1 THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER W"C'*' Mir* WIU| whlcl1 ls eoMolM»w tue Cumberland Stmts. — ==^- ** 'm/a l : L-. ^^^ ■ t oi FORTY-THIRD YEAR—No. 49. CUMBERLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1924 (mgg SUBSCRIPTION PRICE: TWO DOLLARS PER ANNUM Screen Players Of Note In Fine Kipling Picture Jacqueline Logan, Percy Marmont, SIgrld Holmqulst and David Torrenco are featured players in George Mel- ford's Paramount production, "Tho Light That Failed," from Rudyard Kipling's famous story which is on view this Friday and Saturday at the Ilo-Ilo Theatre. Jacqueline Logan, who heads the cast, Is one of the best known heroines of the screen. She has appeared In mauy Paramount pictures In roles which called for unusual ability and has a large following. Fourteen pictures ln two years is the medium through which this popular player has won her way to public favor. Among these are, "White and Unmarried," "Ebb Tide," "Java Head" and "Mr. Billings Spends His Dime" and "Sa- lomy Jane." Percy Marmont, who plays tho role of "Dick Heldar," opposite Miss Lo- ■ gan's characterization of "Bessie Broke" is an English actor whoso appearance and experience render him especially fit for this role. Mr. Marmont is well known in England whero he achieved distinction in motion pictures and on the stage. In the role of "Maisle Wells." Slgrid Holmqulst Is given an opportunity to display her talents. She already possesses a large following which her recent Paramount picture, "A Gentleman of Leisure." In which she appears with Jack Holt has done much to increase. David Torrence, who plays "Tor- perhow," Is a brother of Ernest Torrence of "Covered Wagon" fame and has many successes to his own credit. Much of the story action in "The Light That Failed" is located lu Port Said and the Soudan country. This ls one of the most ambitious pictures yet produced by George Melford. It shows the terrible hardships of the Soudan campaign which avenged the death of General Gordon at Khartum. Among the big scenes is a surprise attack by desert tribesmen on tbe British camp. Several thousand minor players participate. . The love Interest between two of the strangest sweethearts ever seen on the screen has as a background a passage In nineteenth century history which is filled with color and drama Luke Cosgrave and Mabel Van Buren are In the supporting cast. 'MINING," ANCIENT AND MODERN; IS LECTURE SUBJECT The Literary Committee of the Cumberland Literary aud Athletic Association has this year again been successful in arranging a series of lectures under the extension course of the University of British Columbia. The first of these, "Mining," Ancient and Modern, as Its subject Implies, will be of special interest to Cumberland residents, everyone of whom is more or less Interested in mining as our city is known the world over for the quality of coal that its mines produce. The lecturer, Professor J. M. Tumbull of the Department of Mining, Is a man who has done much for the development of this Industry, and is especially noted for the valuable research work that he has dono in connection with it. Everyone is cordially Invited to bear Prof. Tumbull ln the Lecture Hall of the Athletic Association at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, Dec. 11 tli. Lantern slides of Interesting phases of. the subject will also be shown. OLD TIME RESIDENT PASSES TO REST MERVILLE HOME IS DESTROYED BY FIRE COURTENAY, Dec. 4.—Mr. R. M. Hughes of Mervllle had a close call when his house was completely destroyed by fire early on Thursday morning. Mr. Hughes had shortly before returned from Powell River where he has' been working for the past week or so. He came home ot prepare the house for Mrs. Hughes' return from the paper town. On Wednesday evening some friends had visited him and hnd not left until a late hour. Mr. Hughes was awakened at about five a.m. to find the whole place on fire. He only had time to make a hasty exit through the bedroom window, and actually got his hair singed ln the process. The loss of their home will probably prevent Mrs. Hughes from returning to Mervllle for the present. It Ib understood that the loss is partly covered by Insurance. The death occurred on Wednesday evening last of .Marion Webster, wife of the late James Webster of this city. Much regret will be felt by the old time residents of Cumberland at the death of Mrs. Webster as she was one of the town's oldest residents, Born In Glasgow, Scotland in 1860, Mrs. Webster remained there until 18111 at which time she came out to the coast and all of the ensuing time, thirty years in number, she has dwelt In the city of Cumberland. During the past four or five years Mrs. Webster has been gradually failing ln health and has been living with her daughter Mrs. Foley. She leaves to mourn her loss two daughters, Mrs. F. Partridge and Mrs. Foley of Cumberland; and three sons. James aud Cecil at present ot* Vancouver, and Charles of this city. The funeral will lake place on Sunday afternoon at 1:30 from the residence of Mrs. Courtenay Firm Secures Contract For Post Office 4131,500 Successful Tender by Mo Donald and Brcthonr According to a wire received from Ottawa the tender of $31,500 submitted by "McDonald and Brethour of Courtenay has been accepted, and preliminary work will be commenced In a couple of weeks. The post office will be a two-storey brick building. It is estimated that two hundred yards of concrete will be used on the construction job, the concrete reaching to the ground level, The building will be some forty by fifty feet. Ou the ground floor will be the post office, lobby, etc., and on the second lloor the customs office and janitor's quarters. ANNOUNCEMENT The Cumberland Choral Society will hold tlieir first concert of the season iu the llo-llo Theatre on Tuesday, December 16th, when a varied program will be rendered, including quartets, part, songs and full choruses Reserve this date, Dec. 16th. Successful Sale Of Work Held By Holy Trinity Anglican Church On Wednesday afternoon last the Women's Auxiliary of Holy Trinity Church held their annual Christmas Sale of Work In the Anglican Hall. Despite the fact that stormy weather prevailed the hall was filled to capacity, in the neighborhood of one hundred visitors partaking of afternoon tea. The hall was attractively decorated with evergreen and gay ChrlBt- mas colors. In place of the usual "fish pond" for the kiddies a novelty was offered In the form of a well, the gifts being , drawn up In the "old oaken bucket". This was the cause of great excitement, the grown ups being in evidence as much as the kiddies, until finally the well was drained dry. The novelty well was under the able direction of Mesdames Br.an and Apps. The Home Cooking stall was In charge of Mesdames Bruce, ICeeler and Shortt and a very splendid showing of cakes, pies, meats and other goodies tempted the visitors. The Fancy Work stall was under the supervision of Mesdames Spicer, Mum- lord nnd Treen. Many beautiful Xmas gift suggestions were in evidence, being hung ou a miniature tree. Tea was served during the afternoon, those assisting being Mesdames Pickard, Parkinson, Buller and the Misses Tarbell, Treen and Sowery. It Ib estimated that the receipts of the afternoon will approximate $205.00. BENEFIT TEA In the Fraternity Hall on Saturday, December 13th from 3 to 6 p.m., the Pythian Sisters will hold an afternoon tea and home cooking stall. Tiie proceeds will bo devoted to the Orphanage and Old Man's Home. Keep this date In mnnd and come and assist a worthy cause. GOMOX VALLEY GETS THIRD PLACE AT POTATO FAIR COURTENAY, Dec. 2—Although the Comox Valley only secured third place at the potato fair held In Vancouver last week there was a difference of less than five points 'between the score of the Comox growers and that of the winners, Victoria. This of course applies to the district exhibition where the total possible score Is 800 points. The scores ot the first three are as follows and when It is remembered that there were nine entries in this event it will be better understood what a fine showing was made by the local growers. Victoria, flrst, with a score of 788.7; Windermere, second, with 786.1; and Comox, third, with 783.8. The Comox District carried off some seventeen prizes and a championship which speaks volumes in praise of the local growers. The successful Comox Valley growers were: Blackburn 2, Fred Swan 3. 1 Certified Classes— Burbank— John Blackburn 1, Fred Swan 2, H. P. All berry 3. In this class Comox swept the board. Green Mountain—H, P. Allberry 1, H. R. Clark, second. Early St. George—W. R. Perrey 2. Bliss' Early Triumph—W. R. Perrey 1, with a score 98.8 which was the second highest score of any potato exhibited. Boys' and Girls' Classes—Miss Bates 2, and Miss Hannah 3. Iu the class for commercial pack, Mr. R. G. Bates was fourth. Commercial Classes — Late Loug Variety—Butler Bros, Comox, 1. Bur- bank—Butler Bros, Comox 1, and championship. Green Mountain—H. R. Clark 1. Sir Walter Raleigh—R. M. Halliday 6. Early Red—W. R. Perrey 1. Early St. George—W. R. Perrey 2. Among those from the Comox Valley to attend the Potato Fair were: Messrs H. P. Allberry, G. R. Bates, George Biglow, E. W. Butler, R. II. Hurford, W. R. Perrey, J. McPhee, R. L. Ramsay and Alec Urquhart. GOLDEN RULE SUNDAY At Geneva last July, the representatives of fourteen nations decided lo have Golden Rule Sunday, December 7th, Internationally observed, to relieve the suffering of Armenian and Greek refugees in the Near East. Twenty-three nations will observe lt. In England jn appeal for funds will he made both from the public and the government. Government officials iu France, Belgium, Italy and Switzerland have also promised their aid and co-operation. In the U.S.A., President Coolidge has given the day his hearty endorsement.' Through the churches and through the Bchools, the people of this province are asked to observe Golden Rule Sunday in union with the people of other lands. The plan ls that on December 7 all persons who are disposed to make a practical application of the Golden Rule in their lives and homes shall provide for their Sunday dinner a simple meal such as is provided by the relief organizations for the tens of thousands of orphan children to the Near East, the difference in thc cost of the meals to be taken as a basis for a substantial contribution to the funds of the relief organization. "Whatever ye would that others should do unto you (or unlo your children if left destitute) do ye even so unto them." WHIST DRIVE The Cumberland Tennis Club announce another of their popular whist drives and dances to be held in the Anglican Church Hall, Thursday, Dtec. 11th. The committee wish to state that these drives are public and everyone is welcome. Whist 8 to 10. Dancing 10 to 12. Refreshments. DANCE FOR B.P.O.E. "XMAS CHEER" FUND On December 13th the Headquarters Social Club will hold a dance at Headquarters, the proceeds of which will go ,*} the B.P.O.E. "Chiratmas Cheer," fund. ELKS AND FRIENDS XMAS DRAWING Drawing for forty prizes Including choice geese and turkeys will take place at the Elks Home, Courtenay, on Christmas Eve. Your contributions may be sent through your church, Society or direct to Canadian-American Near East Relief, 323 Winch Bldg., Vancouver, British Columbia. River Service Is Important Point With City Council | Mr. and Mrs. R. RoberlBon spent I the week end In Nanaimo. COURTENAY, Dec. 2.