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24 Sh—sh!

A bastard, born in the

We don't need to discuss his arrival into the world, Giles. I am far more interested in his removal.

[Moving to ] We must be prepared for his opposition to the South

It will be a lasting disgrace to this country if the Capital is not in Virginia.

Too remote, Monroe. You see we've no post-roads. Inaccessible from New England.

Damn it! Ain't you workin' for Virginia?

I'm afraid we cannot hope for Virginia. I believe, though, if we go carefully, there is a chance of getting it for the South.

Where?