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******* CUMBERLAND ISLANDER If With which ls consolidated the. Cumberland News. FORTY-SECOND YEAR—No. 10. CUMBERLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923 SUBSCRIPTION PRICE: TWO DOLLARS PER ANNUM. I PUNTLEDGE-BEVAN DISTRICT REPORTS ACTIVITY IN LUMBER TWO MEN KILLED IN RAILWAY ACCIDENT AT MENZIES BAY Logging Train Hot Beyond Control on Down Grade—Victims Failed to Jump Clear of Train. CAMPBELL RIVER—Report reached here of a fatal accident at Menzles Bay on Tuesday, March 6 about 8:30 p.m. when a loaded logging train going down grade got beyond control owing to frosty rails and James Donahue, aged 35, brakeman, whose relatives reside at Patterson, New Jersey, and H. Illerburn, fireman, of Edmonton, Alberta, were killed. The engineer Instructed the men to jump for safety and ln jumping they got caught and were dragged about one hundred and fifty feet, the bodies being terribly mangled. The train was Anally brought under control hut not before two other men were slightly injured, both of whom were taken care of at the camp. Constable Dawson, of the Provincial Police, and Dr. Shaw the coroner, left for the sceue immediately on receipt of the news, making the trip from Campbell River ln the launch Kanls, arriving there about midnight. A coroner's Jury was summoned and an inquest started, but was postponed on advice received by wire from Vancouver. The constable and coroner returned to Campebll River on Wednesday afternoon, bringing the bodies which will be sent to Conrtenay and held until instructions from the relatives. Mr. John Sutton, of Courtenay, took the bodies to Courtenay on Thursday evening, the Sutton Undertaking Parlors having charge of funeral arrangements. PRESBYTERIAN BOARD OF MANAGEMENT MEET A meeting of the Board ot Management of St. George's PreBbyterlan Church was held at the home of Mrc. O. K. McNaughton last Monday evening with Mr. McLean presiding. After the business had been transacted, a pleasant social evening was enjoyed. FRED NUNNS DIES SUDDENLY AT COURTENAY COURTENAY. — Wednesday afternoon the death occurred here suddenly of Mr. Fred Nunns, of Campbell River. It Is said that he went to the office of Dr. Thomas Aitken and had several teeth extracted. After this operation, being an elderly man and not feeling well, he crossed the street and vlBlted Dr. Millard's office. The doctor was not In and Mr. Nunns was invited Into the house by Mrs. Millard to await the arrival of the doctor. He waB there but a few minutes when he suddenly expired. The late Mr. Nunns has been a resident of the district for the past thirty- five years, coming originally to Campbell River from England. After two or three years at Campbell River he moved to Cumberland where he was for a long time employed as a bookkeeper. He returned to Campbell River several years ago and has resided there ever since. SUBSCRIPTIONS TO CUMBERLAND RELIEF FUND Previously acknowledged J3.895.00 W. Tarr, City 6.00 T. H. Carey, City 600 O. T. Warren Co., Victoria 10.00 Sliver Spring Brewing Co., Victoria 100.00 Cumberland Amutcur Orchestral Society 188.66 Anonymous, Victoria 100.00 Mrs. C. J. Palmer, Duncan .... 10.00 Fire Bosses' Association, Lantzvllle 20.00 F. D. Little, Victoria 50.00 Canadian-Japanese Association, Vancouver 60.00 $4,368.55 The "Anonymous" sum of $100 was sent from Victoria with the words: "In as much as ye have done It unto one of these, ye have dono it unto me." DISTRIBUTION OP RELIEF FUND BEING SUSPENDED Col. R. Ross Napier arrived on Thursday evening and was present at the meeting of the executive of the Cumberland Relief Fund. After a session of two hours on the question of distribution, the meeting adjourned until Monday evening without any deflnlte line of action. It is said that the trustees will collect all available funds before commencing diatrlbution. SILVER WEDDING CELE- ! BRATION AT UNION BAY| Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hudson, of Union Bay, celebrated their silver wedding on Friday, March 2 when they were surrounded by the immediate members of the family and spent a most enjoyable evening at the banquet table aud with cards, dancing and music. Felicitations were received from many friends during the day congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Hudson on the completion ot twenty-five years of wedded life. Mrs. Hudson before her marriage was Miss Nellie Piket, daughter of the late Mr. John Henry Piket, and Mrs. Piket (Mrs. J. Bruce), ot Cumberland. They have resided in the district ever since tlielr marriage, aud the legion of staunch friends they have gathered about them is proof of a long and lasting popularity which grows stronger as the years roll on. Mr. and Mrs. Hudson were married In Cumberland on March 2, 1898. A pleasing event of the evening was the presentation to the hosts ot a beautiful silver tea set, the presentation being made on behalf of the members of the family by Mrs. J. A. Mateer, of Vancouver, Bister of Mrs. Hudson, who had come over to the Bay from the terminal city for the occasion. There were present at this social function Mrs. John Bruce, Cumberland; Mrs. J. A. Mateer, Mrs. Noel MacFarlane, Nanaimo, both sisters of Mrs. Hudson; Mr. and Mrs. Len D. Piket, Courtenay; Mr. and Mrs. Thos. H. Piket, Denman Island, both brothers of Mrs. Hudson, and Mr. Thomas Hudson, Jr. The jollity, consisting of old time songs, dances and cards was kept up until the wee sma' hours of the morning. G. W. V. A. NOTES The Cumberland Branch of the O. W. V. A. of Canada hold their regular meetings every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. in the G. W. V. Hall. • a a Invitation Is extended to all members of ex-service men's organizations to attend these meetings, also to take advantage of the reading room and club, which is open every evening trom 7:30 to 10 o'clock. a a a The O. W. V. A. whist drive and dance arranged for Friday, March 16. has been postponed. . . . Information is sought concerning the whereabouts of the following comrades who have been missing for some time. Kindly communicate with the local secretary: 144848, William Slack, 7th Battalion; Ray R. Glover, C.E.F.; Arthur Philip Jackson, Royal Warwickshire Regiment; 2075362, H. Janet. C.E.F.; Ronald Abbott, C.E.F.; 1000052 G. R. MacNutt, C.A.S.C. a a * Names of all men who served at any time with the 28th Battalion C.E.F., are being sought by two former commanders of the unit, Mr. Justice F. J. Embury and Judge A. Robb. Members of the 28th please forward your names with regimental number to F. J. Rowan, secretary, G. W. V. A., Reglna Branch, Reglna, Sask. TIGERS PLAY NATIVE SONS IN VANCOUVER UNION OIL COMPANY BUYS PROPERTY AT COURTENAY Ten Lots Purchased Near E. & N. Which Will Have Spur— WIU Erect Two Tanks. COURTENAY.—The most important real estate transaction that has been put through here for months was consumated last week-end when the Union Oil Company purchased from Messrs. Heisterman, Forman & Company, of Victoria, owners of a large piece of property near the E, & N. Railway station, ten lots on which they will erect two large oil tanks, and which they will connect with the railway by a spur which will also be constructed. There have been rumors in the air for some time to the effect that this city was to have the opportunity of welcoming the oil company, but nothing definite was given out concerning the project until last week. The newcomer to Courtenay business circles certainly has chosen the new site because of its central location and easy accessibility from every part of the Valley. Courtenay is the recognized distributing point for this northern portion of Vancouver Island, and the Union Oil Company Is not the only organization that has looked us over with a view to opening branches here. Recently one of the greatest wholesale houses in Western Canada had a representative here making enquiries rgardlng real estate and contemplated that they would soon be ln the city to erect a large warehouse and store. The Union Oil Company will have competition to be sure, for the Imperial Oil Company has been established in the district with tanks at Royston wharf for the past five years, during which time Mr. Joe Idlens has looked after their interests, and It ls certain that he will not let any grass grow under his feet where competition Is concerned. Users of gasoline ln the district will ask themselves whether they are are about to have practical proof that the Imperial OU Company can transport oil and gas to Royston by boat at a cheaper rate than the Union Company can quote by rail. It will be interest Ing to watch developments. MYSTERY OF MISSING WOMAN IS SOLVED The mysterious disappearance of Mrs. Alice Burnett, from the London Apartment House, Vancouver, has been solved. It appears that the lady ln question had gone on a visit to ber parents in Courtenay. The fact that she failed to notify the manager of the apartment house of her Intention was the cause ot his notifying the police. The mystery was solved by Mrs. Wallace who had Been Mrs. Burnett off on a short visit to Courtenay. All Mills Working Steady-Possibility of Union Bay Becoming Shipping Point—Tract* Fluctuating. COURTENAY. — The Puntledge- Bevan end ot the district certainly has assumed a busy aspect, especially since the disappearance of the snow and the resumption of logging and lumbering activities. At the new mill of tbe Bevan Lumber Company there are about Blxty men employed, besides the crew In the woods. This mill has a capacity of fifty thousand feet per day and was built to replace that which was burned down last summer. At the mill of the Gwilt Lumber Company at Puntledge there are In the neighborhood of forty men employed besides the crew ln the woods, and the mill of the Thomas Gwllt Shingle Company employs about twenty to twenty-four men, Including those in the woods cutting shingle bolts. Last Friday a shipment of one hundred thousand feet of lumber was made to Vancouver by bcow. This was loaded at Union Bay, an Ideal place for the establishment of a shipping centre for the lumber mills ot the district. This was talked of at one time, and though the idea seems to have been lost sight of in some quarters, the more progressive mills are taking advantage of It for shipping by water. It ls believed that others are thinking of utilizing this point. The logging camps have got down to normal working again after the severe weather of the past month, and are all working to full capacity, in fact the Bloedel, Welsh & Stewart Company, near Union Bay, is. working a larger crew than It did last year. The camps to the north of Courtenay centred at Headquarters are full and working to capacity, sending down to the booming grounds at Royston much more timber than they did last season. It la rumored that the Royston Lumber Company Is about to dispose of Us holdings In the Mlnto section. There ls great activity in tbe timber market and many enquiries are being received ln town concerning available tracts. BOARD OF TRADE MEETING ON TUESDAY The regular monthly meeting ot the Board of Trad* will be held In the Council Chambers on Tuesday, March 18, at 7:45 p.m. It Is urgently requested that every member attend, this being the annual meeting and election of officers. Cumberland Schools Report The Cumberland Tigers Rugby Club havo been successful In arranging a game with one of the Vancouver Native Sons, the net proceeds of which will be donated to the Mine Disaster Fund. Arrangements have been made to play at Brockton Point, Snturday, March 17. The "Charmer" Ib being held over on Friday, March 16 till 5 p.m., which will permit the team to get their day's work in before leaving. This arrangement will make an excellent chance for an excursion. The "Charmer" will leave Union Bay at 5 p.m. Friday, returning leaving Van-1 couver at midnight of Saturday. Word has just been received from the C.P.R. officials taht the team and any party from here will get the special reduced fare of $5.45, Vancouver and return. Several of the Native Sons of Canada, which is a live organization at Courtenay, have stated they are very anxious to make the trip since It is the Native Sons team of Vancouver, the Tigers are playing. SPECIAL MATINEE FOR SATURDAY MORNING The management of the Ilo-llo Theatre are making a special showing Saturday morning at 10:30 o'clock ot their famous feature aim "The Silent Call." CUMBERLAND HIGH SCHOOL The following is the standing in order of merit of the pupils of the Cumberland High School as the result of the recent mid-term examinations: Senior Matriculation—Jack Four- acre and Hector Stewart (not ranked). Junior Matriculation — Beatrice Bickle, Douglas Sutherland, Abby Colman, Douglas Partridge, Harold Thomas, Etta Hood, Edith Hood, Harry Webb. Junior Orade—Margaret MacNaughton, Mildred Calnan, William Jones, Florence Jones, Edward Hughes, Howard Carey, Constance Bird, Fanny Strachan, Clifford Horwood, Malcolm Stewart, Keith MacLean. Preliminary Grade—Toshlo Kajlyama, Margaret Bunbury, Evelyn Baldwin, Edward Bickle, Tom Abe, Mary Enrlci, Sadie Brown, Lilly Mussatto, ChrlBsle Sutherland, Nellie Potter, Catherine MacNlven, Gwenneth Emily, Nora Glen, Charlotte DalloB, Henry Watson. CUMBERLAND PUBLIC SCHOOL Attendance reports and honor rolls for the month ending February 28. 1923. Division IV. gets the Strathconn Attendance Shield with an attendance of 96.1 per ceut. Number on roll, 493. Per cent attendance for month, 89.9; 192 pupils made perfect attendance for the month; lates, 26. ALB. H. WEBB, Supervising Principal. DIV. I.—Entrance Class. Teacher, George E. Apps. Number on roll, lates, nil. "Never absent, never late." Jessie Baird, Alexander Bevls, Wm. Brown, Ellen Burns, Alexander Clark, Elizabeth Cunliffe, Marjorie Grant, Beth Horbury, Mabel Jones, Olive Jones, Arnold MacDonald, Ernest MacDonald. Leslie Merrilleld, Edltb O'Brien, Olga Owen, iVera Picketti, Olive Richardson, John Strachan, Wll- bert HudBon, George Brown, Prlseilla Cloutler, Toshlko Twasa. Honor Roll—Margaret Robinson, Elizabeth Horbury, Leslie Merrilleld, Lome Campbell, Orestl Frelonl, John Strkchan (rose 11 places); Olive Richardson (rose seven places). DIV. II.—Teacher, Marian H. Pearso. Number on roll, 39; percentage of attendance, 92.96; lates, nil. Pupils making perfect attendance- Maud Balrd, Lilian Banks, William Bennie, Evelyn Carey, Mary Conn, Margaret Halliday, Sueuml Nagal, Edna Smith, Charles Bobba, Isao Abe, Jack Bird, Jessie Grant, John Lochner, Willie Massey, Gordon Walker. Honor Roll, Seniors—Charlie Bobba, Mary Conn, May Hughes, Walter Hughes. Juniors—Jessie Grant, Norman Gomm, Mary Gozzano. DIV. III.—Senior Grade, first and second term. Teacher, H. E. Murray. Percentage of attendance. 