The Dally New ClauilW Ada. I araWlaaer*. Try On, per word |C ~ i—■ i •• ih^i B_S___e___£__9S9S_as_»99B9S9fS_9n9_9^|B__^ VOL 8 NELSON a C, SATURDAY MORNING, IANUARY 22, >9> ,, Returns Irom the 35 constituencies which were polled for members of parliament yesterday, but the results from which were not known until today, are now complete, and the seats are as follows: Unionists, 13; liberals, 13; laborites, 3; nationalists, 22. This Is a unionist gain of nine seats without a single loss, At the dissolution of the last parliament the same constituencies were represented by 21 liberals, 9 unionists, 3 laborites and 2 nationalists. Tho political tide continues to drift towards conservatism. Forty-eight constituencies declared their choice today and the positions of the opposing armies are tonight practically where they were last night, the torles slowly forcing the radicals backwards. There is .hardly a question that the Irish will hold the whip hand over premier Asquith in the coming parliament and that It will be a critical and exciting session. The unionists have made .steady gains on the popular vote al-, most throughout England, and to a much lesser extent in Scotland and Wales, but all the parties and factions of parties claim the results are a vindication of their policies. "Broadly speaking," says the Nation tonight, "the forces and direction of tlie two great electoral currents is clear. The north stands out against the south, Scotland and Wales and Yorkshire, Lancashire and the northeastern comers of England, against the Midlands, home counties and the nearly solid southern counties." The unionists claim that the result is a victory for tariff reform. The liberals deny it stubbornly. They declare that the feudal atatus of the counties is responsible for the conservative gains and charge the landlords, the church and the publicans with overawe- ing their dependants and followers by practicing widespread intimidation and threatening them with *loss of work. ■Prom the opposition point of view, the conservatives of the counties are loyal to the house of lords. The home rule question, with, the nationalists the dominant party in the al- , Hance In tlie new parliament will become invested with an Importance it has not had during the campaign when it was kept in the background. Mr. Asquith declared during the campaign that the liberals would be free in the new parliament, as they were in tbe old, to support a measure for full self government to Ireland, purely on Irish affairs, and subject to the maintenance unimpaired of the supremacy of the Imperial parliament. .The Irish .people, generally, had construed the promise of Mr. Asqulth to mean more than this and protests are being raised . among tbe home rulers. It is probable that a home rule bill will be introduced but not pressed at the coming session and that the attention of the government will be concentrated on the budget. Places for Joseph Albert Pease, the chief liberal whip, sir Henry Norman, assistant postmaster general and Col. J.- B. B. Seeley, under secretary for the colonies, whose constituents snowed him under, soon may be found, one by the promotion of Herberfe Gladstone to the governor generalship of South 'Africa, and th© others by the shelving of some of the older ministers iby raising them to the peerage. The result of county polls, so far as has been declared, has, according to a prombinent Liberal, "staggered us." If the Conservatives should win another 30 seats the balance of power will be tn the hands of the Irish Nationalists, and some Liberals do not deny that the position of affairs in that case would be one of great difficulty and gravity. The Liberals attribute their defeat - In the counties, first, to landlords warning their emoloyes ^hat if Liberals were returned they would be dismissed, and second, that the ministers bave been doing all possible In order to prevent a settlement of the educational question along nationalist lines. The success In the industrial centers led the Liberals to hope for a series of victories in the agricultural constituencies. But the results show they have a good reason for disappointment. In today's polling, Reginald McKenna, first lord of t he admiralty, -was returned victorious over, E. G. M. Carmlchael, Unionist for Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, and William Abraham, Laborite, was re-elected for Rhaadda Valley by the enormous majority of 8,945. J. A. Bryce, brother of the ambassador to the United States, supported by a large majority in Inverness, and Rudolph C. Lehmann, the famous oarsman, and Lewis Vernon Har- court are among the prominent Liberals elected by the returns. Albert Victor Grayson, Socialist, of the fire brand type, lost his i Beat for the Colne Valley division of Yorkshire, West riding, To the Liberal candidate by a large majority. Joseph Walton and W. Holland, unionists, carried BardslBy and Rotherham division, respectively, by large majorities. In Ireland, K. Devlin, Nationalist, has greatly Improved his position, having Increased his earlier majority to 96. At Belfast, South, T. N. Sloan, an Independent Unionist, and a strong temperance advocate, has been turned out, by J. Chambers, a straight Unionist and tariff reformer. London university, which completed its poll tonight, re-elected Sir Phillip Magnus, Unionist. Another notable Tory victory was the gain of the Scottish seat for Perth-' shire by Marquis Tujllibardliw, who turned the previous liberal advantage of 803 into an Unionist majority of 2,908. In London City, Shale Leslie lost to Marquis Hamilton, Unionist, by 57. Leslie Is the son of Colonel Leslie, who Is in a staunch territory. When young Leslie turned Nationalist he re- christened himself Shane, as more Celtic than the name which his parents had given him. Colonel Leslie promptly disowned his son. Mr. Hughes, chief conservative agent, states that tbe returns of Wednesday's pollings are even more favorable than the official estimates would Indicate. At Rugby, Bonar Law said the results of the previous day's polling, showed that tariff reform was simply sweeping the whole country. Sir Ell Berwick said that he was glad to think the country was returning a free trade majority. Donald McMaster, speaking at Chertesy. contended that the old age pensions would weaken the moral (Hire of the nation. When a voice Inquired it Rt. Hon. Gerald Balfour und Rt. Hon. Henry Chaplin, (members of a former Unionist government), who received yearly pensions ot £1200, had their moral tlbre weakened, Mr. McMaster with wrath exclaimed that the question was insulting. Mr. McMaster is the Unionist candidate for Chertesy. The English Liberals went to bed on Wednesday in a state of most complete und most misplaced confidence that was ever evinced by any political party. When AWFIJUOLL Canadian Pacific Train Leaves Rails COSTS FltTCEN LIVES TERRIBLE DISA8TER AT 8UDBURY —DROWNING AND HOLOCAUST ADD THEIR HORRORS—LI8T OF INJURED LARGE—WORK OF RELIEF. . .. ROADSJ.IABLE Conservation Convention Suggests Bill TO SAVE THE FORESTS would hold railway8 to account for fires originating along their lines— this is to be beginning of :big campaign. Robert"Beitli"ran*Tn West Durham In! 1900, to take a Canadian example, the returns showed 8 for Belth, with Thornton's schoolhouse, which always gave Belth 16 majority, still out. Confident of his 24, Belth sat at ease until long after midnight, when the thud of hoofs announced the coming of the message. The trusty scrutineer rushed in. "How Is It," he demanded. "Pine." was the reply. "Belth got 8, and what Thornton's schoo1hou»e gives him." "Then he hasn't got much?" was the answer. "Thornton's schoolhouse gives 28 against him." The English Liberals had admitted their doubts about the boroughs. They did tint know whether the labor alliance would : hold firm. They feared the result of the tariff reform campaign among the unemployed. When the boroughs did only sllghtlv better for the Unionists than onlookers Expected, the Liberals went home to bed well satisfied, and figuring that there was nothing to do but wake up 4n the late hours of the morning and contemplate an almost unbroken scries of victories In the counties. The gloom thut settled over the National Liberal club yesterday was by no means dispelled up to an early hour this morning. A. R. Clabon, a Canadian, and a lending speaker for Joe Martin, who has just returned from a stumping tour of Suffolk, says that the leaders were relying on old age pensions alone to hold the counties. The Liberal disasters wore explained in part by the theory that the quiet Unionist tariff reform campaign In the counties was even more effective than the noisy tariff reform campaign In tho boroughs. Lloyd George ana Winston Churchill make little uppeal to rural voters. The following are yesterday's belated returns: London University—Sir P. Magnus, unionist, 2625; Rt. Hon. sir West Ridge- way, liberal, 1829. No change. Devonshire, Totnes—F. B. Mlldmay, unionist, 5505; I, Foot, liberal, 3578. No change. Hampshire Basingstoke—Sir A. C. Saiier, unionist, 7500; J. B. Wallls, liberal, 3821. No change. Somerset, Brldgewater-—R. A. Sanders, unionist, 5374; H. Hicks, liberal, 3898. Unionist gain. ■Derbyshire, Chesterfield—J. Haslam, labor, 8234; G. W. Radford, unionist, 6693. No change. Herefordshire, Leominster—Sir J. G. Rankin, unionist, 4282; R Lamb, liberal, 3991. Unionist gain. Brecknockshire, "Wales—S. Robinson, liberal, 6335; Hon. R. C. Devereaux, unionist, 3865, No change. ■Pontefract—Sir W. Hassv, liberal, 1924; Col. J. R. Shaw, unionist, 1515. Kendal —■ Lieut-Col. J, G. Bagot, unionist, 3278; D. Stewart-Smith, liberal, 2762. Unionist gain. Appleby — L. Sanderson, unionist, 3335; Lelf Jones, liberal, 2868. Unionist gain. Yorkshire East, Holderness--Major Stanley Wilson, unionist, 5046; commander Bethell, R.N., liberal, 4661. No change. Yorkshire West, Holmflrth — N. J. Wilson, liberal, 6339; R. Godfrey Ellis, unionist, 3043; W. Pickens, labor, 1643. No change. Hallamshire-^T. Wadsworth, liberal, 10,192; S. Timmins, unionist, 6185. No fc change. Yorkshire, north riding Whitby—Hon. W. G. Betkett, unionist, 5161; W. Jar- dine, liberal, .4336. No change. Yorkshire, west riding Doncaster—C. N. Nicholson, liberal, 10,654; C. W. Whltmore, labor, 7065. No change. 1 (Continued On Vega Five.) NORTH BAY, Jan. 21—A terrible accident occurred this afternoon on the Soo branch of the C.P.R., 37 miles weBt of Sudbury, when express No. 7, en route to Sault Ste Marie was derailed, taking heavy toll In dead and Injured' among the passengers. The express was speeding along with a good -passenger Ust when suddenly, without warning of any kind, several of the cars left the rails and plunged down a steep embankment, two of the cars going Into ■the Spanish river, adding death by drowning to tbe horrors of the railway accident. A dining car ls partly submerged and a first class coach is almost wholly under water and the death roll cannot even be estimated at present, but every indication points to one of the worst fatal accidents In the history of Canadian railroads. Fourteen passengers were at lunch in the dining car when the accident happened but It is stated that they, all got out safely. About 25, passengers were In the first class car, which Is, partly or wholly submerged, and how many are dead is not iyet known, as the track IsNtorn up. Twenty passengers at least were in the second class car which took fire and was burned, adding additional horrors to the terrific scene. How many escaped from death ls not known as yet as there la no telegraphic communication with the wreck at present. The accident happened between 1 and 2 o'clock this afternoon and when the cars loft the rails, tearing loose from the front part of the train, the crash of timbers, the groaning of girders and the shrieks of the rails was heard, follower by the screams of injured and moans and lamentations of imprisoned passegers in the shadow of death. as*| the water filled the doomed cars. ■The train was Just approaching the large bridge spanning the river when the accident happened and whether the cause was a broken rail or a broken truck will.never be known as the track is torn up. Physicians were hurried to the scene of the accident as soon ns word was received, and a wrecking train, with General Superintendent Outullus, made record time from North Bay. Arrangements were made to rush a diver on a special train from Sault Ste. Marie to recover the bodies from the submerged cars, and he is now on the sreiie with a full outfit. The in lured were rushed to the Sudbury hospital, and six have already (lied. The report that C.P.R. Claims Agent T. Hay hnd been severely Injured seems to be false, as reports have heen received from him since the wreck. Tho engine, baggage, express, mail and one second class car remained on the rails, while one second class, a first class, a diner and n sleeper left the rniis, plunging down the embankment, the first class car and the diner going into the river, while tlie sleeper and the second class remained on tho ground, but the second class car was burned. Engineer Trelford and the crew of the train, with tho exception of Conductor Reynolds, all escaped injury. A westerner. It Is reported. Mrs. George P. Dyor of Bolssevaln, sustained serious Internal Injuries. Details from the scene of the accident come slow and arc meagre. An estimate places tlte number of dead at IS. but It may he more. The list of injured is growing. The names are not available yet. but i are expected soon. Mrs. Hoiide of Sault Ste. Mnrtc, who wns Injured, has since died. Thomas Hay, the C.P.R. claims agent reported badly injured, has wired his family that he is safe. Passengers from tbe east bound Soo express are be- ins: transferred around the wreck, as the bridge is considered unsafe, which will cause considerable delay to traffic. H0MESTEADER~BIJRNED HORRIBLE FATE OF MARTIN RACH AT THE GAP. BROTHER MAKES A GRUESOME DISCOVERY. MOOSE JAW, . Jan. 21.—Word has just reached the city of the horrible, death of Martin Rach, who was burned to a crisp In a homesteader's shack south of Moose Jaw, in the district known as "The Gap." Ilaclr was in the city a few days ago on legal business. - A brother came to town today and reported that he had gone over to Mar- tln'B homestead and found the shack burned to the ground, and only the charred remains of his brsther left. He can give no Idea as to how the Are was started. , The police will Investigate the case*, but there ls at present no suspicion of foul play. fLE|H_TAB00 Great Meat Boycott in the United States TO LAST THIRTY DAYS LABOR UNIONS ORGANIZE IT AS CLUB TO BRING DOWN PRICES —NEW YORK CLUB WOMAN WANTS TO ENLIST A MILLION HOUSEWIVES. OTTAWA, Jan. 21.—A spirited attack by Hon. Clifford Stfton upon the Canadian railroad corporations generally, and upon the. Intercolonial railway specifically, for .causing many destructive forest fires along their routes, was ithe feature of the -closing session of the Canadian conservative commission. The discussion of this question arose in connection with the report presented by Senator Edwards,- chairman of the committee on forests. Although no definite action was taken this morning, It was virtually stated that when the commission had emerged from Its swaddling clothes there would be recommended to the Dominion government legislation rendering every railroad company in Canada liable for (fcery forest Are caused by Its locomotives. Mr. Goodeve, speaking for the Kootenay, expressed the view that the commission would be doing the country a great service If It would Induce the government to get after the railway companies, as it was. next to impossible for a private Individual to fight a great railroad, corporation through all the courts, however plausible his side of the case might be. It was moved by W. B. Snowball and seconded by Joseph N. Hendry that steps be taken at once by this commission to protect forests from fire, especially along the lines of railroads, and that In particular legislation be recommended by this commission to bring the Dominion government railways under the Are laws of the several provinces, and that the government owned railways should also be liable for damage done by fires originating from their engines, and that the burden of disproof should be on tfv-jir side; also that legislation provide for transportation by all railways, of the chief district fire rangers and wardens, iree of charge when on their way to investigate or fight fires along lines of railway. The committee on forests suggested that an inventory be tagen of forest resources, preparatory to beginning a campaign against lire and promiscuous cutting. Reforestation of burned areas was recommended hy Dr. Fernew of Toronto, who suggested that the commission get a report as to the various methods of fighting fires. Attention was drawn by Premier Haszard of Prince Edward Island to the taking of large quantities of British Columbia salmon by American fishermen, when the fish were on their way to the spawning grounds. A report will be secured In respect to this matter. The commission will meet again in June at a place to be chosen by Sir Wilfrid Laurier, chairman. has been Issued by the Central Labor council for meetings of all local labor unions for the purpose of uniting with the labor unions in other cities in excluding meats for a period. The unions are urged to eat no meat for at least 30 days unless prices are materially reduced. GOVERNMENT ELEVATOR ALBERTA FARMERS MAKE DEMAND ON AUTHORITIES. DO NOT WANT AN INDEPENDENT TERMINAL. EDMONTON, Jan. 21.