Tie Mr Ita Muffled A*, j ire WHeri. Try Om, par word |C ■I&e laifo We VOL.8 NELSON B. C FRIDAY MORNING. APRIL 8, I9|(i NO. 302 ISSUE JOINED /^ Opposition to Monopoly in Insurance Underwriters Also Submit Evidence Inquiry Into Conditions in This City The issue between the flre underwriters and the ordinary insurers waa joined at tbe two sittings of the royal insurance commission at Nelson yesterday. At the morning sitting the Nelson board of trade lined up with the, opponents of the draft bill proposed by the underwriters, on the ground that the legislation would tend to strengthen or establish a monopoly.' The board's case was presented by F. A. Starkey, and Mayor SelouB gave reasons why he regarded the fire Insurance rates charged Nelson as excessive. The representative of tbe underwriters, though not on the stand during the morning, /were prominent ln examining the witnesses. In the afternoon Mr. Giles submitted the case for the underwriters, and Mr. Anstie supplemented the case for the lumbermen, as presented by himself the previous day. There were a number of spectators, chiefly insurance men and members of the bar. It is probable that today's proceedings will wind up the sessions for the interior, as no outside witnesses are presenting themselves. The two hour morning session opened at 11 o'clock, with R. S. Lennle, D. H. Macdowall and A. B. Erskine sitting as the commission, A. W. Robb, A. Waring Giles and J. H. Lawson jr., being present on behalf of the under- waters. - , Welcome to Commiiilon. . - Thp^tas«|tto«i" w*b P. A .^ttjvkey, president of the Nelson board of trade, and of the Associated Boards of Trade of Eastern British Columbia, Before beginning his evidence, Mr. Starkey said he wiBhed to extend a hearty welcome to the commission, on behalf pf tbe people of Nelson and the Kootenay to thank the governtaent for Its action in appointing the commission, and to congratulate the government on Its personnel. In acknowledgment, Commissioner Lennle, the chairman, said it was a happy circumstance that up to the present, no criticisms of the commission had been uttered. The" commissioners bad started out on a certain course, which they intended to continue. It would give him pleasure to transmit to the government the sentiments of the board-of trade and people, as expressed by Mr. Starkey. The question tbe commission was charged to investigate was an exceedingly important one. They hoped to have testimony adduced at Nelson that would materially assist the commissioners in forming their conclusions, Charges Monopoly. ' In beginning his testimony, Mr. Starkey said the Nelson board of trade opposed the proposed insurance bill as submitted, on the ground that It would assist a monopoly. The board of trade had endeavored to secure a reduction of rates, but without avail. In 1908 a great effort had been made, but the underwriters submitted demands that were thought ridiculous, and the matter fell through. Some of these demands were for hydrants every 260 feet, an augmented police force, nine more men for the fire brigade, a new steel, flume, dam and Intake pipe, and other demands. Permanent Commission. The Nelson board of trade did not Wish to make recourse to a foreign country, but it felt obliged to object to any legislation Increasing the (monopoly of the home underwriters. The board believed tbat a commission ought to be appointed, with powers similar to those of the railway commission, which would regulate the Insurance companies. , Thla plan, In the opinion of the board, would be the most satisfactory method of administering this necessary control. „ Chairman Lennle read the correspondence between the Nelson board of trade, and A, W. Ross, secretary of the British Columbia Flre Underwriters association, in 1908, embracing the negotiations for a reduction In the Neleon rates. Among the grounds enumerated by the board, aa reasons why the rates should be reduced, was that the fire department had been taken out of politics. The correspondence*showed that the underwriters offered a reduction of 0 1-10 per cent, on brick buildings, if the city would make -tbe improvements already enumerated. The correspondence was dropped by the jj Nelson .board, Mr. Starkey explaining to the commission that the city found the :|fiprovements would cost $9000, which was prohibitive. Mr. Starkey claimed that the underwriters had unduly discriminated against NetBon, placing it in almost the lowest possible class of community,* Class "C," to which was added a penalty of 10 per cent. How a Rate li Fixed. ThiB Introduced the question of how the underwriters arrived at a given rate, and It was discussed more or less all day. Mr. Ross stated that there was no Class "C" which was the term Mr. Starkey had used, but that the rate for Nelson was based upon Book III. This was the standard also for Victoria and Vancouver. The latter city's rate was Book HI. iless 15 per cent. Mr. Ross then explained in detail the process of fixing a rate. Nelson being classified as .to lbs character, as a Book III community, the rate for the city, if it were a standard city, would be 1 per cent, or fl on the hundred. The Book III schedule would then be applied, and ln every case of departure from standard, a certain number of points penalty would be added. Water supply, water pressure, the existence or absence of a duplicate main, the size of the police force, the size of the fire brigade per 1000 population, and its character, whether paid or volunteer, the number of hydrants, the amount and character of the flre apparatus, windy locality, proportion of brick and frame buildings, exposure, and numerous other factors, general or special, affected the rate. For example, a standard ctty had hydrants every 250 feet, and had a pressure in the flre mains of 80 pounds. Owing to various failures to come up to the standard, the Nelson rate for a standard building, which consisted of the basis rate plus tbe sum of the penalties, amounted to $1.10. This was the system on which all insurance rates, in every community, were built up. In the case of individual buildings In Nelson, the Nelson rate of Book III plus 10 per cent would be the rate on a standard building, departures from type being penalized in the same way. One Standard City. Ity* answer to Com-mtssloner Lennle, Mr. Giles, president of the British Columbia Underwriters association, stated that there was one standard city in the Dominion—Walkerville, Ont. Commissioner Lennle asked what was the difference between having hydrants every 250 feet, and having them 300 feet, if in the latter case there was plenty of hose, as was the case in Nelson. Mr. Ross replied that 250 feet was the standard requirement, and It could not be departed from. Hydrants were also cheaper than hose in the long run, for their only cost was the first cost. ,^omml«&.,1on<,r Lennie—Why cannot yblfjfopa-ft fi-oSfi the 250. feet standard in such a case? There is no one to control you. ... No Deduction -Unless Charge. , The chairman also asked .if the underwriters had raised the Nelson rate because there had been politics ln the flre department. Mr. Ross explained that the removal of the flre department from politics could not he a cause for lowering the rate, for no increase had previously been made on that account. Every deduction in a rate presupposed a prior charge on account of some departure from standard. He read from his correspondence with the Nelson board of trade, showing various respects in which the city was not standard. Commissioner Lennle asked if Nelson's 10 year immunity from serious fire was not a ground on which some deductions should be made. Mr. Giles replied that If the Immunity continued long enough, probably it. would become a factor' in the rate. But there was no provision in the schedules for reckoning that point, and it had not yet arisen in the history of fire insurance ln Canada. Mr. Ross stated to Commissioner Lennie that, with changes In conditions, changes were made in the rate ■for a particular city from time to time. He was unable to state when the rate for Nelson was last re-adjusted. Mr. (Continued on Page Five.) KITCHENER WILL NOf VISIT CANADA Stay In United States Will be Only T«n Days—Visits the Great Cities (Special to The Dally News.) VICTORIA, April 7 — A change of plans necessitated by dispatches awaiting his arrival in San. Francisco today, makes It impossible lor Field Marshal Lord Kitchener of Khartoum, who is now in California, to visit any portion of Great Britain's American dominions during 'his present tour. This announcement, in direct contradiction of press reports from California, is made on the personal authority of Lord Kitchener, who so stated to a special commissioner of the Victoria Daily Colonist to whom he granted a characteristically short interview this evening. Is Reticent When Interrogated as to the impressions he bad formed during his Australian mission, or his opinion as to the outlook ln India and the possibility ot his returning to that empire as viceroy in succession to Earl Minto, the grizzled "Von Moltke of Great Britain" waved his hand and declared that he 'had nothing to say," his whole manner while eout*ous ta the extreme indicating that he meant Just what he sftld. Remains Ten Day* "I shall he la America Just ten days," he said. "I am not going ito visit any trans-Andean railway. It ls my first visit to this country. I am extremely desirous of seeing San Francisco, Chicago ana New York, but nwe particularly Ban Francisco." I LOSESJEART Radical Newspaper Predicts Victory for Lords Nationalists Will Defeat Government Abstained From Voting on Tariff Resolution LONDON, April 7—The rank and file of the Liberals, especially the mone extreme section, as well as 'the Laborites are depressed and Indignant at a report which seems to be well Sounded, that the government bias decided not to appeal to the thrrcde for guarantees enabling it to pass the veto resolutions after these are rejected by the present house of lords. The followers of the government have assumed from utterances of Premier Asquith and Home Secretary Winston Churchill that guarantees would certainly be asked for and -tbey are keenly disappointed. •Will be Defeated A Radical paper which accepts ithe report, learns that the Irish will consequently vote against the impending budget and the procedure resolution and the government, helng thereby of necessity defeated, will resign forthwith and dissolution of parliament will folloiw. The result, says the Radical press' can he only a triumph for the lords. Majority Dwindles LONDON, April 1—In consequence of the abstentation of the Nationalists from voting in the commons last night the government majority sank to 33 on a division on a resolution favoring a tariff. Still Sphinxlike LONDON, April 7—In th© commons this afternoon Premier Asquitih declln- ed to answer questions as to -the government's intentions while the .tariff was under discussion, with a view to its modification. Veto Resolution Carries LONDON, April 7—The house of commons today in committee adopted Premier Asquith's first veto resolution by a vote of 339 to 237. This resolution declares U expedient that the house of lords be disabled by law from rejecting or amendinm a money bill but that any such limitations shall not be taken to diminish or qualitV the existing rlglttB of the house of commons. Dinner Should Help Lord Rosebery continuing his efforts in the direction of the reform ot the house of lords, gave a large dinner party to the leading peers recently. The special object was to informally discuss proposals which Lord Rosebery intends to introduce for the reconstruction of the house of lords. RULE STRINGENT Immigrants Inconvenienced by Money Regulation—Liners still Crowded LONDON, April 7—The non-suspension of the rule which stipulates that all immigrants -entering Canada must ibe possessed of |25, is causing muoh'inconvenience to immigrants as the information department bad just printed an enormous mass of literature announcing tnat ithe $25 rule would not be insisted upon if the immigrant was going to a situation in a city. Have the Coin A dealer in Fleet street and a publisher with £39,000 and £19,000 re- spec-rely -are going to Canada. Steamers Crowded Tlie Canadian Pacific liner Lake Erie Bailed today with 1200 passengers most of whom are Britishers. The Mount Royal, an extra vessel of the same line, which .was only advertised a week ago, is already fully hooked. , , ..i j. i WANT GRAIN TRAFFIC United States Railways Reduce Rates in Competition with Canadian Lines WASi.Hr.GTON, April 7—In what is believed to be an effort to divert some of the export traffic which . usually moves through Canada, to some of the Atlantic seaports in the United States, the trunk lines operating fkttm Buffalo to the seaboard have filed reductions In their grain tariffs with the interstate commerce commission. The reductions will apply only to grain for export Reductions have recently .been made on the Canadian lines over which the commission has no jurisdiction and the rates filed (today iby the American roads are to meet that competition. GUILTY OF MURDER SULPHUR, Okla.. April 7 — Mrs. Nancy Smith, charged Jointly with Charles Smith, with the murder of the woman's husband in Murray county, .was found guilty here today. She will be sentenced on Satuttday. Cliarles Smith has been convicted and given a life sentence in prison for the part he took in the crime. CONVENTION IMPORTANT TO FRUIT GROWERS VICTORIA, April 7.—The important meeting of the provincial board of horticulture to be held at Kamloops on the 12th and 13th Inst. It to be followed on the 14th and 15th by a convention of representative fruit growers and leaders of the wholesale trade of the western provinces and officials of the Canadian Pacific railway, Deputy Minister Scott and various officers of the department of agriculture will attend. LOSSES SEVERE IN TWO DAYS BATTLE Turkish Troops Cheek Advance of the Rebels but Fighting Likely to be Resumed PRISTA, Turkey, April 7—The arrival of heavy reinforcements has enabled, the Turkish troops to temporarily check the advance of the clansmen who have been threatening Prlstlna, but lt twos only after severe fighting Sor two days during which the losses on both sides were considerable that the government troops were -able to bar the victorious march of the Albanians. The latter are gathering reinforcements from the clansmen to the southeast when lt is expeoted the fighting will be resumed, VICTORIA INVESTIGATION Witnesses Deny Charges Made by Detective—No Knowledge of Graft VICTORIA, April 7 — Denials were again in order at the hearing of the royal commission before Judge Lamp- man yesterday afternoon of .the evidence Detective Clayards gave at the hearing on the dray previous in two places. Another Chinaman denied that he had ever gambled, ever run a gambling Joint or ever saw any other Chinaman gamble. Ex-Mayor Gives Evidence Ex-Mayor Hall was called to give evidence relative tohis term as mayor and as an officer of the police commission of Victoria. fIn the course ofi his testimony he declared1,'hat he had never come into contact, -"filth, any .grafting and that" lie had hoJ recollection, whatever ot having been told toy detective Ol&yards ol Jackson's gambling joint or of the matter of the Manitoba bars license. Tong Ork again protested his inno,- cence of the least suggestion of knowledge of graft or gambling and flatly contradicted the statement given Wednesday by Detective Clayards that he had offered to see that Clayards "got a little bit" Advice and Query When the hearing was adjourned yesterday Judge Lamp-man commented on the text that he had again received an anonymous letter. He had Just received a letter dated in the senate which advised him to probe the cement question in Victoria. Another unsigned letter wanted to know why the Chinese gamblers should AiNIC Awful Scenes on Board Emigrant Steamer MARINE BUSINESS DEPRESSED Cunard Steamship Line Passes Its Annual Dividend LONDON, April 7—The report of the Cunard Steamship company made public today reflects the depression to the shipping business generally. No dividend will be paid. Terrific Explosion Spreads Death and Frenzy Trample Women Under Foot in Fight for Boats DOVER, England, April 7—A tei rlMo explosion occurred early this -morning on tihe British steamer Cairairona oft Dungness which wrecked the women's quarters, killing one child and injuring a number of women and children. Tho steamer caught fire and a panic ensued ' in which men fought for possession of the boats and .were beaten back by the orew to allow the women *d ibe taken off first Many Injured A large number of the passengers were landed here tonight many of them in an exhausted condition. In all 20 persons were seriously and not less' than 60 slightly injured by, the explosion and in the panic that followed it Rescued