quadrumvirate

Gilgan's quadrumvirate had not as yet got their machine in good working order, though they were doing their best to bring this about.

He had the justification in his own mind that the quadrumvirate had been ready to desert him anyhow.

The local banks at the behest of the big quadrumvirate might be coerced into straining their resources still further.

Here was not only a loophole for himself in connection with his own subtle side-plays, but also, if the quadrumvirate desired, an excuse for deserting the troublesome fortunes of Hull & Stackpole.

If it could be made effective this quadrumvirate was to endure for years.