92.8; lates, nil. Perfect Attendance, A Class—Elizabeth Bates, Sam Davis, Fred Leversedge, George McLellan, Ruth Oyama, BUSINESS OF COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY NIGHT Among the communications read at the Council meeting on Monday evening was one from the Public Works Engineer of Courtenay asking for the amount of money spent on Fourth Street and Dunsmuir Avenue, the main highway. It appears that tbe engineer has made several requests for this information during 1922 without any results. As the Government pays forty per cent, of the upkeep ot this highway, and It is essential that he should receive this amount at once, which we understand ls about $3,000. Tbe City Clerk was instructed to attend to this matter at once. The Fire Warden presented plans for the remodelling of the Fire Hall and removal of the bell tower at an estimated cost of $1,500. The Fire Wardens were asked to present the specifications at the next regular meeting. The by-law to borrow $4,000 for general purposes and the general and school rate by-law were given a first, second and third reading und will be reconsidered and finally passed at the next regular meeting. The rate of taxation for 1923 will be 33 mills, composed of general rate of 20 mills and school rate of 13 mills. A reduction ot six mills. The Chief of Police handed in his usual monthly report. His recommendations were adopted and will be carried into effect In the near future. Chairman Maxwell, of the Finance Committee, presented his estimated receipts tor the year 1923 at $15,975, and expenditure at $14,900. CALIFORNIA SPIRIT WORTHY OF EMULATION "Fifteen Thousand Dollars ln Fifteen Minutes." This Ib the heading on a small town California newspaper recently received in Courtenay. Below this heading le written the story of how this money had been subscribed to assure the location of a new industry ln the town. There were, of course, those who said It could not be done, but there were also those who said It waB possible. Courage, optimism and faith ln the future of the town were the contributing factors In the success of the call for funds. This Industry, a atove factory, Is the third that the Chamber of Commerce of the southern town has been Instrumental in Inducing to settle ln their community. They have reached out after the practical, something that will bring an enlarged payroll and greater prosperity to them. Sentiment regarding the social side of life has for the moment been forgotten—what haB been kept In the foreground is the fact that it Is a payroll that makes tor stable development. Give a-town a payroll and, with the growth of population, other things must follow. It is more of the spirit displayed by the Callfornlans tbat many of our northern towns need; It Is not necessary to go far afield to secure a practical demonstration of this. DIAMONDS! WHAT? A report reached The Islander this week that a man named Oakley had made a discovery of some diamonds adjacent to the main road between Cumberland and Royston. Not having seen the diamonds we're from Missouri, and are candid enough to state that we hope the gentleman was right, but we doubt It. PROPOSAL TO SURFACE ISLAND HIGHWAY COURTENAY. — A movement Is under way by property owners along the Island Highway within the city limits, or Union Bay Road as It Is familiarly known, to have that, thoroughfare hard surfaced. It is estimated that the cost would be about twenty-five thousand dollars for the mile distance from the Intersection of Union Street and the Bay Road to the city limits. A meeting was held on Friday evening last when the proposal was discussed and Ib now being further considered before definite action Is taken. The paving of this portion of the road will certainly create a favorable Impression among motorists from outside points and will lend an attractive appearance to the southern entrance to the town. As far as can be Been at present there are few obstacles In the way of the Improvement being undertaken. (Continued on Page Three) Court Cumberland No. tf»l, A. 0. F, Lady Foresters will hold a sale of work on Wednesday, April 25, 1923 Particulars later. A21 SPLENDID PRIZE LIST FOR FIREMAN'S MASQUERADE BALL Firemen Collect Large Amount For Their Ball on March ID-Business at Tuesday's Meeting. At a meeting of the Volunteer Fire Brigade held last Tuesday evening the committees brought In their reports ot progress made in connection with funds procured for the masquerado ball which will be held March 16. Other business of importance was discussed. The question of insurance of the firemen came before the meeting for some Interesting discussion. The firemen are seeking a blanket Insurance covering the members of the brigade. As It stands at the present time, Insurance companies will not pay the usual amount of insurance to firemen who are continually endangering their lives ln the fighting ot fires. The brigade are taking steps to have this amended. Plans for improvement to tbe Fire Hall were presented at the meeting, and were approved by those present. About $1,600 will be spent on Improvements for the building. The annual masquerade ball of this year promises to excel any of the previous years, Judging by the spirit of enthusiasm being displayed by all those taking part in Its promotion. Over $200 ln prizes will be given away. The prize for the best dressed lady will be $20; best dressed gentleman, $15, while the remaining prizes are correspondingly high, Including $10 for the prize waltz, and over $30 in tombola prizes for the spectators. A wonderful time for all who attend Is assured. The Donations The committees brought In their list of donations collected. J. Dallos and Charles Orant collecting In the city, handed In the following list: Cumberland Tailor, $2; Bank of Commerce, $2.50; L. R. Stevens, goods to value of $3; S. Davis, $1; Jas. Brown, cigars, $6; R. L. Splttall, $1; V. Marinelll, $2; Wm. Douglas. $2; J. Sutherland, goods to value of $10; Burns & Brown, cigars, $5; T. Rickson, $2; Union Tailor, $1; A. Evans, $1; Cavin's Shoe Store, goods to value of $3.50; Jas. Haworth, $2.50; A. McKlnnon, goods to value of $5; Wm. Merrilleld, $5; Marocchi Bros., $6; T. Nakanashl, goods to value of $7; Waverley Hotel, $2; Shorty's Poolroom. $2; Cumberland Electric Lighting Co., $10; Cumberland Union Water Works, $10; Wm. Gordon, ladles' shoes, $5; Campbell Bros., ladles' sweater coat, $10; Wm. Henderson, cigars, $3; Mrs. Francbeslnl, $1; W. H .Symons, ham. $5; C. H. Tarbell & Son, goods to value of $5; F. Scavarda, $1; V. Ban- ora. «2; Royal Candy Co., $5; R. C. Lang, box of chocolates, $5; Mumford & Walton, goods to value of $5; T. D. McLean, goods to value of $10; Halllday's Bakery, $3; Edward W. Bickle, $5; C. Mussatto, $2; F. Partridge, goodB to value of $5; F. McCarthy, $2.50; Dr. R. P. Christie, $2; T. Nak- oanagi, $2; Canadian Collieries (D) Limited, $20. Donations From Outside The collectors outside the city, Messrs. C. Parnham, F. Slaughter, A. Nunns and P. Scavardo turned ln donations to the amount of $105.25. HON. SLOAN AFTER LARGER TAX ON FUEL OIL For the avowed purpose of protecting the coal mining Industry of British Columbia, Hon. William Sloan, Minister of Mines, has announced hla Intention to work for the imposition of a larger tax on fuel oil used In this province. Recently he stated that the use of oil meant the displacement of 1,000,000 tons of British Columbia coal and the loss of $100,000 annually to the exchequer In revenue. Following requests made several years ago, the Federal Government Imposed a small tax, but this, Hon. Mr. Sloan claims has not been large enough to be effective, although It has netted Ottawa a large Income. Now he proposes a provincial tax to be levied on consumption, the legal department having given the opinion that such a course Is within the rights of the Government. SHAMROCK TEA TO BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY The Ladles' Aid of St. George's Presbyterian Church will hold a Shamrock Tea on Wednesday, March 14 ln the basement of the church from 3 till 6 o'clock. There will be a home cooking stall and also a plain sewing stall. Tea will be served during the afternoon. The Ladles' Aid are expecting a large attendance. TWO THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923. CUMBERLAND ISLANDER Published every Saturday morning at Cumberland, B. C. EDWARD W. BICKLE SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923. HABITS You (lo not have habits—habits have you. Last night you went to a show. Tonight you are supposed to settle down and do some work. But back comes the thought ot the enjoyment you bad last night, and tonight It's hard to go to work. It Is the disposition of the human animal to want to do tonight, at a given hour, the thing it did lust night at the same hour. Humans possess what we call a predilection or the proclivity to repeat a performance at a given hour. The alarm sounds each day or each night at a certain time Watch yourself and you will see that this is true. Take a little nop ou Sunday afternoon, and on Monday afternoon, at the same hour, you will want to go to sleep. It ls the natural bent of nature to repeat every twenty-four hours. Habit ls an inbred, ingrained, inborn Idea. We arc tinctured with regularity. When night comes, back comes the spell to play—and even big men have to battle with this spell. But remember this: All big men who have made the world sit up and take notice have employed their evenings and spent their nights with work. The little man feels that he has done his work in eight hours, and then insists on having his fling. Progress ls tho answer to plugging away all day, and then planning and working at night. No man ever made a distinguished success on union scale hours. We drink from the small stream as It starts from the mountain side, and if we follow the course of this stream far enough, we can drown ourselves in the same stream. Habits begin with a bubble and end with the roaring billows. Habits have us from the first sip. And this is perfectly natural, perfectly normal. Most people prefer pleasure to hard work, but they forget that without work, habits hold a bitter cup. The man that does not devote at least two or three evenings to Improve himself is on the slide that leads to tbe armchair restaurant, and the park bench bed. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL BORN—To Mr. and Mrs. John Sutherland, at the Cumberland General Hospital on March 1, a daughter. * * * IlOjtX—To Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel Veltch, of Cumberland, formerly of Courtenay, on Monday, March 5, nt the Vancouver General Hospital, a (laughter. * * * Brown—Turnbull A pretty wedding took place at the borne of Mr. George Turnbull, Courtenay Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock, when a very popular young couple, Mr. Harry Drown and Miss Sarah Turn- bull, were united In marriage by Rev. Geo. Kinney, of Cumberland, Miss Annie Turnbull was bridesmaid and .Mr. Alfred Smith, best man. The bride looked beautiful In white Batln with silver lace panels and wore a huge bouquet ot pink and white carnations. There were many guests and a splendid display of wedding presents. The young couple are spending their honeymoon in Vancouver and Victoria. * * * Successful Whlst Drive and Dance St. John's Ambulance Association held n very successful whlBt drive and (lance ill the G. W. V. A. Hall last Saturday evening. A large number at- lended. "'list commenced at 8 o'clock, refreshment:, being served after the cards, Dancing continued until midnight, tho music being supplied by Mrs. w. Hudson and Mr. Robertson. * • . Ornco Methodist lllrtduj Party What was called a "Church Ulrth- duy Party" was held In the choir room ot Grace Methodist Church last Friday afternoon for the members of the Hunday School nnd junior congregation. Miniature money bags were supplied, In which each member placed as many pennies as he or she were years old. Refreshments were served during the afternoon and a jolly time spent by all. The pennies received amounted to over $10. * . 9 Ladies' Auxiliary Dance Last Friday The Ladies' Auxiliary of the 0. W. V, A. held another of their popular fortnightly whlst drives and dances last Friday evening. The prize win- tiers at whlst were: Mrs. Charles Graham, first; Mrs. P. Myers; Mr. J. Stevenson, first; Mr. J. Walker, of Uevan, consolation. A large number attended the dance which, as usual, was two hours of real enjoyment a a a Rev. Trafton Holding Special Services Rev. Miles S. Trafton, trom California, who is visiting with his old college chum and former associate, Rev. Kinney, is an experienced and successful revivalist, and during the next few days ot his short visit here will conduct a series of special services In the Grace Methodist Church, commencing with tonight (Friday) and continuing over Sunday. All Christians are cordially Invited to attend these services and especially those who have hunger of heart tor spiritual food. a a a Presentation to Miss Bellhouse The Cumberland General Hospital was the scene ot a jolly gathering last Wednesday evening when a number of friends held a surprise party In honor of Miss W. Bellhouse, a member of the nursing staff, who left for Vancouver Thursday morning. Miss Bellhouse has made a host of friends here since Joining the Hospital staff and to show their appreciation she was made the recipient of a beautiful French ivory manicure set, Miss Brown, Matron of the Hospital making the presentation ln a few well chosen words to which Miss Bellhouse feelingly replied, thanking them tor their klndnesB. A very pleasant evening was enjoyed by all. . t . Mr. G. McLean, of Bevan has purchased the house owned by Mr. Richard Coe, Sr. POLICE DOG STARS IN "THE SILENT CALL' BALL PLAYERS! STEP UP There will be a meeting of the Cumberland Intermediate Baseball Club tonight (Friday) at 7:30 o'clock in the Athletic Club. Everyone Interested in the club are requested to attend. SALE OF WORK A sale of work will be held in the schoolroom of the Grace Methodist Church on March 28. There will be plain sewing, home cooking and candy stalls, also a fish pond. Tea will be served from 3 till 6 in the afternoon. GAME WITH LADYSMITH SATURDAY AFTERNOON Saturday afternoon at Nanaimo the Cumberland United meet Ladysmith ln the B-K Cup semi-finals. The boys will have to travel all the way in this critical game to reach the finals. The team will be selected from the following players: Wilson, Gough, Stewart, Campbell, Jackson, Conti, Mortimer, Bannerman, Plump, Hitchens and Home. The Ilo-llo Theatre promises an un- UBtial treat tor followers of the silent drama ln its offering, "The Silent Call," the H. O. Davis presentation of the Laurence Trimble-Jane Murfin production, which is being distributed through Associated First National Pictures, Inc., and which will be shown at the theatre on Friday and Saturday. Three factors stand out prominently to give this picture its unusual appeal. One ls the beautiful outdoor scenery, all the scenes having been take nin the High Sierras of Northern California. Another is the story, unique tor its quick action and rapid succession of climaxes. It was filmed from Hal. G. Evarts' "The Cross Pull," which ran ln The Saturday Evening Post. The Btory has Its locale ln the far West, and centres around the rivalry of two men for leadership in their settlement and favor at the hands of the girl both covet. The third feature is the Introduction of Strongheart, a Belgian police dog, as a star on the American screen. This canine, who was brought to the country by Miss Murfin for the special purpose of playing in "The Silent Call" is said to display remarkable acting ability and Intelligence. He ls said to be the first dog to hold a starring part on the American screen and his eminence ln this respect is said to have been due entirely to his capability in measuring up to the role. For this production which Laurence Trimble directed and tor which Miss Murfin made the adaptation, a notable cast has been collected. The names include: John Bowers, Kathryn Mc- Guire, William J. Dyer, James Mason, Nelson McDowell, E. J. Brady and Robert Bolder. "Pirates of the Deep," and a Sunshine comedy will also be screened. Ladies' Aid of St. George's Presbyterian Church will hold a SHAMROCK TEA WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14 From 3 to 6 In the Basement of the Church There will be a Home Cooking Stall, and Plain Sewing Stall. Afternoon Tea will be served. SPECIAL SHOWING This Week ANDERSON'S ZEPHYR DRESS GINGHAMS AT POPULAR PRICES SPECIAL SALE OF ODD LINES OF LADIES' MISSES' AND CHILDREN'S SHOES AT SPECIAL BARGAIN PRICES Special Sale of Odd Lines of Geo. A. Slater Invictus Shoes, Men's Oxfords in black and tans. Values to $9.00. Sale Price Men's Velour Calf in Black and Brown; values.to $12.00. Sale Price $2.75 $4.75 n: GROCERY DEPARTMENT Royal Standard Flour, 49 lb. sacks $1.95 Pure Lard, 3 lb. tins 70c 5 lb. tins $1.10 10 lb. tins $2.00 Seeded Raisins, Sunmaid, 5 pkts. $1.00 Christie's Biscuits, cartons, assorted, each 25c Crabapple Jelly, 4 lb. tin3 $1.00 Assorted Jams, 1 lb. jars, 3 for ....$1.00 Assorted Canned Fruit, Cherries, Plums, Crabapples, Prunes, 3 for $1.00 Canned Vegetables, Peas, Corn, and Tomatoes, 5 for 95c Brown Vinegar, per bottle 20c H. P. Sauce, per bottle 35c Brunswick Sardines, 3 tins for 25c Campbell's Soups, per tin 15c TIGERS, TAKE NOTICE The members of the Cumberland Tigers Rugby Club will meet tonight (Friday) tn the Athletic Club at 6:30 o'clock. There is Important business and all members are expected to attend. "IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE 1" A classified advertisement of a gold presentation watch, lost by Mr. H. E Kennedy appeared ln last Saturday's Issue of The Islander. Saturday noon the watch was restored to the rightful owner. For results advertise ln The Islander. Why Do You Do It? Why do you get your tubes mended with a cold patch or a shaler, when for exactly the same price you can get them properly vulcanized, welded right into the tube till it becomes one with the tube? AT BOOL and WILSON TIRE HEADQUARTERS Vulcanizing, Gas, Oils, Tires and Accessories COURTENAY NANAIMO Toronto, Ont.—The proposal to spend $500,000 on an athletic stadium was defeated by 5,247 votes at the recent election, AFTER-EATING DISTRESS And all forms ot stomach trouble such as gas, pains, acid, sour, burning stomach are all relieved In two minutes by taking Jo-To. JoTo sold by all drug gists. J. SUTHERLAND —Agent for— PANTORIUM DYE WORKS VICTORIA, B. C The Largest and Most Up-to-date Dry Cleaning and Dyeing Establishment on Vancouver Island. We Clean or Dye all kinds of Ladles' and Gents' Wearing Apparel, Household Furnishings, etc. Drop in and see Mr. Sutherland, our Agent ln Cumberland, who will advise you on aray work you wish to have done. Our WIU Work and Service Please Ton it it PANTORIUM DYE WORKS VICTORIA, B. C i Plume INS Aylmer, Ont.—A complete revision of the assessment roll is being made, as the assessors had increased values up to 1.000 per cent. For ■ Bilious Headache brew a cup of Celery King- natural herbs and roots—a gentle laxative and purifier. Tones up the liver and stimulates digestion. Hakes you feel bright and vigorous. 