¶1She is admissible from the necessity of the case, and upon the ground of former precedents from boohs, and in this state. The court also admitted evidence to prove her being familiar with other men about the same time, to lessen the damages. This action; was withdrawn.
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Mott v. Goddard
Decided September 15, 1792
Supreme Court of Connecticut · decided 1792-09-15
AotioN for breaking and entering his house, and begetting his daughter with child. Plea — Not guilty. Issue to the j^y. The daughter was offered as a witness, and objected to; that she had a suit depending for the maintenance of said child; also an action for a breach of promise to marry her.
Decided 1792-09-15