1929. Bank of the Union (Washington, DC)

Bank Information

Episode Type
Run → Suspension → Closure
Bank Type
state
Start Date
July 27, 1852
Location
Washington, District of Columbia (38.895, -77.036)

Metadata

Model
gpt-5-mini
Short Digest
aa8792fc

Response Measures

Accommodated withdrawals, Full suspension

Other: Trustees appointed to wind up affairs (assignment of assets).

Description

There was an isolated, rumor-driven run in late July 1852 that was quelled when the bank paid presented notes. In October 1852 the proprietor (R. H. Gallaher) announced an assignment of assets and the bank suspended payment; trustees/receiver were appointed to wind up affairs. I classify this as a run leading to suspension and permanent closure/assignment to trustees (receivership).

Events (3)
1. July 27, 1852 Run
Cause
Rumor Or Misinformation
Cause Details
A malicious/unfounded report circulated that the bank had stopped payment and closed; when it was found the bank remained open later and paid notes, confidence was restored.
Random Run
Yes
Random Run Snippet
False rumor circulated bank had stopped payment; later shown false
Measures
Remained open later than usual and promptly paid presented notes, restoring confidence.
Newspaper Excerpt
we are sorry to learn that, in consequence of an unfounded, and we presume malicious report, this banking institution had a run up on it yesterday and the day before.
Source
newspapers
2. October 9, 1852 Suspension
Cause
Bank Specific Adverse Info
Cause Details
Proprietor R. H. Gallaher announced assignment of assets and suspension of payment, blaming financial revulsion from the Maryland anti-bank law and adverse circumstances.
Newspaper Excerpt
Finding myself overwhelmed by the financial revulsion produced by the Maryland anti-bank law... I am compelled to make an assignment of my assets for the benefit of creditors and note-holders.
Source
newspapers
3. October 11, 1852 Receivership
Newspaper Excerpt
The undersigned have been appointed trustees of the Bank of the Union, to wind up its affairs. We have proceeded to take possession of its assets, will wind up its affairs as soon as practicable, and apply such proceeds ... to the purposes of the trust. (signed John A. Linton and Samuel Chilton).
Source
newspapers

Newspaper Articles (22)
1. July 28, 1852 The Daily Dispatch Richmond, VA
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From the News, Washington, D. C. Bank of the Union. We understand, and are sorry to learn that, in consequence of an unfounded, and we presume malicious report. this banking institution had a run up. on it yesterday and the day before. But when it was found that the Bank (under Brown's Hotel,) was not closed but open until a later hour than usual, and promptly taking up every one of its notes presented for payment, confidence was quickly restored, and the credit of the firm considered intact. The American Telegraph of yesterday notices the "False Rumor" above alluded to in the following terms: From the American Telegraph, Washington, D.C. Some mischievous person last evening put in circulation a report that the Bank of the Union, in this city, had yesterday stopped payment and e losed; and we were met by many anxious inquirera this morning. For aught we know, all the banks in our city are liable to be shaken by an earthquake; but so far as We may judge from appearance, the Bank of the Union stands as firm upon its leet as any of them. Instead of closing yesterday at 3 o'clock, when the rest of them shut up, it was open until 5, as we can certify. A few dozen persons, we are informed, called this morning with their little bundles of notes, and a portion of them trotted off with them again, declaring them more convenient than their Virglnia fives.

2. October 9, 1852 The Daily Union Washington, DC
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ANK OF THE UNION. Card. Finding myself overB whelmed by the financial revulsion produced by the Maryland anti-bank law, and by a combination of adverse circumstances, I am compelled to make an assignment of my assets for the benefit of creditors and note-holders. I shall hereafter make such an espoct tion of my affairs as to satisfy the public that I have made an bones effort to overcome the panic and meet my obligations. WASHINGTON, October 9, 1852. Virginia papers will confer a favor by copying. RO. H. GALLAHER. Oct 9

3. October 10, 1852 The Daily Union Washington, DC
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B ANK OF THE UNION. A Card. Finding myself overwhelmed by the financial revulsion produced by the Maryland anti-bank law, and by a combination of adverse circumstances, I am compelled to make an assignment of my assets for the benefit of creditors and note-holders. I shall hereafter make such an exposition of my affairs as to satisfy the public that I have made an honest effort to overcome the panic and meet my obligations. WASHINGTON, October 9, 1852. Virginia papers will confer a favor by copying. Oet 9 RO. H. GALLAHER.

