EIGHT PAQES- 50 CENTS A MONTH CLAS&klED ADS u -"cent a word art VOL. 10 NELSON. B. C. WEDNESDAY MORNING. FEBRUARY 28,1912 NO. 273 COMMISSION WILL LOOK INTO LABOR CONDITIONS Plans to Assist Working Men of Province PARLIAMENT 13 NOW DISSOLVED Premier McBride and Attorney General Will Speak in Nelson (Special to The Dally Newa.) VICTORIA, B. C, Feb. 27.—The pro- vinclal legislature prorogued shortly after 4 p. ra. today and tonight an extra edition of the British Columbia Gazette announces the dissolution of the twelfth parliament of British Columbia. Nominations will be held on March 21 and tbe election on March 28. Before prorogation 62 bills received the aasent of the lieutenant-governor. The galleries of the house were crowded with spectators, the expectation tbat dissolution was imminent serving to swell the interest Commission on Labor Conditions. The concdludlng sitting proved of comparatively little interest, most of the business having been bleared up at last evening's session, which lasted until the early hours of this morning. During It Premier McBride announced tbat a royal commission would be appointed immediately to Inquire into labor conditions throughout British Columbia in order to ascertain if ameliorative legislation could be passed. In the creation of the commission he stated that the heads of labor In the prov-. ince would be consulted. Hawthornthwaite Will Not Run. The election will be fought out mainly on the railway policy of the government and there seems every reason to anticipate that Premier McBride will be returned with an almost solid support. Practically all the members of the last parliament will in all probability be again In the field, the only one who has definitely announced his decision being J. H. Hawthornthwaite, who will not be a candidate. The campaign will be a Bhort one. It Is understood that the premier and his ministers wilt leave next week for the Interior, where a number of speeches will be delivered at the principal pola* Mr. McBride will again be a candidate for Vlotoria city and after speaking at Nelson and other points, accompanied by Attorney-General Bowser be will return to the coast, winding up the campaign in Vancouver and this olty.' PLEASED AT GRANT FOR AUTO HIGHWAY Hundred and Fifty Thousand Dollars Will bs Spent on Windermere*' Banff Road (Special to The Daily News.) GOLDEN B.C., Feb. 27—The news that an appropriation of $75,000 Is included in the provincial estimates for ■work on the proposed Banff-Windermere wagon automobile road has been received here with very general satisfaction. By the granting of the sum mentioned aa the province's share of the ^season's work the pledge of Hon. Thomas Taylor, minister of publlo works, made last August, to the effect that actual construction on this scenic highway would be commenced without delay,, has been fully reedemed. Much credit for the aggressive manner In which the provincial government is dealing with this project Is given to H. G. Parson, M.P.P. for Columbia riding, who,flrst brought the matter before the attention of the ministers and has since persistently urged the prosecution of a survey and the early commencement of the work. The C.F.R.'s share of expenditure on the proposed road this season will be a like amount to that provided in the estimates and the provincial government will have the expending of Premier McBride Who Will Speak in Nelson During the Coming Campaign It. Thus $150,000 will be expended on the construction of this road during the coming season. The Dominion govern ment Is building westward through the National Park reserve to connect with the provincial section and every effort is to be made to hasten completion. WORK BEGINS ON CALGARY SHOPS British Columbia Will Supply Timher— Immense Amount of Material Already Ordered CALGARY, Alta., Feb. 27—Actual work commenced on the new C.P.R. shops today, a large gang laying the 12 miles of Bpur track necessary for the work. An Immense amount of material to be used in the work ls already en route to Calgary. Included are 200 cars of steel from the Canada Bridge Co. and the National Bridge Co. The first train load was shipped on Feb. 20 while 26,000 barrels of concrete nre being supplied locally. Timber Is coming from British Columbia, while 500 cars of brick and tile are being supplied by the Alberta Clay Products Co. The C.P.R. Is also rushing the work on the three track bridge across the Bow river to do the work, whllo the city Is pushing the street railway bridge across the same river to accommodate the workmen. DEFENSE CLAIMS CASH SYSTEM RESPONSIBLE FOR SHORTAGE CALGARY, Alta.. Feb. 27—The trial of Harry L. Vail, charged with the theft of money from the Dominion Express company waa resumed this afternoon. The case for the crown rested on the assumption that the defendant did not debit himself on Sept. 14 with $493.95, and depended on the fact that there was a shortage. Counsel tor the defence called A. Mc- Kenall, a chartered accountant. He declared that the cash system used by the Dominion Express company was In his opinion at fault rather than the accused. The system was more difficult than It should be and its complications did not give cashiers a proper chance. SISTER SCOLDED; WINNIPEG BOY SHOT HER TWICE WINNIPEG, Feb. 27—Oscar Slgued- son, aged 17, shot his sister, Mrs. W. Pettlgrew, twice In the back this afternoon with a .88 calibre revolver and was arrested an hour later, while his sister ls now In the general hospital but is not In danger of death. The young fellow was working last In a tailor shop aB presser but lost his job and for some time has been loafing, for which his sister scolded him severely. She went down town and on her return found the lad just getting up and renewed her complaints when he drew the weapon and fired two shots us she turned away from htm. He confessed to the crime when arrested. Will Build New Line Through This Province EDMONTON, Alta., Feb. 87—A French syndicate has been Incorporated under the name of the Pacific & Peace River Railway Development syndicate and ls completing the organization of a railway company capitalized at $5,000,- 000, ' the dnpltal being subscribed exclusively In France. The purpose of the company is to build a railway from Dunvegan to Bella Cools, B.C.. the route followed being the shortest from the Peace river to the Pacific. A federal charter was granted last year to the syndicate by the Dominion government and gives power to the Pacific ft Peace River Railway Co. to construct and operate a railway from Bella Coola or Burke Channel, B.C., to a point at or near Dunvegan, touching at Fort Fraser, Stuart Lake, Fort St. James, Fort MoLeod and passing through the Pine pasi, the total distance being In all about 480 mile*. ONTARIO WILL GET HUDSON BAY PORT But Manitoba Secures Nelson and Churchill SUBSIDY DATES BACK FOUR YEARS Three Prairie Provinces Are Now on Same Basis, Says Premier OTTAWA, Feb. 27—The Manitoba boundary resolutions were disposed of by the commons today and the bill based thereon introduced and given a first reading. The debate was confined to the financial terms which had practically been announced ln advance and the fixing of the boundaries. In connection with tne latter Premier Borden made the Important announcement that an arrangement had been reached whereby Ontario will be given access to a portion of Hudson Bay. The bill as Introduced provides that the boundary will extend eastward along the 89th meridian of longitude to Hudson Bay. This gives the Churchill and Nelson ports to Manitoba. It has been aeclded however, ln the event of the Ontario government desiring to extend the T. & N. O. railway to a port on the Hudson Bay to grant to that province a right of way five miles wide from the boundary line to Port Nelson with, a ten mile frontage along the Nelson river and bay. In the event of Fort Churchill being made the terminal for the Hudson Bay railway, Ontario will be given a further right of way from Nelson river to Fort Churchill, 200 feet wide. This will be sufficient for the requirements of the railway. The jurisdiction of Manitoba will extend to this territory In so far as schools are concerned. < Restoration of Resources The only comment made on the arrangement by the opposition came from Sir Wilfrid Laurier, who said that this was the moBt extraordinary proposal he had ever heard of and he doubted If it would work out to the satisfaction of anybody. The matter will be discussed at length on the second reading of the bill. y Tjils led Premier Borden to state that the object of the legislation was to place Manitoba on as near the same basis of equality as possible with Saskatchewan and Alberta. Later on the question of the restoration of natural resources would be taken up and the rights of the three provinces would be considered together. Incidentally the claim of the other provinces particularly the maritime provinces, would receive consideration. Mr. Borden moved that hiB resolution regarding the Manitoba bill be considered. Practically every seat in the house was occupied and the galleries were crowded when he arose to speak on the resolution. He spoke but briefly, however, and contented himself with a brief but clear review or explanation of the resolution. At the outset he outlined the proposals made to Manitoba by the late government, quoting the resolution brought down In parliament In July, 1908. Proceeding Mr. Borden said that the hitch in the negoitations between the government and the province of Manitoba was a failure to reach an agreement on the financial proposals. For two yearsft he said, the matter had been discussed and conferences held without any definite conclusion being arrived at When the present govern ment took offloe the task of settling the difficulty devolved upon them and negotiations were continued with the gov ernment of Manitoba with the result that an agreement was reached with Premier Roblln although the application of the principal Involved remained to be worked out However, this In its turn was overcome and an agreement satisfactory to all concerned had been reached ,both ln the matter of the boundary and also as to the finances. Three Provinces on Same Basis, Mr. Borden compared the figures with the amount of the subsidies which the two provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan will receive during the year beginning July 1, 1913 under the statutes which were passed by parliament In 1905 In talcing a portion of the northwest territories Into the two provinces with the Idea of showing that the three provinces .have been placed on practically the same basis, "the - members, of the house are aware," said the premier, "that under a statute passed some years ago there waa conveyed to the province of Manitoba a very considerable area of lands known as swamp lands. I believe that the total acreage up to the end of 1909 no conveyed waa approximately 3,009,- 808 acres." Continuing'Mr. Borden' next explained that one of the demands made by the Manitoba government was that aB the extension of Its boundaries should have been effected when the provinces of Alberta and Saskatchewan were created In 1905 the financial al lowahces Involved to be paid to the Manitoba provincial government should now date from that time. Subsidy Dates Back Four Years This request Mr. Borden Said it was found impossible to comply with and a compromise was finally reached whereby it was agreed to have the subsidy date from July 18, 1908. Mr. Borden In concluding sajld that at the present time he did not think that any further Information with regard to the details of the resolution would be necessary but that he would be pleased to furnish the house with all po-sslble information. Sir Wilfrid Laurier Sir Wilfrid Laurier, who stated that he did not today wish to enter Into any controversy regarding the resolution, went Into the hiBtory of the negotiations between the late government and the province of Manitoba and remarked, "So It is settled that the boundaries of the province of Manitoba are to be the boundaries offered In 1908." There was one point to which he wished to take exception, he said. The observation he would present to Premier Borden was that there wns no justification that he could see why the four years arrears set forth in the resolution should be given to the province. TO PROBE HIGH COST OF LIVING Vancouver Council Decides to Institute Enquiry—Cruel Combine Responsible Says Alderman (Special to The Dally News.) VANCOUVER, B.C., Feb. 27—Speaking on his resolution for a full enquiry into the reason for the high cost here of foodstuffs, particularly meat, passed unanimously by the city council lust night, Aid. White said: "Vancouver is struggling under one of the crudest combines any city whs ever cursed with. The city today is paying the highest prices of any city In the western states or western Canada." EAGER FOR GOOD LACROSSE IN SASKATCHEWAN REGINA, Sask., Feb. 27—A meeting will be held In Regina on March 15 for the purpose of organizing a provincial laorosse league and arranging details of the competition for the Corby trophy. Among the towns that have already signified their intention of being represented are Moose Jaw, Swift Current, Weyburn, Yellowgrass, Saskatoon, Sed- ley and Regina. Prospects are bright for a better lacrosse season than has been seen In the province for some time past. CATCH CHURCH ROBBER (Special to The Daily News.) VANCOUVER, B.C., Feb. 27—Answering a call from the church of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary the police laBt night arrested Henry Stalter and found a broken contribution box on the floor and $5 tn small change in the man's pockets. OVERWHELMED BY GOLDEN GRAIN Calgary Man Dies Under Many Bushels of Wheat he Accidentally Let Loose CALGARY, Alta., Feb. 27—A fatality occurred In thc Globe grain elevator ln East Calgary this afternoon when L. Graham, aged 28 met his death by suffocation, being burled in a bin- of grain. The probable explanation of the affair Is that he opened a door which controlled a big spout of grain and was overwhelmed by the volume of grain he unknowingly let loose. *He was not missed for quite a time. Other em ployees then procured shovels and men set to work to search. Deceased leaves a wife and two children. He came from Moose Jaw. CANNOT SETTLE Conferences Yesterday Were Apparently Abortive PREMIER STRIVES TO AVOID STRIKE Official Statement of Proceedings Tells Nothing of Progress LONDON, Feb. 27—No settlement of the coal dispute was reached at the various conferences in which the premier and members of his cabinet and the representatives of the mine owners and the miners participated today. The official statement of the proceedings Issued tonight merely records tho fact that the various conferences occurred but tells nothing of what was done or said. It concludes with the announcement that the conference will be resumed tomorrow from which all that can be deducted la that the government Is still striving to avoid a stoppage of the gigantic industry on which the country's commercial supremacy is based. BROKE CONTRACT CLAIMS COMPANY JURY, FEARING RABIES, ASKS PASTEUR INSTITUTE Coroner at Fort William Indicts Ontario Beard of Health in Hydrophobia Case FORT WILLIAM. Ont.. Feb. 27—The jury empanelled to investigate the death of the late John McDowell who died on Dec. 15 last in Fort William, brought in the following strong verdict after listening to the Indictment of the provincial board of health of Ontario read by Coroner Birdsall: "That John McDowell came to his death according to the medical evidence from hydrophobia on Dec. 21 in Fort. William, In vtew of the. large number of canes of rabies prevailing in thla district this jury strongly recommends that a Pasteur Institute be established in the district of Thunder Bay and the provincial board of health supply scrum to the local board as this jury Is of the opinion that the treatment of rabies can aa- successfully be used in Fort William aa Toronto thus saving time, expense and possibly life by having the treatment done in the nearest place to the infection. Vancouver Grain Company Did Not Make Proper Delivery is Statement—Before Supreme Court OTTAWA, Feb. 27—In the supreme court today the hearing was commenced of the appeal from the court of ap peals of British Columbia In the case of the Alberta Pacific Elevator Co. v. the Vancouver Milling & Grain Co. The elevator company contracted with the milling company for the delivery of a large quantity of wheat of different grades and also a quantity of oats, in all amounting to over 70 carloads during the season of 1908-1909. The deliveries were short and the milling company bought wheat, oats and flour on the open market to make up the deficit, claiming that the amount of loss in consequence of the short delivery amounted to $9,323. The milling company brought an action for this amount against thc elevator company. The elevator company admitted a certain amount of shortage and deposited $5,000 in court to m^et n deficit at the same time setting forth their defence that their deficiencies had been caused owing to no fault chargeable to them as they had forwarded a large number of cars ln excess of the quantities con traded for but owing to the Inability of the milling company to take delivery at the time the cars arrived at Vancouver In consequence of the destruction of their premises by fire and that with their consent the cargoes were delivered to other parties. Voluminous Evidence The trial took place at Vancouver partly ln vacation and lasted for 28 days ,the evidence being extremely vol uminous, the printed case and factums covering nearly 1,400 pages and the costs were very large. The effect of the deposit of $6,000 under the practice in British Columbia would be that these costs would fall upon the milling company unless they succeeded In recovering an amount in excess of $5,000. Mr. Justice Murphy found In favor of the milling compnny and entered judgment for them for the amount claimed and his judgment waB unanimously af* firmed by the judgment now appealed from. On the present appeal, the elevator company sets up 20 objections on grounds of error in the court below including an objection to the jurisdiction of the British Columbia court to try the case In vacatlonl LABOR UNIONISTS MAY WEAR BADGES So Decides Australian Judge in Brisbane Tramway Strike Case—Injunction Against Companies. W-± - ((.an&dian Associated Press.) MELBOURNE, Feb. 27.