Pis.".' sV- w. M' I m v :'���������* ���������si With which is incorporated "The Huntingdon Star" fTr������������. * Vol. IX., No, 18. 4BB0TSF0RD, B, C.,; FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1915 <n^^5b>8 $1.00 per Year S\ Pioneer Store - Abbotsford The Sale of Sweater Coats, Men's Underwear, Men's and Women's Boots and Shoes is to be continued: SUMAS SCHOOL BOARD Sweater Coats at .'. COST MEN'S UNDERWEAR Regular $1.25 at 75c .Regular $1.50 at 91.00 - MEN AND WOMEN'S Boots and Shoes to clear, at ACTUAL COST. And other Articles too numerous to mention. Dry Watch our Windows for Bargaina Goods and Groceries, Etc, 1 The first meeting of the school board for the year was held at the Huntingdon school on January 30th Present: YV. Porter, W. Roberts. T B. Straiton and ,'E.' E. Austin. Trustees.W. Porter and VV. Roberts the newly elected' trustees took tlie oath of ollice. It was found that nominations to fill the vacancies of trustee at the recent election had been called for three trustees, '.two having finished their term of office and one having resigned. .Three nominations were entered, but that<of Mr. Straiton was void, as he had another year to serve It thus happened that a bye-election must he field to fill the vacant seat, and the Returning Officer agreed to conduct it without cost to the Board. Trustee Porter was re-appointed chairman for 1915, and'J. VV. Winson secretary. r , The date of the bye-election was fixed for the third-Monday in February, poll if necessary to take place on the following Saturday.' A long and, careful -debate was made over the estimates for 1915, these being finally passed at $500 lower than 1914.' Estimates, in detail: Salaries over government grant $960; Janitor work $2 90;-Firewood $200; Secretary $20.00;. Power for Huntingdon $15; Assessing, Postage", Stationery, etc., $55.00 To Abbotsford schools (less .Matsqui.Subs.--)-.$-ds00.00;: Emergencies $150.00; Supplies $200;,,Total $2150 In hand $550; amount required from council" $1600.0. The appointment of Miss Kent to .Majuba School and her resignation S' MEETS Ii VICTORIA Amman! Convention of tlio Ii. C. Fruitgrowers * a Grand Success��������� Many Delegates from All Parts oi Tho Province. The annual convention of the B. C. Fruitgrowers held its convention on Tuesday and Wednesday last in the Agricultural Convention Hall of the Parliament Buildings. * Some matters .of vital importance to the fruitgrowers came up for discussion during the course of the meeting and very interesting addresses were given at the morning session by Sir Richard McBride, Mr. F. W. Peters and the president oi' the Association Mr#> F. C. Ricardo, who read his annual address. ��������� . A-very good- attendance was recorded, and, judging from the interest manifested, the convention, says the Colonist, was a marked success. Mr. Ricardo in opening the convention with the presidental address said that he was very much encouraged by the large attendance of the members, many of whom had come at their personal expense, all the way from the Interior of the Province to ,tal;e part in the meeting. There had at first been some doubt as to whether the annual convention should. *b"e;ii"eJd"bh"account of tlie war and its consequences; In view of the fact that it was a matter offlrst .importance that' fruit-growing one' of the province's greatest industries should* be fostered and that everything pos- in,two weeks later owing to serious sible. should be done to support and illness of her father was accepted by encourage it, especially since the the board.,The ^recommendation of past pear had not been entir'eiy sat- Miss Elliott by the nspector as iSfactory it was all the more import- teacher at Majuba was accepted and ant that the industry be operated a-' long the best lines in 1915. j approximately the, same as last year, and, with a wider export market, all competition from other countries would be checked. Mr. F. W. Peters was then called upon to speak in regard to the trans portation services that would be afforded the fruit growers. He stated that the railways were all interested in the work doing their, best to reii-, dered a satisfactory service to the growers throughout the Province. He reported satisfactory, gains in the freight shipments from various fruit centres in the Okanagan district over those ,clf the previous., years. In Penticton there had been an increase of 29 per cent; in Sum-' merland, 8 per. cent; Peachland 4 0' per cent; in other points on the Okanagan .42 per cent; in Vernon 51 'per cent. ��������� ��������� t, , In May the Kettle River Valley Railway will open, although the exporters will not gain much benefit' from it until later in the,year. Mr; Peters described "tlie various routes of the railways and . gave a -brief from- the coast into the Interior../ A large number of' tourists were - expected to pass through the fruitgrowing area next summer on account of the Panama-Pacific exposition, and arrangements would be made for this reception. Sir Richard McBride >was warmly' welcomed by the Association, and he made several remarks tending to encourage the industry, and/-assuring,' 3835 WWVmm ���������V) MT. LEHMAN NEWS The True Blues have started a Whist Club which is well attended in the Orange Hall. The boys are getting drill exercise to the strains of the bag pipes." _ The business meeting of the Presbyterian church was held .last week and was addressed by Rev. Geo. A. Wilson, superintendent of Missions for B. C. Reports were submitted from the various organizations. Mr. Alex Gillis reported for the board of managers which was satisfactory con sidering the hard times Mrs Bell and Mrs. Geo. McCallum reported for the Ladies' Aid who had raised $150 for the manse debt. A Ivearty vote of thanks was given to the ladies for their good work. Mr. A. O. Thom- scon reported for the S. S., which showed increase in attendance and receipts. Rev Mr. Reid reported for the session and gave rathw surprising statements regarding the work. He said he had during the year walked 465 miles and travelled on B. C. E. R. about 500 miles and visited 120 families. Rev. Mr. Kerr of New Westminster gave a splendid lecture on student life in Germany He spoke on the many good features of the German people; their educational system he said was the best In the wor.ld, far beyond anything ever at tempted in Canada., in his opinion. The learned gentlemen explained in a very clear and interesting way their dominating militarism and causes, which led to the present terrible war Their theory of might is right was at present undergoing a severe test and their militarism would crush the aspiration of a great nation. The next monthly lecture is to be given by Rev. D. A. McRae of Cloverdale on "Christian and Social Problems" On Friday. 