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Corrupt Application Alleged In House Case Against Vernon
The May 8 entry reports Sir Joseph Fekyll stating a secrecy committee was told a member received a corrupt application from Thomas Vernon to General Roffe regarding a matter before the House. Vernon acknowledged words used were not intended to imply money and apologized. Vernon was expelled. the House also approved thanks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Fekyll
General Roffe
Roffe
Thomas Vernon, Esq
Vernon
Islabie
Pennon
Aifabie
Committee of Secrecy
Thomas Vernon
Ely