She Writes on a Machine

Sweet Little Thing

FRAGMENT | In the eyes of a jealous husband, a puppy is easily mistaken for an illegitimate child.

The Virtuous One

When the wife of Mr Momme, a merchant, arrives home late one day, he suspects her of being unfaithful.

Dance Frenzy

FRAGMENT | Tønne secretly visits a posh lady for dance lessons, which his wife mistakes for infidelity.

The Henpecked Husband’s Birthday

In the main protagonist’s household, his wife, Ilsebil, calls all the shots.

Naughty boy

A stingy uncle is taught a lesson when he is tricked into adopting a grown man instead of a ten-year-old kid.

The trumpeter and the author

FRAGMENT | Two good friends – Pengel the writer and Pustervig the trumpeter – live in next-door garrets.

The Umbrella Shop

Mr Holm, an umbrella manufacturer, is haunted by the name ‘Bech’, which he suddenly appears everywhere in his home.

The Master Hypnotist

Old Skipper Bims takes his daughter on a sailing trip and bitterly regrets it.

On special commission

Rittmaster Rebbs receives a lewd letter from an old lover and travels into town “on special commission”.

Fred As Soldier

The usually cheerful Fred has been called up for military service, and he is less than enthusiastic about the prospect, however honourable the assignment may be.