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New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXVII, Issue XXIII, 7 December 1901, Page 1106

“You,” said the magistrate, “are accused of stealing watches. What have you to say for yourself?” “I was only trying to take time by the forelock, Your Honor,” replied the culprit, who was something of a joker. “Good—very good!” laughed l> magistrate. “Now, let me see; since you were so anxious to acquire time. I will make a contribution myself.” The prisoner seemed very much pleased, but his countenance changed when the judge said, severely: “I’ll give you three years’ hard labour.”