A. Not to my knowledge.
Q. Is it your belief that they have or have not?
A. I think they would not in the election of an alderman, but they might for sheriff or common councilmen.
Q. On what ground is that distinction made?
A. The aldermen consider that they are not to interfere in the election of their brethren, in consequence of the oath they have taken.
Q. The oath makes no distinction?
A. There is an impression to the contrary.
Q. If there had been an extraordinary excitement at elections, can you say that in no case that excitement was enlarged by the aldermen?
A. I should say in no case.
Q. What do you consider the intention of the aldermen in subscribing to the funds?