delay; come forward, take action, subscribe. A man with his wits about him, a man who uses his brains, will not allow events to take him by surprise. I, at any rate, do not. Wandergold may be different. I am untiring and prompt with my ideas. With brilliant creative power I am unfolding the chain of a big concern, a huge speculation, a magnificent piece of work. Do not hesitate; walk up; the moment is at hand. (Sound of gong.) The Dollarson Amalgamated Undertakings have got going. This way for the New Land. I open the sluice of wealth.
The Crowd (rushing across the stage):
Me! Me! Me! Me!
First and Second Sandwichmen:
Take shares in the Dollarson concerns.
Dollarson will lay the foundation-stone of your prosperity.
This way for the Land of Hopes.
Dollarson:
This way for the Land of Hopes! A great work has been started. A new continent sheds its golden radiance upon you.
Chorus of Paupers (entering):
Exult, O song of gladsome aim,
Now earth a joy divine can claim,
A boundlessly entrancing prize
Dollarson:
Excellent! This way for the Land of Hopes!
Who are these people?
