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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
PHENOMENAL GROWTH.
Department of Agriculture Had 20
and Has 1O.42O Employees.

The growth of the Department; of Agr;-
culture is shown in the report of the ap-
pointment clerk of the department, just
made public.
The bureau was established by act OIL
Congress in 1862. September 80 of the
following year there We're ~ persons en-
ployed. II was not till ISL that there
were more than loo persons or the roll.
From that time the growth was gradual
till 1891 Then the number of employees
sprang suddenly from ASS to l.,'1. This
was the year that the weather bureau
was incorporated with the institution.
The forestry bureau was established IN
der that name in 1850. For the next nine
years it had no moe than { people on
its rolls Later its name was changed
to the forest service. In the last two
years It's force has increased enormously
there now being 2,I,3 people employed.
The tota! force of the Department Of
Agriculture last year was ~, 40.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
"UNCLE SAM" BECOMES IRATE.
Puts His Foot Through Glass Door
When Denied Another Drink.

Charged with iabbing his foot through
a plate-Slass door panel of saloon door
valued at &}J last night. because he want
ed something more to drink and no one
would give il to him. George Campbell. an
inmate of the Soldiers Home. was con-
victed in the Police Court this morning
and fined so, in default of which he was
committed to the workhouse for seventy
five days. The owner of the broken door
was Thomas Fiiliard of 407 10th street.
who appeared in court as the complaining
witness.
Campbell is a picturesque figure with
long flowing gray hair and short beard
narrowing to point. Upon festive Occa-
sions and holidays Campbell dresses him.
self in the national character of Uncle
Sam and parades the streets and hotel
Hobbies. His makeup is excellent.
II was stated that Campbell'S fine would
probably be paid in the course Of the day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
GOVERNMENT OF CITIES.
Students of Georgetown Law School
Discuss Commission Form.

Preparations have been completed by
the sfa Guilty Of the law department oi
Georgetown University for the first-tern'
public debate, TO be held in CASTOR hall,
Georgetown College building, beginning
at SID o'clock Wednesday evening. Jenu-
airy Is. The question to be discussed af-
firms that the cities of the United States
should adopt a commission form Of gov
eminent. The question is broadly worded.
so that argument need not be confined
to the local situation, but it is regarded
as peculiarly timely and interesting, ow-
ing to the present agitation here.
The affirmative is to be upheld by the
Senior Debating Society of the law school
ard the negative by the Junior Debating
Society. The speakers will be: F. Nc
Henry Gallaher. first for affirmative
James SDiller. second for affirmative: Ed
ward G. Wilmer. first for negative, and
Leo n. Rover, second for negative.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
DEDICATION CEREMONIES.

Magnificent Elk Grove art subject free.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Georgetown ~. IS Annual Circus

The annual circus, consisting of gym
Uasium performances and wrestling bouts
81 the Georgetown University will be
held at 80 O'Clock tonight in the Ryan
gymnasium. Fifteen events are on the
program, including sx-round boxing
exhibition between two local lightweights
Tie events are: Feather, light, welter and
midd!e-weight wrestling bouts, running
high jump, sack race, potato race, three
jumps, 2d-yard dash rope-climbing con-
test. running jump from flying rings,
Ginning the bar 12-pouud shot put Ex-
ira attractions, tug of war between
Iwelve-men teams representing the medi-
cal and law schools
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
F. o. LoWDEN'S YACHT HERE.
Venice Will Ply Potomac During
representatives Service,

The steam yacht Venice, haling from
Cape Vincent. y. V. was brought here
about three weeks ago from the north and
is lying at the pier of the Washington
Park excursion line for the winter.
The vessel is owned by Representative
+. o. Lowden Of New York. He will use
her next summer for pleasure cruising on
the Potomac and Chesapeake bay.
The yacht Isl wooden hull vessel Of
forty-one net tons burden and is g26 feet
long, 1871 feet beam and eight feet deep.
She was built at Ithaca. n. Y. in 1893.
and has been il service on the waters of
northern New York.
She will remain here during the term
of her owner in Congress. In prepara-
ton for the winter the little vessel has
been covered from stem to stern with a
light frame work of wood. over which has
been stretched waterproof paper.
Only the smokestack of the vessel is
showing. her house being completely hid
den from sight. Lying in the dock she
resembles the Confederate steamer Mer-
rimac just before her historic fight with
the Monitor in Hampton roads.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Institution of Alcala Caravan of the
Order of the Alhambra.


