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THE OREGON DAILY JOURNAL, PORTLAND, THURSDAY EVENING, DECEMBER 7. 1911. 13 COMPTROLLER AVERS ASSETS OF NATIONAL. BANKS HIGHEST EVER Annual Statement Covering Condi tion of Institutions : of Country ' Telia of 12 Per Cent Increase j Pay Dividends of Over 11 Per Cent. (United Pnw tMaed Wlr.) 1 , Washington. Deo. 7. Th comptroller of the currency aayi In hla annual re port: The deposits in all the banks of the United States, except 4000 private banks, on June 7, 1911. amounted to 115,906,274,710. Cash on. hand In the banks was 11,654,147,169. Resources, $23,631,083,382. On June seventh the total savings bank deposits I were $&,445,724,806. There were' 66. state -and private bank failures during the year and three national banks went Into the hand of receivers. -:, ' The world's supply of tash, on Jan uary 1, 1911, was over $12,000,000,000, or $11.95 per capita. '. On June seventh the assets of the national banks totalled $10,883,088,694, the highest ever reached. The national banks Increased their business over 13 per cent and paid dividends of over 11 per cent on capital stock. PRESIDENT TAFT FAVORS NATIONAL COMMERCE BODY ratification of the conventions of Nicaragua and Honduras, the president says: "There rests with the United States the heavy responsibility of the afact that their rejection might consign, the republics " to etlll deeper submergence In bankruptcy, revolution and national Jeopardy." t , Party Jfot Considered. Maintenance of peace and order In Panama, ) without manifesting- prefer ence for success ' of either political party, is this country's conoern, the president, says. : ' . . "t t "An attitude of Strict Impartiality is maintained by this, .country with re-gard-to the Chinese rebellion, the presi dent asserts. He saya American Inter ests in China are toeing safeguarded "In strict accord with views of. other powers.'-1' , . The message recites two large loans placed by Amerloan capital In China for railroads and Importance of China as a field for commercial conquest; on an equal footing with other powers main taining Chinese Integrity. , ' a "In the war which unhappily exists between Italy and Turkey," President Taft says, "this government has no di rect political Interests, i At the same time all necessary steps have been taken to safeguard the personal Interests of Americans.? rv . - Unole San Vol Coaeerned. The only reference to differences be tween Russia and Persia, over retention by Persia of W. Morgan Shuster as treasurer, Is made by the president as follows: "Persia has been the scene of a long Internal struggle. These conditions have been the cause of uneasiness in European diplomacy, but thus far with out direct political concern In the United States." V Pleasure Is expressed by the presi dent, over conclusion of a new treaty with Japan. He says Admiral Togo's visit "afforded a welcome opportunity to demonstrate the friendly feeling so happily existing between the two coun tries." The president says he is convinced an American 'merchant marine should be built up speedily, declaring all other great nations pay heavy subsidies, and that this country should not lag behind in this respect. International Game w, Feasibility of an International game law is suggested, in expressing gratifi cation over conservation of seals by action of the North Pacific sealing con vention held last July. President Taft also urges congress to pass laws regulating traffic in opium and other narcotics. i For improvement of the consular service, legislation is asked to lncorpor- i ate regulations now partially providing civil service. ,.. A generous scale of salaries and es tablishment! la also suggested. Gain In American exports of $300000, 000 to a total of 18,000,000,000 during the fiscal year ended June 80 last also Is reported by the president, declaring few arbitrary tariff discriminations ex ist in this country. x,; ' REMAIN IN OREGON Oregon Trunk Chief Engineer ; Decides Not to Resign His Position. It Is stated today on good authority that Ralph Budd, who left for New York Tuesday evening to confer with John F. Stevens in regard to a posi tion offered him by the former presi dent of the Hill lines In Oregon, will not resign, but will remain as chief m . x 6tt, till Original mil Oenulno HORLICK'S MALTED NIILH The Food-drink for All tecs, For Infants, Invalids, and Growing children PureNutrition.UDbluldlnfl the whole bod v