It was felt that the details were cumulative; the doctor was besieging the fortress in proper form.

The story of embracings, reconciliations and loans all prepared the public for the great scene.
The girl went on, now answering questions, now telling bits of the story in her own way, Mr.Butt, the great advocate, taking care that it should all be consecutive and clear with a due crescendo of interest.

In October, 1862, it appeared Lady Wilde was not in the house at Merrion Square, but was away at Bray, as one of the children had not been well, and she thought the sea air would benefit him.

Dr.
Wilde was alone in the house.

Miss Travers called and was admitted into Dr.Wilde's study.