Mackins, John Thomas | Day 6

Received £21 to distribute amongst 7 voters plus £6 for canvassing. Remaining £3 15s came from either Mr Hughes or Mr Thomas and was paid to George Jenner for putting up poles.

Found guilty of bribery and sentenced to 3 months in prison.

Witness Type: Briber, No Indemnity, Publican, Beerhouse Keeper

Party: Conservative

Witness Testimony:

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    You expected them to vote for you ? — I expected them to do so, but I do not know whether they did so or not.