"Did she give any reason for her husband's attitude to her?"
"She said he wanted to marry another woman."
There was a small sensation at this. If proved, it established a motive.
"Did she know who the other woman was?"
"I believe not. She was away most of the day, and he put in his time as he liked."
"Did Miss Brice ever mention the nature of the threats he made against her?"
"No, I think not."
"Have you examined the body washed ashore at Sewickley?"
"Yes—" in a low voice.
"Is it the body of Jennie Brice?"