"I'm all tied up in money matters this week.

But spit it out, anyhow.

I've got six or seven thousand loose.

If it's more than that perhaps Archie can swing it--if it's a safe proposition." "Safe as United States bonds, and good for thirty per cent, profit.
Come back, Thompson!" Steve was making for the door, with apologies.
"You're not in the way a bit.

Sit down, man! Your six thousand won't be a starter, Joe.