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Lee Bowman

Lee Bowman

Gilbert Archer: Is this where you hold your Wednesday night prayer meetings?
Matthew Stoker: Oh no, Mr. Archer. On Wednesday nights, I preach at the mission.
Gilbert Archer: That I'd like to see. Good evening, Mrs. Stoker.
Mrs. Stoker: It's so nice of you to call, Mr. Archer.
Gilbert Archer: Well, Mr. Bradford. Now isn't this comfy?
Rev. George Bradford: You don't seem very surprised to find me here, Archer.
Gilbert Archer: Surprised? Mr. Bradford, I already had you pegged as a member of the unholy family.
Rev. George Bradford: Really? Since when?
Gilbert Archer: Since earlier this evening when we met at the hotel.
Matthew Stoker: Mr. Archer is a little late in putting two and two together, but he's a man of keen perception. And now, Mr. Archer, the Bible if you please.
Gilbert Archer: According to our deal, Mr. Helms was to confirm this transaction in person.
Rev. George Bradford: I assure you we're all most anxiously waiting for Mr. Helms. Rausch went to fetch him, and he should be here presently.
Gilbert Archer: Rausch?
[He notes that Stoker is carrying a gun]
Gilbert Archer: I wouldn't dream of quibbling.

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