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Ballantine, Jenkinson & Co. Real Estate, Insurance and Financial Agents lelephone 3415 1219 Langley St. The Week A British eolombia Newspaper and Review* Published at Victoria, B. C. HALL & WALKER Agents Wellington Colliery Company's Coal 1232 Gov't St. Telephone 83 bL. 10. No. a Tenth Year THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 Tenth Year One Dollar Per Annum IHE KING CASE—On Thursday the School Trustees held an investigation into the King case, and the try was adjourned. It was held at I's request, because he considered that ase was not properly presented in the Court. All that The Week*has to In that phase of the matter is that the Tiers' Institute should have manifested Iterest at an earlier stage, and have Ithat the case was properly prepared jroperly presented. That is the "raison of its existence, mutual protection, pod result can follow from the tra- of the action of a court of law by late court which has no authority to pna witnesses or to take evidence on I The only way in which King or the prs' Institute could gain any advant- puld be to appeal the case. As they lot prepared to do this, the decision Ice Magistrate Prior stands, and, re- |le as the fact may be, Mr. King must under the cloud of a criminal con- which disqualifies him in public from continuing to act as a teacher. ! the investigation, The Week sent a representative who carefully fol- the proceedings. In no particular le evidence given in the Police Court jved, or even qualified. King was not lted for flogging his pupil; he was lted for having flogged him with un- "everity. On this point Dr. Holden lery emphatic evidence. He repeated •/idence in a letter which was sub- at the investigation on Thursday. II this after clue deliberation and the pf a considerable time. No attempt lade to rebut his evidence by that of Inedical men; it must therefore stand, pblic opinion will confirm the decision Police Magistrate. Under cross- lation by School Trustee Staneland Imade several damaging admissions, pstance, he said that in his class the jigs whicii he administered would te eight per month. The Week has lthe trouble to obtain the figures for (hole of this year, and the average is live. As the class numbers thirty-five Jroukl give about fourteen per cent, lie average number of floggings to the attendance at the Central School, the Ijoys' school in the city, is only eight }nt. In February and May the num- King's floggings reached twenty per so it is difficult to resist the con- li that for some reason or another he Is to flogging twice as often as any 1 teacher. This circumstance should Lttracted the attention of the Principal liould -have formed the subject of an ly long ago, but as a matter of fact, [idence given on Thursday night by Intendent Paul, Principal Hamilton, pputy, Mr. Wilby and two of the teachers went to show that the or- Ition of the Central School is far from It. Superintendent Paul, who must ler much of the blame for this, frank- likted that he had neglected his duty ling to acquaint the Principals with a Ition passed by the Board of Trustees I specifically stated that only one strap ] be allowed in each school ancl that it only be used by, or under the direc- |f, the Principal. The Principal of tool admitted that he did not know Resolution and that he had not Tetany instructions. Mr. Campbell, the pal of North Ward School, gave ex- evidence and laid clown what must tarded as a humane and common- Irule for the administration of cor- bunishment. In the judgment of The ithe conclusion of the whole matter is lany junior teachers lack the ballast Iscretion necessary in a person who le entrusted with the delicate task of lg children; that King is tempera- lly unfitted ever to be entrusted with duty and that he is equally unfitted in other respects to be a teacher; that goocl will come out of evil if the Trustees issue a positive instruction that hereafter no one below the rank of a Principal is to inflict such punishment. They might also caution the Superintendent not to forget to bring such an instruction to the notice of every Principal and teacher in their employ. PRESIDENTIAL CONTEST—Canadians have something rather more than an academic interest in the contest for the Presidency of the United States. Nothing can shake the goocl feeling and friendship which exist between the people of both countries, but a Presidential election which brought about any material change in the fiscal policy of the States would of necessity react to some extent on Canadian trade and commerce. It has so acted before, and with the enormous growth of business between the two countries the commercial barometer of each will be more sensitive to reaction in the future than in the past. It is hard to believe, because the cry has been raised before, that the present demand for the "head" of J. P. Morgan and all the other leaders of the Trusts, will result in anything more than a warning to these multi-millionaires to set their house in order. There is no doubt that there is a strong sentiment through the States in favour of investigating all Trusts, and if possible curtailing their monopolistic tendencies. Taft promised to do this and has failed. Roosevelt would have it believed that the real reason why, in pursuance of an ordinance of self-denial, he is willing to sacrifice himself on the altar of a third term is that he is the heaven-chosen instrument to flagellate the Trusts, but for many reasons, chief among them the suspicion that the Roosevelt campaign has been financed by the Trusts, the public has lost confidence in him. It is not a little significant that William Jennings Bryan should have had such a remarkable success in the Democratic Convention at Baltimore. He had steadily deteriorated in the public estimation; he had apparently lost his grip on his party ancl on the country; he had announced that he was out of politics ancl had taken to missionary work, but he must be a shrewder man than his opponents gave him credit for being, shrewd enough to realize that the lamentable weakness of the Republication candidates was his opportunity. The most significant fact, however, is that he came to the front with a bound, when he emerged from privacy with a cut and dried resolution which might be tersely labelled "Down with Morgan." The fact that such a resolution was carried by two- thirds, of the Convention showed how keen the party is for Trust Reform, and in this respect The Week believes that the Democratic Party reflects the sober judgment of the people. If so, Bryan may yet win out both for the nomination and the Presidency, although there will be few outside the ranks of his own party followers who would lind his success a matter for jubilation. ANNOYING QUESTIONS—Lieutenant Mulcahy is a well-known and much respected resident in the Esquimalt District. He is the last man to get excited, or to run after a "will-'o-the-wisp." There is no wonder therefore that Mr. School Trustee Guest was seized with trepidation when the lieutenant rose at the public meeting held in Esquimalt a few nights ago to propound a series of questions which with his usual regard for accuracy had been carefully written out. The questions were so direct, so pertinent ancl so well grounded, that Mr. Guest found a difficulty in side-stepping them, and was obliged to admit that although a School Trustee, he had, in violation of the law, taken a contract for painting the walls of. the Lampson Street School, ancl had re ceived the sum of $90 for doing the work. Further pressed, he had to admit that no tenders were asked for, as is usual, and still further pressed, he had to admit that he had been warned of the illegality of his conduct and had been requested to resign, but had not seen his way to do so. Ultimately, on the motion of Lieutenant Mulcahy, Mr. Guest was formally requested to resign his position, but on his suggesting that there were others equally culpable, an amendment was carried that the matter be laid over to the meeting of the School Trustees next week. The object of The Week in calling attention to this interesting incident is to emphasize the illegality of such conduct as Mr. Guest has been guilty of ancl to point out that School Trustees and City Aldermen are not sufficiently careful in keeping clear of entanglements such as that which has brought Mr. Guest a certain measure of unenviable notoriety. WAKING UP—It is nearly two years since The Week formulated a series of Resolutions which were unanimously adopted at the Provincial Convention of the Conservative Party at Nelson. These Resolutions called on the Provincial Government to take some active steps towards bringing about the colonization of agricultural land. No definite project has yet been undertaken for this purpose. This is not to criticize the routine business of the Department which in many ways has sought to attract and establish settlers, but what was expected, ancl what the Conservative Press of the Province, led by the Colonist, is now beginning to realize is that the only means of securing adequate land settlement and cultivation is by State aid. Colonization companies have secured large areas of land; they have spent enormous sums of money in preparing to settle them, but the process of settlement is slow and the actual amount of land cultivated negligible. What is wanted is a bigger scheme, originated, engineered and backed by the Government. This alone can give the status ancl vitality which will ensure success, and while there are many ramifications to such an important project, The Week ventures to believe that by far the most important feature of any effective scheme will be that of financial assistance to "bona fide" farmers at a low rate of interest. In this opinion it is supported by men who have given a life-long study to the subject, ancl while it congratulates its contemporaries on waking up, it urges the Government to at least consider whether tliere is not some feasible way of meeting this demand. CURFEW BY-LAW—For years The Week has been advocating a Curfew By-law for Victoria. It has done this single-handed, and it has received little encouragement from other sources. Once or twice the matter has been mentioned fitfully at meetings of the various organizations for the advancement of morality, but no fight has been made for what should prove an undoubted boon. All things considered the conditions in Victoria today, while far from ideal, are much better than in any other town that might be mentioned. There are, however, certain phases of the question less in evidence, but which arc possibly more serious than most people are aware of. For reasons which cannot be publicly discussed the most deplorable development is the increase of immorality among very young girls, ancl this is due largely to parental neglect and the freedom with which they are allowed to wander about the city after nightfall. A Curfew By-law such as has now been adopted in Vancouver would give a policeman the right to take into custody any child under sixteen ' found unattended on the public streets after a certain hour. If this did nothing else it would bring home to the parents a sense of their responsibility ancl it would undoubtedly act as a discipline with the children. The Week sees no reason why there should be a moment's delay in passing such a salutary By-law. ANEW THEATRE—It is rather singular that fifty years ago yesterday the city was in the throes of .excitement over the building of a theatre on Fort Street. Thus history repeats itself. The scheme which Mr. Simon Leiser, with admirable tenacity, has worked upon for more than two years and which seemed more than once to have died a natural death, has now been carried to a successful issue. Sir Richard McBride gave it the finishing touch, not so much by his monetary contribution as by the force and Strength of his example, and the inspiring words which he uttered at the meeting in the Board of Trade rooms. The decision to dally no longer, but to clear the site and commence building operations was due to an emphatic resolution moved by Mr. Matson, who is always a man of action. A strong committee was formed ancl operations will commence almost at once. The Week strongly endorses Mr. Matson's advice to leave apartment houses alone, and in the first instance at any rate to put a theatre building only on the site. This will allow of a better building ancl better appointments, ancl it also has the redeeming feature of time-saving. With the same energy displayed in construction as Mr. Leiser has shown in his indefatigable and praiseworthy efforts to raise the money, the new theatre should be ready for public occupation on next New Year's day. HARBOUR PROJECTS—All the talk now-a-days is of more harbours and docks. It is the burden of the song of the Boards of Trade of Victoria, Vancouver and New Westminster, to say nothing of Steveston, and among the many schemes which have been broached, one of the most attractive is that for converting Annacis Island into one gigantic harbour. This island lies just off New Westminster and is only one mile from the business section of the city. It has been purchased by a syndicate, mostly of London men, represented locally ancl on the directorate by one of the most popular of Victorians, Mr. M. Carlin. The island comprises 1,000 acres. A four-mile water basin is to be dredged along the channel which at present divides Lulu Island from Annacis Island, and along the North side a row of piers will be built, while on the Soutii side will be a solid sea-wall. The cost of the scheme will run into at least $6,000,000 antl the work is to be completed within three years from date. The money has been under-written fiom London so that there is no doubt of success. This is easily one of the most important enterprises which has been started in British Columbia, ancl its assured success is due not a little to the energy and personal influence of Mr. Carlin ancl his associates. ILLUMINATION — The Illuminating Committee has done its work well and quickly; it has agreed upon a scheme which contains no sensational features, but which aims at continuing the present admirable system of cluster lights around the water-front of the Inner Harbour. It tabooes the suggestion of "a light slogan" of any kind; indeed, the fantastic proposition has been fairly laughed out of court, ancl the Committee has brought in a sensible, business-like report whicii will commend itself to the citizens and which, if carried out, will add enormously to the beauty and attractiveness of one of the prettiest inner harbours to the bound in the Empire, ■ ■*• THE WEEK, SATURDAY. JUNE 29, 1912 i I BUCHANAN'S '-J; r.-i: ■ ••■•.- (S-t:***'»3>.*.** . . , ■• ■■'_]<■> ■•!?* ,'*S- *" '■■*.'*!»■* *.,'•••- . .**. k*». ?>w? . A GRAND SPIRIT BLACK WHITE Phone 1391 Many thanks to the Police authorities for clearing off one row of automobiles from the South side of Courtney Street. There is now room for the teamster who 'has business on that thoroughfare to pass along without colliding with taxi-cabs on one side and motor-cars on the other. 