'/Si DAILY NEWS CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS Ara An Effective Selling pore* . - THE DAILY NEWS covers Every Pari of th* Kootenay and Boundary District. VOL. 13 No. 202 NELSON, B. Or, MONDAY MOBNING, DECEMBER 7, 1914 - 50c. PER MONTH SAY THEY TAKE LODZ ill POINT IN RUSSIA Situation,from Russian Viewpoint. Was Reported Desper*** ata'on Friday Owing to Tremendous Reinforcements J Rushed Forward by Fue-ls Railway Centre $$$ RUSSIANS ARE PUSHING STEADILY OVER CARPATHIANS ON TO PLAINS OF HUNGARY Kaiser Believed to Plan Siege Campaign in Poland and Wounded Cover Ground After Siberians Charge With Bayonet-In Three Days Hospital Fails to Clear Bloody Field of Wounded (By Dally News Leased Wire.) . LONDON", Deo, C—An official announcement from Berlin declares that the Germnns have occupied Lodz, where a series of battles lias been In progress for some time. Lodz Is tho centre of the railways leading through northern Poland. Little news comes from south Poland beyond a. general denial of a success reported to have heen achieved by the Russians at Czenstochowu. The capture of one of the advanced positions at Przemysl Is regarded as conferring a valuable advantage on the Russians In their attack on the fortress. Leaving this city to the attention of the besieging armies the Russians are pushing in small bodies steadily across the plains of Hungary | and fugitives *are said- to he pouring toward Budapest. In the face of the Austrian advance In Servla there has been talk of the removal of the capital frum Nish to Mttrowltza, but Servia denies that this step actually has been taken. Tremendous Reinforcements. Delayed despatches to the Tele- j graph from Petrograd Indicate that the situation at Lodz Friday, the day the despatches were filed, was then serdouB. "For the past three days," says one of the despatches, "the German forces around Lodz have heen strenuously aggressive. "Their campaign is being .pushed 1 with tremendous reinforcements. The base of this wedge Js. Thorn and Kallcz. The apex ls Lowicz, This gives the Germans control of all the railroads in tliis triangle. They are using the railways to pour in an unceasing stream of fresh troops and engines of war. "The enemy's plan around Lodz involves the cutting of some of Warsaw's most important lines of communications. The GermanB plan to hold thiB wedge all winter, inaugurating an elaborate trench warfare system like that on the west front.'' Announce Taking of Lodz. ■BERLIN, Dec. 7, 1:03 a.m., via London.—It is officially announced that the Germans occupied Lodz Sunday. Lodz, a city of some 150,000 population, is the chief centre of Russian Poland. It has numerous textile mills, the majority of them for the manufacture of cotton goods. In addition, It has flour mills, dyeing establishments, brickyards, machinery, plants and breweries. The population Is made up of Poles, Germans and Yiddishers. Progress Favorable, Saya Austria. (By Dallv News Leased Wire.) VIENNA, Dec. 6.—The following official statement was issued today: "The battle in Poland is progressing favorably for the Teutonic allies. The Russian forces which marched to western Galicia were attacked by Austrian and German troopB. We captured 2,-00 prisoners -and some trains. "In the Carpathians there has heen some fighting. j "The enemy, who broke into Stul- ■ burg, has been repulsed with the Iobs i of 500 prisoners." j Teutons Show Exhaustion. (By Daily News Loused Ywrc.) I rBTROGRAD, Dec. 0, via London*.— I Tho centro of the field of operations j In tho eastern arena, of the war has I moved to itho south of Lodz In Russian Poland. The Gor-nfan effort centres at ' Szechorczow, 20 miles west of Plotr- kow, with that town'as the objective. . Wenvy fighting is reported also nlorcg MINISTERS TO COMEJNEXT WEEK Attorney General and Hon. W. R. Roit Will Look Into Neede of Koot- -* enay-Boundary District, (Special t0 The Daily News.) VICTORIA, B. C„ Dec. 8.—Hon, W. I J. Bowser and Hon. W. R. Ross will li leave on Sunday for u week's tour of I ihe Kootenay and Boundary district, j The needs of this portion of the prov- ' Ince -are to be studied preparatory to II the drawing up of the legislative pro- l gram for the coming session. The \ ministers will explain at public meet- lings the situation whlch'confrentsthe Pprdvincc. The attorney general has ■mado arrangements with Peter Vere- | gin to meet the Doukhobors and he [will look into tlie question of compliance with the laws of British Colum- |bta. - The ministers will be at Grand ffForKB on Monday evening, Dec. 14; pt Trail, Tuesday; Rossland, Wednesday; Brilliant, Thursday; Nelson, ■ Thursday evening; Fernie, Friday; fl Cranbrook, Saturday. The return Iii journey will be made via Spokane. IS. line from Glosno, t_ miles smith of Lodz, to lh0 Vistula river. Tho strength af the Gorman iflorces opposing the Russian left wing is estimated at five corps, each oorpg occupying a front 8 to 10 miles In- extent. There are indications of the exhaustion of itihe troops composing the German centre. Most of those regimenits, whieh lost a large percentage of their fighting strength, havo been withdrawn ire resting on tholr arnts and fresh troops are holding ithe lino during a lomporary craga'tjion of the -battle. Numerous despatches ifram the 'front tell of the Russian -successes near Lodz and tireless aggression of tbe Siberian* troops. Siberians Do Bloody Work, Tho en tiro wooded region -from Brzellny to Kurpln is described In these despatches as a Gei-mum graveyard. Hero an unsupported Siberian battalion m bard incut. The heaviest fighting was for tbo possession of a Jewish cemetery -on thc outskirts Of tho city. This position changed hands twice. Aa tho result of many attacks and counter-attacks, the Germans rfhd Russian troops exha*M'cd their ammu- nQ.'ion (but -eont-iniicd ■fflghtdng wJtJh bayonets and rtflo butts. Tho gas house In Lodz wns damaged the suburb of Baluh was burned and threo other outlying villages wero par- Ualty destroyed .by firo caused by exploding shells. Thirty citizens w-wo killed and 20u wounded. In Lodz CO houses nn*d a Catholic church wero demolished. Tho Bourse G:uzotto says the Roman curia bus requested the Austrian government through tho papal nuncio at Vienna to remove guns and wireless apparatus from the cathedral at Cracow, Daring Stroke Fails. LONDON, Dec, 6.—Io Poland the Germans, whoso daring stroke to penetrate itho Russian centre, apparently ha-s ended ln failui'o with heavy losses, according to tho latest reports from Petrograd ,nro forming a new line extending roughly from Kutno in the north to Cracow In the south. The right, or southern wing of this army, which rests on Cracow, Is commanded by Gen. Dankl. Ho I3 supported on the north hy tho army under Gen. Hot- zendonf, which Ib based upon Czenstochowu, whllo thn army which was sent 'from th0 west fills the gap between tho iforco and Gen. Mackenzon's army, whicli after extricating Itself ■from tho iRussian meshes, Is now in a ncw position extending (from Kutno southward. Tho eighth Bust Prussian army presumably has taken up tlie northern part of tho line. Thus it will bo seen that an entirely new (battlo is about, to b0 fought, for tho Germans aro determined at mill coptfl to keep tho Russians out of tholr territory. Tho British correspondents are confining themselves to reports of tho battlo arounkl Lodz which is described as the most sanguinary of tho war. Montenegrins Badly Cut Up. (By Dally Nows Lensed Wire.) PETROGRAD, Dec. 6, via London, 5 p.m—King Nicholas of Montenegro telegraphed ithe -Bourse, Gaizetto thnt a third of hla army has -fallen on tho battlofleld, "Nevertheless," tho king ndds, "the 4 ALLIES' FLEET SAID 4 9 TO PLAN RAID 4 9 ' LONDON, Dec. 7, lo a.m.— 4 9 Tho Central News eorresipon- 9 9 dont at Copenhagen saya tho 4 9' following has been received in 4 9 tho-Dunis-h capital from Berlin: 9 9 "Forty' British a:nd- French 4* 4 warships aro gathered! out of 4> 4> (deleted 'by censor) with the 4> 4* evident intention of forcing 4 9 their way through. This, how- 4> 9 ever, will bo impossible as tho 4 4 -fortifications havo been greatly <$> 9 strengthened and the water In 9 9 thickly strewn with mines. 4 (Continued on Fast four.) RUMANIA TO JOIN ALLIES, IS REPORT Minister of Finance Said to Be Only Member of Cabinet in Opposition. (Bv Daily News Leased Wire.) GISNBVA, via London, Dec. il, !):2". p.m.—The Journal de -Genevo publishes a despatch from Bucharest which says that Rumania has definitely decided to enter the war on the side with the allies. This decision, according to the despatch, is in accordance with the wish of the entire country, including King Ferdinand and all the Rumanian statesmen with the exception of the minister of finance, M. M argil lol man. Tlie question of when Rumania will make her entry into the* conflict is still being discussed, however, .one side desiring to avoid a winter cam* palgn, but the military authorities express the fear that Servia may be defeated before the spring. The attitude of Bulgaria still remains doubtful. Greece, Servia and Rumania have proffered certain concessions, which, ■however, Sofia seems not to consider a sufficient inducement. Greece Expresses Friendliness. LONDON, Dec. G.—Reuter's Athens correspondent telegraphs that Premier Venlzelos was visited yesterday by Ghalib Bey wlih reference to prosecutions of Greeks In Turkey and a proposed search of the Greek legation at Constantinople on the pretext that a wireless station is concealed there. The correspondent states it Is understood that Venlzelos denied In vigorous terms thnt such conduct on tbe part of the Turkish authorities would prevent the resumption of friendly relations between the two countries. JAPANESE DIET OPENS TOKIO, Dec. 6.—Emperor Yoshlhlto opened the diet today. SIR EDMUND 0SLER RESIGNS AS PROTEST Objects to Retention on Payroll of Toronto University of Three Gorman Professors. TORONTO. Dec. B,—Sir Edmund Osier announced tonight that he had, re- resigned from the board of govornors of Toronto university, as a result of the board's action In the question of threo German professors. The action of tho board of Toronto university *1n granting leave of absence with full pay lo the three Gorman professors, lias elicited considerable protest among a largo section of the community and a movement is on tfoot to hold a public meeting in Massey hall to discuss the governors' decision. It is proposed to ask Sir Edlir.lund Oslor to preside. SERVIAN CABINET RESIGNS ROME, Dec. t>, via London.—A Nish telegram to the Stefanl News agency announces thnt the Servian cabinet, headed by Nlchoia Pachltch, resigned on Saturday and that Premier Paoh- itch is forming a new ministry. SUBMARINE TIS TO FORCE PASSAGE British Craft Reported fired at by Turks MOSLEM CRUISER DAMAGED BY MINE Russian TroopsOccupy Three Towns After Desperate Battles ; (By Dally News Leased Wire.) BERLIN, Dec. 6.—Wireless to Say- villc.—A British submarine yesterday tried to force a passage through tlie Dardanelles, according to a Constantinople despatch to the Frankfurter Zeitung. The submarine's presence was discovered, however, tiio message adds, and tho vessel apparently was hit by shuts fired liy tlie Turkish forts. - Turkish Cruiser Damaged (Bv Diily News Leased Wire.) PETROGRAD, Dec. 6.—The Turkish cruiser Hamedieh has struck a mine and returned to Constantinople considerably damaged, according to the Russian official news agency's Con stantinople advices. Thc reports say also lhat tiie Itus stan Ships have sunk six Turkish sail ing vessels which wore said to bo carrying war supplies. Capture Three Turkish Towns. PARIS, Dec. fi, 12:10 p.m.—A despatch to the Havas tsgencv from Petrograd says that it is officially announced that on Dec. 2 troops of the Russian army of the Caucasus occupied the towns of Seraikolii and Bosch- kai in the eastern part of Turkey in Asia, near the Persian border, as a result of -the battles occurring on the Dilman and Kohi routes. Dllman and Kohl are both towns of northwestern Persia in that section lying between Turkey In Asia, and Russian territory. Although making desperate resistance before these points, the official statement says the Turks were forced to retire ln the direction of Van, abandoning many wounded and prisoners. Tho Russians have taken .possession of depots of provisions and wnr munitions at Baschkal. Turks Fight Desperately. PETROGRAD, Dec. 6.—The follow lug communication was issued last night from the army of the Caucasus "On Dec. 2 our troopB, after lively engagements in the roads from Dilman and Kohi, Persia, took possession of the towns of Serai and Basohkal-j The Turks, who defended desperately the positions before these towns, retreated, fleeing in some cases toward Van, Armenia, abandoning numbers of wounded and prisoners." *4444444 9 4 9 FOUR TOTS ARE 4 9 BURNED TO DEATH 4 4> (Bv Da|lv Nows Leased Wire.) 4 4> MONTREAL. Dec. 6.—Three 4 4 boys and a girl, ranging In age 4> 4 from 4 imtontha to 4 years, the 4> 4 children of Zenon Cyr, wore 4 4 burned to dcwMi today when 9 4 their homo near Slmwhrldge 4 4 caught fire while they were 4 4 alone in the house. 4 4 4 <'(^^ . DEAN DOULL OF VICTORIA ACCEPTS VICTORIA, B. C, Dec. 6—Very Rev. Dean A. J. Doull of the diocese of Columbia has accepted the office of Bishop of Kootenay, to whleh he was elected. He expects to take over the duties of his see next February. FAIL PELLILL ON Ell GERMAN DEAD CEHREIHES SPY BRINGS DEATH 9 9 TO FIVE HUNDRED 4 4> **.__■ <-.. 4 LONDON, Dtic. 5.—How 500 9 9 Trench troops were betrayed by 4 4 a spy on Tuesday lust is told in 4 4 a despatch from Dunkirk. Tho 4 9 French soldiers wero sleeping 4 9 in a church at Lupernisso. A 4 4 spy In somo way gained access 4 9 to 'the 'hoifi*y and displayed 4 4 lights which noticed tho Ger- 4 9 man artillery of tho presence 4 4 of French troops. A bombard- 4 9 Iment immediately followed and 4 4' th© exaet range -heing known, 4 4 tho sleeping men woro cut to 4 9 pieces by exploding shells which 4 9 -oilso set -fire tn tlio straw ort 4 4} which thoy had been laying, 4 4 4 44444/14 &■*■ s* Vi-444444>i444> i44-'* UNKNOWN WARSHIP DRIVEN ASHORE Four-Funnel Vessel on Rocks—Dense Fog and High Seas Prevail on Atlantic CoaflL (Bv Dnily News Leased Wire.) NORFOLK, Va., Dec. C—The rev., enue cutter Itasca was speeding tonight from Hampton roads toward North Beach to assist an unidentified vessel, said to be a man-of-war, In distress. The Norfolk navy yard received a message from the North Beach life- saving station on the Maryland coast saying a vessel, apparently a wars! was in distress. There is a dense fog and high seas, Naval officials here do not believe tbe vessel is an American warship. The Itasca Is not expected to reach North Beach before morning. Has Four Funnels. OCEAN CITY, Md., Dec. fi.—An unknown warship is reported aground one mile off shore, three miles north ot North Beach livesavlng station and six miles south of Ocean City. A high sea and northeast gale prevent assistance being rendered. Observers nearest the vessel say she has four funnels and that they can see her fighting tops. Not United States Ship. WASHINGTON, bee. G.—Pears that the war vessel reported aground near Ocean City, Md., might, be either the United States destroyer Terry or the destroyer Perkins, bound from New port, R. I., to Charleston, S. C, were dissipated tonight by advices to the navy department, from Norfolk reporting the safe arrival of both those vessels at that port. No other United States war vessel could >*-n in the vicinity of Ocean City, according to officials of tlie navy department. ONE MAN TOOK GUN, SHOT CREW Private of Highland Light infantry Goes Alone on Brave Effort When Comrade Falls LONDON, Dec. 6—The Victoria Cross has been .bestowed on Pte. George Wilson, 2nd battalion Highland Light infantry, for conspicuous gallantry on Sept. 14, near Vornoull, In attacking a hostile machino gun. The official announcement deseriblng Wilson's gallantry says: "He was accompanied by only one man. When tlie latter was killed he went on alone and shot Iho officer and six men who were working the Run, which he captured." FIVE WARSHIPS ARE 8IGHTED OFF.PERU LIMA, Peru, Dec. 5.—Five warships passed Malabrigo bound northward Friday morning. Their nationality is unknown. IF EMPIRE NEEDS THRICE ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND MEN DOMINION WILL LOYALLY ANSWER CALL, PREMIER BORDEN STATES (By Dally News Leased Wiro.) TORONTO, Dec. 6.—Sir Robert Borden, nt a luncheon of tho Canadian and Empire clubs, at noon yesterday spoke publicly for tho first time since parliament prorogued on the war and Its causes and Canada's responsibility as a Dominion in the British Empire to tako her part In tho struggle. Thc premier sulci hc preferred to mention no figure but thnt If two or throo times 100,000 men wero necessary he had no doubt Canada would respond to tho call, nnd "we are prepared to make that call In assurance that it wilt bc answered." -Sir Robert complimented Gen. Lea sard on the arrangements for training tho men. He said: "Having aeon today ln Toronto the arrangements that have beon -made hero for tho training of -the socond contingent, I tako the opportunity of publicly congratulating Gon, -Lessard and his staff for the plondld work which has heen dono in thnt regard. "The men who are making soldiers ready for tho stern work which they mny bo callo*d upon to do later are serving thoir country nnd serving tho Empire Just as truly as If they were at the front." The premier in the morning Inspect ed tlio mobilization camp at tho exhibition grounds. Ho attended tho joint luncheon of tho Canadian and Empire clubs at noon and in tho afternoon Inspected the harbor works and vlBitod the football game, in the evening Sir Robert reviewed and addressed 1,400 men of the Toronto homo guard at the armories and a dinner at government house concluded the busy day. Ho roturncd to Ottawa tonight. Speaking at the joint luncheon of tho two clubs yesterday Sir Robert said: PolTcy Is Blood and Iron "Today there Is but one thought In our hearts and It is fitting that I should speak to you of the appalling struggle which has boon forced upon our Empire. I say forced upon us because I am convinced that no nation ovor desired ponce more sincerely than tho nations which composed the British Empire; that no statesmen ever wrought more to avoid war than did tho statesmen of Great Britain In thc weeks which Immediately preceded the conflict. Thero Is not time nor Is It necessary that 1 should dwell on occurrences which determined the Issues. The great events which "brought about tho esta-bllshmcnt and consolidation of the1. German empire under Prussian domination aro well known to you. Bismarck foreshadowed In a famous phraBe tho policy of the future. 'The groat questions are to be settled,' hc said In 1802, 'not by speeches nnd majority resolutions but by blood and iron.' Intoxicaterf by War Teachings "Thon came in quick succession the war against Denmark ' in 1864; the downfall of' Austria' in 18C6 and the overthrow of France in .1870. The policy of blood and Iron seemed to consummate tho realization of that which had been the dream of Germany for centuries. "Germany became an empire; the king of Prussia became lis emperor. The-military spirit of Prussia dominated German thought and German ideals. Tho intoxication of victory aided by a propaganda preached to every child and every young mnn by tho foremost thinkers of Germany imposed on Its people an ideal and an ambition which Included the dominance of Europe und, indeed, of tho ■Wortd. "The world has only recently come to realize tho astonishing teaching to (Continued on Page Two.) By Brilliant Dash Upon Surprised Foe Sir John French's Men Cut Down orjBeat Prussians from Their Defenses. - They Then Sweep on and Capture^Second Line MAKE ADVANCE* OF FIVE HUNDRED METRES ALONG FRONT-TEUTONS LOSE HALF FORCE French Reach Outer Works of Metz-Field Fort Destroyed by Allies in Belgium, Guns Are Silenced--Kaiser's Troops Forced from Town by Well Directed Shells-Stiff Fighting in Alsace-Lorraine (By Dally News Leased Wire.) PARIS, Dee. 6.—Gen, Sir John French and his British forces madc doubly memorable tlio official visit of King George to the trenches of his fighting forces on Saturday by a brll* llnnt and dashing offensive in which tho Germnns wero driven back all along the British front from Dlxmude to tho Lys. North of tho Lys the British charged from their trendies at daybreak and fell polimell upon th' Gorman first line of earthworks, swarming up and into it in the face of a terrific *fire. They went down among the Germans with the cold steel und thrust, jabbed and beat down the hclmeted occupants until thoy had cut them down or dug them out. When the ditch was choked with dying nnd dead the oncoming ranks swept over the top of the mass and did not stop until the second line of entrenchments had been taken. Fight Like Demons It was 500 metres from Rie British position to the second line of trenches and the British fought every inch of tho way. They fought like demons. The Germans were so stunned by thc audacity of tho attack and tbe brilliancy of Its execution that there was no effort to relieve their losses at this point. Unofficial accounts of tho charge place, the German losses at one-half of those engaged. The British losses were also heavy -but not so bad ns those of the enemy. The French have carried the fighting at the eastern end of the line in tho western theatre of war right Up to the outer works of Metz. In Belgium the allies have made progress at several points. Destroy Teuton Field Fort The following official communication was given out in Paris this afternoon: "In Belgium on Dec. 5, not far from tho Passeur house, the capture whloh was reported yesterday (referred to in yesterday's statement as that of a ferryman's hou.se on tlie canal between Dlxmude and Ypres) our artillery destroyed a German field fort. The enemy mado a vain attempt to recapture Weidenreft. "On tlie rest of tho northern front there has been n-bsolutc calm. Silence Hostile Guns "It was calm also in the region of tho Aisne. "Iu the Champagne district our active heavy artillery successfully counteracted the batteries of the adversary. "In the Argonne the war of the sappers was pursued. We continue to progress slowly, repulsing all the enemy's attacks. "Slight progress likewise was mnde In the legion southeast of Warenm The German artillery there has been silenced. "On the remainder of tho front (here is no notable occurrence to report." Tho following official communication was issued by tho war office Saturday night: "Tho same activity prevails today as the day before. We have consolidated our position to tho north of tlie house of a ferryman (on the canal between Dixmude and Ypres) which was captured on Dec. 4. On the remainder of tho front there fs nothing of importance to communicate," Cut German Lines (By Dally News Leased Wire) LONDON, Dec. (i.