The Week A British Columbia Newspaper and Review, Published at Victoria, 8. Q. HALL & WALKER Airent* WELLMM COLLIERY COMPANY'S COAL 1232 Government St Telephono S3 Vol. IX. No. 13 Eighth Year THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 Eighth Yeae One Dollar Pee Annum I CONSERVATIVE LEADERSHIP As in duty bound the Liberal Press [made the most of Mr. R. L. Borden's threatened resignation. The Week says "threatened" because even now it is not [quite certain whether he resigned or not. In any event the incident furnished the Liberals with an opportunity to describe lthe Conservatives as in "a condition of dc," whereas if the truth were told, I Mr. Borden's resignation, if persisted in, would create a veritable panic in the Liberal ranks. The Week holds no brief for Mr. McBride, Mr. Roblin, Mr. Monk lor any of the distinguished politicians I whose names have been mentioned as possible successors'to Mr. Borden,'but it holds Ivery decided views on the unfitness of Ithat gentleman for the Leadership of his | party. It held and expressed these views | long before there was any suggestion of [other names, and it holds them more [strongly today than ever. Mr. Borden is | a most estimable man, of the most mediocre attainments; He could never lead la corporal's guard to victory, much less a {large party. He has none of the instincts land none of the magnetism of a leader. {He has missed every great opportunity of [making a stand against the policy of the ■Laurier Government, and in some instances, notably that of the Grand Trunk {Pacific Railway Policy, he literally made la "hash" of matters through not knowing Ihis own mind. His stand on the Naval •Question was vacillating, and on the present great Reciprocity Question feeble and {featureless. In no sense does he lead the {party at the present time. The leaders of the Liberal party resort to every device Ito keep him in his position; they successively, and successfully, arouse his pergonal pride and his jealousy in order to {render it impossible for any concerted {movement to secure his removal. In a {political sense he is "the easiest thing" in {Opposition leaders that a Government ever {had to deal with, so no wonder they do |their best to keep him there. A man who, however estimable his character, has failed through ten years of leadership to Impress himself on the party or the coun- jtry should resign just once more and stay nth his resignation. Whatever the immediate effect on the party might be, the iiltimate effect could hardly fail to hasten jthe return of that party to power. The Wintry is face to face with a great issue, involving not merely commercial but Na- jtional and Imperial interests. Mr. Bor- Jden has utterly failed to rise to the [occasion, and in the opinion of not a few ■thinking Conservatives the psychological {moment for his final retirement has larrived. IBRITISH NEWS The Colonist has replied* to the com- Iplaint of The AVeek that it fails to pub- Ilish British news by writing two lengthy ■editorials, one on Tuesday, the other on ■Thursday. These editorials occupy near- lly two columns and emulate the usual ■success of the Colonist in dodging the {issue. The complaint of The Week, endorsed by Sir Charles Tennant in a {lengthy interview, is that the Colonist {publishes an infinitesimal amount of ■British Empire news and substitutes {columns of uninteresting and trivial Am- [erican items. As the reply of the'Colonist lis so lengthy it is only fair to analyse it Icarefully and set forth as briefly as possible the reasons, or rather the excuses I offered for the paucity of British news. [The first excuse is that on reading the ^English daily papers of given dates very was found which would interest iiaii readers. In fact it declares |c only item of real interest to butside the United Kingdom was Aon to the "Mary Fund," the sub- Vf which was telegraphed to the |n Press at the time. Now all that The Week has to say about the first excuse is that the reader of the London exchanges is a very poor judge of what would interest a person outside of the United Kingdom, because, as will be shown further on, other Canadian papers have no difficulty in finding abundance of live British news, presumably of interest to their readers'. The next excuse is that people arg, unreasonable in expecting to read details of British news over their rolls and 'coffee. We imagine that even the Colonist is not published solely to amuse cranks, and it is doubtful whether there are many English people in British Columbia who would be so unreasonable as to expect to see in the Colonist day by day news of the particular locality where they had lived. The next excuse is that- British born people in British Columbia can keep pretty well abreast with what is transpiring if they read the weekly synopsis of leading events in "Public Opinion." A synopsis at least a fortnight old is a poor substitute for a newspaper, and "Public Opinion" is more useful as the ground work for editorials than as a vehicle for conveying news. On this point the Colonist somewhat complacently remarks: "We are not claiming that our British and general European news is as complete as we would like it to be, but we feel warranted in saying that it -is by no means as deficient as some persons (meaning The Week) would have us think." Well, we shall see about that towards the end of this article. The next excuse is that such items as the wreck of the Sechelt, the New York fire and the Chinese situation came more closely home to 999 out of every 1,000 Colonist readers than the minor incidents of British news that we had on that day. This may be granted and the inference is that British news were crowded out by these important items, but a reference to the columns of the Colonist on Sunday last, the day when these items monopolised the front page, will show that nearly a column was devoted to a transcendental treatise on "The aim of Theosophy," whicii would have been quite as appropriate in any subsequent issue; and that there was no encroachment on the full page allotted to Sport and the full page occupied by Marine News. But let that pass. The Colonist winds up its editorial of Tuesday with the re-iteration: "We would like to do better in regard to British and Foreign news than it is POSSIBLE to do under existing conditions, but we do not admit that the Colonist is nearly as deficient in this respect as some people (meaning The Week) would have us believe." Evidently Mr. Walter Scott, Premier of Saskatchewan, received the same impression as Sir Charles Tennant with respect to the news columns of the Colonist, for by Thursday morning the Family Journal had awakened to the fact that the cry of The Week was not a cry of "Wolf" and that its complaint was being endorsed by public men whose opinions could not be ignored; therefore, it very reasonably asks for suggestions from its readers. But with singular disingenuousness it proceeds to discount the suggestions by claiming that it already publishes all that is worth publishing. It then defends its own system by saying that it took two issues of the London Times at random and found one of them to contain fourteen inches of news from the United States and tlie other eighteen inches. Apart from the assurance necessary to institute a comparison between itself and the London Times one may ask whether the Colonist is aware that the space devoted in that paper to United States news according to its own showing averages more than the space devoted by the Colonist to the news of the whole of the British Empire ? Now, it may be interesting to see whether the Colonist is correct in stating that it gives all the im portant and interesting news. On the subject of possibility The Week assumes, and surely it is a reasonable assumption, that whatever British news are available to the local contemporaries of the Colonist are also at its own disposal. The Week has taken four issues of the Colonist, the Vancouver World and the Vancouver Province and three issues of the News-Advertiser. These issues cover dates of March 25, 26, 27, 28 and 29. To analyse we find the space devoted to news emanating from any part of the British Empire as follows:— March 25: Colonist, 11 inches; the World, 34 inches; the Province, 41 inches. March 26: Colonist, 24 inches (of which 19 are devoted to the formation of a Bruisers' Union with Jimmy Britt as the hero). March 27: The World, 58, and the Province. 65 inches; News-Advertiser, 23 inches. March 28: The Colonist, 11 inches; the World, 53 inches; the Pro- the News-Advertiser, 58 vince, 40 inches inches. March 29: The Colonist, 11 inches; the World, 68 inches; the Province, 55 inches; the News-Advertiser, 15 inches. This gives an average per day of 14 inches for the Colonist; 32 for the News-Advertiser; 54 for the World and 56 for the Province. This would appear to dispose of the contention of the Colonist editorial that the Colonist publishes "all the British news possible under the circumstances." Indeed, if one deducts the article on Jimmy Britt and one on the Grand National, running to ten inches, which make it exactly half the total space devoted to British news in the four days under review, it will be found that the average number of inches per day is only seven, or one-eighth of the space devoted by the World and the Province to the same purpose. A careful investigation of the subjects treated in the wider news service of the Vancouver papers will show that almost without exception they are of interest to every intelligent British subject. Such important matters as Coronation news, Colonel Seely on Reciprocity, Tariff Reform, the Durbar, the wreck of the Preussen, the Eastern Problem, Mormon Emigration, Boers in Bermuda, Ambassador Bryce and Mexico, Canada's Treaty Rights, Churchill and the Anarchists, Canadian Stocks in London, State- Aided Emigration, Canadian Agents in the English Midlands, being absolutely ignored. These figures reveal another significant fact, viz., that the competition of the World and the Province in Vancouver compels the News-Advertiser to publish an appreciably larger amount of British news than the Colonist which has the same proprietary. Indeed, on March 28, the News- Advertiser led them all by publishing 58 inches while the Colonist on thc same date only had eleven. Now figures are admittedly tedious, but sometimes they arc necessary, and in this case they clearly demonstrate that the defence of the Colonist will not hold water. Even including "Jimmy Britt" and the "Grand National" it publishes less than one-fourth the amount of British news found in its contemporaries, ancl only one-third of that found in the columns of the News-Advertiser controlled by tlie same interest as itself. It is not for The Week to speculate as to the reason for this. It is sufficient to justify the charge that has been brought, and that has been so distinctly emphasized by men of note. The Week has shown that it is not only possible to obtain more British news but that the contemporaries of the Colonist do obtain it, and that under the force of competition its own allied newspaper is compelled to do the same, and succeeds in doing it. The obvious inference is that the reason the Colonist ignores British news in favour of trivial and often degrading American items is because there is no competition in Victoria. It cannot be that the cost is prohibitive, for it is a well known fact that the Colonist is the most valuable newspaper property on the Coast. Its readers are asked to make suggestions ; here is a practical suggestion based on ascertained and demonstrated facts:—Give Victorians the same British news service as the Vancouver newspapers give their patrons, and do not leave us entirely at the mercy of the man with stentorian voice who hawks the Vancouver World on the streets of Victoria every night in order that Victorians may read , the news. GLOBE MACDONALD Mr. J. A. MacDonald, the Editor of the Toronto Globe, was entertained at. lunch by the Canadian Club on Tuesday last. On commenting upon his visit in jf the last issue The Week paid a tribute to his ability, and said that if he would steer clear of politics he could deliver an address upon a dozen subjects which would be highly instructive and beneficial.' That this observation was not uncalled for is evidenced by the fact that Mr. Mac- _ Donald commenced his address by entering a protest against any limitation in the ; choice of a subject, and claimed that a guest of the Canadian Club should be permitted to speak on any subject he liked. It is hardly worth while joining issue with him on this point, because the position he assumes is so palpably untenable. The Canadian Club is not the only institution in which, for the sake of harmony and in order to include in its membership people of differing faiths and creeds, both politics and religion are eschewed, and if Mr. MacDonald does not realise that the usefulness of the Canadian Club would be at an end if this rule were not observed it would be a waste of time to argue the matter with him. But for once the militant editor lacked the courage of his convictions, for just when everyone thought he was going to take advantage of his position and follow logically to discuss Reciprocity, he adroitly switched to Democracy and delivered one of the most eloquent, forceful and Jesuitical addresses ever heard in Victoria. In the judgment of The Week the ability displayed was superb, inasmuch as probably three-fourths of the audience thought that they were listening to a non-partisan, patriotic appeal, whereas lhey were listening to one of the most subtle and insidious treatises on Reciprocity whicli any living Canadian could have composed. Not once was Reciprocity mentioned; not once was commerce mentioned, except when the speaker said he believed in freedom of trade where the people liked, but the whole under-current of the address, delivered as it was with all the magnetic influence of a born orator, was to carry the sympathy of his hearers with a policy wliieh Mr. MacDonald convinced the audience he believed to be a link in the chain which would bind the Empire closer together. It was a fragment of the address which he has delivered all over the American Continent, south of the Line, and which' without doubt he will deliver all the way across Canada north of the Line. It was a great missionary effort on behalf of the Laurier Government and their new policy. The Week finds no fault with the Committee of the Canadian Club for inviting a man of Mr. MncDonald's calibre to address it, nor is it possible to criticise so splendid a deliverance from any standpoint but that it was entirc'y out pf place in a non-partisan assembly. That an address of a political complexion would be delivered was evidently expected by the audience, nine-tenths of which were well- known Liberals. Mr. Lindlcy Crense, the esteemed President, presided in an admirable manner, and one can only hope that his unremitting efforts to raise the prestige of the local Canadian Club will be attended with success. THE WEEK, SATUKDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 It may seem rather late in the day for me to make some remarks now about the Automobile Show which was held at the Drill Hall during the last three days of last week, but then you must remember that I had finished all my copy before it was opened. Of course I was there. Could there be any more suitable place for a Lounger to take a little quiet exercise than amongst those inventions which have been created with the special object of providing the best substitute for walking. In the course of time I hope to attend to my professional duties in a car, so naturally I went on a tour of inspection that _ may know exactly what I want when The Week Publishing Company presses this token of esteem upon me. * * * On the left of the entrance thc Western Motor Supply Company with a superb exhibition of McLaughlin- Buick cars occupied the first stand. Their big feature was Model "21," which is a magnificent five passenger touring car with fore doors and 30- 35 horse-power engines, fitted with sliding gear transmission. This latter point is important, only one of the firm's models in Victoria bein.-; fitted with the planetary transmission. To the mere layman the general appearance and neat finish of this car appeal, the body being deep blue with aluminum wheels, whilst all thc biass work is above reproach. A mere trifle of $2,225 will see this car delivered at the Lounger's door. That many others, and these amongst the highest in the land, shared in my appreciation of this particular car was evidenced by a scroll announcing the names of some of the most notable purchasers. Next came the V. I. Auto Company with a showing of Hudsons, Mitchells and Peerlesses. The Woods Brothers made my mouth water with a Chalmers; I don't understand much about mechanism, but I would like to be seen about with that particular car. Harry Moore was there with a big showing of the E. M. F.'s, and the Plimley Company with numerous Overlands, whilst Messrs. A. II. Styles vvith Cadillacs and Oldsmobiles brought the visitor back again to the entrance. It was a fine show all right, and in case anyone felt dull there was a perpetual round of entertainment going on all the time. Singing, dancing and fencing alternated on the platform whilst light refreshments were provided by ladies who were working on behalf of the British and Foreign Sailors' Society. Ah, the fencing! It has always been a mystery to me, possibly to some others also, where the talented editor of the B. C. Mining Exchange had learnt that slashing style of writing which has been such a pleasure to so many. See him with the sabre, and you will wonder no longer. In this case it is a moot point whether the pen is really mightier than the sword. It may be pardonable also to suggest that when one has once seen his doughty performance with a sword one will no longer marvel at his habitual companion—the big stick. * * * I made some remarks last week about a gang of "hoodlums" sitting in the front row of the theatre during the first performance of "The Midnight Sons," and commented on their behaviour. I have since learnt that my estimate of them was perfectly correct. They were commercial travellers from the East who were taking advantage of the "wild and woolly" to make fools of themselves at other people's expense. It appears that they were doing this very literally, and if it had not been for a combination of good luck and kindness at least one of them would have found himself in a very parlous condition. The smart young Easterner very nearly found one of the fairies too many for him, and if it had not been for the fact that certain articles have an almost prohibitive duty placed on them to exclude them from the States, he would now be hunting a job. Thirty dollar automobile rides and careless loans of stock are sometimes apt to produce a very pale- faced and conscience-stricken young gentleman when the reaction sets in. I was quite right when I designated the bunch as "cheap sports." They were—the cheapest variety. * * * My attention has been called to a matter which is really of great importance, but to which I have grown so accustomed that I have ceased to think much about it, as, probably, have many others. Those of you who are clad in fine linen and fare sumptuously every day may be appalled, but the vast majority will shrug their shoulders and say "cui malo?" The ordinary restaurant provides no spoon for the sugar basins on the table; consequently, if a diner wishes to help himself to more he has to use his own teaspoon. Now, the majority of mankind is not in the habit of drnking his tea or" coffee through the medium of the spoon; at the same time a large number of people do, and the cheaper the restaurant, the more spoon-suckers. The moral is obvious. The man with germs is liable to infect the whole of the sugar bowl. So you see that apart from the disgusting idea of the thing, which one soon gets over, there is a very real danger to the whole community in the practice. I might go on to say that there are persons who prefer to help themselves to pickles as they want them, from the bottle, using their own fork. The vinegar may prevent infection, but it does not take a faddist to be somewhat nauseated by such manners. I consider that the restaurant keepers are to blame. If they provided forks and spoons there would be no excuse, even for the uneducated. * * * I do not see why the law should not step in with regard to this matter. We laugh when we read that in Kansas inn-keepers are liable to a penalty if they do not provide sheets of a certain length on the beds, or if they dare to' have a towel hung up for common use. But when people make laws which are sensible in theory they can afford to be laughed at by those who neglect the first principles of hygiene.' It is true that the world seems mad on the germ question and that if one were to follow all the dictates of science life would be too burdensome for endurance. But there is a golden mean and in discarding the mandates of the hypersensitive we should not neglect the warnings of common sense. We should object to chewing the gum or tobacco which another person has thrown away; should we not also object to partaking of the sugar or the pickles which his spoon has already contaminated? Incidentally, I object to gum on principle, whether someone else has thrown it away or not. * * * It is a long time since I have allowed myself to give expression to my feelings on this chewing question. I cannot for the life of me see how men and women can continue the practice when they must see how ungraceful it is. I don't suppose that there is any harm in it after the boy and girl stage, when one is not likely to affix the gum to the most convenient hitching post. It is certainly unplensant to find one's nether garments clinging to a chair what time the infant member of the family raises a piercing shriek because the naughty man has sat upon his chewing gum. I remember one of the first remarks made to me when I came to Victoria. Someone asked me to walk 'down to the Outer Wharf to see the 'Frisco boat come in. "You watch the faces as the boat ties up," he said, "and see 'em chewing." There is something restful in watching a cow ruminating, but there is nothing restful in watching a girl pr woman chewing, and I think that if they realized that the majority of decent people invariably liken 'them to cows when they are thus amusing themselves, they might think it worth while to give up the habit. I believe that the term "cow' 'is one of reproach among the fairer sex. * * * We have heard a lot in the papers about the woman and the hat-pin nuisance. On behalf of the ladies I would like to say that they are not the only persons on this globe who wantonly disregard the convenience of others. Man, even man, has one great failing. He has an incurable habit of walking the streets with his umbrella tucked under his arm and the end sticking out behind. The gentlemen who affect this style of umbrella portage are invariably those who walk slowly along the street and make a point of crossing from side to side of the pavement, either to look in a shop-window or to accost an acquaintance. It never occurs to them that there are others coming up behind in a hurry, who are unable to tell intuitively that these little digressions are going to be made and who imperil their eye-sight or their clothes in the effort to pass. Some day I shall "see red" and I shall snatch and smash an umbrella, and cheerfully go to gaol for the offence. Like the suffragettes, I shall pose as a martyr and refuse to pay a fine. * * * I used to write frequently with respect to men going out of the theatre with their hats on whilst the National Anthem was being played. I am glad to say that it has not been necessary to do so for a long time. There are very few covered heads to be seen now-a-days, but I can't help being rather amused at one thing. It would appear that there are many men who feel that it is meet, right and -their bounden duty to remain uncovered during the first half of the Anthem, and in many cases that is all that is played, but who regard it as an imposition that they should be expected to listen to the whole verse with bare heads. I have noticed many times lately that hats ocme on after three lines. However, half a loaf is better than no bread, and it is great thing .that we do not see the theatres black with hats immediately the curtain falls now-a-days, as we did not so very long ago. Loyal as I am though, I have never been able to appreciate the ultra- loyalty of tthe Englishman in the story. I suppose you know the yarn, but in case you don't, it is worth repeating. The noble lord arrived at the country house of a wealthy American in ample time to dress for dinner. His host conducted him to his room and with due pride pointed out that in the bath-room connecting, there was a large musical box. "Just press the button," he said, "and you will have music whilst you are bathing." He left his guest to his own devices and went down-stairs. The Englishman arrived on the scenes somewhat late, and apologised in these words. "You see, old man, that confounded musical-box of yours kept on playing 'God Save the King,' and I really couldn't sit down, you know." In many respects the Victoria City Council remind me of the storied King of Spain whose amusement it was to march his troops up the hill in order that he might have the pleasure of marching them down again. Take the case of those funny little drinking fountains which were erected at the hither and further ends of the Causeway. One, like Benjamin, is not, owing to the work now in progress at the north-west end, and the other like Ishmael, is dry. Possibly this is caused by sympathetic affection; again, possibly it is not. But why were the fountains put up if they There's a Lesson In It Instead of opposing the christening of a vessel with champagne, prohibitionists ought to encourage it and draw from it a~ great temperance lesson, because after the first taste of wine the ship takes to water and sticks to it ever after. It's a strange fact (fact is always stranger than fiction) that the ship that is christened with water invariably is unlucky. (Ask any old Salt why this thusness, he may be able to tell you.) The vessels that have been the most fortunate are those that have been christened with G. H. Mumm & Co.'s Champagne. Most of the largest and best of the Atlantic Liners, the Ocean Greyhounds- were christened with "Extra Dry," perhaps because their owners realized they would be extra wet forever afterwards. Anyway, "Mumm's the word" on sea as on land at all the highest class functions. When you are at sea as to what to order, take our advice atid order "Extra Dry," the thoroughbred of champagnes. See that the bottle bears the rose-colored capsule,—none genuine without. Pither & Leiser, sole agents for B, C. Victoria, Vancouver and Nelson. PITHER & LEISER Wholesale Agents for Mumm's Champagne VICTORIA, VANCOUVER, AND NELSON, B.C. FURNITURE PACKED BY EXPERTS For shipment to any part of the world. Good Clean Materials. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Estimates Given. Special Oars taken with Glass and China. A Special feature of our business ls re-upholstering and restoring Furniture of all descriptions. E. S. STYLES PHONE .1149 805 FORT STREET THE WORD "BOCK" Derived from "Buck" The first "Bock" Beer made its drinkers buck like a goat they felt so young and skittish,—hence the term. SILVER SPRING BOCK BEER does not make its users become unmanageable, it only promotes a youthful, healthful feeling. It's certainly a fine drink; not only refreshing and appetizing, but health-up-building and contentment- bringing. It's the best all-round Spring tonic and tone-up a man can drink at this season,—saves doctors' bills. Better 'phone us for a case delivered at your home:— Per Dozen Quarts $1.75 Per Dozen Pints 90 H. 0. Kirkham & Co., Ltd. Grocery Department. Tels. 178, 179. Butcher's Shop. Tel. 2678. Liquor Store. Tel. 2677 were not intended for perpetual use. By the same token, one might be pardoned for suggesting that the drinking fountains in Beacon Hill Park look as though some Good Samaritan had been diluting their water with whisky. They reel on their standards and are a disgrace to a law- abiding community. it. * * It is said that there is to be a general clean-up throughout the city. I would respectfully suggest that a petition be sent to the Federal authorities praying them to authorise a small expenditure for the purpose of re-painting the various letter boxes throughout the city. These are in a disgracefully shabby condition, and surely in Coronation year it would not be out of place that they, in common with the rest of his Majesty's males should present a smiling and unabashed front. Paint is not very expensive, but a little, properly applied, works a wonderful transformation. * * * I believe that I possess some Scotch blood in rhy veins, but it is so diluted that I never make any pretence to the honour. However, perhaps I have enough to be justified in calling the attention of the Scotch Brigade to the fact that the lettering on the Burns' Monument in Beacon Hill Park is almost illegible. I doubt whether many people who frequl this most beautiful portion of toria are aware that the Monuml in question is erected in memory| the great poet. It is practically possible to learn the fact by inspq ing thc inscription. 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It is worth |le being an amateur when there is at the end of the week, to say |hing of second and third prizes. Denham is to be congratulated |having inaugurated this successful of amusement at the Victoria batre, and at the same time Victo- I is to be congratulated on having li a good bunch of amateurs. shown at the Crystal of the great bull-fight at Nimes. The management ment announced that they showed the film as an example of one of the amusements to be avoided, and in my opinion their action was most praiseworthy. No one who saw in the pictures the way in which the horses suffer would care to go and see a fight in reality. MOMUS. Max Dill Direct from San Francisco with his all-star cast and supporting company of fifty people, Memocxas cmetcmf of fifty people, comes Max Dill, thc tague Burge (hon.-sec); the Rev. and Hon. T. R. Heneage, Mr. A. E. Craddock (hon. asst.-stage manager), and Mr. H. Sheridan-Bickers (hon. producer). Bather Sug-ffestlve "Every room In my house has a name —Marie Antoinette, Louis XIV, Pom- pellan, etc.' "What do you call the nursery?" "The Eoosevelt." ITo One Else Mistress: Jane, I saw the milkman kiss you this morning. In the future I will take the milk in. Jane—'Twouldn't be no use, mum. He's promised never to kiss anybody but me. |Group of Girls With The Max Dill Co., Which Will Be Seen at The Victoria Theatre on Monday and Tuesday Next, April 3rd and 4th. The New Grand lie of the best yet. It is fair to (that the vaudeville patrons never [such a laugh as they did when pndignant gentleman in the stalls and had to be told that it was |i the piece, and the same patrons yed it all the more when they out that the laugh was on them Ithat that incident was only an- Ir piece of by-play in the turn Tibuted by H. T. McConnell. The feature has been the playing of [iungarian pianist, Viimos West- His forte is Wagnerian music [the time hc spends on the stage too brief. The three Leightons vonderful balancers on the re- Ing sphere which they treat like |non terra firma. Harry Booker Irishman with a hod and that lough information to let every- 1 know that his turn is screaming- linny. Walton & Vivian present |mising farce in which is included very clever characterisations. The Majestic Theatre |ncw version of the old favourite Goose Girl" was to be seen at [Majestic this week and made a pretty little drama. A strong Iwas one entitled "Three Sisters" I hich the actress turns to good iitage the wisdom which she has It on the stage. The Majestic limes to be packed every night, [if, as I saw in a local paper last {ay, the people of Victoria spend |a night for moving pictures, The Istic counts for a good deal of the Romano's Theatre bannot make out how on earth of these films are procured. For |nce an amusing and at the same an exceedingly clever film was [11 which seemed to have been li right in the midst of 'some most Jious-looking lions. I suppose must have been some sort of lible barrier rigged up, but how There, passed the comprehension lie layman. * * * The Crystal Theatre the pleasure of the fight with of the disgusting details. That It be the verdict on the pictures noted German comedian. "Lonesome Town," merriest of musical comedies, is to be his offering at the Victoria Theatre on Monday, April 3. "Lonesome Town" is from the pen of that brilliant librettist, the late Judson C. Brusie, and is a genuine laugh-fest from rise to fall of curtain, possessing, in addition, a number of song hits that are bound to become popular at once. It is an exceedingly elaborate production that Dill will give us, as picturesque as any of the big New York productions. In fact, from a standpoint of costumery and scenery, the presentation is superior to any that has come to us from the other side of the Rockies. This is the unanimous judgment of the critics wherever Dill has appeared this season. The same company will appear on Tuesday, AJ»ril 4, at the Victoria theatre, in "Dream City." This play comes fresh from San Francisco, where the critics lauded it as the most entertaining and beautiful musical comedy production seen there in years. FOR ALDERMAN. Ladies and Gentlemen: I beg to announce that I am a Candidate for Re-Election at the forthcoming Civic Election, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. H. F. BISHOP. Tli£Q R /^ NDi """>* ■••»■» «■*»»—» l___w\ tyl PYUODY VAUDEVILLE! _ocs SULLIVAN tX: CONSIDINE WEEK APRIL 3rd. Famous Bicyclists THE HOEFLER TRIO From eight weeks' engagement at the Palace Theatre, London. VICTORIA DRAMATIC CLUB The selection committee of thc Victoria Dramatic Club held meeting, on Wednesday and Thursday .0 select the casts and understudies for the three one-act plays which are to form the programme of the Club's first promotion at the Victoria theatre in May. The plays selected for presentation are "Mr. Steinmann's Corner," the brilliant emotional play by the famous English dramatist, Alfred Sutio; "The Conversion of Nat Sturge," by Malcolm Watson, one of the cleverest and most amusing plays ever written; "Mere Man," an original farce without a man in the cast, by Hubert Swearer H. Sheridan-Bickers, What should prove a very strong cast has been selected and rehearsals will start next week. Meanwhile arrangements are being made for the dramatic reading circles, which are to be an important and interesting feature of the A. D. C.'s activities. The selection committee of the Club consists of Mr. Harry Pooley, Mrs. Mon- GRACE DeMAR The magnetic and mirthful musical comedy maid— With a Gorgeous Wardrobe BOBBY ZENE & EVA MENDELL Pleasing Parodies and All Fun. 