"Why not?"
"Nothing to sell. First fellow who sees it can do it himself."
Finnegan looked at Stover, who suddenly felt his pockets lighten.
"Doc is very strong on detail," said the Tennessee Shad softly, in a reminiscent way.
"You might sell it to one fellow," said Macnooder, "without telling him. But soon as you set it up every one will copy it."
"Great business head," continued the Tennessee Shad.
"It's a good idea," said Macnooder condescendingly. "You might get a vote of thanks, but that's all you would get. Do you see the rub?"
"I see," said Dink.
"Me, too," said Dennis.
"And a wonderful practical mind," concluded the Tennessee Shad dreamily.