~River freight service was the subject that occupied most of the City Council's time at their regular meeting on Monday night. After an absence of over two months, Mayor F. McPherson was again ln the chair. Some further applications for electric light service were referred to the electric light committee. After the correspondence, which Included a lengthy letter from Mr. A. McGlIlis, manager of the Vancouver-Courtenay Transportation Co., had been placed before the Council, thc Mayor called on Messrs Jos. McPhee nnd R. U. Hurford for a report of their recent Interview with Mr. .McGlIlis In Vancouver. Mr. Hurford, who was the first spokesman, eald he was glad of an opportunity to address the Council. He and Mr. McPhee had taken the matter of the boat stoppage up with Mr. McGlUIs ou Friday morning in Vancouver. The speaker only had one share in the transportation company which waB taken to show his willingness to help the enterprise along, and the Interests of the cltr came first. He was sure the boat service was a very decided asBet to the city, but he thought the recent action of the council was absolutely correct. Backing bonds to the extent of $36,000 for a boat to cost $30,- 000 would not gain the confidence of the rate-payers. The city should look at the proposition in the same way as a banker would and the scheme would then receive the approval of the council and rate-payers he thought. It might ho possible to guarantee bonds to the extent of fifteen to twenty thousand instead of thirty-five thousand, with a clause In the contract to Insure continuous service of the boat to Courtenay. A penalty of $10,000 had been suggested for a stoppage in the service of two weeks that amount to be the first claim on any and all assets of the company. He hoped to see a spirit of get-to-gether among the aldermen and a proposition put to Mr. McGlIlis that the council would approve of and recommend. Extending our markets to Vancouver and further was of the utmost Importance he thought and would mean the building up of our city. No doubt, said the speaker, It was up to Mr. McGlUIs to make the best deal possible for his company and for the aldermen to make tho best deal possible for the city. He felt sure that a letter to .Mr. McGlIlis from the council showing willingness to discuss the boat service further would immediately bring back the service to Courtenay. It was agreed that the council did their best and the right thing. Far more difficult things had been done by the city of Courtenay the Bpeaker thought. Mr. McPhee explained how the work of the Vancouver-Courtenay transportation Co. had so far been largely experimental and of a pioneer nature. The freight run apart from the Courtenay call was very considerable. The Courtenay River part of the trip was the most expensive. Share-holders of the company ln Vancouver were wondering why Courtenay was not showing Interest and enterprise in the matter. Courtenay had done much pioneer work with regard to light and water and Mr. McPhee waB of tho opinion that Courtenay would find the transportation business just as profitable as the (Continued on Page Seven) P. D. Q's TOO MUCH FOR YELLOWJACKETS SCORE WAS 46 TO 9 A meeting of the Cumberland Basketball League is called for tonight (Saturday) at 7 p.m. in the Lecture Hall of the Athletic Club. Business, to decide whether the second round will be proceeded with immediately or whether It will be postponed until after New Year's Day. veryone concerned is urged to he present.. The P.D.Q's (whatever that means) completely removed the sting from the Yellowjackets on Monday evening by defeating them by the decisive score of 46 to 9, and settling, if we are not mistaken, any d- bts as to which team will head ll league at the finish as far as the lad s are concerned. Combination ai superior shooting ability was wha won the game and if the other teams want to take the measure of the P.D.Q's then these are the two points that must be developed. As Is usually the case, the smallest player on the floor was also the best, and to K. Bono, as tbe smallest player, this compliment ls due. Of the 46 points scored by her team she alone scored 22, but in all fairness it must be said that the other two forwards, F. Strachan and B. Bickle, passed up many opportunities to add to their own total by passing the ball along to Katie instead of trying themselves. Miss Bono specializes in under-the-basket shooting while the other two are long-range wizards. For the Yellow-Jackets, or Nurses. M. Redford scored 3 points and J. Balagno, A. Baird and G. Oliver scored two apiece. Careful checking by the P.D'.Q's guards, V. Aspeci and J. Bono, was the prime factor in preventing a higher score than 9. During the same evening, after the ladies' game, two men's teams took the floor and gave an exhibition of fast and interesting-to-watch basketball. The Doo Dads finally defeated their opponents, the Athletics, by the score of 37 to 17 after a hard-fought match. RENOVATES STORE FRONT The Dry Goods and Furniture store of Mr. A. McKinnon has been renovated in front and now has attractive plate glass windows, providing an excellent display setting for his new Christmas stock. This makes a great improvement to the appearance of that section of Dunsmuir Avenue. Parent-Teachers Association Visit School Board DAVENPORTS PLAY HERE AGAIN SUNDAY The Davenports, of Nanaimo, play here again this Sunday, but this time their opponents will be the Rangers. J. Armstrong of Nanaimo, will have the game in hand and his starting whistle mill bc sounded at 2:30 p.m. Rangers will line up as follows: Walker; Carney, Weir; Devlin, Farmer, T. Campbell; Davidson, Pilling, James, J. Campbell and Millburn. A delegation from the Parent- Teachers' Association headed by Rev. Butler and consisting of Dr. G. K. McNaughton, A. J. Taylor, Dr. Gordon, T. Heylands and H. Murray visited the School Board at Its regular monthly meeting which was held In the school on Tuesday evening last. The committee addressed the Board concerning the adoption of First Aid instruction throughout the schools, and as the Board appeared very much in favor of this a committee composed of Dr. McNaughton and A. J. Taylor, assisted by two school trustees, was appointed to look iuto all details and to submit a report at the next meeting. The P.T.A. also desired permission to install an open air skating rink on the school grounds should the weather be cold enough to warrant doing so. It was thought that this would be tho means of affording excellent skating to the children throughout the winter and would eliminate the necessity of travelling to Maple Lake. The committee also suggested the organizing of a sports committee with special Held days.. Providing this did not Interfere with school routine, the Board appeared very much In favor. A vote of thanks was tendered to Mr. McLellan for the splendid manner In which he had supervised the work being done on the school grounds. It was also pointed out at the meeting that the school grounds were being used by vehicles as a road and lt was ordered that this be prohibited In future. The Public School Report was submitted by Mr. Apps and accepted as read. Mr. Apps announced that a school concert was being given this month with the intention of raising sufficient funds to eliminate the school piano debt and other expenses. Mr. Apps also announced thet the new Nelson Encyclopedia had arrived at the school and was being found of great value and assistance to the pupils. School Insurance During the evening the question of placing insurance on the schools waB brought up for discussion. A committee was appointed to obtain Information on the matter. The following accounts were received and referred to the Finance Committee for settlement if found to be correct. City of Cumberland $ 35.00 Lang's Drug Store 84.68 A. A. Brown _ 86.40 A. Somerville 94.80 P. McNIven 158.40 C. H. Tarbell 28.45 M. Brown 28.50 Cumberland Electric 3.62 Union Waterworks 12.50 George Summers 115.5S FUNERAL OF MRS. MUTTER SCHOOL CHILDREN WILL RENDER XMAS ( 'NCERT The pupils of the school ire giving their Christmas concert V edncsday, Dec. 17th, in the llo-llo. Admission 75c. and 50c. Tickets will be on sale next week. Get a ticket and be as-1 sured of a seat and help provide j funds for school sports equipment and the school band. The funeral of Mary Ann Mutter beloved wife of James Mutter, took place last Sunday afternoon. Services were held at St. George's Presbyterian Church, Rev. James Hood officiating. Mrs. Mutter has been a resident of Cumberland for the past two years nnd has been falling in health for some time past. Sho leaves to mourn her loss a husband and two children. Referee Jones Is Suspended By Upper-Island Governing Board j Referee Jones of Union Bay, was j asked to attend last Friday's meeting of the Upper Island Soccer Association and declined to do so unless his expenses from Cumberland were guaranteed. The outcome being that "B.C's" best referee was suspended. In his communication referee Jones admitted neglect in omitting certain Incidents ln thc Nanaimo City-Cumberland Rangers' game of a few weeks ago. " Nanaimo City Is responsible for bringing the matter to the notice ot tho association, having lodged a complaint with the object of preventing similar occurrences In the future. The similar occurrences referred to evidently mean the occasion when Keenan and Carney arc alleged to hnvo struck Stobbart. We hold.no brief for Referee Jones or any other referee or player, but our opinion Is that If young Keenan had not been so hasty stobbart would have -received marching orders for an unfair and altogether too vigorous a tackle, whon he brought Weir down, necessitating that player being carried off the field. Keenan's action In Striking Stobbart off-set, to a certain extent, the hitter's unwarranted attack on Weir, the referee doing the only possible thing, "throwing thc ball up," without sending either Stobbart or Keenan off thc fleld, but administering a caution. The other Incident, that of Carney striking Stobbart, so far as Jones WP' concerned did not take place, as the mlx-up with these two players oecured nfter the whistle had gone for full time, and the referee might easily have heen on his way to (he dressing room. Personally, we do not think it redounds to the credit of the Nanaimo City executive to have reported this Incident. One of their own players started thc fireworks and the matter should never have been nllowcd to come before the executive of the Upper Island. THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1924 The "Judge Special to The Islander Th^yiiig^cessiaM^eMl^^ffip-^^ WELL, WW 0)0 -V00 "RUN AWAV. [=f WHy DIOMT ^00 HIT VNI-YOACW, 1= Among the Radios WE HAVE IN STOCK ARE RADIOLA 3A 4-Tulie Set operates Loud Speaker $2.50 Per Week I RADIOLA I RENEGEFLEX m 1 Concealed batteries. Loud Speaker operates with dry cell batteries. $3.75 Per Week SHHSjgii*^^ RADIOLA 1 SUPERHETERODYNE WESTINGHOUSE GENERAL ELECTRIC RADIOLA 3A complete with batteries and Loud Speaker, installed in your home $135.00 $2.50 PER WEEK aigjgjaai3iaaiaiaMSMBiiiaiii'2EEi Other Sets by MARCONI WESTINGHOUSE DeFORREST FRESHMAN NORTHERN ELECTRIC CHINESE INTERESTED IN GOLD MINING According to the provincial minister of agriculture, the province of Quebec this year had ils best crop in the last twenty years as far as production is concerned. In the eastern section of the province, according to reports received by the department, the crop is