Lord Ellenborough. Why did you compare the two then?
A. I wished to be circumspect; but if my life rested upon it, I should say, this is not his hand-writing, according to my belief and judgment.
Mr. Park. What has been, for the number of years you have known this person, his general character?
A. I have always considered him a man of strict honour and integrity.
Q. We have heard he has been in difficulties?
A. He has been.
Q. And he is a debtor of yours?
A. Yes, he is a very large one.
Q. To what amount have you trusted him?
A. To the extent, I believe, of about £.4,000, and upwards, besides my professional claim.