Shibusawa Eiichi denki shiryō, Vol. 6

3 September 1880 (Meiji 13) [id: DK060001k] ……… p. 5

With the dissolution of the Takuzenkai (択善会) and the Ginkō Konwakai (銀行懇話会, Bankers Discussion Society), a new bankers’ association is established. This is reported to the minister of finance (大蔵卿) on 24 September.

19 April 1882 (Meiji 15) [id: DK060002k] ……… p. 16

Minister of Finance (大蔵卿) Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) summons the presidents of national banks in the Tokyo-Yokohama area and advises them on bank management. Eiichi and others, on behalf of the membership, reply that they will heed the counsel provided.

28 April 1882 (Meiji 15) [id: DK060003k] ……… p. 18

Previously, there had been a proposal to improve the organizational structure of the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所) and to establish bylaws. Eiichi participated in drafting regulations as a committee member and in frequent discussions at formal meetings. On this day, draft bylaws are submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵卿) and permission is received. A request for purchase of the periodical publication was submitted along with the draft bylaws, but it is turned down. Despite this, it is decided that the Association will issue the publication every month.

25 July 1882 (Meiji 15) [id: DK060004k] ……… p. 30

Previously, it had been proposed that banks be closed on Saturday afternoons. On this day, the proposal is submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵卿).

15 October 1882 (Meiji 15) [id: DK060005k] ……… p. 31

Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held on this day at the Shiba Kōyōkan.

15 March 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060006k] ……… p. 32

A decision is made to rescue the Dai-Shijūgo Kokuritsu Ginkō (第四十五国立銀行, 45th National Bank).

15 April 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060007k] ……… p. 33

Eiichi attends a spring social gathering held at the Mukōjima Yaomatsu.

15 May 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060008k] ……… p. 33

Previously, the National Bank Ordinance had been revised so that the charters of national banks would expire 20 years from their founding. Upon expiration, each bank would be required to either be reorganized into an ordinary bank or close. The banks would also be required to redeem all outstanding banknotes by that time. As a result of a discussion held on this day and in response to a directive from the minister of finance (大蔵卿) on the issue, it is consequently decided that the banks will use the same method for redeeming their banknotes. This is later submitted to the authorities and approved.

18 August 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060009k] ……… p. 57

The Bank of Japan (日本銀行) is requested to decide on the matter of the price of government bonds that are to be purchased using funds acquired by redeeming banknotes payable by the national banks to the Bank of Japan. However, later it becomes impossible for the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) to sell the bonds and therefore it is decided that the Ministry of Finance will grant each of the national banks public bonds to sell to the Bank of Japan.

August 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060010k] ……… p. 68

A request is submitted for regressive reductions to the tax imposed on banks for the redemption of their banknotes, but it is denied.

20 September 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060011k] ……… p. 69

Previously, interested associated banks had established the Kawase Torikumijo (為替取組所, Exchange Transaction Office), but on this day it is abolished and the Tegata Torihikijo (手形取引所, Bills Exchange) is established within the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所).

22 September 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060012k] ……… p. 69

Tokyo Prefectural Governor (東京府知事) Yoshikawa Akimasa (芳川顕正) invites representatives of commerce and industry in the city of Tokyo to the old Meiji Kaidō hall in Kobiki-chō to induce them to establish the Rengō Shōkōkai (聯合商工会, Commerce and Industry Association). Eiichi attends as a representative of the Association.

14 October 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060013k] ……… p. 69

Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held at the Shiba Kōyōkan.

2 November 1883 (Meiji 16) [id: DK060014k] ……… p. 69

Damaged notes are presented to the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) in exchange for government notes. A petition that these be included as part of the banknotes to be redeemed is submitted and, after being partially revised, is approved.

26 January 1884 (Meiji 17) [id: DK060015k] ……… p. 73

Previously, public bonds had been issued for the Nakasendō railway. On this day, there is discussion on whether to purchase the bonds or not. With no objections to the purchase, it is decided to apply to the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) after determining the number of bonds each member bank would underwrite.

26 February 1884 (Meiji 17) [id: DK060016k] ……… p. 76

It is decided that the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) will be renamed the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所).

20 April 1884 (Meiji 17) [id: DK060017k] ……… p. 77

On this day, Eiichi attends a spring social gathering held at the Mukōjima Yaomatsu.

15 August 1884 (Meiji 17) [id: DK060018k] ……… p. 78

Previously, the minister of finance (大蔵卿) had ordered an investigation of and report on the state of the circulation of copper coins. On this day, Eiichi reports on the completion of his investigation into the aforementioned matter. His draft report is discussed by the membership and, with no objections raised, it is decided to submit the report.

19 October 1884 (Meiji 17) [id: DK060019k] ……… p. 79

On this day, Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held at the Shiba Kōyōkan.

5 January 1885 (Meiji 18) [id: DK060020k] ……… p. 80

Previously, regulations for the stamp tax on securities had been revised under Grand Council of State Edict No. 12. On this day, member banks are urged to comply with the revision.

15 February 1885 (Meiji 18) [id: DK060021k] ……… p. 83

Previously, the Dai-Sanjūgo Kokuritsu Ginkō (第三十五国立銀行, 35th National Bank) in Shizuoka had inquired about the remediation of abuses in handling loans with land as collateral. On this day, it is decided that it would be difficult to respond to the matter.

27 May 1885 (Meiji 18) [id: DK060022k] ……… p. 85

A proposal is made to the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) that interest on public bonds for the construction of the Nakasendō railway be obtained by a letter of guarantee in conformation with development bonds. A reply, dated 14 November of the same year, is received stating that only those who cannot bring the bond certificates with them should use a letter of guarantee for payment.

6 June 1885 (Meiji 18) [id: DK060023k] ……… p. 87

Minister of Finance (大蔵卿) Matsukata Masayoshi (松形正義) gathers the presidents of banks in the Tokyo-Yokohama area and informally announces the paper currency conversion system proclaimed under Grand Council of State Edict No. 14.

July 1885 (Meiji 18) [id: DK060024k] ……… p. 89

The associated banks of the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所) decide to follow Eiichi’s suggestion and jointly publish Ginkō tsūshinroku (銀行通信録, Bank Records). The first issue comes out in December 1885.

29 November 1885 (Meiji 18) [id: DK060025k] ……… p. 92

The Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所) building has been completed and the opening ceremony is held on this day. Minister of Finance (大蔵卿) Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) attends and gives a congratulatory speech. Eiichi gives a response on behalf of the associated banks.

6 January 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060026k] ……… p. 106

Previously, Eiichi had been elected as a member of the standing committee, the Tegata Torihikijo (手形取引所, Bills Exchange), and the Tokyo Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association (東京商工会). He remains in these posts until August 1890.

