Q. Was he actively engaged in the riot?
A. I do not know.
Q. Never was arrested?
A. No, sir; his father is a very good mill hand, and through the influence of his father, and the sympathy with his family——
By Mr. Means:
Q. Had he been in your employ?
A. Yes, sir.
Q. Is he in your employ now?
A. Yes, sir; he was a short time ago, and I think he is. His father is a boss heater. It was his father's influence—we had a good deal of sympathy for the family. They are poor.
By Senator Yutzy: