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The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
IN NEWQUARTERS
The Modern Eaifee Erected by the
Riggs National Bank.
The "BnnL of the Presidents" to Vn-
cate the Historic Building Occu-
pied for Over seventy Years "A
Description of the New Home of
This Old and stable institutions.

The familiar structure which has for
more than seventy years been the home
of the Riggs National Bank. at the corner
of Pennsylvania Avenue and Fifteenth
Street. and which is doubtless the most
historic business building in Washington,
will shortly be vacated for banking pur
poses.
Abreast with the march of progress, and
rendered necessary by rapidly increas-
ing business, this old and stable institu-
ton will within few days take posses
sion of its newly completed building i'm
mediately adjoining the old structure.
The history of the Riggs National Bank
is largely the history of financial Wash
ington. Established in the early days Of
the Capital, 1t has for more than three
quarters of century played most i'm
pOrtant part in the financial history of
the United States Government. as we'll as
in its capacity as banker to several gen.
erations of Washingtonians. With but
one exception every President since its
establishment has deposited his money in
this bank, and those who had none to de-
posit came to it for loans.
The first officers of the United States
Bank THE predecessor of the Riggs Bank
were: Samuel Harrison Smith. President;
William Writ. Attorney General; Thomas
Swami, District Attorney Anthony Gaze
nove of Alexandria; W. W. Seaton and
Gen. Walter Smith, of Georgetown, di-
rectors. IN 1910 Mr.. w. W. COrcoran and
Mr.. George ". Riggs associated them
selves in business and the firm was there
after known as Corcoran & Riggs until
1854. when Mr.. Corcoran withdrew, the
style of the firm at that time becoming
Riggs & Co.
The new building now about completed
can well be classed with the best ex-
amples of modern bank structures. In
treatment 1t represents both
solidity of construction and beauty OF de-
sign in the greatest degree, while ample
provision is made for the utmost facility
in the transaction of business.
The prominent features of the rather
imposing front are two massive columns
of Ionic style. forty feet in height. The
entire front, ffty-four feet ~'ide and OF
height, is of granite. The
doors are of polished bronze, the windows
on either side being also protected by
bronze grilles. On the pedestals at each
side of the front will be placed handsome
bronze lamps.
The bank interior presents most har-
monious scheme OF color and decoration.
the richness of the blue and gold OF the
walls being perfectly sustained in the
bronze and marble of the main hoor.
Beautifully tinted Pavonezza marble forms
the counter fronts, surmounted by bronze
and beveled plate glass panels
The presidents room occupies the space
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

The building was designed by the well
known architects, Messrs. York & Saw
yer, of New York, who have made the
plans for many of the best banking build
ings in the country.
The decorations are by Mr.. Garnsey,
who is favorably known by his work while
in charge of the decorating of the Con-
gressional Library, and who has here
shown his art at its best.
Mr. John S. Larcombe, the well known
builder, has had complete charge of the
constructing of the handsome new edifce,
and to him must be given much OF the
credit for the very pronounced success of
the undertaking.
The furnishing of the rev bank was
placed in the hands of the Hayden Com
pany of New York City, who have amply
sustained their reputation as leaders in
high-class furniture making.
The present officers of the Riggs Ma
tional Bank are Charles c. Glover, presi-
dent; Thomas Hyde, vice president;
James NJ. Johnston, second vice presl-
dent; Arthur T. Brice. cashier. and ". ].
Flather, assistant. cashier. Mr.. Hyde has
been connected with the institution for
forty-seven years. having entered Its
service when but lad Mr.. c. C. Glover
also associated himself with the bank
some years later.
The capital of the Riggs National Bank
is $500 900; surplus and undivided praats
$780, 000.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
LOCAL CAPITAL INTERESTED.
Washington Business Men Forming
a New Surety Company.

