It is quite evident that I can have no authority over the hands if your son is to interfere when I am about to punish a slave for an act of gross disobedience and neglect.

I found that all the tobacco required turning, and now it will not be done this afternoon, owing to my orders not being carried out, and the tobacco will not improbably be injured in quality.

My position is difficult enough as it is; but if the slaves see that instead of being supported I am thwarted by your son, my authority is gone altogether.

No overseer can carry on his work properly under such circumstances." "I will see to the matter, Jonas," Mrs.Wingfield said decidedly.

"Be assured that you have my entire support, and I will see that my son does not again interfere." When, therefore, Vincent entered the house and began his complaint, he found himself cut short.
"I have heard the story already, Vincent.