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THE PITTSBURG PRESS NINE EVENING, DECEMBER 8 1909. BANK, DEPOSITS EVIDENCE OF GREAT PROSPERITY Holiday Gifts on Special Credit Terms AU Spear Prices in Plain Figures 915-SI7-S19-92I i PENH AVENUE The Utility of a Jac kson Raincoat Manifests Itself In This Weather Spears vmsicomers won iniave ilou posits are $13,595,000,000 credited to over depositors, of whom about one-third have accounts in savings banks. The average rate of interest paid by savings banks Is 3.55 per cent. The great number of depositors Is accounted, for part by the fact that rn many instances single individuals have deposits in several banks. The banks have loans to the amount of 1l.373.0ix.nOO and a capital of I.S00.OUO.-OOO.

The number of banks has more than doubled sinre 190O- Resources show an increase of about per cent over 1908 and f5 per cent over the amount reported in lflt.O, while loans fcave. increased 100. per cent in nine years, capital stock has increased 75 per cent, individual deposits M3 per cent and total deposits P4 per ceni. The average per capita bank resources for the entire country is $237.24. By ratted Press.

Washington, December S. If banking statistics are a true index to economic conditions, the people of the United States are now enjoying a greater measure of prosperity than ever before. This is tbe statement of the national monetary- commission made today in ihe most comprehensive report ever compiled on th- condition of national, state and other banks. Practically all incorporated banka and a large number of private banks sent in their statements of condition on April 2Sfi 1903. The number of banks reporting was: National.

6.8!3; State. 11.819: Mutual and Stock Savings. 1.70H: PriVate. 1,407 and loan and trust companies, 1.07ft. In round figures the resources of these banks reach $21.1 00,000, 000.

The total de Faces and Empty Pockets After Xmas; Lots of people make of Holiday giving a-real hardship they want to remember all their relations and friends, and when they've finished buying they're "short of cash." If they use Spear'a Special Holiday Credit they can buy mbre, better and practical gifts at a ridiculously small cash outlay. We give them all next year to pay the balance of the bill SOLDIERS FIGHT ON PARADE- SPEAR'S BACHELOR WARDROBE, $14.75 a -pr at avw WBwa l.O CASH; SOc WEEKtV. SCORES SLAIN IN BATTLE $32.50 (Exactly. Like Cut) $2 Cash; Monthly. Exactly Like ratios.

soldiers which were on parade before the sultan. The regiments had been recruited from tribes that have Jong been -at war with each other and their fanatical zeal overcame military-, restraint and a. pitched battle ensued. By Tnlted Press. Paris, December 8.

Dispatches from Fez, Morocco, today say that scores of soldiers ware killed in an unprovoked fight between two regiments of hostile Our long, 42-inch, cravcnetted, high-collar, storm-proof coat thick and warm over the shoulders full, easy skirt, loose and roomy but not clumsy, and good style withal. Numerous models and styles, a large selection of colors and cloth effects, at all JJ "1 "3 ET prices from J) LO Also showing new models in heavy overcoats, three-quarters in length, full box effects, in grav oxfords, blues, to SPECIALIZING Men's Overcoats and Raincoats At $15. $20, $25 Atwood, at one time editor of the Cin cinnati Post and more recently financial head of the Scrlpps McRea newspapers, died last night after an illness of several months. Mr. Atwood was born in Mass DEATH RECORD achusetts 59 years ago.

He went to Ken- tucKy wnen a. young man. He later settled in Cincinnati. ALSO SUITS What's the use of looking any further for the right present for the man? Tou can stop at this splendid Bachelor Wardrobe. It appeals with equal force to tbe married man as well aa to the bachelor.

It consists of a Chiffonier having five large drawers for all manner of furnishings, two small drawers for collars, and also a compartment in the top for shaving materials. The Wardrobe side is fitted with all devices for keeping your clothes in perfect order. There is also a French plate mirror, 12 14, that is just what you need for shaving or dressing. When not in use Just slide it in the groove underneath the top. It is the best and rnost complete Bachelor Wardrobe we have ewr sold at the price.

Comes in Golden and Match Us If You Can. 954-956 Liberty Avenue. 1 IT tfbmi I K' il VkJK ir nHV Charlea Cullen. Charles P. Cullen, aged 28 years, of No.

