5th Row Center 40-02-04 01 Model Princess

Summary

Podcast Summary: Harold's Old Time Radio – "Model Princess"

Episode: 5th Row Center 40-02-04 01 Model Princess
Release Date: January 16, 2025
Host/Author: Harold's Old Time Radio
Featuring: Simone Simone, Roland Soleil (Joe Morley), Louise Barkley (Rochelle/Princess Bebe), Brett Morrison (Prince Paul), Renee Rodier (Madame Tourney), Willard Waterman (City Editor)

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Introduction

In this episode of Harold's Old Time Radio, listeners are transported to the Golden Age of Radio with the romantic comedy Model Princess. Featuring the enchanting French star Simone Simone, the play unfolds a tale of deception, romance, and societal expectations set against the backdrop of Chicago's vibrant theater scene.

Plot Overview

Model Princess centers around Rochelle (Louise Barkley), a beloved model at Madame Tourney's (Renee Rodier) renowned dress salon. When the heir to a foreign throne, Prince Paul (Brett Morrison), arrives in Chicago seeking a suitable princess to enhance his country's standing and secure a critical loan, Madame Tourney devises a plan. She proposes that Rochelle impersonate Princess Bebe, the prince's intended bride, to prevent undesirable romantic entanglements and to maintain business credibility.

Reluctantly, Rochelle agrees to the arrangement, entering a world of pretense that soon becomes complicated when she encounters Joe Morley (Roland Soleil), a dedicated newspaper reporter from the Star Express. Their initial professional interaction blossoms into personal affection, leading to conflicts between duty and heart.

Key Scenes and Developments

1. The Assignment (00:22 - 02:28):
   The story commences in a bustling newsroom where Joe Morley is tasked by the city editor to cover the arrival of Prince Paul and his new bride. Anthony Andre (Andre) sets the stage, introducing the cast and crew, and outlines the importance of the upcoming performance.

2. Madame Tourney’s Proposition (04:07 - 06:18):
   Madame Tourney approaches Rochelle with the proposition to pose as Princess Bebe. Despite her initial hesitation and concerns about public perception, Rochelle is persuaded by the promise of $10,000 and assurances of safety.
   Notable Quote:
   Madame Tourney: "How would you like to be the princess?" (05:49)

3. First Encounter Between Rochelle and Joe (08:22 - 11:30):
   Rochelle, now portraying Princess Bebe, meets Joe Morley for an interview. Their chemistry is palpable, leading to a dance and a moment of vulnerability when Rochelle expresses her discomfort with the facade.
   Notable Quote:
   Rochelle: "Perhaps they are not as far apart as you think. The life of a princess is not very different from that of a close mother." (11:30)

4. Confrontation and Revelation (20:06 - 22:55):
   The real Princess Bebe arrives to expose Rochelle's impersonation. A heated confrontation ensues between Rochelle and Joe, culminating in Rochelle's heartfelt declaration of love and rejection of the deceptive arrangement.
   Notable Quote:
   Rochelle: "You're mean and contemptible and unfair and suspicious and vulgar and horrible and prejudiced and hateful and terrible and nasty and super nasty." (21:17)

5. Resolution and Reconciliation (27:03 - 28:14):
   Determined to make amends, Joe pursues Rochelle, who ultimately reciprocates his feelings. They decide to marry, symbolizing the triumph of genuine emotion over societal obligations.

Character Dynamics

• Rochelle/Princess Bebe: Portrayed as charming and principled, Rochelle grapples with the ethical implications of her role. Her internal conflict drives the narrative, showcasing her journey from reluctant participant to empowered individual.

• Joe Morley: A dedicated reporter torn between professional duty and personal feelings. His interactions with Rochelle reveal his depth and vulnerability, ultimately leading him to prioritize love over his career.

• Madame Tourney: The pragmatic dress designer whose intentions, though initially manipulative, highlight the pressures of societal expectations and the lengths one might go to preserve reputation and business interests.

