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The Rescue of the Princess Winsome
The Rescue of the Princess Winsome

Chapter I · Chapter 1

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_Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.
Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.
In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.
"_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.
Queen Allison Walton.
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The Rescue of the Princess Winsome

Chapter I · Chapter 1

Chapter 1 of The Rescue of the Princess Winsome is here in full — 367 sentences across 74 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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_Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.
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Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.
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In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.
/ɪn rɪˈspɑːns tuː rɪˈpiːtɪd rɪˈkwests ðə ˈpʌblɪʃərz ɑːr ɡlæd tuː ˈprezənt ðə pleɪ ɪn ˈsepəreɪt fɔːrm ˈmeɪkɪŋ ɪt mɔːr ˈiːzəli ækˈsesəbəl tuː jʌŋ ˈæmətɜːr ˈæktərz ənd ˈæktrəsɪz/
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"_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.
/ðə ˈreskjuː ʌv ðə ˈprɪn.ses ˈwɪnsəm ˈkærəktərz ərˈɪdʒənəl kæst kɪŋ rɑːb mʊr/
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Queen Allison Walton.

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accessible adjective US /ækˈsesəbəl/

capable of being reached

From this reading “In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.”

actresses noun US /ˈæktrəsɪz/

plural of “actress” — a female actor

From this reading “In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.”

albion noun US /ˈælbiən/

archaic name for England or Great Britain; used poetically

From this reading “_Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.”

Copyright noun US /ˈkɑːpiraɪt/

a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary or musical or artistic work

Galilee noun US /ˈɡæləliː/

an area of northern Israel; formerly the northern part of Palestine and the ancient kingdom of Israel; the scene of Jesus's ministry

From this reading “_Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.”

incorporated adjective US /ˌɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪtɪd/

formed or united into a whole

From this reading “_Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.”

requests noun US /rɪˈkwests/

plural of “request” — a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority

From this reading “In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.”

Winsome adjective US /ˈwɪnsəm/

charming in a childlike or naive way

From this reading “_Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.”

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1902

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From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

1908

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From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

AdeterminerUS /ə/

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

accessibleadjectiveUS /ækˈsesəbəl/

capable of being reached

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

actorsnounUS /ˈæktərz/

plural of “actor” — a theatrical performer

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

actressesnounUS /ˈæktrəsɪz/

plural of “actress” — a female actor

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

ALBIONnounUS /ˈælbiən/

archaic name for England or Great Britain; used poetically

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

AlladjectiveUS /ɔːl/

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

Allison

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From this reading Queen Allison Walton.

amateurnounUS /ˈæmətɜːr/

someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

AppealingadjectiveUS /əˈpiːlɪŋ/

able to attract interest or draw favorable attention

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

associationnounUS /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/

a formal organization of people or groups of people

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

AugustnounUS /ˈɑːɡəst/

the month following July and preceding September

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

AuthornounUS /ˈɔːθər/

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

BACONnounUS /ˈbeɪkən/

back and sides of a hog salted and dried or smoked; usually sliced thin and fried

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

beautynounUS /ˈbjuːti/

the qualities that give pleasure to the senses

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

becauseconjunctionUS /bɪˈkɔːz/

for the reason that

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

BigadjectiveUS /bɪɡ/

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

BOSTONnounUS /ˈbɑːstən/

state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

BoynounUS /bɔɪ/

a youthful male person

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

BrothernounUS /ˈbrʌðər/

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

BYprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

CnounUS /siː/

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

calledverbUS /kɔːld/

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

casesnounUS /ˈkeɪsəz/

plural of “case” — an occurrence of something

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

CASTverbUS /kæst/

put or send forth

From this reading "_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.

CHARACTERSnounUS /ˈkærəktərz/

plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading "_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.

charitableadjectiveUS /ˈtʃærətəbəl/

relating to or characterized by charity

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

childrennounUS /ˈtʃɪldrən/

plural of “child” — a young person of either sex

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

children's

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From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

clubsnounUS /klʌbz/

plural of “club” — a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

ConounUS /koʊ/

an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

ColonelnounUS /ˈkɜːrnəl/

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

Colonel'snounUS /ˈkɜːrnəlz/

possessive form of “colonel” — a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

COLONIALadjectiveUS /kəˈloʊniəl/

of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

COMPANYnounUS /ˈkʌmpəniː/

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

CopyrightnounUS /ˈkɑːpiraɪt/

a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary or musical or artistic work

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

creatornounUS /kriˈeɪtər/

terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

DesertverbUS /ˈdezərt/

leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

easilyadverbUS /ˈiːzəli/

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

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From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

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From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

favorverbUS /ˈfeɪvər/

promote over another

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

favoritenounUS /ˈfeɪvərɪt/

something regarded with special favor or liking

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

FELLOWSnounUS /ˈfeloʊz/

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

forprepositionUS /fɔːr/

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

formnounUS /fɔːrm/

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

foundverbUS /faʊnd/

set up or found

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

friendsnounUS /frendz/

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

fundsnounUS /fʌndz/

assets in the form of money

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

GalileenounUS /ˈɡæləliː/

an area of northern Israel; formerly the northern part of Palestine and the ancient kingdom of Israel; the scene of Jesus's ministry

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

gladadjectiveUS /ɡlæd/

showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

greatadjectiveUS /ɡreɪt/

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

HnounUS /eɪtʃ/

a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

HeronounUS /ˈhɪroʊ/

a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

heroinenounUS /ˈheroʊən/

the main good female character in a work of fiction

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

highadjectiveUS /haɪ/

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

ImpressionnounUS /ˌɪmˈpreʃən/

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

InprepositionUS /ɪn/

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

INCORPORATEDadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪtɪd/

formed or united into a whole

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

itpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

itsdeterminerUS /ɪts/

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

JoelnounUS /ˈdʒoʊəl/

a Hebrew minor prophet

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

KingnounUS /kɪŋ/

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading "_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.

