No speaker ever moved me as you did.
I had long been interested in your cause; I had long wished for time and opportunity to examine into it thoroughly.

Your address--I speak seriously--removed the necessity of further study.

I am of your party, Mr.Mutimer.There is nothing I desire so much as to give and take the hand of brotherhood.' He jerked his hand forward, still preserving his respectful attitude.
Richard gave his own hand carelessly, smiling as a man does who cannot but enjoy flattery yet has a strong desire to kick the flatterer out of the room.
'Are you a member of the Union ?' he inquired.
'With pride I profess myself a member.

Some day--and that at no remote date--I may have it in my power to serve the cause materially.' He smiled meaningly.

'The press--you understand ?' He spread his fingers to represent wide dominion.