Indeed, we think that one such does exist.

The man who took the bottles from the club-house's wine-vault did so within a few minutes of the time when this crime was perpetrated on your sister.

He should be able to give valuable testimony for or against Elwood Ranelagh.

Now, you can see why we are in search of this witness and why we think you can serve us in this secret and extraordinary matter.

If you can't, say so; and we will desist from all further questions.