strength of an anonymous letter shows excessive zeal. [Stroebel
bows slightly.] I like to see my men energetic but [clears his
throat] bear in mind what I just said. Careful of a scandal! Good
morning! [Exit.]

(Stroebel sits down and stares at ceiling. He swings his chair
around, then whistles. Reisacher comes in through middle door and
seats himself at his desk. He coughs.)

STROEBEL [half turning]. Reisacher.

REISACHER [does likewise]. Yes, Herr Assessor.

STROEBEL. How long have you been in the police department?

REISACHER. It will be eighteen years this fall.

STROEBEL. You have seen many a change, no doubt?

REISACHER. Surely.

STROEBEL. Tell me, how long has our Commissioner been in office?

REISACHER. The Commissioner? Oh ... it's seven. No, let me see,
it's eight years. ...

STROEBEL. Hem ... do you really suppose he wants us to keep our
eyes wide open all the time?

REISACHER [eagerly]. Certainly. That's what he wants.