CONTENTdm
W. Blakemore
application/pdf
I; j > T " K,> .* Victoria Edition |[ I nriÂ»nnnnrÂ« 8 rrrrrirffTnnnnnnnr L Kingsford Smith & Co. Stock and General AUCTIONEERS Commission and Real Estate Agents. lo Â£ WO Granville, Vancouver. UUU. o.t.8.8 .ttAJUUUAJUliaJUUUUtJU The ri-SBVVIVSBBItl'XVTVl-NWF o~Stewart WilUaÂ«Â« I R.CJaalon s : WILUAMS & JANION AUCTIONEERS COMMISSION MD â ML ESTATE AGISTS Si FORT ST. VICTOIIA, B. C. a British Columbia Review, ^JglM, B. ^ JWÂ»_t.ttttÂ«ttmmiMÂ«J Published at Vietoria aad Vancouver B. C. Vot. IV. No. 50 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 1908 One Dollar Per Annum I A Progressive Ticket THE flUNICIPAL ELECTIONS whicli take place on the 16th inst., are the most important in the historv of Victoria. Tlie Capital City has reached the parting of the ways, VANCOUVER ISLAND IS ON THE EVE OF EXPANSION AND DEVELOPMENT to an extent hitherto undreamt of. This era of prosperity has already been heralded by the initiation of great enterprises, which include railway building designed within a few years to continue the E. & N. Eailway from Wellington to the north end of the Island; branches reaching Alberni and other points on the AÂ¥est coast and traversing Cowichan Valley. Mining has received an impetus which has already established new camps on the East and West coasts, as well as on nearby islands. The bulk of the available TIMBER LANDS on Vancouver Island have been taken up, and the policy of the Government is to ensure their speedy development. In addition - the CANADIAN PACIFIC RAIL AV AY have undertaken a gigantic scheme for CLEARING LAND, and have further indicated their opinion of the future of Vancouver Island by erecting one of the finest Hotels in the West, and projecting an outlay of $1,000,000 on railway terminals and equipment. M This is Victoja's Opportunity. If the old Capital is not to lose its position of influence as well as its material prosperity it must cut loose from the past and face the future. The day has gone by for a City Council of the calibre of that which has mis-managed affairs so disastrously under the control of Mayor Morley. A Council' whicli has allowed the City to become a* by-word and a reproach through NEGLECT OF SANITATION, STREET SERVICE AND AN ADEQUATE WATER SUPPLY, cannot be cou|||k1 upon to deal with the larger requirements of a City such as Victoria ought to be and will be if it keeps pace with the development of the Island. m K Mayor Morley has shown himself to be a JMooth politician, and has skilfully solved the problem of "running with the hare and hunting with the hounds," but he has clone nothing towards the advancement u- the City, has not initiated one necessary public work. After two years of service, in which he has been supported bv a majority of the present Council, the first step yet remains to be taken towards giving Victoria water and sanitation. ON ITS RECORD THE PRESENT COUNCIL STANDS CONDEMNED. ITS POLICY WAS OF THE SIZE OF LITTLE PUDLINGTONâ IT HAD NO FAITH IN THE FUTURE OF VICTORIA, AND HAS SHAPED ITS COURSE ACCORDINGLY. THE CITIZENS PROGRESSIVE PARTY a fully representative body, including men of all political parties, has selected a ticket upon the sole consideration of PERSONAL QUALIFICATION, believing that the men who have made a success of their own business are most likely to make a success of the City's. Every loyal citizen of Victoria is urged rider the importance of the present crisis and to supportâ MAYOR, DR. LEWIS HALL ALDERMEN No. I Ward. W. liable and A. Watson. No. 2 Ward. R. Hall and A. M. Bannerman. No. 3 Ward. J. Kingham ALDERMEN. No. 4 Ward. F. Pauline and A. McKeown No. 5 Ward. W. Q. Cameron and A. Henderson THEIR RETURN SPELLS PROSPERITY FOR VICTORIA J "â *â ?â !"â T THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, igo8. Pantagruel Peppergrass. The "Old Lady of Broad Street," I has, throughout the past summer, persistently trumpeted the "shortage of labor," and as unceasingly bellowed the advantages British Columbia pos- cesses for the immigrant. That this widespread roaring anent the shortage of labour was a fallacy, is shown in the present state of affairs both here and in Vancouver, where large numbers of mechanics, of various degrees of skill, of many trades, are out of work, out of money, and in most cases with families to support, either here or elsewhere, and no prospect ahead of work or money from any other source. Even many old hands are idle, good tried men, there is actually nothing to do. Take the building trade. In spite of the "fa-tt that the "Old Lady" each week tells us of the many building permits issued, I would be willing to wager that an advertisement for carpenters would be sought by ioo men before 24 hours; bricklayers, 50; plasterers are scarce, but 25 painters would come to the front. This is only one industry as it were. Many other trades are largely represented by the workless army in our town, to say nothing of those who have no special trade or calling. The "Old Lady" gloats over the fact that "only 550" applied for work in Vancouver, ! and because of this, roasts Vancouver for exaggerating. But since that rush . of unemployed into Vancouver, many have scattered about, working at anything to put food into their mouths, and the worst view of the working man's condition right now in midwinter that can be taken, is none too bad. Who then is responsible? Papers like the "Old Lady," which boosted the country and induced a rush of labor seeking immigrants without there being any substantial support for this population upon their arrival. What is there for the 5,000 the Minister of Interior is arranging for 'frojji England? What for 1,400 labouring men the Salvation Army is bringing out? Can the Minister, the Army, and the "Old Lady" provide these men with continuous work? Have they arranged for permanent industries on a large scale so that this influx will be provided for? No! Then it were better that the "Old Lady" devote its senile mind to inducing men of means to come out, invest and start industries of a permanent nature, before tempting the poor, dollarlcss workman with fairy tales of gold- paved streets. Christmas has come and gone. The small boy rends the tortured airâ and people's tortured ears--with the â¢discordant cacophony of musical (?) toys. Doctors are busy, and the price of effervescent salts has risen considerably, with the supply running short. Deep mourning drapes the erstwhile cheerful turkey pens, and an air of gloom is evident in the solemn droop of the bills of surviving ducks. Holly trees are denuded, and bear the appearance of having been stricken with a plngue, and most houses smell of fir boughs and fire crackers. During the fortnight preceding the Day, the bills of many of retail business people drooped as sadly as those of aforesaid ducks, but today, Thursday, these appendages have assumed the reverse upward angle, for despite the lugubrious head-shakings and portents of a poor Christmas trade, tightness of' money, bad weather, etc., Tuesday last beamed fine, purchasers trooped out in force, stockings and bill books were loosened tip, and the trade done was as large, if not larger, than ever before. A good index of the amount of business done may be seen in the depleted windows of the flower stands today. Flowers are dear at this season; moreover, they are not articles of strict necessity; they do not fill the inner man, neither do they clothe the outer, and in these respects must be classed strictly as luxuries. People in straitened circumstances during hard times, do not buy luxuries, yet the immense stocks of flowers and plants carried by the different stands in the city on Tuesday were almost entirely wiped out, showing that there is plenty of money in town, and that people are not afraid to spend at the proper time. There is a body of public servants in town which seems to be quite un- thought of by the majority, and whose labours in the festive season are the hardest. I allude to the mail carriers. These poor fellows are hard at it from early morning to late at night, laden with heavy bundles of mail, forced to go their rounds in any and all weathers. Their beats are mostly far too extensive under any circumstance, and during Christmas and other holiday seasons, the work is too much by far for the strength and endurance of the average man. I hope this may meet the eye of those who in power be, and that it may be the means of causing a better state of affairs. It seems as though the city fathers do make strenuous strainings at the proverbial gnat. If the comfort and convenience of the public is a live issue, why do they permit the evil habit of people bunching together in the public thoroughfares, to the inconvenience of everyone passing? Women meetâgenerally with perambulators and their crying contents, from mother's meetings on the sidewalks, and effectually block traffic at those points, unless passers-by choose to wade through the sloughs of the street. Young men, upon whose cigarette sodden features the word "Hoodlum" is writ in exceedingly large letters, also are fond of incommoding passengers by foregathering on crowded sidewalks. If such people must gossip, whether it be about teething infants, neighbours' shortcomings, spicy scandals, or, in the cases of the young men, making inane and disrespectful remarks about young women acquaintances, let the evil be practised at home, or in some portion of the city where law-abiding citizens will not be troubled by thc nuisance. It is bad enough to be bumped into by some chap walking on his wrong side, a practice generally credited to the farmer class, which, if correct, serves to show that there are an abnormally large number of countrymen among our city youth. The blockades referred to were especially noticeable and aggravating on Christmas eve, when the streets were unusually crowded. Sharp Practice. Andre Autard, who makes John D. Rockefeller's wigs, is a plump and elegant Frenchman, with thin black hair, a rich black mustache and black and sparkling eyes. M. Autard has a shop in the best quarter of Paris. Here all the.world goes to be shaved, ondulated, massaged. And here an American talked to the great hairdresser about the exorbitant duty that Mr. Rockefeller had to pay on his last wig. "It was sharp practice," said M. Autard, in the fluent English that he learned in London. "To compel Mr. Rockefeller to pay such a duty was hardly honest. Sharp practice it was âlike the way I was treated in my apprenticeship. "When I was learning barbering, I applied for a post in London. The patron engaged me at a certain wage, and at the end of our talk said: " 'Of course, it is understood that you speak both French and English.' " 'Yes, sir," I responded quickly, 'and Dutch also.' " 'We have no dealings with Dutchmen here,' said he, 'therefore I will take one-third off that salary.'" His Fatal Mistake. FredâSo she turned you down, eh? JoeâYes. I made the mistake of confessing that my heart was in my mouth when I proposed. FredâWhat had that to do with it? JoeâOh, she said she couldn't think of marrying a man whose heart wasn't in the right place. The Merchants Bank Canada Established 1864. Capital, fully paid $6,000,000 Reserve Funds 4,000,000 Head Office: Montreal Banking By Mail. Deposits and withdrawals can be made by mail; no delay, and will receive prompt attention. Savings Bank Department. Interest allowed quarterly at highest current rate. Victoria Branch: R. F. TAYLOR, Manager. Y. W. C. A. 1208 Government Street VICTORIA. Reading and rest rooms, lunch and tea rooms. Instruction in English, French, Music, Physical Culture, Needlework, Domestic Science, etc. Bible Class. Social evening every Wednesday. Y. M. C. A. A home for young men away from home. Comfortable Reading Room, Library, Game Room, Billiards, Hot and Cold Shower Baths, Gymnasium and efficient instruction. Manitoba Free Press on file for Middle West visitors. 40 BROAD STREET VICTORIA The Taylor Limited. Co. All kinds of Building Material, LUMBER SASH DOORS TELEPHONE 564 North Qovernment St., Victoria Best Buy. BEST BUT IN VICTORIA OF BUSINESS PROPERTY. WITH WATER FRONTAGE ON JAMBS BAY. Double Corner on Wharf and Qovernment streets, with 100 feet water frontage on James Bay. This property has the Post Office to the North, the 0. P. R. Hotel to the Bast, Parliament Buildings to the South, and a Steamship Company's wharf to the West of lt. As an Hotel Site the situation of these lots ls unrivaled ln the City of Victoria, hundred of thousands of dollars have been spent ln valuable Improvements on all sides of them by the Provincial Qovernment, the City Council and the C. P. R. Price $52,500. Easy terms can be arranged with deferred payments bearing Interest at 7 per cent. For further particulars apply to A. O. P. FRANCIS, Broker. 610 Fender Street, VANCOUVER. B. C. ST. ANDREW'S COLLEGE TORONTO A Rasldcatlal aaa Day School lor Boy. Handsome New Buildings. Larg" Athletic Field. Carelul Oversight in 2very Department. First Class Staff. Lower and Upper School. Buys prepared for the Universiiies and Business. Calendar sent on Request. Rev.D.Bruce Macdonald,M.A.,LL.D- Principal Re-opens after Xmas on Jan. 8th, 1908. The SILVER SPRING BREWERY, Ltd. BREWERS OF ENGLISH ALE AND STOUT The Highest Grade Malt and Hops Used in Manufacture. PHONE 893. VICTORIA WHY NOT HAVE THE BEST THE REPUTATION OF James Buchanan & Co'sSCOTCH WHISKIES Is world-wide, and stands for the BEST that can tie produced. The following brands are for sale by all the leading dealers: RED SEAL BLACK AND WHITE ROYAL HOUSEHOLD VERY OLD LIQUEUR SCOTCH RADIGER & JANION, Sole Agents for B.C. CHRISTMAS GOODS Ward's Safety Razors Curley Ideal Safety Razors Whiltt's Razor Strops I. X. L. Carving Sets I. X. L. Pocket Cutlery Boker's Pocket Cutlery I. X. L. Table Cutlery All in great variety and at right prices FOR SALE BY _i e. g. prior & ee., LTD. LTY. VICTORIA, VANCOUVER, KAMLOOPS, VERNON. Established 1867 B. C. Funeral Furnishing Co. 52 Uovernment St., Victoria, B. C. Charles Hayward, President F. Caselton, Manager. We make a specialty of Undertaking and Embalming. An experienced certificated staff available at all times, day and night. Phones Nos. 48, 305, 404 or 594, Victoria. ' The Y. B. 6. Novelty Works ram AJTTXQUS. ABTISTIO AXD ABCKXTEOTUBAi; SBSiamo WOBK MADE to obdeb. I am now ready to fulfil any orders (or all kinds of Banks, Stores, Offices, Churches, Barber Shops and Hotel Bar Fixtures and Furniture. 1000 drwwUli Street :i _ 11 11 11 T.-UIOOWTEB, B. O. T. LeCAXB, Proprietor. Investigate the "Cushman" Har ine fiotor As good as the best. Cheaper than the rest. BAXTER & JOHNSON 811 Qovernment Street Victoria, B. C. .H" THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908 111 Â¥ 1 Contemptible Tactics The Week has on many occasions voiced public sentiment in condemna- j ion of the hypocricy and double 'dealing of the Toronto Globe. It was one of the first Western papers to point out that since that once reputable journal fell into the hands of the Toronto gang of boodlers, headed by Senators Cox and Jaffray, it abandoned whatever principles it had, and has acquired the reputation of being the most unscrupulous political organ in Canada. The Week has said this again and again in so many words, and has supported its argument with chapter and verse. It canont therefore, conceal its gratification that in these latter days a Daniel has come to judgment in the person of the editor of the Nelson Daily News. The Daily News is, as everyone knows, a Liberal paper. It has been consistent in its Liberalism, which is more than the Globe can say; those who have differed from it most on political grounds, have always conceded its ability and skill, together with an occasional independence upon matters not too distinctly political. In its issue of Saturday last it has an editorial which so exactly expresses what The Week has maintained for nearly two years that no apology is necessary for reproducing it. The fact that the Daily News, of all papers, which is better acquainted with the tactics of Cox and Jaffray, than any other Western journal, should feel called upon to speak so plainly, is indeed a sign of the times and a circumstance upon which Editor Deane is to be congratulated. "The recent mayoralty campaign in Toronto witnessed probably the most cowardly and contemptible attack upon a candidate for civic office on record in the history of Canadian municipal politics. "Dr. Beattie Nesbitt, the Tory nominee and notable chiefly because of his vigor as a party organizer, incurred the hostility of thc Globe, and that once honored newspaper descended to the depths of raking up an old scandal in which the doctor was concerned, and published the story with a wealth of detail and comment that would havc done credit to the vilest yellow journal extant. "Some eighteen months ago Dr.' Beattie Nesbitt was a visitor in Stratford, and to put it bluntly, 'got on a spree' and made an exhibition of himself in a well-known restaurant, from which h e was ejected. The Globe learned of the facts at the time, but said nothing about the case because Dr. Nesbitt was not then in public life. When Dr. Nesbitt recovered from his spree he amply apologized to those he had offended amd paid the damages demanded of him by the restaurant proprietor in whose vesort he had created a disturbance. "On the eve of the election in Toronto the Globe raked up this miserable story and published it under display headlines on its front page. "Whether or not the publication of this story and any material effect on the election we cannot say, but if Toronto electors wcre not all besmirched with the hypocrisy that characterizes the Toronto Globe, they would havc rallied to thc doctor's support as one man and elected him mayor as a rebuke to an organ that at one time enjoyed the respect of every Canadian, irrespective of party leanings. "It is a somewhat pitiful commentary upon this exhibition of pettiness and yellow journalism on the part of a leading Canadian newspaper like the Globe to have to note that its editor is a minister of the Gospel, who ever since his retirement from the pulpit to occupy the editorial chair, has felt caled upon to exercise his privileges as a clergyman and to preach to a Canadian congregation. "Truly the Globe has fallen from its high estate." Victoria City Auditorship. This matter is once more brought prominently to our notice and that of the public of Victoria by reason of the' fact that Mr. Raymur has requested to be relieved of the duties of the City Auditor in order that he may be able to devote all his energies to those attaching to the post of the Water Commissioner. His request has been granted and it will be up to the incoming Council to appoint his successor as City Auditor. During the last few years Victoria has grown very rapidly and there can be no question that its population is still increasing by leaps and bounds, and it therefore becomes more and more necessary that only the best men should be appointed as the heads of its several municipal departments. The time has passed by when any one individual, no matter how great his merits may be, can do either himself or the city justice by fulfilling the onerous duties attaching to two such positions. The post of City Auditor is no sinecure and it is perfectly ridiculous to expect any man whose time is so fully occupied as that of the Water Commissioner to be also responsible for the Municipal Accounts. The anomaly of one man serving a Corporation in a dual capacity has long been recognised in England and we feel sure is also recognised here by all level-headed business men, and the new Council will be well advised if they insist on an outside Chartered Accountant being appointed the City Auditor. Taking into consideration the present population of Victoria and the fact that the Corporation does not own its street cars, gas ore electric lighting systems, it is hardly conceivable that there can be sufficient work to keep the City Auditor employed during every day of the year, but, on the other hand, the many improvements which are being undertaken by the City Fathers and the variety of their sources of Income and Expenditure makes it absolutely necessary to have the accounts audited by an expert who would also be able to serve the Finance Committee in the capacity of Consultant. In connection with the above it is interesting to note that at the Council Meeting held on December 23rd the resolution proposed by Alderman Fell calling for an audit of the City's accounts for the year ending Dec. 31st. ulto., by an outside Accountant, was eventually passed and already the City Clerk has advertised for applications for doing this work. If, as contended by Mr. Fell, certain expenditures have been made which were never authorised, the need for such an independent audit requires no further emphasis, but, apparently, it is the intention of the learned Aldermen to have the appointment of the auditor made under section 94 of the Municipal Clauses Act, that is to say it is to partake of the character of a voluntary audit, and the duties of an auditor appointed under this section are not specifically recited. On thc other hand if the appointment were made by the Lieuten- ant-Governor-in-Ccmncil under power contained in sections 95 et seq of the Municipal Clauses Act, both the powers and duties of the auditor and of the Council and Corporation Officers towards the auditor are specifically laid down, but we take it that such a drastic course is not necessary in thc present case and that whoever may be appointed to make the investigation will be endowed with the fullest possible powers for the adequate performance of his task, and will be called upon to make a detailed report to the Council upon the financial administration during the last municipal year. Jack London and "The Road." In "The Road," London has given us a unique work, as valuable to the student as it is interesting to the lay reader. It ic a fragment of autobiographyâvhe story of the period in the author's life when, a young fellow of eighteen, he took to the road as a tramp. It has no literary pretentiousness; on the contrary, it reads as if London had "let himself go" and written of his experiences as he might talk of them to an intimate friend. It is plain enough from this recital that London drifted into the life of the hobo from sheer high spirits and love of adventure. He was no more than a boy in years. His sense of responsibility was slight and his love of a free life correspondingly great. In the months covered by this narrative he lived the life of the ordinary tramp, making his way from place to place on freight trains and "blind baggages," begging his food, and sleeping wherever night overtook him. More than once he must have suffered keenly from cold and hunger. He was arrested as a vagrant, and in one of the most interesting portions of the book, describes his life in prison and his associates there. He frankly confesses that in all this he was not a sociologist looking for material, but a healthy youngster in search of adventure. The sociological interest came later, and his views of society have uodnubtedly been influenced by what he learned during that experience; but of this there is little in his book. His well-known advocacy of socialism, for instance, is not obtruded. There is nothing theoretical about "The Road," and this is at once its value and its interest. Merely as the narrative of a strange phase of life it is not easy to recall anything to equal this book. It is literally a section taken out of a life, and its merit is after all largely due to personality. It has often been remarked that London's stories of the North and of wild elemental life have the actuality of historical fact. Here is a narrative of fact that has the movement and the vividness of fiction. Sure Indication. HeâYou cannot always tell how much a man has by the clothes he wears. SheâNo, but you can by the clothes his wife wears. Plenty of Wind. "What d'ye say ye wuz lookin' fer. mister?" "Local atmosphere." "You hit the right place. We're in the heart of the cyclone belt." One woman spent four hours during the panic in New York trying to get her money out of a bank. By the time she reached the paying teller's window she was told that her account was overdrawn by $23. Reversible Alimony. A judicial decision which rivals some of Sancho Panza's rulings in his island, is reported from Valparaiso, in the correspondence of a German newspaper. The case was that of the wife of a fisherman and coastwise sailor who was deserted by her husband shortly before the birth of their first child. The woman complained to the authorities and the police were ordered to keep a lookout for the truant. They got him after a few months, and he was haled before the alcalde and confronted with his wife, who carried the baby in her arms. The facts in the case were undeniable; the defendant did not attempt to deny them. It seemed as if nothing remained for the magistrate but to'assess the amount of alimony. He paused, however, and reflected solemnly for a while. Then he asked the young woman: "What was your occupation before you married this man?" "I was a servant girl, Excellency," she replied. "And what used you to earn in those days?" "Ten pesos a month, sir." "How have you supported yourself since your husband disappeared?" "Since the birth of my boy, Excellency, I have taken a situation as a wet nurse." "And what may be your wages in that position?" "Thirty pesos a month, your honour." "Ah, so! Well, it seems to me the merits of this case are very plain. In becoming the husband of this young woman the prisoner has tripled her capacity for earning a livelihood. He has plainly conferred a great benefit upon her, for which it is only fitting that he should bc compensated. I therefore rule that she shall pay him every month ten pesos by way of honorarium; this still leaves her twice as well off as she was before her marriage. Next case!" OAMA-XAX MOmO JftUSWAT BSIT1II COLUMBIA COAST BXBTICX. FBOM TAVCOVTSBâ For Vietoriaâ8.8. Princess Victoria, 1 o'elock p.m. dally. For NanaimoâS.S. Joan, dally except Sunday, at l:lÂ» o'clock p. m. For Skagway and Ketchikan, Alaska, calling: at Prlnct Rupert, Port Essington and Port SimpsonâPrincess Hay, Hay 19, 29, t p. m. For Northern B. C. PortsâS.S. Amur, 2nd and 16th of every month, 8 p.m. Calls at Skidegate first trip of month and Bella Coola second trip of month. FBOH VICTOBIAâ For VancouverâS.S. Princess Victoria, 1 o'clock a. m., dally. For SeattleâS.S. Princess Beatrice, 1:10 a. m., dally, except Honday. For West Coast, Vancouver Islandâ S.S. Tees, 11 p. m., lst, 7th, 14th of each month, for Clayoquot and Mos- culto Harbor; 20th of each month fer Cape Scott, Quatsino, Ahouset and way ports, FBOH SEATTLEâ For VictoriaâS.S. Princess Beatrice, 11:10 p.m., dally, except Honday. For ratea and passage, apply at Company's Offices, TIOTOBIA VAJTOOtrVEB. Victoria FRUIT and Farm Lands Write for "Home List" and information. R. S. DAY and BEAUMONT BOGGS Realty Brokers. 620 FOBT STBEET II TIOTOBIA. THOMAS OATTBBALL Builder and Oeseral Oeatraoter. Tenders glvei. on Brick, Htone an Frame, Alterations, Parquetry Floorlni Office, Bank, Store and Saloon Flttlngi Pile Driving, Wharves and Dock Shed constructed and repaired. TIOTOBIA. BOND SIGN CO. VANCOUVER Signs ELECTRIC BOARD METAL BULLETIN GLASS COTTON SHOW CARD I TRAVELLERS' GUIDE VICTOBIA STRAND HOTEL I VICTORIA Tbe home nl nil theatrical and rauderI artists while in tbe Capital city, also ofl other kindred bohemians. I WRIQHT & FALCONER, ProprletsrsJ CAMBORNE The Eva Hotel CAMBORNE, B. C. Headquarters for mining men and commercial travellers. JOHN A. THEW, Proprletoij BANFF, ALTA Hotel King Edwarc Banff's Most Popular f2 a Day Hc Close to Station and Sulphur Baths. N. K. LUXTON, Proprietor. PHOENIX. Deane's Hotel PHOENIX, B. C. New. Modern hot water system. Ble lighted. Tub aad shower baths and laund connection. The miners' home. â¢â¢ DANNY " DEANE, Proprletfl Our Store HAS A FINE LINE OF HIGH CLASS TOILET ARTICLES. , We have just imported a fine assortment of French and English Hair Brushes. SEE THE NEW-SHAPED WHALEBONE BRUSH. USE BOWES' BUTTERMILK TOLIET LOTION FOR CHAPPED HANDS. Cyrus H. Bowes CHEMIST Government Street, near Yates St. VICTORIA, B. C. ROSSLAND ^ In up-to-date styles. Estimates and designs furnished. Hoffman House ROSSLAND, B. C. Rates fi.oo per day and up. Cafe ] Connection. GREEN & SHITH. Prop's. NELSON. HOTEL HUME I NELSON, B. C, Leading Hotel of tbe Kootenays. J. FRED HUME, - Propriety Silver King Hoteq NELSON. B. C. The home ol the Industrial Workers of the Kootenays. W. E. HcCandlish, â Proprii Royal Hotel NELSON, B. C. The Best Family Hotol in the City. $1.00 a day. Mrs. Wm. Roberts, Proprietn EMPRES! Drug Hall. Our Tonic Bitters is a Preventative of Grippe. 0E0. A. FRASEJ 30 & 32 Qovernment St. VICTORIA. BEDDING PLANTS I Cbeap Prices. Get our price list. Johnston's Seed Store! City Market VICTORIA THE WEEK, SATURDAY JANUARY n, 1908 tr u u â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ â¦ The opinion expressed by Capt. Walbran in a recent issue of the Colonist, that it is perfectly safe for ships like 1 The "Lusitania" to Dock at Alberni confirms our statement that Alberni will be one of the largest ports on the Coast. Alberni Lots Are Now on the Market and Are Selling. life. Don't Wait for the Excitement Before Buying. When the excitement comes you ought to be able to take advantage of it. Events during the next few months will prove that Alberni is to be a Great City, and that we know it. IF YOU HAVE NOT BOUGHT A FEW LOTS DO SO NOW. HERBERT CUTHBERT & CO. Victoria, Alberni, and Vancouver Island Real Estate .- TINBER AND MINES. Phone 1610 616 Fort St., Victoria -. KUBELIK. I am sorry that neither the Colonist nor the Times thought it worth while to give that attention to the Kubelik concert which it deserved. Although the occasion was unique in the history of Victoria musical entertainments no arrangements were made for an expert report of the concert by a competent musical critic, nor wcre such reports as did appear afforded the prominence which the occasion demanded. It is a reproach to a city which is musically strong, and whicli has two excellent organizations, thc Victoria Musical Society and the Arion Club, that when the greatest living violinist, and probably the greatest since Paganini visited the city, the description of his work is left to ordinary reporters who, however excellent in their own lines would be the last to claim the slightest knowledge of music. This explains why neither report docs justice to Kubelik, and why a high class artistic performance is described in the same phraseology as would be used in writing up a prize fight or a baseball match. .. Both reports undertake to say that he excelled in technique and execution, and that his playing lacked soul, and as one critic sapiently remarks "humanity," whatever that may mean. We are told that one of his encores, which happened to havc a vein of humour running through it, was more acceptable; which is readily understood. In describing Traumerie, the last selection, one reporter becomes poetic probably because, as he says, it is a composition which everyone knows. It was played with " a grace and charm of expression that fell up on the audience somewhat as the perfume falls from a bower of roses." Finally we are assured that "Kubelik is undoubtedly an artist, a great artist. He will be a greater artist by and by, for there is a soul behind those dreamy eyes, but it has not yet been awakened; when it does awaken it will have a new message for the world." Kubelik is over thirty years of age. He is most happily married and has four beautiful children; he lives an idyllic home life and is notoriously the happiest of men. In view of these facts, which are usually considered to be conducive to soul awakening, it is a little difficult to understand what the reporter was aiming at, and it would be interesting to know what awakens the soul if love does not. Possibly the reporter is a reader of Trine and has discerned that Kubelik is not "in tune with the Infinite." It has been my happy fortune to hear all the great violinists for forty years, but I would not undertake to offer the slightest criticism of Kubelik. He is an admitted master and we must bow to the universal decision of thc highest experts who alone are competent to express an opinion. They have agreed that he is without a peer. In comparing him with other great players, tliere are manifest differences for instance he has less breadth than Joachim and less tone than Sarasatc. In comparing musical performers it must be remembered that a combination of qualities have to be considered and it is he who excels in the most who must be considered the greatest. Thc English and German critics have not commented adversely or any of Kubelik's characteristics. They concede him knowledge of technique, brilliance of execution, sureness of attack and quality of tone. In one or other of all these leading features, all the great violinists since Paganini have been admittedly deficient. Madame Norman-Neruda excelled in tone, but she was far behind the others mentioned in technique and execution. Sarasate was most brilliant in execution and at times he seemed to tear the soul out of the instrument, but he was erratic and consequently at times disappointing. Joachim, the greatest German violinist, was indeed a master, and it is doubtful if even Kubelik will have as consistently brilliant a career even if he remains before the public as long. Until the star of Sarasate arose Joachim was still the undisputed master after thirty years of service, but Joachim whilst perfect in his technique ancl dazzling in his execution had often-times an uncertain attack, and could not be counted on for pure tone. Taking him altogether and without pretending to criticize his recent programme in detail, it must be admitted that on Tuesday night Victoria had thc opportunity of listening to one of the greatest violinists of the last hundred years, a musician whom it would be absurd to criticise. His reception was enthusiastic, and as only a small minority of the audience could possibly appreciate his wonderful technique it must have been tone which appealed to them, and therefore his playing could not have lacked the colour which the reporters professed to miss. What surprises me most is that the Victoria Musical Society should have succeeded in bringing so great an artist to the city. Their enterprise is beyond all praise, and the credit of its success must be divided among the members of the committee who backed the enterprise with good judgment and hard work. But as everyone knows the greatest credit belongs to Mr. Geo. Phillips, whose labours for the Victoria Musical Society are beyond all praise. In season and out of season, in face of adverse criticism and discouragement where he had every right to expect support, he has persevered until he must feel that his prolonged efforts have been crowned with success in having secured for his patrons an artist at whom no musician could cavil. I am sure from what I know of the indefatigable Secretary that his satisfaction is the greatest because while he has registered a financial success, he has at the same time achieved fat- greater musical success. MOMUS. Mr. J. W. Bolden. The latest candidate for the honours of school trusteeship is Mr. J. W. Bolden, than whom there is no more consistent and respected citizen in Victoria. Mr. Bolden represents the largest and most important section of the community and should be elected. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle, of Victoria, B. C, Merchant, and James H. McLauchlan, of Victoria, B. C, Contractor, intend to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 3âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to the west of Robinson's Bight, on a small unnamed creek, being the northwest corner post; thence south 160 chains; thence cast 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. June 13, 1907. JAMES HASTIE, Jan 11. James H. McLauchlan. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle, of Victoria, B. C, Merchant, and James H. McLauchlan, of Victoria, B. C, Contractor, intend to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 4âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to the west of Robinson's Bight, on a small unnamed creek, being the northeast corner post; thence west 80 chains; thence soutli 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. June 14, 1907. JAMES HASTIE, Jan 11. James H. McLauchlan. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Cassiar. TAKE NOTICE that William Rose, of Ingei-sol, Ont., Merchant, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described land: Commencing at a post planted about two miles south of Refuge Bay, on the west coast of Porcher Island and at the northwest eorner of lot 1282, Cassiar district; thence east SO chains; thence north 20 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south following coast line to point of commencement, containing 160 acres. WILLIAM ROSS. Jan 11. A. O. Noake, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that Francis Joseph Alma Green, of Quatsino, B. C, occupation Prospector, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of Lot 192, at the Narrows, Quatsino Sound, thence east about 35 chains to northeast corner of Lot 192; thence north about 120 chains to the southern boundary of the Indian reserve; thence west to the shore of Narrows; thence south along the shore to point of commencement; 640 acres, more or less. December 16, 1907. FRANCIS JOSEPH ALMA GREEN. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2. TAKE NOTICE that George Young and Arthur Bell, of Victoria, B.C., timber dealers, Intend to apply for tho right to purchase the following described lands in Kildalla Bay, Rivers Inlet:âCommencing at a post planted on the east side of the bay, about one- third of a mile from the point at the mouth of the bay, being the southwest corner post; thence east 20 chains; thence north 20 chains; thence west 20 chains to beach; thence south along beaeh to point of commencement; containing 40 acres, more or less. Staked November 25th, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG & ARTHUR BELL, Jan. 11 George Young, Agent. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908. ', JVotes on Provincial News A Rejected Award. It is greatly to be regretted that ,e workmen at the St. Eugene mine, loyie, could not see their way to accept the award recently made by the Arbitration Board. Out of 350 members only 244 voted, and of these only ^line were in favor of the award. The principal ground of iegret is that thc /first recognition of the principle of a sliding scale should not have resulted more favourably. The Week has ever since the formation of the Conciliation Board under the Lemieux Act, contended that its logical corollary was a sliding scale to regulate wages It is just that wages should vary with the profit of the employer, ancl his profit varies with the selling price of his product; add to this a minimum wage below which the workmen?s remuneration must not fall, whatever the selling price of the commodity, and something approaching an ideal method has been attained. Because the men of Moyie have rejected the first award, it need not be concluded that the principle *s defeated; the grovnd of objection is simply that the proposed scale was too low, and also that there was nothing definite to indicate when the scale for normally favourable operating conditions shall come into effect. When these objections l'ac been met, as no doubt, they will, we shall probably see the initiation of a sliding scale system which will be as beneficial in Canada as it has been for many years in England. not P. Burns' fault. He gave orders that any family that could not afford the price were to be given a turkey for the asking. By this means P. Burns brought happiness into many homes in the cities of Nelson and Calgary. Bank Amalgamation. One of the most important occurrences of the week and one of the most potent in its influence upon Western Canada is the amalgamation of the Northern and Crown Banks; perhaps it would be more correct to say the purchase of the latter by the former. The splendid success which the Northern Bank has attained in little more than a year, the popularity of its officers, the soundness of its business methods, and the intelligence with which it has dealt with business conditions, have made their mark and any move which consolidates the position of such a prosperous institution cannot but be of public interest. The acquisition of the Crown Bank, with its twenty-four branches in Ontario, will greatly extend the operations of the new concern, giving it altogether no less than sixty-seven branches. The only thing that occurs to the casual observer is that $3,000,000 is not sufficient capital to swing so large an institution. Twice the amount would easily find employment if the policy hitherto adopted by the Northern Bank is to be continued. Merry Masquerade. The Week has many times commented upon thc courage displayed by the Princetonites. No outpost of Western Canada has held its ground more tenaciously or more patiently than this little ville at the junction of the Tulameen and the Similkameen; time flies and it will soon be twenty years since its foundation, â¢v'uring all that time it has been cast* ig eager eyes Eastward and straining jits cars to catch the first sound of â the approaching iron horse. Nearly ten years ago hope was revived in anticipation of an early aproach by the C. P. R., but the Mammoth Corporation had its hands pretty full elsewhere and could not be persuaded that the time was ripe for building it through the Similkameen. Three years later they received a rude jolt through the aggressive policy of Jim Hill, with the result that the dawn of 1908 finds both C. P. R. and the Great Northern racing for Princeton and a western outlet. The loyal bourg will not have long to wait, and it is celebrating the last of its years of waiting by a merry masquerade. Some of the old timers and many new comers took part, but, alas! in looking over the names one misses the genial pioneer, Bob Stevenson. Frank Coal Mine Closes. The announcement was made by the Canadian-American Company on Tuesday that its mine would close temporarily. The reason for the shut-down is that the company is taking advantage of an opportunity which the present affords for a cessation of operations which would have to come sooner or later in connection with alterations and improvements now under way. The oportunity is afforded by the fact that the company's contract with the C. P. R. terminated Tuesday night, releasing the company from that obligation and as the market is just now a little slack it is felt that the present is as good a time as will present itself. The directors will meet at Frank shortly, when the future programme will be formulated. â¦ â¦ â¦ MAYORALTY TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF VICTORIA. Ladies and Gentlemen:â At the earnest request of a number of citizens, I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Mayor at the forthcoming municipal election, therefore request your vote and influence. Respectfully yours, LEWIS HALL. To the Electors of Ward 1 To the Electors of Ward 4 1 Ladies and Gentlemen:â Having consented to become a candidate for Alderman of the above ward at the coming elections, I respectfully solicit your votes and influence. HY. CALLOW. I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman in the above ward and respectfully ask for your vote and influence. F. A. PAULINE. Crosses the Divide. Another old timer in the Kootenays has passed away in the person of Jim Ncelands, who for fifteen years has been a prominent resident of Nelson. Hc was a brother of ex-Mayor H. G. Xeelands, and was widely known. Active in public affairs and a born politician, Jimmy was a hard hitter, but he never squealed and could give and take in good part. Many a more pretentious man could have been better spared. A Late Cranbrook Minister Selected. Rev. W. G. W. Fortune has ben offered the position of field secretary of the Alberta Temperance and Moral Reform League, at a salary of $2,000 and expenses. The offer came unsolicited from the executive of the league. (Dr. Fortune is well known in Cranbrook. He was pastor of the Presbyterian church here for some years.)âCranbrook Herald. The Kaslo Gravensteins. J. Wm. Cockle, the newly elected president of the Kaslo Horticultural and Fruit Growers' Association, is already doing good work. He has novel advertising schemes of his own, and has the happy faculty of placing them where they will do the most good. Recently he sent a box of Kaslo Gravensteins as a Christmas reminder to the Dominion Chief Fruit Inspector at Ottawa, and received acknowledgment, in part, as follows: "I was indeed pleased to get a note from you dated December 18. "The apples arrived in splendid condition: thanks for your kind consideration. They have been on exhibition all day, and have me the envy of everyone who has come into the office. They are delightful specimens. "I have just returned from Nova Scotia, from the far-famed Annapolis Valley, the Evangeline, or more particularly, the home of the Gravensteins. In all seriousness, 1 never saw finer Gravensteins, and I am sure Nova Scotians will have to admit that the newly found fruit region of Kaslo has gone them one better." His Heart Is Big. The name of P. Burns is known far and wide as perhaps the largest dealer in cattle and meats of all kinds in Canada. P. Burns is not a very large man physically, but his heart is of the largest size. If anyone went without a turkey dinner on Christmas day, cither in Calgary or Nelson, it was Splendid Results. The Phoenix Pioneer of last Saturday devotes the front page to a careful analysis of the progress of the mining industry of the Boundary country. Anyone who wishes to get reliable information on the subject could ont do better than consult this interesting issue. It shows among other things that the production of ore in 1907 was 1,148,237 tons, of which the great Granby mines are responsible for 613,537. When it is remembered that practically all the* mines were shut down during the month of December and part of November, this total is very satisfactory. The loss of time represents at least 120,000 tons, which would have car- To the Electors of Ward 5 To the Electors of Ward Five:â I beg to announce myself as an Independent Candidate for Alderman at the forthcoming Municipal Election, and respectfully solicit your support and influence. ANDREW BLYGH, Furniture Dealer. FOR ALDERMAN. WARD ONE. At the earnest solicitation of a large number of the electors of the above ward, I have consented to become a candidate for Alderman in the forthcoming elections, and solicit the vote and influence of the electors of said ward. Yours, etc. HENRY NORMAN... To the Electors of Ward 3 Ladies and Gentlemen:â I beg to announce myself a candidate for re-election as Alderman, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. W. F. FULLERTON. For Alderman, Ward 2, At the request of a large number of the ratepayers of No. 2 Ward, I have consented to stand as an Independent Candidate for Aldermanic honors. If elected, I will press for immediate action looking for a better system of fire protection, improved water system, better street construction, ancl the abolition of aldermanic salaries. Soliciting your vote and assistance. Yours faithfully, H. MAYNARD. To the Electors of Ward 5. At the request of a number of electors I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman for Ward No. S at the coming municipal elections, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. W. G. CAMERON. To the Electors of Ward 2. Ladies and Gentlemen:â I am a candidate for Alderman for the above ward, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. Progress and Purity. D. SPRAGGE. To the Electors of Ward I I am before you as a candidate for Alderman at the next municipal election, and respectfully solicit your vote on that occasion. ALEX. WATSON. To the Electors of Ward 2 At the request of a number of electors I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman for Ward No. 2 at the coming municipal elections, and respectively solicit your vote and influence. A. M. BANNERMAN. December 24, 1907. To the Electors of Ward 5 Ladies and Gentlemen:â I beg to announce myself as candidate for re-election as Alderman, and respectfully solicit your vote and influence. F. W. VINCENT... FOR ALDERMAN. WARD ONE. At the earnest request of a large number of the ratepayers of the above ward, I have consented to become a candidate for Alderman in the forthcoming elections and solicit your vote and influence. Yours truly, F. J. BITTANCOURT. To the Electors of Ward 1 Time will not permit me to make a personal canvass, and I respectfully solicit your vote and influence for WM. MABLE. To the Electors of WardS ried the total production more than 100,000 above that of 1906. During the year the Granby smelter treated 637,626 tons; the B. C. Coper Smelter, 341,952 tons, and the Dominion Copper smelter, 153,439 tons, a total of 1,133,017 tons. The recent announcement that the mines and smelter have resumed operations, and that Mr. J. P. Graves, president of the Granby smelter, has declared the intention of his company to greatly enlarge the capacity of their smelter, should remove all doubt as to the immediate future of this great mining camp. I beg to announce myself as a candidate for re-election as Alderman in the above ward. I stand entirely un- trammeled by any organization, and if elected will act on all public matters according to my own conception of what is best for the ward and the city at large. A. HENDERSON. To the Electors of Ward 3 At the request of a number of electors I beg to announce myself 1 as a candidate for Alderman for j Ward X'o. 3 at the coming municipal I elections, and respectfully solicit your I votes and influence. JOSHUA KINGHAM. TIMBEF If you have any timber for sale list it with U! We can sell il BURNETT, SON & CO. 533 Pender St., Vancouver, B. C The days are getting Cold. THE WILSON BAR Is Warm and Comfortable. , VISIT IT. 648 Yates St, Victoria B. C. COAL J. KINGHAM & CO., Pictoria Agent, for the Nanaimo Collierlci. New Wellington Coal. The but household coal In tho marke at current rates. Anthracite coal R>r sale. 34 Broad Street. Phone 647 VICTORIA Holland French and Japan Bulbs For Fall Planting. SEEDS, TREES, PLANTS for the farm, garden, lawn, boulevard or conservatory. Acclimated stock. Oldest established nursery on the Mainland of B. C. Catalogue free. M. J. HENRY, 3010 Westminster Rd, Vancouver, B.C. P " ' CriV I 5 and Trade Marks obtained in all countries. ROWLAND BRITTAIN Registered Patent Attorney and Mechanical Engineer. Room 3, Fairfield Block, Granville St. (near Postoffice) Vancouver. Ltjvc Your Baggage Checks at the Pacific Transfer Co'y No. 4 FORT ST. VICTORIA Phone U%. A. E. KENT, Proprietor LATEST NUMBERS English Magazine CHUMS TIT-BITS THE STRAND PEARSONS PUNCH KNIGHT'S BOOKSTORE TIOTOBIA, B. 0. THE WEEK SATURDAY, JANUARY n 1908. Incorporated 1905 Capital, $500,000.00 Capital Increased In 1907 to ...12,000,000.00 Subscribed Capital, $550,000 Beserve . . $50,000 Surplus, Jan-$0, 1907 . . $150,000 J. B. XATHERS, Gen. Man. IB CLOSING UP ESTATES either as Executors or Assignees the Dominion Trust Co., Ltd., is never Influenced by ulterior motives. Their entire ambition, effort, and energy is directed cowards securing the best possible returns for all concerned. Name this eompany executor in your will. Blank will forms furnished free of charge and stored in our safety deposit vaults, when we are made your executor. DOMINION TRUST CO., Limited. 