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[page 607] that sensation which led you to do it Q. I have got that delusion? A. Yes, sir. Q. The delusion that I think if I tear off my clothing I shall be cooler? A. Yes sir Q. But as matter of fact I am not any colder am I? The delusion in my mind is that I have got too many clothes on, and if I tear them off I shall be cooler? A. Yes, sir Q. As matter of fact I am just as susceptible to cold insane as I would be if I were sane- my system is isn't it? A. In reality perhaps would be. Q. It doesn't make any difference whether I am sane or insane? A. No. It is the fact that the individual feels that he is correct in his ideas. Q. And that is the delusion simply> A. That is the delusion. By Mr. Baker: Q. Do I understand you that you think a patient in a maniacal state is as sensative [sensitive] to cold, or would suffer either actually or in feeling from cold as much as