Ordered that the judgment is reversed, on the law, and a new trial is ordered. The facts have been considered and determined to be established.
During the jury's deliberations, the forelady transmitted a note to the Trial Judge in which it was stated "I think under certain circumstances I don't think I could come to a just decision. I feel, if at all possible, I would like to be excused". After informing counsel of the note, the court determined that
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