@prefix ns0: . @prefix edm: . @prefix dcterms: . @prefix dc: . @prefix skos: . @prefix geo: . ns0:identifierAIP "ca33246d-8048-4fc6-833a-b45f5d34ae39"@en ; edm:dataProvider "CONTENTdm"@en ; dcterms:isPartOf "BC Historical Newspapers"@en ; dcterms:issued "2017-07-31"@en, "1909-01-23"@en ; edm:aggregatedCHO "https://open.library.ubc.ca/collections/ladysmithst/items/1.0353588/source.json"@en ; dc:format "application/pdf"@en ; skos:note """ With Which Is Amalgamated the Ladysmith Standard. CHRONICLE ,VOL. I. Ladysmith, B. C, Saturday, January 23, 1909. j(f' Citizens' League Discusses Transportation Matters There was an interesting meeting of the League Thursday ) night, The principal ijiiestions discussed were the 1 Unling of shade trees, and .tlie improvement ,oi transportation arrangements between Ladysmith and Vancouver. 'The list promises to be a burning question and a special meeting will' be called next Thursday evening to go into it more fully. After the reading and adoption of the minutes ol the previous meeting, the question of planting shade trees was discussed. Secretary Wilson relieved that a start in planting shade trees should te njane on the lower streets, so that visitors to Ladysmith might be tencfitted by the improved appearance of the city. The idea was to have the; citizens plant the trees. An v arbor day could te appointed, and* all those who were disposed to assist in planting thc trees could take. part. Mr. Theodore Bryant thought that there would not be many who would jilaot trees, and that those who did ji>P down thc trees would be fcejifc- litting the others. He referred to the seeming indifference ol those who did not cure to beautify the town, and there was a disposition to destroy shade trees, , ; U 1 Mr. J. E. Smith did not lite to see shade trees nn the principal business streets. ... Secretary Wilson referred to the fact tllat the .council had pAooed a by-law under, which anyone who destroyed shade trees could be punished. President Dier did not believe in planting sh'ado trees on tho principal strecta. Mr. Theodore Ecyant believed that thc council should secure information as to the variety and price ot trees. A start could be made this year. Mr. Stewart believed that maple trees could Le bought atli cents each. It was suggested that Secc.nd avenue, and. one 61 the cross streets cpuM now be planted, while thc other streets were being fixed up. The tic?:, could lio planted.23 or 20 feet apart, and a lew men could do a lot of the work in one duy. — The question of street grades played a:i important part in thc discussion. Alter this matter was thoroughly discussed; it was moved, seconded and carried, that; lists be prepared and left at the city clerk's office, on which all crtans who were disposed to plant trees provided by the council could subscribe their names. President Dier explained that he was prcsont at the city council's meeting last Monday evening, and that body had expressed a desire to have thc league suggest a name for tho vacant seat on the board. ' Mr; J, E, Smith suggested the name of President Dier as-alderman' tor the second ward. Mr. Smith made a motion to that effect, which was seeded by Mr. J,. Lewis. The motion was put and carried, and man like Mr. Coburn in Ladysmith could accomplish good results. Secretary Wilson believed that something! should be done with .regard to direct communication with Vancouver.. ' ■ > ,- '. . Mr. Thornley thought the Board ot Trade should take the matter up. Alt:r an ' informal discussion in which nearly everyone present took part, it was decided to call a special meeting of the League next Thursday' night to fjo more fully' into the subject of transportation and freight, tates between Lfdysmith and Vancouver. It was believed that by holding a special meeting', there would -bci a more representative gathering ot mer- chants and business men gienorally. One thing is certain, the citizens oi Ladysmith tire intensely in earnest., in the matter of improving the transportation arrangements between this port and Vancouver. This concluded tlie business ot the evening and thc meeting then adjourned, SLOAN HAS RESIGNED. Ottawa, Jan. 21.—Spealer, Marcil last night received tha resignation of Wm.