Talking of spies, here is another story. It is true.
Certain wires were always being cut. At length a patrol was organised.
While the operator was talking there was a little click and no further
acknowledgment from the other end. The patrol started out and caught
the man in the act of cutting a second wire. He said nothing.
He was brought before the Mayor. Evidence was briefly given of his
guilt. He made no protest. It was stated that he had been born in the
village. The Mayor turned to the man and said--
"You are a traitor. It is clear. Have you anything to say?"
The man stood white and straight. Then he bowed his head and made
answer--
"Priez pour moi."
That was no defence. So they led him away.