The Topeka state journal. [volume] (Topeka, Kansas) 1892-1980, 1900-10-16

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chants National bank.
Mr.. McClintock held that he had no
authority to require the production of
the records, showing Frank WiIlard's 8
cash and note account
The Justice held that Mr.. Freeman's
offer to present a transcript showing a
record of the Grimes transactions was
sufficient, and that the court could not
compel the bank to do more
Proper legal exceptions were noted by
the prosecution the attorneys aunounc-
ing that the case would be pushed until
it reaches the point where the original
records can be- brought into court. The
lawyers for the prosecution have not de-
termined what steps will be taken to
bring about this result, but say that
something will be done later on
However, the taking of depositions win
be continued at this time.
Mr.. Hite asked Mr. Doran if he had
requested Mr.. GODDARD to assist in the
case.
NO. was the reply.
Frank Thomas is here. DO you want
him ?'' said Dorhn-
NO, he's loaded" said Hite.
F. W. Freeman, cashier of the bank
was called, andsordered by the justice to
produce transcript of the Grimes ac-
count.
Mr.. Waters then resumed his direct
examination of Mr.. Freeman.
Have you any record or knowledge of
interest paid state treasurers?'' said
Waters.
NO, SIR
MR.. FREEMAN AGAIN REFUSES.
Mr.. Waters asked for the accounts Of
profit and loss and all expenses, but
Mr.. Freeman declined to do more than
furnish the Grimes transcript.
Have you any account in which pay
ment of interest to Grimes might be
entered?'
How would you enter it?''
Il have never confronted that posi-
bility. but we would have to make
DO you attend the directors meet
ingg?"
Make the records?"
rs there anything on the minutes
showing that the payment Of interest to
Grimes was ever discussed?"
Not since have been in the bank
two years.
Prior to that tine?"
Il do not know. I have never gone
back through the records"
HAS Grimes sent money, checks or
drafts to your bank?''
with deposit slips?"
..will you produce those slipz7''
mo, sir.
I'VE demand that these slips be pro-
duced," said Mr.. Waters.
Mr.. Grimes has no objections, said
Mr.. Hite, when Freeman again refused
If Mr.. Grimes has no objections, I
do not know that have said Freeman.
t.but I would like to consult counsel. I
desire to furnish all the information I
can legitimately.'s
And, we do not desire to cause you
any inconvenience" said Waters
Can you consult your lawyer and give
US an answer concerning these deposit
slips tomorrow m naT'ning?" said Waters
yes. SIR said Freeman.
Mr.. Freeman WIS excused until We'd
nesday morning. and Edwin Knowles.
cashier of the Central National bank,
was called.
EDWIN KNOWLES ON THE STAND.
The examination of Mr.. Knowles was
conducted by Mr.. Waters.
HAS Mr.. Grimes, or any one for him,
or in his name or benefit, approached
you, asking for the payment of interest
or bonus. for the use of state money
left in your bank?"
mo, SIR
''Are you paying or have you paid him
any such interest or bonus, directly or
indirectly. Please answer this without
any mental reservation, whatever"
mo, sir"
This constituted the testimony of Mr..
Knowles, who was excused without
cross examination.
MR. BONEBRAKE WAS ZAP
PREACHED.
P. I. Bonebrake, president of the Cen
trail National, was asked if Grimes had !
ever talked to him about interest on
state funds.
eS. Soon after Grimes was elected, |
We had a talk during which Mr.. Grimes /
asked me if it was the custom of the !
)ank to pay interest on state deposits |
told him that it was not and the MAJ
er dropped at that"
That was all the conversation yon |
lave had with Grimes on that subject?"
aid Mr.. Waters.
Yes, sir"
Mr.. HENDERSON SAYS mo"
Mr.. Bonebrake was excused without
r7.oV.- k5fa~,f.
lerson of the First National bank was
allied.
To your knowledge has your bank
EVER paid, in any manner, or through
my person, Mr.. Grimes any money for
he use of state funds left in your
)ank2s
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