The Registrar—That is something in his favour. On the facts before me, T am bound te give judgement in_his favour.
Major Hamilton—Might I have an adjournment of the case in order, to consult counsel? I foal that this man has taken advantage of my recent arrival in Shanghai. The only possible way he can let his rooms is in this way. Either he gets money or he makes false charges against people.
Mr. Franklin—I object defendant making statement of that kind, unless he is going to prove them.
The Registrar, observing that defendant had signed the agreement and agreed to a fortnight's notice on either side, said he must give judgement for plaintiff for the amount claimed. Major Hamilton could appeal if ho wished, but was it worth $2502 A stay of execution was granted.
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