Hobbs produced a document which was handed to the Recorder. As Mr Dodson unfolded it Hobbs proceeded: Since then I have had recourse to it or the conduct of my defence. Ever ince that letter was received I have had recourse to that institution, and therefore it is absurd to say I am a wealthy man. On the contrary, so s the money I received is conned, others were punished, asa consequence, when I got money from that source I gave it te them. I felt that they were entitled to it more than I was. I can say no more.
The Recorder told Hobbs Your th will be safeguarded so ar is possible for that to be done where you will go. It is a at pity to find that as you grow older You do not grow better, as the jury Nave found by their verdict. I take into account your age.
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