Of course; it was on scientific grounds that I got the old Badger to stand in with me. And then we’ll tinker up the water-works a little, and potter about a bit down at the beach, without its costing the town sixpence. That ought to do the business? Eh?
Hovstad.
I think so—if you have the Messenger to back you up.
Aslaksen.
In a free community the press is a power, Doctor.
Dr. Stockmann.
Yes, indeed; and so is public opinion. And you, Mr. Aslaksen—I suppose you will answer for the House-owners' Association?
Aslaksen.
Both for the House-owners' Association and the Temperance Society. You may make your mind easy.
Dr. Stockmann.