three times that of last year, and in other sections It averages twice of 1922. j A mining prospector of Houston, l centra British Columbia, who visited Smtthers recently with some very rich free milling gold ore obtained from j Sibot's Mountain in tlie Houston district, is backed by a rich British Columbia Chinese merchant who is pre- j pared to prosecute extensive develop- ' menl operations next spring. Quite province wash gold from sand and gravel liars of the Interior rivers, but thia Is the lirsl Chinaman that has appeared In Ihe Held of quartz mining. ONE MONTH'S CATCH During the month of October this : year, 2,903,100 pounds of fish were landed at Prince Rupert by the fishing : fleet of that port according to infor- 1 mation received by the colonization a number of Chinese ln the Pacific and development department of the (1-Tube set. no wires or outside aerial necessary. Operates with dry cells. Batteries all concealed in TERMS ARRANGED .rgHaBiaia^aEEHaiaiai^iaEMsia Call at Our Store and Arrange for a Demonstration ^laaaiaasisHSieHasEiEiaiaiai Cabinet $5.00 Per Week Marshall MUSK AND RADIO CO. Cumberland and Courtenay i I.ARGE.ST STOCK OF RADIOS IN THE DISTRICT qaMbsslMSEEMtMaMfflSICiEIc Private Greeting Cards at The Islander WHIST DRIVE and DANCE CUMBERLAND TENNIS CLUB ANGLICAN CHURCH HALL DECEMBER 11, 1921 Whist 8 to HI Dancing 10 to 12 Refreshments EVERYBODY IS WELCOME GENERAL ADMISSION SOc. Bears, Baboons, Bees, Bicycles and Bullion T Also... lisss chicken, arc a ri'Ktslur hue, ami. (null!) hears nru (Uso s-arstl lssr at tsmsT*. Loll, tliiss parrsst was In the hand, of the Dominion Kmiisss Company over a 2,1)00 mile journey. On the truest liehind it in a shipment isf bees. In sit ia ■ caae of putting Ihe cart under tho iier.se for shipment. Below, baby chicks aro handiest hy thousands daily. ence. Snake, insects, worms, apes, mountain lions, canaries and macaws—a regular Noah's Ark it has transported. A regular line consists of baby chicks Sometimes special bursts of speed are called for. On one occasion the bottom of the Toronto fish market "dropped out," and a Toronto dealer found himself "stuck" with 80 tons of cod from Prince Rupert, B.C. A market was found for it in London, England, if it could be sent by the next boat, sailing in forty hours' time from St. John, The foreign department of the express company is not the least interesting. Among other things it looks after the carrying of silver bullion from tho Northern Ontario mines to its destinations throughout the world. During 1918, the biggest year in silver mining history, the Dominion Express carried $13,000,000 of silver bullion in 168 shipments, from four different mines. It is interesting to note that nine millions of this went to London, two millions to the United States and two millions to Japan. "The ultimate destination of almost all silver, though," says Mr. Sutherland, "is Japan. Over there they bury silver in their backyards, figuratively speaking at least. Although the "movies" and the photograph industry are taking a lot of silver now, over HO per cent of it goes eventually to Japan." During the war the Dominion Express, nt that time the official carriers to the British Government, performed one of the most remarkable feats in the history of express work. This was the transportation of $1,500,000,000 in gold from Ihe Pacific to Ottawa and Atlantic ports. The gold w»s brought from Asia by Japanese warships, which were boarded by express company officials off the Pacific coast. From that time the movement of the gold was shrouded in secrecy. It was earned through the country in special trainshaving absolute right of way, carrying nothing but express ?ars, and with scores of armed guards. Thc trains went through cities without any lights showing. Food and water was put on them at Vancouver, and the doors wen never opened until the cars reached their respective destinations. Not a single dollar's worth of metal was lost during the time the gold was in the hand of the express company, hut officials claim that they acquired grey hairs during those trying days. here arrived in Toronto recently, after travelling thousands of miles by rail, a stud pony. Jim, or whatever his name was, had a compartment to himself, a crate of the latest description. He arrived in the best of condition, after being fed and watered en route by the messengers of the Dominion Express Company. Unusual shipments like this, however, are "all in the dny's wort?" for tho express companies. They wiil take a treasured jewel or a pet elephant with equal pleasure. If you want to ship home the money to pay off the mortgage on the old farm, or send father a couple of cows to keep up his milk shipments, the express companies will look after it for you. Strange consignments pass through the Express Company's doors, and sometimes strange sounds issue from inanimate-looking packing cases. Take the case of the bear cub used at the recent Rotarian Convention in Toronto. The Dominion Express Company wns called on to handle this beat for transportation to Auckland. New Zealand. Two or three times daily between Toronto and Vancouver this husky specimen of the "boo hoo" tribe wns fed 'biscuits and milk. At Vancouver he was fed and taken care of until such time as the boat for Australia departed, and arrangements were made to see that the same attention was given until the bear reached its destination. They say that the poor little bear cried when the time came for it to leave the hands of tho express company, so well had it been treated. In case of live animals travelling in the company's cars no excuses are accepted for failure to give them attention. Officials tell a story, in fact, of a messenger some years ago who, in his anxiety to escape a call to thc carpet for failure to make ;orrect reports, carefully noted "Fed and watered D.K," on a way-bill covering one crnted bicycle Animals somewhat more lifelike than the siroject .'f the expressman's mistake do often travel, however. For instance, 20,001 pet dogs went travelling in care of the Dominion Express Company last year. There are not many kind.- of boast wild or domes- ticated, that haven't conic i;. tl:; coutininy's experl- / Canadian National Railways. Included in the catch were 2,210,700 pounds of halibut, 569,460 pounds of salmon 70(1 pounds of crabs and 300 pounds of shrimps. GENERAL BOOTH'S OPINION A cable despatch from London, England, states that on his return to England aftor a tour of Canada over Canadian National lines, General Bram- well Booth, head of the Salvation Army, alllrms that Canada stands out among the dominions as the most attractive to the people ot tho British Isles. MANITOBA OCCUPIES PREMIER POSITION RE LIVESTOCK II is claimed thai Manitoba, with respect to raising live stock, occupies premier position among the Western. . provinces. Last year there was in i this province an animal population of j 1,444,175, an increase of 4011,1100 in ten years, notwithstanding heavy marketing (lining Ihe years of the war. The value placed on ibis live stock, including horses, cattle, sheep and ! swine by Ihe provincial government, was *$54.1."s4..rs:'r>. Manitoba farmers \ last year produced for home use and market 160,000 cattle. 18,000 horses, 220,1100 pigs, nud 411,00(1 sheep—a total of ins,ono anlmala, which yielded au ugrregate income of $9,160,006. Cattle j winter well and profitably in Manl- : toba, so Instead of offering them upon : a glutted market in the fall, the farmer Is able to sell, at a higher price, : cattle which have gained in weight I y winter feeding. :CANADA PRODUCES MUCH MACARONI —RIVALS ITALY Canada has become Italy's rival as ' n macaroni manufacturing nation, i Three years ago the Dominion im- ported 7,0110,000 pounds of macaroni, principally from Italy. Last .year it i imported only a few hundred pound?. Canada's factories turned out 12,000,- 1 000 pounds, according lo a report ia- i sued by the Dominion bureau of sta- 1 tistics. Canada, the report show?, j is building up a world market for its I macaroni, Exports increased from j 210,000 pounds in 1922 to' 2,229,000 i pounds in 1923. The product went j principally to the United States, Great | Britain and Belgium. The manufac- j ture of macaroni began in Winnipeg j twenty-five years ago, and there are | now two factories operating in the j Greater Winnipeg district, both turn- I ing out goods of excellent quality from Western flour. One firm in I Greater Winnipeg makes special sorts I from semolina, a granulated flour, in order to eompeto with goods of the I same class imported from Italy. GETS PERSONAL MESSAGE ON TRAIN BY RADIO To he "picked up' 'by radio whilo on the Conl inental Limited bound for Vancouver and informed in a message specially broadcasted to him from his own city of happenings of importance to him, waa the experience of Mr. B, C, Nicholas of Victoria, B.C. according to information received by the Canadian National Hallways here. Mr. Nicholas, in company with Alderman U. M. B, Ker, of Victoria, was travelling towards Victoria from the east, when, at Kamloops, the radio operator ou the train picked up a Victoria broadcasting station announcing a special message for Mr. Nicholas. The message was picked up and amplified just as clearly as though the speaker were seated In the car} according to Mr. Nicholas' report. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6. 1921 iflE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER IP 1/ FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5th and 6th NOW PLAYING "THE LIGHT THAT FAILED" Fine is Picturization of Rudyard A Superb George Melford Production Kipling's Story A PICTURE WITH A SOUL for Paramount THE GREATEST STORY BY THE GREATEST LIVING AUTHOR. WHAT MARVELOUS MATERIAL FOR A SCREEN! ! THE EXQUISITE STORY OF LOVE AND SACRIFICE—THE PULSE-QUICKENING ACTION—THE CONTRASTED BACK GROUNDS, TUCKED AWAY IN ODD CORNERS OF THE EARTH— ALL VIVIDLY REAL AND SURE TO GET YOU. ADULTS 50<* CHILDREN 25£ Monday and Tuesday DECEMBER Sth and 9th CAN A MAN COLLECT ANOTHER MAN'S LIFE AS HIS DEBT? The law says he can. If you doubt that this can be done, see "IT IS THE LAW" A Big Special William Fox Screen Melodrama Just Filled With Mystery and One of the Most Startling Climaxes You Ever Saw An Adaptation from the Novel by Hayden Talbot and the Stage| Success by Elmer L. Rice 1 E e E E Does Love Rejected Always Turn to Hate and Even Murder? See "It Is The Law" at this theatre next week 1 CHILDREN 15<> | 3IE. SHii''J3HEi^^ Matinee every Saturday Afternoon at 2.30 ■EiTHEMaEHiaaEElSM Wednesday and Thursday DECEMBER 10th and 11th Hal Roach IKe Jy n% of lorses Story by Hal Roach Directed by Fred Jackman Don't Forget our Country Store HEvery Thursday Night Between Shows Patoicture?^'?' UNTAMED! UNCONQUERED! UNRIVALED! The Film Sensation of the Year Daring that Thrills—Deeds that Inspire—Action that's Tense— Love that Throbs ADULTS 35<> CHILDREN 15C Who was "K" ■ What was the sinister secret of his past ? Fate forced him to a daring decision; Don't fail to see the result at the Ilo-Ilo COUNTRY STORE EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT. 8:30 P.M.—DRAWING—8:30 P.M. Next Friday and Saturday DECEMBER 12th and 13th The Unknown CARL LAEMMLE presents VIRGINIA VALLl supported by PERCY MARMON in A HARRY A. PHLLAND PRODUCTION froi: (he novel by MARY ROBERTS RINEHART TWO SHOWS NIGHT LY 6:45 P.M. AND 8:46 P.M. ADULTS 50<* CHILDREN 25c ILO-ILO THEATRE CUMBERLAND; ^^^mm^^^^M^i^^^^i^^^ ^A.