- Ben Corder: Marshal, we make money gambling. And, uh, once in awhile you know how it is, a player'll lose a little money. Make a fuss about it. Sometimes he might even go to the law about it.
- Marshal Matt Dillon: Mmm hmmm - and when he does, he's usually been cheated. And before he gets to the law, there's usually been another killing.
- Ben Corder: We make a lot of money gambling, Marshal. And we just want you to know in advance you're going to get your share of it. That's all.
- Marshal Matt Dillon: Well, let me tell you something. Both of you. I don't know where you worked your game before, but it's not going to work here. I don't like gamblers - I never did. To me, they're nothing but trouble. Now, if you're going to run a game here, you run it straight or you're out. Both of you.