For the very same reason that he had launched the scheme.

Because they had the ability, because they had the will, because, most of all, they had faith--faith in their own powers.
Lee went back to Pat Carrigan.
"We shall build it," said he.

"And in ninety days." The contractor rose.
"You talk like a real 'chief' now, Bryant," he replied.

"I was waiting for that.

Come along; we'll start burning the wires.".