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"SUNNY SIDE UP" Is Coming r ****** ***************** ****++*+.' Cumberland Islander ***** ******** ********* To the Ilo-Ilo | April i4,15, 16 j *■*** ** * ***** ******** WITH WHICH IS CONSOLIDATED THE CUMBERLAND NEWS. ,-7 KORTY-NINTH YEAR—No. 14 CUMBERLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, 1880. BSCR1PTION 1'ItICB: TWO DOLLARS I'EH ANNUM Big First Aid Meet Saturday Local first aid teams have heen practicing steadily during the past few weeks in preparation for thc big (whilst being acceptable, would not be | The Courtenay Cricket Club will ■ hold their annual meeting on Wed- I nesday when the matter of fixtures with the Cumberland team will he J brought up. Tbe local team asked | for more games this year, but stress- i ed the point that mid-week games, indoor contest to be held in the Ilo- Ilo hall on Saturday under auspices of tbe Vancouver Island coast district branch of the Mine Safety Association. It is confidently expected that a large number of out of town teams will be competing again this year and Nanaimo, Cassidy and other coal mining centres to the south uf us will | be strongly represented. The Comox Logging Company's team is also expected to enter and such progress has heen made by this team that tbe wise acres are predicting that the loggers will carry all before it. For the visitors, dinner will be served in the Waverley Hotel at 8.30 Saturday night and following the contests it is expected that thc Hon. W. A. McKenzie, minister of mines for the Province of British Columbia will he present and presen! prizes to the successful competitors. convenient to the Cumberland players as week-end games. Empire Shopping Week In Canada Empire Buyers Are Empire Builders In discussing the question of Empire Shopping Week in Canada it sometimes becomes evident that many people think of it purely as a commercial proposal. Thero are however, many other phases of equal if not superior importance, yet all including the increase of sales, are so blended together that difficulty presents itself treating them separately. For instance the essay contest material was very widely circulated in practically all provinces and printed in full in a large number of new^- 1 papers nnd in part in many others. There was another good turnout j The object of the essay contest ma- at the traps of the, Cumherland Rod i terial or type lesson was to show and Gun cluh on Sunday last when I the relationship of education and a very interesting shoot was held | wealth production and to link them with two new shooters, Brown and up closely with British and Canadian Frelone showing a great deal of traditions and institutions in such a promise. The senior Frelone (Joe) | way as to weave in very naturally SCORES AT THE TRAPS has evidently hit his usual form, get ting twenty-four birds out of a possible twenty-five. W. McLellan and K. Coe also did well getting twenty- one birds each. Following are the top scorers in Sunday's shoot: Joe Frelone, 24; K. Coe, 21; W. McLellan, jr., 21; L. Frelone, 20; Ben Horbury, 20; A. Sommervdlle, 19; J. Gordon, 18; G. Brown and B. the desirability of supporting Canadian and Empire industry. A very favorable reception was found, too, for short but interesting film trailers. These were a happy combination of Empire design and bold patriotic wording, coupled with a direct message from His Excellency, Lord Willingdon, which gave the film a great news value for wide Wilcock, 17 birds each (both theso distribution .in the motion picture shooters are new game); D. Coe, 16; comers J. Bono JULES VERNE WAS A PIKER. With all due respect to the celebrated and imaginative French author it must be' admitted that his "Around the World in Eighty Days," was pretty small potatoes compared to a single issue of Fox Movietone News! Within a short space of ten minutes Fox Movietone News transports you, not only to interesting parts of our own land but right around the globe as well. After observing some important ceremony in our national capital we perhaps jump to Florida or California where there's always something doing. Then, pouf—we're in London and right away in Paris or Berlin for some big event. China, Australia or the languorous South Seas are but a moment away and hefore you know it we're back home again. In Fox Movietone News you not only see these events and people but hear them in all their natural sounds. Monsieur Verne also imagined trips to the centre of tbe earth and to the moon. When they nre possible Fox Movietone News will be along—you can bet on that. For the latest Fox Movietone News visit the Ilo-Ilo Theatre every Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. to the i houses. The films were made free 15. ! of charge by the Ontario Government Motion Picture Bureau ^ and were shown without cost except for carriage. The Welsh Imperial Singers-A Godsend "The music sung by the Welsh Imperial Singers is not only the best I have ever heard, it is quite truly *,cen maj, better than any I ever expected to hear in my life", thus wrote Sir Dan Godfrey. As the performers ure also excellent soloists, they would be a Godsend to any who wish a quiet lesson in the subtleties of part-singing." They have indeed proved a Godsend to thousands in Europe. Their vogue In London was such thnt they had twenty concerts there last season. ranging concerts will find that a program of ancient English nnd Welsh music ensures a pronounced success Comox Member Thinks Denman Ferry Possible DR. G. K. MacNAUGHTON RETURNS TO CITY AFTER SESSION Returning to the city after completing the session at Victoria, Dr. G. K, MacNaughton, member for Comox District has heen a busy man, having several interviews with various district organizations. In the course of a conversation the dictor was of the opinion thnt the Denman Island ferry was assured. This will be good news, not only to the Islanders themselves, but to a large number of people on the mainland of Vancouver Island who have occasion to visit Denman Island very often. Dr. MacNaughton also spoke of the timber area in the vicinity of Elk Falls, which had cost thc government $31000 to hnve reserved. He also spoke of tbe rumour that has gained ground recently that the B.C. Electric has been allowed a further extension of time to file their plans. The original agreement with the government called for plans to be filed with the government by the end of February next year. So far as could he learned the doctor has not heard that any other arrangement has Lt-CoL Villiers Met Coal Dealers MARKETING OF COAL QUESTION TAKEN UP Town Topics Lt.-Col. Charles W. Villiers, general manager of the Canadian Collieries (Dunsmuir), Limited and the Western Fuel Corporation of Canada, Limited, on Wednesday met the retail coal dealers of Vancouver at a conference in the Hotel Vancouver, in order to discuss the coal situation. Questions of marketing were taken up, and several suggestions put forward as to how the sale of Vancouver Island coal can be increased. WINNING NOS. IN SWEEPSTAKE. Winning numbers in tho sweep ° - ■"-*-■* stake on the Grand Rational spon- sored by Mr. Preston Bruce were first 402; second 658; third 146. The draw was made at the Cumberland Literary und Athletic Association i and owing to the small number of ! tickets sold the money was confined [ to the first three horses. I Cumberland Lady Is Bereaved Mr. Tom Galllvan, Well Known Here Diet in Eastern Canada A silver tea will be held at the residence of Mrs. Watson on April 30th in aid of the United Church. Resident Of 26 Years' Standing Passes Beyond Mrs. Mary Zanini, of West Cum- Thosc responsible for ar- ,bcrland, died at her home after a lingering illness, nt the age of 62 years and 17 days, on Wednesday, leaving to mourn her loss besides her a success that includes ploa- sorrowing husband, three daughters sure to the lay audience as well the highly cultivated musician, inas much as the Welsh Imperial Singers Joe, resides in Nanaimo. have delighted audiences in tbe big cities and at small provincial chamber, concerts, universities and the schools. It would bo easy to multiply the tributes bestowed upon them; that it is the most perfect choir in existence is nn slight claim, nnd two sons. One son John resides nt home nnd thc other a married son, The deceased lady had been n resident of British Columbia for thirty- two years, tho Inst twenty-six being spent in Cumberland. During hor long residence here she had made many friends who will mourn her passing. The funeral will he held but it is substantiated in every conn-1 f,.om the Cumberland C n t h o li c try where they have sung. I Church on Sunday afternoon at 4:30 Their work is such that it become.