....Well, sometimes I run ahead of myself when I am wound up on these things, but I should have differentiated between Frank Patterson and Frank McLaury. Of course, I am sure you realized I was referring to McLaury, but others may not have. Thank you for the oversight; I know I am a little zealous at times.

But the thought occurs to me, based on your additional information about the connection between Hurst and Frank McLaury, that perhaps Hurst was out of line in accusing Frank McLaury as being an accomplice. Should he have not known him or about him and showed more respect, rather than assuming because Frank McLaury lived in the same neighbourhood, he automatically is in cahoots?? Hurst sounds like Frank had him pegged right off. I still think Frank was justified.

To me, I see Hurst as looking foolish and trying to save face. There is always more in the background than the recorded word.

Thank you for the correction. I should have been talking less and thinking more; but I think many are getting used to me.
Best, Joyce