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February 16, 1858
Alexandria Gazette
Alexandria, Alexandria County, District Of Columbia
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J. W. Seymour, a defaulter from Hartford, Conn., who stole over $100,000 from the Hartford County Savings Bank Association, appeared in Savannah last week under the alias Jon. Smith, avoiding recognition by acquaintances and appearing nervous.
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A Distinguished Defaulter In Savannah.
J. W. Seymour, of Hartford, Conn, made his appearance in this city during the last week. He however, distinguished himself under some uncommon nomenclature, "Jon. Smith," for instance. He seemed to like our Southern climate, but was so mighty stuck up he would not recognize a Hartford acquaintance who knew him well. Now, this was an unkind act on the part of John W. Seymour, for, though he did not steal over one hundred thousand dollars from the Hartford County Savings Bank Association he need not be so proud as to give the cold shoulder to an old acquaintance that never swindled anybody.
He seemed to think our Savannah atmosphere refreshing to his feelings--he does not like to be looked hard at, and seems always as if he expected some sheriff-like looking personage wanted him.
We suppose if the Hartford folks had desired Seymour's presence they would have offered a reward for him. Our city sheriffs could soon spot him if it was worth the trouble.--Savannah Georgian.
J. W. Seymour, of Hartford, Conn, made his appearance in this city during the last week. He however, distinguished himself under some uncommon nomenclature, "Jon. Smith," for instance. He seemed to like our Southern climate, but was so mighty stuck up he would not recognize a Hartford acquaintance who knew him well. Now, this was an unkind act on the part of John W. Seymour, for, though he did not steal over one hundred thousand dollars from the Hartford County Savings Bank Association he need not be so proud as to give the cold shoulder to an old acquaintance that never swindled anybody.
He seemed to think our Savannah atmosphere refreshing to his feelings--he does not like to be looked hard at, and seems always as if he expected some sheriff-like looking personage wanted him.
We suppose if the Hartford folks had desired Seymour's presence they would have offered a reward for him. Our city sheriffs could soon spot him if it was worth the trouble.--Savannah Georgian.
What sub-type of article is it?
Crime
What keywords are associated?
Defaulter
Savannah
J W Seymour
Hartford
Bank Theft
Alias Jon Smith
What entities or persons were involved?
J. W. Seymour
Where did it happen?
Savannah
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Savannah
Event Date
During The Last Week
Key Persons
J. W. Seymour
Outcome
stole over one hundred thousand dollars from the hartford county savings bank association
Event Details
J. W. Seymour of Hartford, Conn., appeared in Savannah under the alias Jon. Smith, avoiding recognition by a Hartford acquaintance, appearing proud and nervous as if expecting pursuit by authorities.