@prefix ns0: . @prefix edm: . @prefix dcterms: . @prefix dc: . @prefix skos: . @prefix geo: . ns0:identifierAIP "20f16732-6bc2-494e-b25c-42d56d5486fd"@en ; edm:dataProvider "CONTENTdm"@en ; dcterms:issued "2016-01-19"@en, "1909-01-29"@en ; edm:aggregatedCHO "https://open.library.ubc.ca/collections/nicoheral/items/1.0318259/source.json"@en ; dc:format "application/pdf"@en ; skos:note """ lilt C*��o ihti v�� A��� e>ob!v THE NICOLA HERALD Vol. 5, No. 3. MERRITT, B. C, FRIDAY, JANUARY 29, 1909. $2 a Year. CONSERVATIVE CONVENTION TEMPLEMAN WILL NOT BE OPPOSED IN OOMOX ATLIN. That Decision Reached at Saturday Morning's Session. New Officers Elected. 25 Liquor Licenses Cancelled. Victoria, Jan. 23.--With resolutions of confidence in Hon. R. L. Borden and Premier McBride and his colleagues, the Conservative convention concluded its work at noon to-day. New Westminster ran Kamloops a close race for the honor of the next convention, first winning and then failing, Kamloops being selected upon a resubmitted vote by 60 to 53. A resolution by W. E. Blake- more, recommending the urging that a candidate be placed in Comox- Atlin to oppose Hon. W. Templeman, if possible to make the necessary arrangements, was strongly supported by Clive Phillipps-Wol- ley and other delegates. But the majority accepted the Comox-Atlin members' views of the convention, who, figuring on the great cost of a midwinter campaign, reported to the convention against the proposal. At the meeting yesterday there were fully 250 delegates present from all the constituencies in the province, and the proceedings were enthusiastic and harmonious. In the afternoon the reports of the committees were adopted and the election of officers put through. J. P. Shaw was chosen executive member for Yale-Cariboo. In regard to finances, the report states that the moneys received during the past year amounted to $2311.75, of which $2124.94 has been disbursed. This leaves a balance on hand of $186.81, but as there are outstanding liabilities to the extent of $550, there is a deficit of $363.19. The fallowing is a partial list of the delegates present: Yalk Nicola, R. L. Clark. Merritt, Ric. A. Fras&r. Agassiz, R. L. Ashton. Cariboo Sidney Williams, Frank Kairey. Kamloops J. P. Shaw, T. Sweeney, W. H. Johnson, J. A. Gill, A. E. Shaws, jr., P. Bainton, S. Price, S. N. Dancey, P. J. Conway. Victoria, Jan. 25.���Turning to railway matters, the premier commented upon the extensive construction works at present under way in the province, remarking that non�� of it was in receipt of provincial aid and, quoting Sir Thomas Shaunessy's dictum that British Columbia should not in future grant aid to railways seeking entrance into British Columbia, he went on to say that he was negotiating with the Canadian Northern with a view to securing an extension of that great transc mtinental line into British Columbia. Whilst this was the case and he hoped for a happy issue, he warntd the house that unless he could secure terms that would be in every respect fair and favorable to the province, the negotiations would not be proceeded with. The premier also alluded to the progress of the G. T. P. in the province and said that fully 100 miles of the British Columbia end would be completed by the coming summer. The premier closed with an eloquent tribute to the memory of the late Sir Henri Joly. Long Live the King. The eighth anniversary of the accession of the King was celebrated throughout the United Kingdom last Friday with salutes, flag-flying and bell ringing. The king and queen, with other members of the Royal family, next morning attended the annual memorial service in honor of the late Queen Victoria, which was held in the Frogmore Mausoleum. OF LOCAL IMPORT EDWARD 3. TRONSON DEAD. OAME TO B.O. IN 1864. LOCAL