In point of fact, sir, the description says the convict is a fair man." "Is that all ?" "Neither particular tall, nor yet particular short, sir.

Not a very big 'un nor a very little 'un, sir.

In point of fact, sir, a fair man.

Clean shaved and close cropped he is, sir, being a criminal." "I hope you may recognise him by that account," said the squire, suppressing a smile.

"I don't believe I should." "Well, sir, it does say as he's a fair man," remarked the constable.
"Supposing he blacked his face and passed for a chimney-sweep ?" suggested the squire.