—A Paris despatch to the Times says: "I have reason to believe that thc French have seriously interfered with the German communications between Mats and the Woevre, "Their long range guns somo days ago destroyed a German convoy, which was entering Pagny, .2 miles southwest of Mtete, and now the bombardment of ArnevlIIe (10 miles southwest of Met?,) has cut the line serving tlio German railway head at Tiiian- court." Foe Fo.ced Out of Vermel lea (By Dally News LoaBCd Wire.) BERLIN, Dec. li.—By Wireless to London.—The evacuation by the Germans last night of Veniielles, south- cast of Bothune, was officially announced hero today. The statement says: 'Vermelles was evacuated hy us, according lo our plan, on account of tbe continuous French artillery fire, which was causing unnecessary loss. -The buildings which remained standing were blown up by us and our troops occupied positions prepared oast of Vermelles, so that the enemy could not follow In this direction. "Southwest of Altkirch the French renewed their attack with reinforcements hut without success and they suffered heavy loss." Indian Wins Victoria Cross (Rv Dally News Leased Wire.) LONDON, Dec. 8.—Tho allies continue to push forward ln Flanders and In northern Franco, but the Germans explain that they are giving ground for tactical and strategical reasons. The advance as far as Flanders Is concerned seems io havo been checked on the outskirts of Langemark. There has heen a recrudescence of hard fighting in the Argonne district, where tbo French claim they are making progress. On tiio whole as regards the siege operations, tho successive successes means only a slight gain or loss and a slight readjustment of positions. It was officially announced tonight that during his visit to France King George conferred tho order of merit on. Field Marshal sir John French and also pinned the Victoria Cross on the first Indian soldier to win that decoration. On tlio western front interest tends to shift from Flanders to Lorraine and upper Alsace. There has 'been little fighting in tho part of Belgium still held by the allies and the French have taken somo old German trenches, which gave rise to tho belief that the Germans havp decided to fall back to new positions. Operations of a more serious import are taking place on the borders of Alsace-Lorraine. In upper Alsace the French apparently have made considerable progress and they also are making duspernte efforts to sever tho communications of the German forces which have been holding St. Mihiel on the Meuse for many weeks. Generally, however, siege warfare prevails ami for the most part the gains mado extend hardly moro than 100 yards. Ostend Said to Be Ablaze A despatch to the Chronicle from Dunkirk says: "Ostend is reported to be on fire. The conflagration was caused either by a British bombardment or German incendarics." A Renter despatch from Amsterdam says the report of a backward movement by tiie Germans along tho Ysej; canal is officially denied at Berlin. THOUSAND ATTEND BURIAL OF MAJOR THOMAS BEATTIE CRy Dally Xews Leased Wire.) LONDON, Out, Dec. li.—Hon, T. W. Crothers and Hon. W. J. Hanna represented the Dominion and provincial governments, respectively, at tbe funeral of Major Thomas Beattie, M.P. for London, yesterday «fteruoon. Interment was at Woodland cemetery with Rev. W. T. Hall of Petrolea, a close friend of the late parliamentarian, in charge of tiie services. Tho pallbearers were Sir George Gibbons, Hon. C. S. Hyman, T. H. Smalliiian, J. U. Duffield, T. H. Carl- ing, Lieut.-Col. Oartzbore, M, D. Fraser, ICC, all of London, and F. D. McLennan of Cornwall. Mayor Graham and tho members oE tho city council attended in a body and a final tribute was paid by thousands .if citizens, irrespective of political affiliation, TELEGRAPH OPERATOR TRIES TO KILL SELF (By Daily News Leased Wire.) MOOSE .i.VW, Sask., Dec. l!.—W. F. Brown of Woodstock, N. B., tried to cat his throat In a local hotel Saturday, Brown was formerly a telegraph operator at the Canadian Pacific railway and afterward at the Canadian Northern railway commercial offices, Winnipeg. Ho was qn his way to Calgary seeking employment, hut lack of funds forced him to get off here. He was accompanied by Frank Wheaton, also of Winnipeg. He will recover. VISCOUNT MARSHAM AMONG WOUNDED Son of Earl of Leicester Also la In Casualty List—Dorsetshires Fighting Against Turks. (Canadian Associated Tress Cable.) LONDON, Dec. li.—Four officers were officially announced among the dead lu tonight's casualty Hat and another reported killed whoso death was not confirmed.1 Three others died of their wounds, with a fourth reported to have died from his wounds, The list of wounded, contains IB names, Including Brig.-Gen, Percival of the Royal artillery, Second Lieut. Viscount Marsham, eldest sou and heir to the fiftieth Karl of Romney, and Capt. the Hon. ,1. S. Coke, seventh son of tho Karl of Leicester. Capt. Trafford ot the Royal fusiliers Is listed as wounded and missing. In addition a casualty list is reported from the Persian gulf, two officers being kilted, ono died of wounds and two wounded. Of these fivo thereare four officers of thc 1st and 2nd battalions of the Dorsetshire regiment, indicating tbat this -regiment, with its long service record, is again fighting ou Astatic soil, or sand, PAGE TWO Cbe miv JS« MONDAY, DECEMBER T, 1914 News of Sport ARGOS CAPTURE; DOMINION HONORS Appear With Strongest Line-Up But One Man Is Threatened With Pleurisy, Another With Weak Ankle (By Dally News Lensed Wire.) TORONTO, Dec. C—Tho Argos are Dominion champions. They won the title by defeating 'Varsity Iby 14 to 2 here yesterday. Contrary to expectations tbe Argos were nble to appear with their strongest line-up. Wendell Holmes, the sterling half-back, was In the game. He was injured in Ottawa Nov. 7. Though threatened with pleurisy, he went Into tho gamo in fairly good shape. Foster, who had his ankle twisted In the Hamilton Rowing club game on Wednesday, had tlio injured member well bandaged. Coach Hughes Gall sent the 'Varsity team on tho field in the best of shape after two weeks' lay-up. Only three changes wero made on the team from tho ono that lined up against McGiil in tho final intercollegiate game. Red Mackenzie, who got into the McGiil game in the second half, started out today in Lindsay's place. Monty Clarkson replaced Adelard at outside wing. O'Reilly, out of tho game owing to parental objections, was replaced by Nicholson. Tho Argos won the gamo In the first quarter by taking advantage of the fumblings of the 'Varsity halves. A few minutes after the gamo started McKcnzio fumbled a punt from O'Connor and Murphy grabbed tho ball and raced over for a touch. This put 'Varsity up against an uphill fight and though they tried hard, the Argos had enough left to stavo them off for tho rest of tho gamo. Brilliant Rugby Playod Holmes, Motley and Foster played brilliant rugby all afternoon. In tho first part of the gamo the Argo halves played great rugby and caught bravely but toward the end they 'began to show the strain of two hard 'battles this week and fumbled badly. Thc 'Varsity was unablo to take advantage of this fumbling and thc Argo halves always recovered. The fine tackling of Knight nnd Murray played no little Part in the winning of the Argos' first lead. The Argo outside wings were a menace to the 'Varsity players and always downed them in their tracks. Burkat and McFarlane wore prominent In blocking the opposing wings and gave their halves great protection. Mills' following up and tackling featured his work. He also got the ball out cleanly. Holmes and Smith pulled off several good runs in the earlier part of the game but weakened toward the last. Murphy was on tho job, playing as usual. ROSSLAND HOCKEY CLUB ELECTS NEW OFFICERS ROSSLAND, B.C., Dec. (J.—A hockey meeting was held on Friday. Tiie election of officers resulted: Vice- president, E, Rankin; secreta-..-., Arthu: Holland; treasurer, Allan Newton; executive committee, J. Donahue, E. Langdon, George Griffith, E. G. Morris and Al. Keating. The election of .. president and manager was left over until next meeting which is to be held on Dec. 13 at the Allan hotel. G. A. Latterty, J. Donahue and A. Rolland were eh-ctod delegates -to the West Kootenay league meeting to be held in Trail on Tuesday. "Willie, is your father a rich man "No, Sallle, he's a professor, so I can be educated for nothing." "Oh, that's nothing; my father is minister and I can be good for nothing." VANCOUVER HAS WON MANN CUP Canadian Amateur Lacrosse Association So Declares—Decides to Buy Another Mug OTTAWA, Dec. 8.—Tho Vancouver Lacrosse club was declared 1914 champion of tho Canadian Amateur Lacrosse association at a meeting of the Canadian Amateur Lacrosse association yesterday. It was unanimously decided that the Vancouver elub, having compiled with nil tho requirements of the trustees of tho Mann cup and having won the necessary number of games was- entitled to the cup. The incoming executive of the association was authorized to discard the Mann cup as emblematic of tho Cana dlan amateur lucrosso championship trophy and to secure another for the Vancouver club. Tho newly elected officers are: President, A. E. Haydon, Saskatoon; vice-president, A. E. Vert, New Westminster; secretary, F. (R. Siskins, Toronto. BRITISH FOOTBALL. (Canadian Associated Press.) LONDON, Dec. 5.—Following are tho league football games played Saturday: First Division—Aston Villa 1, Bradford 2; Bnaid'fora City 3, Sunderland 1: Burnley 0, Notts County 0; Chelsea 0. Sheffield Wednesday 0; Everton 2* West Bromwich Albion 1; Manchester Oity 1, Liverpool 1; Mlddlesborough 1. Manchester United 1; Newcastle United 3, Oldham Anhletic-s 0; Tottenham Hotspur., 0. Blackburn Rovers 4. Second Division*—Barnsley_2, Stock- Port County 0; Blackpool 1, Wolver- hamton Wanderers 0; Bristol City 2. Derby county 3; Bury 3, Arsenal 1: Glossop 1, Fulham 0; Grimsby Town 1. Birminghnlm 0; Huddersfleld Town 0, Lincoln Pity 1; Llecester Fosse 1 Hull City 1; Nottingham Forest 3, Leoda City 1; Preston North End 2, Clapton Orient 2. Southern League — GIlLin-gham 2. Northampton 2; Brighton and Hove Albion 4, Southampton 0; Cardllf City 3, Reading 2; Exeter City 3, Croydon Common 1; Portsmouth 1, Milwall Athletics 1; Swindon Town 1, Queen's Park Rangers 1; Crystal Palace 1, South End United; West Ham UttWed 2, Plymouth Argylo 0; Norwich City 2, Watford 1. Scottish League—Aberdeen 0. Celtic 1; Airdrl-eonfana 3, Falkirk 2; Ayr United 3, Raith Rovers 0; Clyde 2, Morton 3; Dumbarton 0, Partick Thistles 2; Dundee 0, Third Lanark 0; Motherwell 2, Hamilton Academicals 4; Siberians 1, Hearts ot Midtotihtan 3; Queen's Park Rangers 1, KLlmarnock 0; Rangers 5, St. Mirren 0. Irish Leugue.—Glentoran 2, Clifton Villa 0; Linfield S, Bohemians 2; Distillery 4, Glcnavon 2; Shelburne 0, Celtic 1. Northern Union.—Bradford 1, Leeds 17; Bramley 7, Huddersfield 34 Bronghton 5, Widnes 8; Halifax 5, Battley G; Hunslet 10, Kingston 7: Leigh 8, Oldham C; St. Helens 11* Kelghley C; Warrington C, Swlnton 0; Dewsbury 25, York 11. Lancashire Cup Final.—Rochedale 2, Wigan 3. WESTERN BECOMES JUNIOR CANADIAN RUGBY CHAMPION LONDON, Out,, Dec. 6.—Western university won the junior rugby chain* plonship of Canada here yesterday by defeating thc Ontario Agricultural col- lego of Guelph, junior intercollegiate champions, 23 to 0. The half time score was 2 to 1 In favor of Western, which holds the junior Ontario Rugby Football union championship for 1914. WILL NOT L0WER__ AMATEUR STATUS Build Wall Against Professionalism Higher, Members of Canadian Union Advocate—No Reinstatements (By Dally News Leased Wire.) OTTAWA, Dec. 6.-—*No decisions as to where the athletic meets shall ibe held next year were agreed upon at th thirty-first annual meeting of the Amatour Athletic union of Canada Saturday. This matter was left for the championship committee to settle. No reinstatements were recorded. Tbo affiliation of the Canadian Amateur Swimming association, the Canadian Snowshoo union and the Canadian Amateur Hockey association with the union was agreed upon. Throughout tho discussions It was obvious that the members of the union aro as anxious as ever about having nothing whatever to do with professionals or professionalism In any of its ramifications or vagaries. "Build the fenco between amateurs and professionals higher instead of making the slightest move to lower It," remarked one delegate and this remark seemed to voice tlio opinion of tho meeting. Among the amendments offered to tho constitution was ono prescribing that if professional Instructors have taught or are teaching amateurs only they shall have full amateur standing except the right to participate in any open competition of amateur events. This was voted down by a large majority. Tho reinstatement of about 70 soc ccr players In Ontario, who had played In the professional ranks of tho Dominion Football association promoted some discussion. Some of the On tario delegates wished the union ti take drastic action. H, H. Russell, Winnipeg, advised going slowly and so did Frank Nelson. Tho latter pointed out that the Dominion Football asso-: elation had reinstated those 70 players out of a desire to protect amateur sport. Speaking for the Dominion Foot ball association, he said that in the event of affiliation between the union nnd the association he did not mind if tho reinstated men were barred from competition in amateur events but he and his colleagues would not like to see tho soccer players who had never entered tho professional ranks treated In tho same way. By the principles and terms of the laws of tho Dominion Football association tho 70 men mentioned had to be reinstated. Mr. Campbell agreed to a suggestion that a committee of three from the association nnd a committee of three from the union meet nnd try to bring the two bodies together. DOMINION WILL LOYALLY ANSWER (Continued from Pngo One) ALLAN CUP GAMES BRING CASH TO CHARITY (By Daily News Leased Wire.) OTTAWA, Dec. 6.—Before departing for Montreal after the organization meeting of tho New Canadian Amateur Hockey association, William Northey of Montreal, one of the trustees, gave some initereatlng information to the press concerning the Allan cup. Hc intimate^ that while the board wished to co-operate in every way with tih-e now association or governing body of hockey, they could not a,How the trophy to pass out of their care. They arc willing that each provincial district should forward its respective challenge. Tho proposed provincial elimintut-ion system fs satisfactory to tho trustees, who will -bo Elad to have much of the detail lifted off their shoulders. There will not, however, be nny change as to the disbursements of funds. This year, accordint*Kjo Mr. Nont-hey the Allan cup trustees distributed about (3000 nimiong the various charitable Institutions in the west orfter paying all bona fide expenses. The receipts from tho Edmonton- Rogina game am Moose Jaw for the Alberta-Saskatchewan ohampionsbtp, amounted to $1333.75. The surplus turned over to charity was $423.HO. This was equally divided at Regina and Ed- Rece!p!a*from the Regina -Grand me re gamo icacl'ed $3865.50 for the fwo games. After deducting expenses $294.89 was distributed. In tho game between the Kcnora Thistles and Winnipeg MonarcbB the figures were $1425 receipts and $759.18 distributed. One game between tbe Regina Victorias and the Mor.-archs yielded the sum of $1279,50; $581.30 distributed. In all $1200 went to charity at Winnipeg; $1555.50 at Regina and $211.55 Ediirtonton. Thus the total WfiB $2911.55, the trustees' expenses being small. keV Fellows who play hockey should use Automobile Skates. Nearly all the amateur and pro-champs, use them. Reason? — they are the swiftest, strongest, most comfortable skates on the ice. The perfectly balanced, light, strong tops and hard tempered nickel steel blades let you skim along hke the wind. You can get them from any dealer in good skates. Write now for our 1914-15 "Automobile" Hockey Year Book—to be had free for the asking. Mention this paper, and address— A"* signed to challenge conclusions with that of Great Britain. Whnt ambitions would not deepen in Germany, what tribute could she not exact, if dominating Europe with her army she could wage a successful naval campaign against Britain'.' "Within the past 10 years the peace of Europe has been threatened by Germany on no less than three occasions. In 1905 France at her dictation was obliged to dismiss her foreign minister. In 1909 Germany showed her mailed fist nnd compelled Russia to bow to her will, in 1911, as the history of tho Agadlr incident recalls, she again attempted to coerce and humiliate France and the situation saved only by tlie interposition of Great Britain. Germany receded from her first pretensions but only to bide her time, which came In 1914. Dominion Quickly Met Situation "Tho military autocracy of Germany has taught its people for moro than 20 years that the British Empire stood confidently in the path of German expansion nnd that war was inevitable. No one could predict the exact occasion which would be seized but no one could doubt the intention of the Prussian militarists. There was the lesson of Denmark nnd Austria and France. "In the end the storm broke suddenly and the country was confronted with responsibilities greater than those which It had ever faced. Thc situation demanded action; it deinnnd- ed immediate and unhesitating action beyond the authorization of the law as it then stood; It was impossible for the government to wait and by order- In-council wo promulgated necessary measures in advance of the meeting of parliament. The people ot Canada loyally acquiesced in these measures and our course has been ratified by the necessary legislative sanction. 'On Aug. 1 I sent to tho British government a secret telegram announcing Canada's desire to send an expeditionary force if war should ensue. The offer was not accepted until Aug. but ln the meantime steps In anticipation wero taken and the raisins and equipment of troops for such a force were authorized. On Aug. 7 the suggested composition of the force was received from the British authorities ant\ was immediately sanctioned by order-in- councll. Recruiting in the meantime had already commenced and on Aug. 6 the preparation of thc Valcartier camp was begun. Achieved Wonders at Camp 'I visited the camp four weeks from the day on which work commenced and I am proud that Wo possess In Canada the ability to achieve Within so limited a period all that was accomplished within that month. A rifle range comprising a line of 1,500 targets and extending over 3h_ miles was completed within about 10 days, A complete water supply with necessary pumps, piping, tanks and chlorinating plant with about 200 taps fitted to the tables and 75 shower baths ere constructed. An electric' light, power and telephone system was installed. Streets were constructed, buildings and tents erected and an effective sewerage system, comprising over 28,000 ft. of drain pipe was pleted. Railway sidings with loading platiforms were constructed. Woodi oro cleared and elaborate sanitary arrangements prepared. Six large buildings for ordnance stores nnd for tho army service corps, buildings for medical stores, for pay and transport offices, for hospitals, stables for sick horses, fumigating and other buildings were constructed and madc ready foi use within the samo period. Thirty- fivo thousand men were assembled and put though a most valuable course of training iu all branches of the service. Infantry, cavalry, artillery, engineers, army service corps, army medical corps, signalers and ammunition columns were organized and all were trained In their respective duties. Sixteen thousand men were trained daily in musketry. The clothing and equipment, tho transport and supply for 35,000 men were a heavy under- taking, especially ln tho urgency and haste. It Ib difficult for thoso who did not see tho camp and who have not studied all that has been accomplished to realize the tremendous demands madc upon tho organizing ability of tho Canadian people to accom* plish this. Huge Amount of Equipment "I venture tho assertion that tho organization ond arrangements of Valcartler camp havo not been excelled in any part of our Empire slnco the commencement of this war. It is unnecessary to describe in detail all the equipment, arms, accoutrements and other necessaries furnished. To equip tho force sent forward and to make somo provisions for future contingents 290.000 pairs of boots and shoes havo been provided, 100,000 forage caps, 90,000 great coats, 240,000 Jackets and sweaters of various kinds, 235,000 pairs of trousers, 70,000 rifles, 70,000 bayonets, 80,000 oil bottles, 70,000 water bottles, 95,000 sots of valise equipment and so In like proportion over a list of 66 different articles. With the first expeditionary force We sent to Great Britain 21 13-pounder quick-firing guns, 90 18-poundor quick-firing guns, 10 breech-loading 60-pounder gutiH, a largo number of machine guns, motor lorries, transport wagons nnd vast quantities of ammunition. The forco waa ready for embarkation with- B A K I N G Pr Magi-*- BAKING POWDER p o w D E R I;W.GIU£TTCaiTD. TORONTO. ONT. VinillPEO MOKTBEM. ____ in six weeks from the outbreak of war and could havo ^gch despatched If arrangements for escort had been immediately possible. More Men Than* Wellington Had "You perhaps do not realize how great an undertaking it was for a non-military country to assemble, organize, train, equip nnd despatch so Inrgc a force within that brief period. It IB, I believe, the largest military force that ever crossed the Atlantic at one time. In the great Armada which threatened the shores of Great Britain over three centuries ago, there were less than 20,000 soldiers. The force whicli w'a have sent across the Atlantic is nearly 50 per cent, greater than the total number of British troops under Wellington's command at Waterloo. "It would not only be useless but unjust and cruel as well to send untrained men to the front against highly trained and seasoned troops. They must also be hardened by exercise In the duties of a soldier's life until their physical condition will enable them to endure the hardships of aclive service. Thus our troops are receiving in Great Britain tho tests of training and of exercise which are prescribed for the volunteer army of tho mother country. That they will acquit themselves worthily no one can doubt who saw them at Vnlcartier. In physique, in spirit, in courage and iu all the qualities that are necessary for the soldier they will be found second to none. If the training of a soldier Is necessity the training and skill of the men who command them Is even more essential. The officers havo given ungrudgingly of their time and their energy to fit themselves as far ns possible for the duties of active service, But for them, even more thnn for the men, the training and experience at Valcartler and on Salisbury plain aro not only invaluable but absolutely essential before they loud their men Into action. In this grim struggle our forces will face the most highly organized mill tary machine in the world." Call of Duty. "I -have spoken of what Canada has '.