26th February in the Orange Hall The Pied Piper of Hamlin will be acted by the school children trained by Miss Reid A forenoon livery of 30 cords of wood for the service at 11 a. m. is to be arranged Huntingdon school���������maple, alder or position confirmed. It was decided to divide the salary for.January of $60.00 between Miss Kent and Miss Elliott Resolved: That in future the floors of the schools be oiled in future: Trustee T B. Straiton to attend to Kilgarde and Straiton schols; Trustee Austin to Musselwhite and the secretary to Majuba Hili. .The janitor work in the outlying schools to be paid for at the rate of 5 cents per diem for sweeping and 5 cents for fire building.' That the parents of children attend throu^houtThTTelir,* ing municipal schools from outside of the school district be charged each child a pro rata amount of the cost of running the school.,. That tenders be called for the de-' British Columbia fruit had proved itself to be just as good as that produced over the border, and in many cases, far superior. Boxes would be secured at less cost this year, .which would naturally tend to materially cutdown one of the greatest of a fruit grower's expenses. The 1914 harvest had been 20 per cent. over, that of 1912. once a month in the church to meet the needs of those who cannot attend the usual evening service at 7:30. The first service of this kind will be on Sabbath 14th February at 11 a. m. Sabbath school at 2 p. m. as usual , Please keep in, mind the date'of the grand concert to be-given on February 19 at '.Qie Alexandria Hall to help the funds of the True Blue Orphanage. There will be songs, dialogues, tableaux and other interesting diversions. One of the star attractions will be the comic dialogues, of "Pat's Dilemna" and "Dr. Snowball" ���������KB DRY GOODSf M1LLLVERY, LADIES AND CHILDREN'S U.YI'ER- WEAR, HOSIERY, GLOVES, CORSETS/NOTIONS, FANCY HANDKERCHIEFS, NECKWEAR BLOUSES, BOYS' CLOTHING, GENTS' FURNISHINGS, ETC., ETC- A Store of Quality, Moderate Prices, Courteous Treatment and a Square Deal to All. - "B iismess as Usual *������ New Spring Stock Arriving Daily Reduce Cost of Production. - i British Columbia farmers should endeavor to keep in touch with shippers and bring the cost' of production down to a minimum. The outlook for the year was generally very favorable to the development of the industry as the best prices would be received for the produce. Mr. R. M. Winslow, the secretary read the report of the executive and the secretary, which also covered that of the advertising committee transportation committee, ran.spor- tation committee, legislative' committee, the labor committee and the treasurer. School Board Approves of Flat Re- The provincial work done by the duction in Case of All Teachers in executive during the,past year had birch, four foot lengths, by July 1st payment on delivery. Various communications were received and dispatched. . Board adjourned to March 6th. TEN PER CENT CUT IN TEACHERS' SALARIES High and Graded Schools. A reduction of 10 per cent, in the salaries of all teachers in the High School and graded schools was decided upon by the Boarrd of School Trusteees. The cut, as authorized by the board, makes no distinction between the high salaried and- low salaried teachers. AH must suffer proportionately. The saving effected bf the reduction is estimated to amount to $18,775. The reduction will become effective as from January 1 and will be operative for the present year There was some discussion as to whether the reduction should be made on the basis of a graded scale according to the amount of salary paid, or made by a fiat reduction on ' all. Trustee Dinsdale suggested that on salaries over $100 the reduction should be 12 1-2 per cent, and under $100, 10 per cent. Trustee Deaville's motion for the 10 per cent cut all a- round was approved. The Abbotsford Hotel arrivals during the last few days included G. H. Haveman, of Bradner, J. J. Banfield and wife of Vancouver, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Sainsbury, of Vancouver, T. ,S. Fillimore of Victoria, A. Richardson of Vancouver and F. M. Johnston ' of New Westminster. , been towards securing publicity for British Columbia. . It was urged by the executive that the advertising be continued, and 'the government support had been granted in this direction. The membership for the year had reached a total of 876.. The general returns were the lowest recorded in recent years. In various branches of the ���������industry advances had been made, but the general conditions were against high prices.. United States,fruitgrowing had had a good year and the crop was better-than any since 1876, consequently tlie Americans had enjoyed considerable control of the markets, but this year, with wages for farm hands less and with various other expenses reduced, the crop should be profitable The transportation service had been generally satisfactory and the freight rates to the Interior of the Province had been reduced, and by "'���������the inauguration of the Kettle River Valley Railroad, the carrying of the freight to the coast would" be very greatly facilitated. Trade with Australia would be more vigorous this year, as all difficulties in carrying on interchange of freight with this country had been overcome. The price" to consumers would be] - (Continued on Page Two) the-'members ���������that-"t-he:'-:- government was devoting, much attention to the various questions' relating to the industry. - .'