Oh, I know that a lot of you soldiers look down upon us traders and contractors." "I don't and I never did, Mr.Watson." "I know it, Captain Mason, because you're a lad of intelligence.

The first time I saw you I noticed that the reasoning quality was strong in you, and that was why I made you an offer to enter my employ after the war.

That offer is still open and will remain open at all times." "I thank you very much, Mr.Watson, but I can't accept it, as I have other ambitions." "I was sure you wouldn't take it, but I like to feel it's always waiting for you.

It's well to look ahead.

This war, vast and terrible as it has been, will be over before the year is.