thorough discussion of proof required to convict accomplice
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- thorough discussion of proof required to convict accomplice
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PIE AD, J.,
dissenting. — I am of opinion the respondent should be acquitted of both charges. I do not believe, beyond a reasonable doubt, that respondent intended , in sending the telegram to Pluddleston, to aid or abet in the murder of Ross. I do not believe, beyond a reasonable doubt, that the telegram of warning would have been delivered to Ross by Pluddleston, before the shooting began, if the telegram of the respondent had not been sent.
Beickell, C. J., not sitting.