3a8 Hastings St., West Vancouver, B. C. The Week . Prevlncial Review and Hagaslae, published every Saturday kr jl!THE WEEK" PUBLISHING COMPANY, LIMITED. â Published at VICTORIA and VANCOUVER Jim Qovernment Street..Vlcteria, B.C. lilt Halting! St Vancouver, B.C. IW. BLAKBMORB. .Manager ant Miter The King. Ther are lots of people in this Iworld who make mistakes which I\ould be avoided did they only pos- [sess tbe saving grace of humour. By common consent humour is the spice of journalism, and unfortunately journalism is sadly deficient in the sea- | soning. Occasionally a staid and sober editor will perpetrate a genuine fun- nyism and enliven the dull tones ably understands the rights, privileges which habitually distinguish his col- and duties of his position quite as umns. But there are humorists and well as anyone else." Is not this go- King Edward has followed in the with him, cither he must yield or his footsteps of his illustrious Mother, Ministers must resign." (Extract who advised her Ministers, on more from "Kings and Their Duties"-âby than one occasion, in a very forcible Mentor.) and effective manner, and that with- I fear that if my readers have not out any protest on the part of a by this time become accustomed to democratic people or any fear that the sublime effrontery of the uncon- Her Majesty would or could trench scious humorist, they will possibly upon their liberty. fail to appreciate the benedicite which The writer goes on to say that closes this unique exordium. It is some people have asked if England touching alike in the simplicity of its is returning to the days of the Stu- conception, in the modesty of its as- arts. It is quite possible that if any*- sumption, and in the singular aptness one has been foolish enough to insti- of its phraseology, as if one should tute such a comparison, they would say: "In spite of these terribly auto have been more likely to refer to the cratic tendencies in a democratic age, Tudors than the Stuarts. But let that so distressing to a loyal spirit which pass. I venture to say that except has vainly sought rest under two in the pages of Reynold's newspaper, flags, there is still hope, and that none of the above suggestions can be hope becomes a certitude when it re- found in the print of any responsible ceives the imprimatur of our editorial English journal, and the ignorance of seal." This is the imprimatur: "We an editor who can assume that it cor- think those people who are alarmed rectly described anything which has at the influence of the King are need- actually happened or is likely to hap- lessly disturbed." pen, can only be labelled "Colossal." To all of which, in common, thank But however much of the above God, with all King Edward's subjects, may be quotation, the following sen- save only oneâhis fellow-country- tence, for smug complacency and self man, I say Amen! and still have the satisfaction, would be hard to beat. It audacity to subscribe myself a reads: "It is surprising how the British people can work themselves up into a semi-panic about nothing, when there is no great question demanding consideration." It is the first we have heard of any state of semi-panic; everyone but the writer of the sen- The Canadian Magazine, tence knows that such a condition It is gratifying to note that, while would be as absurd as it is impossi- The Canadian Magazine, as a literary ble. Of all people in the world the production, has for some time been true Britishers are the least subject holding its own with the high-class to hysterical attacks, even of the magazines, it is now showing a mark- kind which find their alleviation in ed advance artistically. The Christ- "Cacoethes scribendi." mas number gave emphasis to this When this humourous editor gets feature, and again the January rium- into close touch with the person of ber contains some particularly at- the King he becomes if possible still tractive illustrations. The drawings more amusing. The banality of his of Louis A. Holman, illustrating an phraseology could only be matched in article on old Acadia forts, are es- the Topeka Star or the Toledo Blade, pecially good. The number contains The King will be duly grateful that a very valuable and illuminating so perspicuous a writer is willing to article, entitled "Metal Mining in Ca- to concede that "He is an English- nada," by Ralph Stokes, an authority man, or if you prefer the term, a on mining, and contributions by Dr. Britisher. As such he must have a Louis Frechette, Virna Sheard, A. R. certain degree of influence." Carman, and other well-known "Certain degree," as a phrase, is deli- writers, cious. Further we feel safer or at ' ~ any rate we feel that the empire is safer, when we read "King Edward is a constitutional Monarch. He prob- ^iH^yn^^. The Non-Flogger. "Is the new school principal opposed to corporal punishment?" "Is he? Well! He on't even slap a mosquito." humourists, and without a doubt the most amusing of all is the unconscious humourist; he who is funny without meaning to bc and without knowing that he has been. Momentum. ' Colonel Corn (as he saw for the first time an automobile going at a forty-mile clip)â"By gravy, but them horses must have gave that wagon ing a little bit too far? Surely thc sentence should read: "Quite as well as anyone else except the writer." I have on more than one occasion contended that the unconscious hum- These reflections are suggested by ourist in question when dealing with a good start before they broke loose!" one of the most screamingly funny British Imperial subjects is out of his travesties which I have read in many natural habitat. The next sentence A Song of Cheer. a year, lt appeared in the leading not only confirms the impresison, but Cheer up, cheer up, you that weakly editorial in a well-known Victoria almost takes one's breath away. Think thc world is filled with woe, family newspaper on Thursday morn- Speaking of the King, he says: "He is There are chances still worth seizing, ing last. Wild horses would not not likely to go a step further than Though the water pipes are freezing drag the name of that paper from his duty to his fellow-countrymen re- And the coal pile's getting low. me, because I realize that it would be quires him to (sic)." Just how long ; ; unfair to punish the management for it has been permissible for the sub- Sordid Side of Golf, an unconscious or subconscious per- jects of King Edward to speak of him There is more of the sordid pot- petration of the editor. as "a fellow-countryman" may well """ting sPirlt ln 6olf than ls PerhaPs The subject of the article was "Thc be regarded as a puzzle by all who SÂ°Â°d for tlie healt'iy vltallty of a Pas" King" and it starts out with a trick have even a smattering of knowledge time wlllch does not m reallty stand which reminds me of the amusement on the subject of constitutional usage in ^n. need of such an excitement dear to the infantile mind of setting or etiquette. Possibly the familiarity t0 sustain the lnterest of lts best up a row of bricks on end and tipping of expression was suggested by the P'^rs. There is also, perhaps, a one to cause all the others to fall, custom of one Royal personage ad- too mcely calculated sense of the The writer, drawing upon his imag- dressing another as 'cousin.' If this value of handicaps, and an ugly dis- ination for his facts, declares that is not the true explanation, then it "There has been considerable of an must bc the last craze of the demo- uproar (sic) in England because Mr. cratic mind confronted with the ter- Haldane is supposed to have de- ror of autocracy, clared that the King gave his Minis- In all this there is one redeeming ters the benefit of his advice." Any feature. However far the subjects of _ ,..,,.. Englishman and any educated Cana- King Edward may have strayed from I would dread in political life arc not dian would know at once that this the pathway of true democracy, un- the lean and the hungry, but the men statement constitutes bunkum of the der the controlling influence of kingly Â«ho are the teetotallers. It may be cheapest kind. In the first place, no power, we should bc thankful that that the removal of the soothing m- one takes very much notice of what ther is one mentor to put us right, fluence of w.ne gives to the teetotaller Mr Haldane says on any subject; he With such an one wielding the edi- a keenness of interest, a perennial â .i ti- i ._..;-i *__*. *__.,__. ,.,;n tt v,_. ,.__c_*;ki<-. freshness of vigor and effortâwhat- s not a man in the public eye, and tonal pen never will it be possible Â» _ .. ., 11 â¢ a tr.. Â»_,_. v.â_, !â _. ^o.,Crrr_.o_ _t,â K^ân^c ever the reason, the most formidable nossesses no personal influence. for the King to transgress the bounds > * In the next place, every educated of his constitutional rights or to cur- and most ambitious politicians in my Englishman and most educated Cana- tail the privileges of his "fellow- experience are the teetotalles. dians know from the statements countrymen." Look where safety lies: which have been made from time to "If he has strong views upon any Much Further, time, as well as from the side lights subject (How dare a King have Still, a mottoless coin will go fur- thrown upon the relations subsisting strong views?) it sems to us that he ther than a coinless motto, between royalty and English Minis- would be false to his kingly office ters in the diaries of illustrious per- (surely this smacks of the vestry Women footpads are noted around sons, that the King of England is meeting or the Board of Trade) if he Philadelphia. Little by little, the fair altogether in the habit of advising failed to impress them upon his min- sex usurps man's most profitable oc- and counselling with his Ministers. isters. If they are unable to agree cupations. position in some quarters to nurse a handicap in view of some particular prize competition. Teetotal Politicians. If I were a modern Caesar the men Five O'elock Tea is much more enjoyable when you have that contented feeling of your tea sevice being in perfect taste. We would draw your attention to a number of our smaller sized Tea Sets in Silver Plate Ware eminently suitable for afternoon teas: The always fashionable "Queen Anne," "Plain Fluted," "King John" and King George" and the lovely soft "French Gray." We carry an immense assortment of Table Ware and Flat Ware. All Silver Plate exhibited in our Showrooms is manufactured specially for us by firms who have attained a world-wide reputation for highest grade workmanship. CHALLONER & MITCHELL DIAMOND MERCHANTS AND SILVERSMITHS 47 and 49 Qovernment St., Victoria. You can always *__ ,g-^ It tastes different tell an M. B. cigar jy^ tS# ^an otners- Cigar Made by S. A. Bantly, Victoria, B. C. Union Made. Havana Filler. Two Sizes. Sold Everywhere. Why is a Yacht Called "She." Becauseâ She has a waist line. She carries a spanker. She has a bow (beau). She is seen best in a breeze. She makes use of a puff. She often shows her heels. WHY IS LEMP'S BEER CALLED FOR MORE OFTEN THAN OTHER BOTTLED BEERS Becauseâ It is not charged with carbonic acid gas as some beers are. It has a sparkle, flavor and vim all its own. It is the highest product of the brewer's art. If your dealer cannot supply you for home use kindly phone PITHER & LEISER Corner Fort and Wharf Streets Good Dinners Demand Good Wines. Many an otherwise good dinner is spoiled by poor wines. If you supply G. Preller & Co.'s Clarets, Burgundies and Sauternes you will receive the highest compliments from your guests on your ability to select wines of purity, age, strength and bouquet. Preller's Clarets and Sauternes can now be procured in "splits" convenient for home or hospital use. If your dealer cannot supply you with this small size, kindly 'phone . PITHER & LEISER Wholesale Distributors. LADIES SWEDISH GENTS MASSAGE Turkish Baths VIBRATOR TREATMENT MR. BJOBNPELT, SWEDISH MASSEUR. Special Massage and Hometreat- ment by appointments. Room 2, Vernon Blk., Douglas St. Body Development. Hours 1 to 6. Phone 1629. EQUIP YOURSELF WITH A THOROUGH BUSINESS COURSE SHORTHAND TYPEWRITING BOOKKEEPING Day and Night Classes. You can enter school any time. Individual instruction. A diploma from this school will enable you to secure and hold a position with the best firms. Terms reasonable. For particulars write or call THE SHORTHAND SCHOOL 1109 Broad Street Viotoria, B.O. B. A. MacMlllan. THE WEEK, SATURDAY JANUARY n 1908. HOME HOTEL KSfCLUB FURNISHERS VICTORIA, B. C_ HOME , HOTEL, CLUB FURNISHERS! .victories, d ?00<><><_K>0<X>0<><KK>00000^^ 30-*>0*0-0-*>0-0<><>0-0<>-*>CK>-^^ I Protect Your Eyes. FROM THE STRAIN CAUSED BY POOR READING LIGHTS. You'll be reading all those books you received at Christmas! Then, too, there are the magazines i I and the papersâmuch reading will be done in artificial light during the coming few months. Going j to guard your eyes? You should, because good eyesight is a valuable asset. You'll be doing a good < deal of reading, and you want the light right if you wish to do your eyes justice. You'll enjoy the j book more, too, if there is no eye strain. Eye doctors of repute say there is no light that surpasses, the light of a good oil lamp, for softness of light and gratefulness to the eyes. You'll find our stock of < I lamps the highest mark of lamp perfection. The most renowned lampmakers contribute to this stock J 1 of ours, and the new arrivals from these makers are, indeed, choice styles. The obnoxious odor of oil < ' exuded by some lamps when heated is eliminated in the scientific construction of these lamps, and you j ' needn't fear this disagreeable feature. Perfection has been reached, and we sell you a lamp that will j 1 not "smell." Perfect combustion renders them odorlessâeliminating the only objection to kerosene as ( j as lighting agent. Our present display is the largest we have ever shown, and, by far, the best. Art [ 1 and science have been cleverly combined, and we have practical lamps that are truly artistic and, 1 ; withall, low in price. Come in and let us tell you more about them! A Few Pricings From an Excellent Lamp Stock. "The Arion," a table lamp in pleasing assortment of decorations, complete with globe, at, each $2.00 Same Lamp, with shade instead of globe, making it a low priced reading lamp, at, each $2.00 "The Luray," a larger size lamp than the "Arion," in a big assortment of pretty decorations, at, each $2.50 Same Lamp, with shade for reading purposes, throwing lots of soft light, at, each $2.50 "The Prince," a handsome lamp with a still larger size burner than the "Luray." Attractive variety of decorations, at, each $2.75 "The Aurora," a more elaborate style of decoration, and one that is already a favorite, though in but a few days, at, each $3.00 "The Lenox," a circular burner lamp that gives forth a big flow of restful light. This style comes in unusually pretty decorations. At, each $4.00 "The Athens," similar in appearance to the "Lennox," only slightly larger, at, each..$4.50 "The Verona," a large handsome lamp, style that will certainly please you, and at the price usually charged for very ordinary kinds. Excellent value at, each $5.50 "The Evelyn," similar style in slightly larger size, at, each $6.00 "The Lazarre," still larger, in same style, at, each $7.50 Banquet Lamp, in metal, green and gilt and red ancl gilt, at, each $7.50 Banquet Lamp, in brass, complete with nile green shade, at, each $4.00 If you do an unusual amount of reading or studying there isn't anything in the lamp line that is better for you than one of these Students' Lamps.. They are the superior article for such work. They give the greatest possible amount of light with the minimum consumption of oil, and they throw it where you want it. Try This Wall Cloth Instead of Wall Paper. We are ready for housewives who glory in a cheerful kitchen and a sanitary Bathroom, for those who'll appreciate a big step in movement towards better sanitary conditions, with a big shipment of new and delightful patterns in "Decora," the new washable wall coveringâthe wall covering upon which you can turn the hose without any fear of the water or the force doing any injury. Here is a wall covering that should appeal to the thrifty housewife who delights in a clean, bright and attractive kitchen. A washable, waterproof, cloth that will not crack or peel off. Sanitary as marble or tile for the same reasonâgrease, smoke, dirt and microbes will not adhere to it. Should they collect upon the surface, a wet cloth will remove them instantly. Saves work for busy housewife, saves doctors' bills. Satisfies the artistic taste of all, because made in the greatest number of desirable patterns. Put on the wall same as paper, and costs no more than the good grades. Made primarily for the walls and ceilings of bathrooms and kitchens, but has a thousand uses about the house. This wall covering is being employed in artistic homes the country over in place of wallpaper. It is made in such a variety of patternsâtile, floral, etc.âthat most any taste can be satisfied. The new patterns are choice. Some nice wainscotting with border. If you are building, better investigate. Samples mailed free to out-of-town people who are interested. OUT-OF-TOWN ORDERS PACKED AND SHIPPED PROMPTLY Don't hesitate to send us your or- J ders for China and Glassware from j your country home. Matchings for < sets or other needs, the selection of < which you may confidently leave to J us, will have most careful attention. ( Just give us a price limit and a general description. No matter how small | or large the order, the packing will < ensure safe carriage to any distance. [ Selections made of articles suitable I for card prizes, the best value being ] assured. fSSsa 1. d Student Lamps, in pickel plate, with opal shade at, each $5.50 'Student Lamps, in nickel plate, with green shade, at, each $6.00 Student Lamps, in brass, with opal shade, at, each $5.50 Student Lamps, in brass, with green shade, at, each $6.00 SEE OUR HANGING LAMPS-MANY STYL ES FROM $3.50 TO $15.00. BEDROOM FURNITURE YOU < SHOULD OWN. { We have some excellent offerings ( in low priced chiffoniers we should < like to show you. These very useful 5 articles of bedroom furnishings are so low in price that everyone should enjoy the luxurious usefulness of one. Those listed here are low in price but are of excellent quality. They are well finished and would make a very attractive addition to your Bedroom Furnishings. We have many other higher priced styles, but come in and let us show you these. Shown * on Fourth Floor. J ChiffonierâIn Golden Elm, highly polished and well made throughout. This style has five full sized drawers, giving you lots of storage space. Priced so low that it is within the reach of all. Price, each $10.00 [ ChiffonierâGolden Elm, highly polished. This style has five full-sized drawers and very large bevel mirror of best quality. A very stylish low priced chiffonier, and excellent value, at, each $14.00 , ChiffonierâSurface Oak, in a pretty style. This pretty chiffonier has five drawers and hat box and large bevel mirror, bow front and several points of excellence. We have marked it at a low price. Each $22.50 ! ChiffonierâAnother excellent chiffonier offering. This style comes in surface oak, is well finished and constructed throughout, has tive large drawers and a large bevel mirror of best quality. Price $25.00 Best Bed Value in the City. 1 Brass Trimmed Iron BedsâHere is another unusually stylish bed and a bed value we will pit against any offering in this town. Continuous pillars, Husked brass centre spindles instead of iron. Full size. See this one. Price $11.40 .â¢JO<_-0Â©0-CK><>-*>C>0-0000<><^^ Soo-oo*o-ooooooooo---Â»o-o*oo-<Â» At The Street Corner * By THB LOUNOER I have had lots of fun this week, what with preparations for the municipal election, the public discussion of expert Adams' water report, and the ultimatum of the Provincial Government with respect to the nuisance on James Bay flats. Then there have been minor matters of interest, including the Stanford match, Kubelik, and tiie weather. I am going to say a few words on each of these subjects, from the standpoint of the peripatetic Lounger. With respect to the municipal campaign, I must congratulate the press on having stirred up the'public. Little more than a week ago it looked as if the Morley regime might be continued for another year, but the worm has turned and the ticket which has been put up by one of the most representative committees which could have been got together in the city is a sure winner. It does not suit everybody, but as a ticket it has few faults, because all tickets subscribed to by men of different political parties are a matter of compromise. The men who formed the ticket had only one object in view, to give the city good management. It is so long since we had this, that it will be welcomed again like a stranger. The daily press has dwelt on the important public questions which have been so badly handled by the present Council and tlieir immediate predecessors, but there are matters about which a Lounger knows even more than the City Council. I want to exercise my privilege by calling attention to the condition of affairs in Chinatown of which none of Mayor Morley's avowed supporters, at any rate, have any knowledge. During the past year Chinatown has been run as an open gambling resort. It has been frequented by a large element of the recognized white gamblers of Victoria, and not a few of their confreres from the mainland and from Seattle. I have called attention to this more than once in the columns of The Week, and have thus ensured the matter being brought to the personal knowledge of the Mayor, but he has done nothing, and as the chief magistrate of the city he is responsible. For this privilege of open gambling someone receives a large rake-off. Strenuous efforts have been made to discover where thc rake-off goes. Private detectives have been at work for at least six months; they have picked up some links in the chain, but there are one or two missing; they will be found, and when they are, unless I am misinformed, the complexion of the moral reform party of the city will undergo a decided change. My reason for bringing this matter forward at the present time is that on Saturday last the word went forth in Chinatown: "No more gambling until after the election," and since then "the lid is on." As the wily Celestial can keep silence in thirteen languages, and with the accumulated effectiveness of centuries of traditional secrecy, it is not an easy matter to spot the nigger in the fence, but the chase is becoming hot, and it may be that even before the election the exposure will be complete. I strolled into the City Hall on Wednesday night, and soon strolled out again. The entertainment was tame. It consisted of a running lire between the Mayor and the Water Commissioner on one side, and Captain Curtis, T. W. Patterson and W. Marchant on the other. There was no serious discussion of the expert problems presented by the subject, although one speaker pricked the financial bubble when he pointed out that no provision had been made for the fact that the bonds would probably be sold at go, the best price Vancouver could obtain recently. The Council in submitting the byelaw had assumed par; no doubt this was an oversight, and among so many need hardly be noticed. As one speaker obscrved, it would probably result in leaving out the meters, which nobody wants, and which as the byelaw stands at present would ensure its defeat even if there were no other objections. I am a little disappointed at the persistence with which the City Engineer and the Medical Health Officer have defended the policy of the Council with reLpect to the garbage on James Bay flats. It may be argued that they are civic employees, and must do as they are told, but this surely cannot apply to gentlemen of intelligence occupying important public positions in whicli their first duty obviously is to protect the public interest and the public health. If both had condemned the policy of the Council, and denounced the system of covering five or six feet of garbage with a few inches of soil, the city would have sustained them in an hon ourable course and would not have allowed them to be dismissed. As it is, two excellent officers have supported an indefensible policy, have laid themselves open to the crushing conclusions of an independent expert report, and have helped to steer the city into a conflict with the Provincial Government; in which the latter have all the best of the position. And still thc stench goes on. The Stanford match was a cracker- jack, but it is ridiculous to say that there were fifteen hundred people present; as a matter of fact, there were fewer than one thousand. I make this correction, because the Vancouver press has lied so extensively in connection with this match that Victoria can afford to tell thc truth. That truth can be summed up in very few words, and the verdict is acquiesced in by the Stanford players and management. It is that the better team won, that every man on the Victoria side rose to the occasion, and that the result would have been the same between the same teams nine times out of ten. No excuses can bc made for Stanford, and the men made none themselves; they were surprised and outplayed. While every man on the Victoria side shone, the victory was due mainly to the forwards, and the principal feature of their play was the tackling. Only once during the whole match did the Stanford three-quarter get away, and then when he had passed everyone but Johnson, the latter made a splendid low tackle, and brought him down. Stanford were beaten, by pluck and determination as well as by skilful tactics. Meredith's defensive game was a happy inspiration. His high punts were a conspicuous feature of the match, and invariably gained ground. Newcombe was as always a star. The ridiculous canard which appeared in the Vancouver papers to the effect that the Stanford boys were not cheered and also that they were not entertained while in the city, has been sufficiently discredited in the daily press. It was a pure fabrication, and not the first evidence to hand that Vancouver sport is not of the English type, but is tarred too much with the Seattle brush. I intended to say something ahout Kubelik, but I understand that "Mounts" has been so wrought up by the amusing attempts at reporting the performance in the morning and evening papers, that he is going to unburden his sou] on the subject, and I will therefore content myself with saying that it is only those who know nothing about music and who cannot tell an "allegro" from an "andante" movement who would venture to criticise a player who by the common consent of all musical critics is the greatest living violinist. The rain it raincth every day, and people are asking when the wet season will end. Perhaps a few fact- which I have culled from the stati: â tics of the meteorological oflice, wiil reconcile thc grumblers to their lot. The total rainfall for 1907 in Victoria was 22 inches, in England 31, in Vancouver 52. From April to Octob< r, Victoria only had 2 inches of ra n. At the present moment the whole of Canada East of the Rockies, with thc exception of the area affected by chin- ooks, has a mantle of snow. At m; ny points in Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec the thermometer has registered below zero. A week ago Toronto had four inches of snow. Even Los An- THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908. Qfa <rz<*Â«j&*. Correspondence. Les, the garden city of California, but it is hard, solid fact, and there is â d more than 30 inches of rain last no man, I care not how high his ar. It is probable that no city in position may be, who can deny the tnada, and few in North America, statements I make. And the wrost enjoying as mild, as temperate, of it is, the Canadian Pacific Railway Ld as healthy a winter as Victoria. are still rushing men in and crowding still more on an already overstocked labour market. This, coupled with the crisis in the States, which is driving thousands over the border into Canada, makes the situation more critical every day. The people at home who read of the Vancouver riots of a short time ago, have no idea what the white man has to put up with through the * The Week accepts no responsibility presence of these Chinese, Japs, and ondehnVleWS expressed by lts corr,3S" Hindus, of whom there are over â¢ The columns of The AVeek are open forty thousand in British Columbia Lra^i â¢as ssasrafth" ao aiÂ°Â»e; â¢d if * wÂ«e in â¢y PÂ°Wer "0l ot Involve religious controversy. a single white man would conic to this Communications will be inserted colmtry ulltil a iaw was passe(l pr0. whether signed by the real name ot J _ , , , he writer or a nom de plume, but the Iiibiting this kind of cheap labor from p-Jter's name and address must be *lven to the editor as an evidence ot coming ill, ipna fides. In no case will it be What is true of British Columbia is livulged without consent. practically true of the other parts of Victoria, Jan. 7, 1908. Canadaâthere is little chance for Editor Week. work except just in the summer Dear Sir,âI enclose you copy of a months. Down East it is too cold in ! etter which I cut from the York- winter, while here in the West it is ihire Post of December 12. It pur- raining all the time. I have given you, I lorts to be written by a man with the Sir, a true statement of affairs here, 110m cle plume of "Tyke," hailing from and I hope you will publish the same Vancouver. It does not take a Slier- for the benefit of those intending to "ock Holmes to discover the real come, and I should also like other I writer of this letter is of a Socialistic papers to make it known. .endency. Note his intense dislike Yours, etc. TYKE. I Doth to the Canadian Government and Vancouver, B. C, November 25. "he C. P. R. It is also evident he is rabid exclute; I am also fairly con- Victoria, B.C., Dec. 31, 1907. Went, from one or two phrases used To the Editor of The Weck: I in his letter, he has had some legal Solus cum SolÂ°- â training and is familiar with public Sir,âThere was a material typo- Ifepeaking. This is one out of scores graphical omission in my letter pub- lbf letters which are apearing in the lished in yÂ°â¢ last issue- MV letttr Ibest of our English newspapers. You shÂ°"ld have read:-'Catholics pray to ['will doubtless be aware the Yorkshire God with tlle belief and intention of j-Post is one of the leading newspapers worshipping Him as the only true Lin the world; it has an immense circu- God* Tllis is a divine and supreme llation, and in addition to being a well- act of worship." known commercial paper, is also crcd- Wishing you the compliments of ited with being the foremost agricul- tne season. tural paper. Every farmer in York S. PERRY MILLS, shire and a good many out of York " [shire take it regularly. I notice the Board of Trade Criticised. people who are sending these letters To the public the Board of Trade home to the old country seem to be is an omniscient and benevolent ab- gifted with a very accurate knowledge straction; few people understand that of what papers carry weight and how in the concrete it is nothing more to write a letter truthfully approxi- than a collection of officials divested mating a grumbling emigrant, but at of all practical or technical knowledge I the same time carrying out the two- of the business they assume the right fold object of keeping the English to control. These officials, doctrin- working men from coming to Canada aries or propagandists, if they have and educating the English people into an object to serve, are as tricky as a hatred of the Orientals. monkeys. Perhaps you will find space to deal with tllis specimen of letter in your "Why did you tell your husband next issue of The Week, lience my that there would be three parts to sending you a copy. the concert? There are only two." Yours faithfully, A. D. "Yes, I know, but he will be so pleased when it leaves off sooner than (From Yorkshire Post, published at he expects." Leeds, Yorkshire, England, on Thursday, Dec. 12, 1907.) Experience. The Distress in Canada. He (after being promptly accepted) To the Editor of the Yorkshire Post. ~Wlly didn>t 5â¢ say ""Â°" at first, Sir,-As a Yorkshireman and an old and keeP me in sus'jense for a whlle? reader of your widely known paper, l understand that is the way women will you kindly allow me, through Bc"erall.ylrdÂ°' T . , , SheâWell, I tried that once, andâ and And what? He didn't ask me the second time. âPick-Me-Up. MONDAY, JANUARY 13 your valuable columns, to give a word of warning to all intending emigrants to the Dominion of Canada, especially those who intend to come in the near future? It is all right for the Government and Canadian Pacific Railway agents to tell them what a glorious country this is, but 1 think they might tell them the truth. Canada may be all right for about six months in the year, but then a man can't live on nothing for the other six. In Vancouver, where I now am, there are thousands of white men, mostly young Englishmen, who can't get any work to do, the small amount of work which can be done at this time of the year being done by Japs, Chinese, and Hindus, while the white man is expected to look quietly on and say nothing, although his stomach may be empty, and he has neither roof nor bed. The rainy season is now on, and all outside work is suspended, and you can imagine what the sufferings of these men must be. Dragging about day after day in the rain, with little or nothing to cat, and no shelter or place to dry their clothing, and at night crawling into an empty railway truck or an old stable or shed to try ancl sleep. And t tell you, Sir, this is Box Office opens 10 a.m. Friday, no dream or stretch of imagination, January 13th. HOLLIS E. COOLEY Presents America's Greatest Play ARIZONA (By Augustus Thomas) Same Great Company. Om Year EachâNew York, Chicago, London, Eng. GRAND PRODUCTION COMPLETE. Pricesâ25c, 50c, 75c, $1.00. Angell Engraving Co. PHOTO-ENGRAVERS and DESIGNERS In All Branches 518 Hastings St. Vancouver, B.C. WEEK 13TH JANUARY The New Grand SULLIVAN a CONSIDINE, Proprietor.. Manaiem-ant of ROBT. JAMItSON. THE GREAT EDDY FAMILY The Most Sensational Wire Runners and Jumpers in the World. Positively the greatest act of Its kind on any stage. MINNIE MIDDIETON'S MILITARY aims Novelty Singing Quartette. - KORTON and LA TRIBKA The Messenger Boy and His Doll. MARQUIS and LYNN Comedy Musical, Singing and Dancing JAMES McDUPP Imitator and Mimic. THOS. J. PRICE, Song1 Illustrator "She Was a Grand Old Lady." OUR OWN ORCHESTRA M. Nagel, Director. NEW MOVING PICTURES "The Two Orphans." The Dictionary Says Cheese Is " Perhaps Allied to Squeeze." We have certainly squeezed into stock an immense variety of Cheeses; more even than this list: Oregon Brick Cream Cheese, per lb 30c Edam Cheese, each $i.oo Limburger, each 50c Camembert Cheese, each... 35c Primrose Cream Cheese (entirely new to Victoria and very delicious), each, 20c and 35c French Brie Cheese, per glass jar 50c Parmesan Cheese, per bottle, at 25c and 50c Tilsiter Cheese, per lb 25c MacLaren's Cheese, per jar, at aoc, 35c and 65c MacLaren's Roquefort, per ja MacLaren's Roquefort, per jar, at 25c and 50c Very Old Canadian Cheese, per lb 25c Swiss Cheese, imported, per lb soc Gorgonzola, per lb 65c New Canadian Stilton, per lb 25c Old Canadian Stilton, per lb 25c DiXl H. ROSS & CO. UP-TO-DATE GROCERS Telephones: 52, 1052 and 1590. 1316 Government Street. Pantage's Theatre JOHNSON STREET VICTORIA, B. C. ADVANCED VAUDEVILLE Matinees (any part ot house)....lSe Evenings, Balcony lie Lower Floor 20c Boxes Ho Matinees Every Afternoon at 3 O'CIock. Night Performances 8 and 9.15 000000000000000<>00000000000<>0<_K>0<>0000<>00000000000000 The $ Poodle Dog Grill Yates Street Victoria, B. Câ is The only real Grill in British Columbiaâthe only place where you oan actually obtain your choice of meats and all the delicacies of t e season. SMITH & SHAUGHNESSY Proprietors Yates Street, Victoria, B. C. 0<X>00-000-000000-0-00000000-0-00000000*000000^ HOLLY TREES Prices Irom v_ cents to I5.00, secor*m to list. Write tor seed sal tree cats- log* JAY & CO. VICTORIA, B. C. SWEDISH MASSAGE TURKISH BATHS. VIBRATOR TREATMENT. MR. BJORNFELT, SWEDISH MASSEUR. Special Massage and Hometreat- ment by appointments. Room 2, Vernon Block, Douglas Street, Victoria. Hoursâ11 to 12 a.m. Phone 1629. The Fabric Is But One Element. in a suit of clothes, but made by tailors of our reputation the fabric is everything, We could not do shabby work if we really tried, so all you have to figure upon is the quality of the cloth. Remember, too, our prices, $15.00 SCOTLAND WOOLEN MILLS 29 Johnson Street, VICTORIA. 538 Hastings Street, VANCOUVER. AC Warmth on Tap. " ^^^M^ _.._..}â _._,'__ ...;.i ._.â-(_. There's genuine solid comfort in the room where you have the heat ready to turn on and off n-hen you choose, when it is heated by a GAS RADIATOR We have many different styles of Gas Heaters and Radiators- large and smallâ-really a necessity in every British Columbian home. VICTORIA GAS COMPANY, Ltd. CORNER FORT AND LANGLEY STREETS. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANMARY n, 1908. â Sporting Comment. The result of the Victoria-Stanford football match was a decided but pleasant surprise, and the past week has seen nothing but congratulations showered on the local players, to which The Week adds its heartiest. The game was worth going a good distance to witness, and we were very pleased to see the large attendance. That the Victoria team should prove the victors was hardly thought of by the most optimistic, and that they should inflict upon the visitors a worse defeat than they received at the hands of the Vancouver team ia highly creditable to those who represented the Capital City. The result has done much to increase the popularity of the grand old game in this city, and it is hoped that the remaining games of the year will attract as much interest as this match. The contest has done more than thisâit has shown that never more must the committee depend on has- beens. On Saturday the team was left in a very bad hole at the last minute by players who should have exerted every effort to assist the locals in defeating the visitors. By this I do not refer to Ken Gillespie. There were players on the team who have lost money by remaining in town to play this match, notably Jack Brae, and that they should be thrown down cold at the very last moment is to say the least very unsportsmanlike, ft is to the credit of the youngsters -Who took the place of the absentees that they played as good if not a better game than the latter could have done. In addition to this, it is extremely fortunate for the team as a whole that some of the players referred to were not on the team, as the score might have been different and the colours of the Victoria club would not have been flaunted as high as on Saturday e-uning. The executive of the club should learn a good lesson by this, as it will convince them that a volunteer is worth twice as much as a man who gets cold fet or shows the white feather, to say nothing of requiring incense burning. The game itself was a revelation. It was not thought for a moment that the locals had a look in, but it was vjce versa; from the start the visitors were never dangerous. The determined play of the forwards, with a loose scrum formation, was too much for the reputed swift three-quarters of the visitors, while the brilliant work of the halves and five-eighths left little to be desired. In fact, the visitors were beaten in every department. The condition of the grounds was entirely to their liking, but still the despised representatives of the Victoria club were more than their match. The superiority of the forwards is easily seen when it is considered that three of the four tries were made by players from that division. It is said that the visitors were stale after their hard games against Vancouver, and were not at their best. This might be so, but it cannot be denied that at no time of the game did they outshine the locals, which would not have been the case had they only been stale. Any person who has followed athletics knows full well that no matter if he is stale, he will show his form for at least a few minutes of the game; but at no stage did the visitors show any style, and I have to confess that I am disappointed with the showing they made. The game was hard, fast and entirely without any sign of hard feeling, but there was a determined effort on the part of every player on the field to win. As has already been said the locals sprung a big surprise, and after a study of the players it will be seen that many were playing their first game in big company, and are all the more entitled to the glory. Johnson, at full back, has the makings of the best full back ever turned out of British Columbia, and given two years' more weight he will make a hard man to beat. He is cool, col- To the Electors of the City of Victoria. J â¦ Ladies and Gentlemen: I beg to announce myself candidate for re-election as School Trustee and respectfully solicit your vote and influence. P. J. RIDDELL. (P*******.***^*** Nellie Nice, James McElhern and Fred. J. Nice in "The Gingerbread Man." lected, and uses splendid judgment during the whole game, never making a mistake. Meredith did not have an opportunity to show to advantage in running, but he certainly made up for this by his timely and well-placed punts into touch, on which he always gained ground. On several occasions he saved his team from being scored against. Harvey and Thompson played a grand game, the former on every attempt gained ground; the latter made a few mistakes, but he did sufficient work to make up for any discrepancy in his play. To Brae and Billy Newcombe much credit should be given. Time after time they broke up dangerous rushes. Brae took chances very seldom witnessed on the local field, and his one aim was to reach his opponents' goal line. Newcombe played a star game, and relieved many times when his goal was in danger. Not showy, but always effective, at the present time he has no equal in his position in the West, and on his form would get a place on any English team. Bendrot must not be overlooked; he was game to the core and was there all the time. He is to be congratulated on his efforts, after securing his place only at the eleventh hour. To particularize the forwards would be unfair. Every man-jack of them played to win, and that the victory rests with the locals is largely through their efforts. A gamer bunch throughout can seldom be got together, and it is hoped that the game this afternoon will see the same players on thc line-up. It would be unfair to change one. The result of the game was due to the determination of the players to win if at all possible, and this is the bigest part of thc fight. I was pleased to see the large attendance. It speaks volumes for Victorians if they will turn out in such numbers, when it is generally conceded that the locals had no chance to win. If the same spirit would prevail at all times, Victoria would have the highest grade of sport. I congratulate _.ie general public of this city on their patriotism, and only hope that they will continue to patronize the games whether the home team is winning or losing. While on this subject, however, I cannot refrain from referring to the small number of ex-Victoria representatives who were present at the game. It is to thc old timers that the present players look for a large part of their support, and that they fail to respond to the call is hardly to their credit. On Saturday last there should have been at least 'thirty-five old timers present, but instead of this there wcre about ten. The Stanford boys are a bunch of good fellows. It is hoped that the locals will be able to accept their invitation and visit California next season. This afternoon, Oak Bay will be the scene of the second game to decide the holders of the McKechnie cup for the year. Vancouver will be on hand to try conclusions with the locals, and after the showing the Mainland players made against the Stanford players they are in great glee and are looking to wipe Victoria off the map. It was a decided blow to Vancouverites when the locals beat Stanford, and they will endeavor to down the locals. The local team will be practically the same as what played against Stanford, only their positions will be slightly altered. The players who played against the Californians are entitled to their places, and the executive recognize the fact, and will have them all on the line-up. Now that the citizens have made such a fine showing regarding attendance, it is hoped that they will continue and that Oak Bay will see a bigger crowd than last Saturday. The game will start at 2.30, and will be played rain or shine, but as there is a large covered grandstand, there should be no fear of getting wet. The first games in the Vancouver Island championship were played last Saturday, both resulting disastrously to the local clubs. The Bays went down before Nanaimo, and the United Esquimalt before Ladysmith. Neither could be called a fair test, as in both instances a drenching rain fell during the game, and grounds were hardly lit for playing, and had it been two local teams the games would have been called off. Under these circumstances it should not discourage either of the teams, but only give them new interest and give them greater zest to win. The schedule of the Victoria district league is practically complete; the remaining games, however, will have no bearing on the final result, the championship going to the Bays. We extend our hearty congratulations to the Bays, as they have played a very conscientious game throughout the season and deserve great credit for the showing they have made. UMPIRE. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT. District of New Westminster. TAKE NOTICE that Roman Z. Chandler, of Vancouver, B. C, ocupation Broker, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 1âCommencing at a post planted ton chains south of the southeast corner of D. L. 1413; thence north ICO chains: thence east 40 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence west 40 chains to place of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. December 23, 1907. Jan 11. ROMAN Z. CHANDLER. Big Reduction in Clothing TO-DAY at Fit-Reform Wardrobe 1201 Government Street, Victoria. For School Trustee. LLOYD & CO., chimney sweepers and house-cleaners, 716 Pandora St. Satisfaction and cleanliness guaranteed. All orders by post or otherwise promptly attended to. Trial respectfully solicited. PHONE 191. Will You Take $500 a Year.... for your spare time. In other words the man who has a couple of hours morning and evening and will employ it in operating A Cyphers Incubator at his home can make from $500 in twelve months. We have a unique plan to work on and will be pleased to explain it to any one interested. Call or write. Watson & McGregor 647 Johnson Street, VICTORIA, B. C. ONE â AVEEK VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle of A'ictoria, B.C., Merchant, and James McLauchlan, of Victoria, B. C, Contractor, intend to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 1âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to the west of Robinson's Bight, on a small unnamed creek, being the southeast corner post; thence north 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. June 11, 11)07. JAMES HASTIE, Ladies and Gentlemen:â At the request of a large number of citizens, I am a candidate for School Trustee and respectfully solicit your vote and influence. ANGUS B. McNEILL. School Trustee. Ladies and Gentlemen:â At the request of a large number of citizens I am a candidate for School Trustee, and respectfully.solicit your vote and influence. J. B. McCALLUM. School Trustee. I beg to announce myself a candidate at the forthcoming election for School Trustee. J. W. BOLDEN. School Trustee. I beg to announce myself a candidate at the forthcoming election for School Trustee. MARGARET JENKINS. For Alderman. WARD ONE. Ladies and Gentlemen:â Having considerable Interests in the elty, and wishing' see it progress along clean lines, I heresy offer my services as Alderman for the above ward. W. C. STEWABT. New House to Rent, or For Sale. I have for immediate possession to rent or will sell on very easy terms âsmall cash paymentâone of the best built dwellings in the city. Only 15 minutes' walk from Post Office, and one block from car line. Situated in one of the best residential sections. Bungalow, with large balcony, seven-roomed house, absolutely new, with full sized cement basement, concrete floor; electric light in every room in the house. Hot and cold water equipment; heavy porcelain wash bowl and bath, also separate toilet in basement. Laundry in the basement equipped with latest concrete tubs and hot and cold water. Walk has been laid in extra heavy concrete from street to verandah steps. This is a proposition that will be snapped up quickly. Call or phone 1543. G. W. DEAN Adelphi Block - VICTORIA, B.C. Jan. 11. James H. McLauchlan. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle, of A'ictoria, B. C, Merchant, and James 11. McLauchlan, of A'ictoria, B. C, contractor, intend to apply for a special licence over the following described lands: No. 2âCommencing at a post planted about 4 mlles to the west of Robinson's Bight on a small unnamed creek, being the northeast corner post; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east SO chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. June 1_, 11107. JAMES HASTIE. Jan. 11. James H. McLauchlan. Most Particular Smokers Experience little or no difficulty in finding a cigar or blend of smoking mixture that fits their taste. Our Manila or Havana Cigars can't be beaten. We carry a most complete line of smokers' * sundries. Tho Army rÂ». a Â« MSe. Richardson Phone 343 a -.*,, lo THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908 NEW WESTMINSTER TRICT. LAND DIS- Distrlct of New Westminster. TAKE NOTICE that Roman Z. Chan- -dler, of Vancouver, B. C, occupation timber broker, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 2âCommencing at a post planted at northwest corner of T, L. 1S1S7; thence east 80 chains along the north line of T. L. 18187; thence north 80 Chains along the west line of T. L. 12502; thence east 80 chains along the north line of T. L. 12502; thence north 80 chains along the west line of T. L. 12503; thence in a southwesterly course along the line of the Capilano Water Reserve to place of commencement, and containing 640 acres of land, more or less. December 23, 1907. Jan 11. ROMAN 'l. CHANDLER. NOTICE ls hereby given that I, George French, prospector, of Skidegate, B.C., intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over G40 acres, bounded as follows:âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast oorner of Section 21, Township 4, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence running 80 chains north; thenco 80 chains east; thence 80 chains south to shore line; thence following shore line to point of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located December 12th. 1907. GEORGE FRENCH, Locator. Jan. 4 John Simister, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that I, Benjamin Kromp, of Skidegate, B. C, rancher, Intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and vetroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:â Commencing at a post planted near the beach at the southeast corner of Section 20, Township 4, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence 80 chains north;, thence 80 chains east; thence 80 chains south and over and under water; thence 80 chains west over and under water to point of commencement; containing 640 acres, more or less. Located November 30th, 1907. BENJAMIN KROMP, Locator. Jan. 4 John Simister, Agent. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains, more or less to River; thence southerly 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less Staked December 7. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Kimsqult River, about 4 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; tiience south SO chains to point of 'commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 9. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted at the S. E. Cor. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 50 and marked the N. E. Cor.; thence south SO ehains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains, more or less, to south boundary of lot 50; thence east SO chains along said boundary to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains east of the N. E. Cor. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 50, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. Cor.; thence east 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence 40 chains to bank of Salmon River; thence south 160 chains to point of commeneement, containing 640 acres. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Kimsqult River, about _ miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 10. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE thnt Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Kimsqult River, about 2% miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence east 80 chains; thence soutli 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 10. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. north SO chains; thenee west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 10. Commencing at a post planted about one mlle distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 9, marked S.E. Corner, Section 19, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 11. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 10, marked S.E. Corner, Section 30, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thenoe south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 12. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant In a northerly direction from claim No. 11, marked S.E. corner, Section 31, Township 36; thenee north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commeneement. Staked December 6th, 1907. T. S. McPHERSON. Dec. 28 Per Geo. H. Jackson. COAST LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 1. TAKE NOTICE that F. S. Buck of Vancouver, B.C., occupation lumberman, intends to apply for a special timber license over the following described lands: 1. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, 40 chains ln southerly direction from the N.E. corner of surveyed Lot 625 on north shore of lake; thence north SO chains more or less to the south line of T. L. 7714; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to this post. FRED. S. BUCK. 2. Commencing at a post planted about about 40 chains south and 80 chains east of N. E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to this post. Staked Dec. lst. Dec. 28 FRED. S. BUCK. NOTICE is hereby given that I, James Alfred Owens, prospector, Skidegate, B. C, intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:â Commencing at a post planted northeast corner, near the beach on south shore of Skidegate Inlet, B.C.; Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, supposed to be Seotion 6, Township 1; thence running SO chains south; thence SO chains west; thence 80 chains north to shore line; thence following shore line to point of commencement; containing 640 acres, more or less. Located November 29th, 1907. JAMES ALFRED OWENS, Jan. 4 Locator. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ¢ Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Salmon River, about 2 miles north of the N. E. C. of Lot 50 and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east SO chains; thenee north 80 chains; thence west SO chains, more or less, to bank of river; thence southerly 80 chains along bank of river to point of commencement, eontalnlng 640 acres. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â ... Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Salmon River, about 5 miles north of the N. E. C. ot Lot 50 and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chnins; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains, more or less, to River; thence southerly along river 160 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 7. THOMAS H, TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R- Morrison, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that I, Emily Margaret Johnston, of Victoria, B.C., intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:âCommencing at a post planted at the south-east corner of section 33, township one (1), Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence running 80 chains north; thence 80 chains east; thence SO chains : outh; thence 80 chains west to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Located December 6th, 1907. EMILY MARGARET JOHNSTON, Locator. Jan. 4. Christopher Johnson, Agent VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Kimsqult River, about 2 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. _.; thence east 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence west SO chains to bnnk of river; thence south SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 9. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the enst bank of Kimsqult River, about 3 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. DISTRICT OF RUPERT. TAKE NOTICE that I, T. S. McPherson, agent of Victoria, B.C., intend to apply for special timber license over the following described lands: 1. Commencing at a post planted about 4 miles distant in a northwesterly direction from the head of west arm of Quatsino sound and marked N.E. Cor. section 25. township 37, thenoe south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 2. Commencing at a post planted ahout 4 miles and In a northwesterly direction from the head of west arm, Quatsino Sound, marked S.E. Cor. Section 36, Township 37, thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 ehains; thenoe south SO chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 3. Commencing at a post planted about one mile in a westerly direction Claim No. 2, marked N.E. Cor., Section 26, Township 37; thence south 80 chatns; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 4. Commencing at a post planted about one mile ln a westerly direction from Claim No. 2, marked S. E. Cor., Section 3B, Township 37; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 ehains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 5. Commencing at a post planted about one mile in a northwesterly direction from claim No. 4, marked N.E. Corner, Section 34, Township 37; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Commencing at a post planted one mile distant in a northwesterly direction from claim No. 4, marked S. E. Corner, Section 3. Township 36; thenoe north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 7. Commencing at a post planted nbout one mile distant and ln a northwest direction from claim No. 6, marked S.E. corner, Section 9, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thenee south 80 chains: thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked Dec. 6th, 1907. 8. Commencing at a post planted about one mile In a northwesterly direction from claim No. 7, marked S. E. corner, section 17, township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 9. Commencing at a post planted about one mlle distant ln a westerly direction from claim No. 8, marked S. E. Corner, Section 18, Township 36; thence COAST LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range One. TAKE NOTICE that F. S. Buck of Vancouver, B.C., occupation lumberman, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 3. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, at tho head of a lake, and at N.E. end of said lake, and about 40 chains south and about 50 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence east 80 chains; thenee south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 ehains to point of commencement. Staked December 2n, 1907. No. 4. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, about 40 chains south and 130 chains east from N.E. eorner of surveyed lot 625, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north SO chains to point of commencement. Staked December Srd, 1907. No. 5. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, about 40 chains south and 210 chains east from N.E. oorner of surveyed lot 625, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north SO chains to point of commencement. No. 6. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, at the S.E. corner of T.L. 15S06; thence west 80 chains to the S.W. of T. L. 15806, thence north 40 chains; thenee west 20 chains; thence south 80 chains (more or less) to north shore of lake; thence east along shore of lake 100 chains; thenee north 40 chains (more or less) to point of commencement. Staked December 2nd, 1907. Dec. 28 F. S. BUCK. No. 34âCommencing at a post planted 10 chains east of the N.W. corner of No. 32, being about 10 chains east of Young's River and about three mlles north of Blanked Bluff, being the S.W. corner; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 160 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. No. 35âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. eorner, opposite No. 34 post, being about 10 chains east of Young's River, and about three mlles north of Blanket Bluff; thenee north 160 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence south 160 chains; thence east 40 chains to point of commencement. Nov. 24th, 1907. No. 36âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner about 10 chains east of the N.E. corner, 34 and 45 ohains east of Young's River, being five mlles northerly from Blanket Bluff; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 ehains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG, Dec. 28 J. W. Radly, Agent. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Superstructure of Swing Span. NOTICE is hereby given that the time for receiving tenders for the Superstructure Metal for Swing Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River, has been extended up to and Including Friday, the 31st day of January, 1908. F, C. GAMBLE, Public Works Engineer. Lands and Works Department, Vietoria, B.C., December 17th, 1907. Dee. 28 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 2. TAKE NOTICE that George Young, of Victoria, B.C., Timber Cruiser, in tends to apply for special timber licences over the following desoribed lands: No. 26âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner, near Clyak River, being 6 miles N.E. from the Junction of Young and Clyak Rivers and opposite the N.E. corner of No. 16, thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 27âCommencing at a post planted at the S.W. corner, opposite the N. W. Corner of N. 17, being about 5 chains east of Clyak River and about 7 miles N.E. from the Junction of Young and Clyak River, thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 28âCommencing at a post planted on the river bank at the S.W. eorner and opposite the N.W. corner of No. 27, being one-half mile northerly from Bever Rapids, Clyak River; thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thenee west 64 ohains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 29âCommencing at a post planted on the river bank at the S.E. corner and opposite the N.E. corner of No. 26, being one-half mile south of Bever Rapids, Clyak River; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 30âCommencing at a post planted on the bank at the S. E. corner and opposite No. 28, being one-half mile north of Bever Rapids, Clyak River, thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thenco east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 31âCommencing at a post planted at the S. E. corner about 10 chains west from the N.E. corner of No. 28, on the river bank, about one and three- quarter miles north of Bever Rapids on Clyak River; thence north 80 chatns; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 32âCommencing at a post planted at the S. W. eorner, about flve (B) chains east of Young's River, being about nine and one-quarter miles from Its junction with Clyak River, and opposite the N. W. corner of No. 25; thence north 100 chains: thence east 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence we3t 64 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. No. 33âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner about 5 chains east of Young's River, being about nine and one-quarter miles from the junction of Young and Clyak Rivers and opposite No. 32; thence north 100 chains; thence west 61 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that J. A. Johnson, of Vancouver, cruiser, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â 1. Commencing at a post planted on the southwest corner of Leose No. 2; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thenoe west along south boundary of said lease 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 2. Commencing at a post planted on the south bank of river running into Beaver Cove, and on the west boundary of Lease No. 2; thence south 80 ohains; thence west 80 chains; thenee north SO chains; thence east 80 chains along bank of said river to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 3. Commencing at a post planted about 80 ehains west of west boundary of Lease No. 2, and on south bank of a river running into Beaver Cove; thence south 160 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains along bank of said river to point of eommeneement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 4. Commencing at a post planted about the southeast corner of T. L. No. 11,596; thence south 80 chains; thenee west SO chains; thenco north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. B. Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains east of the south-east corner of T. L. 11,395; thence east 160 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 160 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 6. Commencing at a post planted about 20 chains south of the southwest corner of Lease No. 2; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thenee east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27-th, 1907. Dated December 27th, 1907. Jan 4. J. A. JOHNSON. NOTICE TO LOGGERS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Film. ALTERNATIVE sealed tenders, superscribed "Tender for Piles, Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River," will be received by the Honourable the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, Victoria, B. C, up to and including _â¢ Tuesday, the 31st of December, 1907, for furnishing and delivering at the bridge site on the North Arm of the Fraser River, on the line of the Cemetery Road, lir and cedar piles. About six hundred (600) will be re- quired, varying in length from twenty y> (20) to forty-five (4B) feet. They must be straight, sound, and not less than qj ten (10 inches at the small end. No butts will be accepted. Further printed particulars can be obtained on application to the undersigned. Tenderers must state the price per oO lineal foot for piles delivered. ->) The successful tenderer will be furnished with a list giving the number of piles required and the length of each. Each tender must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certlflcate . of deposit on a chartered bank of Ca- >nj nada, made payable to the order of the en Honourable the Chief Commissioner, In lo the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars ($250), which shall be forfeited 911 if the party tendering decline or neglect to enter into contract when called upon to do so, or fail to complete the work contracted for. The cheques or certificates of deposit of unsuccessful ten- tenderers will be returned to them up- ., on the execution of the contract. o Tenders will not be considered unless made out on the form supplied, signed with the actual signatures of the tenderers, and enclosed in the envelope furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Nov. 30 Public Works Engineer. LAND REGISTRY ACT. In the matter of an application for a Duplicate Certificate of Title to Lot B of Lot 7 of Section 10, (Map 280), Esquimalt District, Victoria City. Notice is hereby given that lt is my intention at the expiration of one month from the first publication hereof to Issue a Duplicate of the Certificate of Title to said lot, issued to George A. Cold- well on the 6th day of June, 1899, and numbered B296C. Land Registry Office, Victoria, B.C., the 21st day of November, 1907. S. Y. WOOTTON, Nov. 23 Registrar-General. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that Roland D. Craig, of Vancouver, occupation Foroster, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted one (1) mile south and 20 chains west from the southwest corner of L. 222, West Fork of Adams River; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 ehains; thenoe north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains. December 20th, 1907. Jan. 4 ROLAND D. CRAIG. VICTORIA LANn DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that M. J. Kinney, of Portland, Ore., occupation Lumberman, Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post planted on the north line of Township 10, Rupert District, where the said line intersects the shore line of the east side of Marble Bay; thenee northerly following the shore line a distance of about 200 chains to the northeast corner of lot 315. Staked the 16th day of December, 1907 M. J. KINNEY. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that The Quatsino Power and Puly Company, of Victoria, B.C., occupation, A Pulp Company, Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post planted on the north line of Township 10, Marble Cove, Rupert District, where the said line intersects the shore line on the east side of Marble Bay; thence southerly following the shore line a distance of about 120 chains to a point intersecting the mouth of Marble Creek. Staked the 16th day of December, 1907. THE QUATSINO POWER & PULP COMPANY. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlorson, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that Enoch A. White, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Lumberman, intends to apply for permission to lease the following descrlhed foreshore: Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of an Indian Reserve at the head of Quatsino Narrows. Rupert District, thence southerly following the shore line a distance of about 160 chains to a poln? Intersecting the mouth of Marble Creek, Including small Island on north line of section 10. ENOCH A. WHITE. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. _ Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Superstructure of Swing Span. SEALED TENDERS, superscribed "Tender for Superstructure Metal for Swing Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River," will be received by the Hon. the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, Victoria, B.C., up to and including Tuesday, the 31st of December, 1907, for manufacturing and delivering, â¢ f. o. b., scow at Vancouver or New- Westminster, all the metal work re quired for the superstructure of a stet* swing span. Drawings, specifications, condition' contract and tender may be seen m intending tenderers on and after Tuesday, the 26th of November, 1907, at the ofllce of the Public Works Engineer Lands and Works Department, and f. the office of the Provincial Timber spector, Court House, Vancouver, B.C. Each tender must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certlflcate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the order of the Honourable the Chief Commissioner in the sum of two hundred and fifty ($260) â¢ dollars, which shall be forfeited if the party tendering decline or neglect to enter into contract when called upon to do so. The cheques or certificates of deposit of successful tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contract. The successful tenderer will be called upon to furnish a bond, himself and two securities, satisfactory to the Honourable the Chief Commissioner, in the sum of $1,000 each, or to furnish a bond of a Guarantee Company satisfactory to the Honourable the Chief Commissioner in the sum of $3,000 for the due fulfilment of the work contracted for. Upon the execution of the contract and a satisfactory bond being supplied, signed with the actual signatures of the tenderers and enclosed In the envelopes furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Nov. 30 Public Works Engineer. DISTRICT OF CASSIAR. TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., of Vancouver, occupation, , Intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described land: Commencing at a post planted at the southwest corner of Lot 308, Cassiar District; thence north 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence south to shore line of Goose Bay; thence easterly along shore line to the south boundary of Lot 308 and thence west to point of commencement, containing about 200 Date Nov. llth, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO., Nov. 16 Per J. H. McGregor George Young. Agent, TAKE NOTICE that George Young and Arthur Bell, of Victoria, B.C., Timber Dealers, intend to apply for the rite to purchase the following described lands ln Kildalla Bay, Rivers Inlet; commencing at this post planted on the east side of the Bay about one-third of a mile from the point at the mouth of the Bay, being the southwest corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 90 chains to beach; thence south along beach to point of commencement; containing 40 acres, more or less. ' Staked Nov. 25, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG & ARTHUR BELL, Dec. 7 George Young, Agent. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n 19(8 ir LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY. Private Bills. The time limited by the rules of the iiouse for the presentation of petitions for leave to introduce private bills expires on Monday, 27 January, 1908. Bills must be presented to the house by Thursday, 6th February, 1908. Reports on bills will not be received â¢ifter Thursday, 13th February, 1908. Copies of the bill, petition and notices must be deposited with the undersigned, and the house fees paid, not later than Wednesday, 8th January, 108. Dated this 2nd day of December, 107. THORNTON FELL, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly. TAKE NOTICE that M. Brennan, of ,tso Lake, occupation Farmer, Intends 1 apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post marked M. B. Southeast Corner, situated about 40 chains north and 40 chains east of Lot 325, N.E. Cor.; thence 40 chains north; 'ence 40 chains west; thence 40 chains south; thence 60 chains east to point commencemnent, containing 240 acres. Dated November 16, 1907. â -.. 14 MARK BRENNAN. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Kathleen Lake. TAKE NOTICE that Enoch A. White, of Victoria, B.C., lumberman, intends â¢*o apply for a special timber license ver the following described lands: 8. Commencing at a post planted at the southwest corner of T. L. 16,381, on Cathleen Lake, marked "E. A. W.'s N.W. rner post to Claim No. 8"; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to commencement. Staked November 30th, 1907. District of Rupert, Kathleen Lake. !. Commencing at a post planted at Ue southeast corner of T. L. 13,045, on Kathleen Lake, marked "E. A. W.'s S.W. â .orner post to Claim No. 1"; thence east 40 chains; thence north 80 chains; â¢*.ence west 140 chains; thence south 20 chains to T. L. 13,045; thence following north line of T. L. 13,045 east and south to commencement. Staked November 30th, 1907. ENOCH A. WHITE. , >ec. 21 T. D. Harris, Agent. south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north along shore of Lake Yakoun 80 chains more or less; thence east about 70 chains more or less, to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.42 a.m., 1907. DAN DONALD. Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post planted W. A. R.'s N.E. corner post, placed at the N.E. corner of section 11, township 10, thence south 80 ehains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 11.50 a.m., 1907. W. A. ROBERTSON. Dec. 21 J. B. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereDy given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal on the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia. Commencing at a post marked J. R. S.'s N.W. corner post, placed at the N.W. corner of section 12, township 10, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated November 27th, 11.56 a.mâ 1907. J. R. STEWART, Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. (c) Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of P. R. 1,745, on Marble Creek, marked "E. A. W.'s N.W. corner post to Claim C"; thence south 40 ohains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence east 20 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence east 20 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 120 chatns to commencement. Staked December 5th, 1907. Dated Victoria, B.C., Dec. 10th, 1907. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. (d) Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of Lot' 192, on Quatsino Narrows, marked "E. A. W.'s S. W. corner post to Claim D."; thence east about 30 chains to T. L. 14,467; then*; north SO chains; thence east about 80 chains to Marble Creek; thence north and west along shore to Indian Reserve; thence south and west along line of Indian Reserve to Quatsino Narrows; thence following shore of said arrows southwesterly to commencement. Dated Victoria, December 10th, 1907. .. ENOCH A. WHITE. [o 21 Thomas D. Harris, Agent. to SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. i-Jdt jTICE is nereoy given that thirty iys after date I intend to apply to Â«. Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands ii Works for a special license to iiliect for coal upon the following scribed land, situate on Graham â¢â land, Queen Charlotte Group, in the rovlnce of British Columbia. Commencing at a post marked M. B.'s S. W. Corner post, placed at the S. W. orner of section 24, township 10, thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; hence west 40 ehains; thence south 40 â¢hains to point of commencement, con- :tning 160 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.30 a.mâ 1907. MURRAY BROWN. â¢ec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, In the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post marked Z. M. H.'s S.E. Corner post, placed at the S.E. corner of section 23, township 10, thence north 160 chains; thence wost about 30 chains; thence south following shore line of Lake Yakoun 160 chains more or less; thence east about 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.30 a.m., 1907. Z. M. HAMILTON, Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post marked J. E. D.'s N. E. corner post, placed at the N. E. corner of section 2, township 10, thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 12.65 p.m., 1907. Dec.21 J. E. DOYEN, Locator. NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days mouth of Evelyn River; thence east 120 after date, I intend to apply to the chains; thence south 40 chains; thence Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and west 80 chains; thence south 40 chains; Works for a licence to prospect for coal thence west 40 chains; thence north 80 and petroleum on the following de- chains to point of commencement, scribed lands, situated In the District Nov. Sth, 1907. of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of No. 2âCommencing at a post planted British Columbia:âCommencing at a on the south bank of the Sheemahantz post marked "Robert G. Johnston's N. River, flve chains west of the mouth W. corner," and planted at the north- of Marvel Creek, being the southeast west corner of section 12, township 10; corner, thence west 64 chains; thence thence 80 chains east; thence 80 chains north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; south; thence 80 chains west; thence thence south 100 chains to point of 80 chains north to the voint of com- commencement, mencement. Nov. Sth, 1907. Staked Nov. 28th, 9.30 a.m., 1907. No. 3âCommencing at a post planted Dec. 21 ROBERT G. JOHNSTON. 10 chains east of the southeast corner â-ââ-â-â-ââ ââââ¢â¢---ââ -âââââ of T. L. 14065, and about one and one- NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days half miles west of the Neechantz River after date, I Intend to apply to the being the northeast corner post; thence Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; Works for a licence to prospect for coal thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 and petroleum on the following de- chains to point of commencement, scribed lands, situated in the District of GEORGE YOUNG & ARTHUR BELL, Skeena, Graham Island, Province of Dec. 14 George Young, Agent. British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "George B. Baillie's N.W| NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT corner," and planted at the northwest District of New Westminster, corner of section 1, township 11; thence TAKE NOTICE that Harry McMlcken SO chains east; thence 80 chains south; ICeefer of Vancouver, occupation Broker, thence SO chains west; thence 80 chains Intends to apply for permission to lease north to the point of commencement. the following described land: Staked Nov. 28th, 11.30 a.m., 1907. Commencing at a post planted on the GEORGE B. BAILLIE. N. E. Coast of Savary Island and about Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. 25 chains from the easterly end of the ââ Island, thence west 20 chains to low NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days water mark; thence south 400 chains after date, I intend to apply to the along low water mark; thence east 20 Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and chains to high water mark; thence north Works for a licence to prospect for coal 400 chains to point of commencement, and petroleum on the following de- and containing eight hundred acres, scribed lands, situated in the District more or less, of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of Dated Dec. 2nd, 1907. British Columbia:âCommencing at a Dec 14 HARRY McMICKENKEEFER, post marked "Sarah C. Johnston's N.E. â corner," and planted at the northeast NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT corner of section 2, township 11; thence District of New Westminster. ILtlTo ohrtÂ» ntX^h0enCcheal8n0Scha6intâ i TAKH NOTICE that Frederick Patent to thepointot'commencement rick RÂ°Sers of Vancouver, occupation Staked Nov 28thf UJO SS1?07. carpenter, intends, to .apply for. permis- north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chalng back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. G. A. FRASER, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted two miles west of the northwest corner of the claim of John A. McMaster, being about twenty miles weat of McCoy's Cove, on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south 80 chains; east SO chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. C. J. SPRATT, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. Dec. 21 SARAH C. JOHNSTON. Robert G. Johnston, Agent. slon to purchase the following described land: Commencing at a post planted at the S. W. corner of Lot 1347, G. I., New 0 thence affe?TS1SIhSÂ£/raS Vll VÂ«.-&â¢ $___l; "thenct wesâ¢ Hon'chfcf CommKSLer o^Lands anl cha'ns; $Â«Â£. north 20 chains; thenc â WnrUs fnr n licpnrp tn nrosneot for east 2() cliains thence south 20 chains Sairkind0rpe"roVe0uemeont0thPer0?onowing Jo point of commencement, containing described lands, situated in the District Â«"wÂ» â¢Â°Â»Â»Â» â >e^ Dated November 26th, 1907. FREDERICK PATRICK ROGERS. Dec.14 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal on the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post marked J. T. J.'s N.W. corner post, placed at the N.W. corner of section 1, township 10; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 1.05 p.m., 1907. JOHN T. JOHNSTON, Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of section 10, township 10; thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains west; NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains days after date I intend to apply to east to the point of commencement. the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands Staked November 27th, 11.45 a.m., 1907 and Works for a licence to prospect for JOHN G. JOHNSTON. coal on tlie following described lands: Dec.21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. Commencing at a post planted at the Manager TIMBER MAPS OrricE Phone 153^ Re-ioence 4-38 posted up to date eyery day. ELECTRIC BLUE PRINTX MAP CO. VICTORIA. B.C.. CHANCERY CHAMBERS. BLUE PRINTING 52 LANGLEY STREET DRAUGHTING OFFICE. NOTICE is "nereoy given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated ln the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "Thomas Franklin's N.W. corner," and planted at the northwest corner of section 13, township 16 thence 80 chains east; thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chains north to the point of commencement. Staked November 27th, 1.45 p.m., 1907. THOS. FRANKLIN. Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTTCE ls hereby given that 30 days after date I intend -*ply to the Hon. Chief Commlsslone ds and Works for a special licen prospect for coal upon the follown. described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia. Commencing at a post marked L. B. V.D.'s N.W. Corner post placed at the N. W. corner of section 13, township 10, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.38 a.m., 1907. L. B. VAN DECAR. Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island. Queen Charlotte Group, In the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post marked D. D.'s N.E. corner post, placed at the N.E. Corner of section 14, township 10, thence NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days after date, I intend ti apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated in the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "James Scott's N.E. corner," and planted at the northeast corner of section 14, township 10; thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains east to place of commencement. Staked November 27th, 1.30 p.m., 1907. JAMES SCOTT, Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated in the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "Amos Adsit's S.W. corner," and planted at the southwest corner of section 24, township 10; thence 40 chains north; thence 40 chains west; thence 40 chains south to the place of commencement. Staked November 27th, 1.16 p.m., 1907. AMOS ADSIT. Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. Complete set of. Maps showing all TIMBER LICENCES and other Lands taken up in Br itish Columbia. Blue Prints can be obtained at short notice. LICENCE TO AN EXTRA-PROVINCI.. I. COMPANY. "Companies Act, 1897." northwest corner of the claim of S. A. Ramsay, being about sixteen miles west of McCoy's Cove on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north SO chains; west 80 chains; south 80 o!*ains; east 80 chains back,to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. WALTER B. PITFIELD. A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to thi Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated in the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "Alfred Carey's S.E. corner," and planted at the southeast corner of section 23, township 10; thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains east to the point of commencement. Staked Nov. 27th, 1 p.m., 1907. ALFRED CAREY, Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. NOTICE ls herebp given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to vrospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated In the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "Ellen J. Baillie's northeast corner," and planted at the northeast corner of section 11, township 10, thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains east to the point of commencement. Staked Nov. 28th, 9.30 a.m., 1907. ELLEN J. BAILLIE. Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. Canada: Province of British Columbia. No. 417. THIS is to certify that "The New Zealand Insurance Company" is authorised and licensed to carry on business within the Province of British Colum- De0- 14 bia, and to carry out or effect all or any of the objects of the Company to which NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty the legislative authority of the Legisla- 'lays al'ter date I Intend to apply to the ture of British Columbia extends. Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and The head office of the Company is Works for a license to prospect for coal situate at the City of Auckland, In the on the following described lands: Colony of New Zealand. Commencing at a post planted two The amount of the capital of the miles west of the northwest corner of Company Is one million pounds, divided tlie claim of S. A. Ramsay, being about into ten thousand shares of one hun- eighteen miles west of McCoy's Cove dred pounds each. on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, The head office of the Company In Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands this Province is situate at Victoria, and Croup; thence south SO chains; east 80 James Hill Lawson, merchant, whose chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains address is Victoria ,B.C, is the attorney back to the place of commencement, con- for the Company. taining 640 acres. Given under my hand and seal of Located this 4th day of December, office at Victoria, Province of British A.D. 1907. Columbia, this 28th day of November, JOHN A. McMASTER, one thousand nine hundred and seven. Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. (L. S.) S. Y. WOOTTON, Registrar of Joint Stock Companies. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty The objects for which this Company days after date I intend to apply to has been established and licensed are: the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands To carry on the business of Are and and Works for a licence to prospect for marine insurance in all Its branches or COal on the following described lands: such of those branches as the Com- Commencing at a post planted at the pany shall from time to time determine, northwest corner of the claim of John and to do all such other things as nre John A. McMaster, being about eighteen Incidental or conducive to the attain- miles west of McCoy's Cove on the NOTICE ls nereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of C. J. Spratt, being about twenty miles west of McCoy's Cove, on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. J. W. RUTLEDGE, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a license to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of C. J. Spratt, being about twenty mlles west of McCoy's Cove on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thenco south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. D. C. McDONALD, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted two miles north of the northwest corner of the claim of Robert Hamilton, being about six miles north of the Cowgltz mines on the north shore of Skledgate Inlet on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south 80 chains; east 80 chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 26th day of November, A.D. 1907. J. H. YOUNG, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of J. H._. Young, being about six miles north of the Cowgitz mines on the north shore of Skidegate Inlet, on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east SO chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 26th day of November, A.D. 1907. J. F. YOUNG, Dec 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. ment of those objects. Dec. 14. B.C. Timber Maps north side of Cumshewa Inlet. Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thenco north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south SO chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. J. A. HINTON, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. of All Districts NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post plnnted at the northwest comer of the claim of John â"-â-* A. McMaster. being about eighteen mllos west of McCoy's Cove on the north side VANCOUVER MAP Slid BLUE-PRINT CO. of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thonco south SO chains; west SO chains; north SO chains; east 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. THOMAS COOPER, Dec.14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. Suite 20-jt Crowe nnd Wilson ChHtnbers. VANCOUVER, B. C. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty days after date 1 intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at the post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of J. H. Young, being about six miles north of the Cowgltz Mines on the north shore of Skidegate Inlet, on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south SO chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 26th day of November, A.D. 1907. FRED. YOUNG, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a license to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of J. H. Young, being about six miles north of the Cowgits Mines on the north shore of Skidegate Inlet, on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains back to tho place of commencement containing 040 acres. Located this 26th day of November, A. D. 1907. ROBERT YOUNG, Dec.14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. DISTRICT OF CASSAIR. TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., of Vancouver, occupation, , Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land, about 40 acres: Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Lot? 479; thence following high water mark south anil west to the southeast cornor of Lot 308; thenee east five chains; thence north and east following a line parallel to high wnter mark about SO chains to a point 5 chains south of point of commencement and thence to snld point of commencement. Dated Nov. 25th, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO., Dec. 7 Per J. Herrick MacGregor. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty TAKE NOTICE that George Young days after date I Intend to apply to thc and Arthur Bell of Victoria, B.C., Tim- Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and ber Dealers. Intend to apply for special Works for a license to prospect for coal llconse over the following described 0n the following described lands: lands on the Sheomahantz River, Rivers Commencing at a post plantod at the Inlet: northwost corner of the claim of John No. 1âCommencing at a post planted A. McMaster. being about eighteen miles on the south bank of the Sheemahantz west of McCoy's Cove nn the north side Itiver at the northwest corner, being one of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Islands, mile east and 10 chains south of the Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence DISTRICT OT CASSIAR. TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., or Vancouver, occupation, , Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land, about 3 acres: Commencing nt a post planted at the south east cornor post of Lot 479; thence north one chain; thence southwesterly parallel to high water mark, about 30 chains to west boundary of Lot 479; thence south about one chain forty links to high water mnrk and thence along high water mark to point of commencement. Dated Nov. 26th, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO., Dec. 7 Per J. Herrick MacGregor. -f-W- -a *. f i a THE WEEK, SATURDAY JANUARY u, 1908, Tlie daily press, amid the A Screw exigencies of party politics kÂ°ose- ancl .Municipal campaigns, has not found time to comment upon the fact that in connection with the Canadian-Mexican Steamship Line there is a screw loose somewhere, Lf nothing were affected but the interests of the Steamship Company, the matter might be left to its officers, but when a question of public safety is involved, it would be criminal to maintain silence. The Week- has always kept a sharp look-out for "coffin" ships, and has done its utmost to focus public attention upon vessels which were known to be dangerous. For several reasons the boats of the Canadian-Mexican Steamship Co. call for special attention at the present time. When the Lonsdale returns from her last trip, she will bring a mutinous crew, presumably in irons, the members of which have been detained at Mazatlan in consequence of an outbreak which occurred on the southern voyage. Tlie few details of this occurrence which have leaked out are sufficiently disconcerting. The crew mutinied in a body, charged the bridge and were only repelled by the combined resistance of the officers and passengers, firearms being freely used. On the previous voyage the only passengers were a lady and her little girl. What would have been the result if the mutiny had occurred on that trip, with no stalwart passengers like Mr. Donley to lend a helping hand. The AVeek has recently given prominence to the true story of the death of Chung Won, tbe Chinaman who had epileptic seizures and died in the Victoria Police Cells because the Canadian- Mexican Steamship Company failed to provide proper attendants to look after him in the Marine Hospital. Enquiry elicits the information that for some time the relations between the Captain of the Lonsdale and his crew have been of such a character as would certainly result in mutiny sooner or later. How far the Company is liable for permitting the continuance of this state of affairs may be doubtful to the legal mind, but it presents no difficulty to the layman. When a Transportation Company caters for passenger service it is bound to see tbat those who commit tlieir lives to its keping are not left at the mercy of a mutinous crew or a Captain who is on habitually unfriendly terms with his subordinates. Unless, however, The Week is misinformed and it has taken special care to verify the statement, the recent trouble on the Georgia was a far more serious matter than anything which lias occurred on the Lonsdale. The Officers of the Georgia, to a man, were of opinion that she was un-seaworthy; they had been uneasy for a long time before reaching Victoria last week. Even coin- sent conducted, is little better than a farce, and that the public safety demands the abolition of a system under which such a vessel as the Clallam, for instance, was pronounced safe by an authorized Inspector who is still acting in the port of Victoria. The further moral is that the Canadian-Mexican Steamship Company should "set tlieir house in order" less a worse fate befall them than the out-spoken criticism of a journal which has taken the trouble to find out the truth. Victoria Water System. Unless the Mayor abandons his present intention, the Citizens of Victoria will on the 16 th of the month vote upon the water by-law, which provides for the raising of $01!),000 to perpetuate the present Elk Lake system. The Colonist very properly points out that there is one exceedingly weak link in this chain. It is that .Elk Lake is only regarded as a possible water supply for 20 or 25 years, and if the population should reach 50,000 before that time, another source would require to become operative. Apart from the fact that 50,000 people would require the whole of the water computed by Air. Adams to be available at this point, the Mayor himself admits that the element of safety would become a factor, and that to avoid using polluted water Elk Lake would have to be abandoned. It will hardly be possible to enunciate a stronger argument against the scheme, and it is not likely that tbe citizens of Victoria will be content to spend $610,000 on a project which, by the admission of its promoters, contains an element of danger which may become operative in a few years. The Week would like to carry this point a little further. It has no desire to alarm the City, but is in possession of information which it would not be wise to make public, but which it hereby tenders to the City Council or the Health Committee which conclusively shows that Elk Lake water in its purest form contains an element which is highly prejudicial to the public health aud which has stamped itself standpoint and who have always realized that the issues were so far-reaching that there could be no settlement, except at the hands of the Imperial Government. Just what the settlement will ultimately be is still uncertain, that it will meet the rea- onable wishes of all Canadians cannot be doubted. England is not unmindful of, nor has ever been indifferent to, the wishes of any section of the Empire when those wishes have been preferred in a constitutional manner. Her foreign policy has been characterized by "suaviter in modo" and "fortiter in re." There need be no fear but that this tradition will be maintained. Neither Japan nor any other country will be permitted to break faith either in the written word or the spirit of a treaty with England without being called to account. Much can yet be effected by skilful diplomacy, even such extremists as Duncan Ross and D. G. McPherson realize that a proud ancl victorious race like the Japanese cannot be handled in the same manner as the Zulus or the Matabeles; but that the stolid determination of John Bull to see fair play in all his Dominions can for a moment be resisted by Japan or any other world power without arousing his spirit cannot for a moment be imagined. When Exclu- sionist Leagues and their sympathisers realize that they have only been pulling the chestnuts out of the fire for American politicians at the bidding of American agitators, they will disband and join the ranks of those who have never ceased their efforts to make ancl maintain Canada a "white man's country." The Testing Time. Toronto Saturday Night is easily the most influential independent journal in Canada. Its policy and literary qualities are alike excellent. The AVeek has ventured to deplore the absence of those brilliant flashes which were wont to illuminate its editorial columns in the clays of Mr. Shepherd, but it is only fair to say that his young and capable successor is rapidly catching him up. The atti- upon the mortality statistics of the City, tude of the paper on all moral questions It would be interesting to know the nature is admirable. It is devoid of cant, fear- of Mr. Adams' examination as to the "quality" of Elk Lake water. Evidences are accumulating that the question of Oriental Immigration will ultimately ___ Asiatic Question. be settled upon a broad basis. There have been differences of Saturday last the Editor comes out boldly less, far-seeing. Its recent criticism of the inconsistency of so-called Christian communities sending missionaries to convert people with ,a higher standard of morality than themselves, has attracted widespread attention, limited criticism and general commendation. In the issue of opinion as to methods, but practically none as to the necessity of co-operation for protective purposes. Those who looked ahead could not but condemn the hysterical revolutionary and unconstitutional methods of the various Exclusion Leagues. Not be- with a cogent article on the attitude of the Toronto Globe towards Dr. Beattie Nesbitt. It reminds the Rev. J. A. McDonald that ho has driven up an Alley and must either emerge at the other end or perish. He has undertaken to fight a public man ing up the Straits from Vancouver, they cause they lacked sympathy with the object with a weapon whicli has two edges. He ' ' ' ' ' of these organizations, but because as loyal confronted Dr. Nesbitt with a drunken Canadians and loyal British subjects they freak, in which he figured eighteen months Â«go ami demanded that he should be turned down on that account. Saturday Night says and says very truly that the significance of this attitude lies not so much in the rejection of Dr. Nesbitt but in the test which it will furnish to determine whether the Rev. J. A. McDonald is sincere or an arrant hypocrite. If he emerges at the other end of the alley to use the same weapon upon every man who shipped so much water that when they reached Victoria they practically presented a "Round Robin" to the Company, and refused to sail until the vessel had been inspected. The reason alleged for shipping water so heavily and for difficulties in navigating the vessel, was that, her boilers were in very bad condition and the Engineer dare not maintain a sufficient pressure of steam to enable him to navigate the vessel properly. There were other minor complaints but this was the difficulty tlie Officers of the Company who are in Victoria consented to an inspection. It was made by the local inspectors and tlieir report pronounced the Georgia seaworthy, but the inspection was not of a character to inspire confidence, because the fires were not taken out to admit of an internal examination of the boilers. No question bad been raised about the hull, and it is difficult to reconcile the action of the officers in finally agreeing to sail without such an examination as they had declared necessary, To a representative of The Week, an officer of the Company declared that a thorough examination would have required several days; the cursory one referred to occupied only a few hours. The Georgia is eighteen years old, aud the hull should be good for some years to come, but tlie boilers tire admittedly defective, and can only proceed at a lower pressure than it. requires to navigate such a vessel in a storm. The moral of the whole affair is that inspection, as at pre- were bound to condemn their methods. A few months have been sufficient to vindicate their attitude; already the Exclusion Leagues have been abandoned by the majority of those who first supported thein, and there is a widespread recognition of the fact that an Imperial problem could not be solved on the basis of local considerations. Determined resistance of Britisli Columbia to the continued influx of important one. After considerable Orientals has attracted world-wide atten- claims the suffrages of the people regard- ' ' " " ' tion ancl has lifted the subject into the less of his political proclivities and his arena of Imperial policy even if it has associates, then the reverend gentleman not brought it within the range of prac- will have vindicated his right to use the tical politics. One no longer hears that weapon against Dr. Nesbitt, at any rate the question must be settled regardless of on the ground of sincerity. If he fails Imperial interests, and International Saturday Night declares that he is down Alliances. One no longer hears the East- and out, and that he will drag his journal em Canadian Press denouncing the at- with him. The vista of possibilities sug- titude of British Columbia in contemptu- gested by this reflection is wide and far- ous terms. The leading journals of reaching. The Rev. J. A. McDonald will Ontario and Quebec have within the last fiÂ»(' plenty of material ready to his hand few weeks admitted that the question is of ' A Worthy Citizen. Among the worthy citizens who have offered themselves for a vacancy on the Board of School Trustees, is Mr. P. J. Riddell, a gentleman who has already served in that capacity with conspicuous success. Mr. Riddell is just the type of man to occupy a public position, a man of high personal character and integrity, he is essentially cautious, and one who weighs his actions carefully and cannot by any means be stampeded into hasty conclusions. His record shows that he is a student of school work and that with him the work a school trustee is a labour of love. The ratepayers will make no mistake in supporting Mr. Riddell for another term. much more than local importance. The English Press, informed not only by Canadian Exchanges but by cabled reports of the action of the Japanese Government in Manchuria and Corea, has adopted a more sympathetic attitude to the wishes of British Columbia. The present position litis been brought about less by the revolutionary tactics of the Exclusionists than by the reasonable presentment of the Press and of public men who have always regarded the question from an Imperial in his own party, no doubt he will desire to show his strict fairness and even up matters by selecting his next victim from the Liberal ranks. His financial backers aro known to be the biggest boodlers in Canada, perhaps he will turn and rend them, we shall see. Saturday Night concludes with the significant question, "Will the Globe apply the same test of fitness to its own friends in the Provincial ancl Dominion elections that it has applied to its enemy, Dr. Nesbitt, in this Mayoralty campaign. Mr. F. J. Bittancourt. Mr. Bittancourt is seeking election because he believes that there are a number of important matters which the present council has neglected, notably improvement in the freight and transportation facilities, thc early solution of the waterworks question, improvement of the streets and an increase in the lire fighting appliances and staff. In his own ward, Mr. Bittancourt wants the straightening of the streets, more permanent walks, improved lighting, better sewage and a traffic bridge from some spot at or near Johnson street, and a road and walk across thc reserve. To Be Noted. F. G. T. Lucas, the well known barrister of Vancouver, announces the formation of a new partnership, un-i der the name of Harvey, MtjCarter & Lucas. Mr. J. A. Harvey, K.C, of Cranbrook, and Mr. George S. Mc- Carter of Revelstoke have now become identified with Mr. Lucas. Mr. Harvey is the senior member of the firm of Harvey & McCarter of Cranbrook, and Mr. McCarter, head of the Revelstoke legal firm of Harvej, McCarter & Pinkhani. Neither of the new members will change their present abode, though it is likely that Mr. McCarter will become more actively associated with the Vancouver end of the new partnership. Mr. Lucas is the son of Mr. Alexander Lucas, Provincial Assessor of Kaslo, B.C. A woman landed the other day at New York, bringing from Europe a wedding trousseau and a mourning outfit. Ready for any emergency. The Washington Star notes that bullfights are occasionally given in Mexico "for charity." And the Star comments: "It may be merciful when compared with some of the bazaars, fairs and lawn fetes that are held in this country for charity's sake. In this Mexican affair it is the bulls and not the men that will be stuck." Fresh. EmployerâLook here, I didn't go into business yesterday!" New Clerkâ"Was it this morning, sir?" Willing To Stand a Good Deal. Dorisâ"But I never told you that I have a brother-in-law who is a senator." Harryâ"No matter, darling. Even* that fact cannot separate us." Blew Himself Up. First AutoistâThey tell me your chauffeur is an angel. Second AutistâI reckon he is about now. He lighted a match this morning to sec if the gasoline tank was full. 1 V ______ _y vinnrrrinrrinrrÂ«TirrirÂ«YÂ«Tnn Kingsford Smith & Co. Stock and General AUCTIONEERS Commission and Real Estate Agents. 860 Qranrille, Vancouver. Ji. a a g.ft_a aiuuLtJuuuUL)uuuuuLa.A! Vancouver Edition The Week Zl British eolumbia Review, Published at Victoria and Vancouver B. 6. Vol. IV. No. 50 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 1908 The daily press, amid the A Screw exigencies of party politics Loose. and Municipal campaigns, has not found time to comment upon the fact that in connection with the Canadian-Mexican Steamship Line there is a screw loose somewhere. If nothing were affected but the interests of the Steamship Company, the matter might be left to its officers, but when a question of public safety is involved, it would be criminal to maintain silence. The Week has always kept a sharp look-out for 'coffin" ships, and has done it's utmost to focus public attention upon vessels which were known to be dangerous. For several â¢easons the boats of the Canadian-Mexican Steamship. Co. call for special attention at ;he present time. When the Lonsdale re- urns from her last trip, she will bring a nutinous crew, presumably in irons, the nembers of which have been detained at _lazatlan in consequence of an outbreak chich occurred on the southern voyage, 'he few details of this occurrence which lave leaked out are sufficiently disconcert- ng. The crew mutinied in a body, lharged the bridge and were only repelled ly the combined resistance of the officers Ind passengers, firearms being freely used. In the previous voyage the only passen- iirs were a lady and her little girl. What tould have been the result if the mutiny lad occurred on that trip, with no stal- lart passengers like Mr. Donley to lend 1 helping hand ? The Week has recently t.ven prominence to the true story of the Ijath of Chung Won, the Chinaman who lad epileptic seizures and died in the Vic- Iria Police Cells because the Canadian- Kexican Steamship Company failed to Irovide proper attendants to look after him the Marine Hospital. Enquiry elicits le information that for some time the llations between the Captain of the Lons- |ale and his crew have been of such a )iaracter as would certainly result in Jutiny sooner or later. How far the Com- lany is liable for permitting the continu- Lce of this state of affairs may be doubt- Iil to the legal mind, but it presents no jifficulty to the layman. When a Trans- jortation Company caters for passenger larvice it is bound to see that those who lommit their lives to its keping are not pit at the mercy of a mutinous crew or a laptain who is on habitually unfriendly Inns with his subordinates. Unless, how- ['er, The Week is misinformed and it has Iken special care to verify the statement, le recent trouble on the Georgia was a tr more serious matter than anything liich has occurred on the Lonsdale. The fficers of the Georgia, to a man, were of [inion that she was un-seaworthy; they [d been uneasy for a long time before ladling Victoria last week. Even com- Ig up the Straits from Vancouver, they lipped so much water that when ley reached Victoria they practical- presented a "Hound Robin" to Company, and refused to sail until the Issel had been inspected. The reason lleged for shipping water so heavily and lir difficulties in navigating the vessel, was |'iat her boilers were in very bad condition EDITORIAL and the Engineer dare not maintain a sufficient pressure of steam to enable him to navigate the vessel properly. There were other minor complaints but this was the important one. After considerable difficulty the Officers of the Company who are in Victoria consented to an inspection. It was made by the local inspectors and their report pronounced the Georgia seaworthy, but, the inspection was not of a character to inspire confidence, because the fires were not taken out to admit of an internal examination of the boilers. No question had been raised about the hull, and it is difficult to reconcile the action of the officers in finally agreeing to sail without such an examination as they had declared necessary. To a representative of The Week, an officer of the Company declared that a thorough examination would have required several days; the cursory one referred to occupied only a few hours. The Georgia is eighteen years old, and the hull should be good for some years to come, but the boilers are admittedly defective, and can only proceed at a lower pressure than it requires to navigate such a vessel in a storm. The moral of the whole affair is that inspection, as at present conducted, is little better than a farce, and that the public safety demands the abolition of a system under which such a vessel as the Clallam, for instance, was pronounced safe by an authorized Inspector who is still acting in the port of Victoria. The further moral is that the Canadian-Mexican Steamship Company should "set their house in order" less a worse fate befall them than the out-spoken criticism of a journal which has taken the trouble to find out the truth. Unless the Mayor abandons Victoria his present intention, the Water System. Citizens of Victoria will on the 16th of the month vote upon the water by-law, which provides for the raising of $619,000 to perpetuate the present Elk Lake system. The Colonist very properly points out that there is one exceedingly weak link in this chain. It is that Elk Lake is only regarded as a possible water supply for 20 or 25 years, and if the population should reach 50,000 before that time, another source would require to become operative. Apart from the fact that 50,000 people would require the whole of the water computed by Mr. Adams to be available at this point, the Mayor himself admits that the element of safety would become a factor, and that to avoid using polluted water Elk Lake would have to be abandoned. It will hardly be possible to enunciate a stronger argument against the scheme, and it is not likely that the citizens of Victoria will bc content to spend $619,000 on a project whicli, by the admission of its promoters, contains an element of danger whicli may become operative in a few years. The Week would like to carry this point a little further. It has no desire to alarm the City, but is in possession of information .which it would not be wise to make public, but which it hereby tenders to the City Council or the Health Committee which conclusively shows that Elk Lake water in its purest form contains an element which is highly prejudicial to the public health and which has stamped itself upon the mortality statistics of the City. It would be interesting to know the nature of Mr. Adams' examination as to the "quality" of Elk Lake water. Evidences are accumulating lhe Asiatic that the question of Oriental Question. Immigration will ultimately be settled upon a broad basis. There have been differences of opinion as to methods, but practically none as to the necessity of co-operation for protective purposes. Those who looked ahead could not but condemn the hysterical revolutionary and unconstitutional methods of the various Exclusion Leagues. Not because they lacked sympathy with the object of these organizations, bat because as loyal Canadians ancl loyal Britisli subjects they were bound to condemn their methods. A few months have been sufficient to vindicate their attitude; already the Exclusion Leagues have been abandoned by the majority of those who first supported them, and there is a widespread recognition of the fact that an Imperial problem could not be solved on the basis of local considerations. Determined resistance of British Columbia to the continued influx of Orientals has attracted world-wide attention and has lifted the subject into the arena of Imperial policy even if it has not brought it within the range of practical politics. One no longer hears that the question must be settled regardless of Imperial interests, and International Alliances. One no longer hears the Eastern Canadian Press denouncing the attitude of British Columbia in contemptuous terms. The leading journals of Ontario and Quebec have within the last few weeks admitted that the question is of much more than local importance. The English Press, informed not only by Canadian Exchanges but by cabled reports of the action of the Japanese Government in Manchuria and Corea, has adopted a more sympathetic attitude to the wishes of British Columbia. The present position has been brought about less by the revolutionary tactics of the Exclusionists than by the reasonable presentment of the Press and of public men who have always regarded the question from an Imperial standpoint and who have always realized that the issues were so far-reaching that there could be no settlement, except at the hands of the Imperial Government. Just what tlie settlement will ultimately be is still uncertain, that it will meet the rea- onable wishes of all Canadians cannot be doubted. England is not unmindful of, nor has ever been indifferent to, the wishes of any section of the Empire when those wishes have been preferred in a constitutional manner. Her foreign policy has boon characterized by "suaviter in modo" ancl "fortiter in re." There need be no fear but that this tradition will be main- â > fw_~f_ irrrirrrr*ri_TiÂ»>im3g Stewart WilUsBM R. C. Jaaien ai WILLIAMS & JANION 3 AUCTIONEERS Â« COMMISSION AND 3 REAL ESTATE AGENTS _ 051 FONT ST. VICTORIA, B. C. 3 JUUULg.l I. B.B M B g S g mjUUUUfa-S One Doha* Pbk. Annum tained. Neither Japan nor any other country will be permitted to break faith either in the written word or the spirit of a treaty with England without being called to account. Much can yet be effected by skilful diplomacy, even such extremists as Duncan Boss and D. G. McPherson realize that a proud and victorious race like the Japanese cannot be handled in the same manner aa the Zulus or the Matabeles; but that the stolid determination of John Bull to see fair play in all his Dominions can for a moment be resisted by Japan or any other world power without arousing his spirit cannot for a moment be imagined. When Exclu- sionist Leagues and their sympathisers realize that they have only been pulling the chestnuts out of the fire for American politicians at the bidding of American agitators, they will disband and join the ranks of those who have never ceased their efforts to make and maintain Canada a "white man's country." Toronto Saturday Night is The Testing easily the most influential Time. independent journal in Ca nada. Its policy and literary . qualities are alike excellent. The Week has ventured to deplore the absence of those brilliant flashes which were wont to illuminate its editorial columns in the days of Mr. Shepherd, but it is only fair to say that his young ancl capable successor is rapidly catching him up. The attitude of the paper on all moral questions is admirable. It is devoid of cant, fearless, far-seeing. Its recent criticism of the inconsistency of so-called Christian communities sending missionaries to convert people with ,a higher standard of morality than themselves, has attracted widespread attention, limited criticism and general commendation. In the issue of Saturday last the Editor comes out boldly with a cogent article on the attitude of the Toronto Globe towards Dr. Beattie Nes- bitt. It reminds the Bev. J. A. McDonald that he has driven up an Alley and must either emerge at the other end or perish. He has undertaken to fight a public man with a weapon which has two edges. He confronted Dr. Nesbitt with a drunken freak, in which he figured eighteen months ago and demanded that he should be turned down on that account. Saturday Night says and says very truly that the significance of this attitude lies not so much in the rejection of Dr. Nesbitt but in the test which it will furnish to determine whether the Rev. J. A. McDonald is sincere or an arrant hypocrite. If he emerges at the other end of the alley to use the same weapon upon every man who claims the suffrages of the people regardless of his political proclivities ancl his associates, then the reverend gentleman will have vindicated his right to use the weapon against Dr. Nesbitt, at any rate on the ground of sincerity. If he fails Saturday Night declares that he is down and out, and that he will drag his journal with him. The vista of possibilities suggested by this reflection is wide and far- reaching. The Rev. J. A. McDonald will find plenty of material ready to his hand in his own party, no doubt he will desire to show his strict fairness and even up matters by selecting his next victim from the Liberal ranks. His financial backers are known to be the biggest boodlers in Canada, perhaps he will turn and rend them, we shall see. Saturday Night concludes with the significant question, "Will the Globe apply the same tost of fitness to its own friends in the Provincial and Dominion elections that it has applied to its enemy, Dr. Nesbitt, in this Mayoralty campaign. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, tgo8. Pantagruel Peppergrass. The "Old Lady of Broad Street," has, throughout the past summer, persistently trumpeted the "shortage of labor," and as unceasingly bellowed the advantages British Columbia pos- cesses for the immigrant. That this widespread roaring anent the shortage of labour was a fallacy, is shown in the present state of affairs both here and in Vancouver, where large numbers of mechanics, of various degrees of skill, of many trades, are out of work, out of money, and in most cases with families to support, either here or elsewhere, and no prospect ahead of work or money from any other source. Even many old hands are idle, good tried men, there is actually nothing to do. Take the building trade. In spite of the fact that the "Old Lady" each week tells us of the many building permits issued, I would be willing to wager that an advertisement for carpenters would be sought by 100 men before 24 hours; bricklayers, 50; plasterers are scarce, but 25 painters would come to the front. This is only one industry as it were. Many other trades are largely represented by the workless army in our town, to say nothing of those who have no special trade or calling. The "Old Lady" gloats over the fact that "only 550" applied for work in Vancouver, and because of this, roasts Vancouver for exaggerating. But since that rush of unemployed into Vancouver, many have scattered about, working at anything to put food into their mouths, and the worst view of the working man's condition right now in midwinter that can be taken, is none too bad. Who then is responsible? Papers like the "Old Lady," which boosted the country and induced a rush of labor seeking immigrants without there being any substantial support for this population upon their arrival. What is there for the 5,000 thc Minister of Interior is arranging for from England? What for 1,400 labouring men the Salvation Army is bringing out? Can the Minister, the Army, and the "Old Lady" provide these men with continuous work? Have they arranged for permanent industries on a large scale so that this influx will be provided for? No! Then it were better that the "Old Lady" devote its senile mind to inducing men of means to come out, invest and start industries of a permanent nature, before tempting the poor, dollarless workman with fairy tales of gold- paved streets. Christmas has come and gone. The small boy rends the tortured airâ and people's tortured carsâwith the discordant cacophony of musical (?) toys. Doctors are busy, and the price of effervescent salts has risen considerably, with the supply running short. Deep mourning drapes the erstwhile cheerful turkey pens, and an air of gloom is evident in the solemn droop of the bills of surviving ducks. Holly trees are denuded, and bear the appearance of having been stricken with a plague, and most houses smell of fir boughs and fire crackers. During the fortnight preceding the Day, the bills of many of retail business people drooped as sadly as those of aforesaid ducks, but today, Thursday, these appendages have assumed the reverse upward angle, for despite the lugubrious head-shakings and portents of a poor Christmas trade, tightness of money, bad weather, etc., Tuesday last beamed fine, purchasers trooped out in force, stockings and bill books were loosened up, and the trade done was as large, if not larger, than ever before. A good index of the amount of business done may bc seen in the depleted windows of the flower stands today. Flowers are dear at this season; moreover, they are not articles of strict necessity; they do not fill the inner man, neither do they clothe the outer, and in these respects must be classed strictly as luxuries. People in straitened circumstances during hard times, do not buy luxuries, yet the immense stocks of flowers and plants carried by the different stands in the city on Tuesday were almost entirely wiped out, showing that there is plenty of money in town, and that people are not afraid to spend at the proper time. There is a body of public servants in town which seems to be quite un- thought of by the majority, and whose labours in the festive season are thc hardest. I allude to the mail carriers. These poor fellows are hard at it from early morning to late at night, laden with heavy bundles of mail, forced to go their rounds in any and all weathers. Their beats are mostly far too extensive under any circumstance, and during Christmas and other holiday seasons, the work is too much by far for the strength and endurance of the average man. I hope this may meet the eye of those who in power be, and that it may be the means of causing a better state of affairs. It seems as though the city fathers do make strenuous strainings at the proverbial gnat. If the comfort and convenience of the public is a live issue, why do they permit the evil habit of people bunching together in the public thoroughfares, to the inconvenience of everyone passing? Women meetâgenerally with perambulators and their crying contents, from mother's meetings on the sidewalks, and effectually block traffic at those points, unless passers-by choose to wade through the sloughs of the street. Young men, upon whose cigarette sodden -'features the word "Hoodlum" is writ in exceedingly large letters, also are fond of incommoding passengers by foregathering on crowded sidewalks. If such people must gossip, whether it be about teething infants, neighbours' shortcomings, spicy scandals, or, in the cases of the young men, making inane and disrespectful remarks about young women acquaintances, let the evil be practised at home, or in some portion of the city where law-abiding citizens will not be troubled by the nuisance. It is bad enough to be bumped into by some chap walking on his wrong side, a practice generally credited to the farmer class, which, if correct, serves to show that there are an abnormally large number of countrymen among our city youth. The blockades referred to were especially noticeable and aggravating on Christmas eve, when the streets were unusually crowded. Sharp Practice. Andre Autard, who makes John D. Rockefeller's wigs, is a plump and elegant Frenchman, with thin black hair, a rich black mustache and black and sparkling eyes. M. Autard has a shop in the best quarter of Paris. Here all the world goes to be shaved, ondulated, massaged. And here an American talked to the great hairdresser about the exorbitant duty that Mr. Rockefeller had to pay on his last wig. "It was sharp practice," said M. Autard, in the fluent English that he learned in London. "To compel Mr. Rockefeller to pay such a duty was hardly honest. Sharp practice it was âlike the way I was treated in my apprenticeship. "When I was learning barbering, I applied for a post in London. The patron engaged me at a certain wage, and at the end of our talk said: " 'Of course, it is understood that you speak both French and English.' " 'Yes, sir," I responded quickly, 'and Dutch also.' " 'We have no dealings with Dutchmen here,' said he, 'therefore I will take one-third off that salary.'" His Fatal Mistake. FredâSo she turned you down, eh? JoeâYes. I made the mistake of confessing that my heart was in my mouth when I proposed. FredâWhat had that to do with it? JoeâOh, she said she couldn't think of marrying a man whose heart wasn't in the right place. The Merchants Bank Canada Established 1864. Capital, fully paid $6,000,000 Reserve Funds 4,000,000 Head Office: Montreal. Banking By Mail. Deposits and withdrawals can be made by mail; no delay, and will receive prompt attention. Savings Bank Department. Interest allowed quarterly at highest current rate. Victoria Branch: R. F. TAYLOR, Manager. Y. W. C. A. 1208 Government Street VICTORIA. Reading and rest rooms, lunch and tea rooms. Instruction in English, French, Music, Physical Culture, Needlework, Domestic Science, etc. Bible Class. Social evening every Wednesday. Y. M. C. A. A home for young men away from home. Comfortable Reading Room, Library, Game Room, Billiards, Hot and Cold Shower Baths, Gymnasium and efficient instruction. Manitoba Free Press on file for Middle West visitors. 40 BROAD STREET VICTORIA The Taylor Limited. Co. AU kinds of Building Material, LUMBER SASH DOORS TELEPHONE 564 North Government St., Victoria Best Buy. BEST BUT IN VICTORIA OF BUSINESS PROPERTY. WITH WATER FRONTAGE ON JAMES BAT. Double Corner on Wharf and Qovernment streets, with 100 feet water frontage on Jamea Bay. This property has the Post Ofllce to the North, the C. P. R. Hotel to the East, Parliament Hulldings to the South, and a Steamship Company's wharf to the West of lt. As an Hotel Site the situation of these lots ls unrivaled ln the City of Victoria, hundred of thousands of dollars have been spent In valuable Improvements on all sides of them by the Provincial Qovernment, the City Council and the C. P. R. Price $52,600. Easy terms can be arranged with deferred payments bearing interest at 7 per cant. For further particulars apply to A 0. P. FRANCIS, Broker. S10 Pender Street, VANCOUVER. B. C. ST. ANDREW'S COLLEGE TORONTO A Rasld.atlal aad Day School lor Boys Handsome New Buildings. Larg* Athletic Field. Carelul Oversight in svery Department. First Class Staff. Lower and Upper School. Buys prepared for the Universities and Business. Calendar sent on Request. Rev. D. Bruce Macdonald, M.A..LL.D- Principal Re-opens after Xmas on Jan. 8th, 1908. The SILVER SPRING BREWERY, Ltd. BREWERS OF ENGLISH ALE AND STOUT The Highest Grade Malt and Hops Used in Manufacture. PHONE 893. VICTORIA WHY NOT HAVE THE BEST THE REPUTATION OF James Buchanan & Co'sSCOTCH WHISKIES It world-wide, and stands for the BEST that can De produced. The following brands are for sale by all the leading dealers: RED SEAL BLACK AND WHITE ROYAL HOUSEHOLD VERY OLD LIQUEUR SCOTCH RADIGER & JANION, Sole Agents for B.C. CHRISTMAS GOODS Ward's Safety Razors Curley Ideal Safety Razors Whiltt's Razor Strops I. X. L. Carving Sets IX. L. Pocket Cutlery Boker's Pocket Cutlery I. X. L. Table Cutlery All in great variety and at right prices \nFOR SALE BY e. g. prior & ee.. LTD. LTY. VIOTORIA, VANOOUVER, KAMLOOPS, VERNON. Established 1867 B. C. Funeral Furnishing Co. 52 Uovernment St., Victoria, B. C. Charles Hayward, President. F. Caselton, Manager. We make a specialty of Undertaking and Embalming. J An experienced certificated staff available at all times, day and night. Phones Nos. 48, 305, 404 or 594, Victoria. The Y. B. e. Novelty Works mi AJfTIQTTE, ARTISTIC AITS ABCHXTEOTUBAX, DBBICnrSS WORK MADE TO ORDER. I am now ready to fulfil any orders tor all kinds of Banks, Stores, Offices, Churches, Barber Shops and Hotel Bar Fixtures and Furniture. 1000 OranvUle Street :: 1: ii VANCOUVER, B. O. T. LeOAXB, Proprietor. Investigate the "Cushman" Harine flotor As good as the best. Cheaper than the rest. BAXTER & JOHNSON 811 Qovernment Street Victoria, B. C. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908 Contemptible Tactics The Week has on many occasions voiced public sentiment in condemnation of the hypocricy and double dealing of the Toronto Globe. It was one of the first Western papers to point out that since that once reputable journal fell into the hands of the Toronto gang of boodlers, headed by Senators Cox and Jaffray, it abandoned whatever principles it had, and h'as acquired the reputation of being the most unscrupulous political organ in Canada. The Week has said this again and again in so many words, and has supported its argument.with chapter and verse. It canont therefore, conceal its gratification that in these latter days a Daniel has come to judgment in the person* of the editor of the Nelson Daily News. The Daily News is, as everyone knows, a Liberal paper. It has been consistent in its Liberalism, which is more than the Globe can say; those who have differed from it most on political grounds, have always conceded its ability and skill, together with an occasional independence upon matters not too distinctly political. In its issue of Saturday last it has an editorial which so exactly expresses what The Week has maintained for nearly two years that no apology is necessary for reproducing it. The fact that the Daily News, of all papers, which is better acquainted with the tactics of Cox and Jaffray, than any other Western journal, should feel called upon to speak so plainly, is indeed a sign of the times and a circumstance upon which Editor Deane is to be congratulated. "The recent mayoralty campaign in Toronto witnessed probably the most cowardly and contemptible attack upon a candidate for civic office on record in the history of Canadian municipal politics. "Dr. Beattie Nesbitt, the Tory nominee and notable chiefly because of his vigor as a party organizer, incurred the hostility of thc Globe, and that once honored newspaper descended to the depths of raking up an old scandal in which the doctor was concerned, and published the story with a wealth of detail and comment that would havc done credit to the vilest yellow journal extant. "Some eighteen months ago Dr. Beattie Nesbitt was a visitor in Stratford, and to put it bluntly, 'got on a spree' and made an exhibition of himself in a well-known restaurant, from which h e was ejected. The Globe learned of the facts at the time, but said nothing about the case because Dr. Nesbitt was not then in public life. When Dr. Nesbitt recovered from his spree he amply apologized to those he had offended and paid the damages demanded of him by the restaurant proprietor in whose resort he had created a disturbance. "On the eve of the election in Toronto the Globe raked up tllis miserable story and published it under display headlines on its front page. "Whether or not the publication of this story and any material effect on thc election we cannot say, but if Toronto electors were not all besmirched with the hypocrisy that characterizes, the Toronto Globe, they would have rallied to the doctor's support as one man and elected him mayor as a rebuke to an organ that at one time enjoyed the respect of every Canadian, irrespective of party leanings. "It is a somewhat pitiful commentary upon this exhibition of pettiness and yellow journalism on the part of a leading Canadian newspaper like the Globe to have to note that its editor is a minister of the Gospel, who ever since his retirement from thc pulpit to occupy the editorial chair, has felt caled upon to exercise his privileges as a clergyman and to preach to a Canadian congregation. "Truly the Globe has fallen from its high estate." Victoria City Auditorship. This matter is once more brought prominently to our notice and that of the public of Victoria by reason of the fact that Mr. Raymur has requested to be relieved of the duties of the City Auditor in order that he may be able to devote all his energies to those attaching to the post of thc Water Commissioner. His request has been granted and it will be up to the incoming Council to appoint his successor as City Auditor. During . last few years Victoria has grown very rapidly and there can' be no question that its population is still increasing by leaps and bounds, and it therefore becomes more and more necessary that only the best men should be appointed as the heads of its several municipal departments. The time has passed by when any one individual, no matter how great his merits may be, can do either himself or the city justice by fulfilling the onerous duties attaching to two such positions. The post of City Auditor is no sinecure and it is perfectly ridiculous to expect any man whose time is so fully occupied as that of the Water Commissioner to be also responsible for the Municipal Accounts. The anomaly of one man serving a Corporation in a dual capacity has long been recognised in England and we feel sure is also recognised here by all level-headed business men, and the new Council will be well advised if they insist on an outside Chartered Accountant being appointed the City Auditor. Taking into consideration the present population of Victoria and the fact that the Corporation does not own its street cars, gas ore electric lighting systems, it is hardly conceivable that there can be sufficient work to keep the City Auditor employed during every day of the year, but, on the other hand, the many improvements which are being undertaken by the City Fathers and the variety of their sources of Income and Expenditure makes it absolutely necessary to have the accounts audited by an expert who would also be able to serve the Finance Committee in the capacity of Consultant. In connection with the above it is interesting to note that at the Council Meeting held on December 23rd the resolution proposed by Alderman Fell calling for an audit of the City's accounts for the year ending Dec. 31st. ulto., by an outside Accountant, was eventually passed and already the City Clerk has advertised for applications for doing this work. If, as contended by Mr. Fell, certain expenditures have been made which were never authorised, the need for such an independent audit requires no further emphasis, but, apparently, it is the intention of the learned Aldermen to have the appointment of the auditor made under section 94 of the Municipal Clauses Act, that is to say it is to partake of the character of a voluntary audit, and the duties of an auditor appointed under this section are not specifically recited. On the other hand if thc appointment were made by the Lieuten- ant-Governor-in-Council under power contained in sections 95 et scq of thc Municipal Clauses Act, both the powers and duties of the auditor and of the Council and Corporation Officers towards the auditor are specifically laid down, but we take it that such a drastic course is not necessary in the present case and that whoever may be appointed to make the investigation will be endowed with the fullest possible powers for the adequate performance of his task, and will be called upon to make a detailed report to the Council upon the financial administration during the last municipal year. Jack London and "The Road." In "The Road," London has given us a unique work, as valuable to the student as it is interesting to the lay reader. It is a fragment of autobiographyâthe story of the period in the author's life when, a young fellow of eighteen, he took to the road as a tramp. It has no literary pretentiousness; on the contrary, it reads as if London had "let himself go" and written of his experiences as he might talk of them to an intimate friend. It is plain enough from this recital that London drifted into thc life of the hobo from sheer high spirits and love of adventure. He was no more than a boy in years. His sense of responsibility was slight and his love of a free life correspondingly great. In the months covered by this narrative he lived thc life of the ordinary tramp, making his way from place to place on freight trains and "blind baggages," begging his food, and sleeping wherever night overtook him. More than once he must have suffered keenly from cold and hunger. He was arrested as a vagrant, and in one of the most interesting portions of the book, describes his life in prison and his associates there. He frankly confesses that in all this he was not a sociologist looking for material, but a healthy youngster in search of adventure. The sociological interest came later, and his views of society have uodnubtedly been influenced by what he learned during that experience; but of this there is little in his book. His well-known advocacy of socialism, for instance, is not obtruded. There is nothing theoretical about "The Road," and this is at once its value and its interest. Merely as the narrative of a strange phase of life it is not easy to recall anything to equal this book. It is literally a section 'taken out of a life, and its merit is after all largely due to personality. It has often been re marked that London's stories of the North and of wild elemental life havc the actuality of historical fact. Here is a narrative of fact that has thc movement and the vividness of fiction. CAVADXAJT PifSRO ___AZ_CWAT BRITISH COLUMBIA COAST uanoi. Sure Indication. HeâYou cannot always tell how much a man has by the clothes he wears. SheâNo, but you can by the clothes his wife wears. Plenty of Wind. "What d'ye say ye wuz lookin' fer. mister?" "Local atmosphere." "You hit the right place. We're in the heart of the cyclone belt." One woman spent four hours during the panic in New York trying to get her money out of a bank. By thc time she reached the paying teller's window she was told that her account was overdrawn by $23. Reversible Alimony. A judicial decision which rivals some of Sancho Panza's rulings in his island, is reported from Valparaiso, in the correspondence of a German newspaper. The case was that of the wife of a fisherman and coastwise sailor who was deserted by her husband shortly before the birth of their first child. The woman complained to the authorities and the police were ordered to keep a lookout for the truant. They got him after a few months, ancl he was haled before the alcalde and confronted with his wife, who carried the baby in her arms. The facts in the case were undeniable; the defendant did not attempt to deny them. It seemed as if nothing remained for the magistrate but to assess the amount of alimony. He paused, however, and reflected solemnly for a while. Then he asked the young woman; "What was your occupation before you married this man?" "I was a servant girl, Excellency," she replied. "And what used you to earn in those days?" "Ten pesos a month, sir." "How have you supported yourself since your husband disappeared?" "Since the birth of my boy, Excellency, I have taken a situation as a wet nurse." "And what may be your wages in that position?" "Thirty pesos a month, your honour." "Ah, sol Well, it seems to me the merits of this case are very plain. In becoming thc husband of this young woman the prisoner has tripled her capacity for earning a livelihood. He has plainly conferred a great benefit upon her, for which it is only fitting that he should bc compensated. I therefore rule that she shall pay him every month ten pesos by way of honorarium; this still leaves her twice as well off as she was before her marriage. Next easel" FBOK YAKCOUTXKâ For yictorlaâ8.8. Princess Victoria, 1 o'clock p.m. daily. For NanaimoâS.S. Joan, dally except Sunday, at 1:10 o'clock p. m. For Skagway and Ketchikan, Alaska, calling at Prince Rupert, Port Essington and Port SimpsonâPrincess May, May 19, 29, t p. m. For Northern B. C. PortsâS.S. Amur, 2nd and ISth of every month, 8 p.m. Calls at Skidegate first trip of month and Bella Coola second trip of month. FBOM YXOTOUAâ For VancouverâS.S. Princess Victoria, 1 o'elock a. m., dally. For SeattleâS.S. Princess Beatrice. 