--' 0'cioc](p interment taking place in a thing of sheer delight while the | the Catholic Cemetery with the Rev. special charm lies in the wonderful j Father Beaton officiating. sympathy and enthusiasm radiated j _ - —_— by this choir; each member of whicli sings as if English and Welsh music were the only music worth singing. and madrigals, motets, ballets and folksongs the most inspired of compositions. So thoroughly impregnated are they with the spirit of this amiable music, resurrected from an ancient peroid of artistic endeavor that they are able to bring to its interpretation a freshness, a natural dim all other efforts in that line. Appearing Monday, April 7th at the Ilo-Ilo Theatre, Cumberland, these sixteen vocalists, who sing everything in English and Welsh with a perfection of diction almost unbelievable, will present a program of such alluring partsongs as to cause wonder why such fine art had ever been allowed to remain in oblivion ntH and a grace so fascinating as to I for upwards of three centuries. Public School Honor Roll For Month of March DIV. 1, grade VIII—teacher Geo. E. Apps. No. enrolled 27, perfect attendance 20, percentage attendance 96.29. Honor roll—proficiency: Shjgera Kiyona, George Saito, Myrtle McMillan, Gertie Davis; Improvement: Tsugino Matsukura, Peter Bono. DIV. II—teacher, T. A. Gallivan. No. enrolled 31, late 0, perfect attendance 25, percentage attendance 98.67. Honor roll—Irene Jackson, Ming Cheung, Margaret Beveridge, Herbert McRae and Yasuhara Kadaguchi (equal), Stanley Lawrence. DIV. 3, grades VI and VII—teacher I. M. McFadyen. No. enrolled 29, perfect attendance 18, percentage attendance 93.2. Honor roll—grade VI: Fred Martin, Heroshi Ogaki, Wardena Thompson ; Grade VII: Joe Aida, Bessie Brown, Akera Herosi. DIV. IV, grades V and VI—teacher, C. MacKinnon. Perfect attendance 23, late 1, percentage attendance 92.4. Honor roll—Grade VI: Nellie Ramsell, Albert Hicks, Masako Iwasa Shunko Saito and Charles Fong (equal); Grade V: Sumeye Okuda, Fumlko Matsubuchi. DIV. V, grades sr. and jr. V— teacher, V. J. Aspesy. No. enrolled 37, perfect 25, percentage attendance 95.5. Honor roll—Grade Sr, V: Tetsuo Aoki, Ronald Spooner, Keen Mah; Jr. V: Margaret Armstrong. Margaret James, Leone Brown and George Ogaki. DIV. VI—gradeB sr. IV and jr. V. teacher, H. Watson. No. enrolled 38* perfect attendance 25, lates 1, percentage of attendance 93.8. Honor roll—grade IV: Jenny Cheung, Lizzie Baird, Valerie Giti and Laureen Frelone (equal); grade V: Peggy Roberts, Beatrice Brace; Tommy Conti. DIV. VII, grade VII—teacher, J. Baird. No. enrolled 39, lates 6, percentage attendance 94.5. Honour Roll—Sr. IV:Miyoko Kad- oguchi, Lily Saunders, Edith Younger; Jr. IV: Maimie Chow, Yoshimo Kimoto, Phyllis Robertson. DIV. VIII, grade sr. Ill—teacher, C. Carey. No. enrolled 37, lates 6, percentage attendance 97.68. Honor ,roll—Reginald Watson Muriel Maxwell, Ray Rees, Dorothy Stockand, Alfred Bouch; progress: Weldon Stacey, Barbara McNeil, Hi- rowo Aoki. DIV. IX—teacher, B. Horbury. No. enrolled 39, lateB 6, percentage attendance 94.66, perfect attendance 24. Honor roll—Oriental III: Chuy- oko Nakauchi, Toshiko Yano; Sr. II: Kathleen Drew, Glyn Lewis, Nettie Gibson, Jean Brown. DIV. X, grades I sr. and III jr— teacher, M. Robinson. No. enrolled 34, lates 2, perfect attendance 16, percentage attendance 93.4. Honor roll—grade I sr. : Joseph Buchanan, Gwen Williams, Robert Nash: grade II jr. : Helen Eadie, Jack O'Brien, Doris Brown. DIV. XI, grade II—teacher, Janet E. Robertson. No. enrolled 32, lates 2, perfect attendance 17, percentage attendance 92.19. Honor roll—Oriental class, jr. IIA Eiko Nakano, Kimiko Saito, Yutaka Sugimori; English class, Jr. II: Myrtle Pahle, Alex Young, Jackie Drue. DIV. XII, grade I—teacher, C. Richardson. No. enrolled 26, lates 0, percentage attendance 94.5, perfect attendance 17. Honor roll—Helen Wong, Utako Aida, Yoshiko Makimoto, Tokio Yamamoto, Yoshio Watanabe, Koko Kadoguchi, Kimiko Harada. DIV. XIII, grades I jr. and sr.— teacher, P. Hunden. No. enrolled 31, percentage attendance 93.7, perfect attendance 13, lates 4. Honor roll—grade 1 sr. : Ruth Jackson, Jack Price, Isabella Bonora grade I jr. : Mary McGrath, Grace- Guy, Raymond Frizzle; Wilfred Wat- ion (improvement). Unregistered Ministers Cannot Perform Marring-s. Under the Marriage Act of 193U no minister or clergyman may solemnize marriage in the Province of British Columbia, after tho first day of September, 1930, uniess bis name has heen previously registered with the Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages, Victoria, B. C. All applications for registration o! j ministers and clergymen must be made by the governing authority having jurisdiction in this Province of the religious body tp whom they belong. Forms are now obtainable and can be got from tlie Registrar of Births, Deaths and Marriages, at Victoria, B.C. Mr. Tom Gallivan, brother of Miss T. A. Gallivan of the teaching staff of the Cumberland Public School died on Thursday, at Chatham, New Hrunswiek at the early age of 34 years. The deceased was very well known in Cumberland and Comox coming to this district in seareh of health and spending some considerable time here. He left in June of last year for bis home and his death on Thursday came as a surprise to his many friends throughout the district He served with distinction in thi great war. holding a commissioned rank. He was severely wounded and gassed and came back to Canada in poor state of health. On the day of the funeral, which will probably be held tomorrow, service will be held in the Roman Catholic Chapel at Comox. TENNIS CLUB TO OPEN APRIL 7th The Cumberland Tennis club will commence the season on Monday, April 7th when it is expected a large number of the members will be at the courts. Tennis in Cumberland this year should show a decide. provement over the last two years owing to the fact that the local courts have been taken over by tho Board of Management of the Cumberland Literary and Athletic Association. Powell River Comox Ferry Again Discussed SUCCESSFUL DANCE BY FOOTBALL CLUB The Cumberland Eagles' Football club held a most successful dance in the Ilo-Ilo Hall on Friday night la::: when the Merry Makers' orchestra supplied all the latest and up to datt* music. The dance was late in sturt ing and it was not until 11:30 that the patrons began to arrive, and it was at first felt that the dance would have to be called off. However, by midnight there was a merry throng on the floor and the dance continued until the early hours ..of SfltlifHuy r*,f r.■'•r.tJ. 7'-0 proceeds of the dance will be turned over to the funds of the Cumberlan'l Eagles' Football club and the executive desire to thank the Ilo-Ilo management foi* assistance and Mr. Edward W. Bickle for a donation of $10.00. ,Alf McNiven, of Bloedel, who was a visitor to Cumberland at the wee'; end, brought two bear cubs down with him and housed them nt the rear of Mr. and Mrs. M. Stewart', residence, where they were the centre of interest of nil the kiddies in the district over the week end. Mr. McNiven has, we understand, made arrangements with thc management of the Grouse Mountain Chalet, to house the bears at the populat mountain resort this summer. Tbe cubs at the present time are hems bottle fed and are thriving splendid ly. Mr. W. H. Anderson of the Union Hotel drygoods business journeyed to Nanaimo on Thursday night and will return Sunday. Correspondence The Editor, Cumberland Islander. Dear Sir, I note with interest press comment on the purchnse of a new fire truck by the local City Council; In the same column as the announcement of placing this order foi- a thirty-odd hundred dollar truck with Hayes-Anderson of Vancouver, are remarks about great economy being necessary for the coming year! Now, in the first place, no city on the Island, this side of Victoria has found it necessary to invest this sum of money in a fire truck, and cities like Alberni nnd Nanaimo have excellent records as to fire fighting under more hazardous conditions than Cumberland, and they are employing much cheaper trucks with very satisfactory results. Another comment is io the effort that the local council in purchasing this truck is supporting local industry. This is just so much "bologney" for the engine, renr-ond.nnd wheels of this truck are manufactured, und imported from .the U.S.A. It is true that the frame and engine hood are manufactured in Vancouver, lmt ii seems a pity even' supposing that it In accordance with this policy of strict economy, that Cumberland is buying this truck, that the citizens should have spent their money on an article, the greatest part of which is manufactured in a country, whose policies and tariffs, are keeping tho Coal industry in the condition it finds itself today. Yours very truly, "Good Business" Cumberland, March 29, 1D30. I LOCAL BOARD OF TRADE MEM- BERS ATTEND IMPORTANT MEETING I Of vital interest to the whole ot the Comox district the Powell River- Comox district ferry was again discussed at a meeting held in Courlenay on Friday night and again on Monday last when a number of the members of the Cumberland Board of Trade, headed by tbe president, | Mr. R. C. Lang attended. The local j delegation, however, did not entoL* into the discussion very strongly as | it was principally a meeting of the farmers of the district with the market commissioner, Mr. W. Duncan. Captain G. R. Bates, who had been most enthusiastic over a subsidy for such a ferry as was proposed, pointed out to the commissioner that | Powell River boasted a population of 1 5,000 with a possibility of its being increased in the near future. There • wrr.n. over 600 cars in the P^wc'l River district and all they had to run on was 25 miles of roads. If a ferry was established it would certainly prove a great boon to the paper town inhabitants. It would mean mos'.! probably, more cars being owned I with material benefit to tho govern-' I ment in license fees and gasoline tax I In view of the government spending i i eight million dollars on roads, bridges | ferries, etc., and in view of the gov-1 eminent making subsidies for for- \ ries and the great importance of tho Powell River-Comox scheme, it was thought the government should guar antes a revenue of $1500 per month. Several other speakers very ably supported Capt. Bates and Mr. Jo-j soph McPhee raised the hopes of the j meeting very materially when he J said "If Powell River were on the] Island and only land had to be L.:i-j versed, the Government would not hesitate a moment to join it with Comox by road; why then should they hesitate to subsidize a ferry?" Dr. MacNaughton, M.L.A., said h< was sure that just as soon as they j could show that they had surplus products which they could not dispose of, the Minister of Agriculture would very sympathetically consider the subsidizing of a ferry. But had they enough to justify it yet? The Markets Commissioner, Mr. W. Duncan also addressed the meet Ing and told the assembly thut he had found Powell River an exceptionally fine market producing very little of what they consumed. There was certainly a market over there for farm produce—but Comox would have to live down its past reputation of unbusinesslike methods, and lack of continuous supply. Powell Rivor merchants nnd company would nave to be supplied how and when tbev wanted it, continuously and at competitive prices, otherwise the Powell River people were not interested. Mr. Duncan also told tin* meeting that he had not boon convinced that they had a surplus of produce and that they could keep the Powell River market supplied satisfactorily, Many of tbe farmers present agreed with Mi-. Duncan whilst others thought it was unfair to ask them to grow produce unless they were* assured of a ferry. The husiess men of the district promised to co-operate with the farmers and gave a j pledge that they would provide a clearing bouse for farm produce, if tbe farmers on the other hand wero willing to do their part. At tho meeting held on Monday, representatives of the various organizations were in attendance and after some discussion the following resolution was passed. 