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Vancouver. B. C. Feb. 2, 1925 Official Journal of the Union, Local 145, A. F. of M. Vol. 11., Xo. 10. I i" Favoring Women as Orchestra Players HPHE question of having women *â â taken into professional high class orchestras has frequently been discussed and considered by foremost conductors. Up" to the present only women engaged in such organizations have been harp players; but recently no leas a conductor than Alfred Hertz. in the course of the Hollywood bowl concerts, admitted that he would be glad to have women as members of his orchestra. In the course of an interview given out to the press act long ago he may be quoted as saving: "Women are used In orchestras abroad much more than here.'' Aside from the artistic results he be lives that the innovation will have a happy effect upon the box office. He feels that the presence of a few alluring violinists, for instance, might increase the masculine interest in sweet music. "Last year while I was in London," added Mr. Hertz, "one of the finest professional orchestras was made up of perhaps two-thirds women. The violin is regarded by many as a feminine instrument, and an orchestra which has a number of women in the violin section may possibly produce a more personal warmth and feeling than that of an exclusively male orchestra. Then, too, the refining social Influence on the orchestra of the pretence of cultured women Is an important one. But thai is not all. Bin Zirkel von huebschen Frauleins ist sehr begeisternd! <A circle'O* pretty Frauleins is jrery inspiring!) "The men do not go. to sleepâthey are always at their heat The presence of fine women artists may possibly make even better artists of the mm". -Metronome, -->â¢-'-â'-â .-..«-ââ¢â.â â * âi 1 y The canny Scot was not quite sure whether business might keep him away from his evening meal. "Jeanie ma girl," said he to his wife , ere he left home in the morning, "if I'm no able to ha hame til ring ve up at six precisely. Dinna tak' the receiver off. and than I'll BO hae to pit in ma twopence." __ ; sjâ_- He: "I could face death dancing you." e: "You jmV By Leslie Grossmith HPHE Annual Union Concert has so far proved an unquestionable asset as a means of raising funds. It has occurred to me. that it might be possible to organize a scheme, an extensive scheme, by which a considerable sum of money could be raised. Every member I feel sure, would like to take an active part in the erection of our ngw_ he%s», -v These able to come forward with finance will no doubt do so under proper conditions, but such opportunity I feel sure is going to be denied a large majority of enthusiastic members whose heart is in the right place. If a series of concerts with musical worth and attraction are organized, the opportunity for all our members to take part and assist win be of' fered whether It be as performers, ushers, organizers, ticket sellers, etc etc Every member giving their service should make a charge for same, and that amount should be registered and announced as a subscription to the fund which would be a proud recompense to many of our enthusiastic members. Every service rendered, every ticket sold by a member should be credited as a subscription to the building fund, and in this way a very large army of workers would be created (not conscripted, an ugly word) a large fund would be forthcoming and our building would be up in less than no timeâwhich is very quick. The bulk of the work should not fall on one or two pair of shoulders. We have many willing and energetic members, and the work can be allotted in many sections. The public of Vancouver are thirsting for good music artistically rendered, they.want sound musical entertainment and they sire! willing to pay for it. There is a cry in our midst for Symphony Concerts with programmes of musical importance and attraction. The Musicians Union ^possesses in its organization the productive power such as no other body in the couri- |try is likely to possess; and further, it has in its membership, that great asset, so hard to obtain namely Brains. Why not put this valuable possession to the best possible use? As a means of raising funds for our new home, why not let our members subscribe their service and production, and let the public subscribe the money? Why ask us to put our hands in our pockets,âwhich in many cases a re all too, dark a nd slenderâand 'throw "away our wonderful opportunity and power of obtaining the necessary funds through our, invaluable service and production. If the concerts are held under the auspices of the Benevolent Fund for the specific object of obtaining a sum towards the $36,000 required for our building fund, and when the objective is reached the affair is disbanded there can be no objection or scruples as to the scheme interfering on a competitive basis as there are no Symphony Concerts likely to be held in the city at present. Should a Concert Scheme be undertaken, I would like to suggest that the performances receive adequate preparation and that the programmes contain numbers of musical worth and attraction. This to my mind is most essential, if we are to make an appeal to the musical enthusiast and regular concert habitues of Greater Vancouver and district. Conductor or conductors, performers, and programmes should be selected six months or more ahead. If necessary (and it would be necessary), the Union or Benevolent Society should import music and the parts be distributed among the players for home study. Conductor and Concert Master should* hold a conference to discuss ideas, and later, a few pleasurable meetings should take place with various sections of the orchestra for an Intimate study of the various phases of the works before calling the regular three full rehearsals with the orchestra. .â,.,â. In this way. with proper publicity Increasing Popularity of the Viola 'T'HE real Cinderella of musical instruments is the beautiful "hut much neglected Viola. When you are tempted to use "second fiddle" as a figure of speech, say instead "viola." It is more to the point and has the advantage of being terse. (Of course, in the orchestra family the two are not synonymous.) "In orchestration the old masters did not appreciate the possibilities of the viola," explains Carlton Cooley of the Cleveland TrurtltOfe dT Music. "They used it as a subordinate voice as an instrument to finish a phrase, or sound a last note for the sake of harmony. However, the classicists gave this instrument some of its due in writing chamber music. Some very lovely viola literature is contained in compositions for string quartets. "Now more and more composers are glimpsing its potentialities. They have found in It a new color for the musical spectrum. Some of the modern English composers, among them Arnold Bax and York Bowen, are using it to gain warm, gracious effects they could secure with no other*in- strument. Our own Ernest Bloch (director of the Cleveland Institute) gained a measure of its Immediate American recognition through his Suite for Viola and Piano which was awarded the Coolldge prize in 1919. "I am confident that the viola is on the brink of great popularity. As the new music shews its solo quality, mulcians will be attracted to it rather than to the violin. The viola is the contralto of the strings. Because it has not the brilliancy nor the spectacular appeal of the high pitched soprano it has so far languished In semi-oblivion. With beautiful music written for it, its subtle beauty cannot help but win it appreciative audiences."âMetronome. and advertising in the daily press programmes of real musical worth and attraction would be presented Keep going straight ahead and you'U arrive. i i "ii r i i i j And an audience of real enthusiasm Would assemble, not only from all parts of Greater Vancouver but from, the outlying district for thirty miles or more with a financial result, such as the most sanguine of our i has never dreamed of BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY nrUlBttntnliH VIOLONCELLO TEACHER SOLOIST Hotel Vancouver Orchestra Sey. 2»91âPhonesâBay. 