Q. You are officially connected with the Allegheny Valley Railroad—in what capacity?
A. I am superintendent of the river division.
Q. Did you occupy that position in July last?
A. Yes.
Q. State whether there were any differences between the Allegheny Valley Railroad Company and their employés, existing prior to the 19th day of July last?
A. There was some dissatisfaction among the men in regard to the ten per cent. reduction, but they all appeared to accept it.
Q. When was the ten per cent. reduction made?
A. The 1st of June.
Q. To what classes of employés did that apply?
A. To all classes receiving over a dollar a day.