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f**4*************************<**- "AFRICA SPEAKS" *00000000*********************** Cumberland Islander WITH WHICH IS CONSOLIDATED THE CUMBERLAND NEWS AT THE Ilo-Ilo Theatre THIS WEEK-END **********00**********000*0***0 FIFTIETH YEAK-No. IB. CUMBERLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 1931. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE: TWO DOLLARS PER ANNUM. Death Claims Young Resident Mn. Clive Banks Sucumbs After Lingering lllne.t Mrs, Marie May Banks, wife of Mr. ('live Banks, of this city, passed to her rest on Saturday last after a long illness at thc early age of twenty- three. The deceased, prior to her marriage made her home with Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Potter, Ions? time residents of Cumberland. Shortly after her marriage, Mrs. Banks took sick and in an effort to restore her health she was taken to the Tranquille Sanatorium where she remained for some time. On her return to Cumberland she made her home with Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Potter again, the latter looking after her and giving her the best of care and attention. All in vain for the young wife and mother died on Saturday evening. The funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon, Rev. J. R. Hewitt, pastor of the Cumberland United Church officiating. Many friends of the deceased lady attended the funeral to pay their last respects and many beautiful floral tributes were received. Sutton's undertaking parlors had charge of the arrangements and interment took place in the Cumberland Cemetery, pallbearers being W, Whitehouse, E. Hughes, W. Hudson, G. Brown, H. Gibson and R. Toman. Left to mourn her loss, besides her husband and young daughter, are her aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Potter, with whom she made her home for so many years. Floral tributes were many and beautiful and are hereby gratefully acknowledged: ' Jane and Clive; Aunt Llla and Uncle John; Aunt Liza and Uncle George, Brother Ephy; Mother and Dad Banks; Harold, Nellie and [.ily; Uncle Harry and Edna (Vancouver); Aunt Carrie and Uncle Ted; BerdI and Hughie; Aunt Emma; Cumberland Fire Department: St. John Ambulance Association; Mrs. Whitehouse and Billie; Katie Bartholdi and Mrs. McRae; Mr. and Mrs. Buchanan and family; Mr. and Mrs. James Potter and family; Mr. and Mrs. J, H. Cameron; Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Parnham and family; Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd and family (Courtenay); Mrs. B, Why- ley and Joe; Mr. and Mrs. David Bell Dena and Jessie Baird; Mr. and Mrs. R. Toman; Members of Holy Trinity church; Ella and Jean; Mr. and Mrs. Lockhart; Mr. and Mrs. V. Frelone; Mrs. Francescini and Mr. Balagno; Mrs. W. S. Woods, Allen and Casey; Mr. and Mrs. J. Marocchi; Mr. and Mrs. Jack Davis; Mr, and Mra. Mann and family; Mrs. Hudson and family; Mrs. Wood and family (Oyster River), Mr. and Mrs. James Taylor (Oyster River); Margaret and Mrs. Geo. Shearer. MANY ATTEND THREE HOUR SERVICE AT HOLY TRINITY. Easter services at all churches in Cumberland attracted large congregations. Holy Trinity Anglican was beautifully decorated for the Easter Sunday services with massed white flowers, lilies and narcissi on the altar, foliage and daffodils on the chancel rails and rin the windows, and white narcissi round the baptismal font. The decorations were the work of the ladles of the congregation. The three-hour service on Good Friday, representing the three hours darkness at the Crucifixion was very largely attended, the Vicar, Rev, T. L. Hipp, delivering appropriate men- sages on the words from the cross. This was the first occasion on which such a service was held here and was very much appreciated. At Cumberland United Special Easter services were also held at Cumberland United church, the choir rendering special music. They sang the anthems "Worthy is the Lamb" (lira B. Wilson), "The Angel of the Lord" (Jamouneau), and "Lift Up Your Heads" (L, 0, Emerson). At the election, held recently for elders of the Cumberland United church, the following were duly returned: Messrs. A. Henderson, A. MacKinnon, J. J. McCreadie and J. Mann. Crib Finals Tonight Arrangements were completed last night for the holding of the big smoker and crib finals at the Memorial hall tonight. The singles final and doubles final' will take place just prior to the smoker. The players will be housed in a small room off the main room so that no spectator can interrupt the play. A huge cribbage board will be hung in the main room so that all will be able to follow the trend of the games. An ambitious programme has been arranged and it is expected that Mr. Harry Maynard will be present. The Maynard trophy will be presented to the captain of the Comox team, winners of the district league. In addition to the cup, individual players will be presented with a handsome cribbage board. NEIL ASKS FORGIVENESS FOR POSTMASTER WHO AIDED HIS OPPONENT. Ottawa, April 3.—Letters issued under signatures of the deputy postmaster general which required postmasters to make affidavits that they had not been guilty of politcal par- titnnship were severely scored by Hon. J. L. Ralston, former minister of national defence, in the House of Commons. Some amusement was caused by A. W. Nell (Ind. Comox-Alberni) who put In a "plea for forgiveness on behalf of a postmaster in his constituency who had been campaign manager for his opponent." The item was passed. Pulverized Coal Proves Success The following report was received hy the Chief Engineer of the Public Works Department at Victoria, Hon. W. A. McKenzie forwarding a copy: Dear Sir:—With reference to your letter of March 21, 1931, re the performance of the pulverized coal fired boiler at New Westminster. We have not as yet got the data on the actual evaporation we are getting per pound of coal burned, but we have been carrying out tests the last three weeks to find the characteristics of the Island coal when burned in powdered form and the fineness required to obtain the best operating conditions at this plant. » Regarding the economy of this unit, we find that with the same load as we had in the old plant before it was shut down, we are burning four tons of coal per day while the old plant required twelve tons of coal per day, to produce the same amount of steam. I also And that the Nanaimo slack coal which we have been using is very suitable for pulverized coal firing. It is easy to pulverize and easy to burn in the pulverized tern. With the pulverizing equipment which Is installed at this plant, by adjusting the fineness regulator we have been able to grind this coal over a range from forty-three per cent to 200 mesh screen up eighty per cent through a 200 mesh screen. The coal is so easy to burn that we have been able to get a fire with coal so coarse thafonly fifty per Sent will pass through a 200 mesh screen. This however, is not the most economical fineness, from observations and testa I find that the best results are obtained when the coal is pulverized so that seventy-five to eighty per cent will pass through 200 mesh screen. Grinding to this fineness we have been able to get a range on the boiler from forty per cent of rating up to 225 per cent rating or more than five to one while ordinarily makers figure that three to one is about the best they can get, this wide range is due In a large measure to the characteristics of the coal. The stack has been very good just a light grey smoke being visible and not very much of that. With the water cooled furnace we have been able to run consistently with sixteen per cent CO= at the higher ratings, and have had no trouble with the slogging of the ash. At seventy-five per cent of boiler rating which is the average load at thia time of year we have been operating with fifteen per cent CO* with a fine gas temperature leaving the boiler of 450 degress and leaving the air heater 340 degrees. It is possible to take the cold boiler with no pressure and have it on the line at 125 pounds pressure and 100 per cent rating in twenty minutes. The coal is easy to grind, the power consumption being low to pulverize the coal to the fineness required, also during the time that the plant has been running there has been very little wear on the mill. I regret very much that we cannot report definite findings at once, as we have still some experimental runs and tests to make, after each adjustment analysis of the carbon content of the ash has to be made. The engineer representing the makers of the plant is very thorough and we are working In close harmony with him. I would be glad If you will tell Mr. MacKenzie that at the earliest possible date we will make a full report. Yours respectfully, "WALTER LEEK". P. S.