A number of prominent Washington
business men with several interests in
other cities in the East are planning for
the establishment of a local surety COM
pany. The company will be called the
Surety Company of North America. 1t will
fill the place that was to have been oe-
cupied by the similar company planned two
years ago, but never fioated.
A prospectus of the company has been
printed, but has not been circulated, as
yet, to any great extent among local bust
ness men. The plan has not advanced far
enough for the disclosure of the names
of those most interested, but it is known
that some of the people behind the former
undertaking are also identified with this.
The proposed capital of the new COM
pany is $1,000 OO to be divided into TO-
600 shares of a par value of 500 each. 1t
is proposed that subscribers shall pay
in addition the sum of s25 sith each share
for the purpose OF creating a surplus fund
of $3.50, 900 The company will be organ
lied under the act of October l. 1890,
which authorizes the Incorporation Of such
companies.
The prospectus of the company states
that il will be under the management of
some OF the best known business men of
the country and that THE details will be
supervised and conducted by those who
have had experience in the surety bust
ness"
AS to the field for a surety company in
the District the prospectus says:
THAT Washington possesses many adj
vantages for the conduct of this class of
business is apparent. 1t is the Capital OF
the country, and many of the transactions
with individuals and corporations which
involve the execution of large bonus.
originate here and the bonds which are
required for Government officers and con-
tracts are executed or approved and filed
with some one of the departments at the
seat of government. 1t is certainly an
advantage to strong and we'll organized
company to have its headquarters at
point where any officer or individual who
is required to approve obligations of this
kind may obtain the fullest information
without delay. In addition to this there
is no place in the Union in which it is
so easy to advertise. 1t is resorted to
from time to time by great numbers of the
business men from every section of ths
country. who would become interested in
such an institution at the National Capt.
tai"
An advantage that company in the
District has is in its Incorporation under
the law of 1885, which provides for its
supervision by the Comptroller of the
Currency. This, it is thought, will serve
TO give confidence in the company and its
bonds
The local company proposed some time
ago was given up after several weeks of
| canvassing. The statement was made at
| the time that the subscription to the stock
were not as large as expected and that it
was dropped for that reason. 1t is be-
lleved by those interested in the present
| concern that money is more plentiful
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
New York Cotton Market.
ADVANCE IN MERGENrHALER.
sharp buying Sent the stock Up
Twenty five Points.

The local stock exchange had an excit-
ing session yesterday over sharp ad-
vance in Mergenthaler Linotype stock. I'M
der the influence Of very heavy buying by
numerous brokers. The total sales of the
day amounted TO nearly 600 shares of a
value OF more than 100000. and the price
advanced to III, nearly rs points above
the low price OF last week. The closing
bid was 173 "a.
The boom in the stock was generally
attributed 10 the ruinors Of the purchase
of the Monoline machine by the Merger
thaler Company. published in The Times
and elsewhere on Sunday though there is
as yet no Official confirmation of the story
Of this purchase After the big drop IN
the stock these rumorg we're sHflC lent 10
make former holders generally tn ,fous to
buy IL hack for fear of losing u e.. II ely.
One OF the bear arguments on Merg, n
thaler recently drummed persistently has
been that the Monoline Company would be
a strong competitor. Large holders of the
Mergenthaler stock have not at any time
expressed any fear OF the Monoline, how
ever.
As to the possible cut in the extra div
idend on MergenthaIer stock, 1t was said
by one large holder yesterday that the
usual per cent quarterly dividend will be
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

NEW ORLEANS, Feb. ls.-Entries for tonor-
rows races:
First rsce-For three-year-olds and upward;
selling; one and one-sixteenth mles.-Annie
Coons, Georgia Gardner 90; Fairy Prince. 1Ol;
Krewer 1O4; Belle Simpson, 100; Crystalline, III;
Tago, 1l3; Mahraiah, ia; swordsman, 1l6
Second race-For three-year-olds and upward;
selling; seven furlongs.-Domadge. 1Oi; Airline C.,
Jos; Waterhouse Palarn. l07; Goodlle 100;
uterpe Gen. McGruder, J. Fl. Sloan, III; E'Come,
Il6.
Third race-For four ear-olds and upward;
one and one-eighth miles.-Harry Lucesco, 9s {;
Gov. Boyd, King Elkwood, 1913; Tom Cromwell,
Mitt Boykin, l06; Island Prince, los; Gray Forge.
100; Banquo H. III; Jockey Joe, los.
Fourth race-For three-year-old and upward;
handicap; six MISUNDERSTANDING Elliott, %;
Choice o.; Lady Contrary, 81; Thurles. 80;
Andes, 100; GALES, 1O2; sakatuck, 1O7; Triaditza
1OS
Fifth race-For three-year-olds and upward;
selling; and one-eighth miles.-John Bull,
10l; Coggswell, Egyptian Prince, 10i; Sadie
Burnam, 100; Blitheful, Petit Maitre. III; Henry
Of Franstamar. Dagmar jim Conway, 1l3.
Sixth race-FOr loIr- year-olds and upward;
selling; six furlongs- Caloocan, 90; Floyd Dixie,
9s; Bertha Nell. Coriaes Incandescent. Duchess
of York. %; Tony Licaliza, Lofter 10l; Wood
tFice The Burlington Route, Prestar, Early Bird,
10Y
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
THE CHICAGO GRAIN MARKET.
Wheat Opens Higher and weakens
in Sympathy With Corn.