NEWS. M. R. Easleson M. P. of Lillooet is at the Coast. R. Clark returned from Vancouver J on Wednesday. Complete and Authoritative Report of our Mineral Wealth Issued by the Department of Mines. New Ry. for Kootenay. Another of that fast-diminishing band of sturdy pioneers, who penetrated the wilds of British Columbia long before railways in this province were dreamed of, has passed away. Mr. Edward J. Tronson, for many years one of the bes<- known residents of the Okanagan, terminated his earthly career Jan. 16th at Victoria when death called him to rest after a long-continued and painful illness. Mr. Tronson was a native of Ireland, and came to Britisk Columbia when a young man, in 1864, making the trip round the Horn in a sailing vessel and suffering shipwreck during the passage on the Falkland Islands. After spending two or three years in Victoria, he went to the Okanagan' in 1867, and for over forty years he has been a prominent resident of that district. Carload of Babies. A carload of seventy-five babies was distributed in New Orleans Friday. The precious freight came from the New York Foundling Home. Scores of foster parents were waiting at the station to lay claim 1 o the little ones for whom they had previously applied. Happy That He Won. Samuel Van Dorn, a negro, 18 years old, of Rockaway road, Jamaica', L. I., died lately of peronitis. The last thing he said was: "Dad, I bet 'Jim' Smith a month ago that I could eat a drinking glass. He bet a dollar that I couldn't. I won so what do I care if I do die?" The British Columbia government will establish a new asylum for the insane on a thousand acre tract of land situated on the Fraser River near New Westminster. Work has already commenced on the site and it is reported that the total cost wiH reach two million dollars. The aim is, however, to make the institution as nearly self-supporting as possible. John Carr, asectionman.from Drynock was taken to the Kamloops hospital suffering from frozen hands and feet. An amputation may have to follow. He fell from his velocipede and being stunned by his fall, remained in the ditch for the greater part of one night. S. King of Nicola took a trip to Van- couver.last week. J. A. Menzies received a carload of lumber Wednesday. James Chapman, of Lower Nicola, is renewing acquaintances in town. A. G. Collett of Lower Nicola took a short trip to Kamloops this week. S. Kirby and R. L. Clark took a tr p to Vancouver last week. B. P. Little of Vancouver, formerly manager of the Diamond Vale, is visiting at Nicola. Mr. and Mrs.W. A. Dodds and children of Aspen Grove, spent a few days in the metropolis. The eight charges of conspiracy to incite riot against Emma Goldman, the well-known anarchist, and her manager Benjamin Reitman, were dismissed by Police Judge Deasy, and bail in each case was returned. It is stated on good authority that Lord Northcote will succeed Lord Grey as Governor-General of Canada. Our Mineral Wealth. The most complete and authoritative report on the mining and metallurgical industries of Canida ever compiled has just been issued by the Department of Minee, under the direction of the MinU ster, Hon. Wm. Templeman, and Dr. Eugene Haanel, Director of Mines. It is a volume of 972 pages. The statistical part of the report was synopsized in a bulletin issued by the department last year. The figures given *how in the aggregate a mineral production for all Canada valued at $86,183,- 477 in 1907, as compared with only a little over $20,000,000 twelve years ago. In the portion of the report devoted to the Yukon it is stated that the tota production of gold from 1896 to 1907 was $122,961,000. New Railway for Kootenay. A party of railway engineers has been at work for some time, correcting the survey line of the Kootenay Central