2498X DIRECTOR OF MUSIC LT. C. J. CORNFIELD L RAM., R.M.S.M. Member British Conductors' Association Band and Orchestra Trainer Telephone Seymour 1076 W. E. McLeUan Pianist and Organist At the Maple Leaf Theatre Plume. Altaa Rooms, Seymour 1776 Herbert G. Copley BROADWAY THEATRE WM. J. NELLESS Dominion TheatreâPhone, Fair. 4712-L. Residence. 3868 Inverness Street. Gertrude Johnson Now playing at the RITSILANO THEATRE Phone Dong. 2900 Frank Nichols PIANIST at the Dominion Dance Hall Phone, Seymonr 8433-X fctanlnj ttUar? ORGANIST COLONIAL THEATRE Phone Fair. 1229 Compliments of the Empress Theatre PERSONNEL: WM. EGGETT E. G. RICHARDSON GEO. MADDAMS. CECIL PEARSON A. C. PIER FRED. .__Vlolin ..Trumpet ...Clarinet Sex. 'ereusslon WEAVER Pianist, Leader IQQPI J. G. HUNT CONTRA BASSO CAPITOL THEATRE THE ftinjal ©l|,atrr (DrrlpBtra PERSONNEL L. McMAHONââ Violinist PATRICK ADAIR Drama ALEX. GRAY _ Leader, Pianist Phone High. 1379L BEST- WISHES FROM CAPITOL J. BELL PIANIST At The Columbia Theatre Fair. 6718R RALPH COX 'CELLIST AT THE ORPHEUM North Van. 687X2 Tug Wilson TRUMPET Phone Fair. 9018 X WILFRED HAYWOOD TRUMPETâBay. 2810Y ,ii' ;.' vt/'vtv.'Aty.' vf;' \u00C2»/âvty,',v»y,-. PANTAGES A. Osbaldeston (Piano) A. W. Delamont (Trumpet) H. Stocker (Clarinet) R. S. Ralph (Trombone) Geo. H. II. Keeling (Bass) Guy Jolley (Percussion) FREDERICK BROWN (Leader) ORCHESTRA I â¢»'YÂ»0'»'.7*v7_',74V7». The professional directory column of this journal is worthy of your patronage. Tour name appearing in a small "ad." is a good reminder to others. Sty? (Eritmnn (Drripstra OPEN FOR BOOKINGS PERSONNEL DICK GARDNER, Percussion HARRY TARLTON. Pianist ._ GEO. BUSH, Banjo don. McMillan, Sax __ -Fair. 4305L ..Fair. 1399L -Sey. 558IX -Fair. 1950L AT LIBERTY E. P. SALVAGE RELIEF ORGANIST Phone High. 4071X J. CHAMBERLAIN VIOLINISTâOpen for Enj Phone Fair. 716R JOHN McNAIR DBUMS. Sinking the Dascea At Liberty. Phone Fair. 2736-X MARGARET GRAY Experienced Picture Organist â Reliel Work Preferred. Phone Sey. 8597-X E. H. COUUNG VIOLIN. SAX AND CLARINET Phone High. 867L CLARE TENNANT Arnold Howard PIANIST Orchestras supplied fee dances. Open for engagements. Phone Fair. 1389-R or Fair. 6932 Address 266â14th Ave East Fred Parsons PIANIST Open for all classes of Piano Work Phone, Fair. 1168-L HARRY W.G. KIRK 'CELLIST OPEN FOR ENGAGEMENTS Phone Fraser 217L3 Res. 146 66th Av. W.. So. Vancouver ROY ENDERSBY DRUMS, BELL, 8222L MARIMBA E. W. HAWLEY TRUMPETâOpen fat Enj Phone Fair. 1961T J. C. FORTIN DRUMSâOpen fee Pong. 1489L" Harry Pryce Pianist and 'Cellist Experienced in Dance and Picture Work. OPEN FOR ENGAGEMENTS Phone Sey. 7188 Ij YERNONE COX FBEHOH HORN At Liberty. eTeett Van. 66-Tt H. W. DAKIN ~CT Melody Sax Fair. 887L E-fiat A. WELLS San f oi MX. 1 BERT KOOL PIANISTâOpen for Any Class of Work Bey. TSM . Doug. 1629 EDDIE BRESSLER PIANIST AND DRUMMER Open for Engagements. Fair. 526R. William Grove TEN0B BANJO OPEN FOB ENGAGEM ENT » Head Office, Sey. 7668 ____________W__âââM_ââ_- George De Peter AND IDS ORCHESTRA OPEN FOB ENGAGEMENT Say. 2444. or High. 1479 "i .- i_*_>£i â __â BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN -4ââââ _ââ NOTICE Musicians' Benevolent Society. MEMBERS were recently notified that an Extraordinary Meeting of the Benevolent Society would take place, February 8, 1925. The reason for this notice being- sent individually is because under the Friendly Societies' Act fourteen days notice must be given to the members, of any meeting which is to be held for the purpose of borrowing money. The meeting will convene sometime during our regular union meeting. EDWARD JAMESION, Secretary. SECRETARY'S MONTHLY REPORT Mother: "Tommy, what would you like to give your cousin for his birthday? Tommy: "I knowâbut I'm not big enough." AN APPRECIATION Dear Mrs.âIt has Just been brought to our attention that you were instrumental in having the Parent Teachers' Association and a branch of the Forresters Lodge employ members of this Union, rather than non-Union musicians to play at their functions and in view of that we take this opportunity of thanking you for your valued assistance in this respect. This action on your part is just one more example of where the wives and families of Union men can assist in breaking down the unfair competition of non-Unionlsts and when such action does arise we hasten to extend our appreciation to those responsible. Again thanking you and with best wishes for the New Year, believe to remain. Yours truly, E. A. JAMIESON, Secy. Local 145 A.F. of M. The above is self explanatory and we publish it as an act of suggestion to the wives and families of our members. ED. Their Real Reason Revealed The Scotch bagpipe players were breaking the atmosphere into thousands of fragments with their instruments. "Why do those pipers keep walking up and down as they play?" asked one stranger of another. "I don't know," was the peevish answer, "unless it makes them harder to hit." Scene: A new concert hall. Opening ceremony. Floral decorations on a very lavish scale. Visitor, to town councillor, at end of first item on the programme: "The acoustics are very good, don't you think?" Town Councillor: "They ought to be! The florist's bill was enough to put another penny on the rates!" Bargains From the "Sales" column of a provincial newspaper: "Violin for sale by lady with inlaid scroll head." Also: "What offers for fine old violin? owner going abroad in solid pigskin case." Transfer withdrawn: W. W. Brai- ley, F. D. Roach, B. W. Dale, E. Cas- sidy, M. Stafford. Travelling Federation members: Fred Gordon, 149; Chas. Hazelrjgg, 6; Rose Rennce, 36; Chas. Albertl, 10; Fred Qulntrell, 802; Howard Samples, 77; Herbert Greib, 78. Expelled by International: Bram- well Coultas. Exempt: W. Gillespie, and Mrs. W. Gillespie. Removed from Exempt list and granted working privileges: Percy Clay, Chas. Kilpin, Mrs. J. Ziepler. Transfers Deposited: Harold Hogg, 190, violin; Victor Bonin, 247, drums. Full members by transfer: H. C. Zeveifel, M. H. Seliger, F. E. Mc- Comb, O. Osbaldeston, F. Brown, Wm. Sodeburg. Transfer issued: W. Gilland, Chas. Kilpin. New Members: F. G. Millar, banjo and mandolin; Hugh Skuce, piano. EDWARD JAMIESON, Secretary. NOTICE MEMBERS are hereby officially notified that at the last regular meeting of this union a resolution was carried unanimously in effect as follows: "Members requiring doubling privileges in this local must first secure the permission of the Executive Board. In the event of permission being granted, the member shall be furnished with a permit, which will be the only passport for such privileges." This law will come into effect Monday, February 9, 1925 and will be strictly enforced. Members will therefore make application at once so that they will be clear of any possible Infraction. An Irishman and his wife on a visit to London went to a theatre. The wife noticed the word "Asbestos" printed on the curtain. "Faith Pat, and what does "Asbestos' on the curtain mean?" "Be still, Maggie, don't show your ipnorance. That's Latin for 'Welcome' !" "The doctor gave me some pills to take in luke-warm water." "What's luke-warm water, Danl?" "Why, water what looks warm but ain't" Allen Ruffelle Clarinet and Saxophone California Theatre, Los Angeles Private Address, Walgrove Apts., 427 La Figneroa, Los Angeles, Cal. FOB SALE A 3 Octave DBAGAN M&BIMBAPHONE Coat $200.00; for $186.00; terms; also a Brass B-flat Trombone, $13.00. Phone Fair 626B ; Eddie Brassier How. Indeed? Two men were waiting for a train, says the Argonaut, and one said, "I will ask you a question, and