human
Murdered! How was he murdered? The information is that he was hung. What a strange way of murdering a man.
gpt
He was found dead, hanging from a hook in his living-room, but he was dead when he was hung.
human
Why did you go to New York, Professor? Still speaking slowly, Professor Brierly answered:
gpt
I was engaged by the New York Eagle to undertake the trip for the purpose of viewing both bodies. I also had another reason. Since I am plunged into this investigation it may be necessary for me to have certain instruments, instruments of precision, for the purpose of conducting certain inquiries and for making certain tests.
human
It is likely that my workshop and laboratory contain everything you might need.
gpt
Indeed they do, and I may yet avail myself of them, but I wired yesterday for additional instruments, and early this morning I stopped at my place, where I obtained a few things I needed.
human
You did not tell us the details of the death of the two men you saw in New York and Bradley Beach, Professor. You say Schurman was murdered. Won't you tell us about it?