Mr. Orbey, a wealthy manufacturer of Thann, has decided to remain in the newly-annexed country, after the war of 1871. He is the champion of the struggle between the Alsatians and their oppressors, which began with the first day of the annexation. Every occasion is taken advantage of to instill into the hearts of the Alsatians the love of their lost Fatherland, which they are sure will be restored to them some day. But how different is the attitude of the Teuton immigrants, both military officers and civilians, who remain isolated in the midst of an unflinching population. The festival of the patron Saint of Thann is the occasion for all the faithful Alsatians to gather for a rustic dance. Pleasure and joy reign supreme. Suddenly a group of intoxicated Germans comes to disturb the peaceful throng. Mme. Orbey was dancing with her husband when an officer, pushing aside the crowd, impudently comes to ask her to dance with him
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