Passengers The Calrnrona sailed yesterday rrom London for Portland, Me. she carried 900 passengers for the most part emigrants and a general cargo. By good luck the steamers Upland and Kana- waha were close at hand when the Calrnrona caught lire and stood by and took off several hundred passengers and landed them here. Thrilling Details Several of the first class passengers ' i and American cattle men gave thrilling details of the accident. A number of women with children. In their arms were sitting on a hatch when suddenly a violent explosion hurled them to all Parts of the deck. Some were badly Injured and on© child was killed. The hatch was blown to fragments. Terrible Panic A terrible panic ensued, the emigrants, mostly Russians, running up arid ■ down-screaming and wringing Uielr hands. Their terror was Increased, bryi the volume of smoke which poured from the burning hold. The captain and of- lecrs made ineffectual efforts to calm 'hem and then signals of distress were sent up. Another Explosion In the meantime another explosion occurred in the engine room Injuring several of the engineers. The Mawa- naha and Upland steamed up quickly and the captain decided to transfer all the passengers. This was accomplished speedily but was accompanied by scandalous scenes. Scores of the men tried to rush the boats and many of them 'ought women, tearing and dragging them under foot Tlie crew hauled valiantly against the panic stricken emigrants, using fists and feet and any weapon they could find.. Felled to the Deck Not a few of the frantic mob of men were felled to the deck before tlie hysterical fainting women and children could be got to the boats, In the stampede four persons fell or iwere pushed into the sea and were rescued with difficulty. Water Pumped into Bunkers The captain of the Calrnrona reports that an explosion in the starboard bunkers wrecked the .women's quarters. This was followed by several minor explosions, until 2 o'clock in the afternoon when water was pumped Into the bunkers and the vessel proceeded reaching here at 9 o'clock tonight. Though lt ls believed that the fire has heen extinguished the steamer will remain here until the morning in order to be sure that she can proceed to safety. Piteous Scenes The Kanawha and Upland reached Dover with the rescued passengers late in the afternoon and the scenes at tha landing were piteous. Exhausted by cold and exposure, many of them half famished and others suffering from Injuries, were brought ashore and supplied with food .clothing and medical attention. Prince Louis Aids Admiral Prince Louis of Battenburg and the princess, with the British naval officers lent their assistance, . The naval surgeons attended the wounded, many of whom were removed to the hospital. The Prince and Princess ot Battenburg had been giving a dinner party but they broke it up and came ashore with their guests to attend to the wants of the refugees. The captain of the Calrnrona is endeavoring to persuade his passengers to remain here and re-embark on his steamer. Several hundred of them took train for London tonight. PREPARING FOR TEDDY Reception by City of London Will be Biggest Ever LONDON. April 7—The committee appointed to arrange the reception and luncheon which the city of London will Sive to 'former President Roosevelt, already Is at work, and is determined to make the affair one of the biggest ot this year. The committee will seek to bring to the great funotion representative Englishmen, irrespective of their official positions. SiHUtaBi ________ r- Mat two fftte -tirmi-l fkwa*. FRIDAV , APRIL 8. THE LEADING WEIR'S SHOE STORE Follow the Crowds to our Windows and See the Finest Display of Footwear Ever Shown in Nelson The Geo. A. Slater "INVICTUS" Shoes The Best Made in Canada Men's Ranching Boots We have paid special attention this year in having our Ranch Boots made. They are all ■ hand made, and we will guarantee every pair. 9-inch tops $4 00 12-inch tops 5.00 q-inch tops in boys' 3.50 9-inch tops in youths' 2.50 LADIES! Call and ask to see our new lines in the Galles Shoe. The Galles is one of the finest American Shoes made. The styles and prices will please you. late George Rogers of Lethbrldge, Joseph Griffin ot St. Thomas. Ont., Hon. Colin Campbell of Winnipeg, and Isaac Cockburn of Winnipeg. It Is understood that the Grand Trunk Pacific railway is behind the deal and will spend 1400,000. The original owners retain an Interest in tbe company. The Sanatorium Shoe We are sole agents in Nelson for this famous shoe for nurses and ladies with tender feet. One pair sells another. We carry the largest stock of Misses' and Children's Shoes than that of any other shoe dealer in the Kootenays. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO MAIL ORDlRS MRS. THAW CIVES EVIDENCE Suit to Recover Ninety-Three .Thousand Dollars Counsel Fees NBW YORK, April 7—Mrs. Mary C -i'naw, on the witness stand today drew a touching picture of tlie plight of an aged woman swayed by conflicting advice, and at her wits end which way to turn to save an erring son, who had just committed a sensational murder. "I was in Egyptian darkness," said Mrs. Thaw wider cross examination in Clifford W. Hartridge's suit to recover *93,- 000 counsel fees and disbursements in defending Harry Thaw for the murder of Stanford: White. Recounting one bit of advloe given'her by a practitioner, Mrs, Thaw said she was told tihat if she engaged certain attorneys, "they will head your son to the eleotric chair as sure as I am sitting here." This was in August, 1906. The name of the present governor of New York, Charles E. Hughes, occurred in one letter read to Mrs. Thaw and she was asked if she was opposed to the employment of Gov; ernor Hughes in her son's case. "No, Mrs. Thaw replied. "No, I was not opposed to the employment of Governor Hughes personally, but it was rumored that he might be made mayor and I did not want politics mixed up in any way In Harry's case. OFFER ACCEPTED AND .„-_ 8TRIKE IS AVOIDED COLUMBUS, AprU 7—The newly formed union of the motormen and conductors of the Columbus railway corn- piny, voted early today to accept the offer of the company and thus the strike was averted. The compromise gives the men a cent an hour increase, being based upon the time that the men have been employed by the company. An additional half cent an hour will be given the men after Jan. 1,1911. WEIR'S Up-to-Date Shoe Store Nelson, b.o. PURCHASE ALBERTA COAL LANDS London Capitalist! Will Develop Valuable Property Near Edmonton-— Seams of Lignite EDMONTON, April 7—A syndicate of London capitalists has purchased a half section ot rich coal lands on the G.T.P., 35 miles east ot here and Is preparing to develop the property this summer with modern machinery. A representative has been to the city for some time completing arrangements. The property Is said to contain 3.000,- 000 tons of best lignite. More machinery Is to be imported' and development will be carried on on an extensive scale. To Locate Scrip A party' of landseekers leave the city tomorrow to locate 300,000 acres of South African scrip in the vicinity of Athabasca Landing northeast of the city. Hundreds are locating homesteads In this vicinity but are hampered by lack of railway facilities Into some of the best sections. Scotch Whisky A Record of Nearfy a Century. It was in the year 1815—nearly a hundred* yean ago—that the first gallon of Watson's Whisky was produced. It is distilled to-day ia precisely the same careful, conscientious manner as when first placed on the market. We ed Pot Still and distil Barley. Not a quart i9 ever bottled until we have first assured ourselves that it is thoroughly matured—and that maturing process, hy the way, takes place in Sherry Casks, a method recognized hy experts as giving a specially fine flavor. So firmly do we believe in tlie unvarying excellence of our product that we guarantee absolutely every bottle sold under our label and capsule. Gasoline Engine and Ignition System Supplies and Repairs. E. P. MANHART ELECTRICIAN Corner Victoria and Josephine Sts. Nelson, B.C. Repairs a specialty; estimates given for all kinds of electrical work. Agent for the famous Pltner Lighting System. Phone: A89 Day; B395 Night CRIMINAL YOUTHS IN SEATTLE CITY SEATTLE, April 7—"It la an appalling condition, yet nevertheless a fact tbat not more than three or four out of every 100 prisoners who come before this court for sentence'are (more than 23 years old," raid Judge James T. Ronald of the superior court yesterday ln passing sentence upon Roy Raymond, a youth convicted of burglary in the second degree, Raymond waB ordered .to he confined ln the state reformatory at Monroe for a period ot not less than one nor more than seven and a half years. !'. 11 m It was noticeable that tn three preceding cases ln which sentences were imposed tihe prisoners pleaded .that they were under the influence of intoxieat- MOTHERS -who have delicate children -should trjr Mrs, C. Allen, of New Bedford, Mass., had two puny children, which were restored to perfect health by Vinol. If it should fail with your child, we will refund your money. Phase try it •Wm. HUTBERFORD. Drngglst. - Nelson, RC ing liquor at the time of the commission of the crime. MUSICAL DIRECTOR DEAD OLOVBR8VILLE, N.Y., April 7—Dr. Oari Hoffman, musical director of the Concorda singing societies ln Amsterdam and Schnectady, died today, aged 41. Dr. Hoffman -was formerly leader of the Trenton, N.J. band and the Buffalo Symphony orchestra, and conductor of grand opera in New York city for nine years. INCENDIARY FIRE IN QUEBEC WARWICK, Que., April 7—The Can- tin Implement factory and warehouse Were destroyed by fire laat night. The loss Is estimated at 160,000. Incendiarism Is suspected as the cause, BANDITS SHOT. CHICAGO April 7—Three banllta who robbed the Bank of Coal Cttv, 11'., sixty miles southwest of Chicago ' of 12000 after overpowering a night wat•**• man and engineer, were pursued by a posse and shot today. Five men wa.-t concerned in the robbery the two who escaped were carrying the plunder taken hy the men. ■■'■ WILL ABOLISH PURSERS. HAMILTON, April 7.—The Mutual and Canadian Lake and Steamship companies have been amalgamated under the name of the former. It ls the Intention to do away with the services of pursers, their duties to he hereafter done by company- agents on shore. Students have been employed aa ticket takers on passenger boats during the busy i AMERICAN HOSPITAL OPENED IN PARIS PARIS, April 7—The American ho's- pital was opened formally for the reception of patients today. Mlnara-s Liniment tor sale everywhere • use the old-fashion- nly from Malted Insist on Watson's '■THREE STAR"—A mill, tborougltly mituril Seoul. "NO. 10"- A lull.boJ,.J, ticlly ll.vo,,J Scoter,. JAMBS WATSON & CO., Limited - Dundee. NEWS OF THE DOMINION CALGARY, April 7.—The painters rare asking for an increase from 40 to Co cents an hour and an eight-hour day tn place of nine. They will likely go out on strike. MONTREAL April 7.—Bank clearings for the week ending April 7, amounted to (41,582,617, compared with 1,10632,750 for the same week last year and $27,396,527 in 1008. TORONTO, April 7.—Interests be- bind the BriUsh Colombia Packers bave lt ts understood, ben discussing the advisability ot having the (took listed, but It Is believed nothing def- — inlte haB been decided on as to this. The next dividend of three and a half per cent, for the half year on preferred shares Is payable May 20 and will be met. OTTAWA, April 7.—The Dominion government lias decided to refer to -the supreme court the question of jurisdiction of the federal and provincial governments tn respect to company incorporation. WINNIPEG, April 7.—Two of the most Important railroad contracts of ■the year were awarded by the Cana*- dian Northern yesterday. Two hundred and thirty miles of grading were let In all. The work waa -secured hy (tbe Cowan Construction oompany and the Northern Construction company. There are several other important contracts which will be given out in the course of a few days. HALIFAX, April 7.—Judge"Laurence, in the supreme court today granted the application of the Dominion Coal company for the continuation of a order restraining the members of the United Mine Workers of America from picketing. The order stands -until a trial of ■the cause is heard. CALGARY, April 7.—The second night of the Calgary indoor horse show broke all records in the matter of attendance which was estimated at 3000. The general run of stock shown surpasses that of any previous show ln this province and. In all classes the competition Is very keen. PORT ARTHUR, April 7.—The At- ikokan Iron company blast furnace will open as soon as boats -arrive from the east with coal, which Is expected to be between the fifteenth and twentieth of the month. The furnaces will make 100 tons of pig iron per day for the marketing of which arrangements have been made. The iron will go to eastern foundries. WINNIPEG, April 7.—Parties of colored settlers for the west are arriving over the Great Northern every day. These people are coming from the Southern States and are arriving in parties ot 20 and 30. They are going up to settle ln the Maidstone and Edmonton districts. A party -of about 30 arrived this morning and they were a happy looking crowd. These people are very Well ofr and from all reports they are very Industrious. GUELPH, April 7.—News of a terrible tragedy reached here last night which occurred at Wlssanburg, a station on the C. P. R. seven miles from Guelph about 4:30 yesterday afternoon. Albert Adams and wife were the victims. According to reports, Adams bad been drinking, and while In this condition shot his wife, killing her instantly, after which he turned the weapon upon himself, taking his own life. Adams was 35 years of age, and bis wife about 30. Three small children are left orphans. OTTAWA AprU 7.—Whether, when an express company files a special tariff of rates it can be compelled to extend such tariff to other commodities than those specified and to other points, was the feature of tbe express rates hearing yesterday afternoon before the railway commission. Judge Mabee reserved hie decision. The point came up on a query by the board as to why low fruit rates might not be extended to other commodities. A DANCE WITHOUT PROGRAMS IS NOT COMPLETE They not only serve a useful purpose at the time but also constitute a delightful momento of the occasion. The Dally News will be only too pleased to submit samples and quote prices. I. & M. LEBCB C0NFECTI0NER8 High class pastry and cakes. Meat pies a specialty. Wanted—Strong girl for housework Address: 411 Ward St. Phone 423 Kootenay Lake General Hospital Maternity Branch Patients are now received at the fol* towing ratss: .««,, Private ward patients, wee* -./•J*™' Isml-prlvate ward patients, week 115.00 Address applloatlrar — matron at hospital. ' . WATER NOTICE Notice ia hereby given that an application will be made under Part V ot the ' Water Clauses Consolidation Act, 1909, to record tho right to take, divert, convey and use water In tlie Kootenay district tor ordinary, agricultural and mining purposes: (a) The nnmc ot the applicant is Sheep Creek Bonanza, Mining Company, Limited, Free Miners Certificate No. 37677B. (b) The name of the lake, stream or source is Wolf Creek, about three acres of land to be occupied by proposed works, Including mill site. (c) The point of diversion, or Intended ditch read, is about 2Vfe miles from the junction ot Sheep Creek and Wolf Creek. The point where It Is to be returned Is about one mile above the junction. The difference in altitude between the point of diversion and the point of return is about 350 feet. (d) The means by -which lt Is intended to store and divert the water is dam, flume or pipe. (e) The amount of water applied for is eight cubic feet per second. it) Tbe water ts required for mining, and milling. (g) The land or mine on which the water is to be used la Bonanza mine, consisting of five mineral claims, viz: Bonanza, Alamo, Alamo No. 2, Alamo No, 3 and Alamo No. 4. (h) This notice was posted on the 6th day of February, 1910, and application will be made to the commissioner on the 7th day ot March, 1910. (Signed) W. Q. MARTEN, Agent. LETHBRIDGE April 7.—J. N. Green- shields of Montreal, haa purchased the controlling interest In the Lethbrldge collieries. Tbe property is near this city. Toe original owners ware tbe CITY OF NELSON. Notice to Contractors. Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned up to noon on Monday, April 11, 1910, for the following material:, 460 pieces ot fir. 1« tt. long x 12 tn.