Railway between Golden and Galoway, on the Crow's Nest branch of the C. P. R. Galoway is a siding about ten miles west of Elko, and the surveyed line of the new road connects with the main line at a point a mile or two west of the siding. The Crow's Nest line crosses the Kootenay at Wardner, a few miles beyond the proposed new junction. The new line follows the Kootenay along the east side, through Fort Steel, crossing that stream at Canal Flats, and thence down the Columbia to Golden on the main line of the C. P. R. The length of the new line will be about 200 miles, over ground that will permit of a grade of less than one per cent. James Williams of the Diamond Vale Collieries Ltd. got his foot badly crushed a few days ago. JEFFRIES-JOHNSON RETIRED HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION LIKELY TO GO INTO RING Has Been Offered $100,000 for a Thirty- Three Weeks' Engagement With an Eastern Vaudeville Circuit. James J. Jeffries, the retired heav- weight champion, who is filling a theatrical engagement, has received an offer of $100,000 for thirty-three weeks of sparring exhibitions on an Eastern vaudcule circuit. The offer was made by Sam Wheeler, the fight promoter of St. Louis. Jeffries still refuses to admit that he has any intentions of attempting to wrest the championship from Jack Johnson.but the belief is growing stronger each day that the retired champion will again be seen in the ring. Although a trifle fat Jeffries shows all the speed that made him the wonder of the heavyweight division during his active fighting days, and his sparring partner, Sam Berger, is authority for the statement that the big fighter's blows have not lost their steam. William Welfare, employed at Middlesboro Mines, got his head and hands badly injured on Saturday. Three cars of horses which were purchased from J. B. Greaves, were shipped from Nicola to the Coast on Tuesday. Church Services. Methodist Church: Rev. O. M. Sanford will conduct services next Sunday as follows : Nicola, 11 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Lower Nicola, 3 and 7.30 p.m. Merritt received a reply from Nicola last night, stating that Nicola will accept Merritt's challenge for a game of hockey. This game will be held next Friday at Nicola and the trophy goes to the winning team. J. A. Sutherland of Ashcroft took a trip to the Coast last week. The ladies of Merritt and vicinity are requested to meet at Mrs. Phillips' residence next Wednesday, Feb. 3rd. at 2.30 p. m. The meeting will be devoted to arrange for refreshments at the Grand Ball which will be held in Menzies'Hall March 17th in order to raise funds for fire protection. A small sample of black sand taken from Mr. Tony Menard's claims on McConnell Creek proves to be comparatively worth $100,000 a ton. The sheet and pillow slip dance given last night by Mrs. Bills and Mrs. Kaleen was well attended and a very sociable evening was spent. At 9 p.m. dancing commenced and continued until mid-night when refreshments were served. After lunch the Swedish Polka was danced at which Frank Bailey in his comic career took the cake. t)ancing continued until early this morning when the guests felt satisfied. It was proposed to hold a weekly dance every Saturday night in Menzies' Hall. A vote of thanks was rendered to Mrs. Bills and Mrs. Kaleen for their social thoughtfulness and all scattered home well satisfied. The city of Vernon will install the Gamewell fire alarm system. Mazuma, Nev., has offered $100,000 for a fight between Jeffries and Johnson-. NOTICE TO CARPENTERS. Sealed Tenders are hereby called for, which should be given to the undersigned no later than Tuesday, February 2nd. The upper storey of the ' 'Herald'' will be arranged into a lodge hall and is to be completed in two weeks from this