—Justice Hlg- ftlns, president of the federal arbitration court, today gave his award ln tb« case of the Brisbane tramway strike. He declared the anti-badge regulations of the Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide authorities to be Invalid and bats granted an injunction to prevent thc companies from prohibiting the wearing of trade union badges, on the men's uniforms during official Working hours. Unionists regird this as a victory of world-wide Importance and aa establishing, the right ot the men to wear union badges throughout the empire. AUTO CRASH CLAIMS LIFE NEAR NANAIMO One Killed and Several Are Injured When Machine Hits Telephone Pole (Special to The Dally News.) NANAIMO, B.C.. Feb. 27—Frank Stubbs of Victoria, owner and driver of an automobile was instantly killed, John Wright of Victoria was seriously injured and several other persons were bruised in an accident on the> Comox road near Quarterway house last night. A party consisting of Frank Stubbs, Andrew Andrews ,E. R. Thomas. Court Emanuel, John Wright, Miss J. Mackenzie and Miss N. Nicholson left the city for a ride in Stubbs' new car. On the return trip from Wellington the driver lost control of the machine which skidded into a ditch tearing out a stump and coming to a full stop with a crash against a telephone pole which was broken. The ladies were thro*"'-., clear of the car andapart from brii^ to the head and body are but little the worse for the thrilling experience. SAY DEARTH OF Presbyterians Lost Six Hundred in Five Years THINK BUDGET HEAVY BURDEN Greenwood and^Phoenix Are N.^iSja^ *° into One I*.*-*-*** Congregation STRUCK BY AUTOMOBLEj AMOS HIGGINS MAY DIE VANCOUVER, B.C., Feb. 27—Amos Higfflns, struck by an auto last night, ts in the hospital with a fractured skull and may die. His wife and family are in England. The car was owned by E. J. Clark and was driven by his son. CHILDREN TREATED LIKE WILD BEASTS This is Charge Brought Against Indus trial School in Ontario by ex-Employee TORONTO, Feb. 27—Hon. W. J. Hanna, provincial secretary, as a result of the charges of cruelty to the children confined In the Mimtco Industrial school has just ordered Dr. Bruce Smith, inspector of asylums and prisons, to investigate conditions at the school. Dr. Smith will proceed with the Investigation Immediately. John Campbell, who was formerly a guard at the Mlmlco Industrial school but who left there a short time ago because he says he could not longer bear to see little children treated as wild beasts, made n statutory declaration yeBterday regarding some of the cases of ill-treatment of the children at this school. MILLION DOLLARS TO EXTEND PUBLIC UTILITIES EDMONTON, Alta., Feb. 27—Over $1,000,000 will be requfred to carry on the work of power and water extensions for the year ending Oct. 31 according to the estimates of the city commission ers. Of this amount $781,749 is set apart for sewer nnd sewer service on both sides of thc river. FREIGHT HANDLERS THREATEN STRIKE C. P. R. Employees in Winnipeg Yards Claim Their Union Officials Are Discriminated Against WINNIPEG, Feb. 27—No settlement bas yet been arrived at between the C.P.R. and Its freight handlers, the latter claiming that since 30 of their number were dismissed a week ago, 21 others have been taken on to fill their places, despite the statement by the company that those who were dismissed were simply dispensed with owing tu slack business. The men claim that those dismissed were officials of the union and were discriminated against and demand that they be taken back. A strike of 1,200 freight handlers at work in the yards is threatened If ;m amicable settlement is not reached. TELEPHONE COMPANY TO LAY NEW DIRECT CABLE (Special to The Dally News.) VANCOUVER, B.C.. Feb. 27—The British Columbia Telephone Co. Is to lay a new cable between the mainland and Vancouver island to be wholly within the province. President Farrell is now en route to England to award the contract. It will cost $150,000. The present line is a partial submarine cable and land line from Vancouver to Belllngham nnd San Juan Island, The new ono will be laid from Vancouver to Nanaimo direct. The depth of water averages over 1.000 feet. Yesterday the congregations throughout the Presbytery of Kootenay were represented In the assembly room of the Y. M. C. A., when the Presbytery met there in its semi-annual meeting. There were present Rev. S. H. Sark- lsslan of Creston, Rev. G. A. Hackney of Trail, Rev. C. O. Main of Cranbrook, Rev. E. S. Loggie of Nelson, Rev. T. T. Relkie of Kaslo, Rev. *W. G. Blake of Ymir, Rev. J. H. McLean of Waldo, Rev. Mr. Bain of New Denver, Rev. T. B. Buchanan of Cascade, Rev. W. Stephens of Wardner, Rev. J. R. Munro of Phoenix, Rev. M. D. McKee of Grand Forks, Rev. W. E. Brown of Moyie, Rev. J. G. Robinson, Dr. J. T. Ferguson, Rev. G. A. Wilson, Mr. Lowrle and Capt. D. C. McMorris. Rev. S. H. Sarklsslon was appointed to the moderator's chair. Rev. Mr. Hackney acted as clerk. Unite Greenwood and Phoenix. Among other business transacted was the uniting of Phoenix and Greenwood into one congregation, with the happy prospect in view of soon having Rev. Mr. Munroe as the pastor. The question of systematic giving presented by Capt. McMorris brought forth much discussion. The concensus of opinion was that this presbytery's share of the $1,000,000 budget, lately issued by the church, was too much. Presbyterians in Kootenag to meet this budget ere asked to increase their donations to the schemes of the church about 100 per cent. This la considered a heavy burden, especially in East Kootenay, where depressing In- hor conditions at present prevail. A committee was appointed to deal with the whole question and to report at a later sederunt. In view of the great need of ministers throughout this growing country tho question of securing ministers large In number and large In calibre brought forth considerable Interest as to methods for securing and training recruits- At the present rate of loss It was estimated that 600 men were lost to the- church during tho last five yearB because of the small remuneration re- recclved. A call to Rossland In favor of Rev. Mr. Sarklsslan was sustained and* placed In his hands for consideration. Mr. Sarklsslan asked for time to consider the matter. Provisional arrangements were made for induction to take- place on April 3 at 8 p.*m. Rev. C. O. Main's resignation of Knox church, Cranbrook, was presented. Rev. Mr. Lowrie of Cranbrook appealed iw feeling terms on behalf of Knox church. The presbytery with great regret accepted Rev. Mr. Main's resignation and appointed Rev. H. R. Grant to declare the pulpit vacant on March 10. Rev. Mr. Main has received a call to Vernon. BETTER PAY FOR ASSISTANT POSTMASTERS OTTAWA, Ont, Feb. 27.—Hon. L. P. Pelletier, postmaster-general, has given notice of the following resolution: "That It ls expedient to amend the Civil Service act by providing that assistant postmasters in postofflces in which the postage collections exceed $1,000,000 may be paid a minimum salary of $2,500 with annual increases of $100 up to a maximum salary of $3,500, and that after the governor general in council so determines such provision may be made applicable to assist*** postmasters appointed prior to the first day of April, 1912." DEPARTMENT WORKERS DO NOT WANT TO PUNCH CLOCK (Special to The Dally News.) VANCOUVER, B.C., Feb. 27—The proposal to have a punch clock for the city hall's 200 employees has been sent on to the estimates, where another fight is promised over the question whether lt would apply to the heads of departments. Mag Have Salt Mine Near Prince Rupert (Special to The Dally News.) PRINCE RUPERT, B.C.. Feb. 27— Considerable Interest is aroused here by tbe announcement that Dan C. Whiteford has discovered a salt well on his pre-emption claim at 46-Mlle on the Grand Trunk Pacific close to the rail way and near the river. One gallon of water gives half a pound of clear whlto salt of f(ne quality. The point of discovery Is about 20 miles up the river from Port Essington. Thoro appears to be a vast amount of this salt bearing water. Cfje Baity jBrtus. WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28 Six Million Increase In Agricultural Produce Hon. Price Ellison Tells of Tremendous Strides Made in the Basic Industry of British Columbia Last Year LADY DRUGGED AND ROBBED OF JEWELS Sensational Hold-up Outrage in Woods Near Paris Follows Ride in Taxlcab, PARIS, Feb. 27.—A society lady of . (great wealth who was kidnapped on leaving the theatre drugged in an automobile and driven to the Bois de Boulogne, where she was robbed and left ln the middle of the woods to walk on foot ln her evening dress in the wet and rain to the nearest point in the city, .has just told of her terrible experience. Tho story Is so strange, and yet people might be so easily exposed to similar adventure, that it is told with a view ot warning society ladles of the danger to which they may be exposed If they get into the hands of a criminal taxi-driver. The lady had been to tho theatre and wore a magnificent evening dress, with some of her finest jewels and a sealskin cloak. As she left the theatre she hailed a taxi, and gave her address to the chauffeur. After he had driven somo distance he stopped to inquire as If he had not remembered tho address. He opened the door to ask, and twice repeated his question, putting his head tn farther each time. When he shut the door and drove away again the lady thought that she noticed a strange odor in the taxi. The Idea suddenly came to her mind that he had left some drug or powder which wag intended to set her asleep; but before she was able to make a move she was overcome, and succumbed to the drug. Tho chauffeur drove away Into a secluded part ot the Bols de Boulogne. When the lady awoke she found her" self In the Bois, surrounded by well- dressed men, who held lanterns and were* divesting her of her Jewels and all her valuables. They also took all ithe money she possessed and her gold purse. She begged them In vain tc leave her at least two franca to drive home In a cab. They told her that she ought to be glad to get away alive, and that if she gave the slightest Information to thc police she would be i dead woman. She was left ln the middle of the Bois and walked to the nearest gate, drenched and cold. She finally reached her home in the morning, more dead than alive, and went to bed. GERMANS RESENT AMERICAN INVASION Berlin Newspaper Objects to Admission of "Snobs" to Sacred Precincts of Royalty. BERLIN, Feb. 27.—Indignation is running high in aristocratic German circles against the ever-swelling Invasion of the German court by rich Americans and a demand fa made that the kaiser put tils toot down against lt, not only because the manners of some of the Americans presented do not come up to the German court standards, but also because the ambitious free born sons and daughters of Uncle Sam crowd out many deserving Germans who ought to have prior right to be admitted to the presence of their ruler. "This year we had 27 Americans admitted to the sacred precincts of the palace," writes one Berlin paper, "and every one of these, will jjo back to the land of the free boasting ot having ing rubbed shoulders with royalty, arousing feelings of intense jealousy in the bosoms of at least 10 or 20 other of his or her friends, who will In the future have no rest or peace until equal favors have been granted them and will immediately set to work getting credentials from the president, a cabinet minister or senator to the American minister here, who then has no choice but tn make an applictitlon to the court hero to get permission to present them, ■ind there is no telling where this will end. The kaiser will either have to hold a special court every year for tho wives and daughters of Chicago pork packers, Pittsburg millionaires, and New York railroad magnates, or he will have to put a limit to the number of people each foreign ambassador shall be permitted to present." America and Connaught. A set rule limiting the number of snobs to be presented, who at heart care nothing for our monarchial institutions, would undoubtedly be greeted with delight by the American minister. The behavior of the people ot New York during tbe recent visit of the Duke* of Connaught and his family to their city, has heaped ridicule upon Americans and made these so-called republicans disgusting In the eyes of all German citizens, high or low, who would neither think of insulting foreign guests in this manner nor of losing tho feeling of their own dignity to such an extent. "The German court ought to receive only foreigners with real claims to distinction, but the mere possession of money does not constitute any such claim any more than a foolish desire to dazzle others in society by the fleeted light of Imperial splendor. If Americans want to behave like a set of raving lunatics at home whenever a person of royal blood happens to get inside the walls of their asylum, we, of course, cannot prevent them from doing so, but .we ought not extend nny special privileges to this particular kind of lunatics when they come over here." C. P. R. BRAKEMAN KILLED. RED DEER, Feb. 27.—John O'Connor, C, P, R. freight brakeman, was killed about 10 miles north of Red Deer through falling under the wheels of the moving train on which he was working. Coroner George and the C. P. R. physician, Dr. Parsons, were taken out on a special train and It was decided that death was caused by his accidentally having slipped. The remains were brought to Red Deer to await Instructions of his people, who live in New Brunswick. MINISTER'S TRIAL Two Prices That's What Tea and Coffee Drinkers Pay • The first is the money paid—comes out of pocket. The second (by far the greater) is the "draft" On the nervous system by caffeine, the tea and coffee drug. It is not merely the "price" but the drug, caffeine, that makes tea and coffee drinking ex- iPensive-—a nerveracking burden! There's genuine economy of money and better health in the regular use of POSTUM In place of tea or coffee. Postum is made of clean, hard wheat—skilfully roasted and blended just like coffee, butwith out the drug, caffeine, which makes tea and coffee, harmful to so many persons. " Boil your Postum until it is dark and rich, and serve with cream and sugar, and understand why. "There's a Reason'- Tea and Coffee Hit Him Hard Indeed. A minister of the gospel writes about Postum: "I was for years a sufferer from headaches—sometimes so violent that, groaning In agony, I would pace tlie floor or garden holding my throbbing head for relief. •'I tried all sorts of remedies known to the allopathic and homeopathic schoolB. Sometimes I thought It waa caused hy the .stomach or biliousness, and again I would suspect, it was purely nervousness and treated myself accordingly, but nothing ever gave me permanent relief. Having to rnwiqar before the public nearly every night, it was sometimes almost Impossible for me to fulfill my engagements. Finally I came to suspect that tha use of tea and coffee had something to do with my disorder and abruptly discontinued the use of both and took on Postum for a trial. "From that happy hour I commenced to mend. Gradually I got better and better aud now I do not have a headache once in six months and all my troubles ate gone to. I am now using nostum exclusively and want no bettor beverage, "I know of others who bave been benefited by the use of Postum In place of coffee. A friend o[ mine hero in Key West, a. hardware merchant, suffered for years with stomach and other troubles while he was using coffee. Final' he quit and began using Postum und got well. Hi devoted to Postum arid when worn and weary with business cares takes a cup of it piping* hot and la a short time feels rested and nourished. , "Some I know have become prejudiced against'Postum because careless or Ignorant cooks try to make It as they would coffee and will not allow lt to boll full 15 minutes, but when they try it again, well boiled, tt stays for lt Is as delicious and snappy as mild, smooth, 'high-grade Java;" Nome given by Canadian Postum Co., ■Windsor, Ont Get the little book "The Road to Wellville, ln pkgs. That the value of the agrioulttifW produce of British Columbia increased from $14,399,090 in 1910 tu Slid,!-;37,893 in 1911 Is the striking statement made by Hon, Price.lSllison tn that portion mi his budget speech which deals with agriculture. The minister said in part; "I am glad, Blr, therefore to be able to report that the year 1911 has been a good one. And yet I venture to say that 'good' might have been better still. In proportion to the vast opportunities open to this industry In British Columbia, we might have made even a better showing than we have. One cause seems still to check any sensational development of agriculture in a degree corresponding with some other enterprises in this great province. I ra**» to the want ot transportation facili- It ls a comforting reflection however to remind ourselves that this cause will soon be removed by the rapid expansion of roads and railways now under construction. Production Grows Rapidly. Our produce in 1910 was valued at $14,962,090, while on the other hand the value of imported produce from other provinces iu the Dominion and from the bnited States was "{14,962,904. The people of British Columbia were therefore dependent for a little more than 60 per cent of their food-stuffs on Imported produce. "In 1911 the figures were f20.837.893 of home products against $14,709,854 o£ imports. The former therefore outstripped the latter by more than $6,000,000, the percentage being 68.6 to 41.4. It the population had remained stationary this Increased percentage would have been even higher. "Moreover, It must be remembered that we are only at the threshold of a time which will open out the lands of British Columbia to the axe and plow of the settler. Lands cannot be laid out here in neatly-squared sections, as in the prairie provinces. Mountain ranges have to be rounded off, rivers have to he spanned, and the measuring rod of the surveyor cannot here perform its task with the ease and precision of a leveling plane. The day has already begun to dawn when railways will penetrate our rich arable lands, north, south, east and west, bringing settlers to the soil, and produce to the coast. * i Is an Advertisement. "It must be remembered also that the very drawback of a large part of our food-stuffs being Imported has nevertheless this twofold advantage: "1. It points to the fact that the population of this province has Increased by leaps and bounds, so that the demand for food-stuffs has long outgrown the supply. "2. The shortage in our home grown crops to supply the needs of our population is in itself an advertisement to settlers to take up a farming life. "If an incoming settler had to be told that the food products of the province were in excess of the demand, and he ..ould have to fight In competition with other farmers for the provincial markets, tho suggestion might in part deter him from embarking'on the enterprise. "But when he knows that for many years he can raise crops, all of which will be loudly called for, and will never be under the necessity of exporting them, he will come to seek his fortune from farming since it Is acknowledged that the home market is always the best. Fruit Crops. "The year 1911 wub an> off .year for fruit, the 1910 crop being a bumper one. The 1911 crop did not amount to 50 per cc-nt of the produce of 1910, 1,000 carloads being exported that year against less than 500 In Mil. Present indications point to record crops in 1912, given even moderate climatic conditions. "It is well known that fruit oulture requires a certain number of years for complete bearing, so that the fact ot the vastly Increased acreage under cultivation, together with the lapse of time after planting will cause the output to increase by something like geometrical progression in future,years. "A tree which will produce only halt a box in the fifth year after planting Will yield one and a half In the sixth, and perhaps four, or even five, In the seventh. Poultry Farming. "The increase in poultry farming has been the outstanding feature of tho year. There has been indeed a phenomenally forward movement. I may perhaps be permitted to point to the success of tbe egg collecting system in the Cowichan creamery as a striking Illustration of the great work which cooperation may do in the future in improving farming prospects generally. Tobacco Growing. "This Industry has been successfully established both at Kelowna and else- whore and the department, who have secured the services of a tobacco growing expert, have no doubt that the acreage under cultivation for this purpose will in future years increase. Tl Trenton Merchant Driven To Despair Bj The Pain. And here, sir, may I venture to express my belief that there is no educational work in any government department ln tbe Dominion so thorough and effective as that of British Columbia. 