Tomp. Dunn says that—(goes up to Dunn)
Dunn. (crouching on stool by fire) Yes, I did, but it’s a lie—a whacking lie! I’m trying to break a record—I started in without thinking and Heaven only knows where I shall end.
Tomp. Is this meant for a joke, Mr. Dunn?
Dunn. That’s it! I never thought of it before, but it’s a joke. Ha! Ha!
Tomp. I fail to appreciate it, Sir; but fortunately my business with you will soon be over and our acquaintance can end with it. I have come to take away my Statue. (comes down C.)
Carrie crosses to L.
Dunn. His Statue! The last straw!
Tomp. I find my place is ready, and the men are here to move it.
Dunn. Move it! You can’t move it!
Corn. (R.) Why not? It’s only a question of having enough men.