628 West Sarah street, West Homestead, is dead. He was the son of Patrick and Catherine Cullen. He is survived by four, brothers, John. James Patrick Thomaa, and William H. Cullen, and three sisters, Katherine and Nora, at home, and J.

1 of Toungstown, O. George Myers. George Myers, aged 74 years, died yesterday at his home in Manor, near Irwin. He was born and spent his entire life in that vicinity. For 00 years he was a member of the Brush Creek Lutheran Church.

Seven children, James, of Jean-nette: Henry, of Manor, and Elmer, of Oil City, and Misses Mary and Minnie Myers, at home, survive. fervid strs -3 await Mall Ordera Filled. The covering is the best Quality black Moroccoline leather. The entire front is beautifully ruffied; back is diamond tufted and finished at the top with six large hair filled rolls. making a natural headrest.

Massive arms are neatly tufted and the seat is built on our guaranteed construction of oil tempered springs. The rocker is set upon a platform built of thoroughly seasoned hardwood and perfectly bal THE LARGEST EXCLUSIVE MEN'S OUTFITTERS IN WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA. Everything For Men's, Young Men's and Boys' Wear. anced. This is a genuine Turkish Rocker patterned Weathered Oak and Mahogany Finish.

If you want to buy a Rift that will be appreciated order one. Mra. Mary I. Scott. Mrs.

Mary I. Scott, aged 70 years, died at her home in Ingram this morning at 1:45 o'clock of a complication of diseases. She was district deputy of the Daughters of St. George, and was a prominent figure in secret society circles. Mrs.

Scott had been a member of the Daughters of St. George since its organization, 25 years ago. and was actively engaged in the establishing of new lodges of the fraternity In the Pittsburgr district. She was a member of the West End Methodist Kpiseopal Church. Mrs.

Scott was born in England and came to this country 25 years ago, settling in Ingram, where she has lived continuously since. She leaves a son, George of Locust street. North Side, and a Bister, Miss H. J. Jennings, of Ingram.

Funeral services will be held at the family residence, Dallas avenue, on Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Interment will be in Chartiers Cemetery. Cnpt. William II. Rodger.

Captain William H. Rodgers, aged 77 years, a descendant of the early settlers of Pittsburg and a veteran of the Civil war, died last evening at 8 o'clock In the West Penn Hospital, where he had been for four months, from heart failure. He was the son of Mrs. Margaret Upde-graph Rodgers, who was born In Pittsburg in and it is understood, that her futher David Updegraph, was born here, as the Updegraph family is known to have settled in this section in 1728. Captain Rodgers was born on what is now Third avenue, on the site occupied by the Kagle Club.

His father, Robert Rodgers, was the junior members of Howard Rodgers. the first firm of coppersmiths in the city. Captain Rodgers adopted the trade of Irs father and followed it until his retirement. He moved his business from this city to McKees- after the most expensive designs one which other dealers price at $25.00. If you want a gift that every member of the family will appreciate, you can't do hetter than to have this rocker delivered to your home.

Practical Holiday Gifts iliflta The Rev. Dr. D. S. Poling.

The Rev. D. S. Poling, aged 80 years, a minister of the United Evangelical Church at Johnstown, died last night at his home in South Fork. He was a minister of the Evangelical Association more than 50 years and was in active service until a few years ago.

James Carson. James Carson, aged 63 years, is dead at the home of his brother, Dr. Jason W. Carson, at Black Lick, near Saltsburg. He was born in White township and lived there until a few years ago.

He was a member of the Presbyterian church. One brother, with whom he lived survives. Keeping cheerful is an easy matter, with the bowels open. Millions carry candy Cascarets. At the first sign of bowel clogging, they take one tablet.

They end the trouble in an hour. Thus many dull days are avoided. Vest-pocket box, 10 cents at drag-stores Pooole now ate million boxes monthly. 983 Secretary Is Elected. The Public Defense Association met at its offices last evening.

Fifteen new members were elected. H. S. Anderson, formerly connected with the chamber of commerce, was elected secretary. A committee was appointed to arrange for the first annual banquet, to be held some time in February.

