"Nary thing."
"Any boot, hat, or bit of clothing?"
"Not a single thing, fur's I c'd see."
"That's all," said Franklin.
"Re-direct, Mr. Prosecutor?" said the Court. This was Greek to the audience, but they were enjoying the entertainment.
"Pass the re-direct," said the State's attorney confidently.
"Do you wish to recall this witness, Mr. Franklin?" asked the Court.
"Yes, if your Honour please. I want to take up some facts in the earlier life of the prisoner, as bearing upon his present mental condition."
"Very well," said the judge, yawning. "You may wait a while, Mr.
Haskins."
"Well, then, Curly," said Franklin, again addressing himself to his witness, "please tell us how long you have known this prisoner."