but Phil's face was solemn. He was becoming rather tired of
this constant abuse.

"If you have nothing to say to me, I will go back to my place
in the car," spoke up Phil.

Snowden glared at him.

"Did I tell you to leave this room?"

"I believe you did not."

"Then stand there until I tell you to go!"

"Very well, sir."

"Conley, I have called you in here to be a witness to what I am
about to say. Do you hear?"

Billy nodded.

"During the past two days I have been insulted and abused by
those two young cubs there, until it has come to a point where
I appear to be no longer manager of this car. Your men outside
have laughed at my discomfiture--yes, sir, actually made sport
of me."

"I think you are mistaken. I--"

"I am _not_. I am never mistaken. This morning, this fellow