The Rawson Enquiry

Feilding Star, Volume X, Issue 109, 21 March 1889, Page 3

The Rawson Enquiry

(per united press association.)

New Plymouth. March 16

Judge Rawson's examination was continued this morning. He denied that he was ever drunk in his life. He stated that in 1881 he was expecting money from England. As it did not come at the time expected he borrowed a sum from Mr Samuel, which he repaid him. He also explained his reasons for giving various judgments in certain cases. Mr Samuel was recalled to explain why the jury was dismissed in Humphrey's case. His explanation was that notice was required before any binding order could be made. Other law questions were answered. Mr Jellicoe said he would admit that a jury could be summoned without an order. This closed the evidence on the charges. Sir Robert M*»ut aud Mr Jellicoe both addressed the Commissioners, who afterwards said they could not make any comment, but must reserve their remarks for their report. Commissioner Reid said that would close the charges that were in, but there was a communication from Mr Staite, a Feilding lawyer, and he wanted to know if Mr Jellicoe appeared for him, Mr Jellicoe said no. He had been asked but declined. Commissioner Reid said the Commission would be sitting a few days longer. Notice had been sent to Mr Jones, and the time for receiving his charges had been extended to Thursday.