in view of the nature of the case and the circumstances surrounding it; the prisoner's previous reputation was unexceptional.

November 2d-Charles Pike, convicted, March 13th, 1871, of assault with a dangerous weapon; term two years; county of Rensselaer.

Recommended by the district attorney and leading citizens of Troy, where prisoner lives. It was a first offense and pardon is granted that the prisoner may obtain work (which is promised him) before the winter sets in, and thus contribute to the support of his mother, a widow. His term would expire in January.

November 2d-George Banks, convicted, October 18th, 1871, of grand larceny; term five years; county of New York.

Granted on application of the district attorney and Dr. Moreau Morris, in consideration of the youth and extreme ill health of the prisoner whose life would be endangered by long confinement. He will, at once, leave for England with his mother.

November 2d-James Patterson, convicted, June 23d, 1865, of murder 2d degree; term life; county of Jefferson.

Personal examination at the prison. Pardon recommended by Judge Mullin, who presided at the trial, by Lieut. Gov. A. C. Beach and by many others. Prisoner, under advice of counsel, pleaded guilty. He was a private soldier in the United States army, and, during a fracas in Watertown, by order of his superior officer, (one Meagher) he fired the shot which killed the deceased. He had taken no part in the fracas, but supposed he was bound to obey the order of his commanding officer. The officer who gave the order was tried and convicted only of manslaughter in the fourth degree, and was sentenced to two years imprisonment. After he had served about one year, he was pardoned by Governor Fenton on the recommendation of Major General Dix, Bradley Winslow and others. It is unjust that the private soldier, who simply obeyed his order, should suffer longer imprisonment.

November 7th-William Norton, convicted, October 10th, 1870, of petit larceny from the person; term five years; county of New York.

The sum taken was seventeen dollars. This was a first offence, the prisoner having always borne a good reputation. Pardon is granted on recommendation of prison authorities for conspicuous

fidelity and faithfulness to duty during the late revolt. He will be at once taken to England by his friends, where his parents are able and willing to care for him.

November 13th-James R. Lee, convicted, April 22d, 1870, of burglary; term five years; county of Duchess.

Personal examination by Governor at prison. The presiding judge, the district attorney who prosecuted the case, and the present district attorney, all concur in saying that they now think Lee should not have been convicted and ought to be pardoned.

A careful examination on my own part leads to the belief that the conviction was erroneous.

November 18th-Rufus B. Stillman, convicted, October 24th, 1871, of forgery, term two years; county of Cortland.

Recommended by judge, district attorney and sheriff of Cortland county, also by the late Hon. John A. Griswold of Troy, in whose employ the prisoner had been, and many others who speak in high terms of his general reputation, which had been unblemished until the commission of this offense.

He was made intoxicated and while in that condition, was induced by another person to utter a forged check. He has a sick wife and several children without means of support. His punishment has been sufficient.

November 18th-John Connolly, convicted, March 9th, 1871, of burglary 3d degree, and petit larceny; term three years; county of Rensselaer.

The property stolen was valued at eight dollars. The evidence would not seem to have warranted a conviction. The prisoner, however, pleaded guilty. He was a mere lad and the district attorney says that, on careful enquiry, he has learned that the plea was made with the understanding that he would be sent to the House of Refuge but that the district attorney (now dead) probably overlooked it and the boy was sent, instead, to prison for three years, more than half of which time he has served. Messrs. Warren, Colby, McConihe, Gleason, McKeon and others of Troy unite in the application for pardon. The detective who made the arrest says he knows nothing against the prisoner's previous character.

November 19th-William Disbrow, convicted, September 18th, 1866,

of burglary 1st degree; term ten years; county of Montgomery.

Recommended by judge, district attorney, and complainant, also by Rev. W. Frothingham and other prominent citizens of Montgomery county. Prisoner pleaded guilty and gave valuable information to the authorities under assurance of clemency. The sentence of one associate was commuted by Governor Fenton. Another to whom a new trial was granted by the Court of Appeals, was released. Prisoner's conduct in prison has been excellent and he seems thoroughly reformed. Immediate employment is offered him.

November 22d-Joseph Eden, convicted, September 5th, 1870, of arson 2d degree, and robbery; term twelve years; county of Queens.

