Q. I mean before this firing took place?
A. There was noise, talking, and hooting, and just when the military fired for a moment it ceased like.
Q. You could hear who gave the command?
A. Yes, sir.
Q. Who was it—an officer?
A. Yes, it was an officer.
Q. Do you know him?
A. Yes, I do.
Q. Who was it?
A. General Pearson, or Albert Pearson.