him, and his philosophy doesn't last long.

"Instead of trying to make an example of this chap, by severely
punishing him, we shall let him go. It may be that he will object to
this; he may have discovered the same truths I have been reading,
and would like nothing better than to become a 'martyr.' But we
shall force him out, if need be."

"But suppose he continues his talking?"

"In that case we must simply watch our chance, and take him
secretly; if need be, arrest a thousand others at the same time. The
main thing is secrecy; so that the people cannot know, no matter
what they may suspect, what has become of him. His final dispostion
will be a question of mere exediency."

The former chairman approved heartily. "You've got the right idea,
Powart. Is there anything further on tap?"

Powart put his notes away. "Every national report is the same as
usual; all quiet, and people apparently well satisfied.

"If there is no further business, we may consider ourselves
adjourned."

The men got to their feet with the usual accompanying noises. The
tall man with the square-cut beard immediately came and offered
Powart his hand. Van Emmon noticed that they shook hands almost
exactly as Americans would.