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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

The Daily Union. published at At
lantic City, n. j., contains in its issue
Of Aug. l, an account of the death of
Mrs. Eliza H. North of Hammonton.
who died Thursday at midnight. De-
ceased had been i'll but few days and
her last hours We're peaceful She was
in her SD year She was born in
Fayette, Maine. where she lived till
1910. Her home has been in Harmon
ton since 1880, Her husband. the late
Dr.. Joseph II. North. died about three
years ago. All her seven children sur
Nive her. Deceased was lady of many
virtues and exalted character.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
daily Kennebee 5ournal.

CARDS OF THANKS. OBITUARY
NOTICES, RESOLUTIONS OF RE-
SPEcT, ETC, VII, be charged at tho
rate OF ten cents per line. No charges
less than seventy-fve cents
ALL ADVERTISING ANNOUNCE
MEHTS or ENTERTAINMENTS, who's.
object IS the raising OF money will be
charged a the rate OF fifteen centsa line
ADVERTISING NOTICES. news form.
VIII be excluded from our local columns.
except such as refer to advertisers occu-
plying space In our advertising columns.
and VIII be run under a separate head
on one OF the local pages.
Subscribers who fail 20 receive the
JOURNAL promptly viii confer 4 favor
by notifying the Office Immediately.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
The North American Review

for August opens with a mastery pa
per from the pen of Sir Walter Besant on
THE Future of the Anglo-SaXon Race.
The Hon. Robert P. Porter most peril
nently asks rs Japanese Competition a
MYTH" THE Canadian Elections and
Their Result are discussed by J. w
Russell II. w. Lucy furnishes an ac-
curate insight into 1.-The Power of the
British Press" Under the caption of is
sues and Prospects of the Campaign,
two extremely important political arti-
cles are contributed by Senator w. f.
Chandler and the Hon. Josiah Quincy
An interesting study of Some Ante-Bel-
lum Politics" is INDUCED in by the Hon
George w. Julian. DR.. II. S. Williams
deals with the query Can the Criminal
be Reclaimed?" A theory of Natural BIZ
metallism" is propounded by George II
Lepper. In Novels Without a Purpose.
Grant Allen advances the opinion that in
the twentieth century such works of fic-
ton will not obtain serious recognition
from the public.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
SlOo REWARD.

Complaint has reached tho
JCu HhAl that papers delivered to
tho doorways CT subscribers on
Water street have been stolen dur
ing the last few days. We will raw
one hundred dollars in cash for
the arrest and conviction or for
evidence that will lead to the ar.
rest and conviction Of any thief
stealing the journal from our SUBJ
scrihers in any part Of the city.
BuRLEich g. FLYNT.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
Godey's Magazine

for August contains lots of entertaining
reading for the summer time. Half a
dozen pieces of fiction give a very read
able variety in that line. and something
stranger than fiction is told in Albert l..
Parkes' anecdotes of Anna Bishop. An
especially timely article is Some Armen-
ian Notables,' which gives many unfa-
miiar and interesting facts in regard to
the illtreated nation of Asia Minor and
its greatest men and women. Light and
Sound on the Stage" tells many of the
secrets of mechanical effects in use in
the theatre. and the illustrations help r.
make ih"r1 c's' american Wives OF
Folli4u Diplomats contains much that
is descriptive of diplomatic life in Wash
ington society.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
CITY OF AUGUSTA.
Collectors N.pticN

Notice is hereby given that the taxes
city of Augusta for the year 1896 were
committed to ]. r. Townsend, Collector
Of said city on the 18th day of June. 1896.
That by vote of the City Council of
SAID city, said taxes are due and pay
able to said Collector on or before the
18TH day of September 1886. and that an
abatement or discount of five per cent
VIII be allowed on all taxes assessed for
paid to said collector on or before the goth
day of August, 1896. and interest will be
added to all of said taxes remaining un-
paid September 18th. 1895. from that date
]. r. TOWNSEND, Collector
Augusta, June IL, 1886. 1unel5dtd
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
The Engineering Magazine.

