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Kentucky Gazette
Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky
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In Manchester on August 24, Mr. Hunt and associates faced trial for high treason, but charges reduced to conspiracy; most bailed, one lady discharged.
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On the 24th August, Mr. Hunt and his fellow prisoners were arraigned before the court at Manchester for final trial, as was thought, on the charge of High Treason. The examination of witnesses and the defence of Mr. Hunt were highly spirited. Mr. Bouchier, a crown officer, went from London with directions to proceed against the prisoners for a less offence. The allegation of treason against the persecuted patriots was dismissed, and they were admitted to bail under the charge of a conspiracy. Most of them availed themselves of the right of bail, and are at large. The lady who was in confinement is finally discharged. We will give the particulars next week, which are very lengthy.
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Manchester
Event Date
24th August
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treason allegation dismissed; prisoners admitted to bail on conspiracy charge; most released on bail; lady discharged
Event Details
Mr. Hunt and fellow prisoners arraigned for trial on High Treason charge. Witnesses examined and Mr. Hunt defended spiritedly. Mr. Bouchier brought directions from London to proceed on lesser offence. Treason charge dropped; switched to conspiracy. Most prisoners bailed and at large; confined lady discharged. Particulars to follow next week.