First National Bank (Bedford, VA)

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VIRGINIA NEWS

Large quantities of seed oysters are being shipped from Kent county, Md., to be planted in York river. Dr. A. Schultz Miller, a prominent physician, died at his home, near Newmarket, Shenandoah county, yesterday. Prof. G. W. Hoenshel, principal of the Shenandoah Normal College, died on Sunday last at his residence in Reliance, of consumption, aged thirty. seven years. William Walke, a lumberman, residing in Berkly, was attacked by an epileptic fit while alone in a small boat on the Elizabeth river yesterday and, falling overboard, was drowned before assistance could be rendered him. Gov. O'Ferrall, it is understood, has purchased the handsome Beattie home near Forest Hill Park, just beyond Manchester. The purchase is made, it is supposed, with the view of the Gov. ernor's locating there after his term expires. The First National Bank, at Bedford City, suspended payment yesterday morning, and a short time after the Liberty Savings Bank also closed its doors. There has been a gradual run on the banks for some time and nearly all the deposits had been withdrawn. At a public meeting held at Fredericksburg yesterday resolutions were passed asking the government to establish national parks at the battlefields of Fredericksburg, Spottsylvania, The Wilderness and Chancellorsville, and asking the co-operation of the Grand Army and United Confederate Veterans: Surgeon P. M. Rixey, of the navy, who is a Culpeper man, was thesubject of a resolution introduced by Representative Boutelle yesterday, authorizing him to accept from the King of Spain the grand cross of naval merit, with the white distinction mark, in recognition of service rendered to the crew of the Santa Maria, who were injured by an explosion on that ship. The republican convention of the Sixth congressional district met at Roanoke yesterday evening and elected James McLaughlin, ex-postmaster of Lynchburg, and Everett Sproul, of Roanoke, without opposition, delegates to St. Louis. They were instructed for McKinley for President. Colonel Lamb was endorsed as State chairman, and Brack Stovall was nominated for presidential elector. A beautiful marriage took place at Garrisonville, Stafford county, on Wed nesday. The ceremony was performed at half-past 3 o'clock at the residence of the bride. The contracting parties were Miss Clara G. Parker, of Stafford, and John W. Foulkes, of Manassas The maid of honor was Miss Nannie K. Foulkes, sister of the groom, and the two bridesmaids were the Misses Carter, of Lynchburg, relatives of the bride. A private letter has been received by a gentleman in Manchester from a friend at Chesterfield Courthouse, which states that a rumor has reached that place that a family named Snead, residing about seven miles from that place, had been found murdered. The letter states that the family consisted of father, mother and two children, the eldest one about ten years of age. They lived some distance from any neighbors, and it was only by chance that the discovery of their death was made. There is much doubt of the truth of the rumor.

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BEDFORD BANKS CLOSE

THE FIRST NATIONAL SUCCUMBS TO 4 LONG-CONTINUED RUN. The Liberty Savings Bank Also Closes Its Doors-An Effort Will be Made to Reorganize at Once. BEDFORD CITY, VA., April 16.-Special.-The First National Bank at this place suspended a few minutes after the doors were opened this morning, and immediately thereafter the Liberty Savings Bank closed its doors. There has been a continuous run on the First National Bank since the 1st of January, and during that time over fifty thousand dollars of deposits have been withdrawn. The bank officers have made a heroic fight for life, but had at last to succumb to the continued drain, and could not realize on its assets fast enough to meet the withdrawals. It is impossible at this time to get any statement of the financial status of the banks, but it is believed that the depositors will get their money after some delay. Bedford has been singularly unfortunate in this respect, having experienced a similar crash about nine years ago, when the Bank of Bedford closed its doors. An effort will be made to reorganize the First National Bank at once. A dispatch from Washington last night says: The First National Bank, of Bedford City, Va., failed to-day. Its capital was $50,000 and surplus and profits $23,000. Its individual deposits amounted to $78,000 and the bank owed $55,000 borrowed money. Bank Examiner Burgwin has been placed in charge of the bank.