if I cannot answer my own question T will buy the tickets. Then you ask a question, and if you cannot answer your own question you buy the tickets." The other readily agreed. "Well," the first man said, "you see those rabbit holes? How do they dig those holes without leaving any dirt round them?" "I don't know," the other admitted. "That's your question; answer it yourself." The first man winked and replied- "They begin at the bottom and dig up." "But-" said the second man, "how do they get at the bottom to begin?" "That's your question." was the first man's rejoiner. "You'll have to answer it yourself." The other man bought the tickets* Feared Music Disturbed Him It happened the other evening, and now a certain clubman is trying to figure out how he will square things with his wife the next time he is "detained" down town. He was not going home for dinner, and when his wife answered the telephone, he said: "Don't wait for me at dinner this evening, dear. I shall be detained on business." "Very well," she replied. "I'm sorry you can't come home; but business is business, I suppose. Where are you now?" "Where am I? In my office, of course- I have had a very busy day." "It's too bad you have had to work so hard, George. But tell me something." "Yes, dear. What is it?" "How can you keep your mind on business with^the orchestra playing 'Every Little Movement?'"Kan sas City Star. "Father is pleased to hear you are a Rood poet." "Is he?" "Oh veryâthe last of my sweethearts he tried to throw out of the house was a football player. L. P. Mcintosh Registered Optometrist in charge of Optical Dept. TOD A MANNING, 674 Granville St. Seymour 1016 Member of A. F. of If "Any luck on your fishing trip, old man?" "Very little. If fish go in schools they always seem to be playing truant or having a holiday when I go after them." MITCHELL-FOLEY Ltd. ALL KINDS COMMERCIAL PRINTING AND STATIONERY Loose Leaf System aad Files; Diaries and Calendars, Stands aad Pads 522 HASTINGS STREET W. VANCOUVER, B. C. Phone Sey. 1085 Nothing reveals the stuff that is in a man quite so surely as the effort he puts forth to accomplish the thing he sets out to do. GEORGE B. SMITH VIOLIN REPAIRER BOWS W-fSllBP Country aad Trade Work Receive Prompt I*.'** Vi Attention aneoavar. BO. M-_-_Mi-_H-M Madame B. L. Hill A.V.OM. TEACHER OF PIANO 18th Ave. East; Phone Fair. 1.22L j . â '. . ' â â¢~^» DUES JjEMBERS are hereby notified that the last day for payment of dues before fines and suspension become the order is Sunday, February 8,1925. It will be much more convenient if payment is made at the Union office, as it will tend to save the crush on the meeting day., W. E. WILLIAMS, Fin. Sec.-Treasurer. ORPHEUM CAFE TABLES FOR LADIES DANCING EVERY EVENING Opposite The Orpheum Theatre 762 Granville Street Telephone Seymour 9495 Crater & %mm Stmttrfc Funeral Directors 104» WEST GEORGIA STREET Vancouver, B. C. .. i ii â â â â ââ ,11. i t i ' 4j BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN I Editor Ernest C. Miller Managing Editor Edward Jamieson Advertising Manager Fred Fletcher Managing Committee â Executive Board of Local 145, A. F. of M. Published monthly at the office of Local 145, A. F. of M., 991 Nelson Street, Vancouver, B. C. Phone: Seymour 7568 "Let us co-operate and move forward hand in hand rather than split up into factions and starve our souls on dogmatic differences." âHUBivRT. PROPOSED NEW HEADQUARTER THE trend of ideas, leading to the establishment of a permanent home for our societj'j having its inception five of six years ago, are now gradually assuming definite proportions towards finality. True, we are housed at present in premises, that are our own property; but they are only of a temporary nature. With the present real estate activity, and a prospective building boom; also the declared intention by our civic authorities of bridging False Creek, from Burrard Street to Kitsil- ano, and thus making that street on Which our premises confront a first- class thoroughfare, probably with street car service; has caused an hitherto dormant enthusiasm, to awaken to that of one of vigor. Preliminary plans or specifications have been drawn up. by Member S. A. Kayll, who is an architect of some prominence, which allows for one large store on Burrard Street, renting at $100.00, and five on Nelson at $50.00 each per month. Then overlooking Burrard Street on the second floor, would be the various offices of the Local and Board room; also an auditorium seventy-five feet In length, and thirty-five in breadth, with lavatories etc. The third floor above the Union offices, would be space for reading and recreation room, ladies room etc. A basement would be allowed for the front store, and another large one would contain the heating arrangement- and store room. The total length of the building would be 120 feet by S7 1-2 feet, with an estimated cost varying from fS6.000.00 to $60,000.00. The directors of the Benevolent Society Intend to submit to the member* at Its next meeting plans, by which this sum may be partly, or wholly funded within the membership.. They have already before them the example of the Elk's in their proposed purchase of the G.W.V.A. Auditorium. The price for the latter building amounting to a cash total of $55,- 000.00 Of which $30,000.00 to expected to be raised by the acceptance of debenture certificates, at $60.00 each carrying â¢ per cent per annum by the members themselves. Probably the | balance In that case, would be raised through a financial corporation at ft per cent per annum, to be liquidated at the first opportunity. Our Society's proposed building would on the outlined plan, be expected to be a good revenue producer and according to estimates should liquidate its entire cost in the not far distant future. Appended is an approximate scale of cost, expense and revenue submitted by member C. W. White, our Auditor and a chartered accountant. Approximate Financial Statement of Proposed New Building (Compiled by Memjber White, society auditor.) Based on cost of $35,000.00. Expense Interest $2,600.00 Taxes 500.00 Insurance 350.00 Janitor 1,200.00 Heat 1,200.00 Property Exp 1,200.00 $7,250.00 Revenue Hall Rental 400.00 per M 4 stores at 50 200.00 per M 1 store at 100 100.00 per M Musicians Union 100.00 per M Others 100.00 per M NO-CE General Meetmg SUNDAY, FEB. 8th, 1925 G. W. V. A. Auditorium, 901 Dunsmuir Street, at 10 a.m. AGENDA 1. To consider the following Notice of Motion: "I hereby give notice that at the next meeting I will propose that the account on the books of the local loaned to the local as at $1.00 each to be closed and presented to the local for the purpose for such as It was loaned as a free-will offering. (Signed) "E. COX." 2. To consider advisability of sending delegates to the 30th annual convention of the A. P. of M., and if so, election of same. 3. Any other business. =0 900.00 per M. 10,800.00 per A. These proposals and figures, should be food for many intelligent discussions among our members, wherever thjey may congregate together or during their rest periods at the theatre, dance hall or band room. They are of a serious nature, and while the results are for the betterment of our comfort, and would add dignity and prestige to our position as a society, yet on account of the financial undertaking they involve, immeasurably beyond anything to that what we have been hitherto accustomed; they therefore must be pondered over, so that every member attending the next meeting when resolutions may be submitted for ac- jtlon, will be thoroughly conversant with the entire aspect of the situation. Blue print plans may be seen at the headquarters 991 Nelson Street, »nd also on Sunday, February 8, 1925 at the G.W.V.A. Auditorium. TrusteesâE. A. Jamieson, H. Cotterill, W. J. Scribbins and F. Flynn. President Neelands has now held