1. The farmers will immediately' call together as many producers as possiide with a view to supplying the Powell Itiver market. 2. That the business men of this district will immediately, in conjunc- Mr. and Mrs. S. I.. Robertson entertained the Nomads crib club on Monday evening, some very good games being played. During the evening the hostess served refreshments and prize winners were announced as ladies* first, Mrs. Westfleld, consolation, Mr. Jack Davis. Gentlemen's first, Mr. F. Dawson, consolation Mr. Wm. Brown. High School Sports Association Formed CUMBERLAND DELEGATES ARE PRESENT AT MEETING Another sports organization sprang into being on Saturday last when a number of the principals and teachers of High School students met a: the home of Mr. K Lyons, Courtenay and formed the Upper Island and Affiliated High School Sports Association. Mr. F. R. Shenstone, principal of the Cumberland High School and Miss Phyllis Partridge attended as Cumberland delegates and Misses McQueen and Kerr represented Comox High School. Mr. Lyons, Tsolum School, and Mr. Lundie the Courtenay High Sctohol. Alberni and Powell River Schools will also he included in the association. After cussion it was decided to h ler-spoi'ts moot at Lewis P; tenay on Saturday. May wbich the six teams will he present to contest for both senior am! junior championships, Other arrangements made for the meet Included the prizes for winners whioh will take ibe form of silver nnd bronze medals and rosettes. Officer selected were: presideni, Mr. Ronald Lyons; secretary, Mr. G. .. Lundie; hon. treasurer, Miss Mc- [ueen; executive committee, Miss P. Partridge and Miss Ken* and the presidents of the various high school- whether hoy or girl: Mr. A. M. Cam- iron will be tho Powell River rep- -eseiitat.ive and Mr. E. J. Dunn the Alberni representative. omo dis Id nn in •k, Cour 3rd Tennis Club Elect Officers For The Season INTEREST IN ANNUAL MEETING DECLlT-ilUG ! .The annual mooting of the Cum berland tennis cluh held m tbe Lecture room of the Cumberland Literary and Athletic Association on Monday night was very poorly attended, only a few nf the old brigade being in attendance, iu addition to a few of the hoard of management | of tbe Athletic Club. The latter organization, as reported last week, took over the management of the tennis courts and in an effort, to get the game going early this year the annual meeting was held when officers wore elected. The new president this year will he A. J. Taylor who will have for vice-president Dr. 1 E. R. Hicks, secretary-treasurer, W. j McFarlane, and an executive com-, posed of Messrs. T. Graham. M. Graham and W. II. Cope. The Bocial I committee will be Mesdames T. Graham, sr.. T. R. S. Graham, -I. Conway, W. II. Cope. If. Bryan and the M* sos McKinnon, F. Sehl and li. Dando. The opening date was sot for Tuesday. April the 8th. In addition to the taking over tho tennis club as a unit tbe Athletic club now controls, the football field, known in years gone hy as the Recreation ground, the Band hall, used extensively for badminton anil basketball and ih" howling green, in addition to fostering billiards, gymnastics, chess and checkers and many card tournaments durim the winter season so that doings al the club can almost always said Lo lie booming. Motorist Has Narrow Escape On Bevc-n Road Mr. Hughmn i, o Bevan, bad a miraculous escape rrom Berlous injury Inst nighi whilsl driving his «ju- on Ok* new cut-i W road lo Bovan, when a huge tree fell, Btrlklng tho front end of Mr. Ilughmun' Esse)! Coach and«mashing bond and wheels down to tin- ground. Fortunately the driver was not injured. Mr. Allan R. Nunns, who waa cIobo behind Mr. Hughman, states that it was one of the clout-Si calls he has over seen. Mr. Nunn* rendered what assistance ho could and took the unfortunate motorist into Courtenay where tho assistance of Corfleld Motors was enlisted and hte damaged car towed to their repair shop. tlon with the farmers, take steps to organize a central agency for the grading, packing, shipping and murk- Ming of farm produce. And that in order that crops may be planted to supply the markets this season the government be requested to take immediate steps to bring this matter to a definite head. List of Approved Hospitals Published The increasing interest in Hospital Standardization with more active co-operation and hetter understanding of the movement has placed u much greater demand and responsibility on the hospital division of the American College of Surgeons. The keen interest ami co-operation manifested throughout tho entire hospital field in carrying on the Hospital Standardization movement is deeply appreciated, It i.s most gratifying to find that few institutions not particularly interested previously have signified n desire m meet the requirements and are Included in tho Approval List of hospitals this year. Tho generous support of the Fellows of the College has been of great assistance in this work. The field work continues to increase. The magnitude of this work makes it difficult to visit every hospital annually hut. a close contact is kepi through an active follow-up and other means. A plan has ust been evolved whereby even a close: and more constructive follow-up can be maintained, particularly for the purpose of assisting hospitals striving to meet, the* requirements anil such institutions as might retrogress without frequent contact and assistance. An inventory of the progress of each institution from the standpoint of the Hospital Standardization requirements during the year has been made and this will be the basis of a comprehensive, systematic follow-up until tho next survey. Through this means tho American College of Surgeons hopes to be of greater service to the individual hospital. Thero are, of course, many institutions on tho survey list which buvo for years not only met minimum but maximum standards. Frequently, however, the College can assist them in their problems. The College is desirous of mooting tlio demands and discharging its responsibilities in the most efficient and satisfactory manner. The American College of Surgeons expresses gratification for the cooperation of local, state, and national medical, hospital, and nursing organizations, as well as the public generally, who understand and np- pi**cia'.e tha full inpnrtunce of the movement. In this connection tho American College of Surgeons without discrimination wishes to mention particularly lhe very (ine co-operation extended hy the Council' on * Medical Education and Hospitals of tho American Medical Association, the American Hospital Association. the Catholic Hospital Association, tho American Protestant Hospital Association, and the Hoard of Hospitals Homos, and Deaconess Work of tho Methodist Episcopal Church. It is only through an intelligent understanding and co-operation on tho part of tho various groups mentioned nnd the public at large that the full value of the Hospital Standardization movement can he realized. The following hospitals in British Columbia have been fully approved by the American College of Surgeons Kamloops, Royal Inland Hospital, capacity 180; New Westminster, Royal Columbian Hospital, capacity 212; Vancouver: Grace Hospital, capacity L40; St. Paul's Hospital, 300; Vancouver Gericral Hospital, capacity loot); Shaughncssy Hospital, capacity 800; Victoria: Provincial Royal Jubille Hospital, capacity 200; S:. Joseph's Hospital. 