—The saving effected In new plant over the original Installation, as mentioned with the powdered coal unit was also observed when operating the stoker equipped boiler over a run of several weeks." "W.L." Members of the Men's Bridge Club met at the home of Mr. N. O. DeWit, Penrith avenue on Wednesday evening, three tables being in play. This was the last regular meeting of the season. Following the card games appetizing refreshments were served. Those present were Messrs. C. W. Sillence (Royston), F. Dalby, R. Shaw, F. Pickard, W. Cope, W. T. Turnbull, W. P. Symons, W. Mason, J. J. McCreadie, Sergt. Mansell, of Courtenay and N. O. DeWlt. Local Harmony Rebekahs Visit Nanaimo Lodge Cumberland, April 7.—Many members of local Harmony Rebekah lodge No. 92, accompanied by Grand Master J. C. Brown, motored to Nanaimo on Monday to Join Miriam Rebekah lodge No. 3, of that city, In welcoming Mrs. Merrlhcw, President of the Rebekah Assembly; Mrs. Margaret McDonald, Warden and Mrs. Elliott, Past President of the Assembly, all of Vancouver, who paid a visit there. Initiation was exemplified and Interesting addresses delivered by the grand officers. Following the buslneas session a sumptuous, banquet was tendered the visitors, who are loud In their praise of the reception accorded them. Beautiful decorations were a feature of the affair. Motoring from Cumberland were J. O. Brown, Grand Master; P. McNIven; Mesdames O. Whyte, C. O'Brien, O. Conrod, R. Littler, W. Younger, G. Shearer; A. Wain, F. Parkinson, H. Mounce, W. Stockand and Miss H. Horbury. Provincial Cup Game Sunday Eagles Meet Strang Native Ssiai' Team of Duncan What promises to be the most important soccer game played in Cumberland for many years will take place on the Recreation Ground, Sunday, at 2:30 when the local Eagles and Duncan Native Sons will clash in the semi-final for thu Provincial Junior championship. Both teams have been playing good football this season and a keen and close game is anticipated. As the locals had to guarantee the visitors a substantial sum of money to travel to Cumberland, the executive* appeal to the soccer fans for generous support on Sunday. In addition to helping the club out financially patrons will be sure of seeing a game well worth while. The Duncan Native Sons will leave Duncan at 7 o'clock Sunday morning and will be here about noon which will give the players an hour or two to stretch their legs. The team to represent the Eagles will be Walker, goal; Jas. Brown and Ed Bickle, backs; C. Tobacco, H. Conrod and J. Weir, half-backs; H. Gibson, H. McFarlane, R. Howay, W. Stant and L. Bartholdi, forwards. Reserves, J. Hunter, C. Bradley and G. McLellan. Coal Troubles Are Again Up Victoria, April 1,—The coal question was before the meeting of the directors of the Chamber of Commerce yesterday on two different aspects. The Department of Marine at Ottawa wrote explaining that the use of oil on the new hydrograph survey vessel was made necessary in view of the fact that it would avoid a lot of lost time, in coaling. It was pointed out that the new vessel was intended to be used on the west coast of Vancouver Island, and, whereas, by using oil it would fuel up only once in the season. If coal were adopted it would mean a loss of time each month taking on fuel, together with the added objection to coal being dirty in the working sections of the vessel. The other matter connected with the coal proposition came in a communication from the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, which pointed out that certain legislation introduced into the Legislature of British Columbia threatened the creation of ill feeling between the two provinces. This bill suggested unfair treatment of Alberta coal entering British Columbia. In this matter the legsilative com- mittee of the local chamber reported that they had suggested to thc Department of Mines that the objection from Alberta might be overcome. R. B. Mayhew offered the explanation that the matter had come up on a complaint from Nanaimo, that, under the present conditions connected with sale of coal In this province, a buyer had difficulty in being assured that he was receiving local coal when he requested it. There had been no .intention to work any injustice upon Alberta coal. C. P. Hill explained the difficulty that existed In the labelling of coal under any classification, inasmuch as it was difficult to say what the class should be In most cases. He, however, took occasion to express the view that in Victoria it was felt that coal was costing about twice what it should. Part of this wns due to the fact that the miners were working short time, part to the fact that too much rock had often to be mined to get the necessary coat, nnd part due to the fact that it cost too much a ton for local delivery. J. 0. Cameron felt that the bill complained of, if it passed in its present form, would be void, and therefore there was little danger of its working any Injury. *-*********************0000**00004 NOTICE FOR TENDERS Tenders are called, at price per foot, for the digging and back-filling of a trench from No. 5 Japtown to Cumberland Cemetery for a Y. -inch' pipeline, Thc trench to bo 10 feet from centre of roail and 14 inches deep. Trench to be located on westerly side of rood. T'.'ndera are ulso called for thc laying of a ***<-Inch pipeline in trench from No. ft Japtown to Cumberland Cemetery, approximate length of trench is 8,000 feet. For plans and specification apply Secretary, Medical Board Canadian Collieries Office. Tenders to be in by 12 noon on Tuesday, April 14th. The lowest or any tender pot neces- sarilq accepted. Hy order Medical Board. Canadian Collieries (D.), Limited Employees' Medical Fund. - ***********************.....***.* BIG COMBINED BENEFIT. The Canadian Legion, the Rod and Gun Club and the Cumberland Welsh Society will join together on Saturday, April 18th to hold a monster benefit whist drive and dance in the Memorial hall for the benefit of a resident of the town. Local First Aid Team For Van. Will Enter Contest for Provincial Championship A team from Cumberland will enter the first aid competition to be held in Vancouver next week for the Daily Province shield, emblematic of the provincial championship. The team will leave on Tuesday afternoon nnd will consist of M. Brown, T. Eccleston, W. Bennie, B. Horbury and J. Buchanan, A. J. Taylor, first aid instructor will most likely accompany the team. The winners will not be announced right after the contest but at a special gathering to be held in the Hotel Vancouver on Wednesday night at which demonstration of first aid work will be given.' Welsh Benefit Whist Drive Is Well Supported Cumberland. April 6.—With their usual spontaneous response when any benefit affair ls held, tne people of this city and surrounding district turned out In large numbers on Saturday evening to the whist drive and dance under the auspices of the Welsh Society in aid of one of their members. Cumberland hall was comfortably filled lor the whist with thirty- four tables ln play when winners were: Ladles, flrst, Mrs. E. Boyd; second, Mrs. J. D. Davis; consolation, Mrs. W. Beveridge; gentlemen, first, O. Guy; second, Mrs. A. Somerville, substituting; consolation. S. Hunt, Sr. Ladles of the society served abundant refreshments after which the hall was cleared for a well-attended and Jolly danoe with the McLeod orchestra supplying music In its well-known style, its services being voluntary. Adding to the handsome amount netted were the proceeds of a raffle when the lucky numbers were held by W. A. Longland and R. Peters, winners receiving lovely pieces of fancy work donated by ladles of the society. Whist prizes also were donated by members towar da good cause. Round The Town Mrs. W. Newman entertained on Tuesday evening at her Allen avenue home in honor of Mrs. J. Redhead, who returned to Powell River on Wednesday. Two tables of bridge were in play, Mrs. Wain gaining first prize and Mrs. Calnan second, and Mrs. H. Mounce consolation. The hostess served dainty refreshments during the evening, everyone having a jolly time. Invited guests were Mrs. J. Redhead, Mrs. S. Covert, Mrs. Calnan, Mrs. Wain, Mrs. H. Mounce, Mrs, Nash, Mrs. Frew, Mrs. W. Newman and Miss Ivy Frew. * * * The Elite Cribbage Club sponsored a very successful cribbage drive in the Cumberland hall on Wednesday evening there being twelve tables in play.