Reference
QSR1825/324
Title
Examinations and depositions of Daniel Man, William Fordham and William Short, regarding prosecution of William Short of Westoning for assault.
Date free text
1825
Production date
From: 1825 To: 1825
Scope and Content
Information of Daniel Man of Steppingley, labourer. He was standing in the Horseshoes public house, Steppingley, watching the dancing ('it being the feast'). William Short of Westoning came up to him and struck him a blow near his left eye, 'he having done nothing to provoke the assault.' He went for the constable and Short was taken into custody.
Information of William Fordham, Steppingley, servant: similar to the foregoing,
Examination of William Short who refuses to say anything or find sureties for his appearance at the quarter sessions.
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