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TWO BANKS SUSPEND

The First National and the Liberty Savings at Bedford City. BEDFORD CITY, VA., April 16.-(Special.)-The First National Bank here suspended payment this morning at 10 o'clock, and a short time after the Liberty Savings Bank also closed its doors. Since January 1st there has been a continuous run on the First National. during which time about $50,000 of deposits have been withdrawn. The bank officers have made a brave fight, but were unable to realize on the assets sufficiently to meet the rapid withdrawals. The actual status of the bank is not yet fully known, but it is believed that, after some delay, depositors will be paid in full.

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Bank Failures at Bedford City

The First National Bank, of Bedford City, and the Liberty Savings Bank both closed their doors yesterday morning. The cause assigned for the failure is a constant but gradual run on the banks that has prevailed for several months. It is believed that the First National will pay its creditors and depositors in full, but the savings bank is believed to be in a much more uncertain condition. The failure has been expected for some time and it has caused no great excitement in Bedford. The First National Bank has & capital stock of $50,000 and T. D. Berry, & prominent Bedford tobscconist, is the president. R. B. Claytor is president of the Savings Bank. There were no large depositors and it is believed that the people will not suffer very seriously as the result of the failure. A TIMES reporter made inquiry at the banks in this city and learned that none of them will lose anything by these failures.

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BEDFORD CITY'S HARD LUCK

The Failure of the Two Banks and the Cause. BEDFORD CITY, April 17.-(Special.)Never before in the history of the town has It been true that there has not been a bank In operation. This morning there is a hush as of Sunday about the streets, as men stand in groups and discuss the all-absorbing topic of the suspension of the two banks on yesterday. Arising from the question of the high school, the relations between the town and county have been greatly strained of late, until the situation culminated in loss by the county of confidence in the banking institutions of the town. On January last a steady withdrawal of deposits in the National Bank began, tially increasing. and often amounting to more than $5,000 a day. To meet this the president of the First National Bank, Mr. T. D. Berry, made such arrangements as seemed adequate to meet the increasing demands, and hoped to be able to stem the tide, and that all would soon be easy again. But on yesterday morning, on the opening of this bank, there was such. a rush that the cashier, Mr. C. L. Mosby, knowing that it would be impossible to meet all of the withdrawals of money, deemed it advisable to suspend, and, closed the doors at 10 o'clock. The Liberty Savings Bank did likewise as soon as the First National had taken this action. MADE A DEED. The Liberty Savings Bank made a deed to its president, Mr. R. B. Claytor, conveying all of its property, real and personal, to Mr. J. W. Smith, the cashier. as trustee, to secure, first, all depositors of money, whether on certificate, subject to check, or otherwise, or money collected which had not been remitted: second, all liabilities of the bank not included in the first class, the first to be paid in full before the second. It can be truthfully said that not a scintilla of reproach attaches to the officers of either bank. The pressure of circumstances conspired to cause suspension. Depositors who have funds in these institutions are confident that after some necessary delay they will receive the full amounts of their deposits. Mr. Berry, the president of the First National, who organized the bank, and in which he has taken the greatest personal pride and interest, in his efforts to sustain the run on the bank, has not spared his personal property, and will lose heavily. The whole amount withdrawn from the First National is $52,000. The capital stock was $50,000, and its surplus and profits amounted to $23,000. The individual deposits amounted to $78,000, and the bank owed $55,000 borrowed money.