Members Of Alcantara Caravan. No. II.
Order Of the Alhambra, went to Baltimore
'ast night and instituted new caravan.
.tlcala, No. IL. SiXtE-three Baitmoreans
were escorted "over the hot sands" The
march was slow and tedious. and it is re-
ported there was much suffering on the
part Of those tender Of foot.
But the A!hambrans from the National
capital were an indulgent lot, and that
all might be conducted in safety an avia-
ton was decided upon. This proved a
prodigious undertaking for Grand Com
mander Malone and his cohorts from
Washington. The ships of the air were
more unsteady than those of the desert.
Camel drivers made poor substitutes as
airship operators. Contrary currents were
encountered. There were terrifying snow
storms The clements Of skyland struck
greater terror to the hearts Of the neo-
phytes than the onrushes of brigands and
marduderS
The master of the oasis. who engineered
the flight. made a successful landing. 1t
was an aluring spot, the landing place.
decked with blossoms and greeneries., and
there were foods and wines and incense
sweet from rare weeds that poised be-
tween mems teeth.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
LOCAL MENTION.


Belasco-Maxine Elliott in THE Chap
eron.' SIS pm.
Nationai-Adeline Genee in The Soul
Kiss" S:1J pm.
Columbia-"The Girl Question. S:11
pm
Chasc's-Politc vaudeville, S1o pm.
New Academy-''Thc Indians Secret,
S:lJ pm.
New Lyceum-"The Fashion Plates.
SID pm.
Gayety-Rice and Bartons Big Gaiety
Company, SIS pm.
Majestic - Continuous vaudeville and
moving pictures 40 pm.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

Will have a nice selection
Dove Brand Meats,
Homemade Sausage.
Pudding, Scrapple and Mush.
Fresh and Salt Pork.
Cooked Meats specially.
Delivery Prompt.
Riggs and o st. Markets.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Kensington and bennington Apart
ments Sold to A. M. Curry.

4 deed has been placed on record by
which the Eensington and bennington
apartment houses, on the east side Of 14th
street just north of Clifton street. have
been transferred to Andrew NJ. Curry.
The sale Of the two-story brick resi-
dence 1861 Meridian street northwest to
Warren S. orion, who will occupy the
property as his home. is reported by
Shannon & Luchs. Of colonial design. the
house contains six rooms and bath. The
consideration was 5000
The house at Az 6 street northeast. the
last to be sold OF those erected last sum-
mer by Fred Norway at this location, has
been disposed of by Stone & Fairfax. rea!
estate corporation. FOR Mr.. Norway.
The house Is OF brick construction with
stone trimmings. 1t has bay window
with two stories and cellar, and is heat
ed by hoi-water system. lie purchaser
will occupy the house as home.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Eastern Market Addition Ready.

The thirty thousand dollar addition 10
The Eastern market, 7th street and North
Carolina avenue southeast, is completed
and will be turned over to the Commits
sioncrs tomorrow. With this handsome
and up-to-date addition the Eastern mar
ket Is conceded to be one of the best
equipped ,Harkets In the country, hav-
iii. ali modern sanitary arrangements
necessary 10 IL market.
Touaortov - affernoo3 nj O'Clock the
stands IL tHc aGd ton will he auctions ed
IF In u" highest bidders. The auction
will be conducted under the immediate
supervision OF the sealer of weights and
measures office.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Visitors to Odd Fellows Fair.

The fair and bazaar of the Independent
Order of Odd Fellows. at their hall on 18th
street enlivened last evening by a
visit of two fraternal organizations-the
Knights of Pythias and the Junior Order
of United American Mechanics.
MI visitors entered into the spirit of the
casion, freely patroniZing the various
features and greatly enjoyed themselves
The burlesque drill. in imitation OF
Coxey's army. was given by twelve young
ladies, members of the Rebekah lodges
and made Il great hit.
Labor organizations have been invited
for this evening. The fair will close to-
morrow evening, when admission TO the
hail will be free. and the articles remain
lag will be sold al auction.
Admission To the ball tomorrow. evening
Will be free.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
6. a. r. Club Entertainment.

