/ re THE ■^ (£%.! % ANI v**** UsW*?8 JlL/IV Willi which Is consolidated the Cumberland News TWENTY-EIGHTH YEAR- CUMBERLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27 11) 19. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE: IWO DOLLARS PER ANNUM. PRESENT CITY FATHERS AGAIN IN THE RUNNING RSHfiONAl, MENTION. practically all of this year's city council will appeal to the people foh re-election—mayor d. r. Mcdonald has heen asked to stand agadx and has intimated his willingness—all his colleagues excepting one will do the same. SEVEN GERMAN LINERS I GO TO GREAT BRITAIN ! ! Mr, and Sirs. James Dick left for (Special Dispatch to The Inlander.) Alberni on Wednesday morning to Washington, Dee. 26.—Seven former spend Christmas with Mrs. Dick's German liners now held in New York parents. With tin' exception of ono alderman, it looks as though the members of this year's City Council will again be candidates in the forthcoming civic elections. The one exception is Aid. James Halliday, who authorizes the announcement that he will not seek re-election. Aid. Halliday finds that his personal affairs will not permit him to attend to the duties devolviing upon a member of the City Council in the proper way, so he has decided to drop out. At the conclusion of the regular meeting "of the council on Monday night-the aldermen, with a couple of other men, remained for a little "gossip." "Your Worship," said one of the "outsiders," "is there any foundation for the rumor that you are goinfe to seek re-election to the position of chief magistrate?" "Yes, it is altogether likely that I will again be a candidate. I have been approached by several prominent citizens on the subject with the request that I again enter the field, and although I have not definitely decided, it is practically certain that I will be a candidate." "How about you, Aid. Bannerman?" the enquirer asked. "Well, to tell the truth, I had not thought very much about it, but (addressing the mayor) if you are going to be at the head of affairs again I believe I will have another go at it. We seemed to have got along pretty well this year, and I don't see any reason why we should not repeat." When asked as to what his intentions were, Aid. Pickard replied: "0, I guess I will be in the field. In fact I will certainly be a candidate if the Bolshevilris enter the contest, and I understand they are going to put up candidates; in that case I will run again." "How about you, Aid- Thomson?" "It looks to me as though the whole of the old council is going ■ have another try at it, and I guess I will be among that number. x is, I think I will try it again." "And you, Aid. Banks.?" "Well, I don't see that there would be much uso in any of us lining. The Islander says the Veterans tire entering the field tl are going to elect their men, so what is the use in its trj ing?" . A hearty laugh from all present greeted this remark, afld tl. Bank? remarked on the side that he would not "leave the Vd." Aid, Parnham, while joining in the conversation, did not luchsafe any information as to his intentions, but the knowing ik which he directed to the curious one left the impression that would also be in the field for re-election. harbor will be turned over to the British its soon us arrangements can be made for their transfer. Seven ships, with the Imperatur were allotted to |anad left aga'in on Friday m.i:.^,; the British by llie pence conference. The Imperatur was turned over id tlie Uritish recently after some delay in turning back American inkers held in German ports. The ships to he turned over are tbe Qrnf Wnlderzeo, the Zeppelin, Pretoria, Cape Finnistere, Mo-' Mlss 'Mi*m1*' c'rm" '"' vi'""'i" »'«s bile, Franz Frederick, Wilhelm and ,iei'° visiting, during the week. Kaisorln Victoria. All go to various Jlr- and" lira John Locknor and British lines. ' children left last Wednesday morning to spend Christmas with Mr, Lock- Miss .Marjorie Michell came over from Vancouver on Wednesday's boat to spend Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rideout motored to Nanaimo Inst Wednesday evening und took Thursday morning's train to Victoria io spend Cbiistmtis wltb rela- i live). COL. WILBY OF VICTORIA HAS BEEN APPOINTED Special Despatch to The Islander. Victoria, Dec. 20.—Col. A. W. R. Wilby, C.B.E., has* been appointed agent of marine at Victoria in succession to Capt. G. E. L. Robertson, recently transferred to Ottawa as superintendent of pilotage for Canada. UNDS ARE NEEDED BY THE VETERANS FOR BUILDING £j izens Should See to It That The Proposed Memorial Hall Should Be an Outright (lift to the Men Who Did the Fighting When Men Were Needed—City Council and Canadian Collieries ' required of iin.se officers, and utiles Have Set the Pace—Now the Citizens' Move. MUNICIPALITY OF CITY OF CUMBERLAND Public notice in hereby given to tlie electors of tbe Municipality of tbe Corporation oi tbe City of Cumberland tbat I require tlie presence of the said electors at the City Council Chambers. on .Monday, the 12th day of January, 1920, at 12 o'clock noon, for tbe purpose of electing a Mayor, six Aldermen, two School Trustees, one License Commissioner, and one Police Commissioner, to represent tbem on tbe various boards for tbe ensuing terms. The Mayor and Aldermen shall be elected for a term of one year. The School Trustees and License and Police Commissioners shall be elected for a term of two years. The mode of nomination of candidates shall be as follows: Tbe candidates shall be" nominated in writing; tbe writing shall be subscribed to by two voters of tbe .Municipality as proposer and seconder, and shall be delivered to the Returning Officer at auy time between the date ui' the notice ami 2 p.m. of the day of nomination; tho said writing may lie iu tho form numbered 5 in the schedule of this Act; and shall slate the names, residences and oc< upatlons or descriptions of each person proposed, in such manner as sufficiently to identify such candidate; and in the event of a poll being necessary such poll will be opened on Thursday, the IBth day of January, 1920, at the Council Chambers, Dunamulr Avenue, Cumberland, B.C., of whicb every person is required to take notice and govern himself accordingly. No person shall be nominated or be eligible as a candidate for .Mayor, Alderman. School Trustee, License or Police Commissioner, unless he be possessed of the qualifications by law It is iij) to the citizens of Cumberland to see thai the Great Whv Veterans Association is supplied with funds sufficient to hsble them to construct: thoir new home, which is to be erected as j.memorial hall in honor of the men who left this city and fought I The qualifications as li France and Flanders during the Great War, including those who Mayor are as follows: I turned as well as those who gave their lives in (lie great cause-1 '" mua' l,(':I Brttfflh The City Council has shown its appreciation of tho services o the candidate shall, Oil or before the hour of 2 p.m. of the day of nomination, furni h tbo Returning Officer wilh a at at omen I iu writing, specifying iho land or real property upon which he quallfios, his nomtymtfon shall be invalid and shall not be acted upon by the Returning Ollicer. date for tier's parents at Cassldy's Siding. Dr. Christie returned to Cumberland with his bride by Thursday's train. Miss Jessie McDonald of tlie Fertile school teaching staff Is spending the Christmas holidays in the city. Mr. and Airs. G. Hassell left for Vancouver on Wednesday morning to spend the Christmas holidays. • Mr. Wilson R. Dunn is spending the holidays with bis daughter, Irene Dunn, of Vancouver. Miss Charlotte Jaynes of Nanaimo was here visitiing friends during the week. Mr. P. S. Fagan, G. C. Baker and D, McFarlane returned to Victoria on Monday morning, having come up to be present at the annual company dinner at Beaufort House. Mr. and Mrs. James Savage returned to Victoria lust Monday morning. .Mr. and Mrs. G. Lymn are spending two weeks vacation iu Victoria. Mrs. Jack Carlliew of Powell River was over spending Christmas with her mother, Mrs. Bennett. Mr. Allan Nunns has been confined to his home for the past week suffering from a very bad cold. .Mr. J. II. McMillan, superintendent of SnunbeltSr iSlnes in Alberta, was visiting in tlie city during the past week. Mrs. Dr. McNaughton and daughter, Jean, have returned home after spending the last two months visiting Ih the East Mr. J. il. MacMillan of Pocahontas, Alia., and superintendent of the Pen- body Coal Company of Chicago, spent Christmas in this city as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. John .Mackenzie. Mr. MacMillan returned to Alberta on Friday. IRELAND MUST ACCEPT GOVERNMENT SCHEME PREMIER OF GREAT BRITAIN WILL FORCE A ST TI; EMENT OI' THE IRISH QUESTION—CERTAIN THAT NEW PLAN WILL BE ENDORSED BY PARLIAMENT AND PEOPLE OF IRELAND WILL BE COMPELLED TO ACCEPT IT AND DO THEIR BEST TO ARRIVE AT A SETTLEMENT. Special Dospntch In The Islander. London, Dec 2b'.—-Ireland may have to accept the Premier's new home rule plan as introduced in the House of Commons, it was itated today by a high official of the government, who states the Premier is prepared to force acceptance of his measure. The official asserted the passage of the bill by Parliament is assured. Before the measure was submitted, he added, Premier Lloyd George expressed his anxiety for the passage of some legislation which at least will start a settlement of the Irish question, regarding this problem as second in importance only to the winning of the war. No definite statement can be made as to the altitude of Ireland towards the new measure. Neither oi the factions have arrived at a decision, and the result of the deliberations which* are now being conducted by both the south and north of Ireland are anixj- ously awaited here. General satisfaction, however, is expressed at the attitude assumed by the Premier, and it is hoped that the vexed Irish question will soon disappear. Lord Northcliffe is said to be working hand-in-hand with Premier Lloyd George, and there appears to be a feeling of optimism as to the result. MEMBERS ANXIOUS TO GET DOWN TO BUSINESS AGAIN Canadian Parliament to Open About the Middle of February and Prorogue Not Later Than May—Lord Jeincoe to Sumbit His Report on Proposed Canadian Naval Policy—Difficulty Being Experienced Over International Labor Conference. I'.MOV Il.tV NOTES. Mr. Stanley Jemsou left tor Nanaimo on Wednesday morning for llie Christmas vacation. .Mr. W. Shepherd and Mr. A. Pollock were In .Nanaimo thia week. Miss Anderson nrrlved on Tuesday night from Victoria to spend Christmas with her mother. Mr. A. lCllis left on Wednesday for Victoria and Vancouver to spend the Christmas holiday. Mr. Bnkor lofl fnr Victoria Wednesday morning. ity of llit> assessed value on the last municipal assessment roll of Si 1.00 ovor and above any registered oncunv hrance or charge nnd who is otherwise qualified as a municipal votor. subject of tin! • full age of twenty-one years and nol , , . , disqualified under any law, uud have Lie.ie men by presenting Ihem with the necessary land upon which j hom rill. l|l(, s|s „„„„,,, ,„,,, ,„,,.,„,. [i ereel the building, and the Canadian Collieries has generously mg u„. any ,„■ nomination the regie- mfered to supply the building material, But a considerable sum of tered owner in the Land Registry lioney is necessary to pay for the labor in connection with the Office rt land or real property In th luilding operations, and il is distinctly up to the citizens to p ■*■- Mntllly subscribe the money. No special amount has yd been si t, Vit il Is estimated that in the neighborhood of $2500 will bo needed (nil as the veterans are anxious to gel Into I heir new home as soon i possible, it is suggested that some of the public-spirited citizensJ Tl illficallona na candidate tor (tart (he ball rolling. ■ Alderman. School Trustee, License „.,,,,, , land Police Commissioner, are as fol- lt should not be necessary to advance any arguments as to |mVB. [hy the citizens should provide the money for this purpose, as allj They must he a British subject of blow only too well what the Canadian soldiers did for the Empire j the full nge of twenty-one years and 'roughout the Great War, and the men from Cumberland did|"ot disqualified under any law, and loir full share of the hard work, and more than the quota of those Ihavs |K!C" f'"'six """""? no*' 1"'ece'1" if, , .. , ,..,,, , Ing II"' day nl nomination the.regls- Bho left here failed to return. tered owner I e Land Registry View 'tl at from all angles there should be no hesitation on the ; oilire of land or real property in the lirl of the citizens generally to provide the necessary funds, as city ot the assessed value on the lasl le Veterans nre deserving of every consideration, and the build-'l municipal nssessmoni roll of $500,011. |ig will be an addition to the city, Who will be the one to start a subscription lis! ? American Consul "ll Home." American Consul and .Mrs. Cllnto will be 'at home" Xew year's day a the American Consulate from :i to p.m. Vim are welcome, Ciiniborlnnd llns-llceiiri, The following will represent the Ilas-Beens who will go up against the champion Cumberland football team Special Despatch to The Islander. Ottawa, Dec. 2G.