80c and 60c, at druggists. Stop that Cough It distresses you and your friends —it is dangerous. A few drops of Shiloh, the 60-year old remedy, brings immediate relief. Shilob stops that irritating tickling in the throat, loosens the phlegm and heals the tissues. Get Shiloh, at your druggists, 30c, 60c and $1.20. r FOR COUGHS SHILOH Cumberland TAILORS SUITS MADE TO ORDER. Pressing • Telephone Cleaning • Repairs 1. ■ P. O. Box II CUMBERLAND, B. C. D. Campbell's Meat Market My endeavor is to please my customers, and that with beat "Service," reasonable prices; and best and freshest quality of goods. Fresh and Cured Meats, Vegetables and Fruits D. CAMPBELL Cumberland, B. C. House For Sale New house, recently built, containing four rooms and pantry. No reasonable offer refused. For further information apply to P. O. BOX 430, ISLANDER T.WHERRY 1BIMANNER Band far_prloa Hat of »arfc—mauatlni Daala, ate. • Pandora Ave., Victoria, B. a t Theed Pearse BARRISTER & SOLICITOR NOTARY PUBLIC Union Bay Road COURTENAY, B. C. BREAD! Do you eat it for lunch with fresh fruit and milk? Or do you e •; other less nourishing foods ? The way you feel is a matter of the kind of food you eat. Natural foods are the best. Bread is nourishing. Bread with milk and fruit is delicious. Eat right and feel right. Bread is your Best Food—Eat more of it. HALLWAY'S BREAD —is the Bread that Builds THE NEW HOME BAKERY New Car Service Car for Hire Day or Night TAX NOTICE Phone 24 or 100 Cumberland Hotel Ask for Charlie Dalton DR. R. P. CHRISTIE Dentist Office and Residence: Willard Block. - 'Phone 116. Notice is hereby given in accordance with the Statutes that all assessed taxes Including School Taxes assessed and levied under the "Taxation Act" and "Public School Act" and amendments, are due and payable on the 15th day ot February, 1923. All taxes due and collectable tor the Comox Assessment District are due and payable at the Government Office, Cumberland, B. C. This notice iu terms of law is equivalent to a personal demand by me on all persons liable for taxes. Dated at Cumberland, B. C, this 20th day of February, 192S. WM. W. MOORE. Collector, Comox Assessment District. CITY MEAT MARKET For Beit Quality BEEF, VEAL, MUTTON AND PORK Freeh and Cured Fiih HOTELS AND CAMPS SPECIALLY CATERED TO Our Motto: "QUALITY AND SERVICE" W. P. 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A. and Pnnignn llirrclt's General Repairing a Specialty Tires and Accessories Opp. Corflelds, Courtenay JOS. DAMONTE GENERAL DELIVERY Coal, Wood nnd Goods of Any Kind Delivered to All Parts of District. ASHES REMOVED MODERATE CHARGES TELEPHONE CO TELEPHONE er Leave Orders at Vendome Hotel. CUMBERLAND HOTEL YVM.MKK rtlFlELD, Proprietor, GOOD ACCOMMODATION EXCELLENT CUISINE Dunsmuir Ave. Cumberland. B. C Wood for Sale $6.00 DOUBLE LOAD FOR Any Length Requiied W. C. WHITE & SON Happy Valley Phone 92R Marocchi Bros. Grocers and Bakers PHONE 11 CUMBERLAND Cumberland Schools Report (Continued from Page One) Jean Peters, George Rnga, Wm. Stant. B Class—Peter Bardessono, Annie Beveridge, Ella Conn, Edna Cawdell. Joe Ducca, Jack Horbury, Tatsumi Iwasa, Reno Peretto, Emma Picketti, Josie Pirozlnni, John Sweeney, Chas. Tobaco, Toshio Yamamura, Isabel Yarrow. Honor Roll, A Class—Sam Davis, Marguerite Struthers, Ruth Oyama. D Class—Kathleen Cooke, Josie Pirozlnni, Tatsumi Iwasa. DIV. IV.—Teacher M, E. Beckwith. Fourth term intermediate. Number on roll, 31; percentage ol' attendance, 96.12; lates, 1, Pupils making perfect attendance— Sadaki Asao, Tsuneto Asao. Lena Bogo, Mary Clark, Eleanor Davis, Barbara Grant, Nobuo Hnyashi, James Home, Lily Leversedge, Charles Mac- Donuld, Dick Marpole, Yaye Nugai, Sarah Oyama, Sakayo Suglmorl, Fusayo Sugimorl, Shlgeo Kawaguckl, Wilfred Colling. Honor Roll and Percentage—Yaye Nilgai, 73; Mali Shun, 72.7; Fusayo Sugimorl, 72.5; Agnes Bruce," 72; Norma Parnham, 71; Sadakl Asao, 69. DIV. V.—Junior Fourth reader lnter- medlate, Teacher, Marjorie Mordy. Number on roll, 40; percentage of attendance, 08.7; lates 4. Pupils making perfect attendance- Bert McLellan, Aiko Yoshikum, Robt. Colling, Tom ombs, Edna Davis, Charlotte Davis, Tadoa Doi, Mary Hunt, Kishlo Kaga, Alex. MacDonald, Peter Mossey, Margaret Salmopi. Doris Waterfield. Honor Roll—Norman Frelone, Kishlo Kaga, Josephine Welsh, Bessie Marshall, Fred Cawdell, Jean Braes. DIV. VI.—Intermediate second term. Teacher, M. C. Bannerman. Number on roll, 29; percentage of attendance, S0.59; lates, nil. Pupils making perfect attendance- Robert Conn, Reta Devoy, Wong Hong, Harriet Horbury, Yoshlo Kawaguelii, Tasku Oyama, Hitoshl Sugimori, Min- oru Tahara. Honor Roll—Reta Devoy. Sadako Iwasa, Chiyeko Kajlyama, Beatrice Cavallero, Jean Brown, Barbara West- field, Harriet Horbury. DIV. VII—Teacher, A. J. Colman. Number on roll, 44; percentage ot attendance, 91.6; lates, 3. Pupils making perfect attendance- Mildred Lockner, Delina Peretto, Matsuyo Abe, Kitty Prior, George Bird, Willie Shearer, Hugh Braes, George Strachan, John Comb, Willie Sweeney, Dorothy Gordon, Tommy Tobaeo, Kymeyo Kaga, Harry Westfleld, Willie Mcintosh, Violet Williams, Toklo Mak- ano, Bessie Nicholas. Honor Roll—Hugh Braes, Douglas Balrd, Violet Williams, Dorothy Gordon, Nellie Walker, Mildred Lockner. DIV. VIII.—Junior grade, senior third reader. Teacher, Edith Horbury. Number on roll, 43; percentage of attendance, 84.6; lates, 5. "IT PAYS TO DEAL AT LANG'S" SATURDAY DRUG SPECIALS 25c Aspirin Tablets 16c 25c Beecham's Pills 20c 60c Syrup Tar and Cod Liver Oil 45c 35c Syrup of Figs 25c 60c Asprolax (for coughs and colds) 5l)c $1.75 Wilson's Invalid Port Wine $1.50 50c Emulsified Cocounut Oil 85c 50c Tebeco Tooth Paste s 4(lc 50c Royal Vlnolla Shaving Cream 40c 25c Talcum Powders (Assorted odors) 15c CANDY SPECIAL Neilson's Assorted Hard Chocolates, per lb 55c Neilson's Toffee (wrapped), per lb 60c Brazil Creams, per lb 05c Mintces, Wiliitees, Cintees, Clovees, 8 for 25c Lang's Drug Store "IT PAYS TO DEAL AT LANG'S" Send Us Your Mail Orders. ELECTRIFY We arc headquarters for radio. Call and inspect our complete stock of sets and parts, loud speaker, etc. We have just received a shipment of Inverted Bowls and Shades in crystal, linen and parchment. White Cap Electric Washers sold on easy terms. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS AND DEALERS THE PIKET ELECTRIC Phone 164 Courtenay Pupils making perfect attendance— John Burgheimer, Catherine Brown, Jacky Coe, Robert Cnssar, May Beveridge, Irene Davis. Cyril Davis. Alden Francescini, Donald Hannay, Cazuko Iwasa. Takeru Kawagauchl, Eunice MacKinnon, llisago Nakano, Muriel Partridge, Jack Pattlnson, Dan Stant, Hatsu Matsukura, Norio Herose. Honor Roll—Nina Shields. Hlsako Nakano, .Muriel Partridge, Cyril Davis, Catherine Drown, Takeru Kawagauchl. DIV. IX. — Junior third reader. Teacher. I. McFadyen. Number on roll, 37; percentage of attendance, 89.57; lates, 2. Pupils mkiang perfect attendance— Ellen Morrison, Bernlce Stant. Mam- nra Tahara. William Graham, Alfred Jones, Jennie Laurence, Robert Marshall, Massao Naghl. Irene Oyama. Masalu SorOj Bennie Nicholas. Honor Roll—Doris Drew, Jennie Laurence, Helen Morrison. Tommy Conrad, Berutce Stunt, Mary Mnc- .Millilll. DIV. X. Senior second reader. Teacher, II. I. Harrison. Number on roll. 39; percentage of attendance, 85,64; lutes, 5. Pupils making perfect attendance— CheyakO Suglmorl, John Earl Iianner- nian. May Oraham, Mesakl Kuga, Jackie Marpole, Agnes MacKinnon, Honor Roll—Chow Hoe, Joe Town, Muriel Thompson, Cheyako Sugimorl, Thora Keeler, David Marshall, John Earl Bannerman, DIV. XI.—Junior second reader. Number on roll, 36; percentage of attendance, 93.88; lates. nil. Pupils making perfect attendance- Richard Bates, Takeshi lyein, Willie Tobaco, Harry Waterfield, Willie Cloutier, Charlie Gomm, David Hunden, Willie Logan, lnsugno Matsukura, Jackie Morrison, Lome Murdock, Takashi Okaki, Kate Oyama, Henry Salmon, Heromitsu Saito, Echlro Shu, Alex. Sommerville. Edith Taylor, Thelma Waterfield, Margaret West- field, Ahera Herosi, Willie Home. Honor Roll—Harold Hughes, Takashi Okagi, Heromitsu Saito, Alex. Sommervllle, David Hunden, Preston Bruco. DIV. XII.—Primary grade, senior first reader. Teacher, J. E. Robertson. Number on roll, 36; percentage of attendance, 89.44; lates, 1. Pupils making perfect attendance— Gordon Anderson, Leland Bannerman, Peter Bono, Willie Combs, Yulchl Klshimoto, Marguerite Larlgan, Robt. Logan, Mitsuo Obara, Muriel Shortt, Rhoila Walton. Miksuo Hayashl, Man- abei Tyeri. Honor Roll—Peter Bono. John Sanduluk. Rhoda Walton, Madge Bryan, Mitsuo Obara, Josie Wong. DIV. XIII. — Jiinion first reader. Teacher, Eva G. Dradcr. Number on roll, 38; percentage of attendance, 88.7; lates, 2. Pupils making perfect attendance— Haru Kishlmoto, Alex. Mossey, Margaret Marpole, Harry Mordy, Jean Quinn, Jimmy Tremlett. Honor Roll—Alice Brown, Murgaret Marpole, Jean Quinn, Ngan Cheung. Harry Mordy, Freddie Martin. iff EFFORT TO BRING IN NEW MANUFACTURERS Special efforts arc being made by Hon. John Hart. Minister of Finance nnd Industry, to induce manufacturers to locate in British Columbia. This department hns prepared a list of Industrial opportunities, particularly appealing to capital and the finest chances exist in nearly every branch of industry. Lumbering, mining, fishing and agriculture are all promising fields for new concerns, and accurate Information is being furnished to large numbers of prospective operators and seniors. RHEUMATISM BANISHED BY OIllItOPBACTlC Sec Me ill Clarke's Residence, .Nciir I'nlon Hull, Any Buy Between 4 anil 5 p.m. K. (). IIACKEDA1, Chiropractor. Wm. Douglas FOR Hay, Grain and Poultry Supplies ALL KINDS OF FERTILIZERS Leave Orders at Tommy's Hardware Store i'OUR THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, MARCH 10. 1923. Coal Mines Of B.C. Would Benefit By Suggested Duty On Fuel Oil Used In Province Minister of Mines Gives Statistics and Reasons For the Decrease of the Coal Mining Industry of British Columbia—Federal Government Tax of One-Half Cent a Gallon Nets Dominion Over Half a Million Dollars From British Columbia Alone, But This Province Gets Nothing But Unemployment in the Coal Areas in Return—Possibility of a Levy on Consumption of Oil Being Considered. At a recent Liberal rally held al Nanaimo, Hon. William Sloan, Minister of Mines spoke at considerable length on the fuel oil situation as It affects the coal mining Industry of British Columbia, emphasizing the critical condition that the latter Industry bus come to, due In no small part to the negligence of the Federal Government in maintaining such an absurdly low tax on imported fuel oil with the result that the coal mining industry of British Columbia has now depredated to such an extent that It has almost reached the Btage where the product mined ia the lowest, Instead of being practically the leading industry of the province. In his opening remarks Mr. Sloan stated it was his intention to visit Ottawa ln the near future on matters connected with the settlers' rights question. After dealing at length with this question, which Is a most vital one to many of the residents of Vancouver Island, Mr. Sloan continued as follows: Tonight it Is my intention to discuss the economic side of the Industry in which we are all interested, to refer to matters having to do with the business of coal mining from a commercial point of view. British Columbia has made remarkable strides In point of population during the past ten years. This naturally has applied, too, to business and all related Industry and forms of activity. The lumber, fishery and associated industries, have progressed. There, however, is one notable exception to the rule and the exception Ib found in coal mining. This statement may be thought to be remarkable and by some, perhaps, It will bo doubted for the moment, but I propose show ing it to be correct. In metalliferous mining we have gone ahead by leaps and bounds in the course of the last twenty years. To convince you, it ls only necessary to submit figures dealing with the output ot zinc, lead and copper over this period. These will show that the ad' vance has been commensurate with the growth in population. The figures follow: Year Metal Production 1910 Zinc 4,184,000 lbs. 1922 Zinc 59,000,000 lbs. 1910 Lead 3,400,000 lbs. 1922 Lead 48,000,000 lbs. 1900 Copper 10,000,000 lbB. 1910 Copper 38,000,000 lbs. 1920 Copper 45,000,000 lbs. During the war, owing to intensified demand, the production ot copper went as high as C5.000.000 lbs. A glance at. the Ilgures with reference to coal discloses a much different story. Going back to the year 18S0 it is found that the output was 250,000 tons lor British Columbia. In the following ten year period the progress was satisfactory, the production for 1890 being 078,000 tons. The same may be said of the ensuing ten years, tlio 1900 production reaching 1,435,000 tons, or more than doubling Itself. Tho peak was reached In 1910, the end ol the next decade, when the total production for the province was 2,800,067 tons, or again almost double the previous ten yeur figure. In 1920 we find thai it had dropped to 2,595,125 tons; that there was a further decline In 1921 tn 8,488,005 tons, while that for tho Inst year, 1922, stands at about the same figure, namely, 2,559,414 Inns. I quote these statistics to show that we have not been making the headway In the coal mining Industry that would bo expected, that the Btcady progress thot would come naturally to a basic industry such as this with an Increase in population and In general prosperity has been lacking and that therefore there Is something wrong, and that we, who arc so much Interested, should bestir ourselves in the determination to locate the Beat of the trouble, and having found It to apply nn effective cure In the shortest possible time. In 1910, as I have Indicated, coal production reached its highest point and it Is significant that shortly after this time tho Importation of fuel oil began to assume considerable proportions Into this province. In the month of February, 1915, I took occasion ln addressing the peoplo of Nanaimo to point out the seriousness of the situa tion suggesting that Sir Thos. White, then the Minister of Finance for the Dominion, who was looking for new sources ot revenue, to finance the war, might well consider the Imposition ot a tax on the fuel oil that was coming Into British Columbia and entering Into alarming competition with the coal produced In the province. The matter later on was taken up by the Board of Trade ot Nanaimo, and an energetic campaign was waged to obtain the end referred to. The Federal member for Nanaimo In tbe House of Commons took up the cry and when the budget speech was presented It was found that a tax of one-half cent a gallon had been placed on fuel oil Imported Into Canada. On February 16, 1916, the tax became effective. I would point out here that the coal output ln the year 1915 ln British Columbia was only 1,611,129 tons, a very serious drop as against the 2,800, 067 tons of five years before. The duty ot one-half a cent on fuel oil, I maintain, has never been effective. While the price of such oil In the province has fluctuated it never attained the point that permitted coal to enter Into competition with it on anything like even terms until 1920- 21, which period marked a greater advance in local quotations than any ot which we hare record. Now, once again, owing to the opening up of new wells and the comparative slackness of foreign markets outside the continent of America, It is back at about $1.25 a barrel. Estimating 4 barrels as being the equal ot a ton of coal, this means five dollars a ton of coal. When we place this figure against the quotations on coal at world market bunkering centres, the seriousness of the matter strikes home. At New York on November 4, 1922, coal was quoted at (7.90 and (8.16 a ton; at Philadelphia at (7.66 and 18.15; at Hampton Roads at 17.15; at Carrlff. Wales, at 29s or (6.44 and 29s or (6.67; at Newcastle, Eng., at 27s or (6.21. The present prices at Vancouver Island porta are (6.50 to (6.70. Coal Displaced I may say further that the amount of fuel oil imported to this province means the displacing of some 90,000 tons of coal a month on our markets. This Ib almost 75 per cent, of the present monthly production of the Vancouver Island collieries. In other words, if there were no fuel oil, tho coal mines of this province would be called upon to produce over a million tons of coal more than at present per annum. It needs no stretch of imagination to realize the results. There would be no slack times, the mines would be operating at capacity throughout the year, the coal fields would be developed on a larger scale than at present, employment would be increased, the pay rolls would be larger, the currency circulated ln our mining centres would be increased, prosperity would grow, not only In the colliery districts but would radiate throughout every line of industrial endeavor having an effect