The first of a series q! entertainments
20 be given by the Potomac g. \. X.
Encampmeut Club. was given last even
Ing at Carroll Institute Hall under the
direction of Arthur r.. Middleton. The
proceeds from the several entertainments
will be applied To The fund for paying the
expenses OF the District of Columbia dele
gates 20 the Grand Army encampmeni at
Salt Lake city next August. The officers
o! the club present were: President l.. III.
SsiDo-d: Vic" president. l.. II. Patterson
secretary. John 6. Maynard: treasurer
+. l.. Mck"nner. and John Middleton and
Or. III. ~ Johnson executive committee.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

Tie officers of the steamer Bache of the
coast survey service. lying at baltimore,
being overhauled and made ready for
service in tropical waters. are taking
leave Of absence for the Christmas holi-
days, the first many of them have spent
at home for several years.
Aid p T. Stakes will spend the Holt
day at his home in Philadelphia: William
Sanger will go to Ia st Dennis, Me. and
s. s. Winslow to Fall River. Mass.
Chief Engineer Herbert W. Pierce IS at
his home in Baltimore from three-year
tour of duty with coast survey vessels in
tho Philippines. Nh Pierce will report
for duty on the Bache January .
l.. NJ. Furman, executive officer of the
Rache. is on sick leave, and is at his
home for treatment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Indiana Society's First Meeting.

The Indiana Society % Washington will
open it's winter season Friday evening
with social meeting at the rooms of
the Washington Club, ITO I street north
west. a musical and literary program
has been prepared and every member of
the society is urged to attend The So
ciety is planning for fine meeting in
January, at which time the annual cleo
tion of officers will take place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
CITY AND DISTRICT.
Caledonian Club Smoker.

Tnc Caledonian Club gave a largely at
tended smoker last evening at Eagles
Hail. 9th and l. streets northwest. after
An address by Worthy Chief Hugh Reid.
y musical and literary entertainment was
given by J. A!berser, David McLead,
George Turnbull. Harry Lauder, William
Smith. Charles. W oodhead. John Robert
son. William Petrie. William Cameron,
William Jardine. Teddy Bennett Hugh
Reid and James Evan. Alexander Doug
las. worthy chief elect. made a brief ad-
dress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
School Christmas Exercises.

The Christmas exercises of the kinder
garten at ID 9th street northwest, con-
Quoted under the auspices of the Wom-
ans Christian Temperance Union. We're
held yesterday. when each child was given
a present by Miss Allis French. The
gifts We're hung on a huge Christmas tree,
which was brilliantly lighted Recita tons
and songs We're given.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
The Best Place to Buy Your

Fruits. Vegetables.
Groceries. Wines and
Liquors is
=. Il. Chaconas
9th and La. ave.
Main 10 and Ill.
Home Dressed Chickens
and Turkeys
at lowest prices. de111t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
MAKES RECORD TRIP.
Biggest Schooner in World Goes
Fast on Maiden Voyage.

The big siX-masted schooner Edward r..
Winsiow. the largest vessel of her kind In
the world. has established 4 record for
speed as we'll as size on her maiden trip
from Baltimore TO Portland, Ne. with
coal.
The big schooner left Baltimore Satur-
day last with over 500 tons of coal. 1t
was Sunday evening before she passed
out the capes of the Chesapeake, and
Thursday evening last she was at her
destination. having concluded one OF the
fastest runs ever made by coasting
schooner between the two ports.
The vessel will return to Baltimore and
will again load coal for a New England
port.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
No Other Cakes surpass Klenk's,

NO VLueT VdheS oUTpdSS hIeHh >,
the finest Fruit and Pound Cake in town
Homemade Mfnce Pies a speciality. Stands
In all markets. Phone West 500. or bakery
2l22 l. st. NV. delS, 22-3t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Chesapeake and Ohio Route

to Cincinnati. Indianapolis. Chicago, St
Louis and Louisville Trains leave Wash
inSton ! pm. and ITO pm. daily Tick
cts, baggage checks and reservations, LIB.
r street and Jl3 Penna. ave. Phone Main
1876 or .2O6-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
LECTURE ON GUATEMALA.
Described as Beautiful Country by
Rev. William B. Allison.