6 January 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060027k] ……… p. 109

Previously, an inquiry regarding a draft revision of documentary bills had been received from the Ōsaka Ginkō Shūkaijo (大阪銀行集会所, Osaka Bankers’ Association) and the Dai-Ichi Kokuritsu Ginkō (第一国立銀行, First National Bank) had submitted a written opinion to the effect that it felt supporting this to be difficult. On this day, the Association submits to the government a proposal that a form for documentary bills be established. It also adopts a resolution to send a detailed report in reply to the inquiry from the Ōsaka Ginkō Shūkaijo. Eiichi is involved in this matter.
Later notice is received from the government that the request cannot be approved.

19 January 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060028k] ……… p. 114

The Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所) holds a farewell party for Bank Bureau Director (銀行局長) Katō Satoru [?] (加藤済) and others and invites Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) and others. Eiichi gives a farewell speech on behalf of the associated banks.

23 January 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060029k] ……… p. 120

Mori Tokinosuke (森時之助), president of the Dai-Rokujū Kokuritsu Ginkō (第六十国立銀行, 60th National Bank), introduces the matter of revising the price of public bonds backed by paper currency. The membership agrees and decides to submit the matter to the authorities. Notification of approval is later received.

15 February 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060030k] ……… p. 122

Previously, the Tōkyō Kaimai Toiya Kumiai (東京廻米問屋組合, Tokyo Rice Wholesaler Association) had been advised to establish bylaws. The Kumiai forwarded draft bylaws and asked if they were acceptable. On this day, a consultation is held on the matter. There are no objections from the membership, so it is decided to reply to that effect.

26 March 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060031k] ……… p. 126

An extraordinary meeting of associated banks is held at the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所). Eiichi attends and a discussion is held concerning an agreement on interest on deposits. Those present agree, but later there is an objection so it is decided to shelve the matter for the time being.

17 April 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060032k] ……… p. 127

Eiichi attends a spring social gathering held at the Mukōjima Yaomatsu.

15 May 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060033k] ……… p. 128

Previously, a petition had been submitted to the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) about the matter of raising the price of public bonds to be sold to reserve funds for the redemption of banknotes. On this day, it is resolved that each of the national banks will be asked for their views in order to send another petition to the Bank of Japan about the matter of raising prices. Later a reply comes from the Bank of Japan that it has no objections and the national banks are queried and their agreement about the matter obtained as well.

11 September 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060034k] ……… p. 129

Previously, there had been a secret consultation with the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) on the matter of the method for the joint redemption of banknotes. Drafts were prepared concerning: the abolition of detailed statements documenting the numbers given to redeemed banknotes, the burden of surplus or deficit in the balance toward the final phase of banknote redemption, and the exchange of banknotes for convertible notes. The drafts were discussed and, since there were no objections, they are submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵大臣) for approval on this day. In December 1888, only the first item is approved.

10 October 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060035k] ……… p. 139

On this day, Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held at the Shiba Kōyōkan.

10 October 1886 (Meiji 19) [id: DK060036k] ……… p. 139

A convenient method for the exchange of damaged banknotes is proposed and the proposal is submitted to and approved by the Bank of Japan (日本銀行). It is announced that the national banks have been notified that they should handle the exchange of damaged banknotes in the same way.

6 January 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060037k] ……… p. 140

Eiichi often reported on the accounts or made accounting decisions. On this day, having drafted the business report for the second half of 1886, he has it examined by committee members and submits it to the minister of finance (大蔵大臣). Later he reports that it should be sent out as well.

6 January 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060038k] ……… p. 142

Previously, the Association had sent a request to the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) requesting that new 1-yen convertible notes not be issued for a while because circulation of the notes had increased so much in recent years that it had become troublesome to manage them.
On this day, Eiichi reports that there has been a reply from the Bank of Japan saying that it hopes banks will endure the short-term inconvenience as circulation of convertible notes is expected to balance out sooner or later.

6 January 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060039k] ……… p. 143

Previously, a directive had been received from the Disbursements Bureau (出納局) to investigate and report on the circulation of subsidiary coins. This had been carried out. On this day, Eiichi reports on the aforementioned matter and gives his opinion.

6 January 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060040k] ……… p. 144

Eiichi observed the situation of his colleagues throughout the country regarding the issuing of consolidated bonds and the redemption of public bonds with 6 percent or higher interest and suggested that, at an appropriate time, a report be made to the authorities. The membership agrees.

5 May 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060041k] ……… p. 145

To celebrate the establishment of the conversion system, the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所) invites Prime Minister (内閣総理大臣) Count Itō Hirobumi (伊藤博文), his ministers (大臣), vice ministers (次官), and others to the Rokumeikan (鹿鳴館, Deer Cry Pavilion) and holds a banquet. Most notably, Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Count Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) is presented with calligraphy to honor his meritorious services and Eiichi gives a speech on behalf of the associated banks.

23 October 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060042k] ……… p. 152

On this day, Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held at the Shiba Kōyōkan.

15 November 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060043k] ……… p. 153

Previously, a discussion had been held at the Association concerning the revision of the price of public bonds backing paper currency. On this day, it is decided to request that the issue price be changed to 95 yen per 100 yen face value for all public bonds with 5 percent or higher interest, including consolidated bonds.

1 December 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060044k] ……… p. 154

Previously, the Dai-Ichi Kokuritsu Ginkō (第一国立銀行, First National Bank) had proposed the establishment of a clearinghouse (tegata kōkanjo) in the Association. It was thus decided to establish a clearinghouse within the Tegata Torihikijo (手形取引所, Bills Exchange) and, on this day, transactions begin.

24 December 1887 (Meiji 20) [id: DK060045k] ……… p. 154

Previously, the minister of finance (大蔵大臣) had issued a directive that a registered seal must be affixed to all bonds and certificates. At an extraordinary meeting on this day, Hara Rokurō (原六郎) states that the directive is impossible to follow. Eiichi attends and voices the opinion that the matter should be submitted to the authorities. Those present have no objections. Accordingly, the matter is submitted on a later day and, although rejected once, notification is later received that an official seal may be used instead.

15 April 1888 (Meiji 21) [id: DK060046k] ……… p. 156

Previously, there had been a proposal on the matter of amendments to the Public Bond Ordinance. On this day, prior to the opening of the spring social gathering, Eiichi reports that the aforementioned issue has not been accepted, but that sooner or later the wishes of those in the field will be fulfilled. The act is subsequently amended.

15 April 1888 (Meiji 21) [id: DK060047k] ……… p. 160

A spring social gathering is held on this day. Before the start of the banquet, Eiichi calls for a discussion on the matter of interest rates on current deposits and loans as well as the matter of the “cross check,” an inquiry about which was received from the Ōsaka Ginkō Shūkaijo (大阪銀行集会所, Osaka Bankers’ Association). But since the banquet is already underway, it is decided to discuss both matters at a future date. As neither matter is urgent, decisions about them are made at the next meeting.

