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Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
THAT WILL BE THE DEFENSE OF
MRS. GEORGE, AT CANTON.
WHOLE SCANDAL TO COME OUT
JUDGE SAYS 1T Is ADMISSIBLE ON
An INSANITY PLEA.
Result Will BE to ProlonE the Case
Greatly-AH the Relations Be-
tween Mrs. George and Sax
ton to BE shown
State Rests.

CANTON, O.. April 1.-THE state con-
cluded its direct testimony against Mrs.
George at 3:25 o'clock this afternoon. and
the defense will now have its inning.
There was strong intimation to-day
that the lines of defense will be temporary
fnsanity-emotional insanity. This came
from the bench in n decision admitting tes-
timony bearing on the relations between
the accused and Saxton dating back as far
as the sos. The judge announced that these
relations were admissible if insanity is to
be the defense or if insanity IS to be in any
degree relied upon as part of the defense
They were further admissible. he said. on
the grounds of generalization or delibera-
tion and also because the state has shown
some of the relations between Saxton. Mrs.
George and Mrs. Althouse.
This decision also practically opens the
doors for all of what has heretofore been
regarded as doubtful testimony. The de-
fense is now permitted TO show all of the
relations existing between Saxton and Mrs.
George. and this will involve the litigation
IL which Sample c. George. the former
husband. is concerned.
1t is further inferred. that the ruling will
permit the state. In rebuttai. to go into
similar testimony regarding the former life
Of the accused. and the effect will be. as
now viewed. materially to lengthen the pro-
ceedings.
Mrs. Althouse did not appear to-day. as
1t was rumored she would, and SO the hoped
for sensation did not materialize.
Mrs. Mary Click residing next door to the
Althouse home testified to having seen
Mrs. George parading in front of the Alt
house home several nights and to an alter
cation there between Saxton and Mrs.
George.
A final effort was made to get before the
jury the threatening letter on which Mrs.
George was indicted in the United States
court for an improper use of the mails. To
this end Mayor-elect Robertson. who heard
the peace proceedings; Mrs. Finley and
Postofice Inspector A. P. Owen were called,
but it was to no avail. The state then
rested.
The defense asked for three of the state
witnesses for additional cross-examination
and two were thus examined and the third
will be as soon as he can be found. The
first of these was Attorney Werntz. who
face. excited manner and emotional demon
strations whenever the Saxton matter was
under consideration.
Charles p. Fraser was expected to say
that it was SO dark about the place that
when his hat fell Off he had to light a
match to find it, but he denied the story.
The remainder of the session was con-
sumed in reading dispositions for the de-
g oeeuP
to-day were of Abraham Goldberg and
Jacob f. Goldberg, of Detroit who form
erIy were tenants in the Saxton block.
They were in regard to the friendly rela-
tions between Mrs. George and Saxton and
TO the former going to South Dakota, where
she got a divorce from Sample C. George.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
ONE CENT A MEAL.

It costs about one cent for a meal of
Grape-Nuts. This food is pre-digested and
furnishes in a condensed form all the nu-
triment necessary for the human body. II
is ready for instant use. only requiring the
addition OF cream or milk to make a pal
atsble and nutritious delicacy
This novelty tsnow on sale by our gro
Geys.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
JESSE INDICTED FOR MURDER.
ArEaigned mt MnryvIlle Yesterday and
His Case Set for Trial Mt the
June Term.

MARYvILLB. MO-, April 17-(Special.)
c. G. Jesse. slayer of Frank Griffin, editor
Of ''Griff's Maryville Daily Review was
arraigned in circuit court this morning, the
grand jury having indicted him for murder
in the first degree. His case was continued
10 the June term of circuit court. 1t is be-
lieved that he will be tried then. 1t is felt
that public sentiment is favorable to him,
and that the sooner his case is disposed of
the better 1t will be for him.
Jesse's father-in-law. William Hoblitzell,
of Mound City, was in Maryville a few days
ago. He Is wealthy, and 1t Is understood
mas decided to aid his son-in-law in his
defense. Jesse's friends fear that the YER
dict of acquittal In the case of Mrs. Ida
Ewing. who also was charged with murder.
may prejudice his case in the public mind,
He appears very confident that ne will get
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
TRYING TO SAVE A MURDERER,
Joplin Epworth League Interests It
self in the Strange Case Of
James McAfec.

