Paul Frees: John Beresford Tipton

Quotes 

• John Beresford Tipton : [Anthony enters the Tipton study to overhear Tipton speaking as he sits in his high backed chair at his desk. Only Tipton's left arm is visible to viewers]  ... a long time for me. I wonder if that may change..

  Michael Anthony : [Anthony looks around the study to learn that no one else is present]  You sent for me, sir?

  John Beresford Tipton : Yes, Mike. Well, come in, come in.

  Michael Anthony : I thought I heard someone talking, sir.

  [Anthony smiles] 

  John Beresford Tipton : You did. I was talking to this room. I do it quite often. You think that's strange?

  Michael Anthony : [Anthony is uncomfortable]  Well, sir, I wouldn't advise you to do it in the presence of others. They may not understand.

  Michael Anthony : I suppose you're right. Most of them wouldn't. But children and very old people and those who are alone a lot - they'd understand.

  [Tipton hands over an envelope to Anthony] 

  Michael Anthony : Our next millionaire.

  [Anthony bows]