4. October 11, 1852 The New York Herald New York, NY
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From Washington City. THE BANK PANIC-MILITARY FUNERAL. WASHINGTON, Oct. 10. 1968. Quite a panic was created here yesterday by the failure of the Bank of the Union, an irresponsible COM cern. owned by Mr Gallaher. of the Richmond Republican All the banks issuing small notes were run upon. The Bank of the Republic, the only institution of the kind which redeems its notes in specie, kept open till eight o'clock last evening, and probably cashed all its bills which were presented. There is now a disposition on the part of the public here to set their faces against the issue of individual and irresponsible bank notes. The remains of the late Sergeant Major Pulozzi, of the U. S. Marines, were buried, from the Navy Yard, this atternoon. A large body of citizen soldiery attended the funeral.

5. October 11, 1852 Daily American Telegraph Washington, DC
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City Items. Yesterday, some person or persons posted handbill at various public places in the city, calling the holders of the "Bank of the Union" notes to the Third Auditor's Office to have them redeemed. This morning, another was posted, denying that any authority was given to the authors of that handbill to publish any such call. It is new to us to see the relatives and connexions of a bankrupt thus menaced, insulted, and annoyed; nor do the sentiments of the people of this city approve it. We notice in the Republic this morning that the cashier of the "Bank of the City" has not reopened his effice, although the " three or four days" in which the "city circulation" was to be redeemed have elapsed long since. The Columbia Musical Association offers a very fine programme for the concert at Carusi's this evening, (their first of the season.) They have the assistance of Mrs. Muller, which will greatly aid in attracting a large and fashionable audience. As to the ability of the instrumental performers, it is the wish of the association, no doubt, that the able critics who will fill the saloon to-night may be the judges. Biscaccianti has given towards the erection'o the National Monument the profits of one of her California concerts, amounting to over $500. UNFORTUNATE ACCIDENT.-We regret to learn that an accident of a somewhat serious nature occurred yesterday to our estimable fellow-citizen, Mr. Hudson Taylor, of the firm of Taylor & Maury. The spouting of the rear portion of his house had become damaged or obstructed in some manner, and to remedy it he went on the roof during the rain, where he lost his footing and fell to the ground, a distance of about fifteen feet. He came down upon his feet, and seriously injured his left ancle. His other injuries, we are gratified to learn, are very slight; but it is likely that weeks will pass before he will be able to walk again. James Grandison, better known as Jim Darkie, was arrested yesterday by officer Handy, and sent to jail by Capt. Goddard for stabbing Thomas Parker with a pitchfork. Parker was stabbed once in the face and twice in the left breast. Both the parties are negroes, and the quarrel was about some colored damsel. Jim fought hard in Mexico and established his military reputation by following Capt. Boyle through the whole fight at Monterey; but his services there can't be plead with much effect in this case. not The funeral of the late Sergeant-Major Pulizzi took place yesterday afternoon, and was attended by a battalion of our volunteer companies and a detachment of United States Marines, with the bands of the Light Infantry and the Marine Corps-Gen. Menderson having ordered all the marines and the full band to report for duty to the officer commanding the escort. The funeral train was large, and many persons were there who have known the deceased from boyhood, and regret his death as that of a brother. BO Last night the drug store of Mr. Chas. Stott, on the Avenue, near 7th street, was entered by burglars and robbed of the money in the drawer and some cigars. The scamps got in by cutting a pane of glass from the window. The loss was small, but entirely sufficient to warn the citizens to look out! The protracted meeting in the E street Baptist Church is still in progress. Six candidates were immersed in the baptistry at the close of the services yesterday morning. We never saw a more mild and pleasant October than the present. The private banking establishments of this Distriet have been the subject of considerable comment, since the publication made of the stoppage of the Bank of the Union by its proprietor. The butchers of Georgetown on Saturday last issued a manifesto declaring what notes, and what notes only, receive are Washat of Patriotic their those stalls. issued Bank, in They the Bank District of the the Bank they of will ington, Metropolis, Farmers and Mechanics' Bank, Bank of Commerce, Corporations of Georgetown and Alexandria. Within the last ten days $40,000 of Georgetown Corporation notes have been returned and redeemed at their office, and the notes destroyed. This results principally from the operation of the Maryland act of last session. During Saturday a steady run was made upon the small banks generally, but they continued to redeem their promises up to the usual hour of closing; and one of them, as we learn, (the Bank of the Republic,) located near the Centre Market, continued to redeem its notes in gold until eight o'clock in the evening.-Nat. Int. Caution to the Public the instant had

6. October 11, 1852 Daily American Telegraph Washington, DC
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no On account of the failure of the Bank of the Union, quite a panic occurred among the bill-holders of the different banks of the District. The new bank (Bank of the Republic) not only opened at7 o'clock, but remained open until 8 p. m., and redeemed all their notes in specie as fast as presented, this being the only bank that issued small bills redeemable in specie. It will open again at 6o'clock to-mor row morning.