JOPLIN. MO-, April 17.-(Special.) Relief
for friendless man convicted of murder
is being sought by the Epworth League,
which asks the governor to commute the
death sentence of James McAfee to i'm
prisonment for life Last summer McAfee
conspired with another, man to hold up a
Joplin grocer. Eben Brewer. AIcAfee.s fel-
low conspirator weakened and reported to
the police. Rrewer was informed of the
plans to rob him, so he armed himself and
several policemen We're concealed in the
neighborhood. McAfee's demand for money
was answered by shot. Then followed
shooting from all directions. Brewer was
fatally shot and McAfee was wounded in
the leg. McAfee was convicted of murder
and sentenced to be hanged June l.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
TOPEKA is "DRY" AGAIN.
Mayor Drew Orders the Joints to
Close and They Obey
Promptly.

TOPEKA. April 17.-(Special-) Mayor C.
]. Drew, who took charge Of municipal af-
fairs here last week, to-day closed up the
joints as tight as a drum. There were about
100 running full blast. This morning the
police notified the jointists to close within
an hour or go to Jail. The jointists all
closed. They hope that Mayor Drew will
relent. as his predecessor did. and that in
a few weeks they will be permitted to open
up again. Mayor Drew, however, says that
he proposes to make q dry town Of Topeka
while he Is mayor.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

torneys for the accused failed to have the
girl present. and informed him that Miss
would be Impossible to produce the girl
before Wednesday afternoon at o'clock.
County Attorney McCreary and Sheriff
Simmering went to Lincoln this morning:
1t is said they went for the purpose of
getting out requisition papers.
The town Is much worked up over the de-
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
HOPKINS PEOPLE BITTER.

Are Said to BE Very Much Displeased
Over the Acquittal of Mrs.
Ewing.
MARYVILLE. MO-, April T.-(Special)
Agent Leman, who came down from Hop
kins this evening. says that there may be
trouble in that town as a result of the
verdict of acquittal in the case of Mrs.
Ida Ewing, who was charged with the
murder OF her sister-in-law, Mrs. Lizzie
Ewing Public sentiment in that place
has always been against Mrs Ewing. and
most of the people denounce the jury's YER
dict as an outrage. 1t is said feeling runs
very high. Mrs. Ewing has not returned
to her home, but is still in Maryville.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
Work WIN Begin Soon.

1t is expected that work on the big new
building Of the Rock Island Implement
Company will begin not later than July
and in june If possible. While the build
ing is being erected 1t will be necessary
for the business to be transferred to some
other building as the present building ia
to be torn down.. The company has not
yet decided where its temporary quarters
will be located.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
ExPoNENTs OF HOMEOPATHY.
Three Days Session Here This

The Missouri Institute of Homeopathy
will begin three days session this morn
ing in parlor S of the Midland. The room
was decorated yesterday and everything put
in readiness.
President Frank W. Flower. Of Carthage.
Mo-. Secretary w. D. Young, Of st. Louis.
and DR.. L. s. Brady, of st. Louis. arrived
yesterday.
1t will probably be necessary to hold night
sessions as there are sixty-ive reports. for
the most part scientific papers, in the elev-
en- bureaus into which the institute work
Is divided, besides other addresses, re-
sponses and business matters to consume
the time Of the session.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
Ardmore Dentist In Trouble.

ARDMORE. 1. T., April 17.-Dr. A. E
Walters, dentist, is in jail here on a
charge of assault. The victim is his own
niece. Is years of age. Extra guards were
placed around the Jail Tonight. Public
feeling is strong against Walters.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
Doggett
Dry Goods Go.
Specialties.
A word with you in
REFERENCE TO THE ABOVE.

We lay special stress on the word
SPECIALITY, because we have intro
duced in every department in the store
lines of goods specially made for us,
with special reference to your wants as
to quality and price particularly price
that very often abused word, as it
practically means nothing in merchan-
dizing today if quality is not fully consid-
e'cd.) Our motto is, "Price Is no critic
rion unless quality Is first considered" Al
ways bear in mind that the specialties
advertised in this store ere the best
qualities and at the lo,cest prices for re-
liable m,erchandise; for proof come in
and see.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
SHE is STILL MISSING.
Hastings Yesterday rs Had
Been Promised.

