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The Washington times., 1903-05-29
THE ARDSLEY MURDER
REMAINS A MYSTERY
SeWaIl's Vindication Leaves
Police in the Dark.
PlNKERT0N MEN ENGAGED
Original Theory That Hefferman Was
Killed by Highwayman Is
Gaining Ground.
PINKERToN MEN ENGAGED

NEW YORK. May 2e.-The murder of
John Heferman at Ardsley-on- Hud
son last Sunday night bids fair to re-
main unsolved.
Coroner RusselTs verdict that the shot
was fred by. "a person or persons un-
known has caused the police to go Back
to their original theory that the crime
was the work OF a highwayman. They
admit. however, that they have no clues
to work on, and have little hope of fix
ing the crime on anyone.
Sewan's Friends Jubilant.
Friends of Rufus L. Sewall, of Boston,
who is to marry Juanita Hewitt, daugh-
ter OF Robert Hewitt, of Ardsley, next
Wednesday, and who was indirectly ac-
cused of the crime, are naturally jubi-
liant over the complete alibi that young
man established before the coroner.
Mr.. Sewall went to Boston this morn
ing, and will return to Ardsley next
Monday to sign his testimony given at
the inquest. He said before departing
that he was unable to understand why
his name had been connected with the
crime.
The names of two other men were con-
nected with the crime in the testi-
mony given at the inquest, but in so
vague and indirect a manner as not to
be considered at all. They were Edward
S. Jaffray. real estate broker and MEM
Der CT the exclusive set. in New York.
and the coaehman of Robert Hewitt
In his verdict. Coroner Frank T. Rus
sell, says: II find no evidence to sup
port the accusations against Rufus Sc
wall
The evidence against Mr.. Jaffray was
so vague, so Incomplete and so lacking
in all eorroboration that no notice was
taken of it by the coroner. The evidence
against 1.-The coachman," whose name
was not spoken. was also of such a
fiimsy character that it Is likely moth
ing will ever come of it.
Hefferman Was Delirious.
The testimony of Dr. George F.
Shrady established the fact that in the
half hour following the shooting Hef-
ferman was in state bordering on de-
lirium. as a result Of the shock he had
received. and that he did not know what
he was doing or saying. He kept trying
to sit up and when he was being carried
in a wagon to the hospital he made
several efforts to get out and walk, al
though he WAS $50 badly wounded that
he died three hours later. ,.aer rsr
The testimony of the other witnesses
clearly showed that while Hefferman
mentioned the three persons as having
shot him, he did so in delirious way.
Mrs Campbell, who was with Heffer-
man when he was shot, swore positive
~ that neither Mr.. SewaIl nor Mr.. Jaf-
fray, both of whom were in court, fred
the fatal shot
The Ardsley Club has engaged Pinker-
ton detectives. who are today investi-
eating the murder
The Washington times., 1903-05-29
Assigned as Surgeon.

DR.. Alexander Murray. with his wife
and children. started last Saturday for
San Francisco. from which place they
VIII sail for the Philippines. where DR..
Murray has been assigned to duty as
surgeon in the United States army
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

Cynthia A. Mann. student in Roam
oke college, and John c. Beane, employ
ed in railroad Office In Roanoke, were
married yesterday afternoon at Hagers-
town in the parlors of the Baldwin Ho-
tel by the Rev J. N. Tombaugh, in the
hotel - -
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

Ten thousand people Witnessed the
parade of Cumberland Aerie, Fraternal
order OF Eagles. yesterday morning The
grounds seemed almost too small TO hold
the great outpouring of the people.
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mitted suicide at his home, at Pleasant
Walk. near Myersville, Frederick county.
yesterday morning, by shooting himself
with a revolver.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

Confederate Memorial Day was OBJ
served at Suffolk yesterday by parade
Of veterans and volunteer militia. head.
cd by band. and by prayers in the two
cemeteries. The Suffolk Grays free
volleys over a deceased comrade il
Cedar Hill
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

William Roney was before the United
States district court on charge of hav-
ing in his possession a piece of spurious
money. 1t was a representation of a
$40 gold piece, and was so adroitly
made that it would deceive anybody but
an expert. The evidence all tended to
show that Roney himself had been i'm
posed on, and the district attorney en-
tered a nolle prosequi.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29
VIRGINIA NOTES.
RICHMOND.

