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In old Lombardlc law. The disguising the head or face, with the intent of committing a theft. … [Read more...] about WALAPAUZ

Waifs are goods found, but claimed by nobody; that of which every one waives the claim. Also, goods stolen and waived, or thrown away by the thief in his flight, for fear of being apprehended. Wharton. Waifs are to be distinguished from bona fugitive, which are the goods of the felon himself, which he abandons in his flight from justice. Brown. See People v. Kaatz, 3 Parker, … [Read more...] about WAIF

In old English law. A Welshman. … [Read more...] about WALENSIS

Stolen goods waived or scattered by a thief in his flight in order to effect his escape. 2. Such goods by the English common law belong to the king. This prerogative has never been adopted here against the true owner, and never put in practice against the finder, though against him there would be better reason for adopting it. … [Read more...] about WAIFS

The being a Welshman. Spelman. … [Read more...] about WALESCHERY