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Published at 1208 Government St., Victoria, B. C, Canada W. BLAKEMORE, Editor ADVERTISERS PLEASE NOTICE Change of copy must be in by Thursday noon each week to insure insertion. His Hour BY BOHEMIAN About twenty years ago a leading English journal offered a prize for a definition of the kind of husband that women like best. The adjudication rested with a jury of matrons and the prize was awarded to a well- known novelist for the following definition. "Women like a husband best who treats them with habitual harshness—with intervals of tenderness." Loud was the out-cry at the apparent barbarism of this definition, but the jury stood by their decision and on the whole it was considered that they were right. I know that on this Continent such a definition would find less favour than in England, and probably nine women out of ten would turn up her nose at the suggestion that she would live for a day with such a husband. But, if a practical test were applied, it would be found that most women considered the "interval of tenderness" ample payment for the "habitual harshness." It would also be found that the men who plumb the depths of human happiness have to purchase this priceless treasure in those moments of supreme tenderness which can only be aroused in the! feminine nature at the rebound froth a period of harshness. I know that I shall be twitted with presenting a purely English view, and there may be among the lady readers of The Week some who will say that my theory is on a par with thc practice of wife-beating, which has been so generally laid at the door of English husbands of a certain class; but if my fair critics will look beneath the surface and own up to the net result of human experience in this regard they will admit that there is more truth in the definition under discussion than is apparent, and that not improbably many women have missed their happiness because of their unacquaintance with natural laws and human experiences, I feel somewhat emboldened to make these statements because I am supported by a lady who has won her spurs as one of thc most brilliant and popular writers of the day. She does not belong to the class where wife- beaters are found, but moves in the best social circles and has enjoyed thc fullest opportunities for studying men, and women in all their relations. I refer to Elinor Glyn. This brilliant authoress is best remembered by her "Elizabeth" books, which have a slyle of their own, and which rank with the most popular novels of the day for raciness, keen observation and accurate analysis of character. Her latest book is easily the most remarkable of thc scries. It is entitled "His Hour," is indited from St. Petersburg and dedicated to H. I. H. the Grand Duchess Vladimir of Russia. It is a Russian story. While the plot is interesting, it is extremely simple, being the working out of a problem in whicii an English lady of refinement and charm battles with a Russian prince of magnetic force, fierce impetuous temper, over-mastering will and primitive instincts. One would suppose that such a contest would hardly bc possible; that a cultured English lady would find no attraction in a man of this type, or in any event that she would indignantly throw him over at the first out-break of brutality. Nothing of the kind; that is where Elinor Glyn understands woman, and needless to say, that with inimitable skill she sketches the progress of the battle moving from one vantage ground to another. The woman is attracted in spite of her better judgment and her wounded pride. In the earlier stages of their acquaintance, before any love passages have taken place, Prince Gritzko, carried away by passion, seizes her in his arms and presses kisses, "hot, burning kisses," upon her face and lips. What took place is best described by the authoress: "Tamara struggled against the intense intoxicating emotion she was experiencing. What frightful tide was this which had swept into her well- ordered life? She vainly put up her arms and tried to push him away, but vvith each sign of revolt he held her the tighter. " 'Darling,' he said softly in her ear, 'My little white soul. Do not fight. It is perfectly useless, because I will do what I wish. See, I will be gentle and just caress you, if you do not madden me by trying to resist!' "Then he gathered her right into his arms, and again bent and most tenderly kissed her. All power of movement seemed to desert Tamara. She only knew that she was wildly happy, that this was heaven, and she would wish it never to end. "She ceased struggling and closed her eyes, then he whispered all sorts of cooing love words in Russian and French, and rubbed his velvety eyelids against her cheek, and every few seconds his lips would come to meet her lips." One would think that after su«h an episode an understanding would have been arrived at, either one way or another, but the difficulty was that Tamara was over head and ears in love with the Prince, while he had not professed his love for her. And as he was a notorious libertine she, not inexcusably, concluded that he regarded her merely as another plaything. Meanwhile, stung by her continued repulses and apparent coldness, he had registered a vow that he would not confess his love until she had surrendered, and so the battle continued. Time after time he tried to wring a confession from her without making one himself, and always failed. Then other suitors came on the scene and he was madly jealous. Driven to desperation, and having been once again flouted by Tamara who had adopted the dangerous expedient of flirting vvith his rivals, he took advantage of the return from a great function to carry her off to his shooting box in the country. Here a dramatic scene ensued. Bearing her to an inner room prepared for her reception, he locked the door and brutally avowed his determination to possess her there and then, "body and soul." In his embraces she swooned; when she recovered she concluded that the worst had happened and he maintained a distracted silence, for what had really happened was this; her physical weakness had opened his eyes to his contemplated brutality. The better side of his nature hall asserted itself, and instead of taking advantage of her defenceless condition he had done his utmost to restore her to consciousness. The only act of familiarity which he had permitted himself was one of humility; he kissed her feet; a not improbable contingency, considering that she was an English woman. From this point to the end of the book is intensely interesting and exciting. Just how far the authoress was justified in adopting so remark-; able an expedient may well be a j matter of question as well as of j taste. She now presents Tamara as; cowed and broken-hearted. Fully bc-1 licving that she had been the victim of an outrage and anticipating thej probable consequences she listlessly consents to marry thc Prince, who still maintains silence and allows her to remain under a mistaken impression. The* engagement was short, and the marriage took place without enlightenment on tllis supreme subject. Then hc carries her away to his ancestral home and after leading her through salon 'after salon brilliantly decorated vvith priceless treasures-of art and vertu, he takes her into his mother's rooms, which had not been used since her death, "Tamara," he said, "these were my mother's rooms; I loved her very much and I always thought I would never let anyone, even my wife, enter them. I have left them just as she used them last, but I now I know that that is not what she would have wished. I want you to see them now with me; I want my mother's blessing to rest on us, which it will do." Then he paused, and there was a wonderful silence, and when he went on his tones were full of a great tenderness. "Little one, in these rooms some day I will make you happy." Then this singular being led her to a little sanctuary where a lamp swung before the Ikon and fresh lilies stood in a vase. He knelt and whispered a prayer, then he rose and they looked into each other's eyes and their souls met, and all shadows rolled away. Still he kept back the secret and demanded that she confess her love —a love beyond everything, beyond anger, beyond fear, beyond pride and her answer was: "Gritzko, do you think I care for what you have done or will do? You know very vvelT I have always loved you," i'i.S "Then the -glory of Paradise seemed to descend upon Tamara, as he bent and kissed her lips. "Oh, what did anything else matter in the world, since after all he loved her! This beautiful, fierce lover! "Visions of enchantment presented themselves—a complete intoxication of joy. "He held her in his arms, and all the strange passion and mystic depths which had fascinated her always, now dwelt in his eyes, only intensified by delirious love. " 'Do you remember, Sweetheart, how you defied and resisted me? Darling! Heart of mine! but I have conquered you and taken you in spite of all! You cannot struggle any more, you are my own. Only you must tell me that you give me, too, your soul. Ah! you said once I should have no part or lot in that matter. Tamara, tell me that I have it?' "And Tamara, thrilled with ecstasy as she whispered, 'Yes, you have it.' "She cared not at all about pride —she did not wish to struggle, she adored being conquered. Her entire being was merged in his. "He held her from him for a second and the old whimsical smile full of tender mischief stole into her eyes. " 'That night at the hut—when you dropped the pistol when—don't you want to know what really did happen?' he said. "She buried her face in his scarlet coat? " 'Oh, no, no, no,' she cried. 'It is all forgotten and forgiven.' "Then with wild passion he clasped her to his breast. " 'Oh, Love,' he said. 'My sweet Princess; the gods are very kind to us, for all happiness is yet to come—! I did but kiss your little feet." Some people will call this erotic, some improbable, some unnatural, but Elinor Glyn and the jury of matrons say, it is "woman," and who will ever solve that ineffable and bewildering problem? For lovely woman is never so happy as when she is making the man she adores miserable, unless possibly it be when she is making recompense in tenderness. (His Hour, by Elinor Glyn. Duckworth & Co. Sold at The Victoria Book and Stationary Co., Government street). HAROLD IN INDIA (Reprinted from Punch) [Mr. Harold Begbie, the eulogist of Mr. Lloyd George, the interpreter of Sir Oliver Lodge and the champion of the oppressed agricultural labourer, is visiting India for the first time.] There is bliss on the banks of the Ganges, There ls glee ln the vales of Assam, There is mirth in the halls that are Ranjl's HANAN The Best of Hil No one would willingly buy an indifferent painting when for practically the same price a real masterpiece could be secured. Neither would anyone, If he or she knew it, buy a shoe of indifferent style and incipable of comfort when they could just as well own aHAHAN—a real masterpiece. It ii to you, who do not know it, we are speaking-. HAN AN Shoes need limply an introduction—that's aU. AU styles, all shapes. H. B. Hammond Shoe Co. Broadwalk Scuflers for Children Sole Agents: Kanan fe Son, Wiohext fe Gardiner, N. Y. N.Y. Pemberton Building, 621 Fort Street The name on the Label should be SCHMIDT'S, if you want the best in genuine imported Clarets and Burgundies. They have been on this market for the past fifteen years and stand for the Popular Choice. For sale by all liquor dealers. 'RADIGER & JANION 1318 Wharf Street 'British Columbia Agents A fence of this kind only 16 to '_._. per running foot. i__._pped in rolls. Anyone | c:-.n put it on the posts without special tools. We were J the originators of this fence. Have sold hundreds of iniles j for enclosing parks, lawns, gardens, cemeteries, churches, I station grounds, etc., etc. [ Supplied in any lengths de-j sired, and painted cither I white or green. Also "Page"| Farm Fences and Gates, Netting, Baskets, Mats, Fence I Tools, etc. Ask for our 19111 catalog, thc most completel fence catalog ever published.! MESSRS. E. G. PRIOR & COMPANY Victoria and Vancouver, B.C. 505P And joy ln the heart of their Jam. The bazaars of remote Tinnevelly Resound with the din of the drum, And they're holding high revel at Delhi, For Begbie has come! Will they make him a Rajah, I wonder, And grant him a special salute? Will he hold a Durbar at Secunder- abad, or prefer to be mute? Will the morals of Simla distress him? Will he highly approve of the Taj? Will he visit Lord Hardinge and bless him, Or boycott the Raj? Will he scale with the ease of a squirrel The perilous peaks of Nepal? Will he back Mr. Valentine Chlrol, Will he stand by Keir Hardie, or fall? Will he traverse the passes of Slkklm? Will he track the wild ass to his lair? When he sees the wild pig, will he stick him, Or will he forbear? Will the Akhond of Swat's jubilation Be pleasant or painful to see? Will the Begums of Oude in rotation Invite him to afternoon tea? Will he cross to Colombo and Kandy By boat or by aeroplane? Will he mount to the hills in a dandy Or travel by train? I know not; but this I am sure of— A man of his stamp and his school Is bound to discover the cure of Whatever ls wrong with our rule. And his style in Its tropical fervour Will wholly outctazzle The Mall, And make the full-blooded Observer Look perfectly pale. For there's none who can ladle out butter So deftly on demagogues' heads; There is none who on snipe of the gutter A richer eulogium sheds. There is none so unbridled in praising The aims of St. David Lloyd George; There is none more efficient in raising A delicate gorge. He will tell without any compunction The steepest of tales of* the plains, And discourse with impartial unction Of rajahs and ryots and rains; The jungle will gather new glories When Begbie has threaded its brakes, Anl gleaned a new budget of stories Of tigers and snakes. But what India gains by his teaching We lose while our Harold's away; And Peers, undeterred by his preaching, Will resume their nefarious sway. Unabashed by the Savonarola Who lashes the sins of the age, They'll play on the godless pianola And wildly rampage. So when he has fittingly carolled The praise of the fabulous East SWEDISH MASSAGE MEDICAL GYMNASTICS VIBRATORY TREATMENT Q. Bjornsfelt, S.M. Phone 1856 - 821 Fort St. HAVE YOU AN OLD BLACK STRAW HAT? If it's becoming don't throw it away, because it can be made goos as new with BOWES' BLACK STRAW HAT VARNISH This splendid varnish is waterproof—the black cannot come off. We would like every wearer of straw hats to know more about its economy and worth. ONLY 25c AT THIS STORE Gyrus H. Bowes Chemist 1228 Government Street. Tels. 425 and 450. We'll hall the return of our Harold, Democracy's lyric high priest. For while he Is absent there shineth No star on the pathway of Hodge, And, reft of his trumpeter, pineth Sir Oliver Lodge. the Week, satuedax, apkil i, 1911 USE YOUR EYES ! You Will Always Find ECLIPSING VALUES HERE Yes, use your eyes, that is what they are for—to be used; but use them right, if you don't, you may get fooled. When shopping use your eyes well, look into .every article carefully. The first look at an article may look good to you, but when you have it home, well—it looks different. The truth of the matter is, it wasn't the article that caught your eye, it was the small price; but on second thought you would have rather paid a little more and got something that not only looks good, but is of the highest quality and will last for many years. No matter what your wants may be, you will be* compelled to acknowledge the prices we quote do not represent the real value. Special Values in Dinner Sets—A Style and Price to Suit You 98-PIECE DINNER SET—$12.50 98-Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner get, with design wreaths of roses with gold edge, also in floral designs, also in white and gold, consisting of 12 dinner plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 soup plates, 12 butter pads, 12 fruit saucers, 3 meat dishes, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 2 bakers, 1 sauceboat, 1 sugar bowl, 1 cream pitcher, 1 slop bowl. Per set $12.50 97-PIECE DINNER SET—$16.00 97-Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, in beautiful art designs with green floral wreaths and gold edge on handles; consisting of 12 dinner plates, 12 soup plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and-butter plates, 12 fruit plates, 12 teacups and saucers, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 2 bakers, 3 meat dishes, 2 sauce boats, 1 cream, 1 slop bowl, also a 97-piece Diriner Set with beautiful key border and gold, in semi-porcelain, consisting of same articles as the set above $16.00 95-PIECE DINNER SET—$20.00 95 Large Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, with neat green leaf border and gold line, also in neat green and pink floral designs with gold lines, beautiful combination, consisting of 12 meat plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and- butters, 12 soup plates, 12 cups and saucers, 3 covered dishes, 1 soup tureen, 2 bakers, 1 sauce tureen, 2 sauce boats, 1 cream pitcher, 1 slop bowl, 4 meat dishes $20.00 113-PIECE DINNER SET-$i8.oo 113-Piece Carlsbad China Dinner Set—This beautiful dinner set ranks as one of the highest values. We know of nothing to equal it at the price offered. A rich, glossy surface decorated with dainty pink roses in green foliage, makes this a set to grace any table. Edges are scalloped in gold outline, handles decorated in gold. The lasting color and beauty of the decorations is insured by thorough baking at the potteries. This style is composed of 12 meat plates, 12 soup plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and-butter plates, 12 fruit saucers, 12 individual butter dishes, \i teacups and saucers, 2 sauce boats, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 2 bakers, 3 meat dishes, 1 sugar bowl, 1 cream pitcher, 1 slop bowl. We have this also in blue forget-me-not. THIS IS SPECIAL VALUE at $18.00 112-PIECE DINNER SET—$20.00 112-Piece Dinner Set, ifi white and gold or neat small moss rose. This set consists of 12 dinner plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and-butter plates, 12 soup plates (French), 12 butter pads, 12 fruit saucers, 12 teacups and saucers, 2 meat dishes, 1 baker, 1 pickle dish, 1 butter dish, 1 sauce boat, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 1 covered sugar, 1 cream jug at $20.00 GET A "WHITNEY" BABY CARRIAGE OR GO-CART. THESE ARE THE DAYS THAT MAKE BABY STRONG AND HEALTHY 109-PIECE DINNER SET—$27.50 109-Piece Austrian China Dinner Set, with green leaf design and gilt edge. Exceptionally high class. Great value $27.50 95-PIECE DINNER SET-$20.oo 95-Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, with green and gold border. This is a very reasonably priced set at ' $20.00 APPEAL FOR THE FAMINE SUFFERERS IN CHINA Perhaps readers of The Week luld like to hear how things are or Ire a few weeks ago among our Lr brethren in China. The letters lted were sent me from the China land Mission. We know much help been sent from various cities and I hope and pray that to some extent suffering has been relieved. But, do let us each send something our plenty to relieve the ter- le distress caused by starvation. Idly address anything you feel dis- Ied to give to Miss Caroline Mack- |t, 1126 Richardson street, Victoria, /ord pictures, however vividly ftrayed, are immeasurably inade- Jite, when one wishes to bring to Irt and mind a realization of the [fill suffering and need throughout famine district of China at this le. The hearty and practical re- l>nse which has come because of statements made by the press jm time to time prove, however, It there is a realization to some lent. Jhe section affected by the famine ■North Anhui and North Kiangau, lith-West to North-East. This Ition is probably one hundred miles 1 length, and only a little less in ladth. lhe causes of the present need are |_vy and continued rains, silted ers, and a densely populated coun- It is stated that in one section Ire are 1,400 people to the square le. Between two and three mil- Ins of people are on the verge of Irvation. In severity the famine exceeds that j 1906-7; a part of the same area affected again, and since that time Ire has been a succession of poor lips, so that the people, many of lom are poor at any time, were lolly unprepared for this present ■amity. I I Conditions as they exist can better be understood through extracts from the letters of those who are living in the midst of the famine. Mr. Ferguson, of the China Inland Mission, in Yingchowfu, Anhui, writes: "Everything which can be used as food is being requisitioned; the leave» of the sweet potato vine, and the bean cakes made of the pulp remaining after the oil has been extracted. A great slaughter of cattle is taking place, many people not having the wherewithal to feed them through the winter. All foods, except meat, are advancing in price, and will doubtless continue to do so until the harvest in June." Miss Waterman (of the same Mission) in Ta'ingkiang-pu, Kiangsu, writes: "Many are eating grain which should be used as seed for the June harvest. Numbers of respectable families are having only one meal a day, while many others are getting a meal every other day, and are staying in bed alternate days to husband their strength. They would work if they could get it, but during the winter (at any time) work is scarce." At a later date she writes: "I hope some relief will soon be given here; the poor people just walked through the streets yesterday and took anything that could be eaten." Dr. James B. Woods, of the American Presbyterian Mission, Southern Board, writes of the Ts'ing-kiang-pu district as follows: "In several districts of this hsien as well as in the neighbouring hsiens of Tao-yuen and Shu-yang, the people are in a desperate way. From 50,000 to 75,000 people are said to be starving in this country. In one district in which we worked in 1906-7 I have reports that at least 16,000 people must have help, or they will starve this Spring; this is also true of other townships." As you already know a committee of business men, Chinese and Euro pean, also missionaries, has been formed in Shanghai for the receiving and distributing of relief. A few extracts as given by the committee might convey an idea of the methods already adopted by some of the missionaries working in these districts, as also of plan formed for giving employment, and in a measure preventing a recurrence of the floods. The committee, writing in the North China Herald, says: "Dr. Cochrane, of the American Presbyterian Mission, who is labouring in the Province of Anhui, appealed for second-hand, padded clothing for immediate distribution, and the committee was able to send the needed quantity at once. Dr. Junkin, of Suchien, Kiangsu, was present at the last meeting, having come direct from the famine region. He showed the plan which had been drawn up for digging a new canal in order to relieve the Grand Canal which this year overflowed badly in Pocchow. Grain has been purchased locally for distribution in some of the centres. The gentry of the affected provinces have raised money independently of the committee." The editor of the Chinese Recorder writes: "The opening of the Tienisin-Pu- kow Railway, as far as Lin-hwai-kuan, in Anhui, will help the transportation of grain, but the North Kiangsu region must still grow sick at heart waiting for junks to be towed up the Grand Canal." Missionaries throughout the famine stricken region, some of whom have already had experience of the famine of 1906-7, are again throwing themselves into the work-of relief. They know full well the toll of missionary lives exacted by the previous famine, but they gladly offer themselves, if by any means they may save some. Our prayers should daily ascend in their behalf as well as for those sufferers to whom they seek to minister. 1 TOPICAL TRIFLES-XXI. (By Onlooker) The peculiarities of Englishmen 011 the Continent have formed an amusing theme for a theatrical entertainment known as La Femme et le Pan- tin," at the Theatre Antoine in Paris. Respectable England lacks the spici- ness the Englishman finds, or thinks he finds, in gay Paree, and the choicest scene in "La Femme et le Pantin" shows La Femme rehearsing a dance in a Salome costume before a bunch of typical Britishers in Norfolk jackets and tweed caps, who think they are having a h—1 of a time. At the conclusion of the dance when the frantic contortions of La Femme have completely disarranged thc Salome costume, the Englishmen arise vvith the exclamation, "Shocking! Shocking!" and solemnly make their exit, amid roars of laughter from thc froggy audience who thoroughly appreciate the skit on the Englishmen, who for all their superiority, are much the same as other male specimens of humanity. An insinuation is conveyed that the Englishman is not all he pretends to be, or that in his own country he is a prude. That this is not the case should bc readily granted, as the Englishman is almost too ready to say exactly what he thinks, and if he is guilty of a little gaiety sub rosa it had just as well be in Paris as in London. In Victoria we are satisfied with musical comedy trimmed down to insipidity, varied by a night of polite vaudeville." Is it surprising that the traffic on thc Sound boats is heavy? Thanks to Oak Bay the sports will have a chance to see the ponies go round and round at the Willows trnck this summer. * * * Why does not some important person start a craze for better bread in this part of the world? Standard bread made of whole meal is the rage in the Old World and experiments have shown it to be very much more nutritious than thc over refined white bread. Experiments were made with rats, and the rats which were fed on bread made from the coarser flour waxed fat more quickly than those fed on pure white. In local bakeries the high price of coal seems to be a trouble, but it is written, "Bread is the staff of life," and nothing was said about stodge. * * * The Royal Victoria Yacht Club is making quite a splash nowadays. As a Royal Yacht Club's boats may be called upon for active service in time of war, thc yachtsmen, no doubt, are getting ready for business with their cutlasses and belaying pins so the States will not have a chance at an annexation stunt. The Victoria Debating Society At the last meeting of the Victoria Debating Society a very excellent paper was read by Mr. A. T. Weight on thc subject: "Will the Orient Ever Be Supreme?" The paper is too lengthy to publish in the columns of The Week or the space would gladly be afforded. It evinces careful study and preparation and if the members of the Victoria Debating Society as a rule devote as much time and; trouble to the preparation of the material for tlieir debates, they will more than justify the existence of their Society. £28,197,000 in Smoke Mr. R. P. Moncrieff of Gosforth, Newcastle, has calculated the consumption of tobacco in the kingdon last year. The total amount smoi was 91 1-3 million lb., costing, 197,000. The increase over, 2.4'i,355 lb. smoked anj) paid out. Calculated population, the retuy person smoked jt year. The cost roughly, £2 iv THE WEEK, SATUEDAY, APEIL 1, 1911 The Week A Provincial Newspaper and Review, published every Saturday by "THE WEEK" PUBLISHING COMPANY, LIMITED. Published at 1208 Government St., Victoria, B. C, Canada W. BLAKEMORE, Editor ADVERTISERS PLEASE NOTICE Change of copy must be in by Thursday noon each week to insure insertion. His Hour BY BOHEMIAN About twenty years ago a leading English journal offered a prize for a definition of the kind of husband that women like best. The adjudication rested with a jury of matrons and the prize was awarded to a well- known novelist for the following definition. "Women like a husband best who treats them with habitual harshness—with intervals of tenderness." Loud was the out-cry at the apparent barbarism of this definition, but the jury stood by their decision and on the whole it was considered that they were right. I know that on this Continent such a definition would find less favour than in England, and probably nine women out of ten would turn up her nose at the suggestion that she would live for a day with such a husband. But, if a practical test were applied, it would be found that most women considered the "interval of tenderness" ample payment for the "habitual harshness." It would also be I found that the men who plumb the depths of human happiness have to purchase this priceless treasure in those moments of supreme tenderness which can only be aroused in the! feminine nature at the rebound from a period of harshness. I know that I shall be twitted with presenting a purely English view, and there may be among the lady readers of The Week some who will say that my theory is on a par with the practice of wife-beating, which has been so generally laid at the door of English husbands of a certain class; but if my fair critics will look beneath the surface and own up to the net result of human experience in this regard they will admit that there is more truth in the definition under discussion than is apparent, and that not improbably many women have missed their happiness because of their unacquaintance with natural laws and human experiences. I feel somewhat emboldened to make these statements because I am supported by a lady who has won her spurs as one of the most brilliant and popular writers of the day. She does not belong to the class where wife- beaters are found, but moves in the best social circles and has enjoyed thc fullest opportunities for studying men. and women in all their relations. I refer to Elinor Glyn. This brilliant authoress is best remembered by her "Elizabeth" books, which have a style of their own, and which rank with the most popular novels of the day for raciness, keen observation and accurate analysis of character. Her latest book is easily thc most remarkable of the scries. It is entitled "His Hour," is indited from St. Petersburg and dedicated to H. I. H, the Grand Duchess Vladimir of Russia. It is a Russian story. While the plot is interesting, it is extremely simple, being the working out of a problem in which an English lady of refinement and charm battles with a Russian prince of magnetic force, fierce impetuous temper, over-mastering will and primitive instincts. One would suppose that such a contest would hardly bc possible; that a cultured English lady would find no attraction in a man of this type, or in any event that she would indignantly throw him over at thc first out-break of brutality. Nothing of the kind; that is where Elinor Glyn understands woman, and needless to say, that with inimitable skill she sketches the progress of the battle moving from one vantage ground to another. The woman is attracted in spite of her better judgment and her wounded pride, ln the earlier stages of their acquaintance, before any love passages have taken place, Prince Gritzko, carried away by passion, seizes her in his arms and presses kisses, "hot, burning kisses," upon her face and lips. What took place is best described by the authoress: "Tamara struggled against the intense intoxicating emotion she was experiencing. What frightful tide was this which had swept into her well- ordered life? She vainly put up her arms and tried to push him away, but with each sign of revolt he held her the tighter. " 'Darling,' he said softly in her ear, 'My little white soul. Do not fight. It is perfectly useless, because I will do what I wish. See, I will be gentle and just caress you, if you do not madden me by trying to resist!' "Then he gathered her right into his arms, and again bent and most tenderly kissed her. All power of movement seemed to desert Tamara. She only knew that she was wildly happy, that this was heaven, and she would wish it never to end. "She ceased struggling and closed her eyes, then he whispered all sorts of cooing love words in Russian and French, and rubbed his velvety eyelids against her cheek, and every few seconds his lips would come to meet her lips." One would think that after su«h an episode an understanding would have been arrived at, either one way or another, but the difficulty was that Tamara was over head and ears in love with the Prince, while he had not professed his love for her. And as he was a notorious libertine she, not inexcusably, concluded that he regarded her merely as another plaything. Meanwhile, stung by her continued repulses and apparent coldness, he had registered a vow that he would not confess his love until she had surrendered, and so the battle continued. Time after time he tried to wring a confession from her without making one himself, and always failed. Then other suitors came on the scene and he was madly jealous. Driven to desperation, and having been once again flouted by Tamara who had adopted the dangerous expedient of flirting with his rivals, he took advantage of the return from a great function to carry her off to his shooting box in the country. Here a dramatic scene ensued. Bearing her to an inner room prepared for her reception, he locked the door and brutally avowed his determination to possess her there and then, "body and soul." In his embraces she swooned; when she recovered she concluded that the worst had happened and he maintained a distracted silence, for what had really happened was this; her physical weakness had opened his eyes to his contemplated brutality. The better side of his nature had asserted itself, and instead of taking advantage of her defenceless condition he had done his utmost to restore her to consciousness. The only act of familiarity which hc had permitted himself was one of humility; he kissed her feet; a not improbable contingency, considering that she was an English woman. From this point to the end of the book is intensely interesting and exciting. Just how far thc authoress was justified in adopting so remarkable an expedient may well be a matter of question as well as of taste. She now presents Tamara as cowed and broken-hearted. Fully believing that she had been the victim j of an outrage and anticipating the probable consequences she listlessly consents to marry the Prince, who still maintains silence and allows her to remain under a mistaken impression. The engagement was short, and the marriage took place without enlightenment on this supreme subject. Then hc carries her away to his ancestral home and after leading her through salon 'after salon brilliantly decorated with priceless treasure-of art and vertu, he takes her into his mother's rooms, which had not been used since her death. "Tamara," he said, "these were my mother's rooms; I loved her very much and I always1 thought I would never let anyone, even my wife, enter them. I have left them just as she used them last, but I now I know that that is not what she would have wished. I want you to see them now with me; I want my mother's blessing to rest on us, which it will do." Then he paused, and there was a wonderful silence, and when he went on his tones were full of a great tenderness. "Little one, in these rooms some day I will make you happy." Then this singular being led her to a little sanctuary where a lamp swung before the Ikon and fresh lilies stood in a vase. He knelt and whispered a prayer, then he rose and they looked into each other's eyes and their souls met, and all shadows rolled away. Still he kept back the secret and demanded that she confess her love —a love beyond everything, beyond anger, beyond fear, beyond pride and her answer was: .... "Gritzko, do you think I care for what you have done or will do? You know very well I have always loved you," /'"._ "Then t\i_ -glory of Paradise seemed to descend upon Tamara, as he bent and kissed her lips. "Oh, what did anything else matter in the world, since after all he loved her! This beautiful, fierce lover! "Visions of enchantment presented themselves—a complete intoxication of joy. "He held her in his arms, and all the strange passion and mystic depths which had fascinated her always, now dwelt in his eyes, only intensified by delirious love. " 'Do you remember, Sweetheart, how you defied and resisted me? Darling! Heart of mine! but I have conquered you and taken you in spite of all! You cannot struggle any more, you are my own. Only you must tell me that you give me, too, your soul. Ah! you said once I should have no part or lot in that matter. Tamara, tell me that I have it?' "And Tamara, thrilled with ecstasy as she whispered, 'Yes, you have it.' "She cared not at all about pride —she did not wish to struggle, she adored being conquered. Her entire being was merged in his. "He held her from him for a second and the old whimsical smile full of tender mischief stole into her eyes. "That night at the hut—when you dropped the pistol when—don't you want to know what really did happen?' he said. "She buried her face in his scarlet coat? '"Oh, no, no, no,' she cried. 