Mr. Gurney. As soon as the news came, had it a sensible effect on the funds?

A. Yes; a gradual effect, according as the report was believed.

Q. Do you remember after some time whether there was any check or decline?

A. Yes; there was about the middle of the day.

Q. I mean the first decline.

A. Yes; afterwards they recovered.

Q. To what was that recovery owing?

A. It was generally attributed to the news that came through the city.

Q. You mean the chaise coming through the city?