HASTINGS. NEB.. April 11.-Wlren Sher-
IN Simmering appeared at the courthouse
this morning with the expectation of serv-
ing the warrant on Miss Horlocker, the at
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
IS SMALLPOX DEATHS.
Situation In the Indian Village Near
Cushing, o. r., In Now linz

GUTHRIE, o. T., April 17.-(Special) }
The smallpox situation at the Indian viii
lage near Gushing is much improved; ac-
cording to reports received from there.
There have been thirty-five deaths and
hospitai % a. Thirty patients have % recovered m ,ti'
while forty-one of the village residents
have escaped the disease. On the allot-
naents in the township are ninety
Indians who have not had the scourge.
These are. kept away from the village. Ali
of the Indians have been vaccinated and if
any new cases develop 1t is believed they
will be of varioloid,
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Mr.. j. E. Ford, of Fort Scott, was a
business visitor in Kansas City yesterday.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
PATIENT WAS ossTREPERoUs.

Made ThinGs 'Interesting. Tor u Time
on tho Rock JslanS Train From
Denver.
Passengers on the Rock Island fast mail
from Denver. yesterday morning brought
the report OF a little diversion which af-
forded some amusement. A deputy sheriff
boarded. the train at a small town west
of Topeka with q man whom ne was TAX
ing to the Osawatomie asylum. The pa
tient got unruly. but was overpowered and
taken OF the train at Topeka. The pas
sengers were surprised to learn later that
they had been entertaining miniature FIJI
ipino insurrection with all the graphic
trimmings of a facile pen.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Cy Leland came down from Topeka last
night He will return to the Kansas cap
ital to-day.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Mr.. and Mrs. E. w. Scripps and @. H.
Scripps. of San Diego. Cal. are guests of
the Midland.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Newt Ury. Sof Fort Scott, was in the city
yesterday. He will leave this evening for
Joplin, NO.. ON short business trip.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

George P. Bellows. of Indicator. Ia. the
noted Shorthorn breeder. is a guest Of the
Midland.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

J. R. Harrison, postofflce inspector, ar.
rived in the city last night from his home
in Salina, ,Kas.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Judge LiS Crum, of the court Of vista
ton, came In from Topeka last night on
the Santa Fe fast mall
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
INSURANCE IN OKLAHOMA.
Made Money During the
Year 1SOS.

Year 1SOS.
GUTHRIE. o. T.. April 17.-(Special.)
Assistant Territorial Secretary J. ]. Huston
to-day completed the annual report of the
insurance department of the territory and
il has been sent to the printer. The re-
port shows the year 1893 to have been the
best for the insurance companies in the
history of the territory. The losses paid
amount of insurance written was much
greater than before. Several new COM
paniss were admitted; The following are
losses incurred, s24s37.SS; insurance writ
ten. $S,SS9. .o56.9S; premiums received. $780,
$50. 49,
underwriters of the two territories will be
held at Oklahoma City tomorrow.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Harry Titus, travelling live stock agent
of the Santa iFe, left last night for Am
aaIa arillo. Tex. pn a business trip for his
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

E. P. Greerj Southern Kansas politician
and editor of 1.-THE Winfield Courier. was in
the city yesterday en- route to st. Louis.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY
druggists refund the money If 1t fails to cure
25c The genuine has L. B. Q. on each tablet.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Mr.. c. F. Pohlman. of Ellsworth. Kas.
was registered at the Blossom house yes
terday.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
oak Sent. I'm the Union Depot.

The Union Depot Company put in a car
load of fine solid oak seats yesterday for
the accommodation of the travelling pub
lie. Three octogan seats are conveniently
placed in the arcade, on top Of which are
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Representative Amick, of St. Joseph.
went to Jefferson City last evening, after
spending Sunday and Monday In Kansas
City,
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Charles A. Millman, doorkeeper Of the
Missouri senate. left for Jefferson City last
evening. e. g}Ing afteT spending two days with his
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
Oklahoma Notes.