• Prince Paul: Represents the external pressures of political and economic responsibilities, adding complexity to the personal relationships within the story.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Madame Tourney: "How would you like to be the princess?" (05:49)

• Rochelle: "Perhaps they are not as far apart as you think. The life of a princess is not very different from that of a close mother." (11:30)

• Rochelle: "You're mean and contemptible and unfair and suspicious and vulgar and horrible and prejudiced and hateful and terrible and nasty and super nasty." (21:17)

• Madame Tourney: "I have a very unusual job for you. That is, if you care to take it." (04:07)

• Prince Paul: "I'm terribly sorry, my dear, but you must try to understand my position too." (16:03)

• Joe Morley: "You're a big help. Baby." (22:40)

Insights and Themes

Model Princess delves into themes of identity, integrity, and the conflict between personal desires and societal obligations. The narrative explores the complexities of assuming false identities for greater good and the emotional toll it exacts on individuals. Additionally, the play underscores the importance of authenticity and the resilience required to confront and overcome deceit.

Conclusion

The episode concludes with the successful resolution of the romantic entanglements and the restoration of truth and integrity. Rochelle and Joe's union signifies the victory of genuine affection over fabricated roles, leaving listeners with a heartwarming message about love and honesty.

Harold's Old Time Radio masterfully brings Model Princess to life, offering a captivating glimpse into a bygone era of radio entertainment. Simone Simone's stellar performance, coupled with the intricate plot and rich character development, makes this episode a memorable addition to the golden age of radio dramas.

Transcript

[Andre]

Fifth row center. It's another gala premiere today in WGN's Michigan Boulevard Playhouse as we present the charming young French star Simone Simone in a delightful romantic comedy, model princess. Ms. Simone has not only won international fame as a screen actress, but she is also appearing at present in a delightful new musical comedy, Three After Three, now playing at the Erlanger Theater in Chicago. It's a sellout house here in the studio again today, but the best seats in the theater are always yours. In fifth row center. And now the lights are dimmed and before the first act curtain, we've just time to tell you that supporting. Simone. Simone in this afternoon's play is a fine cast of famous players, including Olin Soleil, Louise Barkley, Brett Morrison, Renee Rodier and Willard Waterman. Our drama, Model Princess, was written by Noel B. Gerson. Harold Stokes conducts the orchestra, and the production is directed by Blair Walliser. And now there's the curtain and the show. Our first scene takes place in the busy newsroom of a metropolitan newspaper in the Great American seaport. The city editor is speaking. Marley. Go, Marley. Joe, come here.

[Joe Morley]

Why?

[Andre]

I got a piece of a story for you.

[Joe Morley]

Another debutante drinking champagne out of whatever debutante drink champagne out of.

[Prince Paul]

No, no, no.

[Andre]

This is a real story. Look, take a photographer down with you and go to the docks with the president. Van Buren is Dr. His Highness, the famous Prince Paul is on board with his new bride. He's a French gal. Apparently, we don't know much about him. In fact, I didn't even know the prince was married. So it sounds like it ought to be a good yarn.

[Joe Morley]

Do either of them speak English or do I use sign language?

[Andre]

Ah, you find that out for okay, sunshine.

[Joe Morley]

I wish I was back at police court. We could always get a story out of the judge. And maybe a free lunch, too.

[Andre]

And now we move to the salon of Madame Tourney, one of the city's most famous dress designers. Madame Tourney is sitting in her office working when the door opens.

[Rochelle]

You called for me, madame?

[Madame Tourney]

Oh, Rochelle, yes. Sit down, please. Rochelle, you have been working here as a model for a long time?

[Rochelle]

Oui, madame, for three years. Ever since I came over here from Paris.

[Madame Tourney]

You enjoyed your work.

[Rochelle]

Oh, but I have, madam. I would rather work here and wear your wonderful clothes than anywhere else in the whole world. Oh, madam, you are not.

[Madame Tourney]

Oh, no, no, Rochelle. I am not going to let my most attractive model go. I'd be a fool if I did anything as stupid as that. I. Well, I don't quite know how to explain this to you. I have a very unusual job for you. That is, if you care to take it.

[Rochelle]

Oh, we are going to have a side show at a race track or something.

[Madame Tourney]

No. Now, please understand, my dear, if you don't want to do this, it will be perfectly all right with me.

[Rochelle]

Oh, yeah, Just tell him, madam.

[Madame Tourney]

Well, let me begin at the beginning. A very important ambassador is sitting in the next room.

