Dodge v. Lacey

This was an action of slander brought by Polly Ann Lacey. The declaration contains two counts. Plea — not guilty. There were also some special pleas. Verdict and judgment for the plaintiff.

The first count alleges that the defendant, in a conversation with one Mrs. Rasor of and concerning the plaintiff, and of and concerning her character for chastity, falsely and maliciously spoke and published the following words of and concerning the plaintiff, and of and concerning her behaviour, and of and concerning her character for chastity, namely: “Mr. Panin says that Mrs. Lacey is not a decent…