—A resolution of straight government ownership of elevators, both terminal and internal, and calling upon the provincial government to take over and operate Internal elevators, was-passed by the United Farmers' convention here yesterday. This precludes any possibility of the association favorably considering the proposition of T. H. Worshop of Vancouver for a government guarantee of an independent terminal elevator at the coast. Although the convention gave Mr. Worshop's proposition a cordial reception, the. tone of the meeting was strongly for government ownership, and their stand was strengthened by the announcement read from an afternoon newspaper that the Manitoba govern- [, ment had granted the request of the grain growers of that province and had decided to operate the internal elevators. Schooner Floats Bottom up NORFOLK^ Va,, Jan. 21—The three 'masted derelict schooner found yesterday hy the United States revenue cutter, Androscoggin, floating ibottom upwards, 150 miles east of Cape Hatteras, Is believed to be the missing schooner, Edgar C. Ross of Seaforth, Del,, which sailed from Charleston, S.C., Dec. 23, lumber laden for New York. The vessel carried a crew of nine men in all. Schooner Aground CHATHAM, Mass., Jan, 21—With the break of dawn today the life saving patrol of the Monomoy point station discovered an unknown three masted schooner aground on Handkerchief shoal. The life boat was launched immediately and the crew started for the disabled craft. The weather was threatening, and observers on shore expressed doubt as to the prospects of saving the vessel. Mine Accident SCRANTON, Pa., Jan. 21—-Three men were killed and two seriously Injured by a fall of rock in the Jermyn No, 1 colliery In Old Forge yesterday. All of the killed were foreigners. , CHICAGO, 111., Jan. 21.—A move to combat the high price of meat by abstaining therefrom spread rapidly today, and began to assume a national character. Coincidental^ came announcements from Milwaukee and Cleveland that the price of meat had dropped. In Milwaukee two 'retail butchers quoted porterhouse and sirloin steak at 10 cents a pound, and other meats In proportion. The wholesale price of beef fell off 15 cents per 100 pounds In Cleveland. From Denver, Samuel Dutton, president of the Western Hotel Men's Protective association, announced that a proposal to cut down the consumption of meat would be brought before his organization at a meeting In Chicago on Jan. 31. Dispatches from Baltimore, Kansas City, Omaha, Memphis, Pittsburg and other cities told of the rapid growth of the meat fast. Cleveland, credited with being the originator of the scheme, has now 30,000 names enrolled, while Kansas City reports 80,000. •: The heads of the leading packing houses in Kansas City and Chicago refused to discuss the effect of the movement on their business. From a few places word comes that the boycott does not find favor among union men. Union men, it. Is said, fear that the fast would cut both ways. That the boycott ls not entirely a union movement was proved by a re- por from Des Moines, la., that the meat pledges had been signed by Bcores of men and women, who agree to eat no meat for 30 days, although labor unions have as yet taken no official notice of the crusade. WASHINGTON, Jan. 21—Proceedings will soon be instituted by the 'Depart-, ment of Justice against the so-called beef trust, with headquarters at Chicago. Complaints of the alleged operations of the trust In restraint of trade have been investigated by the department. A suit probably will be brought under the Sherman anti-trust law. ATLANTA, Jan. 21.—Joining with labor organizations all over the country in a fight against the prevailing prices of meat, local labor leaders held a conference this evening to decide on calling a mass meeting of all the labor unions. William Van Houten, president of the Atlanta Federation of Labor, and Jerome Jones, editor of the Journal of Labor, urged the circulation of pledges to abstain from meat for one month. NEW YORK, Jan. 21.—New York today joined the fight against the high prices of meat and foodstuffs. Scores of laboring men and others are malting pledges to abstain from using meat for 30 days, while many others are only eating meat once a day. Mrs. Anita Comfort Brooks, prominent In club circles, has come forward with a suggestion that a million housewives unite to force prices down. Buttons in Baltimore. BALTIMORE, Jan. 31.—Buttons hearing the inscription "l don't buy meat, do you?" appeared on tlie streets here in large numbers totlay, following the action of the local Federation of Labor, which adopted a resolution calling upon all labor unionists and their sympathizers to abstain from eating meat for a period of one month as a protest against the high price of that article or food. Thousands of these buttons have been ordered. The demand for them, tt was declared, was not confined to laboring men, more than half the requests coming from business men and clerks. Five Thousand Take Pledge. OMAHA, Neb., Jan. 21.—The ranks of the abstainers from meat eating were augmented: today by 5,000 Omaha worklngmen who pledged themselves to a vegetable diet. St Louis Workmen. ST. LOUIS, Mo., Jan. 21.—Three bun- dred and slxty-flve stationary engineers have signed a pledge to abstain from meat for 30 days. Similar pledges have been signed by the employes of several manufacturing concerns. Iron City fn Line. PITTSBURG, Jan. 21.—A meat strike has been organized in Greater Pittsburg today. Street car employes by the hundreds are signing pledges to abstain from meat for 30 days, beginning next Tuesday. Thousands of affiliated members of the Iron City Trades council are waiting for their leaders to act before putting into effect a meat boycott. The resolution was adopted by the council last night. Unions of St. Joe. ST. JOSEPH, Mo., Jan. 21.—A call BUDGET DEBATE IS OVER FRITTERS DOWN TO VERY TAME CONCLUSION GLENN CAMPBELL PROMI8E8 A WARM TIME FOR 8COTT OiTAWA, Jan. 21—The budget debate which commenced a few days before Christmas recess, and has occupied the attention of the house at frequent Intervals since It resumed on Jan, 12, came to a tame conclusion shortly 'before 10 o'clock tonight. It was easily tbe dullest day of the session, the discussion being resumed without interesting preliminaries immediately after the house met, by Mr. Loggle. Other speakers in the afternoon were Dr, Edwards of Frontenac and B. W. Nesbltt of Oxford. During the course of a speech made at the evening sitting Glen Campbell of Dauphin, said he had heard a rumor to the effect that Mr. McCraney, M.P., would become attorney general of Saskatchewan and that Hon. Walter Scott, premier of that province, would enter the federal cabinet. He said that he would give --r, Scott fair warning that the day he entered the dominion parliament would be a red letter day for him. He did not propose to make any charges against Mr. Scott because of any personal or political spite, .because he did not know him, but ibecause he had seen documentary evidence which made him believe that Mr. Scott had been a traitor. Touching on Immigration matters, Mr. Campbell praised the Gallcian settlers in the west, but ridiculed the government for bringing tlie Doukhobors into the country. He said that the government had made a practice of sending party heelers to the mother country as immigration agents. One had been sent from his own constituency at considerable cost, and lie had 'brought to Canada only two farm laborers. Mr. Campbell declared that an unnecessary amount was being expended on the construction of the G.T.P. He closed with an appeal to the government to take steps to canalize the Saskatchewan river, so as to make a waiter way through from Winnipeg to Edmonton. - Col Smith of Cornwall who closed the debate, said he could not understand the claim that the liberal government had ruined the wollen Industry of the country, in view of the fact that Canadian manufacturers were getting far more for their product than they did In conservative days and .that sheep raisers were likewise getting much better prices for their woot. The house adjourned at 10 o'clock. DEBATEJP [rnie^nw^Moves Reply to MR. MACKENZIE SECONDS FOUR PETITIONS IN REGARD TO RAILROADS PRESENTED—SOLITARY LIBERALS BITTER RIVALS—SOCIALIST REFUSES TO LEAD THEM RESEMBLED GUY FAWKES LADY JOURNALIST SUES LORD NORTHCLIFFE. JURY FINDS HE HAD RIGHT TO DISMISS HER. LONDON, Jan. 21.—The trial of Miss Kealy. journals!, and daughter of Dr. Kealy of Tichborne case fame, against Lord Northcliffe and the Associated Newspapers, Limited, for wrongful dismissal from the Daily Mail, one of Lord Northcllffo's publications, was concluded yesterday, tlie jury giving a verdict In favor of Lord Northcliffe and the Associated Newspapers, Limited. In his evidence yesterday, Lord Northcliffe. in referring to a letter from Sydney Holland, chairman of the London hospital, who protested to Lord Northcliffe against- the employment of Miss Kealy as the head of his "humanities" department of the Daily Mail on the ground that she was an antl- vlvisectionist, Lord Northcliffe reluc- 'tantly testified, amid a roar of laughter, that It contained tho following expression: "Why do you send this old Guy Fawkes to worry me?" and before leaving the stand his lordship described the plaintiff as the cleverest lady lawyer in existence. Sydney Holland was the next witness. He admitted writing the Guy Fawkes letter. He expressed his sorrow at having written the letter, but at the same time remarked that when Miss Kealy visited the hospitals she was unsuitably and tremendously overdressed. She wore, he testified, the biggest hat he ever saw, and was adorned with an immense amount of jewelry. Her dress was a bright pink In color and she had on a wig of considerable size. Her language, Mr. Holland testified, was as exaggerated as her costume. Terminals Destroyed NEW YORK, Jan. 21—The explosion of a gas generator tank stalled a fire that threatened to destroy the freight terminal In the yards of the Erie railroad in Jersey City today. There were fears that the flames might spread to the ferry slip and passenger terminal of the road. The loss in a short time was estimated at upwards of $50,000, while the company's employees nnd a big force of firemen worked to prevent the further spread of the flames. The buildings destroyed were the railroad's gas plant, the freight office and a big oil storage tank. No one was injured. (Special to The Daily News.) VICTORIA, Jan. 21—The second day of the session was devoted practically entirely to hearing the addresses of the mover and seconder ot the address in reply to the speech irom the throne, the former being Ernest Miller of Grand Forks and the latter Frank J. Mackenzie of Delta. Both acquitted themselves with credit, their speeches bearing tribute to tbe excellent judgment of the premier in thus honoring them. Mr. Miller made a realty excellent speech in which he dealt with the various matters referred to in the speech from the throne, and created a most favorable impression, 'both among those In tbe galleries and his colleagues. Mr. Mackenzie's address was a masterly one. In it he went into details in regard to agriculture and education, particularly and what he had to say on these subjects Was especlaMy interesting. The first petitions were presented to the house today, two of the Vancouver members, A. H. B. Maegowan and C. E. TIsdall, each contributing two. One of Mr! Maegowan s was from Charles McNab and others asking for the incorporation of the Fort Moody, Indian River & Northern railway company, and the other from W. H. Armstrong and others asking for the reviving and ratification of the Vancouver & Nicola railway company act of 1908. Mr. Tis- dall's were that of Alvo Alvensleben and others asking for a charter for the Vancouver & New Westminster Terminal & Dock company, and of Harry Abbott and others for the incorporation of the Western Union Fire Insurance company. Following the presentation of these petitions Mr. Miller rose to move the address in reply. In doing so he thanked the premier for the honor which he had done him and the constituency which he represented, in asking him to move the address in reply. Proceeding he referred to the record of the government; He paid tribute to the late lieutenant governor and also to his successor, as well as to earl Grey and lord Strathcona, both of whom visited British Columbia during the past year. Ho then dealt with the progress of mining. lumbering, etc., during the past year. He dealt, with the province's favorable financial condition, and also with the government's railway policy, which ho said meant the development of new areas throughout the province. After dealfug with the forestry commission, the university site question and a number of other matters, he closed by saying that the people of British Columbia would have no reason to regret their verdict of Nov. 25 last. His speech was punctuated with applause and he received an ovation on taking his seat. Mr. Mackenzie followed in a speech of an hour's length, during which he dealt with various public questions, particularly with matters relating to education and agriculture and with local conditions in Delta, pointing out the necessity for additional roads, the abolition of tolls on the New Westminster bridge, etc. His speech was also well received and he received round after round of applause on taking his seat. Parker Williams moved tlie adjournment of the debate and the house adjourned until Monday. The first questions have ibeen addressed to the government. John Jar- line, the member for Esquimau Is down for two and H. C, Brewster for the other. Mr. Jardine's relate to high school examinations, and to the tolls on the New Westminster bridge. Mr. Brewster is concerned with the government's intention regarding the construction of the Albernl-Comox railway this year. There will be no leader of the opposition in the legislature during the present session. Both the liberal members, H. C. Brewster and John Jardine, will sit as private members, while J. H. Hawthorn thwalte and Parker Williams will also sit as private members. The reason why the, liberals have no leader is because there is a dispute between Messrs. Jardine nnd Brewster as to who should hold the position. Both want it In the emergency It was proposed to consolidate the opposition, and let Mr. Hawthomthwalte 'be leader, but the socialist leader refused to enter into any such agreement, saying lhat the tenets of socialism prevented him or any other member becoming leader of his own party, let alone assuming such a position as the one offered to him. The feeling was so bitter that Mr. Brewster refused to second any motion that Mr. Jardine might make as leader of the liberal opposition, and Mr. Jardine " (Continued on Page Ftve.) MUIWt Ghe gtatty Itatm. SATURDAY i. , JANUARY 22 KASIO NOW AN OUTPORT GOVERNMENT ACTS FAVORABLY ON PROTEST AID FOR INVESTIGATING ZINC ORE PROCESSES J. L. Retallack, secretary of the Kaslo board of trade, passed through Nelson en route to Kaslo, on his return from Ills mission to Ottawa, to protest against the action of the federal auth- •oritles in depriving Kaslo of its status es a customs port. This action, which ■was gazetted about six weeks ago, met with instant protest from the people of Kaslo, as it would involve coming to Nelson to transact all business and the mines of that district are considerable shippers to American smelters. Accordingly the Kaslo Iboard of trade sent Mr. Retallack to Ottawa 'to interview the government. At Ottawa Mr. Retallack .met Hon. William Paterson, minister of customs, and went into the matter fully. The action off the government was based upon the amount of business done. Mr. Paterson agreed, after considering the subject, 'to establish Kaslo as an out- port of the customs port of Nelson. This will permit the business to he done at Kaslo, suiting the convenience of that district. Needless to say, tlie district expects in the course of time to regain Its status as a port, through the increase in the volume of shipments. While In the east, Mr. Retallack also acted ag the agent of the Nelson board of trade in handing to Hon. William Templeman, minister of mines, the memorial from the recent mining convention held at Nelson, which asks that the government consider the subject of aiding the practical investigation of processes for the reduction of zinc ore. While of course the minister was not in a position to make an absolute promise, he indicated that in all probability the government would take up this important matter in a very practical way. Death at New Denver (Speclnl to The Dally News.) NEW DENVER, Jan. 21—John Cal- derwood, aged 33 years, a skilful young architect, a native of) Ayrshire, Scotland, died In the hospital on Monday morning. His case was considered almost hopeless when he entered the hospital a fortnight ago. His relatives, who reside at Macleod desire to gratefully acknowledge the kindness and consideration shown him iby Dr. Brouse; also friends who watched by him each night, including Rev. R, H. Gilmore. The funeral took place on Tuesday, Jan. 18, and was attended by a brother and many sympathizing friends. Convicted of Murder ' COLVTLLE, Wash., Jan.' 21 -r- James F. Logan last night was convicted of the murder of Mrs. Agnes Jansen, his housekeeper, whose body he took to the woods and cremated. Logan, according to three physicians who examined him as to his sanity, confessed to them that he also killed two other persons. . Mlnard's Liniment Cures Garget In Cows. WEIR'S SHOE SALE Saturday's Bargains Will Be Greater Than Ever. We Have Cut All Our High Grade Shoes Still Lower for Saturday's Selling. Shop Early Ladies' Bargains $5.00 for $3.50 All our Ladies' High Cut Shoes, Patent Kid, Vici Kid and Calf Leathers. Regular price $4 50 All our best makes in Ladies' Fine Footwear, Black and Tan all leathers. Reg. $5 and $5.50 Saturday price $2.95 Saturday price $3^0 Men's Bargains The George A. Slater Invictus Shoes. Reg. $5-50 and $6 Saturday price!J3#95 The Will Known Barry American Shoe Reg. $5.50 and $6 Saturday price$3,95 Ten cent tins of Two In One Polish for 5c. Tan and Black Combination Beauty, regular 25c., Saturday 15c. Men's high top shoe packs with leather sole and heel, also leather Insole, regular $5.00, Saturday, J3.50. WEIR'S UP-TO-DATE RUSB in your mail «..