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Lord Denman. 1779-1854

A delusion, a mockery, and a snare.

O'Connell v. The Queen, 11 Clark and Finnelly Reports.

The mere repetition of the Cantilena of lawyers cannot make it law, unless it can be traced to some competent authority; and if it be irreconcilable, to some clear legal principle.

O'Connell v. The Queen, 11 Clark and Finnelly Reports.