An endeavor will be made to have a membership of not less than 1,000 by December 31, 1910. Musical Christmas Suggestions Headquarters for the world's famous Washburn Mandolins, Guitars and Banjos: Fairbanks' Whyte LAdie Banjos: most complete line of music rolls and satchels in this city. Largest stock of sheet music, bound books, in the state of Pennsylvania. Klebers, Piano Makers, 513 'Wood St. ffePi Jim Mrs.

Mary Gonther, Mrs. Mary Gunther. acred sft venrc ia dead at her home in Brackenridge avenue, Brackenridge. 8he was born near Taren-tum and spent most of her life in that vicinity. Mrs.

Gunther was a member oi vne church. One daughter. Mrs. John McMillen, and a brother and a sister survive. port for a number of years, leaving mat t-ity when he was years old.

Atter living for a time at he went to the Soldiers" home, Marion, Ind. About eight months ago he came to Dies from Injuries. Thomas Connelly, aged 25 years, a conductor on the West Knd street car lines, was crushed between two cars at the West Park barns In McKees Rock yes PNEUMONIA kills it; tnj of thousands. GOWAN'S PREPARATION kills pneumonia by d-slroying the congestion sod inflammation. Quick reliei tor colds, croup, coughs, grippe, rins and soreness in lungs and throat i.ttrrnal and harmless.

All druggists. 1.00, 50c, 25c Misa Mary Jrnnctt, litshaTT. Miss Mary Jenaette Latshaw, aged 19 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B.

B. Latshaw of Kittannlng. a member of the junior class at the Washington seminary, died of pneumonia in a hospital at Washington. Besides her parents, two brothers survive. Pittsburg.

Captain Rodgers enrouea torn-pany Sixty-ttrst regiment, Pennsyl-vany infantry, soon after the outbreak of the Civil war. and served until it close. terday, death resulting five hours later at the Ohio alley Hospital. uonneny being senior captain and. at times acting as colonel.

Captain Rodgers was- marriea Practical Holiday Gifts Parlor Cabinets $10 Parlor Rocker $8-75 Library Bookcases $8-50 Bookcase Section. $2.75 Parlor Divan Smyrna Wilton Rugs $4 Tea Tables $10 Umbrella Stands $2 Clothes Trees Office Desk Chairs. China Closets $9.75 Parlor Suits $25 Couch Blankets (all wool) $5 Card Tables $1 Parlor Stands $2. Oak Desks molding Card Tables $2-25 Fancy Comforters $2.75 Bedroom Rockers Roll Top Office Desks $14 Princess Dressers Dressing Table Sets $3.50 Buffets $16.50 Music Cabinets $8 Fancy Corner Chairs Gentlemen's Chiffoniers $12 Enameled Beds $4.50 Mahogany Dressers $25 Mhg. Dressing Table $13.50 Mhg.

Shaving Stands. Arm Chairs $8 Children's Rockers $1.35 Turkish Couch (2 pillows), $35 after the wnr. Is urvivea py one Grand Turkish Rockers, $37-50 Hall Clocks $40 Mahogany Roman $18 Combination China Closet and Buffet $27 Parlor Gold Chair. $10 Vernis Martin $16.50 Fancy Mirrors Davenport Sofa Beds. Plate Racks Hall Racks $3 Hall $9.75 Wardrobes $11.50 Library Rockers Uphols- tered leather seat.

$9.75 W'th'r'd Oak Sideboard $57.50 Rich Leather Morris Chairs Vernis M't'n Desk Chairs $7.75 Mahogany Pedestals: $13.50 Weathered Oak Hall Clocks $19.50 Vernis Martin Cabinets. Lace Curtains pair. Parlor Portieres $3.75 Golden Oak Hall $10 Weathered Oak Bu.Tets.$19.50 Mhg. Dining Table. Solid Mhg.

Morris Chairs. $14 Parlor Taborets $1.75 Heavy Brass Beds. Mhg. finish Butler's tray and $3.50 Mission Rockers $3.75 Tilting Card Tables. $42.50 Kitchen Cabinet.

$4.50 Cellarettes 2n Mra. J. Coder's Funeral. Funeral services will take place tomorrow morning at 10:30 o'clock for Mrs. J.

