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___ vrtm .tv. _ eTnnnr*5YyyBTr»-r Let us show you the new « i Pocket Edition | Gillette Safety Razor E TERRY CASH CHEMIST ? (S.E. coiner Fort and|Doufrias* . Ci« mjuuuuuu.».«an a mm ita aj The Week A British eolnmbia Review, Published at Vietoria, B. 6. ^__-__inv_ v_ wnmnn* HALL & WALKER Agents WELLINGTON COLLIERY COMPANY'S COAL «® • 1232 Goremment St. o Telephone 83 miitiiiiinn^mmt Vol. VI. No, m THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 One Dollar Per Annum No fair minded man who is familiar with the conditions will deny that Civic affairs in Victoria are not only in a hopeless muddle hut in a disgraceful state. There has heen any amount of indiscriminate fault finding, and a number of specific complaints. None of these have had the slightest effect upon the City Council, the Mayor or the permanent officials. The Week was the first to tabulate specific complaints; after a time the daily press followed suit, but has been very fitful and uncertain in its criticism, having the fear of advertisers before its eyes. In fact the daily press is not in a position to take an independent stand upon any .public question which involves criticism. This is easily understood when the various ramifications of civic work are borne in ' mind. For instance, to take one concrete illustration: Suppose a piece of engineering work is being constructed in which cement, steel or brick is being used. Suppose when completed the structure is de- * fective, denunciation of the City authorities, or the engineer, involves the question of the quality of the material used and may not improbably lead to the discovery that it. was below standard grade. This'makes trouble for thc local agents, or manufacturers, who are probably large advertisers, and so by that inevitable bias from which no human judgment is immune, (he disposition to deal gently with tlie City authorities neutralizes tlie impulse to do one's duty to the public. This explanation accounts for the "war of the pavements" for the undue write- up of innocuous mixtures of sand, gravel and cement, which are claimed to produce a hard permanent pavement, for the booming of vitrified brick, which is of all pavements the most unsatisfactory in the end, and for the attempt to down the local product of wood blocks, which is the monopoly of no firm, and therefore possesses no value as an advertising ageut. The subject might bc profitably pursued to far greater length, but one illustration is as good as a thousand and it is more to the purpose to enquire into some of the specific charges which have been made and to see how far they justify the general characterization of muddle and disgrace. HIGH PRESSURE SYSTEM The first, and possibly the worst, is in connection with the salt water high pressure service, which has involved an expenditure of $80,000, and which after repeated and prolonged delays is not yet available for use, nor likely to be. The trouble is, that the American machinery will not stand the test. It is not too much to say that if the City were not protected in this matter by as conscientious an official as Mr. Hutchinson, the contracting firm would have received payment in full as did W. L. Adams, and the City would have had no redress, but Mr. Hutchinson deserves the highest credit for refusing to be a party to a "job." When ho saw the tests whicli had been made of the machinery, before leaving the workshops, he pointed out that they were not good enough to meet the requirements of the specification, and that unless better results could be obtained when the machinery was installed he could not pass it. Those better results have not yet been obtained, and the balance of the contract price is being held up. But there must have been a deplorable error of judgment somewhere when the contract was placed. Presumably the Council were advised by Mr. Adams, who must now be voted a general failure as a hydraulic engineer. It is usual, however, in the case of all large contracts to send an inspector to the fac- CIVIC AFFAIRS tory and have the machinery examined and finally tested, under his observation. If this had been done the consignment would never have been shipped. As it was standard results cannot be attained and the City is deprived of much needed fire protection. Blunder No. 1! Who is responsible for it? Who is responsible for the fact that the order for the machinery was placed with a firm which does not manufacture, but which buys it piecemeal from different makers ? Who is responsible'for the fact that no independent inspection was made whilst the machinery was in the workshop', and who is responsible for it being shipped to Victoria, after the workshop test showed that it did not comply with the specification? SMITH'S HILL RESERVOIR The next costly blunder is Smith's Hill Eeservoir. This was constructed at a cost of $100,000 from specifications prepared by W. L. Adams and under his personal direction. In its construction Mr. Adams violated all the recognized principles on which such work is carried out by competent engineers. He used no puddled clay, although according to Trautwine, and all standard authorities, puddled clay is the only material to render a reservoir water-tight, or even approximately so. Concrete, asphalt, and cement are useless for this purpose. Under pressure they are like a sponge, as has been illustrated in the case under consideration. Mr. Adams side-stepped the question when he claimed that by degrees the process of filtration would cause the concrete to solidify and become practically impermeable, lie must have known that such a claim was ridiculous. The only use of concrete in connection with reservoirs is to protect the sloping bank from the action of the water in washing it away, and to keep the water clean. More than six months ago The Week discussed this matter in detail, and pointed out that the Smith's Hill Reserviir would only safely hold a few feet of wTator, and that as soon as it attained any considerable depth the pressure would force it through the wall, with the result that the loose earth banking would be washed away, and the Reservoir would collapse. If it could possibly be filled the whole embankment would be swept away, and Victoria West deluged. This was characterized as a "sensational" statement but it has proved to be absolutely true. With a depth of thirteen feet of water, the maximum attained, a leakage of 175,000 gallons a day ensued, and the water was charged with earth, showing that it had already begun to carry away the embankment. This was even worse than The Week anticipated, and it must uow be admitted that if not physically impossible to'fill the reservoir, it is practically so. It must also be admitted that in its present condition the reservoir is useless, apart altogether from the question of danger. Whose blunder is this? The Council says that the responsibility rests on the shoulders of W. L. Adams; primarily this may be conceded, but whose fault is that from the moment that The Week began to point out the defects in construction, the Mayor has persistently denied its statements, has declared that the reservoir is practically allright, that the leakage is inconsiderable, and that the newspaper reports have been exaggerated and sensational? The Week reluctantly charges the Mayor with bad faith in this matter. He has misled the ratepayers by assuring them that everything was right, when he must have known from the information in his possession that everything was wrong. No doubt he has been anxious to postpone the evil day of revelation, at any rate, until the end of his Mayoral year, but such an intention, if he had it, was not conceived in the public interest. If he had had the courage of a man he would have taken the public into his confidence, and would have given them all the information which he had received, admitted that the structure was defective, and proceeded upon the best advice available to remedy it, but he has denied all this as long as he could, until it was impossible to hush it up any longer. It now turns out that Mr. Bryson, the Assistant City Engineer, is prepared to make an official report, the substance of which is already widely known. This report will condemn the reservoir "in toto" and will go to show that something like $40,000 requires to be expended before it can safely be utilized. Who will have to pay this $40,000 ? The ratepayers of course .certainly not W. L. Adams, who has received the last dollar of his fee, and even requires to bo paid travelling expenses to come and inspect the mess he. has made. The Week wishes to make a firm protest against any tinkering with the reservoir. There is only oue way to make it safe, or useful, and that is still to surround it entirely with a bank of puddled clay. The cheapest way to do this would be to blast out the whole bottom of the reservoir a depth of three feet, replace it with puddled clay, carry a similar bank of the same material up the inside of tho sloping walls, and then run a lining of concrete or brick, the hitter preferred, over the entire inside. This could be done for $30,- 000, at least $10,000 less than the suggested application of asphalt and concrete on the inside. It would give a water- light reservoir, and would not involve any interference with the present structure bn- yond removing the bottom. STREET WORK Who is responsible for thc manner in which the street work of the City is carried on? The letter of Dr. Stanier in Friday's Colonist should make every Victorian blush for shame, and more glaring instance of incompetency, indifference ancl neglect could nol be cited in any civilized couutry. Scaffolding, bricks, and boards left in manholes which have passed inspection two months ago, choking up the outlet, nodding the cellars, and damaging property. All because it was obviously nobody's business to give instructions for tlieir removal. Who is responsible for the horrible condition of Cook Street, whicli is one of the finest thoroughfares in the City and has been boulevarded at great cost. Yet from Fort Street East, it has been for a year past, except in the dry season, nothing but a quagmire, almost impassable. More than a month ago the City Engineer began to boulevard the lower end of Rockland Avenue. The work is not more than half completed, yet although a month, even in bad weather, should have been far more than sufficient to do it; the road is almost impassable, and in places the level is three to four feet above the curb, and in order to get to their houses residents have to strike the sidewalk twenty or thirty yards away from their gate. Since the tramrails were laid along Cook Street there has been a jog from Rockland Avenue to the street at least two feet in height and a sea of mud has lain there which this week has been considerately filled with half a dozen waggon loads of rough, sharp-edged rock, running to four and five inches in diameter. There is no top dressing of any kind, and foot passengers and automobiles alike have to travel over it to get onto what is admitted- ly one of, if not the most important, residential street of the City. Who is responsible for this. If not the City Engineer let the ratepayers know who the culprit is. A ROTTEN DEPARTMENT Time would fail to tell of the macadamized streets which arc not macadamized and which wear into holes the first year after construction such as Humboldt and Cook Street west. In short The Week is of opinion that the City Engineer's department is absolutely rotten. Either the City Engineer himself is incompetent or he is so hampered that he is unable to do competent work. He has recently had an assistant in Mr. Bryson and unless The Week is misinformed that gentleman is not likely to be here long. It is certain that lie will not remain unless the whole of the department is reorganized, and he is allowed to do good work. The whole question turns upon an efficient head. If Mr. Topp is efficient, he should be allowed the same free hand which has enabled the fire chief to restore order from chaos. If he is not (.'fficient he should be tired. The position of a man whose self-respect is not sufficient to make him insist on the authority which belongs, of right to his position is pitiable in the extreme, and while The AVeek has no desire to be hard on him it is only voicing the general opinion when it points out that tho work of the department is unsatisfactory to a degree, aud that he must be either directly or indirectly responsible, THE NEW LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR The Week is glad to be the first to congratulate Mr. T. W. Paterson on his appointment to the position of Lieutenant- Governor of Britisli Columbia. It is easily the best appointment that could have been made from among the men available and will give general satisfaction. i\lr. Paterson has long been the strongest man in his party in British Columbia. He has always been more of a business man than a politician. Apart from his manifesti on the railway policy during the recent campaign he has not beeu actively engaged in political life for three years and there is no doubt that his great abilities and his sane practical view of affairs will render him a fitting successor to the men who have served the Province in its highest and most honourable office. His efforts will be ably seconded by Mrs. Paterson, who is greatly respected by all who know her. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 * Social and * * Personal. $ Al__ln_l_____l_____lM_l__J_l ____■_■ _________________________ _____________ ___________! _____________ ___________» 'I' *V 'J.' 'I' '1' 'IT 'JI' IT TP TIT Tf Tf TIT Wednesday, the opening night of the Cafe Chantant, proved a great sncc-ass, a large number of people being present. Some of those attending were Mrs. Dunsmuir, Miss Marion Dunsmuir, Mr. Bromley, Dr. Taylor, Mr. Kirk, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Elliot, Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Beaven, Mrs. Trewartha James and Miss James, Mrs. Stevenson, Miss Doris Mason, Miss Gladys Perry, Mr. Bruce Irving, Mr. and Mrs. P. Lampman, Mrs. G. F. Matthews, Mjss B. Monteith, Miss McCallum, Miss Bridgman, Miss B. Fort, Hen. D. M. Eberts, Mrs. Eberts, Miss MacDowell, Hon. C. E. and Mrs. Pooley, Miss Pooley, Mr. Lowry, Mr. John Arbuckle, Mr. R. G. Monteith, Mr. M. Mason, Miss Brown, Mr. Temple Cornwall, Captain Macdonald and many others. * * * Mrs. A. E. McPhillips and family left last night to spend the winter months in Southern California. * * * The Premier the Hon. Richard McBride, accompanied by Mrs. McBride, left for the South during the week. * * * Mr. J. Drader from Seattle spent a few days of the week in Victoria on business. * * * Mrs. Henderson from Vernon is the guest of Mrs. Viddler, 76 Dallas Road. * * * Mr. Cleghorn from Vancouver is visiting relatives in the city. Last Thursday evening a very enjoyable surprise party was given Miss T. Caselton by a few of ther friends Those present were Miss E. Barlow, Miss R. Nathan, Miss T. Nathan, Miss N. Calder, Miss D. Campbell, and Miss C. Caselton, the Misses B. Jones. J. Thomas, H. Keeler, C. Campbell and O. M. Gcrbich. * * * Mr. Jack Cambie, who has been visiting in San Francisco, is again in town, A Small Matter. Cissie—Mamma, mayn't I take the part of a milkmaid at the fancy dress ball? Mamma—You are too little. Cissie—Well, I can be a condensed .milkmaid, A Confession. 'Grade — Oh, Mr. Nocoyne, how lovely of you to bring me these beautiful roses. How sweet they are and how fresh I I do believe there is a little dew on them yet! Nocoyne—W-well, yes, there is; but I'll pay it tomorrow. He Hides His Feelings ; "This popular fiction is all rot. In real life the girl's father seldom objects to the man of her choice." "You're wrong there. He often objects but he's usually too wise to say anything." LOWEST PRICES are given here in SEA GRASS AND RATTAN CHAIRS They make a nice addition to the drawing or sitting room. All are priced very low for Christmas trade. Chinaware and Novelties of every description. Come in. LEE DYE & CO. Next Fire Hall Cormorant St. --Victoria A WEALTHY LAWYER Recently spent two days and a night over one case and at the end of that time could not tell which side he was on. He kept silent about it, but some of his fellow citizens did not. Some went so far as to say it was a case of silence,— that "Mumm" was the word. However, if it was a case of champagne, as some inferred, doubtless it was "Selected Brut" or "Extra Dry," because G. H. Mumm & Co.'s champagnes are always to be found where connoisseurs and wealthy people gather together. Whenever courtesy and good taste prevail you will find a universal demand for these best of all wines. G. H. Mumm & Co.'s champagnes are absolutely unequalled,—unrivalled. They are used exclusively at all the highest class banquets and best functions throughout the civilized world because they are the only champagnes that satisfy the cultivated taste in their purity and quality. At first class wine merchants, hotels, cafes, grocers. PITHER & LEISER Sole Agents for B.C. Cor. Fort and Wharf Streets, Victoria. Something New We are now able to offer to our patrons A GUARANTEE on our splendid line of PLATED KNIVES, FORKS and SPOONS. This line which is specially made for us is guaranteed to have MORE SILVER than any other standard make and we GUARANTEE to replace Free of Charge any of these goods which, a er use, do not prove satisfactory. This condition we believe accompanies no other flatware mads. Prices as follows:— COFFEE SPOONS per dos. $3.70 TEASPOONS " 3.15 DESSERTSPOONS " 495 TABLESPOONS " 5'«5 DESSERT FORKS " 4.9s TABLE FORKS '■' 5.85 DESSERT KNIVES " 4.95 TABLE KNIVES " 540 Challoner & Mitchell Diamond Merchants and Silversmiths 1017 Qovernment Street Victoria, B. C. Headquarters for choice nursery stock. Apple, pear, cherry, plum and peach trees and small fruits, also ornamental trees, shrubs, roses, evergreens, etc. Largest and best assorted stock in British Columbia. Ten per cent, cash discount on all orders above $10.00. PRICE LIST AND CATALOGUE ON APPLICATION. Good Skates Good Instructors SKATING Assembly Rink, Fort St. Morning 10.00 to 12.00 Afternoon 2.00 to 4.30 Evening 7.45 to 10.00 Good Music Good Time Build Up a Reserve Now Now, while your earning power is good, why not convert part of it into a Cash Reserve that will, later on, yield a competence for old age? You can easily do it by regularly depositing a part of your income in The Dominion Bank One dollar and upwards opens an account, and with systematic saving and Compound Interest, the fund will rapidly accumulate. Begin today. VICTORIA, B.C., BRANCH Temporary Offices Broad and Fort Streets C. E. THOMAS, Manager. I 1 I 1 I 1 B. C. Funeral Furnishing Co'y 1016 Qovernment Street, Victoria, B. C. Ohas. Hayward, Pres R. Hayward, Sec. F. Caselton, Manager Oldest and most up-to-date Undertaking Establishment in B.O. Established 1867 Juki Telephones—48, 594, 1905, 305, or 404. 