General de Pellieux.—“I would like to add a word. The part that I have played in this matter has not been voluntary; circumstances have forced it upon me.”
The Judge.—“Can the witness withdraw? Has the defence any objection?”
M. Labori.—“I have no objection to anything, since I cannot make any observations.”
The Judge.—“That is not the question.”
M. Labori.—“You ask me a question. Will you permit me to answer it or not?”
The Judge.—“I ask you a question.”
M. Labori.—“You ask me if I object to the withdrawal of General de Pellieux.”
The Judge.—“Answer yes or no.”
M. Labori.—“I cannot answer yes or no, because I have distinctions to make.”
The Judge.—“Monsieur the attorney-general?”