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GREENFI ELD, INDIANA MONDAY EVENING MAY 4 1836

SCOTT JACKSON'S DAY

Eleventh Day's Proceedings of the Great Murder Trial.

THE PRISONER HAS FRIENDS.

His Landlady Stands by Him and Declares That He Was in His Room on the Night of the Marder—An Attack on Jackson's and Johnson's Evidence—Difference

4.—The

11th day of

the trial of Scott Jackson, charged with the murder of Pearl Bryan near Fort Thomas, was a memorable one and full of startling scenes and incidents. Strong evidence was introduced to break down the stories of the driver, George H. Jackson, and the porter, Alleff Johnson, both colored, while three ladies positively established for the prisoner an alibi between the hours of 8 and 11 o'clock on the night of the fatal Friday.

Depositions were read, giving Scott Jackson an excellent reputation in and about Greencastle, up to the day of his arrest, while others were read proclaiming George Jackson a thief and a liar. With all this evidence before him, and with his mother and his half-sister in court and by his side, it is no wonder that Scott Jackson walked from the courtroom light-hearted and as nearly happy as a man in his situation can be, or that his face wore a blighter look than it has on any day since his arrest, almost three months ago.

Court convened promptly at the regular hour. The defense began by recalling Captain David R. Locke, who was asked a few questions further as to the condition of the ground and the accumulation of leaves about the spot where the body was found.

Colonel Allen Andrews of Hamilton, who represented Jackson and Walling during the extradition proceedings in this state, was next called. He testified to the conversation between himself and Attorney Shepherd and Allen Johnson at Wallingford's saloon, and to having been Johnson's counsel at Hamilton when the latter was arrested there on a charge of prize fighting. He produced the original indictment returned against Johnson, but Colonel Crawford was not allowed to introduce it as evidence.

Attorney Shepherd, who has been assisting Colonel Crawford, and who, with Colonel Washington, represents Walling, was next called to the stand, and testified to much the same as Colonel Andrews.

Colonel Crawford then created a mild sensation by ca Aig Mrs. Post, halfsister to the prisoner, to the stand. It was evident that she was somewhat embarrassed. She verified much of what the prisoner had told on the stand regarding his early history, and testified to the good reputation he had borne iu Greencastle prior to his arrest Feb. 5.

This testimony was followed by a number of depositions bearing upon George H. Jackson, the driver, and they were all extremely damaging to that individual. These were from Alice Beckwith, Thomas W. Steep, a reporter Henry H. Jones, a policeman, and Archie Bulger, all of Cincinnati W. Van Tassell, Harrison, and George W. Fields and George S. Dial of Springfield, O. The deposition of Chief Van Tassell was especially strong against Jackson.

Miss Ruth A. Gottlieb, a reporter, living at Ludlow, was then called to the stand. She testified to having visited the spot where the body lay on the morning of its discovery, and was among the first, except the officers, to arrive. A significant fact that Colonel Crawford brought out was that she wore a pair of overshoes on that occasion. He asked her to bring them to court JMonday morning, when he would introduce them as evidence. It will be remembered there was evidence introduced by the prosecution to the effect that the print of a heel, apparently of a lady's shoe covered by a rubber, was found near the body. The defense will try to show that it was Miss Gottlieb's rubber that made the track.

But the star witness of the day was Miss Rose McNevin, Scott Jackson's landladv, at 222 Ninth street. Miss McNevin was pronounced by old and experienced attorneys one of the best witnesses they had ever seen on the stand. She told a straightforward story, and told of having seen Jackson in the house every morning, noon and evening from Monday, Jan.

27,

to Friday, Jan.

31, inclusive. She was kept on the stand from 11 o'clock in the morning till nearly 3:30 in the afternoon. The prosecution appreciated the strength of her testimony in the prisoner's behalf, which verified in almost every detail Jackson's own account of his movements that week. Colonel Nelson conducted the cross-examination, and it is doubtful if a witness was ever subjected to a more rigid one. Colonel Nelson, whose reputation as a cross-examiner is well known, used every art at his command to break down Miss McNevin's testimony, but succeeded in weakening but few of her statements.

Whether from this or other causes Colonel Nelson, for the prosecution, grew more sarcastic than usual in his remarks, whether addressed to the witness on the stand, the attorney for the defense, or the court. Colonel Crawford refused to overlook one of Colonel Nelson's caustic remarks. Whether because flushed with seeming promise of victoiy, or nettled at the treatment of his witnesses, Colonel Crawford resented a personal reference to himself from Colonel Nelson. He asked the protection of the court, and declared his intention of holding his opponent to account personally for his -language, and outside the court. A thrilling scene followed. The court rapped severely for order, and commanded Colonel Crawford to restrain himself. Ladies hurriedly left the room, and many knowing the high sense of honor of both gentlemen, and appreciating the feeling that had sprung up between them, feared a tragedy.

