Paul Frees: John Beresford Tipton

Quotes 

• Michael Anthony : [Anthony enters the Tipton armory where he sees Tipton, seated in a high back chair at his desk, with several ancient items before him. Only Tipton's hands are visible to viewers]  You sent for me, sir?

  John Beresford Tipton : I wanted you to see my new collection, Mike.

  Michael Anthony : That's an interesting scarab, sir.

  John Beresford Tipton : It was carved in Egypt 2500 years ago by some misguided fool who thought it would bring him good luck.

  Michael Anthony : I suppose every civilization in history has had its good luck charm.

  John Beresford Tipton : There's no such thing as luck, Mike. We make our own.

  [Tipton hands envelope to Anthony] 

  John Beresford Tipton : So, here's another million dollars I want you to give away. This young man has already been extraordinarily lucky - if you believe in that sort of thing.

  [Anthony smiles]