-Mrs. W. Mossey secured the ladies' prize with a score of 719. Mrs. J. Murray (sub) and Mr. Jock Stephenson tied with a score of 726, the prize eventually going to Mr. Steph: enson, who won the deciding game. Delicious refreshments were served by the ladies. * * * Mrs. G. K. MacNaughton and Mrs. R. Strachan will hold a silver tea at Mrs. MacNaughton's home, Windermere avenue, on Tuesday, April 14, from 3 to 7 p.m.. Everyone cordially invited. * * * Mr. and Mrs. A, F. Gibson, of West Vancouver, and Mr. and Mrs. U. E. Brighton, of Vancouver, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. Merrifield, Cumberland Hotel, for the Easter holidays. Dr. and Mrs. E .R. Hicks and son Albert, left for Vancouver on Monday on a week's vacation. Dr. Hicks will return to Cumberland on Saturday in time for the First Aid contests to be held in thc Ilo-Ilo. * • * Mr. and Mrs. Buckley, of Cnssidy, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tait, Maryport avenue, over the week-end. Miss C, MacKinnon spent the Easter holiday in Victoria and attended the teachers' convention whilst there. * * * Rev. J. R. Hewitt left Wednesday for a few days holiday and will return to Cumberland on Saturday. * • * Mrs. Ledingham and son, Gordon, were visitors to Vancouver for the Easter holiday. * * * Miss E. Bowering of the High School teaching staff is n visitor in Vancouver, Mrs. L. R. Stevens is visiting her daughter Mrs. Tommy Bourne of Vancouver. Twenty-Two Teams Enter Arrangement! Completed for Indoor Meet Saturday Night All arrangements have been completed for the big indoor meet, under auspices of thc British Columbia and Coast District branch of the Mine Safety Association in conjunction with the Cumberland Centre-St. John Ambulance Association to be held at the Ilo-Ilo on Saturday night. The contest promises to he one of the largest indoor meets ever held on. the Island. From information received, twenty-two teams have entered the contest, twelve from the Cumberland Centre and ten from outside points. Included in the Cumberland Centre entries are two teams from the Comox Logging and Railroad Company, Magnificent prizes have been obtained for the competition and the interest displayed hy the local entrants augurs well for the success ot the meet. It had been expected that the Hon. Minister of Mines, W. A. WacKenzie, would have been present to present the prizes to the successful competitors, but as he is at present in California, he wrote informing the executive that it would be impossible for him to be present. Dr. G. K. MacNaughton, M.L.A., will substitute for the minister and will present the prizes. Following the contest a free dance will bc held. Badminton Closes At Courtenay Flay Brought To Clew With Club Tournament The badminton season in Courtenay closed on Wednesday night when the finals in the club tournament were played with the following results, ln the mixed doubles Miss C. Carey and A. Walker defeated Miss C. MacKinnon and J. Richardson; in thc ladies' doubles Miss MacKinnon and Miss W. Calnan defeated Miss M. McPherson and Miss Owen Fairbairn; In the men's doubles R. Ash and W. Brown defeated R. Bowie and W Dobson. All thc names of members were placed In a hat and partners drawn in this way. Some very good games resulted. This has been the most successful year ln thc history of the club. An excellent sporting spirit has been shown throughout and the club has been considerably strengthened, both as to membership and standard of play by the advent of members from the Imperial club at Royston when that body disbanded. There were fifty-five active members In the club and lnterclub games were played with Nanaimo, Campbell River, United Church (Cumberland), Whippets (Cumberland) and Port Alberni, the Courtenay club winning seven out of twelve lnter-club tournaments played. Next year the club will probably enter the upper island league and is expected to give a good account of itself. Following are the complete scores of thc games played In the tournament brought to a close last Wednesday night: Mixed Doubles First Round—Miss MacKinnon and J. Richardson beat Miss Marvin and G. Brown. 11-1, 5-11, 15-6; Mrs. Falrbalrn and R. Bowie beat Miss McPherson and Cs. Brown; Miss Marvin and R. Ash beat Mrs. Steele and B. Hughes, 11-5,11-5; Mrs. Cope and W. Scott beat Miss Towler and S. Venables, 11-3, II- 0; Miss Martin and A. Wilson beat Miss Williams and S. Venables, 11-6. 11-2; Miss Leighton and H. Nelson beat Miss Waterfield and H. W. Duckitt, 11-8, 11-5; Miss Duncan and C. Newman (bye); Miss Falrbalrn and N. Rtblnson beat Miss Harrison and A. Rossiter, 11-6, 11-3; Miss Carey and A. Walker beat Miss Maxwell and H. Stewart, 11-7, 3-11, 15-11; Mrs. Kirk and R. Idiens (bye); Miss Smart and D. Lockhart beat Miss Feeney and W. Dobson, 11-9, 2-11, 16-10; Miss Calnan (Continued on Page Two) B.C.E.R. BUZZER G1IVES B. C. COAL A BIG BOOST. The average person may think that there is little he can do to promote the usi> of Uritish Columbia coal as against the importation of oil. But there is one wny which in open to everyone—use more gas for cooking and heating. (ins is mndo entirely fri.in British Columbia coul. Every cubic foot of iras you use is 100 per cent British Columbia product and your use of it is helping to keep British Columbia eoal miners in work. Honor List For Month Of March Div. I, Grade VIII, teacher, G. E. Apps.—.No. enrolled, 32; percentage attendance, 99.22; perfect, 23; late. 2. Honor Roll—Stanley Lawrence, Donna McRae, Lome Murdoch, Ina Robertson, Margaret Beveridge, Yn- ssuhumi Kadauguchi, Ming Cheung. DiV: II. teacher, T. A. Gallivan.— No. enrolled. 35; late, 2; percentage attendance 99; perfect attendance, 29. Honor Roll—Albert Hicks, Hiroshi Ogaki, Moyshi Kimoto, Masahiko Ta- tushi, Fred Martin, Betty O'Brien, Div. Ill, Grade VI, teacher, I. McFadyen.—No. enrolled, 33; percentage attendance, 97.03; perfect attendance, 26. Honor Roll—Tsugio Iwasu, Gladys Miller, Yasuhi Yamasaki, Arnold Bonora, Low Foo, Keith McKee. Div. IV, Grades V and VI, teacher C. MacKinnon.—Percentage attendance 93.3; lates, 6; perfect attendance, 24. Honor Roll—Grade 6: Tetsuo Aoki, Frank Sutton; Grade V: George Ogaki, Margaret Armstrong, Margaret James. Div. VI, Grade Sr, IV and Jr. V, teacher, H. Watson.—No. enrolled, 44; percentage attendance, 95; perfect attendance, 30; no. of lates, G. Honor Roll—Sr. IV: Linda Cavallero, Michiko Ampi, Regnald Watson; progress, Doreen Henderson; Grade Jr. V.Maimie Chow, Phyllis Robertson, Marcus Grant. - - Div. VH, Grade IV Jr., teacher, Jessie I. Baird—No. enrolled, 40; percentage attendance, 91.56; total attendance, 814; lates, 4. Honor Roll—Rosie Golafrio, Toshiko Yamamoto, Hiromi Saito, Toshiko Obara, Bessie Mah, Dorothy Brown. Div. VII, Grade V Sr. .teacher, C. Carey—No, enrolled, 35; percentage attendance, 94.7; lates, 1. Honor Roll.—Kenneth Gibson, Laureen Frelone, William Warren. Tom Stephenson, Mavis Sutherland. Div. IX, Grades Jr. and Sr. Ill, teacher, M. Robinson—No. enrolled, 34; percentage attendance, 92.3; perfect attendance, 15; lates, 2. Honor Roll—Grade III Jr.: Myrtle Vahle, Gilfred Bruce, Olga Harrison; Grade III Sr.: Nettie Gibson. Harry Kenmare, Richard James. Div. X, teacher, B. Horbury.— No. enrolled, 40; percentage attendance, 9S; perfect attendance, 31; lates, 2. Honor Roll—2A: Gloria Aspecy, Jack Price, Miriam Turnbull; 2B: Rae Spooner, Audrey Younger, Grace Guy, Marion Dunsmore. Div. XI, teacher, J. K. Robertson- No. enrolled, 37; percentage attendance, 90.75; perfect attendance, 36; lates, 2. Honor Roll—Oriental Jr. III, 12 pupils: Kimiko Saito and Waikiko Suyama and l.Vmako Tateyama equal; Oriental, Sr. II, IK pupils: Koko Ka doguchi, Uttaka Aida, Yoshio Watnn- abe; English Sr. II, S pupils: Alex Young, Frank Scavardo. Div. XII, teacher, C. Richardson— No. enrolled, 36; percentage attendance 9N.7; lates, 0; perfect attendance, 31. Honor Roll—Grade II: Yoshiko Hirosi*. Kazuoyshi Obara, Tatsuo Aoki, Pearl Cheung; Grade I: Michio Kinioto, Hannako Matsubuchi, Dora Wong, Yukiko Nakauchi, Ayame Tauruoka, Takuharu Makimoto. Div. XIII, grade I, teacher P. Hunden—No. enrolled, 43; percentage attendance, 90.11; perfect attendance, 17; lates, 5, Honor Roll—Grnde I Sr.: Valda Frelone. Robin Eadie', Malcolm Stew- nre, Nita Pilling; Grnde 1 Jr.: Dorothy, Vahle, Winnifred Williams. Glarrte Kenmare. JOLLY SURPRIISE PARTY. A jolly surprise party on William Warren was held on Friday last when a number of tho young friends of William made it up to give him a call, A most jolly evening ensued, many gumes being played by the young folks. Refreshments were served nnd thoroughly enjoyed by all. Those present included Tommy Bates Tummy Hobbs, Sammy Hobbs, Freddie Hates, C. Gibson, L, Lewis, M. Warren, W. Warren, A. Warren, Elizabeth Bnird, Rita Baird and Ruth Bates. Council Meeting Of Short Duration Very Little Business Before City Fathers Owing to lust Monday being Easter Monday and the regular night on which the Council meet, the city fathers did not meet until Tuesday. Very little businei came up for discussion and fallowin the adopting of the minutes of tbe last regular and special meetings City Clerk Cope read a communication from Mr. Muirhead asking for his account against the city be settled The clerk was instructed to write to Mr. Muirhead and obtain from him a detailed statement of his account. Rills anil accounts to the amount nf $1426.15 were presented and referred to the finance committee for payment. Reports of committees showed that all departments were in a satisfactory condition. Alderman Henderson reported for the board of works that the majority of the worst holes on the city streets had been repaired. He also brought up the matter of sewer connection for the Mussatto property, opposite Frelone Grocery store. The council granted the agent of the property permission to connect with the city sewer the work to be done tothe satisfaction of the Board of Works. Insurance on the Hayes-Anderson truck wa.s ordered renewed with the same agent. The Mayor intimated that the finance committee should meet and bring in the estimates for the year before the next general meeting. The Finance Committee met Thursday night and prepared the estimates which will be presented at the meeting of the council on April 20th. Alderman Ledingham asked permission to hring in a general rate bylaw at the meeting of the council and Alderman Williams asked permission to bring in two school rote by-laws at the next meeting. Both requests were granted. ROYSTONITE WEDS IN NEW YORK. Of interest to many people in Cumberland is the announcement of the marriage in New York on March the 11th, of Mrs. Madge Dowdall Case to Mr. M. W, Haney, of New York. The bride is the daughter of Mr. R. P. Dowdall, of Tacoma, formerly of Royston.and lived for a great many years here, Mr. Dowdall being an employee of the Canadian Collieries, (Dunsmuir), Limited, for a long period. Hon. E. B. Ryckman Issues New Rules For Coal Duties Ottawa, April 3.