I grew enormously rich, my millions increasing by leaps and bounds.

I branched out into other interests, successful always, until my holdings grew to what they are to-day--the wonder of the twentieth century.

What do I care for the world's respect when my money makes the world my slave?
What respect can I have for a people that cringe before money and let it rule them?
Are you aware that not a factory wheel turns, not a vote is counted, not a judge is appointed, not a legislator seated, not a president elected without my consent?
I am the real ruler of the United States--not the so-called government at Washington.

They are my puppets and this is my executive chamber.

This power will be yours one day, boy, but you must know how to use it when it comes." "I never want it, father," said Jefferson firmly.