in every community and ln every section of the province. And what has the one-half a cent a gallon duty accomplished? If It was Intended to protect the Industries with which fuel oil compete It has failed miserably In British Columbia. If It was Intended to materially swell the Federal exchequer It has not registered a very complete success. The Dominion Oovernment haB collected ln British Columbia through this one- half cent duty since Its Imposition ln 1916—over six years—the sum of (2,- 916,000, while In the last year, 1922, the income trom this source was (505,- 000. It may be said that this Ib not a mean sum. Considered alone, perhaps not. When placed alongside the revenue requirements of the Dominion and the possibilities of the duty It applied to really protect our coal mining Industry Its Insignificance becomes clear. A material Increase In this duty—that to my mind is the solution, that Is the cure of the disease with which the coal mining Industry of our island Is afflicted. While Vancouver Island is affected, the coal mines of the Crows Nest Pass also are suffering, partly from fuel oil competition and partly from other troubles. The chief market of that field was the Great Northern Railway, in Montana. Oil is now becoming available in the State of Montana and Is being made by the railway and other forme rconsumers of provincial coal at comparatively cheap rates. A Serions Situation There also Is the Fordney Tariff, in force since September 22, 1922, which imposes a 53 cent ton duty on soft coal Imported Into the United States from Canada. The situation is serious. The manager of one of the large operating companies of that section was ln my office a few days ago anil very frankly explained the onerous conditions under which he was working and endeavoring to maintain one ot the largest and most Important of the Industries of the Canadian West. He was of the opinion that unless something was done with respect to the competition being met with by fuel oil, and to offset the effect of tho Fordney Tariff, the prospect was far from bright for coal mining. I trust that I am not saying things that will create too much uneasiness among those Interested In coal mining. I am giving you all the facts, so that the situation will be understood; in order that lis gravity will be appreciated; and in order that I may be able to forcefully bring to your attention the need for action. One fact ot which we may rest assured is that coal will be king long after fuel oil ls off the map. But It is the immediate present with which we have to deal. I mentioned the Fordney Tariff. This Is a retaliatory tariff imposed by the Government of the United States and so drafted that It becomes applied j automatically against those countries | iwhich collect a duty on commodities exported from the United States. Tims we find that because enthraclte coal comes free Into Canada, the same class of coal, If we had It to export, would go Into the States without impost. Let me analyze the situation and we shall find that this is another case of British Columbia being handicapped that others may be assisted. Years ago a 53 cent a ton duty was put on soft coal entering Canada for the protection of the bituminous coal of the province of Nova Scotia. It placated the Interests of that province without displeasing the consumers of Ontario and Quebec because they are users of anthracite for the most part, which is Imported from the State of Pennsylvania. British Columbia is not considered. British Columbia pays the piper. In other words the advent of the Fordney Tariff penalizes the coal mining industry of this province In order that Nova Scotia may- have special treatment. It Is another Instance of British Columbia being I sacrificed on the altar of the bigger | Interests of Eastern Canada. In the early days of coal mining on the CoaBt, British Columbia's chief market was the United States and it would be yet but for that duty of 53 cents a ton. I can well remember the years that the coal of this Island was a household word in California, Oregon and Washington. It is true that ln comparatively recent years competition has sprung up from the mines of Washington and of Utah, but given an even chance, because of the quality of our coal, the product of our collieries will more than hold Its own with that ol the States to the south. Now I don't want the idea to get abroad tbat It is my opinion that coal mining on this Island, or In this province, Ib going to pieces. True It has been retrograding during the past ten years. Equally true It is that this Is the result of conditions over which governments should try and exercise some control. But my purpose ls to make It clear where 1 stand and to bring home, not alone to the people of Nanaimo, but as well to the people of the province, that one of the province's most mlportant Industries, the Industry upon which nil modern industrial progress ls based, has been failing because of lack of support. That support. I am convinced, would be given were It once grasped by the general public that, in using a foreign fuel product, they are pursuing a course which, If continued. Is sure eventually to rc-act and In tho reaction, the prosperity and well being of all classes will be seriously effected. Not II Political Issue As Minister of Mines, and representing the constituency of Nanaimo, these matters have been engaging my attention, I havo never thought of them as political Issues and do not now. While a Liberal, and believing in freer trade, I like to see a little reciprocity. One province, or ono district, or one community should not be expected to bear tho full burden. In the last Dominion election the then Minister of Trade and Commerce, Hon Mr. Stevens, made the statement In j again. When I was Cumberland and Nanaimo that if Lib-! in Ottawa it was i that the Conservatives, although they should have been fully seized of the importance of the matter from our viewpoint, made no move in the promised direction from the year 1916, and only Immediately before a general election were they prepared to give the matter any further consideration. In view of Mr. Stevens' statements, I telegraphed the Hon. Mackenzie King, now Premier, ln the course of the Federal campaign, pointing out the seriousness of the conditions ln thiB province through the unrestricted importation of fuel oil as follows: December 4, 1921. W. L. Mackenzie King,, Liberal eader, Toronto or North York, Ont. (or forward). Re duty fuel oil: This ls a vital issue In the Federal Constituency ot Nanaimo. Hitherto tt has not been recognized as a party question as I first directed attention to tho urgent necessity of a duty on fuel oil ln 1915, and tn 1916 White put on a duty of one-half cent a gallon. This was thej result of representations made that Importation of fuel oil was undermining tiie conl industry of Vancouver Island. This duty proved effective at that time but, owing to industrial depression ln the United Stales and lack of home market, the American fuel oil has dropped in recent months in British Columbia from (3.50 to (2.30 a barrel, making competition so strong that Island coal mines are working only half lime. Conservatives making statements If Liberals returned duty will bo removed which would destroy the industry, consequently much alarmed at situation. Please rush wire stating your views reference this matter. WM. SLOAN, Minister of Mines. I make no apology for wiring the leader of the Liberal party in these terms. The situation here warranted it. I felt then, and do yet, that I was justified. To my telegram came the following reply: Hon. Wm. Sloan, Nanaimo, B. C. Your wire received respecting statements being made by supporters of present government that If Liberals are returned duties will be removed ou fuel oil thus destroying Nanaimo coal Industry. Such statements cannot be too vigorously denied, and you have my most explicit denial. I have repeatedly stated ln present campaign that no legitimate Industry, earning a legitimate profit need have any tear of consequences of a Liberal tariff re vision. Position nnd needs of our own industries as related to competing in dustrles of other countries will be i Ilrst consideration ln any tariff re vision under a Liberal administration. This applies, of course, to possible effects of competing Industries of United States with coal mining operations ou Pacific Coast. Liberal administration will certainly wish to see that bona fide farming operations are safeguarded and promoted by making fuel oil for such operations available at lowest cost. May I add that particularly at a time ot depression such as at present no Btep will be taken by- Liberal Government which in any way might be calculated to further Increase unemployment. Our effort will be to Improve employment situation by every available means. W. L. MACKENZIE KING. This left no doubt as to the attitude of the present Premier of the Dominion, then the lender of his party ln an appeal to the country that was crowned with victory. It has since been noted that this matter has been the subject of much discussion and that this telegram has I been frequently quoted. A newspaper! controversy has beeu waged, the prin-1 clpals of which were the Federal mem-. ber for Comox-Alberni and the Fed-! crnl member for Nanaimo. Mr. Neill, I of Comox-Alberni, has been quoted by j Cumberland papers as expressing! doubt as to the prospect of an In-1 crease being obtained In this duty. The difficulty, It appears, is with the forming clement of the Western provinces, Manitoba, Saskatchewan nud Albertn, where fuel oil Is largely used in connection with farming work, with the result that the farmers naturally arc desirous of obtaining It as cheaply j as possible. That Is to be expected! and, personally, I see no objection to! granting the farmers the consideration to which the Rt. Hon. Mackenzie King refers to ln his telegram to me on this subject. For my part there would be no criticism to the free admission of fuel oil for use by bona fide farmers j in bona fide farming operations. That, however, does not In any way affect the strength of our argument In favor j of an Increased duty on fuel oil lm-| ported for Industrial and Bteamlng! purposes. In considering the farmers j of the prairies It ls the old Btory over Federal member continual scrap they are seeking to fix arbitrary the selling price of their principal product —wheat. In the past ten yeras, as remarked ln discussing redistribution, there has been growth ln population, and Vancouver Island coal mining has not been keeping pace. There are other reasons for this beside those given. We are justified in expecting attention on the part ot our Federal representative. This, however, haa not been given us. The explanation probably Is that we have been represented by men who live outside Nanaimo, and who disassociated from us, have no knowledge of coal mining and no special interest ln the problems, the satisfactory handling ot which Is of first Importance to the community and to the Industry. Japanese Coal Take the question ot the coaling of the vessels of the Canadian Merchant Marine. It came to my attention a few months ago that these ships were coaling In Japan and tn Australia, returning to British Columbia ports with sufficient of this outside fuel to keep them In operation for the complete trans-Pacific trip. I remember when our great coal competitor was Australia and how, when trade waa slack and many vessels were Idle in our ports, some were employed In bringing Australian coal Into our markets in competition with Vancouver Island. Substantially the same situation has arisen now through the medium of government vessels. The Irony of it is that you are being taxed to build and maintain these vessels and then they are used In competition to help put you out of business. I Immediately took the matter up with the Hon. W. C. Kennedy, Minister of Railways and Canals, Ottawa, and the following correspondence will show that my efforts were not unrewarded: March 16, 1922. Hon. W. C. Kennedy, Minister of Railways and Canals. Dear Mr. Minister,—It has come to my attention that vessels of the Canadian Government Merchant Marine Service engaged ln foreign trade out of British Columbia ports are not using coal of this province to meet their requirements to the extent that might be expected. This ls a serious matter from the standpoint of those Identified with the coal mining Indus try, for the reason that general trade at present Ib exceptionally slack. Both the domestic and the bunker business of the collieries of Vancouver Island, for Instance, have fallen oft of late, chiefly because of the very keen competition offered by fuel oil, which now is available ln large quantities and at much cheaper prices than obtained some months ago. You will appreciate the seriousness ot the situation when I tell you that the coal mines o fthe Island at present are working on a halt time basis. I understand that the S.S. Canadian Scottish, recently arrived from Australia with enough Australian coal in her holds to take her back on the return voyage; that the 8.3. Canadian Freighter arrived ln British Columbia with her bunkers and cargo holds filled with Japanese coal; and that the S.S. Prospector Ib taking her bunker coal from the holds of the Canadian Freighter. I am sure that It ts only necessary for me to explain the position ln order to be assured that you will appreciate the viewpoint of those associated with the Industry in this province, and do what Is possible to arrange for the patronage of those engaged ln the production of a high grade quality of steaming coal In this province.. With kind regards, I am, yours faithfully, WM. SLOAN, Minister of Mines. Ottawa, Mar. 28, 1922. Hon. Wm. Sloan. Dear Sir,—With reference to your recent communication re Canadian Government Merchant Marine coal bunkering on the Pacific Coast, I took the matter up directly with Mr, Hanna, President, and now send to you copy of his reply received, which will explain the situation to you. Yours very truly, W. C. KENNEDY, Toronto, March 25, 1822. Dear Mr. Kennedy: Referring to your letter of 22nd and 23rd of March re coal for bunkering on the Pacific Coast. With reference to the letter which you received from Hon. William Sloan, copy ot which you sent me, since November last we have taken about 5,500 tons of coal at Union Bay from the Canadian Collieries Company, and about 3,500 tons at Nanaimo from the Western Fuel Corporation. It is quite true the Canadian Scottish took one thousand tons of coal at Port Kombla, New South Wiales, but this tonnage was taken in the nature (Continued on Page Seren) ft )> The Superior Grocers Where Most People Trade SPECIAL Beach-Eakin's Red Plum Jam 41b Tins 5 0 c. Mumford's Grocery THE SUPERIOR GROCERY T. H. Mumford J. Walton erals were returned to power tho duty j with the prairie representatives who on fuel oil would be removed and If wanted lumber duty free and alBo free Conservatives wero ondorsed he would fruit at the expense of British Colum- see that It was Increased. The fact is bis. Now with powerful organization Long distance telephone service will contact you with any desired city within hundreds of miles. This fact of getting into personal touch with the distant party is worthy of your serious consideration. Your own telephone is a potential hub from which, at will, you may radiate business both incoming and outgoing to numberless distant areas. Call "Rate Clerk" for information desired on charges to distant points. Your telephone entitles you to a courteous, efficient service by carefully trained operators, and it is our pleasure to provide you with the many benefits of this service. British Columbia Telephone Co. BATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923. THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER FIVE DUNLOP TIRES Master Mileage Makers "TMCTIOI." "RIBBED." "CLIPPER" Aid OUR BEST OFFER OF LADIES' AND GENTS' FOOTWEAR AND TAILOR-MADE SUITS For This Week We are offering Boots and Shoes in all styles for Men and Women at a 15 Per Cent. Cut Men's and Women's Suits in best indigo serge and fancy stripe goods, regularly priced from $45.00 to ZZ „ , , $35.00 T0 $44.75 This week only at.. TO Courtenay WINDOW SHADES Are what you will soon require to protect your carpets and curtains from the sun. We have them in 24, 27, 96, 37, 41V^ and 47'/& inch widths. Odd sizes made up without extra charge. See them at Jeune's Furniture Store Opposite the Double Arrow Sign. PHONE 144 . COURTENAY Why Send to Vancouver for Groceries When We Can Sell You the Highest Class Groceries at the Lowest Cash Prices. The Courtenay Cash Store COURTENAY, B.C. Phone 56—We Deliver. News of Courtenay District NATIVE SONS HOLD WHIST DRIVE AT COURTENAY COURTENAY—Courtenay Assembly No. 3, Native Sons of Canada, held its regular fortnightly whist drive Thursday night in Booths' Hall, when fifteen tables were used to accommodate the players. The prizes were won by the following persons: Ladies' first, Mrs. Moncrieff; second, Mrs. Frederiokson; consolation, Mrs. Howe; gentlemen's first, Mr. W. M. Moore; second, Mr. Andrew Robinson; consolation, Mr. ('buries Beasley. After cards, refreshments were served, closing an enjoyable evening at 11 o'clock. The next whlst drive under the same auspices will be held on Wednesday, March 21. Seeds for the West Selected, Early, Hardy, Productive Varieties for Field, Garden and Lawn. COMPLETE STOCKS CARRIED AT REGINA Write for Illustrated Catalogue Send Orders Here STEELE BRIGGS SEED CO. Limited 1IEGINA, SASK. CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF CUMBERLAND Dog Taxes All persons keeping or harbouring dogs within tlle City are hereby notified that Dog Taxes for the current year lire now overdue and must be paid to the City Clerk forthwith. The Chief of Police has been Instructed to prosecute all persons keeping or harbouring dogs for which the tax has not been paid, after the 17th March Inst. A. J. FOURACRE, 1131 City Clerk. Veteran's Wood Supply $6.00 Any length required. DOUBLE LOAD for rilONE YOI'R ORDERS TO 5-6. A. A. BROWN, Royston Road Elliott Totty M.R.A.I.C, B.A. ARCHITECT 609 B.C. Permanent Loan Bldg. PHONE 2318 VICTORIA, B.C. APPROPRIATION FOR COURTENAY FIRE DEPT. COURTENAY.