A.Johnson or J.Holt-? Who do you believe?

[L Verge]

I have tried my best over the years to avoid this controversy, but I believe that Holt told Johnson about the clemency plea, but did not specifically point it out and show him where to sign if he wished to support it. Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe there were several other people in the room who later said that it was mentioned to Johnson?

Remember that, if the plea had been agreed to, it still did not concern the lady's guilt or innocence - only a "humane" recommendation based on her age and sex.