Is that the signature of Pratt?—I do not know.
Did you not receive that paper from Pratt?—I believe I did not. I think William Palmer gave it me.
Well, did he give it you?—I don’t recollect.
I repeat my question. Did William Palmer give you that document?—Most likely he did.
Did he, I ask again?—It was not signed at the time.
But did he give it you? I will have an answer.—I have no doubt he did.
Well, then, if that document bears the signature of Walter Palmer, and was given to you by William Palmer, cannot you tell whether it bears your own signature or not?—Mr. Attorney—
Don’t “Mr. Attorney” me—answer my question. Upon your oath, is not that your handwriting?—I believe it not to be.
Will you swear it is not?—I believe it not to be. [Great sensation.]
Now, did you apply to the Midland Counties Insurance Office to be appointed agent to the company at Rugeley?—I did.