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Nonconformist in London, Middlesex

03 Feb 1869

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Nonconformist

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London, Middlesex, United Kingdom

Date

Feb 03, 1869

Page

5

Argument Over Corrupt Intent in Election Bribery Case

Serjeant Ballantine argues corrupt means knowingly wrongful acts with crime motive in perjury indictments. The judge and witnesses discuss refreshments, bribery, and canvassing tied to the Forster Ripley contest, with testimony on tickets, payments, and voter influence, concluding the election was pure.

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Ballantine Price Serjeant Ballantine Lichfield Justice Willes Cooper and Slade Blackburn Serjeant Knaresborough Serena Ballantine Wade Miall Central Committee Oad Mial Forster Mr. Robinson Gladstone Army Poole Levi Alderson
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Ripley mocked for rash election aid and agent abuse

The Times and Morning Star critique Mr. Ripley for trusting his agent, highlighting unlimited credits and bribery through meals and treats. They warn such conduct risks future elections and note judges may require candidates to curb expenses and ensure vouchers. Spofforth and others are contrasted as educators of candidates.

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the Times Ripley The Morning Star Bradford Spofforth Baron Martin Markham Spofforth
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Election rulings uphold rightful winners amid no corrupt practice

Justice Willes affirmed Colonel Dyott as duly elected with no proven corrupt practice by either candidate. Belfast reports Baron Fitzgerald declaring Mr. M'Clure duly elected and entitled to costs. He noted difficulty regarding the 200 pounds given to working men tied to Mr. Johnston.

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W. E. Forster M.P Thompson Mr. Kell Brown Mr. Wade Mr. Ripley Mr. Price Continent St. George's Hall Kitcheman Mr. Forster Kell Mahony Mr. Illingworth Gladstone Arms Illingworth Yorkshire Sheffield Henry Ilingworth Pollard East Ward Ripley Party George Beaumont W. H. Wood Boothroyd George Cole Cook Anningham Calvin Robertshaw Silsbridge Lane Lobley Lockwood Stephenson
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