Question

how do the two passengers reveal the true character of mr.easton.
from chapter Hearts and Hands

Answer 1

Because they knew that a officer never handcuffs a prisoner to his right hand.

Answer 2

the true character of mr easton is revealed from the fact said by a passenger who heard the conversation of mr easton and miss fair child.he said "have you ever know a officer to handcuff a prisoner to his right hands"