The current number of the Engineering
Magazine opens with an important paper
on THE Relations of Finance to Indus
trial Success by the distinguished finan-
cier and critic, Henry Clews. Frank NJ.
Loomis discusses vigorously 1.-THE Fail
lacy of Municipal Ownership of Fran
chises." An article of much interest is
contributed by Raimundo Cabrera under
the caption Natural Wealth and Indus
trial Possibilities of Cuba w. j. Ste
vens discusses British Railway Stocks
as Desirable investments"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
for Sale or to 4et.

Small advertisements not exceeding
the head of WANTED, FOR SALE, TO
LET. LOST. &C., will be inserted two
times for % cents, three times for g
cents and one week for 30 cents,
ADVANCE PAYMENT. In sending by
mail remittance of postage stamps or
postal note should be made with order,
as the charges are too small to open &C
counts for.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
New England Magazine.

The illustrated papers in the current
number of the New England Magazine
are of more than the usual attractiveness
and excellence. They include THE Insti-
tutional Church. 1.-THE Birthplace of the
Order of Cincinnati" "a New England
Town under Foreign Martial Law
tlcastport. Me) 1.-The Blue Hills of Mil
ton" and THE Story of Cleveland"
Other articles of note in this number in
clude Damon and Pythias Among Our
Early Journalists and Jefferson and
Hamilton in Our Education" There are
several interesting stories.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
The well-known first class restaurant

The well-known first class restaurant
located at No. 157 Water street, Gardiner,
is offered for sale. Average daily bust
four seat table; hot and cold water; bath
tub; range and all necessary furniture
and paraphanelia for complete restau-
RANT RAM outat. There There Is 3VX6o tenement ,e n
tive business man this offers a rare
chance for business Step in and see for
yourself. Reason for selling ill health
and busy in another store For terms, in
quire of f. W. Whitehouse. Augusta. Me.
May &c. 1896 may27dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

was run over by a lumber wagon
Dio not expect to live. Was terribly
pioated. My friends bathed me with
Dr. Thomas Electric Oil. and 1 was
cured. We have great faith in Thorn
as Eclectric Oil" Mrs. VIM. F. Bah
COCK, Noryell, Jackson Co., Mich.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Robert Fisher was given 10 days in
jail, Thursday, by Judge Andrews for
drunkenness. - -sher was found drunk.
the night before, by Patrolman Thomp-
son. and his team was also found.
uncared for. Fisher is an old offender.
ana has been abusing himself with
liquor in a pitiful fashion. His wife.
as usual, was at the trial, and tried to
make it easy for him.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

During the past few months.
number of steel ceilings have been put
in stores, ana offices in this city. and
they are generally met with much
favor. They look well. and are prettily
gotten up They make a very attract
i've substitute for frescoing. and are
undoubtedly very substantial.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
Local Notice.

William T. Dobson of Boston. will be
in the city for a few weeks and will
receive limited number of students in
voice culture at Pope's piano rooms POI
Water street on Wednesdays and Fri
days. aug4d2w.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

On Western avenue, house, ell and
barn, with two acres good land. House
contains six rooms, pantry. closets. Water
piped to house and barn from a never
if sold soon. The present owner would
rent the place until October, sc. For
terms address j. l. Bailey, Augusta. or
apply on the premises. juiy17dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

For quiet rest and pure country air
write for terms and try Elm Cottage.
East Winthrop, Maine. head Cobbossee-
contee Lake, one mile from Hammond :
Grove. Large rooms. Mrs. Anetta r..
Wadsworth augidiw*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
WANTED
A Good Business Opportunity.

Wanted Il young man with $1,000 capital
10 buy II half intero ST in one OF the best
Clothing. Hats and Caps and Gents Fur
nishing goods stores on the kennebec
river. Address Opportunity. Journal Of
flee. augI .dlw*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Don't forget the excursion to Fort
fopham and Boothbay Harbor next
sunday. The Maine Central has ar
ranged for one of the best excursions
Of the season. Trains leave from
Skowhegan, stopping at all points
along the route, connecting with the
elegant steamer Keunebec at Gardi-
nal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Grant Rogers of Richmond, Repub-
litan candidate for county commits
sioner in Sagadahoc county, was in
the city. Thursday, on business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
AUGUST MAGAZINES.
The Forum.