^s^iA^s^iims^^mM^M^^^^AmEMi THE CUMttKLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1924 WATCH "for our' "saturday' EVENING SPECIALS " IN ALL DEPARTM'TS STORE CLOSES EVERY SATURDAY AT Sll30 P.M. asuru vs-s-e^^-^^r^s^-^ : Apprrriatiw 3ter All: STORE CLOSES EVERY SATURDAY AT 8:30 P.M. WATCH FOR OUR SATURDAY EVENING SPECIALS IN ALL DEPARTM'TS Dry Goods Department Novelty Dress Goods in Dress Lengths in Shot J Crepes, Silks, Silk Crepes and Cut Velvets READY-TO-WEAR GOODS-Silk, Canton Crepe, Tricotine and Brodella Flannel Dresses. Silk, Georgette Crepe, Crepe De Chene Overskirt Blouses and Waists. Silk and Crepe Nightgowns, Step-ins, Bloomers, Under Slips and Bloomers, Camisoles and Boudoir Caps and Kimonas. Silk and Chamisottee Gloves. Silk Hosiery. NEWEST CHRISTMAS NOVELTIES IN SILK AND SILK AND WOOL SCARFS AND SHAWLS; UNDER ARM PURSES AND HAND BAGS, IN LADIES, MISSES AND CHILDREN'S; COLLARS, JABOTS AND COLLAR SETS; ALL LINES IN FRENCH IVORY, PEARL AND BEAD NECKWEAR; FANCY TOWELS; TABLE CLOTHS; CENTER PIECES AND BUREAU SCARFS; FANCY COMBS, BARETTES, ETC. See Special Handkercheif Display Table MEN'S DEPARTMENT MENS, YOUTHS AND BOYS' CLOTHING AND OVERCOATS; SWEATERS AND SWEATER COATS; FANCY WOOL VESTS; WOOL AND SILK SCARFS; SMOKING JACKETS AND DRESSING GOWNS; PYJAMAS AND NIGHTGOWNS; PURE WOOL UNDERWEAR; SILK AND SILK AND WOOL HOSE; NEWEST NOVELTIES IN MEN'S SILK AND KNITTED NECKWEAR, GARTERS, ARMBANDS, SUSPENDERS AND BELTS; ALSO IN FANCY BOX SETS. TIE RACKS; SHAVING SETS; SAFETY RAZORS; MILITARY BRUSH- ES; CUFF LINKS; TIE PINS; PLAIN AND INITIAL LINEN HANDKERCHIEFS; FLASH LIGHTS; WALKING .STICKS, ETC. Corn on Cob, large tins, 2 for 65 Campbell's Pork & Beans, tins, 2 for 35p Tomatoes, 2'/o's, tins, 5 for 95's tins, 75 Witch Hazel Toilet Soap, 3 for 25C Castile Soap, small cakes, 5 for 25• '■*• Liverpool Deo. 14 Wa will be pleased to give you full details and assist you in planning* your trip, making all reservations. E. W. BICKLE—AGENT, CUMBERLAND Ran apian National Railways STAR LIVERY STABLE ALEX. MAXWELL, Proprietor Autos for Hire. Coal and Wood Hauling given very prompt attention. Furniture and Piano Storage if desired. Phones 4 and 61 Cumberland, B.C. Ladies' Waists A beautiful range of Waists, in newest styles and color combinations. Silk Crep de Chene Waists, ranging in prices up to each .■„.! $10.00 Silk Knitted Waists in very new styles and moderately priced. Ladies' Dresses Ladies' Dresses, a new lot. These will interest you. Prices ranging from, each $6.50 to $15.00 Handkerchiefs Fancy Handkerchiefs in boxes, a very choice assortment, and well worth your inspection. Our Chirstmas goods are now on display. Call and look around. A. MacKinnon Cumberland Better Rubber Footwear at the Regular Price If RHINO Rubber Footwear wern't better—if it didn't wear longer—we would not support the iron-clad guarantee that goes with every pair. These facts hold good with all RHINO Rubbers. Note the Protector flap on rubber shoe illustrated. It is an exclusive, patented RHINO feature. It effec tually prevents dirt, manure, snow or moisture from getting inside. This footwear is made from RHINO RUBBER- the toughest and most wear-resisting that Science has yet discovered—which will wear up to twice as long as ordinary rubber. Insist on RHINO Footwear. "Compare The Wear" CAVIN'S SHOE STORE, CUMBERLAND, B.C. stlckin' people up. IC me lau ls followed t' th' letter, in foi\> years tli' masses will be sane agin . .1' there'll be no nade fer me t' stu.' here in this House of Refuge. Fwhat do ye think of me plan, Mr. O'Hooley?' sez he, beamin' all over wid pride. " 'Well, sorr,' sez 1, 'if I wasn't crazy—an I'm mptghty sorry I am— I'd sure loikos. t' stay here an' talk this over wid ye, as yer conversation ls most retreshin',' sez I "Whin Moike takes nie t' th' gate, I jerks me thumb backwards an' sez; Fwhat's th' nature of Mr. Dell's hol- ucinations?' sez I. "Him?' sez Moike. 'Oh, he he- laves he's Solomon!' 'Well,' sez 1; 'he may not be as wize as Solomon, hut he's got wan or two purty good notions at that!' " (Copyrighted 1924 by 1. H. Holden.) the balance of the House. So far even the Provincials have seen fit to approve of government policy and there appears little likelihood of any issue arising before the end of the session which will emharass the administration. DEPUTY SPEAKER PRAISES B.C. GOVT. HOUSE MAKES MOVE ALONG RIGHT LINES VICTORIA, Dec. 5.—A move along the right lines has been made by the House committee on private bills, with regard to the contracts between cooperative organizations and individuals. The committee has approved of the bill of the Associated Growers and recommended it to the Legislature. When the bill ls passed it j will provide that in future ail con-1 tracts must be strictly adhered to. j This will prevent the "lootlegging" of fruit. VICTORIA, Dec. 5.—A strong defence of the government was made in the Legislature by Mr. H. G. Perry, Liberal, Fort George, who is also deputy speaker of the House. He went fully in ull phases of administration, quoting exhaustive figures to prove his contention that the administration of public business In British Columbia was vastly ahead of that of other provinces. Things for which the government wus justly praised included the gradual reduction of taxes good roads, grants for schools, travelling libraries, correspondence school courses and reductions on stumping powder. BRITISH COLUMBIA PRODUCTS FOR ROME PROVINCIALS ARE WITH GOVERNMENT VICTORIA, Dec. 5—The three divl- slons In the Legislature which had occurred up to last week-end were all won by the government with good majorities. That of last Friday found fifteen Conservatives lining up against UNION HOTEL CUMBEBLAN&, B. C. Comfort and Homelike service 26 rooms, tlMtrieaisV hwt*4. Excellent cuisine— For reservations Phono li. K. TiTM, -Manager. Samples of northern British Columbia minerals, lumber, plants, flowers aud Indian relics will shortly be sent to Rome by Bishop Bunoz, of Prince Rupert, for inclusion In the industrial exhibition which takes place In the Vatican during 1025, Catholic Holy Year. The exhibition, which takes place every quarter of a century during Holy Vear, is to be opened on Christmas Day and exhibits from tlie entire world will be on display. Bishop Bunoz is being assisted in gathering his exhibit hy M. P. McCaffery, W, H. Tobey, division engineer of the Canadian National Railways at Prince Rupert; George Clothier, resident mining engineer; and the Hay Lumber Company. P. P. HARRISON Barrister and Solicitor Notary Public CUMBERLAND - . B. C. You want L ETTER BEER try th ise— wBeerwithmtuPeer and U.B.C. Beer Produced by Vancouver Breweries, Limited, under ideal conditions of cleanliness and scientific brewing. Sold at all Govt. Vendors VANCOUVER BREWERIES LIMITED This advertisement is not published or displayed by the Liquor Control Board or by the Government of B.C. Christmas Suggestions for the Family FOR MOTHER Dainty Handkerchiefs, Hand Embroidered Pillow Cases, Scarfs, Buffet Sets, Guest Towels, Aprons, Etc. FOR DAD Hose, Ties, Eversharp Pencils, Sleeve Holders. FOR GRANDMA Warm Hose, Underwear and Bags. ^OR CHILDREN Toys, Dishes, . ackboards, Writing Paper, Etc. Mrs. L. Francescini SPECIALIZING in HEMSTITCHING PACE SIX THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 192* IMMIGRATION INCREASED SIX PER CENT IN YEAR During the past 12 months 131, 189 Immigrants entered Canada, an in crease of six per cent over the previous twelve-month period when 126,- 744 arrived. During the seven months ended October 31, 1924, 30,966 Canadians returned to this country from cManns Hakery The Home of High Class Cakes, Pastries and Quality Bread Order Your Xmas Cakes Now Dark Fruit. Sultanna, Cherry, Scotch Buns, etc. Scotch Shortbread, made from the finest ingredients. Xmas. .Mincemeat Pies SATURDAY SPECIALS Cream Rolls, Cream Sponges. Cream Cakes, Cream Buns. Doughnuts Meat Pies and Sausage Rolls. Hot Every Saturday. Telephone 18 Cumberland Special Offer filSIEHBEMaji*^ With any Eureka Vacuum Cleaner ordered on or before November 30, we will give —F R E B— a complete set of attachments that usually sell for $10.00 Order early if you wish to take advantage of this Special Offer. ♦- Cumberland Electric Lighting Co., Ltd. CUMBERLAND, B.C. the United States, according to reports issued at Ottawa by the American department. QUEBEC GOLD FIELDS PROVE VERY VALUABLE In one two-hundred-acre area in the northern quarter of Quebec's gold belt has been found a better record than the Porcupine region of Ontario, according to the statement of Consulting Engineer Charles Spearman. He declared there was every reason to expect that the gold fields of Quebec would prove as paying as those of Ontario. SECOND PARTY FOR VERMILLION Full of enthusiasm for the future, tho second party of young men from England, being brought out for settle ment ln Alberta through the activities of the Alberta minister of agriculture, passed through Winnipeg by Canadian National Railways a few days ago en route to Vermillion, Alta. The boys, the average age of whom is 21 years, are entering the School of Agriculture for a year's training before taking up land. The number taking advantage of the opportunity offered by this scheme is 196, 54 of whom are now in Alber.ta. AND I HAVEN'T FORGOTTEN A SOUL CATTLE EXPORTS UP «%Gft Red Top Relief Valves, $7 each TO KEEP "CLOSED" PLUMBING "OPEN" This is a '/3-in.valve for use on domestic hot water supply systems for relief of damaging pressures caused by ranges and tank heaters. APPROVED Both Red Top Relief Valves are approved by Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., and by State and Municipal Bureaus of Water and Boiler Inspection. CUMBERLAND AND UNION WATER WORKS OO. Limited. G. W. CLINTON, Managing Dirwter. frpcnOi^ANi)iE j" ViriilnfrPaper' 7Appaper thats ttood ■' iJS(^ to writp upon " _^£ The Gem Barber Shop Oltoilto Ilo-Ilo Theatre CVmiBLAHD, 1.C 1UIIT ITARS PraeHeol Barber, aad Hair- streeaor, Shampooing, Singeing, Uassaflag. Soalp Treatment. :a SYNOPSIS OF LANDACTAMENDMENTS J. SUTHERLAND —Attest for— PANTORIUM DYE WORKS VICTORIA, B. C. The Urieet aad Moat Up-to-date Dr/ •lewloi aal Dyelag BsUkllakment oa TtaeovTor Islaad. W. Clean or Bro oil Mote of Utiles' aad Oeate' Wearlat Apparel, Heuiekold Furateh- lap, e«e. Drop In and ate Ur. Buttatr- lu.t, oar Anal In Cumberland, woe win Uflee too on anr work r.u wlak te kan iene. •ar Wort aal torrloo WU Pleaoo Toa I : 11 PANTORIUM DYE WORKS TICTBBU, IX. - rkoao UN New Car Service GAB FOB BIBB DAT OR If IGHT CITY M.EAT MARKET For Baat Quality BEEF. VEAL, MUTTON AND PORK Froah and Cured Plah HOTELS AND CAMPS SPECIALLY CATERED TO Our Motto: "QUALITY AND BERTICE" W. P. Symona • H TELEPHONE 100 Cumberland Hotel Car leaves Cumberland Hotel at 8 o'clock every Sunday morning and meets boat at Union Bay. Ask for Charlie Dalton Merchant TAILOR CLEANING AND PRESSING Open for business November 20 Under New Management E Aida CUMBERLAND TAILOR Dunsmuir Avtnue PBE-KMPTIONS Vacant, unreserved, surveyed Crown lands may be pre-empted by British subjects orer 18 years ot age, ud by alien, on declaring Intension to become British subjects, conditional upon reeldence, occupation, and improvement tor agricultural purposes. Full Information concerning regulation! regarding Pre-emptions la given ln Bulletin No. 1, Und Series, How to Pre-empt Und," copies ot which can be obtained treo ot charge by addressing the Department ot Undo, Victoria, B.C., or