At least the day we went, only the proprietor spoke reliable English, though the young waiters were more than willing to try.

The old proprietor lowered his head and did not speak again.

Close by the counter, the proprietor spoke: "See that tall man by the table near the entrance?

Morris defended the proprietors and Franklin spoke for the people of Pennsylvania.

The proprietor finally spoke over youthful screaming.

The proprietors don't speak much English, but there's not a lot that needs to be said, other than which and how many.

The proprietor spoke of wine which wasn't bruisingly shipped from Earth, beginning fairly soon.

The shop's proprietor spoke gruffly, but his words were lost on Bolan.

And if the kid were clever enough to press charges... The proprietor finally spoke over youthful screaming.

Other guides allow proprietors to speak for themselves.