But in August 1859 , supporters of his wrote to the governor seeking a pardon based on his alleged good character and civic performance .
He won an appeal for a retrial and was convicted again and sentenced to ten years in San Quentin .
In August 1859 , supporters of his wrote to the governor seeking a pardon based on his alleged good character and civic performance .
He won an appeal for a retrial and was convicted again and sentenced to ten years in San Quentin .