We had to know where our bills were, and jog people's elbows to get them reported in time.
Sometimes we had to convince them that our bill was a proper one, and they ought to vote for it.

Only now and then, when there was a great deal of money and the vote was close, we had to find out what votes were worth.

It was mostly dining and talking, calling them out into the lobby or asking them to supper.

I wish I could tell you things I have seen, but I don't dare.

It wouldn't be safe.