15 August 1888 (Meiji 21) [id: DK060048k] ……… p. 163

The 86th formal meeting is held. Eiichi attends and presents on the issue of the tax stamp that should be affixed to overdrafts and correspondence contracts. He suggests petitioning the authorities on the issue. There being no objections, it is decided to do so at a later date. The Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) subsequently sends notification that the petition has been accepted.

14 October 1888 (Meiji 21) [id: DK060049k] ……… p. 166

On this day, Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held at the Shiba Kōyōkan.

15 February 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060050k] ……… p. 167

The 92nd formal meeting is held. Eiichi attends and proposes discussion of various items including a gradual decrease in the fee to join. After consultation, all of the items are resolved. Details are decided at the next meeting.

12 February 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060051k] ……… p. 170

Celebrating the promulgation of the Constitution, the associated banks welcome the passage of the imperial carriage.

13 April 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060052k] ……… p. 171

On this day, Eiichi attends a spring social gathering held at the Mukōjima Yaomatsu.

15 May 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060053k] ……… p. 171

Previously, notification had come from the Tax Division (賦税課) of the Tokyo prefectural government (東京府庁) that, while recipients of money by telegraphic transfer had previously been required to have a stamp, it would no longer be required except for transfers between banks. On this day, a discussion is held concerning the above matter and it is decided that only those who receive money ascertained to have nothing to do with business would no longer need to affix a stamp.

15 May 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060054k] ……… p. 172

In regards to the matter of public bonds entrusted to the Bank of Japan (日本銀行), it is decided to inquire with the Bank of Japan and then notify banks that all public bonds with 5 percent or higher interest will be forwarded to the Bank of Japan at face value price. Later, having received approval from the Bank of Japan, notification is sent to the banks.

15 May 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060055k] ……… p. 173

Previously, an application is made to the Tokyo prefectural governor (東京府知事) for permission to purchase a plot of land adjacent to the Association that it was borrowing but was owned by the state. On this day, it is announced that the request has been approved.

15 May 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060056k] ……… p. 174

Previously, an inquiry had been received from the Ōsaka Ginkō Shūkaijo (大阪銀行集会所, Osaka Bankers’ Association) regarding changes to the method of handling telegraphic transfers. On this day, it is decided to choose regular and temporary members to deliberate on the aforementioned issue. Subsequently it is decided to reply that each bank should handle telegraphic transfers as it deems appropriate.

22 May 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060057k] ……… p. 176

Previously, Bank of Japan Governor (日本銀行総裁) Tomita Tetsunosuke (富田鉄之助) had invited Eiichi and others to gather and had given a speech on the issue of the expansion of commercial bills. On this day, he invites several Tokyo merchants to a meeting on this issue and encourages them to promote the convenience and profitability of transactions using bills. Also on this day, Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) invites Eiichi and others to meet and gives advice about handling raw silk documentary bills. Eiichi and others decide beforehand to follow the advice and convey this to the Yokohama raw silk wholesalers commissioned by manufacturers. Both decisions are later approved.

15 June 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060058k] ……… p. 184

Previously, the Hakodate branch of the Dai-Sanjūsan Kokuritsu Ginkō (第三十三国立銀行, 33rd National Bank) had inquired about whether it should include an entry for public loans in its account books if it applied for a public loan to start a water service enterprise in Hakodate. The Association sent the inquiry to the appropriate authorities. On this day, it is reported that a directive has been received saying public loan accounts should be entered under the loan account category. It is decided to follow the directive for the time being.

12 October 1889 (Meiji 22) [id: DK060059k] ……… p. 185

On this day, Eiichi attends an autumn social gathering held at the Mukōjima Yaomatsu.

20 February 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060060k] ……… p. 185

Bank Bureau Director (銀行局長) Tajiri Inajirō (田尻稲次郎) invites merchants, bankers, and others to the Association and speaks about the matter of the expansion of bill transactions. Then, Eiichi takes the podium and it is decided that a written opinion about the matter should be presented to either the Association or the Tokyo Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association (東京商工会). Later a written opinion is prepared and submitted to Director Tajiri.

25 February 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060061k] ……… p. 185

Ikeda Kenzō (池田謙三), manager of the Dai-Hyaku Ginkō (第百銀行, 100th Bank), asks for a discussion on the issue of how to handle bad bills. The membership agrees and decides that those banks not represented at the meeting on this day should be notified of the discussion in writing.

14 April 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060062k] ……… p. 186

On this day, at the invitation of Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Count Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) and Bank of Japan Governor (日本銀行総裁) Kawada Koichirō (川田小一郎), Eiichi departs Tokyo for Osaka with Yasuda Zenjirō (安田善次郎). On behalf of the associated banks of both the Tokyo and Osaka bankers’ associations, they talk about relief measures for the tight money market of the time. This opens the way for discounting bills with government collateral and, moreover, it is decided to increase the cap on the maximum amount of specie reserve to 85 million yen by amending the Convertible Banknotes Ordinance.
Eiichi returns to Tokyo on 4 May via Kobe, Kyoto, Yokkaichi, and Nagoya.

15 May 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060063k] ……… p. 218

Previously, the Commercial Law had been promulgated pursuant to Law No. 29. On this day, Eiichi proposes the establishment of the Shō Hō Shitsugikai (商法質議会, Commercial Law Discussion Group) jointly with the Tokyo Merchants and Manufacturers’ Association (東京商工会) and receives agreement on the proposal from the membership. The Shitsugikai’s first meeting is held on 10 July of this year and meetings are held dozens of times thereafter.

1 September 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060064k] ……… p. 219

Previously, Eiichi had proposed revising the Association’s bylaws and frequent committee meetings had been held to discuss the revisions. On 15 August, Eiichi had been chosen as a committee member according to the revised bylaws and, on this day, he is nominated as the committee chairman. He remains in the post until February 1896 (Meiji 29).

12 September 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060065k] ……… p. 233

Previously, there had been miscalculations involving the government’s method of redeeming banknotes and the issue of an extension of the deadline for banknote redemption came up among national banks. Eiichi had often expressed his opinion about this problem on behalf of the associated banks of Tokyo and, on this day, he finally submits to Bank Bureau Director (銀行局長) Tajiri (田尻) a request for a six-year extension of the banknote redemption deadline and also meets with Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) to explain the main points of the request.

15 September 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060066k] ……… p. 251

Previously, it had been decided to request an amendment to the articles of association pertaining to the revocation of permission to use small corporate seals. On this day, the articles are revised and a request to change the dimensions of seals is submitted.

