The record before the court shows that on petitioner's arraignment on November 17, 1952, he was without counsel, and was informed by the court that he was entitled to an attorney and a trial; that petitioner stated that he did not want an attorney and pleaded guilty. He does not dispute the record but asserts that the manner in which he was informed of his right to counsel left the impression that if he had funds necessary to obtain counsel for his defense he could do so...
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