Park Agnew. chairman of the Repub-
lican State committee of Virginia, has
called a meeting of both the State COM
Iittee and the executive committee OF
the State, to be held in Murphy's Hotel,
Richmond, June Il. The principal pur-
rose of the meeting is to have the State
committee consider which is the legal
city organization OF the Republican
party OF Richmond.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

George Riley, who was convicted OF
manslaughter at Snow HILL has been SEN
fenced to seven years in the penitentiary.
Riley killed John Fassett in Berlin, Wor-
cester county. January last with shot
gun.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

served at Suffolk yesterday by parade
Of veterans and volunteer militia, head
cd by band. and by prayers in the two
cemeteries. The Suffolk Grays fired
volleys over q deceased comrade in
Cedar Hill.
Z. w. Bray. president of the Marine
Engineers Association. at Norfolk,
which is to demand an increase Of wages
of from $50 to 200 Per cent. says his
organization Will reject the proposition
made by the companies affected to sub
nit the proposed wage scale to board
OF arbitration.
Joseph Foster. a negro. who is serving
six months in Jail at Newport News for
being mot of good fame has admitted
that he is an escaped convict. He says
that he was given six years at Clifton
Forge in 1899. and tat he made his
escape after serving four years. 80
A big reception under the auspices of
the Naval Young Mems Christian Asso
citation of Norfolk was given the officers
and crew of the German cruiser Gazelle
at the Academy OF Music last night
About 200 Germans and like number
of American sailors and officers at this
naval station were in attendance.
In the case of the State against former
Policeman G. NJ. Walk, charged with the
murder of officer Houston Childress. at
Bristol. the grand Jury has returned an
Indictment for murder Ia sthe first de
gree.
William Ramsay. a North Carolina
negro. who had his arm cut off at the
Richmond Locomotive Works, recovered
$2,917.50 damages.
Governor Montague left Richmond yes
terday afternoon for Harrisonburg,
where he delivers a commencement ad-
dress today.
In the circuit court at Bristol William
Heath. an employe of Dixie Tannery, was
awarded 5000 damages for injuries sus-
tanned while at his work.
The stockholders of the new Staunton
National Bank met yesterday and organ
lied. e1ecting fifteen prominent capital
lists directors. B. Estes Vaughan was
elected president, william T. McCue
vice president, and c. O. Child. cashier
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

The stockholders of the new Staunton
National Bank met yesterday and organ
lied. electing fifteen prominent capital
lists directors. B. Estes Vaughan was
elected president, william T. McCue
vice president, and C. o. Child. cashier
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

In the circuit court at Bristol William
Heath. an employe of Dixie Tannery, was
awarded 5000 damages for injuries sus-
tanned while at his work.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

Closing exercises of the Maryland
Agricultural and Industrial School for
Colored Youths, in Howard county, near
Laurel. were held Wednesday afternoon.
Many ministers and educators of the
race were present. representing Mary
land. New York. and Pennsylvania. Es-
says on practical subjects were read by
a number of the students.
H. Melvin Spessard was found guilty
by jury at Hagerstown of forging the
name of his sister, Florence Spessard.
TO a check. and sentenced to three years
in the penitentiary.
George Parks. of Hooper's Island, Dor
chester county, committed suicide by
shooting himself in the stomach with a
pistol. He survived an hour and gave
as reason for the act that he was
tired of living.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

Governor Montague left Richmond yes
terday afternoon for Harrisonburg
where he delivers commencement ad-
dress today.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29
How to Win.

Count carefully. Lose no
time in getting your count
10 TIE Washington Times
office. The first correct or
nearest correct guess re-
ceived at The Times office
wins.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

William Ramsay. a North Carolina
negro, who had his arm cut off at the
Richmond Locomotive Works, recovered
S2,91750 damages.
The Washington times., 1903-05-29

In the case Of the State against former
Policeman G. NJ. Walk. charged with the
murder of officer Houston Childress. at
Bristol. the grand jury has returned an
Indictment for murder Ia sthe first de
gree
The colored American., 1903-11-21

manager of the Metropole Club, the
most aristocratic club for gentlemen
of the race in the United States He
also owns and operates a number of
first-class billiard parlors and does con-
siderable real estate business as a pas
time.
Mr.. Douglas is happily married, his
wife, formerly a Miss Henderson, of
Cleveland, Ohio, and a number of
bright children have blessed the union.
He is an ideal husband and father
and seems never so happy as when
Mrs. Douglas is sharing a drive with
him, or on some trip to Gotham or to
the West. Mr.. Douglas is still a young
man, an owner of valuable real estate
and has a great future before him.
The colored American., 1903-11-21
DIED IN COLORADO.