105. Basketballers Win Both Games Two very Interei ting basketball games were played at the Hand hall on Thursday night when two port Alberni teams visited Hie city. Tha Port's High School girls' team provided the opposll Ion in tin* first game against Cumberland Ex-high, and a real fa I gam I MISUCd with the local girls having a slight edge ah tin- way through, E* Itcmi nl rati high as end tn end play followed, thi local upportt i i applauding the Visitors a- heartily a- their own team. Cumherland girls early obtained tho lead and were u> \ i r topped although nn one or two occasions only a few points separated tho si on s. Tho final count was 20-1G in favor >»f the home girls. The game between the port Alberni boys and tlie Cumberland Eagles proved to be a uulk-a-way fnr ihe Eagles, no opposition being provided hy the visitors. Point after ilnt was scored by the homo players io eventually ran out winners hy score of -is to 21. It was not until the last period that tlie visitors Bhowed anything like play, their shots at the basket in the early period being pitifully weak. Cumherland hoys on the other hand were shooting in great form and very rarely missed. Following the games the visitors were entertained by the local players. PAGE TWO CUMBERLAND ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND, B.C. FRIDAY, APRIL 1th, 1930. The Cumberland Islander PUBLISHED EVERY FIUDAY AT CUMBERLAND, B.C. EDWARD W. BICKLE IS MOTHER'S DAY NEW? MOTHER'S Day is compartivuly now to us but some claim that it is actually a flare-back to the Mothering Sunday celebrated in Lent. Early in the Christian Era it was Lhe duty ol' children on that clay to visit their parents, taking with them a small offering of some kind—quite often cakes or some other sweets. Whether or not our "Mother's Day" has any connection with the Old World Mothering Sunday, matters little, The important thing to ua is'to sec that it is observed so thoroughly that every mother in our land may be made a bit happier on its account. The younger set may not i,r|'t much thrill Eroir a gifl of sweets—one of many that occur eacl; month, perhaps Middle-aged women and old wo men—the mothers of our country—however, wil appreciate a box of candy from son or daughter or even a tiny bag of sweets from a little grandchild, It isn't the value of the gifl that counts, but the fact that one is remembered ou this Mother's Day. Dad. too. can revert for a day to the period o! courtship and present his belter half wilh th kind of gift that brings back memories, lie may li so surprised at the pleasure he brings with a box of candy that he will make it a practice -- he did during courtship days. For ".Mother" is stilla girl ill her likes and desires. Remember her on her own day and si how true this is .Mother's Day will bo observed in this country in about one month's time which will give ample time for sons and daughters to make preparations for giving mother the lime of her life on that great day. Plan now Vou boys and girls who are thousands of miles away from the old home should remember mother. Drop her a line today while the matter is fresh in your mind. UTILIZING THE BACK YARD IT IS DOUBTFUL if Joyce Kilmer realized how famous a certain little poem would make him when he first penned Ihe lines "Poems are made by fools like me, but only Gotl can make a tree." ' But that little poem is one of the classics of today. It struck a heart string that seems to be almost universal. Even those of us who have never owned a garden seem to have a craving to grow filings, lt may be a plant in tlie windov or our dining room; a cluster of vines in water or something green, or golden, or red, in a box on the window ledge or the verandah; ov it ma. be a larger assortment of growing things in the spot of ground that runs from the garage to the back door of our home. We do not attempt to make a tree, but we usej the God-given seed and our God-given strength to plant that seed—and as the rays pass and the seedj grows, we secure a delight that is almost unsur-J passed. Trie tiny backyard may be turned into a garden no matter where it may be located nor how littered up it may be al present. A little ashes will loosen the vilest clay. A little fertilizer will fill barren soil with the power of producing plants and fruit. A little toil in that back yard and the expenditure of a very few dollars, indeed, will enable you lo produce vegetables for your own table, or to present to some loved friend with 'he assurance that they have been grown by you. HEALTH SERVICE of the Canadian Medical Association Queatluns concerning Health, addressed to the Canadian Medlcat Aasociution, IS-i, College St., Toronto, will be answered personally by correspondence. THE EXPECTANT MOTHER The health of the ex|)'.*ctant moth- ment. If maternity is to be rendered free from danger, it must be directed; it must he kept in the normal safe channel piloted by those trained in Riving supervision and direction. Otherwise, disaster may come from SHALL MEN WEAK PANTIES? is a matter of both personal anl ] drifting ;into dangerous currents, not national importance. The health oft seen, but nevertheless present, which future Canadians is bound up in ths'menace the period of pregnancy and question, because national health in the finnl analysis, the sum total of .individual health, und individual health largely depends upon a proper start in life, Pregnane;.' may be called a normal physiolo flcal function, hut I WONDER how many men are thinking seriously about ibe threatening humors which intimate that their trousers are to he shortened, their collars thrown in the ash heap ami their hats hung on a nail during warm weather at least. If one may judge from the editorials that are appearing everywhere, ihe shouts of anger and ridiculekerococnized tnat( in order to rend that come from the rank* of those who do not care tol .fc nfQ mu| renwnab|y comfort see their business ruined, and tbe chortles or joy that 1^ ,n, (..ut. js require(|, Tht , . ...„;,.,., ,;.,!,,■ !.-:■ .i-i ,■: dff collars, sweaty k,. c(Umo) |(„ overtook that, h ] the performance of this function, to' i many mothers suitor unduly, some lt. being more or less incu , and others losing theii onflnement, THE CHOICE OF A HOME hats and baggy knei may be numbered by thinking seriously i, those whi the millions, Not all agree that there should be a change in men's attire. The great army of non-sweats relish their stiiT collar and look hack longingly to the day when It was three Inches high. Another army of fraidy-cats would not appear in public without a coat except to pay un eleetion bet. A third army consisting of those who died a decade ago but who do not know they -.re dead even yet, are shouting "rubbish/1 "foolish fads" und sucn slogans so that the younger and more modern man is half tempted to forget dress reform. But those "fanatics", from whoso claim our civilization has derived most of its benefits are urging a change In men's attire. "Away with the stiff collar," they shout. "Down with the shirt collor and up with the pants legs", is another cry. "Cave mc freedom or I'll wear pyjamas," is athird. And here and there throughout the land, men are appearing without coats when coats are excess baggage; in knickers when knickers are in order; and even without collar when sufficiently nerved to withstand the glares of old maids who were never able to corner a collared man but scorn to recognize an uncollared one. Let's form a cluh, a nation-wide cluh, yes, an international club, which lias for its aim more sensible dress for the more male. Samson got rid of long tresses, and surely we can got rid of a few more things. If enough aro interested, we'll form the cluh, and tell the world what others ure doing. Drop a note to me, in care of this publication and ask the editor to forward it. Tell me what you think of dies; reform for men—no matter whether you agree or do not. From your letters I'll get material for editorials that tell exactly what men think of the clothing they have to wear today. —Editorial by Richard S. Bond. COAL OUTPUT FOR FEBRUARY The total coal output for the province of British Columbia shows for the month of February a falling off as compared with January, This may have heen due in part to tho exceptionally cold weather of January, that naturally had its effect in increasing the consumption of fuel in a domestic way. The output of the mines of the province shows 160,506 tons of coal produced in February, as compared with 209.S-KJ in January. On Vancouver Island tho coal pro'-! ductlon for the months of January; and February were respectively, 111,!);}:.' tons and 03,220 tons. The main falling off in the output wns in connection with tlie Wester Fuel Company's production at Na naimo. In February the yield from ! the company's collieries was 36,300' tons, as compared with 50,419 tons j in January. This outfit was divided as follows: Xo. 1 Mine, 24,82* tons, and Hi erve Mine, 11,562. The prodii«'tion of tlio Canadian I Collieries, Limited, showed a tonnage of 41,442 for February. This was' follows: Comox Colliery,; cola-Princeton district was 18,200 Lxtcnsion, 11,934, and tons ih February, as compared with 22,309 in January. The Telkwa Collieries in the north produced 152 tons in February, as compared with 735 in January, In the Crow's Nest Puss, the production for February was 54,838 tons as compared with 74,7tf2 tons in January. 2'2,050; South Wellington, Ko. 5, 7.449. The other collieries on the Island had a total production of 15,307 tons divided as follows; Granby Consolidated, 13.990; Little Ash Mine, 305; LantKville, 100, and Richardson Mine 102 tons. The total production for the Ni- paeitated, lives. The expectant mother requires su- pervisioi —what is usually called pre-nntii' care. Such care makes for greater comfort and security. It should begin early iu pregnancy anl', continue throughout. There are; things concerning which the expect-j ant mother needs instruction and j which are of great importance, not] only to herself but to her child. The success achieved hy the Win-1 nipeg General Hospital Pre-Natal Clinic is one of many examples o; what can be accomplished by proper pre-natal care. This particular clinic has, since its inception, cared for over two thousand cases. There have only been two maternal deaths in this group. It ti quite true that every year a large number of women bring healthy babies into the world with a minimum to themselves of suffering and illness . Knowing this, other wo men are apt to think thnt all the talk ahout thc need for pre-natal care and proper care at confinement is far-fetched. This view is not sound because it overlooks the number of women who become ill, and some of whom die from conditions which could have been prevented had proper supervision and care bcen secured during pregnancy and at confin When the choice of a dwelling is to be mn< o, we may he reminded that i inuut it is the people who live