R. Coder, mother of Mrs. J. P. Fox, of No.

a719 Boquet street, Oakland, who died Monday at her home in Ursina. Pa. lived on West Carson street, est Auto Burns; Man Hurt. George -Wilkins, an automobile mechanic, was burned and a automobile was destroyed in a gasoline explosion at P. F.

Benson's garage. No. 355 North Craig street, yesterday. The machine was insured for $700. Before firemen arrived the car was a wreck.

Firemen Excited Patients. Patients in tbe Homeopathic Hospital wire prreatly excited by firemen yester-tHv when a defective chimney caused a call for the department. Nurses had some difficulty calmins them. The blaze was extinguished with hand apparatus. sister, Mrs.

Mary R. AW, ot mis cny. Mra. Mary Strain. Mrs.

Marv Strain, aged 07 years, widow of William Strain and one of the oldest residents of the North Side, died yesterday morning' from old age at the home. of. her daughter. Mrs. S.

Brown. No. 803 Sandusky street, North Side. She was a native of Belfa8t. Ireland, where she was married to William Strain, shortly afterward coming to this district and settling In Etna.

For many years her husband was a finisher in the Spang-Chalfant tube mill in Etna. He died in 18117. Thirty years mm Mrs. Strain moved to the North $50 DIAMOND 525 DIAMOND SPECIALS. SPECIALS.

Side to live with her daughter. She was a member of the secona unnea Presbyterian church. North Side. Surviving her are flve children, James Strain of Butler county. William and Frank Strain and Mrs.

S. Brown, FALUNGJAIR People in Paris Have a Simple Way of Stopping It It was Dr. Sangerbond. of Paris, who first discovered that dandruff and falling hair were caused by a microbe. So in Paris, where the hair is better understood than in America, the people found that the easiest way to stop falling hair and get rid of dandruff was to kill the microbe that did the damage.

And now that Parision Sago, the remedy that kills the dandruff germ is sold in every Jown in America, the clean people of. this country have awakened to the fact that dandruff is unnecessary; that falling hair and itching scalp can be quickly stopped, and that people who use Parisian Sage will never grow bald. To every reader of the Pittsburg Press who wishes tn eradicate disgusting dandruff, stop falling and have an immaculately clean scalp, free Give Her a Desk This is one of o'fer largest assortment of Ladies' 7esks that will fill that what yu Sive her. It'is built of solid Quartered-Sawed Oak North Side. Mrs.

R. Blew of vv illtams-port. lrt grandchildren, 10 greatgrandchildren and one great-greatgrandchild, a daughter of Mrs. William Blew near Williamsport. Pa.

W5 i imiiugany, very nigniy pojisneo. Tne inside is arranged witli pigeon holes and small drawers for stamps, etc. The large drawer below is just the thing for stationery and writing material. The beautiful French legs make this a. very attractive Desk.

$15.00 would not buy it elsewhere. Special Robert Bruce Crawford. Robert Bruce Crawford died yester day afternoon at his home in Ilonoken, aged 70 years. Mr. Crawford was apparentlv in fair health and his death came suddenly from apoplexy.

He was SPEAR'S POWER WASHER horn in Poland. and came 10 mis 75c Spsar's Folding Doll Co-Cart Spears Morris Chair section with his parents when a boy. 3.50 Mr. Crawford was a molder by traae. but about "5 years ago ho became an nffirpr at the Allegheny county work- fl 5 5 ll Th! sale on thce Go-Caits vpterdav was tremendous there are still some left, but pome tomorrow if vou wanf one.

This im the fates' improved Foldinr JUoll Cart. It has all the ailjustments that a Jarae Go-Part has. t- w. tOf tliJrf SPECIAL No. 2 2L Han Eap-arel Band Bracelet nlee.

Tha 4 klaa elsewhere. NTT 7lyJt Thursday only for UIkQU iJOV f44fZr WATCH OIR TWO-OAT SPECIALS. Jffji1 They will aolva your gift problems i I if and tar yotl money. Tv 1 itM. AND THAT DIAMOND iM and save yoa ID THAT DIAMOND from the manufacturers make this offer: ash; SOc Meekly I II .50 We will return your money, without, red tape! if Parisian Page does not banish dandruff, stop falling hair and itching scalp in two weeks.

