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Unknown date in the early 1930’s. A benefactor is pressing Alice to marry him. Though she has appreciated his help, and doesn’t want to hurt anyone, she just doesn’t love him. She is torn between avoiding the man, and leaving town with him to marry him out of duty.
The choir meets to practice, and sing in 4-part harmony. Alice spills the beans to the choir as they all talk about relationships. A choir member delivers a solo. Then Alice sings a romantic duet with Cliff. She runs out after the song.
Has the talk with the choir helped her to make the right decision, or chased her off? What is the right decision? Which will win out, love, or duty?
The decision is made, and as is typical for this series, the choir winds up with a rousing hymn. Bringing in the Sheaves.
Cast Members:
Eli and Jenny. The older couple who opens their home to hold choir practices. Formerly farmers, but now own the general store.
Patience. Choir member, widow, into astrology, and looking for a man in her life. She is sweet on Ben, if he would have her.
Ben. An older gentleman, and longtime friend of Eli. He is always taking medication, and complaining, mostly about his ailments, and medication, but anything in general. A confirmed bachelor, he doesn’t want to get married, not even to Patience.
Cliff. Local gas station operator. He is young, single, and saving money to make his big break into a big Broadway production.
Alice. Young, single, school teacher in town. She and Cliff often sing duets together. Everyone wonders why those two just don’t get together.
