Q. Would you consider it justifiable or legal to issue a proclamation in the absence of the Governor in emergencies of this kind?
A. I think so.
Q. Did you regard it proper for the Adjutant General to call out troops or furnish troops for the suppression of the riot in the absence of the Governor?
A. That is a question I was not considering. There was nothing improper here when he had direct telegraphic communication with the Governor, and had authority to do so.
Q. In your estimation, would it require special instructions from the Governor to call out the troops?
A. I think he should act under general instructions. The Governor is the commander-in-chief of the troops.
By Mr. Lindsey:
Q. Did you receive any general instructions prior to the departure of the Governor for the West, as to what would be done in case of an emergency?
A. No, sir, I think not. I understood such authority was given in relation to troops to the Adjutant General. I didn't feel that I was vested with any special authority.
Q. In forwarding the demand that was made by the sheriff for troops to the Adjutant General, did you say anything to the Adjutant General about issuing any proclamation?