Fungal disease found in old, American bedspread, reportedly (3,4)

I believe the answer is:

oak wilt

'fungal disease' is the definition.
(fungal disease affecting oak trees)

I can't explain the remainder of the clue.

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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