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THE BEDFORD BROKEN BANKS

Beautiful Fire Scenes on the Peaks of Otter. BEDFORD CITY, VA., April 23.-Special.-The failure of the banks has been the principal topic of interest during the past week. It is impossible to obtain the actual facts as to the status of the banks even at this time. Your correspondent has made every effort to obtain some information concerning the assets and liabilities, but without results. Inquiry at the First National Bank this morning only resulted in the statement by Mr. Burgwyn, the officer in charge, that he had not yet had time to make a full investigation, and was not allowed to make any statement at that time. The common belief is that all depositors will be paid in full. The Liberty Savings Bank made an assignment to J. W. Smith, trustee, conveying all its property and assets to secure its creditors. It is probable, when the Circuit Court meets, that an application will be made to that court to appoint a receiver for this bank also. Mr. Smith, who is in charge, states that it is believed that this bank will also pay its depositors in full, but there are doubts, about the correctness of this statement. A branch of the Lynchburg Trust and Savings Bank began busniess here this morning, with a capital stock of $150,000. It is officered by the most conservative business men of Lynchburg. They are all gentlemen of wealth, which insures to all depositors absolute safety. Allen Cuculler, who has had long experience in the banking business, has been elected cashier, and W. A. Fitzpatrick, who was book-keeper for the late First National Bank, holds a similar position in the new bank. The suspension of the banks has had quite a depressing effect on all branches of business, but it is hoped and believed that things will soon assume their normal condition. Mrs. Nannie J. Roberts, wife of D. W. Roberts, of Bedford county, died yesterday at her home, near Jeter's Chapel; at which place the funeral services were conducted to-day by Rev. Crumpecker. Deceased was only twenty-two years old. A colt belonging to J. S. Parker, who lives a short distance north of town, was bitten by a mad-dog last fall. The colt died last week, with every symptom of rabies. Mrs. R. B. Boatwright, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Clark, returned to her home in Buckingham county, this week, accompanied by Mrs. Clark, who will spend several weeks visiting her parents. Mrs. Boatwright is the mother of Presdeint Boatwright, of Richmond College. Cabell Davis, of Richmond, is here, making arrangements for the opening of the Hotel Bedford for the summer months. A forest fire has been raging in the Peaks of Otter for several days past. The flames extend almost from the bottom to the top of the mountain, and present a beautiful sight at night, and are visible from nearly all parts of the county. From seventy-five to one hundred men are fighting the fire, with but little success. On Sunday night it became so serious that some of the farmers along the base of the peak despaired of saving their homes, and began to move out their household effects, when fortunately a favoring breeze changed the course of the fire. It has been very destructive to wild game of all sorts, as well as to fences and timber.

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Domestic

RECORD OF THE LEAGUE CLUBS. Per Per Clubs. Won. Lost. ct. Clubs. Won. Lost. ct 3 .500 3 .800 Philadel .4 1 Chicago .500 Cincinnati.3 8 .800 Pittsburg 1 .500 .600 St. Louis 3 2 Brooklyn .883 4 .2 Boston .600 2 Cleveland .200 4 New York. .600 Washing'n 3 2 Baltimore.8 3 .500 Louisville 5 .167 The American National Bank of Denver, Col., closed its doors. Extensive damage has been done to the fruit crop of California by frosts. The United States battleship Massachusetts in its run from Delaware Capes to Cape Cod proved even faster than the battleship Indiana. Stocks opened lower on sales for London account. A false rumor was circulated on the other side that the Venezuelan controversy might break out afresh. There was good local buying, however, and the closing prices were considerably higher. W. F. Workman and Layman Williams, prominent citizens of Raleigh County, West Virginia, drank carbolic acid for whisky, and died from the effects. J. D. Buxton. cashier of the Minneapolis (Minn.) postofficee, has been placed under arrest for embezziement. The shortage 18 about $2100. Paderewski, the pianist in New York City, gave William Steinway $10,000 as a fund to establish prizes for American composers. Edia Stimquist, Mrs. Burden's kitchenmaid, was indicted, arrested and sent to the Tombs, New York City, on a charge of complicity in the robbery of the jewels. Governor A. I. Boreman, of West Virginia, died at Parkersburg. Starling Savage was taken from his bed at Irving College, Tenn., by a mob of masked moonshiners, and hanged to a tree. The doomed man was suspected of being a spotter for the United States Internal Revenue. Christ Union Church at Hellerstown. Penn., was struck by lightning and ourned to the ground. Loss, $12,000; insurance, $9000. Edward Pardridge, a noted wheat speculator, died of Bright's diseasei Chicago, III. Insurance agents have been instructed to cancel fire policies on buildings in New York affected by the Raines Liquor Tax law. The Appellate Division of the New York Supreme Court sustained the constitutionality of the Percy-Gray Racing law. Field Marshal Yamagata, of Japan, sailed from New York for Havre, on his way to Moscow, where he will represent Japan at the coronation of the Ozar. Three men were killed by an explosion in Peoria, III. At Turner's Falls, Mass.. five children were suffocated in a tenement-house fire. The names of the dead are Aime Dubois, four years old; Lena Dubois, seven. both children of Joseph Dubois; Rosie Roumier, Dubois's step-daughter. a girl of thirteen: Josephine Coumartine. twelve years old, and Edward Coumartine, ten years old. children of Charles Coumartine. The children were all French. At Maitland, Mo., the Farmer s' Bank wa robbed by three masked men, who blew the safe open and secured $1000 in silver. Baron Constantine de Grimm, artist, cartoonist, journalist. soldier and bohemian, died,at the age of fifty, in New York City, of pneumonia, accompanied by a complication of kidney disease. The First National Bank of Bedford City, Va., failed. Its capital was $50,000, and surplus and profits $23,000. Its individual deposits amounted to $78,000, and the bank owed $55,000 borrowed money. Thomas Brown, who was serving a seven years' sentence for burglary in the Jackson (Mich.) State prison, was killed whileattempting to escape. The lawyers of East New Jersey have induced Chancellor McGill to established a branch court at Asbury Park to accommodate the lawyers practicing in the territory between South Amboy and Toms River. Marquis Yamagata, the Japanese Field Marshal, visited the City Hall, New York City, and was received by the Mayor and the heads of various City Departments.