*x 4 in. ' 128 pieces of hemlock, 18 ft long x 6 In. x Sin. All to be well seasoned, sound, free from bark, shakes, large or loose knots or other detects, and to pais tbe Inspection of tbe city engineer. Prices to be f.o.b. Nelson. Iiowest or any tender not necessarily A Dandy Truck Farm Seven acres of choice land, one mile from Nelson Post Office, all cleared, fenced, log house, chicken house, two acres in strawberries and raspberries, with good water supply. An Ideal Market Garden, "Every Parti of "Which is Under Cultivation $1000 will handle this, balance $2000 in 6, 12. 18 and 24 months. The Western Canada Investment Co. Phone 264.. 507i/2 Baktr St., Nelson, B.C. JS •' W. «. McMORRIS, J. E. TAYLOR, R. B. SCOTT. Box 1042. accepted. a. C. *tl£KAT_ city Brnm*. Canadian Northern to Establish Shops at New Westminster Construction pn Railway Shops, Wharves' Etc., to Start this Spring Almost every da; sites for -more manufacturing companies are be in** aecured. There Is not a house to rent In the city and this year Is going to be one of moat remarkable progress. Vancouver building perils tor March tar exceeded all previous records. In Bumaby great activity prevails. Tbe Sumner Iron Worka and Burton Saw Worka are lust starting construction. The B. C. Electric are building their new line via Burnaby lake. The Western Power company has increased Its capital tram two -nd one halt million dollars to five mlUlo Five hundred thous- ai d of this amount has already been upended near Stave lake, where the power is being developed and the whole system la to be rushed to completion at the earliest possible date. The Canadian Nortliern must secure right of way through Burnaby soon. The amount of building now going on Is greater than ever before and that Vancouver and New Westminster will soon be one continuous dty la apparent to everyone. The Increase In land values this year will be very great Now Is the time to secure one or two good lots. ' We ere lust potting on a new addition between Central Park and beautiful Beer Bark, lots, fine view. Those lots will wm he In the centre of one of the world's greatest cities. Call or send tor particulars. 1 Good soli, level The Wright Investment Co. VuM-mr, Nebon and Fort George, B. C J *f\ FRIDAY > . APRIL I. ©he SJaUg-Stew. r FAOE THREI *n' We Offer Small Investors Vancouver Inside Properly It you can buy an interest tn a property lor $100—Vancouver Inside property—revenue bearing—silt edged property, collect $30 annual revenue, and then Hnd that your property has grown in value to $300; that's making money pretty last; isn't lt? And the beauty of lt ls that you don't have to take a chance. That Is the difference between speculation and Investment, Do you know, there are buildings In Vancouver that are paying back their first cost every three years, and advancing ln value every day, too. But the average Investor cannot take advantage of the opportunities to Invest in inside property—the initial outlay being greater than he can finance—-except on one system—Business Units—Our System— and applied to the very highest form of revenue producing Investment—Apartment House property. Listen—Tbe Pacific Investment Croporatlon, Limited has purchased for the sum of $25,000 a double corner 132x132 feet, the southeast corner of Davie and Jervls streets, the very finest apartment building site in Vancouver's exclusive West End. The company la going to erect the finest and most up to date 6- story Apartment House ln Western Canada—on the business unit system—and the estimated cost for property and building Is $135,000. The company Is now placing on the market 760 Business Units at par—$100 each—$25 cash, balan ce in 2, 4, and 6 months without interest About one-third of these units are already, subscribed. Total estimated costs Less loan provided for now 9135,000.00 60,000.00. 760 business units, |100 each I 76,000.00 Estimated gross revenue.. 136,720.00 Leas Interest, taxes, Ac. 14,220.09 Available for annual dlvi- dens at 90 per cent $22,500.00 TheBe Business Units—$100 units—payable 1-4 cash, 1-4 ln two months, 1-4 In four months and 1-4 ln six months—are a first class investment, lacking the smallest suspicion of uncertainty. If you figure your money as worth 10 per cent, these units will he worth $300 In one year. If your money is worth only 6 per oefct, they should be worth $500. If you are Interested In an Investment of this nature write for our literature or call at our office. The Pacific Investment Corporation, Ltd. WOLVERTON, A CO, LTD., Authorized Agents. 419'/a Biker 8t,- Nelson, B.C. 704 Dominion Trust Bldj. Vancouver. SEED POTATOES In order to Insure a good crop of potatoes you should not use the same seed more than two years ln succession. You will find lt will pay you to keep changing the seed as often as possible, In getting the seed the most difficult thine; Is to know what kind to buy and where to get it. I plant tram 6 to 10 acres of potatoes each year and have tried ter eral kinds. Last year I bad four different varieties, three of these were imported seed. I can supply good clean seed potatoes, free from scab. The best variety I have ls the Nw York Thoroughbred, B potato similar in color and texture to the Early Hose, but not so tans and slim. They yielded me last year 30 per oent more than any other variety I had. The Puritan Is a white potato which I imported last year. They have a perfect, clean and smooth skin. Prices as follows: Nerw York Thoroughbred „« . 18.60 per 100 lbs. Puritan ".""5 per 100 lbs. Early Hose '•"•> V» W0 lbs. For larger quantities write for special rates. OT J.tANNABLE&G.A.HUNT[R WARD BTREET Box 28. NELSON, B. C. ty ipeelal Appointment Purveyors to H.E, the Governor Oerural, Special Notice to Hotels, Restaurants, Camps and Other Large Consumers We put up the famous "Koote . rand Jams and Marmalades in 28 lb. pails. Finest quality. Prices right. Enquire of your deal- Kootenay Jam Co., Ltd. wei8on.s.c. REMOVAL NOTICE The West Transfer Co. beg to notify the pubUo that they have moved their office to their new stables, Bast Baker street, beyond the Kootenay Steam Laundry. Phone 33 ^sttuuuststt**************************************** meets you half-way—does your work In half tha time if you follow directions. Sunlight Soap—absolutely pure—saves clothes Irom in- |ury—hands from roughness- life Irom ^"X drudgery. i-vULuu^&^ujidjiia-jiWi ANOTHER BANK FAILURE OCCURS IN BROOKlYN Borough Bank Closes Its Doors—Second Failure Within Week- Condition Unknown. NEW YORK, April 7.—The Borough Bank of Brooklyn, closed Its doors today and the superintendent of banks has taken possession of the Institution's business. The bank has a capital of $200,000 with deposits aggregating over $2,000 000. This Is the second bank (failure In Brooklyn within a week the former being the Union Bank of .Brooklyn. Official Statement. At the office of the state superintendent of banks the following statement was given out today: "A meeting of the board of directors of the Borough Bank of Brooklyn was held at the office of tbe banking department, 52 Broadway at 6:30 o'clock last night, the meeting having been called by President Shears. "After a conference with the superintendent of banks regarding the unusual demands being made upon the institution at its eight ward branch and considering the character of the assets for which the present management is not responsible, the board decided to request the superintendent to take possession and thus preserve the test interests of all depositors. "Pursuant to the request and the provisions of the banking law, the superintendent has taken possession of the property and business of the corporation. "No further statement regarding the condition of the bank will be made until ithe inventories have been com; pleted. "There has been no withdrawal of deposits from any other Institution." Assumed Heavy Load. Superintendent Chaney said that the conditions attending the closing of the bank were almost Identical with those who led to the closing of the Union bank. As was the case with the Union bank, the Borough was obliged to suspend during the panic of 1907 and was re-organized after the panic was over. The new management was obliged to assume liabilities which have been a heavy load and the suspension of the Union bank had a bad effect on the Borough, which was known to be in the same position. Superintendent Cheney would not venture an opinion as to ithe condition of the bank, or as to the position of the depositors. This, he said would be made known when the examiners, who are now working on the bank's books have finished their work. BOSTON'S IGNORANCE OF CONTINENT'S GEOGRAPHY BOSTON, AprU 7.—Nearly all the visiting teachers left for Montreal in charge of Mr. Walter Maughan, of the C. P. R. Nearly every one spent the last day in Boston Inspecting the different schools. Great surprise was expressed by the visitors at the lack of knowledge of Canada and Canadian affairs on the part of the pupils. Inspector Elliott was informed by the senior class ln the largest school here that Toronto was 100 miles from tbe Arctic ocean, that Eskimos came within 50 miles of the ctty to kill seals and Polar bears, and that Quebec was the capital of Canada. The geography In general use devotes a page and a half to Canada, and states that lumbering, fishing and agriculture In remote districts are the principal Canadian industries. PHYSICIAN DENIES THAT KING IS ILL. BIARRITZ, April 7.—Sir James Reld, physlctan-ln-ordlnary to King Edward, who accompanied his majecty professionally to this place said yesterday: "The king has not had influenza, therefore he is not suffering from Its after effects. He ls living his usual life here. The weather continues stormy, even wintry consequently the king Is out doors less than he wishes, but the alarmist stories about his condition are absurd." TWO KILLED IN WRECK. AUGUSTA, April 7.—In a wreck on the Georgia railroad thie morning near Berzellia, two men were killed and one white man and four negroes seriously Injured. Misunderstanding of orders is said to have been the cause. Ohambrelntn's Stomach and Liver Tablets assist nature in driving all impurities out of the system. Insuring a free and regular condition and restoring the organs of the body to health and strength. Sold by all druggists and dealers. BITTER FIGHT| FOR CONTROL Of Nova Scotia Steel and Coal Company—Harris Interests Retain Office. It was a battle of giants. Mr. Ro- dolphe Forget had for muscle his keen stock market knowledge. That of Mr. Robert E. Harris, K. C, rested largely ln the education which leads to being made a King's Counsel. The fight was for the control of the Nova Scotia Steel and Coal company, a corporation which until recently had jogged along In that peculiarly contented way characteristic of lhe maritime provinces. The skirmishing had proceeded for weeks, says the Monetary Times. The accumulation of proxies became the lirst consideration. Purchasers paid a higher figure for the stock at every deal. The market looked on and wondered. Certain Investors sold at a small profit, thinking -that someone must have by then obtained enough stock. Next daj? a five points rise caused regret. Some said that it was a sham fight. The meeting at New Glasgow on Wednesday disproved that assertion. It was an encounter proper. The generals did not mince words. Legal steel, clashed. The powder of mild expletives thickened the atmosphere. Retort cut many a wound and sarcasm rubbed In the salt. Finally the law triumphed over- the stock- market. Now the stock market will use the law to strike again for victory. As to Proxies by Telegram. The sensational struggle left control with Mr. Robert E. Harris and his associates. Mr. Forget lodged a formal protest regarding proxies by telegram and threatened to institute legal proceedings to upset tbe action of the meeting. Gauntlet Thrown Down. Prior to the gathering, Messrs." Har- rls and Forget conferred. The former offered to place three Forget men on the directorate. Mr. Forget wanted more. The reason given by the party seeking control was that although they represented about 33,000 shares of stock they were given only one representative on the directorate. Mr. Forget thought the company was moving too slowly. Many Quebec shareholders desired further representation and the corporation needed more capital. Control of the company was his until Tuesday night, he added, "Enough shares were borrowed over night to defeat me. They were loaned by brokers who were paid one-eighth of one per cent, for the use of the certificates for toduy." Mr. Harris Was Indignant. Mr. J. N. Greenshields ,spoke in similar strain, which caused Mr. Harris to reply with some heat. Mr. Forget's statement as to the borrowing of shares was denied. "I know who bought all .the stock sold yesterday ,'* said Mr. Harris, "and it was all paid for. These other gentlemen (the Forget interests) have been buying stock for about three weeks only. For five years I have been at the head of this concern, and what success has attended It. in that period you can judge for yourselves by the fact that those gen tlemen are casting longing eyes on our property and straining every nerve to secure it. "Not Usual to Elect Lot of Stockbrokers." ''Many false statements regarding the company and its affairs, have been printed lately, and these have emanated from Mr. Forget. There was the statement that one of the directors, Mr. -Qantley, had sold his stock to Mr. Forget. That statement, which emanated from Mr. Forget, was false." "I deny that absolutely," responded Mr. Forget "Anyway/ said Mr. Harris, ".It is not usual here to elect a lot of stock brokers to control a company of this nature." "What about lawyers?" asked Mr. Green shields. Wanted to Run Special Train. Much of the trouble hinged on the question of proxies. "To how many proxies' am I entitled?'* inquired Mr. Forget. "Nine thousand four hundred and forty," replied Mr. Webster. "I claim 9,845," replied Mr. Forget. "Why were those 405 not allowed?" "They were proxies for shares for which proxies had previously been filed In the head orflce of the company and of which no notice of reservation had been given," replied Secretary McColl. Shortly afterward, Mr. Forget received a telegram and he immediately asked President Harris If he would adjourn the meeting to permit gentlemen whose proxies ln his favor had been rejected to come here to vote. "I will have.a special train here with them all by tomorrow night If you will adjourn," he said. Mr. Harris did not like this special train idea and said so in plain language. DIAMOND BROKER FALLS HEADLONG TO DEATH NEW YORK, April 7.—Standing a few feet from the window of his bedroom on (the fifth floor of a fashionable Lennox avenue apartment house, Harry Cohan, former diamond broker, fell headlong and plunged to the pavement below. He struck on his head and waB killed. Cohan learned last week that he was 111 of a fatal malady. He was so worried by what his physician told, him that It was feared he would commit suicide. ROOSEVELT REVISITS T? SCENE OF HONEYMOON. SPEZIA, Italy. April 7.