[Rochelle]

An ambassador? Yes.

[Madame Tourney]

He saw your picture in one of the magazines the other day, and he thinks you can help his country. Prince Paul, who is the heir to the throne, is arriving here today on a goodwill trip.

[Rochelle]

Oh, yes, I know. I read all about him. He plays polo and he's very handsome. And he speaks five languages. And of course, he's very rich.

[Madame Tourney]

How would you like to be the princess?

[Rochelle]

I. Oh, excuse me, please, madam, but now you joke me with kidding.

[Madame Tourney]

I am being very serious. The prince and his advisors decided that without a wife, he would become entangled with too many romantic young American girls, you know, wanted to marry him. And beside, the wife will help convince our businessman that the princess, solid and serious. You are young and charming and you are beautiful. And of course you can wear clothes, or you would not be here at Madame Tournai's. They have already announced that the princess is with Paul. But it is not so. There is no one. And that is why they come to you. The ambassador will pay you $10,000 if you will pretend to be the princess for a few weeks. They will take you out to the ship in a special cutter, and you will start at once. Do you want to do it?

[Rochelle]

Oh, but I cannot. To be alone with a man. Oh, what would my friends think of Laura?

[Madame Tourney]

There is nothing to fear. You'll be quite safe. Prince Paul is a gentleman, and this is a business agreement.

[Rochelle]

But everyone will know it was I.

[Madame Tourney]

Not at all. We will change your makeup, your hairstyle, your whole appearance. People who have seen your picture in the fashion magazines won't recognize you. And neither will your friends. You will be a new person. The princess Bebe, I Rochel, Gabi.

[Rochelle]

A princess. We, your highness, know. Your highness. Oh, yes, madame. I will do it. Where is that ambassador? Your princess is coming, Prince Tommy.

[Prince Paul]

You're doing beautifully, Rochelle. You could not have done better if you've been born a princess.

[Rochelle]

These past three days have just been like a dream. Sometimes I can close my eyes and almost imagine that I am their princess. And when I open them and see a room as big as this one, I know I must be at least a touch of. Is this the grand ballroom of the hotel. Do they hold big meetings here?

[Prince Paul]

Oh, this is just a royal suite.

[Rochelle]

I wonder, do they think kings and queens and princesses are bigger than other people? The rooms are always so much logic.

[Prince Paul]

This afternoon may be rather difficult for you. It'll be the first time you see a member of the press alone.

[Rochelle]

It'll be difficult for you, too. Going to start building a new embassy and making a big speech.

[Prince Paul]

Well, this won't be a noble experience for me, my dear. I've had enough experience with cornerstones to be an expert stone mason by this time. I've been making speeches since I was 10 years old.

[Rochelle]

Yes. Not be very boring for you. But I am enjoying myself. And I'm going to enjoy the interview today, I hope.

[Prince Paul]

Now, just remember this. If you get into difficulty, a member of the staff will be in the next room.

[Rochelle]

I will remember.

[Andre]

Mr. Joseph Morley of the Star Express.

[Prince Paul]

Is here by appointment to see Her Highness.

[Rochelle]

You may show him in. Are you leaving, your Highness?

[Prince Paul]

Yes, I must go. Do your best.

[Rochelle]

Oh, dear. I shall try very hard. Adieu, Paul.

[Prince Paul]

Adieu.

[Rochelle]

Andre.

[Joe Morley]

Your Highness. I'm Joe Morley, the Star Express.

[Rochelle]

How do you do? Will you not come in?

[Joe Morley]

Thanks.

[Rochelle]

Please, sit down.

[Joe Morley]

All right. Maybe you can tell I'm a little bit on the edgy side. You see, this is the first time I've ever interviewed a princess.

[Rochelle]

Oh, nice. We're starting together, then. This is the first time I have been interviewed alone by a newspaper reporter.

[Joe Morley]

It is?

[Rochelle]

Yes. I mean, you see, the first time in your country.

[Joe Morley]

Oh. Didn't quite get you there for a minute.

[Rochelle]

Well, then, shall we begin?

[Joe Morley]

Mm.

[Rochelle]

Have you been a reporter very long?

[Joe Morley]

Almost five years now.

[Rochelle]

Things are your work?

