Ace in the Hole - Frequency of Drinking Habits Discussed
Jacob Q. Boot:
Do you drink a lot?
Charles Tatum:
Not a lot - just frequently.
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Ace in the Hole - Ambition Justifies Unethical Choices
Charles Tatum:
I don't belong in your office. Not with that embroidered sign on the wall; it gets in my way.
Jacob Q. Boot:
Then it does bother you a little.
Charles Tatum:
Not enough to stop me. I'm on my way back to the top, and if it takes a deal with a crooked sheriff, that's alright with me! And if I have to fancy it up with an Indian curse and a broken hearted wife for Leo, then that's alright too!
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Ace in the Hole - Desk Location and Departure Timing Discussion
Charles Tatum:
Where's my desk?
Jacob Q. Boot:
The one by the door. You may be out of here by Saturday.
Charles Tatum:
Sooner the better.
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Ace in the Hole - Critique of Local Journalism Standards
Charles Tatum:
Mr. Boot, I was passing through Albuquerque; had breakfast here. I read your paper and thought you might be interested in my reaction.
Jacob Q. Boot:
Indeed I am.
Charles Tatum:
Well, to be honest, it made me throw up. I don't mean to tell you I was expecting the New York Times, but even for Albuquerque, this is pretty Albuquerque.
Jacob Q. Boot:
Alright, here's your nickel back.
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