A. He did tell me, but I don't recollect now. I think he went in before the committee, and made a speech to them, and explained the situation—at least, that is my recollection.
Q. What kind of assistance was the committee of public safety rendering at that time?
A. I can't answer that. They were organizing the citizens into companies, for the purpose of protecting the city.
Q. Mutual protection?
A. Yes. The night I drove out to see Mr. Shinn the whole city appeared to be patrolled. It was midnight, and I was halted at almost every corner. The citizens were all apparently out.
Q. Were they armed?
A. Yes.
Q. On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, were your men all at work?
A. Yes.
Q. What time did the shopmen quit work on Saturday?