—Regulations of Hon. E. B. Ryckman, Minister of National Revenue, setting values on bituminous coal for duty purposes, have been amended in the lesser details. The value fixed on slack remains at $1.00 a ton and on run-of- inine at $1.25, but certain allowances are made to dealers. The purpose of the value fixing is to prevent coal entering Canada below these figures, ns the dumping duty should apply automatically. In part the new regulations read as follows: "The above values to apply at points of production, and when the goods are exported to Canada from diversion or intermediate distributing point, the value for duty shall be the above values with the addition of all charges to such intermediate point, The above prices are subject to 16 cents per ton allowance oti slack coal, and 25 cents per ton allowance ou other grades to bona fide dealers In Canada when such coal is imported for resale, provided thai the resale price in Canada shall not be less than $1.00 per ton for slink and $1.26 per ton for other grades, plus all charges upon the goods after shipment from the point of production. May 24 Celebration At the council meeting held on Monday night the matter of the holding of the annual celebration on May 24th was brought up by Aid. Henderson wbo suggested holding a meeting a little earlier than was the case last year when very little time was left to complete arrangements. A meeting of all interested will be held in the Council Chambers on Thursday night at 7:30 when the Mayor expects a full attendance. During the week many rumours of a certain clique having a grievance have been hoard. The promoters of the 24th of May celebration would esteem it n great favor if any person or persons has anything to say, to attend the organization meeting on Thursday next when a full aud frank discussion can bo entered inlo. The street comer, the booze parlors and the various other places where people congregate are no places to air grievances. Attend the meeting and get if off your chest is the advice we nre handing out. PAGE TWO FRIDAY, APRIL 10th, 1931. The Cumberland Islander EDWARD W. BICKLE AN EDITOR'S PRAYER THE LIFE of u policeman, a preacher and a newspaper man is not at any timo a happy one. All three are subject to public criticism. Few, if any, desire to find their way to the jail; no one agrees with the sermon delivered by the preacher, and we are certain that the rumblings of a newspaper are condemned. We are openly told so, but have become casehardened, We have come to the conclusion that the fewer friends one has the better he is off. Someone wrote, "Lord, preserve me from my friends." As the years roll on we are convinced more than ever that it is a naked truth. Vour enemies ask no favors, they get none, they expect none—but your friends. Ah! that's the rub! A cop, a preacher and a scribe should have this for their motto: Be civil to all; serviceable to many; familiar with few; friend to one (your wife); enemy to none. country which wants to buy her machinery in return. This is a trade question purely and simply. Canada rightly repudiates Bolshevism as a principle. There is no place and no need for it here. But Canada and every country in the world, whether they like it or not, must for their own welfare reckon with Sov.et Russia as a dominant trade factor. If Russia wanted to sell us bituminous coal it would be a different thing, for British Colun.bia and all Canada must conserve and promote our own bituminous coal in- industry. But if Canada, already buying in the world's anthracite fields, will not buy Russian anthracite, then Russia will sell it elsewhere, and Canada will lose the compensating business that provides payrolls and puts food in the lunch baskets of industrial workers. Vancouver Sun. TWO KINDS OK COAL A LETTER to The Vancouver Sun published on this page t.iday calls attention to a vital point to be remembered in regard to Soviet trade. When Russia proposed (10,000,000 in trade with Cun- adfl, Russia's idea was to sell anthracite eoal to Canada, and to buy fanning machinery in return. Canada turned it down. And in doing m, she turned down an industrial market for the products of Canadian labor. Supporters of that refusal have argued that Canada has plenty of eoal of her own, nnd that in refusing Russian coal she was keeping out competition with her own mines, including those of British Columbia. . But was she? Russia proposed to ship anthracite, not bituminous coal to Canada. There is no competition there with British Columbia mines, at least. Canada is spending millions of dollars n year for anthracite coal. In one year, ending March 31, 1930, she imported 2^,555,904 tons of it from the United States. In all, she imported 20,582,5!*0 tons, with Britain supplying most of the remainder. In return for that 28 million tons from the United States, how much farm machinery did Canada sell to that country? How much did the United States tariff on machinery let he Hell? Canada imports coal by the millions of tons from a country that buys little or none of her farm machinery, but she refuses to buy the same type of coal from a iife^*^^:*f:;*s4i^fei The House That QUALITY Built After all is saitl and done, quality and fair priceH are far and away better than low prices and quantity. How many times have you bought foodstuffs at low prices and found they were hardly fit to eat. Quality is our watch word and quality has built for us an enviable reputation. Deal at the store that appreciates your patronage. QUALITY FIRST, LAST AND ALL THE TIME City Meat Market BETTER TIMES AHEAD CONCOMITANT with thc adjournment of parliament for Easter recess there are indications of a turning point in economic condition. Mtu-ch 31st saw government grants for unemployment run out, and while unemployment is probably at the prerent time still more widespread than it was at the end of last summer, it as true also thut the Dominion has come through the winter months as well as the most hopeful expected and hns reached the spring season somewhat frayed by the pressure of conditions, no doubt, but nevertheless on the verge of seasonal activities that will go far to readjust the situation. How far government and the tariff they impose, the works they create, thc direct and indirect assistance they give bear relation to eras of proLperity or adversity is a question much debated but that a great deal can be done to tide over the communities is beyond question. From all quarters come reports that financial assistance given by parliament last fall was a godsend. Also there ean be little doubt but thot unemployment would have been still more serious had it not been for the increased activities in automobile, textile and some other industries following the tariff increases; while the collapse of wheat prices would no doubt have gone still further were it not for the support given the wheat pool by the provincial legislative bodies, Looking ahead thc future is much more hopeful if still far from beingr bright to those stilt looking for the early return of boom times. Thc recovery is bound to be sjow, when the agricultural situation nnd conditions in the pulp and paper and other fundamental industries are taken into consideration, and uilil world buying power is restored. The most recent reaction in the stock markets indicates what may be expected when optimism is restored too rapidly. But the important thing is that hope and confidence have been reborn. Financial Times. Badminton Closes .Continued from Pake One) YV. P. Symons i I I H I I I I I I if Phone 111 m is und W. Brown beat Miss Harrison and R. Bowie, 11.8, 11-7; Miss Maxwell and D. Falrbalrn (bye). Second Round—Miss MacKinnon and J. Richardson won by default; Mrs. Fairbairn and R. Bowie beat Miss D. Marvin and R. Ash, 11-5, U-8; Mrs. Cope and W. Scott beat Miss Martin and A. Wilson, 11-7, 5-11, 15-5; Miss Leighton and H. Nelson won by default; Miss Fairbairn and N. Robinson beat Miss Duncan and O. Newman, 11-1, 11-3; Miss Carey and A. Walker beat Mrs. Kirk and R. Idlens. 