8:80 a. m., dally, except Monday. For West Coast, Vancouver Islandâ S.S. Tees, 11 p. m., lst, 7th, 14th of each month, for Clayoquot and Mosquito Harbor; 20th of each month fer Cape Scott, Quatsino, Ahouset and way ports. rSOK SEATTLEâ For VictoriaâS.S. Princess Beatrice, 11:80 p.m., dally, except Monday. For rates and passage, apply at Company's Offices, TIOTOBIA VAWOOUVEB. | TRAVELLERS' GUIDE Victoria FRUIT and Farm Lands Write for "Home List" and information. __M R. S. DAY and BEAUMONT BOGGS Realty Brokers. 630 FOBT STREET il TIOTOBIA. THOMAS OATTEBALL Builder and Oeaeral Ceatraeter. TenderB civet on Brick, Stone an Frame, Alterations, Parquetry Floorlni Office, Bank, Store and Saloon Flttlngi Pile Driving, Wharves and Dock Shed constructed and repaired. TIOTOBIA. VICTORIA STRAND HOTEL VICTORIA The home nl all theatrical and vaude-r He artists while in the Capital city, alto of other kindred bohemians. WRIQHT & FALCONER, Proprietors. CAMBORNE The Eva Hotel CAMBORNE, B. C. Headquarters for mining men and commercial travellers. JOHN A. THEW, Proprietor. BANFF, ALTA Hotel King Edward Banff's Most Popular $2 a Day Hotel. Close to Station and Sulphur Baths. N. K. LUXTON, Proprietor. PHOENIX. Our Store HAS A FINE LINE OF HIGH CLASS TOILET ARTICLES. We have just imported a fine assortment of French and English Hair Brushes. SEE THE NEW-SHAPED WHALEBONE BRUSH. USE BOWES' BUTTERMILK TOLIET LOTION FOR CHAPPED HANDS. Cyrus H. Bowes CHEMIST Government Street, near Yates St. VICTORIA, B. C. Deane's Hotel PHOENIX, B. C. New Modern hot water system. Electric lighted. Tub aad shower baths and laundry la connection. The miners' home. â¢Â« DANNY " DEANE, Proprietor ROSSLAND Hoffman House ROSSLAND, B. C. Kates $1.00 per day and up. Cafe ia Connection. QREEN & SrilTH. Prop's. NELSON. HOTEL HUME NELSON, B. C, Leading Hotel of the Kootenays. J. FRED HUME, â Proprietor. Silver King Hotel, NELSON. B. C. The home of the Industrial Workers ofthe Kootenays. W. E. ricCandllsh, â¢ Proprietor Royal Hotel NELSON, B. C. The Best Family Hotel in th-s City. $1.00 a day. Mm. Wm. Roberts, Proprietress BOND SIGN CO. VANCOUVER Signs ELECTRIC BOARD METAL BULLETIN GLASS COTTON SHOW CARD In up-to-date styles. Estimates and designs furnlibed. EMPRESS Drug Hall. Our Tonic Bitters is a Preventative of Grippe. GEO. A. FRASER 30 & 32 Qovernment St. VICTORIA. BEDDING PLANTS Cheap Pi ices. Grt our price list. Johnston's Seed Store City Market VICTORIA THE WEEK, SATURDAY JANUARY ii, 1908 '1 â¦ â¦I â¦ â¦l â¦ â¦ t â¦ i â¦ â¦ â¦ 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Â« 4 4 /f The opinion expressed by Capt. Walbran in a recent issue of the Colonist, that it is perfectly safe for ships like The "Lusitania" to Dock at Alberni confirms our statement that Alberni will be one of the largest ports on the Coast. Alberni Lots Are Now on the Market and Are Selling. fife^ Don't Wait for the Excitement Before Buying. When the excitement comes you ought to be able to take advantage of it. Events during the next few months will prove that Alberni is to be a Great City, and that we know it. IF YOU HAVE NOT BOUGHT A FEW LOTS DO SO NOW. ^ s HERBERT CUTHBERT & CO. Victoria, Alberni, and Vancouver Island Real Estate TIHBER AND MINES. Phone 1610 616 Fort St., Victoria ^ KUBELIK. I am sorry that neither the Colonist nor the Times thought it worth while to give that attention to the Kubelik concert which it deserved. Although the occasion was unique in the history of Victoria musical entertainments no arrangements wcre made for an expert report of the concert by a competent musical critic, nor were such reports as did appear afforded the prominence which the occasion demanded. It is a reproach to a city which is musically strong, and which has two excellent organizations, the Victoria Musical Society and the Arion Club, that when the greatest living violinist, and probably the greatest since Paganini visited the city, the description of his work is left to ordinary reporters who, however excellent in their own lines would be the last to claim the slightest knowledge of music. This explains why neither report does justice to Kubelik, and why a high class artistic performance is described in the same phraseology as would be used in writing up a prize fight or a baseball match. Both reports undertake to say that he excelled in technique and execution, and that his playing lacked soul, and as one critic sapiently remarks "humanity," whatever that may mean. We are told that one of his encores, which happened to havc a vein of humour running through it, was more acceptable; which is readily understood. In describing Traumerie, the last selection, one reporter becomes poetic probably because, as he says, it is a composition which everyone knows. It was played with " a grace and charm of expression that fell up on the audience somewhat as the perfume falls from a bower of roses." Finally we are assured that "Kubelik is undoubtedly an artist, a great artist. He will be a greater artist by and by, for there is a soul behind those dreamy eyes, but it has not yet been awakened; when it does awaken it will have a new message for the world." Kubelik is over thirty years of age. He is most happily married and has four beautiful children; he lives an idyllic home life and is notoriously the happiest of men. In view of these facts, which are usually considered to be conducive to soul awakening, it is a little difficult to understand what the reporter was aiming at, and it would be interesting to know what awakens the soul if love does not. Possibly the reporter is a reader of Trine and has discerned that Kubelik is not "in tune with the Infinite." It has been my happy fortune to hear all the great violinists for forty years, but I would not undertake to offer the slightest criticism of Kubelik. He is an admitted master and we must bow to the universal decision of the highest experts who alone are competent to express an opinion. They have agreed that he is without a peer. In comparing him with other great players, there are manifest differences for instance he has less breadth than Joachim and less tone than Sarasate. In comparing musical performers it must be remembered that a combination of qualities have to be considered and it is he who excels in the most who must be considered the greatest. The English and German critics have not commented adversely on any of Kubelik's characteristics. They concede him knowledge of technique, brilliance of execution, sureness of attack and quality of tone. In one or other of all these leading features, all the great violinists since Paganini have been admittedly deficient. Madame Norman-Neruda excelled in tone, but she was far behind the others mentioned in technique and execution. Sarasate was most brilliant in execution and at times he seemed to tear the soul out of the instrument, but he was erratic and consequently at times disappointing. Joachim, the greatest German violinist, was indeed a master, and it is doubtful if even Kubelik will have as consistently brilliant a career even if he remains before the public as long. Until the star of Sarasate arose Joachim was still the undisputed master after thirty years of service, but Joachim whilst perfect in his technique and dazzling in his execution had often-times an uncertain attack, and could not be counted on for pure tone. Taking him altogether and without pretending to criticize his recent programme in detail, it must be admitted that on Tuesday night Victoria had the opportunity of listening to one of the greatest violinists of the last hundred years, a musician whom it would be absurd to criticise. His reception was enthusiastic, and as only a small minority of the audience could possibly appreciate his wonderful technique it must have been tone which appealed to them, and therefore his playing could not have lacked the colour which the reporters professed to miss. What surprises me most is that the Victoria Musical Society should have succeeded in bringing so great an artist to the city. Their enterprise is beyond all praise, and the credit of its success must be divided among the members of the committee who backed the enterprise with good judgment and hard work. But as everyone knows the greatest credit belongs to Mr. Geo. Phillips, whose labours for the Victoria Musical Society are beyond all praise. In season and out of season, in face of adverse criticism and discouragement where he had every right to expect support, he has persevered until he must feel that his prolonged efforts have been crowned with success in having secured for his patrons an artist at whom no musician could cavil. I am sure from what I know of the indefatigable Secretary that his satisfaction is the greatest because while he has registered a financial success, he has at the same time achieved far greater musical success. MOMUS. Mr. J. W. Bolden. The latest candidate for the honours of school trusteeship is Mr. J. W. Bolden, than whom there is no more consistent and respected citizen in Victoria. Mr. Bolden represents the largest and most important section of the community and should be elected. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle, of Victoria, B. C, Merchant, and James H. McLauchlan, of Vietoria. B. C, Contractor, intend to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 3âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to the west of Robinson's Bight, on a small unnamed creek, being the northwest corner post; thence south 160 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. June 13, 1907. JAMES HASTIE, Jan 11. James H. McLauchlan. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle, ol Victoria, B. C, Merchant, and James H McLauchlan, of Victoria, B. C, Contractor, intend to apply for a specla timber licence over the following de scribed lands: No. 4âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to the west of Robinson's Bight, on a small unnamed creek, bein_ the northeast corner post; thenco wesl SO chains; thence south SO chains; thena east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. June 14, 1907. JAMES HASTIE, Jan 11. James H. McLauchlan. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Cassiar. TAKE NOTICE that William Rose, oi Ingersol, Ont., Merchant, Intends to apply for permission to purchase the fol lowing described land: Commencing at a post planted aboul two mlles south of Refuge Bay, on tin west coast of Porchor Island and at thi northwest corner of lot 1282, Casslai district; thence east SO chains; thence north 20 chains; thence west SO chains thence south following coast line t( point of commencement, containing 161 WILLIAM ROSS. Jan 11, A. O. Noake, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that Francis Josepl Alma Green, of Quatsino, B. C, occupation Prospector, intends to apply foi a special timber licence over the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at th< northwest corner of Lot 192, at tht Narrows, Quatsino Sound, thence easl about 35 chains to northeast corner ol Lot 192; thence north about 120 chains to the southern boundary of the Indlar reserve; thence west to the shore ol Narrows; thence south along the shon to point of commencement; 640 acres more or less. December 16, 1907. FRANCIS JOSEPH ALMA GREEN. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2. TAKE NOTICE that George Younj and Arthur Bell, of Victoria, B.C., timber dealers, Intend to apply for tin right to purchase the following described lands in Kildalla Bay, Rivers Inlet:âCommencing at a post plantec on the east side of the bay, about one- third of a mile from the point at thc mouth of the bay, being the southwest corner post; thence east 20 chains thence north 20 chains; thence west 2( chains to beach; thence south alone beach to point of commencement; containing 40 acres, more or less. Staked November 25th, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG & ARTHUR BELL, Jan. 11 George Young, Agent <- THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY if, 1908. Notes oh Provincial News A Rejected Award. It is greatly to be regretted that the workmen at the St. Eugene mine, Moyie, could not see their way -to accept the award recently made by the Arbitration Board. Out of 350 members only 244 voted, and of these only nine were in favor of the award. The principal ground of regret is that the first recognition of the principle of a sliding scale should not have resulted more favourably. The Week has ever since the formation of the Conciliation Board under thc Lemieux Act, contended that its logical corollary was a sliding scale to regulate wages It is just that wages should vary with the profit of the employer, and his profit varies with the selling price of his product; add to this a minimum wage below which the workmen?-! remuneration must not fall, whatever the selling price of the commodity, and something approaching an ideal method has been attained. Because the men of Moyie have rejected the first award, it need not be concluded that the principle >s defeated; the grornd of objection is simply that '.he proposed scale was too low, and also that there was nothing definite to indicate when the scale for normally favourable operating conditions -shall come into effect. When these objections l>ac been met, as no doubt, they will, we shall probably see the initiation of a sliding scale system which will be as beneficial in Canada as it has been for many years in England. not P. Burns' fault. He gave orders that any family that could not afford the price were to be given a turkey for the asking. By this means P. Burns brought happiness into many homes in the cities of Nelson and Calgary. Bank Amalgamation. One of the most important occurrences of the week and one of the most potent in its influence upon Western Canada is the amalgamation of the Northern and Crown Banks; perhaps it would be more correct to say the purchase of the latter by the former. The splendid success which the Northern Bank has attained in little more than a year, the popularity of its officers, the soundness of its business methods, and the intelligence with which it has dealt with business conditions, have made their mark and any move which consolidates the position of such a prosperous institution cannot but be of public interest. The acquisition of the Crown Bank, with its twenty-four branches in Ontario, will greatly extend the operations of the new concern, giving it altogether no less than sixty-seven branches. The only thing that occurs to the casual observer is that $3,000,000 is not sufficient capital to swing so large an institution. Twice the amount would easily find employment if the policy hitherto adopted by the Northern Bank is to be continued. Merry Masquerade. The Week has many times commented upon the courage displayed by the Princetonites. No outpost of Western Canada has held its ground more tenaciously or more patiently than this little ville at the junction of the Tulameen and the Similkameen; time flies and it will soon be twenty years since its foundation. Turing all that time it has been casting eager eyes Eastward and straining its ears to catch the first sound of the approaching iron horse. Nearly ten years ago hope was revived in anticipation of an early aproach by the C. P. R., but the Mammoth Corporation had its hands pretty full elsewhere and could not be persuaded that thc time was ripe for building it through the Similkameen. Three years later they received a rude jolt through the aggressive policy of Jim Hill, with the result that the dawn of 1908 finds both C. P. R. and the Great Northern racing for Princeton and a western outlet. The loyal bourg will not have long to wait, and it is celebrating the last of its years of waiting by a merry masquerade. Some of the old timers and many new comers took part, but, alas! in looking over the names one misses the genial pioneer, Bob Stevenson. Frank Coal Mine Closes. The announcement was made by the Canadian-American Company on Tuesday that its mine would close temporarily. The reason for the shut-down is that the company is taking advantage of an opportunity which the present affords for a cessation of operations which would have to come sooner or later in connection with alterations and improvements now under way. The oportunity is afforded by the fact that the company's contract with the C. P. R. terminated Tuesday night, releasing the company from that obligation and as the market is just now a little slack it is felt that the present is as good a time as will present itself. The directors will meet at Frank shortly, when the future programme will be formulated. Crosses the Divide. Another old timer in the Kootenays has passed away in the person of Jim Neelands, who for fifteen years has been a prominent resident of Nelson. He was a brother of ex-Mayor H. G. Neelands, and was widely known. Active in public affairs and a born politician, Jimmy was a hard hitter, but he never squealed and could give and take in good part. Many a more pretentious man could have been better spared. A Late Cranbrook Minister Selected. Rev. W. G. W. Fortune has ben offered the position of field secretary of the Alberta Temperance and Moral Reform League, at a salary of $2,000 and expenses. The offer came unsolicited from the executive of the league. (Dr. Fortune is well known in Cranbrook. He was pastor of the Presbyterian church here for some years.)âCranbrook Herald. The Kaslo Gravensteins. J. Wm. Cockle, the newly elected president of the Kaslo Horticultural and Fruit Growers' Association, is already doing good work. He has novel advertising schemes of his own, and has the happy faculty of placing them where they will do the most good. Recently he sent a box of Kaslo Gravensteins as a Christmas reminder to the Dominion Chief Fruit Inspector at Ottawa, and received acknowledgment, in part, as follows: "I was indeed pleased to get a note from you dated December 18. "The apples arrived in splendid condition: thanks for your kind consideration. They have been on exhibition all day, and have me the envy of everyone who has come into the office. They are delightful specimens. "1 have just returned from Nova Scotia, from the far-famed Annapolis Valley, thc Evangeline, or more particularly, the home of the Gravensteins. In all seriousness, I never saw finer Gravensteins, and I am sure Nova Scotians will have to admit that the newly found fruit region of Kaslo has gone them one better." â¦ â¦ â¦ MAYORALTY TO THE ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF VICTORIA. Ladies and Gentlemen:â At the earnest request of a number of citizens, I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Mayor at the forthcoming municipal election, therefore request your vote and influence. Respectfully yours, LEWIS HALL. To the Electors of Wardl To the Electors of Ward 4 Ladies and Gentlemen:â Having consented to become a candidate for Alderman of the above ward at the coming elections, I respectfully solicit your votes and influence. HY. CALLOW, i I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman in the above ward and respectfully ask for your vote and influence. F. A. PAULINE. To the Electors of Ward 5 To the Electors of Ward Five:â I beg to announce myself as an Independent Candidate for Alderman at the forthcoming Municipal Election, and respectfully solicit your support and influence. ANDREW BLYGH, Furniture Dealer. FOR ALDERMAN. WARD ONE. At the earnest solicitation of a large number of the electors of the above ward, I have consented to become a candidate for Alderman in the forthcoming elections, and solicit the vote and influence of the electors of said ward. Yours, etc. HENRY NORMAN.. To the Electors of Ward 3 Ladies and Gentlemen:â I beg to announce myself a candidate for re-election as Alderman, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. W. F. FULLERTON. For Alderman, Ward 2. His Heart Is Big. The name of P. Burns is known far and wide as perhaps the largest dealer in cattle and meats of all kinds in I Canada. P. Burns is not a very large man physically, but his heart is of the largest size. If anyone went without a turkey dinner on Christmas day, either in Calgary or Nelson, it was Splendid Results. Thc Phoenix Pioneer of last Saturday devotes the front page to a careful analysis of the progress of the mining industry of the Boundary country. Anyone who wishes to get reliable information on the subject could ont do better than consult this interesting issue. It shows among other things that the production of ore in 1907 was 1,148,237 tons, of which thc great Granby mines are responsible for 613,537. When it is remembered that practically all the mines were shut down during the month of December and part of November, this total is very satisfactory. The loss of time represents at least 120,000 tons, which would have car- At the request of a large number of the ratepayers of No. 2 Ward, I have consented to stand as an Independent Candidate for Aldermanic honors. If elected, I will press for immediate action looking for a better system of fire protection, improved water system, better street construction, and the abolition of aldermanic salaries. Soliciting your vote and assistance. Yours faithfully, H. MAYNARD. To the Electors of Ward 5. At the request of a number of electors I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman for Ward No. 5 at the coming municipal elections, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. W. G. CAMERON. To the Electors of Ward 2. Ladies and Gentlemen:â I am a candidate for Alderman for the above ward, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. Progress and Purity. D. SPRAGGE. To the Electors of Ward 1 I am before you as a candidate for Alderman at the next municipal election, and respectfully solicit your vote on that occasion. ALEX. WATSON. To the Electors of Ward 2 At the request of a number of electors I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman for Ward No. 2 at the coming municipal elections, and respectively solicit your vote and influence. A. M. BANNERMAN. December 24, 1907. To the Electors of Ward 5 Ladies and Gentlemen:â I beg to announce myself as candidate for re-election as Alderman, and respectfully solicit your vote and influence. F. W. VINCENT... FOR ALDERMAN. WARD ONE. At the earnest request of a large number of the ratepayers of the above ward, I have consented to become a candidate for Alderman in the forthcoming elections and solicit your vote and influence. Yours truly, F. J. BITTANCOURT. TIMBER If you have any timber for sale list it with us We can sell it BURNETT, SON & CO. 533 Pender St., Vancouver, B. C. The days are getting Cold. THE WILSON BAR Is Warm and Comfortable. VISIT IT. 648 Yates St, Victoria B. C. COAL J. KINGHAM & CO., Pictoria Agents for the Nanaimo Collierlei. New Wellington Coal. The best household coal in tha marke at current ratei. Anthracite coal fftr sale. 34 Broad Street. Phone 647 VICTORIA Holland French and Japan Bulbs For Fall Planting. SEEDS, TREES, PLANTS for the farm, garden, lawn, boulevard or conservatory. Acclimated stock. Oldest established nursery on the Mainland of B. C. Catalogue free. M. J. HENRY, 3010 Westminster Rd, Vancouver, B.C. P l*t I __.l 1 S andTrade Markl obtained in all countries. To the Electors of Ward 1 Time will not permit me to make a personal canvass, and I respectfully solicit your vote ancl influence for WM. MABLE. To the Electors of Ward 5 ried the total production more than 100,000 above that of 1906. During the year the Granby smelter treated 637,626 tons; the B. C. Coper Smelter, 341,952 tons, and the Dominion Cop- per smelter, 153,439 tons, a total of, IJ33.0I7 tons. The recent announce- j ment that the mines and smelter have j resumed operations, and that Mr. J. P. Graves, president of the Granhy' smelter, has declared the intention of i his company to greatly enlarge thc I capacity of their smelter, should re-1 move all doubt as to the immediate I future of this great mining camp. I beg to announce myself as a candidate for re-election as Alderman in the above ward. I stand entirely un- trammeled by any organization, and if elected will act on all public matters according to my own conception of what is best for the ward and thc city at large. A. HENDERSON. To the Electors of Ward 3 At the request of a number of electors I beg to announce myself as a candidate for Alderman for Ward No. 3 at thc coming municipal elections, and respectfully solicit your votes and influence. JOSHUA KINGHAM. ROWLAND BRITTAIN Registered Patent Attorney and Mechanical Enjineer. Room 3, Fairfield Block, Granville St. (near Postoffice) Vancouver. Letve Vour Baggage Cheeks at the Pacific Transfer Co'y No. 4 FORT ST. VICTORIA Phone 2Â«. A. E. KENT, Proprietor LATEST NUMBERS English Magazine CHUMS TIT-BITS THE STRAND PEARSONS PUNCH KNIGHT'S BOOKSTORE VICTOBIA, B. 0. THE WEEK SATURDAY, JANUARY n 1908. Incorporated 1905. Capital. $600,000.00 Capital Increased in 1907 to ...12,000,000.00 Subscribed Capital, $650,000 Reserve . . $60,000 Surplus, Jan. Â»â¢. 1907 . . $150,000 ICATHEKS, Gen. Han. IM CLOSING UF ESTATES either as Executors or Assignees the Dominion Trust Co., Ltd., Is never influenced by ulterior motives. Their entire ambition, effort, and energy ls directed towards securing the best possible returns for all concerned. Name this company executor ln your will. Blank will forms furnished free of charge and stored in our safety deposit vaults, when we are made your executor. DOMINION TRUST CO, Limited. 3a8 Haatingi St., West Vancouver, B. C. The Week A Provincial Review and Mag-Mine, published every Saturday _j "THE WEEK" PUBLISHING COMPANY, LIMITED. Published at VICTORIA and VANCOUVER 114 Qovernment Street. .Victoria, B.C. 616 Hastings St Vancouver, B.C. W. BLADMORR..Manager and Rdtter The King. Ther are lots of people in this world who make mistakes which would be avoided did they only possess the saving grace of humour. By common consent humour is the spice of journalism, ancl unfortunately journalism is sadly deficient in the seasoning. Occasionally a staid and sober editor will perpetrate a genuine fun- nyism and enliven the dull tones which habitually distinguish his columns. But there are humorists and humourists, and without a doubt the most amusing of all is the unconscious humourist; he who is funny without meaning to be and without knowing that he has been. These reflections are suggested by one of the most screamingly funny travesties which I have read in many a year, lt appeared in the leading editorial in a well-known Victoria family newspaper on Thursday morning last. Wild horses would not drag the name of that paper from me, because 1 realize that it would be unfair to punish thc management for an unconscious or subconscious perpetration of the editor. The subject of the article was "The King," and it starts out with a trick which reminds mc of thc amusement dear to the infantile mind of setting up a row of bricks on end and tipping One to cause all the others to fall. The writer, drawing upon his imagination for his facts, declares that "There has been considerable of an uproar (sic) in England because Mr. Haldane is supposed to have declared that the King gave his Ministers the benefit of his advice." Any Englishman and any educated Canadian would know at once that this statement constitutes bunkum of the cheapest kind. In the first place, no one takes very much notice of what Mr. Haldane says on any subject; he is not a man in the public eye, and possesses no personal influence. In the next place, every educated Englishman and most educated Canadians know from the statements which have been made from time to time, as well as from the side lights thrown upon thc relations subsisting between royalty and English Ministers in the diaries of illustrious persons, that the King of England is altogether in the habit of advising and counselling with his Ministers. King Edward has followed in the footsteps of his illustrious Mother, who advised her Ministers, on more than one occasion, in a very forcible and effective manner, and that without any protest on the part of a democratic people or any fear that Her Majesty would or could trench upon their liberty. The writer goes on to say that some people have asked if England is returning to the days of the Stuarts. It is quite possible that if anyone has been foolish enough to institute such a comparison, they would have been more likely to refer to the Tudors than the Stuarts. But let that pass. I venture to say that except in the pages of Reynold's newspaper, none of the above suggestions can be found in the print of any responsible English journal, and the ignorance of an editor who can assume that it correctly described anything which has actually happened or is likely to happen, can only be labelled "Colossal." But however much of the above may be quotation, the following sentence, for smug complacency and self satisfaction, would be hard to beat. It reads: "It is surprising how the British people can work themselves up into a semi-panic about nothing, when there is no great question demanding consideration." It is the first we havc heard of any state of semi-panic; everyone but the writer of the sentence knows that such a condition would be as absurd as it is impossible. Of all people in the world the true Britishers are the least subject to hysterical attacks, even of the kind which find their alleviation in "Cacoethes scribendi." When this humourous editor gets into close touch with the person of the King he becomes if possible still more amusing. The banality of his phraseology could only be matched in the Topeka Star or the Toledo Blade. The King will be duly grateful that so perspicuous a writer is willing to to concede that "He is an Englishman, or if you prefer the term, a Britisher. As such he must have a certain degree of influence." "Certain degree," as a phrase, is delicious. Further we feel safer or at any rate we feel that the empire is safer, when we read "King Edward is a constitutional Monarch. He probably understands the rights, privileges and duties of his position quite as well as anyone else." Is not this going a little bit too far? Surely the sentence should read: "Quite as well as anyone else except the writer." I have on more than one occasion contended that the unconscious humourist in question when dealing with British Imperial subjects is out of his natural habitat. The next sentence not only confirms the impresison, but almost takes one's breath away. Speaking of the King, he says: "He is not likely to go a step further than his duty to his fellow-countrymen requires him to (sic)." Just how long it has been permissible for the subjects of King Edward to speak of him as "a fellow-countryman" may well be regarded as a puzzle by all who have even a smattering of knowledge on the subject of constitutional usage or etiquette. Possibly the familiarity of expression was suggested by the custom of one Royal personage addressing another as 'cousin.' If this is not thc true explanation, then it must bc the last craze of the democratic mind confronted with the terror of autocracy. In all this there is one redeeming feature. However far the subjects of King Edward may have strayed from the pathway of true democracy, under the controlling influence of kingly power, we should be thankful that ther is one mentor to put us right. With such an one wielding the editorial pen never will it be possible for the King to transgress the bounds of his constitutional rights or to curtail the privileges of his "fellow- countrymen." Look where safety lies: "If he has strong views upon any subject (How dare a King have strong views?) it sems to us that he would be false to his kingly office (surely this smacks of the vestry meeting or thc Board of Trade) if he failed to impress them upon his ministers. If they are unable to agree with him, either he must yield or his Ministers must resign." (Extract from "Kings and Their Duties"âby Mentor.) I fear that if my readers have not by this time become accustomed to the sublime effrontery of the unconscious humorist, they will possibly fail to appreciate the benedicite which closes this unique exordium. It is touching alike in the simplicity of its conception, in the modesty of its assumption, and in the singular aptness of its phraseology, as if one should say: "In spite of these terribly auto cratic tendencies in a democratic age, so distressing to a loyal spirit which has vainly sought rest under two flags, there is still hope, and that hope becomes a certitude when it receives the imprimatur of our editorial seal." This is the imprimatur: "We think those people who are alarmed at the influence of the King are needlessly disturbed." To all of whicli, in common, thank God, with all King Edward's subjects, save only oneâhis fellow-countryman, I say Amen! and still have the audacity to subscribe myself a The Canadian Magazine. It is gratifying to note that, while The Canadian Magazine, as a literary production, has for some time been holding its own with the high-class magazines, it is now showing a marked advance artistically. The Christmas number gave emphasis to this feature, and again the January number contains some particularly attractive illustrations. The drawings of Louis A. Holman, illustrating an article on old Acadia forts, are especially good. The number contains a very valuable and illuminating article, entitled "Metal Mining in Canada," by Ralph Stokes, an authority on mining, and contributions by Dr. Louis Frechette, Virna Sheard, A. R. Carman, and other well-known writers. The Non-Flogger. "Is the new school principal opposed to corporal punishment?" "Is he? Well! He on't even slap a mosquito." Momentum. - Colonel Corn (as he saw for the first time an automobile going at a forty-mile clip)â"By gravy, but them horses must have gave that wagon a good start before they broke loose!" A Song of Cheer. Cheer up, cheer up, you that weakly Think the world is filled with woe, There are chances still worth seizing. Though the water pipes are freezing And the coal pile's getting low. Sordid Side of Golf. There is more of the sordid pot- hunting spirit in golf than is perhaps good for the healthy vitality of a pastime which does not in reality stand in great need of such an excitement to sustain the interest of its best players. There is also, perhaps, a too nicely calculated sense of the value of handicaps, and an ugly disposition in some quarters to nurse a handicap in view of some particular prize compe* ition. Teetotal Politicians. If I were a modern Caesar the men I would dread in political life are not the lean and the hungry, but the men who are the teetotallers. It may be that the removal of the soothing influence of wine gives to the teetotaller a keenness of interest, a perennial freshness of vigor and effortâwhatever the reason, the most formidable and most ambitious politicians in my experience are the teetotalles. Much Further. Still, a mottoless coin will go further than a coinless motto. Women footpads are noted around Philadelphia. Little by little, the fair sex usurps man's most profitable occupations. Five Â©'Clock Tea is much more enjoyable when you have that contented feeling of your tea sevice being in perfect taste. We would draw your attention to a number of our smaller sized Tea Sets in Silver Plate Ware eminently suitable for afternoon teas: The always fashionable "Queen Anne," "Plain Fluted," "King John" and King George" and the lovely soft "French Gray." Wc carry an immense assortment of Table Ware and Flat Ware. All Silver Plate exhibited in our Showrooms is manufactured specially for us by firms who have attained a world-wide reputation for highest grade workmanship. ;:iSH CHALLONER & MITCHELL DIAMOND MERCHANTS AND SILVERSMITHS 47 and 49 Qovernment St., Victoria. You can always *_â tg^ It tastes different tell an M. B. cigar |Vl# _m than otners- Cigar Made by S. A. Bantly, Victoria, B. C. Union Made. Havana Filler. Two Sizes. Sold Everywhere. Why is a Yacht Called "She." Becauseâ She has a waist line. She carries a spanker. She has a bow (beau). She is seen best in a breeze. She makes use of a puff. She often shows her heels. WHY IS LEMP'S BEER CALLED FOR MORE OFTEN THAN OTHER BOTTLED BEERS Becauseâ It is not charged with carbonic acid gas as some beers are. It has a sparkle, flavor and vim all its own. It is the highest product of the brewer's art. If your dealer cannot supply you for home use kindly phone PITHER & LEISER Corner Fort and Wharf Streets Qood Dinners Demand Qood Wines. Many an otherwise good dinner is spoiled by poor wines. If you supply G. Preller & Co.'s Clarets, Burgundies and Sauternes you will receive the highest compliments from your guests on your ability to select wines of purity, age, strength and bouquet. Preller's Clarets and Sauternes can now be procured in "splits" convenient for home or hospital use. If your dealer cannot supply you with this small size, kindly 'phone PITHER & LEISER Wholesale Distributors. LADIES SWEDISH GENTS MASSAGE Turkish Baths VIBRATOR TREATMENT KR. BJORNPELT, SWEDISH MASSEUR. Special Massage and Hometreat- ment by appointments. Room 2, Vernon Blk., Douglas St. Body Development. Hours 1 to 6. Phone 1629. EQUIP YOURSELF WITH A THOROUGH BUSINESS COURSE SHORTHAND TYPEWRITING BOOKKEEPING Day and Night Classes. Tou can enter school any time. Individual Instruction. A diploma from this school will enable you to secure and hold a position with the best firms. Terms reasonable. For particulars write or call THE SHORTHAND SCHOOL 1109 Broad Street Viotoria, B.O. E. A. MacMillan. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908 DISTRICT OF. RUPERT. S.W., No. 23, which Is seven'and one- west SO chains; north 80 chains; east TAKE NOTICE I. T. S. McPherson, half miles in a northerly direction from SO cliains to point of commencement. Agent of Victoria, B. C, intend to apply Crown Mountain and on Bank of Upper No. 35âCommencing at a post planted for a special timber license over the Salmon River; thence north 80 chains; at the northeast corner No. 35, which following described lands: east 80 chains; south 80 chains; vest is marked W.E.S., N.E. which No. 10âCommencing at a post plant- 80 chains to point of commencement. is flve miles distant' in a northerly died at the southeast corner section 3, No. 24âCommencing at a post planted rection from Crown Mountain; thence township 25, marked T. S. McP., No. at the southeast corner No. 24, marked south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north 10, which is two and one-quarter miles W.E.S., S.E., No. 24, which is eight and SO chains; east 80 chains; to point of northerly from west arm of Quatsino one-half miles distant in a northerly commencement. Sound, thence north SO chains; west 80 direction from Crown Mountain and one No. 36âCommencing at a post planted chains, south SO chains; east 80 chains mile north of the Upper Salmon River; at the northeast corner marked W.E.S., to point of commencement. thence west 80 chains; north 80 chains; N.E. No. 36, which is six miles distant Dec. 19th, 1907. east 80 chains; south SO chains to point in a northerly direction from Crown No. 11*âCommencing at a post plant- of commencement. Mountain and one-half a mile south of ed at the southwest corner of section 2, No. 26âCommencing at a post planted Upper Salmon River; thence west SO township 25, marked McP. F.. No. 11, at the northwest corner marked W.E.S., chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains; which is two and one-quarter miles N.W., No. 25, which is seven and one- north 80 chains to point of commence- northerly from west Arm Quatsino half miles distant in a northerly direc- ment. Sound, thence east 160 chains; north 40 tion from Crown Mountain and on the Staked Dec. 20th, 1907. chains, west 160 chains; south 40 chs., Bank of the Upper Salmon River; thence No. 37âCommencing at a post planted to point of commencement. south SO chains; thence east SO ehains; at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., Geo. H. Jackson, Agent, north SO chains; west 80 chains to point No. 37, S.E., which Is flve miles dis- Staked Dee. 1.9, 1907. No. 12*âCommencing at a post planted one and one-half mile lu a north- of commencement. tant in a southwesterly direction from No. 26âCommencing at a post planted West Lake, Sayward District; thenco it the northeast corner marked W.E.S., west SO chains; north 80 chains; east Westerly direction from the west end N.E., No. 26, which is seven and one- SO chains; south 80 chains to point of of Nah-Wl-Ti Lake, and one-half mlle half mlles distant in a northerly direc- commencement. west of S. E. Corner section 1, town- tlon from Crown Mountain and on the No. 38âCommencing at a post planted ship 33, thence west 40 chains; thonce bank of the Upper Salmon River; thence at the southwest corner mark.id W.E.S., north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chatns; north S.W. No. 38, which is five miles distant thence south 160 chains to point of 80 chains; east 80 chains to point of in a southwesterly direction from West commencement, containing 640 acres commencement. Lake, Sayward District; thence east SO more or less. No. 27â-Commencing at a post planted chains; north 80 chains; west. 80 chains; Staked Dec. 20, 1907. at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., south 80 chains to point of commence- No. 13âCommencing at a post plant- S.E. No. 27, which is seven and one- ment. ed one mile In northwesterly direction half miles distant in a northerly direc- No. 39âCommencing at a post planted from west end of Nah-Wl-Ti Lake, and tion from Crown Mountain and on the at the southeast corner, marked W.E.S., at N. W. corner soction 31, township Bank of the Upper Salmon River; thence S.E., No. 39, which is three and one-half 25, thence south SO chains; thence east north 80 chains; west SO chains; south miles distant from the south end of 80 chains; thenco north 80 chains; SO chains; east 80 chains to point of West Lake, where it joins the line of thence west 80 chains to point of com- commencement. Lot 110; thenee north 80 chains; west mencement. No. 28âCommencing at a post planted 80 chains; south 80 chains; east SO Staked Dec. 20, 1907. at the northeast corner which is marked chains to point of commencement. No. 14âCommencing at a post plant- W.E.S. N.E. No. 28, which is eight and No. 40âCommencing at a post planted ed one mile from west end of Nah-Wi- one-quarter miles distant in a north- at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., Ti Lake in northerly direction, half westerly direction from Crown Moun- s.W. No. 40, which is three and one-half mlle north of N. W. corner section 32, tain, and on the south bank of Upper miies in a southwesterly direction from township 25; thence south 80 chains; Salmon River; thence west 80 chains; the south end of West Lake, where it thence east following shore line 80 south SO chains; east 80 chains; north joins line of Block 110; thence north SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence 80 chains to point of commencement. chains; east SO chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains to point of commence- No. 29âCommencing at a post planted west 80 chains to point of commence- at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., ment. S.E. No. 29, which is eight and one- No. 41âCommencing at a post plant- quarter miles distant in a northwesterly ed at the southeast cor. marked W.E.S. direction from Crown Mountain and on s.E. No. 41, which is four miles distant bank of Upper Salmon River; thence in an easterly direction from south end ship 26, thence west 160 chains; thence west 80 ehains; north 80 chains; east 0f West Lake, on line of Block 110; south 40 chains; thence east 160 chains; SO chains; south SO chains to point of thence west 80 chains; north SO chains; thenco north 40 chains to point of commencement. east SO chains; south SO chains to point commencement. No. 30âCommencing at a post planted 0f commencement. Staked Dec. 20, 1907. at the northeast corner marked W.E.S., No. 42âCommencing at a post planted No. 17âCommencing at a post plant- N.E. No. 30, which is ten miles distant at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., ed one-half mile north of T. L. 13222, in a northwesterly direction from Crown s.W. No. 42, which is four miles distant of W. Comer section 31, township 19, Mountain and on bank of Upper Salmon jâ an easterly direction from south end thence east 80 chains; thence south SO River; thence 80 chains south; 80 chains 0f West Lake, on line Block 110; thence chains; thence west 80 chains; thence west; 80 chains north; SO chains east east 80 chains; north 80 chains; west north SO chains to point of commence- to point of commencement. 