PATTY'S DANCE The Christmas Eve party at the Blaneys' was in full swing.

A man at the piano was performing a monologue that was partly spoken, partly sung.

It was cleverly done, and the audience showed its appreciation by outspoken comments.
"A little lame on that top note, old chap.

S'pose you try it over--ah, that's better!" Patty sat next to Sam Blaney.

Chick had expected to come, but Elise had persuaded him to attend her party instead.