'It is all forgotten and forgiven.' "Then with wild passion he clasped her to his breast. " 'Oh, Love,' he said. 'My sweet Princess; the gods are very kind to us, for all happiness is yet to come—! I did but kiss your little feet." Some people will call this erotic, some improbable, some unnatural, but Elinor Glyn and the jury of matrons say, it is "woman," and who will ever solve that ineffable and bewildering problem? For lovely woman is never so happy as when she is making the man she adores miserable, unless possibly it be when she is making recompense in tenderness. (His Hour, by Elinor Glyn. Duckworth & Co. Sold at The Victoria Book and Stationary Co., Government street). HAROLD IN INDIA (Reprinted from Punch) [Mr. Harold Begbie, the eulogist of Mr. Lloyd George, the Interpreter of Sir Oliver Lodge ancl the champion of tlle oppressed agricultural labourer, is visiting India for the first time.] There Is bliss on the banks of tbe Ganges, There Is glee ln the vales of Assam, There Is mirth in the halls that are Ranji's HUNAN The Best of Hil No one would willingly buy an indifferent painting when for practically the same price a real masterpiece could be secured. Neither would anyone, if he or she knew It, buy a shoe of indifferent style and incipable of comfort when they could just as well own aHAMAN—a real masterpiece. It ii to yon, who do not know it, we aro speaking-. HASAN Shoes need simply an introduction—that's all. All styles, all shapes. H. B. Hammond Shoe Co. Broadwalk Scuflers for Children Sole Agents: Hanan Ic Son, N. Y. Wichert fe Gardiner, N.y. Pemberton Building, 621 Fort Street The name on the Label should be SCHMIDT'S, if you want the best in genuine imported Clarets and Burgundies. They have been on this market for the past fifteen years and stand for the Popular Choice. For sale by all liquor dealers. "RADIGER & JANION 1318 Wharf Street _ritish Columbia Agents A fer.ce of this kind only 16 tn 23c. per running foot, i-'-.lpped in rolls. Anyone | c;-.n put it on the posts without special tools. We were | the originators of this fence. Have sold hundreds of miles for enclosing parks, lawns, I gardens, cemeteries, churches, ] station grounds, etc., etc. J Supplied in any lengths de-1 sired, and painted either I white or green. Also "Page"| Farm Fences and Gates, Netting, Baskets, Mats, Fence I Tools, etc. Ask for our 191l[ catalog, thc most completel fence catalog ever published. I MESSRS. E. G. PRIOR & COMPANY Victoria and Vancouver, B.C. sosp And joy in the heart of their Jam. The bazaars of remote Tinnevelly Resound with the din of the drum, And they're holding high revel at Delhi, For Begbie has come! Will they make him a Rajah, I wonder, And grant him a special salute? Will he hold a Durbar at Secunder- abad, or prefer to be mute? Will the morals of Simla distress him? Will he highly approve of the Taj? Will he visit Lord Hardinge and bless him, Or boycott the Raj? Will he scale with the ease of a squirrel The perilous peaks of Nepal? Will he back Mr. Valentine Chlrol, Will he stand by Keir Hardie, or fall? Will he traverse the passes of Slkklm? Will he track the wild ass to his lair? When he sees the wild pig, will he stick him, Or will he forbear? Will the Akhond of Swat's jubilation Be pleasant or painful to see? Will the Begums of Oude in rotation Invite him to afternoon tea? Will he cross to Colombo and Kandy By boat or by aeroplane? Will he mount to the hills in a dandy Or travel by train? I know not; but this I am sure of— A man of his stamp and his school Is bound to discover the cure of Whatever is wrong with our rule. And Ills style in Its tropical fervour Will wholly outd»zzle The Mall, And make the full-blooded Observer Look perfectly pale. For there's none who can ladle out butter So deftly on demagogues' heads; There is none who on snipe of the gutter A richer euloglum sheds. There is none so unbridled in praising The aims of St. David Lloyd George; There is none more efficient In raising A delicate gorge. He will tell without any compunction The steepest of tales of* the plains, And discourse with impartial unction Of rajahs and ryots and rains; The jungle will gather new glories When Begbie has threaded Its brakes, Anl gleaned a new budget of stories Of tigers and snakes. But.what India gains by his teaching We lose while our Harold's away; And Peers, undeterred by his preaching, Will resume their nefarious sway. Unabashed by the Savonarola Who lashes the sins of the age, They'll play on the godless pianola And wildly rampage. So when he has fittingly carolled The praise of the fabulous Bast SWEDISH MASSAGE MEDICAL GYMNASTICS VIBRATORY TREATMENT G. Bjornsfelt, S.M. Phone 1856 - 821 Fort St. HAVE YOU AN OLD BLACK STRAW HAT? If it's becoming don't throw it away, because it can bc made goos as new with BOWES' BLACK STRAW HAT VARNISH This splendid varnish is waterproof—the black cannot come off. Wc would like every wearer of straw hats to know more about its economy and worth. ONLY 25c AT THIS STORE Cyrus H. Bowes Chemist 1228 Government Street. Tels. 425 and 450. We'll hall the return of our Harold, Democracy's lyric high priest, For while he is absent there shlneth No star on the pathway of Hodge, And, reft of his trumpeter, plnetll Sir Oliver Lodge. •'■ the Week, Saturday, april i, 1911 USE YOUR EYES ! You Will Always Find ECLIPSING VALUES HERE Yes, use your eyes, that is what they are for—to be used; but use them right, if you don't, you may get fooled. When shopping use your eyes well, look into .every article carefully. The first look at an article may look good to you, but when you have it home, well—it looks different. The truth of the matter is, it wasn't the article that caught your eye, it was the small price; but on second thought you would have rather paid a little more and got something that not only looks good, but is of the highest quality and will last for many years. No matter what your wants may be, you will bi compelled to acknowledge the prices we quote do not represent the real value. Special Values in Dinner Sets—A Style and Price to Suit You 98-PIECE DINNER SET—$12.50 98-Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, with design wreaths of roses with gold edge, also in floral designs, also in white and gold, consisting of 12 dinner plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 soup plates, 12 butter pads, 12 fruit saucers,'3 meat dishes, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 2 bakers, 1 sauceboat, 1 sugar bowl, 1 cream pitcher, 1 slop bowl. Per set $12.50 97-PIECE DINNER SET—$16.00 97-Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, in beautiful art designs with green floral wreaths and gold edge on handles;' consisting of 12 dinner plates, 12 soup plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and-butter plates, 12 fruit plates, 12 teacups and saucers, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 2 bakers, 3 meat dishes, 2 sauce boats, 1 cream, 1 slop bowl, also a 97-piece Diriner Set with beautiful key border and gold, in semi-porcelain, consisting of same articles as the set above $16.00 95-PIECE DINNER SET-$20.oo 95 Large Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, with neat green leaf border and gold line, also in neat green and pink floral designs with gold 'lines, beautiful combination, consisting of 12 meat plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and- butters, 12 soup plates, 12 cups and saucers, 3 covered dishes, 1 soup tureen, 2 bakers, 1 sauce tureen, 2 sauce boats, 1 cream pitcher, 1 slop bowl, 4 meat dishes $20.00 113-PIECE DINNER SET—$18.00 113-Piece Carlsbad China Dinner Set—This beautiful dinner set ranks as one of the highest values. We know of nothing to equal it at the price offered. A rich, glossy surface decorated with dainty pink roses in green foliage, makes this a set to grace any table. Edges are scalloped in gold outline, handles decorated in gold. The lasting color and beauty of the decorations is insured by thorough baking at the potteries. This style is composed of 12 meat plates, 12 soup plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and-butter plates, 12 fruit saucers, 12 individual butter dishes, 12 teacups and saucers, 2 sauce boats, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 2 bakers, 3 meat dishes, 1 sugar bowl, 1 cream pitcher, 1 slop bowl. We have this also in blue forget-me-not. THIS IS SPECIAL VALUE at ■ $18.00 112-PIECE DINNER SET—$20.00 112-Piece Dinner Set, in white and gold or neat small moss rose. This set consists of 12 dinner plates, 12 dessert plates, 12 bread-and-butter plates, 12 soup plates (French), 12 butter pads, 12 fruit saucers, 12 teacups and saucers, 2 meat dishes, 1 baker, 1 pickle dish, 1 butter dish, 1 sauce boat, 2 covered vegetable dishes, 1 covered sugar, 1 cream jug at $20.00 GET A "WHITNEY" BABY CARRIAGE OR GO-CART. THESE ARE THE DAYS THAT MAKE BABY STRONG AND HEALTHY 109-PIECE DINNER SET-$27.5o 109-Piece Austrian China Dinner Set, with green leaf design and gilt edge. Exceptionally high class. Great value $27.50 95-PIECE DINNER SET-$20.oo 95-Piece Semi-Porcelain Dinner Set, with green and gold border. This is a very reasonably priced set at ' $20.00 APPEAL FOR THE FAMINE SUFFERERS IN CHINA [Perhaps readers of The Week uld like to hear how things are or re a few weeks ago among our >r brethren in China. The letters )ted were sent me from the China and Mission. We know much help I been sent from various cities and hope and pray that to some extent suffering has been relieved. But, do let us each send something our plenty to relieve the ter- e distress caused by starvation, jidly address anything you feel disced to give to Miss Caroline Mack- 1, 1126 Richardson street, Victoria, ■Vord pictures, however vividly I-trayed, are immeasurably inade- Itte, when one wishes to bring to Irt and mind a realization of the ■ful suffering and need throughout famine district of China at this ie. The hearty and practical re- Imse which has come because of I statements made by the press Im time to time prove, however, It there is a realization to some lent. fhe section affected by the famine ■North Anhui and North Kiangau, lith-West to North-East. This Ition is probably one hundred miles ] length, and only a little less in ladth. She causes of the present need are livy and continued rains, silted lers, and a densely populated coun- It is stated that in one section Ire are 1,400 people to the square le. Between two and three mil- Ins of people are on the verge of Irvation. In severity the famine exceeds that j 1906-7; a part of the same area laffected again, and since that time Ire has been a succession of poor lips, so that the people, many of lorn are poor at any time, were lolly unprepared for this present |amity. Conditions as they exist can better be understood through extracts from the letters of those who are living in the midst of the famine. Mr. Ferguson, of the China Inland Missior., in Yingchowfu, Anhui, writes; "Everything which can be used as food is being requisitioned; the leave- of the sweet potato vine, and the bean cakes made of the pulp remaining after the oil has been extracted. A great slaughter of cattle is taking place, many people not having the wherewithal to feed them through the winter. All foods, except meat, are advancing in price, and will doubtless continue to do so until the harvest in June." Miss Waterman (of the same Mission) in Ta'ingkiang-pu, Kiangsu, writes; "Many are eating grain which should be used as seed for the June harvest. Numbers of respectable families are having only one meal a day, while many others are getting a meal every other day, and are staying in bed alternate days to husband their strength. They would work if they could get it, but during the winter (at any time) work is scarce." At a later date she writes; "I hope some relief will soon be given here; the poor people just walked through the streets yesterday and took anything that could be eaten." Dr. James B. Woods, of the American Presbyterian Mission, Southern Board, writes of the Ts'ing-kiang-pu district as follows: "In several districts of this hsien as well as in the neighbouring hsiens of Tao-yuen and Shu-yang, the people are in a desperate way. From 50,000 to 75,000 people are said to be starving in this country. In one district in which we worked in 1906-7 I have reports that at least 16,000 people must have help, or they will starve this Spring; this is also true of other townships." As you already know a committee of business men, Chinese and Euro pean, also missionaries, has been formed in Shanghai for the receiving and distributing of relief. A few extracts as given by the committee might convey an idea of the methods already adopted by some of the missionaries working in these districts, as also of plan formed for giving employment, and in a measure preventing a recurrence of the floods. The committee, writing in the North China Herald, says; "Dr. Cochrane, of the American Presbyterian Mission, who is labouring in the Province of Anhui, appealed for second-hand, padded clothing for immediate distribution, and the committee was able to send the needed quantity at once. Dr. Junkin, of Suchien, Kiangsu, was present at thc last meeting, having come direct from the famine region. He showed the plan which had been drawn up for digging a new canal in order to relieve the Grand Canal which this year overflowed badly in Pocchow. Grain has been purchased locally for distribution in some of the centres. The gentry of the affected provinces have raised money independently of the committee." Thc editor of the Chinese Recorder writes: ■ "The opening of the Tienisin-Pu- kovv Railway, as far as Lin-hwai-kuan, in Anhui, will help the transportation of grain, but the North Kiangsu region must still grow sick at heart waiting for junks to be towed up the Grand Canal." Missionaries throughout the famine stricken region, some of whom have already had experience of the famine of 1906-7, are again throwing themselves into thc work "of relief. They know full well the toll of missionary lives exacted by the previous famine, but they gladly offer themselves, if by any means they may save some. Our prayers should daily ascend in their behalf as well as for those sufferers to whom they seek to minister. TOPICAL TRIFLES-XXI. (By Onlooker) The peculiarities of Englishmen 011 the Continent have formed an amusing theme for a theatrical entertainment known as La Femme et le Pin- tin," at the Theatre Antoine in Paris. Respectable England lacks the spici- ness the Englishman finds, or thinks he finds, in gay Paree, and the choicest scene in "La Femme et le Pantin" shows La Femme rehearsing a dance in a Salome costume before a bunch of typical Britishers in Norfolk jackets and tweed caps, who think they are having a h—1 of a time. At the conclusion of the dance when the frantic contortions of La Femme have completely disarranged the Salome costume, the Englishmen arise vvith the exclamation, "Shocking! Shocking!" and solemnly make their exit, amid roars of laughter from the froggy audience who thoroughly appreciate the skit on the Englishmen, who for all their superiority, are much the same as other male specimens of humanity. An insinuation is conveyed that the Englishman is not all he pretends to be, or that in his own country he is a prude. That this is not thc case should bc readily granted, as the Englishman is almost too ready to say exactly what he thinks, and if he is guilty of a little gaiety sub rosa it had just as well bc in Paris as in London. In Victoria we are satisfied with musical comedy trimmed down to insipidity, varied by a night of polite vaudeville." Is it surprising that the traffic on the Sound boats is heavy? Thanks to Oak Bay the sports will have a chance to see the ponies go round and round at the Willows track this summer. * * * Why does not some important person start a craze for better bread in this part of the world? Standard bread made of whole meal is the rage in the Old World and experiments have shown it to be very much more nutritious than the over refined white bread. Experiments were made with rats, and the rats which were fed on bread made from the coarser flour waxed fat more quickly than those fed on pure white. In local bakeries the high price of coal seems to be a trouble, but it is written, "Bread is the staff of life," and nothing was said about stodge. * * * The Royal Victoria Yacht Club is making quite a splash nowadays. As a Royal Yacht Club's boats may be called upon for active service in time of war, the yachtsmen, no doubt, are getting ready for business with their cutlasses and belaying pins so the States will not have a chance at an annexation stunt. The Victoria Debating Society At the last meeting of the Victoria Debating Society a very excellent paper was read by Mr. A. T. Weight on the subject; "Will the Orient Ever Be Supreme?" The paper is too lengthy to publish in the columns of The Week or the space would gladly bc afforded. It evinces careful study and preparation and if the members of thc Victoria Debating Society as a rule devote as much time and! trouble to the preparation of the material for their debates, they will more than justify the existence of their Society. £28,197,000 in Smoke Mr. R. P. Moncrieff of Gosforth, Newcastle, has calculated the consumption of tobacco in the kingdom last year. The total amount smoked was 91 1-3 million lb., costing £28,- 197,000. The increase over 1909 was 2,4U,35S lb. smoked and £1,301,000 paid out. Calculated per head of population, the return shows that each person smoked just over 2 lb. in the year. The cost was 12s. 4*^ d., or, roughly, £2 17s. per family. ^_ THE WEEK, SATTJKDAY, APEIL 1, 1911 WATER NOTICB NOTICE la hereby given that an application will be made under Part V of the "Water Act, 11)09," to obtain a licence in the Coast Division of Victoria District. (a) The name, address and occupation of the applicant is Robert Draney, Kimsquit, Dean Channel, Salmon Can- ner. (b) The name of the lake, stream or source is a small creek leading abott one mile N. E. of the Kimsuuit Cannery. (c) The point of diversion is about three-quarters of a mile up the Creek from its mouth at Dean Channel. (d) The quantity of water applied for is two cubic feet. (e) The character of the proposed works is a diversion of the, water applied for into a flume or pipe to the Salmon Cannery at Kimsquit. (f) The premises on which the water is to be used is the Salmon Cannery at Kimsquit, Dean Channel. (■_.) The purposes for which the water is to be used are General Cannery Purposes. (j) The* area of Crown land intended to be occupied by the proposed works is about 200 square feet. (k) This notice was posted on the 28th day of February, 1911, and application will be made to the Commissioner on the 30th day of April, 1911. (1) There are no riparian proprietors or licensees who or whose lands are likely to be affected by the proposed works, either above or below the outlet. ROBERT DRANEY, apll Kimsquit, B.C. RENFREW LAND DISTRICT District of Renfrew TAKE notice that I, Edward B. Cad- well, Of Detroit, Mich., U.S.A., occupation Broker, intends to apply for Sermission to purchase the following escribed lands:—Commencing .at a post planted at the south-east corner of Lot 272, being the south-west corner; thence north 40 chains; thenc* east 80 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 80 chains to place of commencement, and containing three hundred and twenty acres more or less. .The land ls required for agricultural purposes. Dated January 27th, 1911. feb 11 EDWARD B. CADWELL. RENFREW LAND DISTRICT District of Renfrew TAKE notice that I, Samuel A. Moore, of Pomona, Calif., U.S.A., occupation Butcher, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post £ lanted at the north-west corner of ot 270, being S. A M.'s North-east Corner Post; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains to place of commencement, and containing one hundred and sixty acres more or less. The land ls required for agricultural purposes. Dated January 26th, 1911, feb 11 SAMUEL A MOORE. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Felix Pojrier, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation CaTj?enter, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the southwest corner of Lot 385, and marked F. P.'s S. E. Corner; thence west 80 chains, rorth 80 chains, east 80. chains, aouth 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 26, 1910. FELIX POIRIER, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Olivier Carriere, of Alberni, B.C., occupation Farmer, intends to appiy for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Cemmenclng at a post planted at the southwest corner of Lot 386, and marked O. C.'s N. W. Corner; thence east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 26, 1910. OLIVIER CARRIERE, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that John Provo, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Miner, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Cemmenclng at a post planted about 2 miles north of the northeast corner of Lot 317, and marked J. P.'s N. E. Cor.; thence south 80 chains, west 80 chains, north 80 chains, east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 30th, 1910. JOHN PROVO, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Maurice Cane, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Mining Engineer, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile south of Coal Creek and about three miles south of Long Lake (Tal- a-Reazt Creek)1 In the watershed of the Salmon River; thence soutli eighty chains; thence west eighty chains; chains; thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February llth, 1911. MAURICE CANE. apl 1 , Frank Hallett,' Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that William Marchant, of Vietoria, occupation Inspector of Customs, intends to apply for a license to prdspect for coal ancl petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about a mile and a half north of the east branch of Coal Creek and about two and a half miles south of Long Lake (Tanya- bunket Lake) in the watershed of the Salmon River; thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; thence west eighty chains and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated February 13th, 1911. WILLIAM MARCHANT. apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT' District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Frank Hallett of Kimsquit, B.C., occupation Prospector, Intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following descrlhed lands:—Commencing at a post planted about a mlle and a half north of the East branch of Coal Creek and about two and a half miles south of Long Lake (Tanyabunkot Lake) In the watershed of the Salmon River; thence north eighty chains; thence west eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; thence east eighty chains and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February IB, 1911. apl 1 FRANK HALLETT. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT "- District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Arthur R. Sherwood, of Victoria, occupation Estate Agent, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about a mile and a half north of the East branch of Coal Creek and about two and a half miles Soutn of Long Lake (Tanyabunket Lake) In the watershed of the Salmon River;"' thence west eighty chains, thenee south eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence north eighty chains and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February 13th, 1911. ARTHUR R. SHERWOOD, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Lorenzo Alexander of Victoria, occupation Broker, Intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile and a half north of the East branch of Coal Creek and about two and a half miles South of Long Lake (Tanyabunket Lake) in the watershed of the Salmon River; thence south eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence north eighty chains, thence west eighty chains and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February 13th, 1911. LORENZO ALEXANDER, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Henry Morehouse Leonard, of Victoria, occupation Estate Agent, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one-half mile south of the East branch of Coal Creek and about four miles south of Long Lake Creek (Tai-a-Reazi Creek) in the watershed of the Salmon River, thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; thence west eighty chains and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February-13th, 1911. HENRY MOREHOUSE LEONARD, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Philip Oldham, of Victoria, occupation Broker, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one-half mile south of the East branch of Coal Creek and about four miles South of Long Lake Creek (Tai-a-Reazi Creek) in the watershed of the Salmon River; thence west eighty chains; thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February 13th, 1911. PHILIP OLDHAM, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Percy Byng Hall of Victoria, B.C., occupation Broker, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile south of Coal Creek and about three miles south of Long Lake Creek (Tai-a-Reazi Creek) in the watershed of the Salmon River: —thenca west eighty chains; thenc** north eighty chains; thence- east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated February llth, 1911. PERCY BYNG HALL, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Henry John Sanders of Victoria, B.C., occupation Broker, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one miles south of Coal Creek and about three miles south of Long Lake Creek (Tal-a-Reazl Creek) in the watershed of the Salmon River, thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; hetnce west eighty chains, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated February llth, 1911. HENRY JOHN SANDERS, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Cecil Woods, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Rancher, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile south of Coal Creek and about three miles south of Long Lake Creek (Tai-a-Reazi Creek) in the watershed of the Salmon River; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; thence west eighty chains; thence north eighty chains and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated February llth, 1911. CECIL WOODS, apl 1 Frank Hallett, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, John F. Doyle, of Nanaimo, occupation Merchant, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following desoribed lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the south-east corner about two and one- half miles distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 346, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains, to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated January 3rd, 1911. feb 25 JOHN F. .DOTLE. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Richard Layritz, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Florist, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the north-west corner, about 40 chains distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 346, Range 3, Coast District, thence east 80 chains, thence south 40 chains, thence west 80 chains, thence north 40 ehains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated January 3rd, 1911. feb 26 RICHARD LAYRITZ. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that James Henry Cory, of Sausalita, Cal., occupation Insurance Agent, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 2 mlles north of the northeast corner of Lot 317, and marked J. H. C.'s S. E. Cor.; thence west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated Dec. 30, 1910. JAMES HENRY CORY, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of North Saanich TAKE notice that Conrad Johnson, of Port Blakeley, Wash., occupation Caretaker, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at north-east point, thence south 110 yards; thence west 60 yards; thence north 100 yards; thence east to point of commencement of Island locally known as Johnson's Island, situated in Canoe Pass, about three miles from Sidney, B C Dated February 16th, 1911. feb 25 CONRAD JOHNSEN. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that. I, Mary D. Mac- naughton, of Cumberland, B.C., occupation, Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-east eorner, about 20 chains distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-east corner of Lot 343, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence east 80 chains to lake; thence following the lake shore to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated January 3rd, 1911. feb 25 MARY D. MACNAUGHTON. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Elise Layrit!, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the south-west corner about three and one- half miles distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 345, Range 3, Coast District, thence north 40 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 40 chains, thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres more or less. Dated January 3rd, 1911. feb 25 ELISE LAYRITZ. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, James Robert Anderson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Gentleman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-west corner about three and one-half miles distant, and In a southerly direction from the southwest corner of Lot 345, Range 3, Coast District, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated January 3rd, 1911. feb 25 JAMES ROBERT ANDERSON. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Hannah Watts- Jones, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Married Woman, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-east corner about three and one-half miles distant, and in a southerly direction from the southwest corner of Lot 345, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of .commencement, and containing 640 acres,, more or less.. Dated January Srd, 1911. feb 25 HANNAH WATTS-JONES. