A. No.
Q. In the interviews you had with your men before the strike—between the 1st of June and the strike—what reasons did the men give for their anticipated strike?
Q. They were dissatisfied with the reduction of wages. There had been one the previous year or so, and this one coming in that time, made them very much dissatisfied.
Q. How long before was the other reduction?
A. I think in 1874 or 1875.
By Senator Yutzy:
Q. Is it not a habit for the men, when their wages are reduced, to complain?
A. Oh, yes.
By Mr. Lindsey:
Q. Was it deemed necessary on the part of the company to make that reduction?