15 October 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060067k] ……… p. 254

Yasuda Zenjirō (安田善次郎) wants to stop giving receipts for discounts on Bank of Japan (日本銀行) bills. A resolution is adopted to stop issuing receipts and to issue bills instead.

15 November 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060068k] ……… p. 255

Previously, the Savings Bank Ordinance had been enacted. Eiichi inquired of the relevant authorities in the two matters of whether a current account of less than five yen would contravene the second clause of Article 1 of the Ordinance and how the title of an account should be rendered in reporting the balance of deposits from January of the following year onward. He is instructed that since the name chochiku yokin (貯蓄預金, savings deposit) would no longer be used starting in January of the following year, they should all be changed to betsudan yokin (別段預金, special deposits) and that an account of less than five yen should be handled in accordance with the second clause of Article 1 of the Ordinance.

29 November 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060069k] ……… p. 257

In celebration of the opening of the first session of the Imperial Diet, the associated banks are closed on this day.

15 December 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060070k] ……… p. 258

Following discussion regarding sanctions on the Dai-Rokujū Kokuritsu Ginkō (第六十国立銀行, 60th National Bank), it is decided to expel the bank.

15 December 1890 (Meiji 23) [id: DK060071k] ……… p. 259

The acquisition of information on recent financial conditions in Europe and the United States and two other matters are discussed and all are approved.

28 February 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060072k] ……… p. 260

The Tōkyō Tegata Torihikijo (東京手形取引所, Tokyo Bills Exchange) and its clearinghouse are dissolved on this day and, on 1 March, the new Tōkyō Tegata Kōkanjo (東京手形交換所, Tokyo Clearing House) is established. Eiichi becomes committee chairman.

16 March 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060073k] ……… p. 260

Previously, a consultation had been held concerning the severance of exchange certificates and their delivery. On this day, the same topic is discussed again, but ultimately it is decided that the matter should be dropped.

21 May 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060074k] ……… p. 263

Previously, the Russian Tsarevich had been injured in an attack in Ōtsu. Eiichi announces that he had paid the Tsarevich a get-well visit on behalf of the Association. Then on the 22nd, a resolution is adopted that the banks’ staff should welcome the passing of the imperial carriage upon the return of His Majesty the Emperor.

15 June 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060075k] ……… p. 263

Previously, despite the fact that the Bank Ordinance and the Savings Bank Ordinance had been promulgated, their enforcement had been put off due to the postponed enactment of the Commercial Law. Considering the importance of the ordinances, a committee had been formed to investigate the matter. On this day, draft revisions for the Bank Ordinance prepared by the committee are deliberated upon, but, although they are submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵大臣) on 24 June, they are not approved. A legislative bill for revision of the Bank Ordinance is later brought up at the third session of the Diet but is ultimately rejected.

15 September 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060076k] ……… p. 277

The issue of agents in Article 63 of the Civil Proceedings Act is brought up for discussion along with a draft for revision of the Savings Bank Ordinance, prepared by the investigation committee. After several rounds of consultation, a final draft is submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵大臣) on 2 December but is not adopted.

16 November 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060077k] ……… p. 286

Previously, an inquiry had been received from the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) via the governor of the Bank of Japan (日本銀行総裁) about how to use the huge number of copper coins not in circulation. On this day, a draft reply to the Bank of Japan is decided upon.

38 [28] November 1891 (Meiji 24) [id: DK060078k] ……… p. 288

Previously, on 25 November, Bank of Japan Governor (日本銀行総裁) Kawada (川田) had gathered Eiichi and other bankers including Sonoda Kōkichi (園田孝吉), Yasuda Zenjirō (安田善次郎), Nakamigawa Hikojirō (中上川彦次郎), and Yamanaka Rinnosuke (山中隣之助) to consult on the acquisition of a private railway. On this day, the associated banks hold an extraordinary meeting at the Association building, chaired by Eiichi, and decide to present a proposal on the matter to the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce (東京商業会議所). It is presented to the Chamber on the 30th of the same month.

6 January 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060079k] ……… p. 293

The Ōsaka Dōmei Ginkō (大阪同盟銀行, Osaka Bankers’ Association) proposed forming a bankers organization, but it is decided to reply that the proposal is hard to accept.

26 February 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060080k] ……… p. 294

Previously, Eiichi had proposed standardizing samples of various kinds of bank bonds, certificates, and bills. The proposal was accepted by the membership. Accordingly, an investigation committee had been formed and research begun. On this day, a draft for current account transactions is chosen from the aforementioned samples and presented for deliberation. After several rounds of discussion, all the drafts are revised and adopted.

15 July 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060081k] ……… p. 301

Previously, Toyokawa Ryōhei (豊川良平), president of the 119th National Bank (第百十九国立銀行), had introduced a proposal on the issue of mortgages on unregistered bonds. On this day, a draft of an inquiry about this matter is agreed upon and it is decided that the justice minister (司法大臣) should be apprised of the situation and asked to present the draft to the Hōsōkai (法曹会, Bar Association).

15 July 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060082k] ……… p. 304

Previously, a question had come from the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) about the merits and demerits of the circulation of 50-sen silver coins. On this day, agreement is reached on a draft answer to the Ministry of Finance.

22 September 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060083k] ……… p. 306

On behalf of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Eiichi invites Count Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義) and Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Watanabe Kunitake (渡辺国武) to the Imperial Hotel (帝国ホテル) to express gratitude to the former for kindness shown to the Association during his tenure and to congratulate the latter on his succession to the post.

15 October 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060084k] ……… p. 309

Discussion is held on the issue of the lettering of cheques from current accounts. Then there is a report that the director of the Audit Bureau (監査局) has issued an advisory on the matter of the corporate bonds of various national banks.

15 November 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060085k] ……… p. 310

Based on the findings of the investigation committee, amendments to term deposit certificates, safety deposit certificates, and exchange bill secondary certificates are submitted for discussion. Following the discussion, the only original draft that is approved is that for exchange bill secondary certificates. The other drafts are both approved at later meetings.

15 November 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060086k] ……… p. 312

Previously, there had been discussion on the issue of the handling of cargo by small-scale shipping agents called shagaisen (社外船). On this day, Eiichi reports that a definite answer will soon be received from the shipping agents.

19 December 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060087k] ……… p. 313

Previously there had been talk about imposing a tax on the Bank of Japan (日本銀行). Given the importance of this matter, it is decided on this day to draw up a written opinion piece opposing the tax and send it to various quarters. In 1895, during the eighth session of the Diet, a bill on the taxation of the Bank of Japan passes the House of Representatives. Another written opinion piece is therefore drafted and sent to various quarters. The bill is later rejected by the House of Peers.