[Joe Morley]

Yeah, pretty well. But I'd like to get away from this sort of stuff, you know. I don't like to pry into other people's lives.

[Rochelle]

What would you like to do?

[Joe Morley]

Well, I own some property up in Vermont. I'd like to go up there and live. It's wonderful up there in the winter. Everything as far as you can see is all still white and sparkling. It's cold outside and warm inside. Crisp everywhere.

[Rochelle]

That sounds insane.

[Joe Morley]

Yeah, but that's the whole trouble.

[Andre]

It's too good.

[Joe Morley]

I'll never get there.

[Rochelle]

Why not?

[Joe Morley]

Well, I can't go up alone. I'm not married. I don't even know any girl who'd want to bury herself up in the Vermont hills with me.

[Rochelle]

I should think any girl would love living that kind of a life.

[Joe Morley]

You do?

[Rochelle]

Of course I do. Why can't you find the right girl.

[Joe Morley]

You tell me, sister. I beg you pardon, your highness.

[Rochelle]

Oh, that's all right.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, really, I'm terribly sorry.

[Rochelle]

Don't apologize. I'm okay with that crack.

[Joe Morley]

Hey, wait a minute. What kind of an interview is this anyway? You're asking me all the questions. Now then, what about you?

[Rochelle]

Oh, there's nothing very remarkable about me. I was born in Paris and I lived there most of my life. And here I am.

[Joe Morley]

You're being rather modest.

[Rochelle]

No, that's all there is to me.

[Joe Morley]

Well, that isn't every girl who marries a prince and will someday be a queen.

[Rochelle]

Not every girl wants to be a princess or a queen.

[Joe Morley]

No? What do they want?

[Rochelle]

Maybe they would like to live on a farm in Vermont.

[Joe Morley]

Okay, kid me if you want to, but I'm going to use that in my story. Anyway. Princess would prefer life on simple farm.

[Rochelle]

Now you are kidding me.

[Joe Morley]

No, not a chance. Tell me Princess, you don't mind my getting personal. How'd you happen to fall for his nibs? I mean, Prince Paul?

[Rochelle]

I. The princess.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, I'm sorry.

[Andre]

Dog gone.

[Joe Morley]

There I go pulling another boner. Please forgive me. I imagine it's pretty hard for a girl not to fall in love with a man as good looking as Prince Paul.

[Rochelle]

There's nothing to forgive.

[Joe Morley]

Well, taken up. Enough of your time, princess. Thanks for the interview and for everything really been swell.

[Rochelle]

Perhaps we shall meet again.

[Joe Morley]

No, not much chance. We live in different worlds, Princess.

[Rochelle]

Perhaps they are not as far apart as you think. The life of a princess is not very different from that of a close mother.

[Joe Morley]

Well, that's a neat way of putting it anyway. Well, so long.

[Rochelle]

Why. Why don't you come to dinner with us?

[Joe Morley]

Me?

[Rochelle]

Why not? Well, why not meet us here at 8:00?

[Joe Morley]

Well, won't his nibs. I mean, won't the prince be sore?

[Rochelle]

Oh, I don't think so. He's very wide minded. At 8?

[Prince Paul]

At 8?

[Joe Morley]

You dance beautifully, princess.

[Rochelle]

I to war with you.

[Joe Morley]

It's been a wonderful evening, your highness.

[Rochelle]

Oh, please don't call me that. Why don't you just call me Rochelle?

[Joe Morley]

I thought your name was baby.

[Rochelle]

Oh, yes. Oh well, my friends all call me Rochelle.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, am I a friend?

[Rochelle]

I hope so.

[Joe Morley]

You know, I wish you weren't a princess married to a prince.

[Rochelle]

What he was with. Something like that.

[Joe Morley]

Well put. Limitations on friendship.

[Rochelle]

You mean you would like me better maybe if I. If I were a shop girl or an airplane stewardess or. Or Imodel Mary.

[Joe Morley]

You speak with an accent, Rochelle, but you sure do.

[Andre]

Get the dress.

[Rochelle]

We dance together as though we had done it always.

[Joe Morley]

Let's keep right on dancing.

[Rochelle]

The music is so.

[Joe Morley]

It has funny. I wonder why they stop in the middle. Hey, look what's happening.