—Preparations are being made for the opening Parliament about the middle of February. This is the general desire among members, expressed in a round robin to the government that the session should open as early as possible, with a view to prorogation not later than May. The programme is not likely lo be heavy. Lord Jellieoe has intimated to tlie government that his report on the proposed Canadian naval policy will probably be ready by next week. It is, however, unlikely,, especially with Premier Borden absent, that any ambitious scheme will be laid before the House. Whether legislation will be submitted to carry into effect the main conventions adopted at the international labor conference will largely depend on the ruling of the justice department upon the question of jurisdiction. A curious legal tangle has arisen and there is doubt whether the convention adopted by the international labor conference at Washington is valid. Tha conference was called under the auspices of the League of Nations,-but until tho treaty of Versailles is formally ratified and comes into force the league itself does not exist. To meet the situation the governing body of the international labor office has been authorized to reconvene the confereni ither ai Paris or London if il is con iid irod necessary after the formal ratification of the treaty. TWO ADDITIONAL SHIPS (MONS TO PREVENT TO BUILD AT VANCOUVER 1 UNAUTHORIZED STRIKES 011 Xew Yenrs dny. commencing at o'clock: M. Coe. li.-iiuiherford, T. I morning; Though the orders huv (Special lllspnlcli In The Islander.) Vancouver, Doc. 2fl, An order for two additional ships Is the Christmas 1,,'e out Mr. .1. .1. Cm,uhlan brought liis [company and Couphlan workers on his return from Ottawa ou Wednesdaj lint Sutherland, Jettison, .1. Elliot, Ron- wiclt, s. .1 s. .1. Wiiddiugtiin, P. Iianjic, P, Itcid, O. Httrrlsbn; reserve., .1. Scavardo, !•'. Slaughter, W. Mossey, T, third, .1. Xesiiii. vvntor'flold, D. Hunden, T. McMillan, B. Davis; committee, .1. Horbury, I). Cue, j. Bennie, 1). Stewart, D. Archibald. yet heen signed, lie status thai the minister of marine will (dace orders for thoso two vessels subjecl to reference in llie cabinet. This confirmation Is 1 xpected within a couple of dsy;. rho ships will he standard type, 1 1 luns,, and similar to vessels now building at the Coughlan yards for the Canadian (Juvernnien, merchant marine (Special Dispatch lu The Inlander.) Loudon, Dec. 26. Seven of the In : est trades unions In Oreel Bri hove Inaugurated ;; movement aiming si the prevention of unauthorized . 11 Ikei It i'; declared Ihe movemenl is sponsored by the National Union of Qeneral Workers, representing an 1111 rmous nu mm 1 -hip, 1 iH.ST DAILY PAPER PRINTED IN JERUSALEM ■rand a Imve re or ehargi qualified a; a hi 1111 \'r thi: (Anglican frul service 3 will bi I 'ITY I III JM 'IIK8. nion Hay 3..30 p.m.; Cumberland, 7:;;u p.m. no Sunday school on hut a Innlern service in the hall on Monday ui 8 p.m. Thei a short wafchulghl sorvlco ivl bratlon of holy communlun 0 will Im li a cole- 111 Wed- lli rvlco will commence at 11:1 I or mure m eiieiimluai j nthenvise , voter, Qlvo.ll under my hand al the City o Cumberland Ibis 27lh day of Decern her. 19111. ' 1 HOMAS MORDY, Itiluinini; Ollicer Fnreivoll Party. The gills' branch nf the Women's Auxiliary nl* Holy Trinity Church of Cumberland held a farewell party al the home nl* Mrs. Owen mi December 16 tu hid farewell to Miss Marion and .Miss I.ni- Pettcey. A very eiijiiyslili. evening wss spenl, saddened only hy any registered I the though), thai lOmennl good-byo'to . and who is i two ef Hi" best wfcrkort pal twu lu Hi ,< III" ■ f. I! W.A. illlh Under New Management. i (in ami afler .Monday. December 21), | ihe business known ■,'.:■ I'oueey's Pharmacy will he taken over by Mr, R. K I Frost, formerly bf Vancouver, AIDES-DE-CAMP TO THE LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR (Special Dlnputcli In The Islander.) Victoria, lieu. 2>l Lieutenant-Governor Prlqr lias appointed Major Seidell Humphreys and Capt. Carewn Martin as his aides-de-camp. Both arc well known figures in Victoria military circles. .Major Humphreys, win si i.'eil in the war wilh Uie Imporlnl furies, is a Kon-ln-lttw ut DUuhiuuii Capt. Martin, who wnn "tire \j:*,i.-■ \ Ci'pHs nnd an Italian d, cortttlou foi his services e■ >',-, . Is o ..mi uf .'u ■ lice Martin, I.l idon, las-. 20. The lirst dally newi paper lo le printed in Knglish iu Jem -iilein appeared nn the Bocond an- nlve ary nf the liberation nf thai city, undc r Um editorship nf W. D. McCral- lien. il.i-i.iifr Installation. In tallation ol officers nf Cuinber- land lodge No. :J'i. AT*, anil A M . will take place thi, eventing at llie Masonic Hall when the following will take ofTici : sVniMiijuiil master, Charles Oral un; sonlor warden, rhos. IJccle- 6ti . Junlor wardi n, Fred C. S ilth; seen tary, Chn ;. II. Vlelnloub; in i II er lir. i; II. Mi Naushton; tylor, .ill» .'ii' Irong; s 0 1 0' 1 \. : . Quinn; 1. Q„ M inrle r Walton; .1. S., ,\. H. Stni ■ chap ain, .Mi*. Mumford, Page Two. THE ISLAKDER, CUMBERLAND.B.C. December 27,1919. IN WOMAN'S REALM v— ITKST WOMAN IN BRITISH PARLIAMENT. LAIIY ASTOR, who was recently elected to the British House of Commons for Portsmouth ns a Unionist and whose flrst vote In the House was cast against the government on the amendment to the Franchise Act giving the vote tu the women of India. THE matriculation class of thc Cumberland High School werr the hosts nt a splendid dance held In tlie llo-llo Dance Hall last Friday evening. The Misses McFadyen, Peacey, Mordy and Richardson, also Messrs. Graham, Hood and Fou Siei, are to be complimented on the wonderful transformation wrought ln the hall for the oscas'ion. The evergreens and streamers, combined with the extremely pretty dresses In evidence, made a very striking picture. All Christmas tree erected In the centre of the hall afforded great amusement. Those having gifts on the tree were required to unwrap their packages In full view of everyone. Many and varied were the articles and judging from the quantity of wrapping on the smallest, the Matrics can boast a camouflage artist. Quite a spectacular effect was produced by the novel arrangement providing moonlight dances Tlie various couples were also linked by gaily colored streamers, making a dazzling scene. After supper had been served, dancing waxed fast and furious, tho orchestra being bombarded for encores. When the home waltz was played, In the wee hours, everyone voted they had not spent a more enjoyable evening for some time. Well done Matrics. Among those present were: Miss B. Steuart. Miss T. Oallivan. Miss H. Watson. Miss H. Harrison. Miss Lewis. Miss N. Robertson. Miss A. Potter. Miss T. Bannerman. Miss J. Stevenson, i Miss 0. Lewis. Miss T. Grey of Minto. Miss M. Grey ot Minto. , Miss J. Graeme. Miss B. Dando. Miss Lena Carey. Miss 0. Bickle. Miss E. Bickle. Miss Annie Watson. Miss Nellie Ronlands. Miss Laura Robertson, Miss A. Baird. .Miss Mary Sutton of Courtenay. Miss Balatto. Miss Maud Evans. Miss Viola Campbell. Miss 0. McFadyen. Miss R. Grey of Minto. Miss D. Hutchinson. Miss M. Tarbell. Miss A. Coleman. Miss B. llielile of Union Buy. Miss 0. Hudson of Union Bay. Miss llagen. Miss A. Dallos, Miss M. Ilalerow. Miss A. Haywood. Miss N. Illldabran uf Courtenay, Miss E. Fulclier of Union Buy. Miss Agnes Baird. Mr. and Mrs. R. Rideout. Mr. and Mrs. F. Mucarthy. Mr. and Mrs. Owen. Mr. and Mrs. C. Mackintosh Mi*, and Mrs. A. Nunns Mr C. II. Wood. Mr. A. J. Richards. Mr. li. Michell. Mr. tl. Tarbell. Mr. T. Scott. Mr. B. Rogers. Mr. V. Dalby. Mr. A. WInninghdm. Mr. C. Morgan. Mr. A. Farmer. Mr. B. Richords. Mr. A. Gatz. Mr. B. Whltehouse. Mr. It. Robertson. Mr. B. Rlckson. Mr. A. Wilkinson. Mr. R. Robertson. Mr. .1. Cameron. Mr. II. Banks. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Dr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. Mr. F. McKenzie. J. Bond. M. Brown. B. Hutchinson. P. Deconick. D. Stewart. J. Lockhart. A. Macquillan of Courtenay. J. Duncan of Courtenay. B. Kllpatrlck of Courtenay. H. Auchlnvole of Union Bay. W. Glover of Union Bay. D. Renwlck of Union Bay. G. Mordy. C. Michell. D. Lockhart. M. Graham. B. Woods. H. Gibson. H. Roy of Courtenay. B. Wllcoj. J. Dallos. C. Pearse of Minto. A. Willimar of Courtenay. T. Coleman. J. Bennie. J. Biggs Jfl Hopkins. L. Kean. B. Auchlnvole. P. Monte. C. Graham. R. Rennte. Jameson of Union Bay. DECEMBER HONOR ROLL Douglas Sutherland Wins Prize for Best Work in Arithmetic During Last Term. The prize of a $5 gold piece donated by Mrs. A. H. Peacey for the pupil of the public school showing the best work In arithmetic during the term September to December, inclusive, was won by Douglas Sutherland. Follow Ing is the honor roll for the month of December: Division I.— 1. Charles Reid. 2. Douglas Sutherland. 3. Abby Coleman. 4. William Stanway. 5. Harold Thomas. 6. Emma Mussatto. Division II.— 1. John Caddy. 2. Lllas Glen. 3. Mary Gallafew. 4. Fanny Strachan and Malcolm Stewart (equal). 5. Clifton Mounce. 6. Katie Bono and Lottie Dallos (equal). Division III.— 1. Mabel Jones. 2. Nora Glen. 3. Chrlssle Sutherland and Edward Bickle (equal). 4. Margaret Mossey. 5. Jack Morgan. 6. Margaret Mossey. Division IV.— 1. Foshla Kajlyama. 2. Leland Harrison and Low Yuen (equal)?* . 3. Olga Owen. 4. Edith O'Brien. 6. Nan; Dong. 6. Willie Brown. Division V.— 1. Caroline Belton and Toshlho Inasa (equal). 2. Lena Gnleazzl. 3. Joe Ducca. 4. Peter Bardessono and Stanley Dowllng (equal). 6. Peter Mossey. 6. Victor Bono. Division VI — 1.. Alastalr. MacKinnon. . Reno Peretto. 3. Shimayo Dot. 4. Kazuyukl Mlyahara. 5. Toyoo Yamnda. 6. Joe McDonald. Division VII.— 1. Kathleen Cooke. 2. .Harold Conrod. 3. Norma Parnham. 4. Iatsuml Iwasa. 5. Eleanor Bergland. 6. Willie Smith. Division VIII.— 1. Annie Walker. 2. Vllma Zanont. 3. Margaret Salmon. 4. Stephen Huddock. B. Victor Tomossi. 6. Annie Walker. Division IX.— 1. Edna Davis. 2. Thomas Bate. 3. Robert Cossar and Josle Berg- himer (equal). 4. Beatrice Cavellero. 6. Chin Yeuk. 6. Oswald Reid. Division X.— 1. Kathleen O'Brien. 2. Isabel Brown. 3. Dorothy Sheppard. 4. Russell MacMillan. 5. Annie Brown. 6. Annie MacLeod. Division XL— 1. Eileen Dowllng. 2. Dick Choe. 3. Josephine Bono. 4. James Peters. 6. John Plcketti. 8. John Lockner, Lady Astor's luck was not shared by the two women candidates ln the Paris municipal elections. One received but 74 votes out of 4203 and the other 380 out of 2704. Fifty-one arrests were made when striking employees of Parisian departmental stores attempted to Invade one of the largest shops ln Paris. Paris needs Bait. Hotels and restaurants are now obliged to go without this useful condiment, owing to the closing of German mines. Cards on the Table You can't make any storage battery last forever—that's a fact. You've got to keep it filled with water and test it, just like a tire has to bs kept filled with air, or it will cost you money. Some day—if you have an ordinary battery—it's sure to have to be re-insulated, Bo matter who made it. 