to any Government Agent. Records will be granted ooverlng only land suitable tor agricultural pnrpoaee, and which le not timber- land, l.e, carrying over 6,000 board (eot per acre west ot the Coaat Range and 8,000 teet per acre eaat ot that Range. Applications tor pre-emptions ara to be addreesed to the Und Commissioner ot the Und Recording Division, ln which tbe land applied tor Is situated, and ara made on printed forma, copies of which can be obtained from tho Land Commissioner. Pre-emptions must be occupied for live years and Improvements made to value of $10 por acre, Including clearing and cultivating at leaat Ave acres, before a Crown Qrant can ba received. For more detailed lnfoimatlon see the Bulletin "How to Pre-empt Land." PURCHASE Applications are received lor purchase of vacant and unreserved Crown lands, not being tlmberland, tor agricultural purposes; minimum price of first-class (arable) land le 16 per acre, and second-class (graelng) land 82.60 per acre. Further Information regarding purchase or lease of Crown lands Is given ln Bulletin No. 10, Land Series, "Purchase and Lease of Crown Lands." Mill, factory, or Industrial altee on timber land, not eioeedlng 40 aores, may be purchased or leased, the conditions Including payment of stumpage, HOMESTEAD LIASES Unsurveyed areaa, not exoeodlng 90 acrea, may be leased aa bomesltes, conditional upon a dwelling being erected ln the Arst year, title being obtainable after residence and Improvement conditions are fulfilled and land bas been surveyed. LEASES For grating and Industrial pur- poaoo areas not exceeding 840 acres may bo leaaed by one person or a company. GRAZING Under the Grating Act the Province Is divided Into grazing districts and the range administered under a Grating Commissioner. Annual grating permits are issued based on numbers ranged, priority being given to established owners. Stock-owners may form associations for range management Free, or partially free, permits are available for settlers, campers and travellers, up to ten head. I With the close of navigation in the St. Lawrence ports still a tew week., away, shipments of cattle to the United Kingdom have all but reached Ihe total for the full twelve months ot 1923. For the week ended November 14 the total shipments were 1,605 head, which brings the total for the year up to 70,653, as compared with 50,753 for the same period last year. It Is expected that the total movement of cattle to the United Kingdom this year may exceed 100,000 head, as there will be a considerable movement from St. John and Portland after the St. Lawrence ports are closed. NOTICE All watches, jewellery and jobs of all description left in my charge for repairs tf not claimed by January 1st, 1925, will be sold to defray expense.!. T. D. McLean, Dunsmuir Avenue. Cumberland. \ <:i' A tjkin use Ihenwoiaium Jars30gs60* - Tubes Jo* f TOUFEEL IT HEAL thole When you are in need of a Plumbing A Heating Engineer, Soo R. RUSHTON Phone 167 Cumberland Phone 124 Courtenay o Your needs will receive immcdlett attention. I have learned my lesson. It is this. The people who always do the right thing at the right time—these people we come to love for their constant acts of kindness—who are always known for their thoughtful- nesfl—these people aren't inspired They don't act on the impulse of tho moment. They simply use forethought. They are always thinking ahead about ways of showing their good will to others. It was last Chirstmas morning that this came over me, when the postman handed me dozens of Chirstma.- cards from friends to whom I had entirely forgotten to send cards. I w&9 so mortified that then and there 1 made a vow. And today, long before Christmas I huve made up my list of friends to send cards to this year. First, ever,* one who sent to me last year, for I had pasted every card I got into a book, with the address of the sender. Then I got out my old school class book for the friends of long ago. From the leal telephone book, year books and other lists I got the addresses of neighbors and acquaintances. I'm sure i haven't forgotten a soul. And what a relief it is to know that it's all done way ahead of time, that all the addresses are right and that I can go out now and select my very own private cards quietly and comfortably. And this year there won't be in my mail any cards from people I forgot to remember. Good form is largely a matter of doing the right thing at the right time. That is why the sending of greeting cards has come to be a matter not merely of good will but of good form. Ages ago the lords and ladies of the land began the use of hand illuminated cards to carry the season's greetings. And if all the good-will which has been created by greeting cards throughout these years could be accumulated there would be a quantity of it sufficient to offset the ills of the world for a long, long time. The most uncomfortable creature in tlie world is the noe, who on Christmas morning receives a numebr of cards from people whom he—or she- forgot to remember. This Christmas, more than ever before, greeting cards are going to be in vogue. Send greeting cards and send them generously. And it is so easy to forget some one whom you really want to remember .hat the best plan is to start at once to keep a notebook, including in it every one to whom you wish to send a greeting card, together with the ad- drosses. The telephone book is very handy to make sure of an address about which you are in doubt. With greeting cards, as everything else, the early shopper gets the cream of the stocks to choose from, and though the selection of cards offered this year is larger and more /aried than ever before, the demand is going to be exceedingly hard to supply. Remember to mount tho cards you receive this year in a permanent book, with the address of the sender, for futur convenience and enjoyment. In order to get exactly the personal cards you want, and as many of them as you will need, be sure to make your selection early. Now is not too soon! Scatter sunshine with The Islander, made in Vancouver, Chirstmas Cards. New select designs, in charming variety, unrivalled quality and remarkable values. THAT ii' you neyk'fL thu minor siiniH ol' HtoiiuiL'li distress such ;is tru* nalns. -sour-burning stomach, bloating, belobliiff, mm] after-eating mis- cry, you are condemning youi- body lo years ot chronic stomach troublo. Jo-To "old by druggists everywhere will quickly relievo all stomach misery. A. GAMBA COURTENAY Milk, Cream, Eggs, Farm Products A TRIAL ORDER SOLICITED ....Leave Orders at Marocchi's or Scavarda's Grocery.... Store. One of our recently mnrried young ladles was telling some of. the older matrons that Bill was a model husband. One of the more experienced matrons repeated this to her "hubby" who grinned at flrst and then had a hearty laugh. His wife rather testily asked him the reason of his merriment, so he pulled down the dictionary and pointed to the word "model;" and this is what she read: "Model"— a small imitation of the real thing. PICKFORD'S RETURN UNITES FAMILY IN HOLLYWOOD Jack Pickford arrived in Hollywood from New York last week for the double purpose of okaying the flnal cutting of his latest film, "The End of the World" and to spend Thanksgiving with his mother and sisters, Mary and Lottie. Following completion of production work on "The End of the World" early in the autumn, Jack went to New York with his wife, Marilyn Miller, who is starring in Charles Dillingham's stage production of "Peter Pan" which will be shown at the Ilo-Ilo Theatre, Cumberland, January 8, 9 and 10. After seeing his wife well launched in this vehicle, Jack then devoted his attention to distribution plans for "The End of the World", whicli is now scheduled for release about January flrst by Allied Producers and Distributors, a subsidiary of United Artists. After Thanksgiving, Jack will return to New York to spend Christmas with ills wife, and to close a deal which is now pending for his next story. B. P. O. E. New Year's Eve DANCE GAIETY THEATRE Reserve This Date COURTENAY, B.C. Particulars Later. CUMBERLAND HOTEL WM.MERRIFIELD, Proprietor GOOD ACCOMMODATION EXCELLENT CUISINE Dunsmuir Avenue, Cumberland Car For Hire Dependable Car—Careful Driver When in need of a car see GEO. MASON PHONE Royal Candy Or Reeldence 25 22 CUMBERLAND Wouldn't You Like To Hear That Voice Again? Perhaps at some distant point a friend or relative resides. Ordinarily you write letters to each other, and they are very welcome, yet at times they seem hardly sufficient. You long for something more oersonal, but a visit is out of the question. Then you remember the long-distance telephone, at your servbe. You place a call with courteous, capable "Long Distance," and soon—but what need for us to say more? Wouldn't you like to hear that voice again? British Columbia Telephone Company SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6. 1924 THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER News of Courtenay and Surrounding District RIVER SERVICE IS IMPORTANT ISSUE WITH COUNCIL (Continued From Page One) other commodities. The boat service waB an excellent thing and we should do all in our power to retain it. The dredging of the Courtenay liiver was of the utmost importance he thought but it would be very difficult to induce the government to assist in this work If there was no boat ou the run. Mr. McPhee thought that the present time waa very opportune considering Lumber In every sorts of building materials, MOULDINGS, WINDOWS, DOORS, BHINOLES, KILN DRIED FLOORINGS, AND FURNISHINGS. WE DELIVER TO ANYWHERE IN SHORT NOTICE WITH REASONABLE CHARGES. Royston Lumber Co. Limited. PHONES CUMBERLAND, B. C. I Night calls: 1S4X Courtenay 1 Office: ISI Cumberland I the influence of our present member ln the House, and he would ask the council to do all In its power to further the transportation facilities. The farming interests were increasing In the district while logging and other interests were decreasing and cheap transportation was vital to the farmer. Councillor Fielder didn't see why the city wanted to bother about a boat service. What Courtenay wanted was industries he said. Alderman Simms immediately explained that Courtenay would never attract industries until they could show something attractive. Cheap transportation was first among attractions to manufacturers. Courtenay, he said, would never he better than the average town unless proper use was made of the river. Alderman Pearse said there was.no doubt that the Vancouver- Courtenay Transportation Co. hail done n very fine thing for the city and district. Everyone recognized the fact. Transportation was not necessarily Mr. Gillls; there were other concerns he said. Mayor McPherson thought the company had shown a very arbitrary attitude In suddenly discontinuing the service. Councillor Cooke complained that the city had nothing definite to go on and suggested that the council should not stand too much on its dignity, but should ask for certain information covering the company's operations to Courtenay and other points. The Mayor thought It would be poor business to offend the C.P.R. in any way, whereupon Alderman Simms said surely the council has as much back bone now as it had In former days when private Interests were trying to monopolise other untll- Itles that rightfully belonged to tlie people. Are we going to give our water way up because \v,e are frightened of the C.P.R. he said. > LOOK! We have just