Hovstad. That's right.

Dr. Stockmann. Demonstration, did you say? What on earth are you
going to make a demonstration about?

Aslaksen. We shall proceed with the greatest moderation, Doctor.
Moderation is always my aim; it is the greatest virtue in a
citizen--at least, I think so.

Dr. Stockmann. It is well known to be a characteristic of yours,
Mr. Aslaksen.

Aslaksen. Yes, I think I may pride myself on that. And this
matter of the water supply is of the greatest importance to us
small tradesmen. The Baths promise to be a regular gold-mine for
the town. We shall all make our living out of them, especially
those of us who are householders. That is why we will back up the
project as strongly as possible. And as I am at present Chairman
of the Householders' Association.

Dr. Stockmann. Yes--?

Aslaksen. And, what is more, local secretary of the Temperance
Society--you know, sir, I suppose, that I am a worker in the
temperance cause?

Dr, Stockmann. Of course, of course.

Aslaksen. Well, you can understand that I come into contact with
a great many people. And as I have the reputation of a temperate