Dr. Stockmann.

The end is not yet. [To Hovstad.] So you are quite determined not to print my article in the Messenger?

Hovstad.

Quite; for the sake of your family, if for no other reason.

Mrs. Stockmann.

Oh, be kind enough to leave his family out of the question, Mr. Hovstad.

Burgomaster.

[Takes a manuscript from his pocket.] When this appears, the public will be in possession of all necessary information; it is an authentic statement. I place it in your hands.

Hovstad.

[Taking the MS.] Good. It shall appear in due course.