Invigorates the nursing mother and the aged Rich milk, malted gram, in powder form A muck lunch Di-entred in a minnfe. Take no institute. Ask for HORLICK'S Not in Anv Mitfc Trust Gevurtz & Sons fi and for Men and Young Men are Captivating in Outline Compelling in Fabric Conscientiously Tailored Considerately Priced on Credit Terms at no Extra Charge to After all it's really the fab ric which makes or breaks a suit of clothes. The most pro ficient tailor couldn't sew quality into an unworthy fabric. When you purchase your suit here you can depend on the knowledge that the fabric will look and hold its own in sunshine or storm. Whether it is a $15 suit or one for $35 you get the wear, the style, the looks and the tailoring for every cent of the price. ' (The Complete House and Home Furnishers" 4 wsss mm fc".- max ... m- . i& 'axwi () utii sin m mm m arr- a m m av j mm mm mm mm ail J iw. s aai nan wamrm icr laisa nini isu Tninniiiii m ai 'w m nn mm b aaaaawm, FIRST, SECOND AND YAMHILL STREETS nglnesr of ths S. p. A S. and ths Ora- Con Trunk lines. ' President Carl R. Gray of the Hill properties In Oregon is out pf the city today, having gone on a tour of Inspection of the Oregon Electric, but it Is understood that Mr. Oray has heard from Mr. Budd since the tatter's departure to the. effect that Mr. Budd had concluded to remain In Oregon. Mr. Budd will probably continue his Journey to New York to see Mr. Stev ens.! especially since before departing he announced his Intention of stopping off at Des Moines, Iowa, to visited rel atives. Mr. Budd's position with ths Hill lines here Is a most Important on as new construction work will be 'taken up from time to time In conformity with the development of the country and traffic. , "Grandma" Rickard Dies, Aged 93. Junction, Or., Deo. 7. Grandma Rick ard, aged about 93 years, died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Fred Trac er, Tuesday night. Mra Rickard was one of the pioneers of ; Oregon. Her husband, Casper Rickard, died about six years ago. j Pianos rented 1 3 per month. All money paid as rent can apply on pur chase pries later if desired. KOHLER CHASE, 875 Washington Street Holiday Suggestions Fur Coats In Alaska Sealskin (London dyed), Persian Lanib, Otter, Russian Pony Astrachan, Hudson Seal, etc. Fur Stoles and Muffs In Alaska Sable, Mink, Royal Er mine, Black Lynx, Fox, Black Mar ten, etc. Fur Rugs Fur Robes Fur Gloves Send for Catalogue Store Open Saturday Evenings G. P. Rummelin & Sons 124 Second Street, Bet. Washington and Alder Sst. 1870. Phones Kala 491; Ay-7318 I WM Plillliii am p, h pi iii AmmmWmmVm I la t fl Missounans No More We have shown conclusively to the women" of Portland that we CAN and ARE giving the best values in Suits and Coats than ever before attempted by any suit and cloak store. Come took at These Homespuns, serges, tweeds, . velours and worsted suits and coats in every new color and style. Not valued at $25 and $40, but WORTH that. Our Special Upstairs Sample Price for Friday and Saturday $14.80 COME AND GET ACQUAINTED. See what a big saving you can make by visiting The National Sample Suit & Cloak Company 2D FLOOR SWETLAND BLDG., 5TH AND WASHT'N Open Saturday Evening Until 10 o'Clock. Surprisin In every department of this great store. Handsome and home and roreign markets; dependable and inexpensive Grf Sugg estiois useful merchandise and novelties, showings from gift articles that are bound to please. Gift Suggestions For the Toilet We have no hesitancy in saying our showings of Toilet Articles are unex celled on the coast. ' Long experience has taught us the likes and preferences of Portland holiday shoppers. Here you will find both Toilet and Manicure Sets in handsome sterling silver mountings, also in Parisian ivory. All are priced from $2.75 and upward. See our Washington street window display. Sterling Silver Extra Heavy Toilet Sets Brush, Comb and Mirror $23.00 Others at ..$25, $28, $30 Manicure Sets at. $12.00 Others at.. .$13.50, $15, $17.50 Toilet and Manicure Sets of 20 pieces, a beautiful combination of fittings, priced at only $50.00 Others at $45, $42.50 Extra pieces in sterling silver, such as dainty cut glass, powder and cream jars, nail files, scissors, shoe horns, but ton hook, whisk brooms, hat and cloth brushes. ' Every one in itself an appro priate gift article, all priced at popular prices. Parisian Ivory Toilet Sets Brush, Comb and Mirror $7.00 Brush, Comb and Mirror $10.00 Manicure Sets at only $2-$2.75 Toilet and Manicure Sets $15.00 Toilet and Manicure Sets. . . .