The New York Times - Thursday, April 25, 1895

LONDON, April 24. -- Counsel for Oscar Wilde made application in the Old Bailey Court this morning for a postponement of his client's trial.

Taylor's counsel wished to proceed, and the prosecuting lawyer argued in opposition to postponement. The court fixed Friday as the day for trial.

The sale of Oscar Wilde's effects by auction upon the order of the Sheriff is regarded as an indication that his pecuniary means are exhausted.

The Gazette - Thursday, April 25, 1895

LONDON, April 24.— Counsel for Oscar Wilde made application in the Old Bailey court this morning for a postponement of his client's trial. Taylor's counsel, however, was desirous of proceeding, and the prosecuting lawyer argued in opposition to postponement, saying Wilde bad had ample opportunity to prepare for trial. The court refused to grant a postponement, and fixed Friday as the day for the trial. The sale of Oscar Wilde's effects by auction, upon the order of the Sheriff, is regarded as indicating that his pecuniary means are exhausted.

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