Mr.. John Scott fell dead last Tues
day, November 2, 1903, at Silverton,
Colo. presumably of heart disease. He
was a native of Washington, d. c., and
is said to have children there. He
was a veteran of the Civil War and
served in the Tenth Cavalry; had put
in his application for pension and boun-
tv. which would be quite a sum of
money, as his papers are said to be
all right. Any person reading this
article and having any knowledge OF
Mr. Scott can call on or address the
editor of this paper. TT
The colored American., 1903-11-21
II you have a spare room that YOU
would like to rent to desirable parties,
advertise them in THF AMERICAN.
DRESS MAKING ACADEMY.

Inc de Lam Orton Famous French
perfection Tailor System, Nine. ]. A.
SmallWood, sole agent, 1913 Madison
street, northwest
Morning class from a. m. to D. m.
Afternoon class 2 to %. m. dailv
evenings from 1880 to 10 o'clock.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
dressmakers and ladies who wish te
do their own dress making.
WANTED--To learn the wonderful
De Lam Orton French Perfection
IalIor system. Seamless Basuues
without one inch of visible seam. in
lnlng or goods, not eeven on the
shoulder. Successful dressmaking re-
qulres as much earnest progressive
study as successful work in any pro-
iesslon. NO detail is too small to be
looked after. We teach you to make
dresses with Or without seam and
guarantee perfect fits, and complete
your course with diploma
The colored American., 1903-11-21
AN ENTERPRISING BUSINESS MAN

washington can boast of one enter
prlsIng and successful young business
man in the person of Mr.. Robert t.
Douglas, the president and manager
Of the Douglas Baggage and furniture
Express. Mr.. Douglas is a South Caro-
Hn1an by birth, but has spent the great
er part or his life in this city, being
a product of our public schools and of
the city. In different parts of the city
the Douglas Express and Furniture
moving cars can be seen at all hours.
While he has large number of teams,
they are all kept busy. In addition
to this, Mr.. Douglas is the owner and
The colored American., 1903-11-21
SEABOARD TOURIST TICKETS
SOUTH.

The Seaboard Air Line Ry. is the
quickest and surest route to all Florida
and Southern Winter Resorts. For de-
scriptive booklet, excursion rates and
general information, address w. E.
Conklyn, Gen1 Agt, 1411 Chestnut ST.,
Philadelphia, Pa. noV3O
The colored American., 1903-11-21

The Austin (TeX.) WGtchn,dn must
take a grain of salt when the items it
sees in our local boiler-plate contem-
porary- For sap-headedness and un-
reliability the aforementioned patent
back is without an equal in the entire
press fraternity.
The colored American., 1903-11-21
PLEASE HELP ME FIND MY
BROTHER.

Saunk Joyce was sold in Mecklen.
burg, Va, several years before the Civil
War, to Cunnigan, a Negro trader. His
mother, Willie, Was a slave on the
Joyce plantation. He had one sister,
Betty, who is anxious to find him. Any
information will be gladly received.
Mrs. BETTY REYNOLDS,
A Parker Street, Atlanta, Ga.
The colored American., 1903-11-21
AN ADVERTISING SOLICITOR
WANTED.

Wanted-An active man, who under
stands soliciting advertising, to take
a position on The Colored American.
1t is a good paying, permanent posi-
tion for the right kind of man. Apply
at this office. If
The colored American., 1903-11-21
HOME FOR SALE.

Nice home, ne location; 7-room
frame; concrete cellar. All modern
$4,000. Open for in
spectlon and information as to terms.
1927 Twelfth st. n. e. noy1421-2S
The colored American., 1903-11-21

The Best Prescriptions for MdldriG,
A0ue and FeUer is a bottle of GROVE 5
Iron and Quinine in a tasteless form.
No cure, no pay. Price so cents. If
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mrs. A. E. Clay, of Quinimont. w.
Va, is in the city, stopping at 2O6 c
street southwest. She was formerly
MISS Annette Perkins, and was for
quite a while the general stenogra-
pher of the Freeman at Indianapolis,
Ind
The colored American., 1903-11-21