- Sloan, as lncmlter for Comox-Atlin. Hon. Mr. Tcmpleman will, run for the seat. The election will take place early in March. Crook Had to Die Official Death "I'm not the only man who is officially dead," said Hunhiy Joe thc other day. He was once about af famous a confidence man as Broadway ever produced, in 1902 ho war leported to the police as dead, and his photograph and description were removed Irom the rogMes' gallery. He- was recognized on Broadway recently by his habit of walking along the edge ol the curb. Cold couldn't tempt him to walk close to the wall or to pass thc mouth of an alley, without detour|ng into the street —just a trick of caution inherited from the old days. "I have reformed," said tiio man, who is said to have once,been known as Hungry Joe. "But reformatio! doesn't ;gowith the average call* headed imbeeilo on the police force and a crook's a crook to the end ol the chapter with himl So when 1 made up my mind to live straight 1 went to the then head of the department. I convinced him -that J meant business. 'Call off your men,' I begged. ; Tell them to let me alone. I'm u criminal, I admit. But I'm tired of, it, and I want to be a man again, it .. •■:.>.. "The chief said it wasn't possible. 'I might tell the men you were reformed,' said he,, 'but the; wouldn't lellevo it. they'd pick you up all the quicker, because they would think you were trying to shelter yourself in this way. The only way out Is for you to die.' And die I did—en the records. ' Por s'.x years tie cops have thought that I . have President Dier- thanked theI been under the daisies all the time. ./. ... 'v«™ .1 . k... « Iam.11^. -1.-..* ... League for the confidence reposed In him. ' • ■'. President Dior drew ■ attcntloh to the fact that thc railway commission would meet at Victoria on thc 27th of this month, nnd now would be the tline to place before them certain matters. about which there had been frequent complaints. Mr. Hugh Thornley strongly endorsed tho suggestion. He. believed something should be .done with regard to bringing the question, of freight rates before the commission. At Nandmo'Mr. Ce/burn was moving in (he matter with £ood results, A Xow they have forgotten about me My photo has been taken out of thc records, and I'm think I'm safe. I work steadily, my record is good, and not halt a. dozen people in the world know that the one-time Hungry Joe Is a respectable cigar salesman. But I had to die to do it." There has been an.io.lUnt selection of pictures at Feevor'e plao. this week, and the house has bean crowded every night. This plao. of amusenunt it growing in pep. ularity, and seems to meet a lorg kit want in Ladysmith. Mr. Joseph Sanderson's rendition of "In Monkeyhwd," la well re- ojived nightly, The programme will change twice a week, and Monday night there will bean unusually attractive preser.ta'.ion cf pictures ende new song. Survey of C.P.R. Property , Mr. R. Wilby, resident engineer of the C. P. R., and a staff of assistants have been engaged in surveying the area of the land recently cleared tributary to Ladysmith. They finished their work Thursday evening, and the plans will at oncfe beiorwarded to the land department. The next work will be the surveying of the ground into plots, presumably of one-acre and five- acre blocks; then the blocks will be placed on the market. . It is understood that the tenders for the clearing of more land will be called for immediately, and that the work will be proceeded with without delay. The land already surveyed will be suitabe for fruitgrowing, and no doubt, many will take advantage of the sale to secure small tracts at very little outlay of ready cash. No.^\\ Opening of the HJ Provincial Legislature The First Ttasanjl Dollars "The thing that counts," said a man of independently largo means, accumulated by hard work, saving aud wise investments, 'is tho first thousand dollars. When you've got that amount tngcth ryoa are beginning to get somewhere, and with tint start you will want to keep on. The r jd ink interest entriee that you see put town in your savings bank book twice a vear will strike you very pleasantly indeed. Al interest on your thousand dollars you'll get 135 or $40 in a year. Your money has liegun earning money foryou, 'You've got an income now, and you'll »mtta«lW»" !