$18.00 Toilet and Manicure Sets. . . .$22.00 All Parisian Ivory Sets handsomely engraved t FREE. Gift Suggestions From Our Wonderful Leather Department Ours is the most Complete depart ment of exclusive leathers and novel ties in Portland. Here you will find the latest and most serviceable gifts suitable for men and women, such as coin purses, bill books, bill folds, cigar and cigarete cases, traveling cases fitted complete with manicure and toilet arti cles, handkerchief cases, collar bags, traveling bags, suit cases and pocket flasks. All leather goods stamped in gold FREE. Cross celebrated imported novelties are beautiful and reasonably priced; gift articles that last for years, such as photo frames, jewel boxes, wting folios, card cases, vanity bags, French tapestry work baskets, sewing boxes and hundreds of similar suggestions. Now is the time to make selections. Delay means unsatisfactory choice. By making a small deposit now we will engrave and lay aside any article de sired, delivered same as you may di rect before Christmas. AS,y Pictures We want you to visit the art rooms on our fourth floor. Here you may revel in the beauties of artistically framed and unframed pictures, and find inspiration for gift purposes. Beautiful hand-colored "Reynolds" Children, Maison ad Baun carbons of famous paintings, Harrison Fisher heads, all sizes, and copy prints in all new sub jects. Hand colored gravures in large assortment, all handsomely framed. Imported German Prints that are new. Handsome French panel and oval mir rors in powdered gold frames. Frames in latest shades of oak, wal nut, mahogany and all tones of gold. You can get pictures framed here bet ter than elsewhere, and the cost is always the lowest Gift Suggestions for Men Both handsome and inexpensive Canes and Walking Sticks, sterling sil ver mounted, priced at $2 and $2.50. Sextablade Safety Razor The newest and best safety razor coming to our attention. Besides being absolutely dependable, assuring a clean, smooth shave, the price is so low it will make the Sextable Safety Razor in great demand. Price only $2.00 Magnifying ShavingMirror Adjustable, Reversible and Portable. A shaving mirror, the magnifying qualities of which greatly appeal to the man who shaves. Price .$2.40 Gift Suggestions For the desk of the office man or home library we offer an extremely well selected line of desk fittings, such as desk pads, paper knives, pin trays and book ends; inkwells in handsome cut glass with sterling silver tops and memo pads; a large line of the well known "Forest Craft" Guild brass that we know will meet with your approval. Desk Sets complete $4 to $15 Electric Light Attachment An attachment that fits to any shav ing mirror where electric lights are used. Immensely practicable; worth ,all and more than we ask for them. Now selling at. . . .$3.00 and $3.50 Hot Water Plates This you may be sure will appeal to the housewife ; will keep food warm for an indefinite period. Priced at $2.40 and $5.50. Lend your assistance to willing workers Buy Red Cross Stamps They indicate unselfish labors of tire less workers in humanity's cause against The World's White Plague On sale on main floor in arcade. Xmas Gift Suggestions for Gentlemen BrandtAutomaticStropper New patented Automatic Razor Stropper, automatically puts a perfect edge on any razor; old style or safety. Something surely appreciated by. aU men who shave themselves. Price $2. TrivetTrays,forHotDishes You need have, no fear of injuring the table surface when using a trivet tray. Priced at $3.50 and $5.75. Matchless Styles in Hand Bags New and handsome showings of Hand Bags, exclusive shapes and leath-' " era in shades to match costumes. Our very low prices on these bags wiU prove an agreeable surprise to you. ' The Radiopt ican Picture and Post Card Projector Besides being of unquestioned value as a means of education for children, the Radioptican provides unlimited scope for the amusement of both old and young. ' ! ' The entertainments that can be worked up with its aid are limited only by the inventiveness of its ; owner. With it you have amusement and edu cation always at command in the home. We will be pleased to demonstrate the possibilities of the Radioptican any evening you may elect. Made for use of electricity, gas and acetylene lights. Prices $7.50, $10, $15 and $25. W00DARD, CLARKE i CO