1 claim that one row of cars is enough on any street, except Broad Street, which has been set apart for the special purpose of providing standing- room for vehicles. Whilst on the subject of motor-cars I want to endorse a remark wliieh I read in the Colonist of Thursday, about the fool chauffeur who drives his car like a demon and wobbles from one side of the street to the other. No doubt, under the new regulations the policeman will nail him, but [ shall not be satisfied until much greater care is exercised in the granting of certificates. I still claim that it is not sufficient to license a car, but that no person •should be permitted to drive one who ;has not been licensed to do so. There are just two classes of people who would be ruled out under any regulation of this kind—the giddy young girl and the reckless young fool. * * * It is a long time since anything appealed to me so much as a letter which will be found in the Correspondence column of this issue under the heading of "Poor Doggie." Some weeks ago I commented on the growing practice on the part of some chauffeurs of chasing clogs in the endeavour to run them down. It may sound funny, but every right-minded person knows it to be an inhuman and degrading pastime. There is no earth ly reason why a chauffeur should want to kill a dog, and I have a deep- rooted belief that the man who would be willing to do such a thing would just as willingly kill a human being, but for the 'penalty. I do not think that hanging is one whit too bad for anyone Who purposely runs down a harmless clog. In Victoria we have long since passed the stage when ''poor doggie" was a nuisance. What with the dog-tax, the chain regulation and the activities of the dog- catcher, there are probably fewer canines in Victoria than in any city of its size in the Empire. This weeding out process, combined with the good effeot of the dog shows, has greatly improved the breed, so that mongrels are scarce. There is no excuse for cruelty in any case, and there is absolutely none in Victoria. I would dearly love to give one of these inhuman brutes a dose of his own medicine. An accident is one thing; a deliberate attack upon man's best friend is another, ancl I hope that the letter of our correspondent may possibly reach a tender spot. * * * I have once before commented on the vast improvement in street transportation in Seattle. Only a few years ago the city across the Sound was a Mecca of avaricious hackmen and conscienceless chauffeurs. You could hardly look at a hack or a motor-car without parting with a five- dollar bill. Moreover, when you arrived at the wharf, you had to find your way across a dozen or twenty lines of rails till you struck First Avenue, and there you struck the first (Continued on Page is) A Word to the Wise: GORDONS JULY SALE Starts Tuesday, July 2nd GORDONS, LTD.-Victoria's IdealSton THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 ISESK sTim FRQWj tiHuK Divorcons do not think that I have ever seen Jtter stock company performance that of "Divorcons" by the Allen lpany. I am sure that I have not a better Mde. Des Prunelles I saw Sardou's play in London Ity years ago. I think that Miss la Felton is a wonder; there are Ir actresses, but hardly any better I have not had greater opportuni- Considering that she has not privileged to see any of the actresses in the East or in pe, her grasp of the characters some of them have made fa- I is little short of wonderful. She |iot thank me for suggesting it, fie has undoubtedly reached the her career when she ought to Ut. There are some things she [learn, and she can only learn by example. There are tnanner- which she should get rid and are certain incongruities which, linaturally, find a place in her |)tion of characters which have classic and about which one •enow the accepted version. In this I am not detracting in the Ifrom the versatility, the verve, Jtelligence and the skill of one of |everest little girls now playing West. She has temperament, lott can spell it with a big "T" |i like, and then you will have no mistake. There are very |tock actresses who could take ing character in "Divorcons" ut making it ridiculous; Miss Felton made it convincing, and \A, looked ancl acted as much French woman of that class lis possible under the circum- Is. Her support was good. I J'Mr. Kennedy better than any li which I have yet seen him; his |s somewhat heavy and his voice, least his production, apt to be- suggestive of monotony and limes of melancholy. It strikes liat he will do better in older cters than as a "jeune premier," a lover he is by no means con- Jg. All the other characters were ■played, and I venture to doubt Tier even so admirable an aggre- li as the Allen Stock Players tive us any other play quite as rendered as "Divorcons." The Empress Theatre Is some five years since Herbert Jes made his appearance at the less Theatre, or as it was then I, the New Grand. During the Jhat has lapsed he has introduced more wonders into his reper- lof magic, though still retaining llcbrated trunk mystery by which lit made a name for himself. Mr. J:s is the best card specialist who lisited Victoria, and his turn is worth double the price of |sion. A comedian from England person of John Murray has |scoring heavily with his songs opical patter, whilst Irene and le Smith have been putting in an |aining interlude with song and There is a pleasing sketch Jig this week on the subject of |<en identity which is well pre- by Allan Dinehart and Anna lige. One of the strongest items lis week's bill, however, is that Ibuted by the Krags Trio of lean equilibrists, who perform Jus feats with a gay insouciance |aptivates the audience. The Crystal Theatre |)owerful Vitagraph drama, en- r'Nemesis," proved to be as ex- 1 as the name would predict and fced a good deal of attention dur- |ie middle of the week. Miss ne, who appeared in one of the vaudeville turns this week is an exceedingly graceful dancer and singer, and Moore & Marshall, who also took the boards, made a striking success with their singing. The Majestic Theatre Thc Majestic has been running some goocl films this week; one of them dealing with the adventures of an amateur detective turned out to be one of the most amusing possible. The Pathe graphic amongst other interesting pictures published one of the recent successful hydro-aeroplaning experiments carried out in France, and this proved to be an unusually clear and vivid film. Romano's Theatre The management of Romano's Theatre are to be congratulated on some splendid pictures shown there this week of the Royal Family. These pictures were taken by an English firm during the life-time of King Edward and depict the late monarch at his Sandringham home taking part in a "shoot." The present King, together with the Queen and other members of his family also appear in the films, and the picture was received with applause. A Pathe film earlier in the week gave a view of the Prince of Wales inspecting the Paris Fire Department. Princess Theatre "By Right of Might" at the Princess Theatre drew splendid houses all ■this week. It was an interesting portrayal of Western life and scenery, well acted ancl well written. The William Stock Company is even stronger and better than last year, and that is saying a goocl deal for the public considered them exceptionally clever when they were here last summer. There are several new faces with the Company and they are fast winning popular favour. The coming week they will stage the great Norwegian drama in four acts, entitled "Thelma." The play follows the book as closely as possible, and to those who have already read the story it will be intensely interesting. The opening Act shows Thelma's home in Norway, during the summer months. The second and third Acts take place in Sir Phillip Errington's home in England, and the fourth returns to Norway for a winter scene. Miss Mildred Page is cast for Thelma and anyone who has seen this young actress and noted her many clever impersonations, will be anxious to see her as the young Norwegian girl. A special matinee of "Thelma" will be given on Monday, Dominion Day. Wednesday ancl Saturday matinees every week. The Allen Players Merely Mary Ann—and that means a lot to those who have had the pleasure of witnessing Israel Zangwill's famous comedy drama. All' who have seen it will delight in witnessing it again and the opportunity is accorded them Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights next week at the Victoria Theatre, where Miss Felton will appear as Merely Mary Ann with the Allen Players. Critics in London and in New York both and also in cities from the Atlantic to the Pacific have lauded the play as much as they lauded Miss Elinor Robson for her rendering of the name Princess Theatre Formerly A.O.U.W. Hall Cor. Yates & Blanchard Sts. WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY JULY i ST The Williams Stock Co. Present The Great Norwegian Play "THELMA" Prices ioc, aoc and 30c Matinees Wednesday and Saturday ioc and aoc Curtain, 8.30 p.m. Matinees, 2.45 Reserved Seats on sale at Dean & Hiscock's, cor. Broad and Yates Sts. part. Critics over the Allen Players circuit during three years have lauded Miss Verna Felton after having had an opportunity tor comparison between herself and Miss Robson in this part, for it is one of her greatest successes, the popular stock actress now being on her third season with it. A WOODEN HEAD "If ye plaze," said the raw recruit, "I've got a splinter in my hand." Sergeant—"Wot yer been doing? Stroking yer 'ead?" VICTORIA IvAND DISTRICT District of bayward TAKE NOTICK that Harry W. Dawson of Toronto, Ont., Canada, Gentleman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted two and a half miles south-east of the mouth of Bear River on the western boundary of lot 63; thence south forty chains; thence east 20 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 20 chains; thence north 20 chains; thence west 30 chains; thence north 60 chains; thence east 30 chains to point of commencement, containing 260 acres more or less. Dated May 8th, 1912. HARRY WHITEHEAD DAWSON. A. G. Sivell, Agent, june 29 aug. 24 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Sayward TAKE NOTICE that John Elliott of Toronto, Ont., Merchant, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted two miles south of the mouth of Bear River on the eastern boundary of timber licence 30192; t thence south 60 chains; thence east 60 chains; thence north 60 chains; thence west 60 chains to point of commencement, containing 360 acres. Dated May 8th, 1912. JOHN ELLIOTT. A. .G. Sivell, Agent. june 29 aug. 24 BOOK NOTES At the Standard Stationery Co., Ltd., 1220 Government St., Victoria, B.C.: "The Ruby Heart of Kish- gar," by Arthur W. Marchmont. Musson Book Co. $1.50. "The Man in Lonely Land," by Kate Langley Bosher, author of Mary Cary. Musson Book Co. $1.50. At the Victoria Book and Stationery Co., 1004 Government St., Victoria, B.C.: "The Far Triumph," by Elizabeth Dejeans. $1.50. "The Passionate Elopement," by Compton Mackenzie. $1.50. "The Sins of the Father," by Thomas Dixon. $1.50. Victoria Theatre WEEK COMMENCING MONDAY JULY 1 The Allen Players Will Present Merely Mary Ann MONDAY, TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY I Empress WEEK COMMENCING JULY 1 HARRY HAYWARD & COMPANY Presenting A Comedy Sketch The Clever Character Stars ELIZABETH KENNEDY & ANNA MACK BERLEIN Present "Darby and Joan" The Yankee Billiardist BfeRT CUTLER Initial American Tour of SISTERS LIND0N Chic and Charming A Study in Slang PRINCETON & YALE The Crystal Theatre Broad Street The Largest, Best Furnished and Most Comfortable Picture Theatre in the City Watch for Constant Improvements in Appointments and Service. Majestic Theatre The latest and best Motion Pictures, Funny Comedies, Western Plays, Thrilling Adventures Splendid Modern Dramas Pictures changed Monday, Wednesday, Friday We Cater to Ladies and Children Continued Performance 1 to 11 p.m. Westholme Grill VICTORIA, B. C. The Homiest Grill on the Coast. Visitors to Victoria will be given a hearty welcome; the best of service and cooking. We keep a selection of Wine and Liquors to suite the most particular taste. We have a high class musical entertainment, both vocal and instrumental under the able baton of L. Turner. Don't forget to pay us a visit. JIMMY MORGAN, Manager KEEP COOL In one of our light-weight Tweed or Flannel Suits. Prices $15.00 to $35.00 STORE OF T. B, Guthbertson & Co., Ltd. F. k. GOWEN, Managing Director We Offer for Fall Planting The largest ind bett asiorted stock of trees and ahruba in the Province, both in the Fruit and Ornamental lines. Get l'rice Ust and Catalogue, or better, come to the Nursery and make personal selection. Layritz Nurseries Carey Road, Victoria Branch at Kelowna, B. C. Phone M 3054 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, TUNE 29. 1912 The Week A Provincial Newspaper and Review published every Saturday by "The Week" Publishing Company, Limited Published at 1208 Government St., Victoria, B. C, Canada WILLIAM BLAKEMORE, Editor ,.*, A Benevolent Autocrat T. P. O'Connors Article on Sir Richard McBride, K. C. M. G. Reviewed Although "T. P.'s" article on Sir Richard McBride, K.C.M.G., has been re-printed and read throughout the Empire, I am bound to say that I do not regard it as one of his happiest efforts. When "T. P." tackles a personal sketch, one has a right to expect something out of the ordinary. I have enjoyed the pleasure of his acquaintance for thirty years, and cannot recall the time when he was not easily the most interesting writer about men. It is the personal note which was always dominant in his literary work. He had only one competitor in this field, the late W. T. Stead, and while the sketches of the latter were incisive and illuminating they lacked the charm and grace of T. P. O'Connor's work. Tbe genial Irishman was broader- minded, more sympathetic, more human. Me viewed the weaknesses and foibles of men with a greater tolerance, and a more merciful judgment, and withal his literary style pulsated with thc warm blood of the Celtic race. 1 am bound to say that these fine characteristics of his individual style are not in evidence in the sketch of Sir Richard McBride. One might easily cavil at the title, for while the popular Premier of British Columbia is benevolent, generous-hearted and impulsive to a fault, those who know him best have yet to discover the first evidences of autocracy. The whole article, whilst an honest attempt to do justice to a great man, is constrained, and lacks that delightful ease and freedom which characterise most of Mr. O'Connor's sketches. The attempt to do justice to the Premier's simplicity and frankness of character is overdone; the picture of the crowds waiting outside his oflice, the statement that "on the streets there is not a man. woman or child that does not recognize him, few who do not greet him him with a word, none who do not give him a kindly smile as he passes, many of them, simple as well as gentle address him as Dick." is an over-statement of the case, hardly justified even by poetic license. Mr. O'Connor is hardly happier when he says that "no man ever had in a greater degree that terrible gift of familiarity which so exasperated the father of the great Mirabeau; no man was ever so endowed by nature with those gifts of kindliness, simplicity, good-fellowship which are among the chief requirements of the ruler of one of those great young communities, democratic to a degree, undreamt of even in the philosophy of countries that call themselves republics." Thc truth is that Sir Richard McBride, like every other natural man, is familiar with his friends, and allows them a considerable amount of freedom, just because he is'so genial and kind-hearted and so charged with "bonhommie," but I have yet to meet with the first man, not enjoying the privilege of close acquaintance, who would dream of familiarity with him. Sir Richard McBride has always ■carried himself with dignity and his demeanour forbids familiarity except with his intimates. No one is more sensible of his splendid qualities of ■kindliness, simplicity and good-fellowship, but it is a ridiculous exaggeration to say that "no man was ever so endowed." Mr. O'Connor's appreciation of Sir Richard McBride's