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erty.) But he couldn't real ze on the assets, even in New York, where they say money goes begging for borrowers, which, of course, is false. The Castle Braid Company, Brooklyn, N. Y, is in the hands of a receiver. It was a "sound money" concern, of course. The Oregon Railway and Navigation Company, Portland, Oregon, has been put in receivers' hands owing to "good gold standard times." The German National Bank, of Denver, has been in the hands of a receiver two years and has paid but 10 per cent. of its indebtedness. The Commercial National Bank, same city, has been in a receiver's hands for three years and has paid but 35 per cent. That is the result of the "best financial system in the world." Where is old returning prosperity I The Bank of Fairfield, Ill, has closed its doors on account of too much returning prosperity. The Northern Manufacturing Company, Oswego, N Y, is in the hands of a receiver. Not enough sound money is the trouble. E Kleinanan & Co., New York, clothiers, have assigned. Liabilities are all "sound." McIver Bros., the largest mercantile firm at Sanford, N C., assigned on the 5th. Liabilities $50,000 (sound ) They probably have enough of the gold standard business to last awhile. T. R Grabam, a Philadelphia sound money man, has disappeared owing large amounts of money. It is "gude in Yurrip." H. C & D. D. Beatie, one of the oldest firms in Richmond, Va, assigned last Tuesday. This is another star in the crown of the "sound money" Times and the Dispatch. The Foster Woolen Company. Kansas City, Mo, has assigne d Assets, $25,000. Liabilities unknown. The German-American Title Com pany, Louisville, Ky., has assigned. Liabilities, $209,000; assets, $250,000. The liabilities are supposed to be "sound J. L Hudson & Co., clothing, Buf falo, N. Y., have failed. Wayland Trask & Co., the most prominent brokers on Wall street, have failed. They robbed their victims until nothing was left but the single standard. The Investment Trust Co, Topeka, Kansas, largely controlled by Boston capitalists, has failed for a good many dollars' worth of sound liabilities. W. Gregory, lumber dealer, Richmond, Va, assigned on the 7th. Lia bilities, $4 900, (sound.) The First National Bank and Lib erty Savings' Bank, both of Bedford City, Va., have succumbed to the inevitable. But Rothschilds has got his bonds all the same. J. H. Louis, of New York, is charged with stealing from Schloss & Co., clothing dealers, for which firm he was manager. He is a sound money man G. L Schro'eder, a member of the New York Cotton Exchange, has failed for a large number of sound dollars The London Universal Bank, London, England, has failed for a large sum, which they claim to be able to pay in full. Why didn't they pay it then? It Was established in 1857 W. H. McGee, one of the wealthiest men in Bedford City, Va., has made an assignment because he couldn't pay a debt of 10,500 sound dollars-"gude in yurrip." A shovel trust has been formed in Boston. They propose to reduce the output and raise the price 20 per cent. That is one of the ways to go through single standard times. But what a clamor would be raised if the farmers decide to sit down and reduce the production of all cereals and raise prices. They would be called all sorts of names. But trusts are formed and the promo tors are called smart. A dispatch brings the information that Ex Gov. Bob Taylor was nomi nated for Governor by the Tennessee State D. pcratic Convention Friday. Telegram says: "The administration of Cleveland was only referred to by