1 o4 Machine That Has No Equal The Underwood Typewriter Sold by Baxter & Johnson 809 Government Street - Office Supplies JAS. BUCHANAN & CO.'S RedSeal and y Black and White Scotch Whiskies have that delicate, fine flavor that denotes Age and Care in production. VfADIGER 8 JANION 8 and 10 Yates St. Wholesale Commission Agents A GAS RADIATOR Is a great comfort to many a man who keeps "Bachelor's Hall," because a Gas Radiator throws out a splendid heat, is clean and requires no attention. Just a turn of the tap,—that's all. We sell Gas Radiators from $4.00 up. Easy payments on Gas goods if desired. VICTORIA GAS CO., Limited Corner Fort and Langley Streets SKEENA LAND DISTBICT. District of Queen Charlotte. 118 TAKE NOTICE that William Ellis, of Vancouver, B.C., intends to apply for permission to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted about two miles aouth and two miles east of the outlet of the Yakoun River, Graham Island, post marked W.E., S.W, Cor.; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated October 13, 1909. WILLIAM ELLIS, oct 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. SKBENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Queen Charlotte. 119 TAKE NOTICE that William Ellis, of Vancouver, B.C., intends to apply for permission to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted about two miles south and two miles aast of the mouth of the Yakoun River, post marked W.E., N.W. Cor.; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thenco west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated October 13, 1909. WILLIAM ELLIS, oct 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Queen Charlotte. 120 TAKE NOTICE that William Ellis, of Vancouver, B.C., Intends to apply for permission to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commencing at a post planted about two miles south and two miles east of the outlet of the Yakoun River, post marked W.E., N.E. Cor.; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, containing 640 acrss, more or less. Dated October 13, 1909. WILLIAM ELLIS, oct 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Queen Charlotte. TAKE NOTICE that William Ellis, of Vancouver, B.C., intends to apply for permission to prospect for coal on the following described lands: tol Commencing at a post planted about two miles south of the mouth of the Yakoun River and on the east bank, post marked W. E., N.W. Cor.; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement; and containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated October 13, 1909. WILLIAM ELLIS, oct 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 Mr. P. Mills spent a few days of |last week visiting in Seattle. * * * r, Captain Gordon and family from TChemainus passed through Victoria [bn their way to Vancouver. * * * Mr. F. Brown and Mr. E. A. Tav- Jlor left last Saturday via the C. P. R. land Empress of Britain on a visit of ■three months to the Old Country. I * * * Mrs. Harold Robertson, who has Ibeen visiting Mrs. Tate Robertson of [Vancouver, returned to town during |the week. * * * Mr. E. A. Wilmot from Vancouver Ispent a few days in the city on business. * * * Mr. E. E. Everett left last Friday [for a trip to the Old Country. * * * Mr. H. Mainguy passed through I Victoria on the way to his home in [ Chemainus, $ * 4, .:* Captain Rothwell, Mr. Cartright, 1 and Mr. Corfield came down from Duncans to attend the inaugural ball .given on November 26th. * * * Mr. W. BroWn from Vernon passed through Victoria during the week. * t * Mr. G. F. Mathews, Lampson St., was hostess last Friday afternoon of a children's party given in honor of one of her little nieces. * * * ■ Miss Gladys Perry was hostess of I a small tea given last Thursday at the home of her aunt, Mrs. E. G. Prior. * * * Mr. T. Mowatt left during the week for a trip to the Old Country. * * * Mr. George Sangster has returned from a trip to Vancouver. * * * A large number of people attended the inaugural ball given last Friday week in thc Woman's Building, at the agricultural grounds. The ballroom was very artistically carried out in pink. The numerous pillars were decorated with artificial Japanese creepers, and pink roses. The supper room was all green, the ceiling being covered with long sprays of ivy. All the lights in the building were covered with large pink shades, making a very pretty effect. Harper's oruhestra from Vancouver supplied the music for the evening, and dancing was kept up until an early hour in the morning. Some of those present were: Mrs. Croft, in black sequin gown; Mrs. H. Pooley in a very handsome white satin dress, Mrs. L. Cuppage in black with chiffon trimmings, Miss Hickey in pale blue satin, Mrs. Courtney in white, Mrs. R. Wilby in white crepe de chine, Mrs. A. S. Gore, Mrs. C. Roberts, Mrs. D. M. Eberts, Hon. D. M. Eberts, Miss Green, Mr. and Mrs. Guy Warner, Miss Pooley, Miss Violet Pooley, Dr. and Mrs. Fagan, Mr. and Mrs. Victor Elliot, Mrs. Schlater, Miss Gaudin, Miss Bee Gaudin, Miss Bee Gaudin, Mrs. Herman Robertson, Mrs. Blackwood, Miss Bryden, Miss MacDowell, Mrs. Butchart and Miss Jennie Butchart, Miss Combe, Miss Johnson, Miss M. Gibson and Miss Ethel Gibson, Mrs. Dundas, Miss Harvey, Miss Helmcken Mrs. Helmcken, Mr. D. Bullen, Miss Heyland, Miss Perry, Mrs. Watt, I Mrs. Gordon Hunter, Miss Davie, Mr. and Mrs. Dewar, Mr. Faulder ,Miss Mason, Miss Doris Mason, Miss j Eberts, Miss Lorma Eberts, Miss ■ Bone, Miss G. Bone, Mrs. and Mis Brayne, Miss Lugrin, Miss N. Lugrin, Miss Arbuthnot, Miss Savage, Misses Lawson, Miss Raymond, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson, Miss Mara, Miss Fitzgibbon, Mr. Lytton Mara, Miss Pitts, Miss Gladys Pitts, Miss Daisy Barnard, Miss K. Barnard, Mr. Plumber, Mr. Harris, Mr. Andrews, Miss Monteith, Miss B. Monteith, Miss Spencer, Miss Barbara Mainguy, Mr. R. Mainguy, Mr. Henry Fisher, Miss Bell, Miss Alice Bell, Miss Combie, Misses Blakemore, Miss Aline Mackay, Miss Fell, Mrs. B. Boggs and Mr. Boggs, Mrs. P. Lampman, Mrs. Kirk, Miss Helen Peters, Mrs. Hirsch, Mrs. Tod Aikman, Miss Holden, Miss Gilles pie, Mr. D. Gillespie, Miss Marion Dunsmuir, Miss N. Dupont, Mrs. Hogg, Misses Goodwin, Miss MacTavish, Miss Leary, Captain Parry, Dr. Taylor, Mr. Gordon Langton, Mr. Montgomery, Mr. Payne, Mr. Hopgdod, Mr. Young, Mr. Barnes, Mr. J. Arbuckle, Mr. Angus, Mr Campbell, Captain MacDonald, Mr. Eaton, Major Bennett, Mr. Finch, Mr. Boothby, Mr. Bray,, Mr. A. Pitts, Mr. and Mrs. J. Rithet, Mr. Crad- dock, Mr. Rochfort, Miss Glen Switzer, Mr. Trewartha James, Mr. Meredith, Mr. H. Davis, Mr. Jeffson, Mr. Percy, Keefer, Miss Adelaide King, Mrs. Devlin, Mr. C. Holmes, Miss Sehl, Mr. Arthur Harvey, Mr. Bailey, Mr. Bromley, Mr. Hebden, Mr. E. P. Cooley, Mr. Wallace, Mr. G. Booth, Mr. Clifford Brown, Mr. James Gaudin, Mr. P. Lampman, Mr. Blanchard Bell and others. * * * Mrs. Piggott of Belmont avenue, was hostess at a five hundred party given at the Alexandra Club last Tuesday afternoon. A very pretty wedding took place recently at St. Paul's church, Esquimalt, when Mr. A. Harbinson and Miss T. T. Ball, were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony. The Rev. W. Baugh Allan officiated at the ceremony. The bride was given away by her brother and looked very pretty in a suit of cream serge with white beaver hat and a set of white furs. She carried a bouquet of bridal roses and lilies of the valley. The young couple spent their "honeymoon in Seattle and on their return will take up their residence on Lyall street, Esquimalt. * * * Mr. and Mrs. C. G. Henshaw from Vancouver are guests in the city. PANTAGES THEATRE Week Nov. 29 VIRGINIA LAWRENCE & CO. Society Comedy Players GOODHUE & BURGESS Instrumental and Vocal Musicians MISS EVELYN GILBERT Character Artiste ED REEVES Dancing Monologuist ARTHUR ELWELL Pictured Ballad BIOGRAPH Animated Pictures _ -A USMtA MANAC JOHNSON-KETGHEL Championship Contest Illustrated in film showing the original motion pictures of the Saturday, Dec. lltb "I'm the Assassinator of Sorrow." —Bob Blake. HENRY B. HARRIS PRESENTS The Travelling Salesman A Comedy by James Forbes, Author of "The Chorus Lady." "This Comedy will make the whole land laugh,"—Saturday Evening Post, Philadelphia, Pa. Prices—50c, 75c, $1.00, $1.50. Seat sale now open. UP=TO=DATE BILL WEEK DECEMBER 6 The New Grand Telephone 618 SULLIVAN • CONSIDINE, Prepil-ttor*. Man»f»m«nt ef HOST. JAMIESON. Arthui Sylvia HILL and SYLVIANY World's Most Wonderful Performers on the Unicycle. Val Myrtle TRAINOR and Dale The Rattling Comedy Duo, in "Memories of the War" McLINN BROTHERS Horizontal Bar Experts O. L. FULTZ Novelty Musical Act. THOS. J. PRICE •I'd Live, or I Would Die For You. NEW MOVING PICTURES OUR OWN ORCHESTRA Special Notice A rAIN Charming Gift The Victorian social season is now in full swing and coming balls and entertainments will doubtless suggest Fans as extremely suitable Christmas presents. Lovely Fan creations are here—all new arrivals—the very latest PARISIAN IDEAS. PRICES—$1.35 to $10. Many of these are real lace, some are hand-painted, others have the prettiest effects in steel spangles. We also have other delightful Gift suggestions in Satchels, lovely Opera Bags priced reasonably; still other ideas for evening use. HAIR ORNAMENTS AND COMBS— 75c to $15 The most fascinating Parisian goods set with brilliants, topaz, amethyst, jet, etc. Between now and Xmas you will receive a coupon at this store entitling you to five per cent discount on all cash purchases here. This will make your dollars more elastic for holiday expenditures. STORE OPEN EVENINGS W. H. Wilkerson, the Jeweler Telephone 1606 915 GOVERNMENT STREET Interesting Instructive ROMANO THEATRE A visit to our amusement house will prove that we have the best in Moving Pictures and Illustrated Songs. Daily from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.mi, and 7 until 11 p.m. Saturday performances commence at 1 p.m. sharp. Complete change every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. ADMISSION—Ten Cents; Children at Matinee, Five Cents. ORCHESTRA IN ATTENDANCE. A PLACE OF ATTRACTION FOR THE YOUNG AND OLD IS EMPRESS THEATRE The strides made in the improvement of Moving Pictures are nothing more than marvellous. They are not only interesting to look at but instructive and impressive and oftentimes portray a lesson worth learning. Complete change of programme on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Continuous performance: 2.00 to .30—7.00 to 10.30 p.m. Children's Matinees: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday—Five Cents. Admission - Ten Cents Five cents car fare all this week will take you as far as the Victoria Theatre and ten cents more will admit you to see the London Bioscope and a Grand Amateur Entertainment. A whole evening's amusement for a small price. Special Saturday Matinee for children—Five Cents. THEATRE Yates Street, Just Below Government where you can see the latest and best Motion Pictures money and skill can produce. Illustrated songs. Continuous performance daily from 2 to 5.30—7 to II. Admission—10 cents; Children to Matinee, 5 cents. CHANGE OF PROGRAMME Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 The Week A Provincial Review and Magazine, published every Saturday by ♦1 HE WEEK" PUBLISHING COMPANY, LIMITED. Published at VICTORIA and VANCOUVER 1208 Government St., Victoria, B.C. W. BLAKEMORE, Editor. WHERE LOVE IS William J. Locke lias written a pumber of books, all of whicli betray cleverness and a high development of literary craftsmanship. The most notable are "The Morals of Marcus Ordeyne," "The Beloved Vagabond" and "Septimus". I have placed them in the order of merit, for the first of these is undoubtedly a book of note and of exceptional merit. It is suggestive of Joseph Conrad at his best, with occasional reminiscences (if George Meredith. Its structure is not unlike several of the best known works of the Master, and in respect of the liberal use of epigram and apothegm, it bears a marked resemblance to "The Ordeal Of Richard Feverel." I am not sure that his latest book will take rank alongside the ones referred to, but considering that Mr. Locke has turned out ten books in three years, it is astonishing that the quality has been so well maintained. Moreover, his newest book is optimistic, and almost entirely devoid of the air of cynicism so observable in "Marcus Ordeyne." The story is sweet and wholesome. The moral unexceptionable, and the literary quality satisfying. "Where Love Is" tells the story of a proud, high spirited, beautiful and wealthy girl, Norma Hardacre, who is in love with Love, but is never quite sure whether she is in love with a lover. At different stages of her career, she has several, and during the progress of thc story becomes engaged three times, ultimately marrying her third fiance. Of thc men who attract her attention by far the most interesting is Jimmie Padgate, an altogether delightful character, one of the type which Mr. Locke loves to depict, and which has been the central figure in his two most popular novels. Jimmie Padgate has a touch of "The Beloved Vagabond" and more than a touch of Septimus. He is a lovabll soul, of simple nature, simple tastes and simple habits, Of course, he is an artist, but always out at elbows, and leading the provisional hard life. He paints well but lacking aristocratic patronage; his pictures do not sell, and a musty studio, threadbare rooms, and frugal fare are the inevitable consequences. His creature comforts are looked after by a sweet little girl whom he adopted as a baby, and who simply worships him, Aline thinks there is no one in the world like Jimmy, and dubs him her Sir Galahad. She has to protect him from the ingenious wiles of designing matrons, and the too persistent attentions of duns. He and Norma soon become friends and before she knows it she is in love with him. Jimmy worships her, but hides it in his heart, and "lets concealment, like a worm in the bud, feed on his damask cheek." Her mother is an ambitious woman, whe has been pitchforked among the "nou- veau riche." With a reversal in the family fortunes, it becomes imperative that Norma should marry well, and in spite of the dictates of her heart and her undoubted fondness for Jimmy, she is dutifully obedient, and finally consents to marry a rich politician named Morland, who is the protege of a Duchess. At the last moment, nature rebels. She finds the task too hard, and runs away from home to take refuge in Jimmy's studio. Like the perfect gentleman he is, he treats her with rare chivalry, and while he permits himself the luxury of an avowal hc conducts her to the house of a mutual friend and hastens up preparations for their marriage. Here Mr. Locke is at his best, for in spite of the profound attractions of his hero and heroine for each other, his literary craftsmanship enables him to carry Norma successfully through a period of his illusion- ment, the most potent factor in which is a day-by-day contemplation of the meagre furnishing, thread-bare carpets, and mean fare, which are the features of his home. Then comes the inevitable revulsion. He realizes that they were not born in the same set, or to the same destiny. She realizes also that when love's young dream had spent itself, she would not be able to face the deprivations of life with a poor man, She was born a darling of fortune, cradled in the lap of luxury, and so enveloped in everything delicate and dainty, that not even love would survive their absence; and so, without a moment's notice, she leaves Jimmy and hurries home; to the home of her parents, from which she had been an outcast since abandoning the rich politician and adopting the poor artist. On the door-step, she meets Mr. Theodore Weever, a wealthy American, and the scene which took place is so admirably depicted that it must be quoted in extenso. Here it is: "A figure on the door-step raised his hat. "How delightful of you to arrive at the very moment, Miss Hardacre! I am summoned bj<ck to America. I sail tomorrow. '"T'was calling on the chance of bemg__l_ to bid you goodbye." Norman collected her scattered wits and recognized Theodore Weever. She looked at him full in the eyes. Her lips were parted; her breath came fast. He stretched out his hand to press the electric button, so as to gain admittance to the house. She touched him arm, restraining his action, and still stared at him. "Wait," she said at last. "I have something to say to you." "I am honoured," he replied in his imperturbable way. "Have you found your decorative wife, Mr. Weever?" A sudden light shone lambently in his pale, expressionless blue eyes. "Am I to understand that I can lind her on Mrs. Deering's doorstep?" "If you look hard enough," said Norma. He took her hand and shook it with the air of a man concluding a bargain. "I felt sure of it," he said. "I intended from the first to marry you. I shall ever be your most devoted servant." "I make one condition," she said. "Name it." "You don't enter this house, and I sail with you tomorrow." "Certainly." "What train shall I catch and from what station shall I start?" "The ten o'clock from Waterloo." She rang the bell. "May I trouble you to book my passage?" "It will be my happiness." "Au revoir," she said, holding out her hand. He raised his hat and walked away briskly. The door opened and Norma entered the house.!