A wealthy, initially rigid hay and feed store owner who hires two clerks and plans to marry milliner Irene Molloy for financial stability. After a series of chaotic events in New York, he fires his employees but ultimately realizes his dependence on Dolly Levi's guidance and companionship.
Matchmaker and client who evolve into engaged partners.
Family relationship where Horace acts as a protective but obstructive uncle.
Strict employer-employee dynamic that shifts to fired former staff.
Employer-employee relationship ending in termination and reconciliation.
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