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Nancy Boyer in "The Last of the Quakers," with five people, Just about managed to get over, in the No. 8 spot It is founded on an old quaker couple, the elderly woman playing the role of Nancy's grandmother, while the man is supposed to be Nancy's father. Nancy arrives home very early one morning from a party and is just going to bed as the old couple appear to make ready for the new day. A piece of clothing is discovered in the room and Nancy is called on to explain, arising from her bed (with shoes on). Following her story that she is ignorant of what it may be, breakfast is set and a few new clang expressions, recently learned by Nancy, stuns the elderly couple to such an extent, it brings a few laughs from the audience. Nancy later explains that she is tired of their way of living and wins her cause to pursue a life among the bright lights.
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Variety, 54:9 (04/25/1919)