The Irish News and Belfast Morning News - Saturday, April 6, 1895
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OSCAR WILDE’S LIBEL ACTION.
SENSATIONAL DEVELOPMENTS.
LORD QUEENSBERRY EXONERATED.
ARREST OF MR.
WILDE
LONDON, FRIDAY.
The hearing of the action brought by Mr. Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed to-day at
the Central Criminal Court.
London, Friday.The hearing of the action brought by Mr Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensbery was resumed to-day at the Central Criminal Court.
The hearing of the action brought by Mr Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed to-day at the Central Criminal Court.
London, Thursday. The hearing of the libel action brought by Mr Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed to-day at the Old Bailey.
LONDON, THURSDAY.The hearing of the libel action brought by Mr. Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed to-day at the Old Bailey.
London, Thursday.The hearing of the libel action brought by Mr Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry for libel was resumed to-day at the Old Bailey.
The hearing of the libel action brought by Mr Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed yesterday at the Old Bailey.
The hearing of the libel action brought by Mr. Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed today at the Central Criminal Court before Mr. Justice Collins and a common jury.
The hearing of the libel action brought by Mr Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was resumed to-day at the Central Criminal Court before Mr Justice Collins and the common jury.
LONDON, Thursday Night.— The hearing of the charge of criminal libel brought by Mr. Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry was continued at the Old Bailey to-day.
The libel action brought by Oscar Wilde against the Marquis of Queensberry has resulted in the acquittal of the accused.
Mr. CARSON, continuing his address for the defence, said he hoped he had convinced the jury that the defendant was justified in bringing to a climax the association of his son with Wilde. It would be his painful duty to call several young men to tell their own tale. He would show that Taylor acted on behalf of Wilde. Mr. Carson remarked with much emphasis that it was a wonder the man Wilde had been tolerated in London society so long.
Mr Carson, continuing his address for the defence, said he hoped he had convinced the jury that defendant was justified in bringing to a climax the association of his son with Wilde. It would be his painful duty to call several young men to tell their own tale. He would show that Taylor acted as a procurer for Wilde. Mr Carson remarked, with much emphasis, that it was a wonder the man Wilde had been tolerated in London society so long.
When the trial was resumed Mr Carson, continuing his address for the defence, said he hoped he had convinced the jury that the defendant was justified in bringing to a climax the association of his son with Mr Wilde. It would be his painful duty to call several young men to tell their own tale. He would show that Taylor acted as an agent for Wilde. Mr Carson remarked with much emphasis that it was a wonder a man like Wilde had been tolerated in London society so long. He regretted to have to call the young man Parker because he had joined the service of his country, and now bore an excellent character.
Mr Carson, continuing his address for the defence, said he hoped he had convinced the jury that the defendant was justified in bringing to a climax the association of his son with Wilde. It would be his painful duty to call several young men to tell their own tale. He would show that Taylor acted on behalf of Wilde. Mr Carson remarked with much emphasis that it was a wonder the man Wilde had been tolerated in London society so long. He regretted to have to call the young man Parker because he had joined the service of his country, and now bore an excellent character. The learned counsel characterised Wilde’s behaviour to a Worthing fisher boy as an instance of his disgusting audacity.
Mr. CARSON was continuing his argument, when Sir E. Clarke and Mr. Mathews retired from the court for a moment. Wilde had up to this point been absent. Sir E. Clarke on returning whispered to Mr. Carson, who resumed his seat.
Mr Carson was continuing his argument when Sir E Clarke and Mr Mathews retired from the court for a moment. Wilde up to this time had been absent. Sir E Clarke, on returning, whispered to Mr Carson, who resumed his seat.
Mr Carson was continuing his argument when Sir Edward Clarke and Mr Mathews retired from the court for a moment. Mr Wilde had up to this point been absent. Sir Edward Clarke on returning whispered to Mr Carson, who resumed his seat.
Sir E. CLARKE then, addressing the Court, said he had to make a statement under the gravest responsibility. Mr. Carson, by saying yesterday that he hoped he had said enough regarding Mr. Wilde’s letters and literature to influence the jury, relieved him from the necessity of dealing in detail with the other issues. He therefore asked on behalf of Mr. Wilde to withdraw from the prosecution and submit to a verdict of "not guilty" in respect to that part of the particulars connected with the publication of "Dorian Grey" and "Chameleon."
Sir Edward Clarke’s statement produced a profound sensation in court.
Sir Edward Clarke's statement produced a profound sensation in court.
Sir Edward Clarke’s statement produced a profound sensation in court.
Sir Edward Clarke’s statement produced a profound sensation in court.
Sir Edward Clark's statement produced a profound sensation in court.
Mr. CARSON said the verdict of "not guilty" involved a verdict also of justification.
Mr Carson said the verdict of "not guilty" involved a verdict also of justification.