his office since 1921 and Secretary Bengough since 1919. According to the Labor Statesman, the election of the Trustees were of an exciting nature. Our Secretary, E. A. Jamieson came out on top an easy winner, with such strong candidates against him as Cotterill and Scribbins. This is now his second consecutive term, and in his position on the Executive of the premier labor organization in the city, we feel that our interests will be capably represented, and the council will be kept fully cognizant of any controversies, should they arise, in the future between our employers and ourselves, or any other corporate bodies. certs do not interfere with Divine worship, being as they are after church hours; but from their narrow- minded sectarianism, which coincides so closely with their prototypes in Palestine, during the reign of Augustus Caesar, it is iniquitous. Consequently their seal and fanaticism; which is as equal to similar misguided people, who sent so many Christians to the Tower In the mediaeval period, for an acquaintance with the thumb-screw and rack, or to Smithfield for the faggot, will not abate one Jot if they can hound him again to cover. We on our part, if .the music is of an elevating character, and the concerts are orderly and conducted after 9 p.m. far from seeing any harm; believe with the preface of the "National Sunday League of London, England. "They are for the good of mankind." Aside from their entertaining value, Rowland's concerts have helped some of our members financially, which in these post-war hard times is something to be grateful for. The fact that he has to depend upon a promiscuous collection, when his costs for his first concert at the Strand, amounted to something like $400.00, and that the work is entirely of his own creation; deserves not only our admiration, but also our sympathy for his courageous stand against his pursuers. TRADES AND LABOR COUNCIL "THE half-yearly election to the Executive of the above council, has resulted on the whole very satisfactorily to the expressed desires and inclinations of this union. Our local has played no small part, in supporting the present council since the unfortunate disaster to Labor by the schism of 1919. Our policy has always been that of progression, balanced with common sense and moderation, which after all are the only sound principles that a community can be guided by for its ultimate good. The total voting strength of Local 146, was fully represented by the presence of all of our delegates, and it Is with gratification we learn that executive officers, in the persons of President H. Neelands and Secretary P. Bengough have been retained. The following to the new Executive: President - H. Neelands. M.L.A. Vice President .W. Dunn Secretary â¢- » P. Bengough Treasurer ...F. J. Hunt Sergeant at Anns .....Mrs. Dolk Statistician ...â.- C. McDonald INDOOR BAND CONCERTS "THAT tenacious and persistent plodding member Reginald Rowland, bandmaster of the combination that owns that title, after being driven to the cover of the Manufacturers Building in which to give his concerts, by his psuedo-sabbatarian antagonists, has emmerged once more, and to carrying on for the present in the Strand Theatre every Sunday evening at 9 p. m. The world dearly loves a fighter. Whether the man to right or wrong, the fact that he has courage and will persevere, generally wins him the approbation and sympathy of the masses. Consequently Reginald even with the poor substitute, of a large room in a store for a proper concert hall, still retained a faithful following. We have been informed that in a speech, he made to his audience in that building, he uttered the following statement "Well, they have driven me up to the third floor for my concerts; possibly the next time I will be on the roof." Very likely had such been the case his loyal patrons .would have gone there too. Fortunately for the present there is no necessity, as he to back once more In commodious surroundings; but the Pharisees are still on the war path, to hinder, him in every possible way. It is nothing to them that his con- NORTH VANCOUVER POLICE COMMISSIONER "C^ROM the news to hand, we learn that our old friend and charter member "Bob!* Chance, has again been elected to the police commission of North Vancouver for his third term. As each of these terms are of a two year's duration, it will mean Bob being associated for six consecutive years, with a body that is generally expected to be drawn from the best respected, and most influential of its citizens. We would consider It an honor on the part of our memberhip, as well as the staff of this paper, to sincerely congratulate him on the expression of approval, so tendered by the citizens of the North Shore. » To us there to nothing more delightful, than to note conscientious members of this Local, Who have gained the good will and esteem of not only their brothers In this society, but also their fellow citizens wherever they may reside. Is Man Using Hit Brain Man is supposed to have some brains and to use them- He has already done much to conquer nature and make the elements work for him. But is he really using his brain? We still hear talk of war, and of new inventions to make it more horrible. We should remember that these new methods, infinitely multiplying man's powers, must also be controlled by wise, constructive thinking, unless we want to follow the brainless dinosaur.âBorder Cities Star. At Saiford, England, the funeral cortege of a man who had been convicted of theft 11 times, halted and observed a two-minute silence outside each of the two "pubs" he had been In the habit of visiting. A kind of dry sarcasm. V. â¢â ' . '.^"' BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN â i ii : ; â¢â :â :. '*â¢-. m. MINUTES OF UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS Regular Board Meeting, Jan. 3, 1925. Officer absent, Wm. Pilling. Called to order at 10:35 a.m. President Miller in the chair. Member W. Garden requested permission for his orchestra to play one or two programme numbers at the Hudson's Bay Banquet. As this work IS not charitable the permission is denied. Sergeant-at-arms reports conditions generally good during the yuletide season. Upon motion accepted. Member Geo. E. Metcalfe sent in a written protest against the treatment he had received at the hands of member E. Hawley who was playing at the Strand Theatre. Upon motion charges are to be preferred against member Hawley and referred to Trial Committee. Secretary reports that the Vancouver Orchestral Society, playing the Messiah under our member F. W. Dyke, broadcasted their recent concert. Upon motion the secretary is directed to call member Dyke to the next Board meeting. The President reports having given permission to the Hotel Vancouver Orchestra to play for the Sun Editorial Staff during a party held recently. The permission was given not to the Sun, but rather as an act of appreciation to Mr. Jenkins, Music Editor of the Sun who has been very kind to this Union in the past and is< -always ready to give us space on his Music Page. Upon motion action of President endorsed. It has been reported that member L. Diether had suffered the loss of J. TAYLOR VIOLIN REPAIRS Ml Richards St. Vancouver Phone. Seymour 3416 his father. Upon motion the Secretary is directed to Bend a letter of condolence to the bereaved member. Communication from Jos. N. Weber upon motion referred to General meeting. Secretary reports having given permission to Lionel Tucker to conduct his performance at the Empress Theatre recently. Upon motion, action endorsed. Upon motion, transfer card of Harold _*>»agg> Violin and Trumpet of Local 190> is accepted. Secretary reports granting permission to members Maddams, Mrs. K. V. Brown, and Wardhaugh to use nonunion musicians on new year's eve. They were for a banjo, and