Some circumstantial evidence is very strong, as when you find…

Some circumstantial evidence is very strong, as when you find a trout in the milk.

Sourced, Journals (1838-1859)

November 11, 1854. Referring to an 1849 dairyman’s strike, during which there was suspicion of milk being watered down.

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