24 December 1892 (Meiji 25) [id: DK060088k] ……… p. 320

Previously, Eiichi had been assaulted by two ruffians but fortunately escaped injury. On this day, a celebration is held at the Imperial Hotel (帝国ホテル) hosted by the associated banks of the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所). Eiichi attends and expresses his appreciation in a speech.

15 April 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060089k] ……… p. 323

On this day, Eiichi attends a spring social gathering held at the Imperial Hotel (帝国ホテル).

June 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060090k] ……… p. 324

Having requested that the redemption of banknotes be postponed, the Fifteenth National Bank of Japan (第十五国立銀行) attempts to obtain Eiichi’s agreement. He wants to resolve the postponement issue through administrative measures, however, while the Fifteenth National Bank wants to have the law revised. On the condition that it would be best to follow his original intent if it goes that way, Eiichi consults the associated banks of Tokyo and becomes a member of a special committee assigned to deal with the Bank’s request.

14 October 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060091k] ……… p. 327

Previously, a plan had been decided upon to organize banking associations in various parts of the country and a written proposal had been sent to each national bank and their agreement obtained. Eiichi had been involved as a committee member in the deliberation and drafting of the bylaws for the establishment of the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society) made up of the member banks of the association. On this day, he announces that the first Kantō Ginkōkai meeting will be held on the 23rd.

14 October 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060092k] ……… p. 330

Regarding recent counterfeiting of banknotes and their public circulation, Eiichi reports that the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) has instructed banks that, when they receive counterfeit notes, they must report what types of banknotes and how many.

23 October 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060093k] ……… p. 330

Previously, on 22 July, at the urging of Eiichi, there had been an informal announcement from Vice Minister of Finance (大蔵次官) Tajiri (田尻) on a plan for the redemption of national bank notes, but there was disagreement between the national banks and the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) regarding the specifics of the bill. An additional bill that followed later also failed to pass. This caused bankers nationwide to feel that the only way to resolve such issues was to unite. So the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society) was organized in the Kantō region and its first meeting is held on this day.

15 December 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060094k] ……… p. 345

Previously, on 1 July 1893, the Bank Ordinance and the Savings Bank Ordinance had come into effect. On this day it is decided that amendments to the ordinances should be presented to the fifth session of the Diet. Later, in 1895, both ordinances are amended.

15 December 1893 (Meiji 26) [id: DK060095k] ……… p. 353

Previously, with the enactment of the Commercial Law, the director of the Audit Bureau (監査局) of the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) had sent out a notice that even national banks should be registered and the term kabushiki kaisha (Co., Ltd.) should be added to their names. After discussion, it was decided that each bank would be registered but that there was no need to add the term kabushiki kaisha. On this day, it is reported that a bill related to this is being sent to the Diet. Later, the bill passes both houses and is promulgated pursuant to Law No. 18.

9 March 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060096k] ……… p. 357

A ceremony in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the emperor’s wedding is held on this day and all the associated banks close in celebration.

15 March 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060097k] ……… p. 358

Discussions are held on agenda items to submit to the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society) and other topics.

15 May 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060098k] ……… p. 358

Previously, frequent consultations had been held to discuss the issue of whether or not bank branch managers had the capacity to sue or be sued and the issue of public notification and nullification applications for remittance bills. On this day, it is decided to form a committee to investigate the aforementioned matters. Later, a decision is made on the prescribed form for commissions to be issued to bank branch managers.

17 May 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060099k] ……… p. 361

A social gathering for bankers is hosted by the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) at the Shiba Kōyōkan. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

22 May 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060100k] ……… p. 362

Previously, in April, the Kyūshū Ginkō Dōmeikai (九州銀行同盟会, Kyushu Bank Alliance) had decided to submit an extension request and asked for the approval of the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society). On this day, the Ginkōkai holds an extraordinary meeting and decides that if the national banks measures bill is rejected, they will present a request to extend the charter expiration date.

5 June 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060101k] ……… p. 367

Debate in the Imperial Diet over the bill dealing with the expiration of the charters of the national banks has not been concluded. On this day, a meeting of the Zenkoku Kokuritsu Ginkō Kōshō Iinkai (全国国立銀行交渉委員会, Countrywide National Bank Negotiating Committee) is held and it is decided to seek a ten-year extension of the charters. Chinjō Iin (陳情委員, Appeal Committee members) and Kokuritsu Ginkō Enki Shuisho Kisō Iin (国立銀行延期趣意書起草委員, National Banks Dissolution Postponement Prospectus Draft Committee members) are chosen. Eiichi’s personal opinion is to oppose the extension, but he abides by the decision and is selected as a member of both committees and carries out his obligation in the matter.

15 August 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060102k] ……… p. 373

Previously, war had broken out between China and Japan. On this day, Eiichi calls on all bankers to be prudent.

15 September 1894 (Meiji 27) [id: DK060103k] ……… p. 374

Previously, member banks of the Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House) had submitted for discussion the matters of the signing of cheques and how to handle bad cheques. On this day, a resolution is adopted on both items.

29 January 1895 (Meiji 28) [id: DK060104k] ……… p. 376

In recognition of the funeral of His Highness, the Imperial Prince Taruhito (熾仁), all the associated banks close temporarily.

15 March 1895 (Meiji 28) [id: DK060105k] ……… p. 377

Previously, Eiichi had been ill and had gone to Ōiso to convalesce. A decision by the Association had sent Toyokawa Ryōhei (豊川良平) as a representative for a get-well visit. On this day, Eiichi expresses his gratitude in the matter.

30 May 1895 (Meiji 28) [id: DK060106k] ……… p. 378

All the associated banks welcome the procession of the returning commander-in-chief, His Majesty the Emperor.

14 June 1895 (Meiji 28) [id: DK060107k] ……… p. 379

Previously, Eiichi had introduced and discussed the contents of 50 oku furan shōkin ron (五十億法償金論, The Controversy of the Five Billion Franc Indemnity) by Bamberger and Futsukoku shōkin ron (仏国償金論, Discourse on the French Indemnity) by Adolf Soetbeer. On this day, Eiichi refers to these writings and offers a proposal to be submitted to the authorities regarding how the indemnity from China should be spent. Those present agree so it is decided to select committee members with whom to entrust the task.

11 November 1895 (Meiji 28) [id: DK060108k] ……… p. 380

The associated banks are closed in recognition of the funeral of His Highness, the Imperial Prince Yoshihisa (能久).

15 February 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060109k] ……… p. 380

Previously, due to the revision of regulations governing third-class mail permits, it had been decided to once again make Ginkō tsūshinroku (銀行通信録, Bank Records) not available for purchase. On this day it is decided to change the format of the record and select a committee to do research on the matter. Later, at the committee’s suggestion, an economics library is set up within the Association.

