The grocer took his seat, feeling that he had scored a victory and foiled the lawyer. It was not long before he had occasion to change his opinion.
"Mr. Holbrook," called Conway.
The landlord of the Lakeville Hotel took the stand. He was a pleasant-looking, good-hearted man, and he glanced sympathetically at Bert and his mother.
"Mr. Holbrook," said Conway, "do you remember paying Mr. Jones, the complainant, a twenty-dollar bill?"
"Yes, sir."
The grocer smiled again. Everything seemed to favor his side of the case.
"For what was the payment made?"
"For groceries furnished by Mr. Jones."
"Would you recognize the bill you paid if you should see it again?"
"Yes, sir."