Witness. "My mistress's father, Mr. Beach."
The Attorney-general. "Upon what business?"
Witness. "Upon betting business, my mistress said."
The Attorney-general. "What was Mr. Beach's occupation?"
Witness. "He was a book-maker."
The Attorney-general. "A betting man?"
Witness. "Yes. He used to make large books."
The Attorney-general. "On racing?"
Witness. "Yes."
The Attorney-general. "Was he an educated man?"