Supreme Court. (Press, 3 October 1874)

On 3 October 1874, it was announced that the quarterly circuit sitting of the Supreme Court in its criminal jurisdiction would commence on Monday, 5 October, at 11 am, presided over by His Honor Mr Justice Gresson. The court's calendar included a variety of criminal cases set for hearing. Notable cases included Regina v Thos. Thompson, which involved charges of forgery and uttering, and Regina v Wm. Harvey, who faced two separate charges of the same nature. Several individuals were charged with larceny, including Regina v Fredk. Peiper and George Doig, Regina v Samuel Geddings and Robert Morgan, and Regina v Robert Adams. Furthermore, Regina v James McGill involved charges of obtaining money under false pretences, coupled with previous convictions. There were also cases without names filed under similar charges, referred to as Mark's and Mitchinson's cases, indicating ongoing issues of deceit and fraud. In more serious allegations, Regina v Thomas Madden and Regina v George Hendley were charged with indecent assault. Additionally, George Hendley and Charles Weed faced charges related to an attempt to commit sodomy. The court was prepared to hear multiple serious cases, such as Regina v Chas. Crawford, which included three cases of shooting with intent to do grievous bodily harm. For these serious matters, special juries would be convened for trial. Overall, the upcoming session highlighted a range of criminal offences, reflecting the concerns and legal proceedings of the time in 1874 New Zealand.

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