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It has come to my attention that with our recent influx of visitors to the town, that the threat Drink may once again be making its way through our ranks. [Crane sighs. This is so very frustrating.] I feel that as the doctor of this fine town, it is my duty to remind you not only of your role as civilized, law abiding people, but also of the consequences of such vagrancy. I must remind you not of the virtues of Temperance, but the horrors of Drink. [You can hear him capitalizing the words.]

As our friend Benjamin Rush emphasized so long ago, the impact of Drink cannot be underestimated on the body nor on the mind. If you were to have even one sip, people of the town, rest assured that you would find yourself hopelessly dependant on the substance. Your whole body craving it, you will lose your employment, your home, your family and finally your life. If you think that Drink is worth such a cost, please, I invite you to partake in it.

[He glowers at the camera for a few seconds.]

I also advise that no one visits the show. It is a disrespectful place and dangerous. I will be attending myself in order to make scientific observations, but I encourage all others to avoid it if possible. They will take your hard earned money, as well as poison your body and steal your life.

If you need to send me a message while doing so, do use the journal system. For other concerns, do ask my wife, Piper. Doubtless she will be willing to advise you on any concerns of virtue that you may have. [There's a slight edge in Crane's voice, and he turns off the journal.]

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True words in every sense, Doctor.

Thank you for them.

Thank you, Howie. I'm a shocked at how the curiosity of the youth is allowing them to leave their good sense behind. [Crane shakes his head.] All for the sake of Drink.

Aw, come on, Doc. There ain't any booze at the carnival. It's a family place.

All for the sake of temptation, doctor. We are all weak and we all must watch ourselves determinedly in these times. With them here.

It also depends how you define youth.

Rex, we've discussed this before. The Demon Drink lurks in all places, even those were you think it safe. Such as forests and the railway trains. Besides, it is not a family place. And they'll steal your money.

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I suppose there is merit in this. I know those that overcome temptation will emerge stronger, but I fear for the weak among the townspeople.

[PHHH. Crane is sensitive about not being one of those ancient doctors.] I do not like your implication.

As do I, but we must make them strong.

I merely meant that I am as 'young' as the youth here, to some extent, but due to circumstance [he means being landed with his sister, thanks, parents for dying like that,] I am forced beyond my years. Youth is relative.

I hope that we succeed.

Yes, it is. [Humph.] You will take care to look after your sister during this dangerous time?

Scientific observations? Are ya a doctor?

I always do, Doctor. It is my only duty, except that to God, and I take it incredibly seriously

But... It's just a few harmless games... [SADFACE.] And there 're things here Mindy ain't ever gonna get a chance to see again! I mean, they even got an Oriental!

Edited 2010-09-19 01:51 (UTC)

Yes. I am. You're not sick, I trust? [He really, really hopes not.]

I know you do, Howie. You're sister's a fine girl. You've done well.

Nah, I ain't sick, but it's always good to know there's a doctor in the house.

There is no disrespect here.

Rex, the carnival is no place for young Mindy. I can lend you one of my books, if you really desire to see an Oriental. I'm sorry, but it's far too dangerous for both of you. [Yeah, he thinks Rex is a few eggs short of a dozen.]

Funny how you tell them to stay away, and yet you just can't help but come. Observations indeed, Doctor.

And I keep intending to do well, don't you worry. [Not that he's slightly panicky about this or anything. Noooo.]

How astute, for a girl who publically bemoans how she cannot keep her clothes on. I don't expect you to understand the ways of science.

They ain't been nothin' but nice since we got here, sir, so if it's all the same to you, we'll keep on until the sun sets. But I sure would like to borrow that book of yours.

[HE MAY BE-- and yet he teaches your town's children THEIR READIN', WRITIN', AND ARITHMETIC.]

Be careful, Howie. These people bring danger to the town. We've all heard about the last show that came here.

[laughs loudly at this.]

I don't do the cooch, you nitwit, I was only talkin' about destroyin' my clothes with blood during my act. I'm the Indestructible Girl, thank you very kindly. Tends to get messy from time to time, Doctor. You'd just eat me right up with your science, I bet. Tryin' to explain how in tarnation I can regrow limbs or survive life ending wounds.

Do what you will, Rex, but you cannot say that I didn't warn you.

Come and collect the book at dusk, so I can be sure that Mindy and yourself are back before nightfall.

[Crane expects little of the town's children. :c]

You don't need to convince me of that. I'd rather have them far, far gone.

Thanks, Doc. You always did look out for us. [DERP DERP he has no idea how little Crane thinks of him.]

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He totally drinks his own meds at home at night. c:

DURRR NAIVETE

god, is howie the only not-hypocrite in this town?

:D

Oh, Howie. One Sane Man. :c

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Sorry, he's a dick. :c

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lololol I knew what I was getting into!

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