in it who will deteimlne whether or not, it is a real horn ■ Accepting such a statement without discussion, we think it is also rue that the typo of dwelling will i ither hinder or help in the making of a home. Develb imont of body and mind requires ertain physical conditions. Proper d .'velopnient demands fresh air, wale , food, sleep, exercise and protectioi . It is a matter of common som % then, to make these obtainable : i the dwelling if the home is to gi\ e the children those surrounding: favourable to healthy growth. The beat mother in the world cannot make fresh air and sunshine appear in a room without a window, any mon* than she can prepare a proper n eal without some cooking facilities. A baby may thrive rfor the first year or two in a flat or apartment. After that, he requires space to play In. He should have freedom and Bhould not be restrained within narrow bounds. When there are children, the home should have a yard or, at least, be near a park where the children may go regularly to play. During the early years of life, It is much more important for the child that there be a place he may play with other children than that the house have ull the modern comforts and conveniences. In order to live wo must have air. If deprived of air for a few minutes we cease to live. We require the oxygen in the air to maintain body functions. In addition to providing the oxygen, the air in which we live has a tremendous influence upon us-.. It is a matter of eommo/i experience that in what we think of as a hot, close atmosphere, we are dull and listless, whereas in the fresh cool air, we feel bright and acti /«, Everyone including the children should live in fresh, cool air. Thc best place to secure such air is out in the open. Children should spend a large part of their lives playing or sleeping out of doors. Indoors, we should keep the air of the home fresh by ventilation, using suitable doors and windows to keep the air cool and in gentle motion. In choosing a homo, bear in mind the need of playgrounds, and for windows to let in fresh air and sunshine. Royston An enjoyable and successful whlst drive under the auspices of the Community club was given in the school house recently, ten tables being in play.. Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Mitchell captured flrst prizes, with Mrs. Feeley and Tom Feeley gaining seconds. The McLeod orchestra with the assistance of BUI Whitehouse on the banjo, provided all the latest music for the jolly dance whicli followed refreshments. SCOTTISH LAUNDRY FIRST CLASS WHITE LAUNDRY SERVICE Dyers and Dry Clenoen Special family laundry rate. Orders left at the Rlti Cafe, 'phone 150, Cumberland will rt- celve prompt attention. A trial order will convince you. Telephones: Courtenay, 116 Cumberland. 160 Friends of Irving Morgan, who has been residing in Vancouver for some I time, will be pleased to learn that he recently passed the preliminary examinations In draughtsmanship, taking flrst place In a class of 45. (*uii)berltii)(l ; Cummcrclal ; Hendqunritr* Hotel Km, ; Kell.in.lite J AtTOlOIOIMTION Till! IIK8T lliionn Steam Heated W. MKItlllFIKLI), Prop. z'fyyy-y Lei :: I •m ~-y Notice to Ministers and Clergymen Under the Marriage Act of 1)30 n minister or clergyman may solemnize marriage ir- th; l.ovince >f British Columbia, alter the 1st day ol September .^30, unlet., hts name has been previously registered with thc Registrar of Birth:,. Deaths and Marriages, Victoria. B.C, All applications for registration of ministers and clergymen must be made by tlie governing authority having jurisdiction in this Province ot the religious body to which lie belongs. Forms are now obtainable from the Registrar ol Births, Deaths and Marriages, Victoria, B.C. ■'*;■ TENDERS FOK COAL Sealed Tenders addressed to the Purchasing Agent, Department of Public Winks, Ottawa, will be receiv- 1 ed at his office until 12 o'clock noon, Wednesday, April 23, 1930, for thp I supply of eoal for the Dominion j Buildings and Experimental Farms and Stations, throughout the Prov- | inees of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British Columbia. • Forms ol" tender with speclffca- i tions and conditions attached can be i obtained from G. W. Dawson, Chief Purchasing Agent, Department of Public Works, Ottawa; II. E. Mat 1 thews, District Resident Architect, Winnipeg, Man.; (1. J. Stephenson, District Resident Architect, Regina, iSask.i Chas. Scllens, District Resident Architect, Calgary; Alta.; nnd J. G. Brown, District Resident Architect, Victoria B.C. Tenders will not be considered un- ! less made on the above mentioned forms. ; The right to demand from the suc- : cessful tenderer a deposit, not exceeding 10 per cent of the amount j of the tender, to secure thc proper j fulfilment of the contract is reserved. By order, N. DES.IARDINS, Secretary. Department of PuWic Works, Ottawa, March 26, 10110 mymiwtiii aredkiaysHappy 21 TELEPHONE 100 TAXI Charlie Dalton Meets Boat at Union Hay Every Sunday Morning • value <>f Corn Syrup is recommended t's known to he the healthy food for The nutrltr by doctors everybody. So why not assure strength, enerfty nnd happiness by havlmt Crown Brand Com Syrup always ready In your kitchen. It's delicious. EDWARDSBURG M GOLDEN The CANADA STARCH CO. Limited MONTREAL G.l. P. P. Harrison Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public Main Office Couitenoy l'liono 85S Local Office Cumberland Hotel in Evenings Telephone 116H or 24 : sMeasesfcJWBBHecHBsaiaeft^^ HRILLIANTINES FACE POWDERS CREAMS Why have grey hair? We dye it to suit you. Appointments made for dyeing hair, massageing and shampooing. If your sculp is in any way affected see us. Our methods are all Sanitary insuring our patrons against infection of any kind. Central 'Barber Shop A. Glitz, proprietor. CENTS—We hnve ii fine selection of Old Country Pipes, Cigarette Cases, Holders, Pouches, Novelties, etc. Just arrived. It will pay you to look these over. RAZOR BLADES SUNDRIES SUPPLIES A few words can save the service Road gangi engaged in blasting operations. Bang! And tlie telephone lines are down. Serious interruption to telephone service can be prevented in such cases if those responsible for the blasting will notify the nearest telephone office in advance, A telephone man will then co-operate by stringing temporary lines around the scene, and these will be immediately available for service if the explosion tears down the copper loll wires. Whe i telephone men are not unified in adanvce, it is a natter of many hours bcfoi e service can be restore I, B.C TELEPHONE CO KIN(. GEORGE HOTEL Good Service I casonable Charges CENTRALLY LOCATED Lumber In every sort of building materials. MOULDINGS, WINDOWS, DOORS, SHINGLES, KILN DRIED FLOORINGS, AND FURNISHINGS. WE DELIVER TO ANYWHERE IN SHORT NOTICE WITH REASONABLE CHARGES Royston Lumber Co. poijiuri CUMBERLAND, B. C. . pu^^p;. I Night calls: 13-1X Courtena IHUm (Office: 151) Cumberland. ,s DR. W. BRUCE GORDON Dental Surgeon Office Cor. of Dunsmuir Ave. Opposite Ilo-Ilo Theatre CUMBERLAND, B.C. The GEM BARBER SHOP Opposite llo-llo Theatra Cumberland, B. C. ALBERT EVANS Practical Darber & Hairdresser. Children's hair cut any style 35c Ladles' hair cut any style 60c Cumberland and Union Waterworks Co., Ltd. ESTIMATES GIVEN ON ALL PLUMBING AND REPAIR WORK. Phone 75 A. B. CLINTON, Manager. RILEY'S TRANSFER Orders lefl at Henderson's Candy Store will receive 135" PROMPT ATTENTION "^J David Hunden, Jr. COAL - GENERAL HAULING of all descriptions — WOOD ijy!^f3IElcllc!jD!J^ I STAR LIVERY STABLE 1 ALEX MAXWELL, Proprietor. I Autos for Hire. Coal and Wood Hauling given very 1 prompt attention. Furniture and Piano Ji Storage if desired. Phones 4 and 61 Cumberland, B.C. Automobile Side Curtains Repaired SATISFACTION GUARANTEED Also Harness Repairs E. L. SAUNDERS THE FAMILY SHOE REPAIRERS r FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, 1930, RESEARCH AND USE OF COAL We quote the following opposite remarks from an able address delivered recently hefore thc American Mining Congress hy Mr. Thomas Stockham Baker, President of the Carnegie Institute of Technology. Although his observations had special reference to the situation in the United States, they are no less applicable to the situation in this country. Coal Assures United States Industrial Greatness. The nation that has the richest -resources in power may or may not nurture the loftiest form of culture, but it can hardly fail to impose many of its ideas and ideals upon thc real; of the world. It becomes a leader among nations because of its greal story of energy. The wealth of coal assures to the United States lon* continuance of its industrial greatness, Prosperity and tho refinement! THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER PAGE THREE /I i of life that are dependent upon i wealth are impossible without ample ! and cheap power, and undoubtedly i coal will serve as the chief source of energy until some revolutionary dis- I eovery makes obsolete the physical | theories of today. Even though WQ j may harness every stream and water j course in the whole country, the el- | cctricity thus gained will hardly furnish move than a third of th'.' power that will be demanded by the generations that are to come. Far-sighted of affairs must perceive that something more than financial resources is necessary fo- commercial progress. Modern business demands two kinds of capital, money and technical and scientific knowledge. A well-organized staff of research men can achieve results in a business way which can not be secured merely by great credits. Research is a curse and a blessdng. It is a curse to those individuals who do not employ it, and who are iu competition with those who utilize scientific experience and technical skill. It is a blessing to those enterprises which owe their progress to the methods of the scientist and tho skill of the investigator. Every important step forward hi technology is accomplished at thc expense of some industry, while bringing profit to some other. The introduction of the electric light was a severe check, although short-lived, to the gas industry. The coming of the automobile dislocated a number of established business traditions. The discovery of the method of making alchohol from coal gave a blow to the wood alcohol industry. Finally science, in teaching us how to make power economically has done a disservice, at least for the time being. Coal Man Is Baffled. The coal man is baffled by what is taking place around him. He observes the curve which shows the consumption of power mounting rapidly. But the consumption of hi* commodity, which must serve as the B*^*o^w w*Vl^^*W^**j*W^ i*WVrw*WV**»Wl>'1' w*Vt>^**^W»>*^*< -tW^11 w-'V^**' w^D Sound I rlL-lUKJiO ! Color 1 '• This Friday [tonight] and Saturday, April 4 and 5 ;' BEHIND THAT CURTAIN A love mystery drama of Scotland Yard t ####********#*#* ;:■•!