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Ivor K. Watts- Jones, of Victoria, B.C., occupation farmer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted at the south-west corner about two and one- half miles distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 345, Range 3, Coast District, thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or less, Dated January 3rd, 1911. feb 25 IVOR K. WATTS-JONES. RENFREW LAND DISTRICT District of Renfrew .TAKE notice that I, John H. Moore, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Logger, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 60 chains distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-east corner of Lot 272, being J. H. M.'s S.E. Corner; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 20 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 60 chains to place of commencement, and containing three hundred and twenty acres more or less. The land is required for agricultural purposes. Dated January 27th, 1911. feb 11 JOHN H. MOORE. RENFREW LAND DISTRICT District of Renfrew TAKE notice that I, James A. Crawford, of Spokane, Wash., U.S.A., occupation Farmer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted forty chains distant, and in a southerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 272, being the south-west corner; thence north 40 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 20 chains; thenee west 10 chains; thence south 20 chains; thence west 70 chains to place of commencement, and containing three hundred acres more or less. The land is required for agricultural purposes. Dated January 27th, 1911. feb 11 JAMES A. CRAWFORD. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Rans-3 ■1 TAKE notice that Annie Dunbar Upton, of Grass Valley, Cal., occupation widow, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile north of the Alcatcho Indian Reserve on the Bella Coola trail, and marked A. D. U.'s N. E. Cor.; thence west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 4th, 1911. ANNIE DUNBAR UPTON, mar IS Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice -that Alexander Farrel Brady, of Grass Valley, Cal., occupation Hardware Merchant, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile north of Alcatcho Indian Reserve, on the Bella Coola trail, and marked A. F. B.'s N. W. Cor.; thence east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 4, 1911. ALEXANDER FARREL BRADY, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Geo. H. W. Ashwell, of Chilliwack, B.C., occupation Merchant, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the south-east corner about one-half mile distant, and in a westerly direction from the north-west corner of Lot 344, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or iess. Dated December 30th, 1910. feb 26 GEO. H. W. ASHWELL. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Gladys Darling Beck, of Shanghai, China, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the south-east corner situate at the south-west corner of Lot 344, Range- 3, Coast District, thence west 40 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres more or less. Dated December 80th, 1910. feb 25 GLADYS DARLING BECK. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Bertram Andrew, of Viotoria, B.C., occupation Surveyor, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the south-east corner situate at the southwest corner of Lot 343, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 40 chains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated December 30th, 1910. feb 26 BERTRAM ANDREW. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Geo. W. Clinton, of Cumberland, B.C., occupation Paymaster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-east corner about one mile distant, and in a westerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 3*3, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated December 30th, 1910. feb 26 GEO. W. CLINTON. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Geo. K. Mac- naughton, of Cumberland, B.C., occupation M. D., Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-east corner situate, at the south-west corner of Lot S45, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 40 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated December 30th, 1910. feb 25 GEO. K. MACNAUGHTON. VICTORIA LAND DI&TRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, James A. Mitchell, of Victoria, B.C., occupation gentleman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the north-east corner situate at the southwest corner of Lot 343, Range 3, Coast District, thence west,80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated December 29th, 1910. feb 26 JAMES A. MITCHELL. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, A. E. Planta, of Nanaimo, B.C., occupation Real Estate Agent, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands Commencing at a post planted at the south-east corner about one mile distant, and in a westerly direction from the south-west corner of Lot 343, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains: thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated December 30th, 1910. feb 26 A. E. PLANTA. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Isabell McPhee, of Courtenay, .occupation Married Woman, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the north-west corner situate at the southwest corner of Lot 345, Range 3, Coast District, thence east 80 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated December 29th, 1910. feb 25 ISABELL MCPHEE. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Henry James Barber, of Chilliwack, B.C., occupation Druggist, intends to apply for permission to purchase the follo'wing described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-east corner about two miles distant, and in a northerly direction from Forks of Chilcotin and Alcatcho Trails from Bella Coola and on Bella Coola-Alcatcho winter Trail, Range 3, Coast District, thence west 80 chains', thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated December 28th, 1910. feb 25 HENRY JAMES BARBER. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Joseph McPhee, of Courtenay, occupation Merchant, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the north-east corner situate at the northwest corner of Lot 342, Range 3, CoaSt District, thence west 40 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated December 29th, 1910. feb 25 JOSEPH McPHEE. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Sooke. TAKE notice that sixty days after date, I, Albert Edward Todd, of Victoria, Intend to apply for a lease of the Whole of Sooke Spit, at the entrance to Sooke Harbour, for the purpose of removing sand and gravel therefrom. Dated 20th March, 1911, mar 25 ALBERT EDWARD TODD. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Robert Hornal of Cumberland, B.C., occupation Liverl man, Intends to apply for permission purchase the following described landl —Commencing at a post planted at tit south-east corner about two Vniles dil tant, and in a northerly direction frol Forks of Chilcotin and Aicatcho Trail from Bella Coola, and on Bella Cool and Alcatcho Winter Trail, Range Coast District, thence north 40 chainl thence west 80 chains; thence south I chains; thence east 80 chains to poll of commencement, and containing 3| acres more or less. Dated December 28th, 1910. feb 26 ROBERT HORNALL.I VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Alfred Parkl Stokes, of London, England, occupatil Gentleman, Intends to apply for permi sion to purchase the following describl lands:—Commencing at a post plant! at the south-east corner about one mf distant and in a northerly direction fro] north-west corner of Lot 361, Range! Coast District, thence north 80 ohalrf thence west 80 chains; thence south 1 chains; thence east 80 chains to poll of commencement, containing 640 acq more or less. Dated January 10th, 1911. feb 25 ALFRED PARKER STOKE VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Algernon • Pease, of Victoria, B.C., occupation FA mer, intends to apply for permissil to purchase the following describl lands:-r-Commencing at a post planted f the south-west corner about one nJ distant, and in a northerly directiL from the north-west corner of Lot 3| Range 3, Coast District, thence notf 80 chains; thenci east 80 chains; therL south 80 chains; thence west 80 chall to point of commencement, and contal ing 640 acres more or less. Dated January 10th, 1911. _ feb 26 ALGERNON H. PEASE| VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Alfred C. ... son, of Nanaimo, B.C., occupation Fll ist, Intends to apply for permission I purchase the following described lan| —Commencing at a post planted at south-west corner about eight miles <_. tant, and in a westerly direction frl Salmon River and on Bella Coola-Anahl Lake, Summer Trail, Range 3, Coast if trict, thence north 80 chains; thel east 80 chains; thence south 80 chaii thence west 80 chains to point of ca mencement and containing 640 acq more or less. Dated January 4th, 1911. feb 25 ALFRED C. WILSOl- VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, Robert HamlltL of Victoria, B.C., occupation Veterlnl Surgeon, intends to apply for permissl to purchase the following descrl! lands:—Commencing at a post planted; the north-east corner about one n west and one mile south from the sou west corner of Lot 343, Range 3, CoL District, fhence south 80 chains, thel west 80 chains; thence north 80 chaii thence east 80 chains to point of cJ mencement and containing 640 ac] more or less. Dated January 4th, 1911. feb 25 ROBERT HAMILTJ VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast , • TAKE notice that I, Arch. B. Lamlj ton, of Vaicouver, B.C., occupation 15 tauranteur, intends to apply for perm sion to purchase the following descril lands:—Commencing at a post planl at the north-west corner about sef miles distant and in a westerly direct! from Salmon River on Bella Coola-Ai ham Lake, Summer Trail, Range 3, Col District, thence south 80 chains; thel east 80 chains; thence north 80 chai thence west 80 chains to point of c| mencement and containing 640 acl more or less. " Dated Jan. 4th, 1911. feb 25 ARCH. B. LAMBERTOl- VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, George Rani Ashwell, of Chilliwack, B.C., occupal Merchant, intends to apply for pert! sion to purchase the following descrl lands:—Commencing at a post plantei the north-east corner situate at fool precipice on Bella Coola-Anaham ll Trail on north side of Hotnarko Ril Range 3, Coast District, thenoe wesl chains, thence south 80 chains; tha east 80 chains; thence north 80 chil to point of commencement and contl lng 640 acres, more or less. Dated December 26th, 1910. ■ _ _ _.. GEORGE RANDALL ASHWEl feb 25 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT __,.„__, District of Coast TAKE notice that I, John Henry _n well, of Chilliwack, B.C., occupal Gentleman, intends to apply for perri sion to purchase the following descril lands:—Commencing at a post planteif the north-west corner situate at foot! precipice on Bella Coola-Anaham L| Trail on north side of Hotna>-ko Ril Range 3, Coast District, thence east! chains; thence south 80 chains- the west 80 chains; thence north 80 cha , von} of commencement ana contl ing 640 acres, more or less. - Dated December 26th, 1910, feb 26 JOHN HENRY ASHWEl VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT - District of Coast TAKE notice that I, John Hale Sid Sweet, of Victoria, B.C., occupafl Clergyman, Intends to apply for perri sion to purchase the following descril lands:—Commencing at a post plantecf the north-west corner and about I miles distant in a westerly directl from Salmon River on Bella Coola-Al ham Lake, Summer, Trall, Range I Coast District, thence south 80 chai thence east 80 chains; thence northl chains; thence west 80 chains to pc| of commencement and containing acres, more or less. Dated January 4th, 1911. M _ JOHN HALE SWEET SWEET feb 26 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE notice that I, John R. Borl wick, of Vancouver, B.C., occupat| Broker, intends to apply for permissl to purchase the following descril lands:—Commencing at a post plantecl the south-west and about six miles cl tant and In a westerly direction fq Salmon River on Bella Coola-Anah Lake, Summer Trail, Range 3, Coast ] trict, thence north 80 chains; thel east 80 chains; thence south 80 chall thence west 80 chains to point of ccf mencement and containing 640 acl more or less. Dated January 4 th, 1911. feb 25 JOHN R. BORTHWICK — — THE WEEK, SATUKDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 m BUILDING PERMITS March 24 to March 30 March 24— J. W. Gidley—Russell St—Dwelling ..'." $ 2,950 A. J. Mortimer—Sarnsew St.—Dwelling 3,000 Mrs. L. Hole—Burnside Rd—Dwelling 1,800 Thos. King—Connaught St.—Dwelling 1,500 March 25— J .Greenwood—Washington—Garage 100 Mrs. L. R. Thompson—Grant St.—Store Room 100 March 27— W. W. Moore—Camosun St.—Garage 100 .. Gee Pack—Chatham St.—Laundry ■ 3,200 J. S. Redding—McPherson St.—Dwelling 1,800 A. P. Moffat—Fort St.—Dwelling .' 3,350 Popham Bros., Ltd.—Russell St.—Bakery 20,000 Thos. Perkins—Alma Place—Dwelling 2,200 March 28— E. G. Prior—St. Charles St.—Dwelling 1,700 March 29— Lon Jon—North Park—Stable 400 Frank H. Fisher—Blackwood St.—Dwelling !-95o Geo. McCann—Fort St.—Alterations 2,500 March. 30— W. Dunford & Son—Cornwall St.—2 Dwellings 3,000 Henry Ball—Queen's Ave—Dwelling 2,600 A. Craig—Princess Ave.—Dwelling 1,600 A. J. Bechtel—Rockland Ave.—Dwelling 12,000 REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Messrs. Johnson & Clark, a real estate firm, which has just amalgamated with the firm of Messrs. William Monteith & Company, is responsible for the following sales: Two pieces of property with frontages on Blanchard street, a lot on Chatham street, two lots on Edmonton road, one lot on First Street, a waterfront lot at the Willows beach, a bungalow on Amphiori street, three lots in the Fairfield estate, two lots in the Parkdale subdivision, and a lot on Victor street! Messrs. Swinerton and Musgrave have sold the corner lot .on Belleville and Oswego streets, and some seventy acres in the Westwood Farm subdivision the latter at an aggregate price of $25,000. A lot on Douglas street measuring 60x60 feet, next the Commercial Hotel and nearly opposite the City Hall has been sold for $40,000. A lot on Yates street next the stable owner by Mr. Stephen Jones, measuring 60x120 feet, has been put through the market for $36,000. Both these deals were negotiated by Mr. R. W.Clarke. Capt. Mcintosh, real estate agent, is responsible for the following sales: One house on Denman street, $5,350; two lots on j Speed street; five lots in the Fairfield Estate, $6,250; half an acre on Carroll street, $1,500; lot on Cook street, $2,000; five lots on Shelbourne street, $2,100; half acre on Graham street, $1,000; one acre Dublin street; two lots Fairfield road, $3,500, and half an acre I on Alder street, $1,100. Among the latest real estate transfers reported are: a lot on I the northwest corner of Fort and Vancouver street for $19,000; la lot, measuring 60x120 feet, on Herald west of Douglas street for $15,000 and the residence of Captain Gaudin on the Craigflower lroad for a figure in the neighbourhood of $9,000. All the subdivisions now on the market are selling well, a feature of the present [activity of the faith of small investors in the future of the city and vicinity. CONSIDER PROPOSITION TO PURCHASE At a meeting of the directors of the Nootka Marble Quarries, I Limited, a proposition from the Earth Trusts, Limited, was considered for lease of the marble properties, for three years at a rental [of $500 per month, with option to purchase for $163,000, payable I$50,000 within three days of election to purchase, and the balance in Ithree equal annual instalments with interest at 5 per cent, until [paid. An extraordinary general meeting of the company is set for, [April 6 to take this and other matters into consideration. The [extensive holdings of the Marble Company are well known, and [many enquiries have been made during the last few months as to Itheir price. This is just one more indication that the eye of the Iinvestor is being turned to British Columbia. BRITISH COLUMBIA'S CHEERFUL OUTLOOK FOR CURRENT YEAR The Canadian Mining Journal says nearly every mineral producing province had a record year and adds, "It is hardly necessary Ito state that the outlook for the current year is even more cheerful. JBritish Columbia's smelters, mines, and collieries are in better condition than ever. Her smelters are being enlarged, and there is [good reason to believe that large iron and steel industries will soon Ibe established on the Pacific coast. Few countries possess such a ■superabundance of iron ore, fuel, and flux on or near tide-water. ■All the essentials are there except the initiative of the organizer." OPPORTUNITY For Another Apartment House in Victoria We have the finest site in the city, overlooking the Ennress Hotel, Parliament Buildings and Harbour, 3 minutes' walk from Pos-t Office, Churches, and Park; size 105x118 feet. Property immediately across the street sold for $335 per front foot. OUR PRI6E IS $20000 PER FRONT F©OT REVENUE-PRODUCING NOW J. E. SMART & CO., 405-6 Pemberton Block LOCAL AGENTS .CALIFORNIA INSURANCE CO. Tel. 1500 P. O. Box 848 Fegan & Co. STOCKS, BONDS, REAL ESTATE & INSURANCE Mahon Bldg., Government St. VICTORIA, B. C. $1.00 and Up Hotel European Rainier-Grand SEATTLE Chas. Perry, Mgr. The Best of Everything in the Heart of the City 135 Rooms With Bath 50 Sample Rooms Filing Cabinets & Transfer Cases Before purchasing see OUR stock first Baxter & Johnson Co., Ltd. 721 Yates St. Phone 730 Exclusive Sale Lot 17, West Side of Admiral's Road, 60 x 120 Feet. For particulars apply to ERNEST BRAMMER Tel. 2095 Office: 103 Pemberton Block 3 SPECIALS ESQUIMALT—2 lots, 60x120 each, with 5-roomed bungalow in good condition. Splendid view of the Sea. Price $4,000 YATES STREET—Corner lot, 60x120, revenue producing. Price $20,000 HUMBOLDT STREET—Lot 56x120, fronting on two streets, close in. Price $3,000 GILLESPIE & HART Fire, Accident, Automobile and Employers' Liability Insurance. 1115 LANGLEY STREET VICTORIA, B.C. Business For Sale FRUIT, CANDY AND TOBACCO f As a Going Concern Also can lease Restaurant and Rooms—Everything New- for two years. DAY & BOGGS Sole Agents 620 FORT STREET ESTABLISHED i| OPEN SATURDAY EVENINGS 8 TO 10 Saanich Acreage FINE RUIT LANDS, 28 ACRES ALL UNDER CULTIVATION; about y2 mile from UNION BAY; i# miles from SIDNEY. Large frontage on UNION CROSS ROAD. This will sub-divide well into 2\_- and 5-ACRE BLOCKS. THE B. C. ELECTRIC RY. has acquired a right-of-way through it, and a STATION will be placed close by. For a quick sale en bloc $500 PER ACRE—or will sub-divide to suit purchasers at a price to be agreed upon. For sale exclusively by Bagshawe & Co. REAL ESTATE AND GENERAL BROKERS Telephone 3371 Rooms 10 and 11 Green Block m6 Broad Street _ --■■ - .*..* i ■■ .,. .* :—; 1 THE WEEK, SATUKDAY, APEIL 1, 1911 FORT STREET ARBITRATION The arbitration proceedings between the city and the owners of the Balmoral Hotel, a portion of which premises will be taken for street widening purposes on Fort street, has been concluded after the hearing of a considerable quantity of evidence. The award is expected in a few days. The owners put in a claim for compensation amounting to $29,783 while the city offered $13,594. The arbitrators were Mr. P. R. Brown for the city, Mr. J. J. Shall- . cross for the-owners, and Mr. R. S. Day, referee. Mr. E. V. Bodwell, K.C., appeared for the owners and City Solicitor McDiarmid for the city. But one more arbitration is needed,to complete the settlement , of claims made by Fort street owners under the street widening scheme. The claim of Dr. O. M. Jones will now be proceeded with. BELL 'PHONE BONDS TO BE ISSUED SOON As announced in The Montreal Star the other day, $1,250,000 additional bonds of the Bell Telephone Company of Canada will shortly be issued jointly by the Royal Securities Corporation, Limited, in Canada, and Higginson & Co. in London, England. The proceeds from the bonds will be used for the extension of the Telephone Company's plant generally. The present outstanding bonds are listed on the Montreal Stock Exchange. BANK ACT REVISION MAY BE DELAYED Whether the new Banking Act will be proceeded with this session, or left over until next year and the charters extended pro forma for twelve months, is an open question. It depends considerably upon the reciprocity debate. If the discussion on this subject is long continued, as there is every indication, the work of revision is likely to go over. Representatives of Bankers' Association saw Hon. Mr. Fields ing regarding the matter last night, but learned nothing definite. It is understood also that representations have been made by the association in regard to the name La Banque du Canada, which will come up in the House on Tuesday. TO ERECT SMELTER AT GOOSE BAY 0. B. Smith, Jr., superintendent of the.Granby Consolidated Co., arrived in Vancouver recently on a trip to the Hidden creek copper-gold claims on Observatory Inlet, Portland canal group, which is under bond to his concern for $400,000 and on which a large cash payment is due in June. He says that Boyle Bros, of Spokane have had a force of 20 men with three diamond drills at work in cross-cutting and drifting through the winter vw-h satisfactory showings. The Granby company will have a report on the property by an independent expert before closing the deal, but if the purchase is made low grade ore from the mine will be treated at a smelter to be erected at Goose Bay. POPULATION NOW RAPIDLY GROWING Thirty-five thousand is the number by which the population of western Canada has been increased by immigration since January 1, 1911. This indicates the tune to which settlers have been pouring into western Canada from all parts of the globe, according to James Walker, superintendent of immigration, during the past few weeks for it is only recently that the influx began to assume such large proportions. March 21 constituted probably the biggest day this season over 1,000 arriving in the city from the east and south and bound for western Canada. But even this figure will be outstripped during the next few weeks, when the thousands now embarking in England and on the continent arrive here. BOTH OPPOSE RECIPROCITY Two well-known provincial politicians have recently expressed their views with regard to reciprocity, and both condemn it severely. The first was JV- E. Scott, Deputy Minister of Agriculture, who in an interview at Nelson, reported in the Daily News, said: "I am very hotly opposed to the reciprocity agreement and consider that if it becomes law it will work a very great hardship on the fruitgrowers of British Columbia. I do not propose to deal in extenso with the subject here, but it would simply work out in this manner: The cost of production in Washington and Oregon from figures obtained from the large fruit growing centres is 45 cents per box. The cost of labour and of all material, including implements used in production in this province is fully 50 per cent higher than on the Southern side of the international boundary line, consequently it costs us in British Columbia 60 cents a box to produce our fruit. Remove the duty of 13 cents a box and with freight rates about equal as they are, it means that the Washington and Oregon producer could sell fruit in Winnipeg, f.o.b. ranch, at 50 cents and put five cents per box in his pocket, whereas the British Columbia •grower, in order to compete 'with the pomologist on the American side, would have to dig down and take ten cents out of his pocket in order to sell in the prairie capital. But everything points to the fact that the agreement will not go through, and I sincerely hope it will not." Humboldt Street j4-acre immediately in the rear of the Empress Hotel. This is the best bargain in City property today. Esquimalt June Street—4 lots and cottage on this street. Very cheap for quick sale. I have several good houses in all parts of the city. If you are looking for a nice Home or Home Site came and see us. ARTHUR COLES Fire, Marine, Accident and Employers Liability Insurance Real Estate and Financial Agents 1205 Broad Street P.O. Box 167 Tel. 65 Next to Colonist Office W. D'O. Rochfort ARCHITECT Suite 407 Pemberton Block Plans and Specifications on Application Business Phone 1804 Residence Phone F1693 44 » Dunford Bungalows Our Bungalows are Homes not Houses WE DESIGN AS WELL AS BUILD We build on your own terms ' R. D. Maclachlan BOARD OF TRADE BUILDING Phone 2106 Subject to Confirmation WILL SELL 15,000 Amal. Dev $ 60 Am. Telegraphone.. B0 Capital Furniture.. 100 Kootenay Gold ... 6,000 Maricopa Oil 100 Michigan Pac. Lbr. 15 National Finance. 166.00 100 United Wireless.. 2.26 100 Western Oil Pros. (Sooke) . . . WILL BUY 45,000 Amalg. Devel $ .10% 1.90 Bid 1.00 .11 12.00 .90 06 Mortgages For Sale We have on hand a number of first class first mortgages on choice Residential Properties * in the cities of Victoria and Vancouver in sums ranging from 1,000 to 4,000, at rates varying from 7 to 8 per cent, interest, payable quarterly, that we can let investors have. Pemberton & Son Pemberton Block Victoria, B.C. We desire to announce that we have opened offices in Rooms 304 and 305 Bailey Building, Handling, Seattle, Wash., handling Stocks, Bonds, Grain and Cotton, strictly on a Commission basis, in the various markets of the world. Mr. Carl L. Miller, who has long been connected with important brokerage firms in the west, will be in charge. We are members of the Chicago Board of Trade. Our Eastern correspondents are S. B. Chapin & Co., and Logan & Bryan, of Chicago and New York, members of all Exchanges. Private leased wire connections enable quick dispatch in handling all business intrusted to us for execution. Having carried on a successful brokerage business in Victoria, B.C., for the past 10 years, we refer you to any bank, firm or individual of that city as to our standing and integrity. Respectfully, F. W. STEVENSON & CO. Frank W. Stevenson Walter H. Murphey Seattle, March 6, 1911. P. O. Box 618 Phone 2445 Alvo von Alvensleben, Ltd. 636 View Street FINANCIAL AGENTS, REAL ESTATE, TIMBER Members Victoria Stock Brokers' Association, and Vancouver Stock Exchange Stocks Bought and Sold on Commission HEAD OFFICE: VANCOUVER, B.C. Branch Offices: North Vancouver and Victoria, B.C. Foreign Offices: London, Berlin, Paris, St. Petersburg and Vienna. A Qood Investment Hillside Avenue Two Houses on lot 80x120 for $4,800, on terms Paying over 10 per cent interest R, V. Winch & Co., Ltd. 521 Fort Street Victoria, B.C. *: - tn ■ ■jgpfi THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APEIL 1, 1911 The second to state his views was J. H. Schofield, M.P.P., for Ymir, who, at a banquet in his honour at Slocan Junction, said this measure gave actual reciprocity between Canada and the United States in some articles, and theYe were some small reductions in duty on others. British Columbia was not to be parochial, and to take a broad Dominion outlook. Yet how was the sentiment of the Dominion as a whole to be known if the individual sections did not express their opinion in regard to the effect of the treaty on their individual industries? The chief industries of British Columbia were the lumber, fruit, and mining industries. On the two former the general opinion was well known. As a sample of competition in lumber, when receiving bids for the bridge at Creston the other day, the government agent found no bids below $20 for bridge timber. He ascertained, however, that the timber could be bought in Creston for $14.50, and investigation disclosed that this latter was American timber, this price covering freight and agent's commission. As to fruit, he could buy in Trail, if he wished, excellent .American fruit, which, including 13 cents duty, 3 cents freight/ and agent's commission, was worth $1.18. Did these two examples of lumber and fruit look like better prices in consequence of the reciprocity treaty? The agitation that the fruit growers raised had done good, and, like the fly that bit the elephant on the tail, they might make him look around. There was considerable agitation by Liberals, as well as by Conservatives, against the reciprocity measure, and if by any means the treaty could possibly be stopped, they should do it. In respect to fisheries the province would not gain, for the fisheries were in the hands of the Japanese. If the government had been going to benefit British Columbia, why would it not take off the 2 cent duty on zinc ores? They could only hope that the reciprocity measure would be effectively delayed till it was submitted to the people in a referendum, or otherwise. THE FALLING CREDIT OF THE G. T. PACIFIC Windermere pointed out the other day that the recent issue of Grand Trunk Pacific bonds in London was the tenth since the formation of the project in 1903. . In all the road has asked John Bull to buy £16,900,000 worth of securities. There have been three issues of 3 per cent, bonds, guaranteed by the Canadian Government, and the present issue form the seventh of 4 per cents. The dates of all these issues, their amounts and the issue prices, have been as follows:— Three Per Cents Date. Amount Issue Price March, 1905 — — £3,200,000 95 July, 1909 .\ 2,000,000 82^ July, 1910 2,000,000 82^ £7,200,000 1 Four Per Cents. February, 1905 £3,004,000 February, 1907 1,000,000 January, 1908 1,000,000 March, 1908 '. 2,000,000 May, 1909 1,000,000 January, 1910 .' 1,000,000 March, 1911 696,000 99^ 100 94 94^ 90 92^ 92 £9,700,000 Thus the company is now obtaining its capital on considerably less favorable terms than four years ago. The present issue price is the lowest ever obtained for mortgage bonds; the issue placed at 90 per cent, consisted of debenture stock ranking after these. John Bull, no doubt, very wisely figures that reciprocity will do the Grand Trunk Pacific no good. P. BURNS & CO. The Dominion Securities Corporation, Limited, is offering an issue -of bonds on the properties of P. Burns & Company. The well-planned distribution of the properties of this Company ensures two advantages; ist, a ready outlet for the Company's products and a steady business on them, because the demand being scattered through two provinces does not depend on any single or few cities; 2nd, quickly convertible assets, because these properties, numbering close to a hundred different parcels in good locations, could be quickly sold; where property of equal value but in one parcel would undoubtedly wait long for a buyer. Therefore, in considering the 20-year 6 per cent, bonds issued by this Company, it is gratifying to note that the business itself is laid out to ensure steady demand and -steady earnings; also that the ample assets, should occasion ever require, are of the quick variety. In addition to over 19,000 acres of choice farm lands in Alberta, on the lines of railroad, P. Burns & Company own abattoirs, packing plants, wharfs, corrals, warehouses, stables, cold storage plants and 76 retail stores. These properties are distributed in such prosperous towns and cities as Calgary, Edmonton, Wetaskiwin, Lethbridge, Fernie, Kamloops, Revelstoke, Nelson, Vancouver and Victoria. MITCHELL INNES ESQUIMALT—New sub-division on waterfront and kss than one minute's walk from car line. Twenty-nine lots to select from. Ideal position for home sites. Magnificent view. Prices and terms to suit all purchasers. Fullest particulars may be had from the above-named at their offices. P. 0. BOX 1514 Offices 3 & 4 Green 8k., 1216 Broad St. TEL. No. 86a 630 Feet on Douglas Street SEMI-BUSINESS PROPERTY; good location for future developments. Price $60,000 $15,000 cash, balance can be arranged to suit purchaser. MARRIOTT & FELLOWS 619 Trounce Ave. Telephone 645 SUMMERLAND JUST OUTSIDE THE HIGH TAX LIMIT It will take you 10 minutes to see this subdivision. The lots are exceptionally large, are high, dry, level and clear, only two minutes from the Fort St. car. Prices $625 to $675 Terms—One-tenth cash, balance $15.00 per month. Phone 2443 THE B.C. REALTY CO. 623 TROUNCE AVENUE Shaw Real Estate Company 302 Pemberton Block Saanich Farm—97 acres, 15 acres cleared, 100 fruit trees, bearing; six-room house, barn, splendid soil. This is a subdividing property. Price—$10,000.00 Terms—One-third cash. Balance easy at 6 per cent. British American Trust Company, Limited Corner Broad and View Streets FOR SALE—10 Acres, Carey Road, just right for subdivision. This is well located, high ground and good soil; price $9,500; ternis. Adjoining property is held at $1,000 to $1,200 per acre. OAK BAY—400x255 Feet on Burns St.