aux j^ieds. — " By the feet

1 23. The bourreau is tlie hangman ; hère it signifies a mean wretch who willingly assumes the ugly duty ot manacling his master.

1. 29. subit, etc. — " Underwent (Uuingseveral mouths theproceediugs preliminary to his trial."

1. 32. lé chargerhit à l'envi de. — '" Vied with one another in charging him with."