'Take for instance tho packing schools. Nothing has done more for fruit growing than theso, nothing has been more appreciated by fruit farmers themselves. As an illustration it may be remarked that in 1911 75 per cent of all the fruit packed for commercial purposes came from packing school pupils. Experimental Trees. "Valuable educational work has also been done with regard to the distribution of experimental trees, and fruit farmers hove gradually learned how Important are the accumulated effects ot correct methods of fruit culture from the very start. Irrigation. "All members of the house will be aware of the Immense Importance to fruit culture of scientific methods of Irrigation. The government have been fortunate In securing the eminent services of Professor Etcheverry of the University of California, who has prepared a bulletin on Irrigation methods and application of water which Is j/bout to be published. Fruit Inspection. 'I should be doing scant justice to this subject If I were to omit a brief reference to the value of the protective work done last year by the fruit inspection branch of tbe department It tbe tendency of the human mind to think only of the ills from whioh we suffer, and to forget the ills from whioh we have been preserved. But I make bold to say that preventative work bas never been so sweeping and effective as tn 1911. "British Columbia in fact possess*** an up-to-date system ot inspection which will compare favorably with any other In the world. With the headquarters of the inspector ot pests ln Vancouver, and with 20 quarantine offices from the north of the province to the boundary every Imported tree has been Inspected, every box of fruit watched, and, to prove that the system ls rigorous, there have been immense quantities of lnfeoted nursery stock and fruit cremated during the year. "Tho demonstration of spraying has had good effects, the department having established spraying power outfits ln different fruit producing centres ln the province. Live Stock Branch. "Perhaps, however, the most vitally Important preventive work of all has been done ln the fight against bovine tuberculosis. "Of all foods in the world, milk is the most sensitive to malignant germs, and it is not so generally known as it ought to be that bovine tuberculosis can be conveyed not only to children, but also to adults through milk. "The silent work done by our four veterinary Inspectors may be estimated when I inform the house that the percentage of reactors to the tuberculin test has very materially decreased during the last two years. "It Is gratifying to observe that tho majority of farmers have seen the Importance of supplying pure milk, and have co-operated with the department In consenting to have their herds tested by our Inspectors. "I may add that I have a bill before the house so framed as to Include compulsory Inspection. "There has been an encouraging growth in farmers' Institutes In the past year, there now being 66, with a membership of about 6,300, Institutes being found as far north as the upper gkcena, and southwards to East Kootenay and the Boundary. "The main object of these Institutes is co-operation among the farmers with respect to (11 marketing produce, (2) securing supplies. "Such co-operation Is the more necessary In a country where distances are great and railways and roads are few and far between, and where the fact tbat the provincial supply of food products Is far less than the demand should, through lhe absence of stress of competition, render co- operation more cordial and more attracted toward mutual help. One of thc main objects Is to secure stumping powder for land clearing purposes at a greatly reduced price through an arrangement made by the government with the powder and transportation companies. Women's Institutes. This movement is spreading rapidly and has for Its object the Improvement of homo life in the rural districts and the conditions under which women live. An advisory board of four women from different parts of the province has been appointed to give advice to the department on matters relating to women in home work. ' "•"I'MBB "Leotures and demonstrations by prominent experts have been conducted during the paat year in the ordinary "epring and fall meetings ot the institutes." _.A' Made of Canadian Wheat in a Canadian Factory..by Canadian Labor... Canadian Postum Cereal Company, Limited, Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Apiculture. "The culture of bees has taken firm hold on the province, but like tobacco growing is a kind of industry which re- aulres the educative stimulus of scientific experts from the department. This stimulus has been accorded with gratifying results. ■■ •'■• "Horticulture ts one of the largest sections of the department,, jreaulrlng the services of five trained offlclala in different parts of the province, "FRUIT-A-TIVES" CURED HIM TrknTon, Ont. Jan. 29th, 1909. "I was a dreadful sufferer for many years from Stomach and Liver Trouble —but my greatest suffering was from violent headaches. They were so distressing tbat I almost bad to give up my business. I went lo Toronto, consulted specialists and wore glasses, but nothing did me any good and the headaches became intolerable. I was then induced to try "Fruit-a- tives" and from the beginning, I was better, and in a short time I was quite well again—no more headaches—aud I threw my glasses away. "Ifniit-a-tives" not only cured my headaches, but completely cured me of all indigestion, and restored me to perfect health again." W. J. McCOMB. "Fruit-a-tives1 ia tbe greatest cure for headaches in the world and is the only medicine made of fruit juices. "Fruit-a-tives" will always cure Headaches, Indigestion and all Stomach aud Bowel Troubles. 50c. a box, 6 for $2.50, or trial size, 25c. At all dealers or from Fruit-a-tives Limited, Ottawa. WOULD SAVE OYSTER FROM CRUEL DEATH Spokane Animal Lovers to Investigate Reports of Its Fiendish Torture —Humane Society Busy. SPOKANE, Wash., Feb. 27.—To tear a poor, defenseless, living oyster from Its shell, prick lt with a two-pronged fork, smother it with lemon Juice and oil, sprinkle it with Bait and pepper and then swallow lt whole, is cruelty. This is the decision of the humane societies In eastern states and members of the Spokane Humane society have been asked to start an Investigation aimed at the suppression of the practice here. Just because an oyster can not let out a yell and squirm and wince and wiggle when some epicure pokes a dozen holes in it ls no sign that the succulent bivalves are devoid of feeling, President John Craft of the state oyster commission ot Alabama has Btated. "The poor chump ot an oyster seems to be in bad," declared Mr. Craft in a recent address at Mobile "It has as much lite and feeling as any animal and deserves as much sympathy. "When I first started this campaign I was laughed at, but fashionable diners are gradually coming to believe that a fresh oyster that has just died is better than one that ls alive." Mrs, Joseph R. Robertson, 619 Howard street one of the leading humane society workers of Spokane, who carries a star to make arrests of teamsters who beat horses on the South Side hill, took up the matter today. "I do not know why eating oysters alive is not Inhuman," said Mrs. Rob- erson, "but the problem has never come before me before. I intend to study lt and if I agree with Mr. Craft I will try to have the practice stopped here. "I wish he had given some directions about how to kill an oyster however. I am sure I have not the least Idea how to go about It. Tou could hardly chop their heads off, and, while I never ate an oyster In my life, I am sure I would not want one that had been chloroformed." FOR GRAND TRUNK EXTENSION MONTREAL, "Feb. 27.—At the office of Vice-President Pitzhugh ot the Grand Trunk Railway company bids were opened today for the construtlon of the roadbed and buildings of tho Southern "New England railway, which Is to be the name of the Grand Trunk extension from Palmer, Mass., to Providence, R.I., where the Grand Trunk plans extensive terminal facilities and steamship connections. The contracts call for the completion of everything in connection with the road by the end of next year. FACTS Practical Information British Columbia Particularly Regarding the Fort George "A woman can be Just as self-reliant and independent as a man," said Mr. Mcekton's wife, defiantly. "Mebbo she can, Henrietta; mebbe she can. But not while she wears dresses that hook up the back." "You see that man at the door? Well, he is a nitrate king." "What ore you talking about? He's n cabman," "Exactly. That's where his night rate kingship cornea In." PhH-rWn Tiff-an N-PArrl * l"***-*1* you cannot be too ■cnuoren utten neeu wefuI whatyougivathem. Harsh purgatives Injure the bowels and pave the way for ig troubles. The new avaouant Ii does the work most effectively without Irritating the bowels or causing any discomfort. The children like them for they taste like, candy. One of the moat popular of the NA-DRU-CO preparations, - 28c. a box. If your drucclst haa not roi tiocktd thorn, Bond 25c «ndwt will mall thara. 20 National Druf and Chemical Company of Canada, Umlta-d, ■ ■ Mcatr—I and Surrounding Country in'which over 200,000 Acres si Farm Land have been Reserved and Surveyed for Pre-emptors ONLY For the past two years we have published a pamphlet ln whioh ls given all Information available about Fort George and Central British Columbia. We have continuously made publle the outstanding facts; That there is no prairie land in the Fort George District; That with the exception of small areas of open meadows, the land is covered with a growth of timber, some light and some heavy; That 50 per cent of the land li light toil, with sand and gravel ridges; That the main rivers, such as the Fraser, Neohaoo, Stuart and Salmon are mostly from 50 to 250 feet below the bench land through which they run; That there Is an abundance of pure water in oreeks, lakes and rivers; That the climate is superb; and That one acre of tho good land is worth as much as five acres in any other part of Western Canada. The truth is good enough about Fort George and we are publishing this advertisement so that the intending Bet- tier and Investor shall know the truth and not be misled by exaggerated reports of the Fort Georg edistrlct whether good or bad. Fort George is the "Hub of B.C.,;' and the centre of an empire rich in natural resources—fruit and farm land, timber and mineral land. You should know all about this vast new country. Write to us for the "B.C. Bulletin of Information" and "Facts," both free. Natural Resources Security Co., Ltd. Joint Owners and Sole Agents Tort George Townsite 580 BOWER BUILDING VANCOUVER B.C. WEDNESDAY ... FEBRUARY 28 Ctie Batt? $ttofl. PAQE THREB ^ THE \i "* •ncreas'nS enormously \ Can we tell you the DEMAND \ Reason Why? "A Trial Package will bring Enlightenment" "UP CEYLON TEAS "ARE DELICIOUS TEAS" BUCK, MIXED OR NATURAL GREEN SEALED PACKAGES ONLY REFUSE SUBSTITUTES U Kootenag and Boundary RUSH CLEARING AT BUSY BOSWELL Ranchers Carry on Extensive Operations—Will Organize Conservative Association (Special to The Dally News.) BOSWELL, B.C., Feb. Z7.—A meeting of the residents of Boswell and district will be held on March 3 ln the new schoolhouse immediately after the arrival of the Kuskanook for the purpose or organizing a Conservative association. Addresses will be given by J. E. Annable, James Johnstone and others. A record attendance la anticipated. A new road ls being constructed by G-. Bartley and A. Kennedy leading from the present government road to their ranches. This will be a great convenience to the settlement, making, as It will, tho post- office more accessible Indications that spnnp Is not so very SMMsGure STOPS COUGHS PRICE. IS CENTS CANADIAN — PACIFIC Reduced Rates From EASTERN CANADA Second Class Colonist Tickets on sale Commencing March 1st and continuing dally until April 15th. Montreal to Nelson $47.70 Toronto to Nelson $41.05 Stop over privileges. Correspondingly low rates from other eastern Canadian points to all stations in British Columbia. Further information and particulars on application to R. K. SCARLETT, City Passenger and Ticket Agent. F. L. PADDEN, Depot Tiokt Agt. J. A. McDONALD. D.P.A., Nelson. far away la shown by the tremendous activity with which clearing operations are being pushed forward. J. Uoupland, D. Crowtlter, D. A. Davidson, P. Kit-by and several others are engaged in thla work. They intend clearing up a big lot of land before the small fruits demand alf their time and attention. A long chute has been built by M. Quinn from his top bench to tlie lake. By this means he finds he can handle tho ties he is cutting for the C.P.R. far quicker than by any other means. Rev. C. Reed of Balfour held a church service at Westmorland ranch on Thursday last. In spite of the weather the congregation was large. On Saturday next some of the Boswell bachelors are giving a whist drive in the school. The ladies have offered to assist with tbe refreshments. A. MaGkle, manager of Earl Gray's ranch, expects his wife to Join him from the old country In a few days. Thanks are due to S. U. Cummins of CK>at creek for a donation to the library of several books and magazines. The maximum temperature recorded at the Dominion government meteorological station for the week ending Feb. 28 was 45 degrees' on Feb. 28, and the minimum 23.6 degrees, on Feb. 23. SHOW SYMPATHY REGINA, Sask., Feb. 27.—In view of the death of thc Infant son of Hon, J. A. Calder the legislature did not do business this afternoon. On behalf of themselves and their respective parties Hon, W. R. Motherwell and Mr. Haultain expressed their sympathy for the acting premier and his wife ln their (bereavement and the house Immediately adjourned for the day. WILL BUILD LETHBRIDGE RAILWAY THIS SUMMER LETHBRIDGE, Alta., Feb. 27—The first consignment of equipment for the municipal railway has arrived and work will be started Immediately and It Is expected that 11 mlleB of road will be built this summer. SEVENTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS FOR NIGHT SHELTER MONTREAL, Feb. 27—A majority of the board of control has decided that the $76,000 given "to the poor of the city" by the eccentric will of tho late Gustave Meurling shall be devoted to the erection of a night refuge where the poor and homeless may find shelter. CLAIMS CAR SHOP PROPERTY SHOULD HAVE BEEN TAXED CALGARY, Alta., Feb. 27.-An appeal against the non-assessment of the land brought into the city under the car shops agreement has heen filed with the city clerk by ex-Alderman Ross who states that by reason of the ommtsslon to make this assessment his taxes have increased 5 per cent, an amount he claims every ratepayer wil] have to pay to make up the revenue lost ito the city through not taxing the property. City Clerk Miller today filed with Judge Carpenter copies of the notices of appeal with Which he had been served. The Judge Is expected to announce the date of the hearing within a month from yesterday which was the last day for filing notices of appeal. PETER MILLER MISSING PRINCE ALBERT, Sask., Feb. 27.-It ls reported from Rldgedale, Sask., In the Melford district, that a homesteader named Peter Miller has been missing since last fall when ho was last aeen working with a threshing outfit. The story is that a neighboring farmer named Black took a telegram to Miller's -nlace relating to the death of Miller's brother. Mr. Miller's coat and clothing are in the house but thf-re is no trace of the owner. fteritlih Absorption Determine: ^c"y the Yield in Baking Purity Flour requires the maximum amount of water to produce perfect baking results. I_~~^r^~~"\ Western ^ hard wheat, perfectly ^ m i 11 e d, i n - sures perfect granulation. This determines the power of absorption. Using more water you can always insure with p PURITY FLOUR " More Bread and Better Bread ", CALGARY PLANS MANY BRIDGES Over Six Hundred Thousand Dollars Involved in Structures Proposed by City Council CALG-ARY, Alta., Feb. ST.—The city engineer has prepared estimates of the various bridges required and the total amount of money to be spent to construct these ■bridges, if such a course Is finally decided on by the council, will be $828,200. The location of the bridges and the cost of each as shown in the engineer's report which has just been submitted to the commissioners are as follows: A bridge across the Bow river at Fourth street weBt, *21,000; o- bridge acrosB the Bow at Fourteenth street west, $162,750; a ibrldge across the Elbow at Fourth street west, $102,760; a bridge across the Bow river at the present site of the Louise bridge, $74,550. It will be some time yet before an estimate can be submitted for tho proposed high level bridge at Centre street. It is however, considerea mat tne conservative figure for a reinforced concrete bridge will be Bomewhere in the neighborhood of $300,000. . i ROVERS TO PLAY SLOCAN TEAMS Provincial Intermediate Champions Wil Meet Sandon and New Denver Today and Tomorrow . The Nelson Rovers will leave this morning for Sandon where they play the senior hockey team tonight Tomorrow night the Rovers will play the New Denver seniors at New Denver. The Nelson lineup ls: Goal. T. Boyes; point, J. Miller; cover, N. B. Cummins; rover, Fred Grant; centre. W. Ferguson; right wing, J. A. Ferguson; left wing, Ed. Murphy. F. Greyerblehl and W. J. Riley will accompany the team as managers. COAL ROADS CASE ON TRIAL COLUMBUS, O., Feb. 27.