Rensselaer Republican, Volume 26, Number 51, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 16 August 1894 — Getting at the Facts [ARTICLE]

Getting at the Facts

Attorney'—You tire the president of the Dazzlihg sjJh Gas Company, are you*not? „ £ », Witness—l am.<- S “Now, sir, for the purpose of getting at the exact facts"in this case I am compelled to ask you what it costs the company per thsusand feet to manufacture gas?” “That, sir, is a matter of no concern to you and has nothing to do with this case.” “I insist upon knowing.” “I prefer not to answer, sir.” (To the Court): “Your Honor, it is absolutely necessary to get the figures.” The Court —The witness will answer the question. “Now, then, I will ask you again, sir. How much does the manufacture of gas cost the company per thousand feet?’’ “I haven’t any idea. I have nothing to do with the business affairs of the company, sir, except to draw my regular quarterly dividend of five per cent.