Snooks [indignantly]. Say, do you think an ambassador would tell you something that ain’t true?
Jerry [“man to man”]. That’s right, Mr. Snooks. I beg your pardon for that remark.
Snooks [touching his handkerchief to his eyes]. You hurt me, Pres, you hurt me, but I forgive you.
They shake hands warmly.
And now Jerry has an idea—a gorgeous idea. Why didn’t he think of it before? His voice literally trembles as he lays his plan before Snooks.
Jerry. Honorable Snooks, listen. I’ll tell you what I’ll do. I’ll—I’ll take those Islands and pay—oh, say a round million dollars for them, on one condition.
Snooks [quickly]. Done. Name your condition.
Jerry [breathlessly]. That you’ll let me throw in one of the States on the trade.
Snooks. What State?
Jerry. The State of Idaho.