two drummers. No local men were available. Upon motion, action endorsed. Accounts ordered paid: F. Fletcher, $3.85; Mitchell Foley, 85 cents; Cowan & Brookhouse Ltd., $9.25. Upon motion the Secretary is directed to call member J. Peebles to the next Board meeting. Re case of member S. M. Arstad. Apparently this member when making statements regarding doubling, was not aware that he might be called before the Board to substantiate same, as when he was called he could not show any proof that would enable the Board to prosecute the case before the trial committee. Upon motion the President is directed to speak to the member and advise him to be more careful in the future not to speak of alleged infractions of the laws unless he is well armed with sufficient proof to back up his claim. Adjourned at 11:55 a.m. Phono, Sey. 8789 : 9:80 a.m. to 6 p-m. and by appointment. W. A. Sutherland, D. C. Palmer Graduate CHIROPRACTOR Member of A. V. of M. Granville sad Bobson Streets. Suites 11 and 12, entrance 712 Bobson Street â¢ - Phone Sey. 221 Day or Night L Funeral Directors and Embalmers 5S1 Homer Str, Vancouver, B. 0. â¢' lit- 2" â â ff New York Outfittting Co., Ltd. Veaoouver'a Popular Credit House MFHiii wiiiwa APPJ fOB MBB AHD 1 148 Hssttao M. W.. 1 Opposite Dslry Regular Board Meeting, Jan. 9, 1925. Officers all present. Called to order at 10:40 A.ttt."~"''' President MHler in the chair. Member J. R. Peebles waa called before the Board but wrote to say that he could not attend on account of working. Upon motion the secretary is directed to cite him to appear at a special Board meeting following our regular Union meeting, Jan. 11, 1924: Member F. W. Dyke was called before the Board. The question was in regard to his performance of the Messiah held recently at the Wesley Church when four of our members were used and the performance was broadcasted over the Radio. Member Dyke, nor the members of the union who played had asked permission to do so, nor was any permission granted allowing Broadcasting. Member Dyke said that in previous years the question of securing the permission of this union for members to Play had been taken care of by the Secretary of their Society and he had --naturally taken it that the same action had been taken this year. As Car asâthe Broadcasting was concerned he was absolutely opposed to it and said that it was done without his consent. Upon motion the Chair is directed to Inform Member Dyke that a serious infraction had been committed and that in the future he nvill please be more careful to observe the law otherwise it may necessitate disciplinary action on the part of the Board. It was further moved that Members R^ Griffith* F. Gorse, T. Wink, and, J. Chamberlain be called before the Board at Its next meeting. Upon motion the Board rules that Member R. Perry be required to psy 15 per cent on all engagements played whilst he is doing casual, work and that in the event of his being employed permanently other ruling shall be made. President Miller reports appoint ing the following committee to investigate and report on a re-organization of the Secretary's office. Members F. R. Weaver, R. H. Ward, W. Pilling, E. Cox and W. Euper. Radio Contracts are received from Member Clare Organist at the Colonial Theatre. Upon motion referred to Secretary. Secretary reports having authorized the advance payment of $9.35 to Member E. Austin Sr., as he is leav ing the city. This Is on account of substitute money due from Member E. Hawley. Member' Os baldest on asks leave for further time in which to remit this local's initiation fee. Moved and Sec. That he Pay up by the 11th instant, which is* the present time limit. Motion lost. Moved and Sec. That he be given until Jan. 18, 1926 in which to remit balance. Motion carried. " rContinued next page) BANJO Ludwig Ambassador Model Tenor Banjo, includes case, gold plated, burnished, gold bell, etc. Onr price $290.00. Other models from $150.00 np. Vancouver Drum Company 437 RICHARDS STREET Sey. 7263 Standard Shoe Repairing Company A. H. COOK, Proprietor Member of Local 145, A. F. of M. ALL WORK GUARANTEED âWHERE QUALITY GOES CLEAR THROUGHâ 614 Robson Seymour 997 Vancouver, B. C. I .% i â 1 â m There Is Only ONE BEST hi Everything BAND INSTRUMENTS ARE THE BEST â''< British-Made Throughout FOR TUNE AND TONE THEY STAND ALONE â ' â ' i >rff$ Bandsmen of Vancouver, Come In end Try Them. .â PEOTBAMO- TEUMPBT THE ZEPHYB TBOMBONE We Are t_e Sole Agents 1_h_r__STiftVit-iF< l_f?H MMDS' MUSIC STORE "QUALITY WITH SERVICE" m BOWS BBHAIBED, IMSTBUMENTS â¢,sr|}'_trt_iB, Bridges, Pegs, Springs, Psis MS ROBSON STREET PHONE SET. i-git?'.& ââu y ;s â UNFAIR - , Cedar Cottage and Coll od Theatres V v BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN â II ; MINUTES OF UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS (Contimed from page 5) Upon motion the following members were excused from the last regular meeting. Mrs. F. Engleman and Daniel Morgan. Accounts ordered paid: B. C. Federationist |1.00; Cowan & Brookhouse Ltd., printing membership cards, $28.09; F. Fletcher, $15.00 including $12.60 being half of the Osbaldeston fine. Sergeant-at-arms submits his weekly report. Upon motion received and filed. Upon motion this Board recinds all permissions to import musicians, and. all permanent excuses. This action is the usual custom at the final meeting of the out-going Board. Members desiring permanent excuses will have to renew application. Re Osse of E. Cox vs. Stonehouse Communication from Member E. Cox enclosing a letter from the Secretary of the Moose Lodge in re the uijiform, which is in the hands of Member Stonehouse, 1b read. Upon motion member Stonehouse is given until January 24, 1925 in which to return the uniform to the Moose otherwise he will be subject to discipline by this Union. Member Mark Morgan reports a condition arising at the Oet Acquainted Club, stating that he had been employed as leader to commence Tuesday the 18th instant; but at a later date was told that another leader had been employed because he (Morgan) would not agree to the Club naming the members of his orchestra. Upon motion the Board sustains member Morgan and directs that he proceed to the engagement on the date in question and further that he has the absolute support of this Board in standing for his rights as leader with regard to employment of the members of the orchestra. The Secretary is directed to communicate with the Get Acquainted Club and also members Allison and F. Nichols and advise them ,of the decision of this Board. President Miller thanks the Board for its service and support during this past; year and begs of those retiring members to lend their support to the new Board with a view to further cementing the membership as a whole, so that we can act with an united force whenever the occasion arises. Adjourned at 1:16 p.m. Regular Union Meeting, Jan. 11. 1925. Officers a]l present. Called to order at 10 a.m. President Miller In the chair. Upon motion the minutes of the last regular meeting and all Board meetings were adopted as printed in the B. C. Musician. ' Upon motion the following applications were accepted and the ap- licants admitted and obliged: F. O. Millar, mandolin and banjo; Hugh Skuce, piano. Other applications In the hands Of the secretary were ordered kept until the nest meeting or In the event Of any of them presenting themselves tUt ipwtdent he may obligate yy. â â â . Communications 1. From Native Sons â¢.'It*. KX VIOLIN MAKER Member of Local 146, A. T. of U. 300 EMPIRE B-XLD-BO -Uattafs Street Wert sad _ Va_co_ver. B. C. requesting delegate to attend meeting with regard to the oriental question. Upon motion endorsed and members Cornfield and Jamieson appointed. 2. Secretary reads his letter to Member A. Grey and his orchestra and the Operators Union with regard to the recent Royal Theatre controversy. Upon motion endorsed. 