The August number of the Forum con-
tains no less than thirteen timely and I'M
usually interesting articles. The leading
article, entitled Mr.. Godkin on the West:
a Protest. is contributsd by Charles S
Gleed. r.. S. Van DYKE contributes a
forceful and timely paper entitled 1.-The
Financial Bronco" Under the significant
heading, Imperative Reasons for Repub-
lican Control three distinguished men,
bers of the Republican party set forth
arguments for the success of their party
in November. The papers are 1.-The Free
Coinage Epidemic Senator Justin 5.
Morrill,; "Blunders of Democratic Ad-
minstratin~ - Senator S. NJ. Cullom, and
Win ,Ae Republican Party Stands
For" General Horace Porter. The re-
naming papers discuss wide range OF
fnnicS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

The excursion To Bar Iarbor sun
day. leaving Augusta at a15 anu other
points along the route at correspond
ing time. will doubtless draw a large
crowd. Prices are down. The excur-
sion viii be conducted on Sundays
through August.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Mir. and Mrs. Frank Moody Of
Lowell, Mass. are visiting their cousin.
Mrs. Everett Han. Mr.. Moody is one
of Lowers popular -rugaists. and is
one IF the best in the business.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
The Eclectic MAGAZINE,

The August Eclectic Magazine is an ex
cellent number of this always ably ed
tied periodical. The leading papers in
this number include 1.-The Relations Be
tween the United States and Great Brit
ain. Art and Life" "Kaffir Finance -
Ii Hung Chang" Modern Hygiene in
Practice The Modern Persian Stage :.
and The Religious Education of Chill
dren"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

In good order two seated light open
carriage (surry); Il hand made new light
open wagon, Bangor Punt) both will be
sold at bargain. Il. G.. Storer, - Grove
Street. june24dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

a round top tent, So feet in diameter
with floor made in sections also five
second hand carriages. These can be
bought At your own price G. W. Hussey,
Pants Factory Bldg, Gage street
iulVoiutf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Mrs. =. r. Parrot and Miss Flor
ence Parrot went to Small Point.
Thursday, for Visit at the Manleys.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

+. z. Partridge has a new sign for
his Temple drug store: one that is
appropriate and attractive.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

The Millnocket House at Ocean Point
is open for boarders for the rest of the
season. r. L. Johnson, proprietor.
july31d2W*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Is. +. Gurus Of Richmond chairman
Of the board of selectmen Of that town.
vas in The city. THURSDAY.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Mrs G. a. Philbrook and Miss May
Philbropk left Thursday, for a 10 days
visit In oxford county.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

A new ~ story house and ell. piazza
wood Sled and garden water etc. good
refs l.borhood. A rare bargain. Two
thirds paid on mortgage il desired. \.
G Andrews. mar.Gdtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
Donahoe's Magazine.

The August Donahoes opens with a
thoughtful and practical paper on Child
Study in Sunday School," by Mrs. B. F.
Burke. The illustrated articles are THE
Harp Among Various Peoples by Cath
crime Feeney; Some Prototypes of Fa-
nous Herones." by Charles Robinson,
and "A Pillar of Hercules" and both in
matter and illustrations they are UNI
usually interesting. Two other articles
of note are Louise Lateau: a Memoir. -
by Rev William Walsh. and "Catholic
Tolerance in Irish History" by J. A. j.
Mckenna. There are several readable
short stories and the usual departments.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
Hote! Employment Agency

of Augusta. Established under the
auspices of the Maine Association. with
offices at Portland, and Bangor, and the
central Maine office at 229 Water ST.
Augusta. Lewis Selbing. Manager. Help
furnished for positions of all kinds. Cor
respondence solicited Office hours from
A. NJ. till u noon, 1.30 to p. NJ, and
to p. NJ. augld3moS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Old papers, whole and clean at Ken
nehcc Journal office. price 10 cents per
hundred
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Always in season. Hopkins Steamed
'iominy Ululled Corn.) Elegant lunch
in Milk CT. can, loo. aug7 eod&w4w
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
LOST.

