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A lyricist moves to New York City aspiring to make it big on Tin Pan Alley.

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Act III

Eileen
We needn’t think of that now. Let’s just think of you and me, all alone on that big boat.
Fred
We won’t be alone. The fella said it would be pretty near full.
Eileen
But we don’t have to see anybody. A bride and groom don’t generally go around much⁠—they’re supposed to be so awfully in love.
Fred
I’ll want to eat once in a while.
Eileen
They’ll serve us in our cabin.
Fred
It’ll be kind of close quarters. Maybe I could go in the dining-room and order you a meal sent up.
Eileen
And leave me all alone? I’d be scared to death.
Fred
It’s just as dangerous in the dining-room as the bedroom. If the ship sinks, pretty near all the rooms will be under water.
Eileen
Let’s not think about such things. Just think of the pleasant side. London and Paris⁠—I’m glad we’re going to Paris first, so I can get some clothes.
Fred
Clothes? What have you been buying?
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