The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-06-18

Marcum, were not concluded when court adjourned late tonight, and the case will not get to the jury until tomorrow at noon. It Is impossible to describe the anxiety here as to how long the jury will continue it's deliberations, and as to its findings. The preponderance of opin- ion still seems to be that the death pen- atty at least will not be given, and that the jury is likely to hang between life Imprisonment and acquittal
 Like a Circus Day.
 There was more expression of opin- ion today than on previous days, as the people were attracted much more by the eloquence of the attorneys than by the statements of witnesses. It was like a circus day. One of the curiosities for all to see was the dark spot on the court house fIoor where the stain of Marcum's blood is still visible. Curiosity was also taken in grazing at Mrs. Marcum, Mrs. Cox and the widows of many other vic- tins of the feud, who were present to hear the final pleadings. It was stated by residents who are well acquainted with
  score of widows present today of feud victims, and that they represented only a small part of the bereavement of the county from such causes. One of the first things on the programme was the giving of the lie in court while Judge French was making the opening argument for the defense. The two lawyers were prevented from getting to blows by officers of the court rushing between them. No one was allowed in the court room with weapons
 Touching Scenes.
 After Judge Redwine threatened to send one of the attorneys to jail for contempt and reprimanded another for using unbe- coming language, the proceedings contin- ued during the day without any disturb ance while Attorneys o'Neal and Golden for the defense and Hurst and Marcum for the prosecution made their arguments. The argument of Thomas Marcum a brother of the victim, surrounded by the widow and the orphans of his brother and by the widows and orphans of other vic- tins of the feud, was delivered under the most impressive circumstances. Tears were frequent and the most touching scenes were of common occurrence during the day.
 While the defense had the opening argu- ment the case will be closed tomorrow by Commonwealth's Attorney Byrd His ar- gument is awaited with unusual interest
 Jett Is Unmoved.
 During the arguments today, Jett was apparently unmoved. White seemed more deeply concerned about what was said than Jett and was apparently more af- fected by the surroundings.
 The principal witness, B. J. Ewen, to- day escaped with most of his family to Lexington. ninety-three miles from Jack son. He is now considered out of the reck- oning. but there are other witnesses for the prosecution who are also considered in danger.
 Major Emhry Allen, who is now In com mand of the troops here, today earnestly advised Mrs. B. J. Ewen to leave Jackson. She has taken an active part in accumu- lating evidence against the men who burned her husbands hotel and who are directly connected with the powerful fac- ton in Breathitt county. Major Allen ex- pressed the belief that her life was in dan ger. Mrs. Ewen's bravery and courage have frequently been shown and 1t was but the expected when she replied: q will stay here until our interests are properly protected and our contracts fulfilled. If they want to kill me, they will find me here for at least a month";
 Women Are Safe.
 No woman has yet been ordered killed by the feudists in Breathitt county If such an order is issued in this instance 1t is the unanimous opinion that there will be an uprising against the men who would at once be suspected and that it would demand many lives for the killing or the jeopardy of any woman.
 hung jury is expected because of the alleged attitude of two of the members As the case draws to a close alarm among citizens because of the probability of the troops being withdrawn is mani fest The assassination of every person who has become opposed or antaRonistic to the ring is feared. Arson may substi- tute assassination where the latter is for any reason not expediept.
 Newspaper Men In Danger.
 Even newspaper correspondents are be- lieved to be in danger, and some predict that some of them will never leave Breathitt county alive. One of them to- night received an anonymous letter signed "A Feminine Admirer." in which he was told his assassination had been ordered and warning him to go out of the town before tomorrow night. Every one feels that verdict or failure to return verdict is going to precipitate crisis. and there is apprehension that bloodshed is coming.