7. October 11, 1852 The Daily Dispatch Richmond, VA
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BANK OF THE UNION.-The news on Saturday, of the failure of this Bank, created some excitement in this city, where there are many note-holders.The following card, from the President of the Bank, explanatory of the causes of the failure, we find in the Washington papers of Saturday last : BANK OF THE UNION.-A CARD-Finding myself overwhelmed by the financial revulsion produced by the Maryland anti-bank law, and by a combination of adverse circumstances, i am compelied to make an assignment of my assets for the benefit of creditors and note holders. Ishall hereafter make such an exposition of my affairs as to satisfy the public that I have made an honest effort to overcome the panic and meet my obligations. RO. H. GALLAHER. WASHINGTON, October 9th, 1852.

8. October 11, 1852 Lynchburg Daily Virginian Lynchburg, VA
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TELEGRAPHIC NEWS. Telegraphed for the Lynchburg Virginian. Bank Failure. WASHINGTON, Oct. 9. The Bank of the Union has suspended payment. The assets have been made over to trustees, to pay liabilities so far as possible.

9. October 12, 1852 The New York Herald New York, NY
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APPOINTMENTS BY THE PRESIDENT - RUN ON THE WASHINGTON BANKS WASHINGTON, October 11 1852. The President has appointed Charles W. Christmas Register of the Mianesota Land office, ani Reuben M. Richardson as Receiver. There is a great run on the bogus banks at Washing ton. The unknown backs circulating and dating here, a re the Central. Citizens'. Empire, Fulton, Mechanics', Merchants', Exchange, Merchants' and Mechanics', Me. tropolitan. Ocean. and Railroad. with about a dozen others. on which the run is being made. The Bank of the Union had a large circulation in the District.

10. October 12, 1852 The Daily Dispatch Richmond, VA
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THE LATEST NEWS. SMALL NOTES.-Considerable excitement existed in this city yesterday relative to the suspension of the Bank of the Union, and holders of small notes generally exhibited a great degree of anxiety to dispose of them. The subjoined article from the National Intelligencer conveys definite information regarding the Banks in Washington : "The private Banking Establishments of this District have been the subject of considerable comment since the publication made of the stoppage of the Bank of the Union by its proprietor. The butchers of Georgetown on Saturday last issued a manifesto declaring what notes, and what only, of those issued in the District they will receive at their stalls. They are. the Bank of Washington, Patriotic Bank, Bank of the Metropolie, Farmers and Mechanica' Bank, Bank of Commerce, Corporations of Georgetown and Alexandria. Within the last ten days $40,000 of Georgetown Corporation notes have been returned and redeemed at their office. and the notes have been destroyed. This results principally from the operation of the Maryland act of last session. During Saturday a steady run was made upon the small Banks generally, but they continued to redeem their promises up to the usual hour of closing; and one of them, as we learn, (the Bank of the Republic.) located near the Centre Market. continued to redeem its notes in gold until o'clock in the evening." The Washington papers of yesterday contain the following notice, signed by John A. Linton and Samuel Chilton, trustees "The undersigned have been appointed trustees of the Bank of the Union, to wind up its affairs. We are requested to take, hold, and render available, as fir as may be, the assets of the Bank for the benefit of its 'creditors and note-holders.' We have proceeded to take possession of its assets, will wind up its affairs as soon as practicable, and apply such proceeds may come to our hands to the purposes of the trust."

11. October 12, 1852 New-York Daily Tribune New York, NY
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Appointments by the President-Run on the Washington Banks. WASHINGTON, Monday, Oct. 11, 1852. The President has appointed CHARLES W. CHRISTMAS, Register of the Minnesota Land Office, and REUBEN M. RICHARDSON as Receiver. There is a great run on the bogas Banks at Washington. The unknown Banks circulating and dating here, without having Banking houses, are the Central, Citizens, Empire, Fulton, Mechanics, Merchants, Exchange. Merchants and Mechanics, Metropolitan, Ocean and Railroad, with about a dozen others- -on which the run is being made. The Bank of the Union had a large circulation in the District.

12. October 13, 1852 Staunton Spectator Staunton, VA
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Bank of the Union. Mr. R. H. GALLAHER, President of the "Bank of the Union" at Washington, announces by an advertisement in the papers of that City, that he has been compelled to make an assignment of his assets to a trustee, for the benefit of creditors and note holders. He has been overwhelmed, he says, by the financial revulsion produced by the Maryland Anti-Bank Law, and by a combination of adversecircumstances. Hereafter he will make such an exposition as will satisfy the public that he has made an honest effort to overcome the panic and meet his obligations. A large number of the notes have been circulating in this County. We know of individuals who now have them on hand in sums of $30, $23, $17, $15, &c., &c.

