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Ballymolloy, it may be that in a year's time these new-fangled ideas about free trade may be law, and it may be much cheaper for us to get our rails from England, as Mr. Vanderbilt did three or four years ago, when he was in such a hurry, you remember." "And, indeed, I remember it very well, Mr. Vancouver." "Just so. Now you see, Mr.
But there was the other thing: Joe had accused him of having opposed John's election to the best of his ability. No one could prove that either. He had even advised Ballymolloy to vote for John, in so many words. On the whole, his conscience was clear enough.
But then, you know, I'm of opinion that by the time you've done reforming the other things, the reformed gentlemen won't like it, and then they'll just turn round and eat you up unless you reform us too, and that just means the ruin of us." "Come now, Mr. Ballymolloy, that is exaggeration," said John. "If you will listen to me for a moment" "I haven't got the time, sir, and that's all about it.
P.S. 1882, opposed B. in election for Governor. Iron interest increased. P.S. 1883, owns twenty votes in House. Costs more than he did. That is all," said Z, shutting up the book. "Quite enough," said the president. "Mr. Patrick Ballymolloy and his twenty votes will bother us. What a pity J.H. made that speech!"
"See here is this all right?" he asked, when he had done. The message ran as follows: "Do not withdraw. If possible gain Ballymolloy and men, but on no account pay for them. If asked, say iron protection necessary at present, and probably for many years." Y and Z read the telegram, and said it would do. In ten minutes it was taken to the telegraph office by X's servant.
"I hope so, indeed," said John. "Can I offer you a glass of wine, or anything else, Mr. Ballymolloy?" "Indeed, and it's dirty weather, too," said Patrick. "Thank you, I'll take a little whiskey." John poured out a glass. "You won't let me drink alone, Mr. Harrington?" inquired Patrick, holding his tumbler in his hand.
You will find the truth a very important thing indeed, and good principles too, in dealing with plain- spoken men like myself, sir. Stick to the truth, Mr. Harrington, forever and ever." "I propose to, Mr. Ballymolloy," answered John, internally amused at the solemn manner of his interlocutor. "And then I will put the matter to you, Mr.
Ballymolloy does not know that, nor any other member of the Legislature. Harrington himself does not know it. Verdict, please." "Verdict against buying," said Y. "Naturally," said Z. "What a set of fools they are! How about withdrawing Harrington?" "I object," said the president. "Proceed." "I think it will injure his chance at the vacancy to have him defeated now, as I said before.
Vancouver took the gigantic outstretched hand of his host in his delicate fingers, with an air of cordiality which, if not genuine, was very well assumed. "I'm glad to see you, sir," said the Irishman again. "Thanks," said Vancouver, "and I am fortunate in finding you at home." Mr. Ballymolloy smiled, and pushed one of his leather easy-chairs towards the fire. Both men sat down.
If you'll protect our interests and promise to do it, you'll be senator. The election is coming on, Mr. Harrington, and I'd be sorry to see you thrown out." "Mr. Ballymolloy, I had sincerely hoped that you would support me in this matter, but I must tell you once more that I think you are unreasonable.
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