Even the coroner was struck by the young girl’s poise and dignity, and his manner was very gentle as he said:
“Miss Trevor, I have just a few questions to ask you. At what hour did you return from the ball?”
“We left the New Willard at a quarter to three, and reached here about fifteen minutes later.”
“Did you encounter anyone as you entered?”
“No.”
“Was the house dark?”
“Yes; except for the light in the hall.”
“Did you go directly to your room?”
“Yes. I put up the night-latch, turned out the light, and went to my room at once.”
“When did you last see your stepmother?”