William Hughes has been appointed dep
uty clerk at Arapahoe by Judge c. l..
Irwin.
After having been killed six times during
the past winter. the peach crop appears to
be in excellent condition.
The Spiritualist IL the latest paper
Perkins by the Free United Brethren.
II the hot weather clings to it's purpose
to stay away. Oklahoma towns will blos-
som out as most attractive summer resorts.
Ninety per cent OF the 800 paying sub
scribers whom we have on our books have
not paid u.s." boasts the editor Of the
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Ex-senator prank Hazel, Of California.
Mo-. left for his home last night after
zIpssafnng spsenfding a few days here on a. political
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
REV. ]. E. PLATT DEAD.
Was for Thirty Years n College Pro.
fessOr and Sunday School
Worker In kansas.

GUTHRIE. o. T.. April 11.-(special.)
Rev. Mr.. ]. Z. Platt. Kansas pioneer.
and for the last six years superintendent
in charge of Sunday school work in Okla
homa, died here to-day at the age of 66.
He taught the first graded school In To-
of mathematics in the Kansas State Agri-
cultural college at Manhattan. From 1883
To 1893 he was Sunday school superintend-
ent of Kansas. On January he contracted
a cold. from which he never recovered.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
TRY ALIENS FOOT-EASE,

powder to be shaken into the shoes. At this ssa-
tired easily For smartin2 feet tiEht shoes try Al.
lens Foot-Ease. II eools the feet and makss Waik-
ing easy. swollen and sweating feet blisterp
and calioua spots. Relieves and bunlons Of all
pain and gives rest and comfort Try IL to-day Sold
FREE. Address. Allen 8. oimstsd, LeRoy, N. q
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

S. E. Cole, a leading merchant and stock
man of Harper. Kas.. is at the Midland.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
ABOUT SOME PEOPLE.

]. N. Burton, of Abilene. is registered at
the New Albany.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

rector Of st, fMark's, arrived in Kansas
City Sunday. They will be located on Wa
bash avenue
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
GUILT BELIEVERS NOW WAIVER
DIR. CARL LOUIS FERNS STARTLING
DECLARATION THE CAUSE.
Grace Collins Expresses Her GratiA-
cation in n Characteristic Man.
ner-Is Glad That the MUIR
derer's Hook IL Not ON
Her Brothers Hand.

amlnatlOu OF JOnn COillnS pdlIl ny LIZ.
Perrin is the subject of a great deal OF
comment here among friends of the young
convict and students of palmistry.
There are many students of palmistry in
this city and none of them ever saw an
imprint of the young mans palm until
they saw the cut this morning. The abb
sence of the murderers hook in Collins
palm is cited as evidence of a miscarriage
of justice in Collins case. The examination
of the young convictS palm has done more
to excite widespread comment than any
thing that has occurred since his arrest.
His friends who believed him innocent are
more strongly convinced that they are right
and those who believed him guilty and have
some knowledge Of palmistry have COM
menced to waver.
Attorney Harry Valentine. who assisted
in defending John Collins. said: while
have never believed that Collins was guilty,
! /. am more strongly convinced fan than eyer ,il
hand shows that there is no murderer
hook. as has been explained by DR.. Perrin
This hook is said to be plainly visible in
II am glad to see that somebody believes
John is innocent" said Grace Collins, the
sister of the young convict, after reading
the story, of the examination by Dr.; Perrin
Il have known all the time. that the peo-
pie would find out sooner or later that they
We're mistaken in thinking John guilty, and
their eyes. I am so glad that the doctor
did not find the murderer's hook in Johns
hand l knew that it was not there, but
his statement that John could not have
committed the murder may lead to the dis,
covery of the real perpetrator of the awful
crime. hope so. at least"
of the Collins family, and who have never
believed John guilty Of the crime for which
he was convicted, were also very much
gratifed to learn that DR.. Perrin had de.
clared that John Is innocent.
Local papers copied the reading Of Col.
Inns hand by DR.. Perrin.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

the board OF county commissioners O
Bourbon county, was in the city last nigh
! from Fort Scottl
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

DR.. Carl Louis Perin's mail last evening
brought many letters bearing Kansas post
marks. The writer's were almost a unit in
declaring that his assertion that John H.
ly interested them and that they were de-
sirous of learning the truths Of palmistry.
Many applauded the doctor for the mas
terly manner in which he had analysed the
character of the young man and others
congratulated him for the courage he had
shown in stalking his reputation as a PALM
ist and scientist on the truthfulness Of his
assertion that John Collins is not mur-
dprer
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18
All Lawrence IL Interested.