[Madame Tourney]

It's a foam.

[Andre]

Oh.

[Joe Morley]

Hey, this isn't so good. Look at those flames. Come on. Hey, this is a stampede. Are you all right, Michelle? Hang on to me. I'll get you out of here.

[Rochelle]

Oh.

[Joe Morley]

What's the matter?

[Rochelle]

Oh, my ankle.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, can't you walk?

[Rochelle]

What do you going?

[Joe Morley]

No, no, no. Not a chance. If we get out of this inferno, we'll get out together. Here, put your arms around my ne.

[Prince Paul]

Right.

[Joe Morley]

Up you go.

[Rochelle]

All right.

[Joe Morley]

Hang on, kid. Here we go. Princess Rochelle, Are you all right? We're safe. We're out. I'll say something.

[Andre]

Please.

[Joe Morley]

Are you ill or what's wrong? Oh, darling. Darling.

[Andre]

Give her air. She's faded, buddy.

[Rochelle]

You called me darling.

[Joe Morley]

Are you all right?

[Rochelle]

Who says? My love? And you called me darling.

[Joe Morley]

I called you.

[Andre]

Oh, I'm sorry. Sorry.

[Joe Morley]

That was a pretty rotten thing to do. I keep forgetting you're married to the prince I was holding in my arms. Sort of lost track of things, I suppose. Please don't think too badly of me.

[Rochelle]

Whatever I think of you, and I shall think many things, it'll never be right, I promise you.

[Andre]

Our scene again changes. It is two days later. We go back to the royal suite of Prince Paul at the Hotel Ritz. The prince is reading a newspaper.

[Rochelle]

Please, sir, I want to speak to you. Paul. Your Highness.

[Prince Paul]

But of course. I'm only reading the papers. We have another fine press today, thanks to you.

[Rochelle]

Oh, that's what I wish to speak to you about. I want to to end this silly farce at once.

[Prince Paul]

You want to do what?

[Rochelle]

There's no pleasure in this game of pretending to be someone else. You've been very kind. You've been wonderful. And I cannot go on. I must stop. I must.

[Prince Paul]

You cannot leave now. It is impossible.

[Rochelle]

Why not?

[Prince Paul]

For there's too much at stake. If you were to walk away now, we'd be the laughing stock of the world. I would have no chance at all to get the loan we need from these American bankers. And thousands of men and women and children go hungry all because you have suddenly found this position distasteful to you.

[Rochelle]

How can I go on pretending to be your wife when.

[Prince Paul]

When you are in love with that newspaper reporter?

[Rochelle]

Yes.

[Prince Paul]

I'm terribly sorry, my dear, but you must try to understand my position too. More than personal interest is at stake. The Issue transcends personalities.

[Rochelle]

I understand. What am I to do? Oh, please tell me and help me.

[Prince Paul]

Simply be a little patient. In another two weeks, I hope to have the loan from these bankers, and my American visit will end. Then you can go to your friend and tell him the truth. And if he loves you as much as you do him, you will have no difficulty at all.

[Rochelle]

Very well, then. Your Highness, I will keep up this game of make believe a little longer. It is hard, but I will keep my body.

[Prince Paul]

I'm deeply grateful.

[Joe Morley]

Hello? Hello?

[Prince Paul]

Hi.

[Joe Morley]

Yeah, this is Joe Morley. Yes, I tell you it is. Hey, who in blazes is calling me at four in the morning to find out if I'm me? I don't care if you got a story for me. I'm sleepy. Huh? What's that about the princess? What do you mean, what? Say, look, if you're trying to pull a gag, so help me, I. All right, all right. I'll be over in the morning.

[Andre]

Sure I will.

[Joe Morley]

First thing in the morning. How do you do?

[Princess Bebe]

Please come in, Monsieur Morley.

[Joe Morley]

Now, let's get to the point. What's this all about?

[Princess Bebe]

Monsieur Morley, I am the Princess Bebe.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, really? You are the Princess Bebe?

[Princess Bebe]

You may jeer if you like, but I have ample proof. Here, look at these papers before we continue this discussion any further.

[Joe Morley]

Mm. This seems authentic enough, but I. What is this? I'm afraid I don't understand.

