Originally Posted by
RodCrosby
Another question, Mark.
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In the photo of the crime scene (taken from the doorway) there is a cushion on the chaise-longue which looks squashed, as if someone has been recently sitting there. I understand the forensics indicated Julia had been sitting (rather uncomfortably) on the chair to the left of the fireplace.
Was there ever any speculation at the trial or in later books on the significance of the squashed cushion?
Hi Rod,
I haven't read of anything concerning the squashed cushion on the chaise-longue. You're right in stating that MacFall believed Julia was sitting in the chair to the left of the fireplace. He came to the conclusion because there was no blood on the chair seat. I don't believe she was sitting when struck - I think the scenario puts her somewhere in front of the fire - there were scorch marks on the skirt and mackintosh - I think she was hit then fell onto the fire.
My own personal hunch (although I don't really like naming anyone who cannot defend themselves) is Marsden. I could be ****ing in the wind here but I have a strange feeling...
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