• Vnj, W,H l„av, th*Yt nterest in the bank, to be added to your lirinoipal too, and every six months you'll (os those red figures growing bigger and ilgger, pretty figures to contemplate, and you'll keep right a! rig saving, But the thing that really founts is the first thous- in.l dollars. Oct that aud you're all right, ind you'll always buglad you saved it. "For there really is nothing liko financial ihdopendauee or 1 ke having at least some uoney laid by. Then if you want money /ou've got it. You don't have to go to friends to borrow and take the risk of being refused, the risk of being compelled to {0 without what you used. If you've nut money in the bank you can go there and jet It. There might come a time when you would need money for yen'' family or for yourself very ninth. It's a grand thing to have it. where you can get it. "There's nettling mean about being saving and accumulating money. On the contrary, it is every mail's duty to make hiin- liimself.- financially independent. I flout mean at all that a man wants to set out to accumulate great wealth. Thero is nn {reat fun in that. But what he does want so do Is to get together enough to live on modestly." FOOTBALL NEWS. Tbe Ladysmith B. team are playing their it game today at Oak- Bay, Victoria, ,'alnet Victoria West, tho p'resent holders Irst game today at Oak- Bay, 'Victoria, utainst Victoria West, tho p'resent holden if the second division championship. Man 'er ICnn has a strong team away with htm and feels contid.nl uf gaining twopoints for his team. The following represent tho Lanysmitli team: Goal—Dougan. . Backs—Morrison anp Hewlett, Halves—Dufty, Ttrang, MoKinly. Forwards—McDowell, McOuiro, Brass, Graham, I'rovlns. Referee—Jerry Methane. The B team will travel throuyh te Victoria to-morrow and meet Nahuimo in the ■ltd division league. Thla makes two fmtt in as many days. Thla game should be a close one aa both teams are evenly matched. Those going on the noon train can see the game which starts at 1.13 p.m. and can return on the afternoon train. Mr. Rob rt Grant, well known in Lady smith, Mu-ned lent Monday r ,m Edmon ton district, after an absence ot four orfive in mllis, He will remain hero for the summer. Mr. Oraut states that thoro are an unusually Urge number of settlors arriving already in tho North-west, and that tht property ii being.rapidly bought up by tha settlers coming in the country. Tht ten townships sold by tho C. P. R, to a syndicate are now almost sold out. Mr, Cfiaut was in the C. P. R. train wreck last Friday, but fortunately rscaped Immersion (ii the cold wateri of the Frasor. From the top of the embankment over which the cars dropped to the river is lot) feet, and It is a mlra-da so many cjoaped serious in. Bums Club Banquet and Dance The memlors of the Bums Club have tvary reason to congratulate themselves on the success of their banquet, concert and dince given last evening in the Ladysmith opera house. Every scat at the banquet table was ocoupied, and whon President Coulter delivered his address of welcome everyone prcaent was ready to get all the enjoyment possible out of the evening'* en. tertsinuicnt. Tho president's address wt» short and to the poiut, and then be called upon Mr. John Ross to deliver the address to the haggis, vvhioh lvaa rendered in solemn tones. The Drogrammo was a long o-.ie, but w»« proceeded w.fi....... umiaucssury cleUj. The first toast was "The King." Then followed other toasts iutersptr°od with vocal selections. These toasts were "To the Immortal Memory of Robert Burns,' ar.d followed by a short and eloquent address by the president; "The Land Wo Left," responded to iu a very touching speech by Mr. W. G. Fraaer; "The Land Wo Live ii," responded tu by Mr. Fred Hawse in a thoroughly patriotic speech, and a chorus by the audience, "J'lie Maple Leaf Forever." The Ladies," brought forth a humorous reply frahi Mr. Joseph Meek. Mr. John Rodgore tang "Thero Wai a Lad Born in Kyle," in excellent voice, and tbe audience supplied a good chorui. Mr. Alex Aiicliiuvolo eang "Star of Robbie Burns" in a manner that won for him a good round of applause. Mrs. William Thomas sang "The Scot'ish Emigrant's Lament" very sweetly, and Mr. Thomas Skillmg gave