~VT«nn^i.JX ORDERS and RECEIVE SHOE STORE rmbest bargains NELSON, B.C. Ft)RT GEORGE is the geograpical and strategic commercial centre of British Columbia; on the line of the Grand Trunk Pacific and six other lines of railway building and projected. Port George is at the junction of iooo miles of navigable waterways A Careful Distinction ~> In making our announcement of the sale of lots in Central Fort George we wish to make a careful distinction between this sale and the promiscuous sale of town- sites, subdivisions and additons. We hear of "subdivisions" here and "subdivisions" there. We hear of new "townsites" and "additions" put upon the market. But they are, for the most part—considered in the light of future development— trivial and unimportant. We believe that we are offering to you one of the REALLY GREAT opportunities; the opportunity to participate in the beginning of the "Last Great Metropolis of North America." This being the case, we are not offering you an outlying subdivision or addition; nor are we offering—as the introduction to our permanent work of development of Central British Columbia—lots in a place destined to remain forever a village. FORT GEORGE is not the beginning of a town. It is the beginning of a city. It is the foundation of a place that will quickly become a metropolis. Future of Fort George THE BRITISH COLUMBIA GOVERNMENT, realizing that the two largest cities on the Grand Trunk railroad in British Columbia will be Fort George and Prince Rupert, are doing the same as they did at Prince Rupert—taking one- quarter of our townsite for the purpose of selling lots later, proceeds to be used for streetimprovement and public works* A Comparison THIRTY YEARS AGO Spokane, Winnipeg and Vancouver were just where Fort George is today—no railroad transportation and little population, with lots selling at $100 to $150 each. TODAY the population of each city is around 100,000. Realty values are about the same in each, as follows: Inside business property, $3000 to $4000 per front foot; $75,000 to $100,000 for a 25-foot lot. FIFTEEN YEARS AGO Calgary and Edmonton were where Fort George is today as regards population, realty prices and development. TODAY these two cities have a population of 30,000 each. Central business property is selling at $1000 to $2000 per front foot; $25,000 to $50,000 for a 25-foot lot TODAY we offer you business lots in Central Fort George at $150 to $200 each, payable $10 down and $10 per month; 10 per cent discount for cash. NO INTEREST! NO TAXES! TITLE TO THESE LOTS IS INDEFEASIBLE, guaranteed by the government of the Provincetof British Columbia. It is an absolute certainty that inside of one year Fort George will be a bustling city, and will increase in population and realty value several times faster than any of the cities named above, arriving at the position they now occupy in much less time than taken by them, j " BECAUSE none of the cities named above, with the possible exception of Vancouver, have such immense natural advantages, and because Central British Columbia is the last "last west" Call or write for maps, plans and full particulars. Natural Resources Security Co., Limited 401-402-403 Winch Building Vancouver, B.C Telephone335.4 Or Apply to W. W. LOCK, 417 Ward Street, Nelson Kootenay Orchard Association SATURDAY JANUARY 22 C*w g} otlg gtewe. MQE THRU Which Wif lYou Have Ten Yeais from Now? A bundle of rent receipts or a comfortable home of your own? WiU you help support your landlord or will you break the rent paying habit, be your own landlord and put, the money in your own pocket? These questions are for yon to answer; it's for you to decide. Here's Some Snaps! $ 675.00 buys a house of two large rooms, built of best grade of lumber; double boarded wall and floor, brick chimney, city water, cellar; 1 lot 30x120, all cleared and under cultivation, well fenced; warm chicken house. Situated on Chatham street, one block from car line. Terms to suit. V 800.00 cash will handle that choice residential property corner of Hendryx and Latimer streets, 5 rooms and hath, large verandah, cellar, 2 lots. Price 11900; terms, {S00 cash, .balance to suit purchaser. $1250.00 for 50 feet on Mines Road, and neat four roomed plastered cottage, level ground, all cultivated, fruit trees, terms arranged to suit purchaser. STOCKS 7i Kootenay Jam $ 1.00 5 only Eagle Debentures, worth today with interest accrued 53.06 Today's price <*» 47.50 _ Profit t 6-16 Interest payable 1st of March, 1910. Western Canada Investment Co. 507 j-2 Baker Street phone 254 Nelson, B. C. Colonial Trust Co.'s Shares Should be Attractive to Every Man or Woman with> m Small Amount of Capital for the Following Reasons BECAUSE! it Is a home company composed of well known buslne s men who have shown their confl. dence in the enterprise bw investing their money in it. BECAUSE believing a company of this kind to be a necessity and of great behetlt ito the community, the director are serving the company without remuneration. BECAUSE every shareholder Is on tho some basis and every dollar has an equal earning power. BECAUSE you can pay for your shares in small monthly payments tt you desire to do so. BECAUSE the stock of *ruet companies is readily converted Into cash if desired, you can generally borrow to the lull value of the shares and still participate in the dividends. , BECAUSE trust companies throughout Canada and the United States have been more successful and have paid larger dividends as a rule than other forms of investments. BECAUSE besides the large dividends, the stock also advances ta value so that you make money both ways. BECAUSE Uiere ore many, times when you may need advice as to investments, may need some responsible agent to look alter your affairs, may need a loan or some other assistance and the trust company is formed for the mutual benefit of its shareholders. BECAUSE the young men and women of dills country will conduct its affairs In the future and it is to their interest to combine .together and form a company of tills kind, to own the majority of Its otock, elect Its directors and control its destinies. BECAUSE the greater part of tlie money subscribed will go Immediately into the purchase of good land which we are making arrangements to sell this year at a large profit. BECAUSE If for any reason all the land cannot be sold quickly It will be a good investment. Land ls the basis of all values. Good land In the Kootenays is very much lower In price now than it will be In a few years and the advance woold mean large dividends even if tlie company had not many other ways of making money for Its shareholders. The remarkable success of trust and Investment companies operating throughout Canada during the 1 Jt few years and tho profits made for shareholders is not generally known or there would be as great W demand for stock as now obtains In ithe United States where dividends ranging from 12 per cent to 50 per cent are the rule and the stock has advanced in some cases from $25 to $1900 per share. The opportunity to secure stock in a company of this kind in its formative stage is rare and should be taken advantage of. In a fow years from now the shares of the Colonial Trust Company will be hard to buy. The price will be much higher than * Is now. The booklet upon Trust Companies and their great earning power will he sent free to any one upon application. The Colonial Trust Company, Ltd. 419 BAKER STREET NELSON, B.C. BOURASSA ON THE NAVY NATIONALIST LEADER CONDEMNS LAURIER. SAY COST FIGURES QUOTED ARE ASTRAY. MONTREAL, Jan. 21 — Henri Bou- rassa, the Nationalist leader, speaking here last night made an attack on the government's naval policy, which he condemned altogether, while giving Sir Wilfrid Laurier credit for sincerity. The address, which was delivered in the Monument Nationale. was listened to hy an' audience of over 2,000, who . were apparently in sympathy with the speaker's utterances, Mr. Bourassa claimed that the proposed naval measure would entail enormous expenses upon the country, and he claimed that Sir Wilfrid Laurler's estimate of the cost was altogether astray, which he said was not surprising, as Sir Wilfrid was not very .strong at figures, having estimated the cost of the Grand Trunk Pacilc at $13,000,000, when, accoriidlng to competent authority, it would cost $200,- 000,000. Mr. Bourassa denounced the measure from beginning to end, and acoused Sir Wilfrid Laurier of violating the rights of parliament and of the Canadian people, and that Mr, Borden WaB helping him. At the conclusion of Mr. Bouraasa's address, resolutions were unanimously adopted condemning the measures, and demanding that parliament should take no action until the will of the people had been ascertained by means of a plebiscite. News Notes from Creston (Special to The Dally News.) CRESTON, Jan. 21—It will be welcome news to Creston that the Creston Edison Picture company has completed arrangements for the. display of moving pictures in Creston. Excellent progress Is being made with the rehearsals of the "Private Se- retary," which will shortly be put on at the e_era house by the Creston Dramatic club. The Ladles' Auxiliary of the Presbyterian church will give a sleighing party to Mr. Watchers residence on the evening of the 20th Inst. Sleighs will leave Spear's store at 8 p.m. ft As Mrs. Mitchell of Erlckson was going along the Arrow creek road she came within an ace of being shot with a stray bullet' She heard no report but the bullet came whizzing past her head and lit in tbe snow a few yards trom her. The person doing the shooting was evidently a 'long way off. The Canyon City Lumber company now has about 40 men employed in and about their mill at Canyon City. Prod Watson was sent out a few days ago to take charge of the engine at this mill. J. Maxwell has purchased the 20 acre orchard plot known as the Bamhart place, west of the Timmons ranch and will start making extensive Improvements In the spring. It ls stated that this land brought 1150 per acre. FORTGEORGEANDWORKS CONSERVATIVE ASSOCIATION MAKES SUGGESTIONS. ALSO DESIRES CERTAIN NEW LEGISLATION. FORT GEORGE, Jan. 21.—The Fort George Conservative association recently met and adopted a number of important resolutions, o'' which the following is a summary: Resolution asking for the appointment of a government agent for the Fort George land district. Resolution suggesting that appropriations be made in lump sums to the government agents for the various land districts. Resolution asking that a synopsis of Ine land act pertaining to the purchase and pre-emption of crown lands be published In the public press. Resolution asking that the Survey act he amended so as to protect a man's unsurveyed pre-emption against a late staking but a prior survey. Resolution asking that more fire wardens be placed in the held. Resolution suggesting the advisability of making a big game.preserve on the upper Fraser river. Resolution asking that unreserved crown lands surveyed at the Instance of the government be not open for staking until 60 days after the Held notes are filed, and that all odd sections be reserved for pre-emption. Resolution asking an appropriation of $30,250 for needed public works in tbe shape of roads, trails, government buildings, etc. Resolution asking that four public schools be opened in the Nechaco and Fraser River valleys. Resolution petitioning the government to lndictae to the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway company that the government will assist the railway company In building the railway bridge over the Fraser river at Fort George, providing no one makes a dollar out of It, on tbe condition that it be made a general traffic bridge. Tbe meeting was targe and was attended by a representative gathering. Reglna Bonsplel. REGINA, Sask., Jan. 21.—Two more competitions of tbe bonsplel have been decided. Smith of Regina and Braden of Winnipeg met tn the final game of the grand challenge and the latter won out by 12 to 10. The bonsplel will be concluded today. Smith, Reglna, and Braden, Winnipeg, are now tied for the grand aggregate, with 14 wtns each to his credit. Braden walked off with the second event of the bonsplel this morning when he defeated McCarthy of Regina in the final game of tbe Drewry competition. The score was 14 to 5. The Regina man did not have a lookln at any stage of the game. The prizes went: 1st, Braden, Winnipeg; 2d, McCarthy, Regina; 3d, Ross, Regina; 4th, Dimdas, Slntaluta. .. Nelson Knocked to Mat. MEMPHIS, Tenn., Jan. 21.—That anybody with a punch may land once In a while was admitted by Battling Nelson, champion lightweight, yesterday, after receiving a strong blow on the Jaw that forced him to tumble to the mat for the count. George Rawllngs, member of the Swanetes champion football squad of the southern college and all around athlete, waB sparring with Nelson at the local Y. M. 0. A. gymnasium, when he surprised spectators as well as Nelson by landing the blow. Braden Wins Three Events. REGINA, Jan. 21.—Braden's Winnipeg rink finished off its stay In Reglna by winning the third largest competition of the bonsplel. This afternoon they defeated Greig in the finals of the Calgary. This makes three trophies, the Challenge, Drewry and Calgary, which have been won by the Braden men, and the prizes they have taken include two gentlemen's gold watches and a lady's gold watch for each man. The prizes In the Calgary went: 1st, Braden, Winnipeg; 2d, Grelg, Regina; 3d, Balfour, Reglna; 4th, Kerr, Saskatoon. Montreats to Train In South. COLUMBIA, S. C, Jan. 21-The Montreal Eastern league baseball club will do Its spring training in Columbia, according to a telegram received by the president of the local club from Manager Edward Barrow of the Montreal club. The Eastern leaguers will arrive in Columbia about March 20. Isbelt to Manage Wichita. CHICAGO, 111., Jan.' 21.—Frank Is- bell has played his last game as a member of the Chicago club. The American league clubs have waived claim to the veteran pitcher and inflelder and he will be a combination of bench and playing manager for his Wichita team next season. Forfeit Posted. SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 21.—Sid Hester, the San Francisco light promoter, posted a $2,500 guarantee last night that he will pull off a 45-rpund fight between Battling Nelson and Ad Wol- gust on February 2, either in tlie city or in* San Mateo county. Breast Stroke Record. CHICAGO, III., Jan. 21.—M. McDer- mot, a high school swimmer, established a new American record tor the 100- yard breast stroke in the match last night. His time was 1:15, clipping two seconds off the previous record. Test Match in South Africa. JOHANNESBURG, Jan. 21.—In the cricket test match today the South Africans hnd 89 for four wickets. German Wrestler Wins BILLINGS, Mont., Jan. 21 — Carl Busch, a German middleweight wrestler, 'last night won a decision over Tom A***"3*** MOOJEJtttSAW.: 111 p -> I ii! F' wrv r'n hi HF|IJ@,PIB____J fi ID BEiEiiiRENri piiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimn This is the Wonderful New Flour fhat has made such a sensation throughout Western Canada. Made of highest grade Saskatchewan wheat, In the newest, best-equipped, largest mill on the prairies. Made with the determination to give users better flour-value, greater certainty of baking-success, fuller satisfaction with the final result, whether wit \\ biscuits, cake or bread. Housewives throughout all the West admit that Robin Hood Flour gives all this. Therefore, Madam, it is the flour for you. This flour cannot be described in an advertisement. We use this paper merely to give the introduction—to say: " Let us make you acquainted with Robin Hood Flour." It Is the guaranteed flour. If you ape not satisfied with tt after two fair tp'aia, ask roup *roeep for your monoy baric Hs will give It to you. Add mors watep than usual whin using Robin Hood Flour. Had* or such hard, dry wheat, It absorbs mors molatups-produalng a larger, whiter loaf. The difference between Robin' Hood Flour and other flours you have to find out for yourself. That there is a difference every woman who now uses Robin Hood admits. SASKATCHEWAN FLOUR MILLS CO. LIMITED Moose Jaw, Sask. Connors, welterweight channplon of England, gaining two straight falls, the first fall In nine minutes and the second In three minutes. ICE GORGE BREAKS Allegheny River Pouring Flood of Floes Into Ohio PITTSBURG, Pa., Jan. 21 — Sons upon tons of water are pouring into the Ohio from the Allegheny river, where, 30 miles above this city, the Ice gorge broke last night. The Allegheny bank, full of soft spongy ice, crumbled Into small floes by its tumbling over the dam after the gorge had been forming at Preeport. Ice 15 inches thick piled up IB feet high, and aa the recent snows on the Alto gheny watershed melted with the Wish temperature of the past 48 hours, the water was held back until It had reached a depth of 17 feet and covered ■acres of low land around Freeport. Slocan Items. SLOCAN, B. C, Jan. 21.