State v. Godwin

Tbe first question presented on tbe appeal: Was it error for tbe court below to refuse tbe defendant’s request for a continuance? We think not under tbe facts and circumstances of this case.

Tbe trial was held on tbe 11th day after tbe arrest of defendant and tbe 15th day following tbe homicide. Tbe defendant was without counsel and tbe court below appointed to represent him (a fact of common knowledge) two of tbe most able, well known and efficient attorneys in Guilford County — where tbe crime was committed. These attorneys, in well prepared affidavits, set forth in substance that on account…