the "Lass of Balloclimile," in good voice. Mrs. James Currie's rendition of "Rowan Tree" was a feature of the evening, and Mr. David Copcland'e" "Lea Rig" was thoroughly enjoyed. Mr. HaVry Mitchell won applause by his song, "Highland Mary," and then little Miis Rn:s, of Es- tension, danced the "Highland Fling" in a style that won the admiration of everyone present. Mr. John Barclay gave "The Tripe'1 to an audience tlut was prepared to enjoy it thoroughly, and Miss Isabel Duns- muir sang "Snow Flake." This young lady has a very sweet voice, and her contributions to the musical part of entertainments given in Ladysmith in future will be well received. Tills brought the first part of the programme lo the conclusion, and then the floor was cleared for the dance which was kept up till an early hour this morning, excellent music being furnished by tho Ladysmith orchestra. The decorations of the hall were decidedly attractive, and were designed and carried out by Mr. S. Roedding. Altogether the Burn* Club Banquet, ooncart and dance will long be remembered in Ladysmith. FUNERAL OF MR. ISAAC GOULD. The funeral of the late IsascOould which took place on Wednesday was very larfh\\y atiridcd by the friends of the deceased. The floral tributes woie very numerous, including the following: O'uuoi— Mr. and Mm. R. Boll, Mri. Now. ton, Mrs. Handlin, Mr. mid Mrs. W. J. Foster, Mr. and Mr* F. W. Hawos, Mr. and Mrs. A, J. MvMurtrie, Mr. J. J. Thomas and Miss Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. J. Tha. „Wrcuthoa-Mr. nnd Mrs. J. Nicholson, Mr. and Mrs. II Thornley, Mr. nnl Mrs. P. Inkserr mid family. Spray-Mr. and Mr*. R. B. Dlcr. Tho following were raiibearffi: Mssrs. John Fostor, F. W. Hawcs, J, J. Thomas, John Tha, R. Wilson, B. Mortimer. Tholadiei of the Presbyterian church Th. Young Men'. C|ub meet, to-night In ^ ^~ ^UMlTbo tht Methodist Church at 7.80 p. in. i given on February If1 The Provincial Legislature was formally opened Thursday afternoon with the usual ceremony. An-over- east slvy took away, somewhat from the scene and prevented some who would otherwise have turnjd out pnd taken part in the function1. Al! the t|me-honpiicd, observances that have formed a part of Parliaments ever since Parliaments have been, were carried out with spirit und dignity. Thc seats reserved Ior spectators on the floor of the House were filled, while in the galleries there was not' a vacant chair. The sc:ns in the chamber was as usual cno ol brilliancy. His Honor the Lieutenant-Governor read the speech, which was a short one. lie was a totaled by his aide-de-camp Capt. B. R. Tyrwhitt Drake, the na* val and military officers and his secretaries, Messrs. MuskeHt and Bromley. The speech follows: Mr. Speaker and Gentlemen of . the, Legislative Assembly: It affords nr.o much pleasure in meeting you at the opening of another session, to be able to congratulate you upon the prosperity which has prevailed throughout the province during tho past, year, and the indications of continual progress wh/h are manifest on every hand. The almost complete destruction cf I'einie by fire, though it caused serious loss, served to awaken the indomitable energy and enterprise oi •*n neople ot thc province, and resulted in the speedy rebuilding oi nic city on a wore substantial scale. My government took 'prompt measures foil the relief of the municipality and Individual sufferers, and you will be asked to approve of such action. Messages oi sympathy were recelv- et< from His Majesty the King and His Excellency the Governor-Oeneral;. i.ndfrom various parts of Canada, as well as from' Great Britain, Austral, ia and the United Stai.