Bystander. Certainly. But why take the slaves against their will?
Brown. I never did.
Bystander. You did in one instance, at least.
Stephens, the other wounded prisoner, here said, "You are right. In one case I know the negro wanted to go back."
Vallandigham. How far did you live from Jefferson?
Brown. Be cautious, Stephens, about any answers that would commit any friend. I would not answer that.
(Stephens turned partially over with a groan of pain, and was silent.)
Vallandigham. Who are your advisers in this movement?
Brown. I cannot answer that. I have numerous sympathizers throughout the entire North.