Mr. Spriggins turned to Tarbox expecting him to explain.
"We don't need no tickets," said he in an impressive manner. "This man is an officer of the law."
"No deadheads—no free list," said the ticket-taker shortly. "Stand aside!"
"You don't understand me," said Tarbox. "This is Constable Spriggins, and he demands admission in the name of the United States and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts."
"The United States don't own this show, nor yet the State of Massachusetts. Stand aside and let those who have tickets enter."
"It's no use," said the constable, rather relieved. "They won't let us in."
"This officer wants to make an arrest in your building," said Tarbox, trying again.
"Can't help it! He can't get in without a ticket."
"You see how 'tis," said Spriggins, cheerfully. "We can't get in."