Excerpt from A Collection of the Proceedings in the House of Commons Against the Lord Verulam, Viscount St. Albans, Lord Chancellor of England, for Corruption and Bribery: With the Several Debates and Speeches in the House Thereupon, by Sir Edward Coke, Mr. Recorder Finch, Sir Robert Philips, &C
Hard Chancellor did decree it for him; 60001. Was to be diftributed amongft thofe Honourable Perfons that did folli cite it for him; but if it did not go as they defired, he promifed in Veréa Sa réra/otz'r, that he would deliver the Bonds again. This appear'd by Letters from the now Reverend Bilhop, but then Pfatffical Dofior. Mr. Ffobnfon (a mo ral honefi Man) perceiving that Mr, Egerton finding no Relief, did intend to prefer a Petition againfi my Lord Chan cellor, by one heals-means, took Oc cafion to talk With Mr. Egerz'on, asking him, why he would prefer fach a feen dalous Petition againfi my Lord? He would, have him take the Money out Of the Petition, and then his. Caufe by the Mediation and Conference Of for'ne other Judge'with my Lord, might be'brought to 'a good End; and for Money, if he had lent any, he might be'fatisfied again. There was upon a Petition to the'king by'sir Rowland Egerton, a Reference of this Matter to my Lord Chancellor, and Mr. Edward Egertm entred into iooqo Marks Bond.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book, a primary source, provides insights into the investigation of a Lord Chancellor suspected of corruption in the early 1600s. The author, a member of the House of Commons during the proceedings, provides an account of the testimonies and allegations, as well as the Chancellor's defense. The Chancellor's confession and the ensuing judgment against him resulted in a significant shift toward holding judges accountable for their actions, establishing a higher standard for judicial conduct, and, according to the author, contributing to the advancement of a golden era of justice. The book offers a fascinating look into the historical precedents and legal consequences of corruption in high-ranking officials, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of law and governance. Its analysis of themes such as accountability, justice, and the role of morality in public service remains highly relevant today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333002862_0
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