3. From United Garment Workers' of America, upon motion ordered filed on notice board at headquarters. 4. From President Weber, being reply to our letter re the late Samuel Gompers. Upon motion filed. 6. From Member R. Ralph, being reply to our letter of condolence. Upon motion filed. At this time the meeting adjourned to convene as the Musicians Benevolent Society so that Member R. H. Ward could outline the new Home proposals. Re convened as the Musicians Union at 10:45 a.m. Reports of Committees The Committee appointed to investigate the Secretary's office through F. R. Weaver, chairman, submitted the following recommendation: 1. "That the Recording Secretary be empowered to employ a stenographer to assist in the office at a salary not exceeding $80.00 per month for three hours per day." 2. "That the Recording Secretary be in full charge of both administrative offices of this Local: namely. Corresponding-record and financial. Upon motion the report of the committee is concurred in and the secretary so authorized. Secretary Jamieson informs the meeting of what will be his policy in employing the stenographer. Secretary Jamieson reports as delegate to the T.»& L. Council and reco- mends that at the next meeting of the Council our delegates be instructed to 'Vote for R. H. Neelands for President and P. Bengough for General Secretary. Moved and Sec. That the report be accepted and the recommendation be concurred In. Discussed by members Fletcher, Bowyer, R. Cox, Jamieson, B. H. Ward, F. Parsons and Cornfield. The motion being put It carried. Upon motion report of Vancouver Theatrical Federation is accepted. Secretary Jamieson as Managing Editor of the B. C. Musician, submits his report showing the paper has been published 31 months at a net profit of $374.98. Upon motion the report is accepted and the Editorial Staff extended a vote of thanks for its splendid showing. _____ Sick committee through. Member Shankie. report Mrs. Winstone suffering with an attack of the flue. Upon motion report accepted and a vote of thanks extended to Member Cox for his repairs and donation of collection box. Emergency Fund Committee through. Chairman Stocker, reports three applications during the past month but in only one ease did the committee extend assistance, which was in the amount of $30.00. Upon motion, report accepted. Financial Secretary Treasurer re- -o"t* balance in hank for December, 1334 at 8826.90. Upon motion received and filed for reference. Uoon motion report of Trustees Is received and filtd for reference.7- Recording Secretary submits annual report showing increase in member- shin during 1934 at 40 members. The local at this time having 80 more members than any other time In its history. Upon motion received and filed for reference. The Auditor's report is read and explanations given. Upon motion same is ordered filed in Secretary's office with the understanding that any member Is privileged to peruse same. President Miller in retiring, thanks all BOard members and committee members for the able service and assistance during the past year, and then calls upon past President F. R. Weaver to install the new officers. All those officers elected last meeting were installed with the exception of Member E. Austin, Sr. (trustee) who is out of the city. Notice of Motion The following notice of motion was read for the first time: "I hereby give notice that at the next meeting I will propose that the account on the books of the local loaned to the local as at $1.00 each to be closed and presented to the local for the purpose for which it was loaned as a free will gift. Signed E. COX." Doubling Upon motion the following resolution was carried: Members requiring doubling privileges in this local must first secure the permission of the Executive Board. In the event of permission being granted the members shall be furnished with a permit which will be the only passport for such privileges. > Upon motion the following resolution was carried: Any member of the Board who is absent from a Board meeting or regular union meeting without good and sufficient reason, designated In writing, shall be assessed $1. This to be in addition to the law already stipulated under this section. Upon motion the resolution proposed by Member F. Fletcher re purchase of Ford Car was defeated. As a result of question being asked by Member Robertson re classification of School rooms, a committee was appointed to investigate this contingency and report to the next meeting: Committee appointed is Member M. Morgan, convenor, W. Robertson, H. A. Kool, F. Mulgrew and F. Fletcher. Member Ayling asks re employment opportunities. He is informed that It is up to each member to find his own employment. Member W. B. McQueen asked why discrimination should be shown in dealing with members committing infractions. He had special reference to Member F. W. Dyke and the Messiah Performance. The Chair an- (Contlnued next page) MANY MUSICIANS Have taken out a policy against Theft, Fire, Accident, etc., with the old reliable firm of PEMBERTON & SON GENERAL INSURANCE AGENTS WRITERS OF ALL CLAS6ES OF INSURANCE Let as eend onr representative, Jim Boss, oat to you to talk it over. OFFICE 418 HOWE STREET PHONE SHY. 94 - â¢ --- â â -â â -- â â - â â - -â¢ â¢ .â«â __- âi FHOl ________â i - i «__ â¢ i SOMETHING NEW in MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS & ANNOUNCE the visit of Boosey & Co.'s Representative, Ji Mr. D. G. Wilkinson, from London, England, with the 1925 Models of BOOSEY BAND AND ORCHESTRAL INSTRUMENTS, Introducing the Following: The New Era Ballard Horn in 0 and B Flat (The ideal double for Trumpet Players.) fill The De Luxe Model Tenor Saxophone to Low A The Latest Models and Finishes in Large Bore Trumpets and a Full Line of All Other Instruments Mr. Wilkinson will be at our store to demonstrate the above instruments until Saturday, February 7th, 1926. â i eat These Prices! ,.,«- -. V.+*|F â¢*!*.- Genuine Buffet Apoggee Alto Sax. Reeds. ...â.....$2.40 dos. Genuine $uffet Improved Alto Sax. Reeds $3.00 dos. Genuine Buffet Apoggee 0 Melody 80s. Reeds $8.00 doa. Genuine Buffet Improved 0 Melody tax. Reeds $8.60 dos. Phone Sey. 9868 545 ROBSON 8 UK a UNFAIR -':'::.;.,"-â â â :y'--':y..:'-yy.{ y.;.ii Nightingale's mmnt L m y' . m â B?-/7 |.: mm'''* 14 BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN NOTICE â â Board with a view to relieving them- T. Wink and R. Griffiths were called selves of paying an obligation in the before the Board to explain why they amount oi 91&.00 being amount due played the Messiah performance in lieu of notice to co.net players without securing the permission of engaged by Member Morgan. After this Local. Each one of them stated some considerable discussion the case that they were of the opinion that was deferred until Friday next when Member Dyke had requested the per- Member Morgan is to be called be- mission but were surprised when they fore the Board. found that this was not so. Upon mo- A communication is received from tion a censure is placed upon all four Local 190, Winnipeg, releasing their of the members and they are warned MINUTE8 OP UNION AND member H. W. O. Kirk by signing a by the President that a future in- EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS note due July 1, 1925 and thereby fraction of this kind would necessi- - 'â 1 . . leaving him free to make application tate charges being placed in the (Continued from naae 81 to ^om tnis local* Mr- Kirk appears hands of the Trial Committee. v^f7 I * and the arrangements are satisfactory Upon motion the following mem- swots the member stating that this to him. Upon motion, the secretary bers were excused from meetings: case was in no way similar to the re- i* directed to draw up an agreement H. D. Swoboda, Dec. and