—The government's suit against the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway company and a number of railroad and coal companies was called for trial in the federal court here today. The defendant companies are charged with maintaining a combination and conspiracy ln restrain of commerce in the mining, transportation and sale of bituminous coal from western Pennsyl- vanlt, West Virginia and Ohio. SCOTTISH CUP DRAW ' GLASGOW, Scotland, Feb. 27—The draw for the semi finals ot the Scottish cup was made today and resulted as follows: Aberdeen or Celtic vs. Hearts of Midlothian or Greenoch Morton, and Third Lanark v. Clyde. TABER AND CALGARY PLAY OFF TONIGHT CALGARY, Alta., Feb. 27.—Manager Gravell of the Calgary Athletic club team received a message from W. Northey, Trustee of ithe Allan cup, this morning ordering Taber and Calgary to play off for the Alberta championship tomorrow night. It also stated that tbe winners of this game will play the Victories of Winnipeg In Winnipeg on Saturday and Monday next. BREAK ICE NEAR QUEBEC QUEBEC Feb. 27—The government Ice breaker Montcalm after Its successful trip to Seven Islands is now engaged In busking up against the Ice bridge above Quebec. The boat haa made dally trips to the solid formation up the river and it has already cut away quite a block of the Ice making good* progress In the work. MINING WILL BE ACTIVE AT BAYONNE CAMP With the Opening of Spring, Work on Several Claims Will Be Pushed. VANCOUVER, B. C, Feb. 27.—According to visitors from the Nelson district property owners in Bayonne camp are Impatiently awaiting the advent of spring, when lt is expected .that the wagon road from Creston, which was partially constructed last summer, will be completed to the camp and the transportation problem soved, at least for present needs. Bayonne camp has attracted more than passing attention on the part of mining men. Its proximity to Sheep Creek, which has been a heavy producer of the yellow . metal, and the number and enormous size of the veins already opened up. making it a particularly attractive locality. Several of the properties have been deveoped to the point where all uncertainty as to their value ls banished, and it is said that tho leading group, the Bayonne, from which the camp takes its name, has at the present time at least $2,000,- 000 worth of free milling ore blocked out, ready for stopelng and shipping as soon as means are provided for its transportation. The Bayonne Is owned by Hlckey, Wagner nnd associates, of Butte, Mont* who propose resuming active developments next spring. Another Item of interest In the camp will be the opening up .of the Echo- Josephlne group of 18 claims. This property Is a consolidation of two groups owned by Messrs. Maher, Stewart and others, and a deal ls now pending whereby eastern capital will become associated with them to the extent of thoroughly developing and equipping the property with machinery for ore extraction. The Echo-Josephine ia fortunate In having an abundance of water for milling purposes, so that the ore can be treated on the ground saving all costs of transportation except the Initial expense of bringing In the machinery over the new wagon road. 'I don't wemember What I ate, but I had an awful dweam." "What waa It, old chap?" "I dwoamed my valet went away without lacing'my shoes." LIBERAL SENATOR INSULTS LABOR Sir Richard Cartwright Adopts Patronizing and Unfair Attitude Toward Working Men, Says 8tar. Sir Richard Cartwrlght, once a Liberal but lately a senator, delivered a speech in thu senau- yesterday In defence of his pet "annuities scheme," which took a tone toward the working men of Canada that we venture to say has seldom been heard in this country since the days of the Family Compact, says the Montreal Star. The high tory- ism of that time had, most of us thought pretty well vanished; and it ts -more curious than important to hear u belated echo of It today from what is nominally known as the "Liberal" side of the senate. But the echo was quite distinct, Sir Richard, while "prepared" in the most patronizing manner, "to do justice to the vlrtures dlspayed by many of the working classes," felt bound tu say that he "still thought a great many of the working classes- are unhappily grossly improvident and a great many are In the habit of expending on their personal indulgence sums which, if properly used, would put theta far beyond want in their old age." Quite so. It is, of course, the "working classes" who are chiefly conspicuous for "expending sums on personal Indulgence." The laboring man simply must have his motor car to take him to work in the morning; and his pampered wife cannot get along with less than three servants and a lapdog. At noon he lunches at his "club" and smokes a choice Havana afterwards, while waiting for the echoes of the 1 o'clock whistle to die away. Then he must have three kinds of wine at dinner and accompany his wife to her box at the opera. Oh. the working man Is a "sad dog" when it comes to indulging his love of the good thlngB of life! He can even afford to pay his share of the $2,500 a year Which the wealthy senator gets for attending a few hours a week in the senate chamber, and moralizing on the "unhappily grossly improvident habits of the working classes." At all events, every one will admit tbat the senators are usually quite a distinct body from tho "working classes"—at least so far as their senatorial duties are concerned. If It Is a disgrace to work for one's living, they— officially—escape It. We say "officially" because there are hard working and patriotic citizens In the senate who earn their livings fast enough outside of that Castle of Ease; and we imagine that they will feel much as the rest of us do to hear talk of this qunllty emanating from a body which should be the last to chide the "working classes" for "personal indulgence" or "gross Improvidence." When a working mnn gets half as much for a full year's hard toll on which to feed and clotne a ■mm- ily as a senator gets for keeping awake an hour or two in the afternoon when his upper—very upper—house Is not taking recess the said member of the "working classes" considers himself "dead lucky." and goes in occasionally for the "gross Improvidence" of a atreet car picnic with "the kids" on a holiday. Of course, the worklngman has not forgotten how Sir Richard's annuity scheme was bom. There was n healthy agitation In this country in favor of old age pensions—something for which the average senator should have a kindly fellow-feeling. The people were convinced that the government Bhould make it Impossible for a crippled and worn out veteran In the "army of labor" to know want ln his declining years. It became necessary for the government to net. Then Sir Richard stepped Into the breach with his annuities Bchemc—a plan for enabling the crippled worklngman to lift himself by his own boot straps. If the working classes would only be provident and eschew personal Indulgence, and not riot in luxurious living on their few dollars a week nnd a family-to-feed, - they could buy themselves annuities from Sir Richard's department, and so have all the advantages of a llfe-sen- atorshlp on a fourth of the money. That was Sir Richard's substitute for pensioning the veterans of labor. We would like to see him trying It on the veterans of war. What would the nation say If the government took the position that it would do nothing for its veteran soldiers unless they had the "providence" to use a part of their pay during the camnnlgn to purchase annuities? But If they were so "grossly improvident" as to eat three meals a day when thoy could get them, if they expended sums on their "personal indulgence"—possibly supplementing the "rations" occasionally—which might have *gone for annuities, why, then. THE GOUGH MUST BE CURED. THE SYSTEM BUILT UP. Tbe function of Mathieu's Syrup of Tar and Cod Uver OU ia to do this double duty. The Tar cures the cough. The Cod Liver Oil strengthens the system. No other agents equal these. soother combination is so successful as Mathieu's Syrup of Tar and Cod Liver Oil. So wonderful is this remedy that it is shipped each season in car-loads. Large bottle 35 cents. Bold everywhere. Whts h»dwhe »d ftm *r*. pmta1 with a cold take M*thleu'i N**rrt«« Powderi to reduce Ihe ttwtt and ■"*»**•£«■■„. J-Jt Vatkle* Co.. Prop*-- Sotrbmfce. Que. (Si Distributors for Western C nodn FOLBY BROS. LARSON & COMPANY Winnipeg, Edmonton, Vancouver Saskatoon. they could starve In their old age. Would any civilized nation take such an attitude toward Its "thin red line of 'eroes?" Well, that Is the attitude which Sir Richard proposes to take toward the no less heroic men ln the greasy overall, who work hard year in and year out, who raise their families without the help of the state, but who may be stricken down at any moment by accident or disease, and compelled to live on the charity of others. We do not believe for a. moment that the conscience of the country has fossilized In this fashion. We do not believe that It ls only our politicians tn whom we are willing to grant old age pensions In the form of cushioned seats in the senate. We believe that the big heart of the Canadian people—once they understand the situation—will fn- slst upon insuring every soldier of labor against want in his old age—and upon insuring his wife as well. Tt will cost but little. Practically all of our people will take care of their own old age If they keep their health. But exceedingly few of them can be sure thnt they will be beyond (he reach of want If sickness or disaster cripples them while they have still many years tn live. It is the fear of the possibility that they may be mained In the battle thnt we want to banish. Thc cases which must be actually helped will he very, very few. Rut the lives from which the dread of want will he driven will he very, very many. It Is not "gross Improvidence" nor "personal Indulgence" which will thrust our "working classes" into that position—It is the swift stroke of accident or the mysterious visitation of disease. STARTLING PLANS " TO GOVERN SERVIA Conspirators May Demand Abdication of King Peter in Near Future— Must Dismiss Radicals. BERLIN, Feb. 27.—Startling news comes from Servia, with full details of a fresh officers' conspiracy. The Belgrade papers, among them the Tribuna, a Journal which is friendly to the government, report the story of the plot. The paper anticipates serious events, as the conspiracy springs from the Officers' League, known as the "Black Hand," and a political union bearlnR the title "Eternity or Death." "The situation," says the pnper, "is precisely Blmllar to that of 1903. A secret league of officers Is preparing a coup d'etat; a military dictatorship Is at hand. Between the war minister, M. Stepanovltch, and the Crown Prince Alexander, enmity exists, which leads to violent scenes. Signs of a revolution increase. Before it Is too late, it Is to be hoped that some Iron hand will effect a change," Banish all Opponents. The Belgrade Novostl relates that the Black Hand has succeeded In banishing all opponents from the capital, and has sent death warrants to the old Radical leaders, Pasltch, Protltch and Stano- jevltch. In the Neuss Welner Tagblatt the conspiracy Ib ascribed to the dissatisfaction of the officers with the material and political conditions of the country. The Neue Prele Presse reports that all the young officers connected with the conspiracy of 1903 are concerned In this Plot. Their chief Is nn Influential officer of the general staff. Major Dlmltlrevltch. They excluded their former leader. Colonel Mlsltch, as they considered him unreliable. The conspirators demand that King Peter shall either dismiss the Radicals or abdicate In favor of the crown prince. Meanwhile, the crpwn prince has separated himself from the conspirators, while the war minister remains: on ..their side. All the government "I Suffered Intense Pains in My Left Side." Do you realize it is better to be safe than sorry, that it is the best policy to lock the stable door before the horse is stolen? Dr. Miles' Heart Remedy cured Mrs. C. C. Gokey, of a stubborn case of heart disease, such as thousands are now suffering with. Read what she says: "Before I began taking Dr. Miles' Heart Remedy I had been suffering from heart trouble lor over five years. I had grown so weak that It was impossible lor mc to do thirty minutes work in a whole day. I suffered intense pains in niv leftside and under the left shoulder blade, I could nut sleep on the left side, and was so short of breath that 1 thought I should never be able to take a full breath again. The least excitement* would bring on the mo,aiaf •to***-.WiMtpcg ud Calfary GOLDEN WIL-. GIVE PUBLICITY TO DISTRICT (Special to The Dally News.) GOLDEN; B.C., Feb. 27—At a recent public meeting held here It was decided to reorganize the Golden board of trade und put forth 'a vigorous effort to Home Grown Fruit Trees We bave a large supply of Apple Trees, also Plums, Cherries, Peaches, Pears, etc. AH guaranteed home grown stock. Write for catalogue and price Ust to The Riverside Nurseries Comprising 120 Acres GRAND FORKS, B.C. Thomson's Writing Tablets We have only two classes of stock: Fine Grades—For those Who are aesthetic ln the matter of stationery. Good Grades—At moderate price for those who just want a plain paper of reasonably good quality. Our "Old Saxony" tablet linen finish delights those who like a fine quality of paper. Note size. 26c; Empress size 40c; Letter size, 50c. Our Rubicon tablet Is a good writing paper at a moderate cost. Note size 16c; Letter size, 25c. Then we have them at all Intermediate prices. -v-t* '-,-^T"V Thomson's for Writing Tablets. ■' "* W. G. THOMSON Phone 34 Bookseller and Stationer Nelson, B. C. bring this district's advantages before the notice of prospective settlers. Tbe following officers were elected: President C. A. Warren; first vice- president, C. A. Canders; executive, N, Ar. Foulkes, W. B- Grubbe and C. H. Parson; secretary "treasurer, A. J. Mitchell. The next meeting is to be held un March 5. The annual meeting of the Golden Conservative association is to be held on Wednesday evening, March 6. Louts LeBourdafs, who has been in charge of the commercial telegraph office here, has been transferred to Vernon. CRAWFORD BAY TO HOLD FAIR AGAIN Farmers' Institute Receives Many Orders for Supplies from Ranchers Who Believe in Co-operation {Special to The Dally News.) CRAWFORD BAY, B.C. Feb. 27—A very well attended meeting of the Farmers' Institute was held in the hall last week, the Imajorlty of the members turning out, a number even coming from Gray creek In spite of the bad weather. The report of the delegate to the central convention was received; preliminary arrangements made for the holding of a horticultural show, and orders were given for feed, spraying material and Btumplng powder. With regard to the latter, exactly double the quantity Is being is being ordered this spring as compared with last year. At the conclusion of the business refresh ments were served by the ladles after which dancing and cards were much enjoyed by all present. LONG IS REAPPOINTED POLICE CHIEF AT R06SLAND (Special to The Dally News.) ROSSLAND, B,C. Feb. 27—The police commissioners have reappointed T. H. Long as chief of police and Alex. Stewart as night patrolman with permission to carry out such other duties as have been placed upon them under the rearranged plan adopted by the city council a short time back. A grant of {3,000 ls being asked for from the provincial government to establish a satisfactory sewerage system in connection with the local hospital, the present one constituting a serious menace to public health. CRAWFORD BAY HOTEL MAN SEEKS LICENSE (Special to The Dally Newa.) CRAWFORD BAY, B.C., Feb. 27— Archdeacon Beer of Kaslo was a i ttor here last week end and officiated on Sunday at the usual Church of Eng land ichurch service iftit which there was an excellent attendance. M, F. Shaw of Mawdsley, Shaw & Co. came In for a couple of days on bus! ness. He reports several land deals as likely io go through In the very nenr future. J. T. Black, chief provincial constable, wns a visitor to the bay looking into the mutter of the application for a Mqnor license by the owner of the Crawford Bay hotel. V. Locke and E. Uhthroff have returned from Kaslo. \This Date in History. On Pel). 2.8, 1900, Gen. Buller accomplished the relief of Ladysmitb. In the Boer war liie first operations were directed against I.mlysnilUt hy the Boers and although they Buffered several defeats they made a determined advance and Invested Ladyemlth on Nov. 2, ISM, General White was in command of the British garlson and won everlasting fame for' his heroic eland against the Boers. Here my man Is a piece of loaf cake. I hope you will like lt. "I tlnk I will, ma'am, If de Ingredients is only half as pleasing ter de taste as de name Is ter de earl" Biggar Why Everybody Is Looking to Biggar, the Base of G.T.P. Operations In Saskatchewan It has unexcelled railway connections ; two transcontinental lines and three branches. Divisional point on the G.T.P. main line terminal point for branches. Natural flow of pure water, one and a quarter million gallons dally. Magnificent climate. Splendid site rising on both sides from the railway In gentle slope. Good drainage, Abundance of fuel, Large supply of timber. Sawmill already working, Vast area of arable land. Mineral waters of Its lake (six miles long) a sure attraction to tourists and health seekers. Rapidly Increasing population ln the town and also the surrounding country. The large expenditure for civic Improvements now under way is evidence past the peradventure of a doubt of the progress made In this new centre, and constitutes a guarantee of Its future. Don't Hiss This Chance Aply for full information to JOHN COOPER Alan Block, Baker St., Nelson, B.C. Furniture and Linoleums is our specialty 200 Rugs and Good Draperies On Hand D.J.ROBERTSON Nelson, B.C. The B. C. Assay and Chemical Supply Co. Limited Laboratory equipment for assayer and chemists. Complete assay outfits furnished. Agents for Way's Pocket Smelter outfits for prospectors and mining men. 613 Pender St,, Vancouver, B.C. RANCHERS YOU NEED The Pitner Parlor Lamp A gentleman In Queens Bay who has one is delighted with It. Ho finds It soft and easy to the eyes, and says he can ready by It with comfort much longer than he could by the oil lamp. It is the common opinion, \ Price (16.00 C. P. 126 The PitnerLight Co., Nelson 218 Baker Street. In Boys Wagons We Lead The Artillery car, the best wagon on the market today. WITH RUBBER TIRES Small Medium Large $5.00 $6.00 WTH STEEL TIRES $7.00 Small Medium Large $4.00 $4.75 S5.00 THE CANADIAN EXPRESS A good solid wagon with steel tires Small Medium Large S3.00 34.50 OUR SPECIAL A good cheap wagon $5.00 Small Medium Large $1.75 52.25 Come and see them. S3.00 Canada Drug & Book Co. Ltd. Phone 81 Nelson's Pioneer Drug Store P.O. Box S02 MAIL ORDERS A SPECIALTY TheCanadianBank of Commerce SIR EDMUND WALKER, C.V.O., LL.D., D.C.L., President ALEXANDER LAIRD, Gen. -.lanager Capital $11,000,000 Rest 9, 00,000 Travellers' Cheques Issued by the Canadian Bank of Commerce are the most convenient form In which to carry money when traveling. They are negotiable everywhere, self- Identifying, and the exact amount payable ln the principal foreign countries Ib printed on the face of every cheque. The cheques are Issued In denominations of $10, $20, $50, $100 and $200 and may be obtained on application at the bank. In connection with Its Travelers' Cheques The Canadian Bank of Commerce has Issued a booklet entitled "Information of Interest to Those About to Travel," which will be sent free to anyone applying for It. Nelson Branch, J. S. Munro, Man. Bank of Montreal ESTABLISHED 1817 Capital All Paid-up.. ..