personal character, as "one born to rule," as "the embodiment of a massive physical strength and inflexible will," as "one who has the face of a strong man of action, of a fighter, of the man who knows no fear" is all very true and well said. It is strange that Mr. O'Connor should find a resemblance between the subject of his article and Sir Wilfrid Laurier. I have had many opportunities of studying both at close quarters and should say that they have nothing in common except a splendid head of hair and the desire to serve their country. Indeed, I should be hard put to it to name any two men in my judgment so dissimilar. One of Sir Richard McBride's most prominent characteristics is his extreme practicality; he is essentially a man of action, a man of great executive ability, a marvel as an organizer; be is a leader in the true sense of the word, always well ahead of his party, always bidding them to follow, and showing them the way. He is a better judge of human nature and of public opinion than the ex-Premier of the Dominion; a man of saner judgment, less liable to be swayed by tbe impulse of the moment where public interests are concerned; more far-seeing; slower to act, but surer when in action. Mr. O'Connor does full justice to Sir Richard McBride's public life and the great services he has rendered his native Province. He also attempts to do justice to his staunch Imperialism, ancl bis unquenchable determination to keep the Union Jack Hying and to maintain the principles for which it stands. He also touches a subject very clear to the heart of the Premier when he refers to his plans for the future, especially naming his railway policy and the creation of a Provincial University. He does not, however, seem to have found out, probably for lack of opportunity, that there is a side of Sir Richard McBride's character which few suspect, and yet which en dears him very much to those who have enjoyed his intimate acquaintance. He is a great student, a book- lover, one who is never happier than when stealing a few moments from the enforced perusal of blue books and statutes he is able to take up some standard work, generally classic, often a book of poems, ancl revel in its pages. Add to this that charming trait of domesticity which makes the weekend a time always looked forward to by Sir Richard with glowing anticipations of rest and quiet in the heart of his family. Here we have two characteristics, the most strongly marked in the character of one of Nature's big men. He draws refreshment ancl strength from these sources which sustain him in the stress of public service and political strife. Sir Richard McBride is a man of high ideals; like all other public men lie is handicapped by conditions ancl environment, but they are not of his own making. There are times when his soul abhors the coarseness ancl grossness of political life, but this does not quench his tireless spirit, nor shake his faith in tbe ultimate triumph of the principles which underlie British Government ancl which have made the British Constitution what it is. If Mr. O'Connor had known Sir Richard McBride longer and better he would have realised that great as is the work he has already clone in British Columbia, it is not merely the prelude but the promise of much greater work in a wider sphere. There is no folly equal to that of throwing away friendship in a world where friendship is so rare.—Lytton. Book Notes THE WEB A Brilliant Short Story in Young's Magazine for July One of the best short stories I have read for a long time is the leading one in Young's Magazine for July. It is entitled "The Web," and is from the pen of a new writer, Robert Adger Bowen. Like most of the stories which appear in Young's, it belongs to the sex-problem class, but, unlike many of them, it has no objectionable features, it is written with some literary distinction, ancl the author has an attractive style which rivets the attention ancl renders every line of the story interesting. Instead of the usual triangle I suppose this might be called a "quadrangle." There is a husband and a wife; a young man and a young woman. The husband ancl wife are Prince and Princess Zuburoff. They are wealthy, aristocratic Russians, reared in the lap of luxury; intellectual, cultured ancl brilliant. The Prince is a painter; he has attained fame, and his pictures have been hung in the salons of the European capitals. The Princess has also attained fame, perhaps it would be more correct to say notoriety; she is one of those vivacious, beautiful, intellectual women who find their highest development amid the entourage of the Russian Court. The marriage was largely one of convenience; for while the Prince loves his wife devotedly, she is apparently incapable of real affection ancl while he attracts her strongly by his personal charm anel gifts, there is no deeper anchorage. Her notoriety springs from her well-known ability to skate on thin ice, 'and to get very near to the edge of the precipice without falling over. The reader is to understand that while she has skirted many dangerous points, and not been able to get away without the stains of mud upon her skirts, she has always stopped short of making the fatal plunge. Her husband has fought many duels in defence of his honour, and at the opening of the story his tolerance has reached its limit. When she begins to evince a liking for Howard Penrhyn, a poor but brilliant novelist, the Prince warns her that he will not fight any more duels and that her future is in her own hands. She collaborates with Penrhyn in a novel which is in reality her own auto-biobraphy. They are thrown together clay after day; the intimacy deepens; her friends begin to talk; rumours reach the ears of the Prince; he warns her, ancl she flies off at a tangent with the high- spirited ancl. alas, only too ancient "I don't, care." One night, under the influence of what she calls a mood, ancl having been on bad terms with the Prince for several clays, she visits Penrhyn's rooms. He is surprised. Of late their relations have been somewhat strained. His declaration of love had met with a rebuff, and when she announced that for once she was going to cut loose from conventionality, invade *his rooms, prepare his dinner ancl spend the evening with him, he was at first staggered, then delighted. He gets rid of the janitor; she orders "a feast for the gods," over the telephone, ancl when it arrives they sit down to a repast which would have tempted Lucullus. Then followed cigarettes, heart to heart talks, moonlight ancl the duplication of a scene never so well described as in Harold Frederick's great book, "The Damnation of Theron Ware." Time slipped, they knew not how. In each other's arms the world was forgotten, and it was not until they were aroused by the thundering of the Prince upon the door that they came back from Dreamland. They feared the worst, but the Prince was a man of no mean character and no weak will. All had happened as he had anticipated; he had made up his mind exactly what to do and to their utter amazement, instead of reproaches or threats, they found him speaking and acting in the most courteous manner, with nothing to do but inform them that he should as quietly as possible obtain a divorce and leave them to that life of "bliss" which he was sure awaited them. His attitude was as great a surprise to the Princess as to Penrhyn. The story is finely worked out at this point. On the sequel it is not necessary to linger, nor will any man of the world fail to realise that in reality the Princess was far more in love with her husband than with her lover. She realises that she has bartered a real man for a "beauty man," ancl that there is all the difference in the world between a "pal" and a husband. The fourth character in the book is a most lovely ancl attractive woman of the English type, Elsa Brandon, the child sweet-heart of Penrhyn, whom he first neglected ancl then deserted for the more brilliant but less satisfying Princess. To her Prince Zuburoff turns and immediately after securing his divorce they were married. Penrhyn's fortunes went from bad to worse; to his amazement the Princess had no further use for him; she went abroad after telling him that a woman who had been reared in luxury as she had must seek a rich husband. The Prince ancl Elsa forgave thc erring one ancl perhaps, if he had known it, the hardest blow Penrhyn could have received was the verdict of Elsa who forgave him because "he was more sinned against than sinning." The story is a good one; it is well told; its ethics are sound, ancl 'its moral unexceptionable. I have only space to quote a few of the most striking sentences, but it is replete with epigram. Speaking of the way Princess Zuburoff had dealt with the men of her acquaintance, the author says: "Her attitude was of an artistic fclinity. She seldom scratched her mice; she never killed them, but she let them go from her so maimed that more than one had been known' to prefer death to existence." "Though Cain may not have thought himself his brother's keeper, every woman thinks herself her sister's judge." When appealing to Penrhyn to give up the Princess, Elsa told him: "If your feeling for her is worthy of a goocl name you should help her to remember that. And the only way you can help her is to leave her." These are words of wisdom and of perennial pertinency. Elsa made a further illuminating remark in her appeal to Penrhyn when she said that "the test of whether he really loved the Princess or not was whether he was willing to leave her in order to protect her name." If he was merely "selfish or a cad, as men of his type usually were, he would find plenty of pretexts for remaining." . Prince Zuburoff sees very near to tiie hearts of things, when he says: "My sympathies are always with a woman who treats men's hearts as shuttle-cocks. Such deny themselves the greatest joy in love—loyalty to an ideal." How well thc Princess, the woman Who could not love but who thought she could, and was in love with love, reveals the truth, when she says: "Oh love! Love is and isn't! Talk about it; give it up ancl it is gone. Take our 'moment of bliss,' and that ends it. Shall we never learn that fruition immediately precedes decay." Then of course, like most foolish lovers, they wrote letters, only to learn that "of all things letters are the chickens which are surest to come home to roost." The Princess, after rejecting him ancl knowing that he would write something emotional and hysterical, sends a very brief note, as follows: "Do not write me letters, ancl if you can forget. It was all very foolish."— "And yet she had lain in his arms; responded to his kisses! Nothing could, after all, make that untrue." Here is a word of wisdom on so- called friendships between men and women. Friendship for whicli the "fin de siecle" term is "palship." "In almost every friendship with a man a woman expects at least the semblance of sentiment. She may say she doesn't want it; she may protest even, but at heart she does." When the Princess comes out in her true colours and sends Penrhyn away, she tells him a few home truths, such as: "I hate a man with the morning-after conscience. The man, who after fruition feels remorse. He is a weakling, not a man." When Penrhyn protests: "So you mean to cast me off after all, like a plaything you are tired of, or like a gown which has served your n] pose, you have done with me?" simply replies: "You will rememj Howard, that I once warned you fruition always spelled decay—_i It is the penalty you and I must The end has come a little speej more deplorably than I foresaw- is all." The story is well worth read the characters are types, and thel son needed outside the confines of Russian Empire. W. Black and Yell< Written Specially for the Wee\ by E. G. An important factor in the dev| ment of B. C. which is growing more serious, is the question of and yellow labour. Is it fair and to ask a white man to work sic) side with an Oriental, sharing wages? How can employers of expect to obtain workmen under| appalling conditions? Why inst] telligent white labour by asking compete with yellow? Why cal Britishers, ancl at the same time Chinamen to meet them on an| footing? You invite a white emigrant ail an Oriental in his face, leadiil latter to believe the worn out, il petent white you harbour to bel specimen of your race, therell grading the white ancl causing t\ low to become truculent ancl tinent. Your women even go so farl permit Orientals to serve in the| vate houses in the place of pampering them ancl extendil them privileges they would deny closest friends of the same sex, | ly laying themselves open to dupes of insult and disrespect. This feature is due, in a me| to deplorable ignorance. The has lived in China for a numll years, and is daily filled with d| at the manner in which your pamper the Chinaman. One c| chief instincts of the Celestials! despise Europeans who over-pal indulge them. They despise yotl men ancl laugh behind your haf the wages you allow them. You excuse yourselves oil ground that you cannot obtain labour. Why? Because you || them to take posts as clerks ini offices, underselling competent] experienced men, who should ing the work ancl marrying thel who are only half filling the posi! On application at one of the le| insurance offices in Vancouver position, a gentleman of many experience in this department wJ formed that the firm was emplJ a girl "who did all that." Tncil ally, fire insurance is a business fl technique, which the finest exl acknowledge leaves much to be| tered after a life-long study. It is a man's right to work oflice. This is converted into man's—nay, a mere child's privj —in your large cities. Womei earning the same salaries as working in the same offices, and asked to marry, say they woul consider such a step while they doing so well! This state of affairs engender respect towards men who shou demanding higher salaries that enable them to make mothers 1 women who are hindering them living decent lives, at the same causing a decrease in the popu of a new country. There is a man peril" as well as a "yellow.' Another great evil brought by this sad state of affairs is th that disobedience to parents fo estrangement from homes, ai many cases, natural instincts are verted into immoral practices, ing to the life of a demi-mon The graces of womanhood are ef and forgotten ancl a girl baby, was bom to be the healthy ir of children lives to end her 1 regrettable spinsterhood, filled remorse and jealousy towards tl tural section of her sex, whose dren rise up and "call her blessi It is for Canada to consider questions and "find" herself. T quire well into the present sta affairs, which sooner or later, sh be called upon to account for. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 BUILDING PERMITS June 19th to 24th 19— I. H. Caufield—Mt. Stephen—Dwelling $ 2,500 A. Pollard—Grahame St.—Dwelling 3,000 7. Agnew—Robertson St.—Dwelling 2,000 :. G. King—Shelbourne St.—Dwelling 1,200 [ary Ann Phillips—Empress St.—Dwelling 4,000 H. Bale—Collinson St.—Dwelling 3,000 Dunford & Son—Gov't ancl Simcoe—Apartments 45,000 20— .11 Singh—Cedar Hill Road—Stable 100 ir. Brownlie—Linden Ave,—Dwelling 3,600 J. Parker—Prior St.—Dwelling 3,000 |m. Lindley—Princess St.—Addition 1,000 H. Ware—Moss St.—Dwelling 2,500 H. Ware—Moss St.—Dwelling 2,500 ,x Leiser—Blanchard St.—Hotel 28,000 E. M. Peary—Fernwood Rd.—Dwelling and Garage.. 4,000 Cessford—Lillian Road—Dwelling 2,000 A. McLean—Boundard St.—Dwelling 1,600 W. Henderson—Davie St.—Dwelling 1,950 121— A. Scott—Collinson St.—Dwelling 4,000 B. Ward—Moss St.—Dwelling 15,000 Coutts—Second St.—Dwelling 400 G. Curry—Chester St.—Garage 150 L. Wilson—Quamichan St.