Jan.; P. A LL permanent excuses grant- -** ed members are cancelled, and applications must be made in writing to the Executive Board for this year's renewals. NOTICE AT TUB last meeting of this â f*- Local the Secretary was authorized to employ a stenographer. Any member who is Interested and can do shorthand may apply to E. A. Jamieson, secretary before Monday, February 9, 1925 when a permanent appointment will be made. Miller. E. A. Jamieson, Cecil Pearson, A. H. Nachbar, A. W. Delamont cent one quoted. The meeting seem- for Kirk's signature and Immediately Barron, D. A. Walker, W. M. Coles. an*L F- stoker. ed to accept the explanation as it is signed, Kirk may have the priv- permanent; It. Livie, Jan.; J. Borth- satisfactory. ileges of this Jurisdiction. Kirk hav- Wick, permanent; H. Bott, perman- Upon motion the Secretary is dir- ing played over the Radio was warn- ent; Theo. Wink, permanent; A. H: ected to write President Weber with ed that this is contrary to our laws Griffiths, permanent. regard to inserting the official name and a further action of this kind of the Federation in the obligation, would necessitate the case being re- Member Slatter asked what record ferred to the trial committee, was taken of engagement passing -. ~_ cutrxe wno uaa an applica- th rough the Secretary's office. He was uou iu m_s local anu wno nau paid answered that none had been taken *_u.uu on same ieq_e_i_ permission but that it was the intention to fol- 10 wuhoi-uw it. Upon motion granted low that policy from this time for- ana money o.aereu reiunaea. ward. Discussed by members Slat- Memoer j_i. _i. Allison was called ter, Nachbar and W. E. Williams. No beiore tne Board to settle a claim 01 action taken. Member Mark Morgans in tbe Secretary reports that he was not amount of 111.00. Allison made tne instrumental in having an article payment and thereby closed tne case, published In the Dally Province Music Upon motion the Secretary is Future Excuses From Meetings Upon motion the Board adopts the following resolution: "That where members give as the reason for their absence from a meeting or meetings that of Out-of-Town; the board will only consider same if the member is outside of the jurisdiction of this local (Nanaimo excluded)." Members are warned to lend strict adherence to this resolution, as it will be rigidly enforced. President Miller reports that some Upon motion tbe following officers are appointed as the Importation Committee: H. Stocker (chairman); W. E. Williams and A. W. Delamont. Upon motion, E. C. Miller, E. A. Jamieson and F. Fletcher are ap* pointed Editor. Managing Editor and Advertising Manager respectively of the B. C. Musician. Upon motion the Board resolves to meet every Friday at 10: SO a.m. Member Brown, leader at Pantages asks for ruling re playing on stage (Continued on page 8) page with regard to municipal band, directed to publish in the B. C. His reason for bringing this matter up Musician the report of the committee â¢!â¢^?JLâ?®â^C!L^if^e*uH was on account of some members appointed at the last meeting to in that the Board take some action with suggesting that he was the instigator vestigate the matter of classifying E"**!.'?, TeC°? "^^^^HJZl of this method of disposing of the School Rooms. band question. He (the secretary) Upon motion, Percy Clay is remov- Mr. Shelly, chairman of the Parks Board, with regard to Inability of the stated further that the article in ques- ed from the Exempt list and placed bands auring PrevloU8 8umm^r **- sons. After some considerable discussion the Board resolved not to Office during the. past year. Adjourned at 1:20 p.m. Regular Board Meeting. Jan. IS, 1925. Officers all present. Called to order at 10:80 a.m. President Miller in the chair. embarrass the band situation which the Board feels it rather delicate at this time. Upon motion the following accounts are ordered paid: Mltchell-Foley, stationery, $10.80; Labor Statesman, $4.00; Cowan & Brookhouse Ltd., account, B. C. Musician, $97.40; Steward Reports and Advancement fund slips, $68.37. The amount on account of the advancement fund to be taken from that account. C. White, auditor. $75.00 Appointment of Committees Upon motion, F. Fletcher is ap- â MR "THERE'S no W| A Witt your vt ' tion did not express his views in any m g»0<i standing for the privilege of cH-Tftii. ciccci- tin$r omc&iconiGiits Upon motion the outgoing mem- Upon motIon the Board sets the take any action at this time as It may â â ,, ~~ __ _â _.__ _r_r_ «Â»Â«lirt..i._fii. aIia ltd*./] aifiiorion _. nirin bers of the Board and the new offi- following prices for extra musicians cers are accorded a vote of thanks at the Kitsilano Theatre: Three for past services and welcome con- hours per evening, six evenings per fidence for the new year. week |25.00; single evenings of three Upon motion a special vote of hours each evening, $5.00 thanks is extended to President Mil- Sergeant-at-arms submits his week- lor for the conscientous and able y report. Upon motion, accepted, he * "led Mr8 Warne requests permission to play with Miss Grace Goddard's class pianist. The engagement is that of Miss Goddard's annual recital of dancing pupils. Upon motion granted. Doubling Upon motion the Board sets Mon- Due to a mis-understanding arts- day, Feb. 9, 1926 as the day in which pointed Sergeant-at-arms and organ- ing at the Get Acquainted Club the new law fbr members doubling lzer for the ensuing year, dances, between our Member M. H. shall come into effect. The secretary Upon motion the following officers Morgan and the managing committee j8 directed to make conspicuous no- are appointed delegates to the Van- of the club, the committee met the tlce of this action in the next issue couver Theatrical Federation: E. C. of the B. C. Musician. Upon motion the Secretary is directed to order renewal of bond for the Financial Secretary-Treasurer. Member H. Bott resigns as delegate to the T. & L. CouncU as he is employed on a Steamboat. Upon motion, accepted and president authorised to appoint a successor. Upon motion, Member V. R. Timms is given until March 1, 1925 in which to remit arrears. Member A. a Clarke whose transfer has expired, requests further time in which to remit this local's initiation fee. Upon motion, he Is required to pay $5.00 at this time and the balance at not less than $6.00 per month. Member C. Pearson reports that his claim against Member J. it. Peebles has been satisfied. Member Peebles having remitted the account. Member J. R. Peebles who had been called to the Board meeting, Sunday last, reported that his communication of notification did not arrive until Monday following the meeting but that he would call at local headquarters Saturday the 17th instant. Upon motion Mrs. Margaret Anderson Is granted an additional thirty days tn which to remit the total amount of her application fee. Members J. Chamberlain. F. Gorse. MEMBERS OF THE MUSICIANS' UNION Get your PRINTING DONEBTtST 1129 Howe St. Phone: Sey. 4490 Printers of the B. C. 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Kennedy, Manager ___ -mmmrn ^^mmm ""i :#i*:'; :y â â m 'â â â â â â - 'â â¢;â¢â ' 5 â y BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN MINUTES OF UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS (Continued from page 7) in that theatre in a prologue to be presented. Upon motion he is referred to section 17 of the price list which stipulates $2.00 per performance. Adjourned at 1.06 p.m. Rcglar Board Meeting. Jan. 25. 