I say," holding up the pipe and regarding it respectfully, "is this tobacco of yours furnished by the government ?" "No.

Some I bought myself last time I was over to the Center.

Why, what's the matter with it?
Ain't it good ?" "Perhaps so." "Then what made you ask?
Ain't it strong enough ?" "Strong enough! You're disposed to be sarcastic.

It's stronger than I am.

What do they flavor it with--tar ?" "Say, let's see that plug.