---' , "I feel that I have been specially privileged," said Sir Richard, "on this occasion when I am enabled to* meet with delegates from all .parts of the province of British Columbia- who, at" their own' expense of time and'money have come here to render what assistance they can to- the development of the fruit industry. In these' times of financial stringency, it speaks well -for. .these gentlemen, who have sacrificed' so much to attend this"1 meeting. "Last year the crops were 'large and the harvests excellent, but every year we see how best we can improve conditions. I have no specific information as to what you propose to discuss particularly, but there are a few points-to which 1 wish to draw attention. ' . "Frst of all. I wish to express my appreciation cf the timely aid and assistance lendered by the fruit growers whoh ave gone out of their way in order that the work of the department may be more efficient Many" of your members have done heroic work in aiding the industry. "It seems to me that the co-operative plan should be more generally promoted, for I believe that through its agency a good deal more profit would be derived. Need of Co-operation The time has come when there should be greater unanimity of cooperation throughout , the province. Economy should be sought and, with co-operation, we' are not without hope that its benefits will be <ob- tained. \ "*' "The conditions that beset tho Empire at the present time are felt here, although we are not in contact with the daily happenings, but we are making many sacrifices and are prepared to make more. We have proved our ability to face the difficulties which now confront tho Empire, and we have demonstrated ourselves as equal to any emergency (Applause). "We have had to bear some un-"��������� fair competition from the country to the south, and while I would be the last to say anything that might affect the equilibrium existing bet- ��������� ween the two nations, We have ourselves to consider first always, and there is only one conclusion to be derived from the wholesale shipments of American goods into our own legitimate markets, that we may try to obtain the support of the dominion government. We should spare no effort in that direction, and endeavor to impress upon the authorities at Ottawa the necessity of increasing the duty on fruit from the United States. THB ABBOf-SFORt) POSt, ABBOTSFORD. B. C. SBE0 THE ABBOTSFORD POST. Published Every Friday by The Post Publishing Company A weekly Journal devoted to the interests of Abbotsford and district Advertising rates made known on application , Our Shibboleth���������Neither 'for nor agin' the Government FRIDAY. FEBRUARY 5th, 19IB FRUITGROWERS' CONVENTION MMICTS IN VICTORIA (Continued from Page One) "I honestly feel that the whole situation ' may be adjusted without any increase in cost to the conusmor In an effort of this- kind wo may expo-1 the co-operation of other *.ro- vincOiS of the dominion. "'"or twenty-lwo years 'we have been working against an adverse monej market. Capital has uhvu>:> been wanting, but you have gone a- l\ead v.*ilh the work, despite th'i I'au that the money expected was r.-j*; received. But the province has a future that cannot !)���������* taken away, and (he .'act cannot be questioned. it ���������.-.hoik1 be a source of pride to think that while the present stringency and��������� tiiH troubled state exists, \vc: can still yo ahead v'lli our wor.c v.iO province." A hearty vote .of thanks to the Premier was moved by Mr. R. M. Palmer, and seconded by the president, Mr. Ricardo. <* In the ��������� afternoon, session was heard a report from the markets commissioner Mr: Forsyth Smith, on his work during the past year in stimulating trade with the Prairie Provinces and Eastern Canada. On Wednesday' a number of resolutions were passed as follows: 1. "That the full pint hallock and crate be adopted as a legal and a standard package for berries, thus equalizing competition with imported fruit, particularly berries. 2. "That the dominion government be requested to enact legislation compelling dealers receiving fruit on consignment to make returns to the shippers, showing condition of fruit on arrival; to whom it was sold, the buyers' address and the price received therefor and that returns be made at least once a Aveek." An address on "Cooperation in the Okanagan" was then given by Mr. R. Robertson, manager of the Okanagan United Growers, who has been one of the chief agitators for co-operative movement among fruit growers for some time, and whose "efforts in that direction have, already ��������� brought many excellent results. Mr. Robertson stated that the true spirit of co-operation should be for the members to bind themselves together by contract or penalty and J drew attention to the fact that clover give aid to those that are weaker an(i alfalfa could be grown,very pro- and unable to bear as much burden as j fitably in conjunction, thus allowing no waste space on the farms. The Minister believed that a large superior to the Washington products and thatr they had secured a ready market. . , With regrd to the outlook of the fruit industry in the Okanagan he said that efforts would be made towards the amalgamation of .shipping intrests. ' Tho country had the climate, the land and the people, and by avoiding the mistakes that had previously' been made, the indications pointed to real prosperity in the days to come, such as yet had never been- enjoyed. The remainder of the morning was spent in the discussion of the resolutions, a report on by-products'and a general discussion on various points brought up in the address of Mr. Robertson. In the afternoon the discussion was continued until the arrival r of the Minister of Agriculture, the Hon. Price Ellison. "1 have had several previous opportunities," he said, " to address the Association, but what 1 have to say fo day will be on very different lines. The time has passed when the Department of Agriculture had to urge the fruit growers ot the Province to continue in their work and to give instructions as to how tho industry should be conducted. You have become the most epert fruit grower in the world, and not only do you produce the bes.t apples, but you have gained for yourself the reputation of being, the most expert fruit packers in the world." The Minister stated that he remembered the birth of the industry in the Province when the first carloads were being brought to the coast, and it was a striking contrast to what was going on today. The progress that had been made not only reflected credit on the farmers themselves, but also on the efforts of the Department cf Agriculture, which had never ceased in its efforts to better conditions. He felt that co-operation was absolutely necessary, and stated that the Department was very much in favor of its promotion. A plea was made by the Minister for economy in all things pertaining to the operation of the industry. Better results could be obtained in a financial way by not paying so much attention to the packing and cutting down expenses in that direction. He advocated the growing of other produce besides'fruit on fruit farms, and the others. He reported- that thtv' movement was making substantial progress in the Okanagan, and was gradually making for; better cohdit- ionsthroughbut the province. He paid- tribute to the department of agriculture, the Deputy Minister and Canadian Pacific Railway, all of whom had rendered very great assistance in the various ways towards promoting the co-operative scheme. At present, he did not think . it practicable for the, producers