Probably because it is thought the question is always “loaded,” witnesses almost invariably say “No” when they happen to ho asked in eomt In examining counsel if they have discussed the case with the P art N f° r whom they arc giving evidence. A witness in the AVcllington Supreme Court was a refreshing , exception arid he received the commendation of Air. Justice Ostler. AYithont the slightest hesitation Abe witness, a MasWton solicitor, ’ said' he most certainly had discussed tho ease with the plaintiff. His Honour said it was tho first time ho, had ever heart] a witness say straight out, “Yes.” “The question i e asked hundreds °f times in court,” said his Honour, “and I* have nevel known it answered, frankly before.”
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Gisborne Times, Volume LXXIII, Issue 11956, 29 May 1933, Page 5
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