■one. Thu call of duty has not fallen ipon unheeding ears In this country- Bast and west, every province and practically every community 1ms responded With an ardor and spirit which 'ir.phaslzeo* the strength of the ties that bind together the dominions of the Empire. When fine first contingent sailed from Canada wo immediately announced that another would follow. During tin. del.»y which ensued before the war office in the pressure of multitudinous affairs could suggest Its composition, it was announced that in addition to the force which had gone uroad and In addition to MOOO nun engaged in garrison atUl outpost duty vo would enlist and tl Un 30,000 men; md that from those a second continent would be despilciu'l as soon OS ho necessary arms and equipment lould be provided and a-j soon as the Vttr office would be prepared to re- Early Christmas Shoppers WILL FIND HERE A CHOICE SELECTION OF PLEASING AND PRACTICAL HOLIDAY GIFTS—NOW ON DISPLAY SCORE8 OF DAINTY TREASURES VIE WITH ONE ANOTHER FOR YOUR FAVOR THE LONG LIST INCLUDES Handkerchiefs in great variety Dainty Boudoir Caps Dressing Gowns Eiderdown Kimonos Gloves Neckwear Novelties Fancy Linens Table Linens Blouses Ribbons Fancy Bags Furs specially priced Umbrellas Etc. Etc. MEN INCLUDE Ties-the newest Braces and Armlet Sets Collar Bags Gloves Handkerchiefs Etc. Etc. Smillie & Weir oelve them. The num'ier under training b-flis recently been increased to CO,- 000 men and it fs arranged that as Boon fls each contingent goes forward a corresponding number of men will be enlisted to lake its place. This will proceed regularly and "tontlnufUBly -until neaCB is achieved or until we are .satisfied that no more men aro needed Our force under arms in Canada and abroad will soon exceed 100,000 men That number has frequently been mentioned In tlio press. In this war we are waging against the most powerful military organization thc world cvpi knew, I prefer to name no flj-uri-s. bul if tho preservation of our Empir? demand's twice or thrice the number ai ready mentioned, wo shall nsi\ lor 111 to and I know that Canada will ansvtdi tho call. Must Be Equipped. "But remember thut men cannot be sent forward more rapidly than «iho British authorities are prep:*rtd t0 receive them nnd uii*».-rij- ;■-» tiieir flr.iv training. Moreover, wc have not In Canada as in oounirla-g organized Ol a military basis, great slrtl'a-j <*f tq-ilp- ment, arms, account reuioiitff, -omtnui I lion and guns. These mus*. bo provided ar.*d they arc being provided with ali possible expedition. Both luis and ii Great Britain these reijutrrit-is are lacking upon the tromondou** scale will*:* l_ now necessary. Without thorough ■ raining, without arms, equipment an! all the essentials of warlike preparation -men sent into this awful maelstrom of war are but nn Incumbus and danger rather than an aid. There can ho but onL. Issue to this war, but wv do not expect It to be a speedy i*~uc 1 havo reason to know that results hitherto attained liave be.-u nil lhat were anticipated by the allies; but 30 fir na can be foreseen, thei'o is a lony Struggle before us. "The Justice of the alll-js' cause is generally understood and recognized among our kinsmen m tbo great neigh* boring nation and wa are proud cf their sympathy. A representative of tbo German gowrnmmt in lhat C'-ur- try has recently thought it neccssaryl .e discuss the Monroe do.vr'n-j as llf ntiy affect Canada. The doctrine, you know, does not embody any prln-1 oiple or international law but is a po-T Hoy proclaimed nearly MO years, ago] by tho government of tho Unite* Siat'.es. For the Tear-v.u that lt Is a po-1 licy of the United States that -country! ill-one has the right to determine it si scope and its limitations. As* ■■.he policy! '*f a great friendly nation- the Monroe! loctrlno is entitled to every respect but! Canada does not seek shelter behind lti in this war. The people or -this Dominion are eager and determined to | hike their part In a struggle which involves the destiny of their Empire and Ill-deed its very existence. Tihey are! quite prepared and willing to u-ssumel all responsibility which that) action ln-1 volves and they have ■?.' reasonable con-r ilidenoe In Canada's ability to dofend| her territory. Canada Responds to Test. . "Four months of war have elapsed! and Canada: emerges triumphant from! this great test of hor unky, patriotism! and her national spirit, lt has brought! together In co-operation and -mutualf helpfulness divergent Interests, different beliefs nnd dUsonnn-t ideals. Every | ■province, every city, town -and village and, Indeed, every community has | contributed its quota to the magnificent patriotic fund which hns been! raised lo Intake Just provision for those! :tiPL-nden>', upon men who have gone to| iho front, "Let us not iforget a tribute to the! patriotic generosity of our citizens off German descent who, in proportion tol heir numbers and their means, h-a-veT mado so splendid a contribution to that! fund. Tho women of Canada ha-vq provided a great hospital and alde-i wonderfully In tho many missions o( mercy they have undertaken. Froirfc the Dominion, from every province!^ from cities and towns, from ass^clft-T ilons of farmers, ifrom tho great iaboil interests of the country and from ln-1 (Continued on Pftffp Pour.l Try a Want Ad It's the easiest way to sell that property you want to get rid of. You can talk to over 15,000 people in ona day through an 'advertisement in The News, which g*>es into 5200 homes and offices in the Kootenay and Boundary Districts. If you have property for sale or to rent, articles for sale, want a position, want help, or have lost or found anything, fill out the blank below and^send to The News with the proper amount for the number of insertions desired, and test it for yourself. The Daily News, Nelson, B. C. Insert following advertisement on Classified Page times, for which find enclosed $ Name Address * Write one word in each space. Use a soft lead pencil and be. careful to. write plainly. Rates one cent per word per insertion. Six insertions for the price of four. W J/S* :*•', monoav, OEceMeem r, i**i« *'•» WITH KITCHENER'8 ARMY. %fftBatlj j&etosi •TAGE THREE 9 4 4 PROVES THAT EMPEROR 4 4 WILLIAM 18 A BUNGLER 4 (By Gerald S. Rees.). . Brltalii today £>'.iahds at the cross ■road-3-—one road ia tho highway of voluntary service for King ana ooiuntry, tho other, tho "uhorny irou-d wblch brings her to comsoriptlon, although •Jhis may not bo tlio word that will jbs "Used Vjo d-enoto ito wetVlty. The young men of the four kingdoms have brought BMtaln to tho decision point, und tlio gov'wnment is feolilng the pulse -of the *. lieople. Before this article is half way aid-oss the sea, -It Is likely we shalM fcrtaw, anid back of aM there atand-s Uhe .ifi'.ie-rn, unyiel-diinig ifiguro oil our war i^Mtit our "K. of K," who will Itoiv-e Ms ;■ million men, free or otherwise, tt>o> tte- ■compiilsh the great task which yet Wi- ■Tnalns. Aye, and it may mean1 another ; "mlill'lon -of mother's sons beforo *the i'ljiist Post" Is sounded ■Giver landi and sea to tell the Joy-flirt nows of an -hon- orabletamd iluBtlng peace. Various rea- scm*.-*, some poitomil and others futiile, have been aidduced t*o a ceo unit for the slump in recruiting, but tlio foot remains, antf this .past week tlio men ofl ■ theso isles :hav*e been brought face to face with actual necessities iamdi itihe ■ answer Is yet to bo. ColUmlns could be Written t'overing the aspects olfl this ■great "-"national emcrngen-cy*, but space . forbWa. Thero came yestenluy the order on ' pairade: "Married mem* one paiee, step Oorward march." There wns an Immediate dcle'l'lon of ithe long ranks. Fifty per cent haul stepped forward to the command. One rooked at these men with an-cspeciiul pride and was proud ito march, right-left, right-toft with them. The call had como to *them clearer ilihan the call of bo-me amd loved ones . in sheltered retreat For them, * nearly 1000 years ago. We dally take cover from imaginary foes in trenches, which were Aui; by the Romans in their conquering Invasion and j--bi;!:*eri'd behli**d gttissy mounds which may cover their bones, There is a sense of ordered btuuity in tho dcep- ' odsomed meadows, unchanging villages and Idyllic ihimdscapcs that speak Days. Prom the opening of Von* Moltke's 1870 campaign to German victory at Weissea- berg jo From the opening of Von Moltke's 1870 campaign to German victory at Saar- brucken 20 From the opening of Von Moltke's 1870 campaign to German victory at Worth... 20 From the opening of Von Moltke's 1870 campaign to German victories at Grave- latte and St. Privat........ 34 From the opening of Von Moltke's 1870 campaign to movement thnt shut up Ba- zaine's army in Metz ... 35 Prom the opening of Von Moltke's 1870 campaign to surrender of Napoleon III. and his army of 82,000 men and n38 guns with store at Sedan 46 From the opening of Von Moltke's 1870 campaign to fall of Paris 197 Von Moltke's 1870 campaign had only lasted 35 days wnen one or the French field armies wus imprisoned in Metz, the other destroyed and the Germans were free to march upon Paris. Emperor William's 1914 campaign has now lasted lift days. Every opposing field army, including the Belgians, Is still Intact. Every field army, except the Belgians, is stronger than at the beginning of tho campaign. TIiub the analogies of history prove that the German army -lias been led to defeat by a bungler, that the 1»14 campaign is already a failure -and that Germany's collapse may not be far off. 44444444444444444414444444 4 4 4 WAR NOTES. 4 9 "Her husband is a brute." "Why, what did he do?" "You know how superstitious she is. Well, when she started to throw a plate at his head during a quarrel, the heartless wretch stood square in front of a mirror." "Husband, can you pay me back that dollar you borrowed from me?' "But, my dear," he protested,. "I havo already paid It back twice. Sure ly you don't expect It ngaln." "Oh, all right, If you nro as n»an ■ n$ au that" ;,: : r "Johnny'' Poe of Princeton university is nmong the Americans fighting with tbe allies. He is serving in the 118th heavy artillery, attached to the 7th division of the British expeditionary force at Ypres. Sinco his college days "Johnny" Poe has'ljNllfled as a real American soldier of fortune. He was a Volunteer in Cuba during the Spanish-American war, a regular soldier in the Philippines, a miner in Alaska, Nevada and Mexico, -a cow- puncher In New Mexico and a soldier ln several of the many Central American revolutions. In Nicaragua President Zuluya had him arrestdd as a spy- Before going to Europo he was last heard of as manager of a mining concern near Mazanton, Mexico. According to the latest figures available, the United States has iii sub* marines built and building, with eight moro authorized. Grent Britain In July had 98, France !)'! nnd Germany 48, though she is believed to havo 50 more under construction. Britain is also increasing the number of her submarine fleet as fast as her shipyards can work. The coBt of a submarine as compared with that of a battleship ls small, thoso for harbor defense, with only a short radius, being worth about $400,000, while the large type, Intended for coast defense and able t travel a much longer distance, about $500,000. The latest type, the sea-going craft, with a spBed of 20 knots on the surface and engines rated at nearly 4,000-borsepower, will probably cost $1,200,000. Steps are being taken to organize a machine gun section to go out from Berlin, Ont., with the next contingent. Col. Bowman of the 108th regiment and a committee will interview local manufacturers and citizens with a view to raising sufficient money by subscription for the purchase or two quick-firing guns and equipping the section. Over $2,000 will be required. A Rennes newspaper says that the shield which bas been placed ut the disposal of the French Infantry In Argonne is a protection against bullets which has already been adopted by the Russian government. The French government Ib having a large number made by the works at St. HHaire du Harcourt, which has the monopoly. — -» "Yes, darling," said Mr. Newly wed, "wo can get along without a piano, but we must have a few tons of coal put In for the winter, and 1 don't really know how we can afford It." "Why, I'll tell you whnt wc can do,' replied Mrs. Ncwlywcd, Who has been reared in luxury. "We will save money on the coal bill by spending our winter IjjlElerWft.'" ;_.... J . "teluoytfli KICK THE KAISER —The Newest Game— This game, which originated in Europe within the past few months, has attained wide popularity in all parts of the British Empire. It can be played in several different ways and with almost any number of players. As originally introduced it consisted of partners (representing various countries) congregating in large groups, and with small metal projectiles or with instruments of steel, perforating or prodding their opponents until the latter broke into a run or fell to the ground through weakness. Various improvements have been made since this form of entertainment was brought across the Atlantic. Perhaps the most effective method of playing in vogue here is as follows: As many men as can be spared are sent forward to check the opposing side while the majority, remaining at home, endeavor by drawing their opponents best cards to strengthen their own hands and thus support those at the front. Coming down to cases, the people of Nelson can establish their long suit by trading at home. To properly support our side in this contest we must concentrate our resources. We must purchase from each other everything that we require; we must see to it that our money remains at home, where it will continue to move in a circle, keeping ourselves and our neighbors employed, our stores, our factory fires burning and our people prosperous. ■JvTien we bug Canadian goods in Nelson—We kick the Kaiser. When we send our money awag from home—He kicks us. Shall We Be Kicked or Be the Kickers? Every person in Nelson and its vicinity can contribute to the city's prosperity by patronising home institutions—the institutions that are contributing day by day to the city's welfare in so many ways. Are you prepared to do your duty in this matter? Smillie & Weir Meagher & Co. J. A. Gilke* Emory & Walley Tte Stat Gtocety The Standard Fatnitti*e Co. B* ackman-Ke* MillingCo., Ltd. R. Andrew & Co. *-6*&\ioy*-* u w»*tts.*<3'l J. O. Patena-ade Wood Vallance Hardware Co., Ltd. The Nelson Hardware Co. Poole Drag Co., Ltd. City Dr-ag & Stationery Co. Canada Drug and Book Co., Ltd. Choqitette Bros. ' "•"ieAj.o-y-A PAQE FOUR €6e -Ms__t ittW* MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1914 ""' Ctie Ball? J&etos Published every morning cxeept Sunday, by The News Publishing Company, Limited, Nelson, B.C., Canada. ROBB SUTHERLAND, Editor and Manager Business letters should be addresser' and cheques and money orders madf payable to The News Publishing Company, Limited, and lp no rape to individual members of the staff. Advertising rate cards and sworn detailed statements of circulation mailer1 on request, or may be seen at the of- flcos of any advertising agency recognised by the Canadian Press Association. Subscription rates; 50 cenls pe- month; $2.50 for six months; $5 pet year. MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1914 CANADA AT WAR. Canada's position in tho war Which at this time has placed tlie Empire into a position in which it must fight Cot its very existence against the most powerful and ruthless militaristic machine that the world has known was stated by Sir Robert Borden at To* ront-o on Saturday with an innate statesmanlike dignity and a clearness of conception for which it would be difficult to find a parallel. Ills declaration that if twice or thrice one hundred thousand men were needed the government would send forth the call to arms with confidence in the reply strikes a note which will find a responsive chord in the heart of every loyal resident of the Dominion. Sir Robert referred to the fact that men could not be Eeut forward more rapidly than the British authorities were prepared to receive them and undertake their final training and that in Canada, this country not having been organized ou a military basis, there were no great stores of equipment, arms and ammunition. In Great Britain, the premier pointed out, a similar .situation prevailed, but these supplies in both countries were being produced with all expedition so that further volunteers could bo trained and equipped as sooti as possible. The view expressed by Sir Robert that tho Monroe doctrine as the policy of the United States was entitled to every respect but that iu tills war which involved the destiny of tbe Empire Canada did not take shelter behind It will find cordial agreement throughout the Dominion. As he pointed out, Canadians are ready and eager to assume the responsibilities which fa*IT to their lot as citizens of tlie 'Empire. There has been no hesitation iu responding to the calls for volunteers and patriotic and relief funds have been contributed to in no ni; gardly way. Canada will light its way with the rest ol tiie Empire until a lasting peace has been assured by a complete victory for Great Britain und its allies. WOMEN POINT THE WAY. The Nelson and District Women's institute is taking a step in the right direction hy arranging to secure speakers at its Saturday afternoon meeting who will set forth some of the reasons why the public should buy at home and ask for madc-in-Canada goods. If tbe women of tlie Kootenay and Boundary district will engage in a campaign for supporting their own community by keeping their money in the first instance at home by making their expenditures in their own district and In tbo second place to keep it ln the Dominion by insisting upon securing the products of Canadian natural resources and of Canadian factories tho movement will receive an Impetus which cannot fail to carry it to a triumphant conclusion. And its success means more money, moro employment and greater prosperity in Kootenay and Boundary and the Dominion as a whole. GERMANY'S OBJECTS. Prof. Ernst Haecltel ol Jena university has come forward with a statement of -the objects whicli Germany must set itself to attain in the war it is waging against the triple entente, lu It he incorporates offers of bribes to Poland, Finland, Holland and Sweden. The "British tyrannical state" is to bo invaded by tiio Prussian urmy and navy and London is to be occupied, he states. Germany is to obtain the "greater part" of the British colonies and ol tho Congo Free State. He provides for the partition of Belgium, the western portion, including Ostend and Antwerp, to become a German federal state; the northern portion to fall to Holland -and the southeastern part to be added to Luxemburg, which would also become a German federal state. 'France Is to give up, Prof. Haeckel says, a portion of its northeastern provinces, while Russia Is to be weakened by the re-estahllshment of the kingdom of Poland which should be united with Austria-Hungary and by ■giving the Baltic provinces to Germany and creating Finland an Independent kingdom, united with Sweden. From one ot the professors who have been arguing that Germany was forced into a defensive war and that It «had no desire for world or even •European dominance -the confession of Prof. Haeckel comes with a frankness that Is re fresh-tag. Only sixteen more days ln which to do your Christmas shopping. An eastern financial journal arises to remark with due seriousness that probably Russia "went dry" with the object of hastening the speed of the advance of its troops into East Prussia. Madame Sebumaim-'Heinlc, the great singer, says she cannot tell a lie and then declares there are 100,000 Irishmen In New York ready to grasp tiie first opportunity to go over to Germany and help that country against Great Britain. Tho payment by tbo Brouse-Nakusp Telephone company of a dividend of 8 per cent is an illustration of what can be accomplished by a well managed farmers' telephone company under tho facilities provided by the laws of this province. Max Harden, the Prussian writer, says in Die Nulurnpt: "My strength ls my law. As long as possible we tire decent chaps but if need be we can be swine, too.'' Tbat Is tlie German viewpoint in a nutshell, excepting that the word "possible" should read "expedient." Writing of the roportod visit of Sir IUcer Casement to Berlin, where he was hailed as tlie "Inldh Nationalist lea'cr*' and given an acsurance that Ireland would not tc invaded Sir Ar- tlur Couan Doyle, vho knows the baronet well, aws: I may say that I disagreed with him upon this subject, but in all o'lt* dlscusT'oi'fl I have never heard him say a word which was disloyal to Great Britain. He was a rick man, however, worn by tropical hardships, and he complained often of pa'ns in his head. "Pains in tlie bead" seem to be a reasonable explanation of tlie visit. •ix*i*-*3*4-*'$'--M*3^ • WHAT THE PRESS IS SAYING. -I 9 4 $44)44444444444444444444444 Gambled for Swift Issue it is no longer possible -to make wars pay for themselves In the Napoleonic .sense. Germany has picked the bones of Belgium clean and henceforth he must bear tbe cost of her operations alone. She gambled for a swift issue. She has lost and though it will take long to bring her to her knees she knows lhat lu-r adventure lias failed and that time wlll only make her defeat more sure and the penally more heavy.