The prisoner became insane shortly after his conviction and was transferred to the asylum for insane convicts, where he has since remained. The prison authorities recommend a pardon, as does Dr. Wilkie, Superintendent of the asylum, who says that the prisoner has partially recovered but that, if he remains in confinement, it is to be feared that he will relapse into his former condition; that of a raving maniac. The prisoner has a brother in Colorado who is able and willing to properly care and provide for him. He will be taken there at once.

November 25th-Paul Smith, convicted, November 21st, 1870, of forgery 3d degree; term five years; county of New York.

The prisoner is a young man of previous good character. He confessed his guilt and received a severe sentence. His conduct in prison has been good. His parents in Germany are respectable people and able to care for him. His mother is ill and cannot long live. Oswald Ottendorfer, his former employer, solicits the pardon and promises to send him home to Germany by the next steamer. November 26th-William Brown, convicted, April 12th, 1872, of grand larceny; term one year; county of New York.

Granted on petition of the sister of the prisoner, concurred in by many citizens. Previous good character shown. The prisoner's mother, on a recent visit to the prison to see her son, just after leaving him, was run over by the cars and killed. His health is poor and he suffers under great depression caused by his mother's death. It is believed, that, if he is discharged he can be cured and reclaimed. Mr. Robert Turley, machinist, offers him immediate employment.

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Pardons County Jail and Penitentiary.

Marx Levy, convicted December 23d, 1871, of indecent assault; term two months and $50 fine; county of New York.

An examination of the case shows the prisoner's guilt to be doubtNo conviction should have been had.

is established.

Previous good character

January 3d — Charles W. Traver, convicted February 14th, 1870, of burglary, 3d degree; term five years; county of Ulster.

Granted on recommendation of Gen. Amos Pilsbury, Superintendent of the Penitentiary, who says that the prisoner is dying with consumption and that he can live but a few days. His mother is anxious to take him home, and care for him while he lives.

January 4th Charles Garrippi, convicted December 1st, 1870, of assault and battery; term three months; county of Oneida.

The prisoner is very ill, and longer confinement would endanger his life.

January 12th-William Rockwell, convicted January 3d, 1872, of assault and battery; term six months; county of Monroe.

Granted on application of the committing magistrate, county judge and other county officers, and the mayor and other city officers of Rochester. The nature of the assault was so trivial that no imprisonment should have been imposed. Previous good conduct shown. January 13th-Isaac Bauman, convicted November 14th, 1871, of indecent assault and battery; term one year; county of New York. An examination of the evidence and the officers' reports in this case, makes it apparent that the conviction was erroneous and the prisoner innocent. Previous good character established.

February 16th Marcus Francis, convicted February 3d, 1872, of petit larceny; term sixty days; county of Ontario.

Granted at the request of the committing magistrate, county judge, district attorney and many citizens. There was no felonious intent, and no conviction should have been had.

February 19th James Martin, convicted January 19th, 1871, of burglary, 3d degree; term four years, eleven months and twenty nine days; county of Kings.

The penitentiary physician says that the prisoner has valvular disease of the heart, and will not live in prison, but that he may recover, if removed. The judge and district attorney recommend a pardon on the merits of the case, without reference to the prisoner's illness.

The judge says that, if he had known all the facts at the time of trial, the sentence would have been much lighter. Previous good character is shown.

February 20th-John Qualey, convicted December 20th, 1871, of assault and battery; term eight months; county of Erie.

Granted on application of the physician to the penitentiary who says that the prisoner is very low with typhoid fever, and cannot live unless released at once. The penitentiary hospital is not finished and the convict is, therefore, of necessity, kept in the cell. The judge concurs.

March 21st-John Bell, convicted March 1st, 1871, of larceny; term two years; county of Erie.

Recommended by the district attorney, the complainant, Hon. D. N. Lockwood, Hon. George H. Pendleton, of Ohio, and others. There is no doubt that prisoner was led into this trouble by bad company. He was a stranger in the city, but seventeen years of age. Had evidence been produced to indicate his former character, the sentence would have been less severe.

He has served half his term; sufficient for the nature of the case; and his conduct has been excellent. His relatives will take him to Ohio and prepare him for business.

April 2d James Emery, convicted October 24th, 1871, of manslaughter, 4th degree; term one year; county of Erie.

Recommended by the mayor of Buffalo, by the prosecuting district attorney and his assistant, by the physician to the penitentiary and by many citizens. The homicide was the result of an accident, and the prisoner is rapidly failing in health.

April 15th Michael Melig or Melia, convicted December 9th,

1871, of petit larceny; term six months; county of New York.