The Washington times., 1911-08-24

the prisoner was placed in the custody
of Jailer Cogbill to be placed in the
Chesterfield jail for the night.
The lawyers for the defense did nearly
everything possible to have the wish
of their client gratified, but Judge Wat
son said that the proper place for Be-
attie's confinement was Chesterfield
jail, and that In that Jail Beattie must
could be shown why he should re-
turn to the city.
Mr.. Smith argued that Beattie needs
the fresh air. which he would get If
he made daily trips in an automobile
between Henrico Jail and Chesterfield
court house, and that II he is denied
the fresh air and slight recreation the
accused may not be able to Withstand
the rigors Of the trial This was the
first intimation that had been made by
may break down. and 1t confirmed the
impression which has been gaining
ground among those who have watched
the prisoner closely.
Prisoner Under Severe Strain.
tude of indifference with a great eff
determination to control himself to the
end or die in the attempt. That the
man has an indomitable will is beyond
question, but whether he has the phys
ical strength to withstand the hard
tests to which he is being put, is prob
lematlcal. II was IN an effort to aid
the prisoner to maintain his composure
and preserve his strength that Attorney
Smith pleaded with Judge Watson to
allow the prisoner to return to Henfico.
1t was just after the adjournment of
court that Judge Watson decided Beat
tie must remain at Chesterfield jail, and
the prisoner listened 10 all that was
said by the court and attorneys. When
Judge Watson announced his decision,
an expression of disappointment flick
cred over Beattie's face, and then he
smiled
Have you any statement you wish to
maker asked reporter Of Beattie.
No" replied the prisoner, so many
statements that have never made have
been attributed to me that I think IL
best to keep still"
Beattie was laughing when he said
this
What kind Of room do you expect
porter to Beattie.
"Oh, l guess it will be all right.
They've put phonograph and electric
fan In there"
Haven't got a guitar in there, have
mo" replied Beattie. they woa't let
me have my guitar At this moment
Judge Watson left the bench and walked
to where Beattic was standing in the
lawyers box. Judge Watson instructed
Jailer Cogbill 10 allow Beattie to exer-
else every morning and evening.
Beattie laughed and said:
What on, judge-a bicycle?"
Judge Watson plainly did not fancy
ltr, b,,t htc fnnVifa
tesy he smiled and turned away. Beat
tie then left the court house in the Gus
tody of Jailer Cogbill and Joined Mr..
Reattie, ST., and Douglas Beattie on the
lawn, walking with them to the Jail.
Photographers followed and took snap
Beattie Glares At Cousin.
Beattie saw his cousin Paul yesterday
for the first time since the coroner's in
quest, when Paul gave damaging testi-
mony against his cousin. Beattie was
leaving Henrico jail in the custody Of
Detective Luther L. Scherer when the
prisoner saw his cousin standing in the
doorway of the jail office. Henry
looked at Paul. and then turned away.
Paul glared at Henry with sort Of
malice in his eye. No words were ex-
Just before Henry left the Jail he
turned suddenly. to Mr.. Scherer and
asked, Cant have my razor?'
Why. certainly" replied Mr.. scherer.
''I'll get 1t for you"
Deputy sherif Webb sydnor found
the razor in a desk in the jail office
and gave it to Mr.. scherer, who put it
Scherer then made their way through
q large throng which had gathered to
witness the departure Of the prisoner,