A. Not to my recollection.
Q. Have you ever formed or expressed an opinion whether the facts charged against them, if proved, constitute the offence of piracy?
A. I have not.
Challenge withdrawn. Juror sworn.
George Moeller called. Challenged for principal cause by Mr. Smith:
Q. In a capital case, where the evidence is sufficient to convince you of the guilt of the prisoner, have you any conscientious scruples that would prevent your finding a verdict of guilty?
A. No, sir.
By Mr. Larocque, for the prisoners:
Q. Have you read the account of the capture of the Savannah? A. Yes, sir.
Q. Have you formed or expressed any opinion as to the guilt or innocence of these prisoners?