PHYLLIS—How did you secure the distinction?
LORD B.—To be frank, because everybody was rushing for positions on the Alton, and they left the post uncovered. I have held the place a long time.
PHYLLIS—Because nobody else would have it?
LORD B.—Not so much that as because now the Alton has run our business down so, there is no money to pay salaries with, and I am willing to wait for mine. The stockholders appreciate my kindness.
(Enter Lord See Eyear.)