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52 Of course there is always the danger that he will lead them into the sea.

Well, there's a lot of rats running after him that'd be all the better for drowning.

There are always rats running up the back-stairs trying to nibble their way into office.

Wouldn't be if the offices were kept clean.

Only a strong government can keep the offices clean. This policy of every man for himself is leading the country to anarchy.

Rh

[A little alarmed.] Reckon I bettah get yo' some mo' suppah, Cunnel.

Don't you get me any more of that damned milk.