Early Governors' Papers

intellect was unable to make defense, although he might have counsel he was not able to give that counsel any assistance - We therefore thought it the best plan to submit his case to your Excellency, and by his directions I transmit you the evidence papers - although I was nominally his counsel I believe I can speak without bias, when I say, I believe him a fit object for executive clemency. It was the belief of medical men that he would die from imprisonment, as he was sinking every day. - should you feel disposed to pardon this old creature, you will forward it to me, that I may have him discharged -

your friend

Jo^s H. Talbot