CHICAGO, Feb. 1S.-Wheat was higher
early under the influence of a strong
corn market and steady Liverpool cables,
which were up Ia. Late in the day, when
corn weakened, wheat sympathized and
sold off rs from the top and closed about
1-2c lower than Saturday night The SELL
ing was for account OF prominent local
professionals and pit traders. Commission
houses were well supplied with buying
cline. The statistical returns were about
evenly divided. There is no change in
the demand for cash wheat The seaboard
reports only eleven loads taken.
There was a heavy trade and great ac-
tiyity in corn, the early prices the Jest,
May selling up to Il ga on an increased
commission house demand. shorts cover
ing. The market sold of 3-Sc. closing
at the bottom. The advance in corn does
not seem TO induce farmers to sell. Coun-
try acceptances are again reported very
small today.
Oats opened strong and closed weak.
Heavy selling by local longs was the main
feature a large part of the offering he
ing taken by shorts. Receipts continue
heavy and cash demand less urgent. Local
stocks increased 5000 bushels for the
week and the visible supply increased
Il, 600 bushels.
There was considerable realizing on pro-
visions, influenced by the continued large
hog movement and the weakness in the
surrounding markets. Packers were the
principal buyers on the declines. The
closing was steady. Cash trade was mod
crate, not up to the recent average.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

to the left of the entrance. the room to
the right being set apart for the use OF
ladies'. The floors of these rooms are in
laid parquetry of oak and dark teak wood
The main floor is of Knoxville marble
with border CT Counemara. The funi-
ture is OF mahogany.
The room is abundantly lighted by the
front and rear windows, each twenty feet
wide. and the ceiling light, sixty feet in
length
OF greatest interest, perhaps, is the
massive vault in the centre of the build
ing Immediately in the rear OF the pub
lie space. This is a structure in itself
and is the highest example of modern
vault building. To the great thickness
and solidity of the masonry is added many
bolted and riveted plates of iron. The
security thus afforded may well be term
ed absolute.
Heating plant, lockers, book vaults and
toilet Isioms are located in the basement,
which also affords great storage space.
Much of the credit for giving to WASH.
ington this most modern and beautifui
specimen of the designers and builders
art must. of course. be given to the ON
GERS Of the bank, who have taken per-
sonaI interest In the work OF building
from the beginning.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
AUCTION SALES.
JAMES W. RADCLIFFE, AuCuoNEER.
ADMINISTRATIVE SALE OF REAL ESTAT
~ m.,n,,.N - NA 1al2lA ELEVENTH q, =

aDNuNIsTRATRIX SALE OF REAL ESTATE,
KNOWN AS NO. 12421z ELEVENTH ST. s. E.
nv virtue OF decree OF the Supreme Court Of
the District of Columbia, holding special term
snr ornhans' Court business in the matter OF the
astate of Margaret NJ. Carrico, deceased, known as
aJ,ninistration cause No. $3.50, the undersigned
"I,;nstratrix Of said estate will, THURSDAY
FEBRUARY q, 1901, AT HALF PAST FOUR
O'CLOCK p NJ, in front of the premises, sell
At auetiou the following described property to
wit The north part OF lot in square 1000, being
the north twenty feet of said lot, improved by the
dweiiing house No. 12i2ls Eleventh st. Sc. Wash
ington, d. C.
are. One-third of the purchase money in cash,
and the residue in two equal instalments, paya-
HE in one and two years, respectively TO be Sc
cured by deed Of trust the real estate sold, or
ali cash at the time Of sale, at the option Of the
purchaser The terms of sale TO be complied
with in ten days from the dat- OF sale, or the
adminis,ratrix claims the right to resell at the
cost and risk OF the deiauting purchaser All
conyeyancing revenue stamps, and recording at
the purchasers cost. A deposit OF one hundred
dollars required ON the day OF sale.
ALICE c. C0RNWELL.
Administrative. No. l6 10th ST. ne
90
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
COLDS

The quickest relief for a
cold is by SCOTS emulsion Of
cod-liver oil.
You will find the edge taken
off in a night; and, in three or
four days, you'll be wondering
whether that cold amounted to
anything anyhow.
That's relief. If you tackle
it quick, the relief is quick; if
YOU wait, the relief won't
come-you know how colds
hang on.
Wen end you a li,tle to Try, If you Ike.
SCOTT < BOVINE, 4O9 Pearl street, New York.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
ATTORNEYS.
LEGAL NOTICES.
IN JUSTICES COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF
CnLI-ALRIA REEORE SAMIEL Z. CHIRCH.