date. All material supplied. For further information apply at the Herald Office. L. G. Lobsingbr. $1000 BUYS A well built new frame house containing 4 good rooms, barn, woodshed, about 1 acre of land. Quarter of a mile from railroad station, near t�� stores, post- office, church and school. APPLY Nicola Valley Land Co., COUTLEE, B.C. GRAND HOTEL (Cor. Nicola Ave. & Garcia St.) NOVTOPEN FOR BOARDERS First-Class Accommodation. Newly Furnished. MRS. C. HOGGAN, Proprietress. THE NICOLA HERALD THE NICOLA HERALD L. O. LOBSINGEB, Publisher. Meerttt, B.C., January 29, 1909. EDITORIAL NOTES. The cold weather of the last few weeks has caused a flurry in the price of potatoes. Reports state that the cold has practically ruined this season's crop, which was not more than an average at the best. The price has doubled within the last week. Potatoes selling at 75 cents per sack are now retailing at $1.50 and the wholesalers state that if another cold snap sets in, another advance of like proportions may be looked for. It is announced that the London Times is to devote more space to Canadian News in future. If it doesn't use better judgement and show more insight into the affairs of the Dominion than it showed during the recent elections, the Thunderer had better keep its finger out of the Canadian pie entirely.���Guelph Mercury. Hon. Senator Ross remarked in a recent address that if our young people read more we would have less need of universities. It is, indeed, quite true, providing the reading be wholesome, thoughtful and good. NOTICE TO CREDITORS. In the Estate of Charles M. Newkirk. deceased. Notice is hereby given that all persons having any claims against the late Charles Mortimer Newkirk, who died on the 20th September, 1908, at Merritt, B. C, are required to send by post prepaid or deliver to the undersigned solicitor herein for H. S. Cleasby and Sophia M. Newkirk, the executor and executrix of the will of the deceased,their names and addresses and full particulars in writing of their claims, and the nature of the securities, if any, held by them. And take notice that after the 1st March 1909 the said executor and executrix will proceed to distribute the assets of the deceased among the persons entitled thereto, having regard only to the claims of which they shall then have had notice. Dated 15th January, 1909. M. L. Grimmett. Nicola, B. C, Solicitor for the executors. KAMLOOPS, ASHCROFT, YALE, NICOLA AND SIMILKAMEEN MINING DIVISION OF YALE DISTRICT. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that all placer claims, legally held in the Kamloops, Ashcroft, Nicola and Similkameen Mining Divisions of Yale District will be laid over from the 1st day of November ensuing until the 1st day of May, 1909. G. C. Tunstall, Gold Commissioner. Kamloops, B.C., Oct. 31st, 1908. 45-14 GRAND PACIFIC HOTEL KAMLOOPS The nearest hotel to the railway station The only convenient hotel for traveler*. Good rooms, good table, good liquors. Two large sample rooms. Good stabling in connection. ���xrsr. DOBSON PROPRIETOR Grand Central Hotel Ashcroft, B.C. Everything up to date. Best cuisine in town. Bar supplied with the best w ines, liquors and cigars. When in Ashcroft stop at the Grand Central. Merritt General :Store:= 1 JUST ARRIVED D A FRESH SUPPLT OF GROCERIES, HARD-* WARE, DRY GOODS, BOOTS AND SHOES ALSO A CARLOAD OF FLOUR AND FEED. ALL OUR STOCK IS PBRFEOTLT NBW. GIVE US A CALL AND BE CONVINCED. A splendid stock of Doors, Windows, Shingles and Building Material. J. A. MENZIES, Prop. Merritt, B.C. Bank of flontreal Capital, $14,400,000. Rest, $12,000,000 Head Office: Montreal. Sir Edward Clouston, Bart. Vice-President & General Manager. Savings Bank Department. Intere8t AUowed at Current Rates BANK MONEY ORDERS ISSUED AT THE FOLLOWING RATES: $5.00 and under 3c. II Over $10 and not exceeding $30.. 