To the Worshipfull his Majesty< no role > 's Justices of the
Peace for the City and Liberty of Westmr. in Sessions
Assembled.

The humble petition of Francis Geary< no role >
Keeper of the Gatehouse.

Sheweth

That your Petrs. being justly Charged
with a Breach of Trust with respect to the
Escape of James Taylor< no role > his Prisoner whereby
he Incurred the Cenfure and Displeasure of
this Court and the Consequence thereof a Fine
of five pounds, and having nothing to Offer in
his Defence or Excuse that may render him
the favour and Indulgence of the Court but
his humble and hearty Concern for the Offence
and firm Resolution of being more Watchfull
and Carefull to keep up to the due Execution
of his Office for the future.

Your Petr. in most humble Manner
Prays that his Submission and promises
may Obtain his Pardon and remission
of the said Fine.

And ye. Petr. as in Duty
Bound shall ever Pray Etc.

Fran: Geary< no role >