They are really able to build one or two theatres without inconveniencing themselves, but twenty would be beyond their means.

You, of course, understand they were not seeking an investment, but trying, with all their hearts, to benefit the children.

I thoroughly approve their original idea, but if it requires twenty picture theatres to render it practical, they will abandon the notion at once." Jones nodded absently, his eyes half closed in thought.

After a brief pause he replied: "I hate to see this idea abandoned at the very moment of its birth.

It's a good idea, and in no way impractical, in my opinion.