LnounUS /el/

a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints)

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

linesnounUS /laɪnz/

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

LittleadjectiveUS /ˈlɪtəl/

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

makingnounUS /ˈmeɪkɪŋ/

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

manyadjectiveUS /ˈmeni/

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

MoorenounUS /mʊr/

United States composer of works noted for their use of the American vernacular (1893-1969)

From this reading "_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.

moraladjectiveUS /ˈmɔːrəl/

concerned with principles of right and wrong or conforming to standards of behavior and character based on those principles

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

moreadjectiveUS /mɔːr/

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

MUSICnounUS /ˈmjuːzɪk/

an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

NOTEnounUS /noʊt/

a brief written record

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

obtainingverbUS /əbˈteɪnɪŋ/

-ing form of “obtain” — come into possession of

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

ORIGINALadjectiveUS /ərˈɪdʒənəl/

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading "_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.

PAGEnounUS /peɪdʒ/

one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

parentsnounUS /ˈperənts/

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

partnounUS /pɑːrt/

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

playverbUS /pleɪ/

participate in games or sport

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

popularitynounUS /ˌpɑːpjəˈlerəti/

the quality of being widely admired or accepted or sought after

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

presentverbUS /ˈprezənt/

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

PRESSverbUS /pres/

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

PrincessnounUS /ˈprɪn.ses/

The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

PrintedverbUS /ˈprɪntɪd/

past form of “print” — put into print

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

privateadjectiveUS /ˈpraɪvət/

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

PUBLISHERSnounUS /ˈpʌblɪʃərz/

plural of “publisher” — a firm in the publishing business

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

purposesnounUS /ˈpɜːrpəsəz/

plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

QueennounUS /kwiːn/

the only fertile female in a colony of social insects such as bees and ants and termites; its function is to lay eggs

From this reading Queen Allison Walton.

repeatedadjectiveUS /rɪˈpiːtɪd/

recurring again and again

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

requestsnounUS /rɪˈkwests/

plural of “request” — a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

RescueverbUS /ˈreskjuː/

free from harm or evil

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

reservedadjectiveUS /rɪˈzɜːrvd/

set aside for the use of a particular person or party

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

responsenounUS /rɪˈspɑːns/

a result

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

rightsnounUS /raɪts/

plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

rivalling

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From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

RobverbUS /rɑːb/

take something away by force or without the consent of the owner

From this reading "_THE RESCUE OF THE PRINCESS WINSOME_" CHARACTERS ORIGINAL CAST King Rob Moore.

rolenounUS /roʊl/

the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

SnounUS /es/

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

separateverbUS /ˈsepəreɪt/

act as a barrier between; stand between

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

SeriesnounUS /ˈsɪriz/

similar things placed in order or happening one after another

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

sharedadjectiveUS /ʃerd/

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

Simonds

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From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

successnounUS /səkˈses/

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

ThedeterminerUS /ðə/

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

theatricals

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From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

theirdeterminerUS /ðer/

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

toparticleUS /tuː/

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

tonenounUS /toʊn/

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

UnounUS /juː/

a base containing nitrogen that is found in RNA (but not in DNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

WaitingnounUS /ˈweɪtɪŋ/

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

WaltonnounUS /ˈwɔːltən/

English composer (1902-1983)

From this reading Queen Allison Walton.

WinsomeadjectiveUS /ˈwɪnsəm/

charming in a childlike or naive way

From this reading _Author of "The Little Colonel Series," "Big Brother," "Joel: A Boy of Galilee," "In the Desert of Waiting," etc._ MUSIC BY ALBION FELLOWS BACON BOSTON _L. C. PAGE & COMPANY_ _Copyright, 1902_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _Copyright, 1908_ BY L. C. PAGE & COMPANY (INCORPORATED) _All rights reserved_ First Impression, August, 1908 _COLONIAL PRESS_ _Electrotyped and Printed by C. H. Simonds & Co._ _Boston, U.S.A._ _PUBLISHERS' NOTE_ The Princess Winsome, the part taken by the "Little Colonel" in the play called "The Rescue of Princess Winsome" in "The Little Colonel's Hero," has shared the popularity of the creator of the role.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading Appealing to children because of its association with their favorite heroine, and to their parents because of its high moral tone and the beauty of its lines, the play has found great favor among children's clubs for their private theatricals, in many cases rivalling the success of the "Little Colonel" and her friends in obtaining funds for charitable purposes.

youngadjectiveUS /jʌŋ/

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading In response to repeated requests, the publishers are glad to present the play in separate form, making it more easily accessible to young amateur actors and actresses.

Chapter 1 of The Rescue of the Princess Winsome by Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston holds 367 sentences, grouped into 74 reading sections of at most 5 sentences. The text is the source edition, unabridged, and the chapter records which sentences cover which part of the work so that nothing is dropped. Every word can be tapped for its pronunciation and dictionary entry.

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