$16,000,000 Rest 15,000,000 HEAD OFFICE: MONTREAL Rt. Hon. Lord Strathcona and Mount Royal. G.C.M.G., Hon. President R. B. Angus, Esq., president Sir Edward S. Clouston, Bart, Vice- President H. V. Meredith, Esq,, Gen. Manager Branches tri British Columbia Armstrong, Athalmer, Chilliwack, Cloverdale, Enderby, Greenwood, iTou- mer, Kamloops, Kelowna, Merritt, Nelson, New Denver. New Westminster, Nicola, Pentloton, Port Alberni, Port Hanoy, Prince Rupert, Princeton, Boss- land, Summerland, Vancouver, Vancouver ("Main street), Vernon, Victoria, West Summerland. Nelaon Branch, L. B. DeVeber, Mgr. Imperial Bank of Canada HEAD OFFICE: TORONTO Capital Authorized $10,000,000 Capital Paid-up 6,000,000 Reserve Fund 6,000,000 Total Assets 72,000,000 v. R. WiiKie, President Hon. Robert Jaffray, Vice-President Branches -In British Columbia; Arrowhead, Chase, Cranbrook, Fernie, Golden, Kamloops, Michel, New Michel, Nelson, Revelstoke, Vancouver, Victoria and Wilmer. A general banking business transacted. SAVINGS DEPARTMENT Interest allowed on deposits at sur- rent rate from date of deposit Nelson Branch, J. H. D. Benson, Mgr The Royal Bank of Canada Incorporated 1869 Capital Paid-up $ 6,200,000 Reserved and Undivided Pro'lti $ 7,200,000 Total Assets $100,000,000 HEAD OFFICE: MONTREAL 165 branches In Canada and Newfoundland; u agencies in Cuba and Porto Rico. British West Indies: Bahamas—Nassau; Barbadoes — Bridgetown; Jamaica—Kingston; Trinidad— Port of Spain and San Fernando. London, England, 2 bank buildings. Princes street E. C. New York City, 68 William street. Business accounts carried upon favorable terms. Savings department at all branches. Nelson Branch, A. B. Netherby, Man. High Grade Building Materials We bave always ln stock lime and cement, common brick, pressed brick, tire brick, fire day, plaster of parts, wood fibre, crystal finish. All kinds and sizes of window glass. See us for prices on all kinds of building material. JOHN BURNS & SON NELSON, B. C. FOR SALE Electrical Machinery Two 2,600 light generators, in firnt class working order; complete with exciters, meters, belts,' etc. Will be enid singly or together. A Bnapfor a town saw mill, etc., oon- templating Installing an electric light plant. No reasonable offer refused. Pull particulars on application to CHAS. NORTH, Superintendent of Electrical Department. Revelstoke, B.C.. Jan. 27th, 1912. NEWS WANT ADS 1 CENT A WORD Bardie's Spray Pumps A Hard Line to Beat "We stock them in the following lines: All Brass Lever Bucket Pumps; Barrel Pumps No. 6 with Brass air chamber; Barrel Pumps, No. 6 with Iron air chamber; Barrell Pumps, No. 7 with brass air chamber; Twin Cylinder Pneumatic hand pumps. "We also have a full line of Pruning Shears in 6 in. and 7 In; also tree pruners. with 3 ft. and 8 ft handles. We also stock Cooper VI winter spray and V2 summer spray. These lines are the best money can buy. Call ln and look them Nelson Hardware Co. Nelson, B. C. WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28 Cfje Baity $eto*. PAGE FIVE ^ Bell Trading Co. Signs Of Spring! Todays Arrivals Will Be Cauliflower, per lb $ .12'/2 Green Onions $& 'Cucumbers, 3 for 1*00 Tomatoes. Lettuce, lb <*» Spinach, 2 lbs 25.. No Imitation About Our Honey It's pure .ask the bees—Orange Blossom. Delmonte, clear, Jar 35c. Wild Rose. 20 oz 35c. Wild Rose 2\_ lbs 75c. Comb 2Bo* Clover Blossom From Ontario 1 lb. Jars I "JJ 5 lb. tins i-26 Syrup Frosty mornings remind us of hot cakes and syrup. Now tho question ls the kind o£ syrup. Pure Maple Quart bottles *-M Quart tins J0"- Half gallons 1-1s A Good Maple In fact unless we told you you would think lt was pure. lust a little granulated sugar added to add to ltB keeping duality. Quart tins * -Z? Half gallons -™ Gallons *-™ Golden Syrup Lyle's English, 2 lb. tlnB 20o. Lyle-s 4 lb. tlnB J?8- B.C. Golden Cane. 2 lb. tln...15o. A New Molasses Golden in color, mild ln flavor, powerful ln strength. Ask for Delmoloo, 25c. can, Two First Class Table Apples Blenheim Orange Pippins and WagnerB, 4 lbs. 26c, 01R SEEDS ARE OPENED IP And are on sale at seed house prices. 20 Tons 3 Kinds Of Seed Potatoes Bell Trading Co. The Up-toDate Grocers , Use Phone 56 When Taking a Vacation go to the great Halcyon Hot Springs, where you can secure not only rest but at the same time have the benefit of the best medicinal waters on tbe continent, unequalled for rheumatism and kindred ailments. The springs are easy of access to travellers and the hotel bas been fitted up and Is conducted with a view to the maximum of comfort and convenience for guests. Rates: $12 and $15 per week, or $2 per day and upwards. Halcyon Hot Springs Sanitarium WM BOYD, Proprietor Halcyon Arrow Lakes HOTEL ARRIVALS OF A DAY Kootenay Hotel Two doors from postofflce Vernon -street Rates 11-00 and $1.25.per day. Every convenience given to the traveling public. Electric piano and Union ba* In connection, where the best wines and liquors are kept. MRS. MAfcL-ETT. Proprietress. KOOTENAY—H, Poolvns, Edmonton; E. H. Shafer, Cranbrook; J. ria.sk, Ymlr; S Johnston, Greenwood. Tremont House Baker Street, Nelson RANSOME & CAMPBELL Proprietors European plan, 60c. up American plan, $1.25 and $1.60 MealB 35c. ALL WHITE LABOR Spe ial Rates Per Month The Hume Table d'Hote and a la Carte HUME—H. Perry LeaKc, R. A. Cockle, F. W. Aylmer, Chase; J. A. Cornell, H. T. Collins, Spokane; H: O. -Marshall, E. A. Kantel, P. Parry. P. J. Tonkin, C. S. Archibald, Toronto; A. Roberts, Midway; J. Vena-hies, Vancouver; .John Christie, Fernie; G. N. Davidson, Blncher; A. W. Haines. Cranibrook; R, McCutclieon, Creston; A. W. Davis, Molly Gibson; W. F. Cochane, G. Cruloksharik, T. A. Robley, S. M. Rrydges, M. F. Shaw, A. H. Gracey, Dr. Morrison, F. Smith, Miss Mackenzie, R. K. Scarlett, F. J. McCrdtan, A. M. McDonald, city; R. H. Maclean, Vancouver; J. Oliver, C. H. Whltworth, Leth- briagc; W. A. Ansley, Grand Forks. STRATiHCONA-Mrs. S. S. Fowler and daughter, Rlondel; O. F. Robinson, Summit; R. "R. Hedley, A. L. Eaton, Vancouver; J. Lauder, j. h. Ewlng, Regina. Queen's Hotel Baker street A. LAPOINTE, Proprietor Renovated throughout. Sixteen new rooms added, all elegantly furnished. Steam heat in every room. QUEENS—Mrs. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. King .1. Talbett, F. King, Rossland; A. Mulr- head, Vernon; W. Williams, Edgewood; O. Johnson, W. Crampton, E. Erlckson, Vancouver; J. P. Zilka, Spokane. Madden House Tho». Madden, Prop., Baker 8t Rates: $1.50 to $2.00 per day. Meal tickets 17.00 per week. . A Comfortable Home MADDEN-M. Jardlne, Kaslo; Miss Gray. New Wostmlnster; A. C., (O'Neill, Ymlr; M. J. Quleley, I. H. McDonald, Rossland; R. S. Martin, Crunfiold, N.S.; R. Duglo, Salmo; H. May, Republic; T. Rogers, Sirdar. \ Grand Central Hotel OPPOSITE POSTOFFICE American and European plans. H. H. PITTS, Proprietor GRAND CENTRAI^-W. Burke, North Bay W. Dowlney Ymlr; J. H. Maclean, Waldo; W. Stephens, Wardner; P Smith, Ashcroft; E. Curtlss, H. Curtlss, Crescent Valley; W. Munch, C. Anderson, Winlaw; O. Montelone, Grand Forks; M. Murray, D. Anderson. Cranbrook; E. Collier, Greenwood; J>. Remmen, Spokane; A. Newton, city; E. Hall. Eholt. Union Men, when In Nelson Patronize Lakeview Hotel Cor. Hall and Vernon Streets. NAP. MALLETTE, Prop. White Union Help Employed Only LAKiEVlEW-G. BurnB and wife, T. Brown, T. SchmarU, Taghum; W. Budge, W. J. Stahisley, Castlegar "Is skating good exercise?" "Well," replied the candid man. "It is good as far as it goes- But there isn't as much exercise to actual skating as there Is In cleaning the snow off a patch of Ice big enough to cut a figure eight on." TREMONT—J. Jordan, city; B. Irwin, Crescent Valley; W. Anderson, A. Nelson, Cranbrook; A. J. LaComue, Portland; D. Marriott, Lethbridge; N. Kermey, Grand Porks; C. Johnson, Kochs. Silver King Hotel Baker Street Under new management Well furnished rooms; $1.00 a day and up. Beat 25c. meal ln Nelson. Best brands of liquors and cigars served by union men. N. McLEOD, Proprietor SILVER KING—B. Martin, J. Patterson city; J. KnewaBSer, Winlaw. Klondyke Hotel Vernon Street Strictly Union House Headquarters for miners, smel- termen, loggers, railroad men. Rates: 91.00 per day up. NELSON & JOHNSON, Props. KLONDYKE—J. W. Haines, P. Wilson, Cranbrook; J. Thomas, Moyie; A. Carlson, Slocan; B. Jorgsen, Winlaw, SHERBItOOKE—J. MoGowan, Proctor; E. Ganson, A. Sanot, Salmo; P. Apmau, city. Royal Hotel Cor. Stanley and Silica Sts. Under new management. Nicely furnished rooms. The best family hotel In the city; nice location. Special rates by week or month. European or American plan. Rates $1.50 per day. J. S. B ARR ATT, Prop. Hotel Grand Nakusp, B. C. Under new management. First class accommodations and sample rooms. Kates $1.00 to $2.00 per day. JOHN A. THEW Proprietor. NEW HALL AT BURTON IS FORMALLY OPENED (Special to The Daily News.) BURTON, B.C., Feb. 27—C. S. Mc- Connan who has been a resldeht of Burton for a number of years has sold his ranch to A. A. Burton and left Tuesday for New Zealand where he will make his future home. The new hall was formally opened on Monday when a highly successful dance was given and much enjoyed by a large number from Edgewood, Arrow Park, Nakusp and intervening districts. The music was provided by the Nakusp orchestra and an excellent supper was put up by the managers. M. B. Wright was floor manager. Mrs. McDougal is spending a few days in Nakusp. W. A. Calder of Edgewood was a visitor here for the week end, E. P. Colllngs has returned to his ranch after an absence of four months. On Tuesday of last week A. A. Burton entertained a small party at a dance In honor of the captain and officers of the Minto. Mrs. Fife of Arrowhead was also among the number. Mls» E. Sloan has left for Rlonedl. On Saturday at a meeting of the Farmers' Institute E, Hardy read an Interesting paper on "Co-operation and the Marketing of Produce." A paper on "How to Live on a Ten-Acre Ranch Without Going Outside to Work" is promised by J. Relnctcker at the next meeting. Miss E. Mosely has returned from Revelstoke. This winter Burton has had the dlstlne- t.'on of being one of the liveliest towns on the lake from a social standpoint, tlie diversions consisting of dances, bridge parties and whist drives. A. A. Burton and S. Walker paid a visit to Nnkusp last week. ' WATER NOTICE I, Wo Lee, of Nelson, gardlner, give notice that on the 23rd day of March, 1912, I Intend to apply to the Water Commissioner at his office at Nelson, for a license to take and use one-eighth of a cubic foot of water per second from Anderson creek, In Nelson district. The water is to be taken from the stream 400 feet below Great Northern track and Is to be used on part of Lot 183, Group 1, Kootenay district, for agricultural purposes. Dated at Nelaon, Feb. 8, 1912. 267-la.w.-4t. WO LEE. WATER NOTICE A. G. Lambert Company, Limited, lumbermen, of Nelson, B.C., give .notice that on the 16th day of March, A.D. 1912, they intend to apply to the Water Commissioner at his office In Nelson, B.C., for a license to take and use one cubic foot of water per second from Sproule creek at about its Junction with the east fork of gnroule creek, and Is to be used on Timber Lease Dot No. 937, Lot 2366, and Lots 5574, 8229 and 6696, for Industrial purposes. Dated thiB 6th day of February, A.D. 1912. A. Q. LAMBERT COMPANY, 268-UW-4 LIMITED. SAYS WESTERNERS SHOOT BADLY General Mackenzie Speaks at Annual Meeting of Dominion Rifle Association OTTAWA, Fob. 27.-The annual meeting of the Dominion of Canada Rifle association was held this morning; in the railway committee room cf tlie house with the minister of militia, Col. Sam Hughes, in the chair. Sir Frederick Borden, ex-minister of militia, was In uttendance. His royal highness the governor-general was to have addressed the meeting but owing to a slight indisposition lie was unable to attend. The meeting* did not waste much time ln getting down to business, Hon. Sam Hughes' opened with ;i very brief address in which 'he complimented the association on its splendid showing. He read a resolution of welcome to his royal highness who some time ago had graciously consented to become the natron of the association. This resolution will be forwarded to the governor-general. Llout-Col. S. Rodgers of Ottawa moved a vote of thanks, seconded by LleuL-Col. J. W, Deg. O'Grady, 90th regiment, to last year's pair ham en t for t'he liberal grant which was given the association, and also to the former minister of militia, Sir Frederick Borden, and the former postmaster general., Hon. Rudolf-he Lemleux, for the many services they had rendered the association. Lleut.-Col. -Rogers moved, seconded by Col. Bertram, that a vote of thanks bo tendered Mrs. E. C. Whitney for the grant of $1,000 for the cadet corps. The resolution was carried unanimously. It was moved by Major Munroe, 90 regiment, seconded by Lleut.-Col. J. W. Deg. O'Grady, that as the membership, from Manitoba was largely increased the constitution be amended so as to trlve the following representation in the council of the members of the association: Ontario, 14; Quebec, 10; Nova Scotia, Manitoba and New Brunswick, 0. Officers Elected Col Macdonald moved that Alberta and Saskatchewan be also represented on tlie council with four representatives each. Both amendments were carried. British Columbia also lias four members, The election of officers was as follows; The patrons and vice patrons were reelected with the nddltlon or Sir Frederick Borden as vice patron. I-Ion. president—Hon. Sam Hughes. President—Lieut.-Col. J. H. Burland, Montreal. Vice-presidents—Ontario, Col. A. O. Macdonald, 11th Infantry brigade, Toronto; Quebec, Lleut.-Col. E. W. Watsnn o.C. ]8th Infantry brigade, Montreal; Nova Scotia, Hon. L. Power, Halifax; New Brunswick, Col. John Tlllon, Ottawa; Manitoba, Lieut-Col. S.B.Steele, C.B., M.V.O., Winnipeg; British Columbia, Lleut.-Col. Stewart, Vancouver; Prince Edward Island, Lleut.-Col. H. Moll. Davidson 40th P.E.I.; Saskatchewan, Lleut.-Col. R. J. Gwynne, 10th Light Morse; Yukon territory. Dr. Thompson, M.P.; Alberta, Lleut.- Col. Walker, Calgary. Chairman of council—Lleut.-Col, A. P. Sherwood, Ottawa. At the conclusion of the election of officers a hearty vote of congratulation was tendered Col. Sam Hughes on his elevation to the office of minister of militia. Poor Rifle Shooting Gen. Mackenzie spoke briefly on thc service competition and -regretted the fact that while at Rockcliffe there were only eight competitors. The provinces had shown a great laxity in the matter. He considered that service competitions should be greatly encouraged. He pointed out, however, that the present arrangements were not satisfactory. He pointed to the poor showing in the western provinces In the rifle competitions. Col. O'Grady took exception to the statement regarding Manitoba and the western provinces, pointing out that In Manitoba weather conditions lost year greatly hindered the competitions. It was impossible to get good tarerets and half of the men could not see the targets owing to the position of the sun. Ross Rifle too Good Col. Hughes spoke of the apparent Intention of the 'Bisley authorities to exclude tho Ross rifle from the Bisley Rhoot. Ho put it up to the association to take steps to harmonize the D.R.A. and N.R.A. He stated that the D.R.A. had done nothing to create harmony with the Canadian association. He also stated that the conditions that had heen made were certain to make it Impossible to use the mark 11 Ross rifle. He considered that this was duo to the admitted superiority of the Ross rifle over the British arm. The report of tlie treasurer, Major E. D. Sutherland, of Ottawa, showed a very encouraging balance on hand of $1,075.17. The amounts of the receipts was $.12,805.32, while the expenditures amounted to $31,- 720.10. The chief Item In the expenditure was the expenses of the Blsley team which amounted to $5,798.C9, nnd the prize meeting, $3,911.80. PHOENIX BEATS GRAND FORKS But Losing Hockey Team Put up Splendid Game and Tied Opponents in Two Periods (Special to The Daily News.) GRAND FORKS, B.C., Feb. 27,—A postponed hockey game In the Boundary league between Grand Forks and Phoenix took place In this city on Monday evening. The game was a very Interesting nnd clean throughout, and the local fans were de- llglitcd with tlie manner in which the Gtrand Forks amateurs played against MADE-TO-MEASURE © SUITS ire from the hurt pro- rluctn "I tht! I hidden. ik-l-l looms, nnd cut t^i oiiah oiifltomor'ti npecial loo.iaiinw by ux]wrta, at tha luwuiiiii of $10.30 (hteludlnB carnage, ditty, and all charge*), Satis fuc tion guaranteed. i In; nfTt-i nny jirlco, lioing .irl-j from the lini--t .iriljclrt ■■*■'.tiii-il.lo llu-lilorsfiold, the uilu t - LlMk EG, i.!2. BAY SI*., TORONTO. their heavier and more experienced opponents, and notwithstanding the fact that the locals Included three of the intermediate team they had by far tho best of tho argument In the first two periods, hut ln the final end Phoenix finished stronger than tlielr young opponents and ran out winners by the score of five goals to three. The first period was all In favor of Grand Forks, the young players enfuslng much dash and vigor Into their play, and desnltu their "professional" opponents' attempts to check them- they would not bo denied and their efforts were at last rewarded by a good shot from Mann, Play then became very fast, each goal being visited, the home boys, cheered on by an enthusiastic, crowd, being the more aggressive, but at length the seige was lifted and Phoenix equalized before tho bell rang. The second part was much on a level with the previous, each goalkeeper being called on to save difficult shots, but Grand Forks were the first to score after a terrific bombardment of the Phoenix goal, \Vare being the successful artist. Then the visitors, through a fine effort by Neil, placed the sides equal, the score being 2-3 at the end of this period. The next period was where the visitors bad tlie better of tlie argument, and by sheer weight they wore down their younger and much lighter opponents, and finishing Stronger put on three coals In quick succession, Grand Forks replying with one tally. This time tbo rubber was put into the net by Clunls, so at the end Phoenix were winners by fi-3. Harry Mann refereed the game to general satisfaction, very few •-••■naltles being Imposed. The Kettle Valley rallwav tomorrow will resume tlielr regular weekly train service to Lynch creek. OPEN ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL SEASON City Club Will be Reorganized on Friday Night—Practice This Afternoon Association football, if tbe intentions of some of the enthusiasts in the city are carried out, will boom In Nelson this spring. There is said to be more material here at present than for some years past and the old City Association Football club will be reorganized. A meeting for that purpose will be held In Wilkinson & Bennett's store on Baker street on Friday evening at S o'clock. Everyone interested in the game is invited to bo present. Harry Harper, the star exnonent of tho association game in this district, is at present playing for one of the crack old country teams but will be In Nelson ln time to take part In most or the season's matches. The team will also be strengthened by the addition of a number of newcomers. Tbo Initial practice of the season will take place this afternoon at the recreation grounds at 2 o'clock mid it is expected that a number of playors will participate. VANCOUVEH BEATS VICTORIA. (Special to The Dally News.) VANCOUVEH, B. C, Feb. 27.