Colonel Henry.—“Ask an explanation of Major Ravary.”
M. Labori.—“At present I can seek an explanation only from you, who are here.”
Colonel Henry.—“The expression ‘searching,’ if it is not real, is at least figurative.”
M. Labori.—“What was the date of this visit?”
Colonel Henry.—“I said that it was in October. At any rate, on my return from leave. I have always said October, I think, and I cannot say anything else.”
M. Leblois.—“Variations as to facts, variations as to dates. It is very difficult for a witness, with the best will in the world, to follow his adversaries over ground so shifting.”
Colonel Picquart.—“Did Colonel Henry enter my office by the door opposite the desk, or by the little side door?”
Colonel Henry.—“By the main door.”
Colonel Picquart.—“About how far into the office did he come?”
Colonel Henry.—“I could not say whether it was four inches or a step.”