unpacked the swellest line of Table Lamps, Shades, Candle Lamps, Etc., which have just arrived from the east. The very latest in electrical fixtures. Come and select yours early before tho Xmas rush begins. Our Sporting Goods Dept. is still busy with all the best Guns-^sAnrmunition—Hunter's Clothing, Etc. -RADIO -RADIO We sell reliable Radio Sets and Parts and service the sets we sell. Get your radio from a reliable firm who know their business. THE Piket Electric Telephone 164 Courten"y Do You Know? THAT nine-tenths of the grouchy sour-faced people in the world are stomach sufferers? If these people would go to their Drug Store and get a package of Jo-To the world would be a brighter, happier place. Jo-To stops all stomach misery in two minutes. All Drug Stores, sWEmffiBE'R IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIllllllIIHIIIi BILL SUTLIFF Courtenay. Illl Comox Creamery Butter A Vancouver Island Product m Comox Jam ASK YOUR GROCER FOR COMOX JAM. IT IS MADE FROM PURE, FRESH FRUIT AND B.C. CANE SUGAR, NOTHING ADDED BY WAY OF FILLER OR PRESERVATIVE. SPECIALIZING IN STRAWBERRY AND RASPBERRY. Comox Potatoes "LOOK FOR THE TAG ON THE BAG" YOUR ARE ENTITLED TO A GRADED POTATO. IF IT'S A COMOX CREAMERY SACK WITH THE TAG IT IS GRADED AND BETTER VALUE. DEMAND NO OTHER. ag|giEE^]SISBISISia,^IBIBiaSEElSE^ Comox Creamery Association iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii After a great deal of discussion and the proposal of many communications to be sent to Mr. McGlUIs, it was Anally resolved, on motion of Alderman Cooke, to write Mr. McGillls saying that following a report given to the council by Messrs Hurford and McPhee, the city of Courtenay was willing to continue negotiations for the furtherance of a scheme to be submitted in the form of a plebiscite to the ratepayers concerning the guaranteeing of bonds on the proposed new boat. The letter will also ask for detailed information of the company's operations as suggested by Alderman Cooke. The proposed by-law Introduced hy Alderman Pearse, relative to the controlling of traffic loads on city roads was turned down; but the by-law prohibiting the discharge of Are arms within the city, passed Its third ami last reading with Bome modifications. James and Donald Carthew, William Duncan, Paul Downey, Hugh Clark and Fred Burns. The Rev. Mr. W. T. Beattie of Courtenay conducted the impressive funeral service and the undertaking arrangements were In the hands of Mr. John Sutton. COMOX PIONEER IS LAID TO REST COURTENAY, Nov. 28.—The funeral of the late Mrs. Margaret Mathewson whose death occurred last Tuesday, took place today from the family residence on the Dyke between Courtenay and Comox, to the Presbyterian Church at Sandwick. The late Mrs. Mathewson was the wife of Mr. William Mathewson. She was in her seventy-eighth year. She was a native of Pictou County, Nova Scotia and waa born ln the year 1847. Mrs. Mathewson was one of the very first pioneers to settle ln the Comox district, and the Mathewson farm on the Dyke Is one of the oldest homesteads ln the valley. Besides the husband, there are four daughters, Mrs. Whiter Renlson and Mrs. Hugh Russell both of the Comox district, Mrs. Geo. Ardley of Powell River and Mrs. E. Anthon of Vancouver. Broth ers and sisters of the deceased are Messrs Kenneth and Robert Grant of RoyBton and Mrs. Lindsay Ray of Victoria. The remains were borne to their last resting place by some of the best known residents of the district, Messrs LUMBER ARRIVES FOR EDWARD'S WHARF COURTENAY, Dec. 2.—A large scow load of lumber which came ln Monday was unloaded on Tuesday. The shipment was made from Campbell River by the Wilfret Lumber Co. The consignees in Courtenay are the Edwards Lumber Co. Ltd. Thc scow load was consisted mostly of heavy planking and will he used in the construction of the new Edwards wharf on the Courtenay River. CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR THE FAMILY The cheapest, best and most appreciated Christmas gift would be a year's subscription to the Family Herald and Weekly Star of Montreal. It costs only Two Dollars and the whole family would enjoy it. The beautiful art calendar for 1925 with a large picture ln colors which goes with the Family Herald this year would help to brighten the'home. We also hear that each subscriber is to receive a free entry to a popular contest in which ten thousand dollars in cash will be awarded. That Is surely extraodinary value for the money. SOCIAL EVENING IN ROYSTON CHOOL COURTENAY, Dec. I.—A a social i evening held in the Roysi n school on Friday evening last, tlu winners I in the progressive whist play were | lady's first Miss Dallos; second, Mrs. Edwards. Gentlemen's flrst Mrs. E. Navey, playing as a gentleman; second Mr. Sillence. During the evening refreshments were served after which dancing was enjoyed to music supplied by the Misses Florcen Dalby and GladyB Roy and Mr. Tom McLennan. HUNTER WAS LOST AT CAMPBELL RIVER COURTENAY, Dec. 2.—Some uneasiness was felt for the safety of Harry Creech on Monday when it was learned that he had not rejoined his hunting companions after a day's hunt at Campbell River. A party of three had gone up on Saturday night and bad go away to an early Btart on Sunday. Harry did not go out until .Monday morning when be followed the Campbell down to its mouth. Sunday night was quite mild and with the aid of a good Are Harry managed to keep fairly comfortable. COMOX VALLEY COW-TESTING ASSOCIATION Following ls a list of cows In the above association that gave SO lbs. or more of butter-fat for November 1921 Days Fresh Name of Cow Breed 90 Darky Gdr. Jersey 30 Cherry Gdr. Jersey 30 Spots Gdr. Jersey 70 Fern of Sandwick P.B. Jersey 32 Aggie Gdr. Jersey 66 Dcbennette .'. Gdr. Jersey 336 Strawberry 2nd Gdr. Jersey 128 Maud Gdr. Jersey 66 Nancy Gdr. Jersey 75 Lonette of Kearsney P.B. Jersey Milk Fat lb, lb. Owner 1143 69.7 W. A. Urquhart 1059 59.3 Prltchard Bros. 967 56.0 W. A. Urquhart 1191 54.1 G. Hornby 885 53.1 H. Scales 981 51.0 Mrs. Bell-Irving 678 50.8 W. A. Urquhart 858 50.6 W. A. Urquhart 1126 50.6 H. Scales 1191 60.0 T. Menzies WM. ROSE, Supervisor. Eye-Strain Is Painful And Distressing 1 1T Is amazing why so many I persons submit to all the dls- * treBS and discomfort of eyestrain, when certain and immediate relief can be so easily obtained. IMPERFECT vision, headache, nervousness and all the other results of defective refractive conditions not only cause you actual suffering but Impair your efficiency as well. You are not as good or as useful a member of" society if a nervous- leak caused by eye-strain is sapping your energies away. IF you have defective eyes you know this to be true. Can you think of any good reason why you allow this to continue? Is there anything to prevent you from putting an end to this difficulty of yours, Instantly and permanently? DROP In and see me, I have something to tell you about your eyes, you ought to know. R. Kaplansky, 0. D. REGISTERED OPTOMETRIST 2:30-5:00 OFFICE 7:30-9:30 P.M. HOURS P.M. *3k-* I BRONCHITK MIX1 ■'l.WllllUllUiJIM rent 1M MONEY BACK GUARANTEE Sold by Lung's Drug Store, Cumberland, list'. TWO "J.P'S" DISMISSED VICTORIA, Dec. 5.—Attorney-General Manson Informed members of the Legislature that he had dismissed two justices of the peace recently in Saanich because they had committed great wrong In dismissing an accused wbo had debauched girls without placing the man ln the witness stand. "I shall follow the same course ln future, regardless of anyone's poll- tics," he warned. HOUSE EXPRESSES ITS APPROVAL OF MANSON'S POLICY NOTICr Wood for sale $5.50 i ;r load (Also any other ha: ling) Telephone 92R Happy Valley W. C. White McBRYDE'S BAKERY Thc White Store Tht White Bakery Eat McBryde's 100% Whole Wheat Bread, the loaf that drives the poison from the system. He that is hailed as the greatest writer on health sayB, "Patent foodB should be shunned like the devil and to eat the Natural Whole Wheat Bread." First Claw Certificate (Upper Grade) for bread baking guarantees the quality THE COURTENAY TEA ROOM VICTORIA, Dec. 6.—"The most convincing argument ever put across the floor of the House," was the way Major R. J. Burde, Independent, Alberni, summed up the speech of Attorney-General Manson on the Janet Smith murder mystery. The first law officer of the Crown went fully inlo details of the actions taken by ills department to ruu the criminal or criminals to earth. Keen criticism of the government had come from opposition members, ending by their placing on tlie order paper a resolution favoring the calling In of the Canadian Mounted Police. Following Mr. Manson's speech the entire Houso expressed approval and the resolution wns withdrawn. Hon. Mr. Manson tokk occasion to praise the Provincial Police, a body, he declnred second to none. ^LWHERRY tr'£Pi:1T DR. R. ..B. DIER AND DR. W .BRUCE GORDON Dental Surgeon* Office: cor. of Dunamulr Ave. Opposite Ilo-Ilo Theatre. CUMBERLAND, B. C. Wm. Douglas FOR Hay, Grain and Poultiy Suppliei ALL KINDS OF FERTILIZERS Leave Orden tt Tommy's Hardware Store CrKBlRLAKD, ba iA / TRB CUMBB.1LAND ISLANSIK SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6. 1924 . 'PHONE 133 'PHONE 133 The Mercantile Store Company The General Store With a General Purpose We are in line again for Big Business. Your needs can be supplied at the "Mercantile" at less cost to you, with the best of merchadise, than any other store in the district- Read this adv.; call and find out the truth for yourself. Saturday, Dec, 6th is Big Business Day Men's Department 6 only English Tweed Suits, wear like iron. Big Business Price $19.50 Winter Overcoats for Men, three button, double breasted, half leather lined finish. Prices from $25.00 Men's "Peck" made Suits, in Brown, Grey, Blue and Checks, from $27.50 Men's 100 p.c. Wool Socks worth 85c. for 50c Men's Heavy Winter Pants, in Brown and Grey Tweeds, from $3.25 Men's Black Overall Pants. Today only Per pair $2.00 Ladies' Department We have many useful and novelty gifts for Christmas. These are a few things our lady friends like. If you want a gift for Sweetheart, Wife or Mother, then give us a call. Ladies' Winter Hats, some of the prettiest seen. We will allow you 20 per cent on any hat you may choose Ladies' Ladies' Winter Coats CORRESPONDENCE Victoria, B.C., November 22, 1924. Edward W. Bickle, Esq., Secretary of the Cumberland Board of Trade, Cumberland, B.C., Dear Sir;— I have your letter of recent date, drawing my attention to the condition of the public highways in and around Comox District. I have asked the Engineering Department, to inquire into the matter and furnish me with a report. I am, Yours truly, W. H. Sutherland, Minister. ANNOUNCEMENT R. KaplanBky, O.D., the optometrist, will hold office hours during the month of December one day each trip instead of two, from 10 a.m. to noon; from 2:30 to 6 p.m.; 7:30 to 9 p.m., on Monday, Dec. 15th, at the Surgery. 