DAVE. Well—["I should say so," understood; turns to him.

JOE. But see here—[JIM looks at him—waits.]—You goin' into this?

JIM. Wouldn't you, if you got the contract?

JOE. But Dave—Dave's helpin' me!

JIM. You told him to git a job, didn't you?

JOE. Yes—but—

LIZBETH. [Ready for a fight.] An' that's what you told me.

JIM. [Abetting LIZBETH.] Yes.

JOE. But my business needs somebody.

JIM. Then why don't you let them git married?