—The ea'tr- talnment held last night In the Presb"- terian church proved an enjoyable if- fair. Rev. Mr. Gilmore of New Denver gave a splendid lecture on "Irish Scenes." illustrated with lantern views. Mr. Gilmore, Rev. Thomas McGregor, Mrs. McGregor, Mrs. J. M. Benedrum and Thomas Jameson gave excellent songs and recitations, and were repeatedly encored. Mr. Stanger's comic songs and dialogues were especially appreciated and encored hy tlie younger element. Pat McGuire and O. Covington have obtained a lease on tlie Enterprise and are now busily at work. C. E. Barber hns returned from a trip to the coast. Arthur Stanger recently arrived here from England. The report contained in Tlie Daily News a few days ago regarding the recommendation by the Nakusp board if trade of James H. Schofield, M. P. P.. for Ymir, for cabinet honors In the provincial house, has caused consider- New Amberol Records £y CANADIAN GIRL CHOCOLATES ^Chocolates are lor the men to buy and for the girls of all ages to enjoy. IThe riohnesB, daintiness and variety of forms of chocolates appeal to the feminine taste, ■[Foley's "Canadian Girl" chocolates are.made with one object, that of completely satisfying these judges, IjWill you be one of the feminine jury? IJThese are our newest chocolates, Every box contains a large variety and every individual piece is of purest chocolate—they are the daintiest, moBt delicious, fullest-flavored chocolates you can buy, tLet us have your verdict, Sold wherever the best Candies are sold. Foley Bros. Larson & Co. (DMONTON WINNIPEG VANOOUVIR Slefak Leo Slezalc, the great tenor, now sing-s for you in the Edison Phonograph the same famous arias from the Grand Operas that the New York audiences pay $5.00 a seat to hear. Just how great a singer Sle/ak is, is told in the following remark, quoted from the New York World the morning after a recent appearance of Slezafc at the Metropolitan Opera House: "Caruso now has a rival." Slezalc has made ten records for the Edison, comprising the principal tenor songs from the more prominent roles of his repertoire —so that, while the New York opera goer pays S5.00 a seat to hear Slezak in one opera, with the Edison Phonograph and Amberol Records you get Slezak at his best in his ten best roles, including Otello, Lohengrin, Tannhauscr, Rhadamcs in Aida and Rodolfo in La Bohemc. Only on Amberol Records can you get a full length rendering of these great arias—and only on the Edison Phonograph do you get Amberol Records. Hear these great Slezak Records at any Edison dealer's toAiy. Edison Phonncraphs 516.50 tn 52(0.00 Edison A mbcroi Records (play twice as longlS .05 Edison Standard Records - - .40 Edison Grand Opera Records ■ ■ .85 and 1.25 There arc Edison dealers everywhere, Go tn (he nearest and hear the Edison l'linncwapti play both Edison .Standard and Amberol Records. lift complete catalogs from your dealer or from us Notional Phonograph. Co., 100 Lakeiide Avenue, Orange, N. J., U. S. A. By Special Appointment Purveyors to H.E. the Governor General. "Kootenay" Jams have proved their superiority beyond question and "Kootenay Brand" CANNED FRUITS are likewise easily first for flavor, quality and richness. "Kooten. y" Strawberries. "Kootenay" Pears. "Kootenay" Plums. "Kootenay" Apples. H^ "Kootenay" Huckleberries. . _&*v:j All packed by Kootenay Jam Co., Ltd. Neison,B.c. able stir and comment in political circles in Slocan riding. The feeling generally Is strongly tn favor of William Hunter, M. P. P., for any cabinet position that Is vacant. During the time that Mr, Hunter has represented the Slocan riding in the local house, he lias been an indefatigable worker for tlie betterment of the district generally, and why a (own tn the riding should not favor their local member [or cabinet honors Is inconceivable. ' It is thought locally that perhaps the members of the Nakusp board of trade were under the Impression that Mr. Hunter is not an aspirant for a cabinet position. However, be that as it may, the great majority of Mr. Hunter's friends would like !o see him 'appointed to the position. Royalty to Africa LONDON, Jan. 21 — The duke and duchess of Connanght accompanied by their son and daughter, prince Arthur and princess Patricia, left tliis city today on a shooting expedition in East Africa. Tney will make their headquarters at Nairobi. Bermudese Dies HAMILTON, Bermuda, Jan. 21—Sir Brownlaw Grey, former chief justice of Bermuda, died here last night. He was born in 1823. Mlnard's Liniment cures Distemper. r MM FOUR _he falls Stew*. SATURDAY . JANUARY 2* )t»it AtttytA Direct from Europe Fteit Shipment of New Staaon'g Goodi Scotch Chambrays In stripes and in all the newest colors and shades, such as fawn, green, tan, blues, etc., etc. t5c* pe* Yatd Fast Colors- Excellent Quality The Hudson's Bay Stores *.|. 1I ******* 11 tttf *********** *************** ■ ********* ) 11 Imperial Bank of Canada ___*" ' HEAD OFFICE, TORONTO Capital Authorized $10,000,000 Capital Paid Up $3,000,000 Reserve Fund 15,000,000 D. R. WILKIE, Preeldent HON. ROBT. JAFFRAY, VlcePrea. BRANCHE8 IN BRITISH COLUMBIA: Arrowhead, Cranbrook, Fernle, Golden, Kamloops, Michel, New Michel, Moyle, Nelson, Revelstoke, Vancouver and Victoria, SAVINGS DEPARTMENT « Intereat allowed on depoalta at current rata from data of deposit NELSON BRANCH J. M. LAY, Manager. Canadian Bank of Commerce HEAD OFFICE, TORONTO ESTABLISHED 1867 B. E. WALKER, President. Reserve Fund 6,000,000 ALEXANDER LAIRD, Oen. Man. Paid-up Capital $10,000,000 TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES The new Traveller*' Cheques recently issued hy this Bank are a most convenient way in whlca to carry money when travelling. They are issued in denominations of $10, $20, $50, $100 and $200 and the exact amount payahle in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Holland, Italy, Norway,.Russia, Sweden and Switzerland is stated on the face of each cheque, while in other countries they are payable at current rates. The cheques and all information regarding them may be obtained at every office of the bank. , .uaisj-.. NELSON BRANCH J. L. BUCHAN, Manager BANK OP MONTREAL Established 1817 CaplUI All Paid Up ..$14,400,000 Rest $12,000,000 HEAD OFFICE: MONTREAL Rt. Hon. Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal, G.C.M.G., Hon. President, Hon. Sir George Drummond, K.C.M.G., President Sir Edward S. Clouston, Bart., Vice-President and Gen. Manager. BRANCHES IN BRITISH COLUMBIA'* Armstrong, Enderby, Greenwood, Kelowna, Nelson, New Denver, Nicola, New Westminster, Rossland, Summerland, Vancouver, Vernon, Victoria, Chilllwack, Hosmer— . _ ~ _ |ood enough i; that ita makers are not afraid to print on Its outside wrapper ita every ingredient. No Secrets—No Deception. ,1 THE ONE REMEDY for women whloh ***talnt no aleohol end no habit-forming drags. Made from native medicinal forest roots ef well established curative Talam* s Colonial Trust Company, Limited NELSON, B. C. ~~'-> Incorporated Under the Laws of British Columbia. Authorized Capital, $500,000. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. A. W. WRIGHT, President W. F. ROBERTS, Vice President H. S. LBNNIB. S. M. BRYDGES. E. B. McDERMID. W. G. McMORRIS. J. D. ANDERSON. L. E. BORDEN. T. D. STARK. A. W. WRIGHT, Manager. W. R. ALLEN, Secretary W. N. POOLE, Treasurer The Company acts as Agents for clients residing elsewhere, in the Investment of moneys, care of securities, loans, mortgages, etc. Office, 419 Baker St., hjelson, B. C. "A Nicht wi' Burns" Burns Anniversary, Tuesday, Jan. 25, 1910, at 8 p.m. Scotch Concert and Literary Program in St. Paul's Presbyterian Church, followed by eocial hour with refreshments in Church Parlors. \ ADULTS 35 CENTS. CHILDREN 15 CENTS W. O. THOMSON Bookseller and Stationer Phone 34 Nelson, B.C. ©he §cttl_ Uew«. Published at Nelson Every Morning Except Monday, by News Publishing Company* Limited W. Q. McMORRIS Manager VANCOUVER B.C. A CLOSE FIGHT. The general elections In the United Kingdom are developing a particularly interesting situation. Of the fi70 seats, of which the House of Commons is composed, returns from 433 elections are now available. The Unionists have continued to make substantial gains, and now hold 184 seats, compared with 191 held by the combined Liberal and Labor forceB. From this It would appear that It Is doubtful whether either party can hope for a stable and effective majority without an alliance with the Irish Nationalists. The situation In such case will be one of extreme delicacy, and fraught with danger for the Asqulth ministry. After the elections in the beginning of 1900 the Liberals returned to power with an overwhelming majority. The combined Liberal, Labor and Nationalist forces had captured 512 seats, giving a ministerial majority of 354. Exclusive of its Labor and Nationalist allies the government had a majority over the Unionists of 229. It is at present not certain that when the last vote Is counted it will find iself in a majority over'the Unionists, even if the Labor members are included In its ranks. As he surveys his shattered forces, Mr. Asquith may well hesitate to regard the outcome of the elections as a mandate from the country to proceed with the radical legislation that he has placed at the head of his program. The government is pledged to deal first with the question of the reform of the House of Lords. On that matter Mr. Asquith may count with some confidence upon the support of the Na-J tlonallsts, for the Nationalists regard the curtailment of the powers of the House of Lords as a necessary preliminary to the securing of Home Rule. It is, however, a thorny question, full of constitutional difficulties and bristling with danger for the government. Should this matter be safely disposed of the trouble of the government would then be Increased. The Nationalists, realizing that the fate of the ministry lay In their hands, In all probability would demand the Immediate redemption ot Mr. Asqulth pledge to grandt Home Rule, and they are unlikely to be satisfied with any but a measure of the most thoroughgoing character. Home Rule may well prove to be the stumbling block over which the Asqulth ministry will fall to pieces. The last government that held office by vlrture of Nationalist support had but a brier tenure of power. The elections of 1892 gave Mr. Gladstone a majority of 39, but only if the 81 Parnell- Ites and the nine antl-Parnellites followed him Into the division lobby. The Liberals managed to retain their insecure tenure of power until 1896, when an appeal to the country brought the Unionists into power with a majority of 152 over Liberals and Nationalists combined, it may be that history will repeat itself and that another general election will occur within the next three years and will result in a triumphant victory for the Unionists and for the cause of tariff reform. the forestB along the railways can be protected from danger ot fire It' will have accomplished something material toward preserving the forest wealth of the land. The oppostlon In the legislature already shows signs of disintegration. On the first question on which it was required to take action It has split Into two hostile camps. Each of the two Liberal members was determined to be leader, and as neither would give way, the result Is that the opposition ne>1 mains leadertess. It seems a pity that the primitive method of settling a difficulty by the. toss of a coin could not have been adopted. It would at least have ended a somewhat undignified squabble for what Is, In any case, an empty honor. ANOTHER SLEEP THEORY MICHIGAN PROFESSOR SAYS BRAIN AND MEMBERS EXPAND. DELICATE DEVICE DETECTS A BREATHING WAVE. DETROIT, Mich., Jan. 21.—Experiments at the University of Michigan have overturned the*long accepted theory as to the cause of sleep. It has been said that natural loss of Consciousness Is due to a lesser flow of blood. Prof. R. M. Wenley's experiments show that It Is the opposite. The summary of what has been demonstrated is that the size or volume of the brain Increases when the Individual goes to sleep, and decreases when he wakens. The size of the hands and feet increases when the man Is asleep, and becomes smaller at first, and then increases as -sleep becomes deeper. Striking evidence is furnished that the size of the arterial pulse from the brain Increases steadily with an increase in volume, that is, the dilating of the arteries, each beat of the heart ls more pronounced. This is particularly true when the subject is propped up. One of the delicate devices In experimenting records the "breathing wave" from botli brain, hands and feet. * Manchurian Road Approved. PEKING, Jan. 21.—An imperial rescript has been Issued approving the preliminary agreement signed at Mukden on October 2 by the British and American representatives and the viceroy of Manchuria for the construction of the Chln-Chow-Aigun railway In Manchuria. It was agreed that the road should be built by the Paulding company, British constructors, American engineers and a proportionate share of American materials are to be used. The ultimate cost of the road Is estimated .at from $40,000,000 to 350,000,000. EDITORIAL NOTES. Mr. Ernest Miller has realized the expectations aroused when it was learned that he had been selected for the distinction of moving the address in reply to the speech from th© throne. His speech was evidently a credit to himself and to the constituency of Grand Porks, which he represents. The combination of householders to abjure the use of meat is a novel and probably effective method of fighting the United States meat trust, it Is not unlikely that experiments made by housewives in the period in which they have renounced, the consumption of meat will reveal the fact that there are palatable substitutes for meat which will not be entirely relinquished even after the boycott is at an end- One thing at least is clearly demon- strafed by the results of the British elections, and that is that tariff reform has made enormous strides in popular favor since 1906. This aspect of the situation will give partcular gratification to those In Canada who believe that tariff reform conjoined with a preference to colonial produce would be not only of advantage to the United Kingdom, but would draw closer the ties of empire and vitalize the whole Imperial fabric. The Canadian Conservation Commission, according to this morning's dls- . patch from Ottawa, ls grappling with a difficulty by no means easy of solution. So long as railways pass through timbered land there Ib likely to remain the danger of disastrous fires, and in the past a spark from a locomotive has too often kindled a blaze that has destroyed vast areas of natural wealth. The loss ls lamentable but difficult to avoid, and if the commission can devise some method by which Japan Politely Declines. TOKIO, Jan. 21.—The reply of the Japanese government to the United States proposal for the neutralization of the Manchurian railways was handed to the American ambassador this afternoon. It -is a polite declination. No intimation of the contents ot the memorandum of reply is given, but the best Information obtainable Indicates that the communication is brief and that the declination to accept the neutralization proposition is based on several grounds, the chief of which is that the American plan would be of no advantage whatever to Japan. Holding Back Strike PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 21—Although more than 5,000 motor men and conductors of th© Philadelphia Rapid Transit Fred Irvine & Co. Special Lines to Clear of Winter Goods W© have just a few ladies 'Tailormade Suits you can buy at half price. Ladies' Winter Goals Sell at Half Price All New Up-to-Date Styles and Materials Wool Blankets and Wool Comforters at Reduced Prices Special Bargains in flannelettes and Wool Dress Materials A Few Good Style Capes and Ladies' furs at Reduced Prices Fred Irvine & Co. company voted last Tuesday In favor of a strike, the men are still at their posts daily and the lines of the company are running on their usual schedule. C. O. Pratt, who has been authorized by the executive committees of both the 'local and national bodies to give the word which will put th© proposed strike into effect, ig holding back hoping that the threatened trouble may yet be averted by arbitration. Mlnard's Liniment Cures Colds, Etc. A sprained ankle will usually disable the Injured person for three or four weeks. This Ib due to lack of proper treatment. When Chamberlain's Liniment Ib applied a cure may be effected tn three or four days, This liniment Is one of the best and moat remarkable preparations in use. Sold by all druggists and dealers. Mlnard's Liniment Co., Limited. Gentlemen,—I have used MINARD'S LINIMENT from time to time for the Sast 20 years. It was recommended to me y a prominent physician of Montreal, who called It the "Great Nova Scotia Liniment." It does the doctor's work; It ls particularly good in casea of Rheumatlflm and Soralns. _ ■ , Tours truly, ■ Q. G. DUST AN, Chartered Accountant. Halifax, N.S., Sept 1, 1905. are an every day possession. They don't seem very wonderful until you lose them. It doesn't make the affliction any easier to bear to know that you are probably to blame for not consulting a competent optician in time. That probably the right glasses at the right time would have saved them. Don't Let this be Your Experience. Consult us In time. A Few Special Values In Cut Glass Cut Glass Berry Bowls at « Cut Gifts Nappies at « i and 25 per cent off on all other lines. Watch repairing a specialty. Mail orders receive prompt attention, .15.00 . 2.50 J. J. Walker ___*?__ Graduate Optician and Jeweler SATURDAY JANUARY S2 _he _ Aaerlcin nil trnttu rliu j. A. H1CK5BI GRAND OENTRAIi-J. McAndrew, KM o P. Dolan, Vancouver; W. B. Hudson, Erie S. Blalock, J. Forrest, A. Ripley, Montreal; C. Gomer, Fernle; "W. B. Mclsaao, Tmir. The Royal Hotel Mrs. Ii. V. Roberts, Proprietress Cor. Stanley and Silica Sts. Electric Piano , , Free carriage or bus from all. i boats and trains. Rates. II and $1-60 per rtiT Remember our 25 cent Turkey j dinner every Sunday. ROYAk-Mrs. A. Eck, Idaho; J. Home, *W. Maloney, Nakusp. Tremont House Bator St., Nelson Won* ts Tregttltw, Procn. Banipean Plan, Me. ap Amyrlnan Plan, 91.3ft 000. |1 M Meats, Mo. SPECIAL BATES PER MONTH TREMONTAfames *Bonner," Ymir; w. Nichols, Wlnlaiv; Hugh Ross, New Don- wer. ■to************************** I Li.keview Hotel | 5 Corner Hall and Vernon Street J B. U, GRIFFITH, Prop. i wo blocks from olty vharl The best dollar a day loan la Nelson. All Whit* Help. LAKEVIEW—R. Johnson, John Kins, p. Swanson, Phoenix. Madden House Tho*. Madden, Prop. Baker St. Well furnished rooms with bath Beat Board In the City A Comfortable Home McKinnon, Kaslo; M. J. Merrihew, city; C, Rempeaux, Glasgow. I! The Klondyke Hotel !! 1 Vernon Street 1 \ Headquarters for miners, smel- < > termen, loggers, railroad men. I', J; Rates: $1.00 per daj up. * ! NELSON 4 JOHNSON, Props. • ' KLONDTKE-J. Peters, J. ^Moyer, L. Poot, 8. M. McKinnon. Moyle. KOOTENAY-B. Davis, O. Swanson, D. McDonald, P. Sauls, Slocan. NELSON—James Kinlan, C. Bouty, E. W. Swartr, R. C. Gage and wife, Marcus. CLUB—Gsorge Dlx, Tom Bennet, Brandon; Rlcard C. DeLolen, Poplar Creek; J. Webb, Koch Siding. • SILVER KING—R. Rodgers, J. Miller, Wlnlaw; K. McKay, Creston; B. E.\ Robinson, Washington; Hugh Bupperty, city. SHERBROOKE—John Sampson, Spokane Peter DeRosch, Joe Perry, M, McDonald. BARTLETT—JameB Ericson, Forty-Nine Creek; Hugh lacrosse, Ymir; Peter Ken- del, Trail; James Wright, Slocan City. BAWNGFEVEN (Continued from First Page.) Rotherham-^Sir William Holland, liberal, 12,22.5; J. H. Bransfleld, unionist, 4867. No change. Barnsley J. Walton, liberal, 12,- 325;; A. W. Grose, unionist, 5104. No change, Colne Valley—Rev. Charles Leach, liberal, 4741; Capt. A. B. Carpenter, unionist, 3750; A. Victor Grayson, labor, 4149. Liberal gate, Grayson being the former member. Lincolnshire, Sleaford — B. Royds, unionist, 5265; A. L. Upton, liberal, 4123. Unionist gain. Louth, South, Ireland—L. Bracken- bury, unionist, 4432; Timothy Davles, nationalist, 4275. Unionist gain. Staflordshlre, Leek—Col. A. H. Heath unionist, 5463; R. Peace, liberal, 5453. Unionist gain. Essex—Saffron Walden — Col. D. J. Proby, unionist, 4283; Rt. Hon. A. .T. Pease, liberal, 4011. Unionist gain. Mr, Pease was patronage secretary to the treasury in the Asquith government Rutlandshire—J. Gretton, unionist, 2235; J. N. Emery, liberal, 1531. No change. Harwlck — H. K. Newton, unionist, 6767; A. L. Lever, liberal. 