Arizona republican., 1918-07-13
Defendant in Murder Case
 Gives Version of His Doings on Day Folston Vanished from Home Here

 fendant would have been concluded had court adjourned at its usual houi and it is quite probable that by 10 o'clock this morning rigid cross examination will be begun by County Attorney L. M. Laney.
 Throughout the latter part of Me Cann's direct examination, when he accounted for every hour of the morning that Folston disappeared. Laney was seen to be taking exten- sive notes. This was noted. too, dur ing the statements of McCann rela- tive to his finances.
 Is Native of State.
 What is your name?' asked Pugh "Ival McCann."
 How old are you"
 Thirty years old"
 "Where were you horn?"
 Tn Phoenix, where I have lived the greater part of my life"
 Are your parents living?'
 Yes"
 Are they in the court room?"
 Yes"
 Married or single, Mir. McCann?" Married
 What is your occupation?"
 q am a mechanic"
 What kind?'
 Automobile
 Are you engaged in your work a, this time?"
 Yes"
 How long have you been employed as a mechanic?'
 Thirteen years
 During those 13 years have you been engaged in any other work?' asked Pugh.
 Auto driver"
 "Anything else?'
 Once on Fire Department.
 "No. I beg your pardon; yes. a fireman for the city of Phoenix
 How long were you fireman"
 Three years"
 The witness then testified that he had served as special deputy sheriff up to the time of his arrest, for a period of five months. Had you ever served as a special deputy at any other time?" inquired counsel "Yes," was the reply, under Car Hayden McCann stated that at present he is employed at the Fletcher garage having worked there for the past si1 months. Prior to that he had beer connected with the WOrden garage covering a period of five months. Ht was employed at the latter place 1T October, 1917. when he first met Ken meth c. Folston. Tells of Meeting FoIston. Under what circumstances did vol meet Folston?" from Pugh. .I met him in the regular course O my employment as mechanic" sait McCann.
 How did you meet him?" insisted counsel.
 He stored his car there"
 Did he make his arrangement with you?' | No; with someone else" | McCann testified that he had som conversation with Folston the frs day he arrived in reference to hi car. He was with his brother, Bel Folston, who was driving. His physi cal condition was apparent. his ap pearance led one to believe he was il the last stages of the sickness, de clared the witness. He asked McCanl to crank the car. He was in tn Chevrolet which he brought fror | Oregon and which remained at Wor den's until sold, "'along about Octo Der 16."
 You worked at Worden's durin the period the car was stored there {!
 Yes"
 How many times did you see Fol ston between October 1 and Octu Der 16?"
 Every day"
 How long,"
 He Ioafed about there the greate part of the day"
 During that time you had grea many talks?' Yes"
 You got very well acquainted?" "Yes. He was a mighty nice man.
 Folston in Bad Health. The witness testified that FolstO frequently discussed his health an stated he was here for that purpos He told him the cause of losing h health and stated that he had hope of recovery. According to McCanl Folston said he wanted to get we and if he couldn't get well he di not want to live. He was not fit drive his machine.
 Did you have any business trans actions?"
 In answer to the question McCan told of the sale of the Chevrolet an the part he played in the sale, whic netted him $25.
 Did Folston pay by cash or check:
 Cash"
 Do you know where he got tt cash?" .. l "No."
 He then told of the purchase of th Buick Six from a Greek for $50 but he did not know where Folsto got the money for the car for whic he gave a check.
 What had you to do with tf deal?" .ss,+s .tt.
 q demonstrated. Looked over tf car for him and advised him to buy Who took possession?" "Folston.' "Who drove the caro- T did. He asked me to go to wor for him. Tn what way?" Driving" Was Employed by Folston. You took employment from him Yes. was to overhaul ar drive" What kind of business was he in Buying and selling cars and I W; to pass my judement on the cars" McCann explained that he was n to give all his time to work for hir but was to drive subject to his ca For this. he said, he was to receive salary of $100 a month. They talke