I am not a good writer, and I am no orator.

I had only two weeks' experience in conducting a newspaper until I was put into jail.

But I am satisfied to direct the attention of my countrymen to everything I have ever written, and to rest my character on a fair examination of what I have put forward as my opinions.

I shall say nothing in vindication of my motives but this, that every fair and honest man, no matter how prejudiced he may be, if he calmly considers what I have written and said, will be satisfied that my motives were pure and honourable.

I have nothing more to say." The Chief Baron, in passing sentence, alluded to the jury's "recommendation to mercy." Mr.Martin: "I cannot condescend to accept mercy where I believe I have been morally right.