11-0, U-8; Miss Smart and D. Lockhart beat Miss Calnan and W. Brown, 5-11, U-8, 15-7; Miss Maxwell and D. Falr- balnr (bye). Third Round—Miss Macklnnon and J. Richardson beat Mrs. Fairbairn and R. Bowie, U-8,11-3; Mra. Cope and W. Scott beat Miss Leighton and H. Nelson, 11-0, 11-6; Miss Carey and A. Walker beat Miss Fairbairn and N. Robinson U-8, 11-6; Miss Maxwell and D. Falrbalrn beat Miss Smart and D. Mackenzie & Partridge ice Box 343 CUMBERLAND, B. C. Opposite the Pos ' Lower Prices Better Values \*lt\*M, .t**t\,m ...<!As.ss» ..■s/^/ss/lA.Oss.ss/j/VM —tlfgm md^aa. '*tt\fna., .Attn ,.Hi\M , il*s>smti.it1i*amtas^lt*f.G Post Office Box 343 Opposite the Post Office Money Savers t You will no doubt be needing New Goods for Spring - We are right in line at the Lower Prices! ! ! ! :.!).*> «hu.4«) $1.59 ;. SHOE DEPARTMENT Ladies' Strap Slippers and Oxfords regular $3.95 and $4.50 now on sale at $2.95 Men's Black Oxfords reduced to .. . $2.95 Men'H Pit Shoes, nailed, reduced to .. $3.95 Boys' School Shoes, in solid leather, priced at $2.75, $2, CLOTHING DEPARTMENT Men's Overcoats. We have a few left, regular $20.00 coals in blue chinchilla, grey and brown tweeds. We fl?"| 1 AC sacrifice them at tj)A L.tjij Men's Underwear—Shirts and Drawers in dark grey All Wool, regular $1.95, on sale at Men's Shirts and Drawers, per suit $1.10 Shirts and Drawers, Penman's, re- QQ », duced to, per garment OuC Shirts and Drawers in heavy cream rib All Wood, regular $1.95, now $1.25 Men's Combinations, usually sold '7K/» at $1.00, now lOC Men's Combinations, no button 85c Men's Overalls, blue pant, heavy weight Men's Overalls, blue pant, strongest made 9 oz. at $1.75 Men's Work Shirts in navy blue, light blue and khaki at 79c Men's heavy Work Shirts, Union Wool in grey and khaki at 9.5c Now showing the newest in Men's Felt Hats, in the latest shades of light brown, dark brown and shades of pearl from $2.95 55c 75c '; BOYS' DEPARTMENT Boys' Combinations, all sizes Boys' Pants (knickers) in navy blue and tweeds from Boys' I,ong PantH, sizes 24 to 32, in All Wool tweeds at $1.75 Boys' Jazz Caps at 25c Boys' Tweed Caps at SOc and 7.5c Boys' Golf Hose, fancy tops at 10c and 50c YOU CAN'T BEAT THESE PRICES! Prints, Prints, 500 yards in the latest patterns, 36 inches at per yard 25c Silk Rayons in a variety of patterns at ! 49c $1.50 White Flannelette Sheets, largest size, 12 x 4, Now is your chance at per pair $2.49 LOOK AT THIS! Flannelettes in colored stripes and white regular 20c and 25c now for d» "| AA . , cash. 6 yards for tDl.UU ' ' Boys' vSwcaters—We have a large range, V neck, button shoulder and shawl collar. All at reduced prices, from $1.00 Sweaters for men at hard-time prices, V neck, zipper front, shawl collar from $1.95 Men's Work Sox, all wool, reg. 35c, 4 pairs for $1.10 Men's Work Sox at 25c Men's Fine Dress Sox at 25c, 35c, 50c, SOc. t t.t^lttmtm*Jtpta**t**Aft» •ttt*Jt/t*>*t0*sT}ttamimmJlfmmmm sH»W« ■ wmj*!.,. *tmj\t. ***&* tmt*Jwt.,.,,m^fm.mtm4\t.}m\\ Lockhart, U-3, 11-3. Semi-finals—Miss MacKinnon and J. Richardson beat Mrs. Cope and W. Scott, 11-7, 11-2; Miss Carey and A. Walker beat Miss Maxwell and D. Falrbalrn, U-7. U-10. Final—Miss Carey and A. Walker beat Miss MacKinnon and J. Richardson, 15-7, 15-3. Ladles' Doubles Miss MacKinnon and Miss Calnan (bye); Miss Towler and Miss Feeney beat Mrs. Steele and Miss Marvin, 11-1, U-8; Miss Smart and Miss Carey (bye); Miss Maxwell and Miss Martin beat Miss Leighton and Mrs. Cope 11-2, U-8. (All other teams byes). Second Round —Miss MacKinnon and Miss Calnan beat Miss Towler and Miss Feeney, 11-4, 11-6; Miss Smart and Miss Carey beat Miss Maxwell and Miss Martin, U-8, 8-11. 15-11; Miss Fairbairn and Miss McPherson beat Mrs. Kirk and Miss Waterlleld, U-8, U-10; Mrs. Falrbalrn and Mlsa Harrison beat Miss Duncan and Miss Williams, U-10, U-9. Semi-finals—Miss MacKinnon and Miss Calnan beat Miss Smart and Miss Carey, U-7, U-7; Miss Falrbalrn and Miss McPherson beat Mrs. Falrbalrn and Miss Harrison, U-3, 11-1. Final—Miss MacKinnon and Min Calnan beat Miss Falrbalrn and Mlu McPherson. 15-11, 15-11. Men's Doubles First Round—H. W. Duckitt and W. Scott (bye); R. Ash and W. Brown beat A. Wilson and H. Stewart, U-7. U-6; D. Falrbalrn and N. Robinson beat J. Richardson and D. Lockhart, U-3, U-7; O. Newman and H. Nelson (bye); W. Scott and A. Walker beat B. Hughes and S. Venables, 11-4, U-9: R. Idlens and A. Rossiter (bye); R. Bowie and W. Dobson (bye). Second round—R. Ash and W. Browa won by default; D. Fairbaln: and N. Robinson beat C. Newman and H. Nelson, U-0, U-6; W. Bcott and A. Walker won by default; R. Bowie and W. Dobson beat R. Idlens and A. Rossiter, 11- 8, U-6. Seml-flnal—R. Ash and W. Brown beat D. Falrbalrn and N. Robinson, U-7, U-6; R. Bowie and W. Dobson beat W. Scott and A. Walker. iO-11, U-8, 18-6. Finals—R. Ash and W. Brown beat R. Bowie and W. Dobson, 11-15. 15-7, 15-8. Vaudeville At Gaiety and Ilo-I'o Tht Capital Entertainers who will play the IIlo-Ilo Theatre, Cumberland, on Thursday, April 16th, und the Gaiety Theatre, Courtenay, on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 14 and 15, come to these theatres witli a reputation p»<:ond to none as entertainers. The keynote of this show is laughs and then more laughs and there is not a dull minute when these versatile performers hold the stage. Their songs, dances and comedy are refreshingly new but the more serious side of entertainment is not neglected. Beautiful vocal numbers and serious dramatic moments all find a place in their programmes and patrons are aBsureci of one of the brightest and smartest shows yet presented anywhere. Charles Courtier who heads this aggregation is the possessor of a magnificent tenor voice. He is known rs the Flying Tenor and was late principal with the well known De Wolfe Hopper Opera Compnny, an engagement which says much for his vocal abilities and made him a great favorite in the States as well as throughout Canada. He hns recently concluded a tour over the Capitol Circuit when he broke all records and in the forthcoming shows will present some of his most popular successes. Besides his unusual voice Mr. Courtier has a big reputation as a magician and sleight of hand artist and he will present many new and novel illusions which cause one not only to ask "How does he do it" but also to hold ones sides with laughter at his surprising denouments. Gus Dawson is another popular member of this troupe. He is a comedian nnd dancer who has travelled practically round the world and has made friends in such far away places as New Zealand and Australia and the Continent. He haa the happy knack of getting on good terms with his audience from the word "Go" and whether singing a snappy song, indulging in happy fooling or tapping out the latest rythm in tap dancing he appears to enjoy the performance as much as those in the tip up seats. The musical side of the Capital Entertainers' programmes has not been forgotten and includes a banjo player, a pianistc, a violinist and an accordian-piano player so music lovers can see they nre in for a treat. Allan Crawford is a past master on the piano accordian and those who know this popular instrument can imagine the splendid music it is possible to get from this unusual keyboard. He is a musicion of wide experience with a great musical education and his piano solos will attract all lovers of good music. N'wl McKinnon, who handles the banjo so effectively, is what is known as a "hot" player and ean set feet tapping to the latest fox trot or hearts heating to the crooning melody of a sentimental love song. You'll like Neil's playing. Allun Talbot who hus recently completed a tour of the Far East is a globe trotter who can also sing and dance. He is also o sketch artist of no mean ability and in this department the Capital Entertainers are particularly strong. They have some of the most amusing sketches, musical quartettes and burlesques that have graced any show and audiences everywhere have been in convulsions at the clever comedy and hilarious situations presented by these players, AH their material haa the saving grace of being now so patrons need be in no fear of hearing the ancient moth eaten gays and jokes which hove been passed off as humour for the last half century. This show is up-to-date, and has become known as the "show of a thousand laughs." On Wednesday afternoon a special children's matinee will be held at 3:15 in the Gaiety Theatre, Courtenay when a programme will be presented which is aimed at appealing principally to thc kiddies, A punch and Judy show will be one of the features of this matinee, This act la a delight to children of all ages und is presented with all the fidelity of costumes and character which has made these Marionettes beloved '* gures thc world over. Adv't ]ILO-ILO THEATRE See and Hear Living Africa! • S .....■..•■■■...•■■■■.