13. October 13, 1852 Lynchburg Daily Virginian Lynchburg, VA
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On Saturday lust, it was announced in this city, that the Bank of the Union, Washington city. D. C., conducted by R. 11. Gallaher. Esq., bad failed. As soon as it was known. a great rush was made on the Banking Houses of Messrs. Stathum, Smithson & Co.. and Wright & Logwood. It continued until vesterday, when public confidence was fully restored. as these gentlemen promptly redeemed every note that was offered during the whole time of the run. oct 13.1t

14. October 13, 1852 The Daily Dispatch Richmond, VA
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THE DAILY DISPA TCH. Correspondence of the Dispatch. WASHINGTON, Oct. 9th. Yesterday, at noon, the "Bank of the Union" in this city, suspended payment. In due process of time, the trustees, to whom has been referred the affairs of the bank for adjustment, will redeem its issues as far as practicable. The notes of this concern were widely circulated, hereabouts and elsewhere, and the excitement created by this suspension has been very great. The blow falls heavily on the poorer classes, many of whom have lost their all. To-day a run has been made on the "Bank of the Republic" and other mushroom affairs of the same ilk. and most it not all of them, must go by the board. People at a distance should beware how they handle the worthless trash issued by irresponsible, and. in some cases, imaginary banking concents in Washington. We have seen notes on several banks purporting to be located in Washington, and the most searching enquiries as to their whereabouts, have so forbeen unavailing. Neither Presidents nor Cashiers el these concerns are known, and it is very questionable if they have a local habitation, at all. I would caution the people of Richmond against the notes of all private Banking Hou. ses in Washington, except that of the Exchange Bank of Selden, Withers & Co. In fact. it would not be safe, I imagine, to deal to a great extent even in the issues of this con. cern. Corcoran & Riggs do not issue notes of any denomination. The Bank of the Metropolis, Bank of Washington, and the Patriotic Bank, are the only reliable and safe institutions of the kind, in this city. These are old and well established Banks, and as sound as any in the country. Their issues are all very limited; indeed it is a rare thing to see or meet with a note on either of these banks, in circulation. HENRICO.

15. October 13, 1852 The Daily Dispatch Richmond, VA
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Correspondence of the Dispatch. WASHINGTON, Oct. 11. 1852. The politicians here are in a highly f verish state of excitement, in anticipation of the elections which come off to-morrow in Pennsylvania. Ohio and Indiana. The Pennsylvania elections are looked to with deep interest; as the complexion of the returns will, it is thought, determine the vote of the State in No. vember. The vote of Pennsylvania, we believe, has decided every Presidential election; and there, it is presumed will be the great bat the ground. The Mayoralty election in Baltimore, also, which comes off on Wednesday, is regarded as decidedly important, by both parties. We have hundreds of mechanics, working on the public buildings in this city, who are voters in Baltimore, and Committees from either party are busily engaged in collecting funds to pay their passage to Baltimore on the day of election. From what I can learn, Washington will send some four hundred voters (Whigs and Democrats) to Baltimore, on Wednesday morning. Considerable excitement still exists in refer ence to the late suspension of the "Bank of the Union," in this city. A great number of persons have been "sold" by the winding up of this concern. and but little confidence is now placed in the solvenev of the host of other "banking houses" that have magically sprung up in our midst, within the past six months. O all places in the country, we have, in this District, the least excuse for countenancing or tolerating the circulation of shin plasters. It is estimated that the monthly disbursements in this city, by the Government, of gold and silver, in the civil department alone, will average $300,000, or more, and I cannot conceive with what grace merchants and others, doing business here, can complain, while countenancing the issuing and circulation of the paper of irresponsible banking associations. Yesterday we were favored with a very refreshing rain which has laid the dust and produced an agreeable change in the weather. The foundation, upon which will rest the equestrian statue of General Jackson, in bronze, is now being laid in "Lafeyette square" ou the North front of the President's House. It is proposed to raise the statue on the ensuing 8th of January. The model was prepared and the entire work cast by the accomplished architect MILLS, of this city, and IS believed not to be surpassed, by any similar work of art in the world. The work on all the public buildings is going on rapidly; and we are, as a community, generally blessed with health and prosperity. HENRICO.

