What did Alda think John had brought back?
a dressing-case
Did Cherry think that too?
No
What did she think it was?
a drawing-box
Was it?
it contained a wonderful genie
What would it do?
save the well-worn fingers many a prick
Who did John talk to first?
unknown
What did he say to Lance?
All right,
How many sovereigns did he pay him?
five
Was Lance thankful?
No
Did Poulter buy the item?
No
Why not?
his conscience
What is little Underwood's treasure?
a violin
Was it overvalued?
No
Where was the instrument?
a London shop
Did Poulter talk to anyone about the violin?
Yes
Who?
Lance
Did Poulter give anyone advice?
Yes
Who?
Captain Harewood
Who came to see Lance the next day?
Bernard
What time?
twelve o'clock