LAWRENCE. KAS., April 17.-(Special)
The assertion of DR.. Carl Louis Perrin that
John II. Collins is innocent OF the crime
of murder caused a decided sensation in
university and business circles here to-day.
The community has always been divided
laration of innocence, coming from such an
authoritative source. has caused the case to
be re-opened. Exciting discussions have
been in order all day. John Collins Is well
known here and his friends are aggressive
" insisting that terrible mistake has been
made.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

William E. Lewis, nhember of the old
city. Is visiting his sister. Mrs. e. ]. Pratt.
of this city. Mr.. Lewist is IS years old
and an s;h hale man wh has not passed
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Mr.. and Mrs. w. B. Fouts. formerly of
Kansas City and now rlesidinE in Chicago.
over the Chicago & Anton. after two
days visit here.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Jedd Durkee, ipresident of the Durke'
Coal Company, Sleft for Weir City. Mo.
last night after \attending to some bust
ness affairs in thde city.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

State on Inspector s. Q. Spencer. o
Fort Scott. was int the city yesterday OF
official business. Mr.. Spencer was th'
guest of the Savoy during his stay.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

Mr.. F. w. Oliver. d prominent Repub-
lican and lnmberman Of Wichita, kas,
left for his home yesterday. after attend
ing to some business afnairs and visiting
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

John selstrom. af1er an extended vIsi
in Kansas City, lefH last night over th
Santa Fa for Nickersion: kas. From Their
he will 60 to his homie In Guthrie, U. 7.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18

D. P. Moran, prominent Kansas rail
road man. who was atS one time candidate
Stanley, Stanley, is in the city from his home in
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-04-18


the city yesterday en- route to St. Louis.
Harry Titus, travelling live stock agent
of the Santa lFe, left last night for Am
arillo, Tex, fn a business trip for his
road.
Representative Amick, of st. Joseph.
went to JEFFERSON City last evening, after
spending Sunday and Monday in Kansas
City.
Charles A. Millman, doorkeeper Of the
Missouri senate. left for Jefferson City last
family.
Ex-senator Prank Hazel, Of California,
Mo-, left for his home last night after
spending a few days here on a political
mission.
The family @f DR.: John Gray. the new
rector OF St MARKS, arrived In Kansas
City Sunday. They will be located on Wa
m Major Georg W. Combs ,nI,ssdasns president Of Of
Bourbon county, was in the city last night
from Fort scotti
Jedd Durkee, ipresident OF the Durkee
Coal Company, Sleft for Weir City, Mo-,
last night after \attending to some busi-
ness affairs in thd city.
State Oil Inspector s. 9. Spencer. Of
Fort Scott. was ini the city yesterday on
official business. Mr.: Spencer - was the
guest of the Savoy during his stay.
John se,strom. af1er an extended vIsi,
in Kansas City, .lefH last night over the
he will 60 to his homie In Guthrie, o. T.
D. P. Moran. pr$minen. Kansas rail.
road man. who was atS one time candidate
Stanley, Ia in the City from his home In
Wichita.
Mr.. F. w. Oliver. al prominent Repub-
lican and lumberman l of Wichita, kaa,
left for his home yesterday. after attend
ing to some business AFFAIRS and visiting
with relatives.
Mr. and Mrs. w. B, AFouts, formerly OF
Kansas City and now rilesiding in Chicago,
returned to their home Nesterday afternoon
over the Chicago & Anton, after two
days visit here.
William e. Lewis, mpember Of the old
volunteer fire department. OF New York
city, Is visiting his sister. Mrs. e. ]. Pratt.
of this city. Mr.. Lewisk Is IS years old
and as hale as man whip has not passed
his Goth milestone.