The senior class of the Medical Col
Iege OF Howard University, at a reg
ular meeting, elected for the ensu-
ing year the following officers: S. S.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr.. Wallace Sudler, of COG Ackers
street northeast, has returned to the
city after campaigning several coun-
ties In Maryland, especially in Cam
bridge, Dorchester county, where he
made a great fight for the success of
the Republican ticket.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr.. H. Y. Arnett, formerly the COM
parer in the Office of the Recorder of
Deeds in this city, is now located in
W1Iberforce, Ohio, and is the financial
agent of Wilberforce University. His
charming wife, who has many frie
In this city, is the matron.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Richard Henderson, of the Treasury
Department, has been visiting his old
home in Cleveland, Ohio. While there
attention. Among the many social
functions extended to him was a recep-
tion by Mr.. George A. Myers at his pa
latial residence, 63 Woodland avenue,
and smoker by Mr.. William r. Green,
at which entertainment representative
men of the race were present in honor
of their guest.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mrs. Walter Y. Clark, who has been
spending few months in Kincargine.
ontario, Canada, is visiting her old
nome IN Detroit, Mich. She will re-
turn to Washington later on in the
season.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Bishop w. B. Arnett, chairman of
the financial board of the A. M, E.
Church, spent a few days in the city
last week.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr.. Robert Warner, of the Metropol-
itan Club, is introducing a number of
new features for the entertainment of
the guests of that popular organization
Mr.. Warner is a fine mixer.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr.. William A. Robertson, U. S. In
spector, Q. NJ. Department, Jefferson
Vile, Ind, is visiting in this city. He
reports general prosperity in the West
and great progress for the race.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mrs. Armie d. Green and baby, of
Twelfth street northwest, is on a visit
IN Springfield, Ohio, the guest Of Mr.
Green's parents. She is greatly bene-
fitted by the trip.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr.. P.Slaughter has returned from
MS nome IN Louisville, KY, where he
went to take part in the recent cam
paign and to vote.
The colored American., 1903-11-21
Holmes Hotel

333 Va. Ave-, S. W., Washington, D. G
Best Africo-American Accommodation
in the District.
European and American Plan.
Bar Stocked with Fine Wines, Import
ed Brandies and
PURE OLD RYE WHISKEY.
Best ine Cigars, 10c
Good Room and Lodging, so, rs and s..
Comfortably Heated by Steam.
James OttaWay Holmes, Prop.
WASHINGTON, DC.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

thompson, president; S. G. Holmes,
V1ce-president; G. w. Thompson, see
retary; A. N. Lewis, treasurer; L.
G. P. Todd, sergeant at arms.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr.. and Mrs. Green, of $50 Spruce
street, have returned to the city from
Richmond, Va, and other points South,
where they had a very pleasant time
The colored American., 1903-11-21
City Paragraphs.

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Bishop w. B. Arnett, chairman of
the financial board of the A. M. E.
Church, spent few days in the city
last week.
Mr. and Mrs. Green, of $50 Spruce
street, have returned to the city from
Richmond, Va, and other points South,
where they had a very pleasant time.
The Palmetto Cafe and lunch room,
323 Railroad avenue, Jersey City, N.
j., owned and managed by Mr.. w. H
Burton, caters to the very best trade
and is doing an excellent business.
Hon. Walter L. Cohen, of the Gus
tom House, New Orleans, La, and one
of the leaders of the race in Louisiana,
will be in the city shortly.
THE COLORED AMERICAN can be pur-
chased at any news stand. If the deal
er doesn't keep it, have him get copy
for you. tt
A great deal of interesting matter
is crowded out of this issue of THE
COLORED AMERICAN. Don't fail to OBJ
tain copy of the next issue.
DR.. w. A. Warfield has returned to
the city from Nahsville, Tenn, where
he attended the annual convention of
colored physicians.
Mrs. Armie D. Green and baby. of
Twelfth street northwest, is on a visit
In Springfield, Ohio, the guest of Mr..
Green's parents. She is greatly bene-
fitted by the trip.
Mr. Robert Warner, of the Metropol-
itan Club, is introducing a number of
new features for the entertainment of
the guests of that popular organization.
Mr. Warner is a fine mixer
Mr.. William A. Robertson, U. S. In
spector, Q. NJ. Department, Jefferson
Vile, Ind, is Visiting in this city. He
reports general prosperity in the West
and great progress for the race.
Mrs. Walter Y. Clark, who has been
spending few months in Kincargine.
ontario, Canada, is visiting her old
nome in Detroit, Mich. She will re-
turn to Washington later on in the
season.
Mr.. Wallace SudIer, of COG Ackers
street northeast, has returned to the
city after campaigning several coun-
ties in Maryland, especially in Cam
bridge, Dorchester county, where he
made a great fight for the success of
the Republican ticket.
Mrs. A. E. Clay, of Quinimont. w.
Va, is in the city, stopping at 2O6 c.
street southwest. She was formerly
The colored American., 1903-11-21
WANTED.