• .■*■•'.».:•.*;■ v.***-..;;. v.;;.^.;hk;*********** «■*■>:■*•::■-:■«••!:*■:(■«■:«»««■■»•!!•«••"•«*»***## *#****##*#*#**** Briile of another! . . . Beautiful daughter of a man of wealth and position . . Who was responsible for the death of that brilliant London barrister, Hilary Gait? A trail of intrigue and romance which Scotland Yard follows around the world. ALSO the fir.l of a t.ri.1 of 12, 2-ro.l COLORTONE REVIEWS 100% technicolor presenting Broadway reviewi of tinging and dancing and Talking Comedy "Her Hired Husband" SPECIAL J——MONDAY, April 7th—THE IMPERIAL WELSH SINGERS ************ ***.' * ********** ****** *■*****************************< *****************^*~****+*++++++ Tuesday, Wednesday, April 8 and 9 First all-talking feature made out-doors This picture is real life itself Ten big scenes: f 1 The great cattle round-up 2 The Aritona stage coach holdup. 3 Wild women and rough men in the gold miners' hall. 4, U.S. Cavalry on the Rio Grande. 5 Barber shop wiie cracks in 1898. 6 The Gyoay Serenade. 7 The 1898 gold digger fools her man (even as today). 8 EDMUND LOWE as the shootin*, spittin', crack- shot Sergeant Dunn! 9 DOROTHY BURGESS a> the she-devil passion incarnate Tonia Maria. 10 WARNER BAXTER a* the merciless Robin Hood, singing his heart out. EDMUND LOWE WARNER BAXTER DOROTHY BURGESS 0*000000*000000000000000000000+0000000****0000**0%, * Thursday, Friday, Saturday, April 10, 11 and 12 THE LATEST FILM MARVEL! —a picture with SOUND ENTIRELY W COLOR NEVER-TO-BE-FORGOTTEN thrills that come to life in amazing color and sound I Hailed as the greatest sensation since talking pictures! V V/ /Ov 'Jf / A\ ***************************** with Pauline Starke Donald Crisp Le Roy Muson ms&m W'-l all these super special pictures at the ILCMLO THEATRE, CUMBERLAND starting point of this rapidly swelling Mood of machine-made energy, rises very slowly from year to year. Research has taught his clients lie erally how to make two blades of grass grow where one grew before. His chief hope for the future must lie In adopting some of the methods of his customers. If with his present system he cannot secure an adequate return for his commodity, it behooves h|m to call to Mm aid the engineers, and the men of science, who are, in a measure responsible for his unsatisfactory condition. Scientific Research Necessary. We see on every hand inroads being made into the coal Industry by new engineering and scientific developments. The railroads are movin \ more of their trains by elcctrL power, generated in many instances not from coal. The improved stoker mean a more economical use of fuel We hear of the newly developed oil- electric locomotives, which are supplanting some of tho eoal-burnin. engines. These developments representing engineering skill, und they have been accomplished at the expense of the coal producer. It as extraordinary that so much though, so much patient study should have been given to the saving of a commodity which is cheaper in tho United State than in any other part of the world. Because it is so cheap, one might ask why be so thrifty. The coal pro ducei-s may have thought their pro duct too inexpensive to study, bu. the men who buy from them bavi taken an opposite point of view. Tin progress of fuel economy can be explained, at least partly, by the fact that the greatest consumers of coal are the great industrial organize. tions. It is they who practice efficiency in the highest degree. The have carried the farthest the conception of the integration of small plants into large units in their efforts to achieve good management The improvements aro the Inevltabh results of the programmes of big business. We should not like to return to the era of the wasteful methods of the small power house, combat or rather to match lhe engineering skill of the power industry or the railway industry. As the markets have been narrowed, it has not been possible to think of now ways of utilizing the output. The problem is to find new uses, new outlets, new employment for this commodity, and far-sighted men in America and Europe are already beginning to see that science can help in finding the answer. In Germany and in France they are uniting to support great laboratories where work of high scientific significance is being don*?, although the objective is to secure from coal a greater value than can be gained by selling it merely as fuel. A great many of the studies of these laboratories are still in- tho preliminary stages, and even if successful might not be adaptalde to conditions in America. Search for Low Temperature D'stillation. In all conutries a search -is being made for a satisfactory low temperature distillationn process. It is of the highest economic importance, it will increase the value of coal. It will provide a cheaper substitute for anthracite for domestic purposes by transmuting low grade bituminous coal into high-grade fuel. It will add to our supply of motor spirit:;. In addition, it will increase the available supply of gas, which is becoming more and more important in the life of every great city. A development in coal chemistry of extreme interest is the production of synthetic petroleum from coil. We in America have little conception of the feverish efforts that are being made in Europe to make coal a .-ior * nnd the heavier oils for Diesel engines and for burning under boiler.: concerned with process of turning coal into substitutes for ga olin valuable commodity. Much of tin research that is being car:.Ted on ;s Synthetic Motor Fuel. The Germans and nt leasl ont Frenchman have achieved tho liquefaction of coal. The procc m . :- < successful if we disregard the questions of cos;.-. But at the present moment thc Cerman Dye Trust v selling synthetic motor fuel prepa : I according to ;i modified Bergius pr i cess on the streets of the German cities and claims that the produ :ti m of the new commodity is profitable It would seem that Americans woul 1 have little interest in synthetic pel roleum hut in sp.ito of our ovei'-sup ply of mineral oil, thc Standard Oi1 Company of Xew Jersey has four. ! it worth while to secure the rights to the process employed by the Dye Trust and is building a great plant to utilize it in some way. Synthetic Fertilizers. One of the far-reaching discoveries in an economic sense oi* the coal chemist is the production of synthetic fertilizers. Thfl beginning of this industry was made by the German chemist, Hnber, when he invented hi; process for 'ho fixation of otmoi phere nitrogen by ammonia synthesis. This discovery rendered Gor- many independent of the nit—1' ■■ fields of Chile from which had ' een drawn, up to tint time, t'-." nil 'at essential for explosives, In o en ■ it can be sr*.id that Hnbi c v.- re sponsible Cor prolonging ihe \vv. Without bis process Germony would have succumbed earlier. Since CI ' his methods have been modified and other similar processes have bee j developed. In all cast s, howov< i, coal plays a Inrgn part. At pres n1 those discoveries are i mploye I j chiefly in the production of f< ■' | izers,' with the restiltHhnl tl cultural condition of Germany !v - | been vastly improved. Enough has been said to nhi - | that we are at the boglnnin r of s ! new epoch in the hlfltory of co which may even change some of the aspects of our civilisation. | It is hardly Hkelv thai any ■ m . podgn of nalosmnnshlp or pro ■ tn da could be planned thai would ' i- 1 crease the sum total of coal to be consumed as fuel. The nation take what it needs and no more, Certii i companies mny be able to exmn I their sales hv skillful merchnndl Ing method:; or through their Bnecial Ear ilities for meeting tho desires of their customers. But this will be accomplished at the oxnenso of their compel iters. It would then seem that the mosl likely way lo increase tho value of the coal industry ,woul I he to Increase the value of coal, and it is here where the scientist can be of most. help. In time it may be profitable for tho mine owner to fabricate, so to speak, his product and thus add to its value and to the wealth of the community. This conception may ni present seem rather hazardous nnd its carrying out must, bo treated not only by scientists but by practical men of affairs. In Europe the tend- ? ency of the mine owner to take on some of the functions of t ie manufacturer is going forward .vith considerable speed. With us tha impulse in this direction is weaker because coal is cheaper. We can not foresee in just what respects science would cur* the ills of the coal industry. Wc may be certain that it would not ba iish them as if by magic, but we ma / be confident that some of the apparently Insurmountable difficulties "'ill yield to the patience and bard work of the .investigator. Modern Science May Draw New Industries to Coal Fields. Thus modern science, dealing with fuel, may draw to the coal fields new" industries which wore not though ot a generation ago. The pro leasing of coal will produce great qui ntities of gas wbich formerly was wasted, but which in the future may be combined with atmospheric nitrogen to produce nitrates or piped to distant cities. The processing of coal will also produce great quantities of tar wbich will be distilled probably near the mines and various stages of re- lining will create new enterprises out of what are now only laboratory experiments. Chemical industries are likely to draw more and more closely toward the coal fields. We can hardly conceive of conditions arising under which localities where coal is situat ed will not grow in importance. The newer chemistry will bring about new industrial developments, manv ■ if which will take place in the regions where the basic material is '.