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We offer the most complete and practical training in all the branches of a business education. Modern Methods. Up-to-Date Equipment. New Term Begins Jan. 5. Write for full information to— Sprott-Shaw Business College (Nanaimo Business School Limited.) Free Press Block. NANAIMO, B.C. Charlie Sing Chong Groceries, Dry Goods, Boots and Shoes, Crockeryware and General Merchandise. CHARLIE SING CHONG, Cumberland HONG CHONG & CO.. Bevan. Marocchi Bros. Grocers and Bakers Cumberland and'Courtenay, B.C. License No. 8-25480 Compliments of the Season That Everyone May Enjoy a Bright and Prosperous New Year is the earnest wish of Mumford & Walton Grocers, Cumberland. WE SELL FOR LESS The Thrifty Housewife will just now be looking to where she can get the most value for her money in preparing for the festive season. If she studies her interests she will not overlook the opportunity of securing her supplies at such prices as we are quoting on all lines of groceries. Prices for all such goods are constantly advancing, but we are quoting the same prices as usual. Our stock is complete and we are able to supply the following quoted goods in almost any quantities. You Practise Economy When You Deal Here. Our Goods Are Fresh. Our Prices Are Right. !—■—■■—I II —^»^——»■■!■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■■——— amm,Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmammmmmmmmmm Read This List Before Buying Elsewhere Quaker and Kellog's Corn Flakes 2 for 25c Gold Dust 3 for $1.00 Old Dutch Cleanser 2 for 25c Cream Sodas, Arrow brand, regular 25c each, 4 for 90c Sweet Biscuits, all varieties, regular 20c, 6 for $1.00 Kellog's Rice Flakes, regular 15c each, per packet 10c Malkin's Best Pancake Flour, regular 40c, now 3 for $1 B. & K. Wheat Flakes, regular 45c, now 40c Magic Baking Powder, regular 35c, now 30c Peanut Butter, Squirrel Brand, regular 40c, 3 for $1.00 Blue Point Oysters, regular 40c, now 3 for $1.00 Pickles, regular 40c per'bottle, now 35c Eggo Baking Powder, regular 35c, now 3 for $1.00 Vinola Lotus Toilet Soap, regular 35c, now 25c Any Spice, regular 15c, now 2 for 25c Tomato Catsup, 1 gallon $1.00 Master Mechanic's Soap, regular 15c, now 5 for 50c Cocoanut, fine loose, per lb 35c Van Camp's Pork and Beans, regular 20c, now 5 for 50c Pink Salmon, regular 40c, now 3 for $1.00 Red Salmon, regular 50c, now 40c Anchor Brand Coffee, 10-lb tin, regular $5, now.... $4.00 Sunkist Orange Marmalade, regular 25c, now 2 for 45c Yellow Corn Meal, 5-lb. sack, regular 45c, now , 40c No. 1 Japan Rice, 50-lb. sack, regular $10, now $8.50 Royal Standard Flour $2.75 Rolled Oats, 7 lb. sack 60c 20-lb. sack $1.55 Graham Flour, 10 lbs 80c Yellow Cornmeal, 10 lbs 75c XXX Brand Best Tea in bulk 55c All tea prices advancing now. Blue Ribbon Tea 65c Malkin's Best Tea 70c Shelled Walnuts, lb 80c No. 1 Japan Rice, 3 lbs. for 50c Japanese Oranges, box .... $1.25 Coffee Beans, baked, lb 40c Apples, Rome Beauty, box $3.«5 Jonathan Apples, box $3.50 Best Cooking Apples, box $3.00 Brunswick Sardines, 5 for.... 50c Horseshoe Salmon, tin 25c Nice Cups and Saucers, gold edge, per dozen $3.00 Men's, Ladies, Boys' and Children's Boots and Shoes, Rubber Shoes, Rubber Boots, we will sell at the old price. All shoes are due to advance in price. K. ABE & CO. December 27, 1919. THE ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND.B.C. Page Three. Music ^and Photoplays Gladys Leslie, Vitagraph star of on every individual, the two are at a rare versatility and famous for her loss. Both have a keen sense of duty sunshine eyes and "million dollar toward 'he nation, but they are totally unfitted for real service. Genevieve, the girl, goes to a farm to work, but to smile," Ir a New York girl who rose fame with Vitagraph. She is especially effective in roleB of youth, In which her-irrepressible nature radiates the very Joy of living. Miss Leslie was graduated from the Washington Irving High School and Columbia University and turned at once to photoplay. She filled brief engagements with the Edison and Than- houser companies and then was seen in several Important features on the Pathe programme. She attracted special attention by her work In thc role of Sophia in "The Vicar of Wakefield" and then was engaged by Albert E. Smith, president of Vitagraph, to star ln features. Highest praise was accorded her for her characterization of the role of an Irish lassie ln "His Own People" and "The Little Runaway," ar.d she also registered most effectively In "Wild Primrose," "A Nymph of the Foothills," "The Mating," "Thc Beloved Impostor" and "Fortune's Child." She has a role of special appeal In "Miss Dulcie from Dixie," adapted from the widely-read novel of the same name by Lulah Ilagsdale. and which ' 'will be seen at the Ilo-Ilo Theatre tonight. She Is a little Southern ;;irl who invadeB the hostile atmosphere ol a Northern uncle's home lo cement u friendship broken by thc Civil War. She not only accomplishes thin mission, but wins the man of her choice against great odds, and a fortune. The picture was directed by Joseph Gleason, and tu the supporting casl arc Charles Kent, Arthur Donaldson, .las. Morrison and Julia Swayne Gordon. * * * Vivian Martin, who appears at the Ilo-Ilo Theatre next Monday in "Little Comrade," In an Interesting Interview tells the story of how she became an actress. She says: My appearance on the professional stage was almost as humorous as It was abrupt. Long before I reached the age when children cease to write letters to Santa Claus, I played small parts In church entertainments, many of which had been written by theatrical friends of my parents. I became quite famous ln my little town as a child-actress. While in the midst of a Sunday school recitation, one morning, my mother ran* into the room waving a telegram and disregarding all class regulations, rushed me from the place. "Mr. Frohman has sent for you. You are to become a regular actress," vas all that I could ascertain on my iasty trip homeward. While tbe maid was scouring my face with detestable soap, that got Into my eyes, mother read to me the telegram which had caused all the excitement. It was from Charles Frohman's ollice in New York, and requested that I leave immediately to play the title role of "Peter Pan." Everything seemed to go wrong that day. In sewing a newly discovered rent of my dress, the maid ran thc needle Into her finger and spotted thc pride of my wardrobe just where It was most conspicuous. ' During our trip to the depot n fierce thunder storm set In, which Is not the most comfortable thing to happen—especially when one is riding in an open gig. Dripping wet, we arrived at the station, only to learn that the train left on time, and that we were Just late enough to miss it. In lieu of the two hours wait that was In store for us, we drove back to the house and proceeded to dress all over again. Back to'the station we went, but es I leaped from the gig and at tbe same time Into a little puddle of mud caused by the shower, I not only succeeded in bespattering my new while stockings and dress, but also the snow white dross of my mother, who resigned herself to fate and refused to do anything more than sit quietly In the sta- . tion and wait for tho Incoming train, regardless of appearances. As I think back to that day, 1 often laugh, as does my mother, but, ncedloss to say, neither of us laughed much at the time. After this series of mishaps, we finally secured our train and arrived at the Frohman oftice, after many mlleB of wearisome travel. However, all ended well, for 1 was engaged Immediately, and met with instantaneous success. Now I am in motion tyctureB for Paramount, and Bincerely hope the public enjoys them as much as I do ln the making of ihem. "Little Comrade," the new Paramount picture in which I appear, Is a comedy-drama of timely interest. The picture, which was made from a story by Juliet Wllbor Tompkins, deals with the troubles of a girl and a boy who are both unfortunate enough to have been the youngest In their respective families. When war comes, with Its demands the hardships sap all her strength, md she almost gives up. Tbe boy is drafted and hates the training camp ao thoroughly that he ls tempted to lesert. He decides against this, but makes up his mind to have one look .it lib home. He steals a\vay from camp, and goes to Ills home, which Is the fiirm on which Genevieve ls working. He meets her there In the potato patch she haR been hoeing, and they txchange confidences, Many complications follow, but the two stick In their posts like good soldiers, and in Ihe course of time they overcome "the disease of being the youngest," and win the rs>speet of itliers. us well as re-establish (heir own Belt-respect, Although laid in wur lime, "Little Comrade" is not a war story. That ought to please. Don't you think so? ... The distinguished Polish dramatic artist, Madame Pelrova, who will appear at Ihe Ilo-Ilo Theatre next Tuesday In the lirst of the starring vehicles hearing the stamp of her own organization, gave an Interesting dissertation recently regarding the much abused word "repression." The noted actress, who appeared In many important dramatic roles on the speaking stage before her entrance into the realm of pictures, takes issue with several of her critics who have described her actling at various times as "too repressed and lacking fire." "During the considerable length of time covering my screen career, it has been my lot to Invoke the Ire of certain critics who have gone to some lengths to point out the "coldness" of my art. In various pictures I have heen accused of lacking the dramatic Intensity and "fire" which tbey consider necessary for the portrayal of certain characters. My stage training, secured in one of the finest schools of expression in tho world, the Polish Theatre, involved an intensive study of the human emotions so constantly employed in stage and screen work. I have been taught that it is not necessary to resort to extravagant gestures In order to depict anger, passion, love or various other emotions which actuate human Impulses. On the contrary, It has been proven, particularly In screen depiction, that the most convincing points may be "registered" by a single gesture of the head or an expression of-the eye. What certain of our critics mistake for "coldness" Is simply an overwean- ing desire on my part to nppcar na tural. They forget that the greatest moments In every-day life ore always devoid of the excitement and sensationalism too often injected into the same situations when visualized on the screen. The true art of interpretation on stage or screen is to be natural at all times and I am more than willing to bear the brunt of critical disfavor in Order to carry out that ideal to its fullest extent. When the occasion demands, whether it be in real or "reel" life, I am fully capable of rising to the heights of dramatic Intensity required of the existent situation. Until then, I am content to offer In my present starring vehicles what I consider to be the type of woman met with In the walks of every-day life. In the Anal analysis, the verdict of popular approval rests with the great motion picture public and thus far my so-called "coldness" his failed to lessen In any noticeable degree their appreciation of my efforts. The through water route between .Montreal and Fort William and Port Arthur has a length of 1229 miles, of which 11 nr, miles consist of river and lake waters, and 74 miles of canals, with 48 locks. D. Campbell's Meat Market Young Steer Beef, tender and juicy. Veal, Pork and Mutton. —SPECIALS — Cambridge Tork Sausage Home-made Sausage Polish Sausage Veal Loaf Boiled Ham Ham Bologna Headcheese. Have you tried our Pickled Pork and Corned Beef ? It is delicious. Each Thursday morning from now on a full line of Fresh Fish will be on hand. License No. 9-3902 FOR Fire, Life and Accident Insurance THOS. H. CAREY Cumberland, B.C. 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MONDAY, DECEMBER 29 VIVIAN MARTIN IN «I • Little Comrade" A Benjamin in petticoats is Genevieve Rutherford Hale, who, when she reads an account in a newspaper of the country's needs for women workers on the farms, decided to become a farmerette. Genevieve is enthusiastically sincere in her resolve to do her bit for her country, the same as her brothers, who are fighting the Huns in France. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30 MADAME PETROVA IN "The Light Within" The romance of a beautiful girl's escape from a mistaken marriage, A human interest drama of especially strong appeal to women. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 Baby Marie Osborne IN 'The Old Maid's Baby" It's a circus titory—with clowns, bareback riders, ladies in spangles, and everything. Baby Marie plays "Tiny," daughter of the Clown and the Parachutist, who lose their lives while performing. "Tiny"' is adopted by her mother's prim and highbrow "old maid" sister. THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, JANUARY 1 AND 2 F.STONE IN S. t « Johnny Get Your Gun" Matinees Wednesday and Saturday as usual Page Four THE ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND.B.C. December 27, 1919. Sty? 3j3lattiVr Published eveory Saturday morning al Cumberland, B.C. VV. H. YOUHILL, Editor. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1919. IS A WORKMAN WORTHY OF HIS HIRE? One of the fundamental principles which should govern the social system of this world is that (he man who is willing to; and who does, work faithfully and earnestly is in return en- I I led to a decent living, not only for himself but tor those dependent upon him. If such is not the case, then there would be no sense in a man wasting his time at work, because without work he would get some kind of a living—not a decent on" it i.i hue—but a living of i.nme sort. It is, however, incumbent upon every man that he should do something tn entitle him to a living in i Ian world, anad when he performs his work well In' is entitled to the full reward for his toil, and that is a living of the standard commensurate with his position and something to lay by for the proverbial rainy day when his physical capabili lies will not permit him to work any more. That the peoples of all countries recognize this principle with regard to the lower animals is well known. Those who have to depend upon the horse to assist them in their work recognize the lad that if they wish to get the proper amount of work out of the horse and at the samo time not reduce his standard of value tiny must feed and care for him in such a manner that he will be able to perform the duties devolving upon him. Why, then, should not the sam: principle be applied to man ? We are firmly of the opinion that if a man's labor is worth having at all it is worth paying for, and at a rate sufficient to enable that man to live as all men should. If the work performed is not worth the price asked, then the man should be engaged in some other capacity where the results obtained from his labor would justify giving him an amount sufficient to ensure ' both him and his dependents a decent living. This line of thought was induced by the application of Ihe public school teachers for an increase in their salaries, which was made to the Board of School Trustees at their last meeting. In view of the present cost of living, and also the salaries and wages paid for work performed in other walks of life in this city and district, we must say that the teachers are very modest in their demands—far too modest; because even with the increase asked they will not by any means have the same standard of living which they enjoyed before the cost of living began to aviate. It has been shown by government figures that on the average the cost of living has advanced at least 75 per cent during the past four year:;, and in order that those who work for wages may enjoy the same standard of living as prior to the increase their wages must be advanced. A man does not require a great amount of "book learning" to understand that. We are not advocating the increase of wages as a panacea for the evil of high prices which has come over the world of late, because to our mind the system of bringing wages up to meet the cost of living resembles very much the performance of a clog chasing his tail. Once in a while the head may reach the tail, but the latter is very elusive and before the head becomes aware of it it is again out of reach. The only solution to the cost of living question is for those in authority to enact legislation and enforce it whereby the ftlibusterers and profiteers will be brought under control or driven out of business altogether. That, however, was not the question which we started out to discuss, the application of the school teachers for increased salaries being.the subject. The question is: Are the school teachers entitled lo more? Are they entitled to a de- cenl living wage? If Ihey are, then there is no good reason which can be advanced why they should not receive it. If the work which they perform for the public is not worth any more than I ley are receiving, then they should not be retained on the pay roll, and should be replaced by others whose work will be of such a standard lhal Ihe School Board would feel justified in pur- chaslng at ,i decent living wage. However, iu order to support the argument lhal Ihe work performed by the Cumberland school teachers is not worth what is being asked it will be necessary to show that the standard of abality of school teachers all over the country is too low, because it is well known that the public schools of this city are at least equal if hot above ihe standard of the Dominion. Such being the case, we fail to see how the School Board can very well evade their responsibility in the matter and grant the most reasonable request of the teachers. „. When engaging teachers, bjjth the School Hoard and the government demand that their education be of a sufficiently high standard to enable them to educate the youth of the land in the proper manner, In making such a demand it must not be forgotten that it costs money and takes time to acquire an education of a high order, and it is beyond all reason to expect that thc teachers should generously waive their right o consideration on this score. Their knowledge is their stock in trade, and unless they can realize upon that stock they will be compelled to go mt of business- We are quite aware that comparisons are usually odious, but we hope to be pardoned for drawing this one. During the coming year the School Board will have to build a tew school to accommodate the number of chil- Iren to be educated. They will find that those who supply the material as well as those who do :he work of building that school will demand a :ertain price, and unless the School Board is content to pay that price they will not get a new •chool. The School Board knows that from past jxperience and they will not doubt be prepared to pay. Why, then, should not the teachers have he same right to place a price upon their stock n trade as docs the merchant or builder? If the manufacturers of lumber and hardware are permitted to place their price upon their commodities and refuse to dispose of them for less than a dated figure, why should not the school teachers I be allowed to do the same? For our part we can lee no good reason. We are all anxious that our children should be given the best possible education that a public ichool can afford, and we should be williing to make the position- of teacher sufficiently attractive from a monetary standpoint to induce capable instructors to .continue to perform the very necessary work devolving upon a good tutor. MAKING GOOD RESOLUTIONS. Time was, and not so very long ago, when it was a custom among a great many people to make resolutions at the commencement of a new year, and the most of them were to the effect that those making them would climb on the water wagon and remain there for a certain length of time. There were some—but not very many—who lived up to their resolution, and they received the congratulations of their friends for doing so. However, in the eyes of the law at least, there should be no necessity of making any such resolutions at the approach of 1920, because the prohibitionists have seen to it that the water cart is about the only vehicle of that nature that is allowed to meander through the country. Resolutions with regard to placing restrictions on the patronage of the "flowing bowl" were, however, somewhat selfish; those who made the resolutions did so purely for their own sake; they thought they would be better without "it," and so made their resolve. They were to be admired for even that, but how much more would we all be sntitled to the encomiums of our fellow men if we earnestly resolved at this season of the year that for one year at least we would do our best to make the world a better and happier place in which to live? Why not make the resolution that we will consider it our duty to ferret out all deserving cases where assistance is required, both in a financial and sympathetic manner, and to see that all such wants are supplied ? There are in every community a certain number of unfortunates who need assistance and to whom a kindly helping hand will mean much. Why not make the resolve that such deserving cases will be relieved ? It is out of the question to mention names in this connection, but it has been drawn to the attention of The Islander that there are several just such cases in our midst. In most of the cases referred to the straitened circumstances of the unfortunates are the result of misfortunes over which they had no control. It therefore behooves those who are blessed with a goodly share of this world's goods to see that such deserving cases are not allowed to go unheeded. We are sure that all that is necessary is to mention the fact and the matter will be attended io in a mo st generous manner. If the Allies would only treat the Turkey over which the Sultan rules in a manner similar to that in which the youth of this land handled its tamesake Thursday it would not be long before Lhe Near East and Armenian questions were settled- For a nation which has for years had the reputation of heing ardent advocates of the unrestricted use of beer, the action of the Germans in lelaying so long in the . signing of the peace treaty is somewhat of a mystery to the average man. While they are in the habit of making reservations, might it not be a good thing for the peoplo of the United States to reserve the whole of next year to the discovery of the location of the bee that is just now inhabiting their bonnet ? The man who predicted that the world would be hit by a comet and bm^t^up between the 17th and 20th of this montj^hould have paid a visit to this district during that time and he would have discovered why it would have been impossible for even a burning comet to start a blaze. If the year 1920 turns out no better than its predecessor there is no reason for going into | ecstacies over its advent. §,§x\$tma$ axxb greetings from We extend to You and Yours Heartiest Good Wishes for a Joyous Christmas, and that the New Year may be one of Health, Happiness and Prosperity. ij December 27,1919. THE ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND.B.C. Page Five. Football Basketball SPORT-Up-to-Date Athletics Boxing GEORGE ROSS MADE JACKIE ROBERTS QUIT ADVANCING YEARS COMPELLED TO GIVE WAY BEFORE YOUTH—MERVILLE MAN FOUGHT GAMELY BUT WAS UNABLE TO .STAND THE PACE YOUNG MITCHELL OF BEVAN MAKES GOOD SHOWING AGAINST FAST VANCOUVER BOXER, WHO IN SECOND BOUT PROVES TOO MUCH FOR BENNY REESE—SMALL CROWD. WHATEVER doubts that may have existed in the minds of the boxing fans as to which was the better man were entirely dispelled on Saturday night, when George Ross of Vancouver forced Jackie Roberts of Merville to quit after the sixth round in their bout, which wa*3 scheduled to go twelve rounds. From the moment time was first called there was very little to the mill that was not in favor of Ross, and it was quite apparent that if the Marquis of Queensberry rules had been strictly followed the bout would have finished sooner than it did, because in each of the rounds fought it apparently took Roberts all his time to stay the two minutes, so that if three minutes had been allowed for each round, which is according to Queensberry rules, it is doubtful if the go would have lasted more than three rounds, if that long. No explanation was given why the length of the rounds was curtailed, but wisdom was