10c. Over $5 and not exceeding $10.... 5c. || �� $30 " " '/ $50.. 15c. These ORDKJ18 areJPAYAJBLK AT PAR at any office in OanaSa of a chartered Bank (Yukon excepted). They form an excellent method of remitting small sums of money with Bafety and at small cost. NICOLA BRANCH A W. STRICKLAND, Manager. N. PETERSON GENERAL BLACKSMITH Here's where you get First-Class work done at Moderate Prices. HORSESHOEING A SPECIALTY. All kinds of Carriage work and Wheel-Wrighting promptly executed. MEEEITT, B. O. Victor Safes, BEST ON * .* THE MARKET Guaranteed Absolutely Fire-Proof. If you are in need of the best, write to E. G. PARNELL, agent, P. O. Box, 880, Vancouver, B.C. COUTLEE HOTEL COUTLEE, B. C. e*.*^* The Gateway to the Nicola Valley Coal Fields STRICTLY FIRST CLASS Dining Room Unexcelled TRY OUR DINING ROOM akd SATISFY YOURSELF The Bar is Stacked with the Highest Grade Goods and we Make a Specialty of Fancy Mixed Drinks. COLDWATER HOTEL WM. M'cINTYRE, Proprietor First-class Accommodation. Best of Cuisine. Wines, Liquors and Cigars.. MERRITT, B. C. NICOLA VALLEY MEAT MARKET MERRITT, 2. O. DEALERS IN Prime Beef, Mutton, Lamb, Veal, Pork and Ssusagc, Poultry, Hams and Bacon, Fresh Fish CATTLE BOUGHT AND SOLD BY THE CARLOAD I. EASTWOOD, Mgr JUST ARRIVED���A Fresh Supply of NEW STOCK Consisting of all sorts of Candies, Chocolates, Figs. Oranges, Fruits, Nuts, Toys, etc., etc. We are also well equipped in Stationery, Cigars and Tobacco. Agency for the Columbian Graphophone and Edison Phonograph Machines J* J* J. Q. LEONARD, Merritt and Nicola GEO. WARD, PROP MERRITT LIVERY AND FEED STABLES A. J. COUTLIE, Proprietor. Saddle Horses, Single and Double Drivers supplied on short notice. First Class accommodation for Horses. Everything New and First Class. Express meets all trains. CUTTERS FOR HIRE. DRIARD HOTEL NICOLA, B. C. S. KIRBY, - Prop. UiNjer new management and personally supervised. Cuisine unexcelled. Hot and cold baths. kvery accommodation for tourists and those desiring to spend a week-end in Nicola. Finest hunting and fishing; guides, horses, etc., always on hand. . ' THE NICOLA HERALD SWEEP 0 WWiJfljl AT THE PIONEER STORE We must get out of our present quarters at Coutlee inside of two months and we don't want to take any of our present stock with us when we go. So we are putting on absolutely the greatest CASH CUT PRICE SALE ever seen or heard tell of in British Columbia. We are taking Everything with the exception of groceries on which we are making even more startling reductions. EVERYTHING MUST GO This is not a sale of old and shopworn goods, the most of our present stock having arrived only within the past few months and consists of the choicest goods to be found anywhere in the province. The greater part of A CARLOAD OF FURNITURE received in October is still with us and will be sacrificed at extraordinary reductions. Now is the time to secure first class up-to-date furniture at amazing values. ITS WORTH YOUR WHILE to get in on this chance. It may not come again, opportunity won't knock more than once, and really you will be surprised by the wonderful bargains you will find here. Don't Walk. Our Team will Call For You Without putting you under any obligation to buy. Have a Sleighride free anyway. THE mmm tiu gimr d. COUTLEE THE NICOLA HERALD LOCAL NOTES Keep your eye on the ad. of the Merritt General Store. Mr. Fred Shields of Middlesboro left on Tuesday for a short trip to Spokane, Wash. A supply of general goods can always be seen at "The People's Store", Middlesboro. The ladles of St. Michael's Guild are! invited to meet at Mrs. S. Hyhnd'sres-1 idence on Wednesday, February 3rd. Twelve cars of coal from Middlesboro and two cars from the Diamond Vale were shipped to the Coast on