It bears out Mr. Rochester's theory of death from angina
pectoris."
"I see. Thank you, doctor. Please wait with the other witnesses;
we may call you again," and with a sigh the busy physician resigned
himself to spending another hour in the room reserved for the
witnesses.
The next to take the witness stand was Deputy Marshal Grant. His
testimony was short and concise, - and his description of the
scene in the police court preceding Turnbull's death was
listened to with deep attention by every one.
"Did the prisoner show any symptoms of illness before his heart
attack?" asked Penfield.
"Not exactly illness," replied Grant slowly. "I noticed he didn't
move very quickly; sort of shambled, as if he was weak in his legs.
I've seen 'drunk and disorderlies' act just that way, and paid no
particular attention to him. He did ask for a drink of water
just after he returned to the cage."
"Did you give it to him?"
"No, an attendant gave the glass to Mr. Rochester who handed it
to Mr. Turnbull."
Penfield regarded Grant in silence for a minute.
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