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A statement of D to his counsel was overheard and became known to Aldrich under circumstances that entitled P to benefit regarding that testimony. Aldrich was not an attorney nor was he connected in any way with D's attorney. Aldrich was a mere bystander who casually overheard the conversation that was not intended for him. The court allowed the testimony. This appeal resulted.

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