Young man desires position as book
keeper. Excellent accountant; AL ref
erence. Address, Smith, Box rs,
Smithfield, N. c. nov.2473
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Dickerson, of 13,
Sixteenth street northwest. entertained
party of a half hundred friends at
home dance and musical. Monday
evening, November 10th. Refresh
ments, both liquid and solid, were
abunantly in evidence, and the evening
was a thoroughly enjoyable one.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

The Palmetto Cafe and lunch room
323 Railroad avenue, Jersey City, N
j., owned and managed by Mr.. w. H.
Burton, caters to the very best trade
and is doing an excellent business.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

DR.. w. A. Warfield has returned to
the city from NahsVille, Tenn, where
he attended the annual convention of
colored physicians.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

is crowded out of this issue of THE
CoLoRED AMERICAN. Don't fail to OBJ
tain copy of the next issue.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Hon. Walter L. Cohen, of the Gus
tom House, New Orleans, La, and one
Of the leaders of the race in Louisiana,
will be in the city shortly.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

DR.. E. w. hampton, the financial
secretary of the A. NJ E. Church, is
making a tour of Mississippi and other
Gulf States. He of1ciated lats week
at the obsequies of the late r. D. Pet
tijonn, and delivered a mastery fun
eral Grafton. He has been appointed
administrator of the estate, which
which amounts to nearly $4,000.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

chased at any news stand. If the deal
er doesn't keep it, have him get a copy
for you. tt
The colored American., 1903-11-21

The Buffaloes, under the direction
of their president, Mr.. J. M. Jackson,
contemplate adding a beneficiary fea-
ture, so that members may receive
sick benefits by paying certain dues.
The organization has proven to be a
most popular one, and will soon take
out charter More than one hundred
active members, representing the best
business and social life of Washing
ton, are enrolled.
The colored American., 1903-11-21

Fine Millinery Lowest Prices.
MADAM A. H. UNDERDOWN,
MILLINER.
Gloves cleaned. Feathers dyed, cleaned
and curled.
314 Elm st. n. W., WASHINGTON. D c.
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1903-05-12
MINT IN THEIR COFFEE.
0zistake of q Society Leader Taken
for the Real Thing by Ann
bilious Emu1atOrs.

That the advice, watch how others
do and then do likewise" is not always
good to social aspirants, was illus
trated the other evening at dinner
given by a young matron in honor OF
a guest of acknowledged social stand
ing, relates the Chicago Tribune.
When coffee was served, and with 1t
the indispensable chocolate minis, the
guest was seen to take one of the
sweets and toy with it gracefully over
her coffee cup. Instantly every wom-
an at the table did likewise. Evidently
some new wrinkle of fashion was about
to be exhibited. Every eye was on the
guest and on the mint drop. Determine
alton to follow the leader and give no
sign that they were not in the habit of
doing this new trick every day was
written on every face. The sudden
calm caused the guest to look up, and
as she did so she inadvertently dropped
her mint into the tiny cup. To her sur
/, prise a series of clinks ran around the
table as each of the rural ones followed
her mistake.
Approaching the situation, the guest
hastily gulped down her coffee to hide
her mirth.
Later in the evening she heard one
woman remark to another:
81 don't care if it is swell, don't like
mint in my coffee"
"Oh, DEAR" replied the other, loftily,
"it is really delicious. I never think Of
taking my demitasse without it,
The Bourbon news. [volume] (Paris, Ky.) 1895-19??, 1903-05-12
THE COUNTRY NEGRO.
Which Are Denied to His
City Brother.

The average city negro grows up
in the shade. He is completely over
Swallowed by his overtowering envi-
rOnment. AS one walks along the
streets of our great cities and views
the massive buildings and sky-seek-
ing structures, he finds no status for
the negro above the cellar floor. The
city negro of education and culture is
forced into mental employment be-
cause higher forms of occupation are
preempted by the more favored
class. There are dozen competitors
for every dollar in sight, and in the
great majority of cases, the negro is
handicapped by his color, says the
Southern Workman.
The country negro, on the con-
trary, is on terms of equality with
his environment. He is not con-
fronted by suggestions of inequality
at every turn. Nature is a mother
who is equally kind and beneficent
to all of her children. An acre of
ground will yield as much for the
black as for the white tiller. The
markets are colorblind. No one in
quires into the color of the producer
of the best produce in the market,
except as a matter of idle curiosity.
No labor organization has yet placed
boycott upon negro farm labor.
The farm offers for the negro the
only really unhampered field which
is open to him OH an unlimited scale.