Case 8645

Question: Mrs. W tells me you have complained of being beaten ans. I can't remember writing any other letter if so I am very sorry
Did you write to Mrs. A saying you were unhappy? I can't remember writing
Has anyone written letters for you? no

I reasoned with the boy told him I was not going to punish him & pointed out the sin of lying but cd. get no other answer. After crying he repeated several times, I am happy here & don't want to be taken away. A day or two ago he told the Schoolmistress the same.