5603. Unionist gain. Norfolk, Thetford—R. Wlnfey, liberal, 4239; Sir T. H. Hare, unionist, 4000. No change. * Surrey, Epsom—W. Keswick, unionist, 10,919; sir A. Rollit. ilueral, 5232. No change, Kent, Ashford—L. Hardy, unionist) 7966; R. Parrar, liberal, 4422. No change, Carmarthenshire, Landillo, Wales— A. Thomas, liberal, 7619; M. L. Peal, unionist, 2451. No change. Glamorganshire, Cower, Wales—-J. Williams, labor, 9312; P. Slimier, unionist, 2532. No change. Lancashire North—N. W. Helme, liberal, 7132; E. Russell Taylor, unionist, 6048. No change. Lancashire Southwest, Bootle — Col. Sandys, unionist, 9954; Permean, liberal, 8869. No change. Lancashire, Eccles—Pollard, liberal, 9093; Asslnde .unionist, 6682; Stuart, labor, 3555. No change. Lelth, Scotland—IPerguson, liberal, 7146; Cranston, unionist, 3545; Walker, labor, 2074. No change. Lancashire, Rossendale — Harcourt, liberal, 7185; Fletcher, unionist, 4695; Bulley, Independent unionist, 639. No change. i York West riding, Keigbley—Briggs, liberal, 7768; A. C. Worth, unionist, 4132. No change. Renfrewshire West, Scotland—Grelg, liberal, 6480; Cunningham, unionist, 5631. No change. Middlesex, Engleld—Newman, union. 1st, 12,626; Branch,' ..beral, 11,283. Unionist gain. Lancashire, Prestwick—Crawley, liberal, 11.864; Potter, unionist, 8180. No change. Leicestershire, Harborough—Lehman, liberal, 8632; Marshall, unionist, 5781. No change, Inverness—Bryce, liberal, 2440; Mc- Mlcking. unionist, 1850. No change. Ayr, Scotland — Younger, unionist, 3647; Robertson, liberal, 3594. _ No change, i ~,: Perthshire West. Scotland — Lord Tuillbardlne, unionist, 3864; T..B. Morrison, liberal, 3566., Unionist gain. Dumfrteehlre. Bcotnvnd-J. A. Mol- teno. liberal, 4868; iW. Murray, unionist. 4091. No change. Peebles and Selkirk, Scotland—W. Younger, 1941; S. Steel, unionist, 1736. No change West Aberdeenshire. Scot- Innd-J. M. Henderson, liberal. 6S01; G. M. Smith, unionist. 1164. No change. Berwickshire. Scotland—H. J. Ten- nant. liberal. 2992; Sir H. Seton, unionist. 2060. No chanee. Tyron, South. Ireland—A. L. Horner, unionist, 3054; Rt. Hon. T. W. Russell, liberal, 2770. Unionist gain. Londonderry City, Ireland — Lord Hamilton, unionist, 2435; Leslie, nationalist, 2378. No change. Belfast West, Ireland—J. Devlin, nationalist, 4651; Carpenter, unionist, 4064; Magee, Independent notionalist, 73. No change. Belfast South. Ireland—J. Chambers, unionist, 5772; T. H. Sloan, Independent unionist, 3552. Sloan was the former member. Longford South. Ireland—.T. Phillips, nationalist, unopposed. No change. Queen's county, Ossory, Ireland—De- laney. nationalist, unopposed. No change, Galwav county. East. Ireland—Roche, nationalist. No change, ■Louth North. Ireland—T. AT. Healy, independent nationalist, 2432; Hazelton, nationalist, 2338. No change. WATER SUPPLY OF TRAIL VIOLIN LAKE POWER COMPANY OPP08E8 RECORD. EXECUTIVE COUNCIL REFERS CASE TO NEW BOARD. VICTORIA. Jan. 21—The dispute between the city of Trail and the Violin Lake Power company was up before the executive council today, in the way of an appeal from the decision of the chief commissioner of lands, and was referred to the new water rights board, of which W. S. Drewry, late of Nelson, is chairman. The trouble arises out of the application of the city of Trail for a water record for a domestic and fire lighting supply for the city. The record ls opposed by the Violin 'Lake Power company, who desire the water for flumlng down lumber from their mill to the railway track. The city Is willing to allow the company, it is understood, a secondary record, but wants priority, so that the future growth of the city may be provided for. Harry Wright, as gold commissioner at Nelson, gave a decision In favor of the city, end this was upheld by the chief commissioner of hinds und works. The next step taken by the company was to appeal to the lieutenant-governor in council, The council, instead of dealing with the mutter, hut* referred It to the new water rights board. Retire In Favor of Roosevelt. WASHINGTON, D. C., Jan. 21.—Confirming a story of his readiness to retire from congress in favor of former President Roosevelt; Representative Cocks of New York, who represents the Oyster Bay district, where the Roosevelt home Is located, added today that he had informally talked over the subject with Mr. Roosevelt's representative, Mr. Bradley, a colleague from New York, according to Mr. Cocks, is likewise willing to give way In the house to Mr. Roosevelt, in the event that the ex-president should desire to enter con- Only Medicine That Did Any Good After Suffering Tortures For Years. This Lady Found Happy Relief In "Fruit-a- tives , Frankvllle, Ont., June nth, 1908. "I have received most wonderful benefit from taking "Fruit-a-tives." I suffered for year* from headaches and pain in the back, and I consulted doctors and took every remedy obtainable without any relief. Then I began talcing "Fnitt- a-tives" and this was the only medicine that ever did me any real good. I took several boxes altogether, and now I am entirely well of.all my dreadful headaches and backaches. Russia's Note Delivered. ST. PETERSBURG, Jan. 21.—Russia's reply to Secretary Knox's note proposing the neutralization of the Manchurian railway was delivered to United States Ambassador Rockhill today. It has been understood generally that Japan and Russia would take Identical action on the proposal. Mine Workers' President. INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Jan. 21. — Thomas L. Lewis of Ohio was re-elected president of the United Mine Workers of America over William Green of Ohio, his only opponent, by 23,597 votes. E. O. "Windsor, piano tuner, is In town. He Is well known in Nelson and Kootenay for nearly eight years, has long experience In United States and Canada, and is well accredited. Leave orders at Canada Drug and Book Company. 283-tf. Want Another Lock at Soo DETROIT, Jan. 21—The Lake Carriers' association has declared for the construction of a new lock at the Canadian Soo by the dominion government. Members of the association declare the present locks not sufficient to handle the tonnage passing through the canal each year. Erie Refuses Increase. NEW YORK, Jan. 21.—The Erie Railway company this afternoon formally rejected the demands of Its trainmen and conductors for Increased wages. The rejection followed a friendly conference of the roads' officials and a committee of employes. Forty-one rail- MH« FRANK EATON I take " Fruit-a-tlves »» occasionally itill, but I am quite cured of a trouble lhat was said to be incurable. I give this testimony voluntarily, in order that others who suffer as I suffered may try this wonderful medicine and be cured." (Signed) MRS. FRANK EATON. "Fruit-a-tives" are sold by all dealers at 50c a box, 6 for $2.50 or trial box, 35c —or sent post-paid on receipt of price by Fruit-a-tives Limited, Ottawa, roads, mostly subsdlary roads of the big trunk lines east of tlie Mississippi, have yet to act on the demands of their men, but by an understanding they will reject them. Conferences will follow the rejections. BRITISH COLUMBIA LINES Two Railway Companies Are Granted Extensions of Time OTTAWA, Jan. 21—The senate railway committee today granted extensions of time to the Kamloops & Yel- lowhead Pass railway and the Nicola, Kamloops & Slmllkameen railway- "City of Opportunity" Lethbridge ALBERTA POPULATION 1910 1915 12,000 50,000 Not? Swim with the Stream! You know that over 100,000 people went into Alberta last year. You know that there will be double that many go during the present year. Lethbridge has grown from a town of 2600 people to a city of 12,000 in three years. Its growth in the next three will be nothing short of marvelous. Real estate in Lethbridge accordingly is positively the best investment opportunity in Canada to-day. Rosedale Addition lots in Lethbridge are sold on easy terms so that the man of small means can share in the certain profits. $10.00 PER MONTH DOES THE TRICK. GET BUSY AND SEE H. W. SHARP or OEO. MASON At the Hoffman House, Rossland, Jan. 26, 27, 28 Representing Lonnqulst-Sheyp Co., Sharp & Irvine Co., Owners Our January White Sale Opens Today 8i_S^i$ PI S_#I J _i Fascinating Garments at Fascinating Prices We cordially invite everyone to attend the opening of our W.hite Sale today. Come, if only to look at all the stunning skirts, captivating Corset Covers, nobby Nighties and beautiful blouses, which with tha rest of the sea of white will greet your eye in endless profusion. We know the garments will fascinate you and so will the prices, but don't merely tak© our word for it. Come and see for yourself. Night Dresses at 90c, $1, $1.25, $1.60, $1.75, $2,00, $2.50 to $5.00. Drawers at 35c, 45c, 50c, 65c,. 75c, $1, $1.25, $1.50 $1.75. $2.00. Skirts at 90c, $1, $1.25 $1.50, $1.75, $2.00, $2.50, $2.75, $;:.50, $9.50. Corset Covers at 25c 35c, 45c, 50c., 65c, 75c, 90c, $1, $1.10, $1.40, $1.75, $2.00, $2.50. Bridal Sets of four pieces, $8, $10, $12.50, $13.50. 500 Pieces of Manufacturers' Samples at Less than Cost of Manufacture, Muslin Blouses, $1.25, J1.60, $1.75, $2.00, J2.25^ $3.00, $3.5.0, 4.00. • S4 Plain and Twilled Sheeting 30c, 35c, 40c. 9-4 Plain and Twilled Sheeting, 37%c, 40c, 45c. 10-4 Plain and Twilled Sheeting, extra heavyweight, 50c White tine English Cottons, 10c, 12!£c, 15c. English Long Cloths, 15c, 20c, 25c. English Nainsook, soft tlnish, 16c, 20c, 25c English Cambrics, 15c, 20c, 25c. MEAGHER 6_ CO WESTERN CANADA'S GREATEST SCHOOL Vancouver, B.C. R. J. SPROTT, B.A., Mgr. Business Institute. send ror catalogue j: Best equipped BChool west o! Toronto. New Year's term npens Jan. 3. Sprott-Shaw DEBATE OPENS (Continued from First Page.). mad© the same threat if Mr. Brewster insisted upon being leader. Then the appeal was .made to Mr. Hawthornth- watte, and after he had refused to become opposition leader, Messrs. Jardine and Brewster compromised by both agreeing to remain private members. CLEAN YOUR KIDNEYS BACKACHE VANISHES AFTER TAKING A' FEW DOSES OUT-OF-ORDER KIDNEYS ACTFINg, ENDING BLADDER MISERY If you take several doses of Pape's Diuretic, all backache und distress from out-of-order kidneys or bladder trouble will vanlsiu and you will feel fine. Lame back, painful stitches, rheumatism, nervous headache, dizziness, li rltablllty, sleeplessness, inllunied or swollen eyelids, worn-out, sick feeling nnd oilier symptoms of sluggish, inactive kidneys dlsuppeur. Uncontrollable, smarting, frequent urinations (especially at night) and all bladder misery ends. This unusual preparation goes nt once to the disordered kidneys, bladder and urinary system and distributes its healing, cleansing and vitalizing Iniluence directly upon the organs and glands affected, and completes the cure beforo you realize it. The moment you suspect uny kidney or urinary disorder'or feel rheumatism pains, begin taking this harmless medicine, wltu the knowledge that there Is no other remedy at any price, made anywhere else In the world, which will effect so thorough and prompt a cure as a fifty-cent treatment of Pape's Diuretic, which any druggist can supply. Your physician, pharmacist, banker or any mercantile agency will tell you that Pape, Thompson & Pape, of Cincinnati, ls a large concern, thoroughly worthy of your confidence. Only curative results can come from taking Pape's Diuretic, and a few dais' treatment means clean, active, healthy kidneys, bladder and urinary organs—and no backache. Accept only Pape's Diuretic—Fifty-cent treatment—any drug store—anywhere In the world. Japanese and American Poachers. POZEN, Russia, Jan. 21.—The chamber of agriculture has adopted resolutions appealing to Chancellor von Bothmann- Hollweg not to grunt to the United States tho most favored nation treatment, In view of tho Increased duties as tin- German portion provided by the Payne law. Such action by Germany would be i egarded as thoroughly justifiable. The chamber snys and urges the chancellor in particular against graining concessions upon the Importation of American meats, to the end that raising of live stock in Germany may be encouraged. BANK CLEARINGS GROW VANCOUVER OVER NINETY PER CENT OF INCREASE. GOOD, EXPANSION'ALL OVER THE DOMINION. NEW YORK', Jan. 31—Bradstreefs weekly bank clearings for Canada are as follows: Inc. Montreal $40,032,000 27.5 Toronto 3O,i0o,O0O 13.7 Winnipeg- i:..7VJ,i:i>0 „.li Vancouver 7,19S,0OO WI.'J Ottawa 4,04(1,000 9.G Quebee "dlKi.irfni f>.."i Halifax 2,Ni 12.7 St. John I.oai.iiUO 1X.2, I .otidou 1,286,000 14 .t! Calgary 2,231,000 06.4 Victoria 1,047,000 72.4 Wdmontou 1,223,0(10 79.9 Belief in an exceptionally good trade is verv llrm lu'Canada and therefore travelling salesmen are finding it nolle easy tn Induce merchants to buy liberally. Spring? orders are coming In freely. Howevey some of the larger eastern concerns are cautious about booking every order offered. Ltuslness failures in tlie Canadian northwest, terminating with Thursday, number 44, which compares With 14 last week, anil 40 In the same week of lOOii. Creston Popularity Contest. CRESTON, B. C, Jan. 21.—Considerable excitement at present prevails In the Creston district among the young people over the Creston Review popularity contest which is now In full swing here. Nominations have been open from Jan. 8 and will close on Jan. 24, and the final counting of votes will take place on Feb. X4. The prize to be awarded to the winner of this contest will he $20 In gold and the young lady- will have her pbotogiaph appear and she will he known as the queen of the. popularity contest. Up to this date five charming young ladles of Creston have been nominated for this contest. Miss Grace Quaife, Miss Jean Smith, Miss Vera Huscroft, Miss Christina Hood and Miss Mono McCarthy are the nominees. Mlnard's Liniment cures Distemper. Che SHrtig Slew* SATURDAV JANUARY 22 1910 Gives Promise of Being the Greatest Year In the History of British Colombia As It has heen In the past bo It will be In the future, Vancouver and New Westminster will lead the race in development. This Is where the greatest advance in value will take place. VANCOUVER OPENED THE FIRST WEEK OF THE NEW YEAR WITH BUILDING PERMITS AMOUNTING TO |30O,OOO. The number and class ot buildings projected tor this year far exceeds anything In the past. SITES IN ROYAL CITY.. MANY LETTERS RECEIVED LOOKING TO LOCATION OF INDUSTRIES. New Westminster, Dec. 8th When C. H. Stuart-Wade, secretary ot the hoard of trade, reached his office this morning fae found between forty and fifty letters from ail parts of the world asking for information regarding New Westminster as the location for industrial concerns. Many o£ the inquiries are exceedingly important and may lead to the establishment of a number ot important businesses here. Do not wait until the effects of this year's growth ls shown in the advance In property, Buy now. The moment you sign an agreement with us tlie profit is youre although you have only paid |20 on a lot, Every foot ot property between the cities is bound to advance rapidly. Last year the building permits within the limits of Vancouver city alone was over $7,000,000. The amount of money to he spent in development on the peninsula this year is estimated as follows: Buildings within the two cities and throughout the peninsula on which they are situated, $12,000,000; public works by the two cities and the municipalities of Burnaby, South Vancouver and Point Grey, railways, electric lines, power plants, manufacturing industries, clearing of land, etc., and by the dominion and provincial governments, at least $6,000,000. Besides tills there is many millions sent tnere for investment, payroll of manufacturing plants, great wholesale trade, shipping and the greater part ot the benefit to be derived fiom railroad and other development all over the province. There is probably no other place in Canada where a little ironey will make as much as It will between Vancouver and New Westminster, Here Ib the fastest car service, here is where men are close to their work in either city, here Is where the fastest growth Is taking place, where property Is advancing fastest and where ultimately it will be all business property of some kind and will consequently be more valuable than the land only good for residential purposes. We are still selling lots 33 by 150 feet, with a certified surveyor's report as to situation, nature of soil, lay ot grounds, etc., for only $250, $20 down and $10 per month. No interest and an extension of time if required. We look after registration and taxes for our clients, show them around free of expense when they visit the city and protect their interests. Lay the foundation for your future in a few good lots (between the cltleB before they get beyond your reach. Be -sure and get our January report. The Wright Investment Co. HOTEL DIRECTORY fhc Office KTc Drop In and sample the newest importation. King William IV. (v.o.p.) Scotch Whiskey ThiB whiskey li guaranteed 50 rota* old before bottled at Lelth, Scotland. Remember we serve nothing but the beat llquers, wines, whiskeys, beers, and cigars on tbe market YOUNG A BOYD, Proprietors. Biker Street Nelson, B. C. SOMETIMES MEATS MAY FAIL TO PLEASE, IF SO Stoptffkicken AND DEAL AT THE WEST KOOTENAY BUTCHER CO. Phone 5 G. G. PETERS, Manager NEWS OF THE DOMINION HAMILTON, Jan. 21—Charles Smith of Winona, |8 dead as a result of poison. He was 'the father of the two girls .abandoned in Los Asigeles recently. TORONTO, Jan. 21—Randolph Mac- donald, railway contractor, died this morning from acute Indigestion and heart failure. MONTREAL, Jan, 21—The Empress of Britain was reported 140 miles west of Fastnet at 10 o'clock this morning She Is due at Liverpool early Saturday morning. REGINA, Jan. 21 — The College of Physicians and Surgeons will establish a big library at some Important point In this province, either Regina or Sas- Itatoon. OTTAWA, Jan. 21—Hon. L. p, Bro- deur is making slow progress In tho direction of recovery, and Is not likely to be in a condition to take his place In the house for two weeks. OTTAWA, Jan. 21 — An influential deputation from Prince Albert waited on Hon. Messrs. Pugsley and Oliver yesterday to urge the Improvement of navigation on the Saskatchewan river, ■o as to enable coal to be brought down by reuel from the deposits at Kdmonton, to Prince Albert and other points en route. Tliey also ask that a government wharf be built at Prince Albert. The deputation consisted of mayor Holmes, judge McGuIre, Dr. Lyman and Messrs, Peterson and Walker. Consideration of the request was promised. ST, HYACINTHE, Que., Jan. 21—A man named Boucher, who on Wednesday was caught In the act of setting the to a barn belonging to senator De- saulea, was sentenced today to four years in the penitentiary. MONTREAL, Jan. 21-iThe Allan liner Hesperian, chartered iby the C.P.R., was reported 260 miles east of Cape Race at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon. She Is due at Halifax Saturday night and at St. John at G o'clock Sunday evening. TORONTO, Jan. 21—Selling claims on mining properties semes to be a rather unprofitable business for J. C. Graham, who gives his address as 217 Parliament street. As a result he was arrested yesterday afternoon on a charge of fraud, TORONTO, Jan. 21—The chimes of St. James church, Stratford, did not ring last night nor will they for a week at least, as an injunction to that effect was granted yesterday ny Mr. Justice Cluteton on tbe application of Miss Catherine Josle Fraser, who lives op posite tlie church. Miss Fraser claims and her statement is backed by her physician, that she has lost her good health and has been reduced to a state of nervous collapse through sleeplessness brought on by the ringing of the chimes. OTTAWA, Jan. 21—The special committee of the commons took up Ver- vllle's bill for an eight hour day, this morning, on all public works. At the suggestion of the minister of labor the committee accepted the services of Prof, Skelton of Queen's university to assist in research work. The secretary of the committee reported that a considerable number of letters of expression of opinion on the bill had heen received. Manufacturers, trade and navigation interests were all opposed to It, while agricultural, stock raisers and similar organizations were not very favorable. | !