"But it's expensive.

I've got to be elected again next winter--I'm only filling out Billings' term--and I'm not sure I can go up against it." "But you are nothing if not unselfish.

If the good of the country demands it you'll not falter, if I know you." "There's hot water heat in this hotel, so please turn off the hot air.

I saw your foreman in Helena the last time I was out there, and he was sober.

I mention the fact, knowing that I'm jeopardizing my reputation for veracity, but it's the Lord's truth.