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Dashiell Hammett Quote

You know Quinn? Macaulay asked me.Ten minutes ago I was putting him to bed.Macaulay grinned. I hope you keep his acquaintance like that - socialMeaning what?Macaulay's grin became rueful. He used to be my broker, and his advice led me right up to the poorhouse steps.That's sweet, I said. he's my broker now and I'm following his advice. Macaulay and the girl laughed. I pretended I was laughing and returned to my table.

Dashiell Hammett

You know Quinn? Macaulay asked me.Ten minutes ago I was putting him to bed.Macaulay grinned. I hope you keep his acquaintance like that - socialMeaning what?Macaulay's grin became rueful. He used to be my broker, and his advice led me right up to the poorhouse steps.That's sweet, I said. he's my broker now and I'm following his advice. Macaulay and the girl laughed. I pretended I was laughing and returned to my table.

Tags: funny, humor, money, broker

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