■•,.. I mM I The Strangest Romance Ever Filmed : • The Black Heart of Equatorial Africa—the Belgian and French Congo—the Duck-Billed Women —ths Pygmies—the Most Amazing Lion Fight Ever Screened! "AFRICA SPEAKS" The World's Wonder Picture, Crowding More Excitement Into One Great Entertainment Than Stage or Screen Has Ever Known! | Tonight and I | Saturday \ \ Matin.. Saturday 2,45 £ Thrilling! The Lives—the Lovbb—the Vengeance and the Triumphs of the People of the Trackless Congo. A' Panorama of Cruelty, Sensuality and Amazing Feats of Heroism. Sensational! Different! **************************************00**********+00 ******************************************* NUTTY BUT NICE! ! "Animal _ Crackers AH the world loves a lover. Lillian Roth and her handsome boy friend prove that But all the world roars at the Marx Brothers — and this time they're funnier than ever LAUGH :-: :-: DAYS :-: Monkey business is great! Smile stocks are booming ! Only old man gloom is out of work ! When the most delightful nuts that ever es caped strait jackets come to town in their brandnew cyclone of comedy. Funnier than "The Cocoanuts" The whole town will shriek with laughter when they see the merry, mad new creations of the MARX ■ BOTHEHRS *****************0*0**00*0*** Monday and Tuesday APRIL the 13th and 14th COMINGI MARCH 23, 24, 25, "EAST LYNNE" WITH ANN HARDING AND CLIIVE BROOK y II Wednesday, April 15th—two shows, 7 and 9 p.m. lhC JrnnCCSS a Snappy Comedy and the piumber" also and News Reel DR. W. BRUCE GORDON Dental Surgeon Office Cor. of Dunsmuir Ave. Opposite Ilo-Ilo Theatre CUMBERLAND, B.C. The Scottish Laundry Alice St., Courtenav • ss sS FOR THE BEST IN DRY CLEANING OR LAUNDRY SERVICE • * • PHONES: 226—Courtenay 160—Cumberland I******.*.******.**************** « 24—TELEPHONE—100 TAXI Charlie Dalton Meets Bout at Union Bay Every Sunday morning • ********************************* \ P. P. Harrison j I BARRISTER, SOLICITOR ■ • NOTARY PUBLIC • '. Main Office ■ Courtenay Phone 268 J I Locssl Office j Cumberland Hotel in Evenings' ] "' Telephone 116!t or 24 J The Sparkling Brew That's Good for You! W7HEN your . mood calls for a light and palatable Lager . . . for Silver Spring. It's a Victoria product .. . and popular everywhere. SPRING This advertisement is not published or displayed by the Liquor Control Board or by the Government of British Columbia. FRIDAY, APRIL 10th, 1931. CUMBERLAND ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND, B. C. PAGE THREE it ' ^BETTER RESULTS IN COOKING BAKING BABY SIZC NESTLE'S EVAPORAI^ MILK T JSE NWiXtf'S Mille for better ^ cooking results and richer, more satisfying dishes... a pure, life and convenient milk that adds i tempting flavor wherever it ii used... a milk of guaranteed rlity, unexcelled purity and nclant cteaminess. Nestles Evaporated Milk is pun cow's milk from which 60% of the water hu been removed. The milk is then packed in convenient, airtight tins and sterilized to insure purity. NESTLE'S,-- gWsi'i Urgal Pmfatert mn.i Mtm ofComitnudmiut EtmpomUd Milt RILEY'S TRANSFER Orders left at Henderson's Candy Store will receive PROMPT ATTENTION David Hunden, Jr. COAL — GENERAL HAULING of all descriptions — WOOD Star Livery Stable ALEX MAXWELL, Proprietor. Autos tor Hire. Coal and Wood Hauling given very prompt attention. Furniture and Piano Storage if desired. Phones 4 and 61 Cumberland, B.C. When Purchasing Electrical Appliances See that it bears the name of Hot- point or Manning-Bowman which stand for outstanding quality in Electrical Appliances. A full line of percolators, waffle irons grills, vacuum cleaners, irons, curling tongs, etc., always on hand. for Sale by Cumberland Electric Lighting Company Limited Cumberland and Union Waterworks Co., Ltd. ESTIMATES GIVEN ON ALL PLUMBING AND REPAIR WORK. Phone 75 A. B, CLINTON, Manager. Manufacturers of Rough and Dressed Lumber All higher grade Finishings, Moudings and every building material. PROMPT DELIVERY WITH REASONABLE CHARGES Royston Lumber Co., Ltd. R. R. No. 1, Cumberland, I). C. PHONES: | Office, Cumberland 159 i Night Call, Courtenay 134X ffealfb 5bvice OF THB CSaitabfan ifletocal Afianriatintt V0B*r QUANT FLEMING. M.D. ASSOC r AT tSEC R ETA PI V Questions concerning health, addressed to the Canadian Medical Association, 184 College St, Toronto, will be answered per- CANCER IN WOMEN The number of deaths from cancer cun be reduced providing cases come under treatment early. If every person were to go regularly, once a year, to his doctor for a health examination, diseases, such ns cancer, would be discovered early. That is one of thc reasons we say that it is most desirable for everyone to have aperiodic health examination. In order to secure early treatment, the patient must come to the doctor during the early stages of the disease. The doctor cannot go cut and look for cases himself. What as it then that brings thc woman to her doctor? Symptoms. If the woman does not go to her doctor regularly each year for an examination, the only chance 'for her to secure early treatment for cancer is to know something about the early signs and symptoms of the disease. It is not possible for us to instruct our readers to such an extent that they will be able to diagnose cancer or any other disease. The most that we can do is to inform them thnt the occurrence of certain conditions is to be regarded by them ns being sufficiently suspicious to send them to their doctor at once. There are certain people who believe that such articles as this one do harm by arousing fear among those who have no cause for alarm. We believe, however, that the public is to be informed If lives are to be saved. If our readers will clearly understand that there are conditions other than cancer which cause similar symptoms, they will also realize that it is their doctor and not they themselves who must decide as to what the actual condition is. More than a third of all cases of cancer in women develop in the uterus. Injury to the lower end of the uterus—the cervix—is not uncommon during childbirth.. If such injury .!.s not properly repaired at that time, there results a chronic irritation which pi-edisposes to the occurrence of cancer.. It is in tbe cervix that most cancers of the uterus begin. It is evident that every mother should be examined several weeks after the birth of her child in order to determine if all the parts are normal and, if they are not, to receive the treatment which is necessary to restore them to normal so that chronic irritation of the cervix may not occur. Proper core after the birth of the baby will do thc most to prevent cancer of the uterus. Irregular bleeding particularly after the menopause, should send a woman to her doctor at once. If, in addition to paying attention to these points, women would go to their doctor promptly when there is any lump on or discharge from the breast, there would be a different story to tell about cancer. DDD lor acne and eczema An active fluid that attacks disease germs in Ihe shin. In harmony with the theory of tlie greatest living skin specialist It has had many brilliant successes over skin disease. LANG'S DRUG STORE INSANITY OFTEN CONFUSED WITH FEEBLEMINDEDNESS One Due to Abnormal Change in Personality, the Other to Lack of Intelligence As a test of their sanity, according to a widely-believed story, the patients in a mental hospital—asylum \t* was once called—were set to work mopping up the floor of a room in which water overflowed from a sink. If a patient should cease mopping and turn off the tap he was then considered to be sane. This is a good story. It is in line with what most persons believe concerning insanity. Nevertheless such nn idea is entirely wrong .Judged by the above test, the vast majority of the 30,000 persons in Canadian mental hospitals would be sent out as sane. The trouble comes from confusing insanity with another mental state— idiocy, imbecility, or feeblemindedness. These are two completely different conditions. Insane persons usually start out in life with normal mentalities, so far as one can tell; but, some time after maturity, they, to use popular language, "lose their m.'nds." Even so, they are capable nf thinking and acting rationally in SSllilJlSlislElJSlSi^ii Good Buys At.. cMoney Saving Prices Corn Flakes, 5 packages for 55c. Royal City Soups, vegetable, green pea and <J»-| AA tomato @ 15c. or 7 for «pl.UU Malkin's Very-Good Tea, 1 3-lb. package for .... $1.00 :-: SPECIAL OFFER :-: CROCKERY—BLUE WILLOW WARE Cups and Saucers 2 for 25c. Fruit Dishes 3 for 25c. Oatmeal Dishes 2 for 25c. Tea Plates, 2 sizes 3 for 25c and 2 for 25c. EXTRA 'SPECIAL ASSORTMENT OF FANCY CROCKERY at 95c. to $1.50 EACH—SEE WINDOW Matt Brown s Grocery For Service and Quality Phone 30 Cumberland I 1 1 1 I 1 I I 1 1 i g ii a good many situations. Generally speaking, most of the patients in a mental hospital are capable of carrying on some sort of occupation, and their intelligence is not so impaired that they would not have sense enough to turn off a tap under circumstances as set forth in the above story. Given proper treatment a large percentage of