—The hockey same at Victoria tonight resulted Vancouver 11, Victoria 3. Dtignri—Oh, my! Oh. my! Isn't Casey puttln' on ff-ranfl airs wid his now autymoblle? An* over tn the -■■'■' ould ShiMsGure QUICKLY STOPS COUGHS. CURES COLDS, HEALS THE THROAT AND LUNGS. 25 CENTS For Thirty Days There is offered for sale at a reasonable figure. One of Nelson's Choice Residences Location—On Victoria street next door to the Kerr apartment block. Particulars—Two story framo building, plastered and newly papered. Good stone foundation and stone retaining wall along front and side of lot. Nine rooms in all; parlor, sitting room, four bedrooms, bath room, dining room and kitchen, good cellar, nice lawn, good back yard, with coal and woodshed thereon; some fruit trees and small fruit bushes. The property throughout Is In excellent condition and can be bought within time mentioned with or without house furnishings and ls undoubtedly one of the very best buys, offering In Nelson today. For full particulars as to price and terms see D. St. Denis EXCLUSIVE AGENT 505 Baker St., N.lson, B.C., Over E. B. McDermid Real Estate, Insurance, Loans J Wide Assortments of New Spring Undermuslins Which Are Decidedly Low Priced Unless we knew that our muslin underwear qualities and values were superior we would not so persistently feature this stock. In Its range this entirely new display embraces everything from imported hand made lingerie, chosen with special regard to trousseau needs, to the Inexpensive but thoroughly good domestic sort. And while our quality demands have been strict, our knowledge of where and when to buy, has enabled us to quote prices which pleasantly surprise every customer. Please ask to see them. Corset Covers from 35c. Drawers from 35c. Underskirts from $1.25. Princess slips from $1.25. MEAGHER & CO. uSist^t counthry I dare-say he went barefut- ted. Ryan—Faith, not be his own accounts. He says he had a turnout over there that atthracted great attlntlon. Dugan—Av course, and eviction always does. "How does Brown like the high po- sltion he was recently promoted to?" "Not very well." "But I thought It was paying him £10,000 a year." So it is. But he's discovered that his employers expect him to earn it." NEWS WANT AD8. BRING RESULTS To Get the Full Value Of Your Daily News Subscription There are two principal ways In which a good paper such as The Daily News may be of benefit to you. Its news columns keep you In touch with what is happening from day to day. They bring the latest news, not only of your local district and province but of all Canada and the United States and the more important events all over the world. But the advertising columns of The Daily News bring to you each day information still more valuable, because of more real assistance in your everyday life. They help you to spend your income so as to get the greatest possible benefit from every dollar. They make shopping easy. They keep you posted on prices, and bring you timely notice of any especially low prices which en- terprising merchants are able to offer from time to time.. They inform you promptly of the arrival of new goods and of the latest styles. If you need plumbing done, or electrical fixtures put In, or your watch repaired, or your lawn mower sharpened, or most anything else fixed up about the house, a glance through the ads In The Dally News will quickly find someone who makes a specialty of doing what you want done.' If you wish to rent or buy a house, or purchase a piece of land for cultivation or Investment, the real estate announcements in The Dally News will save you lots of time and trouble. In fact, no matter what you want, the advertising columns will help you find it. It pays to read them regularly and carefully. Read Daily News Ads Cfit Battp $etofl. WEDNE8DAY;.. FEBRUARY 28 TWO GOOD BUYS AS A HOME OR AN INVESTMENT HEBE ARE TWO PROPERTIES IT WOULD PAY YOU TO INVESTIGATE AND QUICKLY. HOUSE 9 rooms, Chatham St., 1 block from car line; everything in good order; 8 *ull bearing fruit trees, good lawn, electric light and city water. If desired, lower part oF house can be rented separately. Price $1,600 and only $300 cash required, balance on easy terms. HOUSE 6 rooms and basement, on High St., in good order; front part of house new; big living room, splendid kitchen and bath rooms; planted in fruit trees nd small fruits. Price $2,200 $700 cash secures it; balance on easy terms. Western Canada Investment Co. Financial Agents, vteal Estate, Fire, Life and Accident Insurance; Timber Lands. Rents Collected, Loam Safety Deposit Boxes for Rent J. E. TAYLOR, Manager. H .E. DOUGLAS, Insurance and C. A. VAN HEMERT. Timber ALEX. CHEYNE, Secretary Loan Department Department PO. Box 1042. ftione 254 Cor. Baker and Josephine Streets. TO TRY TROOPER FOR MURDER BURLINGTON, Vt, Feb. ZT.-The term of the federal court which convened here * today will be notable by the trial for murder of Matthew Carlyle, a private in the Tenth United States cavalry regiment. While stationed at Fort Ethan Allen last fall Carlyle ran amuck and shot and killed Andrew C. Fox, a fellow trooper, and seriously wounded two negro girls. TWO YEARS FOR RECEIVING STOLEN EXPRESS MONEY WINNIPEG, Feb. 27—Two years in the penitentiary was the sentence handout this morning by Judge Dawson in the county court in the case of C. Verral, who was found guilty of receiving stolen money knowing it to be stolen from the Canadian Express company from George Powers on Jan. 11 last His honor In passing sentence simply remarked that the evidence was directly against the accused and 1m- posed sentence, PowerB from whom the money was stolen was the principal witness against him. ______ Advertising Is Simply News About Your Goods This being the case, it is a fair assumption that if YOUR CUSTOMERS do not see any news about you for a long time, they will come to regard you as one whom they ' 'used to know." THE NEWCOMERS to the city and to the surrounding districts may hear of you casually as one who "used to advertise and do a large business here." YOUR COMPETITOR will be daily telling your patrons of goods and prices on which you have no time to inform them individually. Some houses play advertising as their LAST card when they should have played it their FIRST. If Your Business Is Not Worth Advertising, Advertise It for Sale The Nelson Daily News Advertising Department Telephone 144 CHINESE GRAFTERS WILL LOSE HEADS General Chen Made a Little Deal for Some Rifles and is Decapitated SHANGHAI, China, Feb. 27—The 1m presslon prevails here that graft will not be tolerated by the Republican officials, following the strange disappearance of Gen. Chen who was made military commander or this city when the rebels gained control. Gen Chen was commanded to buy arms for the troops at Wu Chang, Ho purchased a large quantity of obsolete rifles which were thrown into the river by order of Gen Ll Yuan Hung. Gen. Chen got the guns iov 17 taels each and sold them for 30 taels each. Soon afterwards he disappeared. His friends were told that the general was "very sick." All efforts to locate him having failed, it is now believed he waa capitated. PREMIER GOUIN WANTS UNGAVA ISLANDS AS WELL QUEBEC, Feb. 27—While the news of the annexation of Ungava has been welcomed here the premier had something to say today as to the rest of tho boundary resolutions. "I see," remarked Sir Lomer Gouln, "that we are given the territory up to Hudson Bay but what about the islands, of which there are hundreds, along the shore of Ungava? They are not even mentioned ln the federal resolutions. "In the resolution which we adopted In the house a couple or years ago w expressed our desire to obtain these islands which belong to us Just as much as to the shore. Wo asked for alt tb* islands In Hudson "Bay to the cost of the continuation of the boundary line between Quebec and Ontario. This would glvo us not only the islands along the shore line but also those out in the open. I think the omission is unintentional and It will only bo necessary to call the attention of the government to it in order to get our rights, otherwise the Islands will remain in the unorganized territory and there is not much sense in that." ADVOCATES TECHNICAL EDUCATION IN MANITOBA WINNIPEG, Feb. 27—Premier Roblln, in the house this afternoon, speaking on the petition asking for the banishing of the bars said tho question should be given earnest and careful consideration and was a matter which could not be rushed into action which if It turned out wrong might takes decades to correct. An the motion of the premier the question wns adjourned to bo taken up at a later date. The report of the royal commission on technical education was laid upon the table and strongly advocates the adoption of a system of technical education In the province. RATES FOR GAS EXTORTIONATE SAYS CITY OF QUEBEC QUEBEC, Feb. 27—The city of Quebec has filed a complaint against the Quebec Light, Heat & Power Co. In regard to the alleged defective gas system and high rates charged for lighting and cooking gas. The complaints have heen filed with the public utilities com mission. FOR SALE. FOR BAiiE-Fruit land in the famous Grey creek district. As evidence of tbe value of this land for fruit farming, we have sold over a dozen 10-acre lots to different parties who have been residents of Kootenay for from five to 12 years. It ifl situated on the east bank of Kootenay lake, __ mile from postofflce and steamboat landing. Tha lake ls from two to five miles wide and 75 miles long, to our knowledge the only lake in the dominion of Canada thut does not freeze. The land Is direct from the locator to the purchaser. For further particulars addreBS Lindsay Launch & Boat Co., P. O. Box 34, Nelson, B. C, or apply Room 8 Griffin block. FOR SALE-A double tenement house, all modern. Easy terms. Apply W. H., Daily News, ^263-12 FOR SALE-A 25-foot standard Truacott launch. It has a 7 H.P. motor, speed about 8 miles per hour; fitted up complete with awnings, cushions, etc. No better boat on Kootenay lake. Price (700. Further particulars by applying for s-me. W. E. Zwicky, Kaslo, B.C. 266-tf. FOR SALE-Good, logs for boathouse floats; also first class boom lo-s. Apply Tremont hotel. *269-G FOR SALE-Strawherry plants. The three most productive varieties, Senator Dun- lop, Parson's Beauty, and Glen Way. Pro pagated under the most favorable condi- itons from the R. AI. Kellogg strains of thoroughbred plants. Price J10 per thousand, f.o.b. Wynndel. 10 per cent discount on all orders received before March 20th Monrad Wlgen. Wynndel, B.C. 270-tf. BRITISH COLUMBIA ls Canada's largest and richest province and ls being opened up with tremendous rapidity by three trans-continental lines of railroad, as well as numerous other railroads. The British Columbia government has ~undertaken to build a north and south railroad, running from Vancouver to Fort George, and -Trom Fort George through tne Peace River district a distance of 900 miles. It is «*etl- mated that Three Hundred Million Dollars will be spent ln Railroad building In British Columbia during the next live years, and this work will open up a virgin country of fruit and farm lands, as well as timber and mineral resources. Tou can buy large or small tracts of farm 'ands now at 90 per cent leBS than the same land will cost you within five years. Let us send you information ln regard to the vast empire which is being opened up. The climate Is the best in Canada. Write quick for full Information. NATURAL RESOURCES SECURITY COMPANY. LIMITED, 580 Bower Building, Vancouver, B.C. FOR SALE—Old engravings. B. IB., Dally News. FOR SALE-CRESTON FRUIT LANDS. Large tracts of choice wild land at 110, $15, $*J5 and J50 per acre. Improved and semi-improved land at from J50 to (200 per 11 CRESTON CLIMATE IS THE BEST. Write to the owner, R. LAMONT, Creston, B.C. No Room for Disappointment Have you expended considerable money and energy to nuke a dwelling attractive to lodgers and boarders and then been disappointed ia your patronage. There will be no room for disappointment if you use our* Want Ads. They will bring you lodgers and boarders of a desirable class. mssm News Want Ads. are one cent a word each insertion, payable in advance, o>* six Insertions for the price of four. HELP WANTED. NELSON EMPLOYMENT AGENCY C. F. Hutton, Manager HELP OF ALL KINDS PROMPTLY FURNISHED. THE WORKINGMEN'S EMPLOYMENT AND REAL ESTATE AGENCY WANTED—General blacksmith, steady work, |4 day; waitress. W. Parker. 313 Baker street, Phone 283. FORT GEORGE LAND CO. Real Estate Employment OfflM 315 Baker Street Nelson, P. O. Bor 888. Phone 134. JACOB GREEN & CO. Auctioneers, Appraisers, Valuators.- P. O. Box 233. Nelson, B.C. WANTED—MISCELLANEOUS WANTED—An opportunity for a live man, selling our guaranteed Yakima Valley grown nursery stock. Exclusive territory. Outfit free. Cash weekly. "Hustle,'' not experience required. Toppenlsh Nursery company, Toppenlah, Wash. WANTED-rClean cotton rags. Appi/ Tlie Dally News. 79-tf FOR RENT—Furnished house, five rooms, down town. Apply W. G. Thomson's bookstore. 249-lf. FOR RENT—Furnished rooms, 411 Silica street. 269-fa FOR RENT—Two furnished rooms, 911 Edgewood avenue. ^ 270-3 FOR RENT—House, close In, constating of four rooms and cellar. Plastered throughout. Rent (12.50. Apply 509 Cedar street. **270-6 FOR RENT—Furnished room. 214 Victoria Btreet. *ZJl-2l FOR RENT — Furnished housekeeping rooms. McDonald block, Josephine St. •2T1-6 FOR RENT—Comfortable rooms for two gentlemen or lady and gentleman, with or without board. Apply 1002 Water -street, next door to nurses' home on Front atreet. •271-3 A Liberal Offer We Guarantee to Relieve Dyspepsia— If we Fait the Medicine Costs Nothing To unquestionably prove to the people that indigestion and dyspepsia can be permanently relieved and that Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets will bring a-bout this result, we will furnish the medicine absolutely free if it falls to give satisfaction to any one using It. Tim remarkable success of Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets is due to the high degree of scientific skill used in devising their formula as well as to tho care exercised ln tlielr manufacture, whereby tlie well known properties of Blsmuth-Subnltrato and Pepsin have been combined with Car- mlnatlves and other agents. Bismuth-Subnltrate and Pepsin aro constantly employed and recognized by the ■-■■".■lv medical profession as Invaluable in the treatment of Indigestion and dyspepsia. The Pepsin used in Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets js carefully prepared so as to develop Its greatest efficiency. Pepsin supplies to the digestive apparatus one of the mom Important elements of the digestive fluid. Without it tho digestion and assimilation of food are impossible. The Carminatives possess properties which aid ln relieving the disturbances and pain cause by undigested rood. This combination of these ingredients makes a remedy invaluable for the complete relief of Indigestion and dyspepsia. We are so certain of this that we urge you to try Rexall DyBpepsia Tablets on our own personal guarantee. Three slues, X cents, 50 cents, and Jl.W. Remember, you can obtain Rexall Remedies only at our store—The Rexall Store. The Poole Drug Co., Ltd. NEWS WANT ADS 1 CENT A WORD TO CANADIAN ARCHITECTS Competition for New University Buildings to be Erected at Point Grey, Near Vancouver, British Columbia, The government of British Columbia invite Competitive Plans for the general scheme and design for tfhe proposed new University, together with more detailed Plans for the buildings to be erected first at an estimated cost of H,SOO,O00. Prizes of (10,000 will be given for the most successful Designs submitted. Particulars of the competition and plan of site may be obtained on request from the undersigned. _ , _, The designs to be sent in (by July 31st, 1912, addressed to „.—™, THB MINISTER OF EDUCATION, Parliament Buildings, 272-36 Victoria, British Columbia. FOR RENT OR SALE-Cheap. Eighty acre farm, between Eholt and Greenwood, on C.P.R. siding and good road; 20 to 30 acres In hay or ready for crop: good buildings and local demand for everything grown at good prices. Will let con- tract also for cordwood. The Wright Investment Co., Ltd., Nelson, B.C. 272-1 LOST—Amythlst pin and gold charm, between Gem theatre and Tremont hotel Finder leave at Newa office. Reward. •271-3 LOST—Locket and buckle with the Initials S.L.B. engraved on lt. Return to News office. 273-tf. Office of Provincial Secretary INSANE HOSPITAL AT COQUITLAM Sealed tenders, superscribed "Tenders for Furniture, Insane Hospital," will bo received by the Honorable the Provincial Secretary up to 12 o'clock noon of Saturday, the ICtli March, 1912, for furniture and furnishings for tlie new Mental Hospital at Coquitlam, as follows; (1) Bedsteads and Bedding. (2) Carpets, Draperies and window- shades. (3) Furniture. Specifications and full Information will be furnished upon application to Dr. C. E, Doherty, medical superintendent, Hospital for the Insane, Now Westminster, B.C. Each proposal must be accompanied by an accepted cheque or certificate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the Honorable the Provincial Secretary, for a sum equivalent to 10 per cent of the amount of tho tender, which shall be forfeited If the party tendering decline to enter Into contract when called upon to do so or if he fall to complete the work contracted for. The cheques or certificates of deposit will bo returned to the unsuccessful tenderers upon the execution of the contract. Tho lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted, H. E. YOUNG, Provincial Secretary. Provincial Secretary's Office, 23rd February, IW2. 