—Dwelling 3,000 . J. Cullums—Fairfield Rd.—Garage 100 Johnston—Scott St.—Dwelling 1,500 2— B. Jones—Bay St.—Dwelling 2,000 ise & Gibson—Lee Ave.—Dwelling 2,500 McLean—Prior St.—Dwelling 3,200 rdha Ram—Speed St.—Dwelling 600 124— M. Anderson—Asquith St.—Dwelling 3,500 .s. York—Belcher Ave.—Dwelling 2,900 jailer & Edward—Earsman St.—Dwelling 1,800 'aller & Edward—Earsman St.—Dwelling 1,800 aller & Edward—Earsman St.—Dwelling 1,800 aller & Edward—Earsman St.—Dwelling 1,800 Gurton—Summit St.—Temp. Dwelling 100 R. Clark and R. M. Palmer—View St.—Garage 11,000 Knowles—Fourth St.—Stable 200 BRITISH COLUMBIA'S INTERESTS several changes were made in the management of the Bank of [treal in British Columbia recently. It was noted with some sur- that Mr. Campbell Sweeny will practically retire, having now J-al supervision of the bank's branches in the province. He is reeled by Mr. R. R. Wallace, who for some time has been assistant Iger. Following the retirement of Mr. J. C. Galletly, manager at Iria, the announcement is made that his successor will be Mr. J. 1 Fraser, who has been at Rossland since 1898. Mr. Sweeny, who Ieen manager in Vancouver for a quarter of a century, is perhaps lest-known of the bank managers of British Columbia, coming to |ouver in 1887, just after the city was established. He has always an active interest in financial matters. He was identified with all public institutions, as well as being connected with several lanies. 3remier McBride, on his return from London, brought back goocl Its of British Columbia's standing in Great Britain. He states |it is not improbable that some of the capital whicii has been to the Argentine may come to this province, especially in view Je development expected when the Panama Canal opens. He ed while in London that the financing of the Pacific Great Eastern, built from North Vancouver to Fort George, via Howe Sound, |>een successfully completed, and that work will be begun on a scale near North Vancouver before July lst, Messrs. Foley, & Stewart, railway contractors, have entered into an agreement lthe provincial government to build this line, the government pteeing the bonds to the extent of $35,000 a mile. Hie Premier also stated that he had met Sir Donald Mann, who laid that plans had been completed for the establishment of several j industries at Port Mann. Every time the Canadian Northern Dort Mann has been mentioned during the past two or three is it has been invariably stated that "new industries had been led, but official announcement could not yet be made." People eginning to wonder if these indefinite references are made to boom the sale of Port Mann lots. If something definite is not given Don the effect of a later announcement will be largely lost. Give Your Typist Good Stationery and She'll Give You Better Work Baxter & Johnson Co. Limited 618 Fort St. Phone 730 Vhe Taylor Mill Co. Limited All kinds of Building Material Lumber .' Sash .' Dooi Telephone 564 North Government Street, Victoria Royal Bank Chambers Vidtoria, B. C. Thomas Hooper Jlrchited 522 Winch Building Vancouver, B. C. BRITISH COLUMBIA Contains 252,800,000 acres of rich farm anil fruit lands, tin-it er, mineral and coal lands. Railroads now building will open up to settlers and investors. We specialize on British Columbia Investments and can tell you about opportunities to GET IN AT THB BEGINNING in town lots, townsite subdivisions or farm, timber, mineral, coal lands and water powers, wholesale or retail. Your name and address on a postcard will bring you valuable information FREE! WRITE OR CALL Natural Resources Security Co., Ltd Paid-up Capital $250,000 Joint Owners and Sole Agents Fort George Townsite 612 Bower Building, Vancouver, B.C. may 18 aug 17 Waterfront for Sale Cheap Why pay $250 to $1,000 per acre when you can buy the most beautiful waterfront for $150 per acre. This is situated at extreme south end of Salt Spring Island, overlooking Pier Island and handy to Sidney and terminus of B. C. E. Rly.—63 acres, 14 acres cleared, small orchard, good spring, and road to gate, sheltered bay for launch on next lot; most magnificent view of Mount Baker, Olympic Range and all Islands of Gulf intervening. Terms to suit. For full particulars apply JOHN C. MOLLET South Salt Spring FOR SALE FINE LOT ON METCHOSIN ST. 60x1)5, ALL CLEARED PRICE $10 0 0 ON Add,,., EASYTERMS "A. _." CARE WEEK Fire Insurance, Employers' Liability & Contractors' Bonds Written See us about Real Estate Investments . Green & Burdick Bros. Phone 1518 Cor. Broughton & Langley St. Victoria Avenue Lot 53x120 feet, Level, No Rock, Two Blocks from Oak Bay Avenue, Adjoining lots held at $1500.00. One Third Cash Handles This r Price $1250.00 Pemberton & Son CORNER FORT AND BROAD STREETS Five cups of this most delicious beverage for one cent UPTON'S TEA GOES FARTHEST FOR THE MONEY SSgagBBBngEBPHB^^ EYE STRAIN In straining your eyes you are abusing your best friends. Correctly fitted glasses will give you permanent relief and pleasureable use of your eyesight. Your glasses must be correctly fitted, however. Consult A. P. BLYTH Optometrist and Optician 645 Fort Street Telephone 2259 apl 20 S oct 26 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 CANADA CAN ABSORB MONEY PROFITABLY "Undoubtedly, large sums of money are being poured into Canada at the present moment, and the remark is often made that Canada cannot absorb all this money profitably, and that trouble is sure to follow. I think, however, that such a view is an unduly pessimistic one, and is made by those who do not realize the value ancl potentialities of this immense Land of Opportunities which now holds such a vitally important place in the British Dominions." So spoke the chairman of the Scottish ancl Canadian General Investment Company at the annual meeting, held in Edinburgh last month. "The vast immigration to Canada which is taking place today, and which will, in all probability," he added, "continue for many years, necessitates the provision of large sums for financing these immigrants, most of whom are connected with the leading industry of agriculture. In addition to this, towns are springing up all over the Dominion, ancl industries and manufactures of all kinds are being developed at a very rapid pace. "Such being the case, I venture to think that we have seen only the beginning of the progress and development of Canada, ancl that if we invest a considerable proportion of our money there in securities selected with that care and consideration which it will be the endeavour of your board to exercise, the shareholders of this company will be amply satisfied with the results." A BRITISH PROJECT The British Services Canadian Lands, Ltd., a syndicate formed by Britishers, have purchased thirteen thousand acres of fruit lands at the head of Nicola lake in picturesque Nicola valley. The directors of the company are Colonel Herbert Swayne Fitzgerald, C.B.; Sir Thomas Gallwey, surgeon-general (retired), Philip Beresford Hope ancl Colonel Hill Godfrey Morgan. Major William Dugmore, 72nd Highlanders of Canada, has been selected manager of the company for Canada. Trustees selected for holders of company's debentures are Alfred St. George Hammersley, K.C, and Sir Francis W. Lowe, M.P., London. SOUTH VANCOUVER SEEKING LONDON MARKET On the advice of its fiscal agents, Wood, Gundy & Co., South Vancouver has decided to market £200,000 treasury bills, maturing in six months, in the London market. By this method South Vancouver will provide for its financial needs immediately without having recourse to banking accommodation, and at the same time await a possible improvement in the London market before making the long-term loan. Chas. Hayward President Reginald Hayward F. Caselton Sec'y-Treas. Manager Phones 2335, 2236. 2237. 3238, 2239 The B. C. Funeral Furnishing Co. (Successors to Charles.Hayward) ' Funeral Directors and Embalmers 1016 Govt. St. Established 1867 Victoria, B. C. HALL & FLOYER Real Estate Agents Financial Brokers Members Real Estate Exchange and Victoria Stock Exchange April 27 Black Scotch A GRAND SPIRIT & White Whisky What you want, the way you want it Afternoon Tea, Dainty Luncheons, Special Teas for parties by arrangement. Do not forget—We always keep on hand guaranteed New Laid Eggs. The TEA KETTLE nw douglas st. MISS M. WOOLDRIDGE, Proprietress Opposite the Victoria Theatre We are the Best in Our Line __ Quality and Freshness are what Bancroft's! Chocolates are notec for. Mail and Express! orders a specialty. All we ask is a trial. Palace of Sweets! 1013 Government St. Victoria, B. C. mch 9 Iv Blue Printing Maps Draughting Surveyors' Instruments al Drawing Office Supplies jf Electric Blue Print & M Company 214 Central Bldg., View StrJ Phone 1534 Victoria, B. J Mrs. D. B. McLarl Teacher of Singing and j Voice Production Terms on Application Phone Xz\ P. O. Box 44Q Roy'i Art Glut Works and SI 915 Pandora St., Victoria, B. C. [ Albert F. Roy| Over thirty ycara' experience Art Glau LEADED LIGHTS Sole manufacturer of Steel-Cored for Churchea, School!, Public Bl ing» and private Dwelling!. Plain I Fancy Class Sold. Saahei Glased] Contract. Eitimatei free. Phoi We All Like To Be Clean ^\ UT can anyone be clean with their hair full of Ifj ashes, ashes spilled over their clothes, and hands roughened from handling same? One cannot empty the ash pit of a coal range without carrying some of the ashes away on one's clothing, and a good supply away in one's hair. All housekeeping is light housekeeping if one uses a gas range, for then there is no smoke, no smell, no smut, no grease, and best of all there are no ashes to bother with See the VICTORIA GAS COMPANY, LIMITED 652 Yates Street Telephone 2479 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 orrespondence ie Week accepts no responsibility for views expressed by its correspondents, munications will be inserted whether id by the real name ot the writer nom de plume, hut the writer's and address must be given to the ir as an evidence of bona fides. In no will it be divulged without consent. 'ORIA AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION 25th June, 1912. e Editor of The Week: r Sir,—May I request your isy iii giving publicity to a Club Ixed for Monday, July ist, to |han Bay to see the Regatta, vill meet at City Hall, Victoria, ; a.m., the Regatta starts at |han at 10 a.m. Association hopes that mem- lill all fly the Association Pen- Ivhich can be procured at the ^c Garage. On the way home be possible for members to sham fight between Victoria Incouver regiments which takes |>etween Summit and Langford •ting you in anticipation, I am, Is very truly, PAS. A. FORSYTHE, C.A., Assistant Secretary. "POOR DOGGIE" June 22, 1912. I Editor of The Week: -I should be so grateful if you |voice a protest in your column the criminal brutality of a |st on Fort and Vancouver running over a fox terrier on Isday ancl leaving the poor little 10 die. It was lying on the fird when I passed it on Thurs- arning, still alive. erday, Friday, I saw another Jes street, near Quadra, a small Ind white fox terrier, dead. le it is too much to hope that leveu as caustic as yours is at Justly so, will have much effect Is preventing these occurrences 11 suppose -we must look upon [price we must pay for the en- ht of our modern luxuries, will |be worth the effort if a sense me is brought to the heart of liver in the first instance and Iret in the second, and it may ly enlighten the owners of these Is as to what has become of lets. |nking you in anticipation, M. N ix in Tenebris \Special Message from the General lthe Light or in the Dark, you ]ount upon your General to trust and go forward!" By Cable, London, England, June 4, 1912. iDear Comrades,—If the ttnex- J blow regarding the loss of my lit has not actually fallen, as lewspapcrs havc stated, it is lig dangerously near. Instead J restoration of sight for which Ihoped, ancl for which I know live so earnestly prayed, the tell me I am on the very eve Ire darkness. few brief hours my comrades under the painful compulsion Jouncing that The General is fcsly blind. In that event, what Jescribably painful loss will be |iever again to see the light of behold the countenances of lends, or look into the sym- Ic eyes of my comrades; never lo witness that which for over lears has been to me the sight Jits—men and women kneeling |Mercy Seat. too, I have lost the hope of hble with any facility to write, It will be an absolute impossi- 10 read well. lup all my losses, they are many Trious, I admit; but look at the Is left me! I, there is my confidence in 11 am not going to allow the Ice of a few things which are Iflict with my judgment to in terfere with my confidence in His wisdom—confidence that is inspired by a lifelong knowledge of His loving care. Then, I have not lost the assurance of my own happy relations with my Heavenly Father. I have not lost the confidence and love of my own dear people. I have not lost the inestimable blessing of life. I want the continued loyalty of my own people, and the heartier co-operation of all men and women whose hearts are fired with the same purpose as my own. In a few weeks' time I hope to be found once more on the battlefield. Anyway my dear comrades, in the light or in the dark, you may count upon your General to trust in God and go forward! WILLIAM BOOTH. Former Merchant Pnnce Passes away on a Poor- House Cot The people of Western Ontario were shocked a few days ago on reading in a contemporary the announcement that a former "merchant prince" of K had died in the House of Refuge, aged 77 years. In a short biographical sketch it was observed that he was a nephew of the late Senator and about a quarter of a century ago was one of the big dry goods men of B . That he should have passed away on a poor- house cot is a sad but striking instance of the irony of fate. It was said that never being married he was not ruined by the extravagance and ingratitude of his family, and that not being a drinker King Alcohol never played a part in his undoing. Nevertheless the years came ancl he was relieved of his wealth, and wrecked in health and wrecked in fortune he was obliged some two years ago to make that saddest of all trips "Over the Hill to the Poor-House." What stronger example than the above could any man require or desire as to the desirability of a safe means of investment such as the Canadian Government's Annuity System, under which absolutely sure provision may be made by every man, woman and child domiciled in Canada against want and poverty? In his declining years, when his physical and mental powers may have failed, when in consequence he may be no longer capable of earning a livelihood or of looking after his affairs, when perhaps all those near and dear to him have passed away, he will if he has purchased a Government Annuity have the haunting fear of destitution in old age forever dispelled. That little messenger, his Annuity cheque, will go to him every three months carrying with it comfort ancl happiness. It will be a steadfast friend. It will never desert him. Awake young man and young woman to your opportunity, and act on the advice of Sir Walter Raleigh, given over 300 years ago, but none the less sane today, namely, to "use thy youth so that thou mayest have comfort to remember it when it hath forsaken thee and not sigh ancl grieve at the account thereof," and act today. Apply to your Postmaster or write to thc Superintendent of Annuities, Ottawa, for information in regard to this most advantageous system of saving. THE DIFFERENCE Bess: "What's the difference between a bird with only one wing and one with two?" Tess: "I give it up." Bess: "Merely the difference of a pinion. ' CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that t.ie reserve existing over Lot 103, Range 3, Coast District, by reason of a notice published in the British Columbia Gazette of thc 27th of December, 1907, bc cancelled for the purpose of effecting a sale of the said lands to the Western Canada Trust Limited. R. A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. C, 22nd April, 1912. apl 27 July 27 The "IDEAL" Hammo-Couch ON THE LAWN Always in the shade-always comfortable. How different from tho old "half-moon" kind. ON THE PORCH Can be suspended from ceiling. Room and strength enough to hold three or four persons. 