In his story he says he didn't know the name of the village but, as he was told it was about twenty miles from Lewes, and he can describe the road he followed, there ought to be no difficulty in finding it.
"I should advise you to have a chat with Shrewsbury, the schoolmaster at Tipping.

He is a great friend of the lad's, and a very intelligent fellow.

He may be able to suggest some points to be followed up.

At any rate, do all you can." Reuben had another adherent who was also acting on his behalf.

The afternoon before the trial, Kate Ellison stopped before the blacksmith shop in the village and, seeing that Jacob Priestley the smith was at work, alone, she entered.
"Is it true, Jacob, that you have been summoned on the jury at Lewes tomorrow ?" "Yes, miss, it bee true, sureley.