80 chains; south SO chains to point of ment containing 640 acres, more or less. No. 31âCommencing at a post planted commencement. â¢ - *- at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., No. 43âCommencing at a post planted S.E. No. 31, which is ten and one-half at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., miles distant in a northwesterly direc- s.E, No. 43, which is one and one-half tion from Crown Mountain and on the miies distant in a westerly direction bank of the Upper Salmon River; thence from the south end of West Lake, where 80 chains north; 80 chains west; 80 it j0ins the line of Block 110, thence | TRAVI TRAVELLERS' GUIDE 1 VICTORIA STRAND HOTEL VICTORIA The home ol all theatrical and -randcr He artists while in the Capital city, alto of other kindred bohemians. WRIQHT & FALCONER, Proprietor*. CAMBORNE ment. Staked Dec. 20, 1907. No. 16âCommencing at a post planted one-half mile north of T. L. 13222, and at N. E. corner section 36, town- Staked Dec. 20, 1907. Jan. 11. T. S. McPHERSON. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Sayward. TAKE NOTICE that W. E. Simpson chains"aouth,To"bhains east?to"point of north"Â£o "'chains? west"80*'chains;"south of Iowa Falls, Banker, intends to apply to the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special timber licence over tho following described lands thirty days after date. No. 12âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast corner marked W.E.S. S.E. No. 12, which is seven and one-half commencement. Staked Dec. 19, 1907. W. E. SIMPSON. Jan. 11. Thomas S. McPherson, Agent. 80 chains; east 80 ehains to point of commencement. No. 45âCommencing at a post planted at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., S.W. No. 45, which is one and one-half miles distant from the south end of West Lake, where it joins the line of 40 chains; east 160 chains to point of commencement. No. 13âCommencing at a post planted at thc southeast corner, marked W.E.S., S.E. No. 13, which is eight miles distant in a northerly direction from Crown Mountain and one mile north of Upper Salmon River; thence west 80 chains north SO chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of commencement. days after date. ed W.E.S., S.W., No. 46, which is one No. 1-âCommencing at a post planted mile distant and in a southeasterly dl- at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., rection from West Lake adjoining Block S.W. No. 1, which Is on the southeast 110; thence north 160 chains; east 40 bank of Upper Campbell Lake, where chains; south 160 chains; west 40 chains it cuts the C.P.R. line; thence east to point of commencement, following the C.P.R. line 100 chains; No. 47âCommencing at a post planted north 80 chains; thence following shore at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., line of said lake to point of commence- S.W., No. 47, which is two miles north* Our Store HAS A FINE LINE OF HIGH CLASS TOILET ARTICLES. We have just imported a fine assortment of French and English Hair Brushes. SEE THE NEW-SHAPED WHALEBONE BRUSH. USE BOWES' BUTTERMILK TOLIET LOTION FOR CHAPPED HANDS. Cyrus H. Bowes CHEMIST Government Street, near Yates St. VICTORIA, B. C. The Eva Hotel CAMBORNE, B. C. Headquarters for mining men and commercial travellers. JOHN A. THEW, Proprietor. BANFF, ALTA Hotel King Edward Banff's Most Popular $2 a Day Hotel. Close to Station and Sulphur Baths. N. K. LUXTON, Proprietor. PHOENIX. BOND SIGN CO. VANCOUVER Signs ELECTRIC BOARD METAL BULLETIN GLASS COTTON SHOW CARD In up-to-date styles. Estimates and designs furnished. Nn 14 Pnmmencine* nt nnost nlnnted ment- eontalnlng 640 acres more or less, westerly from south end of West lake. Â«o. i-iâcommencing ai a posi puinieu _. â ^m-^*,*,!^ it n nn.t ninntod ,â.._,,.,_ it ini,.., the ihi nf *Rin..i. nn at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., S.W. No. 14, which is eight miles distant In a northerly direction from Crown Mountain and one mile north of bank of Upper Salmon River; thence north 80 chains; east 80 chains; south 80 chains; west SO chains to point of commencement. No. 3âCommencing at a post planted where it joins the line of Block 110; at the southwest corner marked "WE..S., thence north SO chains; east 80 chains; S.W. No. 3, which is 20 chains distant south 80 chains; west SO chains to point in a northerly direction from the south of commencement. east corner of T. L. 14864 and three.- No. 48âCommencing at a post planted quarters of a mile fro mUpper Campbell at the southeast corner marked W.E.S.. Lake; thence east SO chains; north SO S.E., No. 48, which Is two miles distant chains; west SO chains; south 80 chains and in a northwesterly direction from 'No^l'dcommencing at a post planted t0 Point of commencement. the south end of West Lake, where It at th'e southeast corner, marked W.E.S., No. 4âCommencing at a post planted Joins line of Block 110; thenco north SO S.E. No. 15, which is eight and one-half at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., chains; west SO chains, south SO chains, miles distant from Crown mountain and S.E. No. 4, which is one mile distant east 80 chains to point of commence- 15 chains west of Island Power Com- in a northerly direction from Upper ment. pany's line near bank of Upper Salmon Campbell Lake, and one mile east of No. 49âCommencing at a post planted River; thence north 100 chains; west T. L. 14S64, thence west 80 chains', north at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., 64 chains; south 100 chains; east 64 80 chains; east 80 chains; south SO S.W. No. 49, which is three and one-half cnains to point of commencement. chains to point of commencement. miles distant in an easterly direction No. 16âCommencing at a post plant- No. 5âCommencing at a post planted from centre of shore line of West Lake, ed at the southeast corner marked W. at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., thence east SO chains; north SO chains; E. S., S.E. No. 16, which is nine miles S.W. No. 5, which Is one mile distant in west SO chains; thence south SO chains distant In a northerly direction from a northerly direction from Upper Camp- to point of commencement. Crown Mountain and one and one-half bell Lake, and one mile east of T. L. No 50_Commencing at a post planted miles north of stake 12, on the Bank 14864; thence SO chains north; 80 chains at th'e southeast corner, marked W.E.S., of the Upper Salmon River; thenco east; SO chains south chains west S.E. No. 50, which is three and one-half north 40 chains; west 160 chains; south to point of commencement. mnes distant in an easterly direction 40 chains; east 160 chains to point of No. 6âCommencing at a post Planted from the centre of shore ,-n0 on Wcst commencement. at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., No. 17âCommencing at a post planted S.E. No. 6, which is situated on the at the southeast corner, marked W.E.S., north shore of Upper Campbell Lake, S. E. No. 17, which ls nine and one-half on the C.P.R. line; thence west 40 miles distant. In a northerly direction chains; north 160 chains; east 40 chains; from Crown Mountain and two and one- south 160 chains to point of eommence- hnlf miles north of bank of Upper ment. Salmon River; thence west 80 chains; No 7_Commenctng at a post plantod north 80 chains; east SO chains; south nt tl)n southeast corner marked W.E.S., 80 chains to point of commencement. g B No 7| which Is about four miles in No. 18âCommencing at a post plant- a northwesterlv direction from Crown ed at the southwest corner marked W. Mountain; thence north 80 chatns; west E. S., P.W., No. 18, which Is nine and sn cha-ns- south 80 chains; east SO one-half miles in a northerly direction chains to point of commencement. fT SiÂ»rnnHh"nft'nnnPT^aZoan Rh"er" No. 8-Commencing at a post planted fhiL1? Â«â ?â¢Â» snhnlnÂ«PSoi.th Achates- at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., thence east SU chains nortn su cnains, wi.i..., i<* Â«Â». -mil,*,**! riutint TSt 80mC^m;PntOl'th S0 Cha",S t0 PÂ°int ^ nortkeriyÂ°dlrlction 'Â£ Crown 0fNo0'w-CoemmencIng at a post planted fountain; th^ce north SO chains^ west ot tho -amitiiwoot corner marked WES SO chains, soutn SU cnains, east su tw%Ti^leh^_T_^oV^i *ainLto point, of commencement, miles distant In a northerly direction from Crown Mountain and three miles northerly and westerly from post No. Lake, thence west 80 chains; north chains; east SO chains; south SO chains to point of commencement. No. 51âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast corner marked W.E.S.. S.E. No. 51, which is flve miles from the south end of West lake, where it joins the line of Block 110; thence north 80 chains; west SO chains; south SO chains; east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked Dec. 15, 1907. No. 52âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast corner, marked W.E.S., S.E. No. 52, which Is six mlles westerly from the south end of AArest Lako where it joins line of Block 110; thence north 80 chains; west SO chains', south 80 chains; east 80 chains to point of commencement. No. 53âCommencing at a post planted SWEDISH un MASSAGE TURKISH BATHS. VIBRATOR TREATMENT. MR. BJORNFELT, SWEDISH MASSEUR. Special Massage and Hometreat- ment by appointments. Room 2, Vernon Block, Douglas Street, Victoria. Hoursâii to 12 a.m. Phone 1629. Deane's Hotel PHOENIX, B. C. New. Modern hot water lystem. Btoctri* lighted. Tub and shower baths and laundry la connection. The miners'home. Â» DANNY " DEANE, Proprietor ROSSLAND Hoffman House ROSSLAND, B. C. Rates $1.00 per day and up. Cafe ia Connection. GREEN & SriiTH. Prop's. NELSON. HOTEL HUME NELSON, B. C, Leading Hotel o( the Kootenays. J. FRED HUME, - Proprietor. Silver King Hotel, NELSON. B. C. The home of the Industrial Workers of the Kootenays. W. E. HcCandllsh, Proprietor Royal Hotel NELSON, B. C. Tlie Best Family Hotel in ths City. $1.00 a day. Mrs. Wm. Roberts, Proprietress Staked Dec. 16th, 1907. No. 9âCommencing at a post planted at the southwest corner marked W.E.S. at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., S.W. No. 53, which Is six miles in a ,., v. "1,â _.<â Ti-,r._,r t!.imm uivpr* S.E. No. 9, which is four miles distant westerly direction from tho south end 12, on bank of Upper Salmon River northerly direction t.om Crown of West lake, where it joins line of thence north 80 chain .east 80 chains, Mountain; thence north 160 chains; west Lot 110; thence north SO chains; east south 80 chains; west 80 chains to point 4() oha, ' south ]60 ohahlg. east 40 SO chains; south SO chains; west 80 of^TComÂ»1?e1?â¢^nâV,â^o* ot tho omitheist chains to point of commencement. chains to point of commencement. No. 20-Commenckig at the southeast 10âCommencing at a post planted No. 54âCommencing at a post planted corner marked W.E.S., S.E., No. ^u , goutheast corner marked W.E.S., at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., which is ten and one-half miles distant , , , j SE No B4 which ,s tw0 and one.half in a northerly direction from i_rown , â¢ .u.;.,_. _,,_._.,.._ * ...i,â_â Â»i,â rr,ii_,0 ,n<,tor,t in on oootoHv <Ui.p_.tinn Mountain and three miles northwesterly from stake 12, on the bank of the Up* per Salmon River, thence in a northerlv direction from where the miles distant in an easterly direction C.P.R. line cuts the north shore of Up- from the north end of West lake, thenco nnvth"sn Per Campbell Lake; thence west 80 west 80 chains; north 80 chains; east chains; north SO chains; east 80 chains; 80 chains; south 80 chains to point of *-,â, " ,. on âu.i... ......tv, on nViolne* cnains nori.ii mi cnains easi ou cnains ov uimuio, ouu., ^nKSidÂ° M^\u00E2¢â¢1 south 80 chains to point of commence- commencement. east SO chains to point of commencement. , . , No. 21âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., S.E. No. 21, which is eleven and one- half miles distant in a northerly direc* ment. No. 65âCommencing at a post plantod No. 11âCommencing at a post planted at the southwest corner marked W.E.S., at the southeast corner marked W.E.S., S.W. No. 55, which Is two and one-half S.E., No. 11, which Is flve and one-quar- miles distant westerly from the north tor mlles distant in a northerly and end of West lake; thence east 100 chains* â¢River* thence north SO chains; west su ;-Â»â -Â»..Â»Â»â¢ Â»Â«-â â .Â» â _..Â«....., ~. dlains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains to point of commencement, to point of commencement. st.ikni i>n. n, i.iui. Nn. 22âCommencing at a post planted nt the southwest corner marked W.E.S., SW. No. 22, which is eleven and one* half miles distant in a northerly direc W. E. SIMPSON, â Tan. 11. Thos. S. McPherson, Agent. No. 32âCommencing at a post planted at the northwest corner marked W.E.S., N.W. No. 32, which ls six mlles distant In a northerly direction from Crown VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Nootka. No. 2âCommencing at a post planted tin,*, frnm Crown Mountain and four Mountain, and one-half mile south of at the southeast corner marked W.E.S.. "7," In?, northwesterlv direction from UnPer Salmon River, thence east SO s.E. No. 2, situate on the west Bank Sake 12 on the Bank of the Upper chains; south SO chains; west 80 chains, Upper Campbell Lake, where the C.P.R. Salmon River; thence north 80 chains; n01"th s0 chains to point of commence- nne cuts same; thence west 80 chains oast 80 chains; south 80 chains; west m_)i- ., â . _ . , , , 80 chains to point of commencement. No. 34-Commencing at.a post planted north 120 chains; east 40 chains; south SO chains; east 40 chains; south 40 Staked Dec. l8th, 1907. W.E.S., N.E. No. 34, which is three miles No. 23âCommencing at a post planted distant in a northerly direction from at Uie northeast corner No. 24, marked chains to point of commencement. """" " Staked December 16th, 1907. WILLIAM E. SIMPSON, HOLLY TREES Priest Iron Jg <*â ** to fj.oo, seeordmg to sue. Writs for ieÂ«d s>4 tree catalog. JAY & CO. VICTORIA, B. C. Pantage's Theatre JOHNSON STREET VICTORIA, B. C. ADVANCED VAUDEVILLE Matinees (any part of houie) 10c Evenings, Balcony 10c Lower Floor 20c Boxes 10c Matinees Every Afternoon at 3 0'CIock. Night Performances 8 and 9.15 BEDDING PLANTS Cheap Prices. Get our price list. Johnston's Seed Store City Market VICTORIA Victoria FRUIT and Farm Lands Write ior "Home List" and information. R. S. DAY and BEAUMONT BOGGS Realty Brokers. FORT STREET TIOTOBIA. THOMAi CATTXBAXA â slider and 0Â«n*tÂ»l Contractor. Tender! rive* on Brick, Ston* an Frame, Alteration!, Parquetry Floorlni Offlc*. Bank, Store aad Saloon Fitting' Pll* Driving, Whirr*! and Dock Shod: conitrucUd and repaired. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n, 1908. NEW WESTMINSTER ss TRICT. LAND DIS- Distriet of New Westminster. TAKE NOTICE that Roman Z. Chandler, of Vancouver, B. C, occupation timber broker, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 2âCommencing at a post planted at northwest corner of T. L. 1S1S7; thence east 80 chains along the north line of T. L. 18187; thence north SO chains along the west line of T. L. 12502; thence east SO chains along the north line of T. L. 12502; thence north 80 chains along the west line of T. L. 12503; thence ln a southwesterly course along the line of the Capilano Water Reserve to place of commencement, and containing 640 acres of land, more or less. December 23, 1907. Jan 11. ROMAN Z. CHANDLER. NOTICE Is hereby given that I, George French, prospector, of Skidegate, B.C., intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres, bounded as follows:âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Section 21, Township 4, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence running SO chains north; thence SO chains east; thence 80 chains south to shore line; thence following shore line to point of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located December 12th. 1907. GEORGE FRENCH, Locator. Jan. 4 John Simister, Agent. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C.j thence east 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence west SO chains, more or less to River; thence southerly 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less Staked December 7. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Kimsqult River, about 4 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 6l, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence south 80 chatns to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 9. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that I, Benjamin Kromp, of Skidegate, B. C, rancher, intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and vetroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:â Commencing at a post planted near the Jan. 4 beach at the southeast corner of Section 20, Township 4, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains east; thence 80 chains south and over and under water; thence 80 chains west over and under water to point of commencement; containing 640 acres, more or less. Located November 30th, 1907. BENJAMIN KROMP, Locator. Jan. 4 John Simister, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted at the S. E. Cor. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 50 and marked the N. E. Cor.; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chatns, more or less, to south boundary of lot 50; thence east SO chains along said boundary to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Kimsquit River, about iy2 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thenee east SO chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 10. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains east of the N. E. Cor. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 50, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. Cor.; thence cast 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence 40 chains to bank of Salmon River; thence south 160 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Salmon River, about 2 mlles north of the N. E. C. of Lot 50 and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east SO chnins; thence north 80 chains; thonco west SO chains, more or less, to bank of river; thence southerly 80 chnins along bank of river to point of commencement, containing 6*10 acres. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Kimsqult River, about 2% miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 10. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 10. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 9, marked S.E. Corner, Section 19, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 11. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 10, marked S.E. Corner, Section 30, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east SO chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 12. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 11, marked S.E. corner, Section 31, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chatns; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. T. S. McPHERSON. Dec. 28 Per Geo. H. Jackson. COAST LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 1. TAKE NOTICE that F. S. Buck of Vancouver, B.C., occupation lumberman, Intends to apply for a special timber license over the following described lands: 1. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, 40 chains in southerly direction from the N.E. corner of surveyed Lot 625 on north shore of lake; thence north 80 chains more or less to the south line of T. L. 7714; thence east 80 chains; thenee south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to this post. FRED. S. BUCK. 2. Commencing at a post planted about about 40 chains south and 80 chains east of N. E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence north SO chains; thence east SO chains; thence south 80 ehains; thence west SO chains to this post. Staked Dec. lst. Dec. 2S FRED. S. BUCK. NOTICE is hereby given that I, James Alfred Owens, prospector, Skidegate, B. C, intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:â Commencing at a post planted northeast corner, near the beach on south shore of Skidegate Inlet, B.C.; Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, supposed to he Section 5, Township 1; thence running 80 chains south; thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chains north to shore line; thence following shore line to point of commencement; containing 640 acres, more or less. Located November 29th, 1907. JAMES ALFRED OWENS, Jan. 4 Locator. NOTICE is hereby given that I, Emily Margaret Johnston, of Victoria, B.C., intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 aeres of land bounded as follows:âCommencing at a post planted at the south-east corner of section 33, township one (1), Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thonce running SO chains north; thence 80 chains east; thence SO chains south; thence 80 chains west to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or loss. Located December 6th, 1907. EMILY MARGARET JOHNSTON, Locator. Jan. 4. Christopher Johnson, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTTCE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Salmon River, about 5 miles north of thc N. E. C. of Lot 50 and marked T, H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thonco enst 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains, more or less, to River; thence southerly along river 160 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 7. THOMAS II. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to npply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Kimsqult River, about 2 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence west 80 chains to hnnk of river; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 9. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ¢ Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Kimsqult River, about 3 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. DISTRICT OF RUPERT. TAKE NOTICE that I, T. S. McPherson, agent of Victoria, B.C., Intend to apply for special timber license over the following described lands: 1. Commencing at a post planted about 4 miles distant in a northwesterly direction from the head of west arm of Quatsino sound and marked N.E. Cor. section 25. township 37, thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 2. Commencing at a post planted ahout 4 miles and in a northwesterly direction from the head of west arm, Quatsino Sound, marked S.E. Cor. Section 36, Township 37, thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east SO chains to point of commencement. Staked December 5th, 1907. 3. Commencing at a post planted ahout nne mile In a westerly direction Claim No. 2. marked N.E. Cor., Section 26, Township 37; thenco south 80 chains; thenco west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked Decemher Sth, 1907. 4. Commencing at a post planted about one mile In a westerly direction from Claim No. 2, marked S. E. Cor., Section 35, Township 37; thence north SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 ehains to point of commencement. Staked December 5th, 1907. 5. Commencing at a post planted about one mile in a northwesterly direction from claim No. 4, marked N.E. Corner. Soction 34, Township 37; thence south SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Commencing at a post planted one mlle distant in a northwesterly direction from claim No. 4, marked S. E. Corner, Section 3, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 7. Commencing at a post planted ahout one mile distant and ln a northwest direction from claim No. 6, marked S.E. corner, Section 9, Township 36; thence north SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east SO chains to point of commencement. Staked Dec. 6th, 1907. 8. Commencing at a post planted about one mile ln a northwesterly direction from claim No. 7, marked S. E. corner, section 17, township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains', thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. _>. Commencing at a post planted about one mlle distant In a westerly dlroctlon from claim No. 8, marked S. E. Corner, Soction 18, Township 36; thence COAST LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range One. TAKE NOTICE that F. S. Buck of Vancouver, B.C., occupation lumberman, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 3. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, at the head of a lake, and at N.E. end of said lake, and about 40 chains south and about 50 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence east SO chains; thence south SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 2n, 1907. No. 4. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, about 40 chains south and 130 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Srd, 1907. No. 5. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, about 40 chains south and 210 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains', thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. No. 6. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, at the S.E. corner of T.L. 15S06; thence west SO chains to the S.W. of T. L. 15806, thence north 40 chains; thence west 20 chains; thence south 80 chains (more or less) to north shore of lake; thence east along shore of lake 100 chains; thence north 40 chains (more or less) to point of commencement. Staked December 2nd, 1907. Dec. 28 F. S. BUCK. No. 34âCommencing at a post planted 10 chains east of the N.W. corner of No. 32, being about 10 chains east of Young's River and about three miles north of Blanked Bluff, being the S.W. corner; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 160 chains', thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. No. 35âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner, opposite No. 34 post, being about 10 chains east of Young's River, and about three miles north of Blanket Bluff; thence north 160 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence south 160 chains', thence east 40 chains to point of commencement. Nov. 24th, 1907. No. 36âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner about 10 chains east of the N.E. corner, 34 and 46 ohains east of Young's River, being five mlles northerly from Blanket Bluff; thence north SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG, Dec. 28 J. W. Radly, Agent. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Superstructure of Swing Span. NOTICE is hereby given that the time for receiving tenders for the Superstructure Metal for Swing Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River, has been extended up to and including Friday, the 31st day of January, 1908. F. C. GAMBLE, Public Works Engineer. Lands and Works Department, Victoria, B.C., December 17th, 1907. Dec. 28 NOTICE TO LOGGERS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Piles. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 2. TAKE NOTICE that George Young, of Victoria, B.C., Timber Cruiser, in tends to apply for special timber licences over the following described lands: No. 26âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner, near Clyak River, being 6 miles N.E. from the Junction of 'Young and Clyak Rivers and opposite the N.E. corner of No. 16, thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 27âCommencing at a post planted at the S.W. corner, opposite the N. W. Corner of N. 17, being about 5 chains east of Clyak River and about 7 miles N.E. from the Junction of Young and Clyak River, thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th. 1907. No. 28âCommencing at a post planted on the river bank at the S.W. corner and opposite the N.W. corner of No. 27, being one-half mile northerly from Bever Rapids. Clyak River; thence north 100 ehains; thence oast 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence wost 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 29âCommencing at n post planted on the river bank at the S.E. corner and opposite the N.E. corner of No. 26, being one-half mile south of Bever Rapids, Clyak River; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains: thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 30âCommencing at a post planted on the bank at the S. E. corner and opposite No. 28, being one-half mile north of Bever Rapids, Clyak River, thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thenco east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 31âCommencing at a post planted at the S. E. corner about 10 chains west from the N.E. corner of No. 28, on the river bank, about one and three- quarter miles north of Bever Rapids on Clyak River; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 32âCommencing at a post planted at the S. W. corner, about flve (G) chains east of Young's River, being about nine and one-quarter mlles from Its junction with Clyak River, and opposite the N. W. corner of No. 25; thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. No. 33âCommonclng at a post planted nt the S.E. corner about 5 chains east of Young's River, being about nine and one-quarter miles from the Junction of Young and Clyak Rivers and opposite No. 32; thonce north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that J. A. Johnson, of Vancouver, cruiser, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â 1. Commencing at a post planted on the southwest corner of Leose No. 2; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west along south boundary of said lease 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 2. Commencing at a post planted on the south bank of river running into Beaver Cove, and on the west boundary of Lease No. 2; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence nortli SO chains; thence east 80 chains along bank- of said river to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 3. Commencing at a post planted about 80 chains west of west boundary of Lease No. 2, and on south bank of a river running Into Beaver Cove; thence south 160 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains along bank of said river to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 4. Commencing at a post planted about the southeast corner of T. L. No. 11,596; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 5. Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains east of the south-east corner of T. L. 11,395; thence east 160 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 160 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 6. Commencing at a post planted about 20 chains south of the southwest corner of Lease No. 2; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. Dated December 27th, 1907. Jan 4. J. A. JOHNSON. ALTERNATIVE sealed tenders, superscribed "Tender fo.- Piles, Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River," will be received by the Honourable the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, Victoria, B. C, up to and including Tuesday, the 31st of December, 1907, for furnishing and delivering at th* bridge site on the North Arm of the Fraser River, on the line of the Cemetery Road, fir and cedar piles. About six hundred (600) will be required, varying in length from twenty (20) to forty-five (45) feet. They must be straight, sound, and not less than ten (10 inches at the small end. No butts will be accepted. Further printed particulars can be obtained on application to the undersigned. Tenderers must state the price per lineal foot for piles delivered. The successful tenderer will be furnished with a list giving the number of piles required and the length of each. Each tender must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certificate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the order of the Honourable the Chief Commissioner, in* the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars ($250), which shall be forfeited if tho party tendering decline or neglect to enter into contract when called upon to do so, or fail to complete the work contracted for. The cheques or certificates of deposit of unsuccessful ten- tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contract. Tenders will not be considered unless made out on the form supplied, signed with the actual signatures of the tenderers, and enclosed in the envelope furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Nov. 30 Public Works Engineer. LAND REGISTRY ACT. In the matter of an application for a Duplicate Certificate of Title to Lot 5 of Lot 7 of Section 10, (Map 280), Esquimalt District, Victoria City. Notice is hereby given that it is my intention at the expiration of one month from the first publication hereof to issue a Duplicate of the Certificate of Title to said lot, issued to George A. Cold- well on the 6th day of June, 1899, and numbered 6296C. Land Registry Office, Victoria, B.C., the 21st day of November, 1907. S. Y. WOOTTON, Nov. 23 Registrar-General. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that Roland D. Craig, of Vancouver, occupation Forester, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted one (1) mile south and 20 chains west from the southwest corner of L. 222, West Fork of Adams River; thenco south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains. December 20th, 1907. Jan. 4 ROLAND D. CRAIG. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that M. J. Kinney, of Portland, Ore., occupation Lumberman, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post planted on the north line of Township 10, Rupert District, where the said line intersects the shore line of the east side of Marble Bay; thence northerly following the shore lino a distance of about 200 chains to the northeast corner of lot 315. Staked the 16th day of December, 1907 M. J. KINNEY. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that The Quatsino Power and Puly Company, of Victoria, B.C., occupation, A Pulp Company, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post planted on the north line of Township 10, Marble Cove, Rupert District, where the said line intersects the shore line on the east side of Marble Bay; thence southerly following the shore line a distance of about 120 chains to a point Intersecting the mouth of Marble Creek. Staked the 16th day of December, 1907. THE QUATSINO POWER & PULP COMPANY. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTTCE that Enoch A. White, of Victoria, B.C.. occupation Lumberman. Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described foreshore: Commonclng at a post planted at the northeast corner of an Indian Reserve at the head of Quatsino Narrows, Rupert District, thence southerly following the shore llne a distance of about 160 chains to a point Intersecting the mouth of Marble Creek, including small Island on north line of section 10. ENOCH A. WHITE. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. Superstructure of Swing Span. SEALED TENDERS, superscribed "Tender for Superstructure Metal for Swing Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River," will be received by the Hon. the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, Victoria, B.C., up to and including Tuesday, the 31st of December, 1907, for manufacturing and delivering, f. o. b., scow at Vancouver or New Westminster, ail the metal work required for the superstructure of a steel swing span. Drawings, specifications, condition of contract and tender may be seen by intending tenderers on and after Tuesday, the 26th of November, 1907, at the ofllce of the Public Works Engineer, Lands and Works Department, and at the oflice of the Provincial Timber In spector, Court House, Vancouver, B.C. Each tender must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certificate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the order of the Honourable the Chief Commissioner in the sum of two hundred and fifty ($250) dollars, which shall be forfeited if the party tendering decline or neglect to enter into contract when called upon to do so. The cheques or certificates of deposit of successful tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contract. The successful tenderer will be called upon to furnish a bond, himself and two securities, satisfactory to the Honourable the Chief Commissioner, in the sum of $1,000 each, or to furnish a bond of a Guarantee Company satisfactory to the Honourable the Chief Commissioner in the sum of $3,000 for the due fulfilment of the work contracted for. Upon the execution of the contract and a satisfactory bond being supplied, signed with the actual signatures of the tenderers and enclosed in the envelopes furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Nov. 30 Public Works Engineer. DISTRICT OF CASSAIR. TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., of Vancouver, occupation, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land, about 40 acres: Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Lot 479; thence following high water mark south and west to the southeast corner of Lot 308; thence east flve chains; thence north and east following a line parallel to high water mark about 80 chains to a point 6 chains south of point of commencement and thence to said point of commencement. Dated Nov. 25th, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO., Dec. 7 Per J. Herrick MacGregor. TAKE NOTICE that George Younr and Arthur Bell, of Victoria, B.C., Timber Dealers, Intend to apply for th* rite to purchase the following described lands ln Kildalla Bay, Rivers Inlet; commencing at this post planted on the east side of the Bay about one-third of a mile from the point at the mouth of th* Bay, being the southwest corner post; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 90 chains to beach; thenee south along beaeh to point of commencement; containing 40 acres, more or less. Staked Nov. 25, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG & ARTHUR BELL. Dec. 7 George Young, Agent. THE WEEK, SATURDAY JANUARY n 1908. jooo-tj-ooo-oooooooooo^ s*oo*o-ooo-ck>-ooooÂ©o^ JProtect Your Eyes.u^,^^ _____ HOTEL 5 C/ 9 if* ^J*/ HOTEL, sTCLUB FURNISHERS 2 9 If ^fCLUB FURNISHERS VICTORIA, B. Ci, 9 FROM THE STRAIN CAUSED BY POOR READING LIGHTS. 8 VICTORIA*B. C_ â |-^^^^^^SS^^^S555SS ft You'll be reading all those books you received at Christmas! Then, too, there are the magazines 0-UHHiatoH,... TÂ«r*TlItew5ffi!!fl^^^ S an<i the papers-much reading will be done in artificial light during the coming few months. Going $ BEDR0OM FURNITURE YOU 1 ry 1 Ills TV all vIOlIl o to guard your eyes? You should, because good eyesight is a valuable asset. You 11 be doing a good 6 SHOULD OWN. I _%__>{â A _vf VX7 II D 6 ^ea' Â°* rea^'nS' an^ yÂ°u want *e -"Sh* right if you wish to do your eyes justice. You'll enjoy the 9 iQSlCau OI Wflll rflpCr. 5 book more, too, if there is no eye strain. Eye doctors of repute say there is no light that surpasses X We have some excellent offerings 9 the light of a good oil lamp, for softness of light and gratefulness to the eyes. You'll find our stock of 0 â 1 nriced chiffoniers we should VVe are ready for housewives who 9 lamps the highest mark of lamp perfection. The most renowned lampmakers contribute to this stock 9 ' , T. ( , glory in a cheerful kitchen and a san- X 0f ours, and the new arrivals from these makers are, indeed, choice styles. The obnoxious odor of oil 6 llke t0 sllow you' inese ver.y u itary Bathroom, for those who'll ap- 6 exuded by some lamps when heated is eliminated in the scientific construction of these lamps, and you 9 articles of bedroom furnishings are preciate a big step in movement to- 9 needn't fear this disagreeable feature. Perfection has been reached, and we sell you a lamp that will X So low in price that everyone should wards better sanitary conditions, with X not "smell." Perfect combustion renders them odorlessâeliminating the only objection to kerosene as 0 en*0 the luxurious usefulness of one a big shipment of new and delightful 0 as lighting agent. Our present display is the largest we have ever shown, and, by far, the best. Art 9 ... , . patterns in "Decora," the new wash- 2 aâd science have been cleverly combined, and we have practical lamps that are truly artistic and, 6 1 hose "stecl nere are ,w n Â£" able wall coveringâthe wall covering 6 withall, low in price. Come in and let us tell you more about them! 9 but are of excellent quality. They upon which you can turn the hose g 2 are well finished and would make a ffinloSSSM?.w"terorthi A Few Pricings From an Excellent Lamp Stock. i^^.:^:0..^ *Â£ apS to thriliXZustiffwllo I "The Arion," a table lamp in pleasing assortment f other bJJ,Â«r ^"dstyjes but come delights in a clean, bright and attrac-9 M of decorations, complete with globe at, 5 Â«n â¢'Â« u* shÂ° w you these. Shown tive kitchen. A washable, waterproof g MMf each $2.00 o on rourtn rioor. cloth that will not crack or peel off. 6 B9 Same LamP> with shade instead of globe, making X chiffonierâIn Golden Elm, highly Sanitary as marble or tile for the 9 ______SS___k. it a low priced reading lamp, at, each $2.00 9 polished anci well made through- same reasonâgrease, smoke, dirt and 6 __*W_ _______ T1?e LÂ«ray. a larSer s'ze lamp than the Anon, X Qut This style has fivc {l,i, sized microbes will not adhere to it. Should 9 ./ISlSSItfw^Bk ln a blg assortment of pretty decorations, 6 drawers, giving you lots of storage they collect upon the surface, a wet X M^K^^^A _, at, each $2.50 9 s Priced so low that it is cloth will remove them instantly. 6 imFMfflESBlBBm e LamP> wlth shatle for rcadmg purposes, X within the reach of all. Price, Saves work for busy housewife, saves? MmW__WF_32_f!k throwing lots of soft light, at, each $2.50 g each jI0-00 doctors' bills. Satisfies the artistic 6 mS_Wj^__m^^^_m "The Prince'" a handsome lamp with a still X taste of all, because made in the 9 tmBmi^^^^^^^ larger size burner than the "Luray." Attrac- 6 ChiffonierâGolden Elm, highly pol- greatest number of desirable patterns. X WHS_W____J<mBi___Wg tive variety of decorations, at, each $2.75 9 isiled. This style has fivc full-sized Put on the wall same as paper, and 0 _lli_: Sslaaa ____W "Tne Aurora," a more elaborate style of decora- X drawers and very large bevel mirror costs no more than the good grades. 9 ^_^__WaK_W_l^Sr *ion' and one that is already a favorite, though g 0f best quality. A very stylish low Made primarily for the walls and ceil-X ^|B Wjr in but a few days, at, each $3.00 X priced chiffonier, and excellent ings of bathrooms and kitchens, but 9 ^ffW-^Hf^ "The Lenox," a circular burner lamp that gives 6 value, at, each $14.00 has a thousand uses about the house. X ffHIllf? fortl1 a big flow of restfiu ''S111* Tllis sty'Â° 6 â¢ â¢ This wall covering is being employed 9 SaSSf T comes in unusually pretty decorations. At, Jj ChiffonierâSurface Oak, in a pretty in artistic homes the country over in 9 y-wJsEilraM eaeh $4-00 2 style' Tllis Prctty chiffonier has place of wallpaper. It is made in 2 /e!^-____-S%k "The Athens," similar in appearance to the X five drawers and hat box and large such a variety of patternsâtile, floral, 6 m_tWtB_W_W_W__. "Lennox," only slightly larger, at, each. .$4.50 6 bevel mirror, bow front and sev- etcâthat most any taste can be sat- Â§ ^'w'^R^li!^ "The Verona," a large handsome lamp, style that 9 eral points of excellence. We have isfied. The new patterns are choice. 6 ^_^_^_lW___^_^x__^ w'" certainly please you, and at the price 6 marked it at a low price. Some nice wainscotting with border. 9 1bK___!_11k_____-!___W usually charged for very ordinary kinds. Ex- 9 Each $22.50 If you are building, better investigate. X _0__M_%._____a_ cellent value at, each $5.50 X_-.u-o* a __. n _ 1-or Samples mailed free to out-of-town 5 Â«^HV "The Evelyn," similar style in slightly larger X Chiffonier-Another excellent chiffon- people who are interested. Â§ HBHNr size, at, each .$6.00 S ler offering. ,lhls *y c .c.om,es '" $ ^w___W__Wm^ nn.. t i, *,, , , 9 surface oak, is well finished and OUT-OF-TOWN ORDERS X iPS^ Lazarre, still larger, in same style at, 6 constructed throughout, has five PACKED AND SHIPPED $ <4)&S__%*_ D Vt â¢ "","1 a u""a_. X hrge tlr?TrS a"d,- a large bevel DDniumiM v _. /^f^r^Sm). Banquet Lamp, in metal, green and gilt and red 0 mirror of best quality. fKUmfi.lt. 6 _WffimMs8S&l -.- and gilt, at, each $7.50 9 Price $25.00 Don't hesitate to send us your or-6 __W^^_Â»L *'* Banquet Lamp, in brass, complete with nile green X ders for China and Glassware from 9 Â«HgrÂ«.-- "(-jap*- shade, at, each $4.00 9 Rpcf R-O/f VfllllP in your country home. Matchings for X T, . . , â *.. . . . _. . ,, '*.->__,, ,- _u . â¢ _ "cal ucu â¼ Â«*1U-C Ul sets or other needs the selection of 9 If you do an unusual amount of reading or studying there isnt anything in the lamp line that is X ., â, which you may confidently leave to g better for you than one of these Students' Lamps.. They are the superior article for such work. They 5 tlie l/llV. us will have most careful attention X give the greatest possible amount of light with the minimum consumption of oil, and they throw it X * Just give us a price limit and a gen- 9 wnere you want it. 6 Brass Trimmed Iron BedsâHere is eral description. No matter how small X Student Lamps in ickel late with opal shade Student Lamps, in brass, with opal shade, at, Â§ anÂ°thÂ« unusually stylish bed and a or large the order, the packing will 9 at eacj, js -0 g^fo j- c0 2 Ded value we will pit against any ensure safe carriage to any distance, g Stud^nt Lampj; â¢â nickel" plate,' "with green shade, Student Lamps',' in' brass, 'with green 'shade, at, 6 offering in this town. Continuous Selections made of articles suitable 5 at eac<^ ... .......$6.00 each $6.00 2 P'l'ars, Husked brass centre spin- for card prizes, the best value being 9 ' '" " â â¢...-.. ...... ...... ....... . 