—Theodore Roosevelt and Mrs. Roosevelt began today the carriage drive along the sunny slopes of the Alps, the road they followed as bride and bridegroom 20 years ago. They expect to reach Genoa late on Saturday. ■ PHYSIQUE OF THE BRITISH POOR Size of Children at Port Sunlight Compared With That In Liver- pool-—The Causes. The poorer classes are continually struggling with the problem of how to feed ten or twelve children on a pound or thirty shillings a week. The result Is, of course, that thousands of youngsters are reared under circumstances which make proper physical development impossible. They live ln congested areas, where the overcrowding and insanitary conditions make decency, morality and good health an impossibility. They grow up puny weaklings, and thus add to national deterioration. Difference In Height. And it should be borne In mind that the army and navy are mainly recruited from these children of the poorer classes. A striking illustration of the physical defects of children living in the large towns—which, at the same time, Is a forcible -argument in regard to the necessity for new conditions of housing and town planning— is afforded hy a comparison between children of Port 'Sunlight and Liverpool, or those of Bournville and Birmingham. As readers are doubtless aware, Bournville and Port Sunlight are two social experiments which have been tried in connection with two of the greatest industrial concerns in the country. The working people are housed under ideal conditions, the result being that at Port Sunlight, for instance, the average height of a boy or girl of seven years ot age Is 3 feet 10 3-4 Inches, and the average weight 3 stone 8 3-8 pounds. On the other side of the Mersey, however, amongst boys and girls attending •schools at Liverpool, the average height Is 3 feet 0 5-8 inches, and the average weight 3 stone 2 3-4 pounds. Another Comparison. The height of a Bournville boy of eleven years of age averages 4 feet 9 inches, that of a Birmingham slum boy of same age being 4 feet 2 Inches, the respective weights being 4 stone 13 pounds, and 3 stone 11 pounds. The chest measurement of the Bournville boy, too, it might be mentioned, is three inches greater than that of his little slum brother in the Midland capital. Such illustrations could be multiplied, but these two are quite suffi- i-ent for the purpose of showing here what an extraordinary effect environment has upon the children of the community. And as the tendency at the present time is for people to flock to the towns, resulting every day In more overcrowding, it behooves the country to hit upon some measures whereby the flood of people can be housed under conditions which will produce the best results ■ for the nation. ». .... Drink and the Race. There is another reason for fhe deterioration of national physique which readers may or may not regard as vital. In view of the fact, however, ■that It is put forward by that eminent physician, Sir Victor Horsley, it is certainly entitled to serious thought and consideration. And it cannot be denied that the figures he produces are very striking. At a recent lecture at Cardiff Sir Victor stated that he held that the poverty of the people was due to the parasitic growth of the drink traffic. "Poor people," he said, "who spend their money in drink had nothing left with which to support their children, whose physique, lt had been proved, was greatly inferior to that of children whose parents did not spend their money in drink. The expenditure of the country on drink had leapt from £110,000,- 000 in 1899 to between £140,000,000 and £150,000,000 in 1907." And Sir Victor gave it as his opinion that the failure of the nation physically was due to spending not enough on grain, etc., and too much on liquor—"to not spending enough on food, and an enormous amount on poisonous drink." He further mentioned that although to build 10,000 new houses the treasury would have to produce only an extra £22,000 to provide for a small margin of interest on rates expended, It was difficult to raise that sum, although nearly £150.. 000,000 per annum was being spent on drink.—London Exchange. FOR UPSET STOMACHS TAKE A LITTLE DIAPEPSIN AND FEEL FINE AGAIN DYSPEPSIA, HEARTBURN, STOMACH GAS OR INDIGESTION GO Why not get some now—this moment, and forever rid yourself ot stomach trouble and Indigestion? A dieted stomach gets the blues and grumbles. Give It a muni eat, then take Pape's Dlapepsln to start the digestive juices working. Thero will be no dyspepsia oi- belching of gas or ictatlons of undigested food; no feeling like a lump of lead In the stomach or heartburn, sick headache and dizziness, nd your food will not ferment and poison your breath with nauseous odors. Pape's Dlapepsln costs only 50 cents for a large case at any drug store here, and will relieve the most obstinate cases of Indigestion ond upset stomach lu five minutes. There Is nothing else better to take gns from the stomach and cleanse the stomach and intestines, and, besides, one single doso will digest and prepnre for assimilation into the blood all your food the same t a sound, healthy stomach would do It. When Dlapepsln works, your stomach rests—gets Itself In order, cleans up—nnd then you feel like eating when you come to the table, and what you eat will do you good. Absolute relief from all stomach misery ls waiting for you as soon as you decide to take a little Dlapepsln. Tell your druggist that you want Pape's Dlapepsln. because you want to become thoroughly cured this time. Remember, If your stomach feels out ot order and uncomfortable now, you can get relief in five minutes. Mathien's Syrup of Tar and Cod Uw 00. Tar and Cod liver Oil—that?*^ secret of its great success. Beech Tax—famous for its purifyini healing effect on the longs and tl scientifically combined with Cod 1 Oil—tbe pert find torn teib buiUcr ttrmglbener. Mathien's Syrup does its w< roughly. It does not merely •Aswr-V cough.it cures it permaneotlj.ft remove*) ,, the cause, strengthens the lung tissual", and tones up the whole system. Mathieu's Syrup is the best?. tHng ft» children. They like it and it» good for * them. Keep a bottle in theioas-sin east of emergency. It is apt to save you money and* trouble. When feverish take Mathieu's Nervine Powders, tfie great headache, remedy, in conjunction wrtr}» the syrup. They dispel the fever and backache, boneacne, etc. J. I. MATHIIU CO.. Pro»... SHtMXOOHI, P.Q. DWrtintorafot Wstton Cauda, FtfarBroe. Uraon St Co.,Vancoimr, Wirwrron,Wr^rlp.l. « TarttXI Una l»,llillfc to.UPMtn-K, Watch Nelson Grow Some of the Reasons for Its Progress . . . 1. Fruit Industry (a) Ranches coming into bearing. (b) Active interest in sale of fruit lands, over 100 inquiries having heen received by this bureau alone. 2. Lumbering Industry Splendid sales expected for this year. 3. Mining Industry (a) Progress geing made all over the district. (h) Sheep Creek District promises to rank as one of the greatest frep milling mining camps in the world. U) Early operation of new zinc smelter. 4. Manufacturing Industry (a) Large extensions now being made by two of Nelson's largest factories. (b) Free sites and other inducements offered by corporation of city of Nelson. Further information, particu larly as to inducements offered new industries will be cheerfully supplied by , im}_ij (c) This bureau is in receipt of a number of inquiries from persons desiring to establish factories here. 5 Building Industry (a) Extension and completion of Tram|way system. (b) Extension and completion of new C.P.R. wharl costing 830,- 000. (c) Factory extensions. (d) New residences along the Tramway extension. (e) Several new - business blocks contemplated. 6. Business Centre, Wholesale 'and distributing for Kootenay district. 7. Residential Centre and Tourist Resort. (a) Nelson is a city of homes. (ib) Fishing, shooting and boating. C.P.R. is now constructing a Tourist Hotel at Balfour, near Neison, to be ready for tills season. THE SECRETARY Publicity Committee, Board of Trade AN ECONOMICAL TEA ___v ____*_/ Tea celling at 25c or 30c a pound is not really cheap, bit ts extravagantly dear. Because so much of It IB asually required that the cost per cup It actually more than if a good tea like Blue Ribbon were used. A pound of Bine Ribbon Tea will make 260 cups of good rich tea, •o, even at 50c a pound you would get four or five cups for one cent Not a very dear drink, la It? And as for flavor, there Is simply no eomp«--'«on between Blie Ribbon and the "cheap" teas. Just try a pound, and ate. NURSERY STOCK Buy home grown, guaranteed, acclimatized stock. Can ibe seen on lots adjoining the Sherbrooke hotel, a good stock of small fruits. For fuller pavticuars -see t V. DYNES Local Agent Riverside Nurseries. Nelson, B.C. r PAGE FOUR m%s §cttl% Hems* FRIDAY , .:.:« APRIL 8. IThe Hudson's Bay Stores House-Cleaning Made Easy If you use Hudson's Bay goods. We have everything required for this annual recreation — Brushes, Brooms, - '■ Tubs, Pails, Mops, Washboards, Dusters, Ammonia, and all kinds of Soaps and Washing Powders EXAMINE OUR WINDOWS \ ****************************************************** Imperial Bank of Canada HEAD OFFICE, TORONTO Capital Authorized $10,000,000 CaplUI FaM Up 15,000,000 Reserve Fund 15,000,000 D. R. WILKIE, Preeldent. HON. ROBT. JAFFRAY, Vice-President BRANCHES IN BRITISH COLUMBIA: Arrowhead, Cranbrook, Fernle, Golden, Kamloopa, Michel, New Michel, Moyle, Nelaon, Reveletoke, Vancouver and Victoria, SAVINGS DEPARTMENT ' Intereel allowed on depoalta at current rat* trom data of deposit. NELSON BRANCH tl. M. LAY, Manager. Canadian Bank of Commerce PAID-UP CAPITAL.. .$10,000,000 RESERVE $6,000,000 DRAFTS ON FORtIGN COUNTRIES. Arrangements have recently been completed under which the branches of this bank are able to issue Drafts on the principal points In tbe following countries: Austria-Hungary Belgium Brazil Bulgaria Ceylon China Crete Denmark Egypt Faroe Islands No Delay In Issuing NELSON BRANCH. Finland Ireland Formosa Italy Fiance Japan Fr'ch Cochln-Chtna Java Germany Manchuria Mexico Norway Holland Persia Iceland Phllllplne India Roumanla Russia Servla Slam South Africa Straus Settlement Sweden Switzerland Turkey i West Indies ,_„ _ and elsewhere Full Particulars on Application. J. L. BUCHAN, Manager. BANK OF MONTREAL Eetabllehed 1817 Capital All Paid Up ..»14,400,000 Rett $12,000,000 HEAD OFFICE: MONTREAL Rt ,'-n. Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal, G.C.M.O., Hon. Prealdent Hon. Sir Qeorge Drummond, K.C.M.Q., Preeldent Sir toward 8. Cloueton, Bart., Vlce-Preeldent and Gen. Manager. BRANCHE8 IN BRITISH COLUMBIA Armetrong, Enderby, Greenwood, Kelowna, Nelaon, New Denver, Nicola, New Westminster, Rowland, Summerland, Vancouver, Vernon, Victoria, Chilliwack, Hosmer.... NELSON BRANCH L. B. DEVEBER, Manager. The Royal Bank of Canada INCORPORATED 1869 Capital Paid-up * 5,000,000 Reserve and Undivided Profits 5,928,000 Total Assets 67,000,000 HEAD OFFICE: MONTREAL H. S. HOLT, President ■ E. L. PEASE, Vice-President and Gen, Manager One hundred and fifteen Branches in Canada and Newfoundland. Eleven Agencies in Cuba; Nadoau, Bahamas; San Juaa, iorto Rico; New York City, 08 William Street Business accounts carried upon favorable terms. Savings department at all branches, correspondence solicited. NEL80N BRANCH A. B. NETHERBY. Manager. WE WILL BUY 1000 Royal Collieries % .1V& 1000 Diamond Coal 57 10 Great West Permanent ..112.00 Write for our weekly market letter. WE WILL SELL 1000 Rambler t .2314 100 B. C. Copper 6.76 600 International Coal .68% 600 McGilllvray .24 2 S. A. Warrants 800.00 5 Pacific Coast Flre 120.00 E. B. McDERMID Baker Street Nelson, B. C. Canadian Cleveland *f*tope Drill Fool proof, cheapest to oper ate, low maintenance, no column, no set up. SIMPSON aV CONSTANS Agents for British Columbia NELSON, B.C. LUMBER ROUCJH and DRESSED Doon. Windows, Monldlnajs, Bklnslas. Turned Works and Braoaets, Cost. State -ut «• to lata stock always on ta nd. Hail onters promptly aXtaaiM to. A. Q. LAMBERT (ft CO. A Revelation in Tea Goodness it • delicious and fragrant blend of the finest Ceylon Tea. Get a package from your grocer and ery'oy its excellent qualities. — Black, Mixed aad Natural Greea, 40c, 60e, 60c and 70c per lb, — ? Do You Use a Typewriter Try our "Satisfaction" brand ribbons and carbon paper. They spell satisfaction in both quality and price. He stand back of them witii a "satisfaction or your money back" guarantee. Price of ribbons, $3.50 per half dozen; each 76c. Price of carbon paper ti per box of 100 sheets. In purchasing ribbons ln half dozen lots we Issue a coupon book ot six coupons, which you can tear out and exchange for fresh ribbons as you require 'them. Thomson's for Typewriter Supplies. W. O. THOMSON RK,,"« Bookseller and Stationer Qbe Dailg $tm>0. Published at Nelson Brer? Horning Except Monday* by Newa Publishing Company, Limited W. O. POSTER Manager. FRIDAY, APRIL 8. THE APPROACH OF ROOSEVELT. Louder and louder grows the -sound of the approach of the mighty Roosevelt to* the American shore. Beginning with a faint distant rumble on the upper reaches of the Nile, it became distinctly audible at Khartoum. It wbb good for several columns of newspaper space in Egypt. The noise in Rome has filled at least six columns already ln each of our dally American contemporaries. An international episode at Khartoum, a public demonstration at Cairo, a diplomatic explosion at Rome makes a fairly good -beginning. One awaits with growing interest the coming events In Paris, Berlin, St. Petersburg and London. How will our contemporaries to the south find room for the news of the rest of the inhabitants of the globe when the climax comes, and the mighty one at length sets foot once -more on the soil of the United States itself. And what can he, himself, do then that will not prove an anti-climax after all that has gone before? The uproar must be terrific if it Is not to be disappointing. And then what? Many an anxious Senator, Representative and Political Boss must be painfully awaiting the answer to that question. Is'it conceivable that Roosevelt will come home and sit down and say nothing on all the stirrine political questions of the day? ^\ We trow not; ^ is a physical Ira- possibility. But what will he say and whom will be hit? HIS LOSS WILL BE OUR GAIN. If it should prove true that Mr. Monk Is to leave the Conservative party, either voluntarily or Involuntarily, there will be widespread rejoicing among Conservatives. On almost every question -that has come up he has followed whatever course he thought would strengthen him with the electors of Quebec, regardless of the effect elsewhere. As a result he has repeatedly Injured the Conservative party in every other province, and results (ail to show that be has done it any good in his own province. Mis utterances have been quoted to the detriment of Conservative candidates from Halifax to the Pacific, though those utterances have been diametrically opposed to the views of ninety per cent, of the Conservative -members at Ottawa. His politics have been Quebec politics of a kind so narrow that they were too narrow for the people of Quebec Itself. Mr. Monk -may have known some* -thing of politics as they were about 1880 or 1886, but we are now living ln the year 1910, and Mr. Monk Is wholly out of touch with tbe present genera tion, either In Quebec or out of Quebec. If Mr. Monk cannot agree with the great majority of the Conservative party as to what the general spirit and Intent of the policy of that party should be, then tlie party should no longer be associated in the public mind with that gentleman. Compromises' with Mr. Monk have time and again stood ln the way of the enunciation of a clear-cut, definite, progressive Conservative policy, suited to the needs of the Canada of the twentieth century. We can pnrt with Mr. Monk with great cheerfulness. CANADA'S LATEST FIND. We are continually being surprised by the discovery of hitherto unknown natural wealth in Canada. The latest find Is one of the last that was expected,—coal in Ontario. It is of course in the newer and -more northern part of the province that it has been unearthed, near the route of the Ontario government railway. What It means to the fuel supply of that province and to the revenue of the railway is too obvious for com-, ment Surely it is a railway that was "born lucky." Originally planned as a colonization road to serve some remote townships, In tho very course of Its construction It laid bare the silver of the Cobalt. Gowganda followed and now there Is a coal field one hundred miles long. Managed by a commission, free from the abuse of party patronage which handicaps the Intercolonial, free from the overcapitalization of so many corporation railways, lt has been, in addition, the lucky recipient or one favor after another from the goddess of fortune. TWO GOVERNMENTS IN ONE COUNTRY. If the proposed federation of tbe western miners with the United mine workers goes through, the combined organization will have a membership of something like 600,000 or more. Including the families of these members and tbe people in other callings who are dependent upon them, a total population of something like two or three millions will be affected by -any action taken by the central council of the organization. And that council exercises a power over its members greater than that of any government. It can say whether the members of the union shall work at their occupation or not. No government undertakes to do that. LONDON BECOMING FREE FROM FORMER FOG. No winter visitor to the Imperial me- tropolle, remaining any length of time, but made acquaintance, sooner or later, with that undesirable quantity, a real London ' fog-. Those who foave experienced Its effect know how rapidly the atreeta became chaos and the feeling of absolute helplessness which It engendered. A full day's tog Involves a coat to the city estimated at not less than 1750,000, so that when -as in 1905 there were 44 sufficiently severe to be recorded, the aggregate loss ran well into millions ot pounds sterling. Since that year there has been a gradual diminution In the number of fogs, and laat year only four happened along. During the winter now closing, London has been practically fog free, and an article in the Dally Mall notes that the falling off has corresponded with the diminution In the smoke attributable to the Introduction of gas Area and cookers and of electrical heating apparatus. Half a million of these have been Introduced Into London wlfhln recent years, and experts declare that the electrification of- the district and metropolitan railways haa also helped, materially. A ahare In the deliverance has also been ascribed to the activity of the local authorities in the matter of excessive smoke prosecutions. Scientific authorities explain the cause of fog to an electric condition of tho atmosphere, where the electrons act as nuclei to which the minute particles responsible for the fog are attracted. Sir Oliver Lodge haa suggested the neutralization of these nuclei by the artificial discharge of electricity of the opposite kind or "sign." Not the least of the wonderful service which electrlcty is destined to yield would be the dispersal of tlie fogs responsible for the many tragic shipwrecks and loss of human life. FRENCH EMIGRANTS TO SETTLE IN MEXICO GUADALAJARA, April 7—Louis Es- cande, Mexican consul -at Toulouse, France, is in Mexico to secure a tract suitable for a French colony oB 1200 families. H6 will visit several states going first to Jalisco. Mlnard's Liniment Cures Burnt. Etc I consider MINARD'S LINIMENT the BEST Liniment ln uae. I got my foot badly jammed lately. I bathed It well Wtth MINARD'S LINIMENT, and it waa as well aa ever next day. Your very truly. T. G. McMULLLEN. 