When Judge Helm had commanded silsnoe, he informed Colonel Crawford thab he was guilty of contempt, and inucted Clerk Rensoher to enter a fine of $25. Colonel Crawford at once asked for a cheek, and filled it otit for tha

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amount named. Order was restored, but the two gentlemen glared at one another the remainder of the afternoon, and from that time on Colonel Craw* ford addressed his remarks to the prosecution to Colonel Lockart. Both genilemen refused to patch up the matter after court, and the friends of both fear there may be more trouble before the noted case reaches an end. The jurymen did not witness the scene, having been sent from the room before the trouble began.

Other witnesses during the afternoon were Mrs. Jennie Garver and Miss Minnie McNevin, sisters of Rose McNevin, whose testimony further strengthened Jackson's alibi, and Dr. Post.

Depositions were read from Alma Crane of this city, and John Morris, Alva P. Brockway, Thomas B. Darnall and William I. Grooms of Greencastle, the last three named being to prove the reputation of Scott Jackson at Greencastle.

BANKRUPTS' BENEFITS.

A New Law Enacted by the House After a Five Days' Debate. WASHINGTON,

May 4.—After a debate

continuing over five days, the house Saturday. by a vote of 157 to 81, passed the bankruptcy bill reported by General Henderson from the committee on the judiciary and managed by him throughout the debate.

The bill, as passed, is based upon the Torrey bankruptcy bill. It provides for both voluntary and involuntary bankruptcy. Under its terms there are eight acts for which a debtor can be forced into involuntary bankruptcy, as follows: (1) If a person has concealed himself with intent to defraud his creditors for 48 hours (2) failed for 30 days while insolvent to secure the release of any property levied upon for $500 or over (3) made a transfer of any of his property with intent to defeat his creditors (4) made an assignment for the benefit of his creditors (5) made, while insolvent. a transfer of any of his property for the purpose of giving a preference (6) procured or suffered a judgment to be entered against himself with intent to defeat his creditors, and suffered same to remain unpaid 10 days (7) secreted any of his property to prevent its being levied upon under legal process against himself (8) suffered, while insolvent, an execution for $500 or over to be returned no prpperty found.

HOPE FOR BULUWAYO.

The Matabeles Taking No Aggressive Movement and Belief Is Near. CAPE TOWN,

May

4.—Communication

by wire with Buluwayo has been once more restored. Advices from there say that a coach has started for Mafelling under a strong escort. The Matabeles still surround the town by thousands, but they are taking no aggressive action and appear undecided what to do.

Trustworthy natives report that two white outlaws named Dixon and Grabber, ai «s. isthig the Matabeles in their operations.'

King Khama, the friendly chief, believes that the Matabeles are divided in their councils and will therefore not make a concerted attack on Buluwayo. His scout reports that the Matabele are likely to retire to the Zambezi before the arrival of the relief column at Buluwayo.

King Khama complains that his people are ruined by famine and by the death of their cattle. This is true, and on that account the authorities ought to prepare measures of relief.

BIG STRIKE INAUGURATED.

The Milwaukee Electric Railway and Light Company Paralyzed. MILWAUKEE,

May

4.—A

strike of the

900 employes of the Mil wank: Electric Railway and Light ./is inaugurated last night, and us each car was run into the barns motorman and conductor left it, not to return until the demands for increased pay, recognition of the employes' organization and several minor concessions are granted.

The strike will tie up the entire electric and street railway service of the city. The several lines are owned by the one company and every employe of the road is a member of the union. In addition to the street railway employes the electric light employes are involved and will probably strike before night.

ONLY TWO BATTLE SHIPS.

The Senate Passes the Naval Bill Reducing the Number of War Vessels. WASHINGTON,

May

4.—The

naval ap­

propriation bill, which was under consideration in the senate during the entire week, was passed Saturday and now it will be for a conference committee to reconcile the disagreements between the two houses. The chief of these is the reduction of the number of battle ships provided for. The house fixed the number at four the senate at two. The ships are each to cost $3,750.000, exclusive of armament.

Mr. Chandler's amendment providing for 20 torpedo boats, at a cost of

$4,000,-

000, failed—23 to 39. The committee amendments for 13 torpedo boats was then agreed to.

Niagara Falls in New York City. NEW YORK,

May

4.—The

sullen roar

of the great falls of Niagara was heard in this city last night, when the electric current which is to connect the thunder of the falling water with the electrical show at the Grand Central palace was turned on for the first time for a test. The test was made by the managers of the show and was pronounced a success. The sound of the water could be plainly heard. At the same time the power was put on and jvery bit of machinery of the electrical Bhow was put in motion for a few minutes.