—Ijondon News und Leader. Britain's Late Start If we had started .creating an adequate army four years ago Wo should, at the beginning of August, have been able to send 500,000 trained men to the continent. If we had been able to do that, Germany would probably never have begun tho war, and under any circumstances Belgium and tho north of France would not have been ravaged and laid waste. Thanks to tho "scaremongers," our fleet In thc North Sea Is magnificent in its strength,-— London Express. The Censorship The belligerent nations with considerable Justice claim that this is their war, that thoy are fighting it and paying fur it, and consequently they intend tn control the news that goes out concerning it. In other words, they have the war copyrighted. This, of course, Is rather nn unusual proceeding and ii is natural for tho newspapers of this country to protest in consequence, but at that it Is not an American war, and if it were it is doubtful if our war department would not bo almost equally strict regarding tlie news that was sent about It.— Butte Miner. SAY THEY TAKE STRATEGIC POINT (Continued from Page ono.) 3- •* •> RED CROSS NOTES. 4 4 4 $4444444444444 944444444444 Tiie doll was won by Miss Mamie Croil with number 10. Tho society acknowledges the following donations; $38 from the Sons of England, being proceeds of a concert given in aid of tlie Red Cross society; two bed jackets, two suits o** pyjamas and ore pair socks, Crawford Bay; one pair wristlets, Mrs. Redpath. three pair socks, Mrs. Meagher. Members are reminded that all socks and belts should bo laundered first before sending to the depot; also that garments should be well ironed and pressed when finished. ,44444444444 4-i 444444444 ■• 4- 4 4 9 THE WEATHER. 4 S> 4 Mln. Max. Nelson 26 36 Dawson _f) ... Prince "Albert 1-1 Hi Victoria 38 41 Vancouver HO -10 Kamloops 22 28 Caigury -2 -I Battleford 2 18 Regina 18 2i Winnipeg 18 28 Parry Sound 22 H8 London .'!0 36 Toronto 25 33 Kingston 18 30 Ottawa 14 30 Montreal - IG 23 Quebec 20 24 Halifax C, 30 Qu'Appello 14 22 ♦_ 4 STEAMER ARRIVALS. ■$ 9 4> 444&4444/4444X*>$X*/?4A>4A>94A4?4,. At New York—St. Paul, Liverpool; Mlnnetonka, London; Britannia, Marseilles) Kroonland, Plrcaus; Nieuw Amsterdam, Rotterdam. At Liverpool—-Philadelphia, New York. At Genoa—-Duca d'Aosta, New York, At Bergen—Bcrgcasfjordj Neiy York., Montenegrins will continue to defend their country and deliver attacks on the enemy's territory. Their means are exhausted ana they will be most grateful for as-slatjainco* either hi money or supplis." Armored Autos Disperse Enemy t Hv Dally News Leased Wire.) PBTROGfUAD, Dec. ti.—The following official cbinmunlcatlon was issued yesterday: "Dcspcrato engagements in front of Low1l% especially in the region of Lodz and along thc rond to the westward of Plotrkow, continue, "On Doc. 4 on the roadway between Poblanice and Lask our armored automobiles by favor of tbo darkness fell on a largo column of tiie enemy, dispersing it with much'gun fire and artillery, causing serious losses. "The rest of the front is without essential modification." Evacuated Belgrade, Servians Say (Bv Dallv News Leased Wire 1 NISH, Servia, Dec. 0.—All official Servia communication issued today asserts that Belgrade was evacuated voluntarily by thc Servians and not cap- tnred by the Austrians after a battle. The statement says tho Servian authorities and troops left tin; capital on tht evening of Nov. 3D, 30 hours before the entry of the Austrians. It says thai If there was any fighting it was only between rearguards and patrols. Calls Russian Statement False i Hv Dnilv News Leasod Wire.) BERLIN, Dec. B.—Wireless to London.—The following official statement from the German general headquarters was given out today: "The report given in the Itussian statement of Nov. 29 to the effect that [lie German attacks in the vicinity of Czenstbchowd failed with many casualties to tbe Germans is false, the truth being quite the contrary. The attack of the 17th Russian corps, which approached to within (iii yards of our lines, was repulsed- the Russians taking positions farther back and leaving a largo number of killed and wounded. "From Vienna it Is officially reported that small engagements near Tymbark, Gallcia, have been successful to our arms. "Tho position In southern Poland is unchanged. The battle continues In northern Poland. 'Southeast or ArandJoloyac (in Servia, about 40 miles southeast of Belgrade) there Is stubborn fighting without decision. Three hundred prisoners were taken yesterday." ^.^i^tv^.*:^-;-;.^*;.;,;,^^^;^;.!^.^. <*> 4 ';• COLD STORAGE. 4 4> 4 4*M4444444444444444>144444> • "I met Jones on* the steamer; he Wag going abroad for a trip." Jones, t^h? I remember that man when ho didn't know where his next meal wns coming from." "Well, it was Just tho opposite when I miw him on tint steamer—bo dldnW know where Ills last meal was going to." Highway man—Law; why I know *rr>re law than most of your lawyers. His Side-partner—So? Well, most lawyers havo got you skinned as a highway-man. "I never knew a man to muddle things up the way that old Jackass Aid. Hicks does," growled Blubberton, "Well, what did you expect?" re- **»rtod Frizzle. "They elected him for no otIier reason than that ho was n good mixer." She—Were there any striking features cit the wedding?" He—yes, the ibrlde sot some rice In 'jhe eye and thn groom got hit on the nose with an old shoe. URGES CAUTION IN INVESTIGATIONS Soils and Crops Expert Speaks of Sugar Beet Industry—Encourage Seed Culture So much work is entailed, so much skill required and the fact that cheap labor and transportation have been found In other districts to be so essential to the proper conduct of the beet sugar industry thnl he would advise caution lti the steps lhat were being taken In this district to encourage the growing of sugar beets and tiie manufacture of sugar, so slated j. c. Readey of Victoria, of the soils and crops division of the department of agriculture, who is In the city en route to Grand Forks, where ho wlll inspect one of lhe government experimniit.il plots whloh are. under ills supervision. Mr. Readey was at the Hume. Mr. Readey would not say that the Industry might not ultimately become a success In this district if attempted but he strongly advised that those interesting themselves in the movement go slowly and make a careful analysis of the situation. A test should be made of tho sugar beet as it can be grown In tbc various portions of the district for he bad found that In many districts thc soil of one portion was peculiarly adaptable for Sugar beets while in other portions they could not be grown with any success at all. He emphasized thc necessity of cheap labor and thc necessity of growing thc boots in proximity to the sugar factory In ordertbat the freight Chargo- if any might be cut down to a minimum. In view of the fact that on account of tho European war thc Importation of root seeds and In fact many .other varieties of seeds from Europe has been cut off, steps are -i-elng taken -by thu agricultural departments of the federal and provincial governments of Canada to meet with Iho situation. In certain communities Ihc growers under supervision of experts provided by the government are conducting seed plots for the growing of theso products and already stops arc being taken to work up a market, states Mr, Readey, Thc scarcity of seeds, he states, is riot likely to be felt during 1?1B but Lt is almost sure to be In li*l« and [t,,ls,t,liat year that a market will bo worked up to the greatest extent for the product.1 During the coming winter -seed cen-j trcs aro being organized throughout tho province under the Canadian Sood Growers' association and supervised by the provincial department of agriculture. _n these seed centres tho object will be to produce high class seed in quantities and m this way when the ioccasion arises Canada will have a considerable quantity of tho necessary seed on hand and all tho benefits accruing from the production will i*e- muin m thc country, Here, too, Mr. Readey emphasized tiio necessity of caution. Tho seed business, ho said, wns a special business—one that ro* quired careful study—and lie advised that farmers and ranchers should not flock into the business. In that case there would be chances of an overproduction and In an inferior class Of seed being turned out, A market had to bo found before fanners generally took up the production of seed. Ho nnnounrod that the provincial department of agriculture was Introducing improved strains of varieties of seeds and definite announcement he expected to bo made shortly. They would be brought In and distributed by the department at cost, he thought Ho dwelt on the importance of fall plowing to Iho agriculturists. Good deep plowing should bo done In the fall* ho said, for it increases the water holding qualities of it. Jt allows th'o soil to benefit from the action of the frost and permits of a freer ramification of roots. Alfalfa,- he said, should not be sown on new ground nor should it be sown with a nurse crop. The soil, he stated, should bo well prepared. As a matter of fact, lie said, it will not pay to plant alfalfa unless the land is well prepared. It should bo cut often enough to keep the weeds from growing to seed and where small areas were sown he advocated that it be planted in rows and cultivated carefully. Alfalfa seed should be inoculated with alfalfa nltro-culturo, which may bo obtained from tlm soils and crop? division of the department of agriculture without cost. The need for the use of nltro-CUlturo, lie said, is Indicated by the sickly yellowish color that thc plants take when in tho neighborhood of four and five months old. If they get into this state they will, he states, eventually die, He spoke of the field crop competitions and the excellent results which had been obtained by his department through this branch of tlie work. They had been of great value to the ranchers of many districts and were entered Into by many with a spirit of keenness. They will bo conducted again next year nnd he expects that thc entries will be far In excess of those of previous years. The coin petitions are held for potatoes and other fodder crops. He touched oh the groat success that ,had been met with during the past year iu tlio experimental plots particularly with corn and alfalfa and lie said the department found that corn could lie grown where .it had been thought that It was impossible to produce It. He advocated that all dairymen grow corn and erect silos, It would prove Invaluable to thorn, ho thought. An experimental stave silo, 8 ft. x 20 ft., had been constructed by the department during the past year at SardlB and this will be opened shortly. Its construction cost $40. Tlie government, ho said, wlll erect a Silo and fill il once for the first man In any institute district who will provide the material and grow the crop. This work Is being carried on to encourage efforts along tills lino on the part of the ranchers. In concluding, he urged that ranchers stick to one line—that Is, if a man started In Io specialize In fruit let liim stick to fruit or if lie started in dairying let him continue doing -so. This, ho thought, was tlie only road to success. There were bad seasons In all lines, but there were more Rood seasons than bad ones nnd ultimately n man who specialized would prove successful. He would lu timo learn t«» produce liis product more cheaply and of better duality. However, in spite of this it was wise to supplement any line of agricultural endeavor with fl few cattle and lo participate to some extent in mixed farming, otherwise thero was a certain amount of risk. INDIAN WANTED FOR SLAYING TURNKEY KILLED (By Dally News Leased Wire.) PEMBROKE, (.nit., Dec. 6.—Anthony Jocko, one of tho Indian slayers ot Turnkey Koxford In tiio Jail here a week ago, today -paid with his life the penalty of hiu crime. Jocko was yesterday surrounded by a posse In the homo of a half-breed named Chalbui about 20 miles Trom ifh-b Golden lake reserve. The Im'-ian left tho house In tho morning and endeavored to escape. He was caned upon to halt but <*on- tlnued to run. Several shots were fired at liim, one of them striking him In th* foot. Ho continued to press on but a well directed shot struck him In the groin, the bullet passing through bis •abdomen. Ho died early today. Peter White Duck; the other Indian con-corned in the slaying of the turnkey, was captured last Tuesday and is In Jail here awaiting preliminary hearing. PRIVATE ROSS OF CONTINGENT IS DEAD (Bv "Hilly News Leased Wire,) OTTAWA, Dec. (*..—A cable to the militia department notes tho death of Pte. Francis John Ross of the 5th battalion, Canadian expeditionary force, at tlio 'Scottish hospital, Aberdeen, ot* cerebral spln-al meningitis, Francis Boss of Pine Lake Alta., Is the next of kin. HINDU IMMIGRATION QUESTION INTRODUCED (Canadian Associated Press Cable.) LONDON, Dec. I!.—Tlie Morning Post's correspondent at Sydney Btiya that Colonial Secretary Harcourt has answered lhe Australian government's communication relating to the entrance of Indians Into tho Britisli dominions, slating that the spirit of tbe Indian princes shows a strong war ■feeling and indicates that tbe embargo against immigration of Indian natives to Canada and Australia should bo removed, Among the papers forwarded by Mr. Harcourt is the statement made by Lord Hardinge, viceroy of India, at the opening of tbe legislative council ln September, where It was stated that when it was decided to negotiate with tlie colonial governments they wltli strong imperial InstlnctB "will meet ns In no niggardly spirit, provided we on our side show a readiness to meet them halt wuy." DOMINION WILL LOYALLY ANSWER (Continued from Pagy Two.) dlvIduulH, aid has colrrtc in .. generous stream ami you wlll -permit -me to say that nowhere lu the Dominion has the spirit of patriotism made itself more manifest in generous and affective aid Tor all purposes than in y-tror own city. Tenso With Unity. "And this war has demonstrated the es-seiitlal unity of ithe Empire. When thn book is closed and the story has been told Wo eholl at least owe that to bho kaiser. It wns to ifall apundor as soon as ho -girded on his shining armor. But Instead l*t has becomo tense with unity an-d instant with Ufo and action. Our race was to flee in terror before his victorious troops but the plains of Belgium and Franco tell no storv Of decadence. Tho history of British arms contniine no annals more glorious. It is our hope ond our confidence that Canada's record will not. bc loss worthy. "In the bitterness of this struggle let us noi 'forget thnt tho world owes -nuch to German though, endeavor and achievement iu science, literature and arts, and every other sphere of useful liUxtan activity. 1 do not doubt the Gorman people, misled as to tho supposed designs at Groat Britain, Impressed for the time'being by the Prussian military spirit, and not truly comprehending tho real causes of the convict, are behind their government In thin war. Nevertheless, it is in 'truth t war waged against the military oligarchy which controls the government of Germany. Tho defeat of that military autocracy means much for the world but it means evert more-for Germany ihersoBft Freed -from Its d-djirit nance and inspired by truer ideals the German people wlll attain a higher national greatness than before. Destiny of Nation at Stake. "Canada is united in the strong conviction that our cadae is Just and In an unflinching determination to make It triumphant. "This appalling conflict was not of Britain's seeking. Hiving entered upon it, ithoro is but one duty; to stand firmly united in nn inflexible resolve to force it to a victorious and honor- Lble conclusion, Reverses may come but they must only inspire us with a deeper courage and greater determination. Our fortitude and our en-durance must equaJ all demand*-, uhe 'future shall make upon u>". All our fathers fought ifor .'md achieved, all that we have Inherited ami accomplished, our Institutions and liberties, our destiny is a nation, tlie existence of our Empire, -all aro at stake in -this contest. The resolution and determination, the •r-elf-reliance which never failed Canadians In tile stress and trial of the past will assuredly not fail her now.*' 94444444-$44'h$4>4'H 4--f444444 9 4 •> AT THE THEATRES 4 4 •44444444444444444444444>99 Reputation is a great thing but once mado it cannot be neglected and left i'to rest on its laurels, it must be carefully r.urttirtd. ■Richards and Ptfngio's famous Georgia minstrels made their reputation* ymrs ago, 30 to bo exact, and that reputation has been, im.ost zealously warded ever since. It seems as though the acme of perfection must hatvo been reached by them yars ago, but each season they bring a still better show. Tbo press In the territory where they havo appeared this season is loud in thei,. praise and when these talented colored hoys Start tlie run rolling at the opera houso next Wednesday and Thursday the audience may bc expected t„ sit up and take notice. At tho Starland this evening the Proulx sisters commence the second week of their engagement and they havo prepared a specially attractive program of new and catchy songs, rendered with the grace and life which characterize all their work. Francis Ford and Gnace Cunard, the two great stars who made the Lucille Love pictures such a pleasure, will also appear tonight In a splendid two-part feature entiled "The Unsigned Agreement." Tills is truly a wonderful story, full of thrills and heart interest-and acted with rare charm. Little Mary Pick- lord, hailed as the world's most popular moving picture actresB, is featured in a fine story, "love's Refrain," "Universal ike, Junior," figures in a comedy farce, "Tho Triangle Marriage," a film which is a euro laugh from start to finish. Tho management announces that the first instalment of "The Million Dollar Mystery" will be shown on Tuesday, Dec. 22, and that tomor row an apple-eating contest will be held at the Starland, open to all comers, and for which cash prizes will bo given. When "Judith of Bethulla" was released, which was but recently, it was at once acclaimed as a great film production. Nothing comparable to tills picture, which will bo shown at tbo Gem theatre tonight and tomorrow night, had ever been seen before In this country. Jt transports one of the harvest fields of ancient Judea. And before ono realizes it he is swept from the tranquil scencB of harvest nnd romance and caught in the swirling flood of war, famine and death. In this production war as practised by tlio ancients is depicted with faith: fulness. Tlie storming of tlie w.ulls of Bethulla by tbc army of llolofernes la valuable to tho student of history Tbo chariots, the battering ranis and all the engines of ancient warfare are used as they were of .old, and before one's eyes is a scone such as Cyrus might have witnessed. With stirring scenes of war, with whole armies sweeping across tlio scenes, and tlie entiro Inhabitants of the beleaguered city hovering behind its walls, the story of tbo drama runs through it, all llko a thread and Is never once lost sight cf. The plot unfolds rapidly and clearly aud with the deft touch of genuine art 4 GENERAL VON DER GOLTZ GOES TO CONSTANTINOPLE (By Dally News Leased Wire.) LONDON, Dec. fl.