16. October 13, 1852 The New York Herald New York, NY
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BANKS OF THE OF WASHINGTON, D. American Exchange Bank, Georgetown-not known, no place of redemption. Bank of America Georgetown; George Smith President -issues only fives in Wisconsin. Bank of the City Washington-closed Bank of Commerce. Georgetown, D. C.-current at all banks. and considered equal to any. Bank of the Metropolis, Washington-old; above all suspicion. Bank of the Republic- New York branch bank Bank of the Union. Washington-closed: suspended. Bank of Washington-one of the old chartered banks. Central Bank, Warbington-not known; no place of redemption Columbia Bank, do. do. Citizens Bank, do. do. City Bank-J. Bradley, President; circulation withfrawn. Eastern Bank of Washington, New York branch-redeemed at the Potomac Savings Bank. Empire Bank, Georgetown-unknown; no place of redemption. Exchange Bank of Selden, Withers & Co.-well known Farmers' and Merchants' Bank of Georgetown-one of the chartered. Farmers' and Merchants' Bank, Washington-a Lynchburg branch. Freeman's Bank-New York branch. Fulton Bank Washington-unknown Mechanics Bank, Georgetown-unknown; supposed New York Merchants' Exchange Bank, Wa-hington-unknown; supposed New York Merchants' and Mechanics' Bank, Washington-a Virginia branch; no office Merebants' Bank. Washington-New York branch; redeemed at Potomac Savings Bank. Metropolitan Bank-unknows: no office. National Bank. Wa.hington-New York branch; redeemed at Seloen, Withers & Co.'s Bank. Ocean Bank Washington-said to be a fraud. Patriotic Bank, Washington-first rate. Potomac Savings Bank, Washington-one of the old and reliable banks. Railroad ank-unknown Southern Manufacturers' Bank. Washington-a Richmond branch. received at the Potomac Savings Bank. This is a pretty list for such a small place as Washington. These financiers have made good use of their time, and deluged that section of the country with this worth. less, irredeemable trach. The last explosion was the Bank of the Union. An individual signing himself R. H. Gallaher. who has presided over the destinies of this institution from its creation, issued the annexed card, for the benefit of whom it may concern :BANK OF THE UNION, October 9, 1852.-A Card -Find ing myself overwhelmed by the financial revulsion produced by the Maryland Anti Bank law. and by a combination of adverse circumstances, I am compalled to make an assignment of my assets to a trustee. for the benefit of creditors and note holders. Eshall, hereafter, make such an exposition as will satisfy the public that I have made an hon st effort to overcome the panic and meet my 05 R. It GALLAHER ligations The Virginia papers will confer a favor by giving pub. ficity to the above. Another Washington bank, the name of which we do eot recollect. was suddenly closed a few days since and a card was posted on the door stating that the cashier had been unexpectedly. called out of town; but would retura in a day or two and liquidate all outstanding liabilities, No has not yet made his appearance. We had no idea hat the new bank note law of Maryland would produce terniston and compel any bank to make an SUCE court notounye books the intention of

17. October 14, 1852 Lynchburg Daily Virginian Lynchburg, VA
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been returned and redeemed at their office, and the notes have been destroyed. This results principally from the operation of the Maryland act of last session. "During Saturday a steady run was made upon the small Banks generally, but they continued to redeem their promises up to the usual hour of closing; and one of them, as we learn, (the Bank of the Republic,) located near the Centre Market, continued to redeem its notes in gold until 8 o'clock in the evening." The Washington papers of yesterday contain the following notice, signed by John A. Linton and Samuel Chilton, trustees: "The undersigned have been appointed trustees of the Bank of the Union, to wind up its affairs. We are requested to take, hold, and render available, as far as may be, the assets of the Bank for the benefit of its "creditors and note-holders.' We have proceeded to take possession of its assets, will wind up its affairs as soon as practicable, and apply such proceeds as may come to our hands to the purposes of the trust."