Mr Cason said the verdict of "not guilty" involved a verdict also of justification.
Mr Carson said a verdict of not guilty involved a verdict also of justification.
Mr Carson said a verdict of "not guilty" involved a verdict also of justification.
Mr Carson said a verdict of not guilty involved a verdict also of justification.
Justice COLLINS said that if the jury found a verdict of not guilty they would also find that the justification set up was true in substance and in fact, and that the statement was published for the public benefit.
Justice Collins said that if the jury found a verdict of not guilty they would also find that the justification set up was true in substance and in fact, and that the statement was published for the public benefit.
Mr Justice Collins said that if the jury found a verdict of not guilty they would also find that the justification set up was true in substance and in fact, and that the statement was published for the public benefit.
Mr Justice Collins said that if the jury found a verdict of "not guilty" they would also find that the justification set up was true in substance and in fact: and that the statement was published for the public benefit.
Justice Collins said that if the jury found a verdict of not guilty they would also find that the justification set up was true in substance and in fact, and that statement was published for the public benefit.
Mr Justice Collins concurred, adding the jury would also find that the justification was true in substance and in fact, and that the statement was published for the public benefit.
Justice Collins said that if the jury should consent to the course suggested and should return a verdict of not guilty, they were also to find that the justification set up by the defense was true in substance and in fact, and that the words complained of were published for the public benefit.
The jury, after a moment’s consideration, returned a verdict of "not guilty" against the Marquis of Queensberry, the foreman adding that what he had written was published for the public benefit.
The jury, after a moment’s consideration, returned a verdict of NOT GUILTY against the Marquis of Queensberry, the foreman adding that what he had written was published for the public benefit.
The jury, after a moment's consideration, returned a verdict of "not guilty" against the Marquis of Queensberry, the foreman adding that what he had written was published for the public benefit.
The jury, after a moment’s consideration, returned a verdict of "not guilty" against the Marquis of Queensbery, the foreman adding that what he had written was published for the public benefit.
The jury, after a few moments' consideration, returned a verdict of not guilty against the Marquis of Queensberry, the foreman adding that what he had written was published for the public benefit.
The JUDGE thereupon ordered the Marquis of Queensberry’s discharge from custody, and certified for costs.
The Judge thereupon ordered the Marquis of Queensberry's discharge from custody, and certified for costs.
The Judge thereupon ordered the Marquis of Queensberry’s discharge from custody and certified for costs.
The Judge thereupon ordered the Marquis of Queensberry's discharge from custody, and certified for costs.
The Judge thereupon ordered the Marquis of Queensbery’s discharge from custody, and certified for costs.
The Marquis, on descending from the dock, was heartily congratulated by his friends, and the court soon rapidly cleared.
The Marquis, on descending from the dock, was heartily congratulated by his friends, and the court soon rapidly cleared.
The Marquis, on descending from the dock, was heartily congratulated by his friends, and the court soon rapidly cleared.
The Marquis, on descending from the dock, was heartily congratulated by his friends, and the court soon rapidly cleared.
The Marquis on descending from the dock was heartily congratulated by his friends, and the court rapidly cleared.
The Press Association, on inquiring of Lord Queensberry’s solicitors (Messrs. Russell and Day), is informed that it is not his lordship’s intention to take the initiative in any criminal prosecution of Oscar Wilde, but after the finding of the jury this morning in the libel action the whole of the documents with proofs of the evidence upon which the defence had intended to rely were forwarded to the Public Prosecutor, the Hon. Hamilton Cuffe.
The Press Association, on inquiring of Lord Queensberry’s solicitors (Messrs Russell and Day), is informed that it is not his lordship’s intention to take the initiative in any criminal prosecution of Oscar Wilde, but after the finding of the jury this morning in the libel action, the whole of the documents, with proofs of the evidence upon which the defence had intended to rely, were forwarded to the Public Prosecutor, the Hon Hamilton Cuffe.
The Press Association on enquiring of Lord Queensberry's solicitors (Messrs Russell and Day) is informed that it is not his lordship's intention to take the initiative in any criminal prosecution of Oscar Wilde, but after the finding of the jury this morning in the libel action the whole of the documents with proofs of the evidence upon which the defence had intended to rely were forwarded to the Public Prosecutor, the Hon Hamilton Cuffe.
The Press Association on inquiry of Lord Queensberry’s solicitors (Russell and Day) is informed that it is not his lordship’s intention to take the initiative in any criminal prosecution of Oscar Wilde, bur after the finding of the jury this morning in the libel action the whole of the documents, with proofs of the evidence upon which the defense had intended to rely, were forwarded to the Public Prosecutor, the Hon Hamilton Caffe.
London, Friday Evening.The Press Association on enquiring of Lord Queensbery’s solicitors (Messrs Russell and Day) is informed that it is not his lordship’s intention to take the initiative in any criminal prosecution of Oscar Wilde, but after the finding of the jury this morning in the libel action the whole of the documents with proofs of the evidence upon which the defence had intended to rely were forwarded to the Public Prosecutor, the Hon Hamilton Cuffe.
