FILM STUNTS
HERO-WORSHIPPER IN COURT THREE YEARS’ PROBATION Influence of the movies on the mind of Howard William Whitefleld, a young man, was suggested by Mr. Justice Kennedy in the Supreme Court today to have been responsible for his criminal acts. Whitefleld apeared for sentence for breaking and entering and theft at Rawene. “I’m extremely sorry for what I did —I don’t know what possessed me to do it,” pleaded Whitefleld, appealing for another chance. “He’s had two chances already," commented Mr. Hubble, AssistantCrown Prosecutor. Reminding Whitefleld of ihe leniency previously shown him, his Honour said it was apparent he had not profited by the warnings. There was a set of features in the case that led him to think a further effort should he made toward his reformation. Although 22 years of age, Whitefleld was more simple-minded than criminal and it was reported that he had endeavoured to emulate certain exhibitions he had seen in the pictures. He required proper supervision. He looked strong enough, but was unable to do heavy physical work, his Honour said. Releasing Whitefleld on probation for three years, his Honour ordered him not to attend moving pictures or frequent billiards saloons in that period. Prisoner was also ordered to pay costs. £2 6s.
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Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 709, 8 July 1929, Page 1
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