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Riot trial reflections in 18th century England
An extended account of a riot trial, detailing witnesses, defense alike, and the judge's caution. The narrative contrasts the murder of Allen, the accused Macleane, and the accused accomplices, with debates over riot acts, mercy, and the abuse of judicial power. It critiques aristocratic influence on justice and recalls earlier cases to argue for legal integrity and accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cossshouse
Macleane
Marine
His Majesty
S. S
Jose
Macleanehoot Allen
Counser
Allen
Glidi
Murray
Maclaury
Maclaughlin
St. S George’s-fields
St. George’s-fields
Afton
Gould
Baron
Fon
Balfe
M.quirk
Kennedy
Marlborough
Buccleugh
Rachford
Matthew
Newgate
Turner
Sefsons
Weaver
Yates
Houses of Lords
Menia
Bingley
Mansfield
England
Re‘ward
James the
Charles
House
of Commons
Commons
House of Commons
County of
Middlesex
Felipe
Ous