-' All human idols have feet of clay, and even Jimmy Padgate failed when the pinch came. Instead of eating his heart out, and dying young, with a hectic flush, he consoled himself with Connie, an altogether delightful society lady, who loved art none the less, because Timinie was anartist. Of course, he had to do something or starve to death, because Aline was going to be married and leave him. At least, there was no doubt that was how it would have turned out, because her boy, a fine young fellow, was determined not to wait any longer, and so furnished Jimmy with an excellent excuse to sacrifice himself, as usual, in the interests of others. So in the end, the story became almost a poem, with three couples married, if not mated. And yet, the only altogether satisfactory union was that of Aline and her boy, whose fresh, young passion was never dulled by sinister suggestion, or personal self- The elections once more being over (Affairs again in normal state Nowfs the time to get to business- Is your printing up-to-dafe ? If it isn't-Try Cusack If it is—Try Cusack, anyhow The telephone number is 220 seeking. The might-have-been is exquisitely limned in the following passage: "If bright and gallant youth had not flashed across the girl's path, and, after the human way, had not caught her wondering maidenhood in strong young arms; if deeper and more tragic passion had not swept away the mature man, it is probable that this rare, pure love of theirs might have insensibly changed into the greater need of the other, and the morrow's bells might have rung for these two. But as it was, no such impulse stirred their exquisite relationship. They were father and daughter with thc barrier of paternity; brother and sister without the ties of consanguinity; lovers without the lovers' throb; intimate, passionate friends with the sweet and subtle magic of the sex's difference." ["Where Love Is," by W. J. Locke. Published by John Lane London. Sold by The Victoria Book & Stationery Co., Victoria.] LITERARY NOTES Epigrams and Apothegms from "Where Is Love." [William J. Locke's new book on sale at the Victoria Book and Stationery Co.] "The old writers say every woman is at heart a rake, but I say every woman is a saint in the depths of her heart." "Every man in the profundity of his vain heart, believes himself to be woman-wise." "As for success, that illusive will- o'-the-wisp, the man who did not enjoy the humour of failure, never deserved to succeed." "Deep down worked the craving of the man for love and romance and the sweet message in a woman's eyes. It was a gentle madness, entirely unsuspected by its victim, but a madness such as the god first inflicts upon him who he desires to drive to love's destruction." "In woman, sex has two imperious cravings, for shelter and for worship." "Between the romance of illicit love and the commonplace of vulgar seduction, stretches an immeasurable distance." "All girls like to appear cynical nowadays. It's the fashion, but they fall in love in the same silly way, just as they used to do." "It is essential to daily comfort that a woman should find the personality of a husband pleasing rather than antipathetic." To hear him, one would think he were erupting a red hot lava, whereas, really it was molten omelette." "A motor car needs as much delicate care as a baby, it is as variable as a woman." "There was only one princess in the world for him, an enthroned personage of radiant beauty, who now and then took warm pity on him and admitted him to her friendship, but of whom it were disloyalty worse than all folly to think of. And yet he could not help his heart leaping at the sight of her, or the thrill quivering through him when he saw the rare softness come into her eyes which he and none other had evoked. What he had to give her he could give to no other woman, no other princess." "There is no aptery among human souls." "A clean, bright, healthy, English lad, and a clean, bright, healthy English girl had read truth in each other's eyes. It was one of the sweet things in life, for which we who live in the world, should be thankful." "Even the most selfish woman, provided she has some rudimentary virtues, hugs close to her bosom some pet little thorn which she loves to dig into her shrinking flesh. She en- Satisfaction We guarantee quality and satisfaction with every purchase of Groceries. Phone orders carefully attended to. A. POOL 623 Yates St. Phone 448 Watson's Old Stand RUPERT DISTRICT. 176 NOTICE ls hereby given that I intend applying to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands at Alberni for a license to prospect for Coal under the following area North of Quatsino Sound, viz.: Commencing at the South-east corner of Lot 51, thence south one mile; west one mile; north one mile and east one mile to place of beginning. September 30th, 1909. CHARLT NORDSTROM, nov 20 Chris Nordstrom, Agent joys some odd little mortification, some fantastic humiliation, that is known only to the inner chamber of her soul. Your great-hearted woman practices suttee daily, greatly to the construction of an observant but un- perceptive husband. The higher the type, the stronger the impulse towards this sweet self-martyrdom. "If the first chapters of Genesis could be brought up-to-date, woman would be endowed, not with an extra rib, but with an extra nerve." "Few men, least of all lovers, like being turned out." "She came from a New England village and played old-fashioned tunes on the piano, she believed in God, and died young." "Our happiness is made up of the things we miss." "He took her by the hand, led her to her chair, and knelt by her side, She looked at him, the edges of her white teeth together, her lips parted. She was living the moment that counts for years in a woman's life. She can only live it once. Great joy (Continued on Page 8) THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 What Your Christmas Store Discloses— fl A splendor of Holiday merchandise representing more than half a year's planning, making and gathering. _ Thousands of expert workers, both in America and Europe have spent weeks and months in the preparation of this wonderful aggregation cf beautiful merchandise, which you are now cordially invited to inspect. If We are confident that nowhere would these splendid thirgs receive such a welcome as fr-m the artistic, beauty-loving women of this city. f The early hours are most comfort- EARLY XMAS SHOPPERS GET THE "CREAM" OF THE GRAND OFFERINGS-CHOOSE NOW. New Christmas Goods Daily Don't Fail to Come and See the New Things Almost every day sees the addition of new goods chosen specially for the Xmas trade. Especially is this apparent in the china store and we now have a collection of china wonderful in its excellence and variety. Certainly no more handsome pieces have ever been shown in this city. The opportunities for gift selection are unlimited and if you are looking for some dainty gift piece your money will do more here than anywhere. Selections made now will be held for future delivery if you wish. The present is an ideal time to do the choosing. Welcome! Beautiful Hand-Painted Italian China We are the first house in Western Canada—in Western America—to show this ware, and we invite you to see this limited quantity we have on display. Each piece is handpainted and bears the artist's name. The foremost brushes of Italy have contributed and their beautiful workings of violets, wild roses, lily of the valley, flowers of the sea, etc., will please you. Cups and Saucers, at $2.50 and $2.00 Plates, at each, $2.50, $2.00 and $1.00 Cake Plates, at each, $4.00 and $3.50 Sugars and Creams, per pair, $3.50 and $3.00 Comports, at each, $3.50, $2.50, $1.50 and $i.oo Nut Bowls, at each, $3.00 and $2.50 Large Orange Bowls, each, $6.00 and $5.00 Bon Bons, at each, $2.50, $2.00 and $1.50 Chop Dishes, at each $4.50 Chocolate Sets, pot and six cups and saucers..$12 Genuine Royal Copenhagen China-You'll Like It These pieces were personally selected from the best offerings of this famous factory and were imported direct by us. We invite you to come in and inspect this china at close range—it is the only way you can appreciate the decorations. Excellent pieces for gift purposes. Vases—A magnificent collection of many different shapes and sizes. We have them priced at $15.00, $14.00, $12.50, $9.00, $7.00, $5.00, $4.00 and $1.75 Covered Bon Bons, at each $2.50 Cake Plates, at each $3.50 Pitchers, at each, $4.50 and $3.50 Trays, at each $3.00 Comports, at each, $5.00 and $4.50 Teapots, at each, $4.50 and $3.50 Salad Bowls, at each $5.00 DON'T FAIL TO COME AND SEE THE NEW THINGS Some Fine Hand-Painted China-for Gifts _ A modest priced single bit of hand-painted china is often more joyously received than more pretentious and more costly dona- lions. _ Our showing by some of the best artists on chi" a is at present large and varied, to when you are looking for something real fascinating for a birthday or wedding gift, you will not go wide of your ideal if you choose any of the pieces we offer. _\ The prices will be quite as pleasant a surorise as the goods. CHOOSE THE GIFT NOW AND LET US HOLD IT FOR YOU UNTIL XMAS TIME COUNTRY ORDERS Packed and Shipped Vour only shipping charge I* freight WEILER BROS. Home Furnishers Since 1862, at Victoria, B.C. SOLE AGENTS FOR THE FAMOUS "LIBBEY" CUT GLASS SOLE AGENTS FOR THE OSTERMOOR MATTRESS PRICE - - $15.00 I MUSIC AND I I THE STAGE | Kreisler. Fritz Kreisler so impressed his art upon the musical public when last in America that the mere announcement of