The idea of you findin' fault because a big man like Congressman Atkins don't jump when you holler 'Git up!' What do YOU know about doin's at Washington?
That harbor appropriation 'll go through if anybody on earth can get it through.

There's other places besides Bayport to be provided for and--" "And their congressmen provide for 'em," called another voice.

Tad whirled to face his new tormentor.
"Huh!" he grunted with sarcasm.

"That's Lem Myrick, _I_ know.

Lem, the great painter, who votes where he paints and gets paid accordin'." "Order!" cried several.
"Oh, all right, Mr.Moderator! I'll keep order all right.