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I gave it to him. (meaning the Superintendent) she also stated in his evidence before Justice of the Peace Mr Lister in the Gaol Office; that I asked him (the prisoner) if he wished to see the Superintendent or the Doctor that morning, and also that I did so in the same peculiar manner. She begged to state, sir, that that statement is utterly false and that I took greater precaution every morning as to how I spoke to the prisoner, knowing the man's character so well; and therefore did my best not to come in contact with him more than was actually necessary.
I can honestly assure you, sir, that such an unfortunate affair would not have happened unless the provocation had been very great. It was of a style and one most peculiar, that is very hard to find out the real meaning in which it is intended. It is not so much the words that are used, but the manner in which they are used; and, I trust that my past good character may be allowed...
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