Q. Was it from lack of—was it because they feared the result?
A. I think it was simply owing to the fact that they did not realize the situation at all. They were backward—I merely put the invitation to them, did not urge them at all, and I am satisfied, that if I had made a strong appeal to them, they would have responded.
Q. How large a police force have you?
A. Seventeen.
Q. In all?
A. Yes, sir.
Q. Were they kept on duty both day and night?
A. Yes; they were on duty for eight days, day and night.
Q. Usually, how many were kept on duty?
A. At night?