—An Austrian despatch to, Renter's says that Field Marshal Baron von' der Goltz, who reorganized Iho Turkish army, hog left Berlin fnr Constantlnnpio. Sunlight Soap Dainty Garments—Fine Linen— These are surely worth your best care and the use of nothing but the soap that cannot hurt the finest fabric— Here's the Sunlight way: First, soap thc garment; then roll it up to soak. After a while, rinse well and the dirt practically drops out. No wearisome scrubbing, no hurtful rubbing—the gentle strength of Sunlight docs the work ** almost without effort and entirely without injury. Try one cake— you'll find it's kind to tha hands, too. hi 5 At all grocers CIVILIANS TOLD NOT TO FIGHT IF BRITAIN INVADED H. G. Wells' Appeal to Them to Take Up Arms if Invader Comes Thought Dangerous. George Bernard Shaw and H. G. Wells have once again furnished proof ot tho adage that the cobbler should stick to his last, says a despatch from London. These distinguished literary light were the authors, respectively, first, of an appeal to all the combatants In tlie western field of war to evacuate Belgium and carry on no mom military operations in that much tried country and, second, a fervid, not to say hysterical, series of letters in whicli the civil population of England wns exhorted to tako up arms, even if those.weapons were only shot* ruus or carving knives, to defend their homes against the Germans. Mr. Wells* articles have heen more widely referred to than Mr. Shaw's, but even Mr. Wells has not had whnt tho French cull "a good press.'1 Practically all the comments upon his suggestion have been condemnatory. The war office has issued an announcement to the effect that in the event of tho enemy attempting to invade this country instructions would be issued by tlio proper authorities as t() what non-combatants wore to do. Some of Mr. Wells' supporters took this tu mean that the war office was, to some extent at least, iu sympathy with his views, and counted upon making use of civilian resistance In case a German force should lie landed on Hritish shores. Thero is excellent authority for slating that tliis inference is entirely erroneous. Tho war office announcement was Intended simply to "Hay any hysterical alarm which might have been aroused by the novelist's articles, and to prevent tlie spread of a doctrine which was believed to bc pernicious. By staling that the wur office had tho matter in hand, it was felt. individual action along the lines preached by Mr. Wells would be obviated. Belgian Civil Guards' Fate. With the experience of that section or tbe civil population of Belgium which attempted to resist tlio Gorman Invaders to go upon, the British government would have no option but to prevent by ail the means in Us power any but military opposition to any invading army In Britain, In Belgium tho Germans would not recognize tbe civil guard, which is a regularly constituted body, as a military organization; and though The Hague regulations are wide enough lo include among legitimate combatants volunteer and militia corps Whioll satisfy all of the following conditions: (1) They must be led by a person responsible for liis subordinates, (2) wear a fixed distinctive emblem recognizable at a distance, (3) carry anus openly, aud (I) conduct their operations In accordance with tho laws and customs of war—these regulations are purely academic, for they settle nothing unless the belligerent powers abide by them. Neither in 1870-71 nor in tho present war has Germany shown any disposition to recognize as legitimate combatants any but fully nnd regularly organized military forces. Tne "Levee En Masse." Ono of Mr. Wells' contentions Is that The Hague regulations recognize a levee en masse in territory not yet occupied by the enemy, and when it. is spoiitnpeous. Article II. provides that "the Inhabitants of a territory which has not been occupied who, on tho approach oC the enemy, spontaneously tako up arms to resist the invading troops without having had time to organize themselves in accordance with Article I. shall lie treated as belligerents If,they carry arms openly and if they respect the laws and customs of war." In tills connection an authority on international law points otit that the word "spontaneously," which has hitherto been construed as dispensing with a state order or call to arms, is shown by an incidental nnd indeed irrelevant remark in the German official explanation of the sack or Louvain to bo construed very strictly by tlie Germans. A rising organized by the government providing arms in advance is- on this view not "spontaneous" and persons who join in it are not legitimate combatants. A national rising on this view must rely on privately owned weapons, rifles (if possible), shotguns and pitchforks. There can be no question that any such rising would be speedily and ruthlessly put down by a well-equipped Invader. 9.444444444 444444 4>4444444 *> i> ..4- All Kinds of Goods May Be Disposed of Through n Want Ad. 9 4 94>444444444>4X*444444>4.44>94^,- Retiring From Business Bargains Get your winter footwear at The Palace Shoe Store Annable Block. Ward St. H. LAWRENCE Horseshoeing Blacksmithing I have now opened a Horseshoeing -and General Blacksmithing Shop on Front street (opposite City Hall), and solicit a share of the patronage of the people ot Nelson and surrounding district. Horseshoeing a specialty, JOHN MORRISON Late Staff Sergeant Farrier, 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys. Christmas Gifts Ho! for the snow The King of winter sports is best enjoyed by thc I boy or girl who owns anil steers the only sled with grooved runners fr*W This makes Flexible Flyer the swiftest safest sleijM ever niaile, and increases the fun of coasting. *~ iRfyer \_^ Sure control, light to pull up lull, and so strong it outlasts 3 ordinary sleds There arc seven sizes, carrying from one child to six grown-ups. Wc curry a complete slock. Come sec thcui today. Nelson Hardware Co. p'O. BOX 1050 NELSON, B.C. John Burns & Sons lienenl Contncton , tad Builders 8ASH AND DOOR FACTORY. NELSON PLANING MILLS,' VERNON STREET, NEL80N, B.C. Evfry D.icription of Building Material K.pt In Stock. Ettimatn Qiv.fl on Ston., Brick, Concr.t. and Fram. Building., MAIL ORDERS PROMPTLY ATTENDED TO. ■OX 1M. PHONE 171. M l- MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1014 CtieBaUp Jletofl PAGE FIVE Good Eatables For Xmas trade iare coming in every day, marked at reasonable prices to suit the ■limes. Tuesday's Ad. Will Commence Our I Seasonable Offerings JAP ORANGES Largo boxes, No. 1 stock •■■■7SO Fresh Local Lettuce Cut every morning for your table. | Pound 35C Bell Trading Co. -Th« Home of Good Groceries, Baker Street HOTEL ARRIVALS OF A DAY The Hume Table d'Hote and a la Carta. HUME—Miss M. Deane, Miss K. Deane, Dean os haven; C. I*'. Shcrwln, Rtondel; J. Quinn, Harrop; Frank De- Gray, New Westminster; A. C, Meeker, Midway; A. A. Hoiide, Calgary; A. M. Oalder, Montreal; .J. C. Ready, Victoria; M, s. Mlddtetpn, G. F, Robinson, Olty; Mr. and Mrs, Cross, D. Neale, E, P, Dawson, W, Dawson*, Wil- low Point; c, Bourke, Longbeaeh; E, H. Sheppard; Belfprd* J. A. Kinney, Kossluiid; A. J, Hollingworth, NoW Westminster; .lames Tow'good; Wlnnt- iios; A. C, Clarke,. Butte; G. Munro, Edmonton; Rev. Charles King, Corn- wall; I. Stene, .Montreal; I-. A. Mcintyre, Horace Doren, Vancouver; G. E, EUls, Winnipeg; H. i„ Rothwell, Ni kujjrp; t. a. Bobtoy, H. 1>. Birkbec R. W. Hinton, City. Wet Weather Boots AT R. Andrew &Co. Leaders In Foot Fashion. *,'o, 7GS> is the winning number in our weekly draw-lug for a pair of $5.00 shoes. Will holder of this number please call. 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 tbe best medicinal waters on the continent, un- equaled for rheumatism and kindred ailments. Vho springs are easy of access to travellers and tbe hotel has been fitted up and Is conducted with a view to tbe 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, Proprlotor. Halcyon . Arrow Lake. Kootenai) and Boundary JAMES MARSHALL, Proprietor. STRATHCONA—Fred Irvine, .Miss 13. BettS, Mr. nnd Mrs. W. J, Meagher, Mr, and Mrs. T. French, W. V, Mawds- Icy, Miss Riisohon, Prunk Measlier, Mr. and Mrs. 1,. A. S. Duck, Mr. and Mrs. Becker, Clly; J. 10. Slinsoii, I.. W. Sludc R. D. Miming, .1. W. .Milan. William Peat, t\ Woodhalne, Vancouver! D. Matheson, Silver King; C, D. McPherson, Glasgow; C.itlilei'ii A. Al. .Smith. Gray Crock; M. II. Wcscott, D. II. Hay- ley. Willow Point; M. J. Meca'ul, Cal- Kary; C. Hood, Grand Works; Mr. and Mr3. G. I-. Prince, Frederlcton; Mr, and Mrs, A, M. Black, BeUfuffj Miss Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Wakeman, Kan Diego; Fnahk i.. Warren* Hamilton; 0. E. Folkstbne, Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. Pitchford, City; Lincoln Smith, Victoria; k. li, Thomson, Quebec; Jose- phl'no Jano Green, Prlscllla Abigail Hodge, New Vork; Calamity .lane Mlg- gin» Halifax; Rebecca Rachel Sharp. 1 Proctor, Tiny Short. Glasgow; Mary Ann Praddler, Gotdon; Jorusha Matild-n I Sprlgglna, Cranbrook; Sophia Stuck-up, ■ "Willow Point; Cleopatra Urdwn, l-'ernie Juliet Long*, Vancouver; Uotsy Bob- jj Writ, Princo Rupert; charity Ltcn-jfnce, >y Nakusp; Polly .hum Pratt, Sherbrooke; Violet Ann RUggloB, Vmlr; Belinda Blue Grays, Victoria; Florindn Viola Kecham, Sancn; Hatner Susanne l.iig- | fctli;i*. Lulu Island; Prof. Makeover, |t Edinburgh; Francis Beauty Spot, Rossland; Old Maid's Conveiiilion. Queen's Hotel Steam Heat In Every Room. Business Lunch, 3Dc, Rates: $1.50 and $2.00 Day. ill QVEJBN'S-r-F. W. Mclnnes, Bndcrby; .1. E. Sweeney, Cascade; J, W. Stewart, Revelstoke; C. M. Fox, dit'cnwood; E, Farry, Mrs. M. 10. Bellamy, St. Leon; ! R, E. Morun, St. .John; ,1. A. Murray, J Pineher Creek;- D. MePhei»on, t'roe- I tor. . Madden House E. C, CLARKE. Cor. Baker and Ward Sts., Nelson. MADDEN—G. McLean, Proctor; iH A. DjuTorth, Vancouver; W. Burke Kuslo; C. Hamilton, Porcupine; A. C. DIOaludo, A.,Trombluy, J. Trcmblay, Sntlrr-o; A. Gragan. Willow Point; Mra. Hoiynnn. Rossland; J, McKlernle, Nu- kutip; F. McLeod, D, McLeod, Vancouver, ■SHERDROOK10-G. Elliott, Nakusp; G. Williamson, Trull; R. Jeffray, Eight Mile; W. Vallaticc, OoUonwuud. Nelson House European Plan. W. A. WARD, Proorietor. CAFE—Open day and ni-flht—BAR Merchants' Lunch 12 to 2, Phone 97 P. O. Box 597 TELEPHONE COMPANY EIF0.PAY DIVIDEND Eight Per Cent Earned by Nakusp- Brouse Line—Rifle Association Has Large Membership. (Special to Tho Dully News) NAKUSP; B.C., Dee. G.—The annual meeting of the Brouse-Nakusp Telephone company was held on Thursday night. The Iflrtanclal report was highly satlsfao'jory and a dividend -of 8 per cent will he distributed to the shareholders on Jan. 1, The following officers were elected 'for 1815: President, J. S. Morrison; vice-president, W, R. Rogers; secretary-treasurer, H. L. Rothwell; directors, S. J. Harlow. K. A-.Hten, Charles Eiil; auditors, T. Reid and J. H. Vestrup. It was decided ito change trio date of the annual meeting to the second Saturday in Janninry. The animal meeting of the. Arrow Lakes Agricultural society was held on Thursday. The result of tlie fruit ijalr was a bnilanco on the righH] side notwithstanding tho financial depression. The following wore elected officers for the ensuing- year: Hon. president., W. Hunter, M.P.P.; hon. vlce- pr-osidont-S, Robert Shjoll, Needles and J, H. McConmick, Burton; president, J. H. Vestrurp; vice-president and man- •tgor, Thclrr.Us Abrlel; treasurer, F. w. H-eathoCSo; secretary. A. H. Smith; di- roclora, O. B. llr-mlding, R. H. Tiaird, F. Wensloj*. G. H. Gardner, w. R. Rogers, C. Buesnoli, The rifle association had a drill on Thursday mlg'ht. Tho membership has Increased to ?o. Tho steamer Minto is expected lo be in readiness -im a few days to relieve the Rossland which will lie kept In readiness to? the lower river run in ■/inter. Miss Florence Jordan of Edgew-ood eturned home today ulflt-er a week's vlt'h to Nakusp. A. Burton of Burton and W. II. Mac lean, M.P.P. of Nelson were visitors 3 on Friday. NELSON—iR. O. Neiswendcr. Mai- js; J. M. Smith. Nakusp; V, Collins. Lei ii bridge; A. 10. Raymark, San Fran- clsco; E. F, Johnston, Hall; tl. Vaughn, Willow I'oiiK. Grand Hotel Fireproof. J. Blomberg & D, Maglio, Props. American and European Plan, Every room steam heated, fitted With hot and cold watc- service and with telephone connection Both on even- floor. All whits help GRAND—T. Lerro, Trail; ('. Mhos. ,. Aranovtch, M. Saraz, L, Shoffar, ANGRY GERMANS DESTROY YPRES Shell Town Hall and Cathedral Out of Exasperation Due to Failure to Capture Town. (By Dally News Leased Wire.) LONDON. Dec. li.—The official eye- witness with the Hritish headquarters on tlio continent in a narutive dated Dec. 2 says tlie destruction of the Belgian town of Ypres by tlie Germans suggests thnt it was "really the outcome of disappointment and exasperation at its reslst-ance and the failure of a much advprtlBed plan lor its capture." Tho writer; points out that up to tlie end of October tho Germans had contented themselves with bombarding points where -the British headquarters was believed to be situated and other places, such as thc railway station, where destruction would be ol military value. The shelling of the town itself began In earnest only ou the night of Nov. .".. since whicli date It was niaiiiiained Intermittently, That the town escaped so long apparently was duo to the fact tliat until Xov. :, the Germans bad counted on capturing it. Later the attacks were simply iu the nature o' forlorn hopes, tlio narrator says, whicli called for all the assistance that could be obtained hy artillery. Destruction Deliberate. The last, attack In force was delivered on Nov. 7. Four days later the Germans commenced to pour a stream of shells Into the central market place and whereas tho town hall and tlie cathedral both had oscaped material damage till then, these >two historic buildings wore blazing before tlie day closed. In order to accomplish, tliis, it Js said, tho Germans brought up a train armed with heavy guns. After tiio town ball and; the cathedral were destroyed; the eye-witness says, the flro of the Germans no longer was directed on them. Tlie writer states that the Germans renamed Ostend "Kales," which, he said, was done with the object of de cclvlng German soldiers into the belief that Calais and Paris were in German hands. A lew minor local successes are recorded by tlie eye-witness. TWO HUNDRED BELGIANS LEAVE FOR BATTLE FRONT WINNIPEG, Dec. C—Nenly 800 Bel gian recruits, consisting of reservists1 and volunteer residents of St. BonWatae, will leave for France early this week. Tho men will go to northern* France whore they wlll be put through training. Recruiting for all Belgians commenced one week ago. Cob A. J, H. Du- ■foue being In charge and co-operating with tho militia- authorities, The group referred to will probably leave On Tuesday and will likely sail on Dee. 15. FORTY VOLUNTEERS FROM GRAND FORKS DISTRICT H. E. Dixon and E. S. Reynolds Decide to Join Canadian Contingent—Recruits Arrive From Nelson. (Special to The Daily News) GRAND FORKS, B. C, Dec. li,—The desire to Eight for King and country is strong in tiie ranks of the young men of this city, over 10, counting the two contingents, having left. Tils week 11. 13. Dixon, who has been manager of the Sunnyside ranch for iwo years, *nd B. S. Reynolds, his nss'st- int, left Grand Forks for Hie purpose of volunteering for active service. The former' will probably join C. Mudge the Sheppard brothers and they will enlist together-, while the latter will go to his old home at Brockville, Out., and Join there. The arrival of IU recruits from Nelson brings the strength of the sharpshooters up to 05, leaving vacancies for one lieutenant and two privates. Cnpt. Kirk has appointed tlie following noncommissioned officers: I). W. McDonald, sergeant; J. J. Iloadley, sergt, and acting quartermaster; it. Lamond, sergeant; 10. Holbrook, corporal; J. Peterson, corporal and military police- J. Cameron, corporal; T. G. Woods, corporal; 13. Kckland, lance corporal. The barracks are now well tilled and havo the appearance of a busy military centre. Last night a dance in honor of \V. A. Williams, superintendent of the Granby smelter, was given in Davis hall by a lew of his friends. The Pythian Sisters will hold a so- ciny evening on Wednesday. Progressive whist and dancing will be among the attractions. TWO WEDDINGS TAKE PLACE AT FERNIE CITY (Special t.> The Daily News.) FERNIE, 1!.C, Dee. G.-—A i-ulet wedding Vitus solemnized ou Thursday at tho homo of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Martin, Pernio Annex, when their daughter, Bcatrlco Maud was married to Alexander D. McDonald) tho populur chauffeur »l Who central fire hull. Rev. D, M. Perley officiated. The newly wedded couple hnvo taken up tholr residence In tlie T. Beck block. Tho Grand theatre which lias been undei- lhe management of J. A. Leroy for tbo past six months has changed bands. Messrs. McCrary & Christen- ;cn of Calgary are now the leasees. .1. A. MiDouwiil and Mary Linn were married at the home of -Hie bride on Friday aflfcernoon and the couple was giver* a royal sond-off when leaving to lake up residence at Spokane. Mi WeDougati bus manctged the Western Union Telegraph office here -for over two years, .but. Kame three months ago was promoted to the Spokane office of the same cihtinuiy. The. bride was bhe cashiir of lb,. Tnltes-Wood Company here. A large number of the iMends of mho couple wero entertained l*o a dinner at tbe home of tho bride after the ceremony. James Linn, i brother -ol! the bride, supported th groom while Miss Mary Newrlch was bridesmaid. Rov. Mr. McQuarrie off! ofatod, ♦ SALMO SHINGLE SAWYER INJURED BY JOINTER SAW (Special t„ The Daily News.1 SALMO. 11. C, Dec. fl.—Otto Wesler- dorf, a shingle sawyer at tlie mill of tho Kootenay Shingle company, met with an accident yesterday morning that resulted iu the loss of two of hi:; fingers and a bad nit In another of them. While reaching for on oil can ho struck his elbow on a shingle- block that stood on a tablo behind ti [in and his hand was -thrown Into contact with the jointer saw. -A. U. Buck worth ot Vancouver, formerly of Ymlr. puld a visit to Salmo on business this week. Horn, to the wife of J, W. 'Leahy, ut Salmo, Dec. B, a son. Joseph Ruyant was taken to tho Ymlr General hospital for treatment on Thursday evening. His condition was somewhat serious but not Critical. Smith Curtis Is on a visit to Salmo and Sheep Creek lu connection with certain mining deals whicli hc has on hand. NAKUSP SCENE OF -j- 9 POULTRY SHOW 4 9 4 944444>4444'^i44444.44:ii444 (Special to The'Daily Nows.) NAKUSP, B.C., Dec. fl.—The annual show of thc Arrow Lakes and Revelstoke Poultry nsfioeln!iion9 held at Nrat- kusp was an ■unqualified success and was atended by a large number of people. The number -of exhibit was largo and the quality wis good, being representative of tho province from Chllliwaek to Trail. Below Is the prize list: White Leg-horns, S.C.—1, Oi*r & Si**- ir, Chllliwaek; 2, Creed lit'os., Kaslo; hen, 1 and 2, Orr & Slater; cockerel. X. Wadsworth, Tnuil, _ and 3, Orr & Slater, Chllliwaek; pullet, 1 and 2, J. A. -Wadsworth; 3, Buesneli Bros., Nakusp. Whl-iKi Wyandottes—Cock, 1, J, Williamson, Trail; cockerel, 1, A. H. Smith, Nakusp; 2, ,T. Bhaiy, Revelstoke; 3, T. Rushton, Brouse; hen, 1 and 2, J, Williamson; 3, R. Mills, Nakusp; pullet. 1, J. Williamson; ., A. II. Smith; 3, R. Milts. While Rock—Cock, cockerel u*nd hen, R, S. Day, Trail; pullet. 1, R. S. Bay; 2 and 3, E. Parkinson, Nakusp, While- Orpington's—Cock and pullet, 1 nnd 'J, J. A. Wadsworth. Columbia Wyandottes—Cock and cockerel—1 und 2, R. J. Billiard, Revelstoke. Silver Lwed Wyandottes—Cock, 1 P. Fleetham, ReveVxike; 2, F. Bourne. Revelstoke; hen, 1 and 2. P- Bourne; cockerel and pullet, 1 and 2, F. Bourne. Golden Laced Wyand-ottes—Hen, 1 and 2, Creed Bros. Partridge Wyandottes—Cock 1, hen I and 3, pullet 1, On* & Slater. Black Wyandotte.*-'—Cockerel 1 and 2, hen 1 and 2, pullet 1 and 2, Orj* -S* Slater, Brown Leghorns, S.C - "otk 1. he-i 1, 2 and 3, cockerel, l, ., niul 3, pullets 1, 2 and 3, J. BallvJ Brown Leghorn*, R.C.—Hen, 1, 10. Parkinson, Nakusp. Budd Lug-horn, S.C—Cock 1, lien 1 nd 2, cockerel 1, pullet 1, J. Willailr.i- son, Black LahslMn—Ctfckefrell, pullet, l, pnlloa 1, J, S; Morrison, Nakusp, Freneb Houdan—Cock 1, hen 1, G. Dennett, Nakusp. onii, S.C—Cook 1. hen 1, 2, and 3, pullet 1, Creed Bros. Barred Rocks™Deck, 1, James Shaw; •n. 1, 13. Parkinson; 2, R. II. Balrd, Nakusp; cockerel, 1, It. It. Balrd j 2. 13. R-urklnsdni _, .1. Shift*: pullet, i, , II. Balrd, 2, R Parkinson; 3. B. eakins, Nakusp. Rhode Island Reds, S.C—Cock, I. F. Fleetham; 2, Orr & Slater; hen, 1. F. Fh-ethain; 2. Orr & Siaier; 3. R. I'aik- u; cockerel 1, I*'. Fleothanii 2, i". Sutherland, Nakusp; pullet, t, F. Fleetham; 2, F. Sutherland. Rhode Isinmd Red, R.C— Cockerel, l, .1. Morrison; 2, Geoi*u-. Bennett; pullet, f. S. Morrjsdn: 2 and 3. G. Bennett; Dnplngton—cockerel, l and 2, pullet 1, T. Seltars. Nnklisp, Bantams— Cock, 1. Orr ■**■ Slater; hell, 1, 13. Parkinson; 2, Orr * Sinter; cockerel, I. pullet, 1, 13. Parkinson. Dark Cornish—-Cock, hen, cockerel and pullet, 1, Dean & Navlor. Arrow Park. Turkeys—l. .1. S. Morrison; 2, Creed Bros, Geese—G* mi der and hen, 1, J. S. .Morrison. Ducks. Indian Runner — I, Nayle-r & Den ne. Ducks, and 3, Cr Pl-geont Pigeon- Buff R son; stoke Pekin—1, J. S. Morrison; : >.ed Bros. . Red Checkers—1, T. Sollars Homers—1. t. Rushton. ick, S.C—Hen, 1, E, Parkin- ickerel, I, F. w. i.aing. Re pullet, I. 2 and 3. F. W. I.aing. Dresscd-poultry—\ Mrs. C, B. Hamburg, Brons*-; 2. 13, Parkinson. Brown eggs~I. T. Sollars; 2, 13. !'.i,r- kinson, White egffs—I. Buesneli Bros. Rabbits Buck, I), Mcuklns; doe, T Sollars. The silver cup for the largest nnd best display was awarded to E. Parkinson of Ni ikusp, Silver cups were nlso awarded lo John Shaw. Revelstoke; Orr & Slater. Ohlllhvaeki J. A. Wadsworth, J. Williamson and R. S. Day, Trail; 13. Parkinson. J. S. Morrison and R, H. Balrd of Nakusp, ROBSON INSTITUTE FAVORS PROPOSAL FOR CHEAP MONEY (Special t,, The Dally News.) ROBSON, B. C, Dec. C—At -the monthly meeting of ihe Itobson Farmers' institute on Thursday it was decided tu co-operate with the Salmon Arm Fanners' institute in an endeavor to have granted cheap money to the members of tanners' Institutes throughout the province, Dr, A. P. MeDiaiuild, A. D, Clyde and Gordon ll. Brown were appointed a committee to take tlie matter up with Premier Mclirldo and James II. SchuHeld, M. P.P. Tho matter of. Improving the rond some distance west of itobson was also referred lo the local member, lt was reported to bo In a very unsatisfactory condition. The usual special December meeting will be dispensed with this year owing to there being no central institute meeting in January. Tho monthly meeting of the Itobson Mission circle will be held on Thursday at the home of Mrs. C. S. Squires. Mrs. H. Hedley and daughter of De- mars, It, C. who hi:ivo been visiting in Robson, have returned home. Mrs. John Bliss of Nelson, with her son. ils visiting her parents here, Mr. and Mrs. John Horn. ■ , « GREAT NORTHERN WATCHMAN KILLED NEAR MORRISSEY (Speelal to The Dully News.) F13UNIK, B. C, Dec. fl.—M. Gross!, a watchman in the employ of the Great Northern railway, while walking the track Sunday morning was struck and Instantly killed by a work train six miles from here near Mor- rlssey. The train crew was Ignorant ot tlie accident. The body was terribly mutilated and dragged over a Quarter of a mile, it wm found later bv woodsmen- Deceased was IM years of age. single and his parents reside lu Italy. SHOP EARLY Don't Postpone Your Christmas Buying 'mmm* do it now! ll 11 ^i^'SSV^^'5 ^^_\____ T1,e Durly shopl,er catt:1*es the best values and gets the finest L^Y^-t^''!!