shown in making the change; there was a fairly good crowd present and they were entitled to a fair return for their money, and this was apparently the only means by which they could get it. As before stated, Ross had the better of the argument from the commencement, yet Roberts put up a game fight, and at times displayed bursts of brilliant fighting which brought rounds of applause from his many friends. Four of the six rounds fought were decidedly in favor of Ross, while in the other two he might have had a slight advantage, although impartial judges would probably have called them even. Before the finish of the fifth round Roberts was showing signs of distress and many at the ringside thought he would not be able to last another. He, however, succeeded ih weathering the storm for another period, but when time was called for the seventh, Roberts walked to the centre of the ring and offered Ross his hand, thereby declaring that he was vanquished. Ross has improved greatly since his last exhibition here, and he followed different tactics this time; he kept putting in heavy blows to the stomach, which eventually had the desired effect, and Roberts did not appear to be able to protect this part of his anatomy. After the contest those within hearing at the ringside agreed with Roberts that age cannot stand before youth, and this remark tells the whole tale of Saturday night's bout. It was unfortunate for the sport in this district that the full distance was not gone over, because this is the second time in a row that the stellar attraction at these exhibitions has been brought to an unexpected termination by one of the contestants quitting, yet it must be admitted that in both cases those who did stop showed their wisdom. Fast Preliminaries. There were two preliminaries staged and in both good sport was provided. Joe Farrel, Ross' sparring partner, appeared in both. And right here it may be said that the same Mr. Farrel is one of the niftiest little boxers that has visited the neck of the woods for many a long day- He is as quick as chain lightning and he has some wallop to boot. It had been advertised that Benny Reese would go against Farrel for six rounds, but instead a young man from Bevan named Mitchell went on for the first three rounds. It was hardly to be expected that an inexperienced lad would be , able to make much of a showing against a seasoned fighter of Farrel's class, but Mitchell surprised his most ardent admirers by the manner in which he handled himself in the ring and his splen- , did display of gameness. The lad does not lack courage, and if one may judge by what he showed on Saturday night, Young Mitchell will yet be heard of as figuring prominently in the ring. The second three rounds between Farrel and Denny Reese created a great deal of excitement, but it was soon apparnt that . the Vancouver lad was much the better man. Reese fought gamely at times, but he was much too prone to hug the corner, and Farrel : on several occasions was compelled to back out into the centre of ' the ring in order to give the audience a show of seeing a boxing , contest. The decision of the referee in the first three rounds was a ' draw, while at the end of the second he held up Farrel's hand, giving him the contest. < For the preliminaries, Mr. William Heard of Bevan acted as referee, while for the main bout, Mr. G. O'Brien officiated. It must, however, bo said that the promoters of boxing in this city were not accorded the support to which they were entitled, nor even to the extent to which they had every reason to expect. On the surface there appeared to be a general desire for a return 'match between Ross and Roberts and the promoters incurred con- ' siderable expense in arranging it. They were therefore entitled ^to expect a fair amount of support; it was not forthcoming. De- "votees of the sport here may consider themselves fortunate in be- I, ing able to witness bouts of fifteen rounds, as it is the only place Iron the Coast where bouts of that length are allowed to be held. It (f is sincerely hoped that when the next event is pulled off they will (show their appreciation to a greater extent than was the case last •Saturday. Short Jabs at Sport By OLD SPORT Ross proved his ability to whip Jackie Roberts last Saturday night. Jackie only showed his form in one round, but after the fourth It was only a question of how long. * * * Ross enme from his corner stronger every round and his right-handed punching to the body won him the bout. . . . Some of the boys are pretty sore al Jackie for quitting, but the matter of a man quitting when he is able to walk to his corner is one of opinion. Some of Roberts' best friends are lost to him on Saturday night's show. ss * * The house was rotten, but the bout was held on a poor day, being too far away from pay-day. Jut at that the sport should have been supported by a bumper house. * * ss Young Mitchell of Bevan tn the first preliminary with Farrel showed he i has the stuff to make a good boxer. Hs | has lots of bottom and can swap punches with a good deal of ability for a boy 16 years of age. Mitchell got a draw. * * * Benny Reese seemed to rouse Farrel's Ire and the boxing gob laid into Benny like he meant It. Benny had a hard time weathering 'the storm, hut lost the decision. * * ss Farrel, Ross' sparring partner, certainly held up his reputation of being a good clean boxer. He ls very shifty and can hit. Both of his bouts were appreciated by the fans as real exhlbi- |bunny LEONARD WIIL get *25,tiuii toil title norr New York, Dec. 26,—Benny Leonard, ^lightweight champion. Is lo receive L'$25,000 for his twenty-round decision he enters the ring. bout with Johnny Dundee in Snv Haven on January 16. This purse is the largest drawn hy the champion. Tex Rtckard has been named stakeholder In the agreement, which requires the champion's share to be posted before tions of the manly art. » * * j Those midgets, Walker, Dekonlck, et al., went out to Bevan the other night. The Siberians nearly fainted when they saw how small the Wob- blles were. * ss ss Sackl Conti played his flrst game of the season and Sackle has the goods. . . * Hunden and Williams played a great game at guard and Hunden is still there with the stubborn stuff. Joe Lapsansky never got very far awny from Ed of Jack. Joe Lapsansky, Bannerman and Armstrong were the shining lights on the Huskies' side. Joe Is fast and tlrcky; Bannerman uses his head well while Armstrong's shots are spectacular. * * ss The Huskies missed Brown at guard, but Westfield played a whale of a game. * * * Good refereelng has a great deal to do with a good basketball game, and on a small floor like Bevan, If the official did not keep a tight check on the game lt would be a rugby game in a few minutes. Although Mr. Dalby was very strict, his rulings were as he saw them and he stuck with them to the benefit of the game. * * * The rules are learned better by the players if the referee explains each foul as made, and as there are a great many new players In the league every game Is a lesson for them. ss ss ♦ Nat Bevis has his two unknowns training hard for the big football smoker tonight. They each run ten miles every morning, and then spend the rest of the day till evening at seven-tip, then out on the long, long trail again for about four hours. Nat says his two boys don't need A Happy New Year To One and All Bargains in Dress Gooks for only Four Weeks More EZZY & HADDAD STAR LIVERY STABLE ALEX. MAXWELL, Proprietor Autos for Hire. Coal and Wood Hauling given very prompt attention. Furniture and Piano Storage if desired. Phones 4 and 61 Cumberland, B.C. BEVAN MEETS FIRST DEFEAT IN LOCAL BASKETBALL RACE Rowan's Wobblies Turn the Trick on the League Leaders l>\ a Score of 25 to 20—Fast, Hard and Clean Game in Which Both Teams Showed Up Well—Cumberland Men Show Much Improvement in Form—Game Even All Through. Rowan's Wobbling Midgets were able to meander lu a sufficiently straight l'ne last Monday night lo grab victory when they travelled to Bevan and nosed uut the league feaders by live points. Tlie game was fast, hard and cleanly contested. The Wobblies scored the first l.asket. Bevan then ran three in a row, and all through the game there was only a matter of a point or two between the teams. Walker, Conti and Dekonlck were the main goal getters for Ihe Wobblies, Walker scoring ten points, Conti nine and Dekonlck six.. Bannerman, Armstrong and Lapsansky were the Huskies' best at forward. Westfield at guard for the Huskies played a fine game, while the stellar work of Hunden aud Williams at guard for the Wobblies was the main factor in Bevan's defeat. Gus Lapsansky substituted for T. Armstrong, as did Benale Reese for Dekonlck. Frank Dalby'a handling of the game was satsifactory to both sides.* A square deal and no favors in Frank's motto, and he sure keeps the players lu their place. The teams lined up as follows: Wobblies—Walker, Conti, Dekonlck, Hunden, Williams; substitute. Reese. Bevan—Bannerman, Millar, Joe Lapsancky, Westfield, Armstrong; substitute, Ous Lapsansky. any gym. work as they would wear out all the skipping ropes and apparatus in British Columbia. They are still sticking to raw meat. * ss * Sammy Walker and Young Mitchell are going to tie up tonight. This should prove a good bout. There will he lots of singing, lots of refreshments; smoke all you like; bring a friend with you aud get acquainted with the champions. The Compliments of the Season to All GEO. A. FLETCHER MUSIC CG. Cumberland, B.C FRESH FISH EVERY DAY TODAY TODAY 200 lbs. of Halibut Rowan's Fish Market Opposite the-Post Office - CUMBERLAND HOTEL W.M.MERIUflELD, Prop,., tor GOOD ACCOMODATION EXCELLENT CUISINE lliiii.-niiiir Ave. Cumberland, B.C. Canada Food Hoard License No. 10-4986 S. DAVIS, Shoe Repairer, Dunsmuir Avenue I wish to Inform the public that I am now in a position to repair by machinery. Look like now. but wear longer. A trial will convince. Rubber Heels While Ynu Wall. S. DAVIS, ■ ■ t uiiihcrlisiiil, IU'. Clar/s kootenay riP, bottom and all four sides of the Kootenay oven are evenly heated. That is why it is so famous as a dependable baker. There is a thermometer, too, to tell whether the heat is right or not. No range Is quite so easily managed. Duplex grates clear the ashes at a single turn. Burnished cooking- top nevet needs blacklead. Nickeled steel oven walls are kept clean with a damp cloth. Well-fitted joints and dampers hold the fire—and theoven heat—for hours. Let us show you the Kootenay. 