—The City Council at its last regular session voted the sum of one thousand dollars to the Courtenay Volunteer Fire Department. This money will be utilized in the purchase of only necessary accessories that will be regarded as acquistions to the equipment. It is expected that several hundred feet of one and a half-inch hose will lie purchased. Efficiency is the watchword with the boys and they hope to make it exceedingly hard for a fire to get away from them. "PAT" KNOWS A THING OR TWO ABOUT FISHING COl'RTENAY. — Successful fishermen catch their ilsh in unusually hard places, but It lias remained for ono of the conductors of tbe E. & N, Railway to catch one far from water. Last week-end "Pat" took his rod and hied him to the banks of tiie Punt lodge River, but had only Indifferent luck. When the shades of night began to fall, "Pat" started to hike for home. Others had also been out looking for fish—and one of them had caught a nice specimen. Now, the bank of the river had become ley and hard to climb, therefore one of our most efficient disciples of lzaalt Walton put his fifteen pounder alongside the remains of a one time monarch of the forest that had been generously coated with ice. He was going to return for his fish the next day. He did. But when "Pat' goes fishing lie gets fish, sometimes. He got the fish that had been put In cold storage at the base of a stump. Easy, was it not? "Pat" says fishing always was good at the Puntledge. FARMERS' INSTITUTE ELECT OFFICERS COURTENAY.—At the Farmers' Institute meeting held in the Agricultural Hall on Wednesday the following officers were elected: President—Wm. T. Wain. Vice-President—S. H. Hopkins. Directors—G. C. Bigelow, A. Mulr, W. J. C. Hannah. Andrew Clark and L. Rees. Secretary—G. C. Bigelow. When Will Channel Be Improved! The Steamers Grainer and Clansman were in port last week-end witli cargoes of feed and grain. The masters of these vessels were anxious to know- when the five thousand dollars thatI has been voted for the improvement of the river channel ls to be expended. | The work ia certainly necessary and even If the sum of five thousand dollars Is inadequate it will help some. II. I'. Telephone Making Improvements The British Columbia Telephone Company Is replacing its old polo line on the Lake Trail with a new one and have the work pretty well advanced. Frank Quinn Shjs Things Are Good Mr. Frank Quinn, of the Forestry Department, who has been stationed at Thurston Bay for several months, was home last week-end. He states that the logging camps at that point are all working to capacity and there ts a spirit of optimism prevailing throughout the district in which he ls now stationed in respect of business for the current year. The snowfall at Thurston Bay was not so heavy as In Comox Valley last month. He left for the north again on Monday afternoon. * * * Father of Mrs. Kllpatrlck Dies Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kllpatrlck were at Vancouver on Sunday and Monday, having gone down to the mainland city on receipt of news that Mr. Williams, father of Mrs. Kilpatrick, had passed away after a brief illness. The deceased gentleman was well known in Courtenay and district and had recently been here spending a vacation with his daughter. The sympathy ot a wide circle of friends will bo extended to Mrs. Kllpatrlck in the loss she has sustained. Car For Hire At Reasonable Rates Phone the Cumberland Poolroom Phone 141 Ask for Geo. Mason. P. P. HARRISON Barrister and Solicitor Notary Public CUMBERLAND • • B. C. Sole Agent for TIP-TOP TAILORS in this District Our New Spring Patterns Have arrived. Make your selection early and avoid disappointment. Ladies' Suede and Satin Shoes in brown, black or grey. Everything for the rainy days in the woods. J. McLEOD Courtenay, B.C. Union Tailor U. WATANABE. Ladies' and Gents' Fashionable Tailor Cleaning and Pressing P.O. Box 43 - Cumberland LUMBER ALL BUILDING MATERIALS, MOULDINGS, SHINGLES, WINDOWS AND DOORS, HIGH GRADES AT LOWEST PRICES. We Deliver to Anywhere with Very Short Notice and Cheap Charges. Ring up for Quotation at Our Expense. Royston Lumber Co.Ltd. R. R. No. 1 Cumberland Phone 159 Night—134-X Courtenay i .Miss Suit n Pus! Office Stuff Miss Mary Sutton, who lias been substituting at the Courtenay Post Office for Miss Cessford, is going to retain her position. .Miss Cessford has resigned. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Len l>. Pike! Entertain .Mr. and Mrs. Len D. Piket were at home last Tuesday night to a number of their friends when they entertained at a ratlin live hundred party. A jovial time was spent playing cards, with music ami a radio entertainment provided by Vancouver, San Francisco and HI. Louis. Those present were Mrs. Thomas Booth, Mr. anil Mrs. Wm. Booth, Mrs. Sutherland, .Mrs. Nisbet, Mr. W. CI. Stubbs anil Mr. Robert Sutherland, Mr. Piket is the owner of a powerful radio outfit and welcomes any of ills friends who care to enjoy an evening with it. * * * Children's Fancy Press Hull The children's fancy dress ball being arranged by tho Women's Auxiliary to the Agricultural Association, is creating much Interest among the young folks anil is bound, from all appearances, to be an unqualified success. Last Saturday a rehearsal was held under the direction of Mcsdames Sills, Brown and Baker, when sixty children were present in an initial step to prepare for the big event to be held on April 2, in the Agricultural Hall. A large list of prizes will be offered and It Is certain that there will be seen many novel and characteristic costumes. Children form all points In tbe district are taking an interest in the ball, and this year's event promises to be one of lhe most entrancing yet held. * * * Gaiety Theatre Dunce The dance at the Gaiety Theatre last Tuesday evening was greatly enjoyed. A fairly good crowd was in attendance, a number coming from Cumber- laud. .Music was supplied by the Courtenay orchestra. "The Jolly Bachelors' Club" On Friday, March 2. there was organized "The Jolly Bachelors' Club" by a numbor of young men of Courtenay. The meeting was held In the Canadian Bank of Commerce Chambers, Dr. Tillman Briggs acting as chairman with Mr. Frank Gourhvy as secretary. It is the intention of the new club to carry out a schedule of social dances, the first ot which will be held on March 20. Two hundred Invitations are being Issued and the club will be assisted hy several of the young ladies of the district. tt SUPERINTENDENT OF E. & N. IS OPTIMISTIC Mr. II. K. ncasley, Superintendent of Ihe Esquimau & Xanaitno Railway, was a recent visitor to this city. In speaking of the continuation of the daily service throughout the winter months, he stated that he was not disappointed at the business that had offered, especially during the time of the heavy snowfall in February. The company la anxious to give the up-lsland points tho best service possible, in freight as well as passenger service, and he had no doubt that the business in sight for the coming year, especially in the lumbering industry would have a great effect in stimulating trade on ihe Island from Victoria to Courtenay and intermediate points. The tri-weekly freight service had been of great assistance to the business interests. Mr. Iieaslcy was accompanied by Mr. J. Fraser and they were on a trip of inspection. Additional Courtonay News on Page i. %he fi/ ™^a Man's mtch A sturdy iralrli, big enough to handlo with your mills on. Strom! enough lo strike on rough surfaces. Made to withstand more moisture. A safe match, free from poison and free from glow when blown out. Their added lenglh gives longer light in tho dark. il >! MAPLE LEAF MATCHES <Difje*ent <md Utoi „ The Canadian Match Co. Limited SIX THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY. MARCH 10. 1923. When you have Rush Jobs -give them to a busy firm WE excel in those jobs where time is limited, and as a result our plant is always busy. We solicit business not because we need it to keep our present force busy, but that we may grow. Buyers of printing have absolute assurance when placing an order with us that there will be no disappointments. No job is too large or too small for our perfect equipment to handle. Try us on your next job and get some real service. TELEPHONE 35 The Cumberland Islander DUNSMUIR AVENUE, CUMBERLAND GOOD ENTERTAINMENT AT COURTENAY St. George's Presbyterian Church was the scene of an exceedingly classical entertainment last Thursday night when a concert party headed by Madame Lever-Hawes presented a prosented a programme, the equal of which has seldom been heard In Courtenay. She was assisted by Mr. Ann- 'jrlstcr, of Union Bay, who ga.e some HAD ANOTHER MAN'S BOAT; JAP ARRESTED! SLATS' DIARY A Japanese, Saklchi Kadonaga, who made away with a boat owned by one of his countrymen, some five months ago, was arrested by Provincial Constable Dunbar, last week-end. The accused chartered the eight-ton fishing schooner "Yumihama" from a native countryman of Mayne Island on October 14, 1922, and failed to re- excellent recitations; Mr. Lever-; ,„„ 8ame M arranged ln nls contract Hawes; Mr. Porter, of Vancouver, as! Informatlon wa8 glven Con9toble accompanying organist, and the church iDunbar „y the Nanaimo authoritleB orchestra led by Mr. Sadler at the or-, that Ka(lonaga was in tne vlcinitv, Mr gai;; Mr. Leslie Moody and Mr. Albert Dunbar left here „j once an(, nnitgi Kerton. The church was filled to! ^ &Kmei )n ^ boat ..^^ gea„ cap. city and the concert was thor- on wWch ne WM emplo¥ed aB flremani .Highly enjoyed. After the programme I the ladles of the congregation served ellcious refreshments. ATIVE SONS PREPARING FOR BIG TIME ON JULY and which was anchored near Mud Bay. Kadonaga appeared before Magistrate Beaver-Potts In Nanimo and was remanded until Friday, March 9. REVISION OF TIMBER ROYALTIES DISCUSSED As a result of a round table confer- VANCOUVER KAMLOOPS EDMONTON SASKATOOll WMps$m MONTR^fi Let Us Help You Plan Your Old Home Visit or Holiday Trip Now Alterations Completed We have re-arranged our stock and added a staple Dry Goods Department and the following lines are now showing: Cretonnes in a good variety of colors and patterns. Prices, per yard from * 40c to 85c Curtain Muslins, in white, cream and ivory, a yard 20c Madras Curtain Goods, per yard 60c, 65c to $1.15 Colored Madras for over curtains, per yard $1.00 Sateens in all shades, good quality, per yard 35c Prints, a good assortment of colors and patterns, at, per yard 30c and 35c Lathes' Silk Lisle Hose, all shades, per pair 50c Ladies' Silk Hose, per pair 90c, $1.15 and $2.25 Ladies' Cotton Hose, all shades, per pair 35c Blue Serge, very special value and will give satisfaction, per yard $1.50, $2.25 and $2.75 Ladies' Corsets, per pair $1.50 and $2.45 Front Lace Corsets, per pair $3.00 A shipment of Ayrshire Blankets has arrived; 7 and 8 lbs., on sale, at per pair $14.00 and $16.00 We shall be pleased to have all our old customers and many new ones call and examine our goods and compare prices. Thanking you all for past confidences, and soliciting a share of your business for our new department. The Furniture Store A. MacKinnon STAR LIVERY STABLE ALEX. MAXWELL, Proprietor . Autos for Hire. Coal and Wood Hauling given very prompt attention. Furniture and Piano Storage if desired. Phones 4 and 61 Cumberland, B. C. Cur FerssF-1 ikl»*mi I Guarantee to All Skin Sufferers Yea Ami* on, ah'olute guarantee of ' relief from tl e firtt be. tla of D. D, D. , Yrtrirrc '111 rtumrd without a word If you IU tin ,i I bottte did not itoo I tli i* ti' tit ioi '.lie -id tool that erup- tioi '■ u nun ..re the jt jo We nave wat :li<d the act ion of thii stanrlnrd meelIcul discovery i n the lick 'kin in lumdirda ot cate* ami trr t'titiw. And I you ore jiiat craiywltii Tian. you I' I feel nootied and cool'd -nt iou auplvthig' UV toe. coo.iiiK We hay rr: ■! more thnli ..•'. family in re D. D. to a al.in fuffererhr e and il .. i...d ne won! )ou to try it now on our u .ilive noi'itv Kimrantea trice. 11 a ouitle. try U. D. li. Soap too. SOLD AT LANG'S DRUG STORE C URTENAY.—Courtenay Assembly No. 3, Native Sons of Canada, held 'heir regular meeting on Monday night i last week with a good attendance.' once hel<l "> Vancouver Tuesday, at- ivhcii live new members were Initiated : ioaM "^ Hon- T- D- Pattullo, Minister 1 of Lands, and the chief forest branch [ officials, and a delegation representing the timber Interests of the province, it has been decided to plan a revision of timber royalties. The present "Royalty Act" was passed at the initiative of the timber men, a: ul many applications received, The next meeting will be held on .Monday, March 19 and will be a social session with the idea ot malting it a' one hundred per cent. one. Last Monday night's meeting went on record as favoring the Inauguration of a Dominion Day celebration to | wn0 considered it an iron-clad ar- bc held at Courtenay. The members ™>Senient that for forty years would who have been instrumental in bring- en8Ure tne Payment ot very modest ing this about are enthusiastic and. royalties by the timber men. will spare no effort to make It tho ■ The mincer points out that on ac- biggest patriotic demonstration ever! count ot fluctuating values of cur staged in the district. ' rency and other conditions, the act There are now seven assemblies in j threatens to work out differently from the province, all having been organ-! wnat «»" anticipated and giveB indl lzed within the year, the total member- j f,at[on^Jmpo°l,ng * roy_alty 9u° hlgh ship of which is nearing the live thous- "' " Car For Hire at Reasonable Prices Phone the Cumberland Poolroom Phone 141 Ask for Geo. Mason. und murk. Many towns are in line for organization, and within the next year it is hoped that every town and city In British Columbia will have its assembly for the fostering of a distinctly Canadian national spirit. Every Canadian who has the interests of his country at heart ls Invited to Join— he Is asked to come forward and help in this great work of trying to make of his native country a better place in which to live and a country that will offer a real welcome to those new settlers and artisans who wish to make their homes in Canada. that timber Interests have become alarmed. He states it is the desire of the Government to protect the Industry as much as possible and yet at the same time obtain for the province a reasonable return trom time to time of any Increase In timber values. SUMAS RECLAMATION PROJECT PROGRESSING Cascade OR U.BX. Beer PURE FULL-STRENGTH BEERS Such progress has been made on the completion of the Sumas reclamation project that Hon. E. D. Barrow, Minister of Agriculture, announces that the Government will offer for sale this year some 3,000 acres of reclaimed lands, tbe finest ln the Lower Fraser Valley. Officials of the Federal Government are making an Inspection of the work and when they are satisfied the Dominion will turn over to the province '.lie reclaimed lake-bottom lands, ln extent 12.000 acres. Nearly 30,000 acres ot high class land will be available for farming pur , poses when the work ls finished this j year, and the cultivation of this area is expected to decrease materially the importation of foodstuffs Into British Columbia. Despite adverse criticism and the pessimism ot the doubters, the project has offered no unusual difficulties and success Is now assured. By Ross Farquhar Friday—Tuk are test in gograffy today and sum thing tells me I am a going to get a ruther poor grade unless a mirackle cums along and happens to occur. The teacher give me to understand that I diddent do bo well. She sed. You cant have 2 things on yure mind at. 1 time. & I guess Bhe Is rite. A speshully If 1 of them happens to be a game of Shlnnle or sum thing. Saturday — ma sent me down town to get I sum meat for Sunday dinner and me and Jake got to playing shlnnle and I forgot what I bad came down town fur and was about a hr. and a % late. I had a good Xcuse all prepared up to give to ma and when I got home Bhe never even ast me enny thing about what was the matter. Thats the way good Xcuses goes to waist But it may cum ln handy later on sum time ln the future prehaps. Sunday—herd a good sermln at chlrch this morning. The preecher tawked about men and wlmmen of all sexes witch lssent satslflde when the Good man gives them what they ask fur. But they want him to fetch it to them all rapped up and reddy to use. Monday—Mr. Glllem and pa was a tawklng about a man here in town witch is mean to his wife. Mr. Ollletn sed he thot a man was a ornery cuss to go ahed and spend money for cigars when his Wife wanted a new dress. Pa says Yes and Just between me and you he Is not only ornery but he is very foolish and uses poor Judgment. Teusday—Got sum new nelbors today. The lady ot the famly carrys in the coal, cuts the kindling & takes care of the yard and puts on spare tires on the ottomoblle. She goes to are chlrch. Pa says he woodent be surprized to no that she shaves and sings base in the chlrch quire. Wednesday—Pa ast Mose Bolan If his wife was still sick and Mose reply- ed and sed No she is not still, but she ls very sick yet. Thlrsday—Pa sent a story to the editor of a magaslne the other day and got a answer today. The editor sed. I received yure manlscrlp and will lose no time in reading It. Pa Is tickled but ma says she thinks there Is a ketch In it sum place. & that the editor means his time Is to valuable. WHAT CAUSES GAS ON THE STOMACH? It is caused by fermenting, sour waste matter ln the Intestines. This old, foul matter should be thoroughly, cleaned out with simple buckthorn bark, glycerine, etc., as mixed in Ad, ler-i-ka. 