^^ ''-^^^k assortments to choose from. Not only that, but she Is able to i_a^-__sr^ _f /""^Vj ^^^ choose leisurely and comfortably the presents she will give v^^s^^\$m^\^^k^siS\ instead of being hurried and flurried as are those who wait until _ ■ *ZJs\\ _P"^^;z%_r tlie 1,lst moment* » wi *Z^* \ x_w ^e ,ire a'reaay showing ample assortments of holiday mer- JLW*) ______\W ehandlso for early Christmas shoppers/ Particular attention ts ty\~ ^_J__\f^^ called to the lines mentioned below—suitable, practical, accept- ^■■:*i""""^ able gift-things of which our displays are now at their ibest. Madeira Hand-Embroidered Doylies and Centre-Pieces 35c> $20.00 Cluny Lace Doylies and] Centre-Pieces 35c to $23.50 Venetian Lace;Centre Pieces 50c to $6.00 New Boudoir Caps of Lace, Muslin and Chiffon 75c to $3.00 New Neckwear 35c to $3.00 Women's Dressing Gowns $2.50 to $10.00 Down Comforters, each $5.00 to $25.00 A Sensible Christmas Gift for a Woman A Stylish Wool Coat Sweater Give something that will be appreciated! Something that will be of service: Something that the elver wlll long be remembered by. And What could *be more acceptable than a stylish Coat Sweater. Assortments We believe never presented such opportunity for choosing. Here you'll find a large variety of styles In every desirable shade. Made of the best knit goods they ussui'e you the best wear. Best of all they're Inexpensive. Prices: $2.50, $3.75, $5.00, $6.50. $7.50 and $3.00 MEAGHER & CO. THE STORE FOR QUALITY THE STORE FOR STYLE PRUNING SCHOOL AT ROBSON TODAY Seven Applications for Schools Already Received—Will Conduct Four Prior to Christmas. The first pruning school to be conducted this season iu Kootenay and Boundary will commence today at Itobson. M. S. Mlddleton. assistant provincial horticulturist, will leave this morning tor that point to carry ou tlie work. Seven applications for pruning schools have been received iu tliis district up to date and further applications are expected to be made daily. Four of these schools will be conducted prior io Christmas and the remainder alter the new year. Those whicli will be conducted prior to Christinas are: Itobson. Grand Forks, Hock Greek and Queen's Bay. The others are: Syrlnga Creek. Creston and Kochs Siding. The Willow Point and District Fruit Growers' association has also announced that it is applying to ihe government tor n pruning school. BOUNDARY CHILDREN TO HAVE CHRISTMAS TREE (Special tn The Ha liy s'.-ws.i UltKEXWOOl), H. C*. Deb. IL—A special meeting of the Women's institute was held on Friday afternoon to make arrangements for a Christinas tree to bo given [or all the school children of Greenwood, Anncdnda and Dead- wood on Dec. 211. On Wednesday evening a successful concert was given in the auditorium by the musical people of Green- Wood and vicinity, iteceipts were $100. There aro e!;-.ht patients ill the Sisters' hospital. It. 0. Ilargreaves accepted u com* mission in tiie army and lefit for Toronto on Thursday morning. Mrs. O. A, Kendall returned from Vancouver on Friday. MlSB Taninihill of .Midway is visit- ing friends iu town. ENJOYABLE BIRTHDAY PARTY AT SALMO An enjoyable party was held in Salmo on (Friday at tbo Salmo hotel on tho occasion of the eleventh birthday or Archie Gray, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Gray, A large number, including between '&. and 40 children, attended .and numerous beautiful presents were received by the youthful host. Games and music were enjoyed by the little folks and a dance was given in the hotel. All the pupils of tho Salmu school had been invited. NEW DENVER NOTES (Special to Tin- Daily News.) NEW D13NVER. It. C, Doe. B.-.Mr. and Mrs. P. 1>. Abler and Miss Marjory of Bnderby spent Wednesday iu town, the guests or Mrs. Amos Thompson. George A. Gordon of Sllverton was A visitor In town Monday. ■Mr. and Mrs. .1. R. Thompson und MiiBter Oscar spent a few days in town, the guests of Mrs. Amos Thompson. iMrs. and Miss Davys visited Sllverton Thursday. Samuel Wilton of Slocan City Is fleriouBlv ill in the hospital, MrB. Fry of Sllverton waa a guest In town Friday. J. H. Thompson, manager ot the Echo mine, wns In town Friday, 1S-AM 13 PAWN IN GERMANIC STRUGGLE Ottoman Empire an Anomaly and Sham, Says Writer—What Will Happen if Dictator Wins. Tho Ottoman empire is an anomaly, writes a correspondent of tlie London Telegraph, Its existence as a state has. for the last 100 years or more, been abnormal. Its status as a nation Is a sham. It has owed the continuation of its being to external forces- states fearing a dislocation In their re- bilious to each other through its disintegration. Turkey may have served its purpose to support European equilibrium when such equilibrium was desirable for the maintenance of peace among the nations, iitit once this equilibrium has been deranged through the present international conflict, and the distribution of power, which, until a few- weeks ago, seemed so fii'miy ami carefully established, has heen upset, tho ralson d'etre of the Ottoman empire ceases, There never has been an Ottoman nation. Peoples of different races, creeds and habits have been made, through their differences and lack of unity, to submit to a master oppressor, the Turk, who, knowing their weaknesses and working on their spirit of discord, lias thereby maintained his ascendancy. Tbc trump card of the Turkish empire is tbe religious quality Invested iu its head of the state. Eliminate tlie khallfate and not all the powers of Europe could havo held together the widely different elements of whieh the Ottoman empire is composed. When ono remembers that this Quality has been usurped by the Turks from its lawful holders, the Arab tribe of Ko- reisii. it becomes obvious on how weak a foundation ibis whole religious fabric is built, and how easy it should he to recognize this state of things. Isiam as a Pawn. A real and honest struggle for [slam may havo had universal support from adherents to that faith. But when Islam is made a pawn to bo used in favor of the Germanic struggle and against Germany's enemies the question of whether tho Turks can depend on the support of their co-religionists becomes very doubtful. It hardly seems possible tbat all the Mohammedans of Turkey, especially tlio more enlightened among them, could support such ft movement on the part of their government, which will have everything to lose and nothing to gain, whatever the outcome of the present conflict In ease Germany wins, Which is the maximum they can hope for, It is obvious that Turkey will become a German dependency, managed and run by Germans for Germany's benefit. Should Germany lose, as appears certain, Turkey, even as a much enfeebled state, will cease to exist. This a large proportion of the Ottoman empire .Moslems recognize, and it hardly seems reasonable that they will abet and uphold a policy wblch undoubtedly will result In such a denouement. Hut besides tlie Moslem element, which is the preponderant one. there exists a by no means negligible element of Christians, Jews, Druses and various other sects recognizing in the Turk only an oppressor and parasite who would willingly contribute to his downfall. The Turks, the descendants of the original conqueror's, holding all tho important posts In the army and state, In Turkey are not more than 6,000,000 7,000,000. All the rest of the inhabitants, whether Moslems, Christians, Jews or otherwise, are Kayas of dependents. The Moslem element keeps Its allegiance to Turkish rule because, as has been said before, ot tho religious factor, and for no other reason. Once a Christian leader of thought in the Arabic world was discussing iho Hritish occupation of Egypt with some Egyptian UIema» (religious teachers) and, after he had heard their objections, asked them to give him a straight answer to a straight question. He asked them if they would still object to the British- occupation and rule of Egypt if the British were Moslems. After some hesitation ihey answered "No.'1 The Christian Minority, Of the I'*-',ooo,000 inhabitants of the Ottoman empire over 5,000,000 are Christians and other than Moslems, Tlie Christians are either Catholics and Maronltes, Greek Orthodox or Pro-. testants, and all their sympathies are for one or tlie other of the allies. The Catholics and Maronltes are heart and soul for France. The Greek Orthodox are for Hussia and the Protestants for, Britain, Besides, there are the HniBes, 20,000 to 30,000, hardy warrions all, who would fight to the death for England against the Turk, their hereditary enemy. Tho Emir Omar Fezayri, grandson lo tbe famous Emit* Abd-el-Kader, the Algerian, is living with some 20,000 of his men, in the province of Damascus. He and his men would certainly striko (for Prance, The Lebanon would riso as one for the allies—all its men hardy and strong and for the most part armed. All these different elements and more are ready to act and strike against the common foe. It is not proposed to indicate ways, hut there surely must be some means of making use of these different friendly elements and having their help in tiie struggle for their own deliverance. Then Turkey and its dictator will find they will have to contend with interna! as well as external forces, all aiming at the same object, the deliverance of a country famous for its history as the cradle of religions, for Ha wealth in agriculture and minerals, for its beautiful scenery and delightful climate, from tho devastating influence of the Turk, which promises well to be imbued with the more ruinous German kultur. Card Printing a Specialty High grade stools and suuerlor workmanship ennble us to guarantee satisfaction In this as In all other lines o( printing. Samples and prices ou application to The Daily Nws Job Department Nelson - B. C. Prlntera Rulart Bookblndiri h<& W\ PAGE SIX i$fc$wf_p&* 1M0NOAV, DEWMBEB-7, 1914 KINtt TRAVELS ON BOARD DESTROYER Reaches England In Safety After Visit to British Trenches—Rewards General Fochs, (By Doily News Leased Wire.) -LONDON, Dec. li.—King George has returned from France, where he visited the British forces at the front. The King arrived at Buckingham palace Saturday evening. According to a Flanders despatch to the Times, King George met King Albert of Belgium on Friday and reviewed the Belgian troops. He invested King Albert with the order of the garter. King George returned from Boulogne to Dover in a torpedo boat Honors Great Strategist. (By Daily News Leased Wire.) PARIS, Dec. 6.—Gen. Ferdinand Foch, upon whom King George has bestowed the order of the bath, Is second only to Gen. Joffre as commander of the armies in France. He began as commander of the 20th corps. Through liis energy and success he has advanced first to tbe command of one of the armies in the field and then to a group of armies fighting in northern France. Gen. Foch is a great strategist and his hook, "Principles of Strategy,'' is known throughout Europe among military students, PRAISES SPEECH OF PREMIER BORDEN Worthy and Dignified Expression of Canada's Position, Declares London Daily Newspaper, (Canadian Associated Press Cable.) (LONDON1, Dec. 7.—"Sir Robert Borden's speech at Toronto Is a worthy and dignified expression of Canada's position in the great European struggle," says today's Daily News, "She has sent across the seas already the largest military force that has ever crossed the Atlantic, an army half as large again as tho entire British army at Waterloo and far in excess of the force sent against England in the Armada." The News remarks that Premier Borden treated with conspicuous dignity and reserve the feather delicate question of the Monroe doctrine and goes on to say that "tbe most useful passages in a well-considered speech were perhaps those in which he dealt quite frankly with the need of which Canadian volunteers no more than any other volunteers can evade, or, we hope, would wish to evade, the issue. POLISH NOBLEMAN SLAIN PARIS, Dec. G—A Petrograd de* spatch to the Havas agency says that Prince Nicholas Raziwili, Polish nobleman, who was a captain of dragoons, was killed in the fighting around Lodz, Christmas Greeting Cards We are quoting specially low prices this season on several fine lines of Christmas Greeting Cards. Leave your order early as the Stock is limited. The Daily News Job Department Forest Mills of B. C, Ltd. HEAD OFFICE, REVELSTOKE Mills: Cascade, Comaplix, Three Valley, Taft, Nelson MANUFACTURERS OF LUMBER, LATH, SHINGLES For Sale: SLABWOOD, 4-foot, and 16-inch STOVEWOOD Termi Cash. Prompt Delivery. Orders taken by: D. A. McFARLAND, Room 6, K. W. C. Block. P.O. Box 24. J, H. LEMMON, Manager Nelson Branch. PHONE 15 THE NELSON IRON WORKS, Limited PARTIAL LIST OF SECOND-HAND MACHINERY FOR SALE ENGINES 1 100 h.p. High Speed Ball. 1 13 x 18 30 h.p. Slide Valve. 1 12 X 16 75 h.p. Slide Valve. 1 40 h.p. A. C. Atotor, *i,000 volts. 1 8 x 10 Mine Hoist. 1*4*4 x 2% x 4 Duplex Pump. 1 No. 3 Centrifugal Pump. AND MUCH OTHER MATERIAL—SEND US YOUR INQUIRIES 1 G x 24 Surface* and Matcher, 1 20 h.p. Vortical Boiler. # l Nn. 1:Simplex Ore Crusher. 1 Small Gates Crusher. 1 Gates' Grinder. Several large Gyratory Crushers. 1 Hydraulic Elevator, The Nelson Wine & Spirit Co. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL LIQUORS Bell's Perth Whiskey Hines' Special Brandy Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer P.O.Box 1099. Baker St. W., Nelson. Phone 260 CANADIAN PACIFIC CANADIAN PACIFIC Winter Excursion Rates FROM ALL KOOTENAY POINT8 TO ALL STATIONS IN Ontario, Quebec, Maritime Provinces and Great Britain FIRST CLASS, ROUND TRIP, 90-DAY LIMIT TICKETS TO GREAT BRITAIN LIMITED TO FIVE MONTHS TICKETS, BERTH RESERVATIONS, DETAIL8 From any Canadian Pacific Agent or write J, S. CARTER, District Passenger Agent, NELSON, B.C. Markets - Mining - POTATOES SCARCE ON PUBLIC MARKET Falling Off In Amount of Meat Offered for Sale Is Noted—Prepare for Christmas. Vegetables, with the exception' of potatoes, were to be had at -the"weekly public market on Saturday in large quantities. Meat, butter, eggs and apples, in addition to potatoes, were not In keeping with the strong demand for them and it was apparent that many of the ranchers were holding back much of their stock for the Christmas markets. The* Institution was again largely attended both by producers and consumers and when the hour of noon ■had been reached practically everything had been sold out. There promises to be a record business on the market on Dec*. 24, the day set for the speelal Christmas session, and on Saturday many of the ranchers spoke of the displays which they intended making on the market on that day. Saturday's quotations were: Onions, per lb., 2c; squash, per lb., 2c; beets, per lb., 2c; carrots, per lb., 2c; parsnips, per lb.. 2c; potatoes, per sack, $1.75 to $2; turnips, per sack, $1.50 to $2; cabbage, white, each, 5c lo 10c; cabbage, red, each, 10c to 15c; kale, per head, Hie; celery, each, Cr. I! Tor 25c; brussels sprouts, per lb., 10c; apples, fall, per box, 75c to $1(25; apples, winter, per box, ?1 to $1;50; honey, per lb., 30c; cider, per gal., 75c; bread, white, per loaf, 10c and 15c; bread, brown, per loaf, 10c nnd 15c; bread, fruit, per loaf, 10c and 15c; head cheese, per lb., 20c; layer cakes, each, 35s; cream, per pint, 40c; fruit cake, per lb., 50c; jam, per G-lb. pnil, 70c; butter, per lb., 40c; eggs, per doz., 65c; ducks, live, $1 to $1.23; chicken, live, each, 40c to 75c; hens, live, each, 75c; chickens, dressed, per lb., 25c; ducks, dressed, per lb., 25c; fowls, old, dressed, per lb., 22c; pork, per lb., 12c to 18c; beef, per lb., 10c to 18c; veal, per lb., 15c to 22c; kindling wood, cedar, per cord, $5. COAL AND COKE ORDERS LARGER Great Northern and Granby Company Give Business to Collieries In Crows Nest. (Special lo The Dally News.) FBRktEJ, II. C, Dec. G.—A good increase in the coal order of the Great Northern railway was placed with tlie Crows Nest Pass Coal company here on Saturday. Also as a result of the Granby blowing in two furnaces a portion of the standing order for coke required by thnt company was reinstated. MOTHER SUPERIOR Says Vinol Creates Strength. Rosary Hill Hume, Hawthorne, N.Y. —"I have used Vinol for many rundown, weak or emaciated patients with benefit. One young woman, wus so weak and ill she could hardly creep to my door for aid. I supplied Vinol to her liberally nnd in a month I liardly recognized her, Sho was strung, her color charming and her cheeks rounded out."—Mother M. Alphonsa Lathrob, O. S. D. We gu,ji'i'anteo Vinol to sharpen the appetite, aid digestion, enrich the blood und create strength. "U'm. Rutherford, Druggist, Xeison, B.C. There Is no habit more easily formed than the habit of saving. If you have not already acquired the habit do Bn now by opening a savings account. One dollar opens an account In our Savings Department Established 1875. Hettfl Office. Toronto, Ont. Capital (paid up)..$7,000,000 Reserve Fund ... .$7,000,000 D. R. Wilkie, President and General Manager. Hod. Robert Jaffray, V.-Prw. Nelson Branch J. H, D. Benson, Manager. IBPERIWBANKTCMIM Bank of Montreal ESTABLISHED 1817 Capital authorize-] 125,000,000 Capital all paid up 515,ooo,joo Rest 916,000,000 HEAD OFFICE: MONTREAL H. V. Meredith, Esq President Sir Frederick Williams-Taylor, Gensral Manager, Branches In British Columbia: Armstrong, Atholraer, Chllllwacii, Cloverdale, Etiderby, Greenwood, Kamloops, Kelowna, Merrltt, Nelson, New Deliver, New Westminster, Nicola, Pcntlcton, Port Albernl, Port Haney, Prince Rupert, Princeton, Rossland, Summerland, Vancouver, Vancouver (Main street), Vernon, Victoria, -West Summerland,'AMerni, Interest paid on Savlnga Deposits at 3 per cent (present rata). Nelaon Branc", L. B. DeVeber, Mgr. ORE .TREATMENT AT TRAIL SMELTER Seven Thousand and Seventy Tons Handled by Consolidated Company During Past Week. Three hundred nnd sixty-three thousand seven hundred and fltty-Beven tons of ore have been treated at the smelter or the Consolidated Mining & Smelting Company of Canada, Limited, at Trail, B. C, during the year to date. During the past week 7,077 tons of ore from 11 mines of Kootenay and Boundary were treated. Mines from which ore wns received and treated during the week and during the year to date were: Rossland Week. 'Year. Lo Rol No. 2, milled.... 3*15 15,705 Centre Star 2,113(1 1(11,201 Le Rol 2,182 S-l.Taa ■Lo Rol No. 2 -187 18,2911 Other mines 81 Total 5,630 280,025 Nelson. Queen, milled 350 17,160 Motherlode, milled 500 18,830 Other mines 19,085 Total . 850 55,065 Lardeau. Other mines 87 East Kootenay. Sullivan 1,011 32,111 Other mines 949 Total 1,011 33,060 Slocan and Ainsworth. Rambler-Cariboo 101 1,718 Other mines 165,109 Total . 101 166,827 Consolidated Co.'s Receipts, Trail, B. C. Hen Hur 421 13,450 Union 22 433 United Copper 118 1,443 Carail .., 73 114 North Surprise 22 113 Lone Pine 24 24 Centre Star ." 2,636 101,201 Lo Rol 2,182 84,739 l.o Roi No. 2 ■.'-. 487 18.299 Sullivan 1,011 32,111 llamhlov-Carlboo 101 1,718 Other mines 511,112 Total 7,077 363,757 ♦ •> GRANBY SMELTER j) BLOWN IN TODAY »> '•> (Special to Th0 Dailv News.) >S> j> ORAND FORKS, B.C., Dec. II. *3> <*> —On Monday tw0 furnaces will *J> ^> be blown in at IJie Granby smel- *r* *> 'ter, to ho followed by two more $■ alboufc the middle of the month. <3i *«*«*®*«* METALS. « » < Official Silver, Lead Prices. LONDON, Dec 4.—Silver, 23: lead, em. LONDON, Dec 5.—Silver. 23 1-16. NBW VORK, Doc. 4.—Sliver, 49%. NEW YORK, Doc. 5.—Silver. 41K. Electrolytic Copper. (Bv Dully News Leased Wire.) NEW YORK, Doc. 5.—Copper 'firm, ■leotrolytlo 12,87 at 13. PRODUCE. MONTREAL PROVISIONS (Bv Di.H>- Nowb Lensed Wire.) MONTREAL, Doc. 5.—Cheese: Finest westorns. 15%c to 1614c; easterns, 15«4c to lMti*. Huttor—Choicest creamery, 27c to ■nV,v: seconds, 26e to 26VjC Eggs—I'-rosh, 48c to 50c«* selected, 32e; No. 1 slock, 28c; No. 2'stbelt,-g-fc. Pork—Heavy Canada short mess, barrels, 35 to 45 pieces, 20; short cut bnck barrels, K to 55 pieces, 28 He *-'8!fic. STOCKS HEAVY BONOS FIRMER Short Session of New York Exchange Has Larger Comparative Business Rtiohmarks Stronger (By Dnily News Leased Wire.) NEW YORK, Dec. 0.—Stocks and bonds moved contrarily yesterday, thc former evidencing greater heaviness, while the list of stock prices issued by the exchange after the close of the session Indicated a firmer tendency. The only pronounced explanation for the downwnrd tendency in (bonds was again furnished by the several Rock Island issnr-B. which rose from 1 to 3 points, the latter measuring the gain in the collateral fours. Dealing In bonds, while relatively larger in volume than tho two preceding days, involved a smaller number of Issues, many of the speculative bonds being unquoted. There were no lots of more than moderate size and the average transaction was in two to five bonds, The bid and asked prices of stocks indicated not only a rising tendency but a broader inquiry, more stocks being added to thc already formidable list. Today's business in stocks, wlille not disclosed, was reported to show an increase for thc two hours over the same period of the early days of the week. Contrary to reports, tbe special committee in charge of the stock exchange today announced that plans to effect a resumption of open dealings in stocks had not yet gone ibeyond thc tentative stage. Pending more definite developments, whieh may be assumed to include the attitude of the London exchange, there will be no departure from existing regulations. The only feature to foreign exchange was the increased strength of rcichsmnrks, which rose a half cent over yesterday's quotation. The movement again Incited explanation other than the belief in further selling af United Stutes securities by Germany. Thp bank cash loss of $10,775,000 was much under general estimates, while tlie loan expansion of about ?a2,500,0l>0 was ascribed to various syndicate operations. Little Anna was always glad to say her prayers, but she wanted to be sure that she was heard In the heavens above as well as on tho earth beneath. One night, after the usual "Amen," she dropped her head upon the pillow and closed her eyes, After a moment slie raised her hand, and, waving it frantically, shouted: "Tills prayer came from 243 Grant avenue." SCHOOL TEACHER WANTED—Duties to commence after Ohrlsrtmns holid'iys; wages $75 per month. Apply Alf. Cooper, Secretary Crescent Valley School i-roard. •198-12 POUND DISTRICT ACT AND POUND DISTRICT ACT AMENDMENT ACT. Pursuant to th0 provisions of Sec tion 11 of the ubovo Arts, notice ii hereby given of tho appointment of George li. Holllnglon of the City of Nelson, B.C., n3 Poundkecper of the Pound established on Block 32, Rosemont Addition to the Clly of Nelson, PRICE ELLISON, Minister of Finance and Agriculture. Department of Agriculture. Victoria, B.C., Oct. 28, 1914. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF NELSON. Court of Revision. Public •notice is hereby given thai the first slttlh-ff of tiie Court* of Rc- vis-lorf will bo held in tho Council Chamber of tho City Halt on Thursday, the loth day of December, nt 8 o'clock p.m., for the purpos0 of correcting and revising tiie Municipal Voters' list for ithe year lfllG. W. B, WASSON, City Clerk, Nolson, B.C., Dec. 1, 1914. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF PHOENIX. Court of Revision. Public notice is hereby given tha-t on the 10th day of December next, the Court of Revision tor tho purpose of correcting and revising -tho voters' list of Iho Municipality of the City of Phoon-ix for the year ifilS will sit at the Municipal Offices, City Hail, in tlio said city, at the hour ot S p.m. (loca-I lime.) W. X PERKINS, City Clerk. Phoenix, B.C> Nov. 30, 1914. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF SLOCAN. Court of Revision. PUblic notice is herein- given that on the 10th day of December no»t the Court of Revision for the purpose of collec'.-iiiff airwl revising lih0 voters' list of the Munlcipn-litv nf tho City of the Corporation of t-ho City of Slocan artd Ithe Slocan School District for the year 1915 will be hold at tho City Hall, Main street, Slocan. mil 8 p.m. HOWARD PARKER, C.M.C. Dated at Slocam, this 30th daly of November, 1914. TENDERS ARE INVITED, addressed to the undersigned, and will he received up to fl o'clock on the aftcr- noon of the fifteenth dny of December, 1914, for the purchase of tbe whole of the remaining stock in trade and fixtures of tho firm of Mcintyre & Smith, Grand Forks, B. C. Each tender must be accompanied by a certified cheque payable at par at Grand .Forks, B. C, to the order Of Bernard Lequime, equal to 10 per cent, of the amqunt of the tender. The cheques' ot. all unsuccessful tenderers will be immediately returned, ' Dated at Grand Forks, B, a, this 12th day of NoVemher, 1914. *B. LEQUIME, Receiver, Grand Forki, B, C. DAILY NEWS CLASSIFIED AD RATES. One cent a word per insertion, four cents a word per week, flft a box, or three for Jill, nt drug -atom. Mnllcd tonny Hddr-Mt! on receipt of price. Thu Heonnu. DROO Co.. St.CntlinrliifH. Qiilnrlo. PHOSPHONOt FOR MEH.WffifflJ* for JNerve nnd Brain;incren«« "pey mutter'; « Tonic—will build yon up, (;i n liox, or two lot fi,ntdnigntores,orhy ninllon receipt of price Ms Bras-Kir. Dniirt Co.! m.CnthnrlaeH.ootiino Sold by the Pool* Drue Co, HOTEL DIRECTOR! SHERBROOKE HOTEL '- " Nilson, B. C. One minute's walk from C. P. n. Hi tion. Cuisine unexcelled; well heiti and ventilated. B. H. CLARK. ^JBusjnMJiJD^to^ A88AYER8 E. TT. WIDDOWSON, ASSATBR _ Chemist. Box Alios. Nelson, B. Charges: aolo*. sliver, copper lead. $1 each; gold-silver, 11,(1 •liver-lead, $1.50. other mettle ' application. , AUCTIONEERS C. A. WATERMAN ft CO—OUerj. 8l WM. CUTLER. AUCTIONEER, BQ 474. Phone IR. , 1004 GRpCERIM A. MACDONALD & CO., WhOleil Grocers and Provision Merchanl Importers ot Teas, Coffees, Spied Dried Fruits. Staple and Fancy Orr certea, Tobaccos, Cigars, Butte] Eggs, Cheese and Packing HouT Produce. Office and warehouse co] ner of Front and Hall streets. * O. Box 109B. Telephone 28 and* WINDOW, CHIMNEY AND CARPB cleaning. Nelson Vacuum Clenhtrf Co. Phone 18. 11B-I PROFESSIONAL CARD QREEN BROS- BURDEN A CO.| Civil Engineers, Dominion and B. ■ Land Surveyor! Surveys of Lands, Mints, Townjltd Timber Limits, Etc. ' I Nelson, Bit Ward street; A.H. QttM Mgr. Victoria 114 Femberton Bldgf P. C. Green. Fort George, Hamraoi Street, P. P. Burden. A. L. McCNLLOCH Hydraulic Engineer Provincial Land Surveyor P. O. Box 41 Office phone L88; residence phone Jtf Office, Suite 6, McCulloch Bid*, - Baker Street, Nelson, B, C, T. M. RIXEN, AUDITOR AND AO, countuot, Room 16, K. W. O, Bll iaa-r H. PERRY LEAKE, CONSULTINl Engineer, Nelson. B. C. a00-*T LAODGEJOOTig KOOTENAY LODGE NO. 10, I. O. O. ll —Meets every Mondny night In OddT follows' lijll at 7:30 o'clock. QUBBN CITY REBEKAH LODOl No. 1C, r. O. O. P., meets first anT ..Hiird Tuesdays, Oddt'c-1 tows' hall, o'clock. NELSON ENCAMPMENT NO 7. 1.(1 O.P.—Moetlfl socond and fount] Thursdays jn Oddfellows' hull art o'clock. L'ANTON CORONA NO. 7,—MEBTl every second Tuesday In Oddfellowi hull, ot S o'clock. KNIOHTB OP PYTHIAS MEBTI Tucsduy night a iu K. of 1\.1muV L.0.0.H NELSON I-od-ge No. K*J meets 2nd and 4tl Thursday at 8 t>.m. ll Eagle ii'i'ii. CeCFef Court Koatonny Belli meets 2nd and -tth Pnldnjl "ii K.P. hall, Eagle Btocli _ O, F. COURT ELLEN—MEET! first and third Monday In Easl0 llal ij 1 S o'clock. CLAN .lOirNKTOXE, 212 MEETS l] I. o. 0. P. h»H first and third Fnf days, at 8 p.m. NELSON LODGE, NO. fl, D. P. O. —Moots first nnd third Thursdays d 8 p.m. in tlio liif-flo hall. All s<] jouming members invited. 130-f S. O. E.—Meets first, third and -ttR| Mondays K. of V. hull, 8 p.m. SYNOPSIS OF COAL MINING REGULATION! Coal mining rights of the Dominic] In Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Al bertj, the Yukon Territory, the Northf west Territories and In a portion the Province of Hritish Columbia, mt*J be leased f«r a term of twonty-onl years «l an annual rental of $1 ptl ijcre. Not more than 2fM acres wi*fj be lensed to one applicant. Application Tor a lensc must li made liy the applicant In person lo til Agent or Sub-Agent of the district •* which tlm rights applied for ure slttB utcd. In surveyed territory the laud mnl bo described by sections or legal sull divisions of sections and in unsurvcytr territory the tract UDbllcd for shall ll staked out by the applicant hlmFclfr Kadi application mij*Kl bo uccoui patiiicd by a fee of ?">, which will be nl funded If tbe rights applied for ai| not available, but not otherwise, royalty shall be paid on the mercll nntablo output of the mine ut the ra| of five cents per ton. The person operating the mine shal furnish tiie Agent with sworn return] accounting for the full (■ualUlty merchantable coal mined and pay thL royalty thereon, tf tho coal mlnlnl rights ui'e not being operated, sucl returns should he furnished ul PAGE SEVEN New Fruits CURRANT8 _ (nr RAISINS, SEEDED „*. RAISINS, SEEDLESS.... «.i>C Xmas Sundries Christmas Stockings from....5c Christmas Crackers from....20c Christmas Tree Novelties from 5c Mixed Peel, per lb 25o Shredded Cocoaunt, per lb 30o Sheriffs Extracts, from 15c Apple Cider, per bottle 25c New Walnuts, per Ib 30c New Brazils, per lb 30c New Filberts, per lb 25c New Almonds, per Ib 30c Shelled Walnuts, per Ib 60c Shelled Almonds, per Ib 60c Glace Cherries, per Ib 60c Angelica, per Ib 75o Icing Sugar, 2 lbs 25c Cowan's Assorted Icings, 2 for. ,25c Cooking Apples, 10 lbs .25c Jap Oranges Sweet LARGE BOXES .750. n Juicy I Rountree's Chocolates IN FANCY BOXES From ..25o The Star Grocery Phone 10 Store of Quality Twenty Per Cent Off for Cash Till End of December A Contribution to lhe Situation Created by the War Positively 20 per Cent, off everything 50o or over, excepting only the few ironclad priced goods which compose our stock. We*vo made BIG PREPARATIONS for this first Christmas in our Big Baker Street Store. HAMMERED BRASS AND COrPBH, COMPRISING TRAYS, VASES, TEA SETS, ETC. SWEET GKASS BASKETS. TOBACCO JARS. TOO.ET SETS. MANICURE SETS. MILITARY BRUSHES IN EBONY. I.ADIES' HAIR BRUSHES. PERFUMES—ENGLISH AND FRENCH. PERFUME ATOMIZERS. CHRISTMAS CARDS AND CALEN D.MRS. TOY BOOKS. PRESENTATION BOOKS, regular 35c, 6iic and $1.50. The 23 per Cent. Reduction for Cash will also apply to our Big Stock of: HOT WATER BOTTLES. SPONGES. TOILET SOAPS. HAIR BRUSHES AND COMBS. NAH. AND TOOTH BRUSHES. BOXED CHOCOLATES. SOLE AGENTS FOR ENSIGN CAMERAS, FILMS AND DEVELOPING PAPERS—ALL BRITISH MAKE Prices, Each $5.00, $6.00, $7.00, $8.00, $10.00, $12.00, $15.00, $18.50 Columbia Grafonolas Victor Victrolas Prices, $20.00, $45.00, $85.00 and $100.00 SHEET MUSIC. COLUMBIA RECORDS. MAIL ORDERS FILLED PROMPTLY. Rutherford Drug Co., Limited, Nelson, B.C. HOSMER TO RUN TO CRAWFORD BAY Fitted With Cabin—Will Be More Comfortable for Passengers— Change Wednesday. The tug Hosmer lias been fitted with a cabin that will comfortably seat about 20 passengers and will supercede the tug Valhalla on the Nelson to Crawford Bay run, unnounced Capt. J. C. Gore, superintendent of British Columbia lake and river service for the Canadian Pacific railway. It will handle freight. Capt. Gore states that this step has been taken fin order to provide the maximum of comfort for the patrons of the Nelson to Crawford Bay ser vice. The Hosmor will be placed on the run on Wednesday, it is expected. MUERLING LEAVES TO JOIN ARMY Well Known Engineer Will First Visit Ottawa—Had Charge of Hydro- graphic Work on Arrow Lakes. Harry P. Muerllng, who has been in charge of Dominion government hy- drogr-aphlc work on the Arrow lakes until recently, left on the Crow boat yesterday morning *for England, where il is his intention to join the allied forces for active service. Mr. Muerllng prior to leaving for the old country will pay a visit to Ottawa, where be will confer with the department of militia. Ho had heen In communication with the department with reference to the formation of an engineering corps for active service from this district. He wiill sail from Halifax on the steamer Transylvania on Dec. 21, VANCOUVER MAN WILL SUCCEED REES Lincoln Smith, until recently assistant to Capt. J. W. Troup of Vancouver, superintendent of -British Colum bia coast steamship service of the Canadian Pacific railway, lias reached the city to take over the position or oilier clerk in the office of Capt. J. C. Gore, superintendent of British Columbia, lake and river service, to succeed G. S. Ttees, who is now in the old country, where he has joined Kitchener's nrmy for active service. Mr. Lincoln reached the city from the coast on Friday night in company with Capt. Gore. NELSON NEWS OF THE DAY Henry Werner left on the Crow boat this morning for Philadelphia. The Misses M, and K. Deanc ul Deanesha-ven visited Nelson Saturday. The trades and laiK>r council will meet tomorrow night at 8 o'clock ln Miners' union hall. Born, on Dec. G au the Kootenay Lake Maternity hospital t-o Mr. omd Mrs. Leslie R. Steel, u son. A meeting of tbo bbard of license : comimls-sl oners wlll be held tomorrow I afternoon in tho city hall. Thero will be a meeting cif the Women's Hospital Aid society in it-he Y. M, O. A. building this afternoon at 8 o'clock. Tho regular meeting of the Ladies' j Court Ancient Order of Foresters will | take iplnco at 8 o'clock on Monday evening in Kagie hia*U . The monthly meeting of tho board I Of directors of the Kootenay Lake j General hospital will be held -tomorrow night in lithe hospital building at 8 | o'clock. Th City council will meet in comlxlit- teo of *;ih« whole tonight to discuss what measures may be adopted to provide relief work for tho unemployed cj the city, A dl-scusEiion of the European war, led by Dr. N. Wolverton will follow tho regular business at tho monthly moe-liing of the Nelson Liberal association which wlll be Held In the Libernl elub rooms this evening ait 8 o'clock. Otto Westerdorff who was injured on Saturday cut the -mill of the Salmo Shingle company at Salmo was brought to the Kootenay Lako .General hospital -where he was treated *by Drs. Rose and Hartln. His in-jurif*3 n-eoessitate,**- the removuil of three fingers. Old Maids' Convention, Dec. 7th and ■8th In opera house. General ud-mis-s-lor 26 cents: reserved seats DO cents, 197-7 -» At the Starland theatre Dec. 10th the Famous Players present East Lynne In fivo parts. Don't forget the date. 198-tf Cut your cxponso on fuel. Telephone R47G will tell you WJlftt ta_i to use and ■how t-o use It. Quick fire, hot fUre. clean and easy. •200-6 Tho Sisters df St. Joseph school Willi , hold ai Bale of -plain and fancy articles j taultahle for Xmas presents on Dec. 10 and 11. 202-1 9 4> 4> CHRISTMA8 DO'S." Shop at once—NOW. Buy gilltis only because you want to. Buy -stilts only for thoso for whom you care. Buy conscientiously. Buy conseh*atlvcly. ' Buy carefully. Buy appropriate gifts and And consult advertisements In The Dally News -for daily hints and suggestions. TENTS PITCHED AT COURTHOUSE Nineteen Now Ar* Waiting to File on Pre-emptions—Have Organized Orchestra Since Friday the number of men waiting at the court house In order to hold their positions that they may file on tlio pre-emptions which are being thrown open In the Slocan valley by the government on Thursday morning at 9 o'clock increased from six to 19 and during that period they have pro- :eeded to settle down in their new quarters and make themselves comfortable. Along one side of thc walk from the doors of the building to tho street, tents have been pitched by the men and In these they spend the greater part of the weary hours, warmed by the heat from several coal oil stoves, A mouth organ and an aeeordlan provide the music for the assembly and In the early hours of tho morning particularly they cheer themselves up something ofier the style of the soldiers at the front to the tune of "It's a long way to Tipperary." There are 20 pre-emptions to be thrown open and with 19 men already on the scene it is not anticipated that the number waiting will materially increase though there are a number of men from the Slocan valley, In the district in which the land is located, who had previously announced their intention of filing. "It Is a case of the survival of tlie fittest," stated one of the party yesterday, ibtit under the conditions which tho men are now awaiting their turns it is not thought probable that any of them will drop out, A roll of the men In the order In which they. reached the scene Is called each morning and evening Iby Provincial Constable Hugh King. Those in line and their order are: ■B, W. Leen, Sidney Smart, W. J. Gallant R. Shaw, I. McLellan, Robert Reid, It. Langlll, H. B. BelUs, T. H. Bessie, ,1. E. Bellls, T. Llewellyn, M. McLeod, N. McLeod, A. .1. McCormack, G. C. Couch, Sanford Rowley, W. Bam- ber, w. Howard and J. A. Carmlchael, WOMEN TO HEAR MADE IN CANADA ADDRESSES Tho regular monthly meeting of the Nelson and District Women's institute will be held In Knights of Pythias hall on Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock. Thero will be a sale of home cooking and the members are asked to donate pies, cake, bread, etc. The proceeds of the sale wlll go to the Women's Institute patriotic fund. Three of the local drygoods merchants will give short, talks on the subject of "Why tho people' of Nelson and District should buy In their own community and also Canadian-made goods." Tho meeting wlll be open to all women, DAY OF PRAYER FOR ALLIES' CAUSE IS SET (By DiHy Nows Leased Wire.) OTTAWA, Dec. C—The government has set aside Sunday, Jan. 3, an a day of special intercession and prayer on behalf of the British and allied cauBe and to the memory of thoBe who have ratten in battle', The Bame Sunday wlll be observed in Great Britain 4n the same manner. KAISER CRACKED SAY PRUSSIANS Members of Imperial Guard, Prisoners in London, Give Opinion of German Emperor, A letter frdrrl WIVrid R. Williamson. Jormeriy connected with the government -office Staflf ln Nelson and who went to England to join the first Canadian contingent nt Salisbury Plains, lU-oiteg opinions of German mmi-ors of bho kaiser and of ".'be alHed armies, On tho ship on which be crossed there- were many young men all going home to enlist and several soldiers from the Bermudas on their wuiy to the front. The attitude of the rJrltlsh -people in regard to f'ho war, he states appears to bo unconcerned nn-a although there were many men to be seen In khaki there was no excitement whatever. Mr. Williamson writes that his sister wi o nursing wound! d German soU dter^i at Woolwich nn-d had »3 under her charge of which -13 wer,. members tit the Prussian guard, the kaiser's crack regiment. The Prussians, he saya, aro very proud of their army and say cjhttit they nre winning everywhere and have every cause for hope, but when asked what they thought of the kaiser they pointed to their heads and said: "Oh, the kaif*er. he veil crack." They were asked what they thought or .lie Frenchl*r|en ais fighters and it|ho]i* only phrugg-ed their shoulders. They nld Hut the Belgians were "good." When asked about the British they would raise 'heir fists and bring them down, exclaiming, "By Gott." The wards of the hospital are guarded by ■*er.i tries. Ho writes tbat London is very dark it night una all the street lights that ire lit hav,, the upper parts darkened to prevent tho ligh-i fran being seen i.irom above, while all the shop lights ind railway carriages are also dnrk- ined. When Mr. willfcrmaon went to the offices of the Canadian contingent ho was told by art orderly that ll would lie impossible to join, but by using a little "aggressive .persuasion" he was Introduced to an officer and was told to report to MajoP Odium at SialliBbury as all the British Columbia men were being kept together. At the time of writing hp bad not repented but was In hopB of being accepted. CURLERS AID WAR FUND. WINNIPEG, Dec. 6.—Five hundred md twenty rinks which will bo augmented by about 25 moro wlll take part in tho Winnipeg patriotic and Red Cross bonspicl whieh opens tomorrow night. Tills'Means tha*-. over 2000 curlers will take part which Is a record for Winnipeg and Canada, As the remit cif the entrance fee .vnd the sale of admittance badges the war fund will benefit to tlio extent of nearly $30C*C through tho curlers of Winnipeg alone. \ll of the club affiliated with the Manitoba Curling association will hold patriotic bonspiels. -JONATHAN MILLER DIES AT COAST—WAS PIONEER fn«- TVOv New* Lens-i Wlre.l VANCOUVER, B. C, Dec. fi.—The death took place today of Jonathan -Miller at the advanced nge of 82 yearB, after an illness of three weeks. The deceased, who wns -a native of Middlesex county, Ont., came to the west during the Cariboo gold rush In 18G2. Coming -to Vancouver he was appointed government inspector and collector of customs, a position which he held for mantij years and later was appointed to that of postmaster of" this city. The late Mr. Miller wtis one of tho committee who framed the charter for Vancouver. A Want Ad Will Bring You Business LOVE OF ITALY iSUPREME, HE SAYS Chamber of Deputies Passes Vote of Confidence in Government and Neutrality Policy. (By Dally News Leased Wlre.l ROME, Dec. 6.—The Italian chamber of deputies on Saturday passed a vote of confidence in the government, 413 to 48. Admiral Bettolo, ex-minister of marine, presented the resolution calling for a vote of confidence Jn tho cabinet. The admiral said he approved -the reasons for neutrality as given by Premier. Salandra, Italy's neutrality was not due to unsatisfactory military conditions in this country, Admiral Bettolo said, but to the fact that Italy was not obliged to follow the central empires of Europe. The former minister -added: "Our neutrality must he strongly armed to enable us to defend the supreme interests of the country 'f they are threatened or unrecognized. "Our neutrality should be au expression of our independence and military power." The majority of those who spoke in the chamber, especially the extreme left, tried to construe accord* ing to their own views the statement made by Premier Salandra at the opening of the parliament Thursday. The premier at that time advised that Italy maintain an attitude' of armed and watchful neutrality. Some of the new speakers urged the government to make more explicit declarations, while others attacked the oablnet he- cause, they said, notwithstanding her heavy military expenses, Italy was obliged to remain neutral owing to tho military unpreparedness. Premier Salandra replied to the speakers, expressing regret at the un measured language of some of them Iii judging the conflict in which the powers are engaged. While recognizing tlio merits of all civilized peoples and tlielr contributions to the progress ot the world, he Bald In this parlia* meat one sentiment was common to all and that was love of Italy. The whole chamber rose and applauded the premier, crying "Viva Italy." Austria Was Not In Danger. Gioganni GloleitU, the former pre mier, in a speech .announcing his approval of the government, made a most important declaration. He said he thought it was necessary to emphasize that Italy always has been loyal to treaties and in this connection added: "I feel it my duty to recall a precedent showing how correct was the interpretation of the alliance by the government when the conflict began. During the Balkan wur on Aug. !), 1913, being absent from Rome, 1 received the following telegram from the late Marquis dl San Glultano (the martinis was at the time referred to minister of foreign affairs in the cabinet of which Slgnor Giolittl was premier) " 'Austria has communicated to you and Germany that it has been the intention to act against Servla, defining such action as defensWe and hoping for an application of a casus foederis jy the triple alliance, which 1 consider inapplicable. I am trying to agree with Germany concerning efforts to prevent Austrian action hut it may be necessary to say clearly that we do not consider such eventual action as defensive and therefore do not think that there exists a casus foederis. Please send a telegram saying whether you approve' "I answered Marquis dt San Guiliano thus; '"If Austria goes against Servia a casus foederis evidently does not ex 1st. It is an action she accomplishes ou her own account. It is not defensive because nobody thinks of attacking her. lt is necessary to declare this to Austria iu lhe most formal nature, hoping that Germany will act to dissuade Austria from a dangerous adventure.' "This was done and our interpretation of the treaty was accepted by our allies, our friendly relations not being In the least disturbed. Thus the declaration of neutrality made at the beginning of this conflict ds according to the spirit and letter of the treaties. I recall this incident, wishing to demonstrate the complete loyalty of Italy beforo the eyes of Europe." The former premier was interrupted at this point by great applause. He concluded his address by urging the maintenance of neutrality until the necessity should arise to protect Italy's rights. Until then, he said, there should he a loyal observance of neutrality which alone can give, in any moment, com* plete liberty of judgment and action NELSON MEN PASS CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION OTTAWA, Dec. fi.