[Princess Bebe]

Well, the story is very simple. I was a dancer at the faux Le Bergere in Paris. I met Prince Paul there, and we fell in love. I am not of royal blood. And so, at first we thought marriage was out of the question, but we decided nothing should stand in our way. And so we were secretly married at Cadanti. And we have kept the marriage secret. Paul wanted to make it public, but I was afraid in notoriety would injure him. And so we had a quarrel, and at the last moment, I did not accompany him. At the reconsidering, I decided I had been a little bit hasty, and I came on the next ship. Because of the war, I did not arrive here until yesterday. And then I discovered that a little Parisian impostor was calling herself Frances Bebe and has been appearing everywhere with my husband.

[Joe Morley]

An imposter. You, Princess. You know, this is a little hard to get all in one swallow.

[Princess Bebe]

Let me continue, please. You have written many stories in your paper about this, this artificial princess, so I want you to know the truth. Here are some of my pictures. Now you can print the truth in your newspaper.

[Joe Morley]

Yeah. So she isn't even married to him. Yeah. Now I can print the truth, all right. Joe Morley, the world's number one SAP. Yeah, that'll make a great story.

[Rochelle]

You say Mr. Molly is here, doesn't want to see.

[Prince Paul]

That is right, your highness.

[Andre]

He insists on seeing Prince Paul.

[Prince Paul]

The ambassador telephone to say he has urgent business with me. Mr. Mollick and Williams.

[Joe Morley]

Now, Mr. Morley can't wait. And I can tell you everything the ambassador has to say.

[Rochelle]

Joe, what are you doing?

[Joe Morley]

Take a look at these pictures. Prince Paul, do you recognize this lady, baby?

[Prince Paul]

Yeah, Mr. Morley, where did you get these photos?

[Joe Morley]

What do you think? From the little lady herself? Not a motion picture from Baby.

[Prince Paul]

Then she is here.

[Joe Morley]

Yeah, you catch on fast, Baby.

[Rochelle]

But I am, baby, am I not?

[Joe Morley]

Hey, look, let's all take our hair down now and quit pretending. You've had a lot of fun with me, haven't you, Princess? I've never known anyone just like you before, but I've heard about your type. A lady gigolo. I hope you get a lot of laughs out of this. I will when I get my sense of humor back.

[Andre]

Pepe here.

[Joe Morley]

Where is she?

[Prince Paul]

Mr. Moley? Where is she? Rochelle. Baby is my wife.

[Rochelle]

Your wife? Oh, Joe. Now I see why you're angry. But I knew nothing. Joe. Oh, please listen to me. I didn't make a fool of you. Honestly, I didn't.

[Joe Morley]

Well, you tried hard enough.

[Rochelle]

Well, don't do this to me, Jo. All I ask is that you listen to me.

[Joe Morley]

No, I won't listen to you. I listen to you too much already. Star reporter Morley mixes honey with printer's ink mixture. Doesn't gel result, the ink comes off the page.

[Rochelle]

All right, then don't listen to a word I have to say. Well, there's nothing I would say to you anyway. You're mean and contemptible and unfair and suspicious and vulgar and horrible and prejudiced and hateful and terrible and. And nasty and super nasty. I don't know why I ever like you. I didn't. I never did like you. I hate you. And I want to talk to you again. I never wanted to see you again. I won't either. Why did I ever leave Paris? At least if men there were gentlemen, they still acted like gentlemen. This is a finish. Your Highness. I don't want the $10,000. I don't want anything. I'm leaving now. Goodbye.

[Prince Paul]

Poor child.

[Joe Morley]

Hey, what was that? She said about $10,000? Were you paying her to pose as the princess?

[Prince Paul]

Naturally, I was paying her. This was strictly a business arrangement, nothing more.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, I've made a nice mess out of this. Rochelle. Rochelle. She's gone.

[Prince Paul]

You're a discerning young man.

[Joe Morley]

Well, I've got to plan her and tell her. I didn't understand. I made a terrible mistake.

[Prince Paul]

There are many entrances to this hotel. You'll have a difficult time.

[Joe Morley]

Well, do you know where I can reach her then?

[Prince Paul]

I do not.

[Joe Morley]

You mean, even if you did know, you wouldn't tell me? Correct.