his return for the season of 1909-10 has brought inquiries for his services from all parts of the country, hailing the return to our shores of the greatest living master violinist of the present time. Kriesler's high position in the world of art has been honestly and deservedly attained by his most exceptional musicianship, untainted with trickery, meretricious effects or the exploitation of mere personality. He has exercised the potent spell of a great art with the dignity of the broad true artist that he is. For the past eight years his position has been unassailable both in this country and in Europe, where his name is a household word for all that is best and highest in the world of art. A short acquaintanceship with this man and artist, convinces one that there is every reason why this is so, for his nature and character are such that he would have risen to the top of the ladder in almost any walk of life he had chosen. Born in Vienna in 1875, and surrounded from his earliest years by an atmosphere of refinement, art and cul- ' ture, he cannot remember a time when I, he was not possessed of a violin of some sort. At the age of ten after studying with Hellmesberger at the Conservatoire in Vienna, he carried off the first prize and a gold medal, as well as the distinction of having done less practising, than any of his competitors. A few years later in Paris where he studied at the Conservatoire, Kreisler won the grand prize—"The Prix de Rome"—which was an unprecedented event in the history of the famous Institution. Kreisler was last heard in America, season 1907-8, at which time he was acknowledged as thc greatest living violinist by the entire press of America, several leading New York Dailies proclaiming him "The true successor of Jojachim," not only as a master of the violin, but also as one of the greatest musicians of the present time. It is difficult to speak of the playing of this eminent violinist. Everything of a critical nature that can be said on the subject has been said, and so ably, by the most eminent critics of two continents. His art contains so much that appeals to one's sympathies that one is apt to overlook his enormous technical equipment. Idealism, repose, dignity and charm are perhaps its most salient points, combined with a broad electicism that makes him at home in what ever he undertakes, be it Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, or a Mazurka by Zarzychi, and yet how many in this country- have sat enthralled by the charm of the dainty gems from the old masters which will be forever associated with the name of Kreisler. (Continued on Page 8) Tom—"It was a case of love at first sight with me." Jack: "Then why didn't you marry her?" Tom: "Oh, I saw her again on several occasions." "Do you know what I think?" said Goslin to Gazzam. "No," replied Gazzam, "but I have five minutes to spare. Tell me all." Harlem: "Do you know that Jones has married his cook?" Bronx: "Just like him. He'd always rather fight than eat." A Christmas Frost. Now Winter, shake thy heary hand, And sow with snow the frozen land, That soon it may revive, And warm beneath thy mantle white The tender blade, all out of sight, Shall wait the Soring to give delight To creatures all that live. And while we wait with patient eye For yellow crocus presently, The jewel of the Spring, We'll laugh at all thy rugged ways, And heap the fire in roaring blaze, And mark with glee the lengthening days, And cheer thee 011 the wing. And when thy blast doth shriek and roar, And batters at the bolted door, And shakes the window panes; We'll take the floor with nimble feet, And mark a measure swift and neat, And lassies rosy-cheeked and sweet Shall courtesy to their swains. Then let the greeting circle round, And rich and poor in love abound, A Merry Christmas now. We're flung abroad through all the earth But ever round an English hearth They think the year is nothing worth Till Christmas crown the plow. —Frederick Philips. A Fine Calendar. We have received a copy of "The Gospel Text Calendar" for 1910, published by H. S. Mailman of Berlin, Ont. It contains thirteen large sheets, beautifully printed in colors, suspended from a silk cord. Each sheet except the cover contains a design of a Bible with a Bible text for each day in the month, and at the lower end of the sheet a calendar for the month in large figures. The publisher desires an active agent in each county or city to sell the calendar. Price 25 cts., each; sample copy and prices to agents 15 cts. Send for a copy to H. S. Hallman, Berlin, Ont. He: "Do you believe all this about man being descended from a monkey? She: "You surely haven't the face to deny it." A native of Ireland started away on his first trip. Never having been in a railroad station he did not know how to get his ticket, but he saw a lady going in and determined to follow her lead. The lady went to the ticket-box, and putting down her money, said: "Maryhill, single." Next in line was Pat, who promptly planked down his money and said: "Patrick Murphy, married." Hobo—Kind sir, a quarter will save my life. Kind Sir—My dear friend, I am an undertaker. 177 NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS. VICTORIA THEATRE DECEMBER 8 Kreisler THE WORLD'S GREATEST VIOLINIST Sealed Tenders, superscribed "Tender for Sewerage Works, Prince Rupert," will be received by tlie Honorable the Minister of Public Works up to noon of Wednesday, tlie ISth of January, 1910, for tlle construction and completion of a portion of tlie permanent system of sewerage at Prince Rupert, B.C Plans, specifications, contract and forms of tender may be seen on and after the 7th day of December, 1909, at the office of the undersigned, Public Works Department, Victoria, B.C., at the ! offices of the Government Agent, and | of Mr. James H. Bacon, Harbor Engineer, Prince Rupert, B.C.; at the office of the Government Agent, New Westminster, B.C., and at the offlce of the Provincial Timber Inspector, Vnncouver, B.C. Each proposal must be accompanied ' by an accepted bank cheque or certlfi-! cate of deposit on a chartered bank of Canada, made payable to the Honorable the Minister of Public Works, In the sum of five hundred dollars, which shall be forfeited If the party tendering decline to enter Into contract when called upon to do so, or If he fall to complete the work contracted for. The cheques or certificates of deposit of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them upon the execution of the contraot, A guarantee bond in the sum of fifteen thousuud dollars will be required as security for the faithful performance and completion of the work. Tenders will not be considered unless made out on the forms supplied, signed with the actual signature of the tenderer, and enclosed In the envelopes furnished. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. F. C. GAMBLE, Public Works Engineer. Public Works Department, Victoria, B.C.. 2nd December, 1909. dec 4 Conservatives Are invited to a meeting of thc Conservative Association in the Broad Street Hall, between Johnson and Yates on Monday Next Dec. 6 for tiie purpose of electing Delegates to the British Columbia Conservative Convention at Kamloops. The Chair will be taken at 8 p.m. R. F. GREEN, ..President. W. H. PRICE, Hon. Sec'y. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 One Touch of Christmas Makes the Whole World Kin The crowded streets, the brilliantly decorated stores, the glowing Xmas Tree, the interchange of gifts and greetings and the services in the churches are the chief features of Christmas observance. One might aver that the giving of presents is really the chief feature, for this has become a source of great delight to kind-hearted people who love this great festival because it gives them an opportunity to contribute to the happiness of others—the true joy of giving. To paraphrase Shakespeare, "This one touch of Christmas makes the whole world kin"—makes one almost clairvoyant in knowing the desire of another. Almost instinctively this season we turn our attention to the serviceable offering. A Gas Radiator, or a Gas Grate, either of which are delightfully cheery and a charming addition to any residence, will prove one of the most thoughtful and acceptable presents for either lady or man who "batches," even if only one room forms "home." A furnace may be baulky, or out altogether, steam heat may become obstreperous, wood or coal fire entail labor in re-lighting; but a Gas Heater is always ready with the turn of the tap and scratch of a match. It is a most economical apparatus; the expense stops the minute the gas is turned off. It can be brought into service in a second without work, so different from fire-building. It will not only give the required warmth, but will at once dispense a genial air of hospitality. As a little heat is required almost every day of the year in British Columbia, a Gas Radiator, or a Gas Grate will form a most appropriate Christmas offering. For every housewife there is a "Merry Xmas" in a Gas Range. She will revel in the possession of such a present, appreciating the saving in time, strength and worry, the cleanliness, accuracy and healthfulness of gas for cooking