18. October 19, 1852 Daily American Telegraph Washington, DC
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City Items. VENTRILOQUISM AND LEGERDEMAN.-ThisisW man's last night at Odd-Fellows' Hall. Embrace the opportunity if you would enjoy fun, and witness rare and wonderful performances. His last feat will be to make his own disappearance-to vanish away! Be sure to be present. The Circuit Court of the District of Columbia commenced its fall term yesterday-Associate Judges Morsell and Dunlop presiding. There is much business to be transacted during this term, but some time will elapse before any of importance will be reached. The Court is now attending to the appeal cases. 100 Yesterday, Mr. Zephaniah Jones, a most worthy and esteemed citizen of Washington, was very seriously injured. He was trying to subdue a high-mettled horse, and had him hitched to a cart for this purpose. By some mischance, Mr. Jones was thrown upon the ground, and a wheel of the cart passed over him, lacerating his head and face, and injuring him otherwise. His injuries, we are gratified to learn, are not considered dangerous. IO Justice Thompson last Friday evening committed Bernard McGrann to jail for striking his wife with a spade and injuring her so that her recovery was considered doubtful. Justice T. very properly refused to take bail until it should be ascertained that the lady was out of danger. We are sorry that any man who would strike a woman can find bail in Washington. The Ball of the Arlington Club was very well attended last night, and the company seemed to be highly pleased with the arrangement. Iron Hall is a fine assembly room, and we think will be very popular with the concert and ball loving portion of our citizens. It is 50 or 60 feet wide, 100 long, and 19 high, beautifully situated, and surrounded by every possible safeguard and convenience. Dr. Cunnington is here making arrangements for opening the National Theatre this season. The Aid Fire Company of Norfolk, Virginia, arrived here this morning in the 11 o'clock train from Baltimore. They bring with them a a handsome suction engine, built by Rodgers, of Baltimore. They are the guests of the Northern Liberties Fire Company, and were received at the depot by that Company, and delegations from the Franklin and Columbia Companies. The Potomac Savings Institution has sustained a steady and determined run for the past ten days-ever since the closing of the Bank of the Union-and has met it well, redeeming every dollar as presented. Its issue was pretty large, too. We believe the return of its notes has, however, somewhat diminished during the last forty-eight hours. Yesterday the Mayor appointed, and the Aldermen unanimously confirmed, Mr. James M. Busher as the additional police officer for the Fifth Ward. A good appointment. NEW MANUFACTURINGESTABLISHMENT.-Messrs. Hill, Shelton, and others, of New York, individuals associated for the purpose of immediately putting into operation an extensive manufacturing establishment in this city, have caused a letter to be addressed to the Mayor of the City, by Mr. B. H. Cheever, and which was communicated to the Board of Aldermen last night, asking the terms on which the Corporation will rent for a series of years, say ten or twenty, (with the privilege at any time within said lease to purchase, and the price,) the following property belonging to the city, namely: either or both of the canal wharfs on the Eastern Branch; the wharf on Sixth street, occupied by Mr. Bird, and the Van Ness wharf, 80 called. The communication was referred to the Committee on Finance. [Republic.

19. October 20, 1852 Cooper's Clarksburg Register Clarksburg, WV
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THE BANK EXCITEMENT IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.-The bank excitement in Washington and Georgetown, consequent upon the stoppage of the Bank of the Union, caused a steady run upon the small affairs of the kind on Saturday, but, it is said, they con inued to redeem their promises up to the usual hour of closing ; and one of them, (the Bank of the Republic.) located near the Centre Market, continued to redeem its notes in gold until eight o' clock in the evening. The Na. tional Inte igencer says : The butchers of Georgetown on Sa. turday last issued a manifesto declaring what notes, and what only, of those issued in the District they will receive at their stals. They are, the Bank of Washington, Patriotic Bank, Bank of the Metropolis, Farmers' and Mechanics' Bank, Bank of Commerce, Corporations of Georgetown and Alexandria. Within the last ten days $40,000 of Geogetown Corporation notes have been returned and recei-

20. October 23, 1852 Monongalia Mirror Morgantown, WV
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Washington, Oct. 11. Charles H. Christmas has been apReuben M. Richardson, Receiver at the Land Office at Minnessota. There is a great run on the bogus banks in Washington. The Bank of the Union had a large circulation in the District. There are various unknown banks without banking-houses circulaling notes dated at Washington, The run is being made on the Central, Citizens', Empire, Fulton, Mechanics', Merchants', Exchange, Merchants and Mechanics', Metropolitan, Ocean and Railroad Banks, and about a dozen others having offices here. There is a disposition here on the part of the public to set their faces against irresponsible issues of bank notes. Episcopal Missions.-The receipts of the Board of Domestic Missions since June, 1851, were $23,566, and for Foreign Missions $41,048; in all $64,614. The Committee have very nearly doubled the number of their missionaries within the year just closed. The missions to China and the west coast of Africa will both receive further enlargement this fall, and there are arrangements for occupying new openings for missionary work. German Baptist Missions.-In 1835 the Baptist mission at Hamburg was commenced, when six persons were received into the church. There are now in connection with this mission 292 preaching places, in 40 different cities and towns; 683 persons have been baptized, and 3,881 are at present connected with the churches. Trade upon the Gulf.-It is calculated that the amount of ocean commerce of the American ports on the Gulf of Mexico, inward and outward, foreign and domestic, exceeds $250,000,000 per annum, besides that of the Mexican and other ports of the gulf. Duke of Wellington's Successor.The new Commander-in-chief, successor to the Duke of Wellington, has bren nominated, Lord Hardinge being the party selected. His age is 67. He was already a lieutenant-general. and enjoys a pension for wounds at Waterloo, and also a pension of $25,000 a year for the battlesof the Sutlej,where h commanded when he was Governor-General of India. Many years ago he was Secretary at War (as Sir Henry Hardinge,) and subsequently he was chief secretary for Ireland. Within twenty years three millions and a half of copies of the Bible, and fifteen millions of religious tracts, have been distributed in France.

