Young Forbes was his most important customer, and he respected him highly; but this anti-sign issue bade fair to ruin all his chances.
"The idea is too progressive and advanced to be considered at this time," he stated, positively.

"The encroachments of advertisers on personal property may lead to a revolt in the future, but it is still too early to direct popular opinion against them." "Isn't Forbes a better man for the place than Hopkins ?" asked Uncle John.
"Undoubtedly, sir.

And I think Forbes would have won, had not Hopkins forced this unfortunate issue upon him.

As it is, our young friend cannot avoid the consequences of his quixotic action." "He doesn't wish to avoid them," was the quiet reply.

"We're going to win on that issue or not at all." "I'm afraid it's hopeless, sir." "May I count on your assistance ?" "In every way." "Thank you, Mr.Warren, I'm going to spend a lot of money.