[Prince Paul]

Why don't you place an advertisement in your newspaper?

[Joe Morley]

You're a big help. Baby.

[Andre]

Baby.

[Rochelle]

Oh, Paul.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, baby.

[Rochelle]

Oh, Paul.

[Prince Paul]

Oh, I'm so glad you are here. I apologize.

[Princess Bebe]

No, no, it was all my fault.

[Prince Paul]

I won't let you say such a thing. I was entirely to blame.

[Princess Bebe]

No, you were not. And I have done something to atone for my foolishness. Oh, Paul, why did you not tell me you were trying to arrange a loan from Mr. Grand Banker?

[Prince Paul]

There's no need to bother you with such matters. How do you know Mr. Grand? What do you know about the loans?

[Rochelle]

That.

[Princess Bebe]

I've known Mr. Grant for many years.

[Joe Morley]

Just an old friend of the family, I suppose.

[Prince Paul]

You keep still. What about Elon?

[Princess Bebe]

The ambassador told me about it, and he said I must keep very quiet or we would not get the money.

[Prince Paul]

So?

[Princess Bebe]

So I telephoned to Mr. Grant, and he said that if he had known I was the princess baby, he would have given you the loan long ago. You see, Monsieur Grant is indebted to me. I introduce him to his wife.

[Prince Paul]

You are wonderful, baby.

[Joe Morley]

You're wonderful.

[Prince Paul]

Where's the money?

[Princess Bebe]

We will send you the necessary papers today.

[Prince Paul]

We will celebrate.

[Andre]

We will go home.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, boy. Let's all go home.

[Prince Paul]

Goodbye, Mr. Moly. Oh, my darling.

[Joe Morley]

And so they lived happily ever after. Boy.

[Rochelle]

You are so good to take me back. Madame Fernie, I have disgraced you and myself. I'm such a little fool.

[Madame Tourney]

Nothing of the sort. Forget the whole experience, child. It was very unwise of me ever to allow you to do it.

[Rochelle]

Oh, no, madame. It was my own fault.

[Madame Tourney]

Nonsense. You are just allowing yourself to dramatize a situation. You made the mistake of falling in love with a young man who. Who obviously was not worthy of you. Now, then, forget it and go back to work. A new line of evening dresses has come in. Go try them on. And if there is one you like particularly, well, you may keep it.

[Rochelle]

Yes, Mother. Thank you so much.

[Madame Tourney]

Hello. Give me the stars first, please. Hello. I want to speak to Mr. Morley, please. Yes, he's one of your reporters. Yes, please. Hello? Hello, Mr. Morley?

[Rochelle]

Mr. Morley.

[Madame Tourney]

This is Madame Stormy of 3rd Street. I wonder if you might drop over here to see me on personal business. Anytime this afternoon, Mr. Morley. Thanks so much. You seem like a very presentable young man, Mr. Morley. You don't look at all like an ogre.

[Joe Morley]

Now, look, you didn't ask me here, madame, to compare me with mythical animals. Now, what's this all about?

[Madame Tourney]

I have been hearing quite a little doubt, and I wanted to see you for myself.

[Joe Morley]

Who's been talking about me?

[Madame Tourney]

One of our models here.

[Joe Morley]

I don't know any models. Maybe you got the wrong guy.

[Madame Tourney]

No, this one. I think her name is Rochelle.

[Joe Morley]

Rochelle? Where is she? I want to see her. I've been looking all over town for. For a week. What is she?

[Madame Tourney]

Suppose I have her? Come in.

[Joe Morley]

Pardon my boyish enthusiasm and lack of self control, madame.

[Madame Tourney]

Me? Please ask Rochelle to come up here at once, please.

[Joe Morley]

Oh, madame, how can I thank you for this?

[Madame Tourney]

I don't yet wait and see if she'll speak to you first. I'll leave you here to wait for her alone.

[Joe Morley]

There. Let's see now. Hello. No, that won't do. Hello there. No.

[Andre]

All right.

[Rochelle]

You wanted me, madam?

[Joe Morley]

Oh, very much.

[Rochelle]

Go away now.

[Joe Morley]

That's not very reasonable. I'm here and you came in. If there's any going away to be done, you're the one to do it.