to act as their own, salesmen, but it. should be quite possible to eliminate the profits of the wholesalers and jobbers by sending goods direct to the retailers. Causes of Depression Mr. Robertson cited two reasons' which he accounted for the depression in the fruit growing industry last year from a financial view point. First of all, of course, the war and its susequont uncertain financial conditions had nat.urally been, detrimental. The second cause wr.s the prevalence of reports during the summer that large'crops were being harvested everywhere, and that the. prices would consequently be very low. The. United States lately had' been very succcessful with its apple business. The reason for this was simply because the farmers on the other sids of the line were enterprising and had used better business methods in marketing their produce. Columbia fruit, however, was vastly superior to American, and if similar methods to those employed in the United States were adopted in British Columbia there should be little difficulty in checking all competition. As to the results gained by the United Growers, Mr. Robertson said that the cost of various commodities such as box material, had been considerably reduced and that not a single official complaint had been received from consumers in regard to the goods supplied in speaking of the -likelihood of more trade being carried on with the Antipodes, he mentioned the fact that British Columbia apples had proved themselves trade in fruit could be developed with the United Kingdom by shipping through the Panama Canal. Efforts were being made to secure a higher rate of .taxation on fruit coming from the United States, which would naturally tend to check all competition coming from that quarter. The fruit growers of the province had received, large loans of'money from the government, but when <it could be proved that the money had been used in the nest possible way to foster'the' industry and had been found inadequate, then the growers were perfectly justified in asking for further assistance. .As in the past years, it had always been the aim of the provincial government' to do all in its power to' foster the industry in every way possible. At the conclusion of the address, which was received very enthusiastically by the Association, a, general discussion took place, chiefly concerning the co-operative work of the Salmon Arm fruit growers. The other business transacted included the resolutions reported by the resolutions committee; the amendment to objects of' the Association, and tile election of directors for 1915 The evening'session opened shortly after 8 o'clock, the first hour being taken up with the discussion of a few minor points. Then Mr. W. E. Scott, Deputy Minister of Agriculture addressed the meeting. He pointed out that the prices this season had been very unsatisfactory. Per haps financial conditions were partly responsible, but the principal reason was the slumping of fruit from.the United States. The only protection for this was by raising the tariff, representation to this effect had of course, already been made to Ottawa by the fruitgrowers, who could be assured that the provincial government were supporting them. Mr. Scott pointed out the increase in the tariff was not the only way to insure fruitgrowers getting a good price for their produce. The cost of production must be lessened, they must economise, and he strongly advised them to patronize their own cooperative associations-and.not to underrate the value of advertising. With regard to exhibits this year, all efforts of the provincial government would be centred on their exhibition at the Panama Exposition. The C. P. R .had agreed to house the exhibit in their own building and to give all the assistance possible in making it a success. The following directors wore then elected: Victoria, W. F. Somers; Duncan-Nanaimo, R; M. Palmer; Lower Mainland (south of the' Fraser) George I. Thornton; Lower Mainland (north of the Fraser) Mission and East) F. M. Shook; Lower Mainland (north of the Fraser, west of Mission), J. C. Metcalfe; Salmon Ann Armstrong, F. D. Nicholson; Vernon- Coldstreain, \V. C. Ricardo; Okanagan Centre-North Kelowna, J. E. Reekie; Kelowna (South and East), \V. C. Pooley; Summerland, R.- V. Agur; Vernon-Long Lake, \V. S. PogT go; P.enticlon, E. VV. Mutch; Simil- kameen, J. J. Armstrong; Kettle River, James Ilookc; Arrow and Slocan Lakes, Thomas Abricl; Nelson and Lower Kootenay, James Johnstone; Kaslo and Upper Kootenay, E. Norman; Creston and East Kootenay, James Compton; Gulf Island, Alex Law; Lytton to Kamloops (including WestLillooett) C. E. Barnes; Peach- land-Westluink.J. L. Vicary. . The executive were re-elected unanimously, as follows: W. C. Ricardo, president; Thomas Abriel, vice-president; F. D. Nicholson, R. M. Palmer, J as. Rooke, W. S. Foggo, Hon. Price Ellison, Minister of Agriculture, W. E. Scott, Deputy Minister of Agriculture, ex-olficio; R. M. Winslow. secretary. At the afternoon session of Tuesday's convention" a report containing much, valuable data was read by the markets commissioner, Mr. J. Forsyth Smith, on his activities during the past year in the Prairie Provinces and elsewhere, with a view to stimulating- and promoting trade in British Columbia fruit. Mr. Forsyth Smith pointed out the different requirements of the Eastern markets, especially of Toronto and Montreal. The favorites were generally of prime favor and possessing long preserving qualities. A larger shipment of peaches could have been disposed of had the British Columbia growers been aware of the fact. In the shipment;of rliubarb, competition was found chiefly from Walla Walla, where the carloads were mixed with other vegetables. In strawberries there was a-much-smaller market I as there was not so much preserving done as in former years. Wherever they were, .received, however, they were appreciated, and there would probably be a greater demand for them next year. Trade in apricots and cherries was somewhat confused last year, and more advertising was recommended. There was an over-supply of tomatoes which accounted for a considerable slump in the price. Very little sentiment was ever expressed in the wholesale business, but what there had . been was favorable to British Columbia. In regard to obtaining publicity for British Columbia fruit, the commissioner advised the appointment of salesmen who would carry samples of the various fruits and give lectures wherever they went. The plan, while it seemed somewhat radical, was operated last year" with great success. Various circulars were being distributed but practical