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HAMILTON
Hamilton.
Of course there is always the danger that he will lead them into the sea.
Schuyler.
Well, there's a lot of rats running after him that'd be all the better for drowning.
Hamilton.
There are always rats running up the back-stairs trying to nibble their way into office.
[Enter Zekiel from door up r.; comes down to table c.
Schuyler.
Wouldn't be if the offices were kept clean.
Hamilton.
Only a strong government can keep the offices
clean. This policy of every man for himself is leading the country to anarchy.
[He is very angry.
Zekiel.
[A little alarmed.] Reckon I bettah get yo' some mo' suppah, Cunnel.
[Picks up tray. Note: Betsy's letter is on tray. Be sure to bring it back on tray next time.
Schuyler.
Don't you get me any more of that damned milk.