[Rochelle]

How'd you get here?

[Joe Morley]

Well, taxi cabs, we call them in this country. A man drives, and you tell him where you want to go, and he takes you there. It's quite simple.

[Rochelle]

You're most amusing.

[Joe Morley]

Thanks. You're not so bad yourself.

[Rochelle]

I am leaving.

[Joe Morley]

No, no, wait, Rochelle, please.

[Rochelle]

Oh, let me go.

[Joe Morley]

You walked out once before, and it took me a week to find you. I'm sorry, darling. Really I am.

[Rochelle]

Did you say darling?

[Joe Morley]

Darling.

[Rochelle]

Oh, I see.

[Joe Morley]

Darling, now I'm going away.

[Rochelle]

Going away? Where?

[Joe Morley]

Vermont.

[Rochelle]

Are you going alone?

[Joe Morley]

No, I'm taking my wife.

[Rochelle]

What do you ask, Ningo? Are we getting married?

[Joe Morley]

Sure am.

[Rochelle]

Have you asked her to marry you yet?

[Joe Morley]

Not yet, no.

[Rochelle]

Well, then how do you know she would marry you?

[Joe Morley]

I've got a sneaking idea.

[Rochelle]

You're very sure of yourself, Mr. Joe Morley.

[Joe Morley]

I'll say I am. Why? I'm offering her the life of a princess.

[Rochelle]

Then I am sure she will answer yes.

[Andre]

Ladies and gentlemen, you have just heard Model Princess, a radio play stalling America's favorite French ingenue, Simone Simone. And presented from coast to coast over the Mutual Network from the audience studios of WGN in Chicago. And now, if Ms. Simone's had a chance to catch her breath after that final romantic love scene. We'd like to ask her to step out of character for a minute. I think our audience will agree that Ms. Simone gave a very beautiful performance this afternoon. Ms. Simone. I understand. I understand, Ms. Simone, that you're to be doubly congratulated. Am I right in saying that this is only your third time speaking before a microphone in this country?

[Rochelle]

Yes, Mr. Andre. You see, I feel just a beginner.

[Andre]

Well, you certainly sounded like a veteran. How do you like radioacting, Mr. Simone?

[Rochelle]

Oh, I think any kind of acting is fun. On the stage, in the movies, on the radio. I love it.

[Andre]

Tell us, is this your first visit to Chicago?

[Rochelle]

Yes, it is. And I hope it won't be the last. I think it's a beautiful town and his WGM studio is one of the most beautiful I've ever seen, here or abroad.

[Andre]

You have another first to your credit too. I know. Your present role in Three After Three is your first in an American stage player musical, isn't it?

[Rochelle]

Yes, well, you see, all the work I've done in this country was in Hollywood.

[Andre]

Ms. Simone, suppose now, for the sake of the ladies listening in, you give us the French viewpoint on American style. What do you think of our shops, for instance?

[Rochelle]

Well, it's a good thing we are doing a lot of rehearsing. Oh, I need to stop shopping. I've seen so many beautiful things in your Chicago shops. I'd love to buy. Well, as I said, it's a good thing with rehearsing so much.

[Andre]

Another thing I'd like to ask Mr. Moan, how many movies did you make in Paris before you came to Hollywood?

[Rochelle]

Quite a few. About 10.

[Andre]

Did you do any stage plays or musicals over there?

[Rochelle]

Yes, both. In fact, most of my work was in musical comedy.

[Andre]

And another question. What are your plans after the road tour New York run of Three After Three?

[Rochelle]

Well, if business keeps on as good as it has been, that's too far off to worry about.

[Andre]

Well, thanks very much, Simone Simone. And ladies and gentlemen, featured in Tonight's play with Ms. Simone, Roland Soleil is Joe Morley, Louise Barkley is the Princess, Brett Morrison as Prince Paul, Renee Rodier as Madame Tourney and Willard Waterman as the editor. The drama was written by Noel B. Gerson, the orchestra was conducted by Harold Stokes and the production was directed by Blair Walliser. Next Sunday, listen for Glenda Farrell, Alan Dinehart and Lyle Talbot in Jungle Drums. Another premiere on fifth row Center PL Andres speaking. This is the Mutual Broadcasting System.