demonstration was much more effective and had been proved more desirable. PAOIFTO FISH ERIES A Montreal-news item says.that it is believed in that city that there will be great expansion in the fishing industry on tho Pacific coast of Canada.1 It 'is being "stimulated to some extent by the closing of the North Sea,'but the belief is expressed, by those whose opportunities for judging are of the best, that even after the war the development will go, on. The item goes on to say: Three Canadian express refrigerator cars, carrying 00,000 pounds��������� thirty tons���������of prime halibut taken from the waters of the Pacific Ocean off Prince Rupert, B. C, passed the city en routo for St. John, N. B., where the fish is tp.be shipped by SS. Scandinavian to the British market. A trial"shipment of 20,000 pounds of halibut was made up in Prince Rupert last month and when opened up in England was found to be in first class -.condition, leading to the placing of other large orders. It is only since the completion of the Grand Trunk Pacific transcontinental lino a few months ago that Prince Rupert iish has been on sale in Eastern Canada and the United States. Remarkable catches arc being -made by the fleet, in the Ncyth Pacific, i,llshing grounds, declared to be the richest in' the world, and the fish is at once placed in ice and given a quick run over tho Grand Trunk Pacific. In the case of the shipments to Great Britain the fish is carried over 0,500 miles before it reaches the consumer, but so perfect are the rol'rigcrating precautions that it loses none of its delicacy. do is to go home and behave: themselves and no one.will,seek to injure them". Certainly they wijU he - required to give some better guarantee ofgood behavior, than a."scrap of paper" will be; but when.they have a- greed to arrangements under which the peace of the world can be secured, they will find those, whom' they have chosen to consider their . enemies, ready to,, afford thenr every facility for advancement in peaceful pursuit;���������Ex. An attempt was made recently to burn a C. P. R. bridge east of Rev- elstoke. A tool shed was destroyed Kamloops will be a mobization camp for ,the' next contingent, says Gen. Sam Hughes. ' *' ' THIS CULT OF FORCE Professor I-Iarnack in.a recent article on the outcome of the war, after admitting the possibility of a German defeat, said: "We can at least die" Why should the Germans look upon death as the last resort of their nation? No other people have any wish to kill them. All they need to E. O. .Brundage Painter and Decorator If you want any artistic work in Painting, Paperhanging and Dec- orating give us a call. 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Federation of Labor, adjourned in Nanaimo Thursday last, to jneet in Vancouver next year.:', The resolution of Delegate Robertson, of Nanaimo, declaring in favor of a general strike the moment war was declared between the United States and Great Britain, which resolution was referred back to the resolutions committee at Tuesday's session of the convention, was amended and endorsed by the convention, the amended resolution reading as follows: "Resolved that all labor bodies throughout Canada and the United States, take up the discussion of such questions as anti-militarism, general strike and organization work, so that they will be in,a position should occasion require, to take definite action in such a way as will make war impossible." ^ -*������, Nothing will aotograpti-r^-^d m������re to the pleasure of the friends and kinsfolk ' at home. ��������� THE ROYAL STUDIO ABBOTSFORD. :-* B. 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ROBERTS Plumbing: Shop Old Creamery rtldfr- Abbotsford inter nderwear Stanfields regular- $3-for $2.00 per Suit ' Heavy Rib underwear, regular $2.50 for $1.75 per Suit Abbotsford ABBOTSFORD, B.C Strictly first-class in every respect. The bar is stocked with the best of wines, liquor and cigars, RATES, $1.50 TO &2.0O PER DAY . A..J, HENDERSON & SONS PROPRIETORS i BUTCHER Pork, Mutton, Keef, Veal, Pork Sausages, Wieners and Balogna always on hand. Fish every Thursday Department, of Education and Agriculture to Co-operate in Tho New Course of instruction���������Summer Course Siicco/isi'ii". , For some time past the Department of Education has been making investigations and formulating plans preparatory to the inaugurating of agricultural instruction in the public and high schools of the Province. Following the appointment of a Director of Elementary Agricultural Education, a special course of instruction in agriculture and school gardening was arranged under his direction, and, with the assistance of a number of' instructors, from the department of Agriculture, was successfully carried out. Teachers from all parts of the Province attended this spocjal summer course, 175 being registered in- it, tho largest class of summer studonts in agriculture ever assembled in Canada. flurining concurrently with this course in rural science, manual training and manual arts, art and music, "each of which attracted largo,'classes of studonts teachers, the total attendance registered being in the neighborhood of, GOO; The splendid success which attended this first Summer school for tho teachers in British Columbia has led the Department of Education to decide to' continue it during the coming summer. For those who completed last year's course in rural science and school gardening a second and more advanced course will-be given leading to a special diploma in elementary agriculture, which will entitle-the holder to a special bonus in connection with' the teaching of that subject in the public schools of the Province. A preliminary or first- year course will- also"be given for' teachers who did not attend last year. Agriculture in School Couitse The Department of Education has also decided to include agriculture as an optional subject in the high schools, thereby' making it possible for boys to-pursue this branch of study after leaving the public school. Competent teachers, with special qualifications as ��������� instructors in tlie various branches of agriculture, will be appointed in these high schools, which will"' be chosen from those schools-situated in the best agricultural districts.. . These agricultural specialists, "in addition to teaching agriculture proper, will also assist in teaching * of some of: the regular science work of the high school, especially the biological part. -They will also spend a part of each week supervising "the work in elementary agriculture' arid*"school gardening "in the public,schools of'the districts or