IN JUSTICES COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF
COLUMBIA, BEFORE SAMUEL r. CHURCH,
A JUSTICE OF THE PEACE, g25 ST. NV,
WASHINGTON, d. &C. WRIGHT NICHOLS
to the use OF the Sanders X Stayman Co.. 4
corporation VS.. SHERMAN FoUTZ. No.
1850
summons in due form having been issued out
of this court TO a lawful constable of this Dis
trict for the said defendant, and the same having
been by said constable returned mot to be
found it is hereby ordered that said defendant
cause his appearance to be entered herein on or
before the FIRST TUESDAY. BEING THE SIC
oED DAY OF APRIL. A. ID. 1901 AT THREE
O'CLOCK P. NJ, otherwise the cause will be
proceeded with as in case of default
Given under my hand and seal this 18th day
OF February. A.. d. 1901.
True Copy Test:
IsealO SAMUEL r. CHURCH,
fel9 26,mr5 Justice OF the Peace.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
Washington Stock Exchange.

Sales-Washington Traction and Elec-
trio 1-2's. Sf.OOCG64 1-2. S1.OO0G6i SIS;
Capital Traction. 36105 II; Mergenthaler
Linotype, 1Oa17I, 6O9172, s54178, S0@I74.
10@17i -. 1Od174 "a, 1od174 rs, Asa
us. 1Od175 IL. 326176. 91G177. 22G
1853. 65d176 "a. 3OG176 IS. 10Gl76 IL.
1OM176 1-2-Seller 30, 20d176-Seller 30,
1O@175 "a, 1OT1T5-Seller 80, 106175 IL,
i5d173, 1OG17S-Seller 80 1om173 S-4;
Lanston Monotype. 1O0613 3-4-Buyer so,
fO5G13 "a. After call-Capital Traction,
10d105 IA Washington Traction and
Electric 1-2's, 2,00OG64 "a, 1,OO0GG5.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
A ERIGHTFUL BLUNDER

VIII often cause horrible Burn. scald, Cut,
or Rruise Bucklen's Arniea Save win kill the
pain and promptly heal it. Cures Fever Sores,
ificers Rolls Corns all Skin Eruptions Best
pm cure on earth Only rs cents a box Cure
guaranteed Sold by Henry Evans, druggist. 922
= Street northwest.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

from the high was seen at one time. The
close was at 169 S-4, or only points from
the high. The other anthracite securities
were fairly strong, despite the bear talk
over the prospect of strike OF the miners
in the spring. These stocks are selling
relatively lower than the general list ana
the possible strike is the only bearish
matter in their outlook
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

paid for this quarter. The Wall Street
Journal today will say; 1T is believed
that the mex. Mergenthaler dividend VIII
be PIP regular and ia extra" The
journal" article will say that the com
pany will show larger earnings than ever
before for the quarter, but that consid-
cradle sum is to be expended this year In
increasing the capacity of the company
plant.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
PRICES BREAK AND FALL
The Market Ruled by Feyerish and
Irregular Tendencies.

Uncertainty Manifested in the Cen
ernl Dealings of the Day-Deprcs-
sion Crused by The News of the
Morning - Steel Industrial Pre-
ferred stocks Enjoy Advances.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
FOR SALE-LOTs.

FOR sALE-We will sell choice lot cleo
tic railway during February only for $40: terms.
$40 cash balance monthly without interest or
tsxes Call for booklet, CLARK BROS, 600
1ath q, mill
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

The market yesterday was active and ir
regular, but in the main reactionary, de-
spite sharp gains in few securities. The
professionals all day said that the insiders
were selling out under cover of the
streugth m these few securities. They
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
BIRDS. DOGS, ETC.

VOTING PARROTS. singing eanaries hooking
birds dogs, cats. rabbits. gold ish, etc; eata-
locue tree' sCHMID'S BIRD STORE. 7l2 18th St.
NV. auA-
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
ea-d&l
FOR RENT-sTABLEs.

FOR RENT-New brick stable, behind 454 Frank
lin st. NV; accommodate one vehicle, two horses,
a. ~ NILS
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
FOR RENr-oFTICE ROOMS.