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Whittaker, J, Stevens, Shoreacres; J, D. Moore, Kaslo; A. Sutherland, city; J, Mclntyre, Brantford, *- Ldreview Hotel Con »r Hall and Vernon Kraal B. L. GRIFFITH, Prop. * wo blocks from city wfcart, Ibe beat dollar a day fcoaaa * .-el boo. AU White Help. LAKEV1EW-J. N. McLeod, city; Ueorge JesBle, Kaslo. CLUB-T. Bennett, city; A. Detckett, Pop.ar: J. Welsh, Fernie; Q. MoGee, Hob- son; M. Browt), Proctor. AT THE THEATRES. The sale of seats is open for "The Royal Chef," the big musical comedy success whieh comes to the Nelson opera limine on Monday evening next. Interest In this event has steadily increased since the announcement was lirst made that the fmn- oub show was -coining, and prepai atlons have been mude to handle the rush which Is expectei(*at the box office. It ls known that this city is to hove the original hig company which has been identified with the remarkable success of the piece, and that the vast production gotten up for the New York and Chicago run will be brought here Intact. This is said to he unusually massive aud extiemely beautiful, exceeding everything of a similar kind which has been offered in this countiy. There Is no doubt whatever of the extraordinary popularity ot "The Royal Chef," Inasmuch as It Is known to have drawn enormous audiences all over the country during the past three seasons, 'inere Is always conspicuous merit ln a performance which makes such a record and this musical show may safely be anticipated as an entertainment of the most wholesome, enjoyable and merit oi ions character. There is reason to believe there will bet nn extraordinary, large sale before the doors open Monday night. Snowle Maybell, with a new bunch of songs and stories; Juhiisz, "the nearly great," with a lot of new tricks and comedy, and Harvey and Haynes, in a lot of new songs, and Ben Hsu-vey's ragtime piano playing and dancing pleased another large audience at the Gbm theatre last night. This program and a complete change of pictures will be put on again tonight. In the dramatization of "St. Elmo" an effort haa been made to retain, so far as poslble, the Individuality of the authoress, Aguatas J. Evans, the talented southern woman. The part of -St Elmo is played by Charles Gunn, who has a magnificent physique, in addition to admii-ahle acting qualities, and ls especially Htte-l for tiie part for that reason. Gerda Nelson, well known In both Europe and America as a protege of Ada Rehan, and a descendant of the famous Nelson of Trafalgar fame, appear.-* as Edna, * An unusually strong program will be on at the Empire theatre tonlglit. "Queen or the -Ranch" is a splendid western picture. "The Bridegroom's Joke," a laughable comic. "The Aero Club Meet at the St. Louis Centennial Exposition," an Interesting scenic picture ot all styles of dirigible balloons, and "The Prodigal Son," a splendid portrayal of the biblical story, beautifully colored. Plan for "The 'Royal Chef opens at the Poole Drug company's this morning. UNITED 8TATES WILL HAVE NAVAL RESERVE WASHINGTON, April 7—Senator Perkins Introduced a hill today autborl-zing the secretary of the navy ito create a naval reserve iter enrolling citizens who are not more than 40 years old. The reserves will nerve In the navy at the call ot the president, being enrolled Cor Are yeans, hut with tbe privilege ot resigning at any time except tn time of ISSUE JOINED (Continued from First. Page.). - Starkey stated that though the rates on particular properties had changed when buildings had been improved or replaced, the general rate had not been changed for a long period of years. One Case of Reduction. Mr. Ross stated that the rate on dwellings hnd been reduced from $1 to 75 cents, by the Underwriters association, on his recommendation, and that this reduction also extended to farm property, 'which was the lowest on the Pacific coast. The underwriters had made this reduction without any agitation on the part ot the public. To Commissioner Erskine he said lt was not a case ot following the lead of the United States companies, the British Columbia underwriters made •the move Independently. To Commissioner Lennie he said he had recommended the reduction because he found they were making money out of the previous rate, and believed that it could in fairness be reduced. No demand had heen made for it. American Comparison. A letter was placed in evidence by Mr. Starkey, by James Johnstone of Nelson, who wrote'that when living In West Virginia he had been charged $10 per $1000 by a certain company, which In British Columbia charged him $20. No further details were given, but Mr. Starkey said Mr. Johnstone told him the British Columbia risk was a much better one ln every way. Mr. Gtlles asked what the taxes were in West Virginia, Commissioner Lennie said that the information the commission had was that taxation and all other conditions were much more favorable ln British Columbia, for the insurance companies, than in any ot the states. Mr. Starkey said he had only just learned from Mayor Selous that the insurance companies paid no tax In Nelson, except $5 every six months. He had supposed they paid $100 a year. Municipal Taxation. Commissioner Lennie—Do the underwriters make a lower rate for Nelson on account of not being taxed here? Mr. Ross replied that in the case of every tax laid upon the Insurance companies, they "loaded" the rate to get the money back. The rates of course had to 'bear the expense of operation. It was a straight business proposition. Mr. Starkey—That ls why we want to regulate these gentlemen. If a city wants to build a sidewalk, they should not he able to escape taxation by that device. Commissioner .Lennie said that the evidence given before the commission at the coast was to the effect that if a permanent commission was appointed, to which insurers could appeal from the rates exacted by the Insurance companies, there was no way (that the companies could be compelled to accept business at the rates the commission might fix. Mr. Starkey held that ir the government could regulate the railways by a commission, lt could regulate Ithe hisuran-tte. compamltest To this, Commissioner Lennie pointed out that that was for the Dominion. Commissioner Macdowall pointed out that in the case of the railways, it was easy to enforce the orders of a commission, because the property of the railways could be seized. But the headquarters of many of the insurance com- , panles were in England. Commissioner Lennie wished to discover when there bad last been an adjustment of the general rate In Nelson, and desired information about the K, W. C. block, as a representative build- ling. T. D. Stark, the agent, agreed to have the Information ready for today's session. Mayor on Stand. Harold Selous, mayor of Nelson, then took the stand, in opposition to some of the features of the proposed i Insurance bill. Mayor Selous thought he represented the unanimous sentiment of the citizens, In objecting to any reduction of competition In fire insurance, competition being the only safeguard that the. people had. He also objected to any limitation of the present power of the municipalities to tax insurance companies. He strongly approved of the proposal for a commission or bureau with power to look Into insuurance matters, though recognizing there were dlfftcltles in the way of a' commission modelled after the railway commission. Mayor Selous said he knew of no town ln the province that had such a good water pressuure and general protection against fire, as Nelson. He asked how many towns had alternative water supplies. The small fire loss was almost wholly due to the excellence of the flre protection. Some buildings had burned to the ground, without setting fire to adjacent buildings but 15 or 20 inches distant in 20 years, no fire had ever been communicated from a burning building to another building, In Nelson. ' Nelson's Immunity. He gave an estimate which he had carefully compiled, of the amount annually paid In premiums on property in Nelson, placing the amount at from $50,000 to $60,000. The flre losses ln Nelson for the past nine years totalled $85,134, made up as follows: 1901, $1,- 307; 1902, $3218: 1903, $20,669; 1904, $12,3 CO Seasonable Sale OF Stylish Raincoats These raincoats are decidedly superior In style and quality and are suitable for dry or wet weather. We are ottering them at big reductions, the truth being we are overstocked and we [want to reduce the number to more reasonable proportions. There's a big sto'ck to choose from. We feel sure you've just to try one on t0 want It. $17.50 and $18.50 Cravenette Raincoats $13.50 $25.00 Cravenette Raincoats $19.50 $25.00 and $27.00 Rubberized Silk Coats $17.50 $30.00 Rubberized Moire Silk Coats.... $22.50 MEAGHER ®> CO PROGRAM FRUIT-GROWING MEETINGS IN THE KOOTENAYS Nakusp, April 9 2:00 p.m.—Spraying demonstration, R. M. Winslow. 4:00 p.m.—Pruning and planting demonstration, M. S. Middle- > ton. 8:00 p.m.—Leoture, W. W, Scott, deputy minister of agriculture; J. C. Metcalfe, markets commisloner. THESE SPEAKERS WILL BE ASSISTED BY LOCAL MEN. certain companies that had claimed that connection. Exempt Provincial Companies. Mr. Giles took the stand, and outlined the case for the underwriters, in support of the proposed insurance bill. He thought the provision for depositing a stated sum with the provincial treasury should not be applied to companies with provincial charters, which had all their assets in tills province, which surely were ample security for the risks carried. Commissioner Erskine—Do you object to the amount of tlie deposit? Mr. Giles—We object to any deposit. To Commissioner Lennie, Mr. Giles said he conceived the object of a deposit, to be, to protect the policy holders ln case of the failure of the company to meet Its obligations. Commissioner Lennle—Is not the oi ject to enable the government to effect re-Insurance of the risk. Although In recent-acts of incorporation in British Columbia, the amount of the deposit was left to the discretion of the governor-ln-councll, Commissioner Lennle said the practice was to require $15,000. Mr. Giles said Manitoba -"--required $5000, and the Dominion $50,000. The value of these deposits as security was open to question, he thought, as tbey had no relation to the business done. They would ibe small protection in the case of a company doing a very large business. On the other hand, one or two instances were known of companies being wrecked by the deposit they were required to make. Standard of Capital. 'Another point discussed by Mr. Giles was the placing of a standard for capitalization, and the amount ot paid-up capital required, before a company could do business. He thought that not less than $25,000 in paid-up capital ought to be required of a new company and a subscribed capital of from $125,000 to $150,000. A company operating on this capital was safe so long as it accepted only reasonable risks, and isolated them. On that basis, the larger business It did, the safer it was. He also gave his views on re-insurance, particularly with reference to the commission it is customary to allow. ln concluding his testimony, Mr. Giles stated that all charges laid upon Insurance companies had eventually to ] come out of the pockets of the policy- holders, as the rates had to bear all expenses. Anything tending toward a ; reduction of premiums was advisable, and anything tending to raise them was inadvisable. He suggested rellev- j ing the insurance companies of muni- j clpal taxation. The final session of the commission will open this morning at 10:30 o'clock. G. O. Buchanan, of Kaslo, former president of tiie Associated Boards of Trude of Eastern British Columbia, J will be one ot the witnesses. PRICE SEEMS HIGH IN NEW YORK , CHICAGO, April 7—Chickens sold at 19 cents per pound on the South Water i street market today. This Is the highest price ever reached here in the history of the trade. 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It Is certain that they have been Important persons In the latter county since there were any records at all, and the peerages In giving the lineage of the Earl of Lonsdale, the head of the house, record the fact tbat a baronetcy was bestowed in 1G40 on Sir John Lowther,,M. P., for Westmoreland who was the thirtieth knight of the family In almost direct succession. Hts eon waB raised to the ireerage. . Mr. Lowther is a first cousin of the present Lord Lonsdale, whose name Is known all the world over as that of a famous sportsman. Mr. Lowther himself Is something of a sportsman, hut he has found time to win academic honors as well. At Cambridge he took honors in both classics and law, and he was called to the bar in 1879, although he has never found lt necessary to -practice. In 1883 he entered parliament, devoting himself to public life as so many English gentlemen do from a "sense of duty alone. Lowther a Unionist. Mr. Lowther is a Unionist, but he has been re-elected to his high office twice by a Liberal parliament, it is a tradition of parliament that a speaker once elected remains in oHIce until he dies or retires. As a rule he retires and receives a peerage and a hand- som pension. Only once has a -speak- er once chosen heen defeated for reelection. That was in .1835 when Manners Sutton had shown himself so much of a partisan that the Liberals refused to grant him another term of office. The office of speaker of tbe British house of commons is a very different one from that of speaker of the American house of representatives. In the United States the speaker is frankly a partlzan, but in England he sinks all his party feelings as soon as he ascends the speaker's chair. In spite of his title "Mr. Speaker" never speaks and never votes. In the event of a tie he would 'have a casting vote, but would be expected to exercise lt in favor of maintaining the status quo. His title is derived from the fact that the command from the king calling on his "faithful commons" to choose "a discreet, wise and learned man" specifies that he shall be their spokesman in dealing with their sovereign. Nowadays that duty Is undertaken by the prime ministry. The present speaker has distinguished himself as a discreet, wise and learned man and also as the possessor of a saving sense of humor. He is always to be relied on to pour oil on troubled waters, and he has tided over many a difficult situation by a kindly Joke which put two politicians who were ready to fly at each other's throat In good temper. SPORTING NEWS Powtil Gets Decision Over George Memsic—Roller Is Victor. OAKLAND, April 7.—Lew Powell, ot San Francisco, was given the decision last night over George Memsic, at Los Angeles at the end of a fifteen round fight. Powell had Memsic going from the first found but was unable to put him out. Prix Grand Master PARIS, April 7—The Prix Grand Master, run at Aueteuil today was won by Eugene Fiscofs Salomon. Turk Defeated. ST. JOSEPH April 7.—Roller won here last night from Hamld Kalapaslia a Turk, both falls resulting from scissors holds on the body. The time was 21 minutes and 82 seconds and 14 minutes and four seconds. Counted Out Again PHILADELPHIA, y-Y'pril 7—-Battling Nelson, the pugilist, today lost another ■decision, when a Jury in the United States circuit court decided against him in a suit he bod brought tor $10,000 •damages against a local hotel for refusing him accommodation. The Jury took three minutes ;to co'int Nelson out. Weston Still Going Strong. GOSHEN, April 7.