“‘Any other persons in this circle?’
“‘Dr. Gardner’—and others.
“Dr. G. seemed willing that all failures should pass as such, and promptly said, ‘That is a mistake, gentlemen; I don’t know any such person.’
“A desultory conversation here sprung up; after which Mr. Marsh resumed: ‘In whose employ were you when I first knew you?’
“Dr. G.—‘Oh! is that the man? I know now. I saw him in Springfield once; had some sharp words with him, too.’
“Mr. Stockwell—‘Is there any other Spirit present who was lost at sea?’
“‘Yes.’
“Mr. S.—‘An acquaintance of mine?’
“‘Yes.’