Betsy Baker! or, Too Attentive by Half; A Farce, in One Act

"Betsy Baker! or, Too Attentive by Half; A Farce, in One Act" by John Maddison Morton is a playful farce from the 1800s that turns a marriage upside down with a scheme meant to spark jealousy. Mr. Mouser's constant attention smothers his wife, leading their cousin to suggest he pretend to fancy the laundress, Betsy Baker. However, this plan descends into chaos and mistaken identities as Betsy and the others pursue their own desires. The play uses humor to explore the ups and downs of love and marriage, revealing how too much of a good thing can become ridiculous before finally sorting itself out.