CROSSED-EXAMINATION.
OLD STYLE.—Nervous Witness about to leave the box, when his progress is arrested by Counsel on the other side.
Counsel (sharply). Now, Sir, do you know the value of an oath?
Witness (taken aback). Why, yes—of course.
Coun. (pointing at him). Come, no prevarication! Do you understand the value, or do you not?
Wit. (confused). If you will allow me to explain—?
Coun. Come, Sir, you surely can answer Yes or No—now which is it?
Wit. But you will not let me explain—