A. That was just before.
Q. Did you see General Pearson after the firing?
A. I didn't stay there after the firing. I got out of that as quick as I could.
Q. How long before the fire began did you see General Pearson?
A. I saw him before, and I saw him just when the order was given.
Q. Have you any knowledge of the causes leading to this strike first?
A. I have not, indeed. I don't know anything about it. I knew there was a strike.
Q. Did you see them leaving the round-house?
A. No, sir; I was not there.