1925 '- Officers all present. Called to order at 10:30 a. m. President Miller in the chair. The case of the Get Acquainted Club vs. Member M. Morgan was again taken up at this time. Mr. Causton, and two members of' the Club Committee as weU as member Morgan of this Union were present. After further investigation and deliberation the Board resolves to sustain member Morgan In his claim for $18 being salary in lieu of notice for a cornet player he had engaged to fulfil an engagement under his leadership for the Get Acquainted Club. Upon motion the Transfer card of Victor Bonin, Local 247, Drums; is accepted. Sergeants at Arms submits his weekly report. Upon motion adopted. A communication from Member W. Stonehouse is read. It had to do with the action of this Board in demanding that he return a uniform to the Moose Lodge. Member Stonehouse desires that the case be referred to the next General Meeting. Member Rowland met the Board With regard to the Stage Employees demanding a crew of four men for his concerts at the Strand Theater. Member Rowland is advised that this Union can do nothing officially as the agreement between the A. F. of M. and the I. A. T. S. E. forbids the locals of one craft interfering with the conditions of employment of another. However, he is Informed that an application to the Stage Employees Local may bring better results than he had been able to obtain previously and that in the event of his failure to secure a favorable hearing from the Local then, as an .Employer he had a perfect right to appeal to the 1. A. T. S. E. International. Mr. Bartlett. representing the Victoria Road Community HSJl Association, along with member Mrs. K. V. Brown, met the Board to see if permission could be secured for her (Mrs. Brown) to play with some amateur musicians, members of the Community Club, for their functions. As the functions In question have an admission fee the Board rules the work competive and therefore denies permission. The Secretary la directed to communicate with the Officials of the Club. Application of Commercial Radio Ltd.. to pay the Hotel Vancouver Orchestra by the month is upon motion referred to the Secretary. Upon motion member Dan Green, who is a member of the B. C. Beekeepers Association, is granted permission to play solos at their annual concert TMs is-a non-competitive engagement. Application of member R. E. Woodman to play at a charity function under the auspices of the Canadian Daughters League Assembly, No. 8. Is upon motion referred to the Secretary With power to grant permission or otherwise. i Upon motion Mrs. J. Zeigler is removed from the Exempt List and reinstated with working privileges. Re the Commercial Radio Ltd. through the Sun Newspaper Office, broadcasting dance music by nonunion musician-. This matter is referred to the Secretary to negotiate an understanding with the Firm. The Secretary reports that mei j. K. Peebles had paid $5.00 on account ot bis arrears witn the B. C. ,-tusician. Upon motion he is given i ii my uays in which to remit tbe uaiance, *«.oo. Upon motion the l olio wing members were excused from meetings: A. J. Deane (permanent), F. Whit- temore (Jan.), A. Hey wood (Jan.), It. L. Gardener (permanent), A. Dickson (Jan.). Upon motion the following accounts were ordered paid: Cowan, Brookhouse Ltd., 53 cents; Mitchell- Foley Ltd.. $3.80; F. Fletcher, expenses, $4.55. Meeting adjourned at 1:10 p.m. Regular Board Meeting Jan., 30, 1995 Officers all present. Called to order at 10:80 a. m. President Miller in the chair. Secretary reads the report of the committee on the question of classifying schools. Upon motion referred to General Meeting. Sergeant at Arms reports being successful in unionising the Vulcan Iron Works employees dances. Other conditions fair. Upon motion accepted. Upon motion the Secretary is directed to write the management of the Pantages Theatre with reference to one of his acts broadcasting over the radio, namely the Anderson sisters on Jan., 29, 1925. Secretary reports meeting the manager of the Commercial Radio Ltd., with reference to their employing the "Sole Ticklers" a non-union orchestra. This is the same firm that employes the Hotel Vancouver Orchestra, Sunday evenings. Mr. Brown the manger had been invited to meet the Board. Upon motion the whole question is referred to the General Membership. Upon motion the Board grants Member Teasdale permission to pay only $10.00 this week on account of extra expense he is put- to. Member E. Cox reports that Member Stonehouse had returned the un- form to the Moose Lodge Upon motion communication, filed. Secretary reports granting permission to member R. E. Woodman to play with amateur orchestra for Daughters of Canada Lodge Function. Upon motion endorsed. Upon motion member Slatter Is excused from February meeting. Communication from Secretary Douglas of Seattle Local is upon motion referred to Benevolent Society. Secretary reports having granted permission to 7th Batt. Band to play for short period at the Disabled Soldiers at the Alexandra Dancing Academy recently. Upon motion endorsed. President Miller reported that he had directed the Secretary to attend the last meeting of the T. & L. Council and supply a substitute at his engagement. Upon motion action endorsed and account ordered paid. Accounts ordered paid: Vancouver Typewriter Co., $1.75; Hitchell-Foley Ltd., Office supplies. $21.90 ($3.50 of this account to be charged to B. C. Musician); Office table $6.76 and F. Fletcher. 2.SS. Mr. Steel, manager.of the Avenue Theatre, accompanied by Member R. T. Copely made application to have minimum reduced for his invitation performance at that Theater February 4, 1925. Upon motion the Board sets minimum at five men and insists that money must be paid must- dans before they commence work. Also that satisfactory settlement must he made with Stage Employees. Upon motion board seta Price for evenings alone at Pantages Theatre at $42.00 sidemen for 3% hours and $45.00 for 4 hours per evening by the week of six days. Adjourned at IS Noon. EDWARD JAM1 BRITISH COLUMBIA'S BEST 1 The Beer Without a Peer STRENGTH AND QUALITY GUARANTEED This advertisement is not published or displayed by The Liquor Control Board or by the Government of B. G. â 1044 GRANVILLE ST. VANCOUVER, B.C. LEWIS PIANO HOUSE LTD. âSole Agents Forâ -TA-jm-T.T. AHD WENDELL, LEWIS, MOZAET AHD BEETHOVEN PIANOS, PLAYER PIANOS AND GRANDS. PHONOLA PHONOGRAPHS AND RADIO SETS Exf^&SS NO INTEREST TRIAL COMMITTEE Meeting of the Trial Committee of Local 145, A. F. of M., held January 20, 1925, at 991 Nelson St Members present: W. B. McQueen (chairman), Leslie Grossmith, J. O. Hunt, A. J. Toevs, and Wm. Pilling. Meeting called to order at 11:05 a. m. This meeting was called to deal with the cases of E. Cox vs. A. Fraser and the Exectuive Board vs. E. Hawley. Case of Cox vs. Fraser Charges were preferred against Member A. Fraser by Member E. Cox for a breach of good faith and fair dealing in that he did on the 9th day of December, 1924, receive from, after soliciting Nunn and Thompson, money amounting to $8.00 for services at the funeral of David Lew; that he did so without any consent permission or sanction. Resolved that member Fraser be found guilty and that he be find $8.00 (the price of the engagment) and also that he repay member Cox the amount owing him within thirty days. Case of Executive Board vs. Hawley Charges were preferred against member E. Hawley for a breach of good faith and fair dealing In that he did not fulfil his recent engagement at the Strand Theatre according to the principles and rulings of this union. This charge was preferred by the Board due to a complaint having come to their attention from member G. E. Metcalfe. Members Metcalfe and Hawley both present. Finding of the committee: Resolved that member E. Hawley be found guilty of a violation of Article 19, Section 3 of the Constitution and By-laws of Local 145, and that he pay a fine in the amount of $25.00; and also that he refund to .the Strand Theatre management (through the office of this union) a sum in the' amount of $7.30, which rightfully belongs to said theatre. 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