Luderitz v. Luderitz

Leaming, V. C.

The testimony in this case was first concluded June 7th, 1917. I then stated to counsel that my views were that while petitioner had clearly sustained the burden of proof, I was unable to reach the conclusion that defendant’s guilt could be said to have been established beyond a reasonable doubt. In these circumstances I thought it my duty to call for additional evidence; counsel then agreed to submit such additional proofs as could be procured and the case was subsequently reopened and additional evidence offered in.behalf of the respective parties. I have since ordered a…