"Yes, sir."
"All checks in payment for services rendered pass through you?"
"Through my subordinates or myself."
"Have you calculated, as requested, the total sums paid to Robert Floyd for special articles during the time of his employment?"
"I have."
"Will you state to the jury the earning capacity of this young man at the time of his uncle's death?"
"The question is prejudicially framed, Brother Badger," said Shagarach. "Please do not incorporate your own inferences when examining a witness."
"How much had Floyd earned while with you?" asked Badger.
"From January to June, inclusive, six monthly checks were made out payable to Robert Floyd, for services, and three smaller checks for expenses incurred. The amount of the former checks was $309."
"During six months?"