The Proceedings of the Old Bailey

Reference Number	t17210419-12
Verdict	Guilty > theft under 1s
Sentence	Transportation

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  Rebecca White , of  St. Andrew in Holbourn , was indicted for feloniously stealing 1 pair of Silk Stockings, 1 pair of Thread Stockings, 1 pair of Worsted Stocking, and a Holland Shirt , the Goods of   John Thompson and   Robert Preston , on the 15th of February last. Mr. Preston deposed that he took up the Prisoner on Suspicion, and that she confest the Fact to him, and before the Justice. The Constable confirmed the same, and her Confession was read in Court. The Jury considering the matter, found her Guilty to the value of 10 d. Transportation .