FOR RENT-Rooms in building 932 st. NV
cheap rent Apply TO W. J. DANTE, Hutchins
Building, 10th and d SIS. dels
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

Always the best is our motto. Is it your
mOtto2 II it is then drink Heurich's Maerzen,
Senate, or Lager. the best that can be brewed
OF the best malt and hops. Phone 63I, Arlington
Bottling Co, for a case.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

First raee-Belle Simpson, Crystalline, Swords
man.
Second race-Goodale, Gen. McGruder, Water
house.
Third raee-Gov. Boyd, King Elkwood. Island
Prince.
Fourth race-Triaditza sakatuck Choice.
Fifth rsce-John Bull. Egyptian Prince, Blithe.
full.
Sixth race-Bertha Nell. woodtrice, Prestar.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

Corrected daily by ". b Hibbs & Co, mem
bers of the New York Stock Exchange. 1919 F
Greet
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

One of the stories of the day was that
the ST. Louis and San Francisco has been
buying the Kansas City and Fort Scott
and the Kansas City and Birmingham, and
that when the lines have been acquired
the entire system will be sold to the Atch-
ism
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
Chicago Grain and Provision Market.

Corrected daily by W. B. Hibbs & Co, mem-
bers OF the New York Stock Exchange, 1919
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

We want to call your attention to plan OF
leaning money on Furniture. Pianos. Organs
any household goods. We say to you il you need
money this Is the mos reliable loan office in the
city You have no delay. No unnecessary ques-
tions to ask you. Our terms are the cheapest,
cur payments the smallest. and your own time
to return the money. We will lend you any
amount from SO up. Private Offices. Business
strictly confidential COLUMBIA GUARANTEES
CO.. 6l3 St nv. sull-tf
MONEY TO LOAN az 80 to per cent in sums
OF 81 600 to $4,000 ID. c. real estate; pay of
and 6 per cent mortgages and begin anew; all
transactions conducted with economical considera-
tion for borrowers WM. II. SAUNDERS II CO.,
1907 ST ms
MONEY-SI0 and up loaned furniture, pianos,
etc at the lowest rates and easy payments.
business strictly confidential SOUTHERN LOAN
CO. Room 81. Warder Bldg fel-lmo
MONEY TO LOAN ON APPROVED COLIAT-
ERAI.-No delay. CHARLES A. BAKER. Rooms
20 and A. Metzerott Building. lilo st.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
SORES. ULCERS

depend upon poor and unhealthy blood. S. 5. 5.
makes new. rich blood and the sore Q - g
heals quickly. - - -
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

Western Union was one OF the strongest
securities OF the day. II was not buoyant
like the grangers, but 1t held its own ex-
cellently, while the general list was sell
ing off badly. II opened at So IA and sold
down to 81 IL, then recovering at the
close to IS. The talk of further move
ment In this stock is persistent.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19
YOty' ra nSs''" S. $50 70 sl ssSHai5r
Do You Need Money? We Have Il for You.

DON'T HESlTAJE. GEORGE D; HORNING,
Room 10 Central Bldg. Cor. 9Th and Penn Ave.
The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1901-02-19

The Pacific securities generally were in
clined to weakness. Missouri Pacific went
as low as Sc i-2 and only recovered to 81.
The Northern and Union Pacific securities
all went of fractionally and Southern Pa
cifc tumbled to 4S 7-8 and closed at A 3-S.
The advance in Delaware and Hudson
came to a halt and a recession OF 8 points
La correspondencia de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 1890-1943, 1901-05-18
N0TICIAS

Hemos sido favoEcidos con
la grata vista de nuestfo buen ami
go M~Charles F. Wyman. que lie
g6 hace un par de dias de New York.
Ell Sr. Wyman es Representative
de la conocidfsima casa de Ederhard
Faber, fabricantes de los famosos
lapices que llevan su nombre,>y de
la no menos conocida de Colgate &
Company. fabricantes de jabones y
perfumes.
Deseamos al citado amigo bue
nos negocios.
Los tenedores de p6lizas de Ia
"New York Life Insurance Com
pany," pasan de 500, 900, con un
montante asegurado en- 10 de Eaero
de l, 9O1, de mas de mil doscientos
millones de dollars.
Programs de las pleas que
tocaran en- la retreta de maf1ana por
la banda puertorriquef1a que dirige
ell Sr. Verar.
la Paso doble "El Charlatan, -
Sousa-2a Simfonfa de la Opera
MARTA" Flolow - 3a Peteneras
"Las Ninas de salero," Milpager-
"A Scena y Aria de tiple Opera
"Il'Trovatori," Verdi-5a Two Step
"Pequef1a Africa," Bergecholtz -6a
Mazarka "Leonor," r. Duchesne-
"a Danza "Alicia," Laza.