MANSLAUGHTER CHARGE.
FIGHT IN THE STREET.
ACQUITTAL OF ACCUSED. [BX TELEGRAPH. —PR2SS ASSOCIATION.] CHRIST/CHURCH. Wednesday. In the Supreme Court to-day Thaddeus Edward Doody appeared to answer a charge of manslaughter. The evidence showed that Doody and Cornelius O'Neill, both under the influence of liquor, started to fight in the street at Rangiora. John O'Neill, a brother, interfered, and was pushed down by accused. He fell on the pavement, fracturing his skull, and died the following day. The jury returned a verdict of " Not guilty," and accused was discharged.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LIX, Issue 18087, 11 May 1922, Page 9
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88MANSLAUGHTER CHARGE. New Zealand Herald, Volume LIX, Issue 18087, 11 May 1922, Page 9
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