He said, "When the prosecution gets you on the stand, they will cut you to ribbons."

So naturally, I had to retract, and he fought his way to try to vindicate me out of this particular crime.

You follow that?

Chief Justice Warren. Yes; I do indeed.

Mr. Ruby. I want you to question me and requestion me on anything you want, plus the fact I do want the tests when they are available.

Chief Justice Warren. Yes.

Mr. Ruby. On Friday, the morning parade—this goes back to Thursday night, because it has something to do with it.

We were having dinner at the Egyptian Restaurant——

Chief Justice Warren. Right now, Mr. Ruby, before we get started taking your testimony, would you mind being sworn?

(Chief Justice Warren and Jack Ruby stand and both raise their right hand.)