-s, came assistance and sympathy for th: suffers. The tercentenary celebration ofthe founsling of Quebec, and the centenary of Frajer'a overland journey to the Pacific and discovery of the Fiaser river, were two notable events oi thj past year. At the former it was my privilcgo to represent British Columbia and to donate, on behalf of the rrovin c, a sul.stanti.al sum to thc fund for thc preservation and nationalization of thc Quebec l.attle- f elds. My government, was also called upon to Assist in the very successful celebration of the Simon Fraser centenary at New Westminster. It is my sad duty to refer to the death ol my esteemed and distinguished predecesor in office, Sir Henri July de l.othhinkre, whose demist! wa» regarded throughout the Dominion as a national loss. His amiability, courtesy and kindness in private life, and his sterling qualities as a public man, won for him tho love and respect ol all classes, t,nl his memory will lcn,j be cherish- ed by Canadians. I have again to congratulate thc horticulturists of the province' on the remarkable success they have achieved with British Columbia fruit at tho exhibition in Great Britain. The minister ol finance and agriculture, who assisted in the work this yenr, is also to be congratulated on tho favot'ftblo Impression made by him upon tho press'and juiHic, ot the Motherland. I must also express my gratification in tho fact that British) Columbia frult-tgrowcrs won several thousand dollars In prizes at he Spokane apple show, wheret the fruit was In competition iwith tlhe princi* pal fruit-growing states cf tne I'nlont The rapid development of tho provi- itice in new ...districts, necessitating ther construction of roads, trails and bridges, tbe establishment ' of- new schools and the surveying of large areas of agricultural lands, have rendered extraordinary expenditure imperative during tho recess. You will, therefore,, be asked to'confirm certain disbursements made under tlie authority of special warrant. • The negotiations between my government and tbe Grand Trunk Pacific railway' company respecting the towni site of Prince Rupert have been con- el idccl^ and the work of surveying, suL. ..idingand laying out the new city is proceeding satisfactorily. In consequence ol the rapidly it* creasing demand for water for, irrigation and power purposes, coincides! withthe expansion of the'lruit-grbw- ■ing industry, you will" be asked to consider a bill for the more effectual and) equitable distribution of water required tc meet the new conditions. The act passed at the last session, providing for the creation of a department of works, has been put is force, and a minister of works appointed. It is confidently expected that the new arrangement will be found effective in expediting the pub' lie service in connection with the public worls. Thc put lie accounts tor the past financial year wilt 'be at once Sunmit- ted for your consideration, as well-as the estimates for the coming year. -._ ...—„.. j ^iu_—^ lions, I have every confidence that they will result in promoting the web fs.ro and prosperity of the province. British Capital in the Dominion The British Empire issues a statement whereiu it deals lengthily wilh Canad e.n securities.,. A warning note is sounded concerning municipal extravagance, and the view is exuresstd that unless greater caution is exercised in spending money which van le easily borrowed, Canada may have, to face a financial crisis. At tht same time the trust 'declares toat Canada gives as good, if not better opportunities than any country in the? world, provided care is exercised in the selection cf the investments-. - Canadian- financiers here voice the disappointment said to be felt its the Dominion at I tje indifferent manned in which jimny applications from Canada were treated in 1008, As a large number of issues are now being prepared, and as there will he no difficulty in placing them in,the United States, it is hoped that in the in- - tcrests of mutual relations a mere cordial response will be extended by British investors to the legitimate ' needs of Canada -in.-1999. . The Canadian Gazette estimates that over 82W,M0,0Ot) 01 British"' money has been invested in Canada - in 1W8, in public issues. '■ The nosey', went for Dominion government, pro. fiMikl-'MWl municipal issues, anln^o-,.- idrcorporatifi loans.. Tlio proprietor of the Tunnel Hotel at Externi-m wa* before Magistrates Ntchol- • in and Mathewn lost Wednesday evening, charged With selling liquor during prohibited hours. Thorn was no defence aad a- fine of $30 and coat* was imposed. Scrgeant-Major Behoof has been loctur- , ing in tho Mevhodfet (hur h, and thou who havo heard him unite in nylng thai he lean entertaining speaker. The lecturer ha* been a great traveller, and he ha* a splendid collection of owiot picked up in ' THE LADYSMITH CHRONICLE To Home Seekers I HAVE A FULL S(ZEI) LOT FOR SALE IN THE CHOICEST RESIDENTIAL PORTION OF THE CITY. ONLY S:'.C0. TERMS CAN' HE ARRANOED. THIS IS >.