V - THE SWEDE––––––––
ALL THE others present, as well as the young reporter, looked on with eager interest as the contents of the pockets were exhibited.
There were a great many articles, but all were just what might be looked for in the pockets of a well-to-do business man.
Several letters, cards, memoranda and telegrams. The usual knife, bunch of keys, pencil, watch and money. Also a small pair of folding scissors and a couple of handkerchiefs.
In a gold locket was a portrait of Mrs. Black, but there was no other jewelry.
“Perhaps some jewelry was taken,” suggested a juryman, but both Avice and Mrs. Black were sure that Mr. Trowbridge had on none.
He was wearing a bow tie, and a soft shirt with its own buttons, the report informed them, so there was no occasion for studs or pin.
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