MADAM BRANN-Clairvoyan is at A.
Gage street, Augusta. Me. july20dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

A crew Of railroad men are al work
On the rails of the NJ. c. along by the
Augusta station.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
Self Culture.

The current number of this able maya
zine contains large number of instruc-
tive papers among which are noted the
following: THE Malady of SPAIN THE
Republican and Democratic Conven-
lions. Warren Hastings His Life and
Work. The Poet Cowper," George Ell
lot in Her Letters and Journals" Sara
jeanette Duncan" Important Debates
in Congress" and Hereditary transmits
sion of Cerebral Defects"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

FIFTEEN DOLLARS REWARDED
the finder of the diamond stud lost in Au-
gusta July 4 or any person telling who
has it. on its recovery the same reward
will be paid. The stud is known to have
been found. Call at Journal office.
july21d1w*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

For sale or to let. convenient modern
house on Quimby street. |. II. Randall.
apr3dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

House and stable. we'll located in good
repair, large lot. Apply to w. G. Boothby.
diff
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Two convenient tenements. Corner of
Court and Sewall streets. w. g. Booth
by at kennebec Savings Bank.
mayz7dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Senator A. r. Day of Corinna. was
In the city. Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Charles F. Dunlap Of Portland was
in the city, Thursday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS TODAY.

Sapolio.
T., g. A. cigar.
~, salc-Tcp buggy
W"ni.9-l"uns man with capital.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

At Concert han opposite court house,
Sta-e street, Baskets collins and robes.
Ten 10 twenty-five per cent saved by
leaving your orders with c. r. Wells, I'm
dertaker. Residence, No. Is Church St.
july21 .dlft*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
Local Matters,

Mrs. George X. Lawrence is in Bos-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Mrs J. y. Jones is visiting at ocean
! paint
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
IL.

A capable girl for general homework.
Apply to w. E. Bartlett, Box i'll. Angus
ia. aug5d1w*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Grocery and Provision Business. Nice
clean stock. No expensive fixtures but
everything needed to do business with
Good class of customers Sales will now
average 800 day. VIII show books and
explain to anyone wishing to purchase.
For particulars write II. w. L., care Ken
nebec Journal, Augusta. july24dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

A young man of good habits. with It
slight knowledge of bookkeeping and ca
pabe of debating good letter. can learn
of situation by addressing in his own
handwriting, Post Office Box 43, Augusta,
Me. juy3ldtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

me elegant estate situate in Augusta,
at the junction Of Green and State streets
owned .,sn, by Erastus Bartlett Esq. and for
merry n occupied by DR.. J. o. Webster; it
the heart Of the City. and the house is
most thoroughly built, equipped with fur
mace. bath room. set range, open fire
lrhs land and thorough system Of plumbing.
house could easily be turned into a dwe iio
ing. To be sold at a low price. Apply to
Of ADDRESS -Lendal Titcomb, Augusta.
nov13dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

Man with small capital for good cash
business. Can be located anywhere. VIII
pay $500 o $1,000 Il day easy. No peddlins.
Box 175, Worcester. Mass. july30dl+t*
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07
TO LET.
Old Orchard Beach.

A good front office on Water Street
Augusta. Inquire of Macomber Farr &
Co. :" Water st. aug5dtf
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1896-08-07

After September LIST, a good convenient
tehenent for small family. Inquire at
ii Eastern Ave, City. aug5d1w*
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1896-12-02

