"Well, gentlemen, our task is now simplified.

If they are Irish, I think we know exactly what to do.

I suppose," he continued, turning to Powers, "that they want some kind of Home Rule." "They do," said Powers.
"Separating, of course, the Ohuli counties from the Wazoo ?" "Yes," said Powers.
"Precisely; the thing is simplicity itself.

And what contribution will they make to the Imperial Exchequer ?" "None." "And will they pay their own expenses ?" "They refuse to." "Exactly.

All this is plain sailing.