—Edward Payson Weston reached Goshen at 10:20 this morning after spending the night in South Bend. Twelve miles east of Goshen, Weston met Jack Eldrldge, who is walking from Boston to San Francisco. The greeting between the men was cordial and Eldrldge walked back a mile with Weston. Eldrldge has no attendant and carries no baggage, while Weston Ib equipped with an automobile and trainer. He is fourteen days ahead of his schedule. Ball Team In Wreck LOUISVILLE, Ky., April 7—Again a railroad wreck which more than once this spring has interfered wtth the baseball training, overtook a major league team today, the -players in this case 'being the second division of the Boston Nationals, piloted hy John J.'Dovey. At Saxton, Ky.. the L. & N. train on which the team was en route from Knoxvllle, Terni,, -t0 Louisville, ran into an open switch. None of the players or other passengers, according to the reports received here, were hurt, but engineer William Rudolph was killed and the fireman and express messenger injured. Lacrosse Guide. Noticing the general revival in the Canadian National game, a certain firm down in Montreal has undertaken to publish an All-Canadian Lacrosse guide, the edition of which is under the direct supervision of Clarry McKerrow, of the Montreal Lacrosse club. It will be devoted to amateur as well as professional interests, and will contain rules and regulations of all the important leagues, together with a number of photos, pointers, etc. To date the only book edited has been an American publication, which was of little use to Canadian clubs. Coast Lacrosse. Jack Maboney is mentioned as the manager of the New Westminster team for the season of 1910, provided Aid. Charlie Welsh stands by bis decision, to filve up the position. The executive has about decided to offer the position to Mr. Mahoney, who was field captain of the team for many years, and who acted in that capacity when the champions made a clean-up of all the teams In the east in 1900. The New Westminster club's executive will hold a special meeting this afternoon to discuss a number of important matters. Arrangements will be made to get the players out to practice the latter part of the week, while the champs will also talk over the schedule again. They can'-t get lt through their heads that It's going to help the game by playing more championship matches. The New Westminster Columbian says that it's pretty certain that "Newsy" Lalonde will not come hack to Vancouver, or, If he does, that he will not stay the whole season. The Columbian also says that the mandate has .gone forth from the camp of the Salmon Bellies that in the event of Lalonde playing on the Vancouver team Tommy Gifford will ibe given his Instructions to check Lalonde, regardless of what position the former Cornwall man plays. LORD KITCHENER NOW. IN 8AN FRANCISCO On His Return to England After Tour of Inspection in Australia—He Travels Incognito SAN FRANCISCO, April 7—Lord Kitchener, commander ln chief ot the Brit ish forces of the Mediterranean which ale0 includes the far east, arrived last night on the steamer Mariposa from Tahiti. He has been making a tour of Inspection In Australia and Is on his way t0 England. In a communication to the British consul general, Lord Kitchener expressed the desire to be received here as a private citizen and that no public reception be accorded him. ■The customs officials iwiu pass his baggage tomorrow: without examination, upon orders from Washington that every courtesy he extended to the distinguished British general). . NEW YORK BROKER 18 NOW BARONET inherits Title on Death of Sir William Elliott—Descendant of Robert Bruce NBW YORK, April 7—-The World today says Arthur Boswell Elliott, for years James R. Keene's confidential ■manager in Wall Street, and now a member of a stock exchange firm received word today that he bad come Into the title of -baronet through the ■ BUSINESS DIRECTORY AUCTIONEER! CHAJ3. A. WATERMAN & CO.-P.O. Bw PUBLISHERS AND PRINTERS NEWS PUBLISHNG COMPANY, LTD.- Publtshera of The Dally News; eubgcrio- tlon |ti.00 per year by carrier* $6.00 per year hy mail. Commercial Job Printing of »'l kinds neatly and promptly executed. 216 Baker street, Nelson, B. C, Phone 144, HAIRDRESSING AND MANICURING MME. KATHLEEN NOAH, HAIRDHE8S- ing and manicuring parlors. Room 38, K. W. C. block. COLLECTION AGENC.'IS. W. CUTLER-COLLECTIONS OF ALL kinds. Returns promptly made. References given. Office M -Baker street, Nelson, B. C. BOOKBINDING AND RULING NEWS PUBLISHING COMPANY, LTP.- AU kinds of office forms ruled and punched for loose leaf binders. The muat complete book binding equipment in the interior ot Britisli Columbia. 216 Baker St., Nelson, B.C., P. O. drawer 1119, Phone 1«. ASSAYERS B. W. WIDDOWSON. ASSAYER (PRO- vlnclal) Metallugical Chemist. Charges, Gold, Silver, Copper or Lead, 11 each; Gold-Silver, (1.60; Silver-Lead, $1.60; Zinc. $2; SUver-Lead-ZLnc, (3; Gold, Silver-Copper or Lead, $2.50. /ccurate assnya; careful sampling, and prenpt attention. P.O. Box AB08, Nelson, B. C. ASSAYERS' SUPPLIES THB B. C. ASSAY AND CHEMICAL SUPPLY COMPANY, LIMITED, Vancouver, B,. C, Aeaayers' Supplies, Chemical end Physical Apparatus, Balances and Weights of precision, etc. Sole Agents in British Columbia (or the Morgan Crucible Company, London, England; P. W. Braun, Los Angeles; the Braun-Knecht-Heimann Company, Ban Francisco; tbe J. T. Baker Chemical company's Analysed C.P. Acids and Chemicals; Way's Pocket Smelters: write for pamphlet describing these smelters. Complete assay outfits furnished at short notice. jraWjESALEHOIISEB PRODUCE STARKEY & CO., WHOLESALE DEAL- ers in Butter, Eggs, Cheese, produce and Fruit. Houston Block, Josephine street, 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, Eggs, Cheese and Packing House Products. Office and warehouse, corner of Front and Hall Streets. P. O. Box 1096. Telephone MINERS' FURNISHINGS A. MACDONALD * CO.-WHOLESALB Jobbers In Blankets, Underwear, Mitts, Gloves, Boots, Rubbers, Overalls, Jumpers, Mackinaws and Oilskin Clothing, Camp and Miners' Sundries. Office and Warehouse, corner it Front and Hall streets. P. O. Box 1096, 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 OBSTETRICS. MRS. KENNY will be pleased to receive maternity patients at her home. Excellent testimonials. 221 Observatory street. P. O. Box 173, telephone AW. MISCELLANEOUS MOTOR BOAT SUPPLIES-E. D, Messenger Co P- O. Box 172, Nelson. B. C. WE ' HAVE BEEN SELLING BOATS, Paddling and Motor Canoes on the Kootenay lake for 13 years. Guarantee satisfaction or money refunded. We nave only once been called on ln that time to make good, which was cheerfully done by replacing a faulty engine. We are selling 76 ner cent of the above crafts used In the Kootenay distract. Lindsay Launch ft Boat Comppny. limited. 2w-*— Notice of Application for Transfer of Liquor License* To Alt Whom it May Concern: Take notice that we, Mitchell Taite and George Coleman, of the town of Ymir, in the province of British Columbia, intend to applir to the Chief of Provincial Police, .10 daya after the date hereof, for the transfePof license held by Mitchell Taite, of tho'Palace hotel, Ymir, to George Coleman, of the Waldorf hotel, Ymir. Dated at Ymir, B. C, this 31st day of Marcli. 1310. MITCHELL TAITE, GEORGE S. COLEMAN. l-MO-30 davs. TRANSFER OF LIQUOR LICENSE. To all whom it may concern, notice is hereby given that 30 days after date E. Ferguson & Co,, wholsesaln liquor Merchants, 612 Vernon street, Nelson, B.G., will make application to the Liquor License Commissioners at their next meeting for permission to transfer thsir Trader's License and Bottle License held in respect of the Bald premises to William Robertson Thomson, of Nelson, B.C, Dated nt Nelson, B.C., thie 21st day of March, 1910. 2S7-26.- B. FERGUSON ft CO. death of his uncle, Sir William Elliott ofl' Stobes Castle. Sir Arthur has heen prominent in Wall Street for the last 15 years. He came to this country from England 20 years ago nnd became associated with the brokerage firm of which Mr. Keene was tihe head. Sir William Elliott was the eighth baronet. He was related to Lord Minto. The title dates back to 1661 and the present Sir Arthur Elliott is a direct descendant of Robert Bruce. The family is one of the oldest in England. DYNAMITE CARGO EXPLODES TOKIO, April 7 — A lighter loaded with dynamite in ithe harbor of Kobe caught fire today, -causing an explosion that killed three persons, -wrecked many houses on the waterfront and caused a' monetary loss of $260,000. Diarrhoea should be cured without loss of time and by medicine which like Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy not only cures promptly but produces no unpleasant after effects. It never fells end Is pleasant and *»«** to take. Sold by all druggigti and dealers. . —On Getting Next to Live Business Chances The people who forge ahead are the ones that range their eat to the sound ef chances-and act upon them. The Want Ads in this paper reflect the wants and opportunities of thousands. A daily watch upon them haa meant dollars of profit to scores. These UtUe Want Ads are the logical workers to hunt for any proposition for you. The coat ia never but a few centa. Vst them. You are sure to learn something of money value if you— Read and Answer Today's Want Ads. FOR SALE FOR SALE—a sub-division of excellent fruit lend in the famous Kaslo district, in 6 or 10 acre blocks. Abundance of water, close to railroad and steamboat landing, navigation the entire year. Fins hunting, Ashing and wonderful scenery. Direct from locator to purchaser. See or write H, L. Llndsey, Llndsey Boat House, Nelson, B. C. 206-tf. FOR SALE—Hatching eggs, from Buff Orpingtons, S. C. Buff LeghornB, White Wyandottes, S. C. Black Minorcas. Bred to lay; fed for high fertility. J1.60 per 13. C. L. Gammer, Williams Siding, B. C. 271-lm. FOR SALE-A few thoroughbred White S. C. Leghorn and Black S. C. Orpington cockerels, 13 each. AIbo setting eggs at 31.50 for 16. Robert Hendricks, Kaslo, B.C. 273-tf. FOR SALE-Eggs for hatching, from Red- wins heavy winter laying Btrain of B.P. Rocks, and S. C. Rhode Island Reds, W.6U per 16, tS per 100. A guarantee of 76 per cent fertility with each shipment. BtOoK birds always on sale. T. Roynon, Somerset Poultry Yards, Selwyn St., Nelson, B.C. aci"ai FOR SALE—Pekin duck eggs, pure bred. J1.60 per Betting. Phone No. 322, Poat- offLce box 60S. SBO-tf. FOR SALE-Strawberry Runners, Royal Sovereign, and Oivons Late, $10 and H'i per 1,000. N. Merry, Harrop. 292-tf. FOR SALE-Strawberry Runners—Royal Sovereign, and Glvons Late, 110 and IU per 1,000. Perpetual, GO cents per dozen. G. Hallett, Harrop, B.C. m-lt. FOR SALE—Cuthbert Raspberry Canes, $3 per 100; Magoon plants, IS per 1,000. Cash f.o.b. WUHam Linton, Gray's Creek, B.C. 202-12 FOR SALE-Strong young Cuthbert raspberry canes, $2 per hundred; cash with order. John E. Houghton, Crawford Bay, B.C. 2M-12 FOR SALE-Eggs for hatching, R.' C. Rhode Island Reds, S. O. Buff Leghorns, Butt Orphlngtons, |i per 13. One Chatham Incubator; one Globe brooder, 175 capacity, cheap. Mrs. J. Fred Hume, Nelson, B.C. BMi-tr. FOR SALB-Launeli, 27 feet 6 inches long; seating capacity for 20; speed. 0 miles an hour. Twin cylinder, 8 horflepower. Price 9525. Apply J. H. Matheson, C06 Baker St, or A. Milton. Mirror Lake. 299-tf. FOR SALE—Large refrigerator, 6-drawer chiffonier, 6 chairs, dining table, two carpets, iron bed, spring, dresser and wash- stand, and large heating Btove. Apply, Room 7, West block, afternoons. 299-tf. FOR BALE—Ideal location for fruit and poultry ranch on West Arm, 1% miles from Nelson, containing 7% acres level land, with unlimited range for poultry adjoining. The property has a beautiful lake frontage and adjoins a good creek, which is never dry. Part of the land has been cleared, balance very easy clearing. For further information apply P. O. Box BB7, Nelson, B.C. FOR SALE-260 apple trees, Wagner and Gravenstlen. Strong low wagon, cheap. Peterboro xowboat. Would buy strong one- horse dumpcart. W. H. McWhinney, Kootenay Bay. '-'**-i! FRUIT LAND—Don't overlook climate. For climatic reasons land with "main" Kootenay lake frontage has highest productive value; yet, owing to comparative newness, Rrices are only one-half, quarter, or even tss, than others nearby. Kootenay lake ?-roper never freezes. Longer immunity rom frost. Peaches ripen readily. Superior flshing and transportation. Take mornln-g or evening boat from Nelson to Kootenay Bay, or write Langford Land Company, Kootenay,Bay, B.C. 299-tf. FOR SALE-Typewriter, Smith Premier; in good condition. Apply T. G. Procter, Room- io, K.W.C. Block. WL-a FOR SALE—Pure bred White Leghorn FOR SALE—Clark's seedling strawberry plants from unfruited stock, IA per thousand, s. Y. Brockman, New Denver. 301-9 FOR SALE-Eggs, from thoroughbred Martin and Duston strains, Silver Laced Wyandottes, S.C. Rhode Island Reds, E. B. Thompson's Ringlet Barred Rocks; $1.60 per 15. One pen Shoemaker & Hummel! strains, One pen Barnes & Arnold strains; S.C. Buff Leghorns, $2 per 15. Special rates on larger quantities. R. R. Shrum, Ymir Poultrv Yards, Ymir, B.C. 301-ai FOR SALE—New piano. Apply P.O. Box 110&, -301-tf. FOR SALEr-Clieap, one child's iron cot, full size; nnd one bone-cutter, Apply, "A". IP. O. Box 188 or phone F66. 'iuti-ti HOUSE AND SIGN PAINTERS. HARTMAN ft BENNETT, bouse and sign painters, paper hangers and decorators. Shop, Stanley St., next door to B. C. Tplffnbono nfflpe. Ne-lnon, B. C PRIVATE MATERNITY HOME NICE LOCALITY AND HOKE COM. forts. For terms and particulars write P. O. Box 7<-3, Nelson, B. C. NOTICE TO SHIPPERS OP LEAD ORES. I am Instructed by the Deputy Minister of Trade and Commerce, that In view of the expiry of the fiscal year, on 31st March next, that all claims for bounties due to that date, must be sent In immediately thereafter, and that the final or 40 per cent claims must be all forwarded to reach the Department not later then the 16th day of April next at the latest. Information and forma can be obtained by application at my office in Kaslo, or when bo intimated through The Dally News, at the Strathcona notel. Nelson. G. O. BUCHANAN, Supervisor of Lead Bounties. HELP WANTED NELSON EMPLOYMENT AGENCY C. F. Hutton. Manager WANTED—Sawyers, circular saw filer, pole, bolt and post cutters, setter, planerman, lath mill man (contract), river driver, man to teed Jack ladder, man for farm. Help of all Kinds Promptly Furnished THE WORKINGMEN'S EMPLOYMENT AND REAL ESTATE AGENCY. WANTED—Third class engineer, teamsters, •sawyers, swampers, laborers, tie, pile and post makers, by day or contract; ganger, roller men, book men, cut-oil man, slab- tenders, woman cook, 4 waitresses, cham bermald, boy for delivery wagon countrj store: boy for ranch, near town; girls for families, ranch teamster, lumber pll-ar, 14; axeman for dam building, $3. THESE WANT WORK-Planer foreman, edgerman, band sawyers, band and circular saw filers; woman house cleaning by Uie day; woman as cook, husband as cookee. cated, doing nice business; choice city property. Also some very choice tracts of fruit, stock and farm lands, at bottom prices. FOR RENT — Furnished housekeeping rooms, and pleasant, sunny sleeping rooms. FOR SALE—A pair heavy horses, used to logging and ranch work. W. Parker, 312 Baker Street, Phone 263. WANTED-MISCELLANEOUt WANTED-Men and wonwa io learn barber trade hi eight weeks: tools free; aecured over 10,000 positions for graduates last year; uuable to supply the demand; graduates earn Ml to m weekly; Catalogue free. Molar System Colleges, 401 Front Ave., Spokane. Wash. WANTED-Anyorte requiring1 flWt ctfaa carpenters, communicate with secretary A.S. of C. and J., P.O. Box 1006. 259-52 WANTED—Dressmaking and lames' tailoring; also go out by day. Address, Miss Cookson, moved to 201 Silica St, 281-lm. WANTED—A young girl to assist with light housework. Apply 313Vi Baker street, between 9 and 2. 284-tf, WANTED-Anyone wanting first class carpenters, communicate with the United Brotherhood. Box 202. 271tf, -WANTED-Experienced girl for restaurant, wages (30 per month. Apply Windsor hotel, Revelstoke, B, C. 291-10 WANTED—Situation as engineer, 3rd class papers; mine or sawmill, compressors, hoists, etc. P. O. Box 593, Nelson, B. C. WANTED—A good smart boy to deliver parcels and other work In dry goods store. Apply in writing to Box 1080, city. mm*.- * • 301-tf. WANTED—Governess or tutor wanted ln private family. Address, J., Dally News. 801-3 WANTED—To buy a good work horse that will work double or single. Apply W. Hancock, Nelson Brick Works. 302-tf. WANTED—Man uir general farm work. Steady man for right job. Apply, C. P. McHardy, Slocan Junction Postoffice, 23B-B WANTED—Grocery manager wanted for Co-Operative store. State experience and salary. Address P. O. Box 927, Nelson, B. C. a-ML WANTED—Girl for oftice work, beginner; state salary required, B. C, Dally News. 3U2-6 FOR RENT FOR RENT—At reasonable figure, dining room and 30 rooms, with parlor, all wen furnished. Apply Astor hotel, Rossland, B.C. -270-tf. FOR RENT-At Y.M.C.A., flrst class rooms for young men. Application can be made to Mr. George H. Playle, Mara Block. Bt«-ai FOR RENT-NIcely furnished rooms, with every convenience; table board if required. Very central. 614 Victoria St. IBM FOR RENT—Comfortable room; every convenience) use of piano; board If desired; central. 