Jones v. State

The appellant was jointly indicted with one John Jones for assault and battery with intent to rob. An application for a change of venue on account of local excitement and prejudice against him was made by appellant. In connection with this motion, 'appellant asked the court to “cause witnesses cognizant of said facts,” (referring to the alleged excitement and prejudice) “to be summoned into court to state their knowledge of said facts under oath.” The names of the supposed witnesses were not given, nor was it shown where they could be found. Counter-affidavits were filed on behalf of the…