To Save Herself She Leaped to Death. HUNTINGTON,

W. Va., May

4.—Mary,

the wife of William Shore, leaped from the bridge into the Elkhorn river, almost 50 feet below, yesterday, to escape death from a passing engine. She was rescued from the river, bat will die from her injuries.

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FIGHT ABOUT WOMEN

Difficult Problem For the M. E. Conference to Solve.

SHALL WOMEN BE DELEGATES?

A Special Committee Will Report iu Thoir Favor, but the Conference Will Have to Decide the Questiou—It Is Believed

That the Women Will Win in the Final Struggle. CLEVELAND,

May 4.—Aside from the

Episcopal address, which was read by Bishop Warren of Denver, there was nothing of especial interest in the second day's proceedings of the M. E. conference. The four women delegates who are likely to prove a bone of contention continued to occupy their seats and vote the same as the male delegates.

At the meeting of the committee on eligibility Saturday night, it is learned on reliable authority, a vote was taken, which resulted 20 to 11 in favor of permitting the women delegates to retain their seats in the conference. A minority report will be submitted. Upon these reports the fight of the conference is to be made, and it is not likely that much other business will be transacted until that question is disposed of.

The consensus of opinion among the delegates is that the majority report will be adopted. If it is the conference will say, it is asserted, that the constitution ought to be changed and a precedent will be established which will result in giving seats to women in all future conferences. While it is admitted that the women will win a victory considerable apprehension is felt regarding the probable action of the German delegates in the event of such action. It is well known that the Germans are almost solidly opposed to giving women seats and a voice in the conference proceedings, their opposition being based on the declaration of St. Paul against women's participation in the affairs of the church, and some doubt is expressed as to whether they will submit to the action of the conference without a protest.

It can be stated on excellent authority that the report of the committee on prohibition will declare in favor of combining to fight the liquor traffic in any way upon which all friends of temperance can agree, regardless of creed or politics. The report will also endorse the work of the American Anti-saloon league.

There was but one session of the conference yestefrday. That was held in the afternoon at the armory. Bishop Fowler of Minneapolis presided, read the Scripture and preached the sermon, prayer being offered by Rev. Dr. F. S. Upham of Drew theological seminary. Bishop Fowler'8 sermon was a powerful arraignment of the higher critics of the Bible, the speaker showing by Biblical and scientific arguments that the mass of the criticisms passed upon the Scriptures were without foundation. The address was listened to with marked attention by a large audience. A large number of the ministerial delegates to the conference supplied pulpits in Cleveland and surrounding towns in the morning and evening.

PEACE IN NICARAGUA.

Rebellion Reported to Have Ended in Zelaya's Triumph. WASHINGTON,

May 4.—According to

a private cablegram from Managua, Nicaragua, received here, the rebellion which has raged in that country for the past four months has been brought to an end by the surrender of the rebel forces, whose headquarters were at Leon.

There are hints that further trouble may ensue, however, unless considerable concessions are made by President Zelaya to the Conservative Interests. During the rebellion, which was caused by the demands of a large element in the Liberal party, now in power, upon President Zelaya, which he refused to concede, the Conservatives stood by the president, making certain conditions as the price for their support.

Shot His Wife.

IBONTON,

O., May 4.—James Beals, a

young stove moulder, shot and probably fatally wounded his wife yesterday. The couple had been out walking and immediately upon their return home Beals drew a revolver and fired four shots at his wife, three of them taking effect, one in the back and two in the head. The deed was actuated by jealousy. Although the shooting occurred in the heart of the city and the streets were crowded, Beals made his escape and has not yet been captured.

Gospel For Mutes.

FORT WAYNE,

May 4.—At Saturday's

session of the Lutheran Synod the committee on deaf and dumb missions recommended that a board be created to arrange to preach the gospel to afflicted adults. There are 40,000 deaf and dumb persons in the United States. St. Louis has 300. Chicago 100, Milwaukee 245. Of every 2,000 inhabitants in the United States one is a deaf mute. The last subject up for discussion was the question of publishing an English theological quarterly.

Rig Fire in San Francisco.

SAN FRANCISCO,

May

4.—Spontaneous

combustion in the paint factory of

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Traveling Mau Kills Himself. BUFFALO,

4.—George

H. Os­

borne of Wellsville. N. Y., and Bloomdale, O., shot and killed himself at the Hotel Broeael yesterday. Osborne was A traveling man for the firm of Very & Osborne of Wellsville and was also an operator in gas and, oil lands iu the vicinity of Bloomdale. He is supposed to have committed suicide while in a state of inwuiitv bv businesa.tron^0"

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