(i .,js MONTREAL, Jan. 21—An important conference is taking place here between representatives of the railway employees °f a'l the roads 'in Canada and the railway authorities here, regarding an all round increase in wages. Every railroad in Canada where the brotherhood are employed is represented on the delegation. Although 'tlie increases asked for are not on the percentage basis, it may be said In a general way that they vary from 10 to 20 per cent over the present wages. In the majority of cases they do not come to that. Even more important to railway men Is the demand for the pay of all the 'lines to be uniform. Cook's Degree at Stake COPENHAGEN, Jan. 21—No immediate steps will be taken to rescind the honorary -degree conferred upon Dr. Cook, as the verdict Is merely one of "case unproved," so far as the decision of the university is concerned However, rector Solomonsen and Prof. Stromgren, the chairman of the examining committee, have been delegated to consider further all evidence at their disposal, after which final action concerning the explorer's university honors may be taken. The greatest clanger from influenm la of Its resulting In pneumonia. This can be obviated by using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, as it not only cures influenza, but counteracts any tendency of the disease towards pneumonia. Sold by all druggists and dealers. Mlnard's Liniment Cures Diphtheria. Shilohs Cure Quickly stops coughs, cures colds, heals the throat and lungs. • • • 25 cents. Palms, Ferns and Ch rysanthemums None better In Canada. Also Nap clasus, Carnations and Violets. ED. GRIZZELLE Florin Kootenay Lake General Hospital Maternity Branch Patients are now recelred at the lol- lowing ratea: Prlrate ward patients, week ,.,.120.00 Beml-prlTate ward patients, week 115,00 Address applicant- - u matron at awpttal. OL_NINQ AND PRESSING MM called for and deUrered A. J. DRISCOLL flaw lis—Baker atreot, opposite tka Ojmst* Hot* Silver King Hotel Bsker 8treet, Nelson, B.C. Regular Boarders, $6.00 per week Rates: fl.25 per day Best 25 Cent Meal In the City WM. NEUENDORF, Prop. Nelson Hotel Bar Baker Street, Nelson, B.C. ' INK 4 WARD, Props. Try a "QIN RICKEY" Hade from California Limes, specially Imported For a cool, satisfying smoke Try a Savannah Cigar Bartlett House O. W. Bartlett, Prop The beet $1.00 a day house in town. A Miner's Home Kootenay Hotel MRS. MALLETTE, ProprietreM A home tor everybody. Every convenience given to the travelling public Electric piano. Cuisine unexcelled. Rates |1 per day. Sherbrooke House Nelson, B.C. One minute's walk from C.P.R. station. Cuisine unexcelled; well heated and ventilated, BOYER BROS., Proprietors Empire Hotel (Late Sunnyslde.) Baker Street, Nelson, B.C. The house ls thoroughly remodelled throughout. Clean rooms. Weekly boarders, $6.00. Rates $1.00 per day up, Temberance house! home comforts; best cook lu the city. MR8. J. E. HARRIS. Proprietress. Athabasca Saloon Cor. Baker and Kootenay Sts, Noted house for Big Beer. Best brands of Wines and Liquors and Union Cigars In stock. IVENS & PHILBERT, Props. CLUB HOTEL Cor. Stanley and Silica Sts. Newly furnished, renovated throughout. The best dollar a day house west of Winnipeg. Big schooner ibeer or half and half 10 cents. Steady hoarders $6 per week or ?25 per month. All whit© help. JOHN GRANT, Prop. Hotel Castlegar CASTLEGAR JUNCTION All modern. Well heated. Best' accommodation for travelers. W. H. Gage, Prop. (Formerly C. P. R. Agent.) 1LS0N CAFE Large, Commodious Dining Room, Prompt and Courteous Service. Meals Served at all Hours. Elegantly furnished rooms 1* connection. A. AUDET, Proprietor. Phone 275. ROSSLAND THE HOFFMAN ANNEX, ROSSLAND, B. C.—Green & Smith, Props. Centrally located. European and American plan. Commercial travellers will Hnd light, comfortable Maniple rooms, a special din- Ins room and excellent accommodations at the Hoffman. Baths, bowling alley, steam laundry. PHOENIX HOTEL BROOKLYN, PHOENIX, B. C- The only up-to-date hotel In Phoenix. New from cellar to roof. Best sample rooms in the Boundary. Bath room In connection. Sleam heat. Opposite Great Northern repot. James Marshall, Prop. BUSINESS DIRECTORY PAIWTiR> ANP P'COBATOHl THOMPSON ft DOUGLAS-House ANJJ Sign Painters, Paper Hangers and Decorators. Shop 514 Ward Street, Nelson, B.C. AUCTIONEER* CHAfl. A. WATERiDInXco.-P.O. Bo» ARROWHEAD THE UNION HOTEL, ARROWHEAD- Special attention given to commercial men and tourists, First class sample rooms. Finest scenery In British Columbia, overlooking Upper Arrow lake. W. J. Llghtburne, proprietor. GRAND FORKS, B.C. PROVINCE HOTEL, GRAND FORKS, B. C—Is the newest and best appointed hotel In the interior of British Columbia, and offers to the travelling public the best accommodation obtainable. The building is alt newly furnished throughout and is the only Are proof hotel in the city. E. Larsen. proprietor. COMAPLIX QUEEN'S HOTEL, COMAPLIX. B. C- Chlef Young, Prop. Best of wines, liquors and cigars. Travellers to Fish Creek will - find excellent accommodation at this hotel. Sample room for commercial travellers Is 16 x 66, one of the largest In the Kootenays. YMIR YMIR HOTEL, YMIR, B.C.-Most modern and up-to-date hotel In Ymir—located directly opposite depot—Best accommodation possible—Dining room In connection. J, B. Bremner, Proprietor. PUBLISHERS AND PRINTERS NlJitVs'l'UBLISH^ Publishers of The Daily News; subscrio- tlon $6.00 per year by carrier; $6.00 per year by mall. Commercial Job Printing of aU kinds neatly and promptly executed. 216 Baker street. Nelson, B. C, Phone 141. HAIRDRE88INQ AND MANICURING MMeTkaI-hIIIE?^^ Ing and manicuring parlors. Room SB, K. W. C. block. COLLECTION AGENCIES. V?C'>CUTLER^Ctn__^ klnda. Returns promptly made. References given. Olflce at3 miner street, •Nelson, B, C. BOOKBINDING AND RULING NEWS PUBLISHING COMPANY, LTD.- All kinds of office forms ruled and punched for loose leaf binders, The most complete book binding equipment In the Interior of British Columbia. 216 Baker St., Nelson, B.C., P. O. drawer 1118, Phone 1«. A88AYER8 B. W. WIDD^WSO^lT^BSAYER (Provincial) Metalluglcal Chemist. Charges, Gold, Silver, Copper or Lead, $1 each;' Gold-Silver, $1.60; Silver-Lead, $1.60; Zinc, $3; Silver-Lead-Zinc, $3; Gold, Silver-Copper or Lead, 42.60. Accurate assays; careful sampling, and prompt attention, P.O. Box AU0S, Nelson, B.C. ASSAYERS' 8UPPLIES THE B. C. ASSAY AND CHEMICAL SUPPLY COMPANY, LIMITED, Vancouver, B. C, Asaayers' Supplies, Chemical and Physical Apparatus, Balances and Weights of precision, etc., Sole Agents In British Columbia for the Morgan Crucible Company, London, England; F. W, Braun, Los Angeles; tlie Braun-Knecht-Heimann ' Company, San Francisco; the J. T. Baker Chemical company's Analyzed C.P. Acids and Chemicals; Way's Pocket Smelters; write for pamphlet describing these smelters. Complete assay outfits furnished at short notice. PRIVATE MATERNITY HOME NICE) LOCALITY AND HOME COM. forts. For terms and particulars write P. O. Box 763, Nelson, B. C. HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTERS. HARTMAN & BENNETT, house and sign painters, paper hangers and decorators. Shop. Stanley St., next door to B. C. Telephone office, Nelson. B. C, GRAFTING—PRUNING. mDAY^OBTcoliTVACT^T^AC^U^ gardner. W. H. Thorp, Chatham street, Falrview, Nelson, B. Q. 217-26 PIANOFORTE AND MANDOLINE MISS Hi'DE—Teacher of Pianoforte and Mandoline. For terms apply Box 403, city. 236-12 MODUCE STARKEY & CO., WHOLESALE DEAL- ers in Butter, Eggs, Cheese, Produce and Fruit. Houston Block, Josephine atreet, Nelson, B. C. GROCERIES A. MACDONALD & CO.-WHOLESALE Grocers and Provision Merchants—Importers of Teas, Coffees, Spices, Dried Fruits, Staple and Fancy Groceries, Tobaccos, Cigars, Butter, .Egg*, Cheese and Packing House Products, office and warehouse, corner of Front and HaH Streets. P. o. Box 1095. Telephone 28. LIQUORS E. FERGUSON & CO.-WHOLESALE and Commission Merchants—Importers and Wholesale Dealers In Wines, Liquors and Cigars. Kootenay agents for Pabst Milwaukee Beer. Agents for the Brima- wick-Bulkc-Collender Co., Billiards and Pool Tables and Supplies, Bur Fixtures, Cigar Counters, Bowling Alleys, etc, Prices and specifications on application. Office and retail department, Vernon St., Nelson, two doors east of post office. TeleDhone 200. P. O. Box 1020. MINERS' FURNI8HINGS A. MACDONALD & CO.-WHOLESALE Jobbers In Blankets, Underwear, Mltis, Gloves, Boots, Rubbers, Overalls, Jumpers, Mackinaws and Oilskin Clothing, Camp and Miners' Sundries. Office and Warehouse, corner of Front and Hall streets. P. O. Box 1095, Telephone 28. . MINING MACHINERY WASHINGTON MACHINERY & SUPPLY Co.—Dealers in Engines, Band and Circular sawmills, Atkins' Saws, Wood and Iron Pulleys, Leyner Compressors and Drills, Pumps and Hoists. Prompt attention. Reasonable prices. Courteous treatment. Spokane, Wash. PLUMBING AND HEATING Copp's stoves and ranges. Tile and soil pipe always on hand. E. K. Strachan Plumber Etc. 313 Baker St. Nelson, B.C. NOTICE. Provincial Legislative Assembly. Private Bills. Copies of Bills. Petitions, and notices as published must be deposited with, and all fees paid to, the Clerk of the House, not lated than 12 January, 1910. Petitions for Bills will not be received by tiie House after 31st January. 1910. Bills must be presented to the House not later than 10th February, 1910. Reports from Standing Committee on Bills will not be received by the House after 17th February, 1910. THORNTON FELL, Clerk, Legislative Assembly. JVIctorla. iBt November, 1909. 176-tf. APPLICATION FOR WATER LICENSE. Notice Is hereby given that 80 days from date hereof I, Samuel Barkley, of Erie, B.C., farmer, Intend to apply to the (told Commissioner at Nelson, B.C., for the right to take from a small unnamed creek, through Township IS, Lot 1237, Group 1, Kootenay district, one cubic foot of water per second for Irrigation purposes. Dated at Nelson, B.C., this 16th day of January, 1010, 233-26 SAMUEL BARCLEY. -—On Buying or __ Setting a Farm Bargains are picked from the dozens—not from the two or three. So, when you get ready to Buy a farm—or want to Sell one—get in touch with the scores. One of our little Want Ads will do this for you. You get the pick of Farms for Sale—and reach the best people to Buy if you are doing the Selling. Why not make a practice anyway of reading our Real Estate Ads? A great bargain is liable to crop out anytime. Right now— Read and Answer Today's Want Ads. FOR RENT FOR RBNT-Small cottage. Apply Wm. Gosnell, Nelson brewry. 168-tf. FOR RENT—Nice large warm front room In private family, all modern conveniences, centrally located. No children. 18 per month. Apply P. O. box 465. 166-tf. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished front room, with use of bath. 214 Victoria St. 229-12 FOR RENT—Nicely furnished housekeeping rooms. Apply Carney block, 232-6 FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms, with every convenience; board If required. Very central, 614 Vernon St 232-6 FOR RENT—Nicely furnished front room. Apply 606 Carbonate St. 234-6 FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, with breakfast If desired. Mrs. Brown, 507 Carbonate St., Phone B3S0. 234-tf. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms, with every convenience; board if required. Very central, 614 Victoria St. 235-6 FOR RENT—Furnished house, modern seven-roomed, live minutes' walk from Baker street, well furnished, modern conveniences, no hills to climb, 945 per month, which Includes water and light. Mc- Qutti-rle & Robertson. 236-1 BEST EQUIPPED UNDERTAKING AND EMBALMING PARLORS IN THE KOOTENAY. R. S. BRERETON, UNDERTAKER. Night Phone 262. Day Phone 86 Standard Furniture Co. NELSON, B.C. Carpet Cleaning Beating carpets by hand spoils the texture and does not remove the dirt. Our up-to-date Steam Cleaning Process removes all the Impurities and restores the foods to original colors. 10c PER SQUARE YARD. Work called for and delivered promptly. Clothes of all kinds cleaned, renovated, iyed and repaired. Gents' Suits cleaned and pressed, 76c to d.00; dyed, 93.00. Ladies' Skirts cleaned, $1.00; dyed, 12.00. Gloves cleaned, 25c to 60c. Special Rates for Hotels, Restaurants and Steamers. Nelson Steam Laundry 601-601 VERNON STREET. Telephone 146. P. NIPOU, Prop, Notice of Application for Transfer of Liquor License, To ail whom it may concern: Take notice that we, Napoleon Mallette and Bert L. Griffith, of the city of Nelson, In the province of British Columbia, hotel keepers, Intend to apply to the Board of Licensing Commissioners of the city of Nelson, at their next regular meeting, held 30 days after the date hereof, at the city of Nelson, for the transfer of the hotel license held by Napoleon Mallette ■with respect to the Lakevlew hotel, situate on the northwest comer of Vernon and Hall streets in the city of Nelson, to Bert L. Griffith. Dated at Nelson, B.C., this 13th day of January, A.D. 1010. NAPOLEON MALLETTE, 13-1-10-4 BERT L. GRIFFITH. NELSON STREET RAILWAY CO, Ltd. TENDER8 Sealed tenders, endorsed "Tender for Rails, etc.," will be received by the undersigned up to noon on February the 10th, 1009, for the following material, prices to bo f.o.b. Nelson; 123 tons of 66-pound rails, with all necessary fish plates and bolts. 32 kegs spikes, 5 1-2 In, x 9-16 In. 600 tie plates suitable for 66-pound rails. 1 left-handed turnout, consisting of split rail switch, frog and two guard rails, with all necessary rods and sliding plates. Separate tenders may also be put in for 123 tonB 56-pound relaying rails, with all necessary fish plates and bolts. Tenderers to state when delivery can be made. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. tenders, endorsed "Tender for Poles or ties," will bo received by the undersigned up to noon on February 1st, 1010, for the following material, prices f.o.b. Nelson: 106 poles, 30 feet long with 8-inch top, of cedar, green cut and peeled. To be first claBS In every respect and to be approved by an inspector appointed by tho company. 6 poles, 40 feet long with 8-lnch top; other conditions as above, 2300 ties, 8 feet long, 9x7 Inches. If hown, to have at least a 0-Inch face. To be of tamarac, fir or hemlock, first class in every respect and to bo approved by an Inspector appointed by the company. Separate tenders may be sent in for the tlos and poles. Delivery is to be made on or before March 16th, 1910. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. E. B. McDERMID. Secretary Nelson Street Railway 235-6 Company, Limited. FOUND. FOUND—On Jan. 14, a small pup, in Fair- view. Owner apply to B. Coomber, Box 292, Nelson, • 237-tf. HILP WANTED 'TfisCwNnEivU^^ C. F. Hutton, Manager WANTED—Blacksmith for logging camp, swampers, bolt and post cutters,' middle aged woman for hotel, girls for housework, waitress. THE WORKWOMEN'S EMPLOYMENT AND REAL E8TATE AGENCY. WANTED-Shlngle bolt, pole and post makers; waitress, girls for family places, teamster, swamper. W. Parker, 312 Baker Street, phone 283 WANTED—MISCELLANEOUS WANTED-Men and women io learn barber trade In eight weeks; tools free; secured over 10,000 positions for graduates last year; unable to supply the demand; graduates earn 'tis to 126 weekly; Catalogue free. Moler System Colleges, 401 Front Ave., Spokane, Wash. WANTED—A nurse, middle aged woman preferred. Chinese servant kept. Address P. O. Box 1088, Nelson, B.C. WANTED-Glrl for general hotel work. Apply by letter or personally to R. Madden, Trout Lake, B.C. 224-tf. WANTED—A children's nurse, middle age woman preferred. Apply mornings, 604 Carbonate St, 224-tf. WANTED—Sober, experienced sawmill engineer with a license. Apply J. B. Wlnlaw, Wlnlaw, B.C. 231-tf. WANTED—At once, thoroughly experienced, competent stenographer; good salary; pleasant position. Whatshan Orchard Association, 516 Ward St., new Green block. WANTED—Experienced lady bookkeeper wishes position, whole or part time. N. News office. st,, 234-8 WANTED—S. A. veteran, aged 30, wants Work of any kind, town or country. Box L. T., Dally News. 234-6 WANTED—Nurse would like to have care of Infant at home. Apply J. V., Dally News. 236-a FOR SALE FOR SALE—New Magoon and Olvons lato strawberry plants. Apply Boswell Ranch,, Boswell, B.C. 200-tf. FOR SALE—A sub-division of excellent! fruit land In the famous Kaslo district. In 5 or 10 acre blocks. Abundance of water, close to railroad and steamboat landing, navigation the entire year. Fine hunting, fishing and wonderful scenery. Direct from locator to purchaser. See or write H. L, Lfndsey, Llndsey Boat House, Nelson, B. C. 206-tf. BARGAINS FOR IMMEDIATE SALE— Prlscllla, 30 ft No. 6 Kootenay Flyer- champion motor boat of British Columbia, best built and most up-to-date motor boat In the west. Planking Cedar, all fastenings wood plugged. Finish In Bird's Eye Maple and Mahogany, natural wood. Complete equipment Including 960 c.p. search, light, separate generator, 24-29 h.p. Smalley engine, full automobile control, leather1 Kenyon top, life preserver cushions, wicker chairs, plate glass wind shield, cowl ventilator, self starting magneto. The only bout in the country that does not use batteries. Cost last summer $1750. First comer with $1400 gets her. METEOR, 22 ft. Mulllns Steel Launch. 