49-00. that horseback riders are born and not made. FILM ACTRESS LEARNS TO RIDE HORSE IN TWO DAYS Tom Mix, hard riding, straight shooting cowboy star of William Fox motion pictures has always contended I Mimi Palmeri jt»"It is the Law' WILLIAM FOX SPECIAL PRODUCTION Mimi Palmeri, sloe-eyed young Latin beauty, who is tlie leading woman player in tlie Fox special "It ls Tbe Law," wblcb conies to the llo- llo Theatre, Mondny and Tuesday, December S and 9, disputed Mr. Mix and his theory and claims that sho learned to ride a horse in 48 hours. She offers us proof one of her recent scenes in "It Is The Law." The action called for Miss Palmeri to gallop along the bridle path In Central Park. This was the first time that Miss Palmeri hnd ever been called up on to ride a horse. In fact she had never in her life been on one. When Director J. Gordon Edwards learned this he wrinkled his brow and suggested a "double" for her. Pretty little Mimi would hear of no such arrangement. During the next two days she spent most of ber walking hourB on horseback with an instructor. And forty- eight hours from the time her lessons began, Miss Palmeri jumped aboard a horse and raced through her scene as if she had been doing it all her life. DANGEROUS HORSE NEW SCREEN HERO There have been many trained animals In pictures, but Hal Roach Is responsible for another screen innovation through putting an untamed unconqttered, magnificent black stallion in tbe leading role of "The King of Wild Horses," the Pathepicturo showing Wednesday and Thursday, Dec. 10 and 11 at the Ilo-Ilo Theatre. Rex, he has been appropriately named, is a beautiful Morgan and wns anything buti a trained horse when Roach found him. He was an outlaw, a "killer." He was so ,hngerous his ownerB kept him chained in a stall. He needed shoes nnd other attention, but none could approach him. Roach bad sent Fred Jackman, his director, and "Chick" Morrison, veteran horse trainer, scouting for an equine leading man. They heard of Rex and, after some telegraphic correspondence, they bought him. It ook two weeks of patience and kindness for Morrison to win Rex's confidence. Then they started the picture. Patrons of the Ilo-Ilo Theatre will see on the screen the result' of their humane treatment and their knowledge of animal psychology. Rex "acts" like a seasoned trouper—lt is difficult to realize that he has not been retained for yearn before the camera. Of course no spirited stallion ever becomes a gentle house pet. Rex 11 never be n safe horse for domestic purposes, but the Hal Roach studios have made him a useful citizen and brought him into a happier life. Edna Murphy and Leon Bary play the leading parts In the drama of romance and Intrigue that is woven throughout tbe horse's story. RADI-OH! Tom Carey was telling of "picking up" some distant place with his radio set and Johnny Cameron, with an air of impatience listened to what wos said and then suddenly burst In with, "Say. fellows, last night the wife gave me the mischief. I was listening ln and got Greenland. For two hours 1 listened In and when finally I switched off, the flowers in the room were all wilted; tbere was an inch of Ice In the water pitcher and a couple of inches of hoar frost on the horn." The only way for farmers to get even with Irresponsible picnic parties Is to start picnics in town themselves. These days tliey promise to love, honor nnd obey their impulses. We have 10 left and will allow you a rebate of 20% Shoes We have a $15,000 Boot and Shoe Stock- to choose from. Ask for our Tred Right Shoe for Boys and Girls' School wear. We are the Loggers Outfitting Experts Waterproof Tin Pants, double Seat and Knee, strong and dry. Waterproof Coats to match, with the waterproof Hat. Loggers' Shoes, the Christie Brand, 14 in. high „ $14.00 Gloves for every branch of logging. LARGE STOCK OF SLICKERS, RUBBER COATS AND RUBBER SHOES The Mercantile Store Co. The General Store With a General Purpose DUNSMUIR AVENUE CUMBERLAND, B.C. Dont just askfomgmmWQik for q i_£\ LP 1 1 For Sale by Cumlierland Electric Lighting Co. / SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1924 t«E CUMBERLAND ISLANDER PAGE SEVEN ON THE SUMMIT OF SUCCESS '•A .. ALBERTA HORSE GOES TO SOUTH AFRICA The government of South Africa has purchased from Alberta an Alberta-bred Percheron stallion which was raised on the Bar-U ranch and sired by the samo sire as the prize Fercherons on the Prince of Wales ranch. NEW SUGAR BEET FACTORY FOR ALBERTA The Utah-Idaho Sugar company, of Salt Lake City, will erect a new beet sugar factory in southern Alberta in the near future, and the one In the Yakima valley, eastern Washington, will be discontinued, according to an announcement made recently hy company officials at Salt Lake City. The prospects for beet raising in Alberta are considered very good by this concern. $850,000 WORTH OF FOXES EXPRESSED Two shipments of silver black foxes, which for size and value create a new high record, passed through Montreal last week. The shipments!, which came from Prince Edward Is- B - WHAT WOULD BE NICER THAN A RADIO SET FOR THE FOLKS AT CHRISTMAS? We have sets to fit your pocketbook, including RADIOLAS - DeFOREST - NORTHER ELECTRIC - ETC. PHONE US OR COME IN FOR A DEMONSTRATION Get Yoar Radio Equipment Where You Can Get Electrical Service Sparks Co. (Courtenay), Ltd Phone 99 AUTO ELECTRICIANS AMI RADIO SPECIALISTS COUKTENAY Phone 99 land and were handled by the Canadian National Express, consisted of 381 foxes with a total estimated value of $850,000. The first and most valuable lot comprised 200 prize foxes valued at $750,000, being sent to the Ko. al Winter Agricultural show at Toronto and representing the finest animals Prince Edward Island lias been able to produce. Tbe secoml shipment consisted of 181 silver black foxes valued at $100,000, which were being sent to various points west to be used for breedlug purposes. Officials of the Canadian National Express slate that not only do these consignments represent a new higii record for' Montreal in tlie number and value of the foxes handled, but Ihey also create a new world record or this class of express business. BUYING POWER OF WEST IS GREATER BY 175 MILLIONS The Canadian prairies are at last getting their business to a point where the balance is on the right side of the ledger, according to various bankers and flnanclal men who have been on the Pacific coast recently, says an eastern financial paper. After three years of depression aud heavy loads to carry, the Canadian farmer is beginning to see sia.. light. Last year there was a good crop, but it had been planted and harvested with high-priced labor, n terial and machinery; but this yea. while the fields have produced only bout two- thirds of the volume of whi it, as that of 1923, the planting and .larvesting were done iu many instances for 20 cents a bushel less than last year. In many districts the farmers' profits last year were estimated at 10 cents a bushel. This year there has been an advance of more tban 50 cents a bushel in the price of wheat, so that tbe farmer is not only making this 50 cents, but he ls getting last years prollt of 20 cents and the 20 cents a bushel saved on production cost, making a total profit of more tban 90 cents a bushel on his crop this year. A profit of 20 cents a bushel ou 430,000,000 bushels of grain produced last year meant to the farming community of the prairies about $86,000,- 000 of a buying power; but this year, with only 290,000,000 bushels at a pro- {pIBIiiHEIffli!!^^ Biggest Sale OF Used Cars Ever Known IF YOU HAVE THOUGHTS OF BUYING A USED CAR NOW IS YOUR CHANCE TO PICK ONE FROM— 100CA OF ALL MAKES Many Late Model Geared Cars. Ford Cars and Trucks of all Years and Models DO NOT MISS THIS WONDERFUL CHOICE -AT NANAIMO- FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 & 13 IN THE New Garage of NANAIMO MOTORS LIMITED NOTICE Every Car Sold Will be Numbered. Numbers Will be Drawn at 10 p.m. Sat. Dec. 13 1st Number entitles purchaser to 100 gallons of gas 2nd Number entitles purchaser to 50 gallons of gas 0 3rd Number entitles purchaser to 25 gallons of gas TO BE DRAWN AS REQUIRED FBOM NEAREST "CORFIELD GARAGE" Duncan — Ladysmith — Nanaimo — Alberni — Courtenay !BK,EMaM2.,3I'aE*'E*'HEIEIs,M Gifts that last Sale continues Xmas Sale Buy Now and get to Dec. 31 OF JEWELRY First Choice 20 TO 50 PER CENT. DISCOUNT OFF Jewelry, Watches, Clocks, Silver Plate, Cut Glass, Leather Goods and Novelties LADIES' WRIST WATCHES 15 jewel movement, In "Cashier" Gold-filled Cases, assorted shapes. Reg. up to $16.50. Now $11.2.1 17 JEWEL MOVEMENT Rectangular Shape, in White Gold and Yellow Gold. Reg. gj price $25.00. Sale .... %2l2So OTHER WRIST WATCHES greatly reduced. On some, prices cut to half. m £ S ] fi 1 I | E I 1 -$r- RINGS 10K. Onyx and Pearl. Reg. $5.00. Now i, $8.75 10K. Signet Rings. Reg. $6.00. Now ..._ $3.75 10K. Baby Rings. Reg. $1.25 to $1.50. Now 75c. 20% off Sliver Plate 20% to 30%off All Leather Goods 20% to 25% off All French Ivory 20% to 30% off All China and Cut Glass IS JEWEL, 14 K. SOLID Gold Case and Bracelet. Reg. $05.00. Now $50.00 PEARLS 24-In Indestructible Pearls. Reg. $3.00 to $3.50 Now $1.95 30-in Indestructible Pea* 's. Reg. $6.00. Now f' 10 SOLID GOLD Broaches, Necklets, Cuff Links, Scarf Pins, All reduced 20% to 60% SMOKERS Pipes, Tobacco, Pouches. Cigarette Cases, Cigarette Holders. All reduced from 20% to 50% G. R. MUTRIE Jeweler Courtenay Is Your Car An Oil Pumper? • If so, let us instal oil rings, giving you a reduction in oil consumption as high as 600 per cent. If your cylinders are roughed, let us grind them, with a Halts Cylinder Hone, to a perfect fit. The job soon pays for itself in reduction of oil and gas. We repair any make of car. Welding and brazing done while you wait. Geo. H. Pidcock Gases, Oils and General Accessories Courtenay, B.C. fit of 90 cents a bushel, will give the farmers In the aggregate approximately $261,000,000, or $175,000,000 more than last year. GETTING OUT A PAPER Getting out a paper Is no joke. If we print a lot of jokes, people say we are silly. If we don't, they say we are too serious. If we publish original matter, they say we lack variety. If we publish things from other papers, we are too laz/ to write. If we are rustling news all the time we are not attending to the business of our department. Like as not some fellow will say we swiped this trom an exchange. So we did. INCREASED VALUE OF SETTLERS' SUPPLIES An Indication of tlie Increase In the value of effects being brought Into Canada by settlers from tbe United States is shown In the latest report of the department of trade and commerce. From April 1 to Sept 30, 1924, settlers effects to tlle value of $3,129,339 were brought from tho United States Into Canada, compared with $2,666,467 ln the same period last year. In September alone this year, the value of settlers effects brought into the Dominion by former residents of the United States wos $541,123, compared with $461,519 lu* August, 1924, and $503,437 in September, 1923. LOOKING AFTER INTERESTS OF B.C. The government's determination to fight the freight rates case to a finish has resulted In sending Mr. G. G. McGeer, K.C, to Ottawa to hold a watching brief when the prairie provinces fight for the restoration of the Crow'B Nest Pass Agreement rates. Should they succeed In winning their point Mr. McGeer will protect British Columbia's Interests by insisting that these rates apply eastward as well as westward. The annual meeting ot the Calgary Exhibition company a few days ago revealed the gratifying fact that the surplus from the 1924 exhibition and stampede was $15,582 and the total attendance 167,279. • FOR RENT—STORE IN THE HAW- thorne Bldg., Courtenay, B.C. Apply Mr. Clarkson, c-o The Farmers Produce Store, Courtenay, B.C. 48. WANTED—DIAMOND DRILL, OUT- flt complete. State price to operate or rent. Address X X, Islander. 41. WANTED—TO HEAR FROM OWNER of good farm for sale. State cash price, full particulars. D. F. Bush, Minneapolis, Minn. 48. LOST—A STERLING SILVER CIO- arette case. Initials T.H.W. Please return to Islander Office. 