I know your abilities as well as you know them yourself--perhaps better.

You understand that tobacco matter; you understand that I am going to take possession of it, and you also understand the plans which I have matured for doing it.

What I want is a man who knows my mind, and is qualified to represent me in Memphis, and be in supreme command of that important business--and I appoint you." "Me!" "Yes.

Your salary will be high--of course-for you are representing me.
Later you will earn increases of it, and will get them.

You will need a small army of assistants; choose them yourself--and carefully.