—This will make 16 good lots. BURNSIDE ROAD—63 Feet frontage, with very nice house, seven rooms; $500 cash secures it, balance $400 per year. DominionTrust Company — Limited== Capital and Reserve, $1,460,300 Authorized to act as EXECUTOR TRUSTEE ADMINISTRATOR RECEIVER, ASSIGNEE LIQUIDATOR TRANSFER AGENT AND REGISTRAR Wills appointing the Company Executor drawn at our expense, TEMPORARY OFFICES: 1214 GOVERNMENT STREET m "a THE WEEK, SATURDAY,'APRIL 1, 1911 MINING IN CARIBOO The outlook for hydraulic mining in Cariboo district during l^'coming season is excellent owing to the heavy snowfall of the list winter, according to J. B. Hobson, a veteran mining operator ^ictoria. Mr. Hobson has been engaged in placer mining for Hit a century. His home is in Victoria. He will take charge this ll_iSon of his hydraulic claims o f240 acres at Cresta Blanca, banish Creek, in the Cariboo district. His plant comprises 1200 ret of flume, a pipe line with a head of 200 feet and 4000 feet of •pe*. The locations are said to be unusually rich. They comprise |jd benches adjacent to an ample water supply. Mr. Hobson Itpects to start operations early in July. SMELTER CITY HAS EXCELLENT WORD The Financial Post of Toronto, one of the leading financial lapers of the Dominion of Canada, contains the following brief |nd illuminating reference of the city of Trail: "The financial statement of the city of Trail, B.C., presents lonclusive evidence of a desire to conduct the city's finance in a tiisinesslike way, and reflects credit on the responsible officials. fhe quality of management plays an important part in determin- a city's credit in financial centres and incidentally affects the |Hce of bonds. The outlook for development in this city is favorable. General business, is in good condition. The pay roll of the Consolidated lining and Smelting Co. of Canada, whose head office and main (riant are located here, amounts to upwards of $50,000 per month, jind the C. P. R. disburses approximately $7,000 per month in vages. Further evidence to development is found in the recent rant of $20,000 from the Provincial Government for the erection |jf a new school, to be duplicated by a similar sum from the city. bridge across the Columbia river is in course of construction by lhe Provincial-Government, costing about $100,000, which, when completed, will open up a new fruit and vegetable district to the tarket district to the market at Trail." NICKEL PLATE MINE The directors of the Hedley Gold Mining Co., at their head jffice in New York March Sth, declared the usual quarterly dividend af 3 per cent, and an extra dividend of 2 per cent, on the under- Standing stock of the company payable on March 31st. The books closed March 16th at 3 p.m. and will remain closed until April ist at 10 a.m. When the extra dividend of 2 per cent, was paid at the end of [December last it was thought that this extra bon bon was given Iduring the Christmas period as a sort of holiday gift to stock- Iholders,, but its repetition now, three months later, puts a different Race on the matter and indicates very clearly that this is the gait Ithey have struck under present operating conditions and the present Icondition of the mine. Five per cent.'quarterly is certainly hitting it off to a lively tune Ithat must appear catchy and attractive to the fortunate stockholder and he concerns which are paying 20 per cent, today are I few and far between. The new plant is now in operation and while a few weeks may J.be required for adjustment in order to get their full duty, there is Iho doubt that the effects in the way of securing a material saving I in extraction are already apparent and accounts for the increased' I dividend. When the water is sufficient to enable them to dispense with the steam auxiliary plant the profits will be still greater. MINING BOOM PREDICTED ON GRAND TRUNK PACIFIC It was learned at fhe Grand Trunk Pacific offices on March 24 that reports have been received from prospectors that vast quantities of rich minerals have been discovered along the main line of the railway which runs through the Yellowhead Pass on the western slope of the Rocky mountains. Silver, iron and copper have been found about 50 miles beyond Tete Jaune Cache, and it ' may be expected that great mining developments will take place in this district. ORE FOR SHIPMENT AT AINSWORTH MINES A large car of silver-lead ore is now ready at the Maestro mine at Ainsworth. There will have to be considerable repairing done on the road before this ore can be moved to the wharf for shipment. It is reported that orders have been given for culverts to be placed in several places, and much repairing all along the road, to be completed soon as possible. The Maestro mine is owned by H. Giegerich of Kaslo and is being leased by Grant Brothers. This car will make a total amount of about 150 tons already shipped this winter. The lessees say that the mine is looking just as good as ever and that a number of shipments will be made this summer. Word has just been received from No. 1 mine that a car will be ready for shipment just as soon as the road is in shape to haul it down. The No. 1 ore runs high in silver and is chiefly carbonates. ""■'■'' "">> • Office Phone 1092 Res. Phone 1372 ARE YOU INTERESTED IN NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA LANDS? I have control of the following blocks: 20,000 acres Babine Lake (Babine) 30,000 acres Fulton River (Fulton) 40,000 acres Kitwancool (Kitwancool) 90,000 acres Nation Lakes (Nation) 80,000 acres Omineca 40,000 acres Peace River 12,500 acres .Cariboo 80,000 acres Naas and Tributary Valleys Pohert Wm C\__r\c LateBond&Clark iVJUCrl Will. WlCtrK ROOM 8, MAHON BLOCK Ton Can Keep Posted oa aU Development! In the Peace Bi-rer, the Cariboo Fort George Country, Beading- onr PBEE monthly B. C. Bulletin of Information which gives all the news Impartially, clipped from the leading dallies, weeklies and magazines; articles bearing on British Columbia, covering Farm Lands, Fruit, Lumbering, Mining, Fishing, New Railways; also synopsis of Land, Lumber, Mining, Immigration and othel laws. we abb jonrr owbebs abb SOLE AQEBTS OP _____ POBT OEOBOB TOWBSXTE * at the junction of 1100 miles of navigable waterways, the strategic point for the building of the second largest city of British Columbia, having more varied and important natural advantages than Spokane, Seven railroads building and projected. One hundred million dollars (estimated) will be spent in next flve years in railroad building radiating from Fort Oeorge. Millions of agricultural acres waiting for farmers. Coal, timber lands, water power and rich gold mining country all tributary to Fort George. Write us today. We don't ask you to buy; just get posted—then do what you think ls wise. Natural Resources Securities Co., Ltd, 693 Bower Bldg., Yaacouver, B.C. 643 POBT ST.. - • TIOTOBIA, B.C. Saanich Arm, 121 acres with _ mile water frontage, only 93,500 Water Frontage on Cordova Bay, 24 acres. Price 98,000 Gordon Read, 5 acres with 5- room cottage 94,500 Gordon Kead, 15 acres facing Gordon Head Road, 7-room house 917,500 Gordon Bead, 5 acres all in orchard, 5-room house 97,600 Summer Resort, Cordova Bay, 2 fine large lots with 4-room cottage; very easy terms. We would like property. a list of your Dougall & McMorran Customs Brokers and Real Estate Boom 4, Mahon Block Phone 1909. 1113 Government St. Thomas Hooper Architect Royal Bank Chambers, Victoria, B. C. 522 Winch Building, Vancouver, B. C. Bevan, Gore & Eliot LIMITED STOCK AND BOND BROKERS Members Vancouver, Victoria and Spokane Stock Exchanges All active stocks bought and sold on commission All active stocks carried on margin All active stocks sold for "FUTURE DELIVERY" If you want to invest in mining or industrial stocks see us about it Agreements of sale purchased. Money to loan. Vancouver Island Agents for "The British Empire Agency, Ltd." 11 Haymarket, London, England. 1122 GOVERNMENT STREET Phones 2470 and 2471 VICTORIA, B.C. "'Mount Edwards" Coutts-way and Vancouver Street MODERN AND LUXURIOUS APARTMENT HOUSE In favorite residential district within one minute of Fort. Street car and eight minutes' walk of Post Office and Theatre. Heated throughout with Hot Water; Electric Light, Hot and Cold Water and all Up-to-date Conveniences OPENS MARCH 1ST Suites may now be rented at moderate rates. Domestic help for all tenants can be obtained on the premises on ■ economic terms. For full particulars ap^ly THE MANAGER, A. Williams & Co. LIMITED 704 YATES STREET PHONE 1386 WHARF STREET—Valuable business block, near the G. T. P. wharf $17,000 REAL SNAP—Paying fy_ per cent, 5 cottages, in excellent order with 3 lots monthly rental of $85; this property is close to the new park on Pandora street; price $10,000 Third cash. 424—BUSINESS CORNER—Belleville and Oswego streets; 60x120; fine site for warehouse; close to C. P. R. docks..$10,000 430 FERNWOOD ROAD—6-room Bungalow, all modern conveniences; lot 110 feet frontage x 100; this is a very desirable home, very good terms arranged, only $4,250 206—6 ACRES, cleared, all good soil, young orchard, new 3-room cottage, snap, only $2,500 Terms—$500 cash, balance easy. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed Tenders, superscribed "Tender for Otter Point School," will be received by the Honourable the Minister of Public Works, up to noon of Wednesday, the 29th day of March, 1911, for the erection and completion of a small one-room school building at Otter Point in Esquimalt Electoral District. Plans, Specifications, Contract, and Forms of Tender may be seen on and after the Sth day of March, 1911, at the offices of M. Emerson, Esq., Otter Point, Secretary to the School Board, and the Department of Public Works, Victoria. Each proposal must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certificate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the Honourable the Minister of Public Works, for the sum of $126, which shall be forfeited if the party tendering decline to enter into contract when called upon to- do so, or if he fail to complete the work contracted for. The cheques or certificates of deposit of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them upon. the execution of the contract. Tenders will not be considered unless, made out on the forms supplied, signed with the actual signature of the tenderer, and enclosed in the envelopes furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Public Works Engineer, Department of Public Works, Victoria, B.C., lst March, 1911. mar 4 ■*-.-• THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 ii OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Sophus - Alfons Echrophla Hansen, of Alameda, Cal., occupation Carpenter, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Lot 384, and marked S. A. E. H.'s S. "W. Cor.; thence east 40 chains; north SO chains; west 40 chains; south 80 -chains to point of commencement, containing 320 acres, more or less. I Dated Jan. 3, 1911. Sophus Alfons Echrophla Hansen. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Thomas Ward Kirkpatrick, of Dawson, Y.T., occupation Miner, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—(lommencing at a post planted about 5 miles north from Capoos' on the winter trail, and marked T. W. K.'s N.W. cor.; thence south 80 chains; east 80 chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 3, 1911. THOMAS WARD KIRKPATRICK. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Clinton Greene Epperson, of Oakland, Cal., occupation Book-keeper, intends to apply for permission to' purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted on Capoos' winter trail on the east 'side of Salmon River, about 4 miles north from the crossing, and marked C. G. E.'s N. E. cor.; thence west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 8, 1911. CLINTON GREENE EPPERSON, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Ira Russell Hutchinson, of San Francisco, Cal., occupation Mechanical Engineer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about four miles north of Indian Capoos', on the east side of Salmon River, on winter trail, and marked I. R. H.'s N. E. Corner; thence south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 180 chains; east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 3, 1911. VIRA RUSSELL HUTCHINSON. ImarlS Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Charles Herbert firker, of Grass Valley ,Cal., occupa- m Broker, intends to apply for per- ission to purchase the following de- ribed lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 3 miles in a northerly direction from the Abuntlep Crossing on Salmon River on Bella Coola trail, and marked G H. B.'s S. E. Cor.; thence west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of {commencement, containing 640 acres, nore or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. CHARLES HERBERT BARKER, nar 18 * Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that David Chisholm lay, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation -•hotegrapher, intends to apply for per- nlssion to purchase the following de- icribed lands:—Commencing at a post ilanted about 3 miles in a northerly di- ■ection from the Abuntlep crossing on he Salmon River on Bella Coola trail md marked D. C. H.'s N. E. Cor.; thence I touth 80 chains; west 80 chains; north I 0 chains; east 80 chains to point of! ommencement, containing 640 acres, I nore or less. I Dated Jan. 2, 1911. DAVID CHISHOLM HAY. par 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Ursola Louderback, of Alameda, Cal., occupation Widow, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 3 miles in a northerly direction from the Abuntlep crossing on the Salmon River, on Bella Coola winter trail, and marked J. L.'s S. W. Cor.; thence north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. URSOLA LOUDERBACK, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. dMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Ida May Van Stan, of Alameda, Cal., occupation Widow, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 5 miles in a northerly direction from the Abuntlep crossing on the Salmon River on Bella Coola winter trail, thence east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, .containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. IDA MAY VAN STAN, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Charles Howells Willis, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Salesman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted on Capoos' winter road, at the northeast corner of Lot 384, and marked C. H. W.'s S. E. corner; thenee west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated Jan. 3, 1911. CHARLES HOWELLS WILLIS, mar 18 • Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Herman Bernard Nlelson, of Vancouver, occupation Photographer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 5 miles in a northerly direction from the Abuntlep crossing on the Salmon River on Bella Coola trail, and marked H. B. N.'s S. W. Cor.; thenee north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. ' Dated Jan. 2, 1911. HERMAN BERNARD NIELSON. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Norman Viekery, of Vancouver, occupation Engineer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Lot 318, and marked N. V. N. E. Cor.; thence west 40 chains; south 80 chains; east 40 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 320 acres, more or Dated Jan. 2nd, 1911. NORMAN VICKERY. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that John Drysdale Tiller, of Vancouver, occupation Miner, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted on Capoos' winter trail, about 9 miles northerly from the Abuntlep crossing and marked J. D. T.'s S. E. Cdr.; thence west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chatns to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 30th, 1910. JOHN DRYSDALE TILLER, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that James Boker Clark of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Engineer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the northeast eorner of Lot 317, and marked J. B. C.'s S. E. Cor.; thehce north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 30, 1910. JAMES BOKER CLARK, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 J TAKE notice that Alexander George lutherland, of Vancouver, B.C., occupa- lon Miner, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following de- bribed lands:—Commencing at a post. Ilanted about 6 miles south of Alcatcha' the Bella Coola winter trail, and larked A. G. S.'s N. W. cor.; thence |ist 80 chains; south 80 ehains; west chains; north SO chains to point of limmencement, containing 640 acres, lore or less. [Dated Jan. 4th, 1911. Alexander Ueorge Sutherland. lar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 ITAKE notice that Beatrice Neilson, of ancouver, E.G, occupation Married roman, intends to apply for permission i purchase the following described nds:—Commencing at a post planted lout 3 mlles east of a point of Salon River, about 14 mlles ln a north- ly direction from the Abuntlep cross- g, and marked B. N.'s S. W. Cor.; lience north SO chains, east 80 chains; (uth 80 chains; west 80 chains to point commencement, containing 640 acres lore or less. IDated Jan. 3, 1911. BEATRICE NIELSON. |ar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Frank Kessler, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Logger, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 2 miles north of the northeast corner of Lot 317, and marked F. K.'s N. W. cor; thence south 80 chains; east 80 chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated December 30th, 1910. FRANK KESSLER. maris Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that James Treve, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Plumber, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of Lot 3S7, and marked J. T.'s S. E. cor.; thence north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south SO chains; east SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dee. 28th, 1910. JAMES TREVE. maris Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Hugh Strahan Jones, of Vancouver, occupation Plumber, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted about two miles north of Capoos' on the winter trail, and marked H. S. T.'s S. E. corner; thence north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated Jan. 3, 1911. HUGH STRAHAN JONES, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Arthur Chris Thode of San Francisco, occupation Electrician, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Lot 318 and marked A. G T.'s N. W. Cor.; thepce south 80 chains; east 80 chains; north 80 ohains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. ARTHUR CHRIS THODE. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICB that I, Edward Parsons, of Victoria, B.C., Agent, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—-Commencing at a post planted 80 chains, more or less, south from John F. Mason's southeast corner; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 25, 1910. EDWARD PARSONS, feb 11 A K. Stuart, Agent VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 3 TAKE NOTICB that I, Fred. W. Jubb, of Victoria, B.C., Clerk, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted 80 chains south of John F. Mason's southeast corner; thencs out •,. chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commeneement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 25, 1910. FRED W. JUBB. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Selby A. Codd, of Victoria, B.C., Clerk, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at Edward Parsons' southeast corner post; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 25, 1910. SELBY A. CODD. feb 11 A K. Stuart, Agent. CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing by reason of the notice published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 27th December, 1907, over Lot 2361, Group 1, New Westminster District, situated within the boundaries of Lot 1377, Group 1, New Westminster District, held under Timber Lease by the British Columbia Sulphite Fibre Company, Limited, will be cancelled three months after date of this notice ln order that a sale of the said Lot 2351, may be made to the said Company. ROBT. A. RENWICK, - Deputy Commissioner of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. G, 9th February, 1911. feb 11 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE NOTICB that Katie Gibson, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Spinster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about SS chains northerly of tne S. B. corner of Lol Sil. situated >n the Beautiful or Nemlah Valley, thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains east; thence 80 chalna south; thence 80 chains west to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November Uth, 1910/ jan 14 KATIE GIBSON. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range t TAKE NOTICE that I, Gideon Hicks, of Victoria, B.C., Merchant, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at William G Browne's southwest corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains, to point of commencement, containing 64*9 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. GIDEON HICKS, feb 11 A K. Stuart, Agent. _____>_. 9 &m NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Court House, Grand Forks Sealed Tenders, superscribed "Tender for Grand Forks Court-house," will be received by the Honourable the Minister of Public Worka up to noon of Monday, the 3rd day of April, 1911,' for She erection and completion of a new Courthouse at Grand Forks, B.C. Plans, specifications, contract, and forms of tender may be seen on and' after the 13th day of March, 1911, at the o % ces' of the Government Agenta at Grand Forks and Nelson, and at the office of Department of Public Worka, Victoria. Ea___r proposal must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certlflcate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the Honourable the Minister of Public Worka, for the sum of $2,000, wnlch shall be forfeited if the party tendering decline to enter Into contract when called upon to do so, or if he fall to complete the work contracted for. The cheques o>* certificates of deposit of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contract. The successful tenderer shall furnish a bond of a guarantee company satisfactory ot the Minister of Public Works, in the sum of $5,000 for the due fulfilment of the contract. Tenders will not be considered unless '. made out on the forms supplied, signed with the actual signature of the tenderer, and enclosed in the envelopes furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. G GAMBLE, Public Works Engineer. Department of Public Works, Victoria, B.C., March 8th, 1911. mar 11 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of.Coast, Range 8 TAKE NOTICE»that I, James L. Arm- son, of Victoria, B.C., Gentleman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at William G Browne's southeast corner; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 84 chains; thencs north '80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated November 23, 1910. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, James L. Armson, of Victoria, B.C., Gentleman, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at William G Browne's southeast corner; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. JAMES L. ARMSON. feb 11 . A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Maurice M. Meredith, of Victoria; B.C., Gentleman, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at Edward Parsons' southeast corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated November 25, 1910. MAURICE M. MEREDITH, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT (District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Dorcas James lencer, of Alameda, Cal., occupation idow, Intends to apply for permission purchase the following described nds:—Commencing at a post planted out three miles in a northerly direc- m from the Abuntlep crossing on the imon River on Bella Coola winter ail, thence east 80 chains; south 80 ains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains point of commeneement, containing 0 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. DORCAS JAMES SPENCER. kr 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 ITAKE notice that Bertha Hansen, of ameda, Cal., occupation Married Worn, intends, to apply for permission purchase the following described ids:—Commencing at a post planted out 3 miles in a northerly direction >m the Abuntlep crossing on the Imon River on Bella Coola winter ill and marked B. H.'s S. W. Cor.; 3nce north 80 chatns; east 80 chains; J ith 80 chains; west 80 chains to point commencement, containing 640 acres, ire or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. BERTHA HANSEN. |r 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Charles Burton Inch, of New Brunswick, occupation Teacher, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of Lot 387, and marked G B. l.'s S. W. Cor.; thenee north SO chains; east SO chains; south SO chains; west SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 28th, 1910. CHARLES BURTON INCH, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Peter Shand- ley, of Victoria, B.C., Customs Officer, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at Fred. W. Jubb's southeast corner post; thence east 80 chains: thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 26, 1910. PETER SHANDLEY. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Edward Earl Fry, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Lumberman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands :—Commenclng at a post planted at the northeast corner of Lot 387, and marke.d E. E. F.'s N.W. cor.; thence south 40 chains; east SO chains; north 40 chains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 28th, 1910. EDWARD EARL FRY. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, John P. Hicks, of Victoria, B.C., Clergyman, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencin? at a pdst planted at John G. Brown's southwest corner post; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement; containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 24, 1910. * JOHN P. HICKS, feb 11 A K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Albert E. Christie, of Victoria, B.C., Bank Manager, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted at Maurice M. Meredith's southeast corner post; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 25, 1910. ALBERT E. CHRISTIE, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Harry Catteral, of Victoria, B.C., Foreman, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at Peter Shandley's southwest corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 25, 1910. HARRY CATTERAL. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Richard Coleman, of Victoria, B.C., Estate Agent, Intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted 80 chains south of Albert E. Christie's southeast corner; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acros, more or less. Dated November 26, 1910. RICHARD COLEMAN, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Alfred G Lo- wiek, of Victoria, B.C., Merchant, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted 50 chains, more or less, south of the south shore of Pendozy Lake; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains, more or less, to shore of Pendozy Lake; thence following the shore of Pendozy Lake, in an easterly and southerly direction 80 chains, more or less; thence south 50 chains, more or less, to point of commencement, containing 600 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. ALFRED C. LOVICK. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. . VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Winnifred Codd, of Victoria, B.C., Married Woman, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted at Alfred G Lovlck's southeast corner post; thence north 50 chains, more or less, to the shore of Pendozy Lake; thence following shore of Pendozy Lake ln an easterly direction 80 chains, more or less; thence south 50 chains, more or less; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 300 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. WINNIFRED CODD. feb 11 . A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Arthur Wheel- er, Jr., of Victoria, B.C., Insurance Agent, Intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted about seven chains south of the south bank of the Atna River between Pendozy Lake and Atna Bay. Taylor Lake;* thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thenoe east 80 chains to point of commencement; containing 640 acres more or leaa'. Dated November 23, 1910. ARTHUR WHEELER, JR. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent VlfTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE NOTICE that Frank Mclnnis, of Vancouver, B.G, occupation Mariner, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands;— Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of Lot 338; therice west 80 chains; thence south T8.lt chains to the shore of Eagle Lake; thence following the said shore to the southeast corner of Lot 338; thenca north 84.60 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, mora or less and being Lot 338. Dated November 24th, 1910. Jan 14 FRANK McINNES. VIOTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I. Albert L. Petty, of Victoria, B.C., Insurance Agent intend to apply for permission to pur- chase the flolowlng described lands:— Commencing at Arthur Wheeler, Jr.'s south-east corner post; thence north 80 chains; thence east 70 chains, more or less, to shore of Taylor Lake; thence following the shore of Taylor Lake and the Atna River ln a southerly and westerly direction; thence along the south bank of Atna River in an easterly direction 80 chains; thence south 10 chains, more or less, thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 600 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. ALBERT L. PETTY, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, John G. Brown, of Victoria, B.C., Architect, Intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at Wlnnlfrld Codd's southeast corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thenee west 60 chains, more or less, to the shore of Pendozy Lake; thence follow- lowinging the shore of Pendozy Lake 60 chains, more or less, In a southerly and westerly direction; thence south 40 chains, more or less, to point of commencement, containing 600 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. JOHN G. BROWN, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, John F. Mason, of Victoria, B.C., Commission Agent, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at A. G Lovlck's southeast eorner post; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement; c»n- talnlng 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 24, 1910. JOHN F. MASON, feb 11 A. K, Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, H. Crawford Coates, of Victoria, B.C., Gentleman, Intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at Alfred G Lovlck's southeast corner post; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains: thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 24, 1910. H. CRAWFORD COATES. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, William C, Browne, of Victoria, B.C., Insurance Agent, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands; Commencing at a post planted about 20 chains, more or less, south of Atna Bay. Taylor Lake; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 70 chains, more or less, to the shore of Atna Bay, Taylor Lake; thence following the shore of the Lake In a south erly and westerly direction 60 chains, more or less; tnence south 20 chains, more or less, to point of commeneement, containing 60 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. WILLIAM G BROWNE, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Clement Goss, of Victoria, B.C., Insurance Agent, intend to apply for permission to purchase tho following described lands:— Commencing nt a post planted at Arthur Wheeler, Jr.'s South-east corner post; thence south 80 chains; thenco west 40 chains, more or less, to thc shore of Pendozy Lake; thence following the shore of the Lake in a northerly direction 80 chains, more or less; thence east 10 chains, more or less, to point of commencement, containing 300 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. CLEMENT GOSS. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, William F. Williams, of Victoria, B.C., Merchant, Intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at Arthur Wheeler, Jr.'s southeast corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. WILLIAM F. WILLIAMS, feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that 1, George Ernest Jubb, of Victoria, B.C., Agent, intend to apply for permission to piii-clmse the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at William C. Browne's south-west corner post; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chainB; thonce east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated November 23, 1910. GEORGE ERNEST JUBB. feb 11 A K. Stuart, Agent *^MMpa ia THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 THE ANNUAL REPORT OF THE VICTORIA AND ESQUIMALT NAVY LEAGUE But for the grievous loss of May, 1910, which we shared with the whole British people, the year just passed has been the best and most successful, as it was the busiest, that this -branch has hitherto known. Our numbers this year are greater than they have ever been before. We have extended the influence of ■our branch far beyond our borders, we have kept the Press supplied with material connected with our movement, and we have had many signs that our work has not been wasted. Five years ago we pleaded that Canada ought to contribute. She has contributed. We argued in favour of a Canadian Navy. A part of it is at Esquimalt today. In 1908-9 we pleaded for a dry dock at Esquimalt. It is publicly announced that one is to be built there at once. Of course, we have had our clouds together with our sunshine,' the heaviest of Ithem -after that great National loss to which he have re- . ferred, was caused by the death of the most valued of our Committee men (a former President of the branch), Mr. J. K. Rebbeck, an enthusiast always ready to work, and an authority upon Naval Construction, upon whom his colleagues ' could unhesitatingly rely. Mr. Rebbeck's Memorandum upon the merits of Esquimalt as a site for a dry dock submitted at the League's request to the experts and authorities upon both sides of the Atlantic, will be fresh in the memory of all, and it seems cruel that the man who did so much to promote the building of the dry dock, should not have lived to help in the completion of tne work. To turn again to the happier side of our subject. In the preceding year we added forty-two new members to our branch, and had one hundred and twenty-one fully paid up members on I our books. This year, we have add- ed thirty-seven more new members and fifty-seven associates to our numbers, and have a total strength of one hundred and forty-one. But in addition to this, the Victoria branch may fairly claim to have founded three other branches in British Columbia—Vernon, Salt Spring Island (13S members), and Duncan (160 members), and has a right to be especially proud of Salt Spring, which has a larger membership in comparison to its population than any other Navy League centre, and sets an example to all in its energy and devotion to the cause. One of our old Committee men, Mr. Woollett, has collected a small body of Leaguers in the islands among which he now lives, and our President reports that at least two other important centres are likely to be represented in our body by branches in the next few months. Any action tending to stir up Nanaimo and New Westminster and add them to the cities of the Navy League would be exceedingly welcome. During the past year 7 regular Committee meetings havc been held, besides several special meetings at Victoria. The Treasurer's statement will show that the finances of the League are in a satisfactory condition, and that the various obligations of the branch, including the Nelson wreath, have been duly discharged. In April, the Duncans branch was formed, our President accepting the office of Honorary President temporarily, and speaking at the Inaugural meeting on April 19th, as he did at the Inaugural meeting of the Salt Spring branch on June 16th. Captain W. H. Langley, one of our Vice-Presidents, held another highly successful meeting at Salt Spring in December. During the year several attempts were made to found branches at Nanaimo, New Westminster, Saanich, Nelson and Kamloops. The President visited Nanaimo twice for this purpose, but, although it was confi dently expected that some of these towns will eventually come into the League, none have yet done so. In addition to the above-mentioned events, our President has addressed during the year, various scholastic establishments, including Upper Canada College, and by request, such bodies as The Daughters of the Empire, and was honoured by being chosen to deliver the oration at the Commemoration Service at the Capital. Your Committee took its part in the Welcome to the "Rainbow," and was represented at the Celebration of Trafalgar Day at Winnipeg, at the Birthday Banquet to the Emperor William, and on all other proper occasions during the year. It will be remembered that a movement has been on foot for many years for the amalgamation of the various Canadian branches of the League, and that our President has frequently been requested to attempt this work. . In October, in response to an urgent letter from Winnipeg, he left British Columbia for the East, visiting Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, St. Thomas', Guelph, Woodstock, and other points, at all of which his addresses were extremely well received, and at Toronto a movement, endorsed by the parent Navy League of London, was set on foot for the formation of a Canadian N4vy League affiliated to the Parent League to meet annually at Winnipeg, and although the intense excitement on the Reciprocity question has for a time diverted people's attention from this movement, it is hoped that in the coming year it will bear fruit. Owing to the refusal of the C. P. R. Company to grant passes over its line, his tour had to be undertaken at the President's expense. In response to the request of Navy Leaguers all over Canada for a clear statement of the Navy League's case, such as might be useful to other speakers and have an educational value for the general public, our president issued, at his own expense, a pamphlet upon the Canadian Naval question, of which sufficient editions have been sold to cover the initial outlay, and it is hoped that a sufficient profit will be made to enable the League to circulate further editions gratuitiously, so that it may be possible for every voter in Canada to have an adequate understanding of this great question. It is pleasing in this connection to record the receipt of letters from eminent men of both parties, and from both sides of the Atlantic, including one from the Minister of Marine, recognizing the impartiality of our treatment of the case and the value of the work to all those who are trying to make the Canadian Navy of value to the Empire and a credit to Canada. Another exceedingly gratifying feature in last year's work is the endorsement given to us by our Premier, the Hon. Richard McBride, and the receipt of sundry unsolicited donations from Mr. Forrest Angus, the Canadian Bank of Commerce and others, towards the work of the League, showing, as we think these things do, that the League is at last recognized as a body of some importance to the good of thc Commonwealth. In addition to the above mentioned events, our President in the past year twice visited Vancouver by request, and addressed public meetings at that city in support of our movement. Timber Receipts' During the month of February, the receipts of the timber branch of the Provincial Department of Lands aggregated $206,327.55. A total of 922 timber licences issued for lands west of the Cascades produced $130,573.15 in revenue, while 565 such licences for lands cast of the Cascades brought to the treasury $66,944.40. Penalties sixty-three coal transfers shetshrdlct amounted during the month to $1,050; timber licence transfers to $515; sixty-three coal prospecting licences to $7,100; coal prospecting licence trans, fers, $130, and miscellaneous, $iS. I * B Business Cree6 I BELIEVE in the goods I am handing out, in my establishment, and in my ability to get results. I BELIEVE honest goods can be passed out to honest people by honest methods. I BELIEVE in working, not weeping; in encouragment, not disheartenment; and in the pleasure of serving the public. I BELIEVE a man gets what he goes after, that one deed done to-day is worth two done to-morrow, and that no man, is down and out until he has lost faith in himself. I BELIEVE in to-day, and the work I am doing, in to-morrow and the work I hope to do, and in the sure reward which the future holds. I BELIEVE in courtesy, in kindness, in generosity, in good cheer, in friendship and honest competition. I BELIEVE there is something doing somewhere for every man ready to do it. I BELIEVE I am ready right now. We specialize in High Grade Watch Repairing and Diamond Setting. WL 1b. pennock 624 VATES STREET - - VICTORIA, B.C. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Edward Beaubien, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Hotel- keeper, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 2 iniles north of the northeast corner of Lot 317, and marked E. B.'s S. W. Cor.; thence east 80 chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 30th, 1910. EDWARD BEAUBIEN, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Axel Anderson, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Miner, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 2% miles north from the head waters of Millbrook Cove; thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; thence west eighty chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated January 26th, 1811. AXEL ANDERSON, mar 2G Frederick A. Smith, Agent. Alberta College Professors The board of directors of Alberta college, in connection with the provincial university at Strathcona, have appointed to the staff Professor C. E. Bland of the Wesleyan theological college of Montreal to be professor of systematic and historic theology and Rev. W. C. Bishop, at present college secretary of the Y. M. C. A. at Toronto, to the chair of theology. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that James Walsh of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Storekeeper, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 60 chains north-east from Millbrook Cove; thence east eighty chains; thence south twenty chains more or less to shore line; thence south-westerly along shore line about eighty chains; thence north eighty chains more or less to point of commencement, and containing 480 aores more or less. Dated January 24th, 1911. JAMES WALSH, mar 26 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Ethel Beatrice Walsh, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about sixty chains north-east from Millbrook Cove; thence east eighty chains;, thence north eighty chains; thence west eighty chains; thence south eighty chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated January 24th, 1911. ETHEL BEATRICE WALSH, mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Robert George Scarlett of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Retired, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted 20 chains north from the head waters of Millbrook Cove; thence west eighty chains; thence north eighty chains; thence east eighty chains; thence south eighty chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated January 25th, 1911. ROBERT G EORGE SCARLETT, mar 26 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that James Grahi Blaikie, of Vancouver, B. C, occupati Retired, intends to apply for perml! sion to purchase the following descrf! ed lands:—Commencing at a post plan ed about 1% miles north-westerly frc the head waters of Millbrook Cor thence south eighty chains; thence we. about sixty chains to shore line; then; northerly about eighty chains alo' shore line; thence east sixty chai'| more or less to point of comment ment, and containing 480 acres, more Dated January 2Sth, 1911. JAMES GRAHAM BLAIKIE. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Age VICTORIA' LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Minnie Blaikie, Vancouver, B. C, occupation Marr Woman, Intends to apply for perm sion to purchase the following descr ed lands:—Commencing at a post pla ed about 2 miles north-east from M brook Cove; thence east eighty chai thence north eighty chains; thence w eighty chains; thence south eigl chains to point of commencement, a containing 640 acres more or less. Dated January 30th, 1911. MINNIE BLAIKIE. mar 2? Frederick A. Smith, Age VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Eva Scarlett, Vancouver, B.C., occupation accounta Intends to apply for permission , purchase the following described Ian —Commencing at a _-ost planted at 1 head waters on the north shore of M brook Cove, thence north twenty chai thence east eighty chains; thence sot eighty chains or to shore line; thei north-westerly along shore line to po of commencement, and containing acres more or less. Dated January 24th, 1911. EVA SCARLETT mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Ag< M _ _____■__ - .' _'. -*******__ THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 19li VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Jean Muir, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Student, Intends to apply for permission to pur- hase the following described lands:— lommencing at a post planted four tiles East and four miles North from he North East corner of D. L. 417 and marked North East eorner); thence louth 80 chains; thence West 80 chains; hence North 80 chains; thence East 80 hains to point of commeneement and ontaining 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 16th, 1911. JEAN MUIR, |iar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 I TAKE notice that John Conlan, of evelstoke, B.C., occupation Laborer, in- snds to apply for permission to pur- lase the following described lands:— ommencing at a post planted four lies East and four miles North from ie North East corner of D. L. 417 (and arked North , West corner); thence >uth 80 chains; thence East 80 chains; pence North 80 chains; thence West chains to point of commencement, lid containing 640 acres more or less. iDated Jan. 16th, 1911. JOHN CONLAN, arl8 Per James Scott, Agent. 13 LAND REGISTRY ACT In the matter of an Application for a Duplicate Certificate of Title to Lot 3 of E. half of Section XVII, Beck- ley Farm (Map 268), Victoria City. NOTICE is hereby given that it is my Intention at the expiration of one month from the date of the first publication hereof to issue a Duplicate Certificate of Title to said Land, Issued to George E. Munro on the 16th day of February, 1891, and numbered 11159a. Land Registry- Offlce, Vietoria, B.C., the 26th day of February, 1911. S. Y. WOOTTON, mar 4 Registrar-General of Titles. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Rupert, Vancouver Island. TAKE NOTICE that I, John Stewart, TAKE notice that Donald McGregor, Moore, of Vancouver, occupation Retired, 0f Vancouver, B.C., occupation Grocer, intends to apply for permission to pur-1 intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: I chase the following described lands Commencing at a post planted at the! eA_,™-»i.» ■>> » —» -,.._.. , _. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 |TAKE notice that Alexander McKen- of* Sacremento, Cal., occupation |Iner, intends to apply for permission purchase the following described tids:—Commencing at a post planted miles East and four miles North bm the North East corner of D. L. |7 (and marked North East corner); jence South 80 chains; thence West 80 ■ains; thence North 80 chains; thence 1st SO chains to point of commence- |nt and containing 640 acres, more Jated Jan. 16th, 1911. ALEXANDER McKENZIE, |rl8 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 bAKE notice that J. Davis McNeil, [Rock Bay, B.C., occupation Lumber- In, intends to apply for permission 1 purchase the following described Ids:—Commencing at a post planted miles East and four miles North |m the North-East corner of D. L. (and marked North West corner); lnce South 80 chains; thence East 80 lins; thence North 80 chains; thence 1st SO chains to point of commence- nt, and containing 640 acres, more s. |>ated Jan. 16th, 1911. J. DAVIS McNEIL, • 18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that David Steele, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Clerk, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted six miles East and six miles North from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked North East corner); thence South 80 chains; thence West SO chains; thence North 80 chains; thence East SO chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 17th, 1911. DAVID STEELE, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that William Steele, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Hotel Keeper, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted six miles East and Six miles North from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked North West corner); thence South 80 chains; thenee East 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence West SO chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or Dated Jan. 17th, 1911. WILLIAM STEELE, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. south-west eorner of Section 23, about 10 feet from old Government Survey Post in an easterly direction, Township 24; thence 80 chains east; thence 40 chains north; thence 80 chains west; thence 40 chains south to point of commencement, and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated 30th January, 1911. JOHN STEWART MOORE, feb 18 Reginald Jaeger, Agent Commencing at a post planted about 2Vt miles northerly from the head waters VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Mrs. Dorothy O'Farrell, of Dublin, Ireland, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the south end of Takia Lake ._ _ ... .... —a .iu.ia _ja,_\_ of Millbrook Cove; thenci north eighty 1 '°^he Bella Coola and Ootsa Lake trail chains; thence west about flve chains I ^'"J**^ ."V £■__■ ___]?!£*& }&M to shore line; thence south-westerly I ^,e„sli0oS«? 2nJ -hoin0. mn™ _!■? f^."?^ along shore line about eighty chains; 'Jen*ce east 40 chains more or less to thence south about twentychains;, ><*« ";e"°« "°"£irj*. "'°J* ^.k£.nt2 thence east eighty chains to point of f.°'n' of commencement and containing Cm°oTeonf S.' and COntaln'ne 32° aCreS' Da^Vn^ lnh,S'l911. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Mrs. E. Ham- field, of Duluth, Minnesota, occupation, Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted about 20 chains north of Uhlgako River and about 30 miles west of Cluscus Lake on the Cluscus and Al- cacho trail and marked the N. E. Corner; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Located January 7th, 1911. MRS. E. HAMFIELD. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 |AKE notice that 'James P. McMur- of New Westminster, B.C., occu- Ion, Steam Fitter, intends to a pply permission to purchase the follow- described lands:—Commencing at a planted six miles East and four |_s North from the North East cor- of D. L. 417 (and marked South !t corner); thence North 80 chains; ce Bast 80 chains; thence south 80 ns; thence West SO chains to point lommencement, and containing .640 s, more or less. ated Jan. 16th. 1911. JAMES P. McMURPHY, |1S Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that William Steele (Junior), of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Hotel Clerk, intends to apply for per-' mission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted six miles east and six miles north from the north-east corner of D. L, 417 (and marked South West corner); thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence South 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 17th, 1911. WILLIAM STEELE (JUNIOR) mar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Francis Richard Robbins of Victoria, B.C., occupation Gardener, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains north of Uhlgako River and about 30 miles west of Cluscus Lake on the Cluscus and Alcacho trail and marked the N. W. corner; thence east 80 chains; thenee south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated January 9th, 1911. FRANCIS RICHARD ROBBINS. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent Dated January 26th, 1911. donald McGregor. mar 26 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. MRS. DOROTHY' 6rFARRELL. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Lydia Speddlng, of Vancouver. B.C.. oecunnHnn MnrrioH VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Annie O'Farrell, of Bournemouth, England, occupation Spinster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted about 5 miles south of the Salmon River ford Woman, intends to apply for permis-1 slon to purchase the following described! lands:—Commencing at 20 chains nor ' of Millbrook __ chains; thence north eighty chains;, chains; .. ___ .. „.._...„, *.._,•__ thence west eighty chains; tnence south north 40 chains to point of commence- eighty chains to point of commence-! ment. mmencing at a jioat planted on the Bella Coola and Ootsa Latfe Sum- north from the heal waters mer trail and marked the N. W. Corner; ok Cove, thenee east olghty I thenee east SO chains; thence south 40 lennp tinrlli dcrl.***.. ..l_..l... *,l, .>>.,,-• **• thence west SO chains; thence ment, and containing M0 acres, or less. Dated January 25th, 1911. LYDIA SPEDDING. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Jane Robbins, of Vietoria, B.C., occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted near shore at north end of Small Lake about 3 miles north of Lot 387, Salmon River Country, and marked the S corner, thence north 40 chains VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Norman J. Paxton of Vancouver, B.C.', occupation Logger, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 1 'A miles north from the head waters of, Millbrook Cove , thence north eighty chains; thence west eighty chains; thence south eighty chains; thence east eighty chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated January 26th, 1911. NORMAN J. PAXTON. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. Dated January llth, 1911. ANNIE O'FARRELL. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Thomas VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of'Coast TAKE NOTICE that Alexander Ham- field, of Duluth, Minnesota, occupation, Engineer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands.—Commencing at a post planted or. the north bank of Salmon River near the crossing of the Bella Coola, Ootsa Lake Summer trail, thence north 40 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 40 chains, more or less, to River; ihence west 80 chains more or less along River to point of commencement. Dated January llth, 1911. ALEXANDER HAMFIELD. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT t District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Busick E. Pemberton, of London, England, occupation Barrister, intends to apply for permis- W. thence _..„,..___, Pivfln' S«_ V. ' .u.*.™. u wv tor permission, of Vancouver, B.e" occupaMoi, H?,rt,-° pPu™\"Se he-follovving described Logger, Intends to apply for Dennis" ™,«•—Commencing at a post planted sion to purchase the following describ ' nf h? « w" r?'ver' ab.0Urt 2 mlIes S-W- ed lands:-Commencing at a post' north Rft,-Jh_,.n?.rn.1r 0f Lot 385' tnence Planted about l^mlfes north f?on?! C e so^'"^ &.T^li0 » VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 ■UCE notice that Thomas A. Hayes, |Vancouver, B.C., occupation Hard- e Salesman, intends to apply for nission to purchase the following Iribed lands:—Commencing at a planted six miles East and four Is North from the North East cor- of D. L. 417 (and marked South t corner); thence North 80 chains; ce West 80 chains; thence South 80 thence East 80 chains to point lommencement' and containing 640 p, more or less, lted Jan. 10th, 1911. THOMAS A. HAYES, Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Thomas A. Mclnnes, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Real Estate Dealer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted six miles East and six miles North from the North- East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South East corner; thence north 80 ehains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence East 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. .Dated Jan. 17th, 1911. THOMAS A McINNES, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that John R. Knight, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Manufacturers Agent, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted four miles East and six- miles North from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South West corner); thence north 80 chains; thence East 80 chains; thence South 80 chains; thence West SO chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 17th, 1911. JOHN R. KNIGHT, maris Per James Scott, Agent. east 4b cha-i„s;-The-nce"south''46 cTE'S I S"^ &.__ Ane_."°.e _we.st 40 cl'a'"s along chains; thence southZhtv nh.TnV! I DatS?„£t2!L*t».iL']>i_»_". the lake to point of commencement. Dated January 7th, 1911. feb 18 JANE ROBBINS, Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. south eighty "chains";! BUSICK E. PEMBERTON. thence west eighty chains to point of feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent, commencement, and containing 640 acres ■ / more or less. I , Dated January 26th, 1911. THOMAS G PAXTON. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent CANCELLATION OF RESERVE I VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 IKE notice that Charles Boardman, ollingwood East, B.C., occupation ware Merchant, intends to apply lermission to purchase the follow- leserlbed lands:—Commencing at a planted four miles East and four North from the North East cor- bf D. L. 417 (and marked South J corner); thenee North 80 chains; le East 80 chains; thence South 80 Is; thence West SO chains to point |.mmencement, and containing 040 more or less, ted Jan. 10th, 1911. CHARLES BOARDMAN, 8 Per James Scott, Agent. IVICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 |KE notice that John M. Morrison, incouver, B.C., occupation Fisher- intends to apply for permission lurchase the following described -Commencing at a post planted I miles East and four miles North the North East corner of D. L. (and marked South East corner); e North 80 chains; thence West lalns; thence South 80 chains; e East 80 chains to point of com- _ment, and containing 040 acres, or less. ed Jan. 16th, 1911. JOHN M. MORRISON, Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Frederick Charles Kelly, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Upholsterer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted four miles East and six miles North from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South East Corner); thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence East SO chains to point Of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 17th. 1911. FREDERICK CHARLES KELLY, marls Per James Scott, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing by reason of the notice published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 27th of December, 1907, over Lot 1899, Group 1, Kootenay District, being the survey of Timber Licence No. 32654, is cancelled in so far as it relates to that portion of the said Lot, lying south of the line of the Crow's Nest Southern Railway Company's rights of way, containing approximately 13.67 acres, in order that a sale of the said land may be affected to the Adolph Lumber Company. robt. a. Renwick, Deputy Commissioner of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. G, 3rd February, 1911. . feb 11 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Helena Frank, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Spinster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a frost planted near i OhrfvKE„fNTOTIPE ^hat, Ma^ De"»ls ' >"on RiVe^ VbouV" mffS "ft W^f the ?■&!& of -L.ond_,on-_ Ensland, occupation * S. W. corner of Lot 385, thence soSthM Ss'et' intends tc apply for permis-, chains; thence west 40 chains? thence sion to purchase ths fnllnwtnp* rt_.0„„n,„j ,,n,*ti, sn _,_,_,__._.. _,.._... .™_-n?l "hence VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Rupert, Vancouver Island, B. G TAKE NOTICE that I, Albert T. Richardson, of Vernon, B.C., occupation Foreman of Irrigation, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Township 24, commencing at a post planted about ten feet distant from and in an east* to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 2 miles north of Lot 387, Salmon River country, and at south end of Small Lake and marked the N. W. corner; thence south SO chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated January 9th, 1911. MARY DENNIS OHRLY. feb IS Per J. R. Morrison, Agent, -. .- ........a, Liii_ll_*_! north SO chains; thence east 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated January 12th, 1911. HELENA FRANK, feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Nora von Fallot, of Victoria, occupation Spinster, intends to apply for permission.to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the south-wes't corner of Lot 391, thence south SO chains; thence ease 80 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement, and containing 4S0 acres more or less. Dated January 10th, 1911. NORA VON FALLOT, feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that Herbert A. Ford, of Victoria, occupation Clerk, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted on Salmon River, about 40 chains south of the .south-east comer of lot 433; thence east 40 chnins; thence south SO chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated January 14th, 1911. HERBERT A. FORD. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Renfrew TAKE notice that W. Dawson McGregor, of Victoria, occupation Mining Engineer, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the corner of Lot 520, Renfrew District, thence south about 70 chains to 5 that Mrs Rose n'TT_,r ■the N' .¥'' co™er of Clavore Indian Re- Enghlnd occupation" I"™.' then2ex?<?.st C'° onainsi then™ N. erly direction from an old Government I reii nf t n.*i™ „■„,,, ., survey post planted in the north-west Married wl „' tSIW occupation corner of Section 1, thence 80 chains ! =m «inn t^ lU„inienda 1° aJ,?,,y ,for VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 KE notice that George Gardner, of Juver, B.C., occupation Retired Intends to apply for permission Irehase the following described —Commencing at a post planted mlles East and six miles North the North East corner of D. L. and marked North East corner); South 80 chains; thence West 80 ; thence North SO chains; thence J80 chains to point of commence- and containing 640 acres, more or ed Jan. 17th, 1911. GEORGE GARDNER, Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that Arthur Robert Sherwood, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Real Estate Agent, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the south-west corner of Lot 12, Coast, Range III, thence ln a northeasterly direction and following high water mark to the northwest corner of Lot 12; thence due west to low water mark; thenee in a south-westerly direction following the low water mark to a point due west of point of commencement; thence due east to point of commencement, containing ten (10) acres, more or less. Dated February 28th, 1911. ARTHUR ROBERT SHERWOOD, maris Angus K. Stuart, Agent. /ICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 ICE notice that James Thompson, *rth Arm, occupation Farmer, Into apply for permission to pur- the following described lands:— encing at a post planted four East and six mlles north from forth East corner of D. L. 417 marked North West corner); South 80 chains; thence East ilns; thence North 80 chains; West SO chains to point of com- Iment, and containing 640 acres, lor less, lid Jan. 17th, 1911. JAMES THOMPSON, Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that Robert Draney, of Kimsquit, B.C., occupation Salmon Can- ner. Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted at the north-west corner of Lot 13, Coast, Range III, thence southwesterly and following the high water mark to the southwest corner of Lot 14; thence due west to low water mark; thence In a north-easterly direction following the low water mark to a point due west of point of commencement; thence due east to point of commencement, containing twenty (20) acres, more or less. Dated February 28th. 1911. ROBERT DRANEY, maris Angus K. Stuart, Agent. -- north to point of commencement. Dated January 30, 1911. ALBERT T. RICHARDSON, feb 11 Reginald Jaeger, Agent VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Rupert, Vancouver Island, B C TAKE NOTICE 'that I, Francis Gillespie, of Vancouver, B.C., of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Broker, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—In Township 24, commencing at a post planted about ten feet distant and In a westerly direction from an old Government survey post, at the south-east corner of section 10, thence 40 chains north; thence 40 chains west, thence 40 chains south; thence 40 chains east to point of commencement. Dated January 30th, 1911. FRANCIS GILLESPIE, feb 11 Reginald Jaegar, Agent. — *...„...„ u*. _ iiuui 1 more or less, planted about*8 miles south of the Sal- r,.,., ■**■*,_,. ,0 ,n1. mon River ford on the Bella Coola and JJ"™ *i,, ' „i" _, „ .„ Oootsa Lake summer trail and marked marls W. DAWSON McGREGOR. the N. W. corner; thence east SO chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 80 vifpnnii t vmt-i ms-rniPT ^ai"nSn;mtI,neen^rtrth 4° Cha'nS '° P°'nt' Diatrlct of fc*fig ggjfg? Dated Janu?? 10th 19,1 TAKK notice that Lewis Hind of Vlc- MT?q inw o-FAPrtPTT t0,'ln' B-c- occupation Mining Engineer, f_.his p. 1 11 S™ ,„„, Intends to apply for permission to lease feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent.! the following described lands:—Com- mencing nt n post planted nt or near the mouth of the Salmon River nt Its outlet Into Dean Channel! thenee south- OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Elizabeth Thorn- 'pv, of Vancouver, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile west of the southwest eorner of Lot 386; and marked E. T.'s S. E. Cor, thence west 80 chains; north SO chains; east SO chains; south 80 ehains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Deeemhpr ?.«0.. 1110 mar 18 ELIZABETH THORNLEY. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, Edwin M. Brown, of Victoria, B.C., Gentleman, intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted to Alfred C. Lovlck's northwest corner post 6n shore of Pendozy Lake; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains, more or less, to shore of Pendozy Lake; thence in an easterly direction 80 chains, more or less, to point of commencement, containing 040 acres, more or less. EDWIN M. BROWN, feb 11 A. K. Stuart. Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that of London, England, Broker, Intends to appl to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted nbout 9 mlles south of the Salmon River ford on the Bella Coola and Ootsa Lake summer trail marked the N. W. Corner; thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thenee west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated January 10th, 1911, A. G. O'FARRELL. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. j easterly and following tho high wnter A. G. O Farrell. ; mark to the south-east corner of Ar- occupatlon Stock | tluir Fellow's application to purchase; y for permission thenee due west to low water mark; owing described I thence in a north-westerly direction following the low wnter mark to a point due west of point of commencement; thenee due east to point of commeneement, containing twenty (20) more or less. Dated February 28th, 1911. LEWIS HIND, maris Angus IC. Stuart, nmenee- acres, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 8 TAKE notice that Maude Harris, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Sales Lady, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 2 miles north of Alcatcho Indian Reserve on Bella Coola trail, and marked M. H.'s S.W. cor.; thenee north SO chains; east SO chains; south 80 chains; west SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated Jan. 4, 1911. MAUDE HARRIS, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that E. O'Farrell, of Dublin, Ireland, occupation Barrister, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 2 miles In a south-easterly direction from foot of Takia Lake on the Bella Coola and Ootsa Lake trail; thence east 40 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated January 11th, 1911. E. O'FARRELL. feb IS Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast TAKE NOTICE that James E. Bar- nett, of Victoria, occupation Accountant, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about one and one-half mlles south of the southeast corner of Lot 433; thence east 40 chains; thenee south SO chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north SO chains to point of commencement and containing 320 acres, more or less, Dated January 14th, 1911. feb 18 Per J. R. Morrison, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that William Henry Boycott, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Bricklayer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile south of the southeast corner of Lot 385, and marked W. H. B.'s N. E. Cor.; thenee south 80 ehnlns; west SO chains; north SO chains; east SO chains to point of eommeneement, containing 040 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. WILLIAM HENRY BOYCOTT. mai-18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 8 TAKE notice thnt. May Brady Prod- ger, of Grass Valley, Cal., occupntion .Married Woman, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following desoribed lands:—-Commencing at a post planted about 5 miles south from Cateho Lake on the Bella Coola winter trail, and mnrked M. B. P.'s N. E. Cor; thence west 80 chains; south 40 chains; east 80 chains; north 40 chains to point of commeneement, containing 320 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 4. 