1 ^__ jnsteac[ 0Â£ jron pu|j s|ze gee assured. X SEE OUR HANGING LAMPSâMANY STYL ES FROM $3.50 TO $15.00. X this one. Price $11.40 ^_>000-0-0-0-00-00Â©0000000<K>-0-00-00-Â©Â©00^^ SÂ©0000000-00Â©00-0Â©0000<><>0<><>0<>0Â©000<^^ At The Street Corner By THB LOUNOER I have had lots of fun this week, what with preparations for the municipal election, the public discussion of expert Adams' water report, and the ultimatum of the Provincial Government with respect to the nuisance on James Bay flats. Then there have been minor matters of interest, including the Stanford match, Kubelik, and the weather. I am going to say a few words on each of these subjects, from the standpoint of the peripatetic Lounger. With respect to the municipal campaign, I must congratulate the press on having stirred up the public. Little more than a week ago it looked as if the Morley regime might be continued for another year, but the worm has turned and the ticket which has been put up by one of the most representative committees which could have been got together in the city is a sure winner. It does not suit everybody, but as a ticket it has few faults, because all tickets subscribed to by men of different political parties are a matter of compromise. The men who formed the ticket had only one object in view, to give the city good management. It is so long since we had this, that it will be welcomed again like a stranger. The daily press has dwelt on the i important public questions which have been so badly handled by the present Council and their immediate predecessors, but there are matters about which a Lounger knows even more than the City Council. I want to exercise my privilege by calling attention to the condition of affairs in Chinatown of which none of Mayor Morley's avowed supporters, at any rate, have any knowledge. During the past year Chinatown has been run as an open gambling resort. It has been frequented by a large element of the recognized white gamblers of Victoria, and not a few of their confreres from the mainland and from Seattle. I have called attention to this more than once in the columns of The Week, and have thus ensured the matter being brought to the personal knowledge of the Mayor, but he has done nothing, and as the chief magistrate of thc city he is responsible. For this privilege of open gambling someone receives a large rake-off. Strenuous efforts have been made to discover where the rake-off goes. Private detectives have been at work for at least six months; they have picked up some links in the chain, but there arc one or two missing; they will be found, and when they are, unless I am misinformed, the complexion of the moral reform party of the city will undergo a decided change. My reason for bringing this matter forward at the present time is that on Saturday last the word went forth in Chinatown: "No more gambling until after the election," and since then "the lid is on." As the wily Celestial can keep silence in thirteen languages, and with the accumulated effectiveness of centuries of traditional secrecy, it is not an easy matter to spot the nigger in thc fence, but the chase is becoming hot, and it may be that even before the election the exposure will be complete. I strolled into the City Hall on Wednesday night, and soon strolled out again. The entertainment was tame. It consisted of a running fire between the Mayor and the Water Commissioner on one side, and Captain Curtis, T. W. Patterson and W. Marchant on the other. There was no serious discussion of the expert problems presented Dy the subject, although one speaker pricked the financial bubble when he pointed out that no provision had been made for the fact that the bonds would probably be sold at 90, the best price Vancouver could obtain recently. The Council in submitting the byelaw had assumed par; no doubt this was an oversight, and among so many need hardly be noticed. As one speaker observed, it would probably result in leaving out the meters, which nobody wants, and which as the byelaw stands at present would ensure its defeat even if there were no other objections. I am a little disappointed at the persistence with which the City Engineer and the Medical Health Officer have defended the policy of the Council with reLpcct to the garbage on James Bay flats, It may be argued that they are civic employees, and must do as they are told, but this surely cannot apply to gentlemen of intelligence occupying important public positions in which their first duty obviously is to protect the public interest and thc public health. If both had condemned the policy of thc Council, and denounced the system of covering five or six feet of garbage with a few inches of soil, the city would have sustained them in an hon ourable course and would not have allowed them to be dismissed. As it is, two excellent officers have supported an indefensible policy, have laid themselves open to the crushing conclusions of an independent expert report, and have helped to steer the city into a conflict with the Provincial Government, in which the latter have all the best of the position. And still the stench goes on. The Stanford match was a cracker- jack, but it is ridiculous to say that there were fifteen hundred people present; as a matter of fact, there were fewer than one thousand. I make this correction, because the Vancouver press has lied so extensively in connection with this match that Victoria can afford to tell the truth. That truth can be summed up in very few words, and the verc'ict is acquiesced in by thc Stanford players and management. It is that the better team won, that every man on the Victoria side rose to thc occasion, and that thc result would have been the same between the same teams nine times out of ten. No excuses can be made for Stanford, and the men made none themselves; they were surprised and outplayed. While every man on thc Victoria side shone, the victory was due mainly to the forwards, and the principal feature of their play was the tackling. Only once during the whole match did the Stanford three-quarter get away, and then when he had passed everyone but Johnson, the latter made a splendid low tackle, and brought him down. Stanford were beaten, by pluck and determination as well as by skilful tactics. Meredith's defensive game was a happy inspiration. His high punts were a conspicuous feature of the match, and invariably gained ground. Newcombe was as always a star. The ridiculous canard which appeared in the Vancouver papers to the effect that the Stanford boys were not cheered and also that they were not entertained while in the city, has been sufficiently discredited in thc daily press, lt was a pure fabrication, and not the first evidence to hand that Vancouver sport is not of the English type, but is tarred too much with the Seattle brush. I intended to say something about Kubelik, but I understand that "Momus" has been so wrought up by the amusing attempts at reporting the performance in the morning and evening papers, that he is going to unburden his soul on the subject, and I will therefore content myself with saying that it is only those who know nothing about music and who cannot tell an "allegro" from an "andante" movement who would venture to criticise a player who by the common consent of all musical critics is the greatest living violinist. The rain it raineth every day, and people are asking when the wet season will end. Perhaps a few facts whicli I have culled from the statistics of thc meteorological office, will reconcile the grumblers to their lot. The total rainfall for 1907 in Victoria was 22 inches, in England 31, in Vancouver 52. From April to October, Victoria only had 2 inches of rain. At the present moment the whole of Canada East of the Rockies, with the exception of thc area affected by chin- ooks, has a mantle of snow. At many points in Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec the thermometer has registered below zero. A week ago Toronto had four inches of snow. Even Los An- â a THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY ii, 1908. geles, the garden city of California, had more than 30 inches of rain last year. It is probable that no city in Canada, and few in North America, are enjoying as mild, as temperate, and as healthy a winter as Victoria. Ofa <''&<*-Â£Â£< Correspondence. The Week accepts no responsibility for the views expressed by its correspondents. The columns of The Week are open to everyone for the free expression of their opinion on all subjects which do not involve religious controversy. Communications will be inserted whether signed by the real name of the writer or a nam de plume, but the writer's name and address must be given to the editor as an evidence of bona lides. In no case will it be divulged without consent. Victoria, Jan. 7, 1908. Editor Week. Dear Sir,âI enclose you copy of a letter which I cut from the Yorkshire Post of December 12. It purports to be written by a man with the nom de plume of "Tyke," hailing from Vancouver. It does not take a Sherlock Holmes to discover the real writer of this letter is of a Socialistic tendency. Note his intense dislike both to the Canadian Government and the C. P. R. It is also evident he is a rabid exclute; I am also fairly confident, from one or two phrases used in his letter, he has had some legal training and is familiar with public speaking. This is one out of scores of letters which are apcaring in the best of our English newspapers. You will doubtless be aware the Yorkshire Post is one of the leading newspapers in the world; it has an immense circulation, and in addition to being a well- known commercial paper, is also credited with being the foremost agricultural paper. Every farmer in York shire and a good* many out of Yorkshire take it regularly. I notice the people wlio are sending these letters home to the old country- seem to be gifted with a very accurate knowledge of what papers carry weight and how to write a letter truthfully approximating a grumbling emigrant, but at the same time carrying out the two- fe'd object of keeping thc English working men from coming to Canada and educating the English people into a hatred of the Orientals. Perhaps you will find space to deal witli this specimen of letter in your next issue of The Week, lience my stiiding you a copy. ^otirs faithfully, A. D. but it is hard, solid fact, and there is no man, I care not how high his position may be, who can deny the statements I make. And the wrost of it is, the Canadian Pacific Railway are still rushing men in and crowding still more on an already overstocked labour market. This, coupled with the crisis in the States, which is driving thousands over the border into Canada, makes the situation more critical every day. The people at home who read of the Vancouver riots of a short time ago, have no idea what the white man has to put up with through the presence of these Chinese, Japs, and Hindus, of whom there are over forty thousand in British Columbia alone; and if it were in my power not a single white man would come to this country until a law was passed prohibiting this kind of cheap labor from coming in. What is true of British Columbia is practically true of the other parts of Canadaâthere is little chance for work except just in the summer months. Down East it is too cold in winter, while here in the West it is raining all the time. I have given you, Sir, a true statement of affairs here, and I hope you will publish the same for the benefit of those intending to come, and I should also like other papers to make it known. Yours, etc. TYKE. Vancouver, B. C, November 25. Victoria, B.C., Dec. 31, 1907. To the Editor of The Week: Solus cum Solo. Sir,âThere was a material typographical omission in my letter published in your last issue. My letter should have read:â"Catholics pray to God with the belief and intention of worshipping Him as the only true God. This is a divine and supreme act of worship." Wishing you the compliments, of the season. S. PERRY MILLS. Board of Trade Criticised. To the public the Board of Trade is an omniscient and benevolent abstraction; few people understand that in the concrete it is nothing more than a collection of officials divested of all practical or technical knowledge of the b.isiness they assume the right to control. These officials, doctrin- aries or propagandists, if they have an object to serve, are as tricky as monkeys. (Fro'n Yorkshire Post, published at L*.<ds, Yorkshire, England, on Thursday, Dec. 12, 1907.) The Distress in Canada. To thc Editor nf the Yorkshire Post. Sir,âAs a Yorkshireman and an old r- ider if your widely known paper, will you kindly allow mc, through your valuable columns, to give a word of warning to all intending emigrants to the Dominion of Canada, especially those who intend to come in the near future? lt is all right for the Government and Canadian Pacific Railway agents to tell them what a glorious country tllis is, but I think they might tell them the truth. Canada may be all right for about six months in thc year, but then a man can't live on nothing for the other six. In Vancouver, where I now am, there are thousands of white men, mostly young Englishmen, who can't get any work to do,, the small amount of work which can be done at this time of the year being done by Japs, Chinese, and Hindus, while the white man is expected to look quietly on and say nothing, although his stomach may be empty, and he has neither roof nor bed. The rainy season is now 011, and all outside work is suspended, and you can imagine what the sufferings of these men must bc. Dragging about day after day in thc rain, with little or nothing to eat, and no shelter or place to dry their clothing, and at night crawling into an empty railway truck or an old stable or shed to try and sleep. And T tell you, Sir, this is 110 dream or stretch of imagination, "Why did you tell your husband that there would be three parts to the concert? There are only two." "Yes, I know, but he will be so pleased when it leaves off sooner than he expects." Experience. He (after being promptly accepted) âWhy didn't you say "no" at first and keep me in suspense for a while? I understand that is the way women generally do. SheâWell, I tried that once, andâ and And what? He didn't ask me the second time. âPick-Me-Up. MONDAY, JANUARY 13 HOLLIS E. COOLEY Presents America's Greatest Play ARIZONA (By Augustus Thomas) Same Great Company. One Year Each-âNew York, Chicago, London, Eng. GRAND PRODUCTION COMPLETE. Pricesâ25c, 50c, 75c, $1.00. Box Office opens 10 a.m. Friday, January 13th. Angell Engraving Co. PHOTO-ENGRAVERS and DESIGNERS In All Branches 518 Hastings St. Vancouver, B.C. WEEK 13TH JANUARY The New Grand SULLIVAN â¢ COHSIDINI, Proprietor*. M.n.i.m.nt of ROBT. JAMIESON. THE GREAT EDDY FAMILY The Most Sensational Wire Runners and Jumpers in the World. Positively the greatest act of Its kind on any stage. MINNIE MIDDIETON'S MILITABY QIBLS Novelty Singing Quartette. HOBTON and IiA TEISKA The Messenger Boy and His Doll. MARQUIS and LYNN Comedy Musical, Singing and Dancing JAMES McDUFF Imitator and Mimic. THOS. 3. FBICE, Song Illustrator "She Was a Grand Old Lady." OUB OWN OBCHESTBA M. Nagel, Director. NEW MOVING PICTURES "The Two Orphans." Pantage's Theatre JOHNSON STREET VICTORIA, B. C. ADVANCED VAUDEVILLE Matinees (any part of houie)....10c Evenings, Balcony lte Lower Floor 20c Bozei SOc Matinees Every Afternoon at 3 O'CIock. Night Performances 8 and 9.15 The Dictionary Says Cheese Is " Perhaps Allied to Squeeze."^ We have certainly squeezed into stock an immense variety of Cheeses; more even than this list: Oregon Brick Cream Cheese, per lb 30c Edam Cheese, each $1.00 Limburger, each 50c Camembert Cheese, each...35c Primrose Cream Cheese (entirely new to Victoria and very delicious), each, 20c and 35c French Brie Cheese, per glass jar 50c Parmesan Cheese, per bottle, at 25c and 50c T.ilsiter Cheese, per lb 25c MacLaren's Cheese, per jar, at ." 20c, 35c and 65c MacLaren's Roquefort, per ja . MacLaren's Roquefort, per jar, at 25c and 50c Very Old Canadian Cheese, per lb 25c Swiss Cheese, imported, per lb 50c Gorgonzola, per lb 65c New Canadian Stilton, per lb 25c Old Canadian Stilton, per lb 25c DIXI H. ROSS & CO. UP-TO-DATE GROCERS Telephones: 52, 1052 and 1590. 1316 Government Street. HOLLY TREES Pficw Irom 29 emu to J5.00, according lo mm. Write fer Med m_ trw cÂ«U- kff. JAY & CO. VICTORIA, B. C. SWEDISH MASSAGE TURKISH BATHS. VIBRATOR TREATMENT. MR. BJORNFELT, SWEDISH MASSEUR. Special Massage and Hometreat- ment by appointments. Room 2, Vernon Block, Douglas Street, Victoria. Hoursâ11 to 12 a.m. Phone 1629. Â©O-0-OOOO-OO-OOOOOOOOO-OOO-OO-OOOOOOO*^^ The Poodle Dog Grill Yates Street Victoria, B. C, is The only real Grill in British Columbiaâthe only place where you can actually obtain your choice of meats and all the delicacies of t _ season. SMITH & SHAUGHNESSY Proprietors Yates Street. Victoria, B. C. OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO-OOOOOOOC The Fabric Is But One Element. in a suit of clothes, but made by tailors of our reputation the fabric is everything, We could not do shabby work if we really tried, so all you have to figure upon is the quality of the cloth. Remember, too, our prices, $15.00 SCOTLAND WOOLEN MILLS 39 Johnson Street, VICTORIA. 538 Hastings Street, VANCOUVER. l Warmth on Tap. There's genuine solid comfort in the room where you have the heat ready to turn on and off when you choose, when it is heated by a GAS RADIATOR We havc many different styles of Gas Heaters and Radiatorsâ large and smallâreally a necessity in every British Columbian home. VICTORIA GAS COMPANY, Ltd. CORNER FORT AND LANGLEY STREETS. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANMARY it, 1908. Sporting Comment. The result of the Victoria-Stanford football match was a decided but pleasant surprise, and the past week has seen nothing but congratulations showered on the local players, to which The Week adds its heartiest. The game was worth going a good distance to witness, and we were very pleased to see the large attendance. That the Victoria team should prove the victors was hardly thought of by the most optimistic, and that they should inflict upon the visitors a worse defeat than they received at the hands of the Vancouver team is highly creditable to those who represented the Capital City. The result has done much to increase the popularity of the grand old game in this city, and it is hoped that the remaining games of the year will attract as much interest as this match. The contest has done more than thisâit has shown that never more must the committee depend on has- beens. On Saturday the team was left in a very bad hole at the last minute by players who should havc exerted every effort to assist the locals in defeating the visitors. By this I do not refer to Ken Gillespie. There were players on the team who have lost money by remaining in town to play this match, notably Jack Brae, and that they should be thrown down cold at the very last moment is to say the least very unsportsmanlike. It is to the credit of the youngsters who took the place of the absentees that they played as good if not a better game than the latter could have done. In addition to this, it is extremely fortunate for the team as a whole that some of the players referred to were not on the team, as the score might have been different and the colours of the Victoria club would not have been flaunted as high as on Saturday evening. The executive of the club should learn a good lesson by this, as it will convince them that a volunteer is worth twice as much as a man who gets cold fet or shows the white feather, to say nothing of requiring incense burning. The game itself was a revelation. It was not thought for a moment that the locals had a look in, but it was vice versa; from the start the visitors were never dangerous. The determined play of the forwards, with a loose scrum formation, was too much for the reputed swift three-quarters of the visitors, while the brilliant work of the halves and five-eighths left little to be desired. In fact, the visitors were beaten in every department. The condition of the grounds was entirely to their liking, but still the despised representatives of the Victoria club were more than their match. The superiority of the forwards is easily seen when it is considered that three of the four tries were made by players from that division. It is said that the visitors were stale after their hard games against Vancouver, and were not at their best. This might be so, but it cannot be denied that at no time of the game did they outshine the locals, which would not have been the case had they only been stale. Any person who has followed athletics knows full well that no matter if he is stale, he will show his form for at least a few minutes of the game; but at no stage did the visitors show any style, and I have to confess that I am disappointed with the showing they made. The game was hard, fast and entirely without any sign of hard feeling, but there was a determined effort I on the part of every player on the 1 field to win. As has already been said I the locals sprung a big surprise, and |* after a study of the players it will be I seen that many were playing their j first game in big company, and are all 'the more entitled to the glory. Johnson, at full back, has the mak- I ings of the best full back ever turned I out of British Columbia, and given two years' more weight he will make a hard man to beat. He is cool, col- To the Electors of the City of Victoria. J t Ladies and Gentlemen: I beg to announce myself candidate for re-election as School Trustee and respectfully solicit your vote and Influence. P. J. RIDDELL. â¦ $*+*_***Â»_ ,Wtr~Q Nellie Nice, James McElhern and Fred. J. Nice in "The Gingerbread Man." â¢\n1 lected, and uses splendid judgment during the whole game, never making a mistake. Meredith did not have an opportunity to show to advantage in running, but he certainly made up for this by his timely and well-placed punts into touch, on which he always gained ground. On several occasions he saved his team from being scored against. Harvey and Thompson played a grand game, the former on every attempt gained ground; the latter made a few mistakes, but he did sufficient work to make up for any discrepancy in his play. To Brae and Billy Newcombe much credit should be given. Time after time they broke up dangerous rushes. Brae took chances very seldom witnessed on the local field, and his one aim was to reach his opponents' goal line. Newcombe played a star game, and relieved many times when his goal was in danger. Not showy, but always effective, at the present time he has no equal in his position in the West, and on his form would get a place on any English team. Bendrot must not be overlooked; he was game to the core and was there all the time. He is to be congratulated on his efforts, after securing his place only at the eleventh hour. To particularize the forwards would be unfair. Every man-jack of them played to win, and that the victory rests with the locals is largely- through their efforts. A gamer bunch throughout can seldom be got together, and it is hoped that the game this afternoon will see the same players on the line-up. It would be unfair to change one. The result of the game was due to the determination of the players to win if at all possible, and this is the bigest part of the fight. I was pleased to see the large attendance. It speaks volumes for Victorians if they will turn out in such numbers, when it is generally conceded that the locals had no chance to win. If the same spirit would prevail at all times, Victoria would have the highest grade of sport. I congratulate the general public of this city on their patriotism, and only hope that they wil! continue to patronize the games whether the home team is winning or losing. While on this subject, however, I cannot refrain from referring to the small number of ex-Victoria representatives who were present at the game. It is to the old timers that thc present players look for a large part of their support, and that they fail to respond to the call is hardly to their credit. On Saturday last there should have been at least thirty-five old timers present, but instead of this there were about ten. The Stanford boys are a bunch of good fellows. It is hoped that the locals will be able to accept their invitation and visit California next season. This afternoon, Oak Bay will be the scene of the second game to decide the holders of the McKechnie cup for the year. Vancouver will be on hand to try conclusions with the locals, and after the showing the Mainland players made against the Stanford players they are in great glee and are looking to wipe Victoria off the map. It was a decided blow to Vancouverites when the locals beat Stanford, and they will endeavor to down the locals. The local team will be practically the same as what played against Stanford, only their positions will be slightly altered. The players who played against the Californians are entitled to their places, and the executive recognize the fact, and will have them all on the line-up. Now that the citizens have made such a fine showing regarding attendance, it is hoped that they will continue and that Oak Bay will see a bigger crowd than last Saturday. The game will start at 2.30, and will be played rain or shine, but as there is a large covered grandstand, there should be no fear of getting wet. The first games in the Vancouver Island championship were played last Saturday, both resulting disastrously to the local clubs. The Bays went down before Nanaimo, and the United Esquimalt before Ladysmith. Neither could be called a fair test, as in both instances a drenching rain fell during the game, and grounds were hardly fit for playing, and had it been two local teams the games would have been called off. Under these circumstances it should not discourage either of the teams, but only give them new interest and give them greater zest to win. The schedule of the Victoria district league is practically complete; the remaining games, however, will have no bearing on the final result, the championship going to the Bays. We extend our hearty congratulations to the Bays, as they have played a very conscientious game throughout the season and deserve great credit for the showing they have made. UMPIRE. Big Reduction \nin Clothing TO-DAY at Fit=Reform Wardrobe 1201 Government Street, ' Victoria. For School Trustee. Ladies and Gentlemen:â At the request of a large number of citizens, I am a candidate for School Trustee and respectfully solicit your vote and influence. ANGUS B. McNEILL. School Trustee. Ladies and Gentlemen:â At the request of a large number of citizens I am a candidate for School Trustee, and respectfully solicit your vote and influence. J. B. McCALLUM. School Trustee, I beg to announce myself a candidate at the forthcoming election for School Trustee. J. W. BOLDEN. School Trustee. LLOYD & CO., chimney sweepers and house-cleaners, 716 Pandora St. Satisfaction and cleanliness guaranteed. All orders by post or otherwise promptly attended to. Trial respectfully solicited. PHONE 191. I beg to announce myself a candidate at the forthcoming election for School Trustee. MARGARET JENKINS. For Alderman. Will You Take $500 a Year.... for your spare time. In other words the man who has a couple of hours morning and evening and will employ it in operating A Cyphers Incubator at his home can make from $500 in twelve months. We have a unique plan to work on and will be pleased to explain it to any one interested. Call or write. Watson & McGregor 647 Johnson Street, VICTORIA, B. C. WARD ONE. Ladles and Gentlemen:â Having- considerable lntereiti ln tbe eity, and wishing see lt progtesi along clean lines, I hereby otter my ier- vicei as Alderman for the above ward. W. 0. STEWABT. ONE â WEEK VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. . TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle of Victoria, B. C, Merchant, and James McLauchlan, of Victoria, 13. C, Contractor, Intend to apply for a special timber licence over tlie following described lands: No. 1âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to the west of Robinson's Bight, on a small unnamed creek, being the southeast corner post; thence north SO chains; thence west SO chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. June 11, 11107. JAMES HASTIE, Jan. 11. James H. McLauchlan. New House to Rent, or For Sale. I have for immediate possession to rent or will sell on very easy terms âsmall cash paymentâone of the best built dwellings in the city. Only 15 minutes' walk from Post Office, and one block from car line. Situated in one of the best residential sections. Bungalow, with large balcony, seven-roomed house, absolutely new, with full sized cement basement, concrete floor; electric light in every room in the house. Hot and cold water equipment; heavy porcelain wash bowl and bath, also separate toilet in basement. Laundry in the basement equipped with latest concrete tubs and hot and cold water. Walk has been laid in extra heavy concrete from street to verandah steps. This is a proposition that will be snapped up quickly. Call or phone 1543. G. W. DEAN Adelphi Block - VICTORIA, B.C. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT. District of New Westminster. TAKE NOTICE that Roman Z. Chandler, of Vancouver, B. C, ocupation Broker, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 1âCommencing at a post planted ten chains south of the southeast corner of D. L. 1413; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south lfiO chains; thence west 40 chains to place of commencement, and containing G40 acres, more or less. December 23, 1907. Jan 11, ROMAN Z. CHANDLER. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Rupert District. TAKE NOTICE that James Hastle, of Victoria, B. C, Merchant, and James 11. McLauchlan, of Victoria, B. Câ contractor, intend to apply for a special licence over the following described lands: No. 2âCommencing at a post planted about 4 miles to thc west of Robinson's Bight on a small nnnn/med creek, being the northeast corner post; thence wesl SO chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, June 12, 11107. JAMES HASTIE, Jan. 11. James H. McLauchlan. Most Particular Smokers Experience little or 110 difficulty in finding a cigar or blend of smoking mixture that fits their taste. Our Manila or Havana Cigars can't be beaten. We carry a most complete line of smokers' sundries. The Army r_. _ Â« ^Ke Richardson Phone 345 10 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JANUARY ii, 1908. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT. District of New Westminster. TAKE NOTICE that Roman Z. Chandler, of Vancouver, B. C, occupation timber broker, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 2âCommencing at a post planted at northwest corner of T. L. 18187; thence east 80 chains along the north line of T. L. 18187; thence north 80 chains along the west line of T. L. 12502; thence east 80 chains along the north line of T. L. 12502; thence north 80 chains along the west line of T. L. 12503; thence in a southwesterly course along the line of the Capilano Water Reserve to place of commencement, and containing 640 acres of land, more or less. December 23, 1907. Jan 11. ROMAN Z. CHANDLER. NOTICE is hereby given that I, George French, prospector, of Skidegate, B.C., intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres, bounded as follows:âCommencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of Section 21, Township 4, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence running SO chains north; thence 80 chains east; thence SO chains south to shore line; thence following shore line to point of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located December 12th. 1907. GEORGE FRENCH, Locator. Jan. 4 John Simister, Agent. NOTICE Is hereby given that I, Benjamin Kromp, of Skidegate, B. C, rancher, intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and vetroleum over 610 acres of land bounded as follows:â Commencing at a post planted near the beach at the southeast corner of Section 20, Township 4, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence SO chains north; thence 80 chains east; thence 80 chains south and over and under water; thence 80 chains west over and under water to point of commencement; containing (1*10 acres, more or less. Located November 30th, 1907. BENJAMIN KROMP, Locator. Jan. 4 John Simister, Agent. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east 80 ehains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains, more or less to River; thence southerly 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less Staked December 7. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Kimsquit River, about 4 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 9. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Kimsquit River, about l_ miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 ehains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 10. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted at the S. E. Cor. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 50 and marked the N. E. Cor.; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains, more or less, to south boundary of lot 50; thence east SO chains along said boundary to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December G. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands;â Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains east of the N. E. Cor. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 50, and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. Cor.; thence east 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence 40 chains to bank of Salmon River; thence south 100 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres. Staked December 6. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ¢ Commencing at a post planted on the east bank of Salmon River, about 2 miles north of the N. E. C. of Lot 50 and marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. C; thence east SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west SO chains, more or less, to bank of river; thence southerly 80 chains along bank of river to point of commencement, containing 640 acres. Staked December (i. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â* Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Salmon River, about 6 miles north of the N. E. C. of Lot 50 and marked T. H. Taylor's S. E. C; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thonce east 40 chains', thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains, more or less, to River; thence southerly nlong river 160 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 7. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:ââ¢ Commencing at a post planted on the east hank of Kimsqult River, about 2 miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, nnd marked T. H. Taylor's S. W. Ci thence east 80 chains; thence north SO chnins; thenoe wost SO chains to bank of river; thence south SO chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Staked December 9. THOMAS II. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE thnt Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, Intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the ea**>t hank of Kimsqult River, about ,1 mlles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 3. TAKE NOTICE that Thomas H. Taylor, of Vancouver, occupation, surveyor, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands:â Commencing at a post planted on the west bank of Kimsquit River, about ___ miles north of the N. W. C. of B. C. Dev. Co.'s Lot 51, and marked T, H. Taylor's S. E. C.; thence west 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence east 80 ehains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less". Staked December 10. THOMAS H. TAYLOR. Jan. 4 J. R. Morrison, Agent. north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; I thence south 80 chains; thence east 80] chains to point of commeneement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 10. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 9, marked S.E. Corner, Section 19, Township 36; thenee north 80 ehains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 ehains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 11. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 10, marked S.E. Corner, Section 30, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 12. Commencing at a post planted about one mile distant in a northerly direction from claim No. 11, marked S.E. corner, Section 31, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thenee west 80 chains; thenee south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commeneement. Staked December 6th, 1907. T. S. McPHERSON. Dec. 28 Per Geo. H. Jackson. COAST LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range 1. TAKE NOTICE that F. S. Buck of Vancouver, B.C., occupation lumberman, intends to apply for a special timber license over the following described lands: 1. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, 40 chains In southerly direction from the N.E. corner of surveyed Lot 625 on north shore of lake; thence north 80 chains more or less to tho south line of T. L. 7714; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to this post. FRED. S. BUCK. 2. Commencing at a post planted about about 40 chains south and 80 chains east of N. E. eorner of surveyed lot 625, thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains to this post. Staked Dec. lst. Dec. 28 FRED. S. BUCK. NOTICE is hereby given that I, James Alfred Owens, prospector, Skidegate, B. C, intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:â Commencing at a post planted northeast corner, near the beach on south shore of Skidegate Inlet, B.C.; Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, supposed to be Section 5, Township 1; thence running 80 chains south; thence SO chains west; thence 80 chains north to shore line; thence following shore line to point of commencement; containing 640 acres, more or less. Located November 29th, 1907. JAMES ALFRED OWENS, Jan. 4 Locator. NOTICE is hereby given that I, Emily Margaret Johnston, of Victoria, B.C., intend to apply for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum over 640 acres of land bounded as follows:âCommencing at a post planted at the south-east corner of section 33, township one (1), Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group; thence running 80 chains north; thence SO chains east; thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chains west to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Located December 6th, 1907. EMILY MARGARET JOHNSTON, Locator. Jan. 4. Christopher Johnson, Agent. DISTRICT OF RUPERT. TAKE NOTICE that I, T. S. McPherson, agent of Victoria, B.C., intend to apply for special timber license over the following described lands: 1. Commencing at a post planted about 4 miles distant in a northwesterly direction from the head of west arm ot Quatsino sound and marked N.E. Cor. section 25, township 37, thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thenee north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Bth, 1907. 2. Commencing at a post planted ahout 4 miles and In a northwesterly direction from the head of west arm, Quatsino Sound, marked S.E. Cor. Section 36, Township 37, thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 5th, 1007. 3. Commencing at a post planted nhout one mile ln a westerly direction Claim No. 2, marked N.E. Cor., Section 26, Township 37; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 5th, 1907. 4. Commencing at a post planted about one mile in a westerly direction from Claim No. 2, marked S. E. Cor., Section 35, Township 37; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Sth, 1907. 5. Commencing at a post planted about one mile ln a northwesterly direction from claim No. 4, marked N.E. Corner. Section 34, Township 37; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Commencing at a post planted one mlle distant In a northwesterly direction from claim No. 4, marked S. E. Corner, Section 3, Township 36; thenco north 80 chains: thence west 80 chains; thonce south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December Sth, 1907. 7. Commencing at a post planted nbout one mlle distant and tn a northwest direction from claim No. 6, marked S.E. corner. Section 9, Township 36; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east SO chains to point of commencement. Staked Dec. 6th, 1907. 8. Commencing at a post planted about one mlle In a northwesterly direction from claim No. 7, marked S. E. corner, section 17. township 36; thence north SO chains; thenee west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thenee east 80 chains to point of commeneement. Staked December 6th, 1907. 9. Commencing at a post planted ahout one mile distant In a westerly direction from claim No. 8. marked S. E. Corner, Section IS, Township 36; thence COAST LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast, Range One. TAKE NOTICE that F. S. Buck of Vancouver, B.C., occupation lumberman, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: No. 3. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, at the head of a lake, and at N.E. end of said lake, and about 40 chains south and about 50 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thenoe east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thenee north 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 2n, 1907. No. 4. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, about 40 chains south and 130 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thenee east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Staked December 3rd, 1907. No. 5. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, about 40 chains south and 210 chains east from N.E. corner of surveyed lot 625, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. No. 6. Commencing at a post planted on Gilford Island, at the S.E. corner of T.L. 15806; thence west SO chains to the S.W. of T. L. 16806, thence north 40 chains; thence west 20 chains; thence south 80 chains (more or less) to north shore of lake; thence east along shore of lake 100 chains; thence north 40 chains (more or less) to point of commencement. Staked December 2nd, 1907. Dec. 28 F. S. BUCK. No. 34âCommencing at a post planted 10 chains east of the N.W. corner of No. 32, being about 10 chains east of Young's River and about three miles north of Blanked Bluff, being the S.W. corner; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 160 chains; thenee west 40 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. No. 35âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner, opposite No. 34 post, being about 10 chains east of Young's River, and about three miles north of Blanket Bluff; thence north 160 ehains; thence west 40 chains; thence south 160 chains; thence east 40 chains to point of commencement. Nov. 24th, 1907. No. 36âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner about 10 chains east of the N.E. corner, 34 and 45 chains east of Young's River, being five miles northerly from Blanket Bluff; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 ehains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG, Dec. 28 J. W. Radly, Agent. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser itiver. Superstructure of Swing Span. NOTICE is hereby given that the time for receiving tenders for the Superstructure Metal for Swing Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River, has been extended up to and including Friday, the 31st day of January, 1908. F. C. GAMBLE, Public Works Engineer. Lands and Works Department, Victoria, B.C., December 17th, 1907. Dec. 28 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. Range 2. TAKE NOTICE that George Young, of Victoria, B.C., Timber Cruiser, in tends to apply for special timber licences over the following described lands: No. 26âCommencing at a post planted at the S.E. corner, near Clyak River, being 6 miles N.E. from the Junction of Young and Clyak Rivers and opposite the N.E. corner of No. 16, thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 ehains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 27âCommencing at a post planted at the S.W. corner, opposite the N. W. Corner of N. 17, being about 5 ehains east of Clyak River and about 7 miles N.E. from the Junction of Young and Clyak River, thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thenee south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 28âCommencing at a post planted on the river bank at the S.W. corner and opposite the N.W. corner of No. 27, being one-half mile northerly from Bever Rapids, Clyak River; thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 29âCommencing at a post planted on the river bank at the S.E. corner and opposite the N.E. corner of No. 26, being one-half mile south of Bever Rapids, Clyak River; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 30âCommencing at a post planted on the bank at the S. E. corner and opposite No. 28, being one-half mile north of Bever Rapids, Clyak River, thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 31âCommencing at a post planted at the S. E. corner about 10 chains west from the N.E. corner of No. 28, on the river bank, about one and three- quarter miles north of Bever Rapids on Clyak River; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. November 27th, 1907. No. 32âCommencing at a post planted at the S. W. corner, about flve (5) chains east of Young's River, being about nine and one-quarter mlles from Its Junction with Clyak River, and opposite the N. W. corner of No. 25; thence north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; thonce south 100 chains; thence west 64 ehains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. No. 33âCommencing at a post planted nt tho S.E. corner about 5 chains east of Young's River, being about nine and one-quarter miles from tho junction of Young and Clyak Rivers and opposite No. 32; thence north 100 chains; thence west 04 chains; thence south 100 chains; thence east 64 chains to point of commencement. November 24th, 1907. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that J. A. Johnson, of Vancouver, cruiser, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following desoribed lands:â 1. Commencing at a post planted on the southwest corner of Leose No. 2; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thenoe west along south boundary of said lease 80 ohains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 2. Commencing at a post planted on the south bank of river running Into Beaver Cove, and on the west boundary of Lease No. 2; thence south 80 chains; thenoe west 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thence east 80 chains along bank of said river to point of comme'ice- ment. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 3. Commencing at a post planted about 80 chains west of west boundary of Lease No. 2, and on south bank of a river running Into Beaver Cove; thence south 160 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 160 chains; thence east 40 chains along bank of said river to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 4. Commencing at a post planted about the southeast corner of T. L. No. 11,596; thence south 80 chains; thenee west SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 5. Commencing at a post planted about 40 chains east of the south-east corner of T. L. 11,395; thence east 160 chains; thence south 40 chains; thenee west 160 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. District of Rupert. 6. Commencing at a post planted about 20 chains south of the southwest corner of Lease No. 2; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement. Dated December 27th, 1907. Dated December 27th, 1907. Jan 4. J. A. JOHNSON. NOTICE TO LOGGERS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Piles. ALTERNATIVE sealed tenders, superscribed "Tender for Piles, Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River," will be received by the Honourable the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, Victoria, B. C, up to and including Tuesday, the 31st of December, 1907, for furnishing and delivering at thc bridge site on the North Arm of the Fraser River, on the line of the Cemetery Road, fir and cedar piles. About six hundred (600) will be required, varying in length from twenty (20) to forty-five (45) feet. They must | be straight, sound, and not less than ten (10 inches at the small end. No butts will be accepted. Further printed particulars can be obtained on application to the undersigned. Tenderers must state the price per , lineal foot for piles delivered. I The successful tenderer will be furnished with a list giving the number of piles required and the length of each. Each tender must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certificate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the order of the Honourable the Chief Commissioner, ln the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars ($260), which shall be forfeited if the party tendering decline or neglect to enter into contract when called upon to do so, or fail to complete the work contracted for. The cheques or certificates of deposit of unsuccessful ten- tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contract. Tenders will not be considered unless made out on the form supplied, signed with the actual signatures of the tenderers, and enclosed in the envelope furnished. The lowest or any tender not neces- i sarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Nov. 30 Public Works Engineer. | LAND REGISTRY ACT. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. TAKE NOTICE that Roland D. Craig, of Vancouver, occupation Forester, intends to apply for a special timber licence over the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted one (1) mile south and 20 chains west from the southwest corner of L. 222, West Fork of Adams River: thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thenoe north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains. December 20th, 1907. Jan. 4 ROLAND D. CRAIG. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that M. J. Kinney, of Portland, Ore., occupation Lumberman, Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post planted on the north line of Township 10. Rupert District, where the said line Intersects the shore line of the east side of Marble Bay; thence northerly following the shore line a distance of about 200 chains to the northeast corner of lot 315. Staked the 16th day of December, 1907 M. J. KINNEY. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTICE that The Quatsino Power and Puly Company, of Viotoria, B.C.. occupation. A Pulp Company, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post planted on the north line of Township 10, Marble Cove, Rupert District, where the said line Intersects the shore line on the east side of Marble Bay; thenee southerly following the shore line a distance of about 120 chains to a point Intersecting the mouth of Marble Creek. Staked the 16th day of December, 1907. THE QUATSINO POWER & PULP COMPANY. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson. Agent. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. District of Rupert. Quatsino Sound. TAKE NOTTCE that Enoch A. White, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Lumberman, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described foreshore: Commencing at a post planted at the northeast corner of an Indian Reserve at the hend of Quatsino Narrows, Rupert District, thence southerly following the shore line a distance of about 160 chains to a point Intersecting the mouth of Marble Creek. Including small Island on north line of section 10. ENOCH A. WHITE. Jan.4 Robert A. Grlerson, Agent. In the matter of an application for a Duplicate Certificate of Title to ' Lot 6 of Lot 7 of Section 10, (Map I 280), Esquimalt District, Victoria City. Notice is hereby given that it is my Intention at the expiration of one month from the first publication hereof to Issue a Duplicate of the Certificate of Title to said lot, issued to George A. Cold- well on the 6th day of June, 1899, and numbered 5296C. Land Registry Office, Victoria, B.C., ! the 21st day of November, 1907. S. Y. WOOTTON, Nov. 23 Registrar-General. NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. Bridge, North Arm, Fraser River. Superstructure of Swing Span. , SEALED TENDERS, superscribed] "Tender for Superstructure Metal fori Swing Bridge, North Arm, Fraser I River," will be received by the Hon. the Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, Victoria, B.C., up to and including Tuesday, the 31st of December, 1907, for manufacturing and delivering, f. o. b.. scow at Vancouver or New Westminster, all the metal work required for the superstructure of a steel swing span. Drawings, specifications, condition of contract and tender may be seen by intending tenderers on and after Tuesday, the 26th of November, 1907, at the ofllce of the Public Works Engineer, Lands and Works Department, and at the ofllce of the Provincial Timber In spector, Court House, Vancouver, B.C. Each tender must be accompanied by an accepted bank cheque or certificate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the order of the Honourable the Chief Commissioner in the sum of two hundred and fifty ($260) dollars, which shall be forfeited if the party tendering decline or neglect to enter into contract when called upon to do so. The cheques or certificates of deposit of successful tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contract. The successful tenderer will be called upon to furnish a bond, himself and two securities, satisfactory to the Honourable the Chief Commissioner, ln the sum of $1,000 each, or to furnish a bond of a Guarantee Company satisfactory to the Honourable the Chief Commissioner In the sum of $3,000 for the due fulfilment of the work contracted for. Upon the execution of the contract and a satisfactory bond being supplied, signed with the actual signatures of the tenderers and enclosed ln the envelopes furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Nov. 30 Public Works Engineer. DISTRICT OP CASSIAR. TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., of Vancouver, occupation, , intends to apply for permission to purchase the following | described land: Commencing at a post planted at the southwest corner of Lot 308, Cassiar District; thence north 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence south to shore line of Goose Bay; thence easterly along shore line to the south boundary of Lot 308 and thence west to point of commencement, containing about 200 acres. Date Nov. llth, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO., . Nov. 16 Per J. H. McGregor | George Young, Agent, TAKE NOTICE that George Young and Arthur Bell, of Viotoria, B.C., Timber Dealers, Intend to apply for the rite to purchase the following described lands In Kildalla Bay, Rivers Inlet; commencing at this post planted on the enst side of the Bay about one-third of a mile from the point at the mouth of the Bay, being the southwest corner post; thence east 80 chains; thonce north SO 1 chains; thence weHt 90 chains to beach; thence south along boach to point of 1 commencement; containing 40 acres, more or less. Staked Nov. 25, 1907. GEORGE YOUNG ft ARTHUR BELL, Dec. 7 George Young, Agent. THE WEtiK, SATURDAY, JANUARY n iy. 8 ii LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY. Private Bills. The time limited by the rules of the h(<use for the presentation of petitions f0r leave to introduce private bills expires on Monday, 27 January, igo8. Bills must be presented to the house by Thursday, 6th February, 1908. Reports on bills will not be received after Thursday, 13th February, 1908. Copies of the bill, petition and notices must be deposited with the undersigned, and the house fees paid, not later than Wednesday, 8tl January, 1908. Dated this 2nd day of December, 1907. THORNTON FELL, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly. south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thenoe north along shore of Lake Yakoun 80 chains more or less; thence east about 70 chains more or less, to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or leas. Dated November 27th, 10.42 a.m., 1907. DAN DONALD. Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. TAKE NOTICE that M. Brennan, of Ootso Lake, occupation Farmer, Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land: Commencing at a post marked M. B. Southeast Corner, situated about 40 chains north and 40 ohalns east of Lot 326, N.E. Cor.; thence 40 chains north; thence 40 chains west; thenoe 40 chains south; thence 60 chains east to point of commencemnent, containing 240 acres. Dated November 16, 1907. De. 14 MARK BRENNAN. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT. Distriot of Rupert, Kathleen Lake. TAKE NOTICE that Enoch A. White, of Vietoria, B.C., lumberman, Intends to apply for a special timber license over the following described lands: 8. Commencing at a post planted at the southwest corner of T. L. 16,381, on Kathleen Lake, marked "E, A. W.'s N.W. corner post to Claim No. 8"; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains to commencement. Staked November 30th, 1907. Distriot of Rupert, Kathleen Lake. 1. Commencing at a post planted at the southeast corner of T. L. 13,045, on Kathleen Lake, marked "E. A. W.'s S.W. corner post to Claim No. 1"; thence east 40 chains; thence north 80 ohains; thenoe west 140 chains; thence south 20 chains to T. L. 13,045; thenee following north line of T. L. 13,045 east and south to commencement. Staked November 30th, 1907. ENOCH A. WHITE. Dec. 21 T. D. Harris, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, In the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post planted W. A. R.'s N.E. corner post, placed at the N.E. corner of section 11, township 10, thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 ohalns; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 11.50 a.m., 1907. W. A. ROBERTSON. Deo. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. Distriot of Coast. NOTICE is hereoy given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospeot for coal on the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, In the Provinoe of British Columbia. Commencing at a post marked J. R. S.'s N.W. corner post, placed at the N.W. corner of section 12, township 10, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 ohains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or Dated November 27th, 11.55 a.m., 1907. J. R. STEWART, Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days mouth of Evelyn River; thenoe east 120 after date, I intend to apply to the chains; thence south 40 chains; thence Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and west 80 chains; thence south 40 chains; Works for a licence to prospect for coal thenoe west 40 chains; thence north SO and petroleum on the following de- chains to point of commencement, scribed lands, situated In the District Nov. 9th, 1907. of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of No. 2âCommencing at a post planted British Columbia:âCommencing at a on the south bank of the Sheemahantz post marked "Robert G. Johnston's N. River, flve chains west of the mouth W. corner," and planted at the north- of Marvel Creek, being the southeast west corner of section 12, township 10; corner, thence west 64 chains; thence thence 80 chains east; thence SO chains north 100 chains; thence east 64 chains; south; thence 80 chains west; thence thence south 100 chains to point of 80 chains north to the volnt of com- commencement, mencement. Nov. 8th, 1907. Staked Nov. 28th, 9.30 a.m., 1907. No. 3âCommencing at a post planted Deo. 21 ROBERT G. JOHNSTON. 10 chains east of the southeast corner of T. L. 14065, and about one and one- NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days half miles west of the Neechantz River after date, I intend to apply to the being the northeast corner post; thence Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and south 100 chains; thence west 64 chains; Works for a licence to prospect for coal thence north 100 chains; thence west 64 and petroleum on the following de- ehains to point of commencement, scribed lands, situated in the District of GEORGE YOUNG & ARTHUR BELL, Skeena, Graham Island, Province of Dec.14 George Young, Agent, British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "George B. Baillie's N.W| NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT corner," and planted at the northwest District of New Westminster, corner of section 1, township 11; thenoe TAKE NOTICE that Harry McMlcken 80 chains east; thence 80 chains south; Keefer of Vancouver, occupation Broker, thence SO chains west; thence 80 chains intends to apply for permission to lease north to the point of commencement. the following described land: Staked Nov. 28th, 11.30 a.m., 1907. Commencing at a post planted on the GEORGE B. BAILLIE. N. E. Coast of Savary Island and about Deo. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. 25 chains from the easterly end of the Island, thence west 20 ohalns to low nor'h 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. G. A. FRASER, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted two miles west of the northwest corner of the claim of John A. McMaster, being about twenty miles west of McCoy's Cove, on the north aide of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south 80 chains; east SO chains; north 80 chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. C. J. SPRATT. Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. Diatrlct of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. (c) Commencing at a poat planted at the northeast corner of P. R. 1,746, on Marble Creek, marked "E. A. W.'s N.W. corner post to Claim C"; thence south 40 chains', thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence east 20 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence eaat 20 chains; thence north SO chains; thence weat 120 chains to commencement. Staked December Sth, 1907. Dated Victoria, B.C., Dec. 10th, 1907. District of Rupert, Quatsino Sound. (d) Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of Lot 192, on Quatsino Narrowa, marked "E. A. W.'s S. W. corner post to Claim D."; thence eaat about 30 chains to T. L. 14,467; thence north 80 chalna; thence eaat about 80 chalna to Marble Creek; thence north and weat along ahore to Indian Reserve; thence south and west along line of Indian Reserve to Quataino Narrowa; thence following shore of aaid narrowa southwesterly to commencement. Dated Victoria, December 10th, 1907. ENOCH A. WHITE. Dec. 21 Thomas D. Harria, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE ia nereDy given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Landa and Worka for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia. Commencing at a post marked M. B.'s S. W. Corner post, placed at the S. W. corner of section 24, township 10, thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence south 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 160 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.30 a.m., 1907. MURRAY BROWN. Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of Britlah Columbia: Commencing at a post marked J. E. D.'a N. E. corner post, placed at the N. E. corner of section 2, township 10, thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north SO chains; thenoe east 80 chains; to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or leas. Dated November 27th, 12.55 p.m., 1907. Dec.21 i. E. DOYEN, Locator. NOTICE is hereby given that, 30 days water mark; thence south 400 chaina after date, I Intend to apply to the along low water mark; thence east 20 Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and chains to high water mark; thence north Works for a licence to prospect for coal 400 chains to point of commencement, and petroleum on the following de- and containing eight hundred acres, scribed lands, situated in the District more or less, of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of Dated Doc. 2nd, 1907. British Columbia:âCommencing at a Dec 14 HARRY McMICKENKEEFER. post marked "Sarah C. Johnston's N.E. * â¢ corner," and planted at the northeast NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT corner of section 2, township 11; thence District of New Westminster. t8he^'Sos assffi ^xXnt^cSi ^_%2^v*Â«jÂ£^j& Dec. 21 SARAH C. JOHNSTON. Robert G. Johnston, Agent. sion to purchase the following described land: Commencing at a post planted at the NOTTCE la herehv slven that 30 davs s- w- corner of Lot 1347, G. I., New a*.ter date I Intend tcapply to the Westminster district; thence west 20 HomClfirf Commissioner of Lands and ohal"! ftSSTl^'uSM J-hSfSS Work's fnr a licence to nrosnect for east 20 chains thence south 20 chalna 22i InflnatJiâ¢â¢ o Ve TnUnwinJ to point of commencement, containing coal and petroleum on the foUowing . â,_..â ... â â_. described lands situated in the Diatrlct 10*câ¢s S?â¢ 0hrâle?f.' of Skeena, Graham Ialand, Province of ";"â¢< N<Â»'Â«m**<"- -'â â Dated November 26th, 1907. Dec.14 FREDERICK PATRICK ROGERS. British Columbia: Commencing at a post planted at the northeaat corner of aection 10, townahip 10; thence SO chains south; thence 80 chains west; NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains days after date I intend to apply to east to the point of commencement. the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands Staked November 27th, 11.45 a.m., 1907 and Works for a licence to prospect for JOHN G. JOHNSTON. coal on the following described lands: Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. Commencing at a post planted at the ' SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty daya after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal on the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post marked J. T, J.'s N.W. corner post, placed at the N.W. corner of section 1, township 10; thence east SO chaina; thence south 80 chains; thenoe west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or lesa. Dated November 27th, 1.05 p.m., 1&07. JOHN T. JOHNSTON, Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. Manaser TIMBER MAPS Te^TUT posted up to date eyery day. ELECTRIC BLUE PRINT I MAP CO. VICTORIA. B.C.. CHANCERY CHAMBERS. SZ LANGLEY' STREET. NOTICE la nereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described landa: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of C. J. Spratt, being about twenty mllea west of McCoy's Cove, on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chains; east SO chains; south 80 chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 aeres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. J. W. RUTLEDGE, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE ls hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Worka for a license to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northweat corner of the claim of C. J. Spratt, being about twenty miles west of McCoy's Cove on the north side of Cumahewa Inlet, Moreaby Ialand, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence aouth 80 chains; west 80 chalna; north 80 chains; east 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. D. C. McDONALD, Dee. 14 A, A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commiaaioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted two miles north of the northweat corner of the claim of Robert Hamilton, being about six miles north of the Cowgltz mlnea on the north ahore of Skledgate Inlet on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south 80 chains; eaat 80 chains; rth 80 chains; weat 80 chains back to e place of commencement, containing 0 acres. Located this 26th day of November, D. 1907. J. H. YOUNG, c. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. BLUEPRINTING DRAUGHTING OFFICE. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE ls hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commiaaioner of Lands and Works for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Ialand, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a poat marked Z. M. H.'s S.E. Corner poat, placed at the S.E. corner of section 23, township 10, thence north 160 chatns; thence west about 30 chalna; thence south following shore line of Lake Yakoun 160 ehains more or leaa; thence east about 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.30 a.m., 1907. Z. M. HAMILTON, Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. NOTICE Is nereoy given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commiasioner of Landa and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following de- acribod lands, altuated in the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "Thomas Franklin's N.W. corner," and planted at the northwest corner of section 13, township 16 thenoe 80 chaina eaat; thenee 80 ohaina aouth; thence 80 chains west; thence 80 chalna north to the point of commencement. Staked November 27th, 1.45 p.m., 1907. THOS. FRANKLIN. Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. NOTICE la hereby given that, 30 daya after date, I intend ti apply to the Hon. Chief Commiaaioner of Lands and Worka for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated ln the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "James Scott'a N.E. corner," and planted at the northeaat corner of section 14, township 10; thence 80 chaina aouth; thence 80 chaina weat; thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chains east to place of commencement. Staked November 27th, 1.30 p.m., 1907. JAMES SCOTT, Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. Complete set of Maps showing all TIMBER LICENCES and other Lands taken up in Br itish Columbia. Blue Prints can be obtained at short notice. LICENCE TO AN EXTRA-PROVINCIAL COMPANY. "Companiea Act, 1897." SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE Is hereby given that 30 days after date I Intend 'â ply to the Hon. Chief Commlaslone ds and Works for a special llcen prospect for coal upon the followu. described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia. Commencing at a poat marked L. B. V.D.'a N.W. Corner poat placed at the N. W. corner of section 13, township 10, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 27th, 10.38 a.m., 1907. L. B. VAN DECAR. Dec. 21 J. E. Doyen, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Coast. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty days nfter date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works, for a special license to prospect for coal upon the following described land, situate on Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Group, in the Province of British Columbia: Commencing at a post marked D. D.'s N E. corner post, placed at the N.E. Corner of section 14, township 10, thence NOTICE ia hereby given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated ln the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of Britlah Columbia:âCommencing at a poat marked "Amos Adsit's S.W. corner," and planted at the southweat corner of section 24, townahip 10: thence 40 ohalns north; thence 40 chains west; thence 40 chains south to the place of commencement. Staked November 27th, 1.15 p.m., 1907. AMOS ADSIT. Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnston, Agent. Canada: Province of British Columbia, No. 417. THIS is to certify that "The New Zealand Insurance Company" is authorised and licensed to carry on business within the Province of British Columbia, and to carry out or effect nil or any of the objects of the Company to which the legislative authority of the Legislature of British Columbia extends. The head office of the Company is situate at the City of Auckland, in the Colony of New Zealand. northwest corner of the claim of S. A. Ramsay, being about sixteen miles west of McCoy's Cove on the north side of Cumchewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north SO chains; west SO chains; south 80 cbalns', east 80 chains back to the place of commeneement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. WALTER B. PITFIELD. Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commiaaioner of Lands and Worka for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at tho northwest corner of the claim of J. H. Young, being about six mllea north of the Cowgltz mlnea on the north ahore of Skidegate Inlet, on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south SO chains; west SO chains; north 80 chains; east 80 chains hack to the place of commencement, containing 040 acres. Located this 26th day of November, A.D. 1907. J. F. YOUNG, Dec 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty dnys nfter date I intend to apply to the Mon. Chief Commiaaioner of Landa and Works for a license to prospect for coal on the following described landa: Commencing at a poat planted two The" amount of the capital of tlie miles west of the northwest corner of Company is one million pounds, divided tlie claim of S. A. Ramsay, being about into ten thousand shares of one ,lun- eighteen miles weat of McCoy's Cove dred pounds each. on the north side of Cumshewa Inlet, The head office of the Company In Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands this Province is situate at Victoria, and Croup; thence south SO chains; eaat 80 Jamea Hill Lawaon, merchant, whose chalna; north 80 chains; west 80 chains address is Victoria ,B.C, ls the attorney hack to the place of commencement, con- for the Company. taining 640 acres. Given under my hand and seal of Located this 4th day of December, oflice at Victoria, Province of British A.D. 1907. Columbia, this 28th day of November, JOHN A. McMASTER, one thousand nine hundred and seven. Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. (L. S.) S. Y. WOOTTON, Registrar of Joint Stock Companies. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty The objects for which this Company days after date I intend to apply to haa been eatablished and licensed are: the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands To carry on the bualnesa of fire and and Worka for a licence to prospect for marine Insurance in all Its branches or coal on the following deacrlbed lands: auch of those branches as the Com- Commencing at a post planted at the pany shall from time to time determine, northwest corner of the claim of John and to do all such other things as are John A. McMaster, being about eighteen Incidental or conducive to the attain- miles west of McCoy's Cove on the NOTICE ia hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at the post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of J. H. Young, being about six miles north of the Cowgltz Mines on the north ahore of Skidegate Inlet, on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chalna; east 80 chains; aouth SO chains; west 80 chaina back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 26th day of November, A.D. 1907. FRED. YOUNG, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. ment of those objects Deo. 14 NOTICE la hereby given that, 30 days after date, I intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commisaioner of Landa and Works for a licence to prospect for coal and petroleum on the following deacrlbed lands, situated in the District of Skeena, Graham Ialand, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a poat marked "Alfred Carey's S.E. corner," and planted at the aoutheaat corner of section 23, township 10; thence 80 chains north; thence 80 chalna weat; thence 80 ehains south; thence 80 chains east to the point of commencement. Staked Nov. 27th, 1 p.m., 1907. ALFRED CAREY, Dec. 21 Robert G. Johnaton. Agent. NOTICE ls herebp given that, 30 days after date, I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to vrospect for coal and petroleum on the following described lands, situated ln the District of Skeena, Graham Island, Province of British Columbia:âCommencing at a post marked "Ellen J. Baillie's northeast corner," and planted at the northeast corner of section 11, township 10, thence 80 chains south; thence 80 chalna west; thence 80 chains north; thence SO chains east to the point of commencement. Staked Nov. 28th, 9.30 a.m., 1907. ELLEN J. BAILLIE. Deo. 21 Robert G. Johnaton, Agent. B.C Timber Maps north side of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chains; east SO chains; south SO chains; west 80 chains back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located thta 4th day of December, A.D. 1907. J. A. HINTON, Deo. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty days after date I Intend to apply to the Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands and Works for a licence to prospect for coal on the following described nf All District--; lands: n ",Bt,,vlD Commencing at a post planted at thc northwest corner nf the claim of John A. McMaster. being about eighteen miles west of McCoy's Cove on the north aide VANCOUVER MAP and BLUE-PRINT CO. of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Island, Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thence south 80 chains; west 80 chains; north SO chains; east SO chalna back to the place of commencement, containing 640 acres. Located this 4th day of December. A.D. 1907. THOMAS COOPER, Dec. 14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. NEW WESTMINSTER LAND DISTRICT * District of Coast, Range 2. NOTICE is hereby given that thirty TAKE NOTICE that George Young flays after date I Intend to apply to the and Arthur Bell of Victoria, B.C., Tim- Hon. Chief Commissioner of Lands nnd ber Dealers, intend to apply for special Works for a license to prospect for coal license over the following described on the following descrlhed lands: lands on the Sheemahantz River, Rivers Commencing at n post planted at tho Inlet: northwest corner of the clnim of John No. 1âCommencing at a post planted A. McMaster. hclng about eighteen miles on the south bank of the Sheemahantz west of McCoy's Cove on thc north sldo River at the northwest corner, being one of Cumshewa Inlet, Moresby Islands, mile east and 10 chains south of the Queen Charlotte Islands Group; thenco Suite 20-21 Crowe ami Wilson Chambers, VANCOUVER, B. C. NOTICE Is hereby given that thirty daya after date I Intend to apply to tho Hon. Chief Commiasioner of Lands and Works for a license to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted at the northwest corner of the claim of J. H. Young, being about six miles north of the Cowglts Mlnea on the north shore of Skidegate Inlet, on Slate Chuck Creek, Graham Ialand, Quoen Charlotte Islands Group; thence north 80 chains; west SO chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains hack lo the place of commencement containing 640 acres. Located this 2Gth day of November, A. D. 1907. ROBERT YOUNG, Dec.14 A. A. McPhail, Agent. DISTRICT OF CASSAIR. TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., of Vancouver, occupntion, Intends to apply for permission to lease the following deacrlbed land, about 40 acrea: Commencing at a post planted al tho southeast corner of Lot 479; thonce following high water mark south and west lo the southeast corner of Lot 30S; thenco east five chains; thence north and east following a line parallel to high water mark about 80 chains to a point 5 chains south of point of commencement and thenco to said point of commencement. Dated Nov. 25th, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO.. Dec. 7 Per J. Herrick MacGregor. DISTRICT Ot CASSIAR. ' TAKE NOTICE that The Hidden Creek Mining Co., of Vancouver, occupation. , Intends to apply for permission to lease the following described land, about 3 acres: Commencing at a post planted at the south east corner post of Lot 479; thence north one chain; thence southwesterly parellel to high water mark, about 30 chains to west boundary of Lot 479; thonce south about one chain forty links to high water mark and thence along high water mark to point of commencement. Dated Nov. 26th, 1907. HIDDEN CREEK MINING CO., Dec. 7 Per J. Herrick MacGregor. 12 THE WEEK, SATURDAY JANUARY n, 1908, % Husic and J I The Drama. J t^tJP^tJ99^^<^^9^t^_^9_}_}t^I "The Gingerbread Man" is announced by Nixon & Zimmerman as the attraction at Victoria Theatre, Monday, Jan. 20th, and is said to be a fair spectacle and musical extravaganza well worth seeing. Book and Lyric of the play were written by Frederic Ranken, the music composed by A. Baldwin Sloane. The scenes of the story are laid in Fairland. The first act in Santa Claus Land, the second act on the horde rline between the realms of King Biinn and King Sugar Plum. Both realms are good enough to eat, and the dividing force is made of good, rich strawberry short-cake. Perhaps the most unique and beautiful feature of "The Gingerbread Man," is the scenic effect in the second act, when Evelyn Kellogg, as Little Jack Horner, sings the song, "Moon, Moon, Moon." High above the darkened stage a glowing crescent moon, bearing a gorgeously attired and beautiful girl, swings into view, singing an answer to the salutation of her worshipper. The chorus sings a soft, melodious refrain. "The Gingerbread Man" had a long and prosperous run in New York, Chicago and Philadelphia, and the original production will be presented in this city as it was in other cities. An interesting event will be the coming production of Augustus Thomas' great American drama, "Arizona," at the Victoria Theatre, Monday, January 13. Anything which comes from the pen of the'talented author of "Alabama" and "In Missouri" demands and is accorded friendly and serious consideration by the American public. Mr. Thomas has more than any other writer, laid the foundation and lower courses of that American drama, which will one day develop into a most imposing situation. "Arizona" as the name implies, is a play which has its scenes, characters and incidents located in the far west. The people of the play comprise sturdy ranchmen and cowboys, thc brisk alert women of the pioneer generation, and their dainty, graceful, yet strong and self-reliant daughtersâtype of the American girl, over which the whole world has come to admire and wonder,âofficers and soldiers, fair samples of the heterogenous community which Mr. Thomas has chosen to utilize in the way of literary material. The piece is full of bright color contrasts as the changing combinations of a kaloido- scope. It fairly pulses with fresh, vigorous, active life of the rough west. It has a love story as tender and almost as tragic as that of "Romeo and Juliet," and it has a relief work of humour as ripe and unctous as that which Mr. Thomas has previously shown us in "Alabama" and "In Missouri." When the critics have said of "Arizona" that it is better than "Alabama," they have said all they well could say in praise of an American play, and these praises are reiterated by the English press during its sensational run of over five months in London. That "Arizona" will be richly staged and excellently well acted is guaranteed by thc names of the clever actors chosen for thc principal roles of thc play. The scenes of Act 1 and IV, "Canby Ranch," near Fort Grant, in the Aravaipa Valley, wcre painted by Mr. Walter Durridgt-*, from sketches especially made for him in Arizona. The drawing room of Fort Grant, Act IF, and the dining room at Canby's ranch were painted from actual rooms at the ranch and military post, by John Paust. Thc decorations, costumes and accoutrements were all chosen and arranged by Frederick Remington. three ladies and a youth, is quite unique, whether the ladies are, as advertised, his three wives or not. The oriental garb assists the illusion and it is maintained in all its integrity. The other item which calls for special notice is a reproduction of Ali Baba and the forty thieves on the moving picture screen. These pictures are given in colors and are without doubt the best ever seen in Victoria. Anna Plum and her Broadway girls sing well and are well dressed. Hasse and Mariette, the Spanish whirlwind dancers, are clever. Fenn and Harris put on what is called a Parisian mystifying illusion, which, however, does not mystify and is not Parisian. This thing has been better done. Mabel Cassedy is the weak spot in an otherwise excellent programme and would not have been missed. In spite of two mediocre turns the programme has so many first rate ones that it easily ranks with the best Manager Jameson has produced. After two disappointments, Mr. Jamieson has finally succeeded in se- curng for next week the great Eddy Family of wire runners and jumpers and acrobats, an act that has been without question the most talked of of any that has been over the circuit as yet. It made such a hit in Seattle that it was held over for another week and then for a third, and it has played two engagements in Vancouver and is booked for further return dates in most of the circuit cities. The performance is described as being simply marvelous, the two children in particular being as clever as it seems possible for human beings to be, and the three older members are exceptionally capable, although the children outshine them. Other features on a great bill will be Minnie Mid- dleton's Military Girls, described as the best singing quartette of female voices in vaudeville and including Minnie Middleton, first soprano, Grace Meloney, second soprano, Gey- la Green, first contralto, and Flora Fitzgerald, second contralto; Horton & Latriska, "The Messenger Boy and His Doll"; Marquis and Lynn, novelty musical act; James McDuff, imitator and mimic; Thos. J. Price, in illustrated song, and New Moving Pictures. At the New Grand, By connoisseurs in vaudeville entertainments the programme of the present week at the New Grand is pronounced to be one of thc best ever seen at thc premier house. Two items arc singled out by their excellence. The novelty painting act of A. Badclah Kadcr, assisted by the Pantages Theatre. Any person who could not enjoy the performance this week at the Pantages must certainly be hard to please. I found every number on the programme good in every particular, and the audiences appeared to be well pleased with the entertainment all through. The "American Newsboys" quartette are without doubt a "Smart Sett," and a clever group of entertainers. They possess good voices, which are used to the best advantage and their comedy is wholesome, which makes their act a big success. Albertus and Altus do a very nice juggling act, which is interesting from start to finish. Ethel Barr & Co. present one of the best dramatic playlets that has been put on here for some time. Herbert Chesley portrays the character of Abraham Lincoln to perfection and Little Ethel Barr is very clever in the "character of Dorothy Mason. West & Benton do a very refined and artistic singing and dancing act which has been well received all through the week. Miss Crawford's song, "Two Blue Eyes," and its illustrations has given great satisfaction. The motion pictures illustrating "The Elopement," is amusing and brings to a close a first-class performance. A big attraction for next week will be Mlle. Lucretias troupe of per- â¢ forming leopards and panthers, a very sensational and interesting animal performance. Tthc other attractions booked for the coming week arc Cal Stewart & Co. in the funny comedy sketch, "Uncle Josh on thc Bowery." Miss Belle Gordon, the champion female bag puncher of thc world; Chris Magee in Trish songs and dances; Miss Crawford will sing a pretty new song and the Pantagescope will show the latest reproductions. * Social and * J Personal. * _____________ ______________________ __________________________ âââÂ»âââÂ» ->Aa >â¢____â âââ_ __m â¢____â¢ âMm Mrs. Phipps of Cobble Hill is staying with friends in Victoria. * * * Mr. E. P. Colley left on Saturday last for England. * * * Mr. Beauchamp Pinder came over from Seattle on Tuesday. * * * Mrs. Fisher of Metchosin spent a few days in town during the week. * * * Mrs. McGill of Shawnigan Lake is visiting friends in the city. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Dunn of Westholme came down on Tuesday. * * * Lieut.-Col. Layard and Mr. Raymond Layard of Vesuvius Bay, are guests at the Balmoral. * * * Mr. G. H. Hadwen and Miss Had- wen of Duncans were in Victoria during the week. â f # * Miss Adelaide King went up to Duncans for the Agricultural ball on Wednesday. * * * At The Grove, Rockland Ave., Victoria, to Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Davies, a daughter, January 6. * * * Mr. Thos. Walsh, of Winnipeg, arrived in the city this week and is the guest of his brother, Pandora St. * * * Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Flumerfelt left on Wednesday morning for Spokane via Seattle and the Northern Pacific. * * * Among those who came down from Duncans to hear Kubelik were Mrs. Mainguy, Mr. H. W. Mainguy, Mr. and Mrs. H. Fry, Mrs. Prevost, and Mrs. T. Lomas and arc registered at the King Edward. * * * The last session of the Skating Club took place on Tuesday afternoon at the rink. Those present were: Mrs. Genge, and the Misses P. Mason, M. Dunsmuir, V. Pooley, P. Irving, V. Mason, M. Newcombe, N. Coombe, D. Mason, M. Little, G. Loenholn, W. Johnson, L. Eberts, W. Troupe and the Messrs. R. Monteith, 0. Fraser, Harvey Wright, Hagerty, J. Bell, Arbuckle, J. Brown, J. Arbuckle, McDougall, Sweeney, J. Lawson. * * * On Monday evening Miss Madge Wolfenden entertained a few of her young friends. A very pleasant evening was spent in dancing and games. The guests were: The Misses Mary Boggs, Mabel Eberts, Kathleen Barnard, Daisy Barnard, Doris Clute, Dorothy Jones, Beatrict Fort, Dorothy Lucas, Baby Holmes, Pansy Robson and the Messrs. Harold Eberts, Walter Barton, Willie Barton, Tom Brown, Charlie Brown, Herbert Boggs, Arthur Boggs, Charlie Lucas, Eric Barnard and Bobbie Fort. * * * Mrs. Crotty, Burdette avenue, gave a delightful bridge party on Saturday afternoon last. The floral decorations of carnations and ferns were very pretty, and the handsome prizes were won by Mrs. E. H. King, and Mrs. Durand. The players included Mesdames Gibb, Gaudin, J. Raymur, King, C. M. Roberts, Durand, Love, Blackwood, Heisterman, Ker, T. S. Gore, Berkeley, James, W. S. Gore, Crotty and Miss Griffiths. The Five Hundred Club met last Tuesday at Mrs. Courtenay's. The rooms were very fragrant with hothouse roses, and very daintly arranged, and all the guests spent a very pleasant afternoon. The hostess was assisted by Mrs. Stuart Robertson, Mrs. McGill and Mrs. Lampman. The members present were Mrs. Gibb, Mrs. W. S. Gore, Mrs. Tye, Mrs. Cecil Roberts, Mrs. Cross, Mrs. T. S. Gore, Mrs. Blackwood, Mrs. Spratt, Mrs. Griffiths, and Mrs. Matson, and the following ladies came in to tea: Mrs. Holmes, Mrs. Joe Wilson, Mrs. J. Raymur, Miss Gaudin, Miss K. Gaudin, Miss Wark, and Mrs. W. Holmes. The prize for Fivc Hundred was gained by Mrs. T. Gore. * * * The fancy dress Cinderella given at Government House last Friday week in aid of the Provincial Jubilee Hospital, proved itself in every way both a financial and social success. The Lieutenant-Governor and Mrs. Dunsmuir with the liberality which distinguishes them in all works of public charity not only placed Government House at the disposal of the committee in charge, but also assumed all expenses in connection with the entertainment. The ball-room was very prettily decorated with garlands of ivy and red paper bells. The Fifth Regiment provided the music. A most delicious buffet supper was served in the spacious dining-room, which was profusely decorated with scarlet carnations and asparagus fern. There wcre many handsome and well car ried out costumes. Mrs. R. H. Pooley in an oriental costume of rich yellow satin, was greatly admired and of the gentlemen Mr. B. Tye as a Celestial of high degree. Herr Rudolph Kaps to be Heard in Recital. Much interest is being taken in the recital to be given on Friday, January 17th, at the Victoria Theatre under the patronage of the Lieutenant-Governor and Mrs. Dunsmuir, by Herr Rudolph Kaps, the well-known 'cellist. Kaps had his training in Berlin, and was for some time a member of the Royal Opera Orchestra at that place. He is equally capable in solo work and in quartet playing. He will be assisted by Herr Heinrich Bosse, pianist of Berlin, Germany, and Moritz Rosen, a child violinist of ten years of age. The following criticism from a leading German newspaper will be of interest: From the Prague Abendblatt, of Prague, Germany: Great enthusiasm marked the recital by Herr Rudolph Kaps, the great 'cellist, who is now known from end to end of Germany as being one of the foremost of his day. He played last evening selections from Saint Saens, Servais and Popper most splendidly. Her Kaps, according to the leaders in musical circles here, may well be considered one of the most accomplished artists on one of the most difficult instruments, viz:â the 'cello, and certainly deserved the hearty applause and the many recalls that were tendered him. Hc shows in his playing a wealth of soul and nobility, together with extraordinary technique and perception, as well as warmth of tone. A New Patent. A Canadian Patent was granted during thc past week to Thomas Martyn of Vancouver, through the agency of Rowland Brittain, Patent Attorney, on an improved reversible window sash. The advantages of being able to reverse a window sash in a manner to facilitate the cleaning of the outside of the window pane without the necessity of reaching from the outside or standing on the window sill are too well appreciated to render any enlargement necessary. In large buildings the danger of cleaning the outside of windows is such that accidents frequently fatal are common and in domestic houses thc advantage of being able to clean the outside of a window from the inside will bc apparent to any householder. Many devices have been invented to enable a window sash to be reversed but such have usually been of such an elaborate character as to practically render their adoption prohibitive, save in the most expensive buildings. Mr. Martyn's device has ben designed to accomplish this object in as simple and inexpensive a manner as possible, necessitating only a trifling modification of existing construction of thc window sash and its frame. In it the weight cords are attached to the sash at or about the centre of gravity, the attachment being made by a screw through an eyelet secured in the end of each cord, so that the sash is free to pivotally swing round on the cords. The sides of the sash fit freely between the sides of the sash frame, grooves being provided on each side of the frame in which the eyelets and cords are retained. On the inside face of the window sash adjacent to each side edge arc metal strips extending the full depth of the sash style which strips normally project and fit into grooves provided in the sash frame so that these strips retain the sash in the frame while permitting it the endwise movement necessary for raising and lowering the window. The strips are secured to the styles of the sash by screws in angled apertures of the strips so arranged that as the strips are lifted the angle of the apertures withdraws thc strips from the grooves and leaves the sash free to be pivot- ally reversed in the sash frame turning as it will on the pivotal attachment of the sash to the weight cords. Mr. Martyn has been obliged to leave for New Zealand and will be glad to negotiate for the sale of his Canadian Patent. A Worthy Citizen. Among the worthy citizens whd have offered themselves for a vacancj on the Board of School Trustees Mr. P. J. Riddell, a gentleman whd has already served in that capacity! with conspicuous success. Mr. Rtf-I dell is just the type of man to occupy! a public position, a man of high personal character and integrity, he j-**.! essentially cautious, and one ' tyhol weighs his actions carefully and c^n-| not by any means be stampeded into] hasty conclusions. His record shows] that he is a student of school work and that with him the work a school | trustee is a labour of love. The ratepayers will make no mistake in sup- ' porting Mr. Riddell for another term. Mr. F. J. Bittancourt. Mr. Bittancourt is seeking election because he believes that there are a number of important matters which the present council has neglected,, notably improvement in the freight and transportation facilities, the early solution of the waterworks question, improvement of the streets and an increase in the fire fighting appliances and staff. In his own ward, Mr. Bittancourt wants the straightening of the streets, more permanent walks, improved lighting, better sewage and a traffic bridge from some spot at or near Johnson street, and a road and walk across the reserve. To Be Noted. F. G. T. Lucas, the well known barrister of Vancouver, announces the formation of a new partnership, under the name of Harvey, McCarter & Lucas. Mr. J. A. Harvey, K.C, of Cranbrook, and Mr. George S. McCarter of Revelstoke have now become identified with Mr. Lucas. Mr. Harvey is the senior member of the firm of Harvey & McCarter of Cranbrook, and Mr. McCarter, head of the Revelstoke legal firm of Harvey, McCarter & Pinkham. Neither of the new members will change their present abode, though it is likely that Mr. McCarter will become more actively associated with the Vancouver end of the new partnership. Mr. Lucas is the son of Mr. Alexander Lucas, Provincial Assessor of Kaslo, B.C. A woman landed the other day at New York, bringing from Europe a wedding trousseau and a mourning outfit. Ready for any emergency. The Washington Star notes that bullfights are occasionally given in Mexico "for charity." And the Star comments: "It may be merciful when compared with some of the bazaars, fairs and lawn fetes that are held in this country for charity's sake. In this Mexican affair it is the bulls and not the men that will be stuck." Fresh. EmployerâLook here, I didn't go into business yesterday!" New Clerkâ"Was it this morning, sir?" Willing To Stand a Good Deal. Dorisâ"But I never told you that I have a brother-in-law who is a senator." Harryâ"No matter, darling. Even that fact cannot separate us." Blew Himself Up. First AutoistâThey tell me your chauffeur is an angel. Second AutistâI reckon he is about now. He lighted a match this morning to sec if the gasoline tank was full.
Publisher changes in chronological order: publisher not identified (1904-1906) The Week Publishing Co., Ltd. Offices (1906-1907) "The Week" Publishing Company, Limited (1907-1918) publisher not identified (1918-1920)
Newspapers
Victoria (B.C.)
English
Vancouver : University of British Columbia Library
Victoria : ""The Week"" Publishing Company, Limited
Images provided for research and reference use only. Permission to publish, copy, or otherwise use these images must be obtained from the Digitization Centre: http://digitize.library.ubc.ca/
BC Historical Newspapers
Original Format: Royal British Columbia Museum. British Columbia Archives.
Week
Text