«••*«*♦♦•♦••♦••♦•**♦•*»♦ •*•• *♦•••♦♦• THE LADYSMITH CHRONICLE FabllaM br Carley aV Carley at Ladytmltk. B. C. trery Wednesday and Saturday. J1.58 a Yur it Mvaiet, 2Se Pir MMth i . AdTsrtlsh* Ratteen application. THE CANADIAN BANK OF COMMERCE Head Office ■ • Toronto CAPITAL $10,000,000: REST $6,000,000 Bonk Money Orders ISSUED AT THE TOLLOWlNG KATES 1 $5 and under ... - 3 cent* Over $5 and not exceeding $10, 6 " $10 " " $30, 10 «' $30 "- " $50, 15 These eiders are payable it par at any office in Canada ef a Chattered Bank, except in the Yukon, and at the principal banking points in the United States. They are negotiable at Sf.M to the £ sterling In Great Britain and Inland. They form an excellent method of remitting small sums of money with safety and at small eoat and may be obtain, ad without delay at any office of the.Bank. . LADYSMITH BRANCH L. M. DE Gex, Manager EDITORIAL COMMENT. The settlement of the accounts arising out ot the recent smallpox epidemic threatens to result in Irictiojt, that should if possible be a*oided. Like almost every other dispute there are two sides to this question, and it is the duty .of. thc council and "the"Citizens to-calmly consider the rights al' 'Joth sides to the dispute. • e e . Thc first feature of tie situation, to' be considered is the fact that epidemics ot this character almost invariably make their visitations at a .,..»,. uicy are not, expected and the authorities were called upon to combat a situation that was new to them. This being admitted, it would be surprising it there were not some, mistakes made in thc preliminary work of quarantining and arranging for the care of the patients. That there were errors committed all will .confess, - principally arising from doubts- as to official responstbl.ity, bit is considering this phase ol tbe situation the general results must not he overlooked. * e * At tbe time ol the outbreak ol smallpox in Ladysmith the' medical health officer and the board ol health were called upon to act decisively. They had no precedent to follow, and they had to take the initiative with-- out being able to consult authorities. lTwould have been a miracle il they had not made trivial mjstalrs, but the preponderance ol the evidence* goes to show that tlie gcod results of their work more th;.n counterbalanced minor errors. V.e'.e It was due to the energy of Dr. Frost and. the board of b;alth tiat , the visitation ol smallpox was effectually checked in the earlier stages, •nil that Instead of tbe city being •tiled upon,to roottjagc itse-H top.ay 00 an indebtedness thus incurred, that the whole expense, if properly arranged, can be spread over a number of years, and thus amount to ■ very little each year. . ■ * • * But tbe .difficulty is how to proportion tie ci.sts that should be be paid by the city and those that should property U f«ld ly private individuals. Technically speaking, ever* person who wai sent to the Isolation hosplUI, it be Is In »' position; to do so can *■• tontttlkd to pay, tho costs of detention In that Institution, but «fouid.H bs.wiss to sd- here to the letter of the law in this point? * e * That the Provincial Government ieels that thjs, would be a harsh interpretation of the law is demonstra/ ted by Us willingness to pay a Portion of the expense of the epidemic, and this is to its credit. Tho council Is undoubtedly animated hy the same generous spirit, and is disposed to go a long distance in the direc. tion ol assuming responsibility tor a portion of the expense, but the great question seems to be to determine how lar this' responsibility should » • » In thc opinion ot all, everyone did the best that could be done, to check the epidemic, and public opinion is equally emphatic on thc point that ho one should be dealt harshly with in the final settlement ol the trouble, * • • The council naturally leels that they have to protect the city's interests, and perhaps would be inclined to be more economical than they would be il it were their own private affair. This being the case, would it not 'be wise to submit thc whole caso to a board'of arbitration4 