272-17 ALLAN CUP GAMES TUESDAY AND THURSDAY WINNIPEG, Feb. 27—The Allan cup games between the Victorias ot Winnipeg and the Eaton team of Toronto will' probably be played next Tuesday and Thursday. Gordon Budd who ts acting for the trustees, received a telegram this morning asking for dates ln order to guide the movements of the challenging team and he replied that the Victorias were prepared to meet the challengers for the first time on Tuesday night, playing the second game on Thursday.' It ls thought that tho dates will be suitable to the easterners. WANTED—Married men to buy five and ten acre fruit tracts. Small cash payment, balance In work. Apply Harris, Honeymoon Place, Kaslo. 97-tf JJOTEL DIRECTORY NETsoprMoTirin^^ Baker Street, Nelson, B.C. INK & WARD, Props, Gin Rlckeya. Only place carrying Llmea, 8HERBR0OKE HOTEL Nelson, B. C. One minute's walk from C.P.R. station. Cuisine unexcelled; well heated and ventilated. LAVINGB & DUNK. PHOENIX HOTEL BROOKLYN, PHOENIX, B. O «•*■ The only up-to-date hotel in Phoenix. New from cellar to roof. Best sample roomB in the Boundary. Bath room ii connection. Steam heat Opposite Great Northern depot. James Marshall, Prop. Business Directory ASSAYER8 ^■-u~', WIDDOWSON, AagA-fBH ajjjj Chemist, Box A1108, Nelson. B.C. ChsSrw Gold, .silver, oopper or lead, tt each goia-sllver, -fLEO; ■iiver-Iead, $1,607 PrSe* for other metals on application. AUCTIONEERS C. A. WATERMAN ft CO.-P. O. box 2». W. CUTLER, LICENSE^ ADCTIONBHDR. Auction rooms and warehouse Ward St. next opera house. Box 474, Phons 18 _____________________ »-tf. ARCHITECT WILL HALDANE, ARCHITECT AND* Valuator. 619 Stanley StrSt Pta*MiS8 specifications for all classes of bulUI- %_*''*-**_$*■ "odera designs, p. o. Box Hi. Phones 308 and UL COLLECTION AGENCIES Wi, 2DTI*?:R» COLLECTIONS OF ALL Kinds. Returns promptly made. Ward) ette-rt, neit opera houMT _£?. ROBB ft THOMPSON-BUILDERS AND Contractors, Victoria atreet 5£t $& te6, *__?* Box 'we- sPMlM attention given jobbing and repair work. Estimate given. K-tt. STARKEY ft CO., WHOLESALE DBAL- «■ in Butter, Eggs, Cheese, Produae an* nSsm B°0 Bl08k* JOBiPlltat ■*"■"• WANTED—Immediately, teacher for Edge- wood public school. Apply Secretary of school board.. 281-12 WANTED-Teacher tor peer Park School to commence March 1st Apply se tary school board, Dear Park, B.C. 262-tt WANTED—Competent stenographer, best of references, wants position. Apply E., Dallv NewB, •287-tJ WANTED—Cook, good, Scotch, reliable, wants temporary post. "References. P. O. Box 468, Nelson. *270-3 WANTED—Boy. Apply Thelln'a Cigar Factory. •270-8 WANTED—Lady stenographer who haa had seven years experience desires position. Quick and accurate and can use any machine. Also owns one. Write A, B. C„ P. O. Box .724, NelBon, B.C. 270-tf. WANTED—Experienced girl for general housework. Apply 708 Victoria street. 271-tf. WANTED-Stenogroipher. -Must be experienced and will have to assist In general office work. Apply ln own handwriting. Box 144, Dally News, 271-tf. WANTED—Girl to assist with general housework. Apply Mrs. D. Morrison, 7LS Silica street. 272-tf. WANTED—.Dressmaking, children's clothes and plain sewing. Mrs. Moore, 621 Mill street. »272-6 POULTRY AND LIVE STOCK. FOR SALE—Few fine White Leghorn cockerels from H. F. Ran prize stock. $3 and la. BelvMue farm, Beiford, B.C. HORSES FOR SALE-Your choice of 33 head, weighing trom 1300 to 1700. Canyon City Lumber Company, Limited, Creston, B.C. 266-28 FOR SALE—Pekin duck eggs, $1 for 10. D. Sinclair, Stanley street •2C7-6 FOR SALE—Or exchange, White Wyandotte cockerels; prize stock. L. Bealby, Box 897. Nelson, B.C./ *S6T-4 FOR SALE—Registered Hol&tein bull, S months old. Sire full brother of champlwi milk and butter cow of Canada. Calf can be seen at Riverside ranch, Balfour, B.C. Price $50. Apply to T. G. Procter, Box 223, Nelson, B.C. 267-tf. WANTED—Horse, suitable for ranch work. Cairns, Willow Point 267-6 FOR SALE—Few choice Barred Rock cockerels and pullets. Prices reasonable. Mrs. F. J. Harbinson, Phoenix, B.C. •268-10 FOR SALE—Pure bred light Brahma cockerels, prize-winning strain. Apply M„ Balfour, B.C. •268-6 FOR SALE—Cheap. Nanny goat, year and half old. Apply corner Josephine and Robson streets, or Tidy, P. O. Box 984. FOR SALE—Thoroughbred, pedigree Air- dale puppies, three months old now. $16 each. Apply F, J. Summons, Proctor, B.C. 269-6 FOR SALE—carefully selected eggs from selected pen of Wykoff White Leghorn hens, $2 per setting. Limited number of Houdan hens at $2. U. A. Purvis, Nelson. •270-6 FOR SALE-Owing to Ul health; all my Buff Orpington hens and pullets, $2 each, and one cock, bred entirely from prise stook. At Troll I took first cock, hen, pullet and pen. Also a Cyphers company 14-1-egg incubator, new laBt year. Eggs J3 a setting. Mrs. Caldwell, Proctor. *271-6 FOR SALE—Pure bred Plymouth Rock cockerels, $2.60 each; the best eggs, $1 per setting; also ranch for sale. Apply Marsden Taghum. •272-8 FOR SALE-Eggs for hatching from prlae- wlnnlng Black Minorcas, $3 setting; from prlie-wlnnlng Buff Orpingtons $2.80 acting, H. A. Sheals. Grand Forks, B.C. FOR SALE-Barred Plymouth Rocks eggs for hatching, $1.60 per 15. Also few choice Barred Rock Cockerels, $3 each. T. Roy- mon, Somerset Poultry Yards, Selwyn street, Nelson, H.G. •272-6 FOR SALE—Few splendid B, R. roosters, $2 to $5. Eggs 3 per 16. Will trade fine rooster for ono as good or better Barred Rock. H. Batchelor, Westley, B.C. •278-6 FOR SALE—Heavy logging team; also one cow. Apply G. -ostiums, Perry Siding, B.C. ., •273-10 «. MACDONALD ft CO., - wholesale Grocers and Provision Merchauta-Importers of Teas, Coffees, Splcea, Dried* Fruits, Staple and Fancy arocerIes,To- baccos, Cigars, Butter, Eggs, Cheese anft Packing House Produce. Offiee ands warehouse corner of Front and Hall streets. P. O. Box 10D6. Telephonea 23 A ORDERS BOOKED NOW POR SPRING cleaning. Don't delay, tho ruah will soon- start. Why upset your home? Call -a in. Vacuuem house cleaning Is the :>n.y aystem for up-to-date people. Ask our neighbors. Endorsed by Nelson's leadin ; citizens. Phone ub ror window and chimney cleaning. Encourage white labor. Nelson Vacuuem & Window Cleaning Ca, Stanley atreet Box 166, Phone 19. W-tt. A. E. BENNETT, painter and decorator} wall papers and paper hanging a apeei- olty: estimates given; all work promptly executed. 614 Stanley street Phone SU. P. O. Box K7, Nelson. GR~EN BROS., BURDEN * CO. Civil Engineers. Dominion and B.C. Lana Surveyors Surveys of Lands, Mines, Townsites, Timber Limits. Etc. Nelson, 616 Ward St, A. H. Green, Mgr. Victoria, 111 Pemberton Bldg., F. C. Green. Ft George, Hammond St, F. P. Bprden. A. L. MoCULLOCH Hydraulic Engineer Provincial Land Surveyor P. O. Box 41 Office phone B86; residence phone B7i Office; Over McDermid & McHardy Baker St., Nelson, D 0. Singing and Voice Production H. TREBT HEALE-TUITION GIVEN ln above. Studio at 615 Cedar Street Phone A91. Box 674. MINING Properties inspected and expert reports furnished. James C. Campbell, M.E.,. United States hotel. St Paul. 130-tf. Notice of Application for Liquor License Notice is hereby given tbat I, Annie Fournler, of Crawford Bay, Intend, SO days from the date hereof, to apply to tLe Superintendent of Provincial Police "or a. license to sell liquor by retail In and upon the premises known as tho Crawford Bay hotel, situate at Crawford Bay B.C. Dated this 27th day of January, 1912. NOTICE Tenders Wanted The C. P. Railway will receive tenders for building Btone masonry walls rt bridges 64.9 and 65.0 Boundary subdivision, and stone masonry piers at bridge 92.3 Boundary subdivision. For partloulat-s apply to C.P R. resident engineer, Nelson. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Tenders received after March 15 will not be considered. 28.> LIQUOR ACT Notice Ib hereby given that on the 16th. day of March, 1912, application will be made to the Superintendent of Provincial Police for the transfer of the license for the sale of liquor by retail ln and upon, the premises known aa the Edgewood Hotel .situate at Edgewood, BrltlBh Columbia,, from W. A. Calder to B. W. Bull of British Columbia. Dated thla 14th day of February, 1912. W. A. CALDER, Holder of License, Applicant for Tru.r.zW NELSON PAVILION, LIMITED NOTICE The annual general meeting w"* be held at the board of trade rooms, Nelson, B.C., on Tuesday, 6th March, at 8.90 _p.m. D. K. JIEBSTON. (Secretary. Nelson, B.C., Feb. 22, 1912. 2G9-19* WEDNESDAY ... FEBRUARY 28 €ty Battp 0ttaa. PAGE SEVEN STAR GROCERY Directly opposite Dominion Express Office Store of Quality Phone 10 Never In Nelsons History has there been such an offering of High Grade Groceries, Provisions and Table Supplies as we have on display Take action today, let us have your first months order, today. Constant Variety Lowest Possible Prices Beautiful Cut Flowers Call- fornian Violet* Daffodil* On Sale today. SPECIAL Choice Alberta Butler 3 lbs. for $1.00. Real Genuine Value Our Imperial Tea, .3lba. J1.00 Try Our Service, and We Will Guarantee to Satisfy You Phone 10 Your Watch Keep Train Time? Might as well be two hours as two minutes late for a train or boat. If your watch won't stay right bring or send lt to~iis. Re- "member we specialize ■ in fine watch repairing. J. J. Walker Jeweler and Optician Baker St. Nelson, B.C. Swift's Fertilizers Bone and Blood Pure Animal Matter Ammoniates. Crop producers, Soil Builders— always reliable. It pays to use them. Adapted to all soils and all crops. Write Swift Canadian. Nelson for free booklet. Swift Canadian Co., Ltd. NELSON, B.C. 1 MARKETS J CLOSING FIGURE QUARTER CENT UNDER DOLLAR WINNIPEG, Feb. 27.—The local wheat market opened unchanged with a very poor demand, erratic anil undecided. Continental and Liverpool cables declined %c on May (new) and July contracts. Later a reaction occurred and the decline was recovered and maintained until tlie close. The closing figures were 99%u for May. July was unchanged from Monday's close though during, the morning it sold down Id tho half. Tho cosh demand was quiet, offerings were 'heavy and enquiry for export was light. 0at8 and flax were dull but prices held fairly steady but finally May oats closed %c down and July Y.c. Minneapolis wheat options were steady, closing %o to J/ic higher, That market, however, was reported very dull, in fact at a late hour it was claimed that less than 226,000 bushels had been sold. Receipts are continuing very heavy and 300 cars are in sight for Inspection, and loO cars were Inspected at West Superior on Fab. 26. Chicago being closed for the primary elections was a factor in tlie dull markets here. Listed stocks— Bid Asked -Canada Fire 130 ... City and Provincial Loan 126 Great West Life 290 315 Great West Permanetn Loan .. 12Wi 126 Home Investment and -Savings 140 150 &. A. Warrants 300 1000 Crown, C.F.B 96fc 91 Northern Cert 99 100 Northern Mortgage t 118 ... Northern Trust Co 126 130 Standard Trusts 166 Sales—16 Northern Mortgage at $123; 6 Northern Bank at $100; 3*> Home Investment at $140. WALL STREET IS NOW MORE CHEERFUL NEW YORK, Feb. 27.—The local stock market as well as other Important exchanges at home and abroad reflected a more cheerful outlook today. In London and on the continent this was ln a great measure the result of the willingness of the English coal miners to confer with fne operators, a concession that the labor men had "hitherto declined to make. At home the preliminary meetings between the anthracite coal owners and their employees were under way with tho view to a renewal of the three-year agreement which .expires soon. In spite of the pessimistic utterances recently attributed to some of these owners the belief holds that an amlcaible adjustment of extstir- differences will result. SPOKANE MARKETS (Reported by Sharp & Irvlne.1 Bid Asked B. C. Copper J 4.00 $ 4.60 Caledonia 66% .69 Canadian Consolidated 35.00 60.00 Granby 35.00 40.00 International Coal 64 .68 Lucky Jam 17% .20 Nugget .42 .60 Rambler-Cariboo fitti .66 Royal 05% .07% Snowstorm 33 ' .85 Stewart 1.01 1.03 Standard -.. 1.25 1.65 SaIes-600 Snowstorm at 33c, 500 at 34c; 1.000 International Coal at 56c; 200 Stewart at $1.02, 1,100 at $1.03, 100 at $1.W, COO at $1.05. METAL MARKET. •LONDON, Feb. 27.—Silver, 26 15-16: lead, £15 lGs 3d. NEW YORK, Feb. 27.—Silver, 5S%; standard copper, 11.07%@14.25; firm. REPUBLICANS DIVIDED iRALEIQH, N.C., Feb. 37.—Many delegates are arriving to attend tbe Republican state convention, which meets at tho Yarborough House in this city tomorrow to name the delegates to attend the Republican national convention ln Chicago, The "regular" organization is solid for Taft, but among tho rank and file of tlie party there are many Republican supporters of Roosevelt and as a consequence a contest is promised on the presidential instructions. INSURANCE COMPANIES MUST PAY BRITISH INCOME TAX LONDON, Feb. 27.—The court of appeals today ruled that the money deposited by fire Insurance companies with the Dominion government so as to enable tbem to transact business In the Dominion was Hahle to the Income tax hero. This decision affects three appealing coihpanles, NELSON NEWS OF HE DAY Mrs. H. H. Pitts will not receive today. Mrs. TVllHam Waldie will not receive today. Mrs. A. Treglllus left yesterday for Omaha, travelling over the Great Northern lines. A fancy dress ball will be held at Slocan junction tomorrow and great "reparations have been made for this occasion. The Hotel and Restaurant and Laundry Workers' local No. 183, I.W.W., will hold a special meeting tonight at 8.30 o'clock at M. Baker street. A meeting was held vesterday at Slocan Junction for the purpose of secln" what could be done toward a school, and lt was decided to approach the government on the sub4ect, Thomas Qulnlan had von** serious operation at the Kootenay Lake General hospital last "Wednesday. He was operated on hy Dra. Laibau, Borden, Vlgneux, Willson and Arthur. His progress Is very favorable, | _.., Skating at tho Alice Roller rink today. Ask or write tor tne Hudson's Bay company's grocery price list. Kil-tf Ermallne Is the sensible, sanitary scientific and econumlcal cookery bag. Three sizes, 25c, 35c and 50c per dozen. Phone 38. Christie & Benson. 266-tf. THINKS MARTIANS ARE HELIOGRAPHING Johns Hopkins Professor Sees Radium Rays in Sky—Credits Them to Mars. VANCOUVER, B. C. Feb. 27.—Declaring that residents of Mars have mastered the problem of radium rays and that, with proper' facilities lt would be possible to read messages from the earth's nearest neighbor. Professor Fred Taylor, of Johns Hopkins university, Baltimore, a recognized authority on astronomy, left North Vancouver yesterday with a mass of data which may result In extended research being made into the theory of "attempted communication between the earth nnd Mars becoming ultimately successful." For the' past two months Professor Taylor has been carrying on his Investigations on Grouse mountain. According to statements made by him to C. W. Knight of North Vancouver he hud learned that there was an exceptionally secluded place to be secured In the vicinity of the Ambitious city. On arriving here last December, the professor established a camp on Grouse mountain. Thinks They Signal With Radium. He states that during the 60 days he spent on the mountain ho made a study of certain light effects noticed In the sky. Prof. Taylor asserts that from the regularity of the flashes noticed nightly it Is his belief that residents of Mars are trying Bomo experiments, the ultimate hope of which is to perfect communication with the earth. He also states that he believes they are experimenting with radium rays for tho reason that ln the Ultra-ether zone nothing but radium could be transmitted through any such great space. Mr. Knight says he engaged the professor In conversation regarding this subject. He said thnt Prof. Taylor informed him It was the purpose of the Johns Hopkins university to solve the problem of Intercommunication between the earth and Mon***. if possible. Believes Problem Solved. "I came to the conclusion that they had some immense quantity of radium or something which *we liken to that, as a result of my Investigation made while living on Grouse mountain," was the statement which Mr. Knight attributes to Professor Fred Taylor. "Was It your object ln coming hem to Investigate the reported attempts of residents of Mars to communicate with the earth?" nsked Mr. Knight. "T have no doubt in my mind at nil that they have solved the problem of long distance messages, transmitted by rays of light" replied Professor Taylor, "and on account of * the regularity of the flashes, I believe they were, and are, attempting to communicate with the earth." "Can It be done?" Interpolated the professor In answer to a request for a definite reply; "If wo knew that, Johns Hopkins college would not be spending money for our research." PRINCE MAX OF 8AXONY IS TRIAL TO RELATIVES BERLIN, Feb. 27—Prince Max of Saxony, who has just been offered the chair of liturgy at thc Archcpiacopal seminary in Cologne, though made of the stuff that produced the monks of old, Is a severe trial to hla relatives, He Is the youngest brother of the King nf Saxony, but. as a Roman Catholic priest, ho spent some years "slumming' in thc East End of London. Among the many indiscretions In the memoirs of Prince Max's sister-in-law the ex-crown princess, one of the most amusing Is her description of his re turn. Tbo princess hns loft on record a lively account of tho state of his hair and nails, his clothes and shoes, and Informs her readers that his single brush answered all hlB requirements, being used successively both as tooth brush and hair brush. Shiloh'sGum QUICKLY STOPS COUQH8. CUFU.9 COLDS, HEALS THB THROAT AND LUNCS. 28 CENTS DENIES DISCRIMINATION AT BISLEY AQAIN8T CANADIANS (Canadian Associated Press.) LONDON, Feb. 27.