about a quarter to nine
According to medical opinion , the deed was committed about half-past eight o'clock . At that time there were several other lodgers in the top part of the house , but they heard no noise whatever . Fortunately , however , there is a clew . Mrs. Ricketts , who was out making purchases for breakfast , returned about a quarter to nine . As she entered the doorway a man slipped by her and hastened in the direction of Regent street . She had a good look at him , and declares that she would be able to recognize him again . The police are searching for the suspected person . ''