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THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER PRICES THAT DEFY DUPLICATION Shoes for Less Miner's Pit Shoes, nailed, now priced at $4.95, $6.75 Men's First Quality Leckie Work Boots, a real leader now priced at $5.00 Showing the greatest values in shoes since 1914 Men's Fine Dress Shoes, regular value $8.50, now $5.95 Men's Fine Dress Shoes in brown and black calf, sizes V/., to 81,4 only; (fin QK AM H\\ regular $7.50, now fPO.UD TO «P^» • O 50 pairs Boys' School Shoes in brown and black calf, guaranteed to wear like iron; sizes 1 to 5. Price $3.95 $3.75 50 Pairs Ladies' Patent Pumps and Oxfords; regular $7.50 values, now at .... 50 Pairs Ladies' Boots in brown and black calf; good easy fitters, suitable for women and misses; sizes 2\k to 7 at the (fiA f7P new price of «P**» * « TO «pO.OU Ladies' Strap and Oxfords in brown and black calf $4.50 to $5.50 and patent leather. The Flapper style at CLOTHING DEPARTMENT Men's Spring Suits We are now showing a complete range of Men's and Boys' Ready-Made Suits in navy and brown serge and tweed effects. Men's Suits at— $15, $17.50, $24.95, $30 Boys' Navy Serge Suits, the noted Fox's (J»A PA (fif -| PA Wellington Serge, in all sizes at «P«7.*JU TO «P±±.OU Boys' Tweed Suits with or without extra (PP PA (fin PA Pants, in all sizes. Priced from tpO.OU TO «P I .♦JV UP ^^^^^ $1.50, $1.85, $2.45 up Men's Overalls with or without bib, in black, (fi-t PA (fin AA blue and blue with white stripe at tpl.OU TO tJJ^.UU Men's Leather Work Gloves—Can't be beat at the price. PvA/* While the stock lasts, per pair OUC We Can Save You Money—See our values OKg. Qf>/> P*An in Men's Work Sox, at per pair ^OC, OOC, OUC We are showing a nice range of Prints, Chambrays and Ginghams, all in the 34-inch width. Buy now as the prices are going OP- n*T\ / _ Af.*. up. Per yard OOC, Ol 72C, 4UC THE MODEL DRY GOODS, CLOTHING AND SHOE STORE Frank Partridge P. O. Box 343 COAL MINES OF B. C. WOULD BENEFIT (Continued (rom Page Four) ot ballast, as we were not able to secure a return cargo. Tbe Canadian Freighter Ib ail oil burning ship, and here too, owing to lack of cargo, we took on board one thousand tons ot coal at Buroran, Japan, for ballast, and which was transferred to the Canadian Prospector on arrival at Vancouver. "We have fourteen sKlps at present in our Paclllc service, four at convertible oil burners, and at Uie prevailing price ot oil fuel on the coast, It ls more economical to use oil than coal on these ships, ln addition to the added advantage of a smaller number of CUMBERLAND, B.C. stokers in the hold, thus reducing our cost of operation. Yours sincerely, D. B. HANNA. Hon. W. C. Kennedy. Dear Mr. Minister,—Re Canadian Government Merchant Marine bunkering. I have yours of the 28th ult., enclosing copy ot the letter from Mr. D. B. Hanna. President, Canadian National Railways, with reference to the above matter. From a strictly operating point of view, Mr. Hanna's statement that fuel oil at present prevailing prices Is more economical, is probably true. It ls questionable to me, however, whether the direct saving offsets the ultimate loss due to unemployment In one of the country's basic Industries. Tho steam coal mines of Vancouver Island were able to operate only 12 days In the month of February end 11 days lu Opposite Post Office the month of March. In my Judgment there can be no doubt tbat with the establishment of a steady and adequate market the price of steam coal would fall and there would he much greater scope for employment, an Important step would have been taken towards the removal of the necessity of the present degenerating practice of doles, and the national Interest generally would be much better serv ed than hy tho mere*nlomontary economy affected by the use of fuel oil. In conclusion would state that the example set by government controlled vessels on the Pacific Coast is scrl ously handicapping the collieries of British Columbia In their efforts to find the market for their product. Endeavors have been made to induce the coastwise steamers to discard the oil ln favor of the coal. It ls 'nther difficult to meet the argument, r.o often used In tbi9 connection, that the steamers Prince Rupert, Prince George, Prince John and Prince Albert operating In conjunction with the Government Railways, are users of fuel oil. I have spoken strongly for the reason that I am convinced of the importance of this matter from the standpoint of the prosperity of one of the first industries of British Columbia. Trusting that you will be able to give the matter your attention, and with kind personal regards, I am, yours faithfully, WM. SLOAN, Minister of Mines. Ottawa, June 2. Wm.' Sloan, Minister of Mines, B. C. Regarding use of Japanese coal by Government Merchant Marine, I made a statement in the House today respecting tliis matter which I hope will bo satisfactory to our friends In British Columbia. W, I.. MACKENZIE KING. Excerpt from Hansard, June 2, 1922: Hon. W. L. Mackenzie King, Prime Minister: Mr. Speaker, may I take advantage of this moment to correct a false Impression that seems to exist In regard to tbe use of Japanese coal by the Canadian Government Merchant Marine on the Pacific. The Impression seems to have got abroad that the Government Merchant Marine intend to use Japanese coal, or are bringing Japanese coal to this; country. . . . Hon. members know that the Merchant Marine is under the Board of Directors of the National Railways. The Government has not to do with the control of Its affairs, or the operation of its steamers; but in answering the question that was asked some little time ago, the following statement is made: As far as they can poBsibly do so, the steamers of the Government Merchant Marine will hereafter use only British Columbia coal on the Pacific Coast. That statement was given to the Government by the Board of Directors of the National Railways, as I under stand it, indicates Its policy then, and its policy at the present time." 1 can only add that it appears to me that the change of Government did not come too soon and that we can at least expect to receive sympathetic treatment from the Right Hon. W. I, Mackenzie King aud his colleagues at Ottawa. It will be also noted that Mr. Hanna no longer Is connected with the National Railway System of Canada. His place has been taken by Sir Henry Thornton who, there is reason to believe, will be better able to grasp the necessity of building up the Government National Railways of this country than Mr. Hanna, his predecessor, judging by the correspondence I have just quoted. Sir Henry Thornton made a tour of British Columbia a short time ago and I notice that In address Ing the Canadian Club of Toronto, Ont., recently, laid emphasis on tbe development of the mineral resources of the West, declaring that their rich ness would rival that of the produc tlvlty of the agricultural lands of the Western sections of the Dominion. He refer specially to coal In the following terms: "It is essential that the railway companies by proper service and such assistance as lies within their power, should do all they can to assist in that mineral development and other minerals which He in the West." Mining Development Necessary The sentiments here expressed by Sir Henry Indicate that he grasps a fundamental truth ln respect of the part of the railways, which as I have already said havo been paid for out of the pockets of tho people of this country, should he expected to play In the work of the opening up and the development of Canada. He Indicates also that he understands, as a railway man of experience, the Importance of the relationship between mineral production and railway tonnage. Statistics show that ln Canada In the year 1010 over 85 per cent, of all the tonnage bandied by our railways consisted of the products of mines; In the United States mines' products made up 64 per cent .of the total of the carryings of the railroads; and they were shown to hold the palm ln New South Wales, Tasmania and India, ln the United Kingdom, that great industrial empire centre, pro ducts of the mines in 1919 totalled 70.8 per cent, of the freight Bhlpped. Premier Oliver has been ln the past fighting British Columbia's cause against discrimination in the matter of freight rates. He, and we all real Ize the Importance of obtaining for this province more equitable treat ment in this respect. A reduction in those rates, to a point where they will be on a par with the rates allowed Eastern provinces, will mean Western Industrial development and a conse quent greater demand for our conl. This freight discrimination ls only another Instance of the sacrifice of tho West ln favor of the bigger interests ot the East. Another surprise to me was to And Alberta coal of an inferior grade was being shipped to the barracks at Esquimau. On receiving this report I obtained samples of this coal and had them analyzed. Having obtained the proof of the low quality of this fuel, I opened correspondence with the Mlnsiter of Public Works, Ottawa, nnd again was successful In removing another unfair source of competition. It it interesting again, I think, to quote you some ot the exchanges In this connection. June 21, 1022. Hon. Dr. J. H. King, Minister of Public Works, Ottawa, Ont. Mry Dear Dr. King.—I em enclosing herewith communication and certificates of analyses of some coal which is being supplied to the barracks of Victoria from Alberta. This ls not in comparison with Vancouver Island coal, and I think it is an unfair competition to send an inferior coal from Alberta to" Vancouver Island. Our own mines are working only half time and we are desirous of obtaining all the business that iu possible. I wish you would make some inquiry and see If this practice cannot be discontinued. With kind regards, I am, Yours faithfully, WM. SLOAN, Minister of Mines. and I received the following reply: Ottawa, June 27, 1922. My Dear Sloan,—I acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 21st instant, enclosing correspondence and certificate of analysis of coal being supplied to the barracks of Victoria from Alberta. I quite share your view that such coal cannot compare with Vancouver Island coal and that It is an unfair competition to send coal from Alberta to Vancouver Island when our own mines on the Island are only working half time. I shall certainly direct the attention of the Minister of Militia to the matter Immediately. Reciprocating your kind wishes. I am, Yours sincerely, J. H. KING. The province has also a good friend ln the Hon. Dr. King. This matter, which evidently had been the practice for some time previous was soon satisfactorily adjusted. Reverting again to fuel oil, I want to say tbat It Is difficult for me to understand the' methods of reasoning that lead the heads of transportation companies, the directors of pulp manufacturing concerns, and the In dustrlal leaders of the country to adopt fuel oil as against coal In their operations. If fuel oil were eliminated the effect would Immediately be felt at all coal mining centres. There would be increased prosperity and material benefits that would accrue to all. We so frequently hear the cry raised with enthuslam "Patronize Home Industry." It Is strange that this is not applied when It comes to the coal mining industry. Wc spend millions of dollars on Imported fuel oil and our Industries and our people pay the price, it Is a policy hard to understand and ls little short of suicidal for those responsible. We hear I of a coal mine on the Island closed down, and several hundreds of men | thrown out of employment, and the I reason, openly given, is that fuel oil has grasped the market. It ls to be' deplored and the fact that the people of British Columbia aro responsible makes It the more regrettable. On Vancouver Island the mines do not work full time over long periods, frequently they are operated only half time. It is a common occurrence tn he told that the men arc working only, thre or four days a week. What does tills mean? Not only smaller pay for the workers, not only comparative money stringency in tho mining communities, but higher priced coal to the consumer because the overhead expenses of maintenance go nn Inexorably, no matter whether coal Is mined or not. A Provincial Tax If I can do anything to check this menace I am going to do It. I mny Bay that I bave been giving this question very serious consideration from tho provincial standpoint and It Is my opinion that If the Dominion Government cannot Bee Its way clear to Increase the duty on fuel oil importations, the province should give It attention. There are difficulties standing ln the way of provincial action, as under Section 91 of the B, N. A. Act, the Dominion Government has exclusive Jurisdiction ln respect of trade and commerce, which course means the fixing ot tariff duties, etc., However, tn the discussion I already have had It has been made clear that we can tax fuel oil once It Is in the province. ln taking up this matter with the Hon. John Hart, Minister of Finance, SEVEN*/) I outlined my views In a memorandum which follows: 21st December, 1922. Hon. John Hart, Minister ot Finance. My Dear Colleague: Re Fuel Oil I wish to draw your attention to the fact that fuel oil importations to the province of British Columbia are displacing at present In the local markets about a million tons of provlnclally produced coal per annum. This Is directly affecting tlie revenues of the province, as this quantity of coal would have to pay in taxes to the Provincial Treasury the sum of approximately $100,000 per annum. The consideration is In addition to the effect that such importations bave on other businesses incident to coal mining operations of the Importance necessary for the maintenance of tho production indicated. These importations have reached such proportions tliat I feel called upon to suggest that you take Into your serious consideration the imposition of a provincial tax against the use of fuel oil In this province In order to olfsot, as far as possible, what ls being lost to the provincial Treasury. It is conservatively estimated that about $10,000,000 of British Columbia funds are being expended annually on foreign fuel oil. The seriousness of such an economic loss to the Industries of this province, and to the province generally requires no emphasis. I may say that I first directed the attention of the Dominion Government to this matter in the year 1015, and the outcome of representations then made was the announcement of a duty ot one-half cent a gallon on imported fuel oil. This, however, is wholly Insufficient to protect the conl mining industry. Until recently British Columbia coal bad a market In the United States, but the "Fordney Tariff," which places a duty of 53 cents a ton on coal Imported to tho United States, lias closed the market to tbe coal mines of this province. The "Fordney Tariff," as it affects coal, is the result of the Dominion tariff as applied against the United States. The Canadian tariff has the effect of