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Bedford City Broken Banks

BEDFORD CITY, VA., May 11.-Special.-The recent failure of the banks and the depression in business continues to be the absorbing tople of conversation in Bedford. Col. Burgwin, the National Bank Examiner, has completed his report of the affairs of the First National Bank, which has been forwarded to the Comptroller at Washington. The people here, however, know no more about its condition than they knew on the morning it closed. Mr. Burgwin has been annointed temporary receiver, but he refuses to give out any statement concerning its affairs. The grand jury has been laboriously engaged for several days investigating the condition of the Liberty Savings Bank. They adjourned Wednesday to Tuesday next, when they will continue the investigation. It is understood that several indictments will be made, but nothing has been given out publicly, exgept that Commonwealth's Attorney Claytor stated in open court that he would retire from the conduct of the cases, which is interpreted to mean that he had information that indictments would be made. The reason given by Mr. Claytor, for this action is that all the parties, except two, were related to him by blood or marriage, and that he thought the best interests of the Commonwealth demanded that he step aside, and that the court appoint an attorney to conduct the prosecution. The people are waiting with bated breath the action of the jury on Tuesday next.

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BEDFORD CITY INDICTMENTS

The Grounds on Which They Were Brought. BEDFORD CITY, May 15.-(Special.)The grounds for the indictment of parties connected with the Liberty Savings Bank, a list of whom was given in the Dispatch of Thursday, and who may be classified under two general heads, can be briefly stated as follows: The cashier of the bank, Mr. J. W. Smith, is indicted on the charge of embezzling the sum of $68,500 of the funds of the bank, and Mr. T. D. Berry is indicted as an accessory to this act. There are other indictments against the same parties for smaller amounts, included in the above. The foundation for these indictments is understood to be the fact that Mr. Berry borrowed at different times these amounts from the bank, with the consent of the cashier, without giving. in the estimation of the grand jury, sufficient security, although the bank holds the notes of the firm of Berry Brothers for all of these sums. The indictments included in the second class are for making alleged false and misleading statements as to the financial condition of the bank. The indictment declares that the said statement reported $28,796.42 in other stocks and mortgages, When in reality the assets were of little value, and that this statement represented the paid-in capital of the bank as $55,000, when the bank had the note of Mr. Berry for $11,500 of that amount. Indictments under this classification were returned against Mr. R. B. Claytor, the president; E. B. Stone, vice-president; J. W. Smith, and H. C. Lowry. A few years ago the capital stock of the Liberty Savings Bank was increased, the subscriptions to be paid in instalments. The notes of the subscribers to new stock were taken for their subscriptions, in whole or in part. The note of Mr. Berry was created in this way. There is much interest and excitement prevailing, and a majority of the better people feel great sympathy for these gentlemen, who have become involved in these unfortunate business transactions, and retain their faith in their integrity. They believe that but for the rush made on the First National Bank. which forced it to suspend, the calamity would have been averted and time afforded to adjust these various transactions.

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Hon. John Goode Receiver. BEDFORD CITY, VA., June 23.-(Special.)-A telegram was received this evening from Washington appointing Hon. John Goode receiver for the First National Bank here.