<> be found. Whatever may happen 'o other parts of the country, we eon prophesy that thuse regions where -oft coal is to be found will enjoy tn ever-increasing activity and probably an expanding prosperity. One realizes that there are manv complications to be adjusted when the coal man departs from his traditional work of mining and selling: the finding of markets for the now commodities, the disarrangements of established methods, the risks of insufficiently tested new processes, the inertia of tradition: but the present conditions of the business seem to demand a radical departure. The coal men might feel encouraged I > take some change in this directio i becnuse other industries are findinfi il advantageous to purchase and work coal mines. Thc chemical industry, the coke industry, the gas industry, are drawing their raw materials from mines which they have acquired. Unite in Supporting Common Investigation. There is hardly a coal companv so large that it would feci justified tn sotting up the kind of re ourch organization that the conditions demand. But much could be accomplished if a group of companies would unite in supporting v. common programme of investigation. It is essential that such work he concentrated in a few cent -or. Much is to be gained through thr cooperation of considerable group of workers. The allocation of problem i piecemeal to a largo number of lab- oratorios make it impossil Ie to secure the benefits that are to be hnd from the daily exchange of view between men who are working.on problems that are closely allied. The first essential is to get something started under tho'direction of well-trained and far-sighted men. If results could be shown, the scope of the studios could bo enlarged rapidly "nd tho support tint is essential could be secured. We are entering upon a now era of fuel leehuologv, an dthe demand for men educated In the new science will be very Insist- ent. ^;}:£«^ • ' .-..-.; ->. ;■■■ 1 R. FESTYN DAVIES. CONDUCTOR World Renowned Welsh Imperial SINGERS V ■ *§| ffl will be at the ILO-ILO THEATRE i ■ $J. CUMBERLAND Monday, April 7 commencing ut 8:15 Admission ffl'.OU Get Your Ticket Early W, • }-4 ■>■ ******************* ************ VICTORIA, B.C. : "DAILY TIMES" "Here is a superlative aggregation of singers from the Old Land, bringing tradition with them and choral attributes of a most distinguishing character. They not alone sing with their voices but from their hearts, and their articulation, diction, unanimity attack, discipline, gradations of tone and exactitude of interpretation are of the highest standards, and are well worth hearing for those excellences in choral achievement." "VANCOUVER SUN" CHOIR LEADER POSSESSES "IT" "Conductors of choirs, bands or any musical body who have thai indefinable 'It' that not only sways tbe audience but impels the singers or players themselves to pour their hearts out in music, are very few and far between. The names that occur to one's mind include Sir Dan Godfrey, Sousa and R. Festyn Davies, leader of the Welsh Imperial Singers." :!<t ■y^.-m^,m.0m.m^. ,.-.,.--.,. -.,..'.,....,....... A w p OMAN'S 'ASHING M ACHINE ... THE SIMPLEST ELECTRIC WASHER MADE THE New Gainaday Electric Washer Is designed to meet a woman's requirements. A beautiful addition to any laundry,!! is compact, only 2f-inches in diameter. With the fewest possible number of moving parts, its operation is extremely simple. A turn of a lever to start and stop. Washing is done in the most modern way, quickly and without wear on the sheerest of dainty articles There nre no cups, gyrators, or paddles. Washing is done by water action alone, set io vigorous action by the long, quick swing ofthe large size, solid copper tub. The New Gainaday is made throughout of excellent rust-proof materials. It Is easy to dean, and requires virtually □0 attention to keep in perfect order for a lifetime. Let us demonstrate it to you without obligation. Terms can be arranged to suit your convenience. for sale by Cumberland Electric Lighting Co., Ltd. PAGE FOUR CUMBERLAND ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND, B.C. FRIDAY, APRIL 4th, 1930. ***************************************************** s Worsteds - Serges Whipcords Tweeds Personal Mention When nature smiles And skies are blue STEP OUT in clothes Built just for YOU \ You will like the new Spring Burton clothi. There' is every conceivable shade, Tans ranging from the very light shadoa ■i]> to the darker browns, light greys, steel groys, dark greys, blues with white and fancy stripes. Stripes—fancy weaves- plains. The question will not bo can I find something that 1 like. Your trouble will bo to pick ono from many patterns thut you will admire. The prices will also appeal to you. Three prices only. . . . TAILORED-TO-MEASURE $25. $30. $35 NOTHING OVER $35 Winn your suit arrives and yon put it on, your satisfaction gjl. will lie complete, A snappy up-to-date style with all the p<| comforts of your old suit. |& Remcmhor. it is more than n suit If it's a Burton. k^ Yours for clothing satisfaction J. Sutherland f l^temUfftet* **%+** —Iff* ..^>>W-W»/W>«»»V»««' .^^Vx^/Wgj SPECIAL! 12 oz. Can Jamieson's Baking Powder 2">c 2 oz. Bottle Vanait (like Vanilla) 25c 50c for 35c For a Real Good Garden ) BE SURE TO USE James Brothers' :■: SEEDS :-: 100% CANADIAN We carry a complete line of Vegetable and Garden Seeds, etc. *************** ANNUAL HOSPITAL BALL MAY 2nd. The nnnual ball of the ladies' auxiliary of the Cumberland general hns- pital will ho held in the Ilo-Ilo dance hall on Friday, May 2nd, commencing at 9:30 p.m. For this annual affair a first class orchestra has been engaged and patrons can be assured of having a real good time. Help the work of the ladies' auxiliary by attending this dance. * • • Mrs. McNames. oi Vancouver, who has been the guest of her mother. Mrs. Kit Brown, for the past week, returned on Saturday to her home. Thc rooms wer," bright with spring flowers when Mrs. T. Qraham entertained on Friday alteruoon last at a delightful bridge [ind tea. Five tables were in play and winners of pretty prizes were: Mrs E. R. Hicks, first; Mrs. G. K. Mi cNaughton, second; Mrs. T. H. Williams, consolatlun. Other guests were: Mesdames Bryan. Mumford. Conway, Shortt. A. Nunns. Ross. Dick. Eadie. Stevens, Cope. C. Graham. T. R. S. Graham, Bruce Gordon, Wing and Christie of Royston. Misses P. Sehl and T. Galllvan. Mr. .lames Stevens left on Tuesday morning for Vancouver where he has accepted a position with the Union Steamship Co. Mr. and Mrs. T. 11. Jackson or Nanaimo were visitors to Cumberland at the week end. Mrs. a. K. MacNaughton entertained thc Ladies' bridge club at her home on Monday evening when four tables were in ploy. Mrs. H. Spence, West Cumherland, entertained delightfully nt "500" on Wednesday evening last, there being 2 tables in play. Winners of very pretty favors were: first, Mrs. S. Turner: second, Mrs. D. Morgan. A delicious supper was served by the hostess following cards and Miss ( Mona Spence delighted the guests | Mrs. R. Strachan was hostess on Friday evening last to guests to the number of about 20 lady members of the Burns' club. A very jolly evening was spent at games, music and whist Winners of the latter were Mrs. S. L Robertson and Mrs. F. Slaughter. Refreshments were served following the cards. Messrs. Jolly, Fryers. J. Evans and J. Bilton motored to Nanaimo at thc week-end. The "Brownies" pack gave a vers successful afternoon tea on Saturday at thc Anglican hall. They also offered for sale delicious home-made candy, which sold readily, and plants. A very nice sum was raised. Mrs. H James and Mrs. Finch were lu charge Mesdames Potter and A. Baird, ol Nanaimo. visited friends here las' week, Messrs. C. Johnston. J. Rentoul and Blair motored hi Nanaimo at the week-end, Mr. and Mrs. H. Rees, Sr„ who have Dcen visiling their daughter. Mrs. J, MacDonald, ai Seattle, lor the past airee months, returned home on Wednesday last They were accompanied by their granddaughter, Miss Viola Rees. Mrs. Roy Dawson, of Courtenay, who has been a patlenl at Cumberland general hospital, returned to her home on Filday last. Mr. and Mrs. F, McCarthy, of Nanaimo, visited at the home ol the latter's parents. Mr. and Mrs. F, Wilcock on Saturday and Sunday. Jack Sweeney, of Seattle, a fonnci Cumberland boy who has entered thi boxing game, visited relatives hen last week. Mr. and Mrs. R. Littler. Sr., Mis: Hilda Littler and Wilfred Littler motored to Nanaimo on Friday, returning! Saturday. Mesdames Jolly, Fryers ond Brook, of Nanaimo. were guests of Mrs. J with well-rendered piano solos. Those; thoburn last Tuesday. present were: Mesdames S. Turner, Mr . nd Mrs Sam Halfleldi ot Pow. D. Mor.ran, II, Jaekson, D. Bell, H.; ej[ River, former residents, came ovei jn Wednesday to atu-nd the funeral o. lackson, Buchanan, R. D. Brown, S. Davis, H. Spence, and