the' said board to be composed of fair-minded citizens, who cculd be depended upon to take a reasonable view of tho whole question. Thc decision of the board should be made binding on all parties, and then it would be only a. matter of arranging (or a consolidated liability, and no doubt arrangements could be made so that the indebtedness would extend over many years. i * e e Thc time may come when there will be another visitation. It would be unwise to have tbe impression pre vail f.r all time to come that no matter how many sacrifices the private individual would make to protect his fellow-citizens that he would' he called upon to shoulder the whole burden of the expense. "Come, let us reason togelUii'." Corporation of the City of Ladysmith. Applications for the position.Clerk, Assessor, Etc., to tho Murticiipalltyf'jbl Ladysmith, stating salary expected, will be received by the undersigned up tills p. m., on the evening ol 1st February, 1909. Applicants must be ireparcd to give the work their entire attention. •■• Tbe lowest or any application not necessarily accepted. J. STEWART, C. M. C. Ladysmith, 19th January, 1609., f Salted and Smoked Products. Comprising the best brands olhams, liaen, fish, etc., when purchaiul »t R. Clear's Ideal Grocery aro always sure 16 ' give entire satisfaction. These goods arc particularly, appetizing and give a delightful relish to your lirca! fast these mornings. GEAR'S IDEAL GROCERY Scott's Building, First Avenue. Fruit Growers Must Co-operate Mr. Maxwell Smith, of Vancouver, Dominion Fruit Inspector, delivered an instructive lecture at Ashcroft, recently, to a well attended meeting of tho farmers' institute on "Tlie Commercial Aspect of the Fruit Industry." In his address he referred to some of the knotty problems in fruit growing for profit which had arisen chiefly through the efforts which have been inuilo to develop the Industry quickly. The men who have made this rapid advance doservo every praise, bnt it W" ' <•'- -- * " ouauu together and grapple with those problems. Mr, Smi'h nieiithned the Hood Biver district as an example of what can be done by the members of the fruit industry working together for their mutual benefit. Tlio whole business of the Hood Ilivor country bad been built up by co-operation, It was essental that Kootonay fruit growers should conduct their business in a business-like anner. The speaker dealt with the question of unfair competition from the United States aud said that in his opinion tlio reason that so much fruit from over tlie border was aold in Canada was that it was better packed and better graded. He mentioned that it was one of the laws of the country that every box of. apples should have the grower*' name on it, and for their own protection it was for tho merchants and wholesalers of Canada to see that this re gulation was complied with. Dealing with the best methods of packing, Mr. Smith stated that apples always travelled better if tightly packed. If put in the boxes loosely they were far more likely to arrive at their destination in a bruised condition. The tops of boxes should bo without splits or cracks as ventilation was unnecessary. Tho beBt way to pack crates in cars was on their sides, as in this manner the weight was more evenly distributed. Grading should not commence after the apples were picked, but in the Spring by so thinning out the small fruit that only one was left of es. b bunch and see that none were left suftjciently close to touch each other. The best time to do this thinning out was when the fruit was about tbe size of a finger. It lias been proved that when this was done not only was a greater profit made each year, but tho crop would bs more regular. Regarding the strawberry industry, Mr. Ladysmith Music Store , DEALER IN' Edison Phonographs and Records, Victor Tallting,Machines, Musical Instruments of all kinds. Tubular Cream Separators, Singer Sewing Machines and all Parts and Needles. Call and see our four n>'.nutc records. Smith considered that the firat thing to I done in this district was to weed ont th* ma-iy unsuitable varieties which were now haing grown, and select harder kinds, which would better stand slurping. The seeond point was to arrange lor better transportation facilities. It was necemry not only lhat the cars should b* kept cool whll* travelling, but that th* fruit abould itwif go through some cooling process before beiiig shipped Transfer of License. Notice is hereby giuon that I intend to make application to the Hoard of Licensing Commissioners of the City of Ladysmith at their next regular meeting for a transfer of tlio retail liquor license now held by me on behalf of the premises known as the Col- ...