"13. If in criminals it be a measuring cast, to incline to mercy and acquittal.
"14. In criminals that consist merely in words, where no more harm ensues, moderation is no injustice.
"15. In criminals of blood, if the fact be evident, severity is justice.
"16. To abhor all private solicitations, of what kind soever, and by whomsoever, in matters depending.
"17. To charge my servants—1. Not to interpose in any matter whatsoever; 2. Not to take more than their known fees; 3. Not to give any undue precedence to causes; 4. Not to recommend counsel.
"18. To be short and sparing at meals, that I may be the fitter for business."
Under the influence of resolutions like these, the conduct of Hale on the bench appears to have been almost irreproachable.
Ibidem.