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HON. JOHN GOODE. WHY HE IS NOT SPEAKING IN THE CAMPAIGN. Cordial Endorsement of BryanThe Good Work of the DispatchBedford City Locals-Religious and Social Notes. BEDFORD CITY, October 10.-(Special.) Surprise has been expressed that Hon. John Goode has not actively participated in the political campaign that is stirring the nation as no previous one has ever done. When interviewed on the subject this morning, Mr. Goode stated that his duties as receiver of the First National Bank were of such an exacting character, requiring his constant presence, that it had been impossible for him to accept any of the numerous invitations he had received from many points, to address the people. He entertains a very high opinion of Bryan, and cordially endorses him and will cast his vote for him. In his long experience of the county of Bedford in regard to political questions, he has, he said, never seen such unanimity on the part of as large a proportion of Democratic voters to support any cause as that which now prevails on the free silver question. In referring to the conduct of the Dispatch during the campaign, Mr. Goode said: "In my opinion, the campaign in Virginia has been conducted by the Dispatch with unusual vigor and ability. Its editorials have been very spirited and pointed. They have done a great deal in forming the Democratic columns and in stirring up the people to a full sense of the important issues involved." RELIGIOUS. The final quarterly conference of the Methodist Church, prior to the meeting of the annual conference, which takes place at Lynchburg, November 11th, was held this week, and presided over by Rev. Oscar Littleton, the presiding elder of the district. The Board of Stewards of the Church for the coming year were elected as follows: Messrs. A. M. Hughlett, J. F. Spencer, W. A., Fitzpatrick, E. B. Stone, T. C. Jopling, O. C. Rucker, W. W. Berry, Jr., J. H. Walker, J. E. Wamsley, and E. S. Fisher. Mr. J. F. Spencer was chosen recording. and T. C. Jopling as district steward. Professor A. M. Hughlett, of RandolphMacon Academy, again received license as an exhorter. Mr. Hughlett, in the absence of the pastor, has frequently filled the pulpit of the church here, and his discourses are very earnest, able, and impressive. Mr. Alexander Miller, a student of the academy, was granted the exhorter's license. In addition to the trustees that have for a long time held the position, four additional ones were elected, who are Messrs. L. R. Gills, W. A. White, G. P. Parker, and Dr. T. C. Dennis. This is the largest church organization in the town, and is full of zeal in all of the various departments of Church work. The present pastor, Rev. J. T. Whitley, has been most acceptable, and wields a large influence in the entire community. He is an able preacher and model pastor. THE BROKEN BANK. The receiver of the First National Bank will, some time during the present month, declare to the depositors of the bank a dividend of 15 per cent. Mr. Goode says that It is impossible yet to ascertain what amount the bank will pay out, as some of the claims have not been realized upon, and there are several suits pending th connection with other claims. The second trial of Mr. J. W. Smith, in connection with the affairs of the Liberty Savings Bank, which had been set for Thursday, did not come up, as

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DIVIDENDS OF FAILED BANKS Together With Some Account of Fresh Commercial Smashes, Washington, Oct. 19.-The comptroller of the currency has declared dividends in favor of insolvent national banks as follows: Twenty per cent the First National bank of Bedford City, Va.; 20 per cent the Kearney National bank of Kearney, Nebraska; 20 per cent the First National bank of Port Angeles, Wash.; 15 per cent the Farmemrs' National bank of Portsmouth, Ohio; 10 per cent the First National bank of Corry, Pa.; 4½ per cent the City National bank of Hastings, Neb. Hartford, Conn., Oct. 19.-Judge Henry E. Taintor, receiver for the assigned banking firm of George P. Bissell & Co., today filed in the superior court a partial inventory which shows 800 depositors, with total deposits of $290,000. All assets that could be found Monday total $307,236.33, but the receiver is unable to give any approximate statement of the liabilities and aside from the fact that the failure is known to be a very heavy one, nothing has as yet been ascertained. Buffalo, N. Y., Oct. 19.-The Western New York Preserving and Manufacturing company, of Springville, the largest business concern of that village, has gone into the hands of a receiver. Statements made to the court show the assets to be $26,756; liabilities $167,373. Philadelphia, Pa., Oct. 19.-Coon Bros., wholesale cheese dealers, doing business at 29 Water street, made an assignment today for the benefit of their creditors. Stringency in the money market caused the failure. No statement of assets or liabilities was given out. Topeka, Kan., Oct. 19.-The Golden Eagle Clothing company, managed by S. Ettlinger, failed today. Assets and liabilities about $30,000 each.