municipalities .".in which the "high schools are situated.' ��������� 'Extension classes in agriculture will-be opened in these1 particular high schools' for boys and young men who are not regular students in the high school and who can give only- a portion cf their time to such studies. These classes will be held either during the.day or in the evening, as may. be found convenient or desirable. k In addition to- the organizing of elementary agriculture, nature study and school' gardening,. the- Director��������� is giving "his attention to the general improvement of school grounds. ' As a rule, the school grounds throughout the Province are not in keeping with the' school buildings;. which certainly are scorid to hone in,the'Dominion of Canada..' In many cases the grounds "are-too' small or. are in' such a rough state as to be'of. little use for. recreation'' or. for study. .Some of these-grounds need draining, many grading and leveling, practically all need- planting ' and beautiiication.. Hereafter the school grounds.and gar dens-will be regarded as part of the school equipment, and grants'will;be made towards their improvement and upkeep." . These', departmental- grants will be made-consequent upon grants for a similar purpose being made by the' school boards ' themselves. To help in - this,.,..plans -are-now under way for~'the,' establishing- of a Provincial nursery, where suitable trees'and ornamental shrubs, as well as many kinds of herbaceous.,perennial flowers will be grown' from 'seed for distribution to schools throughout the ���������province. Benefits of Proposals There can be no doubt as to the many" benefits and the far-reaching influences that are bound to result from the carrying out of- such an advanced policy in education and in school improvement. Anything and everything that nia'ies for tho better training of children, ai-d that iits them to take their place in the world of affairs as well as of letters is bound to- be a good investment at the present time in-this provine'.. Through the introduction of agriculture in the course of stiidy for boys -and girls in our public schools, the Department of Education has begun that which cannot but produce an awakening of interest amongst the young people of the Province in sci entitle agriculture. If tills interest' can be -fostered and mantiained by the combined efforts of the Department of. Education, the Department, of Agriculture, with its various branches for instruction and demonstration, and through the Provincial College of Agriculture, with its facilities for scientific instruction and agricultural research, it will not be long until British Columbia will be in possession of the greatest bulwark of strength and stability of which any nation can boast���������a prosperous and contented rural population. The delegates present from tho Fraser Valley wore: M. F*. Shook, 1-latz'ic, .1. C. Metcalfe, Hammond, E. Osborne, Mission City, J. A. Catherwood, Mission City, ' Thos. Catherwood, Hatsdc. Geo. Scoflln, Chilliwack, .1." H..-:McDonald, New Westminster It. C. Abbott, Mission City, It. l-I. Treherne, Agassis*. ' Women's Institutes Tho convention of Women's Institutes of Ontario mut recently in Toronto. City people were astonished to learn how largo was the number of delegates and how orderly and businesslike were-their meetings. The women of- Ontario were the first people in the Province' to see that if farming was to revive conditions in the rural districts must be improved. Since that the organization has spread throughout Canada. It has done much te . make life less difficult and happier in rural'' districts. The women themselves have come together and discussed matters of household management. They have learned from each other how to do their work better and more'Cjuickly. They vie with each other in the improvement of their homes and gardens. Through the instrumentality of the Institutes rural schoolhouses have been improved and libraries established. It may be that in some districts less has been done than enthusiastic, leaders could have wished but, on the whole, life has been awak ened and a spirit of helpful co-operation, aroused among the women. This has been turned to good account since the outbreak of the war. Work has been done 'for the relief of the .Belgians,, for the Red- Cross Society, and for the Patriotic fund that could not have been accomplished unless' an organization had existed. ' ., There can be no question that Women's Institutes will .continue to prosper. -There is so much- ;that c.Mintry women can do to bring a- bout prosperity, happiness nnd goodness in their * districts and, in this way, to the nation. The day of isolation and drudgery has passed for the country woman. There will be hard work but it will be carried on more intelligently and with many more conveniences. Women will know one another and take an interest in each other's wefare. They will learn to make more of the rcsour ces they have. Their gardens will be more productive, their poultry .better cared for. More important than all, their homes will be hap- p er and their children better trained and taught. The women of the - Institutes realize that home-making is the chief business of women and that nothing connected with it is of l'ttle importance. .In this tho chief value of the organization lies. Independence How can one preserve the spirit, of independence in hard times is a problem which faces ninny women n our own city this winter. It con only be done by refusing to take assistance unless it is absolutely necessary. As long as wood can be had for th.e labor of preparing if. no one- should ask for fuel. If fish can ho caught and there is anyone avIio has time to go for them,the table should not be without them. Whatever talent the piother or any member of the family may have should, if possible, be turned to���������account before, assistance is sought. Everyone who buys a home-made article or gives an order for work of any, kind is helping to preserve good citizenship". The man or boy or woman who can find work of, any kind to do, even if it is hard or disagreeable, should on no'account become .dependable! ���������"*'������������������*"- The growth o.f the pauper, spirit is the evil to be fought against; in ' such times as these! .That the -charitable societies see that this canker has already begun to destroy the usefulness of some of our people is( a cause, of grave apprehension. There are girls who would rather remain idle at home than accept low wages. Hundreds of men are content to leave their gardens uncultivated while they are waiting for employment. As many women neglect fo use their spare hours in making some .