“And are you sure it is a representation of Mr. Wagstaff? We have at present no proof of that, you know.”
“It has been recognised by a number of persons in Texas who were acquainted with the person it is supposed to represent. Indeed, many of the inhabitants have copies of it, presented to them by Mr. Wagstaff himself.”
“It is to be regretted that one or more of them are not here.”
“But two are here, sir.”
“And who may they be? and why have you not called them?”
“The two gentlemen who have already been examined can speak to the photo being a representation of Mr. Wagstaff,” said the counsel.
“Then let them be recalled.”
The two witnesses from Texas were again placed in the box. They both swore that the photo in question was a representation of Mr. Wagstaff as he then appeared.
“I adjourn the case till this day week,” said the magistrate.
“I hope, sir, you will accept good and substantial bail for the reappearance of my client,” said Bourne’s solicitor. “We have not had any time allowed us to meet this charge. My client is a gentleman moving in a good position in society; he is greatly respected by, I may say, all who have the honour of his acquaintance, and a charge of this nature presses with a heavy overwhelming weight upon one who, we hope and trust it will be proved beyond all controversy, is perfectly innocent.”