s57. 6Sl, where Il stood on Sept. I. In
the latter half Of August there oc-
Cured favorable turn In foreign ex-
change. which had the effect. first. of
checking the outflow OF gold. and later.
OF setting In motion a rapid current
In the opposite direction.
''As some OF the imported material
Was brought for the purpose Of supply
ing the inland demand Off currency.
and az the preference which was man.
ifested I'm the interior for gold had not
yet become a factor in the situation. a
great part Of the early inflow found It's
way into the treasury In exchange for pa
per- In the fifteen months
ended with September last the with
drawals OF gold from the treasury I'm
redemption United States notes and
treasury notes amounted TO the i'm
mense sum OF 1892. 372 .205. while the net
gains Of gold from all sources attained a
total OF SOS, 1873. 9O2"
The public debt outstanding June 30,
1896. IL shown To have been 81, 769 $40, 1928,
and on June 80, 1896. 81 $40. 12O9S3. Ac-
cording TO the revised estimates OF the
department the total monetary stock
on June 30. 1896. was 81. 34S, 33S.571. as
compared with s2.34S. 33s. 571 on June 80.
1895. Since the close OF the fiscal year
this loss has been fully recovered. chief
~ by the importation OF gold
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1896-12-02
CLEVELAND WILL LIVE IN JERSEY.
President VIII Reside at Princeton After
the Fourth of March.

Princeton. y. j., Nov 2s-Rumors
have been current here for some days
concerning President Clevelands inten-
ton of making his permanent home at
Princeton. Nothing definite could be
learned until last evening. when Prof
Andrew West returned from Washing
ton, after having an interview with the
president. Prof. West gave out the fol-
lowing statement for publications:
President Cleveland has today pur-
chased the residence of Mrs. w. J.
Slidell. on Bayard Avenue in princeton.
and will make Princeton his permanent
home soon after the expiration of his
term as president. Negotiations look
ing to this end have been in progress
about three weeks, and were consul
mated today by the purchase OF the
property"
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1896-12-02
REPORT OF TREASURER MORGAN.
Foots Up "a Deficit of More Than Twenty
Five Million DO lars.

Washington, Nov. 30.-The annual re-
port Of Daniel y. Morgan, treasurer of
the United States, shows the net ordi-
nary revenues of the government dur
ing the fiscal year ended June go 1896,
to have been 1926 976, 200 and the expen-
ditures $685., 49, 46, leaving a deficiency
for the year of $25, 203. 246 or ST., 601, 977
less than during the preceding fiscal
year. The report shows that during the
last fiscal year there was an increase
of s1.S6S,l34 in the receipts from GUS
toms, 1891, 1872 from internal revenue
sources and s2,t79,622 from miscelan-
eous sources, and loss of $97 1913 from
the sale Of public lands, making the net
increase In the receipts sl3.5S6, l25 The
decrease in the Expenditures amounted
TO s4.o1J,S52.
realized from the different sales Of
bonds, the total amount of bonds being
$500, 1915, 400 and the total receipts 1924,
1925, he proceeds: While the cash
balance In the treasury has afforded
comfortable working fund and would
have done so without augmentation
from loans. the gold reserve has been
the cause of much concern, and has
been maintained only at the cost OF a
fresh issue of bonds and by the volun-
tary contributions of banks and finan-
cial institutions. With the execution of
brief period I'm the autumn OF 1895 and
another in the spring of 1896 the ruling
rates OF foreign exchange were such
throughout the year as to permit, IL not
require. the export OF gold. The move
ment began in volume the first week i'm
August and continued with a short in
terruption till toward the end of Jan
usry.
AT first the demands upon the treas
ury for gold were limited TO the wants
or exporters. but I'm December consider
able Withdrawals began to be made
by others. the amount increasing dur
ing January and rising i'm February
when heavy payments were made into
the treasury for bonds. to nearly S2O,-
O00, 900 for the month. Under this drain
the reserve gradually sank until Feb
10. 1896. when IL stood at $44, $50, 493
1t was then rapidly built up from the
proceeds OF the sale of bonds and
rose TO s12S. ZOE by March 81. After
inconsiderable variations in the reserve
during April the export Of gold was
resumed on May I, and this movement.
together with the continued withdraw
ais not FOR export. again put i'm opera
ton the process of depletion. There
was an almost daily decline until July
%, when the official figures for the
reserve were $50. 669.975.
AT this point the bankers of the prin-
cipal cities Joined together in a move
ment of relief, the result being that
the banks and financial institutions de-
posted gold in exchange for paper cur
rency and restored the reserve to s11O,-
7s2.403 by Aug. 4. After the discon-
tinuance OF these operations the free
gold again declined gradually to $780,