—The names of successful candidates at the preliminary civil service examination held in November at various western points havo been announced ns follows: At Prince Rupert—Archie B. Russell At Nanaimo—A. Coburn, R. Foster. Miss A. McArtlmr, L. Welch, Alex Easton Young. l_ , At Victoria—Whltfnrd W. Acker- man, John Cogswell, William C.Neary, Thomas Wattling William J. Wilkin- At Vancouver—W. P. Anderson, George Bugo, Ernest Btinnet, Arthur Hyde Chambers, F. J. Elklns, H. S Evans, G Hutchinson, J. h. Kerr, V Lewis, P. M. Mingay, C. H. Pearl Alice Pope, J, L Taylor, G. Yelland. At Nelson— R. K. Eades, W. J Eades. LINOTYPE OPERATOR FALLS U"OT HEIR TO BIQ FORTUNE MOOSE JAW, Sask., Dec. fi.—Foi lowing up the Grand Forks, N. D.( story of Saturday regarding a fortune of $200,000 inherited by Oilman T. Nordhaugen, linotype operator, In uulrles here show that he was last heard from three weeks ago at Marquis la., when he was working south. Nordhaugen hns twico worked on the News in this city and left here Sept. 10 Ho has kept in touch by correspondence with his friends here all tho time, each letter having -a different postmark. He certainly is a tourist" but no "barnstormer," being a first-class operator. The last letter hero Bald he expected lo fetch up in Moose Jaw by Christ- matt. . - - ALMOST FAINTED IN IE STREET In Daiiy Fear Of Death—Until "Fruit-a-iiws" Brought Relief, Chatham, Ont., April 3rd. 1913, "Some two years ago, I was a great sufferer from Indigestion. One day my eye caught a billboard of "Fruit- a-tives" and I said to myself "if Fruit-a-tives will build me up like that, it is good enough for tne". I bought some. After taking these wonderful tablets for only three weeks, I found myself wonderfully improved. In a short time longer, I cured myself entirely. My case was no light one, either, Gas would often form in my stomach and I was in daily fear that it would get around my heart and kill me. "Fruit-a-tives" is the only remedy for Indigestion". C. T. HILL. 50c. a box, 6 for $2.50, trial size -35c. At all dealers or sent on receipt of price by Fruit-a-tives Limited, Ottawa, EXPECT CAPACITY HOUSE TONIGHT Dress Rehearsal Decided Success- Delegates to Convention Arrived —Ticket bale Large. The success of Saturday's full dress rehearsal for "The Old Maids' Convention," which will be held this evening and tomorrow evening in the opera house in aid of the public library, promises well for the performances and tt is said to be practically assured that capacity houses will greet the performers. The costumes were described as "par excellence" and the performers went through their parts like veteran comedians. The comedy proved lo be most amusing to those who witnessed the rehearsal and many of the local "puns" that will used are expected to created a decided hit. No little credit is given to the orchestra of F. Warner Smith, which will provide the music for the event, and to the junior pyramid group of the Y.M.C.A., which will also take part in the program, ad-ding new work to what they have already shown the public. Among those who will contribute special numbers of the program are Miss Edna Malone, Mrs. J. Austin Elliott, Miss Flossie Johnstone and E. H. Smith. The performances will commence at S:30 o'clock. The delegation to -he convention Includes: Josephine Jane Green, PrisciHa Abigail Hodge, Calamity Jane Hlggins, Rebecca Rachel Sharpe, Tiny Short, Mary Aim Frad- dler, Jet-shun Matilda Sprlgglns, Sophia Stuckup, Cleopatra Bell Brown, Juliet Long, Betsy Bobbett, Charity Longface, Polly Jane Pratt, Violet Ann Ruggles, Belinda BluegrasB, Florinda Ciola Kecham, Frances Beaut yspot, Temptation Touch-me-Not, Manner Susanna BJggerstaff, Professor Make- Over. ARMY SERVICE CORPS, CYCLE CORPS GO EAST (Bv TWIv Xews Leased Wlro) WINNIPEG. Dec. fi.—Lieut.-Col. Ponssette left Saturday night for To ronto and the front with 120 men for the army service* corps. The command is to form part of tlie second contingent. He Is succeeded in Win ntpeg by Lieut-Cot. Correlli, With Col. Poussette's men were also the western cycle corps. This corps was made up of men from Saskatoon, York- ton and Winnipeg. In command was Lieut. A. G. Richmond of Saskatoon, ONE YEAR'S WAR TO KILL HALF A MILLION Writing of "The Aojuui Looses 00 the Principal Wm;. of the Last Half Century and the Possible Losses of the Present War," for tlie American Un* let-writer of which he la the editor. Ed want Bunnell Phelps, makes an Interesting estimate of ■•'■he past and future mortality- resulting from the flrgihting* in Europe, basing liis estimate on the lentil rates of the Union army i-ra the civil war, lithe German army in the Franco-Prussian war, tlie British army in the Anglo-Boer war arm the Japanese army In tho Russo-Japaneso war. On the probability a: Iho death rate In the present war, approxlmatl'rjg the average deanh ratio of tho four an.T.(ieB, Mr. Phelpg takes bhe poeiltion that the tendency pf modern military sanitation and stool-jacketed bullets to reduce th0 deai*ih rate will bo nun*,, than soun ter-balanced by the supplication of newly discovered forces t,, the mechanism of war and the practically continuous flg-htinig since the beginning of the war. it is his opinion that itihe death rato of the present way will exceed materially tho avenatffo death rato of tho recent wars. But he does not think itWs excess is certain enough or will be sufficient to malto his comparisons valueless, so he ■joes on to give hits estimates. By his statistics the average strength of tihe Union army was 806,7*55 men, of whom 87.058 wero killed in baittle; 43,012 died jf wounds; 22-1,586 died of dlseaso and '4,872 died from accidents, making1 a total death roll of 359,528, or 105.9 death 1 year for every 1000 men engaged, Tho corresponding figures for the other ihroo armies given are: German army, average strength 723, 556; killed in battle, 17.572: died of woundiS 11,023; died cm disease, 12,17!; total deaths, 40,769; ratio of deaths, 06.6 per 1000 i:r*ien. The British army, average strength. 208,326; killed in bottle, 5777; died of wounds. 2018; died c-f disease, 14,210; total deaths, 22,005; ratio, 40.2 por 1000 men. Japanese irmy, average strength. 650.000, Killed In battle, 47.387; died Oil Wounds, 11,- 425; died of disease, 27,142: total deaths S5.954; ratio 79.3 per 1000 mom. Mr. Phelps finds thait tho total number of mon engaged In the 'four armies wero 2,338,673, ami that of this [number 508,256 died from all cause-H, making an average of 90,1 deaths a year for every 1000 men engaged. Using this ration ho estimates that if the strength of tho contending armies abroad av- eraeeil "tho extremely Improbable number of 10,000,000 men between Aug. t and Nov., J, tho■ number of killed In those months was 225.000. If the av- orugo did wot material exceed 5,000,000 na Mr. Phelps believe.**, 125,000 men wore killed according to -his osliimiaite. "Should tho war continue a full GLOVES AND HOSE. 11A NDKERO-HIEFS. NECKWEAR. UM.BREJ.LAS. KOSY SUPPERS. TEA APRONS. SILK UNDERWEAR. BOUDOIR CAPS. FURS. SUSPENDER SETS. S'ILK ARM BANDS. BRUSH CASES. COUf-Ali BOXES. CUFF LINKS. JEWELRY SETS. BOXED CRAVATS. GLOVES. HANDKERCHIEFS. We are now fully equipped to meet tho demands of "Christmas Cheer Givers." Every department is brimming full of useful, attractive and Inexpensive articles. Goods that will give pleasure to giver and receiver both. DON'T DELAY, COME NOW WHILST THE CHOOSING IS GOOD Gifts in BLACK WALRUS LEATHER HANDBAG, In the new -Q g?t\ stylish oblong shape m»\M\J FINE GRAIN LEATHER, long shape, nickel fittings, In Navy, Tan, Bright and Dull Black, etc. Very acceptable. I ||f| Only LONG BEAD BAGS. Cream Maize, Blue, Mauve, etc :: 85c X EW S N AKE LEATHER HAN'DBAGS. Gilt frames, In shades of Green, Black, and Tan. Moire linings. Special SUEDE HANDBAGS. Moire lined, nickel frame. In Navy, Tan and Green. Only SINGLE STRAP BAGS. Long shape. Grey, Tan and*r Brown 1.50 Moire 1 Navy, 95c S. I.one 3.50 .MOROCCO LEATHER, gunmetal frame, leather lined, fitted With mirror and purse. In Black, Navy, Brown. Very handsome * $2.50 Magnificent Selection of Christmas Groceries Write or call for our new price list covering all dainties for your Christmas dinner and telling you how we pay the freight on all goods to your station or landing. The Hudson's Bay Co'y ESTABLISHED 1670 ESTABLISHED 1670 year," ho goes on, !*a*s this rate of mortality, the total number of deaths in the contending armies will range from Ubout 460,000 lo 000,000 as the average JJghtlng force varies from 5,000,000 to 10.000.000 men." If the average flighting force for the year ts 0,000,000 Mr. Phelps estimates tihat 640,000 will d'ie, and adds that. If this happens, "one year ef the present war will cost more Uvea than all causes will demand among the entire adult male population of t-ho United Stni'Jes in It'll," Iflie presumptive approximate male -mortality In the United States being 530,000 In tho present year. But even so, Mr. Phelps considers ihro Uhe dea'h of a soldier is not more probable than the death o>_ s civilian Within certain time limits. He Compares the death rate of soldiers with *ho deat.li of civilians, given In -the American Experience Table of Mortality and finds that a soldier's chances for living throughout tho year are greater than those of a civilian for living from the ago Of 26 to the age of *lfi, .Drom 30 to 41, from 35 to 45, from ■0 Wo 49. -rrom 46'to 52, from 50 to f«6. from 65 to ''0 or rrom 60 to OS years. ALPINE CHAUSSEURS ON SKIIS GET BEST OF GERMANS Several Inches of Snow Has Kalian Along Frontier and Germans Are Handicapped, A special despatch from Geneva to ihe London Dally Express says: During the last few days between Verdun nnd Belfort there have been «erious encounters on tha frontier with the soldiers fighting In several Inches of snow. Numerous regiments on both jldes have been supplied with pkiis for winter, but tho Chausseur Alpine, who iro at homo on sklls, having climbed n peace times the Swlsfl and French \lps can easily out-maneuver the tier- man Alpine regiments, by their greater speed and knowledge of tiio snowlladen forests. At Gresel in Alsace, a company cif '■"rench Alpine troops swept through tho forest on sklls and cut off the re- treat of a. company of German scouts and made them prisoners. * "I won't pay one cent for my advertising this week," declared the storekeeper angrily to the editor of the country paper. "You told me you'd put tho notice of my shoG polish In the rending miilter." "And didn't I?" Inquired the editor. "No, sir!" roared the advertiser. "No The A. Eernheim Co. JOSEPHINE ST., NEAR BAKER Dealers in All Kinds of Second- Hand Furniture, Stoves, Tools, Machinery, Etc. Buyers for Cash at Highest Market Prices for HIDES, PELTS AND FURS. Give Us a Call for Square Deals. Not only for her, but for the wholo family, we have the best assortment in the interior of high- grade Chocolates, Bon-Bons in bulk or In fancy and useful boxes and baskets; also a fine range of Christmas Fruit Cakes. Prices to accommodate every purse. We can fill tho needs of any one. Mail orders will receive our prompt, attention. Choquette Bros. The Up-to-Date Bakers and Confectioners. ' l>hone 258. 516 Baker St. sir, you did not. You put It in tho column with a mess of poetry, that's where you Put it!" There's Big Money in a Want Ad. PAGE EIGHT T %nt -Bm'li' $tto0 MONDAY, R|C6Mr'ER.7, UH Robin Hood Flour IS DIFFERENT Ask your grocer, Try Robin Hood Rolled Oata. Finest in the land. JOHNSTON'S (Nelson) Front St., Nelson, B.C, Unequalled for General Use. W. P. TIERNEY, General Sales Agent, Nelson, B.C. Cars shipped to ail railway points. BOOKS BOOKS Make this a Book Christinas. We have a large assortment—Leather and Cloth Bound. Call and select your books, our prices will suit. you. Canada Drug and Book Co. P. J. Boles, Mgr. Mall Orders Filled Promptly. TRY OUR LENDING LIBRARY Nelson Opera House Wednesday and Thursday Dec. 9 and 10. The Season's Best Bet 30th Tour of the Black Bon Tons of Tomfoolery. Richards & Pringle's Famous Georgia Minstrels Prices: $1.00, 75c and f.Oc. Salo at City Drug Store. H. K. FOOT Dry Cleaning Specialist, Nelson, B. C. Overcoats thoroughly dry cleaned. Look like new. Agents: M. Papazlan, 315^ Baker St. Nolson. Ross Fleming, Fairview. Snaps for Every Purse Seo our window for Xmas presents. English China and Canadian Glassware DON'T WAIT! COME NOW! Cup, Saucer and Plate Sets, famous Derby design 40c Chocolate Sets $3.00 Lemonade Sets $1.50 Large variety Jardinieres and Vases. Don't miss these Clearing Out prlceB. CHINA HALL A. W. MUNRO, Prop. Phong L-261 321 Baker St Ladies' Winter Weight Cashmere Hose The Ark New and Second Hand Furniture. Cheapest in the City, Phone L395 606 Vernon St. J, W. Holmes, Mgr, Nelson, B.C. NELSON NEWS OF THE DAY J. Quinn of Harrop was a visitor to tho olty on* Saturday registering at tlie Hume. H. U Rothwell of Nakusp came In on the coast train last nlslit ond registered at the *Hume. Mi J. McCiml of Calgary, inspector 'for the railway hoard, is visiting- thc city. He ls at the St-wthcon-a*, ■T. B. Stlnson of Vancouver came in on the coast irain* lust night and* registered at tht; Strathcona. Miss Beattie left on the Crow boat yesterday morning on a visit lo Sarnia*, ont. She expects to ho away about a month. Born at tho Kootenay Lake Maternity hospital on Deo. 5 to Ml", and Mrs. George Crawford, Appledale, a daughter; TV. R. Eddy, conductor on fto Great Northern pns-seng-er trailn out of Nelson, has returned from a visit to San Pntnolsca olid Lbs Angeles, Cal. Frank DeG-ray of New Westminster, provincial Inspector of 'hospitals, was a visitor to the city yesterday. Ho was a: the Hume and left on tlio coast train last night, Tho Christian Endeavor oOmmlttee wlll have charge of. the meeting td- night of tlie Epworth -league ciB Trinity Methodist church. Alex f>mith will given an address on. "Sharing Our BleSr drgs" and "Mrs. Allen will render a solo. Kootenay and Boundary $• ROSSLAND NEWS. <• $ 4 • 44^^44444444>-94ri4y999944449^. CSpccial t0 Tho Daily News.) ROSSLAND, B.C., Dec. G.—A. S. GoodevL-, railroad commissi oner, arrived In thn city List ulglit from Ottawa and will remain hero for a few daya on a visit to his daughter, Mrs. G. C. Chubb. Dr, and Mrs. C. MeNaughton with their two son-s left Friday evening for Dr. McNaughtnn's home m Victoria. They will remain there about a: month with the expectation that me change at cHmate will completely restore Ur. McN'aughlor.'s health. F, M. Turner of NortlipoW: spent a few days in the city last week. William Reese, of Trail wag a visitor to Rossland on Thursday. Rossland Aeri0 No. 10, F.O.E, will hold a social on Dee. IS. A program will bo given by the best talent of Rossland and Trail. Dain-iy refreshments will he served anil at 10 o'clock dancing will commence, iho music being furnished hy a three-piece orchestra. A benefit daneo under tho auspices of Rossland Miners' union No. 3S and Rossland F.O.E. No. 10 will 1>P held in the Miners* hall on Dee. 15. Dancing from 0 until 1 o'cloek. Thu proceeds will go to tho benefit of Attain Bell who was Injured in lhe Lo R"i mine sn|mro time ago. At- a meeting of tlie Ladies' club yesterday afternoon in the club room;* tho following officers were cb-cted: Mrs. G. 0. Chubb, president; Mrs. .L S. Desrliamps, vice-president; Miss Paulino Elder, seeretxry; Mrs. M. Archibald, treasurer; Mi.«s <;. Martin, librarian; committee. Mrs. A. B. Chandler. Mrs. W. Ternan. Mrs. .1. D. McDonald. Mrs. D. .T. Bourne ami Mrs. C. II. Wallace FERNIE NOTES. (Special t,- The Dallv News.1* FKRN1I0, B.C., Dec. fi.—RU-Sneil Dudley, son or Mi*, and Mrs. Robert Dudley, who was operated on for appendicitis on Thursday is getting on very nieely at the Fernie hospital. The funeral ,rf p. Cntenaro and T. Meyers, tlie two victims of the accident at the Coal Creek mines here on Friday, was hekl today. An Inquest will he held early next week. HARROP NOTES. (Special lo The Daily News.) HARROP, B.C., Dec. ti.—Many members of the rifle club attended Ihc SftOOt on Saturday. There will be practise next Saturday. There will be a supper, Christmas tree and entertainment on Dec, 21 in tho school room. The children arc to present a fairy play iiH well as recitations ,etc. Miss Clyde is visiting Robson for the week end. Queen Heaters The most satisfactory cheap heating stove is thc old reliable "Queen" —burns any kind of fuel, can bo kept solng nil night and leaves little or no ash. We make these up in throe stock sizes ln our own tin shop, and . THE PRICES ARE RIGHT Wood-Vallance Hardware Co. Ltd. Wholesale and Retail. Nelaon B. C For Rent 105 Hall Mines Road, corner of Stanley Street, tl rooms aud atone basement; recently renovated $20.00 107 Hall Alines Road, 6 rooms, stone basement, recently renovated $17.00 004 Stanley Street, corner of Mill Street, 7 rooms, cement basement, furnace.. .$25.00 810 Stanley Street, G rooms. ■ $25.00 Two flats on Baker Street, suitable for housekeeping, $2~\M each. Rentals Include water rate in all cases. HMJird LOSES SMELTER ACID FUMES CASES Mrs. Eva Cross Fails in Suit Against Consolidated Company for Alljgad Damages to Orchard ROSSLAND, B. C, Dee, ti.--Mrs. Eva Cross lost against the Consolidated Mining & Smelting company when Judge Hrown at the county court on Friday decided she bad no case. Sho had sued the company for $.900 damages said to tie caused to her property and fruit trees by acid fumes from the smelter smoke during the past summer. E, S. .1-1. Winn appeared for the defendants and C, F. -R. Pincott for the plaintiff. The jury consisted of: A. W. Smith, foreman; W. J. Loughood, A. T. Collis, H. T. ISi'lkcy and Kenneth Martin. The ease Pretty vs. Henderson was adjourned until Monday morning. Gem Theatre THE QUALITY PHOTOPLAY MONDAY AND TUESDAY Judith of Bethulia The most spectacular production ever produced In photoplays. Audiences everywhere have proved this by their eagerness to see it several times. See tho stirring scenes of war as practised by the ancients, with whole armies sweeping across the scenes. Jo many people have expressed the desire to see this wonderful play that we have decided to repeat this masterpiece on Tuesday. TONIGHT AND TUESDAY ONLY Three Specials for Three Days 'WE WILL lill*i:il AND ADVERTISE THREE SPECIALS* EVERY THREE PAYS FROM NOW UNTIL CHRISTMAS. EACH AND EVERY ARTICLE WILL BE A REAL BARGAIN. A fine, heavy, well cut Bowl, 8-in., Regularly $5.00 SPECIAL $350 Saits and Peppers This Bowl wc buy In large quantities and It has been a leader at 55.00. A genuine bargain at $3.50 Mantle Clocks A reliable clock and a .beautlfdl piece of furniture. Direct from tho factory, New designs and improved timepieces. It will pay you to look those over. Regular, $11.00, - $7.75 Seven different designs in Fine Cut Glass Salt and Peppers. Sterling top. These goods just reeelv- -ed. -Regular price, $1,25 pair. Special - 90c Per Pair Special THESE PRICES FOR THREE ;DAYS^ONLY "Wo have a large stock and mean to give you"an advantage in price- real bargains—on goods of whicli wc have a large -quantity. Come In and look around, wo arc always pleased to show goods. MAIL ORDERS AX'D INQUIRIES RECEIVE PROMPT AND CAREFUL ATTENTION. J. 0. PATENAUDE Manufacturing Jeweler, Watchmaker and Optician HALCYON NOTES ■HALCYON, II. C, Dee. C—Con Jones, Vancouver, and two sons were here last week on their way lo Spokane. W, It. Maclean, M.P.I'., Nelson, with his son, Key, arrived on Friday. Paul L. Larson, Nelson, arrived Friday, T. P. Rogers. Rossland, on Thursday, and Verua Willard, Salmo, on Wednesday, WEST DEMARS NEWS WEST* 7>EMARfi, B. C., Dee. G.—E. T. Jackson, formerly of Lethbridge, has lieen the guest of C. Sialic Fred Vlpond and Samuel Jackson of ■Nakusp bagged a fine deer at Demars. The ball committee wlll give a dunce on Dee. II. BOMB USED IN REVENGE KILLS FOUR PERSONS •fBv Doily News Leased Wire.) NEW YORK, Dee. ti.—Firo, believed lu have started from a bomb explosion caused the death of a family of four persons and destroyed the central section oif the village of Ardsley-oh-Putnam, early today. The loss Is estimated at iihoiit |16p;000. Revenge of an Italian barber whose shop -was was believed to have heen IF YOU WANT YOUR WANTS MADE PUBLIC TRY A WANT AD. , ■k "Makes more I bread and better bread" PURITV FLOUR "0_&&l4£Z" The Braokrnan^Ker Milling ^.SUQ» GLASSES MADE FOR YOU We do not atop at merely selling the "best made" glasses. In each Individual case we make sure that both lenses and mountings are really be coming. KRYPIOK Without lin in the Lens Ladies especially appreciate thiB feature of our work. R. l_. DOUGLASS Tho Graduate Optician and Optometrist, Certified by a Provincial Board of Examiners In Optometry. Room 18, K. W. C. Block. A Little Talk about repairing your jewelry. We do all kinds of repairing at very reasonable prices. Cull and get our estimates for -making over jewelry. \ Mail orderB promptly attended to. J. J. Walker Jeweler and Optician Baker St. Nelson. B Expert Watch Repairing th0 a use. -<► REGRET THEIR AVIATORS CROSSED SWITZERLAND (By Dailv News Leased Wire.) BERNE, Dee. C,vhi Paris, Dec. 7, 12:35 nm.—The Swiss government received Sunday the replies of the British and French governments to Switzerland's protest against the viola-lion il! her neutrality by th.iti> in gold given to tho holder of the lucky number Friday, Dec. nth. Miss Gladys Attree holds dancing classes ln Nelson as follows: For adults at Astley's Hall Fridays at 8 and at Eagles' Hall Saturdays at 8. For children, at 2:30 on Saturdays. Private lesBons by nr- rnngemmt on Tuesdays, FrldayB and Saturdays. Address Box 30-1, Nelson. Trj a tin of . Thurman's Special Mixture Tobacco One-eighth tins 25c One-quarter tins 40c One-half tins 70c THURMAN CIGAR STORE THORPE'S ^ DRUNKS LOSERS AS WELL AS FINDERS CAN FIND U8E IN A WANT AD, Get Him a Dressing Gown for Christmas Our stock of Dressing Gowns we find is too heavy so have decided to cut the prices right now. PLAIN DAKK GREY DRESSING GOWN, Cord 0O /J/J Edges, with Buttons and Girdle V"'"" PLAIN FAWN AND PLAIN RESEDA, with Reverse Slrlpc Collar, Cord Edges, Buttons and Girdle. ^Pi? ff/) Regular Jio.oo **?'*?' -;T - FIGURED BLACK AND RED, Cord Edges, 0O /J/J Buttons nnd Girdle. Regular $12.00.. VO.l/V DARK GREEN, Cheek Trimmings, also GREY with Cheek Trimmings, Cord Edges, Girdle and Frogs. A -f/J (_t_ Regular J10.S0 ip.Il/.t/.l/ TURKISH HATH ROBES with Hood and Girdle. A O Off Regular t«0 tor 0O.£U. A man will get tons of comfort out of a Dressing Gown and wear it for years, EQUAL REDUCTIONS ON SMOKING JACKETS Our Christmas stock of Neckwear, Mufflers, Suspenders, Arm Bands, Etc,, Etc., is all ready to show you. Emory & Walley m