15 February 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060110k] ……… p. 384

Previously, Eiichi had advocated for the establishment of a credit bureau and urged the membership to give the matter their attention. Thus, a committee had been formed to study the issue. On this day, the organization of the Tōkyō Shōgyō Kōshinjo (東京商業興信所, Tokyo Credit Bureau) is announced with the hope that Association members will support and join the new organization.

16 March 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060111k] ……… p. 386

The Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) revises its bylaws and Eiichi becomes chairman. He stays in the post until December 1900.

16 March 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060112k] ……… p. 390

An inquiry has been received from the Second National Bank of Japan (第二国立銀行) regarding whether or not registration is needed when a director is reelected or reappointed. It is decided that registration is not needed and, that in the event of a complaint, this decision may be used as an explanation. Later, the Bank sends notification of its decision that registration is not necessary.

16 March 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060113k] ……… p. 391

There is a consultation about the Nippon Kangyō Bank Act and the Agricultural and Industrial Banks Act.

16 March 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060114k] ……… p. 395

A bill on taxation of the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) has been presented to the Diet again, so the Association decides to publish its views on the matter in accordance with the 1892 opinion letter. However, legislation on the payment of taxes by the Bank of Japan is passed in February 1899 and is promulgated the following March pursuant to Law No. 56.

17 March 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060115k] ……… p. 397

Previously, a petition jointly signed by the Dai-Ichi Kokuritsu Ginkō (第一国立銀行, First National Bank) and 12 other banks on the matter of measures following the expiration of the charters of the national banks had been submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵大臣). On this day, in celebration of the passage of the Measures for the Expiration of the Business Licenses of the National Banks Bill, members of both the House of Peers and the House of Representatives who worked hard to ensure passage of the bill are invited to the Shiba Kōyōkan for a celebratory banquet.

15 June 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060116k] ……… p. 401

There is discussion about a proposal from the member banks of the Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House) on the revision of rates for a stamp tax on securities and it is decided to create a committee to study the issue. Later, the above is submitted to the minister of finance (大蔵大臣) for approval.

15 October 1896 (Meiji 29) [id: DK060117k] ……… p. 406

There is discussion about agenda items to be presented to the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society) and other topics.

5 February 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060118k] ……… p. 407

Eiichi goes to Kyoto on behalf of the associated banks of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) to pay his respects to the funerary procession for Empress Dowager Eishō (英照皇太后). He returns to Tokyo on the 11th.

15 February 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060119k] ……… p. 408

Discussion is held on the matter of an inquiry from the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce (東京商業会議所) about the issue of statutory interest rates for commercial transactions. Eventually it is decided to appoint a committee to study the matter. Later, a reply is sent stating that they hope the rate will be set at 6 percent per annum.

15 March 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060120k] ……… p. 408

Previously, a proposal had been made regarding standard issue of gold coins and Eiichi had been one of the committee members assigned to investigate the matter. Later, when the government presented a currency bill to the Diet, he prepared and submitted written suggestions for revision of the bill. On this day, he reports that these suggestions were rejected in the end.

15 March 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060121k] ……… p. 418

There is discussion about an agenda item to be presented to the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society) and other topics.

15 July 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060122k] ……… p. 419

Previously, there had been a proposal on the matter of restructuring the Association. On this day, it is decided to keep the organizational structure as it is, but make a number of changes to the Association’s regulations including methods for contributions and expenses.

15 September 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060123k] ……… p. 420

Previously, there had been discussion on the matter of banks in outlying parts of the city establishing agencies in the Nihonbashi area to handle the payment of cheques. On this day, it is decided that cheques from banks without handling agencies will not be accepted.

15 September 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060124k] ……… p. 421

Previously, at a meeting of member banks of the Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House) there had been discussion about phasing out the rin in commercial transactions. On this day, a decision is reached on the above matter and later a committee is formed and a decision made on instructions for member banks and a draft notice to be sent to clients and correspondent banks.

11 November 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060125k] ……… p. 425

On behalf of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Eiichi explains to Tokyo Prefectural Governor (東京府知事) Viscount Okabe Nagamoto (岡部長職) how the bank tax, one of the soon-to-be-instituted Tokyo City special taxes, will be a hindrance to the growth of commerce and industry.

15 December 1897 (Meiji 30) [id: DK060126k] ……… p. 429

The Tōkyō Shōkō Sōdankai (東京商工相談会, Tokyo Commerce and Industry Discussion Group) submitted a request for the Association’s opinion of the post-war economy. It is decided that Association members should individually express their views directly to the Sōdankai.

15 March 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060127k] ……… p. 429

It is decided that the matters of a revision of the regulations for the stamp tax on securities and the extent to which subsidiary coins may be issued should be agenda items for a meeting of the Kantō Ginkōkai (関東銀行会, Kanto Banking Society). A committee is formed to study these matters.

15 June 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060128k] ……… p. 431

Previously, Eiichi had returned home safely from a tour of Korea. On this day, bankers from the Association’s member banks and others invite him to the Ryōgoku Kameseirō. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

19 September 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060129k] ……… p. 434

Previously, there had been an inquiry from the vice minister of agriculture and commerce (農商務次官) about dispatching members on an official business inspection tour of China. On this day, a reply is sent stating that they will refrain from sending anybody.

15 October 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060130k] ……… p. 435

Previously, there had been an inquiry from the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) concerning amendments to Article 349 and two other articles of the Civil Code and a committee had been formed to study the matter. On this day, as a result of discussions based on a report from the committee, it is decided to present a written opinion statement to the Hōten Chōsakai (法典調査会, Legal Code Research Council).

15 October 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060131k] ……… p. 438

Previously, it had been proposed that an extension be built as the Association building had become too small. On this day, it is decided to add a two-story structure of a little over 90 tsubo [about 300 square meters or 3200 square feet] at an estimated cost of 20,000 yen.

15 October 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060132k] ……… p. 439

Previously, the government had presented a stamp tax bill to the 12th session of the Diet but the bill did not pass. On this day, it is decided to submit a proposal on revisions to the bill. Later, on 10 March 1899, the Stamp Tax Act is promulgated pursuant to Law No. 54.

29 November 1898 (Meiji 31) [id: DK060133k] ……… p. 451

Previously, Toyokawa Ryōhei (豊川良平) had proposed forming a committee to study raising the maximum issuable amount of tax exempt specie fiduciary reserves backing Bank of Japan (日本銀行) convertible notes. Committee members met numerous times to discuss the matter. On this day, Committee Chairman Sonoda Kōkichi (園田孝吉) briefs Eiichi on these meetings.

25 April 1899 (Meiji 32) [id: DK060134k] ……… p. 461

A spring social gathering is held at the Mukōjima Yaomatsurō. Eiichi attends.