Miss Mona Spence nnd Spence. Mr Mr. and Mrs. II. Spence and family motored to N'anaimo for a short ithe week-end. guests of Mr visit last week end. ''" (" ' " LAST TOURNAMENT OF SEASON AT THE ATHLETIC CLUB FULL STOCK OF FKESII FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Matt Brown s Grocery Phone 38 Cumberland The last card tournament of the present season is now under way at thc Athletic Club nnd is in thc form of a seven-tip contest. Thc crib tournament just completed attracted a real good entry and games were keenly contested. U. T. Brown a favorite to win all the way through was finally overhauled by George Shi arer, who annexed thc first prize, Ii. T. Brown having to lie content with the second prize With the approach of spring, card and other indoor games at thc cluh will show u falling oil'. Tennis and quoiting will l.e occupying a number of the members of the club for a time whilst a few will be indulging in cricket, football and baseball. On Friday night next, the final of the crib league will be held when a social \ ith all thc teams in thc league taking part will be held in the Veterans' hall. Tho Maynard trophy and crib boards will be presented to the winners of tlie league, the Cumberland Veterans. Tlle Ladies' Auxiliary of the Cumberland General JY Hospital will bold their h ANNUAL BALL ill lhe Ilo-Ilo Dance Hall I 1 I I Friday, May 2nd I IP hi commt'nfinn; al 9:30 p.m. NOTICE Al' members nnd visiting members of Union Lodge No. II. I.O.O.F., desirous of travelling to Lr..!;;:..iitb on the occasion of the presentation of the travelling f*avel on April 26th nre requested to hand in their name- tn the secretary on or before April 18th, so that arrangements for trans- portation may bd itr.uk: 11-15 LOST —LADIES' GOLD WRIST Watch. Initial "R" on back. Finder please return to Islander OfTice and receive reward. BUSINESS FOR SALE AS A GO- ing concern—Art Needlework nnd Fancy Goods, For further information apply P.O. Box 297, Cumberland, B.C. 14-16* WANTED—A BOOK-KEEPER AND asslsti nt Baloslndy. Apply Book- Keopi r, Bux TiVn. Cumberland. FOR SALE-LICHT SUSSEX, FINE Layer, good table birds, hatching eggs |1.50 per 15" eggs. Apply Cordon Thomas, Royston, B.C., Phono IMQ 12-2; the late W. Robmson. They returned to Powell River on Friday, Alfred McNiven and Malcolm Stewart were visitors here from Bloedel at and Mrs Matt Stewart The Firsi Aid association entertaln- cd on Saturday evening at an enjoyable whist drive and dance. Seventeen tables were in play. Winners of flrst prizes were Mrs. Hudson and Horace Cahian, and of second prizes Mrs. K. Bobba and R. Fieebur-i. Following the serving ot refiTshir,'.-nts. dancing was immediately begun, lasting till midnight, to snappy music supplied by the Merrymakers' orchestra. IN MEMORIAH In loving memory of a loving wife and mother, Jean Walker, who lei. us April 1, 1920. A wonderful mother, woman and aid. One who was better Cod never made; A wonderful worker, so loyal and true, One in a million—that Mother was you. Just in your judgment always rip-ht: Honest and liberal, ever upright; Loved bj your fniends and all whom you knew; Our wonderful mother—that mother was you. George Brown, of Bloedel, is visiting at the home or his parents. Mr. and Mrs, James Brown, Penrith Avenue, for a short time. . Mrs. Adderley. of Nanaimo, arrived on Sunday to visit her daughter. Mrs. F. Smith. New Townsite. She was accompanied by her granddaughter, Miss Marjorte Smith, who hns been her ;uiest for some time. Mr. and Mrs. E. Roberts and Mr. C. Dunn were visitors to Nanaimo over the week-end. Mr. ami Mrs. ,1. L. Brown left on1 Thursday morning for Vancouver. | Mr. and Mrs. G. J. Richardson, Mrs. J. Tait and Mr. Harry Raffles I spent last week end .in Nanaimo, returning on Sunday night. Mr. ai .1 Mrs. A. Davidson, of Campbell Hivor spent the week end with Mrs W. Hudson. Dr. Mc Cechnie of Vancouver was a visitor I > Cumberland at the week end ami whilst in town was the guest of Dr. an< Mr.s. C. K. MacNaughton, Mrs. J. J. Potter entertained ai three tali i's of bridge on Tuesday evening) i very enjoyable lime being i] ent. i I'izo-wtnners were: first, Mrs. W. ludson; second. Mrs. Ab- r, ins; coi solation, Mrs. -I. Watson. The Riv. J. li. Hewitt and the Rev. J. II, Bobbins will exchangi pulpits or Sunday evening, April ii. The Rev. J. Hobbins, who has been pastor at Union Bay for some time has tendered bis resignation and w bo leavim: this district in the near future. Service on Sunday at the United Church commences at 7 p.m. The nuny friends of Mrs. Victor Frelone will be sorry to hear she is a patient in the Cumberland Gcn- eial Hospital, where she underwent a very serious operation on Sunday morning. Dr. McKechnic, of Vancouver, came over specially to attend to Mrs. Frelone nnd latest reports from the hospital is to the effect that she is progressing as favorably as cun bo expected. Dr. Shaw, who has been relieving doctor in the absence of Dr. Mac- *Jaiighton during the session of the :e?islature. returned on Fridny to Ladysmith. Mrs. C. Buttress, Sr.. returned on Sunday from Nanaimo, where she visited her daughter, Mrs. Doug. Manson 5 I 1 1 1 EASTER WE ARE ALL READY FOR EASTER WITH A GOOD ASSORTMENT OF EASTER NOVELTIES AND EASTER CARDS. OUR ASSORTMENT IS VARIED AND YOU ARE SURE TO FIND SOMETHING TO PLEASE. Call and select your gifts NOW! 1 1 1 i 1 ■**************a*********** Lang's Drug Store 1 i CARD OF THANKS Miss Beatrice Cavellero takes this onoprtunity of thanking Dr. Shaw and Dr. MacNaughton for their kind attention during her stay .in the Cumberland Hospital. Words can-; not express appreciation of those who so kindly offered words of comfort durlgn a most anxious time. Mumford's Grocery The Fame sin-vice accorded a personal visit to this store will be given your phone order. Just call 71. If YOU Get It at Mumford's, It's Good CARD OF THANKS Tin' family of tho late Mr. W. Robovt&on desire to thank Dr. E. R, Hk'ks, and take this opportunity of doing so, for his very kind and sympathetic attention to a lovinR husband and father during liis last ill Phone 71 Deliveries Daily = ■illlllillllllllll Mrs. CARD OF THANKS \". Roburtson and family thank mo&l sincerely all those friends I who so k ndly sent flowers and for thc use of cars on the occasion of tin* , funeral of the late Hr. W. Robertson. To friend- who came to us in our ; hour of t -ouble and contributed all I that hum.'ii kindness could suggest Fondly remembered liy her loving U0 help av 1 comfort, we return most husband and family. , heartfelt hanks. Mr. David Walker and family. Intermounlain Company Sound Reassuring information for the benefit of investors in the Guarantee Loan and Savings Association, which has been taken over by the Intermountain Ct .jany, was given in the legislature recently by Attorney-General Pooley. The reports of government inspectors showed, lie said, that there was not the slightest possibility that any of the depositors would suffer. A. M. Manson. K.C., mentioned the growing popularity of such companies in other countries and the headway they were gaining in Canada. He was glad to hear that the Intermountain Company was a safe one, and the depositors in the former Guarantee Loan and Savings Association would be fully protected by the Intermountain Company, Born—On Saturday. March 29th, at Cumberland general hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. S. Gough, a daughter. + * it- Born—On Saturday, March 29th, at Cumberland general hospital, to Mr. and Mrs. J. Henning, Royston, a son. I Radio Special One Only—Brand New Sparton Equasonne tube all electric Radio with 12-inch dynamic speaker $215.00 Regular S2G1.50 Sale Price EASY TERMS IK DESIRED One only Marconiphone 8 with Batteries and Speaker installed to your aerrial, regular $185 flJQC AA :=: THE RADIO SHOP :-: See Us First—Not Last! PHONE 100 CUMBERLAND 33 ■*****r ******* ****************************** FIRST CLASS MUSIC WILL BE PROVIDED anda real good time assured all who attend tret vour lickcls early. Admission, $1.00 hi] ><SVJA$i '■■■''■ :'"'f '■'■ ■ zYmw is we ',:;,; MEM Ti-IEV —--^j-t-.-r.-i.K rV>*v> N *T'"T THERE'S £ I-OT OF AFTEK DINNER TALK GOING ON in this town about this meat shop and we're pleased to know that it's of a complimentary nature. The efficient housewives of tliis community have learned that we satisfy (heir meat wants in a highly croditnblo manner. CITY MEAT MARKET Phone 1" We Deliver SUN LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA 19 2 9 A BOOKLET embodying thc DIRECTORS' REPORT, the ADDRESS OF THE PRESIDENT AT THE ANNUAL MEETING, and a FULL LIST OF THE SECUHITIES HELD BY THE COMPANY, is now available and may be had on Application to Room 409, Head Office Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada Montreal ' ************** e*e***»*****************e*e*e************************** ' Apparel KNITTED CAPS Exceptional choice selection in two and three piece styles featuring two-tone and rainbow colors. Sizes 16 to 42. Dresses Showing a snappy range of Saturday-Niters, the new silhouettes, with modified hemline. Cantoti Flat Crepe and Georgettes are tlie materials. Coats—$1*1.90 and up Tweed, Basketeloth, Homespuns, Broailcolths in sport and flross styles, trimmed with broad-tail squirrel and mole. Sizes 10 lo 40. Pullovers Girls will love our silk nnd wool Sweaters. Clay Easter colors. Priced $1.95 and up Knickers A table of real bargains in fancy lace-trimmed knickers. All colors and sizes. $1.00 a pair OUTSTANDING VALUES Stamped Pillow Cases ....$1.29 Blue Deniin Overalls $1.49 80x100 Silk Bed Spreads $4.95 Holeproof Hose .69 Brown Towels, pair 79 Men's Work Shirts 95 Linen Glass Towels, each .25 All-Wool Socks 49 • • • W. H. ANDERSON Union Hotel Cumberland
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