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The back of the "IDEAL" Hammo-Couch is just richt height for perfect comfort. A light slat, concealed in top edge of wind-shield, gives sure support. Other kinds have an unsupported, "baggy" flap, which you cannot lean against. ' Seat is just the right width for either sitting or reclining position. Other kinds are suitable only for one person lying down. Mattress cushion is 3 inches thick, filled with soft, sanitary cotton. High quality, khaki-colored duck is used throughout. Magazine pockets securely sewed and riveted to each end of couch. Adjustable canopy sun-shade is another exclusive feature. Length is 6 feet; width, 2 feet 2 inches. Sold with the steel frame support for use on lawn, or without frame when to be hung from verandah roof. Easily carried from place to place. THE FRAME Note construction. lK-inch steel tubing, supporting spring from ends, leaving no unyielding edge. Strongest and most comfortable. Write for Free Booklet H 10 and name of store where you can see one. TRADEMARK ,,( ■ n C *» ■ m(.\ 1 iui.ni RLClSTEr, LD W\,\»: The genuine Hantmo Couch bears this Trade Mark. Be sure it is on the one you buy. t«HDEAL BEDDING C?.m1T„ 20 JEFFERSON AVENUE, TORONTO CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that thc reserve existing on vacant Crown lands in Township [A, Range 5, Coast District, by reason of a notice published in thc British Columbia Gazette on November ist, 1906, and bearing date of October 31st, 1906, is cancelled. R. A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Department of Lands, Victoria, B.C., 15th June, 1912. June 22 sept. 21 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing upon Lots 2031, 2034, 2035, 2035A, 2040 to 2046 inclusive, 2048, 2049A, 2050, 2055, 2057, 2060 to 2063 inclusive, 2067, 2068. 2069, 2075A, 2076, 2078, 2080, 2084, 2086, and 2088, Cassiar District, notice of which, bearing date May 18th, 191-2, was published in the British Columbia Gazette on May 23rd, 1912, is cancelled. R. A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of I,amis. Department of Lands, Victoria, B.C., 19th June, 1912. June 22 sept. 21 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that I, Thomas McDonald, of Ehurnc, B. C, occupation Contractor, intends to apply for permission to purchase tlie following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about two miles south-west from Finger Mountain on the Klcen-a-Klecnc River, mnrked south-east corner; thence north 80 chains; west 80 chains; soutii 80 chains; cast 80 chains to post of commencement. Dated April iSth, 1912. THOMAS McDONALD. June 22 aug. 17 TO ARCHITECTS PROVINCIAL NORMAL SCHOOL, VICTORIA NOTICE is hereby given that thc lime for the submission of competitive (designs for the Provincial Normal School which it is proposed to erect in or near the City of Victoria, has been extended to the 1st day of August, 1912, at noon. ALEXANDER ROBINSON, Superintendent of Education. Education Department, Victoria, June 5II1, 1912. june 8 june 29 NOTICE SEALED TENDERS, endorsed "Tender for Reverted .Mineral Claim," will be received by the undersigned up lo noon of Monday, the 8th of July next, for the purchase of the following mineral claims, which were forfeited to tlie Crown for unpaid taxes at tax sale of the 7th of December, 1904, viz. I— "Blucher," known as Lot 288, Sayward District. "Wellington," known as Lot 289, Sayward District. "Waterloo traction," known as Lot 200, Sayward Dislrict. "Contact Fraction," known as Lot 326, Sayward District. Tender for each claim must bc made separately and no tender for a less amount than $236 will be accepted for the "llluchcr"; $-,](> fnr the "Wellington"; $188 for thc "Waterloo Fraction"; and $42 for the "Contact Fraction." Each tender must bc accompanied by a inarked cheque for lhe full amount thereof. Cheques of the unsuccessful tenders will be returned. ROBERT A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Department of Lands, Victoria, B.C., June 8th, 1912. june 22 July 6 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of South Saanich TAKE NOTICE that t e Vancouver Island Power Co., Ltd., of Victoria, B.C., occupation Power Company, intend to apply for permission to lease the following described land, comprising the foreshore contained within part of Slugget Bay, Tod Inlet, Vancouver Island:—Conimencing at a post planted at high water mark on the East shore of Slugget Bay, the said oost being five hundred (500) feet soutii (Ast.), and eight hundred and sixty- eight (868) feet west (Ast.) of the north-east corner of Section 12, Range 2 West, South Saanich District; thence west (Ast.) five hundred and fifty-two and three-tenths (552.3) feet; thence soutii (Ast.) one hundred and forty-six and one-tenth (146.1) feet more or less to high water mark on the soutii shore of Slugget Bay, and thence along high water mark to the point of commencement, containing two and four-tenths (2.4) acres more or le-.-. Dated April 25th, 1912. THE VANCOUVER ISLAND POWER CO., LTD. A. O. Noakes, Agent, mav 4 june 29 WATER NOTICE For a Licence to Take and Use Water NOTICE is hereby given that Central [sland Power Co., I,id., 413 Winch Building, Vancouver, B.C., will apply for a licence to take and use jjoo cubic feet per second of water out of Nitnat Hivcr, which Hows ill a southerly direction through Lots 51 and 69, and empties into Nitnat Lake near Clo-oose P. 0. The water will bc diverted at head of Canyon on Lot 51 and will be used for Power Purposes on thc land described as Lot 51. This notice was posted on the ground on the 8th day of May, 1912. The application will be filed in the oflice of the Water Recorder at Victoria and Alberni. Objections may bc filed witu tlie said Water Recorder or with the Comptroller of Water Rights, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, B. C. CENTRAL ISLAND POWER CO., Applicant. 413 Winch Bldg., Vancouver, B.C. June 1 june 29 WATER NOTICE For a License to Take and Use Water NOTICE is hereby given that Edward C. Hart, of Victoria, B. C, Physician, will apply for a license to take and use one second foot of water out of Metchosin Creek, which flows in an easterly direction through Section No. 1 and empties into a Lagoon north-west of Albert Head. Thc wates will lie diverted at about 500 ft. from thc shore line aud will be used for irrigation purposes on tbe land described as Lot 2, Subdivision of Section 45, and part of Section 44, Metchosin Dislrict. Tllis notice was posted on the ground on the 19th day of June, 1912. Tlie application will be filed iu tbe oflice of the Water Recorder al Victoria, B. C. Objections may bc filed with the said Water Recorder or with the Comptroller of Water Rights, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, B. C. EDWARD C. HART, Applicant. June 22 july 20 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Hugh McMillan, of Vancouver, occupation Engineer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at the north-west corner of Sapphi Lake, west branch Homalko River; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence soutii 40 chains to lake shore; thence west alone: lake shore 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1912. HUGH McMILLAN. june 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Elizabeth McMillan, of Vancouver, occupation Widow, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one and one-half miles northeast from Middle Lake, west branch Homalko River and on west side of river; thence west 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1912. ELIZABETH McMILLAN. june 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that John Watt, of Vancouver, occupation Mechanic, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile north from north shore of Middle Lake, west branch Homalko River and on west side of river; thence west 40 chajns; tnence south 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1912. JOHN WATT. june 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Nettie Elizabeth McMillan, of Vancouver, occupation House-keeper, intends to apply for permission; to purchase the following described lands i—Commencing at a post planted on north shore of Middle Lake, west branch Homalko River; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1912. NETTIE ELIZABETH McMILLAN. june 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Emma lambouline, of Westham Island, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about two and one- half miles north-east from Twist Lake and on east side of west branch of Homalko River; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence soutii 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 18th, 1912. EMMA TAMBOULINE. june 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Joseph lambouline, of Westham Island, occupation Farmer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one-half miles south from Bluff Lake, west ■_ branch Homalko River; thence soutli 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence cast 40 chatns to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1912. JOSEPH TAMBOULINE. June is aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that John Butler of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Teamster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted opposite finger Mountain on the Kleene-a-Kleene river, marked North-east Cor.; thence soutii 40 chains; west 80 chains; north 40 chains; east 80 chains to post of com- mencement. Dated April 16th, 1912. JOHN BUTLER. G. McMillan Agent, june 15 aug. 10 SYNOPSIS OF COAL MINING REGULATIONS Coal mining rights of the Dominion, in Alanitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, the Yukon Territory, the North-west Territories and in a portion of the Prov-nce of British Columbia, may be leased for a term of twenty- one years at an annual rental of $1 an acre. Not more than 2,560 acres will be leased to nne applicant. Application for a lease must be made by the applicant in person to the Agent or Sub- Agent of the district in which the rights applied for are situated. In surveyed territory the land must be described by sections, or legal sub-divisions of sections, and in unsurveyed territory the tract applied for shall be staked out by the applicant himself. Each application must be accompanied by a fee of $5 which will be refunded if the rights applied for arc not available, but not otherwise. A royalty shall bc paid on the merchantable output bf the mine at the rate of five cents per ton. The person operating the mine shall furnish the Agent with sworn returns accounting for the full quantity of merchantable coal mined and pay the royalty thereon. If the coal mining rights are not being operated, such returns should be furnished at least once a year. The lease will include the coal mining rights only, but the lessee may be permitted to purchase whatever available surface rights may be considered necessary for the working of the mine at the rate of $10.00 an acre. For full information application ihould be made to the Secretary of the Department of the Interior, Ottawa, or to any Agent or Sub-Agent of Dominion Lands. W. W. CORY, Deputy Miniiter of the Interior. N.B.—Unauthorized publication of this advertisement will not be paid for. mch 9 sept. 7 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT Districi of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that Emma MacDonald, of Bella Coola, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted 20 chains cast from the South-west Cor., of the North-west quarter of Section 27, Township 6; tnence north 20 chains;_ thence east 20 chains; thence south 20 chains; thence west 20 chains to point of commencement and containing 40 acres more or less. Dated May 29th, 1912. EMMA MacDONALD. June 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND' DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that John F. McMillan, of Vancouver, occupation Fireman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following describea lands:—Commencing at a post planted about three and one-half miles northeast from Twist Lake and on east side of west branch Homalko River; thence west _*o chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence soutli 40 chains to point of commencement. JOHN FITZGERALD McMILLAN. June 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Fay McMillan, of Vancouver, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about three miles north-east from Twist Lake and on east side of west branch of Homalko River; thence west 40 chains; thence nortli 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence soutii 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 18th, 1912. FAY McMILLAN. June 15 aug. 17 NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing over Lot 9874, Group I, Kootenay District, by reason of the notice published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 27th of December, 1907, is cancelled. ROBERT A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. C, 18th May, 1012. may 25 aug. 24 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast. TAKE notice that I, George H. Crane, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Contractor, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 20 chains west from the northwest corner of the Northwest quartef of Section 22, Township 8, Range 3, thence nortli 20 chains, tiience east 30 chains, thence south 20 chains; thence west 30 chains to point of commencement, and containing sixty (60) acres more or less. Dated May 8, 1912. GEO. H. CRANE, may 18 . July 13 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Victoria TAKE notice that Victoria Machinery Depot Company, Limited, of the City of Victoria, occupation Engineers, intends to apply for permission to lease the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at high water mark in the easterly boundary line of Lot 10, Block K, Harbor Estate, in the City of Victoria, B.C., distant 115 feet more or less soutii from the northeast corner of said Lot 10; thence southerly and following the easterly boundary of said lot produced, a distance of 590 feet, more or less: thence at right angles westerly a distance of 300 feet more or less to the easterly boundary of Lot 6, Block K, Harbor Estate produced; thence at right angles northerly and following the westerly boundary line of said Lot 6, produced to high water mark; thence easterly following the sinuosities of the shore line to point of commencement containing 4.1 acres, more or less. Dated May 17th, Victoria, B.C. VICTORIA MACHINERY DEPOT COMPANY, LIMITED. Charles Joseph Vancouver Spratt, Agent. June 1 aug 30 COURT OF REVISION AND APPEAL VICTORIA ASSESSMENT DISTRICT A Court of Revision and Appeal under the provisions of the "Taxation Act, in respect of the Assessment Roll for the year 1912 will be held at Sidney, B.C., on Wednesday, June 26th, 1912, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon. Dated at Victoria, B.C., June 12th, 1912. THOS. FUTCHER, Judge of the Court of Revision and Appeal, june 15 june 29 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that William Dixon, of Vic toria, B.C., occupation Cook, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about four miles distant in a southerly direction from Takush Harbor; thence south 40 chains; thence east 40 chains: thence nortli 40 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 6th, 1912. WILLIAM DIXON. