When the sheriff recovered his self-possession, he ordered several to be arrested; among others, Mr.Meagher.The officer who seized him acted rudely and violently, which led to further confusion, and the exchange of blows.

At last Mr.Meagher and myself were secured and removed to prison.

When order was restored, we were brought out before the court, and asked for an expression of regret.

I answered, that having heard Mr.Mitchel express, in the dock, sentiments in which I entirely concurred, I took immediate occasion to mark my most distinct and emphatic approval.

In doing this I had no intention of an affront to the court.