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When he finds what the stars say of him, he real- izes the presence of a backbone, and things begin to hum from that moment. He breaks up a party, and lands a good position before he discovers that there has been an error in the reading of his "lortune." "Backbone" abounds in clean, wholesome comedy, with plen- ty of good dramatic situations, and puts across the fact that one's future depends largely on the discovery and proper use of his hidden powers. If you read this play, you can't help liking it. THE CAST Mr. Henry Easton — who makes the money for the family. Mrs. LuciiE Easton — An adept in spending and giving orders. Elizabeth Easton — the attractive daughter. Mr. Barton- — Owner of the department store. Fred Barton — son of an indulgent father. Wilbur — O.t^.ce boy at the store. Willie Scott — who lets well enough alone, until — Collector — who is persistent but unsuccessful. Kate — maid at the Easton home. Dumb but dependable. 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