-^Lord Cheylesmore, chairman of the National Rifle association, told the Associated presB today that he had nothing to pay regarding th© Ross rifle difficulty, excepting merely that the ■Sutherland sight was outside tho scope of the regulations. He also denied that Canadians were Interfered with or treated differently than other competitors at Blsley. GAS, DYSPEPSIA AND INDIGESTION VANISH Diapepsin Settles Your Upset Stomach and Ends All Indigestion in Five Minutes, Yon can eat anything your stomach craves without fear of Indigestion or Dyspepsia, or that your food will ferment or sour on your stomach, if you will take a little Diapepsin occasionally. Tour meals will taste good, and anything you eat will bu digested; nothing can ferment or turn Into acid or poison or stomach gas which causes Belching, Dizziness, a feeling of fullness after eating, Nausea, Indigestion (ilka a lump of lead In stomach), Biliousness, Heartburn, Water brash, Pain In stomach and Ini- testines or other symptoms. Headaches from tho stomach are absolutely unknown where this effective remedy Is used. Dla*-*;*-sm really does all the work of a healthy stomach. It digests your meals when your stomach can't. A single doso will digest all the food you eat and leave nothing to ferment or sour and upset the stomach. Get a large 50-cent case of Pape's Diapepsin from J*2ur druggist and start taking now, and In a little while you will actually brag about your healthy, strong Stomach, for you then can eat anything and everything and everything you want without the slightest discomfort or misery, and every particle of Impurity or Gas that Is In your stomach and Intestines Is going to be carried off without the use of laxatives or nny other assistance. Should you at this moment be suffering from Indigestion or any stomach disorder, you can surely get relief within five minutes. "Cowichan Strain" An experiment in Cooperative Advertising This strain outnumbers all other strains In the Cowichan District. Write for free pamphlet giving directory of breeders and descriptions, with illustrations of their plants, to tbe Secretary, Cowichan Station, Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Cowichan S.C. White Leghorn Utility Poultry Club Cowichan Station, Vancouver Island, B.C. Cunard Line Canadian Service ENGLISHMEN A new way to a new land by a well known line—Give us an opportunity to show you how we can Insure your relatives and friends a well planned and comfortable trip at the very lowest cost to you, ft you do not want them to come until the spring months do not wait until the last moment. You can reserve their accommodations now. New Twinscrew S.S., "Ausonla" sails from Portland, Me,, Feb, 17, 1912. For further particulars apply to any steamship agent or H. E. LIDIYiAN, Gen'l Agt. Can. West. 445 Main St.. Winnipeg. MAHOMETANS WILL CENTRE IN LONDON Mosque Will Be Built at Cost of Half Million at Pimlico in Near Future. LONDON, Feb, 27.—London Is soon to become the centre of western Ma- hometanlsm. Of late years the number of business men ana students who are members of the Moslem community has largely Increased In the metropolis, ln Liverpool and other centres. At tbe present time the services of their faith are held in inconvenient places, such ns hotels. Some years ngo a mosque was founded at Liverpool, but it has ceased to exist. Today with the exception of the Inaccessible mosque at Woking there Is not a single Mahometan place of worship fn this country. To meet thc needs of the community, therefore, an Influential committee wns formed with the object of raising a fund, of nt cast $500,000 to build a mosque fn London. This committee bas for its president the Aga Khan, and for its chairman the Right Hon. Sycd Amir All. Several sites have already been under consideration, but tho most favored one is In Pimlico, not far from the Thames embankment of that district. Several rich Mahometans bave sent subscriptions, and the movement bids fair to succeed at on early date, Both the sulian of Turkey nnd thc begum of Bhopal aro among the contributors. The new mosque Is to bo of oriental splendor, and a pat/ic-ring ground or centre for Moslem worship and activity. Adjacent will bo, as nt present proposed, other Institutions for Moslem culture such ns library, meeting rooms and a hotel. As a whole the buildings wll| be nomparnhlc with the great pub lie buildings of London. "It Is possible that a start will be made during the present summer. GREAT FOR BREAKFAST. Give thorn Kellog-'s Tbnated Corn "Flakes every morning for breakfast. They're sure to like It, and find lt nourishing nB well as flavorful. 30 Hudson's Bay Stores Incorporated 1670 Incorporated 1670 New Goods direct from Great Britain A Large Consignment of Turkish, Huckapuck and Cotton Towels These are of good dependable quality being nice and soft, but of sturdy texture. We can freely recommend them. Prices from 40c. to $1.00 per pair. White Grecian Bedspreads in Three Special Lines These linos aro famous for their good wearing qualities. They are a much superior article to what our remarkably low prices would indicate. They go at $1.25 $1.50 and $1.75. Marcella Bedspreads in Five Distinct Lines We confidently Invite your Inspection of these and are sure that you will be agreeaby surprised when you compare the extra quality with the moderate price at which we offer them. They are firmly woven and come In very attractive designs, are fully bleached and will alunder beautifully. Prices $2.00 to $4.50. Advance Styles Spring smi Summer Footwear Several shipments ln the newest shapes and leathers ln men's footwear have been put Into stock and comprise a great variety of the best makes. Not a few leaders. Men's tan button boots, $6 per pair. Men's tan button Oxfords, J6.50 per pair. Men's patent button boots, JG.00 per .pair. Men's patent button Oxfords, $5.50 per pair. Men's gun metal button boots, $6.00 per pair. Men's gun metal button Oxfords, 55 per pair. N.B.—We will be pleased to have you see the latest arrivals in ladies shoes and Oxfords. Better bargains ln SHADES have never been seen anywhere. What were 40c. 60c. and 60c. now 25 Cents Special offer of Art Glass Shades suitable for hall lights and cosy corners. Were 32.00, now $1.00 J. H. Ringrose ctrtcal Supplies Phone 227A 508 Stanley St. RAILWAY POLICY MAKES REALTY VALUES INCREA8E (Special to Tiie Dally News.) VERNON, B.C., Feb. 27.—Following the announcement of tbe government railway policy and the granting of a subsidy to the C.N.R. for a line from Kamloops to Kelowna via Grand Prairie, Armstrong and Vernon with a branch line to Lumby, and the activity In connection with the new tram line project has caused quite a movement ln the Vernon and Armstrong districts. Properties worth approximately $300,000 changed hands during the past week. Numerous survey parties are at work on the new Ilm-s. REMEMBERS PAARDEBERG OTTAWA, Feb, 27,—The Canadian Defence league held a well attended meeting in the capitnl today in celebration of Paardeberg Day, the anniversary of the surrender of the Boer forces under Gen. Cron ic at Paardeberg, Feb. 27, 1900. DOCTORS GOULD NOT HELP HIT GIN PIUS m ""During August last, I went to Montreal to consult a specialist as I h;id beeu suffering terribly with Stone iu the Bladder, He decided tooperate but raid the stone was too large to remove and too hard to crush. I returned home and was recommended by a friend to try Gin Tills, They relieved the pain. I tool: two boxes and went hack to;tht specialist. He said lhe stone was smaller but he could not remove it although he tried for two hours and a half. I returned home and continued to take Gin Pills— and, lo my surprise and joy, I passed die stone. Gin Pills are the best medicine in the world, and, because they did me so much good, I will recommend them nil the rest of my life", J. ALBERT LESSARD, Joliette, P.Q. 50c. a box, 6 for $2.50—at all dealers, and moticy back if they fail to give -:olic*. SatnplQ box free, Natioind Jf)rafj & Chemical Co. of Cahada, Limited, De.pt. B C Toronto. 39 If you care how you look you will only wear clothes that make you look your best. You can't achieve that ln a ready made suit. You can In a suit mado by us to conform to your particular bullf* and style. Look over our new spring patterns and leave your measure NOW. D. SMALL & CO. Expert Tailors Gents' Furnishers Baker St. Sanitary Plumbing Is more important than some people think. Thc health of your family depends on It. Let us give you an estimate on any new plumbing or gas fitting. Repair work trusted to us ls done on time. E. K. STRACHAN Plumbing and Heating Telephone 262 313 Baker St. BOW ISLAND-- THE "GAS CITY" The latest advices from this promising city Is that gas well No. 8 has just heen tapped, and registers a flow of 35,000,000 cubic feet of natural gas every 2-t hours; and that jjaa well No. 9 has been tapped and pro-Micas 12,- 500,000 cubic feet of natural gas each day. These nine welts have a daily production of 119.000,000 cubic feet -er 2! hours. And 10 moro aro being, or aro to bo, drilled. PIPED TO CALGARY. By September next Calgar-- will be burning this gas at a cost of 35 cents per 1,000 cubic feet. Eventually there will he a net-work of pipes throughout Alberta carrying this gns. Buy lots now. Easy payments. T. M. RIXEN Rooms 2 and 3, Alan Block P.O. Box 373 Nelson, B.C. JUST ARRIVED A Nice Assortment of Huntley & Palmer BISCUITS 30c. to 75c. per Ib. Joy's Cash Grocery We atend to your PLUMBING promptly and well B. C. Plumbing & Heating Co. Victoria Street, near Opera House Telephone 1ST Kootenay Lake General Hospital Society Notice of Annual Meeting In accordance with tho bylaws of the Society the annual general meeting wilt be held in the Hoard of Trade rooma on Tuesday, March 12Lh, at 3 p.m. Membership Conditions—All annual subscribers of the sum of "{10 aro members of the Society eligible to take part in the election of Directors for the ensuing year and in case of illness are entitled to freo treatment in the hospital. GEORGE JOHNSTONE, Secretary. STOCKS _,r ... . 100 B. C. Copper J 4.25 Wp llTrPr For KaIa -"" Standard Silver-Lead .... 1.-15 •»»e -unci iur oaie 250 Sunset M1Ua 160 300 McGllllvray 21 10,000 Juno Mine for 125.00 E El McDermid Baiter Street Neison, B. C. PACE EIGHT Ctie Sail? slttoss. WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 28 For Rent Furnished house, 5 rooms and bath room situated on car line, 10 minutes walk from postoffice. This house is thoroughly modern in every way and can be occupied at once; rent $35. We also have listed with us one of Nelson's finest homes owner is going away for three months and is prepared to rent this house furnished during that period. Call on us for particulars. I NAWDSLEY, SHAW & CO Unequalled for General Use W. p, T1ERNEY, General Sates Agent, Nelson, B.C, Cars shipped to all railway points. Queen Studio Established 1899 P.O. Box 206 Phone 180 Portrait Landscape Commercial PHOTOGRAPHY Campbell's Art Gallery Phone 46 715 Baker St. Next Door Kootenay Steam Laundry The Studio For Actual lifelike pictures. True to pose and expression. These are the work of trained experience, and represent In Nelson the fruits of modern photography. AH are the products of a trained artist, and thus ensure satisfaction, commendation and a good name. This we ever mean to keep and make a Campbell photo a thing of beauty and a domestic Joy forever. Special sittings and speedy fulfillment of orders. Sardines A handy lunch 2 for 25c. 2 for 35c, and 20c straight. C. A. Benedict Grocer neGEM Overture, "William Tell" Vltagraph Feature A REFORMED SANTA CLAUS Edison Comedy: How Sir Andrew Lost His Vote. Edison Descriptive: Brockton Fair and Horse Show. 10c. ADMISSION 10c. Friday find Saturday, "Alaska," the Land of the Midnight Sun." I Swift Current We advise purchase of lots In Ontario Place subdivision, distant three-quarters of a mile from depot Price $75 to $150 per Lot Easy payments; discount for cash. See us for particulars. H. & M. BIRD Nelson, B.C. Something Unique Our factory haa Just completed mounting half a -dozen Freak Pearl Stick Pins Representing: The Missing Link. A Pox Head. A Skull. A Ram's Head. An Aborigine. An Irishman. These are remarkable pearl formations. Call and see them. Phone 169 For Eatables Fish for Lenten dinners—We have a big variety. Our potatoes are delicious, $2.00 per sack. Special A No. 1 Wagner apples. Special price $2.25 box. Cooking apples at tempting prices. Don't forget the cash discoun The Dollar Grocery Ring up 169. W. W. HARRIS, Manager Cor. Hall and Baker St. Clear as the mirror-painted scene, Amid Columbia's vales of green, May faces, loved, be held in view,, Pictured to life, which breathes anew; Brief beauty here, undying, speaks Each day to love, who gladly seeks Life's very smile and form imprint, Limned In the treasured Photo Tint. -NELSON NEWS OF HE DAY H. Perry Leake, Dominion -government engineer, Is at the Hume. R. K. Hedley, the well known Vancouver metallurgist, Is a guest at the Strathcona. The executive of the Nelson Conservative association will meet on Friday evening. The Nelson Male Voice choir will meet for practice in the Oddfellows' nail at 8 o'clock tonight. The practice specially arranged for will be field at 7.30 o'clock. The Ladles' Mission circle of the Baptist church will hold its monthly meeting this afternoon at 3.30 o'clock at the residence of Mrs, W. O. Rose, "Vernon street. Mra. C. W. King will give a brief address. There will be a meeting of the Falrvlew Conservative association at the Hume school at 8 o'clock tomorrow evening for the purpose of electing delegates to a nominating convention for the Ymlr riding which will be (held shortly. AID FOR THE AGED The tottering feebleness of old age is pitiful, and Ib caused by the fact that the fires of life are burning very low, Yet many people, ot ei-jhty are" more vigorous than those twenty years younger, because they know how to keep up their strength. We can truthfully call Vinol a staff of strength for the aged because *$ gives them new strength, makes the blood richer and causes it to circulate more freely. Vinol ls our delicious cod liver and iron tonic that even the old and feeble can take with the greatest pleasure and benefit. Mrs. H. W. Avery, Norwich, N. Y., says when she was 89 she took Vinol and found it brought her strength and vigor. It is good for the weak and run-down of all ages. We sell quantities of lt and always say, "If Vinol does not please you, we give back your money." We make thiB offer because we know by observation how much good Vinol does. Wm. Rutherford Druggist AT THE THEATRE The program at the Gem theatre this evening includes: "The Brocton Fair and Horse Show," Brocton, Mass.. Oct. 3 to 5, lMIi From first to last this Edison film pictures a complete tour of the great fair of 1911, races, parades, the reception of Governor Foss, horse and dairy cattle show, all beautifully and highly Interesting. "A Reformed Santa Claus" Is p, Vltagraph Christmas story full of the right atmosphere and very pleasing. "How Sir Andrew Lost His Vote" Is a high class Edison comedy, refreshing In its originality, adapted from "In the Fog," by Richard Harding Davis. On Friday and Saturday, March 1 and 2. will be shown a feature performance consisting of six reels and lecture by Jack Qlnlvln, "Alaska. Jack," depleting most realistic scenes of the far north, without question a most marvellous collection of motion pictures. SENATE WILL PASS NEW INQUIRIES ACT OTTAWA, Feb. 27.—There will _ be no AUCTION SALE Household Furniture Thursday, Feb., 29 Upstairs in the Carney Block at 2 p.m. Mrs. J. E. Moore has instructed us to sell by auction on Thursday, Feb. 29 at 2 p.m. in the premises upstairs known as the Carney block, Baker St., next to Kootenay street, a quantity of furniture such as five cookBtoves, five dining tabes, chairs, cupboards, etc. TERMS: CASH. Nelson Opera House WEDNESDAY, FEB. 28 Nelson Operatic and Dramatic Society will present "The Man in the Street" a one act play, followed by "The Snowball" A farce comedy in three acta. Prices: 50c, 75c, and $1.00 Flan at Poole's. clash between the senate and the house over tlie Inquiries act which was advanced a stage In the upper house today. Senator Lougheed for the government accepted the amendments by Senator Power, designed to maltc the bill more clear. One provided that the records of experts or engineers sh'nil-l be preserved. Senator Kerr changed his amendment, which provided that any one engaged as accountant, engineer, technical adviser or other experts should not be capable of holding office for five ••■ears. He reduced the term of disqualification to two years, He thought the government ln the interest of fair play should accept the amendment and so prevent men who were seeking places In the government service from making places for themselves by acting as commissioners and reporting against the present holders of places they might want for themselves. However, If the government thought the bill would be Injured by his amendment he would be willing .to ■withdraw it. J. 0. Patenaude Manufacturing Jeweler, Watchmaker and Optician All Size Washboards 25c These washboards are well made and can be used on both sides. Today at 2.80 o'clock you. can (buy one for 26c. Only one Bold to a customer. Alger book special tomorrow. The Variety Store Headquarters for Popular Priced Brushes. Nelson, B. C. Socks and Pants Cheapest In the City, The Ark 60S Vernon St, Phone A395 New and second hand furniture of all kinds. A WANT AD IN THE NEWS WILL BRING QUICK RESULTS TRY ONE I * TU'ifc' Chick food A perfect food for your baby chicks, during tbe first month. Composed of cracked grain ot different varieties, with Millet seed and grit: Contains a liberal allowance of granulated Oatmeal. The Brackman-Ker Milling Co., Limited This Gigantic Price Sacrifice Sale Lasts a Few Dags More If you have not taken advantage of this sale i One dollar does the work of three. so before to late. J. A. GILKER Men's Furnisher Baker Street Shavers To get a clean comfortable shave you need good cean cutting razors. We have them. Straight Razors Gillette Safety Strops, lotions, powders, everything ~ Our $1.50 Special Safety ls a dandy. to make shaving easy. " Nelson Leading Drug Store The Rexall Store The Poole Drug Co., Ltd. Nelson's Prescription Depot lhe Rexall Store The Druggists of Ability LOCAL AMATEURS PLAY TONIGHT Most Amusing Pare* Will be Proceeded by Clever Curtain Raiser—Those Who Will Act The dress rehearsal of the dramatic performance being- given by the Nelson Operatic and Dramatic society this evening at Jjtjecj-pera^-io-ua^ C. A. Waterman & Co. Ward St. Nelson, B.C. Auctioneers We have just received a car load of Lime and Sulphur Spray And can supply In barrels cases or gallons. We also carry Sprayers Spray Pumps; and a full line of Tree Prun- ers, Pruning Knives, etc. Wood-Vallance Hardware Co. Ltd. Wholesale and Retail TORONTO HAMILTON Nelson B. C. WINNIPEO VANCOUVER SMofi's Gure *TnDC CnilPllfi HKAI.S THE LUNGS OlUro WfUlillO price, as cents situations in "The Snowball" are most amusing, tlie troubles and complications arising out of a practical joke causing great merriment and many ludlolous situations. The curtain raiser tells the tale ofavagabond father whl discovers ln the wife of a young artist his long lost daughter. The play has many dramatic moments and gives scope fvr good character acting. The caste Is as follows. "The Man In the Street" Philip Adare (an artist) Leslie Craufurd Minnie Adare (his wife) Mrs. Craufurd Jabez Gover (the man ln the street) R. W. Hinton "The Snowball" Felix Featherstone Mr. Wilkinson Mr. Thornycroft (his Uncle John) D. Cunningham Harry Pendergrast Mr. Jackman Saunders (the "butler) W. Matthews Mrs. Fatherstone Mrs. Cornish Ethel Granger (Featherstone's ward) .. Miss A. Kerr Penelope (maid) Mrs. J. *W. Astley Stage manager H. Treby Heale The Nelson Symphony orchestra, CANADIAN CLUB ANNUAL MEETING Successful Year Anticipated by Members—Member for Ymir Elected President At the annual meeting of tbe Nelson and District Canadian club held in the board of trade rooms yesterday the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Prosldcnt-J. H. Schofield, M.P.P., Trail. First vlce-preBldent—P. Irvine, Nelson. Second vice-president — -Lord Alymer, Queens Bay. Secretary—George H. Playle. Treasurer—J. H. Lawrence. Literary secretary—H. H, Currle. Executlve—J. E. Annable, F. A.