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History of Spanish Literature, vol. 2 (of 3)

Note 737 — Chapter XXVI

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Roxas, Viage, 1614, f. 138. The necessities of the actors were so pressing, that they were paid their wages every night, as soon as the acting was over.

Un Representante cobra Cada noche lo que gana. Y el Autor paga, aunque No hay dinero en la Caxa.

El Mejor Representante, Comedias Escogidas, Tom. XXIX., 1668, p. 199.

The Actor gets his wages every night; For the poor Manager must pay him up, Although his treasure-chest is clear of coin.

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