"Anyway, they have a right to pitch away their wages if they want to.

Reade, when you're as old as I am you will understand that workmen who throw away their money make the best workmen.

They never have any savings, hence they must make every effort to keep their jobs.

A workman with savings becomes too independent." "I am certain you have seen more of the world than I have, Mr.Bascomb," Reade replied, respectfully.

"At the same time I can't agree with you on the point you have just stated.