49. FOR SALE—PURE BRED COLLIE Puppies, five months old. Female $20.00 up; male $25.00 up. Apply H. R. Hassell, P.O. Box 592, Cumberland. Residence, Company Farm, T. Malpass GENERAL HAULING FREIGHT, COAL AND WOOD Any part of City or District ASHES TAKEN AWAY AND RUBBISH REMOVED Please leave your orders at office Mrs. King's Stationery Store SERVICE IS Ol'B MOTTO OR PHONE 15 UNION HOTEL CUMBERLAND TRANSFER T. Malpass Union Tailor U. WATANABE. Ladies' and Gents' Fashionable Tailor Cleaning and Pressing P.O. Box 43 - Cumberland TEN 1*HE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1924 Christmas Neckwear YES, here are Christmas Ties that are every-day Ties—made to be worn with satisfaction. No matter what selection you make yen are assured pleasing pattern.1-*, quality and low prices. Men's Ties lead the way as one of the most acceptable remembrances that could be desired, we have a very large stock of smart up-to- date neckties, delivered from Toronto and New York. We especially desire to draw your attention to the"New Cheney"which have arrived. Prices from 75c to $2.95 Men's Dressy SHIRTS Your choice of one of our New Snappy Forsyth Shirts, everyone carrying the guarantee of the makers, will prove a gift that will be appreciated. See these in the new stripes; also in the new plain broadcloths which are so much used at present. The price of these (roods are in keeping with the quality. Men's Pure Linen Handkerchiefs are worthy of appreciation and will prove a very useful present for the festive season. Men's Gloves, lined and unlined, are being shown a3 a remembrance of goodwill. Select yours now. Men's Silk Sox in the most desirable shades are showing in nice qualities. Give a box of three pitirs for your gift, they sure will please. Men's Sweater Coats, made by Vancouver firms. Every garment made of 100 p.c. all wool. Most useful and comfortable gifts. We invite your inspection of the many Xmas Gifts which will be on display on our counters. Gifts suitable for the whole family. DRYGOODS GENT'S FURNISHINGS sT '* iaaU Os-.sy ETrHaXStiiSi .5 s -ax** ' *»* sv KEEP THIS DATE OPEN December 23rd, 1924 Big Christmas Dance GAIETY THEATRE Courtenay, B.C. Local Briefs m^^^^m^^w^^^^^km^^^^v^M Xmas Gifts I GENUINE Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Parfltt wlio have been visiting with Mr. and Mrs. S. Horwood for the past ten days returned to their home in Victoria on Thursday morning. " » * Mrs. R, Abrams and daughter returned from Vancouver on Sunday last. Mr. Abrams motored to Nanaimo to meet them. " " * Mr. E. H. Ruttan, Dominion Meter Inspector, of Victoria, is in town. * * * Lieutenant Colonel Charles Villiers General Manager of ihe Canadian Collieries (iJ) Ltd., accompanied by his daughter Angela Villiers returned to Victoria on Thursday morning. French Ivory WE CAN MAKE UP SETS TO SUIT ANY PURSE. SETS BEADY .MADE PRICED FlJO.M S10.00 Gift Stationery OUR STOCK OF FANCY Boxes range in price FROM 60c. TO $6.50 Chocolates INSPECT OUR STOCK OF FANCY BOXES JUST RECEIVED FROM THE FACTORIES OF MOIRS — NEILSONS — CANONS SEfiai'iy*''!''^^ Lang's Drug Store THE REXALL-KODAK STORE "It PAYS to DEAL at LANG'S" "£ UNION BAY NOTES Mr. and Mr8. Walker of Cranbrook, left on Tuesday morning after spending a short visit with their cousin, Hev. A. Walker. Surprise Party Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Glover left for an out-of-town visit on Tuesday. A delightful surprise party was given to Mr. West Peters on Monday, the occasion of his twenty-flrst birthday. The earlier part of the evening was spent at Court Whist, the prize winners being, Ladies' lirst,Miss Edith Brown; second, .Miss Helen Haggart; consolation, Miss Frances McRay. Gent's flrst prize, Mr. Russell Hicks; second, Mr. Harry Glover; consolation, Mr. S. Nakamura. Dainty refreshments were then served and the remainder of the evening was spent in music and games, the guests taking their departure ln the "wee smae hours." Miss Mary Little entertained many of her young friends on Wednesday evening, it being her thirteenth birthday. The evening was very pleasantly spent at music and games. Union Bay Shipping The following boats called ut Union Bay during tlie week: Peerless, Dauntless, Mogal, Chleftan, Shamrock, Sheaf Mount, Plunger and Scow, Trolyon, Pawnee, Pacific Monarch, Brunette, Hulk "100", Wireless, and Massett. CARD OF THANKS Mr. James Mutter and family wish to thank the many kind friends and acquaintances for their ready help and sympathy during the recent bereavement of a dear wife and mother, also the Ladies' Aid and First Aid Associations for their much appreciated assistance. CARD OK THANKS Benevolence Temple No. 9, Pythian Sisters, desire to express sincere thanks to all those who so willingly assisted them, by their presence and contributions, at the donation tea held at the home of Mrs. V. Frelone on Monday evening. The numerous donations and the sum of money collected brought untold joy to the family for whose benefit the tea was Intended. Mr. R. Hindmarsh of Nanaimo visited Cumberland this week. NEW SCHEDULE OF C.N.R. PROVIDES GREATLY IMPROVED SERVICE LOST—A »5.00 BILL ON WEDNES- day afternoon between Allan Ave. and the Anglican Church Hall. Will finder please return to the Islander office. Loser can ill afford to be without trie money. 49. WINNIPEG, Dec. 1.—ln line with the progressive policy adopted by the Canadian National Railways of bettering train services whenever possible, "Thc National," one of the company's crack trains providing service between the cities of Toronto and Winnipeg, on December 6 will be placed on the fastest running time between those two points. ln the past Mils train has been the popular ineaiiB of travel between those two cities, and it has also been used, to a large extent, by those travelling between Montreal and Winnipeg. Some time hack, the opening of Long Lac cut-off provided a shorter route between the Ontario city and the metropolis of the West, and now, taking the fullest advantage of the new route, the running time of this train will be cut down to 38 hours, a trifle over a day and a half. The former time necessary to reach Winnipeg from Toronto was 41 hours 55 minutes and coming East 41 hours' 50 minutes. The present running time will be actually 37 hours 50 minutes coming East and 38 hours going West. The National provides an added incentive for travellers, whether business men or tourlBts in the convenience of the new hours of departure and arrival, westbound. The train, which is known as .No. 3. will leave Toronto at 8:35 p.m., giving ample time for tho filling of dinner engagements before departure of tlie train and arriving In Winnipeg at 9:40 on the morning of the second day, in time for business appointments; also providing a. full day In that city before the departure time of Train No. 1 for points further West. The eastbound train, known as No. 4, will leave Winnipeg on the new schedule at 4:50 o'clock in the afternoon, of the second day. The arrival time at Toronto is the same as in the former schedule, which provides opportunity for breakfast, followed by a full day for travellers bound for Montreal and other Eastern points, and also gives those coming from points west of Winnipeg four hours additional In Toronto. "The National" is one of the Canadian National Railways' all steel equipped trains, including colonist car wilh lunch counter service, one first class coach, tourist sleeper, through diner and three standard sleepers. One of these sleepers runs through to Sudbury on the westbound train, being picked up at Sudbury on the eastbound train. Another runs from Toronto to Port Arthur on the westbound train, running from Port Arthur to Toronto on the eastbound train In connection with trains between Long Lac and Port Arthur. The third sleeper operates between Toronto and Edmonton, running west of Winnipeg in connection with "The Continental Limited," Radio equipped compartment, observation, library, buffet cars are also operated on these trains. If Is said that "The National" provides everything that the traveler could wish for, including speed and comfort. ANNOUNCEMENT Christmas Gifts for Ladies When you are wondering what to select for Xmas, come down and let us help you solve the problem. Come early and you can shop in comfort; it will be a pleasure. Perhaps you would like a Sweater or Knit Suit, one of the New Blouses or an Afternoon Dress. We can show you also some lovely Scarfs, Neckwear, Handkerchiefs, Lingerie, Hose and lots of Novelties. We took over a small quantity of toys from Mr. Emeric and are selling these at cost—No room for toys Miss E. M. E. Johnson MASONIC BLOCK, COURTENAY Phone 177 P.O. Box 149 Dr. R. P. Christie will be at his Cumberland Surgery in King Block, every Wednesday afternoon. Evenings by appointment. Appointment!-, can be made at Mrs. King's. Mrs. R. T. Cooper returned on Thursday's train from a three weeks' vacation spent with friends and relatives in Vancouver and New Westminister. NOTICE Will the person who took the garden hose on Monday from house vacated by Mr. T. Scott, please return name and avoid further proceedings. Mr. T. Scott. Mrs. Scott and Miss Scott 'eft on Tuesday morning for Vancouver where Mrs. Scott and Miss Scott will remain for a time. Mr. Scott proceeded to Cadomin where lie will take up his future residence. BSE Xmas Gift Suggestions EVERY MEMBER OF THE FAMILY OR YOUR FRIENDS. Come into our store and see our complete display of scores of Christmas Gifts. The best obtainable at reasonable prices. Fancy Box Chocolates, all sizes, also special lines in Family Sizes, Nut Bars, etc., Special Boiled Candy, mixed, all flavors; Chirstmas Stockings and Bon-Bons, etc., all sizes; Chirstmas Cigars; Cigarettes; Tobacco's all popular brands and siz;>s; Pipes and Cigarettu Holders and Pouches, etc. Fancy Crockery; Tea Sets; Dinner Sets, etc.; Fancy Glassware; Berry Sets; Table Sets; Sugar and Cream Sets; Water Sets; Fruit Bowls; Bon-Bon Dishes; Vases Tumblers and Wine Glasses Rogers Famous Silverplate Cutlery; A full stock to choose from: Table Knives, Forks, Spoons, etc.; Stainless Knives; Carving Sets and Cabinet Sets. Full Stock of Wear-Ever Aluminum Ware Kitchen Utensils, FRUITS Jap Oranges; New Season's Naval Oranges; Lemons Florida Grape Fruit; Bananas; Pomegranates; Red Emporer Grapes; Spanish Malaga Grapes; Fancy Table Apples, Cranberries, etc. VEGETABLES Hot House Tomatoes; Cucumbers; Cauliflower; Cabbage ; California Head Lettuce; Spanish Onions; Celery Sweet Potatoes; Carrots; Beets; Turnips, etc. BUY YOUR CHRISTMAS FRUIT NOW Matt Brown's Grocery . FOR SERVICE AND QUALITY PHONE 38 m. De ^22j$f Forest Crosley RADIOS Puts the Merriment in Merry i Christmas If you want to be sure of Christmas delivery— delay no longer—arrange with us for your DeForest- Crosley Radiophone now! The DeForest-Crosley Trirdyn is the greatest value ever offered in radio. Five tube volume and distance—three tube economy in both first cost and upkeep. Remember—anyone can operate the DeForest- Crosley; it is simple and we supply full directions. You can order a set from us knowing that the fortunate recipient will get wonderful radio right from the beginning. Come in; ask us all the questions you like. See our sets. Do it now. There's a RADIOPHONE for every home Six New Models $22.00 to $450.00 Cumberland Motor Works Sole Distributor Dunsmuir Ave. Cumberland, B.C. !