"There's going to be a strike on all the papers," replied Welty.
"Oh, that's all fixed up," said Peter, with consuming pride (judging from the speed he rubbed his hands). "The police have instructions to arrest every dog of them so soon as they step out of their jobs. What else?"
"An extra levy has been made on the red-lighters," replied Welty.
"Good!" exploded Peter. "Tell Monroe to watch out for flurries among them."
"They will all come through."
"Hah, I thought Jacob would bring them to time," whispered Peter. "How's he coming with his new company?"
"He'll have a million to float in a week."
"Why didn't he make it ten?" asked Peter.
"He's afraid the people are getting weary with so much stock already on the market."
"The coal combine went," said Peter, smiling.