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uuu geutucu muiiuiuui^.John M. Keever testified that he took up the original note of $1,000 and gave a mortgage on his farm, that the note had been lost or stolen, and he did not know where it was.Albert Jost and AV m. E. McLean, of the Monticello bank, testilied to Young’s presenting the note at the bank.The defendant did not take the stand in his own defense. It was claimed for him that the note was sent to Pearson in a letter and that it returned with the signature of Will Pearson attached. A large number of witnesses from White and Carroll counties were introduced to testify as to the good character and reputation of the defendant, and to broak down the testimony of Spencer as to Yonng’s gambling and drinking.Bushnell Guthrie represented the state and A. W. Reynolds and W. S. Hartman appeared for the defense. After elaborate argument by the counsel, the ease was given to the jury Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The twelve men wrestled with the case until Tuesday morning at 10 o’clock, when they came into court and stated that it was impossible for them to agree upon a verdict. The jury was accordingly dismissed.On the final ballot the jury stood nine for acquittal and three for conviction. It appears to be the general impression that the prosecution will not be pressed any further.
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Delphi Journal
Delphi, Indiana, US
Thu, Mar 10, 1887
Page 8
Full Page
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