Parisian Sage is sold by druggist all over America, and by The May Drug Pittsburg Agents, for B0 cents a UK'S or steel is nnlsiied in the best oiialitv Black Japan Enamel: thj soat. hack and foot are upholstered in fine Chase Leather. "Ma hncanv finished handles. Whei vou fold the handles you also fol the wheels. Ample room for 11k largest Doll and a niem-nt little ones will appreciate.

stores would charge vou fc the same Cart: on sale this week. i.iiiii .1111 1 -lii 'r TEKilS gl.oo WEKKIA (Exactly Like Cut.) That f-urpass- houflf, serving there more than 20 years. He was appointed postmaster at Hoboken by President William McKini ley. I'tit resigned the office in a few ve'ar because of his health. He served "in tht; War of the Rebellion for three years, having enlisted in the Ninth Regiment.

Pennsylvania Reserves. He married Miss Elizabeth Duncan, of Allegheny. For many years Mr. Crawford was an elder in the Hoboken Presbyterian Church. He leaves a widow, two sons.

William TV and J. Howard, and a daughter, Mrs. R. G. Allison, 11 of Am-bridge.

David R. Jack. Apollo, December 8. David R. Jack, a prominent real estate dealer, ia dead at his home here.

He was a ruling elder in the First Presbyterian church SOME ONE HOPES FOR- 11 .,.11 large bottle. It Js an ideal, daintily perfumed hair dressmg. free from grease and stickiness, and will cause hair to grow lustrous and luxuriant. It Is used by refined women the world over. i Mail orders filled, charges prepaid, by the American makers.

Giroux Mfg. (Sold on a One-Year rnaraatee Thousands of We challenge anybody to ofTer naltty and, price in Diamonds that match ouri. For 60 years we have won success and popularity by giving extraordinary value for every dollar apsnt here. With every Diamond we sell we give a "cash on dnmar.4" guaranteed value. Among our price on Solitaire Diamonds: Buffalo, N.

Y. The girl with the Au burn hair is on every package. es anything we have ever offered. This Chair is constructed of the best quarter-sawed oak. the finish is Golden Oak or Mahogany.

The cushions are covered Jn two tone Green 1 or Spear's Kmpire Quality Chase leather. The longspiral wire springs in the seat worker Power ling Ma-s are in in this and all riving sat-tion. just re-d a new of these Hot iv Milk Trust any 3k The Original and Genuine S.00 isxo TO.OO 98.00 34M to $2,000 Karat Pure BIue-WaHe. 14 Karat Pnre Blne-Wklt. Karat Pnre Karat Pure niue-Walle.

Karat Pure Other Solitaire of Apollo and clerk of the session; a member of the American Insurance! tTnion. also of the Knights of Malta, in both of which he held a prominent po- sition. He was 54 years of age and leaves a widow and four children. Ralph C. Cleveland; Ioline, Grace and Pearl, of Apollo; four brothers.

Daniel, Matthew, Smith and Harry, and one married sister, Mrs. Mary Free. HORLICK'S Washers and at the price quoted won't last long. It is most satisfactory way of washing clothes ever invented. No effort Is required.

Just connect the make this the most comfortable chair propriate Christmas gift for family. It makes a very ap- 3 any member of the llr, lne spigot, turn on the water and clothes are washed automatically. MALTED EVHLK Tha Food Drink for All Ages. ror Infants, Invalids, and Growing Children. Pure Nutrition, upbuilding the whole body.

Invigorates the nursing mother and the aged. Rich milk, Mrs. Mary MeClure Baird. Mrs. Mary MeClure Baird, aged 74 vears.

widow of John M. Baird. a veteran of the Civil war. died at her home. Home-wood avenue and Bennett street, at 4:30 o'clock yesterday ag'ter a short illness.

She was born in Muskingum county, Ohio, and came to Pittsburg 22 years ago, settling in the East End. She was a-member of tbe Homewood Baptist Church. She leaves seven sons. T. In W.tchc We have tfce rlaht timepiece for each man and ladv.

boy and girl. All kinds 1 to $300. Gentlemen's Special Thin Model, U-kt. Solid Gold Case, Elgin or Waltham vnrks. a-'U.

Ladles" Watehes. 3 tttOO. Boys or Girls' 1 to cza. l.opkrt. and Cbalna Babies'.

