A. Nothing more, I suppose, than any neglect upon the part of the officers of the city to protect property. It is nothing further, sir.
Q. Any act of Assembly?
A. No, sir. I am not a lawyer, but I presume, if the officers of the city should fail to render abundant protection to property, when notified of its danger, that then the city would be held responsible, in case the property was destroyed.
Q. In the interview that you had with the executive committee of the railroad employés, did you learn what their grievances were, and their reasons for striking?
A. On account of wages—desired more wages.
By Mr. Larrabee:
Q. Were they the first that struck?
A. Yes, sir.
Q. Had there been any reduction of wages on the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western, or any of the roads leading to your town?
A. Well, sir, I cannot tell you that, sir. The superintendent will be here.