-,.:.. ix-,-1, rfl.i,u...tii., x>. c, irom myself to 11. L. Wood and Joseph Teust, CLEMENT TEBO. Ladysmith, B. C, Jan. 7,1909. Transfer of License. Notice is hereby given that It is my in teiition to apply to the Board of Licensing Commissioners of the City of Ladysmith for a transfer of the wholesale liquor liconse now held by me iu respect to the premises situate upon, lot 5, block 72, Lauvsmith, from myself to Ctzarzo and Maleneafo. SALVINA BARKRA BALAONO. Ladysmith, B. C, lash December, 1908. Clearance Sale —OF— Silverware, Toilet Cases, Crockery and Chinaware At Cost TO CLEAR OUT LADYSMITH PHARMACY Ladysmith Bakery Company Oales ot every; description, lancy) and plain; Candid of all kinds Fruit ot all kinds. Fresh bread ever da}. Reasonable prices. Come and se our lines and leave your orders. W give careful attention. A. E. PALMER i uop ^ p*.^ FIRST AVENUE Eiplanade street, Ladysmith. John Vf. Coburn, H Geo. C-Pickard, President and Managing Director. .; Secretary-Treasurer: The ladysmitli Lumber Co., Linitid, MANUFACTURERS OF ALL KINDS OF Rough and Dressed Fir Lumber, Red Cedar, Shingles and Lath LADYSMITH, BRITISH COLUMBIA We have some of the finest Black Minorca Chickens ever offered for sale in the Ladysmith market. Also all kinds of Sausages and Tripe. Box 173 Phone 43 For Meats OF ALL KINDS, SAUSAGE A SPECIALTY, LEAVE ORDERS AT Geo. Roberts' Meat Market Cor. First Ave, and Roberta Street. LADYSMITH. Cheap Sale =0F= Tinted Denims and Lawn Cushion Covers Miss Uren LADYSMITH MARKET E. Pannetl DIALER IN ALL KINDS OF , Meats and Vegetables P. O.Bo*U. UlTUMl PbomM. Dr. R. B. Dier Surgeon Dentist ALL WORK GUARANTIED A. JARVINEN Photographer First Ctaas Photos. Gallery on Fltst Avenue. S. J. GIFFORD Livery, Teed and Sole Stables EXPIESS INK Ik SPECIALTY WOOD FOR SALE Flat Avenue, PbOMfl. Ladysmith Transfer Stables Light and heavy teaming. Furniture and piano moving a specialty. Nicholson ft Weaving' PROPRIETORS Telephone 1. _ Suits to Order $25 To make room for iny spring stock I will sell suits made to order lor Two Months Only for 125. Now is your chance to secure a suit made up in first-classstyle. D. J. Matheson Uatacre St., Ladysmith, B. C.. Wagons I Sill T.I.Tripp He's Ciiiiritti Wains j During th* season w* haw sold a lam numbs* ot warms, Implsmtnta and loftini trucks. Everything carris* a luatanU*. R. WRIGHT Bailer Strait James Duncan TAILOR Suits cleaned'and pressed. Alterations made. Charges moderate. man nun unnm PICTURE FRAMIMG II you require, anything! done In this line fbr Christmas please gee out New Moulding! and get cost ot any lized frame made up to suit yout requirements. . S. ROEDDING High Street. CAUTION On: and after December 20th, poison will be placed on Lot 34, South Oyster District, occupied by tbe undersigned. _.. E. PANNELL, Li/'unitb, r C, December. «> THE LADYSMITH CHRONICLE FURNITURE ITO ALL' We carry a complete line of Bedroom, Front room and Kitchen Furni* ture. Our prices defy competition. A splendid lot of Enamelware will be sold at^a great redaction next week. CHRS. PETERSON Ladysmith Orchestra OPEN FOR DANCI-I 1SNG ACCENTS. FROM TWO PIECES UP. AH. Newest and Latest Music. For full particulars apply, ' A. AU'CIIINVOLE, Ladysmith, B. C. BOOK READERS Look at our large list of the latest novels. Fine Assortment of Stationeiy HARRY HUGHES A. Maxwell Muir, C. E. ^Architect 1208 Government Street VICTORIA - - B,C The City Market R. WILLIAMSON, Prop. Wholesale aad Retail. MEATS and VEGETABLES ti Ladysmith, B. C. Star Orchestra CQNSISTINO OF FIVE PIECES. Open for engagements from Two Pieces up. Gives Dance Every two Weeks. For full particulars, apply W. M. ALLISTER, Sec. Fall Clearing In order to clear off this summer's stock of Wall Paper I will dispose of this season's patterns at a greatly reduced rate. X«<"XK4