1911. MAY 1R\DY PRODGER. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. 14 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing by reason of the notice published In the British Columbia Gazette of the 27th December, 1907, over lands on Graham Island, formerly covered by Timber Licenses Nos. 37055, 37056 and 37057, whieh expired on the Oth day of November, 1909, and the lands embraced within Timber License No. 37059, which expired on the 25th day of January, 1909, is cancelled, and that the said lands will be open for preemption only under the provisions of Section 7 of the "Land Act" after midnight on June ICth, '1911. ROBERT A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands Lands Department, Victoria, B.C., Oth March, 1911. mar IS NOTICE In the Estate of Alexander McDonald Black Fraser the elder,' deceased. All persons having claims against the above named deceased, are required to send particulars thereof, duly verified, to the undersigned on or before the 14th day of April, 1911, after which date the executors will proceed to distribute the assets of the deceased among the persons entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which they shall then have notice. Dated this 13th day of March, 1911. GEO. A. MORPHY, 118 Langley St., Victoria, B.C., Solicitor for the Executors, mar 18 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing by reason of a notice published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 27th day of December, 1907, over lands situated on the East side of Texada Island, lying to the south of Lot No. 26, formerly covered by Timber Licence No. 134,50, which expired on the 7th day of May, 1908, ls cancelled, and that the said lands will' be open for location under the provisions of the "Land Act" after midnight on June 16th, 1911. ROBERT A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands Lands Department, Victoria, B.C., Oth March, 1911. mar IS VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Rupert, Vancouver Island, B. C. TAKE NOTICE that I, Louisa Dick- out, of Vernon, B.C., occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Township 24, commencing at a post planted about ten feet from and ln an easterly direction from an old government survey planted in the northeast corner of section 2, thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains east; thence SO chains north to point of commencement. Dated January 30, 1911. LOUISA DICKOUT, feb 11 Reginald Jaeger, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Clyde H. Dickenson of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Waiter, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted three miles east from the northeast corner of D. L. 414 (and marked northeast corner); thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north SO chains; thence, east SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 040 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. mar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Frederick R. Waly, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Mill Setter, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted three miles east from the north-east corner of D. L. 414 (and marked nOrth-vvest corner); thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80' chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. FREDERICK R. WALY, mar IS Per James Scott, Agent, VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that George H. Hutchins of Ashcroft, B.C., occupation Rancher, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted four miles East from the north-east corner of D. L. 417 (and marked North West corner); thence south SO chains; thence East 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. llth, 1911. GEORGE H. HUTCHINS. maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Frank Elliott, of Ashcroft, B.C., occupation Builder, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted six miles east from the north-east corner of D. L. 417 (and marked north-east corner); thence south SO chatns; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or Dated Jan. 12th, 1911. FRANK ELLIOTT, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Frank Welsh, of Ashcroft, B.C., occupation Dentist, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:*— Commencing at a post planted six miles east from the north-east corner of D.L. 417 (marked North West Corner); thence south 80 chains; thence east SO chains; thenee north SO chains; thence west SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 12th, 1911. FRANK WELSH, mar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE -notice that Charles Chester Grand of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Broker, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted five miles east from the north-east corner of D. L. 414 (and marked north-east corner); thence south SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. CHARLES CHESTER GRAND, mar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of'.Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Edward Hewitt, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Can- neryman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted live miles east from the north-east corner of D. L. 414 (and marked northwest corner); thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. EDWARD HEWITT, mai-18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that I, John J. Harte, of Victoria, B.C., Book-keeper, Intend to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted SO chains south of Harry Catteral's southwest corner post: thence east 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence west SO chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated November 26, 1910. JOHN J. HARTE. feb 11 A. K. Stuart, Agent. OMINECA.LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Albert William Aim, of San Francisco, Cal., occupation Plumber, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of Lot 318, and marked A. W. A.'s N. W. cor.; thence east 40 chains; south SO chains; west 40 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 320 acres more or less. Dated Jan. 2, lllll. ALBERT WILLIAM ALM. mar,IS Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Helen Elizabeth Hunter, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Clerk, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 3 miles south of the southeast corner of Lot 3S5, and marked H. E. H.s' N.E. Cor.; thence south SO chains; west SO chains; north 80 chains; east SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. ' HELEN ELIZABETH HUNTER, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Margaret Elizabeth Lloyd, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Sales Clerk, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 3 miles south of the southeast corner of Lot ,185, and marked M. E. L.'s S.E. Cor.; thence west 80 -chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. MARGARET ELIZABETH LLOYD, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 3 TAKE notice that Sam Rognos, of Vancouver, occupation Lumberman, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about 3 miles south of the southeast corner of Lot 3S5, and marked S. R.'s N.W. Cor.; thence east 80 chains; south 80 chnins; west 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. SAM ROGNOS. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Edward Teather, of New Westminster, B. C, occupation Painter, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted flve miles east from the north-east corner of D. L. 414 (and marked southwest corner); thence north 80 chains; thence east SO chains; thence south 80 chains; thenee wpst SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. EDWARD TEATHER, Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. mar 1S Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT , District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Constance Teather of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted live miles east from the northeast corner of D. L. 414 (and marked South-East coriler); thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 10th. 1911. CONSTANCE TEATHER. mai-18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Peter Prefontaine of Ashcroft, B.C., occupation Freighter, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted six miles east from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South West corner); thence north SO chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 12th, 1911. PETER PREFONTAINE, mar IS Per James Scott, Agent RENFREW LAND DISTRICT District of Renfrew TAKE NOTICE that I, Rhoda L. Hodgens, of Victoria, B.C, occupation Widow, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about sixty chains distant and in a southerly direction from the southwest-corner of Lot 272, being R. L. H.'s South-east Corner Post, thence west 20 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence west 60 chains; thence north 30 chains; thenee east SO chains; thence south 70 chains to place of commencement, and containing two hundred and sixty aeres more or less. The land is required for agricultural purposes. Dated January 27th, 1911. feb 11 RHODA L. HODGENS. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of SayWard ■_ TAKE NOTICE that Harold W. Hur ter, of Hazelmere, occupation Millma'i intends to apply for permission to pui chase the following described lands :- Commencing at a post planted at th southwest corner of Lot 601, Saywarf District, Province of British Columbia thence north 26 chains; thence west chains; south 26 chains; thence east' chains to point of commencing. Dated February 10th, 1911. mar 4 HAROLD WARE HUNTER. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range Three (3) TAKE NOTICE that I, Henry Carleton Hanington, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Barrister, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:*—Commencing at a post planted at the south-east corner of Lot Thirteen (13), Kimsqult Dean Channel, thence east forty (40) chains, thence south twenty (20) chains, more or less, to the north bank of the Salmon River, thence following the north bank of the Salmon River in a westerly direction forty (40) chains, more or less, thence north to point of commencement, and containing eighty (SO) acres more or Dated January1 27th, 1911. HENRY CARLETON HANINGTON, mar 11 Frank Hallett, Agent LAND REGISTRY ACT In the matter of an Application for Duplicate Certificates of Title to Lots 6, 7, R, 9, 10 and 11, Block K, and the Water lots in front of said lots 7, 8, 9 and 10, Block K, Harbour Estate, Victoria City. NOTICE is hereby given -that it is my intention at the expiration of one month from the date of the first publication hereof to issue Duplicate Certificates of Title to said lands issued to The Victoria Machinery Depot Company, Limited, on the 7th April, 1898, lst May, 12th September, llth December, 1903, and llth May, 1905, and numbered 4539C, 871SC, 9122C, 9431C and 11161C respectively. Land Registry Oflice, Victoria, B.C., the 16th day of February, 1911. S. Y. WOOTTON, feb 18 Registrar-General of Titles. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Charles Edward Grand, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Broker, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted six miles east from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South East Corner); thence north SO chains; thence west SO chains; thence south SO chains ;thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 12th, 1911. CHARLES EDWARD GRAND, mar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Eugene Rousseau, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation, an Accountant, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted four miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South West corner); thence north SO chains;, thence east 80 chains; thence south SO chatns; thence west SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. llth, 1911. J3UGENE ROUSSEAU, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Clarence E. Peele, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Printer, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted three miles east from the north-east enrner of D. L. 414 (and marked Southwest corner); thence north 80 chains; thence east SO chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 aeres, more or less. Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. CLARENCE E. PEELE, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VlCTOHfA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that James Blair, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Ironworker, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:*—Commencing at a post planted three miles East from the North-East corner of D. L. 414 (and marked South- East corner); thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated Jan. 10th, 1911. JAMES BLAIR, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that James G. Stewart, of Ashcroft, B.C., occupation Carpenter, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted four miles from the North-East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked North East corner); thenco south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence Enst SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. llth, 1911. JAMES G. STEWART, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Joseph S. Barnes, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Hotel Clerk, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted four miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South East Corner); thence North 80 chains; thence West SO chains; thence South SO cliaim; thence East 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. llth. 1911. JOSEPH S. BARNES, mai-18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Melvln K. Dickenson, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Canneryman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two miles North and four mlles East from the North East cor- fier of D. L. 417 (and marked North East cornor); thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence North 80 chains; thence East SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 13th, 1911. MELVIN K. DICKENSON, mar IS Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that William Gibson of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Merch- ant; intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands :—Commencing at a post planted two miles North and six miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 41.7 (and marked North East corner); thence South 80 chains; thence West 80 chains; thence North SO chains; thence East 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 14th, 1911. WILLIAM GIBSON, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Cowichan kai TAKE NOTICE that Gilbert Jamd Mouat, Jane Mouat and William J* Mouat, of Ganges, B.C., occupation Busi ness Proprietors, intend to apply f<| permission to purchase the followin described lands, viz.:—a small island ■ Ganges Harbour, adjoining section onl range four, East Salt Spring Island, dil tant about 130 yards southerly from tlf Government wharf. Commencing at post planted on the shore line at tl most northerly point fit said Islan thence following the shore line easter and southerly a distance of 200 fe more or less to the most easterly poi of the said island ;_tl.ence southerly ai westerly following the shore line a di tance of 200 feet more or less to ti most southerly point of the said islan thence northerly and westerly followii the shore line a distance of 200 fe more or less to the most southerly poi of the said island; thence northerly ai westerly following the shore line a di tance of 200 feet more or less to ti most westerly point of the said islan thence northerly and easterly a dlstan of 200 feet more or less to the point f commencement, said island contain!] one-half acre, more or less. Dated January 28th, 1911. G. J. MOUAT, JANE MOUAT, ■ WILLIAM MANSON MOUATJ mar 4 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Arthur Davis, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Clerk, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two miles north and six miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked North West Corner); thence South 80 chains; thence East SO ehains; thence North 80 chains; thence West 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or Dated Jan. 14th, 1911. ARTHUR DAVIS, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that William Battson, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Plumber, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two miles North and Six miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South West corner); thence North 80 chains; thence East SO chains; thence South SO chains; thence West SO chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated "Jan. 14th, 1911. WILLIAM BATTSON, maris Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that James Robertson of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Plumber, Intends to apply for permission to purchnse the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two mlles North and six miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South East corner); thence North SO chains; thence West SO chains; thence South SO ehains; thence East SO chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 14th. 1911. JAMES ROBERTSON, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. CANCELLATION OF RESERVES N6TICE Is hereby given that th.> serves existing on Crown lands. Range 5, Coast District and in Carlb District situated In the vicinity of St art River, notices of which, dated I cember 17th, .1908, and February 15 1910, were published in the British ( lumbla Gazette in the Issues of Dece ber 17th, 1908, and February 17th, 19 are cancelled in so far as the said serves relate to Lots numbered 23 2390a, 2971, 2971a, 2395, 2970, 29 2969a, 2951a, 2836, 2810, 2835, 2820, 27 2789a, 27S9, 2790, 2787, 2787a, 279 2792a, 2952, and 2S2Sa, Range 5, Co: District. R. A. RENWICK, . Deputy Commissioner of Lan| Department of Lands, •Victoria, B. C, Jan. 3rd, 1911. jan 7 fill fM CANCELLATION OF RESERVE*! NOTICE is hereby given that the serves existing, on Crown lands i Rnn.-je 5 .Coast District and In Carlo District situated in the'vicinity of bine Lake, notices of which, dated _- cember 17th, 1908, and May 6th, 19 were published in the British Columl Gazette In the Issues of December 17 1908, and May 6th, 1910, are cancelled so far as the said reserves relate Lots numbered 650, 657, 658, 659, 6 661, 062, 663. 664, 065. 666, 657, .6 669, 670, 673, 674, 675, 676, 1S73, 6 672, 677, 67S, 679, 680, 1870, 1871, 1872. R. A. RENWICK, Deputy Commissioner of Lar Department of Lands, Victoria, B. C, Jan, 3rd, 1911. jan 7 , OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 ■ • TAKE notice that Charles Geol Phlnney, of Vancouver, occupal Shipper,' Intends to apply for perr slon to purchase the following desc ed lands:—Commencing at a post ph ed about 5 miles In a northerly dl; tlon from the Abuntlep crossing Salmon River, on Bella Coola will trail, and marked C. G. P.'s N. W. Cl thence oast 80 chains; south 80 chall west SO chains; north 80 chains | point of commencement, containing acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 2, 1911. CHARLES GEORGE PHINNE}, mar 18 Norman McMillan, Ag<| VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE NOTICE that W. Anderson Covel, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Confectioner, intends to apply for permission to, purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two miles North and four miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked North West corner); thence South 80 chains; thence East SO chalhs; thence North 80 chains; thence West SO chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 13th, 1911. W. ANDERSON COVEL, maris Per James Scott, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Albert Galliens, of Vancouver, B.C.,' occupation Butcher, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands.*— Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Lot 385, and marked A. G.'s N. W. Cor.; thence east 80 chains; south SO chains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. ALBERT GALLIENS mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Marie E. Douglas, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Student, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two miles North and four miles East from the North West corner of D, L. 417 (and marked South West Corner), thence North 80.chains; thenee East 80 chains; thence South 80 chains; thence West 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated January 13th. 1911, MARIE E. DOUGLAS, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice that Mary Jane Muir, of New Westminster, B.C., occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted two miles North and four miles East from the North East corner of D. L. 417 (and marked South East Corner); thence North 80 chains; thence West 80 chains; thence South 80 chains; thence East 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Jan. 13th, 1911. MARY JANE MUIR, mar 18 Per James Scott, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Rango 3 TAKE notice that Olive Altchins of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Sa Clerk, Intends to apply for permlss to purchase the following descrl lands:—Commencing at a post plan about 2 miles north of Alcatcho Ind Reserve, on Bella Coola trall, and ma ed C. A.'s S. E. Cor.; thence north chains; west SO chains; south 80 chai east 80 chains to point of commen ment, containing 640 acres, more less. Dated Jan. 4th, 1911. OLIVE AITCHINSON. , maris Norman McMillan. Ag(| OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 3 TAKE notice that Walter Scott I Lellan, of Vancouver, occupation Mb Intends to apply for permission to p chase the following described lands Commencing at a post planted at northwest corner of Lot 387, and ma ed W. S. McL.'s N. E. Cor.; thence w 80 chains; south 40 chains; enst chains; north 40 chains to point ■ commencement, containing 320 acr| more or less. Dated Dec. 28th. 1910. WALTER SCOTT McLELLAN. - mar 18 Norman McMillan, Age| OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 3 , TAKE notice that John Cyr, of Vt couver, occupation Lumberman, inter to apply for permission to purchase t following described lands:—Commei Ing at a post planted at the northe; corner of Lot 385, and marked ,1. . N. W. Cor.; thence east 80 chai south 80 chains; west 80 chains; no 80 chains to point of commencemer containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. JOHN CYR. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Age| THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 15 MANY EASTER WEDDINGS ARE ON THE TAPIS Therefore perhaps it's not amiss to say that the first essential towards good housekeeping is a good Gas Range. The benedict-to-be should see that his bride experiences the joy of a stove that is always ready, an oven that is1 always right and a heat that can be regulated scientifically without trouble. Home comfort cannot be assured with coal or wood fires for cooking purposes. Don't cook the cook over a red-hot range on a warm summer's day. Avoid tllis by cooking with gas; just a turn of the tap—no worry, no work, no waste of fuel or time. Gas makes home comfortable in summer and winter. It makes work light so that the housewife has more time for recreation. A Gas Range means that you can cook any meal of the day, summer or winter, with ease and comfort. Let one of our men set up a gas range in your ktichen and you will find that you have the most modern and convenient cooking apparatus of the age. The cost of maintenance is far less than for a coal range. WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO CALL AND SEE OUR FINE NEW STOCK OF GA& RANGES AND STOVES EASY PAYMENTS IF DESIRED The VICTORIA GAS CO. LIMITED DEMONSTRATION AND SALESROOMS 652 YATES STREET Telephone 2479 YACHTING NOTES Ie Royal Victoria Yacht Club its annual meeting on Thursday March 30th. . An unusually in- Iing meeting was held owing to nnouncement made by Commo- Cuppage was that His Majesty Cing has graciously granted thc of the prefix "Royal" to the jf the Victoria Yacht Club. The Victoria Yacht Club were fur- informed that upon furnishing ,ords Commissioners of the Ad- :y a sketch or drawing defaced the Club's selected design an rally Warrant would be grant- uthorizing thc Club's boats to |c Blue Ensign so defaced. Our 1 papers havc continually made ,ilstake of calling this Warrant oyal Charter," which is rarely ed nowadays except possibly to [able institutions, retiring Commodore, Mr. Gran- Cuppage, and Captain Clive |ps Wolley, President of the League, were made life mem- Iof the Club in recognition of services in securing this honour ie local Club. following officers for the sea- >f 1911 were elected: Commo- J. Musgrave; Vice-Commodore, |)'Reilly; Secretary-treasurer, H. •vis; Committee of Management, leatson, Dr. Harper, C. Bennett ipson, W. A. Turner, G. Tem- fe. S. Wise, D'O. Rochfort, H. Irnes. fcsolution of respect ancl esteem memory of the late Captain was carried unanimously. Southern Alberta Prospects. "Given some moisture at the proper time this season and Southern Alberta will have a crop of grain that will exceed any crop ever produced in the south," said P. L. Nasmith, general manager of the Alberta Railway & Irrigation Company, recently. "There are hundreds of acres of fall wheat and so far the prospects for a splendid crop of this wheat are fine," he continued. "The country down there will get its due this year if an untimely drought does not occur," NOTICB The Pacific Highway The sum of $30,000 will be spent this year on the British Columbia section of the Pacilic highway, from Westminster to the United States boundary line, a distance of 20 miles. Thc road takes in the Yale road to thc Serpentine Flats and runs due south to Cloverdale aud Blaine, lt connects there vvith the American roads and will ultimately stretch to the Mexican border. Thc work will extend throughout the' summer months and will bc continued to Blaine next year. Line From Prince Rupert That the Blue Funnel line is seek- | ing to arrange vvith the Grand Trunk j Pacific line to promote and equip a I steamship service to the Orient over I a new route is the report made by the : Blue Funnel liner Ningchow. It is proposed to run between Prince Rupert and north Japan to a terminus in northern China. Tenders will be received by the undersigned up to the 22nd day of April, 1911, at 5 p.m., for the purchase of Block 27, Subdivision of Lot No. 541, Group one, New Westminster District, situated in the City of Vancouver, and being; the site of the old Provincial Court House. Each tender must be enclosed in a registered letter and must be addressed to the undersigned, and plainly marked "Tender for old Vancouver Court House Site," and must be accompanied by an accepted cheque for ten per cent, of the first payment of the purchase money. Payment for the property will be accepted in instalments of one-quarter of the purchase money. The first of such Instalments to be paid within thirty days after the acceptance of the tender, and the other three annually thereafter, with interest at the rate of 6 per cent, per annum. In the event of the person whose tender is accepted falling to complete the first Instalment within thirty days of the notice of such acceptance the sale to him will be cancelled and his ten per cent, deposit forfeited. The cheques of unsuccessful tenderers will be leturned. The highest or any tender will not necessarily he accepted. No commissions of any kind will be allowed. WILLIAM K. ROSS, Minister of Lands. Department of Lands, Victoria, B.C., March 7th, 1911. mar 11 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Annie Johnston, of Vancouver, B. G, occupation Married Woman, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 1% miles north-westerly from the head waters of Millbrook Cove; thence north eighty chains; thence west eighty chains or to shore line; thence southerly along shore line about eighty chains; thence east sixty chains more or less to point of commencement, and containing -ISO acres more or less. Dated January 2Sth, 1911. ANNIE JOHNSTON, mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. "LAND REGISTRY ACT" VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Eunice Bowen, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation, Accountant, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: —Commencing at a post planted Z% miles north and one mile east from the head waters of Millbrook Cove; tl.ence east eighty chains; thenee north eighty chains; thence west eighty chains; thence south eighty chains to point of commencement, and containing 040 acres more or less. Dated January 30th. 1911. EUNICE BOWEN. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. FOR ALDERMAN A Good Idea Toronto Board of Trade pro- to inaugurate ,.n all-Canadian ing week in Toronto during thc summer. An effort will bc to induce all shoppers to ask |e stores for Canadian-made and to induce merchants to I a special display of home pro- Incorporation of Merritt Merritt's incorporation has been authorized by the Provincial Government and the civic elections will be held in the course of two or throe weeks. It is generally conceded that Isaac Eastwood will be the first May. or by acclamation, but there will bc a lively contest for seats at the council board, there being 110 less than To the Electors of Ward 2 Ladies and Gentlemen,—I beg to announce that I am a candidate for re-election in the forthcoming Civic Elections and solicit your kind support and influence. H. W. RUSSELL HUMBER. In the matter of an Application for Duplicate Certificates of Title to Lots 19 and 20 of Sub-lots 26 and 27, Fernwood Estate (Map 257), Victoria City, and Lot 112 of Sub- lot 69, Fernwood Estate (Map 262), Victoria City. NOTICE is hereby given that tt ls my Intention at the expiration of one month from the date of the first publication hereof to Issue Duplicate Certificates of Title to said lands Issued to Skene Lowe and Annie McKay Lowe on the Sth and Wth days of May, 1891, and 4th day of June, 1894, and numbered 11966a, 11824a and lS242a respectively. Land Registry Offlce, Victoria, B. C„ the 20th day of March, 1911. S. Y. WOOTTON, mar 25 Registrar-General. I I VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Metchosin TAKE notice tliat I, Allan S. Ash- I well, Agent for the West Coast Fish- ] ing Co.,Ld., of Victoria, occupation ] Real Estate Agent, intends to apply j I to lease the following described lands: 1—Commencing at a post planted at a ipoint one (1) chain south nf the south- jeast corner of section 74; thence south- 1 erly seven (7) chains; then westerly at ' an angle of 93 degrees a distance of 116.35 chains; thence at an nngle of 87 idegrees north seven (7) chains; thence ! easterly at an angle of 9,1 degrees a dis- . tance of 16.35 chains to tlie point of j commencement. ! Dated 21st March, 1911. J West Coast Fishing Company, Limited. | mar 25 A. S. Ashwell, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Carl Jansen, of Vancouver, B.C ..occupation Baker, Intends to apply for permission to purchnse the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about one mile westerly from the head waters of Millbrook Cove; thence west eighty chains or to shore line; thence southerly about eighty chains along shore line; thence easterly about sixty chains along shore line; thence north about eighty chains, more or less, to point of commencement, and containing 480 acres more or less. Dated January 28th, 1911. CARL JANSEN. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 0 TAKE notice tliat George Sharp, of Vancouver, B.C., occupntion Laborer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing nt a post planted about 3 miles south of the southeast corner of Lot 385, and marked G. S.'s S. W. Cor.; thence north SO chains; east 80 chains; south SO chains; west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated Dec. 29th, 1910. GEORGE SHARP, maris Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 ten candidates in the field, only six of whom can be elected. Peers Below Far The Lethbridge Dally Herald refers i to the recent marriage of Miss Zena Dare with "the second son of Discount Esher." ; TAKE notice tliat Harry Murdock * Speddlng of Vancouver, B.C., ocoupa- 1 tion Bookkeeper, intends to npply for I permission to purchase the following 1 described lands:*—Commencing at a post i planted at tho head waters on the I north shore of Millbrook Cove, thence I north twenty chains; thence west eighty I chains; thenco south eighty chains nr I to shore line, thence meandering enst- I erly and northerly to point of com- I mencement, and containing 040 acres 1 more or less. , : Dated January 2*Ith, 1911. I HARR1' MURDOCK RPEDDING. 