The Love-Philtre of Ikey Schoenstein

The Love-Philtre of Ikey Schoenstein is one of O. Henry's lesser-known comedic stories about a pharmacist who concocts a 'philtre' or love-potion. Ikey is in love but he must decide what to do when he hears of another suitor.
O. Henry's short stories are well known for their wit, wordplay, warm characterization and clever twist endings.