Unanimously reversed, on the facts, as a matter of discretion in the interest of justice, and the matter remanded for a new trial.
The jury commenced deliberations at 12:27 in the afternoon. At 5:45 they reported that they were deadlocked. Upon the urging of the court they continued to 9:15 that night and on the following morning. At noon that day they requested instructions pertaining to their duty as jurors. In giving the instruction, the court added: "I dare say...
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