-article which they. could sell, perhaps for only a small sum, but one that would help to keep things going. ,, ' - A "deputation waited upon tho Victoria council at its last meeting asking for more money for publicity purposes for the .coming year. ���������"PI m lAINTING* PROTECTS YOUR HOUSE! It's the repeated changes from heat to cold, from dampness to drought, from rain to snow, that makes wood rot and crumble and eventually turn to dust. . To preserve your house INDEFINITELY from the elements, you ought to paint it at regular intervals with Bapco Pure Paint ��������� It covers your house with an impene- 'trable coating of PUREST white lead, Unseed oil and zinc, and shuts out the destructive elements for years to come. . We sell and recommend BAPCO Pure Paint to our customers, because we have their best interests at heart. Mission Hardware Co. - Mission City, B. C. MAIL ORDERS PROMPTIA* ATTENDED TO. V <p m w te tntf ABBOTSFORD POST ABBOTSF(.\*������D.. B. 0 . ,���������������������������������*��������� -������������ i t"~ir (q>r^a������M>- ���������^-i-������^������. ��������� .'*._ "T% 1 -^*- NOTICE N.30I3-14 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRI- ISH COLUMBIA hot ween GEORGE RICHARD NELSON Plaintiff And FRED II. ROWEN Defendant To Fred H Bowen, Sometime of Hax.olniero, B. C. TAKE NOTICE that on tho 10th day of November, ,1914, a writ of summons was iHsued in tho above action by the above named plaintiff which olaimocl (a) judgment against you for the sum of .f.OOO.OO principal and $28.35 interest on the sum of $500.00 from tho 13th February, 1914, to. 1st November, 1914, at eight per cent, per annum, making together the sum of $528.35, and further interest on the sum of .$500.00 at 8 per cent, per annum till payment or. judgment, upon a covenant contained in a certain agreement for sale and purchase dated the 13th day of February 1914, made between the plaintiff as vendor, and the defendant as purchaser, for the sale and pur-i chase of the North Easterly Ten acres of the North Half of South East Quarter of Section 20, Township 7, Municipality of Surrey, New Westminster District; and in default -of payment: (b) That an account be taken of what is due to the plaintiff ' by you for principal interest and costs under the said agreement, and - in default thereof that you be fore. closed of all interest in the lands referred to in the aforesaid agreement of sale; (c) a declaration that the plaintiff is entitled to possession of the said lands; (d) the costs of this ac������ion;-(e) a Lis Pendens. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that-by order, dated the 10th December, 1914, it was ordered that the publication by advertisement in this form of the said writ of summons and of the said order in all issues of the newspaper published in Abbotsford, B. C, known as the "Abbotsford Post" for two successive weeks should be deemed good service of the said writ of summons upon you. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that in'default of your causing an appearance being entered for you at the office, of the District Registrar of this Court at the Court House, Vancouver B. C, within eight days after the last of. such advertisements, the plaintiff inay proceed in said action and judgment may be given in your absence. Dated at Vancouver, B. C, this 28 day of December, 1914. A. F. R. MacINTOSH Plaintiff's Solicitor I 122 Hastings,St. W. Vancouver, B. C At a recent meeting of the managers of the Presbyterian Church Mr. McMenemy was added to the hoard of management. Captain Cunningham who came out to buy horses for military purposes brought his own assistant, an expert rider, who gave the horses he tried out some idea of what thoy would be required to do on the battlefields of Franco. ln a week or so now tho A. T. and T Company mill will ho'running in full' swing again. The repairs uncW about completed. The concern has u large order for government ties similar to tho huge quantities now being cut at the Fraser Mills. A very interesting program was rendered at regular meeting of the Social Service League held on Wednesday. . Arrivals at the Alexandria Hotel during the past few days included Messrs M. W. Mustard, of Vancouver also Mr. and Mrs. R. "Campbell of the same Coast city. PROVINCIAL NEWS ITEMS people of Ganges want side- collected-$90(5 at 4 0c Mrs. Jensen, who-was for a short time housekeeper at the Alexandria Hotel has moved to Vancouver. Mrs. ,1. S. Murphy- intonds spending the coming week end'with friends at Vancouver. February 13th is the date of the Valentine afternoon tea and cookory sale arranged under the auspices of the VV. A. of St. Matthews Church. The event will be held at the Gazley block. Miss Edna McMaster was the hostess of- a delightful party given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. McMaster on Wednesday evening when fifteen friends, passed several happy hours with games and-a dance. Mr. Mucks tea d of the local mill, has roturned from atrip spent on tho Coast. The fact of Mr. Charlie Brown of the local pool hall buying a new piano in supposedly hard times is said to be a sure indication of the truth that in Huntingdon business is very much as usual. SUMAS SCHOOL BOARD Despite tight money and the high price of feed for stock business is pretty much the same as usual in and about Abbotsford. One hears few kicks coming up, the warm sunny weather is as a tonic even to pale pessimists and with the near approach of spring, with its tendencies to brisker trade, it is little wonder that the people,at Abbotsford still wear a happy smile. Wih a good bunch of agriculturists and other settlers all round the town and well established merchants satisfied within it, Abbotsford will be among the first few, places in Canada to share in the coming prosperity. FIRIOWOOI) TENDERS are hereby called for the delivery of. THIRTY CORDS of split maple, alder or birch, in four foot lengths, to the Huntingdon School. Wood to be cut this spring and to be delivered dry, by-July 1st; payment to be made on delivery. TENDERS to be in hands of Sec- rettary by March 3rd. 19.15. J. VV. WlNSON, Secretary. Tho walks. Last year Phoenix in police court lines. ' Eggs have been retailing per dozen in Nelson. Four ��������� hundred and ninety-two ch'lld|ren> (attjend the' O.ranibrook school in Craiibrook. In Eholt tho other day two patriarchs celebrated their joint, birthdays. Thoy had not spoken for a munber^of years but mado up and drank out of the 3amo bottle. Granby will pay dividends again this month. Creston will harvest 100 .tons of