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1935. CRIME, Horse-stealing.—

The offence
of horse-stealing seems properly distinguishable
from other larcenies, here, where
these animals generally run at large, the temptation
being so great and frequent, and the
facility of commission so remarkable. [112]
Note on Crimes Bill. Washington ed. i, 157. Ford ed., ii, 215.
(1779)

 
[112]

For horse-stealing, the bill provided a punishment
of three years hard labor in the public works
and reparation to the person injured.—Editor.