618 Victoria St. TO RENT—A large room on tbe middle fiat of the Oddfellows1 hall, 28-x 14 feet; well lighted. Apply to R. L. Douglass, trustee. 298-12 FOR BENT—Five-room cottage, two lots, fruit, water, light, prettiest view point in Nelson; 110 per month. Hastings (British Columbia) Exploration Syndicate, Phone 26. 298-6 FOR RENT-Small furnished house to rent, with piano.. Apply, 1007 Water St. FOR SALE—A good heavy welt broken work ox, or exchange for strong quiet horse. Apply, A. Cameron, Proctor. 298-6 FOR RENT—Furnished rooms. 607 Silica St. 2W-6 FOR RENT-NIcely furnished front room In private family; central location; no children. 17 per month, .Apply, P. O. Box 466. 299-6 BOARDING HOUSE TO RENT—The LakO Shore boarding house, partially furnished, 30 bedrooms. The biggest and best In Moyie, B.C, Possession April 10. Apply to F. J. Smyth, Moyle, B.C. . 301-5 LOST LOST—On Tuesday afternoon child's-purse .containing small sum of money. Please leave at Daily News office. 296-tf. Read Daily News Want Ads HOTEL DIRECTORY THE 0ITICE w«Jst£Nds«i We have just-taken out ot bond a eon- •Wnownt of tbe celebrated PERFECTION SCOTCH.WHISKEY. We Import IKS Scotch whiskey direct from Edlnborough. Scotland. Guaranteed 20 year. old. . We nerve nothing but the beat wlnea, liquors and cigars. YOUNG & BOYD, Proprietors Silver King Hotel Baktr Strut, Nelson, B.C. 1 Regular Boarders, |6.00 per week ' Rates: $1.25 per day ■eat 25 Cent Meal in the City WM. NEUENDORF, Prop. Nelson Hotel Bar ■•ker Street, Neleon, B.C. 1-1 INK WARD, Prop.. Try a "OIN RICKEY" Marie from California Limes, specially ' imported For a cool, satisfying smoke Try a Savannah Cigar Kootenay Hotel MRS. MALLETTE, Proprietress A home for everybody. Erery convenience given to the travelling public Electric piano. Cuisine unexcelled Ratea ll per day. Sherbrooke House - Nelson, B.C, One minute's walk from O.P.R. station. Cuisine unexcelled; well heated and ventilated. BOYER BROS., Proprietors Empire Hotel (Late Sunnyslde.) i Baker Street, Nelson, B.C. The house is thoroughly remodelled throughout, clean rooms. Weekly boarders, $6.00. Rates 11,00 per day up. Temberance house! home oomforU-i best cook in the ctty. MRS. 4. E. HARRIS, Proprietress. Athabasca Saloon Cor. Bsker and Kootenay Sta, Noted house tor Big Beer. Best brands ot Wines and Liquors and Union Cigars in stock. IVENS * PHILBERT, Props. CLUB HOTEL Cor. Stanley and Silica Sts. N«Wr furnished, renovated through- "J'*™?16 **** dolIai* <• 0°-/ bouse west of Winnipeg. Big schooner Ibeer or bale and half 10 centa. steady board- whli he' W6*k "* '* PW maaL *"' JOHN GRANT, Prop. Bartlett House S. W. Bartlett, prop. 1 The best »1.00 a day house in town. ' A Miner's Home Hotel Castlegar CASTLEGAR JUNCTION AU modern. Well heated. Best aa. commodatlon for travelers! ,_ w* H. Gage, Prop. j (•formerly 0. p.'b. Agent) ROSSLAND ~ S-cS^Turo'per'^AreHcSrnTj? Commercial trivelienT wm oSS RXS' comlnrtable sample rsma. - S5J, J**l!"> PHOENIX — SK PROOKLT-N, PHOENIX B C-. few SS, 3-ffi*? „>«•• ]&&& room. l„ the Bnundarv. Bith r£i£*l* ' ^^*^____i^i ARROWHEAD KfeH^P*^ GRAND FORKS, B.C. . " PB°CINSB,hH0TBL* (H-AN<> FORKS,. Bslrrv-^^ SS i!X ',". •.B *■""*- f"***l*ed throoiht fhl JSJ •V*} M"» ttre ■groat hotel to tne city, m. Larsen. proprietor. COMAPLIX QUBEN-B HOTEL, COMAPLIX B O „ Sieir™IM,'/r°Bl,B"" of »taee,li«uor; and cigars. Travel ers to Fl«h Creik iiiri Sw^SSS. "*W**°-"ooXi a?" 52 taSllun.8??1?.". J""1* 'or commercial ss-Koayji* * om "*• ■*■ ******* YMIR :—- _m3Smmlm*a T?-«RS53 Hon J B Hrwtin., Pm^i-lt MORTGAGE SALE OF KOOTENAY FRUIT >.AND3 »JrLHae^JbS ***"** contained In a mort- ll-JJl,?■ fS.,can 5? '""Pected at the Lan« Raelatry omce, NeUon, B.C. (regr.teroa SSL „."' **!areh. 1«B, No. 32I01D), and & ffiy .' "X1"0" wl|l be produced at the time of sale, there will be sold at Publla Auction at the Courthouse, Nelson, B. (J., !? Wednesaay, the ath day ot April, 1810. r ;r. P'm'. the following landa Bltuate- In West Kootenay District, British Columbia- Lots stB9, 8M7, and SOU, Group *, containing respectively 160, 480 and WO acres. All * said lands are on or in the vicinity or Snow Creek, on the east aide of Lower Arrow Lake, about tour mile, from tha mouth of the said creek. Full particulars and. terms of sate can. be had on application to the undersigned. Dated at Nelson, B.C., this 18th day or March, A.D. UIO. LENNIE A WKAOOE, ■. .Solicitors for the -dortgaaee. MOTOR BOATS designed. Build, sell, Mchange and*Wrant Motor Boats. Knock down frames tor tha- amaleur. Remember our woriun.o.blt> and guarantee whjn comparing prices. K. Henry, Nelson. B.C. smsm MMI *■ FRIDAY ..;............ APRILS. a_** fllhtfh-i WkmfassL **aar**W^^ ' ***r^**m9^**M *****r*W**m^*r^^*f HOT HOUSE LfeTTUCE AT 30c per lb. Joy's Gash Grocery Joy Will Meet You at the Door Doner 01 Josephine and Mill Streets. P. O. But 037 Telephone It We can attend to your PL,UMB1NQ promptly and well B. 0. Plumbing ft Heating Co. Victoria street, near Opera noose. Telephone 1S1. BEST EQUIPPED UNDERTAKING AND EMBALMING PARLORS IN THB KOOTENAY. R. S. BRERETON, UNDERTAKER. _ Nllht Phone aa. Day Phone 86 Standard Furniture Co. NELSON, B.C. Carpet Cleaning Beating carpets by band spoils tbe texture ana does not remove the dirt. > Our up-to-date Bteam Cleaning -Process removes all the Impurities and restores tbe goods to original colors, . Work called for and delivered promptly. Clothes of all klnda cleaned, renovated, dyed and repaired. • ■ , „ ._ Gents' Suits Cleaned and Pressed, 75c to nii& Skirts Cleaned, tl; — * "'-i to BOc uBuieB „„.,«, ^.., „, .; Dyed, |2. oTo'ves ClMiwdr^'to'BiSc. . , ,_ Special rates tor hotels, restaurants ana aUamera, - Nelson Steam Laundry ■Bl-«iS VERNON BTREET. Telephone IM " l P. NWOU, Prop. FOR SALrE AT AlBAROAIN One'One Horsepower Rotor OoelHalf Horsepower Motor Can be inspected at any time. Apply THE DAILY NEWS Nelson, B.C. GREST0N,B.C Hae 90,000 acres ot the FINEST FRUIT LAND IN AMERICA without exception. The most per. teet climate, location; Junction Q.N.. railway and C.P.R. main line, southern B.C. Large and email Mocks, subdivisions. R. LAMONT Fruit Lands Creston, B.C. TO INVESTORS ' If you want a euro Investment and one tbat will stand the closest Inspection write The Overland Financiers, Limited. Vancouver, B.C. 1 PROFESSIONAL CARDS ■V O.Qieen. F. P. Burden. A. H. Green Green Brothers & Burden CIVIL BNQINBKRS Dominion and British, Columbia Lend Surveyor! P. O. Box 1082. Phone B261. Dor. victoria and Kootenai Ot*. NBLSON. B. a , CLEANING AND PRBSMNO r Suite called for and delivered A. J. DRISCOLL •Phone SIS—Baker Street, opposite the Queen's Hotel A. L MoGHLLOOB HYDRAULIC BNQINEBR ■nOVmOIAL LAND BUltVITOB P. O. Box 41. JMFIwuBI«;BesMeii-MTkoieBT« Ottos* Over MoDensid * McHardy M»isoB,aa Parisian Sage Is tbe name of tlie moat widely known hair restorer on the market Prevents falling hair. Removes dandrutf. For Itching and other deaseses ot the scalp. Retains health 'beauty and natural color. Free bom greasy and sticky mb- staaces. Ladles -who desire beautiful fluffy hair should use the Sage dally. 50c. Bottle Booths Ml-o-na Tablets positively guaranteed lor Indigestion and dyspepsia. Booth's Hyomei Aa Absolute Catarrh Core Booth's Kidney Pills are surely the greatest ot all kidney pills. - Booth's Balm, a soothing and healing ointment Booth's Laxative, a reliable preparation; cures constipation. These preparations are all fuly guaranteed. We are sole agents for these reliable goods. mi n Flower and Garden Seeds We have a complete assortment of the choicest selections. Sweet Peas in numberless varieties. Dozens ot dainty shades to choose from For Goods that are Good, for Prices that are Right, Deal Here. We are Nelson's Leading Druggists. We Always Lead. We Never Sleep. At Your Service Day and Night. Phone 25. Poole Drug Co. Ltd. Nelson's Leading Druggists Baker Street :•: Phone 25 Day'and Night For Lawns and Gardens Use Burns' Fertilizer and Get Results Call or write for cur Circular showing varieties/analysis and prices. P. BURNS (fcCO., Ltd. Ask tor them. PHONE 32 The Yale-Columbia Lumber Co.. Ltd ROUGH AND DRESSED LUMBER also lath shingles, sash, doors, etc. Specifications made up snd estimates given. SLABS SLABS SLABS Muat dispose of our stock' of slabs to make room. Special prices while tbey last: $2.75 per cord; $2.60 per cord in lots of 5 cords; $2.40 per cord ln lots of 10 cords. Get your supply now. Prompt delivery guaranteed. lots. Modern Cottage for Sale This is a neat five room cottage on Carbonate street with two dty THE COTTAGE The cottage has two bedrooms, parlor, dining room, kitchen, large pantry, first class bath room, xood large cellar. Tbe lnterrlor of the cottage ls fitted'up very artistically and Ib about as neat as anything In the city. The building is in first-class repair and will not need a cent spent on lt for some time to come. THE LOTS / " - ■■- r The ground Is 60x120 feet to a lane, has a good large chicken house at back and about 20 fruit trees Ibearing, also considerable mnaM fruit On the lawn there are rose and other bushes. The neighborhood Is first clasa and the new tram line win pass within a few feet ot the im*erty. PRICE $2500. For particulars apply to McQUARRIE & ROBERTSON, 41* WARD STREET t NELSON, B.C. $5.00 REWARD The Dally News will pay $6.00 to any person giving information which will lead to the conviction of any party or parties guilty of stealing copies of the paper from customers* doors. The News Publishing Co., Ltd. MEIALS NEW YORK, April T.-Sllver, 52'^; standard copper, 13.70 A.-12.90; dull. LONDON, April 7.—Silver, 24; ltad, £Vi va «a. NELSON NEWS OF THE DAY (Additional local newa notee on page tf.) Mra. J.' A. Irving, Hoover street, will not receive today. Born, on April 7, to the wife of Sydney A. -Kelly, a daughter. O. B. Ford, wife and family, are returning tonight from- a three monttis' " journ In the south. The time In "which R. G. Brand ls to -complete his contract on the street car track extension ta 00 days. John Anderson was sentenced on Wednesday by Wllllum Irvine, police magistrate, to three months' Imprisonment, for vagrancy. An Interesting discussion ta expected at the regular Socialist meeting at the Miners' Union iiall tonight, at 8 o'clock, when -Q. H. Hardy will open the meeting on the subject, "Socialism Made Easy." Everybody ls welcome to attend and to take a hand In the discussion. Three flrst claaa barbers. No waits. Also baths Htjne hotel. The Royal Hotel luncheons and evening dinners at 26 cents cannot be excelled. Try them and be convinced. Clothes cleaned, pressed and repaired; Awnings and launch covers a specialty. J. Smallwood, over Wallace's store. Nelson, B.C. 286-tf. Co-Operative shareholders' meeting will be held In Miners" Union hall at 8 P. m. Thursday, April 16. Business, appointment of manager. HOB. A general meeting of the Nelson I-aunch club will be held Tuesday night at ti o'clock, at the Hume hotel, to consider preposed changes on the water front. All members and prospective members cordially. Invited. Notice to ranchers and others desiring to have piles driven for boat houses or .■wharves along Kootenny lake, our pile- driver will be ready to do whatever work Is necessary within 10 days. Write us at once, fltandary Furniture company. The pure bred, Imported, Clyde stallion Prince Erokine, will stand for limited number of mares at Crescent Valley ranch. Any owner of heavy mares desirous of breeding, If horse were taken to Nelson, kindly corresnondL Crescent Valley Bancs, Slocan Junction Postoffice. HlK-tt ABOUT LAUNCHES. We have lust received orders from Mr. A. N. Wolverton to ship his Prlscllla, champion of Kootenay lake, holder of the magnificent Patenaude Shield, to Van- cover ln three weeks, IP IT BE NOT SOU> IN THE MEANTIME. Just three weeks to get the champion of the lake. We have shipped out five boats and have this day received an order for a $1,000 boat for the Arrow lakes. Engines of the best makes at the lowest possible prices. Hulls or knock downs.— The Kootenay Motor Boat Company, Ltd., 419-16 Baker St. COST $25,000,000 TO STOP COAL FIRE Build Wall In Mine One Thousand Feet Long and Two Hundred Feet High . One of tbe most remarkable feats in the history of engineering has recently been accomplished near Mauch Chunk, Pa. In order to save 400,000.000 tons ot anthracite coal, valued at 12,000,000,000 belonging to the L-ehlgih Valley Coal & Navigation comiMiny, which, has been on fire for more than 50 years. Fire 1700 Feet Wide Nobody knows how the fire in the Lehigh Valley Coal company's mine started. It was discovered on the mo-m- in-g of Feb, 15, 1859, in some abandoned workings in what is known as the Mammoth vedn, at the east end of the Summit Hill basin in Panther creek valley. The general shape of that coal basin has ibeen compared to a man's hand, with the thumb and fingers etxended. Tne -tire started near the end of the thumb, which is 600 feet wide at the narrowest part and 1700 feet at its -broadest point; and for 51 years it has been working its way slowly towards the main part of tbe hand. If it ever reached there the work of devastation could not he stopped and 400,000,000 -tons of coal would be sacrificed. Former Attempts Already according to the best estimates, {25,000,000 worth of good anthracite has heen consumed. Various attempt-) have been made to extinguish 'the flre. In the 60's it was "proposed to dig an open cut with sloping sides across its path and flood it, so that when the fire reached the water it could go no further. This project waB found to be too -expensive and was not carried out. About 20 years ago an attempt was -made to cflil the mine with Culm and smother the flames in that way. But that proved a failure. The flre "was subdued Cor a time, but burrowed through the barrier and continued burning. Wall Cost $25,000,000 Finally W. A. lAt&rop, president of tbe company, decided that the only way to protect the rest of the deposit was •to build a solid concrete wall ahead Of the flames; and the work was com- menced in December, 1908. It was recently finished at a cost of $25,000,000, being 1050 feet Ion?, 12 feet thick and 247 feet deep or high, as you may care to put W- On the north of tbe basin -where the coal comes to the surface, an open cut was dug. From there •oailtoward, the Tdn sloping downward, * series of w CAGE SEVEN *-» Starting a New Month With Still Newer Styles in Suits and Overcoats The famous Fit-Reform designer is constantly creating new (styles or modifying present fashions into more striking effects. Since Easter we have been busily unpacking the latest creations of this masterful man. We want to go on record as stating that these styles are, beyond question, the most elegant garments ever shown in Canada. The suits are exquisite—mostly soft, rich grays and greens, although there are many browns, blues and noveltv cloths. The overcoats are superb—entirely new both in styles and patterns and handsomely finished. Let us show you these exclusive Fit- Reform styles. EMORY & WALLEY Nelson. B. C a Merchant tailoring special Dissolution of Partnership Compels the turning of our stock into cash. For 30 days WE OFFER ANY SUIT Made to order from== $25.00 to $30.00 Qur Range of Materials is Unexcelled It Means Money to You We Outsell and EXCEL DAVE SMALL & CO. shafts were sunk, the last in line to the south jelng 220 (eet deep. Later tt was found that not only would the barrier have to cover the 'ace of the vein but that tie space Jjetween the first four shafts would have to he filled wtili clay. This makes a barrier extending trom the bottom ot the vein to the surface best bearing quality of trees kept on hand. Orders should be sent in as early as possible. Also fruit trees and shrubbery sprayed. L. POGUE, NELSON, B. C Residence Innes and Kootenay Sts. FOR SALE Some choice partly improved fruit ranches on the river, only a few miles from the city. Exceptional value and low prices. Easy terms. Also some 10 and 20 acre blocks unimproved .on very easy terms of payment. Call in and see my list. Also city property. R. J. STEEL Hudson's Bay Clock Vegetable and Flower SBEDS Ornamental and Flowering SHRUBS Best varieties of FRUIT TREES Send for catalogue Royal Nurseries & Floral Co.,Ud 781, Granville St., Vancouver. P.O. Box 1063 PLUMBING & HEATING Copp's Stoves and Ranges. Tile and Soil Pipe always on hand. E. K. STRACHAN PLUMBER. Etc 313 Baker St., Nelson, B.C. Baths! Baths! Baths! The Turkish Bath House, Vernon street. All kinds oC hatha. Plain baths 50c, tickets, three baths for $1; Turkish Baths for men and women, $1.50 up. The doors never close at the bath house. Open all hours. McCormick & Walker, Props. fire proof material. Tlio coal seam has thus been cut in two by a fireproof wall 3-3 feet thick. BANKER INDICTED ON " '" " CHARGES OF BRIBERY PITTSBURG, Pa., April 6.