"Not that we know of."

"Under ordinary circumstances, sir, I am opposed to measures that
ignore the constituted authorities, but we find ourselves living
under extraordinary conditions, and the law--God save the name
--has proved itself abortive. It is time for the better element to
join bands; we must get together, sir. I am willing to take the
initial steps and issue the call for a mass meeting of our best
citizens. I am prepared to address such a meeting." The very
splendor of his conception dazzled the judge; this promised a
gorgeous publicity with his name flying broadcast over the
county. He continued:

"I am ready to give my time gratuitously to directing the
activities of a body of picked men who shall rid the county of
the lawless element. God knows, sir, I desire the repose of a
private career, yet I am willing to sacrifice myself. Is it your
opinion, Mr. Saul, that I should move in this matter?"

"I advise you didn't," said Mr. Saul, with disappointing
alacrity.

The judge looked at him fixedly.

"Am I wrong in supposing, Mr. Saul, that if I determine to act as
I have outlined I shall have your indorsement?" he demanded. Mr.
Saul looked extremely uncomfortable; he was finding the judge's
effulgent personality rather compelling. "There is no gentleman
whose support I should value in quite the same sense that I
should value yours, Mr. Saul; I should like to feel my course met