1 Sold by C. H. TARBELL & SON Page Six. THl ISLANDER, CUMBERLAN&, B.6. December 27, 1019. WATER-POWER OF PROVINCE ENORMOUS Believed That Even This Wonderful Figure ls Considerably Below the Mark. Estimate of British Columbia's Energy Is 3.000,000 of 24- Hour Duration, plant. The fact that different oat plants taken from a field may differ very considerably in practical value, and may mark the starting point of new and superior races or "straine," provides an attractive opportunity to engage in a most interesting and promising line of investigation. Such a study In rural schools, moreover, should help to arouse a new Interest in farming and in farm life by demonstrating, among other things, that more prot- iible varieties are often obtainable right at our doors According to tho comprehensive report just issued by the commission of conservation on the water powers of Uritish Columbia, it is estimated that 3,000,000 twenty-four-hour horse power may bo doveloped from the waters of the province. This estimate is, admittedly not conclusive and. may be misleading, especially if comimrei: with other totals where "no real baste ol' comparison has heen established." The mountain systems,-glaciers, snow fields and widely variant precipitation make the power question in British Columbia un unique one and render difficult comparisons with other provinces. There .are already nbout 2;iiJ,u.)fl horse power developed, also estimated on a twenty-four-hour basis. For various reasons a number of the possibilities on such rivers as the Fraser. Thompson, Slteenn nnd Naas cannot he economically developed undei present conditions. Moreover, it wat not possible to make adequate estimates of the power potentialities of the more northerly portions of the province. As the country becomes more developed considerable additional power may be found to be available The author of tbe report, Mr. Arthui V. White, deals Tully with the relationship between water as a source of power and its use for domestic and municipal supply, agriculture, irrigation, navigation, fisheries, mining, forestry nnd raparian rights. These problems are too frequently neglected in surveys of water powers. The development of the country's natural resources can best be carried on when each of them ls given single resource such as water power, or the soil, or the forests to the exclusion of all others. They are naturally interdependent. Basis of Estlnuite. As every engineer knows, it is ne- cessnry to obtain records of stream flow, precipitation and natural storage for a period of years to arrive at average conditions, hefore attempting to estimate the amount of potential power. Power possibilities at present must be based on the minimum flow of streams. In many instances, however, artificial storage may be used economically and perform a double function of reducing floods and increasing the amount of available power. Tbe report deals at length with historical aspects of water legislation In British Columbia. A useful feature Is tbe chronological key to water legislation in British Columbia from 1858 to 1917, The chapter devoted to power developments discusses tbe subject from nn historical standpoint which adds materially to its value and Interest. Detailed descriptions are given of the topographical features on the larger watersheds, such as the C'olum bin and Fraser and Mackenzie river systems, Vancouver Island and mainland Pacific Coast A large amount of stream flow data hns heen assembled and carefully analyzed. Meteorological data has been compiled with similar care, a feature that adds much to the value of the report from a technical standpoint. A convenient set of hydraulic conversion tables as well as a list ol ! enchtnarks on the Vancouver island and Pacific Mainland Coasts are given In the appendices. As a work for reference purposes the report is greatly enhanced by the inclusion of a full bibliography and an Index. While relating particularly to Brit- Mi Columbia, tbls publication presents a thorough examination of the economic, legal and other problems common to the efficient development of water resources throughout the Do minion. In the Dominion forest reserves In Western Canada there were last year Ud) fires, of which 33 were caused by campers and 29 by settle™. Railways caused 22 fires and the causes of 50 were unknown. STUDY OK BOTANY ON PRACTICAL LINES In schools where botany or allied subjects are studied It Is usually the custom to study wild plants. • Such plants possess striking flowers with clearly defined parts and are well suited to a botanical examination. Plants like the oats, on the othor hand, are seldom studied either from a botanical or biological standpoint. One of the purposes of the new pamphlet "A Guide in the Study and Improvement or Plants and Seeds," prepared by the Canadian Seed Growers' Association, aud obtainable upon application to the publication branch, department of agriculture, Ottawa, Is to" encourage a greater interest Lu this important AGONIES OF NEURALGIA Victoria Man Finds Quick Relief in T.R.C's Victoria, Ort. 4. "I haTe suffered a ™reui deal during the fast six years frtm acute neuralgia and liave tried many remedies ,.*.; treatment!," status Mr. Excel), 8-17 K.m| lima.I Kuad, Victoria. "About two months, npo a friend who had been completely le.-t-vtj ui iht'Luiatism by T.K.C.'s gave ui..* two uf yuur capsules wIh'h I was having wiie of my bad attacks, .Their action was lil.e magic, 1 wus a.-toiiished to feel tlie agonizing pain -gradually lessening. Witli in hull ati hour it was goue. It seemed like u iL.iuuie. "Since that time I have put T.R.O.'i lo the test ou i?vernl occasions. They lever fail to drive t!.e pain away, and .he attacks seem less fiequent now. I am 'iever w.mom T.R.C's, They are wonder- 'ul." TempMon's Rheumatic Capiulei (T. R. 0,*l) were primarily iineuded for Rheum** .ism, Muscular Rheumntism, Gout, etc., but is time passed users found tlieir wonderful iropertles equally guutl for Neuritis, Sciatica, Neuraljr'si, Asthma and headaches. Thou- atils have found permanent relief through heir use. Sold by drus-iist-neents every- .here. Tf not in your town, write Temple* n's Western Branch. Box 152, Victoria. R.C.'s mailed anywhere for ft.04. A >st£l brlnjjs our fr?" l.ooklet. Sole agent for Cumberland, A. H, Peacey. „„_^_-^^— UNION HOTEL OPPOSITE RAILWAY 8TAT10!i. first Class Accommodation. Heated throughout by Electricity. WILLIAM JONES Cumberland, B. C. License No. 10-1606 llll. K. P. CHRISTIE DENTIST Phone Ht Office: KING BLOCK, Cumberland, B.C. HELP WANTED—MALE. WANTED—MEN TO PILL Positions as automobile repairmen and drivers. The demand for skilled men lu the automobile business never was as great aB lt Is at the present time. We will train you In a short • time with the late.it and most up-to- ilate method, to qualify and earn big money in one of the most profitable aud interesting businesses of the present day. We teach automobile repairing and driving, oxy acetelyne welding, storage battery repairing and rebuilding, vulcanizing and retreading on the latest and best equipment. Thousands of our graduates are now holding splendid positions and never regret the time spent in training themselves under our system. If you are lnterestetd in any of the above courses, write for llteruture and catalogue. Dept. 63. Hemphill Trade Schools, Blanchard and Flsgard streets, Victoria, B.C. Established over fifteen years, with branches at Victoria, Edmonton, Vancouver. Winnipeg, Regina, Calgary, Saskatoon, Tacoma, Wash,, Portland, Ore. GO-tf LONG DISTANCE PHONING Can you use the Long Distance Telephone between 7 p.m. and 8 a.m. ? If so, you can talk for three times the day period for the same cost. Special rates obtain during the evening hours, and besides you will get more prompt service, because the lines are less congested. Remember, appointments can be made for any particular time for Long Distance calls. We will have your party ready at any hour you wish. British Columbia Telephone Co. Limited. FURNITURE We have in stock up-stairs (second floor) CHAIRS, BEDS, BEDDING, TABLES, BED LOUNGES, COUCHES, DRESSERS, CHIFFONIERS, BUFFETS, KITCHEN CABINETS; in fact Anything and Everything that you may require to FURNISH YOUR HOME. MAGNET CASH STORE T. E. Bate Phone 31. CUMBERLAND, B.C. FOR SALE. •OH SALE—SECOND-HAND PIANO In good condition. For further particulars apply at the Furniture Store, Courtenay, B.C. 60-2 NOTICE. Notice Is hereby given that I, the undersigned, will not be responsible tor any actions or debts contracted by my wife, Hattle O. Munro. 19-4 John Alexander Munro. FOH SALE BY TENDER—HALF LOT 4, block 6, Dunsmuir avenue. Tenders may be addressed to Box 298, Cumberland, up to the end of 1919. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. 47-4 Paolo Monte Shoemaker Shoe Repairing a Specially. CUMBERLAND, B.C. Rapid and Efficient Delivery ABILITY to fill rush orders is often . the secret of business success. Speed—service—reliability — are embodied in the Ford Motor Truck. It brings the distant surburbs—the adjoining rural districts—to your door. You may often arrange to haul return loads at a profit. Satisfies your customers and yourself.. One-Ton Truck (Chawia Only) $750, f. o. b. Ford, Ontario Buy only Genuine Ford Parts 700 Canadian dealers and over 2,000 Service garages supply them. HO A EMDE & WAIN DEALERS COURTENAY A. STANFORD Practical Automobile Mechanic Cumberland, B.C Phone Q (Night or day) ° Oils, Crease and (Insollne. Curs Kept in Order by Contract Any .Make of Car secured on the shortest notice. OFFICIAL REPAIRER TO ISLAND AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION SPECIALITY:—A Real Self-Starter for Ford Cars, fully Guaranteed—The Only Thing—Call and See it. Don't let your new car fall to pieces—a little practical attention periodically will keep it to its standard. DUNLOP TIRES. CARS KEPT IN CRDER BY CONTRACT. A Happy New Year To Everybody A. Mc. KINNON THE FURNITURE STORE Cumberland, B.C. FORD GARAGE emde & wain DISTRIBUTORS FOR FORD AND McLAUGIILIN CARS and Parts, FORDSON TRACTORS and PLOWS. WE REMOVE THE CARBON from your cylinders, carburetor, etc. We clean out all the carbon from your engine thoroughly, so that it will run smoother and give you no trouble. Bring your car In and have us burn out the carbon and there take the knock out of your motor, and incidentally get more power on hills. We boast the best equipped garage machine shop in British Columbia. We invite inspection. ts We have the most complete stock of accessories— Tires in Nobby, Goodyear, Dunlop and Maltese, in all sizes. We have in stock parts for all magnetos and distributers. We have the Tunger Rightfier, the very latest in storage battery; charging outfits in charge of a practical electrician who also looks after our starting and lighting troubles. Absolutely no tinkering and guesswork, as we have the great Ambu electrical instrument which is mechanically correct. We have a small arber press for removing small bushings, etc.; also a 20-ton screw press which will remove any gear without the aid of a crowbar 'or sledge hammer. We have the reamers to fit all pins and bushings. A bushing properly reamed to fit will last twenty times as long as if filed to fit only where it touches and is soon as loose as ever. Our lathe and machine room is in charge of a first- class mechanic. With our shop equipment and stock of parts we can make a thorough repair which no other shop in the district can begin to do. We have now come to the size where we can specialize in work. .We have a lathe man, an electrician, an oxy welder and spring maker, a Ford man; also another for large cars and trucks, with good helpers. We are now thoroughly organized and can take care of any repair job as cheap and as well as any auto shop in B.C. All work guaranteed. We are here to stay. We will treat you right. Mobile, Polarine, Veedol and Wolf's Head Oils from pints to barrels. We buy in carload lots. Vulcanizing, etc. FORD GARAGE, EMDE & WAIN, Courtenay, B.C. December 27,1919. THE ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND. B. & P 9 Tthe World Over CANADA. Queen's University, Klngstotn, Ont., has a total registration of 2300 students, the largest in the university's history. Four hundred and forty-eight students have registered tor Queen's extra mural banking course, and 100 of these are taking the course in Spanish. power at Lethbridge by a big majority over the labor candidate. rith and Southport. Her plan was falsely to represent herself to be a commercial traveller. The Bank of Montreal, together with all the contents, and the residence of the manager at Duck Lake, Sask., has been totally destroyed by fire. Oxford County team won this year's Intercounty stock judging competition for the J. S. Duff trophy with a total of 2365 points out of a possible 3000. The winning team was composed of Bruce McCorkudale, John Blair and Max Butcher, all of Embro. After tramping BOO miles alone except tor a dog train, Constable Benson of the R.N.W.P. has reached Dawson from Rampart House, above tho Arctic Circle over the frozen surfaces of the Porcupine and Yukon rivers. That a suitable memorial for the men of Lincoln county, Ont., who sacrificed their lives ln battle, should be provided, wub the plea of a deputation from the Great War Veterans' Association which waited upon Lincoln County Council. Joseph Rochou of Hull, Que., has been appolnnted food Inspector for the Eastern Townships, department of health. Entering politics was voted by a large majority or members of the St. Catharines, Ont., branch of the G.W. V.A. Prof. L. W. GUI. recently appointed director of technical education at Ottawa, has assumed his new duties. King George will give a bowling green to Derslngham, Norfolk, the village adjoining Sandringham. The site is In addition to those given by his majesty in recent years for a church institute and for a working men'B club, each of which has a bowling green attached. ' Page