"Prisoner: I received them all, and I can show the marks. It is true I received them at different times; but I've had them all.
"The Lord Mayor: And what have you been doing with yourself since you deserted?
"Prisoner: I have been mining in Cornwall. I thought it would be the best way of getting out of danger by going underground.
"The Lord Mayor: And why didn't you stay in Cornwall? Why did you come to London?
"Prisoner: I don't know why I left Cornwall; but I was looking for work when I was taken up for deserting. I am able for any sort of labour.
"The Lord Mayor: Why were you flogged?
"Prisoner: I'd rather not say anything about that; I shall soon have to answer again.
"Mr. Hobler: You unfortunate fellow, you must have been a great violator of discipline, or you could not have been so dreadfully punished.
"The Prisoner (shaking his head): I've had my share.
"The Lord Mayor: Tell me, are you a sober man?