21. October 30, 1852 The Weekly Minnesotian Saint Paul, MN
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News by Telegraph (Reported Expressly for the Daily Advertiser.) BOSTON, Oct. 22-8 M. On Tuesday, Mr. Webster was considered by his physician as not in immediate danger.There was a probability of his being able to resame public business in a few days, but before evening his disorder. which is inflammation of the brain, continued to grow worse until yesterday, when Dr. Jeffries became alarmed. Mr. Webster's wife and son were with him, and Dr. Warren left here for Marshfield this morning. The distinguished man is fully aware of his danger, and his intellect is unclouded. He is able to converse freely. A special meeting of Mr. Webster's Executive Committee was called early this morning. It was resolved. in compliance with the wishes of Mr. Webster's family and friends, that all political action be suspended for the present. During last night. Mr. Webster was very low, but at 5 this morning, when the messenger left Marshfield, he was asleep.He yesterday prepared a bundle of documents be despatched to Washington. BOSTON, Oct. 23-3 P. M. The express attached to the Journal office has just arrived, having left Mashfield at 11 o'clock. Mr. Webster is gradually sinking, and it is evident that in a few hours all will be over. His mind remains calm, and he is tranquil and happy. It was suggested to Mr. W. that he make his will, to which he gave his consent. but it is barely possible that he will have sufficient strength to do it. BOSTON, Oct. 23-6I Advices to P. M. have just been received. which confirm the reports of Mr. Webster' critical condition. The great man is gradually but surely sinking. It is thought that he may survive through the night, but improbable. NEW YORK. Oct. 18. The passengers by the Black Warrior. report that it was rumored at Havana. that Captain Porter should insist on landing the Crescent City, she would be fired into. The greatest exa citement prevails in consequence. Should shot be fired, Lieut. Porter has orders to surrender his vessel. The ship Elizabeth Jones, Capt. Brooks, is said to have been outraged by the Havana police, who searched her cabin and examined all her private papers, on suspicion that he had Fillibuster correspondence on board. Further conspiracies have been discovered at Mantanzas Del Rio and other places. The situation of the Patriots is every day more and more compromised. Imprisonments and denunciations multiply The conspiracy has been denounced at Mantanzas, and a section of the military commission despatched thither to enquire into the accusations and command the trials. The Captain General is very uneasy about the Crescent City business, and he has had very serious misunderstandings with his Secretary Martin Goliano, who has been his counsellor and guide in the transaction. Goliano wished to resign his Secretaryship Canedo, however. has not accepted his resignation, but on the contrary, told Goliano that, as he had led him into the bad scrape, he should see him out. and stand by the consequences of his conduct. The community have suffered much inconve nience from the arbitrary conduct of Gen. Canedo, and he will undoubtedly be recalled by his Government. Quite a number of persons have become obnoxious to the Government, but are safe from its vengeance, because in the United States they are politely requested to return. stand trial, and take their chance. Among the passengers in the Warrior are several Creoles, large means, who have come here with their families, and design becoming citizens of the United States, as they declared it impossible for any person who has the least self respect. to live longer at Havana, or indeed on the Island of Cuba. We learn from these passengers, that the Count of Poyos Dulces, brother-in-law of Lopez. is still in prison. He is confined in the most loathsome dungeon in the castle. All his property, which was very large. has been confiscated to the Government. and it was rumored that the noble Count himself would be given to the garrote, together with his brother. Don Jose Fras who was arrested at the same time. Threeo er persons, Senors Quatero, Balbin and Gonzales, have been tried and sentenced to death by the militaire, and are to be garroted in few days. The trial of numerous persons was progressing. Domiciliary visits were more numerous than ever. They are now made by day as well as at night. and bands of soldiers may be seen at all hours conducting some unhappy prisoner to the castle. There was no sort of security for either life. property or person all the Creoles who were able were making preparations to leave the Island. CHICAGO, Oct 20. About 2 o'clock this afternoon a fire was discovered in the helfry of the First Baptist Church, situated on the corner of La Salle and Washington streets, and in a few moments the whole spire was in flames. The wood work of the church was entirely consumed, leaving the walls standing. The origin af the fire is unknown, but as is workmen were engaged repairing the roof. it supposed to have cought from a pipe which a workman was seen smoking on the roof. No insurance. WASHINGTON, Oct. 11, 1852. There is a great run on the bogus Banks at Washington. The unknown Banks circulating and dating here, are the Central, Citizens, Empire. Fulton. Mechanics' Merchants' Exchange, Merchants & Mechanics', Metropolitan, Ocean. and Railroad. with about a dozen others, on which the run is being made. The Bank of the Union had a large circulation in the District. WASHINGTON. Oct. 23. It is rumored here that President Fillmore has written a letter. urging his friends to rally to the support of the Whig nominations, and send Whigs to Congress to support the administration. The steamsuip Fredonia will shortly leave with troops for Texas, to check the marauding Indians. BALTIMORE, Oct. 23. The opening of the Hanover Railroad was celebrated yesterday evening. It passed off pleasantly. NEW YORK, Oct. 23. Steamer Franklin sailed to-day for Southampton, with 100 passengers and $160,000 in specie. PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 23. The steamer City of Glasgow sailed to-day noon for Liverpool, with 45 passengers and $80,000 in specie. MONTPELIER. Oct. 15. The Legislature re-assembled this A. M., and resumed balloting for Speaker. On the 24th ballot. Thos. E. Powers, Whig, was declared elected