preserving for the coal produced in the province of Nova Scotia the Eastern Canadian market with the result that the United States has imposed its retaliatory duty on similar grade coal going into that country from Canada, which lias closed the United States' market for British Columbia coal. In other words we nre penalized in British Columbia in order tliat the Eastern Canadian market may be made safe for the soft coal of tlle province of Xova Scotia. I quite realize the difficulty in arranging for tiie taxation of fuel oil importations, but believe that, If some solution of the problem can be reached along tbe lines suggested, it will mean n large Increase of revenue nnd also will bo In the public interest, In that It will have the effect of stimulating coal mine production at present suffering from tliis foreign Importation. I am. Yours faithfully, WM. SLOAN, Minister of Mines. The Hon. John Oliver, Premier, becoming interested, referred to tho Attorney-General's Department for advice on my suggestion and to this request tbe following self-explanatory memorandum: Doc. 27th, 1022. Ito Fuel Oil I bave your memorandum of the 28rd lust., together with copy of a letter from the Honorable, tho Minister of Mines, to the Honorable the Minister of Finance, and bog to say that ln my opinion: 1. The province bos no power to Impose a customs duly or any tux equivalent thereto on tbe Importation of oil into this province, 2. The province bus no power to Impose a tax on oil in the hands of a wholesale man. ns that would lie indirect taxation, not permitted under the provisions ot the II. X. A. Act. ,8. In my opinion It would be open to the province to tax consumers on all fuel oil purchased by tboni for consumption. W. D. CARTER, Deputy Attorney-General. It thus Is shown Hint It is possible to impose a provincial tax on nil fuel oil purchased In the province for consumption. This appears to be one way out of the difficulty providing the Federal authorities cannot agree to tlio policy of nn increase in the present duty. I think tite province should take some action in the present matter, as I pointed out to the Minister of Finance, for lhe reason that the province is losing very substantial revenue through tho use of fuel oil. Tito direct loss on coal royalties alone Is in the neighborhood of $100,000 per annum. So, If for no other reason, 1 fcol I am justified in suggesting Hint (Continued on Page 8). EIGHT THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923. r & "=" *- 1 Campbell River, B. C. FREE DRAWING Saturday, March 31st Complete Long Distance Radio Set One Ticket FREE with every $2.00 Cash purchase (30 days equals cash) ASK FOR YOUR TICKETS AND KEEP THEM Campbell River Trading Co. Listen to our FREE CONCERTS Wednesday and Saturday Evenings from 8 to 9.30 McBRYDE'S BAKERY TRY McRRYDE'S QUALITY BREAD. THE PREMIER LOAF OF COMOX DISTRICT COURTENAY PHONE 1S4 TEA ROOMS The Farmers' Produce Store "Where Quality Counts." MEATS, POULTRY, FISH AND VEGETABLES. Telephone 143. P.O. Box 162 COURTENAY, B.C. Royal Candy Co. Give Us a Trial. ICE COLD DRINKS OF ALL KINDS. HOME-MADE CANDIES AND CHOCOLATES. LUNCHEONS SERVED. SERVICE THE BEST. PHONE 25. CAR FOR HIRE. PHONE 25 Go To The Royston Motor Co. For REPAIRING, OVERHAULING, ACCESSORIES GOODYEAR TIRES, GASOLINE AND OIL A. J. EDWARDS .... Royston Phone 134M Courtenay Exchange as FOR WINDOWS, DOORS, FRAMES, INTERIOR TRIM AND GENERAL FACTORY WORK Write For Prices to THE MOORE-WHITTINGTON LUMBER CO., LTD. Office 2620 Bridge Street, Victoria, B.C. UNION HOTEL OPPOSITE RAILWAY STATION First ClasB Accommodation. Heated throughout by electricity. WILLIAM JONES, Proprietor SECOND-HAND FURNITURE Comox Exchange Ceurtenay, B.C. WHY BABIES CRY It's often bard to find the trouble —It may be teeth — it may be stomach—but oh I so often it is Just a chafed irritated skin on which poor Soap has been used. The remedy for this is so simple! Hours of suffering—night after night of disturbance—have been avoided by mothers, who have insisted on—Baby's Own Suap. Of course it costs a little more, a very little more, however— than what is often bought and used—but four fenerations of Canadian Mothers are there to vouch for its purity, for the soothing healing effect on Baby's delicate skin, for the lovely pure flower fragrance it leaves when Baby fresh and clean is taken from his bath. Don't you think, Madam, it's worth paying the 16c a cake, a little less il you buy a box (8 cakes) which your MtUraiki for Baby's Own Soap. Adv. COAL MINES OF B. C. WOULD BENEFIT (Continued from Page Seven) the province tax users ot fuel oil, thereby recouping the provincial finances for the loss of revenue indicated. We are all getting pretty weary of the multiplicity of taxes—municipal, provincial and federal. In this province there has been a strong nnd persistent effort to have the personal property tax cither eliminated or modified. The Retail Merchants As- socatlon of this city has been particularly active in this regard. I suggest that this proposed Fuel Oil Tax would be a good substitute for the Personal Property Tax. If it hod the effect of controlling tho sale in British Columbia for fuel purposes of imported fuel oil the result would he beneficially felt in all branches of business. The coal mining industry has been lagging behind too long. It has remained open tn the harrassing effects of unfair competition, without hope, under present conditions, of advancing as it should. If my influence and effort can effect all Improvement both will lie exerted lo that end. In that work i shall be serving nol only the best interests of my constituents but the best Interests of all classes of people of British Columbia. I quite realize that the strong stand which I am taking In this matter will mean the opposition of the large Interests in tltis province, tint, as Ihe representa- tlVfl of this constituency I have hut one duly to perforin nud that Is to serve the interests of this constituency and as Minister of .Mines It Is my duty In every wuy possible to protect and encourage the mining industry In this province. I do not propose to serve two masters ln this question. I have been a long time In public life and I have never been accused of evading nn issue and I do not propose to do so now. As a supporter of tho Liberal party nnd a member of the Oovernment of the Honorable John Oliver, during the past seven years, let me soy that we have carried on the affairs of government at a very trying period ln the history of the province. The period of the war nnd also the period of reconstruction, both having their peculiar and difficult problems to consider. As a Government wo have endeavored to carry on ln the best Interest of the people of our province, Imbued at all times with faith in the future of this country. We hove not pleased all sections of the people, that ls too great a task to undertake, but we are doing our best to promote the best interests of this province and the welfare of the people within our borders. In times such as we are passing through there is a tendency to turn to new forms ot political faith under new and attractive labels. They doubtless will rise for a time and fascinate, but their life will be short unless they are built on the sound principles of Lib eralism. You cannot get away from the fundamentals—we stand for the people, not one class, one sect or one group, but for the whole social body. As long as we maintain that principle and so long as we remember it ln our administration we cannot fail. Our star at long intervals may suffer temporary eclipse, but when the clouds roll away It will be found shining brighter than ever. For myself I am always willing to trust the people, and whether an election comes sooner or later, I know that from the Nanaimo people who are long famous for the spirit of fair play, which they manifest in business, sport, religion or politics, when the time does come, 1 will be Judged on the merits of the cause which I can present and with that 1 am well content. It Is now almost a quarter of a century since I made my first appeal to the people of this constituency. At that time I wus damned for my youth and Inexperience, soon I suppose 1 shall be condemned because of my old age. In looking back over the yearB, there have been many changes In the political complexion of our representatives in both federal and provincial arenas. Many have passed on and many adorn the political scrap heap. Premier Oliver and Bowser, Leader of the Opposition, are all that are left In active political life of those who were prominent twenty years ago. Whether I continue In a public capacity, or adorn the political scrap heap, I again am well content, for looking over my political efforts and activities, they have not been in vain, but on the contrary are fruitful of results ln the public Interest and the welfare of the people of this country. Let me conclude by saying that my mind goes back thirty-six years spent in this province. The greater part of that time was spent in Nanaimo and the problems of this community are problems I can appreciate and sympathize with. I recall the big explo sion of 1887 in which nearly 200 lives were lost. On down the years I can well recall many sad events connected with the coal Industry of this province; events that have left scars that never heal and sorrows thnt never die. Notwithstanding care and prevention, disasters recur with distressing results. The sacrifice of human life with attendant sorrows consequent upon the efforts to keep pace with requirements and demands of civilisation of this century ls grim Indeed. Not only with respect to coal mining but also with respect to every other line of activity and enterprise. Throughout the world humanity is placed on the altar to meet the mad endeavor of the age which is to annihilate time and space. It Is tho inherent duty of the people of the world today to place a higher and more sacred estimate upon the value of human life. B. C. FIGHT IN FREIGHT RATES CONTROVERSY Premier Oliver Is optimistic over the outcome of British Columbio's fight for cheoper freight rates, and accompanied by Mr. C. G. McGeer, K.C., counsel for the Government, will make another trip to Ottawa following the prorogation of the House of Commons. At that time Premier Mackenzie King has promised that the matter will receive the full attention of the Federal cabinet. BRONCHITIS .MIXTURE MSULTS 6UUANTOD FIRST DOSI 5 MWf '•% #•. • •• COUCH* BRONCHITIS COLDS SOLI) AT LAXG'S DRUG STORK SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923. THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER NINE Ilo=Ho Theatre Friday and Saturday, March 9th and 10th COMING STRAIGHT AT YOU ! STRONGHEART, THE WONDER DOG ! HO. DAVIS brtMtnts "Ohe SILENT CALL' A Girl and A Dog Among Men of AH Breeds Out Yonder in the Hills of Thrills Half-wolf, half dog—with steel trap jaws and lire eyes—a killer when the wolf call echoes in his ears—a beast of unmeasured devotion when his animal heart, charged with an inborn hate of men, knows the first touch of human kindness bestowed by a girl. EXTRA ATTRACTIONS "PIRATES OF THE DEEP"—One of the Fish Patrol Stories Fox Sunshine Comedy Matinee Saturday 2:30 p.m. MONDAY AND TUESDAY William Farnum in "Without Compromise" And Four Reels of Comedy WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY Universale Newest Serial "THE SOCIAL BUCCANEER" 10—TEN CHAPTERS—10 There is more action in this Serial than in any of the serials which were in fifteen or eighteen episodes. HEN FRUIT A rooster had been born and brought up entirely within his own chicken yard. Surrounded with more wives than the ex-Sultan of Turkey, he felt no inclination to explore the outside world until one day a dog got into the chicken yard and chased him. He dived into a clump of weeds and unexpectedly hit a hole in the fence and was free in a great open lot that happened to be an ostrich farm. Rooster-like, he strutted about the place until quite by accident he discovered an ostrich egg. To him it was a great revelation! He rolled it back into his own yard and called his harem about him. "Girls," said he, "I do not wish to be unkind. I do not wish to cast any aspersions on the wonderful work you have done, but I would like to call your attention to what they are doing in other places." Now we claim to make Al electrical installations. We adopt and adhere to the latest regulations, use only the highest class material and make every endeavor to give you the safest and best class of work known. But there is the possibility that we are overlooking some late improvement, some safer device, some new method or device; you draw our attention to same and should your suggestion be feasible we will in the interests of high class work adopt it without delay. Cumberland Electric Lighting Co., Ltd. NOTICE WHEREAS certain mischievously Inclined,persons have tampered with the valves of the mains of this Company, thereby allowing a considerable amount of water to run to waste, we therefore wish to point out that it is a serious offence to tamper with such valves, and should the offending parUes be apprehended, they will be prosecuted to the very fullest extent ot the law. CUMBERLAND AND UNION WATERWORKS COMPANY, LIMITED Visiting From Courtenay Mr. R. Childs, of Courtenay, Bpent the week-end with his sister Mrs. Frank Lalonde. • * * The Rev. Allen Green, of Quothlaskl Cove, held service in the Annex last Sunday afternoon. In spite of the bad weather, there waB a splendid attendance. INDIGESTION Relieved in Two Minutes With JO-TO Gas, acid, sour, burning stomach, all quickly relieved with Jo-To. Drug stores. Moir's High Grade Chocolates FRESH STOCK ALWAYS ON HAND New shipments ot these high- grade confections arrive every two weeks, ensuring fresh goods all the time. Henderson's Rough Boys Well Leathered S. DAVIS, «fc— FAMILY SHOE REPAIRER Nervousness REMOVER BY CHIROPRACTIC At Clarke's Residence. Hourst Any Day Between i and 5 p.m, E. 0. HAl'KEDAJ,, Chiropractor. CAMPBELL RIVER NEWS Successful Dunce at Mllelnnd 1'nvllllon The dance given last Saturday evening at tho Lilleland Pavllllon in aid of the Oyster Itiver School was a decided success from every point of view. About one hundred couple were ln attendance, the music being furnished by the Campbell River orchestra, assisted by Mr. Hunter, the violinist of McDonald & Murphy'H Camp, and was one of the very best to be heard. During the evening several prizes were contested for and won as follows: Prize waltz, Mr. Bourne and Mrs. Banner; jazz waltz, Mr. Lund and Mrs. Palmer. The lucky winners in the different raffles were: Jack Brun- ton, Mrs. Gardner, Mrs. Ed. Masters. The judges for the evening were Dr. Millard, T. R, Dixon and MrB. Wm. McNeill of Oyster niver. Mr. H. Murphy, Miss Nash, Mrs. Holmstcnd, Mrs. Banner, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McNeil, the men of McDonald & Murphy's Camp, nnd the people of Oyster Itiver all deserve great credit for the keen Interest they took ln the promotion ot this social event. About $200 was realized, which will bo used for the Oyster River School house, in the making of repairs and comforts for the kiddles of that district. * * * Mrs. Oscar Thulin returned home on Friday arter visiting friends in Lund. + • * T. R. Dixon, of Comox, was a visitor at the River last week. * ♦ * T. R, Caldbeck, of the Marshall Wells Company, of Vancouver, arrived at the River last Friday and left for the north at the end of the week with Mr. Hay In the launch "White Iris." * * * L. F. Cameron, one of the directors of the Rat Portage Lumber Company, was a guest at the Willows Hotel, this' week. * * * The S.S. "Chilllwack" of the Union Steamship Company, arrived on Sunday with the material for the new landing which is being built by Frank Gagne at the River. The work will be completed in the near future. * * * Austin's Orchestra Giving Masquerade A splendid time Is In store for all those attending the Lilleland Pavilion on Saturday, March 10, when a masquerade ball will be given by Austin's orchestra of Vancouver. Several prizes will be awarded for costumes, etc. From all reports there will be a record crowd in attendance, as arrangements have been made for spe ciol trains, automobiles and launches to convey the folks from the different camps and parts of the district. * * * Recovered Sufficiently to Return Home Mr. W. F. Best, of Victoria, who was taken suddenly ill while at the River some three weeks ago, has sufficiently recovered to leave the Hospital, and returned to his home on Friday. * * * "< nelolisln" Hits Sand Bar The steamer "Chelohsln" of the Union Steamship Company, had the misfortune to run on a sand bar at Campbell River last week-end, where it stuck hard for several hours. At 12 o'clock noon, with a high tide and full steam she finally backed off with little or no damage done. She was then able to proceed on her trip north. Drawing For Radio Set Keen interest is being token at the present time in the drawing for the radio