them can be cured or at least improved. Now when we come to the other class—the idiots, imbeciles and feebleminded persons—we have to deal with a condition of limited intelligence. It is not ao much a matter of quality as it is quantity of mentality. All that can be done for this group is so to train what intelligence they have that they may be able to make the most of their situation. And it is among tbe very lowest grades of this class, if at all, that one might Hnd a person so lacking in intelligence that he would continue mopping without thinking of turning off the tap. (Information on any point not covered here will be given in later issues if you will address your questions to '' M en t a 1 Health", Ul St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario.) f*******00***************00****** oy j Town Topics I Mrs. J. Dick and son left on Saturday last for Port Alberni to spend a week's vucation with relatives. * I- * Mrs. Eva G. Drader, of Greenville, California, as spending an extended vucation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Bickle, Dunsmuir avenue. * * • Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Cope spent Easter holiday in Vancouver. * * • Mr. J. Vernon-Jones spent Good Friday and Easter Monday holiday with relatives in Vancouver. * • * Dr. and Mrs. W. Bruce Gordon were visitors to Vancouver for the Easter holidays. • * • Miss Lottie Dallos was a visitor to the mainland for a few days at Easter, returning Monday night. * * * Miss M. Picketti and Mrs. Con. Aitken visited Vancouver over the holidays, returning to the city on Tuesday. * * * Mr. and Mrs. G. J. Richardson, Mr. J. Richardson and Miss Carrie Richardson were visitors V* Victoria and Nanaimo at Eastertide. Mrs. W. Bullock, who has been a patient in the Cumberland General hospital for a few weeks returned to her home during the week. ■ • * * * Mrs. Galliazi and family spent the Easter holidays with Mrs. L. Baker at Union Bay, daughter of Mrs. Galliazi. * • * Mr. and Mrs. Wilson of Nanaimo were guests of Mr. and Mrs. A. Walker on Sunday. * * 4= Mr. Hough, of Victoria, spent the holidays the guest of Mrs. Harrison, Penrith avenue. * * * Miss Dorothy Gordon arrived on Saturday from Victoria and returned on Tuesday. While here she was the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon, First street. * * « Mrs. McRae has her sister, Mrs. King, and family, of Ladysmith, as her guests for the holidays. * * * Mr. and Mrs. G. McCall, of Cassidy visited Mr. and Mrs. W. Newman, Allen avenue, on Friday last. i Annual Hospital Ball under auspices of the Ladies' Auxiliary Cumberland General Hospital Mr. J. Murray and Verna and Miss Josie Burgheiner mutored to Nanaimo on Wednesday nnd returned Friday. * * * Miss Phyllis Newman wus pleasantly surprised on Thursday after- non last at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. Newman, Allen avenue, when several of her school chums paid her a visit, the occasion being her seventh birthday. Several amusing gumes and contests were played and added to the enjoyment of the afternoon. Miss Amelia Williams won the beafr guessing contest. A delicious tea was served by Mrs. Newman assisted by Miss Ivy Frew. The little honor guest received gifts testifying to her popularity. Those present were Mrs. W. Newman, Mrs. J. Newman, Miss N. Cooley, Amelia Williams, Valda Frelone, Gloria Aspesy, Ruth Jackson, Dorothy Hill, Phyllis and Beverley Newman and Miss Ivy Frew. Pay Day Specials LANG'S DRUG STORE "It Pays to Deal at Lang's" Mrs. Chas. Walker entertained u few friends at her home, Derwent avenue on Monday evening. Several amusing games were played, followed by whist. Mrs. Covert gained first prize for whist and Mrs. M. Littler consolation, there being two tables in play. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess and a social time enjoyed by all. Those present were Mesdames R. K. Walker, R. Littler, M. Littler, V. Frelone, S. Covert S. Miller, Balagno, Francescini and C. Walker. Mrs. J. Murray returned on Wednesday from Nanaimo, having spent the past week at La France Beauty Parlors. * * a Mrs. J. Lockner entertained members of the Tuesday Night Bridge Club at her home, West Cumberland, when three tables were in play. Mrs. Hamilton was guest of the evening and Mrs. A. King substituted for an absent member. Mrs. K. Brown was successful in gaining first prize, Mrs. J. Quinn second and Mrs. R. Abrams consolation. Delicious refreshments were served by the hostess following cards and a happy evening enjoyed. Those present were Mesdames King, Hamilton, C. Whyte. J. D. Davis, R. McNeil, Gear, W. Abrams, C. MacDonald, H. Parkinson, W. Hudson, J. Quinn, A, Clarke, J, Lockner and It. Littler. • _♦ * Miss Kathleen O'Brien, of Nanni- mo, arrived on Wednesday on a visit to her sister, Mrs. A. Pilling. .* * * Mr, Cyril Newman and Mr. Calnan motored to Victoria on Sunday and returned on Monday, evening. Miss Winnie Calnan of Minto is spending the Easter vacation in Seattle. *. * * Mrs. J. H. Robertson was hostess to the Ladies* Thursday Night Bridge- Club at her home, Derwent avenue, 2 tables being in play. Mrs. A. Maxwell Jr. secured first prize and Mrs. J. H. Cameron second. Mrs. A. Lockhart substituted for Miss J. E. Robertson who was absent. Delectable refreshments were served during a social hour following the card games. Those present were: Mrs. J. Bennie, Jr., Mrs. J. H. Cameron, Mrs. A. Lockhart, Mrs. M. Stewart, Mrs. A. Maxwell, Jr,, Mrs. W. Hutchinson, Mrs. J. II. Robertson and Miss Lou Sheppard, Pay Day Specials LANG'S DRUG STORE "It Par. lo Dss.l at L.tsg'>" r 1 i i i ILO-ILO DANCE HALL FRIDAY, APRIL 17th isi PATENT MEDICINES TOILET ARTICLES ljj .—ss-—.— 1 A visit will convince you of our expert antl sanitary service at The Central Barber Shop A. B. fintz, Trop. SUNDRIES SUPPLIES Admission $1.00 Refreshments included Select your Radio by TeHts—not by hearsay or rumour. See and hoar the Silver-Marshall. L. II. Finch, agent, or at the Central Barber Shop, A. B. Gatz. I I sW) fil 1 1 1 1 1 ft3rieg3s*;8g*r*ir**wi-*'»*^^ Automobile Side Curtains and Harness Repaired SATISFACTION GUARANTEED E. L. SAUNDERS THE FAMILY SHOE REPAIRERS Ten tables of whist were in play the Memorial hall on Monday night, the whist drive being under the auspices of the ladies' auxiliary of the Canadian Legion. Mrs. A. Sommer- ville won ladles' first prize and Mrs. Carney, ladies' second. Delightful refreshments were served following the card games. Mrs. T. Rickson and Mrs. J. Dallos. of Powell River, and Mr. W. Milligan, of Victoria, were the guests of Mrs. Dallos, First street, during the Easter holidays. • * • Mrs. R. Toman motored to Victoria on Monday crossing to Vancouver from that city. Miss Mary McMillan was a 'youthful hostess on Tuesday evening when she entertained a few friends at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. T. McMillan, West Cumberland. A jolly time was spent in games und cards, dainty refreshments being served by Mrs. McMillan during thc evening. Among those present were Misses Dilys Williams, Tess Mason, Nina Shields, Mury McMillan and Messrs. Robert Collins, Robert Conn. Jack Watson, Pete Shearer and Hugh McNeil. Mr. R. Booth, piano tuner and repairer, will visit Cumberland next week. Mr. Booth's workmanship is highly recommended by music teachers in all districts, including Mrs. H. Finch and Miss M. Mitchell, of Cumberland. Orders may be placed with above mentioned teachers. CARD OF THANKS Mr. Clive Banks takes this opportunity of thanking most sincerely all friends for kind expressions of sympathy ,for floral tributes received and for the loan of curs on the occasion of the funeral of a loving wife and mother. Flora! Designs Made up to iuit any occasion. Any order 'phoned before midnight will be waiting for you the following morning. Just 'Phone Your Request . We'll do the rest THE GARDEN PATCH No. it 324 Courtenay Night 'Phone 98X GUnjberlapd ; Commercial ; Headquarters •Hotel Kiwi ; Heasonalli ' Accomodation The Beat Rooms Steam Heated VV. MERRIFIELD, Prop. A Real Laundry Comox Valley Laundry Thomas Bros. Phone 71 or 23, Cumberland .Courtenay Phone 200 Let ua make thinga look like new for you this Spring- The GEM BARBER SHOP Opposite Ilo-Ilo Theatre Cumberland, B.C. ALBERT EVANS Practical Barber & Hairdresser Child'n's bair cut any style 35c Ladies hair cut any style BOc The telephone keeps them together North, eaat aouth and weat—membera of the family had scattered in all direction!. They had enjoyed auch a happy reunion, but now they were gone, their varied dutiea and intereat* taking them to widely aep- arated pointa. But actually they weren't going to be io far apart any more. They had prom- iaed to k«*ep in touch with each other, regularly by mean* of the long-distance telephone, agreeing that the "personal touch" uf a telephone call waa tbe next beat thing to aeeing each other. After this the telephone will keep the family together. B. C. TELEPHONE CO. PAGE FOUR CUMBERLAND ISLANDER, CUMBERLAND, a C. FRIDAY, APRIL 10th, 1931. Announcing... Arrival of the Newest in Spring and Summer Dresses Sutherland's Dry Goods Shop Right and Be Satisfied When you shop in our store you're always attracted by tho appetizing display of high-grade foodstuffs. And when you ask the price—ah! then you're doubly pleased Not just today, but every day. See our windows for Fresh Vegetables and Fruits Daily Mumford's Grocery If You Get It at Mumford's . . . It's Good Strachan Bros. PAINTERS AND DECORATORS Cumberland and Courtenay * * * Phone 104<} FOR SALE—Duck Egge for hatching also large quantity of white leghorn egga for hatching, Apply P. Court, near Royston Sawmill. 