Tuesday. BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL CARDS fa. L &RIMMETT, LL. B. BARRISTER, SOLICITOR, NOTARY PUBLIC, ETC. Solicitor for the Bank of Montreal. NICOLA,.,; - B. C. WM. BILEY General Blacksmith f. Om General S Blacksmith -AGENT FOR- I Horse Shoeing a specialty. NICOLA LAKE, B. C MORRISON & CO'. Contractors, Builders I ��� Estimates Given Free MERRITT ^H B. C. .A.. O. S1. Hotel! Merritt RATES $3 A DAY. MERRITT, B.C New and Strictly First Class Table and Bar Second to None Special Rates to Regular Boarders. \\ Your repairs wm v Nic_ cordiaUy invlled. to at coast prices. J. B. Haaaa R. Hazlehurst, C. R. Rkv. D. K. Allan, Soc. M. &��� a- sv> %a ola, B. C. George McM^an, of Middlesboro gave fiends a farewell dance on Monday evening at the Coutlee Hotel, wheie a P^ evening ^|^n Mrs. McMillan left on Tuesday ^ for Tacoma, Wash. FORester7"a^uaT ball.- The first dance of the year wil be SL the Foresters of Court Nicola, r^Hall, Friday eve.= at 12 p. m. Tickets: Gentlemen, $2.00, Ladies, free The Middlesboro Skating Rink] NOTICE lis uow 0pen. Season tickets can | "Writ.. B. 0., Dec. 31.t, 1908. The famous John Deere and Fleury Plows and all classes ot Farm Implements MfRRJLjll ASPEN GROVE ROAD HOUSE ASPEN GROVE, B.C. From and after November 20th the above house will ~be open for the accommodation of travellers. Proprietor SITUATED IN CENTRE OF THE NICOLA COAL FIELDS The Heart of a Rich Valley Direct Railway Connection LOTS NOW ON THE MAEKET Intending purchasers will be shown lots on application to Wm. Voght. For prices and terms apply H. S. CLEASBY, - COUTLEE, B. C. ^^^^f��� NOTICE. Jimmie Smith is back at the old stand ���Lower Nicola bycTTsrmth shoTi���and is prepared to do ajl kinds of horseshoeing, wagon and machinery repairing, general blacksmithing and wheelwright- ing. Will be pleased to serve all old customers and th" public promptly. Satisfaction guaranteed 34tf Kamloops Division-Yale .Land District, District of Nicola. . ... | NICOLA ASSESSMENT DISTRICT Take notice that Dell King of Wkoja, occupation rancher, intends to appl# for permission to purchase the. follow- ing described Lands: Commencing at i t post planted at S.E. corner of Lot 704, \\ thence south 20 chains, west 80 chains,' north 20 chains, east 80 chaws to point | of commencement. LtiLL KING 28th December, 1908 9 | A good place to patronize Ashcroft Hotel Newly renovated. Headquarters for mining men.. Electric Lighted, Hot and Cold Baths, Cozy Rooms. liest Table in Town. Fine Bar. Commodious Sample Rooms. McGillivray & Veasey, Props Notice is hereby given, in accordance with the Statutes, that the Provincial Revenue Tax, jmd ajl assessed taxes and income tax?, assessed and levied under the Assessment Act, are jiow due and payable for, the year 1909. All taxes collectible for the Nicola Assessment district, are due and payable at my office, situated at Nicola. This notice, in terms of law, is equivalentfto a personal demand by me upon all persons liable for taxes. Dated at Nicola, January 2nd, 1909. GEO. MURRAY, ^L Assessor sljid Qollec.tor, Nicola Assess-1 ment District. \\ .;'Nic*la Post Office. wTh. gray ROUGH & DRESSED LUMBER | SASHES DOORS SHINGLES MOULDINGS | LOWER NICOLA, FAMILY GROCERIES {tile, estaj)lisjim^ntp ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ! GIVE ABSOLUTE ASSURANid1 OF IMMEDIATE ATTENTION TO ALL ORDERS. YOU Low Prices. Special attention Bl��n to allktad. of repairs. Haddad's Jewelry Store, NICOLA, B. C. METROPOLITAN MEAT MARKET NIOOLA, B. C This service will be found of especial importance at any time when Goods must often be secured quickly. ��� .�� The choicest of Beef, always on hand. Mutton, etc.; Fresh Fish, Eggs and Vegetables. T PROP I G. B. ��� ��� T. 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