In re Covington

PURNELL, District Judge.

On the 8th day of March, 1901, petitioner was duly adjudged a bankrupt, and on June 10th following filed a petition for discharge. Notice of a-meeting of creditors was duly issued, and at such meeting certain creditors objected to the discharge on grounds which are set out in specifications filed. The referee finds the facts, and recommends the discharge be granted. A consideration of the- cause has been delayed at the request of counsel, on account of conflicting engagements in their state courts.

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