You have suspended all the officers here, usurped their powers, and taken great responsibilities.

Do you control a majority of the stock of the Western Trading Company ?" Ferris winced.
"Of course, you know I don't; but the Worthington estate does!" "What power have you to represent that estate ?" pursued the unpitying Witherspoon.
"It looks as if Miss Worthington would act herself, and, also, have other advisers.

I now, as a friend to all parties, warn you that you will be held responsible for all your acts here.

You must not ask me for any further advice." "I suppose you will volunteer your legal acumen to the young heiress, now!" sneered Ferris.

He regretted his brutal outbreak, for John Witherspoon rose with calmness.
"I own five hundred shares of the stock myself, earned as a fee, from the late Mr.Worthington.
"I shall claim my right to have access to the company's public offices, and to watch your strange floundering around here.