15 June 1899 (Meiji 32) [id: DK060135k] ……… p. 462

Bankers’ associations in both Kyushu and Chugoku-Shikoku submitted a proposal that an all-Japan conference of bankers be held under the auspices of the Association. But the Association doesn’t believe this is necessary and decides to reply to that effect.

15 June 1899 (Meiji 32) [id: DK060136k] ……… p. 463

Previously, implementation of the amended Commercial Law had made it necessary to form a special committee to study the revision of the articles of association of each bank. On this day, the committee’s written report is approved and a draft of a letter of inquiry on the handling of bills to be sent by each bank to its clients is also approved.

1 September 1899 (Meiji 32) [id: DK060137k] ……… p. 465

A request is submitted to the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) in regards to the matter of using cheques to pay taxes. Although it is not granted, a system for payment of taxes by cheque is later launched in Tokyo prefecture.

5 December 1899 (Meiji 32) [id: DK060138k] ……… p. 471

Previously, the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) had been established in the Bankers’ Association (銀行集会所) building. It was opened on 1 November. On this day, Eiichi becomes a director.

15 February 1900 (Meiji 33) [id: DK060139k] ……… p. 475

Previously, there had been discussion on three matters, including lengthening the time period within which a cheque could be cashed, and a committee had been formed to study the issues. On this day, it was reported that House members had presented additions to the Stamp Tax Act to the current Diet session and that the vice president of the Hōten Chōsakai (法典調査会, Legal Code Research Council), Kiyoura (清浦), had been petitioned on the matter of warehouse bonds and certified cheques.

27 February 1900 (Meiji 33) [id: DK060140k] ……… p. 480

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 4th dinner party. Count Inoue Kaoru (井上馨) delivers a speech and Eiichi delivers words of gratitude.

28 May 1900 (Meiji 33) [id: DK060141k] ……… p. 496

On 9 May, Eiichi was granted the title of baron. On this day, a celebration is held at the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) hosted by four organizations—the Tokyo Bankers’ Association, the Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), the Tōkyō Kōshinjo (東京興信所, Tokyo Credit Bureau), and the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部). Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

15 June 1900 (Meiji 33) [id: DK060142k] ……… p. 500

Nijū Ginkō (二十銀行, 20 Bank) submits a proposal on the revision of the way in which the name of the paying bank appears on bills and the decision that bank branches do not have legal individuality. A committee is thus formed to study the matter. Later it is decided that the president and vice president of the committee will select legal experts and have them prepare a comprehensive system of bills and cheques in accordance with the provisions of the current law.

16 July 1900 (Meiji 33) [id: DK060143k] ……… p. 506

Previously, it had been decided to revise the bylaws of the Association and a committee had been formed to investigate the matter. On this day, the committee’s report is submitted and the draft revision is approved with revisions.

16 March 1901 (Meiji 34) [id: DK060144k] ……… p. 511

Previously, it had been decided that the government should submit bills for revisions of the Bank Ordinance and the Savings Bank Ordinance to the 15th session of the Diet. Thus, Ōno Seikei (大野清敬) and others had made a proposal on the matter. Accordingly, committee members had been chosen to investigate the issue. Later an extraordinary general meeting was held to discuss and approve the committee’s report. On this day, an opinion paper is submitted to the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省). Later the government decides to stop the submission of the above bills. Then, the following year, in 1902, there is another discussion about the government bringing the bills before the 16th session of the Diet but, in the end, the issue ends without them being submitted.

5 July 1901 (Meiji 34) [id: DK060145k] ……… p. 516

Previously, Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Sone Arasuke (曽禰荒助) had invited Eiichi and other bankers to meet with him so he could introduce himself upon taking up the office of minister. On this day, Eiichi and others return the favor by inviting Sone and Sakatani Yoshirō (阪谷芳郎), administrative director of the Ministry of Finance (大蔵省総務長官), among others, to the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部). Eiichi gives a speech expressing his desire to change the old practice of placing politics above business.

24 July 1901 (Meiji 34) [id: DK060146k] ……… p. 520

A regular general meeting is held and Eiichi attends. From this time on, he frequently attends these meetings and presides over the proceedings.

25 September 1901 (Meiji 34) [id: DK060147k] ……… p. 523

On behalf of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Eiichi invites Chinese Special Envoy Na Tong (那桐) and others to a party at the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部). Eiichi gives a speech expressing his wish to expand relations between the two countries to include commerce and industry in addition to the existing system limited mainly to the products of culture.

26 September 1901 (Meiji 34) [id: DK060148k] ……… p. 526

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 19th dinner and Katō Takaaki (加藤高明) speaks on the flotation of foreign loans. Eiichi delivers a speech of gratitude.

26–27 February 1902 (Meiji 35) [id: DK060149k] ……… p. 534

On the 26th, the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) and the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) hold a farewell party at the Tokyo Bankers’ Association building in Sakamoto-chō for Count Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義), who is leaving for Europe. Eiichi attends and gives a speech. On the following day, the 27th, Eiichi, together with Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Baron Sone Arasuke (曽禰荒助), Bank of Japan Governor (日本銀行総裁) Yamamoto Tatsuo (山本達雄), Baron Iwasaki Hisaya (岩崎久弥), and Baron Mitsui Takayasu (三井高保), holds a farewell party for Count Matsukata at the Imperial Hotel (帝国ホテル). Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

28 April 1902 (Meiji 35) [id: DK060150k] ……… p. 539

Previously, Eiichi had been planning a tour of Europe and the United States. Thus, on this day, the four organizations of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), Tōkyō Kōshinjo (東京興信所, Tokyo Credit Bureau), and Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly hold a farewell party at the Tokyo Bankers’ Association building for Eiichi and those going with him to Europe. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

16 August 1902 (Meiji 35) [id: DK060151k] ……… p. 544

In preparation for holding a regular general meeting of shareholders, Kabushiki Kaisha Teikoku Shōgyō Ginkō (株式会社帝国商業銀行, Imperial Bank of Commerce Ltd.) submits a proposal on the matter of the standardization of the extent of items that should be reported to shareholders. An extraordinary general meeting is convened to discuss the issue and it is decided to entrust officers with investigating the matter.

