Q. You did not suffer from want of rations, however?
A. They did not to a certain extent.
Q. How did you account for the absence of the names of your men?
A. I suppose it might have been in sympathy with the movement.
Q. With the mob movement?
A. Yes, sir.
By Senator Yutzy:
Q. It was not out of fear the desertion took place?
A. No; I do not think it was.
Q. Did you regard the conduct of your subordinate officers commendable during those troubles?