Si even Returning to his van in Sheffield fair ground a showman found the van In flames and his wife, aged 70, burned to death. She had been 111 ln bed, and It ls thought she accidentally set Are to her nightdress. The Cutty Sark only moved about one foot at the attempted launching of the vessel at St. John, N.B. The loss of 405 lives at sea during the year 1918 is reported by Capt. L. A. Demers, Dominion wreck commissioner. Casualties to vessels numbered 226 and the damage done amounted to $1,818,895 during the twelve months. George S. Gibbons, late of London, Ont., son of the late Sir George Gibbons, and sln-ln-law ot Sir Edmund Osier, left' an estate valued at $20,000. When his father died a little over a year ago he left an estate of approximately $900,000. Five women directors have been appointed by the Port Haney, B.C., Agricultural Association. For moving cattle on a road in an area ln the Isle of Wight affected by foot and mouth disease, a farmer was lined $250. Three fresh cases of the disease, Involving nearly 100 cattle, are reported, bringing the total to 21 cases. The Duchess of Portland recently had lumber rooms at Welbeck Abbey overhauled, and the articles found sold by auction. Lots included a model of the abbey ln wood. Postillion carriages which cost hundreds of pounds went for $100. * A policewoman has been asked for by the Children's Aid Society of St. Catharines, Ont. As a result of injuries received in an elevator accident at Moose Jaw, Sask., Gilbert Burgoyne, 14 years old, died In hospital. Her clothing catching fire, Mrs. N. Golden was terribly burned in her home at Hamilton, Ont. The pain drove her out of her mind, and she was taken to the hospital in a delirium. She died about four hours later. Headed oy the Union Jack, five thousand Winnipeg Jews paraded through the streets as a visible protest against massacres and oppression of their kindred in the Ukraine and other central regions. Five are dead as the result of an explosion in the stove in the home of John McQnlnty, two miles from Dubuque, Sask. Sir John Eton of Toronto was elected a director of the C.P.R., succeeding the late Wllmot D. Matthews. By vote of the town, Lincolnshire, ratepayers have decided to purchase from Lord Scarborough the sea shore, marine gardens, sands, pavilion and pleasure gardens for $76,- 000. The voting was 1103 iu favor and 175 against. Cooper, and the animal was guarded ln every way. No shots were flred near it, and generally the white fawn could be seen from the private road passing through the glen. Its size seems to point to lt being a male. The mother la a fine big red hind. At the Soldiers' Home, Colinton, the gift of Miss W. S. Davidson, now near- ling completion, a memorial stone bos been dedicated "ln grateful remembrance of the gallant officers, noncommissioned officers and men belonging to the Royal Scots Greys and other regiments who fell ln the Great War, 1914-1918, and by whose unrivalled courage, endurance and skill Europe was saved from the cruel despotism of a desperate toe." Sir James Barrle, the novelist and playwright, has been elected rector of St. Andrew's University In succession to Earl Haig. Sir James received 288 votes and the Marquis of Bute 139. Supporters of Barrle seized two of their leading opponents and ducked them ln the memorial fountain at the Mercat Cross. In retaliation, four Barrle men were kidnapped and made to apologize on their hands and knees. In Comparing Your Electric A decrepit piano, one corner of which was supported on blocks of wood, in a Deptford, London, house, toppled over the other day and killed 5-year-old Edith Brown. Terrible was tbe death of a 6-year- old child at Govan. Left alone ln the house, asleep, he awoke, climbed up to the window sill and fell on an Iron railing In thee ourt below. One of the uprights entered bis body and emerged at the back of tbe neck, again penetrating the head. A neighbor filed the railing and the child was taken to the hospital but died within an hour. Light Bills | for the months of OctoUr and November remember S the following facts: §§ 1. There are three times as many hours requiring H artificial light in winter as in summer. || 2. Previous to daylight saving the average daily B hours of use of electric light in residences during Oc- H tober were 4 hours and 50 minutes. HI 3. The average use during November was 6 hours g| and 10 minutes: = 4. The repeal of the Daylight Saving therefore added M another hour each day to the normal increase of No- |j vember over October. g 5. This makes 2 hours more burning for each day or H 62 hours for the month. 5 In order to prevent needless complaints the Boston § Edison Electric Company prepared a card, reproduction |a m of which is given above, setting forth the causes of S[ £ higher lighting bills in November than October. == A fine of $1000 and costs was inflicted upon Gordon C. Yoke, a Toronto draftee who failed to report in 1918. The public schools at Lipton, Sask., have been closed on account of fuel shortage. John Worthington, nine years of age, was burned to death in a fire that destroyed the home of his grandfather, Charles Stuart, ln Hamilton, Ont. The boy yas alone in the house at the time. Gordon MacLeod Stewart of Calgary haB been appointed district seed inspector for the seed branch of the agricultural department for the provinces of Alberta and British Columbia. Another case of sleeping sickness was reported iu Saskatoon, Sask. Struck by a motor car, Mrs. Nellie Sullivan was instantly killed at London, Ont. ENGLAND. Soldiers coming from England have brought with them British currency to the value of five million dollars, which is now In the finance department, and on which the soldiers received the benefit of the exchange. . Failing to dodge a falling tree, Fred R. Dauphinee was killed at the Fritz Stormount lumber camp, Hudson's Bay Junction, Sask. Dauphinee was a native of Lunenburg, N.S. Queen Mary has been pleased to accepted the Indian name of "Go-Non, Ronk Kwa," from the women of the Six Nations Indians, whose reserve is near Brantford, Ont. Two brothers charged at Carmarthen assizes with the murder of their mother and brother, have been acquitted. The murdered brother had been a prisoner of war in Germany. On his return a family consultation took place at which the mother, Mrs. Evans, decided that Samuel, the ex- prlsuner ot wur, was to have the farm on which they lived, and that James, one ot the accused, should go to sea. Later, It was said, James told a neighbor that he had found his brother and mother in the farm house shot through the head. The same day the younger prisoner, William, aged 18, paid ten guineas for a bicycle. Circumstantial evidence was against the accused, but was not considered conclusive. The mother of Jack Cornwell, the Jutland Battle boy V.C., died in her sleep at her home ln the Hmehouse district of London. Aground for two years off the coast of Russia, a large ship has been got off by British seamen and towed to the Tyne for repairs. Cambridge University senate Is to vote upon a proposal to appoint a committee to report upon whether women shall be admitted to tbe university. On her 104th birthday, Miss Einme- llne Draper of Worthing, London, had a letter of congratulation from the King. Three human skeletons have been found under the floor ln the Horse and Jockey Inn, Abingdon, Berkshire. Sixty-two years at one Job must surely constitute a record even for Scotland. Robert Allan, a fitter, haa just retired from the service of the Durle Foundry at Leven, with that record. The directors gave him a handsome cheque and passed a resolution of appreciation. Cumberland Electric Lighting Phone 75 Co., Ltd. P.O. 314 SCOTLAND. Edward Lavole of Montreal has been appointed teacher of French In the Manchester, N.H., high school ut a sal ary of $1700. Joseph Drennan, aged 52 years, proprietor of the Macdonald House ut Chesley, Out., for more than twenty years, and well known' lu sporting circles, died suddenly. Robert Wright was found dead in his cabin ln the Centanne district of the Bulkley Valley, B.C. He had been dead forty hours. Wright went west from Peterboro, Ont. The sentence on Mrs, Lovioo Thompson, who was to have been hanged at Kingston, for the death of her infant last March, has been commuted to life imprisonment. Arthur Edward Rosborough of Mount Royal College, Calgary, Alta., has hoe*' appointed junior magnlticlau of the Dominion observatory. There was a scene at an inquest on a Lincolnshire domestic servant when a verdict was returned ot wilful mor- der against William Wright, the girl's lover. Wright declined to attend the Inquest, but, after the verdict, was brought to be committed for trial. "I don't want to sny anything," said Wright, turning away. Then, catching sight of one of the witnesses, a chini- new sweep, he leapt ut him, with an imprecation and with hand raised to strike hlm. The sweep shrank back and policemen seized Wright and hurried him struggling to the cells. Com- pey, the sweep, Is being held by the police. Mayor of Windsor for seven years, Mr.' William Carter waB recently at the Guildhall presented by Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone, on behalf of her fellow war workers, with a handsome Georgian silver tray, suitably Inscribed, and an Illuminated address. The princess snid: "As one of your fellow war workers, and as one who constantly associated with you. I appreciate all you have done for Windsor. I wish you long life and happiness to enjoy a well-earned rest." The princess also presented to the amyoress u silver-framed portrait ot the mayor In his robes. In a fried fish shop at Glasgow, a pan ot boiling fat caught fire. A passer-by rushed Into the shop and seizing a bucket of water threw It on the contents of the pan. An explosion Immediately followed. The owner was blown over the counter by the force of the explosion, and a customer was hurled through the doorway. The plate glass window was shattered and several people on the street were slightly Injured by the flying splinters. A Are alarm was smashed by the force of the explosion, and the Are brigade arrived in a few minutes later and extinguished the Are wltb Band. Edinburgh corporation ln order to carry out large undertakings will have to borrow about $22,000,000. The Greater Edinburgh which It Ib proposed to unify as a single administrative district under the Edinburgh amalgamation scheme would Include, In addition, to the city of Edinburgh, the burgb of Lelth, the burgh of Musselburgh, and tbe adjacent suburban district of the county of Midlothian. A memorial tablet was unveiled by tbe Rrlgt Rev. Professor Peterson, D. D„ moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, In Bel- lahouston Church, Glasgow, to the late Very Rev Dr Brown and his four sons who were all killed In the war lillllllB Voting for a minister for New Orey- frlars parish church, Edinburgh, resulted ln the election of the Rev. W. W. D. Gardiner, B.D., of St. Madoes parish church, Perth. The dancing craze has reached such proportions, even in sober Scotland, that it came up for discussion before the Inverness magistrates. Balllle Petrie, who favored restriction before, said he would not now oppose dancing to 4 o'clock lu the morning, because after considering the question, he considered that the evils which he had ln view were not the direct outcome of those dances. Bailie MacAllan moved that dancing be restricted to 2 o'clock, but It was agreed by a majority that It should be permitted until 4 o'clock. Glasgow University is to erect a memorial chapel ln remembrance of graduates and undergraduates wbo fell In the war > A Glasgow man who blgamously married a Sterling woman has been sent to jail for nine months A woman bigamist at Glasgow has been sent to Jail for thirty days FOREIGN. Just as the public were tired of discussions about who Is to blame for the war, the Bavarian Premier came forward with the suggestion that his opponents, the Democrats, were, because "they had maintained an imbecile and half-witted monarch.y Our Christmas and New Year's Stock is Complete Consisting of Watches, Jewellery, Cut Glass and Silverware. Watches from $2.75 up. Rings from $1.25 and up. Brooches $1.00 and up. All the