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The Mystery of 31 New Inn

CHAPTER II
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That is all I can say about him." "He didn't strike you as resembling Weiss in any way; in voice or features ?" "Not at all; and he spoke, as I told you, with a distinct Scotch accent." "The reason I ask is that if Weiss is attempting to poison this man, the coachman is almost certain to be a confederate and might be a relative.
You had better examine him closely if you get another chance." "I will.

And that brings me back to the question, What am I to do?
Ought I to report the case to the police ?" "I am inclined to think not.

You have hardly enough facts.

Of course, if Mr.Weiss has administered poison 'unlawfully and maliciously' he has committed a felony, and is liable under the Consolidation Acts of 1861 to ten years' penal servitude.

But I do not see how you could swear an information.


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