Stimson hesitated.
“She looked anxious and excited. I suppose the screaming startled her severely.”
“From what direction was she coming?”
“From the front stairs, I thought.”
“I see. Then what?”
“I came back with a wet napkin and some water and found Mr. Russell with Miss Isabelle. We tried to revive her, but in vain. Finally he picked her up and carried her upstairs, I believe.”
“Who was in the front room at that time, Stimson?”
“Miss Anita and Mr. Allen. Mrs. Graham and Helen Stokes were there and Miss Mount. I think that’s all, except, of course, Miss Isabelle and Mr. Russell.”
“What did you do after Russell took Isabelle Harrison up to her room, Stimson?”
“I went back to try and quiet Susan who was still carrying on. Then Mr. Graham came in, Miss Mount explained matters to him and at his suggestion she asked me to take Susan and Helen Stokes to the kitchen, where Cook and I brought Susan round.” Stimson smiled slightly. “Cook pinched her, I believe,” he added.