50c S3i Ladles, fl to $35 1 to 650; Boys'. 8e to 5. Bracelet rjolrt Filled, 1 to $ll Gold, fS to $5t Diamond The n.ACK to bay your Christmas Gifts Is HERE. The TIME to Buy is W. OPEV EVE'IXGS TILL CHRISTMAS.

JOS. DeROY SONS. Only Opposite Postofilce sot Smitafleid st. Reliable and Popular Price Jewelers for 0 Tears in One Store. Tou know what Jos.

De Roy Sons write IS right. CHICHESTER PILLS TIE lii AMOND BUM). malted grain, in powder form. THE INE1A A quick lunch prepared in a minute B. A.

F. w. a. ana kil-rhn-tt-r'. INunj AriMA PtlU ia Ur4 mud -tiiucV boics.

vaied with Bloa Kibboa. Taka ther. 3y iftur DrmmtmU As -1 III- IfKH-TFH C. Baird, also six grandchildren DOCTOR Annie J. Schuyler SPECIALIST.

146 Sixth St. Car. Pens At. Uoura 1 to 4 x. capt Sunday.

Take no imitation. Ask for HORLICK'S Uill BRAND PILLS, (or a Sold everywhere. AH DrngrKtata. Loreni Scbueler. Lorenz Schueler, aged 85 years, a well yean known as Bst, Safest, Always RelUbla SOU BY DRliGGISTS EVXRYliRE i known shoe dealer of No.

2tM Fifth avenue, died Monday morning at 5:10 o'clock at his Fifth avenue home. He was oorn Those TjfferiB from waahv nessea which sap the plearorea of life should take Tven PUls. Ona box will tell a story of HILAND BURNER Mannfactnred anly mm aold by The East End Mantel Tile Co. MOST ECONOMICAL GAS GRATE ON THE MARKET, Uses Liss Gas Throws Out Mora Haat Than Any Othir Poaaeaaea all the advantagea an mpem eeal grate, without tha dirt, aa float. PRICES VERY REASONABLE Call Phoae 1S62 Conrt or 1900 Hllaad.

we will give yo eatlmatea on aettlas "nK doaen. or en relttlng year aid burner. in Spengenburg, uermany, ana came xo this country at an early age, settling in Pittsburg. He was married in 186 to Miss Laura Book, who with one daughter and two sons, survive him. He was a member ot St.

Paul's Lutheran Church. mnAitnxrxi 1 wsr j. ZIEGER CO. Tt florist, cU 4300 HlUndL marvelous results. This medicine has more rajuvenatine.

vitaHzinr force than has ever before been offered, bent post-paid in plain package only on receipt of this adv. and atade by its originator C. Hood pro-Wietors Hood a barsaparilla. Ioweii. Has.

Neeieeted Cold ran Int the "Grrt' and Pneaaaia. Los bo lAt J. G. LAUER'S TOY HOUSE Anna Marie Fry Barehfeld. Mrs.

Anna Marie Fry Barehfeld. aged lima, but cet m.t one ibattleofRlDWArg A EE1.TFF 63 years, died last evening at tne resi-n(n of her son-in-law. Harry W. Price, and prevent pneumonia. No.

S21 Gearing avenue. Beltzhoover. She was a member of th First German Bap or cure It if already man if wnxl. I th U- tist Church, South Side. Mrs.

Barehfeld rdr tar aUCoochi. folds. is survived py three sons. Charles, Ed 620 Liberty Near Oliver PITTSBURG, PA. CHRISTMAS TOYS AND DOLLS gaoungmoHle5ts largest ASSORTMENT SUITABLE AND PLAYTHINGS FOR CHILDREN.

THE EAST END MANTEL TILE CO. ward and Alfred Barehfeld. and three Sore Tnat. Bronchitis "Grlo "'Pneumonia and BIG CHRISTMAS NUMBER OF THE SUNDAY PRESS. Will iaaaed Sunday, December It will contain tha heat Holiday rea-los.

Watch lor It. daughters. Mrs. Henry Price. Mrs.

Paiaa and Aehea of all 430 Penn Ave. 5914-5916 Buim St, E. E. Jitt'AA at oniycae profit1 rlANQS-filB PENH AVE T( William J. Long and Mra.

Fred elan. HADWAY'S BXAII December S. Lemuel EaCTESS.