Lamont Johnson: Charles Lomar

Quotes 

• Andrew V. McMahon : [In the office of bank president Andrew V. McMahon, McMahon hands over a check to Charles Lomar, who is shocked]  You all right, Mr. Lomar?

  Charles Lamar : You will forgive me, sir. I don't believe this. It's like a dream. As a boy, this country was known as a fabulous one. But who wants to give me one million dollars? Unbelievable! But, Mr. McMahon, would you mind repeating to me again what I'm supposed to do?

  Andrew V. McMahon : Mr. Lomar, the million is tax-free. All you have to do

  [Producing a document] 

  Andrew V. McMahon : is sign this agreement. This is a pledge, a legal contract, never to divulge the source or the exact amount. Violation of this pledge would cause us to reclaim whatever sum is still to your credit.

  Charles Lamar : What will I tell people?

  Andrew V. McMahon : Tell them whatever you like, except that you are a millionaire and where you got the money.