Your millions, John Merrick, have made you really famous, even in this wealthy metropolis.

In the city and at your club you must meet with men who have the _entree_ to the most desirable social circles: men who might be induced to introduce your nieces to their families, whose endorsement would effect their proper presentation." "Nonsense." "It isn't nonsense at all." "Then blamed if I know what you're driving at." "You're very obtuse." "I won't agree to that till I know what 'obtuse' means.

See here, Martha; you say this social position, that the girls are so crazy for--but they've never said anything to _me_ about it--can't be bought.
In the next breath you urge me to buy it.

Phoo! You're a thoughtless, silly woman, Martha, and let your wild ambitions run away with your common sense." Mrs.Merrick sighed, but stubbornly maintained her position.
"I don't suggest 'buying' such people; not at all, John.

It's what is called--ah--ah--'influence'; or, or--" "Or 'pull.' 'Pull' is a better word, Martha.