And the parties go? A Towards the door leading to the hall, judging from the spots of blood and the evidences of the struggle.

Q Where were the parties when the blow in the left carotid was struck; the doctor and the person who struck him? A It is impossible to tell where they were standing.

The Court: Judging from the appearances, you can give your opinion? A I think they were standing in front of the door a little one side.

Q How near the door? A They must have been very near It Q Was that blow given when the doctor was standing or when he was upon the floor? A While he was stand- ing, no doubt.

Q The evidence of the blood on the wall settles that fact? A Beyond question it does.