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HAMILTON
Jefferson.
You are still working even at this late hour, Citizen Hamilton?
Hamilton.
Oh, no. This is my recreation.
[Puts hand on pile of manuscript.
Monroe.
And what is your recreation?
Hamilton.
The establishment of a National Bank.
Monroe.
It's not constitutional.
Hamilton.
It will be necessary for the full development of my Bill for the Government Assumption of States' Debts.
[Monroe and Jefferson cough uncomfortably. Jefferson is bland.
Jefferson.
A very charming room you have here.
Hamilton.
Very charming.
Monroe.
Devilish hot, though.
Hamilton.
Allow me to open this window. [Going to balcony window.] I should mention that General Schuyler is on the balcony, if our business is private.
