A. I don't know. I had never thought of it that way. Many things have to be left to discretion. That is where judgment comes in.
Q. Whose judgment?
A. The judgment of the man handling the matter; in this case, my own.
Q. You have been here all day. Who is handling matters in your absence?
A. My chief clerk.
Q. You did not mention him before. What officer is he?
A. He is not usually counted as an officer, but is considered the personal representative of an officer.
Q. Does he sign your name?
A. Yes, sir; but puts his initials under my name.
Q. Suppose he forgets to put his initials. Could you swear to the signature in court?