November 13. News from Europe of the fall of Delhi, for which all lovers of Christianity and civilization may be thankful. Financially, the effect of this steamer’s budget will probably be good. Our disasters of October have produced less disaster and panic on the other side than was expected. The suspension of Wall Street on October 13 and the manifesto of our judicial synod meet the approval of English editors. . . .
The Diary of George Templeton Strong, Edited by Allan Nevins and Milton Halsey Thomas
November 17. If the stock market be a reliable index of our condition, we’re reacting toward prosperous times. There are other signs, too of returning confidence and ease. But this will be an anxious winter at best.
The Diary of George Templeton Strong, Edited by Allan Nevins and Milton Halsey Thomas