WEHRHAHN
Well, isn't that ridiculous? No, no, gentlemen: that's not the way. That method will lead us nowhither, now or later. You must give me entire freedom of action. I have my own suspicions and will continue to make my observations. There are a number of shady characters here on whom I have my eye. Early in the morning they ride in to Berlin with heavy baskets on their backs, and in the evening they bring home the same baskets empty.
KRUEGER
I suppose you mean the vegetable hucksters. That's what they do.
WEHRHAHN
Not only the vegetable hucksters, Mr. Krueger. And I have no doubt but that your coat travelled in the same way.
MRS. WOLFF
That's possible, all right. There ain't nothin' impossible in this world, I tell you.
WEHRHAHN
Well, then! Now, what did you want to announce?