27 November 1902 (Meiji 35) [id: DK060152k] ……… p. 547

The four organizations of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), Tōkyō Kōshinjo (東京興信所, Tokyo Credit Bureau), and Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly host a welcome-home party at the Tokyo Banker’s Association for Eiichi, Matsukata Masayoshi (松方正義), Iwasaki Yanosuke (岩崎弥之助), and their travel companions. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

23 April 1903 (Meiji 36) [id: DK060153k] ……… p. 556

The Zenkoku Ginkō Taikai (全国銀行大会, All-Japan Bank Conference) is held by the Ōsaka Ginkō Shūkaijo (大阪銀行集会所, Osaka Bankers’ Association) at the Nakanoshima Public Hall in Osaka (中之島公会堂). Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

21 May 1903 (Meiji 36) [id: DK060154k] ……… p. 563

On this day, the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) invites the Chinese Beizi-rank prince, Zaizhen (載振), to a party. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

9 November 1903 (Meiji 36) [id: DK060155k] ……… p. 565

The Industrial Bank of Japan (日本興業銀行), in cooperation with the Nippon Kangyō Bank (日本勧業銀行) and others, invites the new and previous governors of the Bank of Japan (日本銀行) to the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部). Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

10 October 1904 (Meiji 37) [id: DK060156k] ……… p. 568

Previously, the government had decided to issue treasury bonds for the third time to finance the war of 1904–1905 and invited private sector bankers to consultations at the official residence of the minister of finance (大蔵大臣) and elsewhere.
On this day, Eiichi and other professionals meet at the prime minister’s official residence for a conference with Prime Minister (総理大臣) Katsura (桂) and Minister of Finance Sone (曽禰) as well as Count Matsukata (松方) and Count Inoue (井上). On the 12th a Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) ordinance is issued. On the 14th the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) holds a conference of member banks on the issuing of bonds. For the first time since recovering from illness, Eiichi attends and discusses the matter.

21 February 1905 (Meiji 38) [id: DK060157k] ……… p. 575

The government decided to issue treasury bonds for the fourth time and, on this day, Minister of Finance (大蔵大臣) Sone (曽禰) invites bankers from across the country to his official residence to ask them for advice. Eiichi gives a speech on behalf of the bankers.
Then, on the following day, the 22nd, the bankers meet at the Mitsui Shūkaijo (三井集会所, Mitsui Assembly Hall) and decide to recommend limiting the issuance to 100 million yen of bonds instead of 200 million yen. They agree to do their best to get full subscription and that Eiichi, as the bankers’ representative, will report their decision to the minister of finance. The government is in accord and issues 100 million in treasury bonds. It promulgates a Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) ordinance accordingly.

28 February 1905 (Meiji 38) [id: DK060158k] ……… p. 583

On this day, the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 44th dinner, which is attended by guests Ōkuma Shigenobu (大隈重信), Third Squadron Commander in Chief (第三艦隊司令長官) Kataoka (片岡), Third Squadron Commander (第三艦隊司令官) Yamada (山田), Korean Financial Counselor (韓国財政顧問) Megata (目賀田), and others. Eiichi gives a speech.

15 March 1905 (Meiji 38) [id: DK060159k] ……… p. 596

On this day, the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), and Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly hold a party to celebrate the great victory in the battle at Mukden, Manchuria. Eiichi gives a speech on behalf of the hosts.

22 April 1905 (Meiji 38) [id: DK060160k] ……… p. 605

At the time of the fourth issue of treasury bonds, the government had planned to issue 200 billion yen in bonds, but accepted the recommendation of the bankers to issue half that amount, 100 billion yen. Then, they ended up issuing the remaining 100 billion yen as a fifth round of treasury bonds and promulgated a Ministry of Finance (大蔵省) ordinance to that end on 20 April.
On this day, the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) holds a discussion on the subscription. Eiichi attends.

31 May 1905 (Meiji 38) [id: DK060161k] ……… p. 607

The Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) and the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly hold a party to celebrate the great victory in the naval battle of the Sea of Japan. Eiichi gives a speech on behalf of the hosts.

17 November 1905 (Meiji 38) [id: DK060162k] ……… p. 614

On this day, the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), and Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly hold a party to celebrate the triumphant return of the Combined Fleet. Eiichi attends and gives a welcome home speech.

15 January 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060163k] ……… p. 616

On this day, the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 48th dinner, which is attended by Itō Hirobumi (伊藤博文), Ōkuma Shigenobu (大隈重信), and others as guests. Eiichi gives a speech.

1 February 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060164k] ……… p. 618

On this day, Eiichi is nominated as chairman of the Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部). Subsequently he repeatedly serves as chairman or committee member.

13 February 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060165k] ……… p. 620

The government promulgated a law concerning the payment of extraordinary contingency expenses and planned to raise 200 billion yen in government bonds.
On this day, Eiichi attends a conference held at the official residence of the minister of finance (大蔵大臣). Prime Minister Saionji (西園寺), his cabinet ministers, and others also attend as do bankers from the Kyoto-Osaka region and other parts of the country. Eiichi gives an address of thanks. Several conferences follow and, on 3 March, the Association’s member banks determine the amount of bonds they will float.

17 February 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060166k] ……… p. 628

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 49th dinner, which is attended by Korean Financial Counselor (韓国財政顧問) Megata Tanetarō (目賀田種太郎) as a guest. Eiichi gives a speech.

20 March 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060167k] ……… p. 630

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 50th dinner, which is attended by Bank of Japan (日本銀行) Deputy Governor (副総裁) and Yokohama Specie Bank (横浜正金銀行) President Takahashi Korekiyo (高橋是清) and Industrial Bank of Japan (日本興業銀行) President Soeda Juichi (添田寿一) as guests. Eiichi gives a speech.

26 March 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060168k] ……… p. 641

Bankers serving in the House of Peers and the House of Representatives as well as interested persons from the member banks of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) become incorporators and jointly hold a social gathering at the Tokyo Bankers’ Association. Eiichi gives a speech.

23 May 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060169k] ……… p. 643

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 51st dinner, which is attended by Minister of Justice (司法大臣) Matsuda Masahisa (松田正久) and others as guests. Eiichi gives a speech.

5 June 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060170k] ……… p. 660

The three organizations of the Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), and Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly hold a party for diplomats. Resident-General (統監) of Korea Itō Hirobumi (伊藤博文) and others attend as guests. Eiichi gives a speech.

7 August 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060171k] ……… p. 662

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 52nd dinner. Eiichi is invited, attends, and gives a talk about his observation tour of Korea.

28 September 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060172k] ……… p. 670

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 53rd dinner. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

21 November 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060173k] ……… p. 672

The Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) holds its 55th dinner. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

13 December 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060174k] ……… p. 675

The Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所) holds a dinner and invites Resident-General of Korea (韓国統監) Marquis Itō Hirobumi and Prime Minister (内閣総理大臣) Marquis Saionji Kinmochi (西園寺公望), among others, as guests. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.

19 December 1906 (Meiji 39) [id: DK060175k] ……… p. 675

The Tokyo Bankers’ Association (東京銀行集会所), Tōkyō Kōkanjo (東京交換所, Tokyo Clearing House), and Bankers Club (銀行倶楽部) jointly hold a dinner inviting, among others, Field Marshal Army General (元帥陸軍大将) Ōyama Iwao (大山巌) and Field Marshal Army General Count Nozu Michitsura (野津道貫) as guests. Eiichi attends and gives a speech.