The Mystery of Marie Rogêt

Mary Cecilia Rogers, known as the "Beautiful Cigar Girl," became the subject of national intrigue after her body was found in the Hudson River in 1841. Initially believed to be a victim of gang violence, rumors later surfaced that she died during a failed abortion. Her fiancé, Daniel Payne, committed suicide shortly after her death, adding to the mystery. Despite widespread attention, the true circumstances of Rogers' death remain unknown.

When Mary Rogers murdered body was found near a cave near the shores of New Jersey, Anderson became one of the prime suspects. Of all the suspects, Anderson was the only one to give a statement which never appeared in the press; both his arrest and his statement were hushed by influential Tammany politicians who intervened on his behalf. nevertheless, Anderson's arrest prevented him from later being nominated by Tammany hall for Mayor of New York City.