"This is doubtless a matter of some importance.

It is not often that my secretary allows me to be disturbed at this hour." Maraton wandered back to the window, raised the curtain and once more looked out upon the scene which seemed to him that night so pregnant with meaning.

His mind remained fixed upon the symbolism of the streets.

He heard only the echoes of a somewhat prolonged exchange of questions and answers.

Finally, Mr.Foley replaced the receiver and announced the conclusion of the conversation.