An illustrated lecture or Guatemala
was given last night by Rev. William b.
Allison OF the Presbyterian mission in
that country in the Sunday school room
of the New York Avenue Presbyterian
Church.
Mr.. Allison described the industrial
educational religious and social life o!
the southern land and pictured 1t as a
region offering some Of the most beautiful
scenery TO be found anywhere IN the
world.
Rev Dr. Wallace Radcliffe. pastor al
the church, introduced the speaker. The
meeting was opened by the singing OF
hymns.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

with This new selected sample furniture
and rugs direct from manufacturers. Sale
nv auction Saturday morning. commence
ing 1n::;n: also Includes new hiSh-grade
mahogany piano. fully warranted Make
Your Christmas selections here. Nothing
nisre presented Wilson X Mayors. Manu-
facturers AucIioneers. LIT and 12c3 q 81.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
The PENNSYLVANIA Limited.

No Extra Fare to Chicago
You may now leave Washin gton at IL %
am daily on THE Pennsylvania Linn
tied" and arrive Chicago at S:45 the
next morning, without paying any extra
fare. The extra fare on this famous train
has been discontinued from Washington
to all points west of Alliance, Ohio
AdVt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
SHANK GETS THE MONEY.
Charge of Grand Larceny Agains
John F. Major Dropped.

\ nolle prosequi was entered this morn
ing by the prosecuting attorney at the
request OF j. ii. Shank of Goldfield. New,
the complainant, in the case Of John r.
Major, charged with grand larceny, and
It was announced later that the matter
had been definitely dropped. Major was
arrested by central Office detectives about
a week ago on a complaint filed by Shank
alleging that $500 had been stolen from
MIN in crap game December TO- The
money. it was said had been placed in the
game as stake. One of the factors in
bringing about the nolle PROSE- was the
return of tie cash to the complainant
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Homemade Fruit Cake. Csc Lib.

You can save all the bother and risk of
baking Fruit Cake Al home by placing an
order now for Holmes Delicious Home
made Fruit Cake. Made Of the best ma
terals. including clean. selected fruit.
Homemade Pies, 2tc Homemade Milk
Bread. -. Holmes Bakery. lst & T. SITS.
Phones Linen. LAO & l441
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Don't Tell Your Troubles.

to a policeman. If the article is stolen
call up detective headquarters. but ii 1t
is lost telephone Main 2-4-4-O. An adj.
in the lost columns OF The Star is sure to
be seen by the finder.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Baltimore and Return. S1.25.

baltimore and Ohio Il. T.,
Every Saturday and Sunday. All trains
both WAYS. both days except Royal Linn
itcd City offices, 1il1 9 st. and GlJ
Pa. ayc-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Schneider's Fruit Cake Will Be

Enjoyed in More Households
than ever this Xmas. Its reputation
for richness. purity and deliciousness is
added to from season TO season. Baked
perfectly. just old enough and only DC
lib. At Schneiders mkt. stands or grocers' :.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Authorities Admit Heurich's Beers

to be the purest. cleanest and most health
full. Brewed under perfect conditions; aged
from six to ten months. Case = doz. Maer-
zen or Senate. S1.7J: - doZ. Lager. S1.5u
bottle rebate, soc. Phone W. 1900
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
The Popular Ham

For Christmas.
u. q. V. l.. Branded.
Popular prices.
Never better than right nov.
vi markets and noted stores.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
A Week From Today

Is Nmas-the day IN particular when there
should be d supply o. ''Old Glory in the
house BE early with Your order. Phone
w 10. Abner- Drury Brew. Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
At Sloan's Tomorrow.

Sale of household and office fittings at
Sloans, 14O7 G street. tomorrow at 10 am.
Fur rugs, auto coats, robes. etc. at .;
pm. 1t will pay you to attend.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Order Reisinger's Ice Cream,

Si.oo gal: soc Z gal. Serial No 1861.
Charlotte Russo. soc per dozen.
o3J q st. NV. Phone NJ. 2lGi.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Receipts of District Surveyors Office
Compared With Last Year.