22. May 31, 1853 Daily Evening Star Washington, DC
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LOCAL AFFAIRS. New Appointments.-Thes are the days " among over. for crable yaller shaking kivers." and those officers there holding is begin consid the Corporation to if the permanency of their Even look as positions. they doubted Last night Captain John H. who ten years nine has been at the Auxa dismonths Goddard, Guard, received for head notice of the and of Now that the illiary missal. he has passed from one who is not entirely he a most service, has blinded been by every prejudice excellent will officer. admit that up in which officiating an office Captain Goddard he has intends and been his fitting as a Justice of the Peace, removal is not unwelcome. The removal of Cap tain Goddard has not opened a smooth for transgressors. be a to discharge the way filled by gentleman duties The fully of the place competent station. will James H. Birch, Esq., will enter upon the duties as Captain, and a long acquaintance with him gives us reason to know that he will not be trifled with. We know of no better the than this station person gentleman. and qualified all the He for abuse does not care for danger, which will be heaped upon him in consequence of the strict discharge of his duty he is willing and able to bear. We wish him good luck. The Irving Hotel.-The Philadelphia Sun has the following concerning this well-conducted hotel: The Irving Hoin Washington city, has changed lands-Mr. Daniel French, of Norfolk. having purchased the lease. As is usual administrations, there has been a turning from attic to under clean sweep," all general new out' cellar. and The a house has undergone thorough repairs, has been newly furnished, and is now well entitled to the classification that has heretofore been given it among the first hotels' of the metropolis. Mr. French was educated in a good school, under the tuition of his father, so long and favorably known as mine host' of the good old city of Norfolk. The Irving Hotel is very central and pleasantly situated, and with all its recent improvements cannot fail to command a large share of the publi r atronage." Navy Yard.-It is with much pleasure eare authorized to announce that Hon. Mr Dobbin, the present efficient Secretarv of the Navy, has made an advance of 25 cent. on the wages of the work at the creditable to gen is highly men employed per Navy the honorable Yard. This we have no tive the and tleman. of and enlightened doubt liberal is indica- policy will be likely to pursue. Washington Monument.-An act was introduced. on the motion of Mr. Davis, in the Board of Common Council yester day, and and at on to procure passed, place authorizing the polls, the Mayor to the re day of the election, suitable boxes ceive the contributions of our citizens in 21d of the National Washington Monument. --The buildings are increas ing in the No The steadily Island. Seventh Ward. and, part of the city is growing faster. we believe, on a better basis. The silly rumors have so long prevailed with regard the unhealthiness of to be Ward, that to are now proved utterly the Seventh false. We are much mistaken if it is not yet the principal Ward of the city. Banks.-In giving a list of the solvent banks of we inadvertently left and of the Farmers' this city, Merchants' have Bank been Statham, Smithson & Co. We informed that previous to the failure of Bank of the Union. this bank had a circulation of $136,000. all but $4,000 of which has been presented at the bank redeemed. We understand that the late issue of this bank circulates freely at West. It has a very limited circulason in this city. Paper-takers.-Some of our subscribers the Avenue are complaining that their so fond of the Star that they taking neighbors are constantly are it We from think the stores of those who pay for it. most honorable way to get the Star s to take it from the agent and pay for it. Rejoicing.--Last: night some young men the Capitol Hill, raised a bondfire to (Ipress at the Public commissioner their joy of Buildings. removal of One the was arrested and fined. Costly rejoicing think