The Dean of Faculty—Was it after three o’clock that afternoon?
Witness—I am not certain.
The Dean of Faculty—Was it after two o’clock?
Witness—Yes, I am certain it was.
The Dean of Faculty—Were these the pistols he brought with him? [The pistols produced.]
Witness—No, not these; I did not say these, but another pair, since the truth must be told. Do not think to trap me; you may make something of me by fair means, but not by foul. I do not understand the meaning of being thus teased by impertinent questions.
The Dean of Faculty—The more violent the gentleman is, so much the better for my client. The jury will take notice of the manner in which he gives his evidence.
Lord Eskgrove—My Lord Justice-Clerk, the witness should be told that he ought not to talk in that manner to the counsel.
The Lord Justice-Clerk [to witness]—Mr. Brown, you are going too far; it is the duty of these gentlemen to put any questions to you which they think proper, relating to the crime charged.
Witness—My Lord, in giving my evidence, I have said nothing but the truth, and I have rather softened the matter than otherwise, with regard to Mr. Brodie.