These are prosperous days. according TO
Melvin c. Hazen. District surveyor. He
bases his opinion upon the great increase
of work in his department.
The total amount of fees received by the
District for work done by the surveyors
office for private parties from November
to December Is was s., 0SS.:sO, which was
an increase of 100 per cent, compared
with the total amount of fees for the
same period last year.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

Are You Movinge Consult Greater
Washington Express. Phone Col 259a.-
Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
We're Quoting Very Low Prices

on Wide Boards suitable for shelving
delS-d,eSu3
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

For Rent-Ofice Rooms 4O3-4-5 in
The Evening Star building: also rooms
100 and Al. They are all most desirable
o. ces. Apply at once at The Star Office
-A0vt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

The Great Bear Is an Ideal Table
water Office. 1O4 18th NV. Phone 32i0.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
C. A. Muddiman & Co.

Artistic Electric and Gas Drop Lights,
Natl Inverted Lights. Art Domes
1904 u st. GIG 1!tn ST
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Sheetz. Formerly of 10th and F Sts.,

is now located at I'll nth st. NV BE-
tween T, and +. and Il" nth street Ali
candies ,;.Jc per pound.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
You Cannot Buy a Better

cigar anywhere at any price than the
Tor 500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Dyspeplets.

Sugar-coated tablets. quickly relieve Sour Stom.
ach. Heartburn. Nausea. Wind in the Stomach.
Seasickness. Sleeplessness aris-
Ing from Indigestion or Dyspep- MADE
STA. They are composed Of the BY
best dlsestyes. csrminatives HOOD
and correctlves, and arc agree IL HooD.
able and economical Tut up in
three sizes. 1Oc. 35c and 81. Sold by all drug
gists, and scnt promptly by mail on receipt Of
price by
c. !. Hood Co. Mfg. Chemists. Lowell. Mass.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
CITY ITEMS.
VIM, Jr.. & J. J. Miller.

Only the best goods.
Collins Country Sausage.
Ostmann's Pork Sausage.
Loeff1er's Famous Sausage.
Dove Hams. all sizes.
Pork Products and Cooked Meats.
Markets 2lSt and & * and Riggs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

$1.25 to Baltimore and Return,
Saturdays and Sundays, via Pennsylvania
railroad. Tickets good returning until
Sunday night. All regular trains eXcep,
the "Cougres sional Limit Ell. ''-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

Lucille, elegant Elk Grove art subject
free-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
FEES ARE DOUBLED.

Superb Elk Grove art subject free
Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Christian Handlers Xmas Beverage

The largest and best appointed stock IL
tho country. Quality House. 800 9TH.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Coast Survey Notes.

Tree ornaments, toys. GouId's, 4ol 9th II. W
-AdVt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Altamont Spring Water
Furnish Your Home

"Of exceptional purity. DIR. McDon-
nell state chemist, Nd.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

Every Good Housewife Appreciates
the Importance Of serving good butter
Ordering James F. Oysters Elgin cream
cry insures getting the finest. Pure. fresh
and delicious. Headquarters, 9th & Pa. av.
-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
Order the Xmas Table Suppl,
Anton OStmann

Of Jas. D. Donnelly. 18th G. I.
Everything good to eat and drink. Phon
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
JOINT INSTALLATION.

Elk Grove Butter; pure. rich, delicious.
-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

Jos. Phillips Original Sausage.
Always ask for the ORIGINAL Phillips
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18
over THE HOT SANDS"

Order the pure Elk Grove butter. It's hes
-AdVt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-12-18

REAL ESTATE SALES.

coal is uneXcelled for use in hOt-watel
heaters J. Maury Dove Company.-Advt
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1908-09-04

ons" were cut for the political and
personal friends of individuals en-.
gagged in the speculation.
Next came an era Of contests for
the control of the institutions So
established The commissioners APP
pointed under the safety fund law
became alarmed and remarked that
the new interpretations exceeded the
limits of reasonable investment.
AS early as 1892 the bad effect of
the scheme became felt. A large in
crease of currency followed the es-
tablishment of the host of safety
fund banks, which encouraged over
trading, which was considered one of
the causes of the financial panic of
1S34-5.
In 1886 specie payments We're sus-
pended and affairs speedily went
from bad to worse until 1S41 when
ten out of so safety fund banks fall
ed and revealed the fact that the
fund accumulated was notoriously
issuffcient to pay the debts of the
suspended banks The law was re-
pealed the following year. and it was
not for l 5 years afterwards that the
situation was Strengthened out.