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, may 25 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that William Peter Smith, of Victoria, B. C, occupation Engineer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about three miles distant in a south-westerly direction from Takush Harbor; thence west 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40t chains to point of commencement, containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 7th, 1912. WILLIAM PETER SMITH. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, may 25 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Geo. Herbert Atkins, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Painter, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about four miles in a southerly direction from Takush Harbor, thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 7th, 1912. GEO HERBERT ATKINS. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, may 25 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE NOTICE that Frederick Wood, of Victoria, B.C., occupation. Contractor, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about four miles distant and in a southerly direction from Takush Harbor; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 6th, 1912. FREDERICK WOOD. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, may 25 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Loast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Frank Leroy, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Merchant, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one and one-half miles distant and in a westerly direction from Takush Harbor; thence south 40 chains; thence west 80 chains; tnence north 40 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 320 acres more or less. Dated May 8th, 1912. FRANK LEROY. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, may 25 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that James Arthur Shanks, of Victoria, B. C, occupation Barber, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted on the north-east shore of Mil- bi00k Cove; thence north 40 chains; thence cast 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement, containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 8th, 1912. JA1.1ES ARTHUR SHANKS. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, mav 25 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that Alexander Ferris, of Vancouver, B. C, occupation Teamster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Conimencing at a post planted about 13 miles south-west from Finger Mountain down the Kleene-a- Kleene River, marked South-east Cor.; thence north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; east 80 chains to post of commencement. Dated April 18th, 1912. ALEXANDER FERRIS. . G. McMillan Agent. June 15 aug. 10 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that Harry Boyd, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Contractor, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 12 miles from Finger Mountain down the Klcene-a-Kleene River, inarked South-west Cor.; thence north Co chains: east 80 chains; soutii 80 chains; west 80 chains to post of commencement. Dated April 18th, 1912. HARRY BOYD. G. McMillan Agent. June 15 aug. 10 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that John Ferguson, of Vancouver, B.C., occupation Teamster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about 12 miles south-west from ringer Mountain down Kleene-a-Kleene River, marked South-east Cor.; thence north 80 chains; west 80 chains; south 80 chains; cast 80 chains to post of commencement. Dated April 18th, 1912. JOHN FERGUSON. G. McMillan Agent. June 15 aug. 10 WATER NOTICE For a Licence to Take and Use Water NOTICE is hereby given that The Portland Cement Construction Co., Ltd., Victoria, B. C, will apply for a licence to take and use 0.2 cub. feet per second of water out of China Creek, which flows in an easterly direction through Lots 118 and 73, Malahat District, and empties into Saanich Inlet near opposite Tod Inlet. The water will be diverted about 100 yds. west of bridge over China Creek, and will bc used for domestic purposes on the land described as Lots 118, 73. 74, 75, 95 and 127, Malahat District. This notice was posted on the ground on the 4th day of June, 1912. The application will be filed in the office of the Water Recorder at Victoria. Objections may be filed with the said Water Recorder or with the Comptroller of Water Rights, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, B.C. THE PORTLAND CEMENT CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD., Applicant. By F. A. Devereux, Agent, june 8 june 29 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Agnes Watt, of Van couver, occupation Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted at north end of Twist Lake, west branch Homalko River and near where river empties into lake; thence north 40 chains;_ thence east 40 chains; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 18th, 1912. AGNES WATT. June 15 aug. n VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that William Tambouline, of Westham Island, occupation Farmer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about two miles north-east from Twist Lake and east side of west branch of Homalko River; thence west 40 chains; thence east 40 chains; thence soutii to chains; thence soutii 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April i8th, 1912. WILLIAM TAMBOULINE. June 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Louis Tambouline, of Westham tsland, occupation Farmer, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about one mile soutii from Bluff Lake, west branch Homalko River; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains; thence east 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1912. LOUIS TAMBOULINE. June 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Eli Bourdon, of Vancouver, occupation Retired, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted on soutli shore of Bluff Lake, west branch Homalko River, and on west side of river; thence south 40 chains; thence west 40 chains; thence north 40 chains ;a thence east 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1012. ELI BOURDON, june 15 aug. 17 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range II TAKE notice that Donald Paul McMillan, of Vancouver, occupation Mechanic, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about four and one-half miles northeast from Middle Lake, west branch Homalko River, and on west side of river; thence west 40 chains; thence soutli 40 cnains; thence east 40 chains; thence north 40 chains to point of commencement. Dated April 20th, 1012. DONALD PAUL McMILLAN. June '5 aug. 17 Ijune 22 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the Reserve covering Fractional Sections 13, 14, 15 and Section 24, Township 84, Lillooet District, established by notice published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 6th of April, 1911, and dated 3rd of April, 1911, and also by notice' published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 13th of April, 1911, and dated ioth of April, 1911, is hereby cancelled for the purpose of lease by tender. ROBT. A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. C, ioth June, 1912. June 15 , sept. 14 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing on Crown Lands in the vicinity of Stuart River, situated in the Cariboo District, notice of which bearing date December 17th, yo8, was published in the British Columbia Gazette, dated December 17th, 1908, is cancelled in so far as the same relates to the lands surveyed as Lots 1111, n 14, 5415, 5379, 5433, 538o, 5381, 5382, 5383, 5384, S385, 5417, 5419. 539J, 5390, 5389, 5388, 5387, 5386, 5432, 5437, 5438, 5431, 5392, 5393, 5394, 5395, 539«, 5397, 5421, 5424, 5403, 5402, 5401, 5400, 5399, 5398, 5430, 5439, 5429. 5404, 5405, 5406, 5407, 5408, 5409, 5427, 5414, 5426, 5428. 5425, 5413, and 5412, all in the Cariboo District. ROBT. A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. C, 12th June, 1912. June 15 sept. 14 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range III TAKE notice that I, Albert McDonald, of Eburne, occupation Chaffeur, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about three miles south-west from Finger Mountain on the Kleen-a-Kleene River, marked south-east corner; thence north 80 chains, west 80 chains, south 80 chains, east 80 chains to post of commencement. VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Coast, Range 2 TAKE notice that Anthony Anderson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Mining Man, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands:—Commencing at a post planted about three and one-half miles distant and in a south-easterly direction from Takush Harbor; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated May 6th, 1912. ANTHONY ANDERSON. Frederick A. Smith, Agent, may 25 july 20 NOTICE SEALED TENDERS will be recei-J the undersigned up to noon of Monda 8th of July next, for the purchase of Ll 31A, and 31B, Cowichan District, beinu small islands, comprising respective.! acres, 0.17 acre and 0.25 acre, situatl jacent to Pender Island. Tenders must be made for each island ately and no tender from one person fdL than on'e of the Islands will be accept! Each tender must be properly el "Tender for Land," and must be accorl by a marked cheque equal to twenty-! cent, of the amount thereof. The upsl is fixed at the rate of $10 per acre \ tender for a less amount will not be al ROBERT A. RENWICK Deputy Minister of I Department of Lands, Victoria, B.C., June uth, 1912. june 22 ROYAL NAVAL COLLEGE OF C| HALIFAX, N. S. THE NEXT examination for t Naval Cadets will be held at the _.. centres of the Civil Service Comn November, 1912; parents or guardia tending candidates should apply to tL tary, Civil Service Commission, Otl entry papers before ist October nexl Candidates must be between the al and 16 on ist JANUARY, 1913. 1 Cadets are trained for appointment cers in the Naval Service, the coura College being two years, followed byL in a Training Cruiser, after whicli are rated Midshipmen. 1 _ Further details can be obtained on| tion to undersigned. G. J. DESBARATS.I Deputy Minister of the Naval| Department of the Naval Service, —23705 Ottawa, May 6th, 19) june 29 "LAND REGISTRY ACT" In the matter of an Application fori Certificate of Title to Lot 994,1 City, British Columbia. I NOTICE is hereby given of my intl the expiration of one calendar moil the first publication lr-*-eof to issue! Certificate of Title in lieu of the C| of Title issued to Gustav Sutro on | day of May, 1897, and numbere" which has been lost or destroyed. Dated at Land Registry Office, B. C, this 20th day of June, 1912. S. Y. WOOTTON, Registrar General off june 29 "LAND REGISTRY ACT" In the Matter of an Application fori Certificate of Title to the Water! front of Lots 1352, 1365 and 13661 City, British Columbia. NOTICE is hereby given of my at the expiration of one calendar mon the first publication liereof to issue L Certificate of Title in lieu of the Cl of Title issued to The Victoria Cliemicf pany, Limited, on the 8th day of Ma| and numbered 11113 C which has or destroyed. Dated at Land Registry Office, B. C„ this 25th day of May, 1912. S. Y. WOOTTON, Registrar General of June 1 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve established by notice dated 5th July, 1911, and published in the British Columbia Gazette of the 13th of July, 1911, is cancelled in so far as same relates to Lot 2911, Group I, New Westminster District, situated on Gambier Island, in order that the sale of the said Lot 2911 be made to Fred. P. Murray. ROBERT A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. C, 18th May, 1912. may 25 aug. 24 CANCELLATION OF RESERVE Dated April iSth, 1912. Albf- ERT McDONALD. aug. 17 NOTICE is hereby given that the reserve existing over Crown Lands jn the vicinity of Stuart River, Cariboo, notice of which bearing date February 15th, 1910, was published in the British Columbia Gazette, February 17th, 1910, is cancelled, in so far as the same relates to the lands surveyed as Lots 6251, 6252, 6253, 6254, 6255, 6256, 6257, 6258, 6265, 6272, 6298, 6297, 6296, 6289, 6271, 6266, 6264, 6259, 6273, 6280, 6281, 6279, 6274, 6260, 6263, 6267, 6270, 6290, 6295, 6291, 6269, 6268, 6262, 6261, 6275, 6278, 6284, 6277, 6276, 6285, 6286, 6287, 6288, 6292, 6293, 6294, 6295a, 6301, 6905, 6300, 6299, 6903, 6904, 6007, 6908, 6908a and 6906, all in the Cariboo District. ROBT. A. RENWICK, Deputy Minister of Lands. Lands Department, Victoria, B. C, 12th June, 1912. june is sept. 14 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICI District of Sayward 1 TAKE NOTICE that Gordon ManJ Toronto, Clerk, intends to apply for 1 sion to purchase the following describei Commencing at a post planted at thf east corner of an island in Squirrel Cortez Island, Sayward District; thel lowing the shore line along high watd northerly, westerly, southerly and eas| point of commencement, containing more or less. Dated March 31st, 1912. GORDON MANSFIELD. Harold Percy Hart, may 4 VICTORIA LAND DISTRIC District of Coast, nange 2 TAKE notice that John Walker of Victoria, B.C., occupation Carpt tends to apply for permission to the following described lands:—Corr at a post planted about three milesl and in a southerly direction froml Harbor; thence west 40 chains; thenl 40 chains; thence east 40 chains;! south 40 chains to point of commel containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 6th, 1912. JOHN WALKER McBRIDE Frederick A. Smith, may 25 VICTORIA LAND DISTRIC District of Coast, Range 21 TAKE notice that Herman Rupert! of Victoria, B.C., occupation Surva tends to apply for permission to I the following described lands':—Con! at a post planted about three miles] and in a southerly direction froml Harbor j thence east 40 chains; thenl 40 chains; thence west 40 chainsl south 40 chains to point of commel containing 160 acres more or less. Dated May 6th, 1912. HERMAN RUPERT BROWl Frederick A. Smith, ™ may 25 NOTIO NOTICE is hereby given that the Valuators to consider claims for wq ally performed and materials connection with the construction of ; way & Vernon Railway, will further ] all such claims as have been fully verified. Any claims which have not already! filed and verified bv statutary declarf otherwise, should be filed with thj signed without delay. The Board will consider all <_\_ actual physical work performed i and materials supplied in connection surveying, locating or obtaining of L way between Rock Creek and Vernol R. F. GREEN, f Secretary of the | Address Box 312, Victoria, B. C. june 8 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 fence Problems in Western Canada Covering the United States and Questions of Color t week we discussed this matter I a German point of view and towards Germany as the quarter. We can now look Ids the Pacific and the ripples Ihat direction and to southward. |uite important little occurrence, back some 16 years, seems to lad quite a weighty influence on lnds of many who know Canada I Without any- inclination to- unfriendliness, in fact we can to treat the remark as a good te Britons all credit Americans their abilities for "slimness"; (however slim in starting the |ielan hare they may have been, Im him