17 h.p. Ferro engine. Automobile control. Magneto. Search light. Generator. Cushions. Hood. 14 honest miles per hour. Cost $1050. NOW $550. Boat house and space for launch up to 24 ft. long. In good shape. Same new would cost at least $200. Now $100. New boat house and space for boat up to 33 ft. long. The berth on the water. Speak quick for $225. Owner leaving town, and needs the money. All kinds of now motor boats In stock. Prices that will surprise you. Complete with the best engines that can be bought, or will sell hulls complete and will Install your old engine If you like. We build all classes of motor boats up to a 50-foot cruiser. Send for our up-to-date catalogue. The Kootenay Motor Boat Co., Limited, Nelson, B, C. 219-tf. MINING MACHINERY AND SUPPLIES for sale, cheap. Air Compressor, Rand Cross-Compound, 8-drlll; Corliss Engine, 120 horse power; Steam Pump, new, 12 x 5 x 12, Duplex, Pot valves; Steel Rope, 1000' feet, Til-Inch, new: Skip, new, 2-ton, with hood and safety; Machine Drills and other supplies. For full particulars and price- write Henry Lee, Falrview, Okanagan. Valley, B.C. 227-12 FOR SALE—160-acre farm In Alberta; house and buildings: all fenced. Apply to Thomas WllBon, Wllllow Point, near Nelson. 233-S FOR SALE—At half price, 260 apple trees, mostly Wagner and Gravenstein. H. M. McWhlnney, Alnsworth, B.C. 235-18 FOR SALE—A pretty home, with every convenience, beautiful unobstructed view of the lake, 406 Falls street, corner Vernon,. phone 301. 236-6 FOR SALE—Hammond typewriter. Apply Hastings, B.C. Explorations Syndicate. Ltd., corner Victoria and Ward St 238-g FOR BALE—Fine young draft stallion, also good smart ox team, John Graham. Perry Siding. 237-6= OBSTETRICS. MRS. KENNY will be pleased to receive maternity patients at her home, Exvel- lent testimonials. 224 Observatory street. P. O. Box' 173, telephone AH. MISCELLANEOUS MOTOR BOAT SUPPLIES-?]. D. Messen- ger CO. P. O. Box 172, Nelson. B. C. NOTICE. All debts owing to the Eclipse Laundry must be paid on or before tha 22nd, of thla month. We are going out of the laundry business and won't take In any more work. Dated at Nelson, B.C., 11th of Jan. ma 228-W O. O. Swanson. % SATURDAY . JANUARY 22 •JCIw i_i*H0 item*. MM HVIN We Are Very Particular We always Insist on and always get first quality In everything. We are mighty hard people to suit The harder It ls to suit us, tlie easier It Is to please you. The quality ot the following goods uo sure to please you How about the prices? Government Creamery Brick Butter, 35c. per Ib. Jacobs' Fancy Biscuits, 40c. per lb. Pineapples, 2 tins for 25c. Joy's CasifGroccry Corner ot Josephine and Hill Street*. P. 0. Box 637 Telephone It WHAT YOU NEED IN NELSON Our Celebrated -Brand' Grained Leather Clogs Nicely lined with felt Inside, den's or women's, youth's or girl's PRICE $1.25 PER PAIR Stores supplied In quantity at wholesale rates. Everyone about Nelson ought to have the "G. Brand" Clogs. Until you try them you don't know what you are missing. Customers more than pleased. Agent: W. J. BARTRAM 2316 Sixth Ave., Vancouver We can attend to your PUUMB1NQ promptly and well B. C. Plumbing & Heating Go. Victoria street, near Opera house. Telephone 181 An Exceptional Offer In City Property 'A. 7-roomed house and one lot on Cedar street, close to Baker street No hills to climb. Modern and thoroughly renovated inside this fall. Price only 12,000. Terras can be arranged. Full particulars of R. J. STEEL Hudson's Bay Block PROFESSIONAL CARDS W. J. fl. HOLMES CIVIL BNOINBBR AND HIND 8TJR- VBYOR, PROVINCIAL LAND SURVEYOR, KASLO, B..O. Ten years' experience in the Root- •naya. Honor graduate 1891, Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston. Public Stenographer 101 Baker St. rialson. BC. Phon. 171 I.C.Green. F.P.Burdsn. A.H.Qreao Green Brothers & Burden CIVIL BNOINBBRS Dominion and British Columbia Land Surveyor. P. O. Box 145 Phone BM1 Cor. Victoria and Kootenay 3ti. NBLSON. B. C. _. T. GEORGE TEACHER OP MUSIC Thorough instruction given on violin and cornet Phone 217. William Kilbey& Son Piano and Organ Tuners, Repairers and Regulators, late of Mason & Rlsch -Co., Ltd., Gerhard, Heintzman, R. S. Williams & Sons, and Gourley, Win- tor ft Leemlng, Toronto. The only authorized tuners for the Mason ft Rlsch Co., Ltd., for the Kootenay and Okanagan districts. Address 806 Stanley street or Mason ft Rlsch agents, the Standard Furniture Co. tt 0' BLAOK 1. C. LAND SURVEYOR Office: Over Royal Bank P. O. Box 147 Nelaon. B. O. A. L. McOULLOOB HYDRAULIC BNOINBBR PROVINCIAL LAND SURVEYOR .» P. 0. BOX 41. OfHoe Phone B86; Residence Phon. B74 Office: Over McDermid * McHardy Baker Street Nelson, B. 0. Orchestra Orchestra Mr. Irvln Johnson of the Arcade, 1. rprenared to supply an orchestra to any number of pieces for dances, socials 'Or parties. The best of compositions played. Reasonable terms. Apply box ■3lt, or (15 Vlotorla street Just is Spot eeeee 0 It was our Intention to have this'spot perfumed with a most delicate odor, but owing to the press of work at The Daily News office we were unable to complete arrangements Io order to facilitate this we are distributing to each customer a free sample of some of the leading odors In French perfumes for the coming week. ;.■ * We Have on Display This Week a most exquisite line of soaps. Soaps OP EXTREMELY DELICATE ODOR. OF EXTREMELY GOOD QUALITY. See Qut Window It's only a sample of what's inside. Our store Js full of soap bargains this week. You will save money at every turn if .you look over our assortment. Poole Drug Co. Ltd. Patronize Nelson's Leading Druggists Wc Always Lead We Never Sleep Baker Street :-: Phone 25 Day and Night FRESH RANCH EGGS This is the time of the lyeai^ when all poultry keepers wish to have their hens laying, when fresh eggs are in good demand at good prices. We have just the kinds of feed that will make your hens lay during the coldest weather, namely, Meat Meal, Blood and Bone, Beefi Scraps, Ground Bone, Raw Bone. These are all made of 'fresh ground meat, hone and blood. Send us a trial order. We supply in small and large quantities. _j* ,_>_|i_1_i_ J_,a__._«a_P P. BURNS <& CO., Ltd. Ask for them. '. '"'.' ' ~~" PHONE 32 »,,,, s,,, Hi«.,.M >, > s,, ,#.,i.i Hiiiuimtiii »,,u iiiiiiui u TEA comes to you fresh and clean, It delightful fragrance and refreshing strength held captive in air-tight lead wrappers. No chance for outside odors to injure Its fine flavor. ""'(VIM 50c a pound. Ask for Blue Ribbon, and see that name is on package. SUN FIRE The oldest Insurance Office in the world rOUNDlD A.D. I7IO BI-CENTENAXY 1910 Home Office, London. England , ChuJlM Branch. San Building*. Tomato. U. H. Blackburn, Mautfar BRYDGES, BLAKEMORc * CAMERON, NELSON AGENTS METALS NEW YOBK, Jan. H.-Silver, 584; standard copper, 13% to 13H: dull. LONDON, Jan. 21.-8llver, 11%; lead, £13 13s Sd. NELSON NEWS OF THE DAY The next meeting of the S.S.S. will be held at the home ot Sister Hopkins. All members are requested to attend. Columbia camp No. M,<50, Modern Wood-* men of America, held a very successful installation in Swartz hall, Trull, on Wednesday. The following officers were Installed by District Deputy Eugene Hlb- bert: Consul, R. H. Deviti; adviser, J. C. Dobson; clerk, H. H. Day; escort, S. J. Hackney. At the conclusion of the ceremonies Deputy Hlbbert was presented with a beautiful gold ring, emblematic of the order, as a token of appreciation of his valued services In connection with the camp. The presentation was made uy Consul Devftt, who delivered a very pleasing address. Neighbor Dobson also gave a splendid address suitable to the occasion. Deputy Hlbbert made a suitable reply, expressing his appreciation of the handsome present, and also the generosity of the neighbors. Deputy Hlbhert will leave shortly for his home In Idaho. The following Is the complete list of prizes awarded at the children's fancy dress ball on Thursday night: Ladles, first, Miss Melllsh, Folly; second, Mrs. McCulloch, Foudre. Girls, 15 to 20, first, Mary Rutherford; second, Frances Fletcher, Sunflower. Boy, 15 to 20, first, Hugh Fletcher, Mexican; second, Howarth Drewry, Troubadour. Girl, 10 to 15, first, Dorothy McVailund, Early Victorian; second, Margaret Arthur, Court lady. . Boy, 10 to 15, first, R. Nadeau, Indian; second, D. Blackwood, Devil. Girl under 10, first, Freda Hunter, Fairy; second, C. Roberts, Red Riding Hood. Boy under 10, first. D. Douglas, New Year; necorul, Herbert Pitts, Rough Rider. Most original, Gwln Cummins, Paddy going to market. Girl's comic, A. Markham, Topsy. Boy's comic, Leslie Walker, a baby. Youngest child In cos- tume, Margaret Jarvls, Fairy. There being no original boy's costume. Lome Me- Candlish was awarded the prize for the best character. A special prize was given to Hope Fletcher as being original, and to John Waldle as Prince Charming. Special mention should be made of the two splendid Scotch costumes worn by Mr. Mc- Dougal and Mr. "Whitebread. Mr. Mc- Dougal's was loaned by Mr. McCleary. The ludces were Mrs. J. M. Lay, Mrs. McDermid and Mrs. O'Shea. The committee are especially gratul to Mr. Wilkinson for allowing them to use the pavilion for the practices, otherwise they could not have held the dance as no other room large enough was available. A Guarantee That Means Inst What It Says A photograph ot yourself In masquerade or fancy dress costume Is something thut you and your friends will value now and In years to come. The Queen studio makes a special price of $3 per dozen for photographs In costume made on post cards. MUSICAL HIGHLANDERS COMING. Will Appear at Nelson Opera House Next Wednesday. In view of the unprecedented success that attended the first annual tour of the Musical Highlanders, and the Insistent demand throughout the northwest for return engagements, the management of the Spokane Lyceum bureau take pleasurable pride In proclaiming that the principal members of last season's company have been re-engaged, fn addition to a number of new artists who will appear In an entirely new offering of excellence and unusual merit. The program will embruce both vocal and instrument selections, Including solos, duets, trios and ensemble numbers, all appropriately and charmingly rendered. Speclul mention must be made of the Scottish features, which embrace the folklore songs and realistic sketches that reflect the habits and breathe the atmosphere of "Bonny Scotland. The' lady character impersonator ranks well up In toe list of Mtiii* lyceum attractions, and her humorous character delineations never fall to reveal the remarkable scope and Vitriaule cuaructer oi Iter faculties us a publli- entertainer. If you hear the sweet singers, laugh at the mirth-provoking entertainers, listen to the wieln-'in«j nf t»„ rentiiHes as rendered by the Colonial Choir and sec the hand- hume cooiuiiit-h, you will be mure than plcused with the novel program presented by the Musical lllglanders' company, whloh Is new lu everything but the name. They will nppear at the Nelson opera house for one night, Wednesday, Jan. %. Much appreciation was shown at the splendid program at the Empire theatre last evening, which consisted of "A Woman's Heart." a tine colored Pathe film; "The Dog Detective," in which one sees a very clever dog; "A Woman of the People," a most interesting subject; "A Strenuous Sneezer," a picture that convulses one with laughter, and "The Government Tests of the Wright Aeroplanes at Fort Meyer, July, 1009.!' This Is n picture that should prove of interest to one and all, showing not oidy the tests of the aeroplane, but such notable people as President Taft, Alice Roosevelt, Speaker Canon, Senator Aldrlge and Orvllle and Wilbur Wright. Tlie .same program will be given this evening. There was a good sized audlonce at the Gem theatre last night to see the expose of "La Moto Phroso's" secret. There arc n large number who are still skeptical as to what or who Phroso Is. They can have their curiosity satisfied tonight when the history of phroso will be told by Ibe owner, Fred Trevallion. Joe Allmnn is still making the crowd laugh with his monologue and his funny parodies. The moving pictures shown are well worth the trouble of going to see. Alexander Dumas' Every Fit-Reform Suit and Overcoat is sold with a plain, straightfor- forward guarantee of money back if satisfaction be not given. We make no excuses for our own faults—we expect you to make none tor us. If any garment, bearing the Fit-Reform label, is not exactly as represented — if cloth, tailoring or finish is not up to the Fit-Reform standard—or if the Suit or Overcoat proves unsatisfactory in any way— we want to know it. Bring it back and get you money. We do business on a business basis here. Does'nt that appeal to you ? "Imtroved 'arm EMORY & WALLEY Nelson. B.C Champion" No other gift will give so much pleasure, to so many people, for so long time, at so little a cost, as the Columbia Graphophone Co,SS $40.10 Including your choice of 12 selections and 200 needles Fletcher Bros., Ltd.. VANCOUVER Sole distributors for B. C. W G. THOMSON, Local Agent "Three Musketeers" ts shown In Its entirety, comprising two full reels of film. "How Brown Got Married," and "A Hungry Actor" are being repeated again by request. These two subjects are laugh getters. This entire program will be shown in the afternoon at 2.110 o'clock. "Sexton Blake," the feature film' nt the Arcade last night, anil which will be repeated at today's nintinee and evening performances, is certainly one of Caumont's great triumphs, a masterpiece of this particular work. It commands the attention right from the first to tbe Inst of the reel of 1200 feet. The drama should not bo missed by anyone. The clinic element is, as usual, well worth watching, tiie subjects being. "Tlie readies of the Whip," "Robbers Robbed," "College Days." concluding with "The Burglar and the Baby," which is a line little drama. Agrarians Against Concessions. ST. PETERSBURG, Jan. 21.-Complaint Is made In Siberian papers that American traders are demoralizing the native tribes In Kamchatka by running In cargoes of liquor in violation of Russian laws. The liquor Is exchanged for furs. The gi-ii1» Shilka, which h„H heen cruising Ion.' ihe coasts or northern Siberia and Kan.Wuitka lo check this contrabrand traffic and Dre- vent fur poaching, reports putting Ilto ISoine, Alaska, just too late to intercept two American schooners freighted with «__■?• A1;1'I!|;II11,'SV ".-boonei-, landed with SI0,0im worth ot Heaver furs, was captured in Russian waters, and the pouched cargo confiscated, the schooner being liberated after tlie captain had signed a declaration admitting the legality of tbe seizure. EXEUNT. Drone-like to have sucked Tlie breath of life! Upon Clod's handiwork,— The Monderous sun. His start-lit firmament The majestic sea; The gluclered mountain, The vortex of liumanltv— To have gazed, Inarticulate, As iu a dream. Responsive not in action. Nor more accomplish Than wallow to one's grave! - P. J. A. Nelson, B.C, Jan. 10, TAXIDERMY! STANLEY W. JEKILL, Mirror Lake, B.C. Is prepared to accept any orders along this line. Deer and Goat Heads Mammals. Birds Fish, Etc. All work guaranteed. Prices right House Th* Walker Toronto's Favorite Hotel Adjoins Union Station. Cars to all parts pass doors. Spacious rooms, remodelled and handsomely furnished. The Cuisine Is unsurpassed. American and European plans. George Wright and Mack Carroll late of Winnipeg, Proprietors Explorer Dies INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 21—George .1. Gasper, a nierhiber of the exploring party of sir Henry M. Stanley on Ws last trip to Africa, dipd last nisht of paralysis. Gasper lived in Indianapolis for 25 years. During the last few years of his life he kept a grocery store. Many persons find tnemseivcs affected with a persistent cough after an attack of influenza. As this cough can be promptly cured by the use of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy, It should not be allowed to run until it becomes troublesome. Sold by all druggists and denier*. $2700 WUI Buy A large well built two apartment house on,Cedar street, near Baker St. Tho upper apartment contains parlor, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms and a bath room. The lower apartment contains parlor or sitting room, kitchen and two bedrooms. Electric light, furnace and other conveniences. Terms 1300 cash; $100 and Interest quarterly. This property will rent for (30 to $40 a month. By buying on above terms It will almost pay for Itself. E. B. McDERMID Stocks We Will Buy 2000 McGilllvray Coal $ .27 100 Canadian Marconi 1.00 2 S. A. Scrip 660.00 5000 Kootenay Ice 09% 20 Eagle Bonds Quote We Will Sell 100 B. C. Copper ) 8.00 1000 International Coal .. .78 50 Western Coal & Coke,... 2.00 3 Nelson Rink 85.00 600 Nugget 60 1600 McGilllvray Coal Bid 3000 Alberta Coal 04% 100 Snowstorm 1.60 3 Great West Permanent... 