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TEXAS FEVER THERE

State Veterinarian Niles Discovers the Disease Bedford County, BEDFORD CITY, Va., July 29.-Spectal. -State Veterinarian Miles writes to Thos. S. West, chairman of the Board of Supervisors, that his assistant has discovered Texas fever in the cattle on Hogan's farm, this county, which farm has been quarantined, as also Jesse Pollard's, of Otter Hill, where ticks exist. Mr. Miles states that unless these diseases are stamped out It will become necessary to place Bedford county below the quarantine line next season, and recommends that the Board of Supervisors pass a nofence law as the most efficacious way of accomplishing this object. Much concern is felt by the farmers in regard to this matter, and steps will be immediately taken to stamp out the disease. The remaining assets of the First National Bank will be sold at auction September 4th and the receiver's office-closed. The bank has paid 23 per cent. to depositors, and if certain suits now under intigation are won it will probably pay 10 per cent. more. The Horticultural Society have decided to hold another exhibit next fall. Mrs. M. W. Thaxton, wife of the late N. G. Thaxton, died at the home of her sister-in-law, Mrs. P. L. Huddleston, in this city, last Saturday morning, aged about thirty-six years. Mrs. Thaxton had been a sufferer for several months, and stopped at Mrs, Huddleston's last week on her way home to Horeb from Coyner's Springs, where she had gone hoping for benefit, but was disappointed. She was buried Sunday morning in the Thaxton graveyard from Flint Hill Baptist church, of which she had been a consistent member since her youth, Rev. J. A. Barnhardt conducting the services. The Strawberry Association of the Baptist churches to be held at Peck's church, August 3d, 4th and 5th, embraces the churches of Bedford county and some in Campbell and Franklin, including Lynchburg-forty-six in all. Each sends three delegates, besides the pastor, as ex-officio member. The association is not a governmental body, but more of an advisory meeting to receive reports of progress of the churches and suggest measures of further growth and advancement. Dr. Fisher has been annually elected moderator for the last fifteen years, but he has recently moved to Norfolk, and a new man will be appointed. Rev. F. P. Robertson, of Cabell-Street Baptist church, Lynchburg, will preach the opening sermon Tuesday morning, August 3d. The Lynchburg Methodist District Conference meets at Yellow Branch, Campbell county, and teachers' examina-

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FIRST NATIONAL BANK

The remaining assets of the First National Bank were sold at auction Saturday. These consisted of claims the receiver considered too worthless to sue for. Items ranging in amounts from $100 to $16,000 brought sums ranging from 1 cent to $15, the latter being paid for the open account of Liberty Savings Bank of $16,610. The furniture also sold very low, a time lock safe which cost $450 going for $120. The office will be kept open till October 1. to finally wind up its affairs. --Bedford Bulletin.

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Comptroller Dawes, in the interest of depositors and stockholders of defunet national banks, consolidated a number of receiverships, making one man rew ceiver for two or more banks, wherever liquidation has proceeded far enough. Hon. J. F. Aldrich has in charge a number of banks, among them the First National Bank of Ashevill,e with headquarters in this city. The affairs of the First National Bank of Bedford City, being nearly wound up, receiver, Hon. John Goode, will not be disturbed.

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The affairs of the First National Bank of Bedford City, being nearly wound up, receiver, Hon. John Goode, will not be disturbed. A call has been issued by Comptroller Dawes for a report of the condtion of national banks on December 1st. Hon. Babe Bailey, the Texas prize beauty, has arrived in Washington and will be on exhibition at the House Monday next. The feature of his arrival was his refusal to talk for publication. Sueh unheard-of performance on the part of the leader is the talk of the town. What can it mean? is on everybody's tongue, but no one can vouchsafe an answer. It is not thought that much time withelapse after the fall of Speaker Reed's gavel Monday night before the spell is broken and he will demonstrate that his tongue still has locomotor atoxia. One of Bailey's supporters claims that Messrs. Swanson, Hay, Epes, Young, Rhea and Otey will certainly be for Ballav in caucus, and that Messrs. Lamb. Rixey and Quarles have not declared themselves. Mr. Jones is one of the original DeArmond men, and will doubtless continue to lead his forces in the contest. By direction of the Secretary of War. Circular No. 42, October 18. 1898, publishing decision relative to commutation of rations for nurses, is amended to read as follows: "Inasmuch as female nurses in general hospitals are, by section 1277, Revised Statutes. entitled to commutation of rations, it is ordered that commutation of rations will hereafter be allowed to all nurses. whether male or female or whether employed in general or other hospitals, when they are granted leaves of absence by the officer in command or in charge of the hospital, the rate to be the same as that of enlisted men on furlough, that is, twenty-five cents per day, "It appearing that the records of the proceedings of general courts-martial are often held for some time after action thereon by the reviewing authority before being forwarded to the office of the Judge Advocate General for file. attention is called to the fact that the records, when complete, should be forwarded to the Judge Advocate General without unnecessary delay." The rural free delivery service has assumed such proportions that an order was issued to-day by First Assistant Postmaster General Heath districting the country. Virginia. North and South Carolina, Delaware and Maryland were brought together in the "Maryland DIvision," with Messrs. M. S. Plummer and F. E. Bach agents. They will investigate all applications for service from these States and make all investigations, necessary in connection with the work in th division.