Any scandal he can rake up about my past will be pure blackmail; and I know how to deal with that breed." "McQuade will try something else, then.

He's sworn to stop you.

I'm glad you aren't afraid of him." "I can't thank you enough." "I wander about town a good deal; nobody pays much attention to me; so lots of things fall under my notice.

I'll let you know what I hear.
You'll find all the decent people on your side, surprise or no surprise.

They're tired of McQuade and Donnelly; Some of these paving deals smell.