They are discussing the death of someone who they owed money to. They are relieved that he is dead. Scrooge later finds out that they are talking about him.
In "A Christmas Carol", the businessmen were discussing the death of Ebenezer Scrooge and whether anyone would attend his funeral. They were more concerned about the financial implications of his passing rather than showing compassion or respect for him. They displayed a lack of empathy and greed in their conversation.
Outside the Corn Exchange they spoke of "his death" Scrooge hears this and notices that his seat where he usually sits is empty and starts to realise the "he" is actually him
It was Scrooges sudden death that they were talking about outside the Corn Exchange in London where Scrooge was a frequently visitor
The death of Scrooge
They were discussing the death of one of the fellow business men. Scrooge is party to this when he is accompanied by the spirt and realises that they are talking about HIS death
A Group of Business Men in the City Of London who aspire to do charitable deeds
In "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, the men give Scrooge's belongings to charity after his death. They also comment on his unpopularity and lack of mourners.
A water plug that was near where the men were repairing a gas pipe.
Redemption and good will, love for fellow men and oneself.
In "A Christmas Carol," the men collecting money are raising funds for the poor and needy during the Christmas season. They aim to provide food, shelter, and assistance to those less fortunate in the community.
4 page in stave 4 where the business men state "Well!'' said the first. ``Old Scratch has got his own at last, hey?''"
The first visitor to appear to Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol" is Jacob Marley, his former business partner. Marley's ghost appears to warn Scrooge about his fate if he does not change his ways.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show - 2009 The Men Who Stare at Goats A Christmas Carol Precious 1-35 was released on: USA: 12 November 2009
In Stave 4, these are the undertaker, Mrs Dilber the Charlady and the laundress. They have "aquired" some of the dead Scrooges belongings and are at the beetling shop attempting to sell their ill aquired goods
In "A Christmas Carol," Ebenezer Scrooge's nephew Fred tries to help him see the joy in the holiday season, while Bob Cratchit, Scrooge's employee, cares for his family despite their poverty. The Ghost of Christmas Present also shows Scrooge how others celebrate and enjoy Christmas.