Lord Queensberry's solicitors yesterday stated that it was not his lordship's intention to take the initiative in any criminal prosecution of Mr. Oscar Wilde, but after the finding of the jury in the libel action the whole of the documents, with proofs of the evidence upon which the defence had intended to rely, were forwarded to the Public Prosecutor.
ARREST OF OSCAR WILDE.
LONDON, FRIDAY NIGHT.
Mr. Oscar Wilde was arrested between six and seven o’clock this evening, and conveyed to Bow Street
Police Station, where he arrived at ten past eight.
The Press Associations says — Mr Oscar Wilde was arrested between six and seven o’lock this evening, and conveyed to Bow street Police Station, where he arrived at ten past eight.
The arrest was made by Inspector Richards at half-past six, at the Cadogan Hotel, Sloane Street, Chelsea, where Mr. Wilde, it appears, drove after leaving the Holborn Viaduct Hotel. Mr. Wilde’s visit to the hotel was of a casual character, he being accompanied by two gentlemen. Throughout the day the accused had been closely followed by two officers, and when Inspector Richards entered the hotel and asked for Mr. Wilde, it was stated that he was not staying there. This was virtually correct, but when the Inspector insisted that he was in the establishment and explained the circumstances, he was conducted to a room in the establishment, where Mr. Wilde was engaged with his two friends. The Inspector informed him that he was a police officer, and that he would arrest him, a warrant being out for his arrest. Mr. Wilde made no reply.
The arrest was made by Inspector Richards at half past six at the Cadogan Hotel, Sloane street, Chelsea, where Wilde, it appears, drove after leaving Holborn Viaduct Hotel. Wilde’s visit to the hotel was of a casual character, he being accompanied by two gentlemen. Throughout the day the accused had been closely followed by two officers, and when inspector Richards entered the hotel and asked for Mr Wilde it was stated that he was not staying there. This was virtually correct, but when the inspector insisted that he was in the establishment and explained the circumstances, he was conduced to a room in the establishment, where Mr Wilde was engaged with his two friends. The inspector informed him that he was a police officer, and that he would arrest him, a warrant being out for his arrest. Wilde made no reply.
The Press Association understands that the charge alleged against Mr. Wilde is that of committing acts of indecency. Having been searched, Mr. Wilde was removed to the cells. Shortly after Mr. Wilde’s arrival at Bow Street a Mr Rosse, a friend of the prisoner, drove up to the station with a small Gladstone bag containing a change of clothes and other necessaries for Mr. Wilde, but after a short interview with the Inspector on duty, Rosse returned to his cab with the bar, having been refused permission to leave it. Later Lord Alfred Douglas visited Bow Street to inquire as to the possibility of the accused being bailed out, but it was explained that the prisoner had been arrested on a warrant for an alleged criminal offence, which admitted of no bail until prisoner had appeared before the magistrate. Lord Douglas appeared much distressed when he was informed that on no consideration could the authorities entertain his application. He was respectfully informed that the prisoner had a cell to himself, and had been supplied with a blanket and other requisites to make him as comfortable as the police regulations would allow. It will be Mr. Wilde’s privilege to receive food sent him from a neighbouring hotel if he so desires, pending his transference from the cell in the police station to the cells of the adjoining police court. At ten o’clock to-morrow morning Sir John Bridge, who signed the warrant for his arrest, will investigate the charge against Mr. Wilde, which involves a penal offence.
The Press Association understands that the charge alleged against Mr Wilde is that of committing acts of indecency with divers male persons. Having been searched, Mr Wilde was removed to the cells. Shortly after Mr Wilde’s arrival at Bow-street, a Mr Rosse, a friend of the prisoner's, drove up to the station with a small Gladstone bag, containing a change of clothes, and other necessaries for Mr. Wilde ; but, after a short interview with the inspector on duty, Rosse returned to his cab with the bag, having been refused permission to leave it. Later Lord Alfred Douglas visited Bow-street, to inquire as to the possibility of accused being bailed out ; but it was explained that the prisoner had been arrested on a warrant for an alleged criminal offence which admitted of no bail until the prisoner had appeared before the magistrates. Lord Douglas appeared much distressed when he was informed that on no consideration could the authorities entertain his application. He was respectfully informed that the prisoner had a cell to himself, and had been supplied with a blanket and other requisites to make him as comfortable as police regulations would allow. It will be Mr Wilde's privilege to receive food sent him from a neighbouring hotel, if he so desire, pending his transference from the cell in the police station to cells of the adjoining Police Court at 10 o'clock to-morrow morning. Sir John Bridge, who signed the warrant for his arrest, will investigate the charge against Mr Wilde, which involves a penal offence.