home grown ice this winter for local use. Some, hot town���������ono'ton for each citizen. Tho Creston Reviow is seven years old and tho editor gots'threo squares a day yet. drank Forks has $7,807.29 to the. good after paying off the year's expenses; then say a small incorporated town has a hard time, even under good management. Go'n. Sam Hughes told the Revol- stoko people the other day when ho passed through that their town was to bo made a recruiting rendezvous for the third contingent. Lieut., Peters of the Destroyer Destroyer Metoor which took a prominent part in the North Sea fight is a son of Hon, Fred Peters, formerly premier and attorney-general of British Columbia. ' - LIQUOR ACT, 1010 (Soction 35) ' ' , , NOTICE is hereby given that on tho 1.5th day of February next, application will be made to the Superintendent of Provincial Police for the grant of a licenao for tho sale of liquor by retail In and upon the premises known as The Royal Hotol situate at Huntingdon, 11. C, upon the lands described as Lots 29, 30, 31 and 32, Block 27, Huntingdon Townslto. Dated this 3rd day of J a unary 1915. . J. B. SIMPSON, Applicant. CHARLEY'S POOL ROOM AND .UAItlSEll SHOP Huntingdon - (Jo With Tlio Hunch Don't beliovo nui but como any night and sao whore the bunch iB 13 New Tables Just Added Laundry Agency in Connection HUNTINGDON NEWS ITEMS The Ladies' Aid met on Wednesday at the home' of 'Mrs;'- Tapp. Dr. Draney, who until recently a prominent figure in the life of Huntingdon and who will leave with the third contingent as medical man has located temporarily on Vancouver Island. ���������'...' ���������' -. 'i . . Mr. and Mrs. George Washby, who have lived on a ranch near this town for the past two years leave tonight for Manitoba. Mr. Washby intends locating with his brother there. Oved fifty people comprised the party which went oyer to the dance at Gifford on Friday evening. The strong turnout appeared to be highly appreciated, by the Gifford folk with a very happy evening's enjoyment. Mr. H. M. Frith of Vancouver was over last -week end to spend a few days as a guest of Mr. and Mrs. Fraser. The Rev. Mr. Campbell was a visitor in Vancouver early this.week, attending the Presbyterian Synod' h'eld there on Monday and Tuesday. Mr. B. T. Malcolm was a visitor in Vancouver on Monday his son Foster watching the interests^of the store in his absence. ' . - Considerable local interest was shown in the visit on Tuesday ofArmy Purchasing .Captain Cunningham who bought three horses out of twenty-five exhibited for sale by local ranchers and others. In view of the very strict inspection and exacting requirements of the authorities in selecting horses for use in the war the' percentage is considered a good one William Fooks and E. P. Ruthig were among the sellers of steeds. Mr. G. C. Kenny and Mrs. Kenny arrived-iri town on Wednesday after spending a very enjoyable two months trip at their old home in the Eastern States. They look well and appear to appreciate the sunny winter of B. C. - . " Miss Turnbull reports that last week business was rushing, at the postoffice and thati as far as the people who do business at the wickets are concerned there is little evidence of any financial stringency in Huntingdon. More than that, the Dominion post office dpartment does only, a strict cash business. /fc ���������"^ 4 dozen White Leghorn Pullets, laying and in fine condition. A first class lot. Price only $8 per doz. Alex Mains, Abbotsford, B.C. 'Purity Flour" is Advancing in Price Get in your stock now and save money. We have a nice line of Fresh Fruits. Oranges, Apples, Bananas, and Grapes. J. T. Armstrong lias been sent to Victoria from Fort George to look after incorporation. Good Morning We Are Introducing American Silk American Cashmere ��������� American Cotton-Lisle HOSIERY .. They have stod the test. Give real foot comfort; fte1 seams to rip. Never become ibdse of baggy. . The shape is knit in���������not pressed in. " *-' ' GUARANTEED" for iineness style, superiority" of1- material an'd workmanship.' Absolutelyl stainless. Will" wear 6 months without holes, or new ones free OUR SPECIAL OFFER to evryone sending us $1.00 in currency or postal note, to cover advertising and shipping charges, we will send post-paid with written guarantee, backed by a five million dollar company, either 3 pairs of our 75c. value American Silk Hosiery, . or 4 pairs of our 50c value American Cashmere Hosiery, or 4 pairs of our 50e value. American Cotton-Lisle Hosiery or 6 pairs of Children's Hosiery' Give the color, size, and whether Ladies' or Gent's hosiery is desired. DON'T DELAY���������Offffer expires when a dealer in your locality is selected. The International Hosiery Co. P. O. Box 244 DAYTON; OHIO, U. S. A. Alexandria Cafe HUNTINGDON Opposite B. C. E. R.Depot Now Open Under New Management Proprietress MRS. JULIA CORBIN Cafe open O a.m. to 8 p.m. Please give us a call High class Meal���������Quick Service. Goods 'Must'Go Men's Overcoats and Suits, Mackinaws, Blankets, etc, Boots and Shoes, Men's Winter Clothes and. Over- shirts all will be sold put at any old price to clean up the stock. exahdna "���������"��������� ���������-��������� - "'��������� ������������������'-' * "������?" -- ��������� ���������������������������-���������' '���������" ''���������""��������� ALBERT LEE, GROCER AND BAKER Abbotsford, B. C. HUGH McBRIDE.. General Blacksmith And Horseshoer Carriage and Repair Work of all Kinds Automobile Repair Work Satisfaction Guaranteed Next to Alexandria Hotel HUNTINGDON B. C. Farmers' and Travelers trade solicited. Newly Furnished ' Thoroughly Modern ,, M- MURPHY, PROPRIETOR HUNTINGDON, B C. vifl si i .1 "f������
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Title | The Abbotsford Post |
Publisher | Abbotsford, B.C. : J.A. Bates |
Date Issued | 1915-02-05 |
Description | The Abbotsford Post was published in Abbotsford, in the Fraser Valley region of southwestern British Columbia. The Post was published and edited by John Alexander Bates, and it was the first paper targeted specifically at the Abbotsford area. The paper has since been bought and sold a number of times, and continues to be published to this day under the title of the Abbotsford News. |
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Notes | Print Run: 1910-1924 Frequency: Weekly |
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Date Available | 2011-10-05 |
Provider | Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library |
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DOI | 10.14288/1.0168610 |
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