over very dry ground Ised a deal of useless dust; they |a lot of fuss over ground that never owned nor claimed and [Id have been entirely against Is principles to annex. A doc- Ibelled Monroe apparently had Inusty and wanted airing, so it Jig up in the sunlight to wave vhvd for everyone to see; had Itter stopped there everyone have come to regard it as lid's soiled linen in public and |uld not have been far wrong; unnecessary agitation, how- lid gave unreasonable folk a }f saying Britain had climbed iFishery and other little boun- lestions involving Canadian in- Iseem to have been settled, on |ion, in favour of the United vhich is due rather to faulty bitations of Canada's interests ■exercising proper care in put- Irward her claims. A combin- If these adjustments has pro- la lack of confidence among Influential Canadians in the government to attend properly fcerial interests, ancl, in the lof some, Britain has even Id down," which is not only a ft a dangerous impression that stamped out and not allowed root. Britain's peace and lity depends much on her pres- |d when that gets damaged it repaired by force; it is not |tart, but of very slow and growth, something very real lid, quite distinct from Ameri- |m ancl frothy bluff, which some for it. Unfortunately this lack of confidence of some in gives birth to a feeling that questions Canada's loyalty to [npire, which is quite untrue; does not doubt Canada's loy- |he bulk of Canada's people has this without hesitation in election during the last twelve both Provincial and Federal; I same time it is just as well to I out the dangerous weed that brought to denote any pos- lloubt whatever. Thc future |policy of thc Empire has re- I been outlined by the proper ■ties whom Mr. Churchill re- Is as spokesman ancl the states- way in which he has clis- las much as it is goocl for the land foreign powers to know 1 make matters plain sailing in lids of those who ought to be fed therein. The self-training li on land must ill future be fed by opportunity; their every- jtlling in life affords many of training in some form In assist ill mutual protection lalled upon to assist both civil liilitary power. The farm Jr can dig trenches, gun pits, |late horses for draught and urposes; he can study aiming bosition drill, rapid loading, letting, judging distances, car- peights on his person and slung _>ody in such a way as to feel Imed to the pressures of lig, order kit and accoutre- lo as not to be a total stranger I form of work when he has to field. The individual should \t on arrival at camp for attaining he is going to improve It he already knows, and if he fwbt on any point or finds he idled himself with any diffi- Irhich he cannot explain away he must be prepared to put his question in a form that can readily be answered by his instructor or get satisfactorily cleared up. The taking to pieces, cleaning ancl rapid assembly of various parts of his equipment, arms, accoutrements and kit, can be carried out at such odd times as opportunity may occur. Every individual can soon find out for himself what abilities he may have for special work in the way of collecting information either as a guide over country, in woods, recording directions of routes, noting supplies while taking a country walk, systematising what he notices. With a view to such spare time work being of material use provincial governments should issue carefully drawn up schedules and instructions to individuals, having proper regard to local conditions. On arriving at annual training camps the journals of individuals would be submitted for inspection to staff officers, and those which might merit special notice and show method and compact information could be credited towards the efficiency of the individual's good citizenship, and be some guide towards appointment and promotion. Attendances ancl results at local musketry camps could be included and signatures of officials obtained in support; in the cases of officers this should most certainly be done; records of pistol practice from weapons firing service ammunition should not be omitted. These details are hem brought in just when the Victoria camp of exercise is in progress and may help towards producing some form of unity of thought during the next year or period before the next provincial camp opens. So to return to our subject: It might be argued that if the Venezuelan Boundary question between Britain and the United States were really meaningless, why make such a fuss about it? Well, here comes the point, a remark or statement that has no meaning has unfortunately a negative power in that it can so easily be made to mean anything with skilled manipulation on the minds of impressionable and prejudiced people; in the case in point, viz., prestige, Britain had everything to lose, America nothing, but the latter had a lot to gain, the noise suited her purpose, it helped her on her road towards reciprocity. Again unfortunately America sees advantages in arbitration, what has Britain to gain? Britain possesses what America wants. It does not do to turn too deaf an ear to public utterances in America just now, simply because excitement runs high over approaching presidential elections; it is in these moments of excitement that chance remarks expose the real and unem- broidered truths ancl convictions in the minds of the people towards their neighbours; we need not take them too seriously but it is well to note them. It must be remembered that just after a clay's hard fighting truthful statements are to be had for the picking up on the battle field, whereas by the following morning they have had time to struggle into their uniforms. Our general defence scheme for the future must be conducted on expansive lines; there must be give and take between federal and provincial governments. Whilst individuals in towns who lack the chances of digging are gaining proficiency with guns, machine guns, rifles, they must communicate with country friends and keep in touch with them sending each other information which may help towards next year's sources of training in camp. Drill halls must be well equipped with up-to-date instructional apparatus of every form and scope given for ingenuity and initiative in keeping pace with the new forms of tactics which wireless and aviation are likely to modify if not completely change. 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PEMBERTON BUILDING, 6ai FORT STREET The Royal Cash Registers At $50, $60 and $75 Each Agents ARE THE BEST VALUES MADE Phone 63 Victoria Book & Stationery Co., Ltd. 1004 Government Street 10 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 Society Mrs. Burchell, Thetis Island, was in town during the past week. * * * Mr. and Mrs. John Hirsch of Duncan, are guests at the "Angela." Mr. O. B. N. Wilkie of Trout Lake is in town for a short while. * * * The Hon. Ray W. Jones and his son Mr. Thomas Jones, were in town for a few days this week. * * * Captain Rothwell and Mr. Lawrence of Thetis Island, came down to Victoria for a few clays last week. Mr. and Mrs. Bullock-Webster of Nelson, B. C, are guests at the Balmoral. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Maguire, "The Angela," have left on a pleasure trip to Alberni. * * * Mr. Baron, accompanied by her father, left for th<Mr home in Duncan in the early part of the week. Miss K. Howard, of Kamloops, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Harry A. Bell of this place. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Byng Hall and party have gone up to attend the regatta at Cowichan Bay. * * * Mr. and Mrs. George L. Padelon have arrived in town from Mayne Island. * * * Mrs. Motherwell and party from New Westminster, are guests at the Empress Hotel for a short holiday. * * * Mr. Fairfax Prevost came down from Duncan during the past week and was a guest at the Empress. * * * Miss Blakemore is visiting Mrs. D'amond in New Westminster. * * * Mrs. Paterson will not be receiving again at Government House until the first Thursday in September. * * * Mrs. Beuth Simms of Moosejaw is paying a short visit to Victoria, ancl is a guest at the Empress. * * * Miss Adelaide King, after passing the winter months in Honolulu, is again in Victoria. * * * Among the recent arrivals from the Old Country at the Hotel Empress are Dr. and Mrs. Matter. Miss Eva Loewen, daughter of Mrs. Loewen, arrived from England this week to spend the summer months with her relatives. * * * Mrs. Van Innis of Vancouver, who has been visiting friends ancl relatives in England is expected home again shortly. * * * Mr. J. Bridgman, who has been engaged in business in Vancouver up to the present, has now returned to this city. * * * Miss Jessie Prior, daughter of Col. E. G. Prior, "The Prior," Pemberton Road, who has been attending school in Paris, returned home during the week. * * * Mrs. Strong ancl her brother, Mr. Fred. Loenholm, are in Victoria for the summer months. They are living with their parents, Dr. ancl Mrs. Loenholm, on the Gorge Road. Colonel ancl Mrs. Andrew Haggard are expected back from the Continent where they have been travelling for the last three or four years. They will once again make their home at Cowichan River. * * * Mr. ancl Mrs. Kenneth Gillespie, who have been spending their honeymoon in San Francisco, returned to this place in the early part of the week. They will shortly proceed to Cowichan Lake, where they will live in the future. * * * Miss May Newcombe gave a charming tea in honour of Miss Lorna Eberts, who is to bc married next week. Those present were: Miss Johnston, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Monteith, Mrs. Arthur Gore, Mrs. Twigg, Mrs. Western, Miss Page, Miss Mason, Miss Hilda Page, Mrs. J. B. Hughes, Miss Monteith, Miss Phyllis Eberts ancl Miss Coombe. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Jamieson of Honolulu, reached Victoria on Tuesday en route to England and Scotland on an extended visit to relatives. Mrs. Jamieson is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fitzherbert Bullen, of this city, who are at present in the Old Country. * * * A very smart farewell luncheon was given by Mrs. C. E. Thomas for Miss Lorna Eberts at her pretty home on Pemberton Road on Wednesday. The table was daintily arranged with mauve iris and pale pink sweet peas. Among those present were: Mrs. Twigg, Mrs. George Johnston, Mrs. Roger Monteith, Miss Eberts, Miss Monteith, Miss Mabel Eberts, Miss Phyllis Mason and Miss Vera Mason. * * * A wedding of great interest to all Victorians was that of Miss Ada Spencer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Spencer, of Moss Street, to Mr. Charles Vernon Vickery of New York. The ceremony was performed at the Metropolitan Methodist Church by the Rev. T. E. Holling. The church had been beautifully decorated for the event with masses of white carnations, palms and festoons of smilax. The bride wore a beautiful wedding dress of white satin with the usual bridal veil and orange blossoms. She was attended by Mrs. Florence Spencer (sister of the bride), and Miss Winch in dainty shell pink satin, Miss Sarah Spencer in pale cream satin, and a little page, Master McCrossan, in primrose satin. The mother of the bride looked handsome in a lovely robe of mauve with hat to match. After the wedding ceremony a delightful wedding luncheon was served at the residence of the bride's parents, "Handerwen," at which the relatives and most intimate friends of the family were present. TheDallas Hotel Victoria, B. C. "The Sea-side Hotel" Situated on the Dallas Esplanade, with magnificent view of the Straits of Juan de Fuca. Recently refurnished throughout and under new management. Rates: $2.50 per day and up. American Plan. Special terms per week or per month. JAMES KEY, Manager Where the Palm Trees Nod to the Mirror in the Jungle There grow the Pineapples, from which is made our Pure Hawaiian Pineapple Juice. It's got all the flavour of the fresh fruit. 4 oz bottle, 15c Cyrus H. Bowes Chemist 1228 Government Street Tels. 425 and 450 Farmers'Ex- change, Ltd. 618 Johnson Street Phone 3318 A Few Week End Specials Eggs, per doz 35c Fresh Dairy Butter, per lb 45c Spring Chickens, per lb 40c Local Strawberries, per basket 30c Local Asparagus, per lb 15c Local Rhubarb, per 6-lbs 25c Local Gooseberries, per lb 15c Lettuce, Radishes, Spinach and all other local vegetables, april 20 S oct 26 WhUe H H TheWhite Horse ^^ Cellar flaP UllSW ■ybKKiPft* _U fX APPMNTMENT TO ■ BflCyS/fifiS)!$! Wl KING GEOROE V | 1 "WHITE HORSE" is a perfect H| Mended Whisky up to the "pot still" Ht standard; in iqii as it was in 1811. HOSE & BROOKS CO., LIMITED Vancouver, Distributors for B. C. Holiday Apparel Many articles suggest themselves as being essential for a da;j outing at this season of the year to ensure real comfort. Our White Duck and Flannel Trousers, Soft Shirts, Picnic Hats, etc., are a few things you must consider. Call tonight and scc onr Display. 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An assortment of Wines and Liquors unequal SUNDAY, JUNE 30 Orchestra 6.15 to 7.30—9 to 11 MENU A LA CARTE Spring Lake Celelry 25 Olives' 20 Almonds 20 Radishel Sliced Bermuda Onions 15 Green Onions 10 CANAPE Caviar 25 Pate de Foie Gras 25 Anchovy 25 Westholm| SHELL FISH Fresh Crab Meat Cocktail 25 Merry Widow Cocktail 3o| Selected Esquimalt Oysters on half shell 40 Little Neck Clams on Shell 40 SOUP Consomme Brunoise aux Perles IS Cream of Fresh Asparagu| Chicken Broth with German Noodles 15 Manhattan Clam Chowder 15 FISH Fried Filet of Sole, Colbert 25 Boiled Salmon Steak Hollandaisl Finnan Haddie Delmonico 40 Oysters Kirkpatrick 40 ENTREE Supreme of Chicken a la Washington 50 Patties a la Russd Fresh Mushrooms on Toast 75 Shirred Eggs San Francisco 4=| French Pancakes Raspberry Syrup 25 ENTREE TO ORDER Sweetbreads in Chafing Dish 75 Chicken Maryland 75 Omelette Francaise 45 ROAST Ribs of Beef Yorkshire Pudding 40; Extra 75 Shoulder of Lamb Mint Sauce 50 Island Turkey Cranberry Sauce 75 VEGETABLES Fresh Asparagus 35 New Potatoes 15 June Peas 25 Fresh Spinach 10 Cauliflower in Cream 15 SALADS Combination 40 Head Lettuce 25 Sliced Cucumber 25 Sliced Tomatoes Chicken Mayonaise 50 DESSERT Strawberry Shortcake Vanilla Parfait 25 Peach Melb^ Assorted Fruits 25 Chocolate Eclair 10 Nuts and Raisins 2_\ Green Apple Pie 10 Deep Rhubarb Pie 10 Iced Canteloupe: Half 15, Whole 25 Strawberries and Creaml Bread and Butter Pudding 10 \ Coffee per Pot 20 Tea per Pot 20 Demitassel Please don't forget to reserve your tables. L. Turner, Mus_| Director, will have his usual high class entertainment, Vq and Instrumental. Jimmy Morgan Manager apl 20 Late of Vancouver, B. C. 1 Ladies' Tailors Dealers in Silks, Laces Etc. Ladies' and Children's Whitewear So Kee & Co. P. O. Box 160 1029 Cook St. Cor. Cook tt Fort SE4T? Chas. Pair, tim THEHSTtirm™ INTflEfflOTOrW 1351toonsWmfcTH-50SMwl THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 U tf \Sotto Voce I The Week's Rumours and Humours (By The Hornet) lat some of the specimens of |sh as she is "wrote" whioh ap- |in the Victoria daily psess must Lindley Murrny turn in his * * * jit one hardly expected to find liiatical errors in the School Izine, but there are two in the pi limber. * * * It a good proof reader is a far pr rarity than a good editor. It the acting of Miss Verna Fel- li Tolstoi's "Resurrection" was llation. on Thursday night Sheriff l^ds committed a brutal assault book-keeper in the Westholme a delicate young fellow about |.s own size and weight. * * * it is about time the Govem- believed Victoria of an officer tnnot by the wildest stretch of [agination be regarded as an put to his profession. *• * * the Rose Show was an un- lented success, thanks to the en- |e and energy of the Daughters Empire. ■ * * * It whatever these ladies and ■respected Regent, Mrs. Croft, lake to do is always done ptly and well. It it is to be hoped they have paken the management of the Rose Show permanently. * * * It Mr. Evelyn Wrench, the or- Ir of the Over-Seas Club Move- [will be in Victoria on July ioth, (panicd by his sister. * * * It they will be tendered a recep- ly the members of the local fi this evening. * * * \.l the action of the Victoria is attacking the Department friculture is just a little bit more than "tilting at wind-mills." * * * kt if there is one Minister who Inastered his Department and |has it thoroughly organized, it Hon. Price Ellison. * * * lat when the Hon. Mr. Crothers, Bter of Labour, arrives in Vic- I he will find a full-fledged alien— Igration problem ready to his |at what with Dago trenoh-dig- German carpenters and Seattle Jerers of various nationalities, the |ish workman" is not getting of a show in Victoria. * * * at the Government would do Ito nominate a "straight" Labour lsentativc on the Board of Direc- lof the Jubilee Hospital. 