latest .Books and Magazines in stock and arriving. T ft li/l I 17 A IM Watchmaker and Jeweller, . JL/. lYlCI^IIi/Vll DUNSMUIR AVE., CUMBERLAND The historic estate of Polnoou, Renfrewshire, which was owned by the late Lieut. Alastair Stuart Gilmour of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, has been privately acquired for $325,000 by Lord Weir of Eastwood and his brother, Mr. James George Weir. The ancient castle, of which the ruins only can now be traced, was built by Sir John Montgomery with the ransom money of Lord Percy (Hotspur), whom he took prisoner at the battle of Otterburn. The word Pol- noon denotes ransom. V. D. DesRoBlers of Quebec has been appointed Indian agent and medical attendant for the Bersimls Indian agency, Saguenay county, Quebec. Commissioner Mecch of the public workB department, was returned to A woman fraud was sentenced at Carlisle for pretending she could supply groceries at lower prices than tho regular grocors, to six months at hard labor. The chief constable said there Were fifty-eight charges against the woman, who admitted tbem all, the towns concerned Including Bolton, Bury, Barrow, Keswick, Hyde, Pen- An ancient Inn, the Angel, at Tweed- mouth, has just been sold. The property had been In the hands of the family of Stevenson since the time of the Commonwealth, aud thc site of the Inn Is said to have been the camping ground of thc English army after the battle of Dunbar. A real white deer calf has made Its appearance In Cozac Forest, in Glen Cannichy, Inverness-shlre, owned by Miss Chlsholm of Chlsholm. The forest was rented this year by Sir George The beaux of Paris are excited be cause at the dinner which the King of Spain gave to President Poincare, the host wore a violet evening dress coat. Leaders ln men's wearing apparel are trying to make colored evening coats fashionable. Twelve thousand parents, some with twenty children living, have applied for the donation to be distributed under the will of M. Cognacq to the largest families In France. Prince Wilhelm, second son of the King of Sweden, Intends to take part In the scientific expedition to Central America to make archaeological and ethnological researches. At an internment camp in Holland seventy men employed as guards have deserted because they did not like their officers and claimed to be overworked. | I- In broad. daylight, at La Havre, France, three (nen robbed two clerks of the state railway ot money ready for. wages amounting to $25,000. Costa Rica's, navy consists of two motor boats. One Is the flagship of the Imaginary Atlantic squadron and tho other of the Pacific. TASTE b the TEST of the DRINKS THAT ARE BEST Buy the products of the BRITISH COLUMBIA BREWERIES, LIMITED Ask for the Brands that are the Best Alexandra Stout is sure to satisfy. U.B.C. Beer The Beer of Quality. Silver Top Soda Water CaSCade Beer The Beer Without a Peer. Full line of Fruit Flavors. Pure UNION BREWING CO., LTD. NANAIMO, B.C. , UNION TAILOR U. WATANABE, Proprietor. Ladies' and Gents' Suits Made to Order. P.O. Box 43. land, B.C. 13(3 ^ Pag? Eight. THE ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND.B.C. December 20,1919. THE CROWN OF THE YEAR WAS MAGNIFICENT SUCCESS Children of the United Sunday Schools of Grace Methodist and St. George's Presbyterian Churches Display Sple.tdid Talent as Entertainers—Delightful Finish to a Very Merry Christmas in Which Most of the Children of the City Took Part. The children of Ihe Sunday Schools of Grace: Methodist and St. George's Presbyterian churches'have every reason to be proud of the manner in which they entertained their friends on Christmfes llight, when they staged in a splendid maimer the cantata "The Crown of the Year" in the Methodist Church- The performance throughout was of a very high order and reflected the greatest credit upon these charged with the, task of training the children, principal of whom was Mr. Charles O'Brien. Where all the performers did SO well it is a difficult matter to single out any one for special mention, but Master Robert Richardson as "Tommy" deserves mere than passing notice. This lad displayed considerable histrionic ability and was in a great measure responsible for the success of the evening. Mi is Ellen Clarke as "June" almost succeeded in convincing everyone, thai she was entitled to the crown, but the author of the cantata decreed otherwise. But while she did not succeed in winning the prize, Miss Clarke may have tlle satisfaction of knowing that she succeeded in singing her way into Ihe hearts of the audience. Prior to the cantata a short programme was n ndered. Mr. W. II. Youhill was chairman and opened thc programme wilh a few remarks in which he wished the audience the compliments of tin' season. Mr. Chris Edwards then rendered as an organ solo the overture to "Poet and Peasant" for which he received much applause. Rev. Mr, Knox address ed a tew happy remarks and wound up with a couple of good stories. Mrs. McLeod gave.a splendid exhibition of club swinging, and Mr. Charles O'Brien delighted the little ones with his humorous selections, Mr. T. West- well showed that he can bring swoet music out of a concertena, and the evening's programme was brought to a close-by Rev. Mr. Hood, who axprcived the appreciation of the united chinches of thc efforts of those responsible for the success of the evening. Following is the cast of characters in the cantata: The Year Mr. ('has. O'Brien January Clive Banks Fobruary Dave Lockhart March Wm. Stanaway April Edith Horbury May Etta lined Juno Ellen Clarke July Ernest McDonald August Edith Hood September Charlotte Carey Third Mildren Calnan Fourth '■- PrlBcilla Wilson Fitth Harriet Gomm Sixth Annie Swanson Seventh Nora Olen Eighth Amy Dallos Ninth Ada Small Tenth Bella Baird Owing to the inclement state of* the weather the balloon ascension bad to ine called off. doing (Mil nf Business Dec. :"■>. 1 will appreciate a sell lenient of all outstanding accounts, Will be here until January S to receive same. A. 11. PEACEY. m tt fe * >[.■ * # * H= # * * % * Own the Best If your piano lioars Hit* n a in c antl trade mark ul' + Hs ■ i(c * ;;: H= ■* # # * * HEINTZMAN & CO. you have got the very best manufactured iu tlio Doniinion oi Canada. II' it doesn't hear tlie name and yuu mint the best, call or write in tin- near- GbI Helntzman branch and ilies* will take your other piano iu exchange ■ for a Ye Olde Firnio ol' Helntzman & Co. piano, allowing yuo a fair valuation on yuur used instrument. October November December . . Herald of the Days- Sunday .Monday Tuesday Weduocday Thursday Friday Saturday Children Tommy Carrie Fanny Eliza .Mary -lane Helen The Hours One Two Three Four Five Six Suven Florence Woods .. Douglas Sutherland Reg. O'Brien Year . Wm Whltchouse Edith O'Brlon Helen Parnham .Maud Baird ... Dorothy Liddell Osive Hichardion Margaret Richard on Annie -|-aif Robert Richard :o' Ila-.cl Mounts Mary i Iddoi: Dotrict Mltchol! Pearl Hu idi . Miitlgo Fouracn c. McKlnnoi Unite O'Drlet Norma Parnham Margaret llallida, Chrlssle Sutherland Isabel Prydi Evelyn Caroy Winnie Shouldlci Beatrice Dlrtilo Third : .Mary Davlos Fifth Sixth Fanny Stmekotl Seventh Eighth Ninth Tenth The Flowers Find Second .... Elsie Young . Edna Marsh Nora Peacock Lilly Qloii Winnie Calnan LEARN -These are the big paying line's of. the future.' Skilled men and women are always iu demand In the after war re-adjustment ouly trained persons will be wanted. Start now to learn. Send for catalogue today. WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE? Wo train you in electrical, mechanical, mining and steam engineering. Ship and mechanical drafting. Also courses ill Navigation, Agriculture, Stenography, automobile, languages, chemistry, telopjinne and other subjects. International Corres p onde n e c Schools, P.O. Box 1121, Nanaitno. H.C.. .1. H. -Milsoni, Manager. tt « v, 'th tt r)\ V. jjft tt m i m tt m & 1 .lis i i m tt I tt 0. U tt M p.*.' ,«*] m i Eight .... .... Mildred Loclcnei I sN'Ine Eleanor Davlos Ten Beth Horburj Eleven Alma Ca .un' Twelve Lillian Banks I The Fruits- First .-. Edna Boiuilu Christmas 1919 THE PRESIDENT, DIRECTORS and OFFICERS of ■ROYAL BANK ©F CANADA .- desire .to offer to the Customers antl Friends of tbe Hank Most Wishes for a Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year. & m I tt W. IJSs m i i I Ltt \A i i m m m I tt m .tt h .tt I .tt ,t.'. SEE OUR WINDOWS ■; SEE OUR WINDOWS I Second Annual § January and February • Clearance Sale 5 RIDEOUTS Watch this space for our Second Annual Clearance Sale. Our present stock must be cleared out below cost to make room for new stock about to Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland. SEE OlFR WINDOWS -' TREMENDOUS SACRIFICE OF LADIES' SUITS LADIES' COATS LBDIES' SKIRTS Commencing Saturday, December 27, and for one week, we will make some Sensational offers in our sale of Ladies' Coats. We have a choice assortment, in fact our stock is heavier than it should be, and wc intend selling every Coat at a price that will effect a quick sale, Tho assortment comprises some very nifty Coats, in many leading styles, both in tweed and velour. ladies' Rain Coats will be sold at a great reduction, and our stock of Heavy Rubberized Motor Coats will be included. A few Girls' Coats will be cleared out at far below today's values. A Chance Not to Be Missed You Can Save Dollars on Above Lines Be on Time Saturday SEE OUR WINDOWS "=®J Grocery Specials Our line of Grycery Specials cannot be excelled. Note the following: King's Quality Flour, the best, our price, per sack $2.95 Graham Flour, 7-lb. sack, regular 05c. for 50c Quaker Oats, regular 40c, special, 3 for ...: $1.00 Robbie Burns Pancake Flour, regular SOc, for 25c Pacific Milk, 16-oz. tins, regular 20c etch, special, 7 for $1.00 Pacific Milk, baby size, regular 10c, per doz $1.00 Canned Tomatoes, Royal City brand, regular 25c, special, 5 for $1.00 Apricots, 1-lb. tins, regular 30c, for 25c Peaches, 1-lb. tins, regular 30c, for 25c Pride of Canada Maple Syrup, quarts, for $1.25. Lowney's Cocoa, half-lb. tins, regular 35c, for 30c Lown'ey's Cocoa, 1-lb. tins, regular (i5c, for fiOc We have Cowan's in same sizes at the same prices. Libby's Olives, 1 oz., plain, regular 25c, for 15c Queen Olives, quart mason jars (>0c Stuffed Olives, 4 oz. 25c Stuffed Olives, 9 oz. 50c Grapelade, made from Concord grapes, 1-lb. tins 25c 2-lb tins 50c 3-lb tins -. ., 75c Libby's Apple Butter 25c and SOc Vou save sugar by buying both of above lines. Quaker Pork and Beans, each 10c Van Camp's Pork and Beans, regular 20c, now 3 for 50c Van Camp's Pork and Beans, large, regular 35c, now 30c Pilchard's "Snow Cap," half-lb. tins, regular 15c, now 2 for 25c Ditto, 1-11). tins, regular 25c, now 20c Notwithstanding the great advance in teas we are now making a special effort to give good value. Here is a leader. About 100 lbs. tea to be cleared al, per lb. (ifl.-s To lovers of Coffee there Is nothing like fresh ground coffee, Try our I WO leaders: No. 1 grade, per Ib 75c No. 2 grade, per Ib (),-,(■ Everyone uses soap, or should use it. Note the undermentioned: Crystal White Soap, regular 2 for 25c, special, 5 for 50c Royal Crown Naptha, 3 for 25c Gobelin Soap,,'! fdr 25c Magic Washing Tablets, (j in package 25c Witch .Soot Destroyer isc Witch Wallpeper Cleaner, per tin 25c Simon Leiser & Co. Limited "THE RIG STORE" CUMBERLAND, B.C. w. \% m 1 S i k 1 n i § i ft | I
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Title | The Cumberland Islander |
Publisher | Cumberland, B.C. : Islander Publishing Co. |
Date Issued | 1919-12-27 |
Geographic Location | Cumberland (B.C.) Cumberland |
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Language | English |
Notes | Title Note: "With which is consolidated the Cumberland News |
Identifier | Cumberland_Islander_1919-12-27 |
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Source | Original Format: Royal British Columbia Museum. British Columbia Archives. |
Date Available | 2017-02-07 |
Provider | Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library |
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DOI | 10.14288/1.0342520 |
Latitude | 49.6186111 |
Longitude | -125.0325 |
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