I didn't have any idea, however, that you'd get the whole town of Paloma by the ears." "I haven't, sir.

I assure you of that.

I've hurt only a few parasites--a flock of human vultures.

The decent people of the town don't side with them." "I wish I could be sure that we haven't offended the town as a whole," mused Mr.Ellsworth, "The good will of the people along our line is a great asset." "You're acquainted with a lot of the real people in Paloma, aren't you, Mr.Ellsworth ?" "With some of them, yes." "Then, while you're here, sir, I'd be glad if you'd look up some of these acquaintances in town and find out for yourself just how the sentiment stands.

We don't wish you to feel that we're a pair of trouble-makers who are doing our best to ruin the road with its future customers." "I believe I will go into town," mused Mr.Ellsworth.