1 * * * lat the working-men of the city jnore directly interested in the management of the Hospital |any other class. # * * at many of his fellow citizens Ibe glad of the opportunity of ling respect to Mr. Consul Smith le Fourth of July. |at they can do this and at the time honour a friendly nation pining the picnic to Goldstream at a friendly celebration is the |hing on w'hich we are all agreed vour "Reciprocity." * * * at ex-President Roosevelt turned Chicago Convention into a Teddy- I garden. * * * |at there can be no more fatal nent on the failure, of Roosevelt and Taft than the "coming back" of Bryan. * * * That if Bryan does "come back," it will be because he can convince the people that he really means to fight the Trusts. That congratulations are due to the "Lounger," who has finally succeeded in banishing "soap-suds" from the Inner Harbour. * * * That the Empress Hotel management has put in a trap valve which diverts the noxious fluid into the sewer. * * * That it is not true that the nuisance has persisted so long as an advertisement for White Swan Soap. * * * That the thanks of the community are due to Manager Jackson who ably seconded the efforts of the "Lounger." * * * That the "cool card" has abandoned his unique advertising scheme at a saving of $1,500 to Victoria tradesmen. That a Sunday Closing By-law would stand a better chance after the ice-cream season is over. * * * That if Vancouver can stand a Curfew By-law, why not Victoria? That if the Health and Morals Committee would concentrate their energies on this they might bring about a practical reform. THE SCHOOL MAGAZINE The eighth number of the School Magazine, being for the month of May, is to hand. It is a monument to the patience and industry of the editor, Mr. Clive Phillips-Wolley, for, with the single exception of Mr. J. Herrick McGregor, who contributes a breezy article on Johnny Gale, the editor is responsible for the whole of the literary contents. He opens with an instructive ancl entertaining story on Empire Day. Then comes Mr. McGregors article. This is followed by a biographical sketch of Sir Francis Drake patched together from the pages of Hakluyt's "Voyages," Wood's "With the Flag at Sea" and Alfred Noyes' epic, "Drake." Then, no doubt prompted by the loss of the Titanic, Mr. Wolley recalls the incident of the loss of the Birkenhead. Thc back page article is an appreciation of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, also by the editor. If tbe school children of British Columbia are not well posted on the brave deeds that won the Empire, it will not be the fault of C. P. W. FOURTH OF JULY Arrangements are prospering finely for the American Barbecue and picnic to be held at Goldstream Park on Thursday next, July 4th. Not content with furnishing a monster roasted ox with all needed accessories, to be distributed among the guests, the management has prepared a programme including dancing and sports of divers kind, which will insure a good time for all. The oration will be delivered by Rev. Dr. Adna Wright Leonard, the eloquent and talented pastor of the First M. E. Church of Seattle, noted as one of the most gifted orators of his native state of Ohio. Music will be furnished by the well known Fifth Regiment Band of Victoria. While the whole is under the auspices of American residents in this city, they wish it distinctly understood that all fellow Anglo-Saxon residents of Vancouver Island are cordially invited to participate in this celebration of their National Anniversary and to enjoy the hospitality of the occasion. 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G. lint Ulli 537 YATES STREET 8CPt 16 Soaps of Satisfaction As in everything else we offer you, so in soap, we offer you purity and excellence. You will find real satisfaction in any of these. Castile Soap—The famous "Innocent" brand, the favorite in Paris. The introduction of Oil of Almonds and Olives is the secret of its popularity. Another large shipment just arrived at the very moderate rate of a large bar for 75c Goodwin's Soap—The good old English Toilet Soap. It has stood the test of time and is still a first favorite. Per box 25c Washing Tablets—Mack's "No-Rub" Washing Tablets save labor, soap and bluing in the laundry. You can't afford not to buy it. Per tablet 5c H. 0. Kirkham & Co., Ltd. 741, 743,745 Fort Street Grocery Store Butcher Shop Liquor Store Tels. 178, 179 Tel. 3678 Tel. 1677 The Union Steamship Company, Ltd. of B. C. S.S. CAMOSUN—For Prince Rupert and Granby Bay every Tuesday. S.S. CHELOH'SIN—For Skeena River, Prince Rupert, Naas River, Fort Simpson and Stewart every Saturday. THE BOSCOWITZ STEAMSHIP COMPANY, LTD. S.S. VENTURE—For Campbell River, Hardy Bay, Rivers Inlet, Namu, Ocean Fall, Bella Coola, Bella Bella, every Wednesday. S.S. VADSO-—For Skeena River, Prince Rupert, Naas, every two weeks JOHN BARNSLEY, Ag«nt, Phone 1925 534 Yates Street may 18 S oct 19 12 THE WEEK, SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1912 At the Street Corner (Continued from Page j) car. All this is altered. The dock companies have arranged for hack- men and chauffeurs to line up as near to the sheds as possible, and you need only walk a few yards to secure the necessary transportation. This is one of the things which Seattle does well. There are several others, including the hotel service at the Perry and the Rainier-Grand; but that is another story. * * * I notice with gratification that the City Council decided to call upon the Canadian Mineral Rubber Company to lengthen their smoke-stacks and so do some little towards abating a very real nuisance. But why confine the injunction to one company? There are, scattered about the city in many places now, engines and boilers doing temporary work in connection with building operations. Many of these jobs last from six months to a year, and the streets are deluged with smoke and sulphur. There is no need for this; at the expenditure of a few dollars a length of piping could be attached to these smoke-stacks and •the filth carried twenty or thirty feet in the' air. There is no danger of the contractors doing this on their own initiative, but as they do commit a nuisance, the proper authorities could easily insist on its abatement, and ithe authorities in this matter are to be found at the City Hall. What is sauce for the goose, should be sauce for the gander, and that is all I ask for. * * * I made some strictures recently in connection with sanitary inspection, and last week a letter was published from a correspondent at Foul Bay, who complained that she had written to the Sanitary Officer and had been referred to the Health Department. On enquiry I find that this letter went to the Provincial Health Officer, instead of to the Civic, and I learn also that much correspondence goes astray in i. similar manner, through insufficient address. Just what can be done in the matter of those Foul Bay shacks, I do not know; unless a positive nuisance is created, I fear the case is hopeless, but on the general question it is only fair to say that the chief City Inspector, Mr. Lancaster, is as hard-working a man as the City has in its employ, and that the only reason he is not able to deal with all the complaints which reach him is that his staff is too small to cover the ground. I have personal knowledge of many matters which Mr. Lancaster has dealt with immediately the complaint 'has reached him, but the task of the Israelites in having to make bricks without straw was child's play compared with Mr. Lancaster's task in keeping the city clean and sanitary with so few assistants. I think I may safely say that any complaint that reaches him will be attended to as soon as possible. Complainants, however, should be careful to address their letters properly and fully. C&i t-z^-frt*. NONE LIKE LINCOLN (From the New York World) Lincoln did not pose as another Jefferson. He was himself. He was Abraham Lincoln, and nobody else. If the Roosevelts and the Champ Clarks are so much like Lincoln, why not prove it by producing a Cooper Union Speech or a Gettysburg Address or a Second Inaugural? Why not say something that measures up to thc intellectual standards of the debate with Douglas? Why not do one thing as well as Lincoln did a dozen things? Roosevelt and Champ Clark claim that they are like Lincoln, but it is absolutely certain that Lincoln would never have claimed to be like Roosevelt or Champ Clark. WATER NOTICE For a Licence to Take and Use Water NOTICE is hereby given that Lillian Paten, wife of Robert Paten, of Mount Newton, South Saanich, British Columbia, will apply for a licence to take \nd use on thousand gallons per day of water out of a spring (un-named) which is p»Auate on part of Section Two (2), Range Two (2) West, Sooth Saanich District, described as follows:—Commencing at the intersection of the South boundary of the West Saanich Road, thence easterly along the said South boundary thirty-six chains and fifteen links (36.15) to the Southeast corner of the said section; thence northerly along the East boundary of the said section a distance of ten (10) chains; thence Westerly parallel with the South boundary of said section a distance of thirty-one chains and forty-nine links (31.4.9) to the East boundary of the West Saanich Road and thence along the East boundary of the said road to the# point of commencement, making 11.16 chains, more or less. The water will be diverted at the Spring and will be used for domestic purposes on the land described as, All that piece or parcel of land, being part of Section 4, Range 2 West, South Saanich District, B.C., and more particularly described as follows:—Commencing at a point on the North boundary of said Section 4, distant one thousand one hundred and seventy-nine and six-tenths (1179.6) feet from the north-east corner of the said section; thence in an easterly direction along the said north boundary of the said section a distance of eight hundred and nineteen and six-tenths (819.6) feet; thenee in a southerly direction and parallel to the east boundary of the said section a distance of nine hundred and forty feet (940) more or less to the North boundary of the Mount Newton Cross Road; thence following the said north boundary of the said road in a direction south seventy-two degrees and twenty-six minutes west magnetic (S. 72.26 W.) a distance of nine hundred and thirty- five (935) feet, and thence to point of commencement. The whole containing 17.4 acres, more or less, and shown coloured red on a plan made by P. A. Landry, B.C.L-S., and dated 27th day of December, 1911. This notice was posted on the ground on the 25th day of June, 1912, The application will be filed in the office of the Water Recorder at Victoria, B. C. Objections may be filed .with the said Water Recorder or with the Comptroller of Water Rights, Parliament Buildings, Victoria, B. C. LILLIAN PATEN, Applicant. By Robert B. Paten, Agent, june 29 july 20 VICTORIA LAND DISVRICT District of Sayward TAKE NOTICE that Margaret Dawson of Toronto, Ont., Married Woman, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted three and a half miles south-east of the mouth of Bear River and thence east 50 chains; thence north 60 chains; thence west.20 chains; thence south 30 chains; thence west 30 chains; thence south 30 chains, to point of commencement, containing 210 acres. Dated this 9th day of May. iqi2. MARGARET DAWSON. A. G. Sivell, Agent, june 29 , aug. 24 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Sayward TAKE NOTICE that James P. Craig, of Montreal, Que., broker, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted one and one-half miles in an easterly direction from the mouth of Bear River and at the south-east corner of timber licence 4495; thence south 48 chains to the north boundary of timber licence 37477; thence west 35 chains; thence north 48 chains; thence east 35 chains, to point of commencement, containing 170 acres more or less. Dated this 8th day of May, 1912. JAMES PENRHYN CRAIG. A. G. Sivell, Agent, june 29 aug. 24 Small—But Good An expression which is particularly applicable to "PRELLER & CO.'S CLARET SPLITS." No table is complete without a supply of this healthful beverage, its delicious bouquet and richness of flavor and color, appeals alike to the invalid and the connoisseur. The extreme convenience of the "split size" leaves this Claret an absolute necessity, not a mere luxury. G. Preller & Co's Clarets, Sauturnes and Burgundies Are universally recognized as par excellence. PITHER & LEISER Victoria Wholesale Agents for B. C. Vancouver Nelson VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Sayward TAKE NOTICE that Jane Herchmer of Chicago, 111., widow, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted one mile south-east of the mouth of Bear River and at the north-east corner of timber licence 30192; thence south 50 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 50 chains; thence west 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 400 acres. Dated May 8th, 1912. JANE HERCHMER. A. G. Sivell, Agent, june 29 aug. 24 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Sayward TAKE NOTICE that Bessie Elliott of Toronto, Ont., Canada, Spinster, intends to apply for permission to purchase the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted a mile and a half in a south-easterly direction from the mouth of Bear River on thc western boundary of timber licence 37^77; thence east 20 chains; thence south 20 chains; thence east 60 chains; thence south 40I thence west 80 chains; thence north 61 to point of commencement, contain^ acres. Dated May 9th, 1912. BESSIE ELLIOTT. A. G. Sivell, june 29 VICTORIA LAND DISTRICT District of Sayward TAKE NOTICE that Robert Craig < treal, Que., Gentleman, intends to apl permission to purchase the following del lands: Commencing at a post planteoj a mile east of the mouth of Bear Rl the south boundary of timber licencef tiience west 50 chains to the east bounl lot 315; thence south 40 chains; thenl 60 chains; thence north 20 chains; F west 10 chains; thence north 20 chJ point of commencement, containing 22| more or less. Dated May 8th, 1912. ROBERT CRAIG. A. G. Sivell, A| June 29 BE WONT HAl TILL GETS; IT! Do You want High Grade Furniture? Do you want Well-made, Comfortable Furniture? Do you want to buy your Home Furnishings Now? Then come to Weiler Bros., where you can get just such furnishings for your home. Arrangements to suit all. Give the June Bride a Useful Dinner Set We have a most complete assortment to select from. Read over these few prices; come in and inspect the offerings. 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