The Daily state journal. [volume] (Alexandria, Va.) 1868-1874, 1871-10-12
CONDITION OF THE BANKS.

CONDITION OF THE BANKS.
Chicago, Oct. 11.-All the banks will be
able to resume business. A number of
their vaults have been opened, and the con-
tents, without exception, have been found
uninjured. Every bank in the city claims
to be able, in time, to pay every dollar of
its Indebtedness.
THIEVES, BURGLARS, AND INDENDI-
ARIES, ETC.
Chicago, Oct. 1.-THE police continue
to capture thieves, burglars, and incendia-
res. They are generally dealt with in o
summary manner in order to prevent fur
ther trouble.
Measures have been taken for the imme-
date rebuilding of the Pacific Hotel.
Water was turned on in the south di-
vision this afternoon, so that all the popu-
lated portions of the city are now supplied.
THE LOSS OF GRAIN.
Chicago, October 1.-THE total loss Of
grain is definitely ascertained at 100000
bushels.
! Four vessels were loaded with grain for
the East to-day, and the eastern movement
will continue, as there are fully 5,000,0 900
| bushels now in store.
THE ERIE RELIEF TRAIN-SYMPATHY
| ALONG THE RoUTE-IMMENSE SUP
| PLIES, ETC.
Susquehdnla, Pa, Oct. IL 3:05 p. M.
| On Board the Erie Relief Trom.-There
has not been moments delay thus far
The arrangements for clearing the track are
perfect. Intense sympathy is manifested
all along the road. Numbers of people of
all classes are assembled at the dep6ts, at
tempting to throw bundles on board as we
whistle past. Goods are piled up at the
principal stations awaiting the next train.
| We are now over the heaviest grades, and
can make still better time on the Susque-
hanna division.
Elmira, October live took the lead
of the lightning express train at Susque-
hanna, and have made an unprecedented
run to this point. Dense crowds are col
lectng at every station, where contributions
are awaiting us.
Ne,o York, October 11.-From all points
throughout the county reports are received
of munificent contributions to Chicago.
Fortress Monroe, October 1.-THE citi-
zens and officers here are subscribing liber-
ally for the relief of the Chicago sufferers.
The Latest.
SHELTER AND FUEL MOSTLY NEEDED.
| Chicago, Oct. 12.--Mayor r. B. Mason
telegraphs the committee and persons desi-
rous to aid the Chicago sufferers, to send
money instead of purchasing supplies, as
shelter and fuel for the winter are most
needed.
Flour and hams, and especially blankets
and bedding arc wanting, but contributions
should come in cash drafts payable to the
order of David A. Gage, City Treasurer,
Chicago, and addressed to him.
AID MOVEMENTS.
London, October 12.-Municipalities and
trade associations throughout England are
moving in behalf of Chicago. The amount
raised will be large.
Similar movements are realizing large
amounts on the Continent.
Galveston, October 1.-THE proprietors
of Greenwall's Opera-House, and the entire
theatrical company, give clear benefit
Monday night for the Chicago sufferers.
The Galveston printers donate Mondays
earnings to the Chicago printers, and sug-
gest similar movements on the part Of
printers throughout the Union.
The Chamber of Commerce is raising
money for Chicago.
Neac Orleans, Oct. 12.-The Knights Of
Pythias hold convention tomorrow fol
the benefit of Chicago.
Bidwell's Academy of Music, and Hart
Reyman & Barney's Minstrels give grand
complimentary benefits Monday night.
THE LIGHTNING RELIEF TRAIN-HoMI
INSURANCE COMPANY.
Buffalo, N. T., October l2.-The light
ming train for Chicago encountered heavy
rain, sleet and snow, but proceeded at un
diminished speed. The run from New
York hither was the fastest ever made.
} Neao York, October 12.--The Home In
surance company, after paying $2,OO0,00l
, of Chicago losses, claims to have assets lef
amounting to $2,750,000.