4t<* ******************************* CHURCH OF ENGLAND Parish of Cumberland APRIL 12 (LOW SUNDAY) Holy Communion ft a.m. and after m.ttin.; M.ttin. 11 a.m. Evensong 7 p.m. 1 n^t**** ssss^h mt\H*tt*.miff*..l\f,,it,,l*f»n m*}ft*n »ls*/»l«sssss^f>«g WeVeCutMc But Not I i Complimented -- We have boon very highly complimented by a number of our patrons for our (■(Torts to sell quality meats at CASH AND CARRY PRICES ******************************** More than the compliments we have received and for which we ar truly thankful, are the many new customers which our policy has gained for us. It will be our aim at all times to retain these new customers by giving them fair treatment, by Courteous Service ana above all MEATS AT A SAVING PRICE With us, Cash and Carry is all that the name implies. You pay cash and save money. Wilcock&CaLtd. FAMILY BUTCHERS Everything in Quality Meats ' -'SassjsKiSsBtffli 'tmmmmm».mMiiMimM^MMiiimimjiAWt\M^ai Personal Mention | ^r^*f^^j*f*^**s^^^^*^^^^**-^^^^*^^M*M^^*MMM| Mr. and Mra. L. Finch and family, of Cassidy, motored hen on Friday. They were guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. Kenmare tor several days. Mr. and Mrs. F. Smith, New Town- site, motored to Nanaimo at the weekend where they were guests of rela- tlvs. r. * . Miss Norma Parnham, who attends Normal School ln Vancouver, Is spending the Easter vacition with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Parnham. .... Mr. and Mra. R. Childs sue receiving congratulatloni on the birth ot twins, a boy and girl at Cumberland General hospital on Friday, April Srd. ... w. Kelly, high school principal, left by motor on Friday for Victoria to attend the Teachers' Convention and will later proceed to the mainland for the vacation. . . '■ Rev. and Mrs. E. Robathan, of Duncan, formerly of thia city, with their children, were visitors to the distrlot over the holiday. ... Mrs. C. O. Thulin, ot Campbell River was the guest of her sister, Mrs. C. MacDonald, Baturday. • * A Mr. and Mrs. F. McCarthy of Nanaimo spent the week-end holiday with the latter's parents, Mr. and Mrs. F. Wilcock. ... Miss Isabelle Vincent, of Vancouver, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. Williams during the Easter holidays. ... Olrls of the C.O.I.T. under supervision of Miss Beth Horbury spent Oood Friday in an enjoyable hiking trip to mountains near Lake Cumberland. Jack Horbury acted as guide. A . It Mrs. O. Bond and members of the Junior Rose Court of the W. B. A. spent Oood Friday in the vicinity of Trent River. After partaking of an appetizing out-door luncheon the tired but happy crowd returned to town. ... Mr. and Mrs. A. Oray, Jr., of Minto. are rejoicing in the birth of a daughter on Saturday, April 4th. ... Mrs. and Mrs. W. Symons and family and Mr. and Mrs. D. McLean motored Saturday evening to Nanaimo en route to Vancouver. Messrs. Symons and McLean returned on Monday evening. Two Port Alberr.i girls, Nell Heath and Alva McLean made a successful and enjoyable hike from Alberni to the head of Comox Lake at the week end. The gills left Alberni at 6 a.m. nnd reached the head of the lake at 3 p.m. the same efti'rnoon, making real good time. They were met at the head of the lake by a boat and were brought to the foot of the lake where a car was waiting to take them on to Courtenay. The pirls reported the trail in fair condition. Alf. Davis, who has been acting as fire boss at No. 5 mine left this morning for Vancouver where he will stay until the 16th of the month, leaving on that day for Atlin where he will work a gold claim in which he is interested. Mra Randal), of Victoria, has returned to her home after visiting her daughter, Miss H. Randall, of the hos-, pltal staff. ... Ales. McKee, of Vancouver, Is the guest ot hia brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mra. W. S. Wood. ... Mr. and Mrs. D. Robertson, of Port Alberni, *ere recent guests of the former's parents. Mr. and Mrs. 8. L. Robertson. it. Mr. and Mrs. H. Kceler and family motored lo Victoria to spend Easter. ... Miss E. Laing, of the Government office staff, waa the guest of Miss Cooper, Sandwick, for the Easter vacation. ... Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown, of Victor)*., returned to their home on Monday after a short visit to the former's brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. T. Mumford. * • Mrs. J. Dean and little daughter, of. Nanaimo, were guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. Irvine on Tuesday. ... Mrs. J. W. Redhead, who, with h.r little daughter, has been the guest oi' her parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. Frew, returned to her home at Powell River to-day (Wednesday). * * ■* Allstalr McKinnon and Oeorge Wilson left on Monday for several weeks' motor trip to California. * ♦ A BUI Baird. Bryson Parnham and Harvey Herd motored to Elk Fr,;!s, Campbell River, on Sunday. ... . Mrs. J. Donnelly, Sr., of South Wellington, motored here on Friday to be the guest for a few days of her son and daughter-in-law. Mr. and Mrs. J. Donnelly, Jr. S I, . Mrs. C. MacDonald. Arnold and Alex spent Oood Friday in Port Alberni. going by motor. . * ■ * Oeorge Brooks, of Nanaimo, was a business visitor on Tuesday. ♦ SS! . . Mr. Jas. Heslop, of Powell River, was the guest tor a few days last week of Mr. and Mrs. F. Stephenson, West Cumberland. Mr. W. Mason was a recent visitor to friends at Nanaimo. ... Mrs. Ray Case, of Nanaimo, spent the week-end here with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. Cunllffe. Mr. and Mrs. W. Davis,.of Minto, motored to Nanaimo on Sunday en route to Vancouver where the former wlU seek medical treatment for a leg Injury. ... Rev. F. and Mrs. Comley, of Metchosin, near Victoria, former residents of Cumberland who have been spending a few days in the district returned to their home today, ... Mrs. Clark and Kenneth spent the Easter holidays with Mr. and Mrs. A. Walker, Penrith avenue, returning to their home in loco on Thursday. ... Miss Minnie Harrlgan, ot Reed Island school ls spendl.ig the vacation at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Harrlgan. ... Miss Myrtle McMillan was a youthful hostess on Friday evening at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mn. H. McMillan, West Cumberland, when a number of her High School classmates and friends paid her a surprise visit. A moat happy time passed In games and music which make these week-end parties ao enjoyable. Delicious refreshments were served during the evening. ... Mrs. T. Fawkea, of Vancouver, with her children, ls the guest of her mother Mrs. J. Bono, Penrith Avenue. ... Mrs. C. Buttress, Sr., is spending a few days ln Nanaimo, the guest ot her daughter, Mrs. Doug. Manson. ... Mrs. Jas. Murray was a recent visitor to Nanaimo on business. Mr. and Mrs. O. Brooks, of Nanaimo, accompanied by the latter's mother, Mrs. Cartledge, of Fernie, were recent guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. Thoburn. ... Miss Marjorie Brown, of the Port Alberni publie school ls the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Brown. ... Many friends in Cumberland and district will be grieved to learn of the death of Mra. Margaret Drummond which took place in Victoria on Sunday, March 29th. The deceased lady had been In failing health for some time and had spent the last six months In hospital. The family had returned to Victoria about two yean ago after many years' residence here. The funeral took place last Wednesday, Rev. James Hood, ot Belmont Avenue United church, formerly of Cumberland, officiating. Beside her husband, deceased leaves a young daughter, Margaret. One sister also resides in the province. Pay Day Specials LANG'S DRUG STORE "It Pay. to Deal at Lang'." LAMB'S RUMS IN BII.K AND CASES FINE OLD NAVY [The Sailors love.lt) GOLDEN GROVE {The Doctors recommend it) Shipped by ALFRED LAMB & SON LONDON Esrablsslitd 1849 This advertisement is not published or displayed by the Liquor Control Board or by the Government of thc Province of British Columbia. ^tUfmnttt^ftm ***\*fim*m»sr\Jfrm,.Jfra.,,/frM.,,f\>f*m,.J*p*M so/*t*a. tat}/*** mdffgm,u/ffttimslfjfrafG -. SPECIAL ATTRACTION :--^ In Addition to the Regular Picture CAPITAL Entertainers IN DELUXE ILO-ILO THEATRE l ? ' ? ii f A Treat in store » for young and old Adult. Children .... 2Se ****.*.»*»»....... CHAS. 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