It seems to be largely a matter of keeping at them, talking them to death, wearing them out, until they weaken and hand over the money.

More than one railroad was built that way.

Try it on McDonnell." "You come with me." "No, thank you," said Pat, with vigour.
"I thought you wouldn't," said Lee.
He took Carrigan's suggestion, however, and went down through the bitter cold to see the banker.

But the visit was fruitless.

The bank could not make the loan, and money being tight because of first of the year settlements, McDonnell was not in shape to make it personally, nor would be in time to render any assistance.