—Tho graft investigating grand Jury late today returned ii nresantment ordering th© indictment ot Frank N. I-Ioffstot, a prominent steel manufacturer und banker, on the charges of conspiracy and bribery. Mr. Hoffstot makes his home in, New York. He is ordered to be indicted upon the charge of having In 1908 paid $52,500 ti> Charles Stewart, at that time a member of the select council, for the purpose of securing tho selection of the farmers' deposits for the Second National and German National banks. WITHHELD HIS FIRE KILLED IN DUEL AIAJIERS, Algeria, April 7—Mayor Robert of Orleansvllle, was shot dead in a duel with M. Hou.be, a rival candidate for the French chamber of deputies today, Robert did not tire. — »AQE E10HT Ill -Khe Sfcrtlu |Kw»». "FRIDAY . > APRIL 8. Another Sacrifice 8 acre -fruit ranch, which yields 20 per cent; all cleared; 300 10- year eld apple trees; 100 6-year old apple trees. Guaranteed water supply. One frame building. All fenced in. Half mile from post- oflfice. school and church. Good roads and settled district. Only $6500 H.ECROASDAILE&Co Real Estate Agents Box 626 Nelson, B.C. LAND 6 acres—Fenced, part cultivated, 250 fruit trees (4 and 6 years.) On good road, within mile of Nelson public school. For sale on easy terms or would rent to reliable person. 40 acres—Lake frontage, partly cleared, 325 trees. Good steamboat service. Easy access -from city. Would subdivide. F\ B. LYS, Real Estate Agent Qriffln Block, over Dom. Express Co. •Unequalled ter General Use" *. P. TIERNEY, General Balsa Agent. Griffin Block, Nelson, B.C. Over Dominion Express Co Oars shipped to all railway points. Why we Lead in Selling Seed We have the largest and best stock of garden seeds in town. We know the business and requirements of B.C. We weigh all our packages and put them up ourselves. Our 5 and 10 cent packages are better seeds and bigger value than any 2 for 25c. packages and much surer to grow. Cyher's Model Incubators. Hail Orders Promptly Filled WM. RUTHERfORD Druggist Nelson, B. C. Nelson Opera House One Night Only-Monday, April 11 Ben Jerome's original production "The Musical Cocktail" with a menu of music. "The Royal Chef" 30 PEOPLE 30 A perfect production presented In perfection. PRICES: Lower floor $1.50; Balcony $1; Gallery 50c. Plan at Poole Drug Co. Friday. THE EMPIRE TONIGHT SPLENDID PROGRAM Queen of the Ranch. The Aero Club Meet at St. Louis. The Bridegroom's Joke. Th© prodigal Son. Children 10c, Adults 15c. NELSON NEWS Of THE DAY {Additional local news notes on i*age ..) J. R. Martin leaves tomorrow for Slocan. W. G. Foster has purchase-] tlie launch of G. Dangerfleld. J. A. McDonald returned on Wednesday from a. trip to Trail and Rossland, New departments have been opened in the schools of Cranbrook, Fernie. und Hosiner, In the inspectorate of A. Sullivan, since Baster. _t ,_ The Si-fiiHlltiavi-i.il Aid and Fellowship society will meet tonight at 8 o'clock in Fraternity hall. A full attendance of members is requested. The monthly meeting of the Woman's Foreign Missionary society of St. Paul's J-resbyterian church will be held tomorrow afternoon at 3.30 o'clock. • The Cadet Corps will parade for drift" ftlils evening at 7.15 o'clock. There will be shooting practice In tho gallery. A considerable number have already Joined, and -sergeants have already been appointed, A few more recruits are needed to make a full company, after whlcfa the remaining non-oommissioned officers will be appointed. Uniforms are expected shortly, and I Photography! | Is an art—why not, according to the ability of the photographer. An artist can make a i beautiful -woman more heautl- X ful, can add to the portrait _ lines of graceful composition. charitably concealing prettily emphasizing lights and shadows. Above all he tries to show lines of character, which transform the plainest face. We pi-.de ourselves that we are ^ artists. May we prove it in our work far you. Also we have some Interesting things In new style mountings. _ Campbell's | Art Gallery | PHONE 46 71S Bak.r St. Next Door to Kootenay Steam Laundry **************************** iiHiiiitiiiiiiimnimii Desirable Residences For Sale I | 500 cash, the balance on easy terms, will purchase a cottage containing five rooms and bath room, full plumbing and electric light, i 1-3 lots in good neighborhood. Price S1700. % 300 cash, balance to arrange will purchase a cottage with three rooma and bathroom, -full plumbing, Price $860. *\\ $1000 cash, balance to arrange, will purchase a three story, 9 roomed house, well situated, close in, no hill to climb, well suite! for a rooming house. Price $3300. $1000 cash, balance to arrange, will purchase a seven roomed house, electric light, stone -foundation, furnace and 2 1-2 lots, situated in the best residential part of the city Price $4750. H. & N. BIRD B. C. CBKMM Ltmkenheimer Valves ►•rjrlnjiryi Globe Valves. Screwed Clip Gate Valves. Uuro Blow off Valves. We cary a full line of all sizes ana can guarantee these goods to be superior to any other lines In the market. v The J. H. Ashdown Hardware Co., Ltd. Nelson Branch .-. Nelson, B. C. WHOLESALE RETAIL SEMAPHORE BILLIARD PARLORS 324 Baker Street Best and most up-to-date In the interior. Full line ot best pipes, tobaccos, cigars and cigarettes. Orchestra in attendance every Saturday night. Phone 358. P. O. Box S12. the Cadets will be armed with the new Boss rifles. J. H. Ringrose has been the awarded the sub-contract for tbe erection of the trolley wire line, in connection with the traimvay service. _ , -t__ ■Q. O. Buchanan, lead bounty commissioner, arrived yesterday (rom Sllverton. He will testify before tiie insurance commission this morning. There will be a Church of England service at Willow Point on Sunday at ;; o'clock In the afternoon, at which Kev. Pred H. Graham will officiate. The local lodge of tlie Sons of England ■will hold a dance In Eagle hall on the evening of April 21, St. George's Day, This ball will take the place of the customary banquet. The April session of the University club will be held tomorrow evening at 8 o'clock in the board room of the public school building. Dr. A. N. Wolverton will read the paper. A cordial invitation is extended to all Interested, The Legion of Frontiersmen has been shooting regularly on -Monday evenings at the armory, tor many weeks past. These shoots will be contlued for a time, and fiom now on there wnl be a practice at the ranges on Sunday afternoons, A presentation will be made tills evening* to H. Byers, who Is leaving for Winnipeg, to become manager of the retail store of the J. H. Ashdown Hardware company. All friends of Mr. Byers are Invited to be present at the board of trade rooms at 8.30 o'clock. Jean Volsin, sentenced by G. A. Bandall, J.P., of I-'holt, to three months* Imprisonment, on a charge of being "an habitual drunkard and a public nuisance," arrived at the provincial jail here on Wedn-vsday. He was brought in by Constable J. C. iKempston, of Midway. In the case of Mellette v. Modlgh, before his honor, Judge Forin, ln chambers ye-Jterday, W. H. Bui lock-Webster (E. A. Crease) applied for an order that the registrar tax the costf*. of unproductive warrant of execution, and add same to Judgment recovered. The order was grant- The annual meeting of the Woman's council ihas been postponed from tomorrow to the afternoon of Saturday, April 18, at 3 o'clock, in the school room of St, Paul's Presbyterian church. The election of officers will take place, a paper- on "Tuberculosis" will be read by Dr. Isabel Arthur, and a paper will be read by Mrs, J. I*aing- StockB entitled, "Some of the Things the Woman's Council Has Done In tne Past." All the women of Nelson are invited to be present, and especially all the delegates from the affiliated bodies. A very enjoyable evening -was spent by the members of Queen City Rebekah lodge No. 1C, 7 0.0.*., the occasion being the ofTiclal visit of the president of the grand assembly of British Columbia, Miss Frances Bacom, who has just concluded her tour of the province. There was a large attendance. The Rebekali degree was conferred upon a class of candidates, after which the president delivered an address on "Oddfellowshlp," which proved very Interesting and instructive and was much apprec'-.ted, On behalf of the members of Queen City lodge Mrs. J, P, Kilby, presented the president with a handsome gold mounted umbrella, suitably engraved with monogram and the three links. -Refreshments and a dance concluded the program. Play a game of pool KERR'S BILLIARD HALL Next .door to Postoffice and tjet a free chance on a $35 suit Of clothes put up by Dave Small & Co. Cigars and Barber shop In connection. CI1IZENS RALLY TO SUPPORT OF BALL Uniforms Now Being Selected and Will be Ordered at Once—Management Promises Real Thing The executive of tbe basseball club is meeting with a generous response to their request to the citizens for support. Uniforms will be selected and ordered immediately. The grounds will be levelled off and cleaned up at once and regular practice started next week. An the player of last year will be available and several new faces will be seen on tbe Nelson diamond this The management .promise on article of ball this summer that will remind Nelsonites of old times. A -practice game will be held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock, when the players will be carefully watched with a view to tbe selection of a fiirst nine. ENJOYABLE CONCERT OF CRICKET CLUB The concert arranged by the committee of the Nelson Cricket, club was given on Wednesday evening In the hall of the Catholic club, before an audience which, though not very large, was very appreciative, te. A. Crease fitted the chair, and the program was thoroughly enjoyed by all present. Miss Patrick and Miss j*-.elite lAnnable rendered songs ln their usual pleasing manner, and were called back repeatedly. The duet by Mrs. Cornish and Mrs. Haydon deserved the splendid applause which was given lt. The song by E. Hi Smith was rendered in a delightful manner. Leslie Craufurd had tihe audience In a merry mood with his clever impersonations of Harry Lauder in some of the great Scotch comedian's principal songs and talk. A feature of the entertainment was the excellent selections played by S. Dodd on the -banjo. J. E. Hughes, with his two songs of good class, was received* with a good round of applause from the audience. The songs rendered by E. Lupton were deserving ot great credit, being sung in ihis usual attractive manner. The program wns brought to a close by selections rendered by the members of the Albion Quartette Party, consisting of quartettes entitled, "Annie Laurie," "My Pretty Maid," and Poln- sutl's "Good Night, Beloved," which were all rendered lri a manner which this combination aire noted for in Nelson. I. G-. Johnson presided at the piano in his usual efficient manner, which was highly appreciated. The committee of the Cricket club wiBb to thank Father Althoff for the use of the hall, K. A. Crease for occupying the <-hair, also the ladles and gentlemen who contributed to the very successful pro- grom which was given. Mlntrd'a Liniment Curt* Colds, Ete.' ROOSEVELT INCIDENT STILL TOPIC OF DISCUSSION. ROME, April 7.—Some of tbe prominent ecclesiastics who were received by the Pope today managed (to Introduce tbe subject of the Roosevelt incident. To these the pontiff expressed the deepest regret that he had been p.*-evented from meeting and speaking with the former president but he gave ■utterance to no opinion regarding the *♦♦♦♦♦♦■»♦ »♦•■»♦•»♦»♦♦♦■♦♦■■*■♦♦ ♦♦The*. Gem of Gems The April born can eaBlly procure this fascinating Jewel «t n reasonable price. A Small Diamond of good quality, properly mounted ls always very effective. A stone may only cost $10 and be a gem, posseslng all the life and fire of a larger atone. A striking example of the above may be seen ln our windows where We are displaying a few unmounted stores, each a perfect gem. We can set them up to .your own particular fancy, or let our designer show you some of bis art mounted in rings, pendants, orossee, lockets, links charms or a hundred other different ways. He haa Ideas. GOOD EYESGHT Is essential for the enjoyment of life and health, nature and its beauties of the approaching spring tide. We are specially qualified to attend to your eyes. Let us do it now. . 0. PATENAUDE, MANUFACTURING JEWELER, WATCHMAKER AND OPTICIAN How About Yowr Ranch Boots? Every pair we sell is solid leather! Every pair guaranteed! Is this the kind you want? No premium shoes among them. 10-in. tops $5 to $10. Ordinary height $2.50 to $5. Ask to see our Red Porpoise boot. lhe ROYAL R. ANDREWS, Prop. Strict attention to mall orders. negotiations, or tlie deadlock that followed. The incident continues to he a live topic of popular discussion and is emphasized by what tho Liberal' press calls the new mistake of Cardinal Merry del Val. The Messagere today says: "As long as this young and audacious Spanish cardinal dominates, Liberals must be on their guard. FERNIE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION'S OFFICERS (Special to The Dally News.) FERNIE, April 7.-A meeting of the Fernlp Athletic association was held tit the city hall on Tuesday afternoon, when the following officers were elected for the ensuing year; Hon. prealdent, Mayor S. Herchmer; president, George H. Boulton; vice-president, H. W. Herchmer-, treasurer, John Adair; -secretary, W. S. Stanley; executive committee, J. X>, Gates, J". B. Lawry, and M. A. Kastner. The retiring treasurer's report was a most satisfactory -one, tdiowlng a balance on hand of fi'JU. It was decided to donate 000 to the hose We Have Some Tery nice Atlantic Coast Whole Codfish, also Herring and Mackerel Acadia Codfish. Bluenose Codfish. PHON 2 223. Stewart <& Co. If It'a from Stewart's It'a gaoi. ChinaHall Is now well stocked with glassware, China Lamp Goods, Toiletware and Crockery of every description. We are offering special BARGAINS ln 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 *\ rehouse for storage. MUNRO & NELSON 321 Baker St. P.O. Box 588 BEFORE SUPPLYING YOUR HOUSE Go and see the complete stock of Furniture, Iron Beds, Springs and Mattresses, Granitewaro, Crockery, Glassware, Stoves and Ranges at the OLD CURIOSITY SHOP 513, 515, 517 Josephine St. reel for the purchase of a new reel cart. As the association Is this year without -grounds where various games can be played, a committee was appointed to endeavor to secure a suitable site. Your tongue Is coated. Your breath Is foul. Headaches come and go. These symptoms show that your stomach is the trouble, To remove the cause Is the flrst thing, and Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets will do that. Easy to take and most effective. Sold by alt druggists and dealers. I am Instructed by B. C. Travis to otter for sale bla residence on Vernon street This property is one of the best located houses ln Nelson. It contains parlor, dining room, kitchen, large hall, four bedroom complete, hath room, linen closets, cellar, electric light, etc. No hll climbing; everything in good repair. This is a particularly desirable re idence property. . E. B. McDERMID Baker Street / Nebon, B. C. Maple Syrup Is scarcely in our Une, Ibut lt is interesting to us; because lt means PAN CAKES. For Pancakes there's nothing superior to . <.. Puritan & Pancake Flour which your grocer -will supply in 2 lb. packages. Try it and be convinced. The Brackman-Ker Milling Co., Ltd. TODAY IS YOURS Empress Jams 20 os. g'ass Jar, strawberry and ran nberry, regular 30c, now 20c. Wagstaff s Jams 14 oz, jar, regular 25c, now 15c. Fresh RHUBARB From Walla Walla 2-lbs. for 25c. BELL, TRADING CO. The Up-to-Date Grocers NELSON, B. C. —AUTO-SPRAY— PUMPS The Auto Spray ls the simplest and best spray pump on the market, works with compressed air, carried on back. We also stock the Myers Spramote and Smart's. Write us for prices. Pull Stock of Seed and Onion Sets ****■**• Nelson Hardware Co. Marst HAMILTON WINNIFK I '""*?. We IiaTe a lar&e stock ot ■ .' BARB WIRE LuUls-i' Pi-on-pt 8hlpment and Prices Right , j. \ Wood-Vallance Hardware Co., Limited NELSON, B. C, Wholesale Itoiohto = Retail THE STORE OF QUALITY Carry Largest Stock of Tea and Coffee .in the City Tetley's and Llpton's Tetii Rldgeway's Teaa. ■ Sa'ada Tea. . i, IJ il \**B \ Blue Ribbon Tea, ■..,,. (' Gold Standard Tea. - Challenge Gup Tea. Brand's Best Tea. Imperial Tea. Chace ft Sanborn's Coffee. Empress Coffee. Bakerlzed Coffee. Gold Standard Chafless Coffee. Rldgeway's A.D. Coffee. Diamond 4 Coffee C. ft S. Java and Mocha Coffee. Symington's Essence of Coffee. We can suply you with a pound or 1000 'pounds. P.O.Box54 A. S. HorSWUI Phone 10 SEEDS SEEDS All Varieties of Garden and Flower Seeds Special varieties ot Sweet Peas ln bulk. ' '■'." Dwarf and Climbing Nasturtium Seeds In bulk. Special mixtures of lawn grasses and clover seed. Dutch'Seta, I'lKI'Ii-KiHI) A" """'i orders promptly filled. Canada Drug & Book Co., Ltd. ** m