1 mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 3 TAKE notice that Edward Thornley, of Vancouver, occupation Commercial Traveller, intends to apply for permission to purchase lhe following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted on the Bella Coola winter trail, about 12 miles southwest of the Salmon Itiver crossing, and marked E. T.'s S, W. Cor.; thenco east SO chains; north 80 ehains; west 80 chains; south 80 ehnlns to point of eommeneement, containing 040 iiL-i-es, moro or less. Dated Dec. 27th, 1910. EDWARD THORNLEY, maris Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Const. Range 2 TAKE notice that Thomas Gordon Johnston, of Vuueouver. B.C., occupntion Broker, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described hinds:—Commencing at a post planted about 2. miles north-easterly from the head waters nf Millbrook Cove; thenee oast eighty chains; thenee south eighty ehains; thenee west eighty chains; thenee nnrth eighty ehnlns to point of commencement, and eontalnlng 040 ncres more or less. Dated January 27th. 11111. THOMAS GORDON JOHNSTON, mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent. i6 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 I Miss E. Grant has left town on an extended visit to Spokane, Wash. * * * Mr. Jack Templeman has left on a holiday trip to Chatham, Ont. * * * Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Savage havc left on a visit to Winnipeg. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Barton, Esquimalt Road, were visitors to Shawnigan Lake during the week. * * * Mr. and Mrs. William Hodgens, Victoria, have left on an extended visit to Winnipeg. * * * Major Swinford, Vancouver, was in the city during the week on business. * * * Messrs. L. Lucas and J. P. Sweeney, Shawnigan Lake, were in the city during the week. * * * Mr. A. T. Goward has returned from Vancouver, where he has been spending a few days on business. * * * Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Henderson, who have been staying with friends in Victoria, have left for their home in Nelson, B.C. * * * Mrs. Richard McBride and the Misses Margaret and Dolly McBride have returned from a short visit to Vancouver. * * * Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Harvey, who have been travelling abroad 4'or the last six months, arrived in Victoria during the week. * ' * * Miss M. Rome, who has been visiting her brother in Lethbridge, is expected to return home on Tuesday next. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Peters are the guests of Mrs. Peters, Macaulay Plains. * * * Mr. J. Wise has left town on a three months visit to England. * * * Mr. H. Alexander, Vancouver, paid a flying visit to the City this week. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Bond have returned from their honeymoon. They were the guests of Mrs. James Gaudin for a few days before leaving for their home in Seattle. * * * Mr. and Mrs. D. N. Mclntyre Ief. on Tuesday last for Southern California where they intend spending a few months. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Fred Alexander, Seattle, were guests at the Empress hotel during the week. * * * A very pretty wedding took place at St. Paul's Church, Esquimalt, on March 22nd, when Sergt. W. R. Elton, of No. S Company, R. C. G. A., Work Point Barracks, was united in marriage to Miss F. R. Andrews, of Chichester, Eng. Miss M. Kendrick and Miss M. Goodfield made two charming bridesmaids. The groom was supported by Sergt. Major Farley, Color Sergt. W. Roberson gave the bride away. After the ceremony a dainty wedding repast was held at the home of Mrs. W. Roberson. Later in the day Sergeant and Mrs. Elton left for Vancouver, where the honeymoon is being spent. Upon their return they will take up their residence at Work Point Barracks. * * * Mrs. Peters, Macaulay Point, was hostess on Wednesday last of a smart tea. The tea table was prettily decorated with carnations and greenery. Her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Fred. Peters, was the guest of honor. Amongst those present were Mrs. R. S. Day and Miss Day, Miss Blackwood, Miss Veva Blackwood, Mrs. Arthur Jones, Mrs. Loewen, Mrs. Gavin Hamilton Burns, Mrs. McCallum, Mrs. Flumer. felt, Mrs. P. A. E. Irving, Miss Irving, Mr. Bruce Irving, Mrs. Stewart, Mrs. Douglas Macdonald, Mrs. Geo. Matthews, Mrs. Wadmore, Miss Wadmore, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Mills, Miss Meredith and many others. * * * A pretty wedding was celebrated recently at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Duncan, Pandora Avenue, when Mr. W. T. Bums and Miss Catherine J. Stevenson were married by the Rev. R. W. Collins, Mount Tolmie. The bride was given away by her brother-in-law, Mr. Duncan, and was charmingly gowned in Duchesse silk, with pearl trimmings. She carried a bridal bouquet of white carnations and maiden hair fern, and was attended by one bridesmaid, Miss Helen Jeffrey, who wore a dainty dress of white silk with pink trimmings. The groom was supported by Mr. Acreman. The ceremony took place •under a beautiful arch of ivy, from which was suspended a dainty basket of white carnations. The groom's gift to the bride was a gold bracelet set with pearls; to the bridesmaid a gold locket; to the groomsman cuff links, and to Miss Moir who played the wedding march, a pearl pin. Later in the evening, Mt. and Mrs. Burns left for their home in Alberta. The bride's going away costume was a smart navy blue suit. * * # The Dancing Club held a very delightful fancy dress ball last week in the Broitd Street Hall, which was charmingly decorated for the occasion. The supper table was tastefully decorated with daffodils, and yellow streamers which were brought from the centre of the table to the corners, where they were fastened with dainty bunches of yellow primroses. A few of those present were Miss Lorna Roberts (Merry Widow); Miss Mason (Carmen); Miss Doris Mason (Eastern Girl); Miss Crosse (witch); Miss G. Crosse (Wasp); Miss- Reaves (Bat); Miss Paula Irving (Carmen); Miss Lawson (Miss Muffet); Miss J. M. Lawson (Quaker); Miss Kennedy (Eastern Girl); Miss E. Gibson (Marguerite, Faust); Miss Johnson (Eastern Girl); Miss Gray (Havana); Miss Page (Irish Peasant); Miss King (Tambourine Girl); Mrs. Keith Wilson (Pierette); Miss Madge Holden (Dancing Girl); Miss Blackwood, Miss Veva Blackwood, Miss Bowron, Miss Blakemore, Miss F. Drake, and many others. ROYAL WARRANT FOR THE VICTORIA YACHT CLUB The Victoria Yacht Club has now the gracious permission of his Majesty the King1 to bc known as the "Royal" Victoria Yacht Club, together with thc much coveted privilege of flying the Blue ensign. The present commodore, Granville Cuppage, promulgated thc idea that the Vietoria Yacht Club should make application for the Admiralty Warrant as far back as 1903, but the idea was scoffed at, as thc tide in the affairs of the Club was at a rather low ebb. However, some of its more energetic members were determined that thc Yacht Club should not become a thing of the past, and thc flag was kept flying on the boat house belonging to Mr. B. B. Temple, who has always been a staunch friend. At the annual meeting of 1907 Mr. J. S. Gibb was elected Commodore, with Mr. G. V. Cuppage honorary secretary, and 'heir efforts were rewarded by a largely increased membership and the Club made great strides forward. In 1908 a waterfront lot was bought and a new Club house erected which was opened by Mrs. McBride. The year 1909 was successful and a bid was made to have the International Regatta held in Vic toria under the auspices of the V. Y. C. This event took place in 1910 with Mr. G. V. Cuppage as Commodore, Mr. Gibb having retired on account of a trip abroad. The success of the International Regatta was unprecedented and a remarkable compliment to the Yacht Club was paid when at the general meeting of the International Yacht Racing Association it was decided to hold the next two annual regattas in Victoria. This success encouraged the Club to return to the idea of obtaining an Admiralty Warrant. Captain Clive Phillips-Wolley, President of the Navy League, was interested on behalf of the Club, and the kind influence of several notable friends in the Old Country had the very gratifying result that Victoria can now boast of a Royal Yacht Club. ' Thc only shadow east upon the good news was thc loss the Club has sustained by the death of the late Captain James. By the irony of fate thc news from the Admiralty was received on the same day that the Memorial Service to those lost in the Sechelt disaster was held in Christ Church Cathedral. The late Captain James was a great factor in the success of thc last regatta and was also keenly interested in the question of thc Royal Warrant. The privilege of flying the Blue en sign is always much coveted by yachtsmen, and this privilege together with the prefix "Royal" to the Club's name carries much prestige in yachting circles. Royal Yacht Club boats are liable in time of war to be called upon to serve their country if needed and so to all intents the Club becomes an addition to the Naval Reserve. In view of the present progress and prosperity of Victoria, this news is particularly gratifying and assuredly the Royal Victoria Yacht Club is destined to play a very prominent part in the history of the great Pacific North West. Hearty congratulations are due to Commodore Cuppage and his allies who have done so much to obtain the title "Royal" to a royal sport in a royal city. More British Capital Douglas Island, situated in the Fraser Kiver. off the westerly portion of Pert Mann, the Cana.ban Northern .'ailway Company's town- site, has been sold to British capitalists. The price paid for the property was in the neighborhood of $185,000. The vendors of Douglas were Messrs. P. R. Burr and T. R. Pearson of New Westminster. The island contains 454 acres, and has 19, 000 feet of waterfront. It is reported the entire property will be subdivided for sale. Robinson & Andrews EASTER MILLINERY Another Two Weeks And Easter Will Be Upon Us Owing to the delightful Spring weather many Summe: Hats are already to be seen on Victoria's streets. We are showing a splendid assortment of Ladies', Misses' and Children's Ready-to-wear Hats, all at most reasonable prices, as we sell for cash only. We invite your inspection while the assortment is at its best and feel sure you can save money as well as securing a stylisli Easter outfit. Three Special lines at $5-85. $4-85 and $3.85. Special showing all this week, commencing Monday, March 3rd, of Ladies' Stylish Tnilored Suits. Prices: $10.50, $12.75, $15.50, $20.00 ana $25.00. Robinson & Andrews THE CASH DRY GOODS STORE 642-644 YATES STREET PHONES 2190, 657 The Taylor Mill Co. Limited. All kinds of Building Material, LUMBER SASH DOORS TELEPHONE 564 North Qovernment St.. Victoria Blue Printing Maps Draughting Surveyors' Instruments and Drawing Office Supplies ELECTRIC BLUE PRINT & MAP CO. 1218 LANGLEY STREET VICTORIA, B.C. THE BROADWAY 852 Yates St. SMOKERS' SUPPLIES Candy, Stationery and Toilette Requisites SELF-FILLING FOUNTAIN PENS We have the lowest priced pen on the market, fitted with solid 14 ct. gold nibs. Price, each: $3-5°i $2.50 and $2.25 Redfern & Sons Watchmakers and Jewelers Established 1862 1009 GOVERNMENT ST. Victoria, B.C. ___________ THE WEEK, SATUKDAY, APEIL 1, 1911 17 The tunic just this minute seems to I be taking on drapings and it may,be that the tendency will ripen into [something like the ancient overskirt (with its plaits and folds, its wrinkles [and upgatherings. Women who re- I member the overskirt's reign recall Ithat along with it went a necessary Ibouffantry at the hips that was be- I coming only to girlish figures. That [anything like that will return at this Itime, or very soon, is most improb- lable. It would take a good many |seasons, if not years, to displace the present long, straight silhouette for anything less graceful. For at their best the present styles are full of grace, and it is a grace that may be Adapted to any figure. All materials ire so soft and supple that even lanniers, that once stood out inde- crossed the shoulders. Heavy bead fringe outlined all the edges, dragging the tunic and its draperies down into the longest possible lines. From under the bib-shaped corsage there came an under-bodice of silver embroidered white net. This had kimono sleeves and the' tucker was lined with pink tulle to give a flesh tint. Not all the girls know yet that a transparent net or chiffon yoke or tucker that has to have a lining will appear unlined if flesh-colored chiffon is used under it. But the chiffon lining must be brighter than it is to appear from the outside. Quite a bright chiffon appears like flesh color under a fine close mesh net. * * * Here it is, the trouser skirt that has stirred two continents and shocked Lobster shade is replacing the vogue of coral. A big loose bow of material like the garment back of it is the latest addition to the lower part of the tunic. It is usually placed at the bottom of one side and helps to weight the thin material desirably and drag it into correct line. An odd costume worn at a big bridge party the other afternoon had a dull rose- colored skirt which was perfectly plain, and above it there was an ap- ple«*grecn tunic vvith one of the big loose tied bows at the side. The waist was a mere pair of soft bretelles crossing the shoulders at each side and leaving a wide open space as far as the lifted waist-line. Across the bottom of the space there was a crushed band of dull rose color like the skirt. The entire upper part was of transparent net. A dark red rose was tucked into the girdle, and in the hair there was a fillet of green like the tunic. A black lace scarf, long and wide, ending in tassels, was worn throughout the afternoon. * * * Black-and-White in all deparements of the wardrobe is having a wonderful run. In spite of the great modish- ness of the blend last fall and this winter there is an appearance now of a still greater vogue throughout the coming summer. But many of the Idently of the lines of the figure, laid now, cut in the same way, fall ■p. All the overdresses, whatever pr kind, are of transparent mater- if they make any pretensions to lirtness. One of the popular ideas Jthe use of coarse net over em- lidered or beaded chiffon or other li fabric, and sometimes the net is |very coarse that it is hard to de- the outlines of the meshes and |the pattern on the fabric under it. * * * handsome dinner gown vvith a |ped tunic was seen recently. It of mist gray satin, the satin Icing thc perfectly plain skirt. The lie was of black net, embroidered lly with silk, steel and jet beads. lire was a sort of bib shape to the 1st, the bib having bretelles that even the case-hardened nerves of the Paris police. Someone who wanted to be witty named it "the militant mother's trousers," and the title seems appropriate. Perhaps matter-of-fact makers of fame and fortune who have been flaunting the style at their spring openings have some appreciation of humor, and are giving a siy dig at militant vote seekers among their customers by suggesting appropriate raiment for them. At any rate, whether the trouser skirt is a joke or not, it is certainly here, and we shall see what we shall see— whether the buyers of dressmaking departments have counted on woman's full appreciation of the arrival of her long-deferred privilege to wear trousers. black-and-white costumes are touched with vivid color in some way, and the more original the note of brilliancy the better it is liked. It is fortunate, possibly, that winter is so near an end, for if it were to go on for another two months there is no telling where the growth of the muff would end. One met on the avenue the other day was not only wide enough to take in the arms nearly to the elbows, but it rounded down until it was within a few inches of the hem of the skirt. An unexcelled showing of Motor Coats made of Silk and Wool Poplin, $12.50 to $2S.oo. Best ever shown on Coast; 5 dozen; no two alike; tan, reseda, gray, copen., navy, wisteria and cream. Wonderful values at Finch & Finch. ■>.;-. .:■..>';..*:.. jSf.S .->:■ "■*.■■■ .v. "In the Spring a woman's fancy turns to thoughts of Hats and Suits." Our complete and exclusive showing of Hats and Suits has given rise to fresh "tea-table talk," and the Prices, the Style, and the Quality. Special early Spring Hats made of woven braid and trimmed with bows and bands of ribbon—$5.00. Strictly tailormades, Knox, Gage and Phipps' Models, and smart creations from our own designing room—$10.00 and up. Suits of serge, mannish materials, worsteds and flannels, $25.00, $27.50 and $30.00. Dressier Suits in handsome satins, novelty cloths— $35.00 up. Finch & Finch LADES' WEAR ' The Store That Serves You Best Lenten Delicacies Gorgona Anchovies, in salt or oil 50c Anchovies, per keg 50c Lobster, per glass, 85c, 75c, 50c and 35c Trout in Jelly, per tin 50c Cod Fish Balls, per tin 25c Spiced Herring, per tin 25c Herrings vvith Anchovy Sauce 25c Devilled Herrings, per tin 25c Golden Haddies, 2 tins for 25c Fresh Mackerel, per. tin 25c Devilled Crab Meat, per tin 25c Fresh Crab, per tin 25c ..VEGETABLE AND GARDEN SEEDS-ALL VARIETIES.. DIXI H. ROSS & CO. Independent Grocers, 1317 Government Street Tels. go, 51, 52. Liquor Dept. Tel. 1590 OMINECA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 3 TAKE notice tliat Steve Wulteh, of Prince Rupert, occupation Railroader, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:— Commencing at a post planted about one mile west of the southwest corner of Lot 385, and marked S. W.'s N. E. cor.; thence south 80 chains; west SO chains; north 80 chains; east SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated December 28, 11)10. STEVE WUKEH. mar 18 Norman McMillan, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Elizabeth Bishoft, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Housekeeper, Intends to npply for permission lo purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 2'_i miles north-easterly from the head waters of Millbrook Cove; thenee east eighty chains; thence north eighty chnins; thence west eighty chnins; thence south eighty chains to point of commencement and containing 040 acres, more or less. Dated January 27th, 1911. ELIZABETH BISHOFF. mar 25 Frederick A. Smith, Agent i8 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 1911 TRICKS OF THE TRADE In last issue The Week made a brief reference to a case which was then sub judice, in which the well-known firm of Kirk & Company, coal dealers of Victoria West, were prosecuting one of their carters named Lehrman for stealing eoal. The charge was made with respect to the alleged stealing of a sack of coal, but the prosecution was unable to substantiate the charge, and under the able cross-examination of Mr. H. A. McLean, K.C, the principal in the firm of Kirk & Company was forced to admit that his firm had abstracted large quantities of coal from trucks .sold to the Fairview Nursery, in one case as much as five and a half tons. It is true that Mr. Kirk claimed that the coal abstracted was replaced by what he could scrape up around the yard which, however, would not in any case be of the same grade as that taken from the trucks, which was "Pea," and if it was so replaced it must have been by "slack" worth from a dollar to a dollar fifty less per ton. Against this very lame defence the Fair- view Nurseries testified that they had not been notified either of the abstraction or the substitution and that whereas it was the rule for them to sign a ticket of acknowledgment for all coal received there was no instance in which they had signed or been called upon to sign for the alleged substituted fuel. The view put forward by Mr. McLean ancl concurred in by many people who are familiar with the case is that to cover their own irregularities the firm of Kirk & Company had prosecuted Lehrman without any justification in the hope that if they could make the case against him stick they might be held blameless in the matter of their own dealings. The dismissal of the case against Lehrman leaves the firm of Kirk & Company in a very serious position. Admittedly large tonnages of coal have been abstracted from the consignments to the Fairview Nurseries and there is no proof that it has been replaced. It is hardly reasonable to suppose that the Fair vieAV Nurseries is the only firm which has been victimized, and whoever the thief may be, many householders in Victoria West will have an uneasy suspicion that their coal bills have been unduly inflated by a system of short-weight delivery. And then there is the matter of the other coal dealers of Victoria, men of high standing, against whose honesty nothing is known and who may not improbably have been isuspected 'of some such practices as appear to have been indulged in Victoria West. The whole case is one of a particularly nauseating character; it leaves a nasty taste in the mouth, and as matters stand, unless the firm implicated can very speedily clear their skirts it is probable that some investigation will be held, which may result in revelations of a still more startling character than those which have already leaked out. AN OFFICIAL OPINION Tlie Week has frequently commented on the leniency shown towards criminals in the United States and Canada, and thc highest authorities have hold that it is prompted by a mawkish sentiment which in its widespread manifestations is calculated to defeat the ends of justice and to embolden the* evil-doer. This view is strongly endorsed in a remarkable preface to the Blue Book on Judicial Statistics issued by the British Home Office. The report strongly favours the amendments to the Prison Acts which have been effected during the last ten years to facilitate an offender's return to the path of honesty, and to make the punishment imposed on him an aid rather than a hindrance in his way. But it deplores the fact that public sentiment has gone far beyond this. In magazines and newspapers articles on crime and punishment have become compassionate and sympathetic, and the ingenuity of the writers, especially in the case of short stories, has brought about a defence for crime and an acceptance of > excuses which common sense cannot hut reject. The article in question believes that the steady increase of crime during the last ten years is largely due to a general relaxation in public sentiment with regard to it. Ingenious frauds and rob beries by idols of society form the themes of the most popular novels; the modern heroes of fiction are neither a Turpin nor a .Claude Duval, for the very entourage of these men belongs to a different age, but their popular successors are a Raffles or an Arsene Lupin, and the modern criminal is too often vested with some of the romance that with more reason belonged in the highwaymen of old. This tendency is calculated to cloud the judgment and to deepen the impression that crime is simply an ingenious and easy way of making a living. Once the public can be brought to regard the criminal as a victim, the danger of this is greatly increased. The whole article is a plea for the abandonment of the public press, and especially magazines, as a tribunal for pronouncing on the treatment of criminals and a prompt and just enforcement of the penalties which the law has attached to crime. AUTOMOBILISTS It is not often that a deputation waiting upon a Minister with a full expectation of "roasting" him come away finding themselves "done to a turn," but such was the experience of the deputation which went to beard the Attorney-General in his den on the subject of the new Automobile Law. Mr. Bowsi-r's complete mastery of the subject, his reciial of British precedent in throwing the onus of proof on the shoulders of the defendant, and his emphatic avowal that the Act did not aim at curtailing the pleasure of automobilists but .at ensuring the safety of the public completely disarmed criticism. To apply a well-known couplet "those who went to scoff remained to pray." The upshot of the whole matter is that the law will be enforced, and that it will not be modified until automobilists have redeemed their promise made to the Government when the Act was under consideration to form a club amongst themselves and discipline their own refractory members. This promise has apparently been forgotten; if it had been carried out the path of automobilists would have been very much smoother, the police would have had less trouble, ancl there would have been no need of deputations. Meanwhile, banished from the public streets of the city during the day-time, scorchers are burning up the track around Beacon Hill in the "wee sma' hours" and in this way letting off the steam. Why not arrange to use the Willows Track when it is not required for other purposes? THE WRECK OF THE SECHELT It is difficult to write about the wreck of the Sechelt without saying more than one would wish to say in view of the sorrow and grief in which so many persons must have been plunged. The investigation which has commenced before the coroner may not improbably be continued before a Royal Commission and it would be unwise to enlarge upon several features of the catastrophe which are being discussed on the street, such as the construction of the ill-fated vessel, the manner in which she was loaded ancl the persons on whom the responsibility rests for sending her to her doom. All these matters will receive the fullest consideration, ancl it is surely not too much to hope that the result will be a radical change in the system under whicli coasting vessels are licensed, especially when they carry passengers. Meanwhile, every heart will beat in pro-' found sympathy with the bereaved ones, ancl the public will acclaim the beautiful memorial service held in Christ Church Cathedral to which an element of pathos was added by the close association of Captain James with the religious work of the parish, and the presence of so fine a body of Boy Scouts at the ceremony. QUESTION OF RIGHT In discussing the action of Lord Swaythling who willed that in the event of any of his children forsaking the Jewish faitli or marrying anyone of another faith they are to lose the greater part of their inheritance, a contemporary remarks that no man has a moral right to bind the actions of future generations, especially in the matter of religious belief. That this is simply a matter of the right of personal liberty and t]b&t it is time that laws allowing wills of'that kind were repealed. Does the writer seriously mean that being of sane mind, and not unduly influenced by other persons, a testator should be prevented by law from lending his money to whomsoever he pleases, with whatever stipulations he sees fit to make? It is hardly necessary to point out that if such a thing were possible there would be an end of the making of wills, and property generally would be disposed of by "deed of gift" during the life-time of the owner, in which case the consequences to expectant legatees would probably be far more disappointing than under the present system. If there is any question of the right to personal liberty, surely it extends to the man who is disposing of what is his own. A DISTINGUISHED MINORITY The Mayor of London, Ont., found himself the only person present at a public meeting called to establish a "George" fund in his city, which proves that there are at least two cities in Canada in which the Mayor takes a singular view of his position. The people of London showed their good sense by staying away, and everyone who knows London knows that it is one of the most loyal of places and one which has distinguished itself frequently by professions of allegiance to the British Crown. The Week has no patience with this "George" and "Mary" fund which is something like an American "freak" notion, and which is based upon the preposterous supposition that British subjects who are fortunate enough to be named "George" or "Mary" are more loyal, or would do more to prove their loyalty than those who rejoice in less distinguished names. There is absolutely no "raison d'etre" for either fund; if any appeal is to be made it should be on the broadest basis. TREATMENT OF HINDUS The Colonist deprecates the allegation that. Hindus are being treated with injustice in British Columbia; in fact it goes further and announces from its pedestal as a newspaper authority that "we fail to see a single ground for the claim that the Hindus do not receive equal justice here with any other people." What does the Colonist say to the authenticated fact that the head of a Victoria firm went to the police and induced them to lock up a Hindu in the police cells for some hours, without laying any information or making any charge, simply on the plea that they wanted him to give evidence in an action in which thev were interested, ancl they had reason to believe that the Hindu was going to leave town? Does the Colonist believe that if the Hindu had been a white man he could have been subjected to this treatment ? On verification of tbe fact by a reference to the Police Department will the Colonist withdraw its oracular utterance that "Hindus receive equal justice here with other people." DEPUTY MINISTER OF RAILWAYS The appointment of Mr. F. C. Gamble to the important position of Deputy Minister of Railways is in line with lthe policy of the Government to make the Public Service efficient, and to secure promotion by merit. Of Mr. Gamble's fitness for the position it would be superfluous to speak. By natural ability, by expert training, by lengthy and varied experience ancl by special knowledge of the needs of the Province Mr. Gamble is better equipped for the position than any other man we could mention. He is so modest and retiring in disposition that only those that have been intimately associated with hiin know his true worth. That he will continue to render invaluable service to the Province which he has already served so long and so well is not open to question. The Week heartily congratulates him on a well- deserved and singularly apposite promotion. nadian port, Victoria. On their arrivl it was found that no Dominion Goveri ment official could do anything for thei or with them. There was no fund froi which to feed or house them, and no meaif of transporting them to the Alberni dl trict where they were legally domicile! This was the verdict of Mr. W. E. Ditcl burn, the Indian Agent, and therefo| must be correct. It was not possible accommodate them even in the DetentiJ Building, so they had to be herded in tl T-olice cells, which seems to be the on| asylum in Victoria for unfortuna British subjects who do not even enj| the distinction of being pampered crii] inals. The American authorities deser great praise for the hospitality which thj extended to the Indians, but when th| reached Vancouver Island it may tru be said "they came unto their own, aj their own received them not." AN UNBALANCED JUDGMENT It is a pity that the Victoria Tir cannot find even one redeeming trait] Premier McBride. In a recent editor! he is denominated "a foolish and fa prophet, making reckless assertions frl a pedestal upon which his blind and hided followers have placed him, justl if he were an oracle." The whole troul is about the Reciprocity Agreemej which he deprecates amongst other sons because he believes that in its work| out it will have a tendency to weaken ties that bind us to the Motherland. McBride in his original manifesto on j subject emphatically declared that the alty of Canada was not in question, only the Times would be so purblindl to suggest that the one statement confl| with the other, and only the Times wd fall back upon such American sil phraseology as "political piffle" to descl the utterances of a man who has clonj much for British Columbia as Mr. Bride. The voice of the people will hJ ly bear out the statement that it is McBride who has "deceived his blind, deluded followers." A PRIVATE INTERVIEW The writer of this paragraph recalls! time when he would as soon have fq the darkest dungeon as one of those '1 vate interviews" to which he wasl youth invited by the head-master of | college. While the result may have satisfactory from the standpoint of dj pline there were few boys who would! willingly have submitted to many stil rather than to the dreaded interviev deux." Police Magistrate Jay hasl joyed the unique experience of bein J vited by the criminal boy to grant suc[ interview, a circumstance probably out precedent in the history of the wl The Week is certain that the interviewf productive of nothing but good, and] follow the subsequent career of Sil Tompkins, let out on suspended sent-J with profound interest. WOMAN SUFFRAGE There is more than a suspicion thai odd man here and there who standi in support of Woman's Suffrage is self a subject of "petticoat" governd The leading women of Colorado, hel by the President of the Colonial Da a lady who for many years was iiJ forefront of the battle for Woman's [ frage, declare that it has been a fa| where it has had a more extended than in any other State of the V\ The Week has looked in vain for a to Mrs. Goddard from any of the ol izations which still advocate Woii Suffrage. Her indictment is too sel to be over-.ooked by those who really f the cause at heart. WARDS OF OTTAWA A number of Vancouver Island Indians were shipwrecked iii American waters. Uncle Sam rescued them, clothed thein, and transported them to the nearest. Ca- SUPPRESSING THE NEWS In view of the great importance til public of the case of Kirk & Co., and Lehrman it is not a little sind that the Colonist suppressed the nanl the coal firm involved as well as thol all of the most interesting people I gave evidence, whilst the Times mact comment and gave but a very cinascuj report of the proceedings. There be some reason for such an extraordil course, but it does not lie on the suil
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Title | Week |
Contributor | W. Blakemore |
Publisher | Victoria : ""The Week"" Publishing Company, Limited |
Date Issued | 1911-04-01 |
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Notes | Publisher changes in chronological order: publisher not identified (1904-1906) The Week Publishing Co., Ltd. Offices (1906-1907) "The Week" Publishing Company, Limited (1907-1918) publisher not identified (1918-1920) |
Identifier | Week_1911_04_01 |
Series | BC Historical Newspapers |
Source | Original Format: Royal British Columbia Museum. British Columbia Archives. |
Date Available | 2017-03-21 |
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