116.00 (Pays 9 per cent dividends Chartered Accountant! Financial Agent, end Nelson, B. C. ' Met tiOHT -m _he IPttUa pew*. SATURDAY , , JANUARY 21 Buy What You Can See flu cash and $10 a month will buy acreage lots at Lakeside—1-4, 1-2 and one acre blocks. * dig is not a coast speculation, but a sound investment which you can inspect Call and see maps and plans W. F. Mawdsley H. E. Croasdalle 4 Co. Slocan River Land Four 20-acre blocks, water, near school, quarter mile from station, postoffice and sawmill. Adjoins a* bearing orchard. Easy terms to actual settlers. Also small plots of land within short distance of Nelson. Houses for sale or rent City and P'l'virban lots. F. B. L.YS Real Estate Agent. .315 Baker St. •.Unequalled 'or General Use" W. P. TIERNEY, Qeneral Sales Agent. Nelson, B.C. Cars shipped to ail railway points. The Bread that Mother Used to Make was not one whit better than the bread'that we are baking every day. There is not an ounce of indigestion in a pound of it and It is quite as near to perfect bread as you will ever find. TAKE A BITE of our pies and cakes and you will no longer mourn for the kind you used to find in your grandmother's sideboard. Wo guarantee every loaf of bread, every cake and every pie to be just as good as it can be Choquette Bros. Star Bakers and Tea and Coffee Parlor. Baker Street Phone 258 Nelson Opera House OHE RIGHT ONLY Wednesday, Jan. 26 Second annual tour of the Musical Highlanders An evening of music, mirth and mimicry. Archie Strang Mary Strang Grace Penn Etta Gielin Hayel White and the Colonial Trio Prices: 50c, 75c, $1.00 Plan at Pool Drug Co. Monday. DINNA FORGET _HHCBt_g____B THE EMPIRE TONIGHT A Woman of the People. Strenuous Sneezer. The Dog Detective. A Woman's Heart. Wright's Aeroplane. Adults 15c, Children 10c. NtLSON NEWS OF THt DAY P. W. Gordon, representing the Imperial Oil company, came to the city last eve- Rev. R. Newton Powell will preach on "Infant Baptism" on Sunday evening in Trinity Methodist church. The Associated Boards of Trade of Eastern British Columbia will meet here on Wednesday, Jan. 28, to hold their annual session. W. H. Aldridge. manager of the Consolidated Mining & Smelting company, came to the city last evening and is stopping* at the Strathcona. The monthly meeting of the Woman"** Institute of Nelson and district will be held in the Knights of Pythias hall today at 3 p.m. A cordial Invitation Is extended lo all ladles Interested in Institute work. Papers will he read on "Milk," and on ■'Institute Work," and a profitable hour Kippers and Halibut new shipment just received. Salt Herrings and Sea Trout C. A. Benedict Grocer Cor. Josephine and Silica. Phone 7 NELSON. B. C. A Home On Easy Terms S30j cash and the balance In monthly payments of $15 will purchase a two-story frame dwelling in the Hume Addition within one block of the car line., The house contains three bed rooms, dining room, par* lor, kitchen and pantry. The lot is 30x120, nioely fenced. Price $1500 H. & N. BIRD Nebon, B. C. Copper and Brass Goods Direct from the Old Sod We have just received a shipment of Brass and Copper Kettles with stands. Also Brass Fire Sets, Coal Scuttles, etc. A 'large assortment of labor saving devices for the kitchen. SEE OUR WINDOW The J. H. Ashdown Hardware Co., Ltd. Nelson Branch .*. Nelson, B. C. WHOLESALE Is promised to all who attend. The pro- I gram will include a vocal selection by Mrs. Ireland and instrumental music by Miss Olga MacKay. The funeral of George Albert Keyes, who died on Wednesday, took place yesterday afternoon. The pall-bearers were: J. Robs, C. Harper, 11. Benpett, J. A. Kerns. Much Interest is being taken in the bonsplel, which opens here on Monday. Itiiiks will enter from most of the surrounding towns. The ice in the curling rink is in perfect condition und a record 'spiel is expected. One of tlie prlncpal events In tlie dog races which tuku place this afternoon on Vernon street ai 2 o'clock, will be a contest between Cliff Sleeper with his black pony and Kord Marmils with his famous greyhound. Funny. The boys are taking much interest In the races and look forward to an exciting afternoon. The funeral of the late W. H. Terry. whldt took place on Wednesday from U. J. Robertson's undertaking parlors to the Nelson cemetery, was largely attended. Rev R. Newton Powell performing the last ceremonies. The pall-beareis were: W. LarJd, W. Johnson. W. Sniedley Bert Ptaarce, A. Richardson and G. Radcllffe. The Red Cross dance given by the Stretcher Hearer and Signal corps of trie 102nd regiment, look place last evening in the armory and was largely attended. The hall was appropriately decorated with Red Cross and Signul Section badges, and the floor was In perfect condition. All present seemed to heartily enjoy themselves as thev danced to the well timed music ot Wilkinson's orchestra. The officers In their ni-ss dress looked to advantage. Supper was served from 11 till 1 o'clock. The dining hall was tastefully decorated wttn Japanese lanterns, flags and bunting, wlille the tables were well supplied with appetising dalnlies. A neat little menu was prepared for the occasion. At a largely nttended meetinfi of Nelson Aerie No. 22, l-'.O.E., held last night in Eagle hall, the following officers were installed for the ensuing year: W.P., E. Ferguson; V.P.. Charles R. McDonald; chaplain, W. Heron: secretary, A. E. Tavior- treasurer, w. R. McLean; I.O., E. Steel; O.G., W. Burgess; conductor, J. A McCarthy; aerie physician, Dr. L. H. Horden; trustees, J. E. Taylor, Dr. W. O. Hose and W. R. Jarvls. The acting grand installing officers for the evening were; Grand W.P.. J. A. Ericksou; grand V.P., H. Crosby; grand P.P., J. Ross; grand conductor, W. Irvine; grand chaplain, II. G. Goodeve: grand secretary, G. M, Gunn; grand treasurer, J. H. Ring/rose; grand I.G.. George Maurer; grand O.G., S. Radcllffe, After the business of the meeting was completed a pleasant social hour was spent when the substantial standing of this aerie was dwelt upon by the officers of the aerie. The next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday evening, Jan. 26, and on the evening of Thursday, Jan. 27, an open Hmoker will be held, which will surpass anything the Eagles have ever put on in the past. Weir's shoe store ls open evenings during the big sale this week. WINNIPEGGER IN TROUBLE. Late Manager of Clothing Store Charged With Theft. WINNIPEG, Jan. 21 .-MacKenzle W. ,C. Morden, late manager of the defunct T. & D. Clothing stores iu Winnipeg, who was arrested at Toronto and brought back to this city, appeared In the provincial police court this morning, but was remanded to the city police court before Magistrate Daly, to come up for trial on Jan. 28. He Is charged with stealing two prlmls- sory notes, to the value of taOO each, made out by Peace & Co. In favor of W. H. Padmore, which names were endorsed by him in hlank, ' and which were the property of the T _ D. Clothing Agency, Ltd. He Is also charged with the theft, between Nov. 10 and Jan. 12, of various sums of money, amounting to $600, from the T. & D. Clothing Agency, Ltd. There Is another Information against him, of obtaining by false pretences two promissory notes for boo each, and the sum ot $500, He was allowed out on ball of HOW, which covers both charges, Mlnard's Liniment Cure. Diphtheria. ARRANGE CHESS MATCH NEL80N CLUB TOURNAMENT TO OPEN AT ONCE. MANY STRONG PLAYERS ARE AVAILABLE. AarrangemeiUs have been made for the epeulng tournament of the Nelson Chess club for the season and the draws for the tirst round ot games are announced. As the playeis are not all of equal strength, the committee lius formed . them into groups, the weaker players receiving odds varying fro ma pawn to a rooit. The games in the lirst round are to be played oil by a week from tuduy, Jan. 2i), and the club rooms, which are over E. Ferguson's stoie on Vernon street, will be open every evening from s o'clock on. Unfortunately J. H. Unimex of Erie, who deieated R. C. Dickson, the winner- of tlie liWJ tournament, and J. S. Anderson of Trail, another strong player, are not uvailaule tor ihe present round ot games, but it is hoped that they will be on hand later on, when -,\ special series will be played. With such exponents of tlie game as tiie above named playei s and others such as Dr. Smyth, R. C. Dickson and A Pasch, the lust named a recent arrival from New Vork and a. brilliant player, It is expected that a most Interesting contest will follow. The draws In the first round of the present tourney are: Pasch vs. Wellington, Uoodeve vs. Playle, Ferguson vs. Selous, Allen vs. Glob, Waters vs. Gleazer, Wolverton vs. Hall, Boedccker vs. Rust, Curtis vs. Smyth, Howe vs. Dickson, Roberts vs. Wlddowson. Alarm In Uruguay. BUENOS AYRES, Jan. 21.-Pessimism prevails here regarding tlie situation brought about by the revolt in Uruguay. The newspapers publish reports of uprisings in several of the provinces of Uruguay, in accordance with the revolutionary plans, which are said to be on a vast scale. The censorship continues rigorous and it is Impossible to get details. It is understood, however, that the Inhabitants of Uruguay are greatly disturbed over the situation, and President \\ iliiin.-in lias announced his determination to Inflict exemplary punishment on all fiersons found guilty of complicity In the nsurrectionary movement. Grand Trunk Pacific Steamers. VICTORIA, Jan. H.-Capt. Nicholson, marine superintendent of the Grand Trunk Pacific, who leaves for Seattle tonight, Is going to Winnipeg to consult with the vice-president and general manager, E. J. Chamberlln, regarding steamship arrangements on the coast, and will then go to England, where he expects to reach Newcastle In time to attend the launching of the steamer Prince George. The steamer Purl, being brought from Bombay for the Vlctorla-Vancouver-Seattle route, encountered a monsoon and has put Into Colombo, from where she Is expected to start Fob. 1. Fruit Ranch Nine acres of good, level land, absolutely no waste, good wagon road, plenty of water, good frame house, partially furnished. Price $1000; easy terms. This is the cheapest buy we have known In ihe Kootenay country. McQuarrie A Robertson 419 Wa d St., Nelson, B.C. Inspection of Fine Gems It is well lo have your rings inspected to Insure the security of the gems, tt ls a good time to have your jewelry repaired and refin- shed before spring. Should your settings need to be repaired or re- uewed we will Bee that you get the latest in designs. GARNETS FOR JANUARY We have beautiful GARRETS in stock to fill all January requirements. We guarantee safety to all gems. J. O. PATENAUDE MANUFAtTUMNa JIWM.M, WATCHMAKER AN. OPTICIAN. ,tlOn$M9U&t93$$$&)0$Q$G& Penefang Packs ARE THE BEST MADE We now have a complete complete stock of the famous packs. Though these goods are a little more In price than the ordinary, they prove to ibe the cheapest. 12 in. length 95.50 16 In. length 7.50 We can also fill your orders for Quebec made snowshoes. ITroyal Shoe Store R. ANDREWS, Prop. Strict attention to mall orders. FIFTEEN LIVES ARE LOST NITROGLYCERINE EXPLODES WITH AWFUL EFFECT. TRAGEDY IN MOUTH OF NEW YORK AQUEDUCT. FISKILL, LANDING, N.Y., Jan. 21.— Fifteen men, three or them Americans, were killed late this afternoon by a premature explosion of nltiu-glycerine in a tunnel which is lo form part of the great aqueduct which will carry water from the A.sliokiiii dam In CjuhIUIIs to New York city. Five were terribly mutilated, but were so near the mouth of the tunnel-that they were rescued alive. The other 15 weie found beneath n mass of rock and debris, just a bleeding muss. The cause of the explosion had not been ascertained tonight, but It is believed that one of the workmen carrying a torch, fell, igniting a fuse and setting off a series of charges of nitro-giyicrine which had been placed, preparatory io an exodus from the tunnel. FERNIE FIRE BRIGADE. Force Settled In Handsome New Quarters—Church Program. (Special to The Dally News.) FERN IK, Jan. 21.—The members of the city fire brigade moved Into their handsome and commodious new quarters today, and the complete equipment Is now safely installed there. The building contains a large, roomy dormitory In which there are at present 12 beds, that number of men sleeping on the premises. There ls also a large living room which It Ib the Intention of the members to furnish most comfortably. The chief of the brigade has several rooms and an office set aside for his own use, and comfortable bath rooms are furnished. The bell from the old building will be placed In position iu the towBr tomorrow, am] the change will then be complete. The Pollock trophy In the curling matches was last night won by "Stoney" Olsen, the other members of the winning rink being J. R. Wallace, J. Gray and H. L. Blacks tone. The annual meeting of the managers of the Presbyterian i lunch was held last night In Bruce's hall, 40 members being present. The reports presented were of a most encouraging nature, and the progress made during the past year has been highly satisfactory. Tho new church Is rapidly nearlng completion, and will be ready for occupancy In the early spring. W. R. Ross, M.P.P., left for the coaBt by the C.P.R. express, accompanied by his daughter, Miss Eva and Miss Marlon Corsan, who are going to attend school at Crofton House, Vancouver. J. L>. Armstronr. government agent at Cranbrook, was a visitor in town yesterday. ' Oeorge Stanley Rees, who has had an architect's office in Fernle since the big fire, left for Calgary last night, where he will resume the practice of his profession in the future. \ We Are Selling Out of Second Hand Goods. Wo are going to give you bargains while they last In ROLL TOP DESKS, SIDEBOARDS °°_HE8' L|NOLEUM, IRON BEDs! SPRINGS AND MATTRESSES. Just a few nice Chairs. We have a few violins which we are prepared to let go at a great bargain. come and see them. Old Curiosity Shop 513. 616, 617 Josephine 6tr-et Heinz's Sweet Mixed Pickles Also Dill Pickles can be had at our store. Remember, our stock la all fresh, our prlceft reasonable, and our delivery prompt New Ldd Eggs PHON a 223. Stewart ®> Co. If It's from Stewart's It's good. China Hall Is now well stocked with glassware, China Lamp Goods, Toiletware and Crockery of every description. We are offering special BARGAINS in Dlnnerware. See our open stock patterns, where you can get any number of pieces you require. Second .Hand Goods of every description. We might have the very thing you want. Good warehouse for storage. MUNRO & NELSON 321 Baker St. P.O. Box 588 HIGH SCHOOL ELECTION LITERARY SOCIETY BALLOTS FOR OFFICERS. BRISK CONTESTS FOR OFFICIALS AND EXECUTIVE. A meeting of the High School Literary society was held in the high school yesterday at 2.30 p.m., with C. McL. Fraser presiding. The election of officers took place from 3.30 to i o'clock, members of the staff acting as returning officers. The results were as follown: President, Bert Ferguson, 33; Rlchnrd Ferguson, 27. Bert Ferguson elected by majority of 6. First vice-president, Naomi Butchart, 45: Jean Taylor, 15. Naomi Butchart elected by majority of 30. Second vice-president, Harry Ferguson, acclamation. Secretary, Mary Rutherford, 81; Stewart Newltt, 28, Mary Rutherford elected by majority of 3. Executive, division 1, Edith Manson, 11; Gordon Smith. 9; Henry Svoboda, 7. E. Manson and o. Smith elected. Division S, Adelina Lobb, 11; Isabel Montgomery, 3; Charlie Pearcy. 8; Charlie Steele, G. A. I„bb and C. Pearcy elected. Division 3, aeorglnu and John Whltobread elected by acclamation. There was no election for the editorial board as •Its members are elected lb the full term of the-achool year.. Adopting Canadian Law. BOSTON. Jan.* 21 .-One of the results of the recent visit here of the Canadian minister of labor, MacKenzle King, ls a bill for the adoption of the Canadian labor law In the settlement of disputes, which was Introduced In the legislature today. The measure replaces the present board of conciliation by a state board of labor. Alfalfa Hay Good stock ot good quality on Bran, Shorts, National Chop, Chop, oilcake Meal, Pratt's Cow land", llalry Ionic. The Brackman-Ker ing Co., Ltd Saturday Bargains Fancy Sweet Juloy Oranges, dos..| .25 Nabob Pure Jelly Powder, 3 for.. .25 Apples, 4 lbs. for .25 Canned Lombard Plums, per tin .. .15 Canned Gooseberries, 3 for 25 OUR TEA SPECIAL Regular 40c, now 3 lbs. for .1.00 BELL TRADING CO. THE UP-TO-DATE GROCERY STORE . The Husband fully realizes the Intrinsic value of _ Bissell Carpet Sweeper as a etrengti •ayer to his wife. No home ls conh plete without a Blssel. It more thai pays the cost lfi- one year by sarins tiie carpets. It keeps tbe home free from dust and dirt and so not only lightens the hous» wife's work, but adds to the comfoit of the home and makes the entlr, household happier. Don't delay. Bur a Bissell today. ' „ , " 0UR pROCES Cyco Bearing, Parwr Queen 1400 Cyco Bearing, American Queen 425 Cyco Bearing Boudoir 876 Cyco Ball Bearing, Grand Rapids .'.' 875 Cyco Ball Bearing, Grand Rapids, Nio 8.2S Cyco Bearing, Graad Rapids, Jap 301 !°x__ Nelson Hardware Co. ___*; HAMILTON WINNIPEG Don't Throw Away Your Dull Safety » Razor Blades Buy a'Fleming" Strapper and know what shaving comfort means Makes old blades better than new. Also improves new blades. Wood-Vallance Hardware Co., Limited nelson, a 0. Wholesale Retail TORONTO The Store of Quality In Coffee Can Please the Fastidious Most Chace & Sanborn's in 1 lb. or 2 lb. tins, or ground coarse or fine to suit you, 45-S0c. lb. Braid's special fine coffee, at40c. lb. Empress Coffee, par excellence, 50c. lb. Gold Standard Cbafless Coffee, none better, 50c. lb. I carry the largest stock of Standard Teas in the city. Fruits', Nuts, Celery and Lettuce. P.O.Box54 A. S. HorSWlll Phone Id Na-Dru Co. Goods Are the Best NA-DRU CO. SYRUP OF LINSEED, LICORICE AND CHLORODYNt unsurpassed for coughs, colds and bronchia] irritations. NA-DRU Co. COD LIVER OIL COMPOUND, With Extract of Malt, H>- pophospbltes and Wild Cherry contains, in a palatable and readli/ assimilated form the active principles of Cod liver Oil combined with the Extract ot Wild Cherry and Compound Syrup of Hynophof phltes. The best preparation ifir all throat and lung troubles. NA-DRU CO. BABY COUGH 8YRUP, specially prepared for youni children and IrifantB. Pleasant ito take ond will agree with tho most sensitive stomach. Canada Drug & Book Co., Ltd. mso;; Headquarters for Rubber Goods - • - Wholesale aid Retail