set at the Campbell River Trading Company store. There are at present two radio receiving sets at the River. Since they have commenced broadcasting from Duncan Bay, messages are constantly being sent to Campbell Rlcer, and their daily concerts are greatly enjoyed by the people here. * * * Seymour Logging Co. Opening Up The Seymour Logging Company will commence operations this week, after being closed down practically all winter. The opening of this camp means that spring is here, and from now on all camps will be'iln full swing. Prospects ot the logging Industry this yenr look brighter than those of previous years. REPORT OF MERVILLE AND DISTRICT FIRE RELIEF FUND Statement ot Receipts and Disburse. meats Issued Over Signature of Messrs. Slmms nnd Eadle. On Thursday afternoon The Islander received the following report, which has been more or less eagerly awaited by people of this district for some time. The Islander has lately re ceived several requests for lnforrau tlon on this subject. The report foi lows: Merville and District Fire Relief Fund A financial statement of the receipts and disbursements under the above head ts appended for the Information of the public who so generously subscribed for the relief of tho fire sufferers in Mervile and district. A financial statement, It must be obvious, could not be published until the last transaction had taken place; this has now been completed nnd the executive committee ore now in a position to place before the public the result of their stewardship. Besides the duly audited statement now given, the executive committee have also detailed statements under the various heads governing every transaction in connection with the fund. For the benefit of the subscribers It may be desirable to state that the method which was adopted by the committee to ensure, as far as possible, an equitable distribution which would, as far as funds permitted, meet the immediate necessities of each in dividual case. It will be readily seen that with limited funds no question of compensation could be considered and the fund was therefore administered, as its name would Indicate, as a "relief" fund only. The manner In which the preliminary difficulties were overcome by the untiring efforts of many willing helpers ls known to all and was beyond all praise, and the first unavoidably chaotic conditions were reduced to orderly and methodical administration ln an Incredibly short space of time. Until such time as the resources of the committees could be definitely as certained and a final distribution of the fund made, a careful account of all expenditures made by the committee on behalf of individuals was kept so that, In the final distribution of the fund, equal treatment would be as- SPECIAL SALE 75 Boys' Suits in tweeds and serges, made up in the very latest styles, ranging in prices from $8.50 to $15.50 65 Men's Suits in brown, grey, navy blue and stripe nrSng $25.00 to $45.00 EXTRA SPECIAL IN LADIES' DRESS GOODS A shipment of Dress Goods just arrived from England, suitable for sports suits. Qf*f» Only, per yard a/tlL GORDON'S Phone 133 sured to all, governed only by the necessities of the Individual case. That the committee might have the fullest particulars of every case and that no circumstances should lack consideration, a questionnaire was given to eacli individual or family, in whicli they were invited to give the fullest particulars of the circumstances governing the particular case, for tiie confidential information and guidance of the committee. The particulars desired governed the age of settler, number of dependents, land held, nature of tenure of land, property loss, equity in property, amount of salvage, property elsewhere or income from other sources, insurance, employment conditions, etc., in fact, practically all particulars so given were verified to the fullest extent possible. Further, to ensure equality of treatment the committee did not moke direct allotments In cash In each case, but awarded a number of units according to ench circumstance of the Individual, by a system ngreetl upon beforehand, which would be applicable to all. Every circumstance (if each individual case was considered in detail by the executive committee and a record kept of each showing the exact method by which the committee's award of relief was arrived at, so that any individual case could be gone back to at any moment. On the total number of units awarded being finally ascertained, the nearest r/ractlcnl value of the unit was readily ascertained by dividing the balance of the fund available for distribution plus the amount nlready expended on behalf of individuals, by the total number of units. The value of the unit having been ascertained the nllotment fo the Individual case was automatic according to the number of unifs awarded, and the cheques for the amounts less any amounts already advanced in Individual cases, were duly distributed. It will bo readily understood thnt the amount of work involved was enormous, but the executive committee have felt it incumbent upon them to undertake it so that principles of absolute equity and Justice might be maintained. The administration expenses of the executive committee, Including postage, telephone, telegrams, advertising, audit fee and stenographic work, etc., extending over the whole period of administration, amounts to less thon eighty dollars and works out at practically five and three-fifths cents per centum of the fund. The thanks of all are due to those who so willingly aud gratuitously gave their services on the various committees; those who placed their homes at the disposal of the fire sufferers during the early days of the disaster, and also to the provincial government and the members o fthe general public who so generously contributed to the fund. CHAS. SIMMS, Chairman, Merville nnd District Relief Committee. Merville and District Fire Relief Committee Statement of receipts and disbursements, February 2G, 1023: Total receipts, as published from time to time in "Comox Argus" $13,fir,r..81 Disbursements Cash and goods issued to lire sufferers 10,924.20 Expenditure for Refuge Camp Fuel 26.75 Food 981.50 Wages 889.66 Cooking utensils, knives, forks, spoons, etc 05.20 Lumber, etc 26.86 Sundries 14.85 f 1.457.81 Miscellaneous i:\pcndlliiivs Accommodation hotels, etc... 7i4.no Dry goods, clothing, footwear 295.86 Medicine, tollel and sanitary articles 198.41 Telephones 24.55 Advertising 6.60 Sundries 154.54 $1,392.35 Transportation 184.95 $13,959.38 Deduct discounts received.... 3.57 113,955.81. CHAS. SIMMS, Chairman. WM. EADIE, Secretary-treasurer. I bave audited the accounts and vouchers of the Merville and District Relief Committee for period July 8th, 1922, lo February 26th, 1923, and tho above ts a correct statement of the receipts and disbursements of the Committee nnd shows correctly tho manner lu which disbursements have been made. R. J. SELFE, Auditor. TEN THE CUMBERLAND ISLANDER SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 1923. * ^&m&*+- Standing, sitting and walking correctly are the first essentials to good health and that elusive charm we call style A LL women wish to be well; but all women l\ do not appreciate the vital importance J. JLof correct corsetry as an essential to good health. The well-known medical authority, Alice S. Cutler, M.D., warns us: "As a physician who knows that if it were not for ill-fitting and the wrong kind of corsets we would have very few female in valids, I am naturally determined to do everything in my power to educate women in the proper fitting of corsets. Most learned physicians now recognize the modern corset as a hygienically healthful garment and one that is often the best means of providing corrective support for many bodily ailments." CORSETS The Original-Unequalled Front Lacing Corsets have attained their unquestioned superiority by assisting nature to perfect expression. Every Gossard is hygienically correct. Properly fitted to the figure for which it was designed it will give scientific support to abdominal and back muscles, with no chance of undue pressure at the waistline; the organs of nutrition will be free from pressure; the erect posture which is induced will encourage deep breathing and the diaphragmatic mus cles become strong with use. A woman so corseted will have the undeniable beauty of health and that grace of body, standing, sitting, or walking, which is best expressed in the one word, style. We unreservedly recommend Gossard Corsets as the complete expression of modern corsetry. Our highly specialized corset service is maintained with a full appreciation of the exacting needs of the modern, active woman. DRY GOODS GENTS FURNISHINGS AUCTION SALE AT THE AGRICULTURAL HALL, COURTENAY TODAY, SATURDAY, MARCH 10th At 1:30 p.m. FURNITURE—Beds, Dresser, Tables, Rugs, etc. MISCELLANEOUS—Good Buggy, 50-egg capacity combined Incubator and Brooder, Case of Glass (10 by 12), Peevies, Milk Cans, Broad Axe, about 100 feet %-inch Water Pipe, Buggy Wheels, Plough, Chain Leathers, Garden Tools, Scythe, etc. STOCK—One Milk Cow, Barred Rock Cockerel (first prize winner), pen pure bred White Wyandotte Pullets (laying). CLOTHING—Ladies' and Gents' well tailored Suits, in good order. LOOK—Quantity of New Sundries, including 3 dozen Files and Rasps, 1 dozen 4-ft, Rules, 8 yards Towelling, 5 yards Crash, 5 Towels, 10 yards Factory Cotton, 5 Paint Brushes, Quantity of Brick Trowels, 4 Aluminum Saucepans, 2 Preserving Kettles, 4 Dishpans, 2 Wash Basins, 4 Crocks, 3 Pudding Pans, 3 Enamel Saucepans, 2 Bread Knives, 3 Butcher Knives, 4 Clothes Lines, 4 Pairs Canvas and 1 Pair Rubber Cloves, 2 Kubber Mats, 3 Hair Brushes, 3 Sets Socket Wrenches, 1 dozen Wire Pliers, etc., etc. Don't Mish These! Have You Got the Time and Date? E. FELIX THOMAS Auctioneer Phone 151 All Kinds of Insurance Office: Booth Block, Courtenay. Notary Public House Phone 24L Mr. and .Mrs. A. Sommcrvlllo and child left for California on Tuesday morning. * * * Mr. and Mra. T. W, Scott returned from Vancouver on Tuesday. * * * Mr, Mat Hemlngson, of Victoria, spent last week-end in the city. * * « Mr. II Murdoch left for Vancouver on Tuesday morning. Maple Leaf Legion L.O-M. Carnival The Maple Leaf Legion, L. O. M. are planning a carnival dance to be held April 2, particulars of which will be announced later, * * * Miss A. Watson returned to Cumberland last Tuesdoy. She has completed her three years' training at the General Hospital, Vancouver, and now awaits graduation which will be held ln Jnne. Mr. C. Williams left for Vancouver on Thursday en route to Liverpool, England, where he will visit his parents. w « • Mr. H. Kay, representing the Imperial Varnish Co., of Vancouver, visited here this week. * * • "Mr. Goodwin, representing tho Burroughs Adding Machine Co., of Vancouver, visited here this week. PERSONAL MENTION Mr. Thomas Treloar left for Tacoma, Wash., on Thursday morning, where he will reside in future. Mrs. Treloar and children will follow later. * * * Mr. W. C. Rickson, who has been visiting his parents, Mr. ond Mrs. T. Rickson for some time post, returned to Vancouver Saturday morning. * * * Mr. R. E. Frost was a passenger on Saturday morning's train for Victoria where he will Join Mrs. Frost. * * * Miss Elsie Horwood returned from Victoria on Saturday evening. * * * Mrs. E. Parfltt, who has been visiting here for the past ten days, returned to Victoria Monday morning. * * * Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Splttal returned Thursday from n few days' visit ln Vancouver. Mr. Thomas Graham, General Superintendent, Canadian Collieries (D) Limited, returned from Victoria Wednesday. * * • Rev. James and Mrs. Hood left for Vancouver Monday morning. * * * Miss Jessie McDonald left for Vancouver Monday morning. * * * Mrs. E. Fletcher returned to her home in Nanaimo on Monday morning. * * + Mr. A. Dunbar, of the Provincial Police, motored to Nanaimo on Friday and returned Monday. * * * Mrs. G. J. Richardson returned from Victoria on Tuesday, where she has been visiting her daughter Kate, who is in training nt St. Joseph's Hospital of that city. * * * Mr. R. O'Brien returned from Vancouver on Tuesday. * * * Mrs. Dyer and son, of Victoria, ore ln town on a visit to her mother, Mra. Marlnelll. * « ♦ Mr. and Mrs. Charles McDonald returned from Vancouver on Monday last. Mr. and Mrs. Hawthorn, of Union Bay, were the guests of Mr. aud Mrs. J. Halllday during the week-end. * * * Mr. Geo. Cavln went to Nanaimo on Monday, returning Wednesday. * * * Mr. W. White left Thursday for a visit to Vancouver. + * * Miss Winnlfred Bellhouse left on Thursday morning for Parksville and Galliano Island for a few days' visit, after which she will go to Victoria. + * * Messrs. D. Wlckson, R. Nayasawo, S. Utslyaml, D. Kay, C. R. Goodman, H. Goldstein, Edward Taylor, J. W. Noble, all of Vancouver; R. McCulsh. H. S. Harper, Nanaimo, and J. W. Noble. Victoria, were guests at the Cumberland Hotel during the week. * * * Col. Ross Napier, of Victoria, arrived here Thursday. * « * Mr. Robert Barker left for Scotland on Thursday morning. BURNING STOMACH Relieved In Two Minutes With JO-TO Jo-To relieves gas pains, acid stomach, heartburn, after-eating distress and all forms of Indigestion quickly without harm. All drug Btores. FOR SALE FOR SALE-FOUR ACRES OF LAND; house containing three rooms, pantry lumber room; bum, garage, chicken house, woodshed. No reasonable offer refused. Apply P. O. Drnwcr ■Liu Islander. FOR SALE-FAWCETT KITCHEN Range, good ns new, 1)35; old stylo Singer Sewing Machine, $10; Oak Bcdstend, Motreas and Springs complete, all In good shape, $10. Apply Cumberland Motor Works. tf FOR SALE — THOROUGHBRED Cocker Spaniel Pups from splendid retrievers. C. B. Sturrup, Courtenay Road, Arden. (Opposite Erquhart MUD. M10 JERSEY COW, IN GOOD CONDITION. Price and particulars on application; also Ford car In first class shape, for $200; terms can be arranged. For further information apply P. O. Drawer 430 Islander. tf FARM WANTED WANTED—TO HEAR FROM OWN- ers of good farm for sale. State cash price, full particulars. D. F. Bush, Minneapolis, Minn. a SPECIALS FOR THE WEEK Success Lobster, \'i lb. tins, regular 50c, Special for 35c Lynn Valley Corn, li/2 lb. tins, reg. 15c, 7 for $1.00 Heinz Pork and Beans, reg. 15c tin, 7 for $1.00 Sockeye Salmon, the best 25c tin, 2 for 45e Pink Salmon, reg. 15c tin, 2 for 25c Clark's Tongue, Ham and Veal Paste, reg. 35c, for 25c Libby's Sourkraut, 2i/2 lb. tins, reg. 25c, 2 for 45c Libby's Happy Vale Sliced Pineapple, 2 lb. tins, reg. 35c, 3 for $1.00 LIBBY'S PICKLES Limit: 3 Bottles With Order Sweet Mixed, Sour Mixed, Sweet Chow, Sweet Gerkins $1.00 Sour Chow, Onion Pickles, Regular 45c bottle Q Special, 35c each, or ...O FOR Libby's Apple Butter, 1 lb. tins, reg. 25c, 2 for 45c 2 i/i lb. tins, reg. 50c, 2 for 95c Condensed Coffee or Cocoa, reg. 20c tin, 2 for 35c COMBINATION SPECIAL 1 Bottle Camosun Relish, reg 45c 1 Bottle Camosun Catsup, reg 35c 1 Bottle Camosun Marmalade, reg. 30c Regular Price $1.00 Special Price I DC B. & B. Choice Tea, per lb 50c B. & B. Ceylon Tea, per lb 60c Nice Juicy Oranges, doz. 35c; 3 doz. for $1.00 Burns & Brown B. & B. Grocery I AIRPLANES BLOCK FOREST FIRE OTTAWA.—A typically up-to-date story of the extinguishing of a forest fire comes from the Bow River, Alto., forest. The fire was reported by airplane, and, as it was of considerable size, o forest fire pump was rushed to the scene. After over a doy's work the Are was extinguished. Five men thus successfully fought a fire which, under old conditions, would hove required twenty. Only n couple of days after the fire was out, a violent storm occurred which would have rendered the fire uncontrollable and have spread It over the entire southern portion of the Jumping Pound district and into settled country. Prcscott, Ont.—For the third time the town has rejected all bids tor the Issue of $30,000 for school purposes; the highest bid was 98.07. Chatham, Out.—The council will not lustal any water mains of less than six inches. T HE body of the NEW SUPERIOR SEDAN, as with all Chevrolet closed car bodies, is Fisher- built, Fisher bodies are well known to be of the very highest type of construction, finish and appointment, and standard on the best closed cars. Upholstering is in velour and with polished nickle fittings, dome light and Ternstat window regulators. SPECIAL FEATURES of all Superior Models are: Semi-floating rear axle, and spiral bevel ring gear and pinion, Hyatt and New Departure bearings used. Driving compartment and instrument board are complete in every particular, ignition switch, speedometer, oil pressure, gauge, ammeter and dash light are grouped for the comfort and convenience of the driver. Drum type headlights and one-piece crowned paralled fenders, and curtains opening with doors are features of the Superior Touring Car. THE WORLD'S LOWEST PRICED QUALITY CAR Blunt & Ewart Ltd. Phone 61 Agents COURTENAY Phone 61
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