purposes. Henceforth she will have no kindlings to buy, no coal to carry in, no ashes to take out, no blinding, choking smoke in starting wood or coal stove, no blistering heat while cooking and no fear of fire from overheated flues. Early breakfast will have no terrors for her; just as easy will she be able to get up a late supper for unexpected guests. If she has a dinner to cook which takes hours, she will set the Range right and she will find it hours later just exactly as she left it. Nothing uncertain about a Gas Range; it is as hot at the beginning as it ever gets. What could be better for a Christmas Gift? A VISIT TO OUR SHOWROOMS WILL SUGGEST MANY SPLENDID IDEAS FOR PRACTICAL CHRISTMAS PRESENTS; YOU ARE MOST CORDIALLY WELCOME, WHETHER TO PURCHASE OR MERELY TO LOOK. The Victoria Gas Company Limited Telephone i23 COR. FORT AND LANGLEY STS f At The Street Corner ' ====== y By THB LOUNGER &^s*^/w-*a<»~ty''*'^/*& t hope that I shall see a large number of my readers at the police ball, which is to be held on thc tenth day of this month at thc Women's Hall at the Exhibition Buildings. Thc funds to be realized therefrom are to be devoted to hospital relief for members of the force. It is a praiseworthy object, and one which should appeal to all members of Victoria society. The police force here is one which has earned an excellent name for itself in the matter of tact and efficiency; all over the world the British Police Force has been synonymous with capability. Thc money made from the ball to bc held will be devoted to the aid of those members of the force who are compelled to seek hospital aid. Victoria generally, cannot better justify its existence than by a generous patronage of the same. Now I have a word to say about politeness; and it is going to be a double-barrelled wnrd. It seems to me that the ordinary man in the street is devoid of thc lrst degree in the system of politeness. To illustrate my meaning, I will quote an example I saw the other day for myself. A man was walking down Broughton street; when he reached the junction with Government he saw somebady he knew; the latter was with a lady. "Hi," he cried; his friend stopped. For a few minutes they talked, whilst the lady waited Never once did the first man take off his hat. Again, I saw a man accost a lady on Government Street. He stopped her, never raised his hat, and only after thirty seconds' conversation did he take his pipe out of his mouth. "Manners maketh man," said the good bishop of Winchester; I am sadly afraid that on that basis there are few real men in this Western country. On the other hand I want to pay a compliment to the conductors of the street cars in Victoria. I have often noticed during the last few weeks the exceeding politeness which they extend to their lady clients. There are two cases fresh in my mind; one where a conductor tenderly lifted a little kid into the car and then assisted thc mother, and another, where a number of ladies were anxious to leave the car at a certain spot, and the conductor helped them all. Of course the synic will say that they are paid to bc polite. That may be so. But at the same time money never bought true politeness, such as may be met with on the Victoria cars. It would bc a good thing if everybody were to remember the words of Addison, who wrote, "Politeness is like an air-cushion; there is nothing in it, but it eases the joints wonderfully." There is nothing derogatory in being polite; personally, whenever 1 meet a parson of my denomination I instinctively raise my hat; and I don't feel a bit degraded by so doing. But. unfortunately, there is a class of person who feels that such an act of courtesy entails a certain loss of what he would call "caste". Wherein he is entirely wrong. I think that something ought to be said regarding prosecutions for criminal offences in this province. Not so long ago a case was brought to my notice, which was much as follows A young man of unblemished character was working for a well-established firm; he took a holiday, and at the same time a deficiency occurred in the accounts. There was absolutely no connection between the two incidents. But thc firm telephoned the man's mother; naturally put her to endless worry, and eventually hushed up thc affair, because the real person implicated was ,'too big" to prosecute. Now to my mind that is not right If the offence is serious enough to be worth prosecuting when the culprit is of small social standing, it is worth prosecuting when he is a member of high society. To start proceedings under the impression that your criminal is a person of small importance, and to abandon them when the mistake is discovered, places the first party under a cloud which is never rightly dispelled. And that's not fair. I want to add my mite to the numerous paragraphs we see in the daily papers with regard to Xmas shopping. T feel sure that all my readers are at heart humanitarians; there is not one of you who would willingly harm a fellow-being. But the sin of thoughtlessness comes in, and consequently we see, year after year, crowds of Xmas shoppers thronging the stores at the last moment, apparently without a thought for the poor salesmen and women, who have to attend to them. Readers, I beg of you on behalf of these same servants of the public, to bc considerate; shop early, and remember that the man or woman who waits behind the counter is just as much a man or woman as yourself, and has as much right to a merry Christmas as any of us. I was much interested to see the other day a sample of the work of the British Columbia Wood, Pulp & Paper Co.'s product. The paper which I saw was made at Port Mellon, and was for building and roofing purposes. Within ninety days the Company purposes to have a bleaching system established, when they will bc in a position to produce book and writing paper. Little items like this are only another proof of the general "go-a-headedness" of this wonderful province of ours. An item struck me in the daily paper the other day, which filled me with indignation; the only source of satisfaction I obtained from it was that it occurred in the States and not in Canada. It called attention to the fact that a. couple were married in a car. Of course that may be very funny, but I can't see the joke. Marriage is either a religious or a civil ceremony. If the former, according to the beliefs of the contracting parties, it is an insult to the clergyman to ask him to come out of his church and celebrate thc ceremony in some fantastic spot. If the latter—but then you don't lind lawyers who will consent to do the same thing under an abnormal fee. What surprises mc most is that the daily papers should consider such an outrage on all Christian principles worth reporting by special wire in their columns, without an admonitory advice in their editorial. What a curious thing sentiment is. Year after year we hear people complaining of the Xmas weather. "Ten years ago," they say, "we used to have snow and frost." They wander off into reminiscences, and recall tne year when oxen were roasted whole on the Thames. Take the same people when there is a slight fall of snow, as there was on the morning of the 2nd. "Ugh I what beastly weather," they say. It's no good trying to point out to them that it's fine Xmas weather; they don't want any of it. As a man expressed it to me today, "Snow's a d d fine thing to read about, but it's a h 1 to experience." And that's about true, anyway. I have often been asked for a good translation for the motto of our Province, and I confess that, in spite of a goocl classical education, I am unable to give a neat, concise and appropriate rendering. Of course I know what "Splendor sine oceasu" means; but it taeks a paragraph to tell it. So as it's Christmas time I'll make an ocer to all my readers. I will give a dollar to the person sending in the hest translation of the motto of British Columbia. Contestants are requested to address their replies to "Lounger," care The Week- Publishing Co. Replies are to reach me before Christmas Day, and my decision is to bc final. It's not much money, but it's not much work. If you can think of a good answer on the spur of the moment, send it in; it will only cost you 2c for the stamp. Let's sec what British Columbians think of the meaning of their motto. It has puzzled (&_ o~Cc*£%_*, 171 RUPERT DISTRICT NOTICE is hereby given that I intend applying to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands at Alberni for a license to prospect for Coal under the following area North of uatslno Sound, viz.: Section 19, Township 27, the initial post bein.. at the North-east corner. September 30th, 1909. NELLIE FLETT, nov 20 Chris Nordstrom, Agent 158 NOTICE Is hereby given that I intend to apply to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands for a Licence to prospect for Coal and Petroleum on and under the following described lands: Commencing at the S. E. Corner of Section 96, Sayward District; thence north SO chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south SO chains; thence east 80 chains; to place of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated this 14th day of October, 190!). nov. 6 R. ROSS NAPIER. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT llstrict of Queen Charlotte 16S TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, in tends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about two and one-half miles east of Kumdis Island ancl one mile north of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence cast SO chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence south SO chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November !), 190!<. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte 166 TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria. B.C., occupation Realty, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about two mlles east of Kumdis Island and three miles north of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence east SO chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 THE STORE THAT SERVES YOU BEST YOU'LL WANT THESE FOR 'XMAS Wi'se people do their shopping as much as possible before the rush commences. Select some of these now and hereafter dwell in peace. Native Wine, per bottle, 35c and 25c California Port, per bottle, 75c and 50c St. Augustine Port, per bottle 50c Lyon's Spanish Port, per bottle, $1.50 and $1.00 Cooking Sherry, per bottle, 75c and 50c Spanish Sherry, per bottle, $1.50 and $i.qo Glenlivet Scotch, per bottle 85c Per quart $1.25 Brandy, per bottle, $1.25 and $1.00 Rum, per bottle, $1.00 and 75c Mumm's Champagne, 1904 Vintage, per pint $1.50 Moet & Chandon's 1904 Vintage, per quart $3.00 Pol Roger igo4 Vintage, per quart $3.00 Independent Wine and Liquor Merchants DIXI H. ROSS & CO. Independent Grocers Tels.: 50, 51, 52 and 1590 1317 Government Street Sporting Comment At the Royal Athletic Park this afternoon thc biggest rugby match of the season will take place when the local players will line up against the Terminal City fifteen. These teams have already met this season, the result being a win for the Victoria team by the narrow margin of three points. Since then, however, both teams have bees doing some hard work in the field and are in condition to play a good hard game. Since the last match the local team has been slightly changed, and I think it is for thc best. The shifting of Lowry from full heck to three-quarters is in my opinion a decided improvement, as he is too fjood a ground gainer to be left out of the play for the greater part of the match. This was amply borne out of the play in Vancouver when on every occasion he got the ball lie gained yards of ground. McGuigan at full back js only a young player but he has the making of a first class man and with a good three-quarter lisc in front of him he should have no fear of his end of the game. The back division is as follows. Full back McGuigan; three-quarters, Meredith, Heb Gillespie, Young and Lowry; half-backs, Billy Newcombe and Al Gillespie. The forwards are stronger than the last game and with the practice they have had since last match should make a decided improvement. The game starts at three o'clock sharp and it is up to every lover of the good old game of rugby to patronize this game as with this match the result of the game in this city will hang ill no small manner. A win for the locals will put them where they were a few years ago and will bring back to this city the championship of B. C. and the McKechnie Cup. The Victoria High School athletes are today invading Vancouver in quest of the Thompson Cup, an annual trophy presented by a gentleman of that name of Vancouver to be competed for yearly by the two high schools in rugby football, basketball and ladies' hockey. Three teams left last evening, the total number of players being thirty-five along with a good number of rooters. To send thirty-five athletes away from this city at one time certainly speaks well for sport in this city and within a few years sport will flourish in this city as it has never done before. The locals are confident of bringing back the cup and by the manner in which they have been training there is every reason to expect them to do so. The Victoria Hockey team means business this season, which is easily evidenced by arranging a practice match during the week. Since last season several new players have taken up their residences iv this city and have entered into the game with an enthusiasm which is being caught by the locals and the result being the organization of a really first class eleven. A regular series of games have been arranged with outside clubs nnd some good games will be seen before the end of the season. At last Jeffries and Johnson have been matched for the fabulous purse of $101,000; the exact location where the fight will take place has not yet been decided but it is evident from the promoters' iction that it will not be far away from San Francisco. Now that arrangements have been finally made the wise ones will commence picking the winner and in my opinion it will be harder than most think it will be. The only question is, can Jeffries come back after a rest of four years, if he can he should win; if he cannot then the championship will rest with the Big Smoke and I think it will take Jeffries longer to come back than he thinks and then he will not be the same man he was when he left the ring after his last Ight. UMPIRE. Correspondence A Disclaimer. Victoria, B.C., 2nd December, 1909. The Editor The Week. Dear Sir,—I have been lately annoyed by a rumour which my friends have informed me is being circulated in Victoria for the purpose of discrediting me with the electors, namely that I own shares in the Esquimalt Waterworks Company, Limited, and that it is my intention to represent the interests of that Company if returned as Mayor. This is totally untrue. About four years ago I purchased forty shares in the said Company and held these shares till the 18th October, 1909, on which date I sold them finally and absolutely and since that date I have had no interests whatsoever in the Esquimalt Waterworks Company or its management. I wish it further understood that when I was asked to offer myself for the. position of mayor I refused to do so until I had got rid of all interest in that Company and I did not offer myself until I had done so. So that there may be nothing even that may suggest concealment I also wish it known that my wife has under a legacy, a remote reversionary interest in ten shares and my daughter five. They have no immediate interest in these legacies. I have not only no interest, but also have no control over their interests. I only refer to them so that those people who nourish themselves on misrepresentation and slander may be prevented from secretly suggesting that I conceal my awn interests under the names of others. Yours truly, W. E. OLIVER. Sir,—Taking for granted there is always a concentration of notorious facts and on the editorial table, if not relegated to the "basket," I assume without prelude the Fall Fair Limerick has come under your notice. It is a sine qua non that Limericks should be based upon the strictest accuracy in all particulars. The "last line" of the first prize Limerick directly contradicts the second line I The third "prize Limerick" is noth ing if you eliminate the word "dog- ondest" and is highly objectionable for this reason; it is a vulgar American substitute for the profane expression, "G—d d—dest." It is not flattering to the intelligence (in a small way) of Victoria, or the judgment of the committee when such productions are awarded prizes, and the remaining one hundred and ten only given back seats. I can only speak for one in that crowd, and without mock modesty I say it was better in all particulars than those that were awarded prizes. FAIR PLAY. A Christmas Vampire (By Carolyn Wrlls) A Fool there was, and he made a gift, (Even as you or I) He bought it with taste and care and thrift (For a lady his friends thought rather swift) And when lie gave it, the lady sniffed, (Even as you or I). Oh, the judgment and taste and time we waste On the gifts at Christmastide, Which we give to the lady who isn't pleased (And now we know she could never be pleased And never satisfied). A fool there was, and he gave his cheque (Even as you or I) For a necklace of pearls without a fleck, (And it didn't the least suit the lady's neck) And she never thanked him a single speck, (Even as you or I). Oh, the chink we lose, and the think we lose, On the things we buy with pride To give to the lady who never is pleased (And now we know she can never be pleased And never be satisfied) The fool was fleeced to his last red cent, (Even as you or I) She threw him aside, when his gold was spent, (And nobody cared where the lady went) And the fool gave way to loud lament, (Even as you or I). And it wasn't the loss, and it wasn't the dross, The reason that same fooled cried; It was coming to know that she never was pleased (Seeing at last she could never be pleased And never be satisfied). Material Facts. "Tommy," said the teacher of the juvenile class, "when water becomes ice what is the great change that takes place?" "The change in price," replied Tommy. _ if if if if if | if if % if I j The Working I Man Comes Here because he gets a good square meal 20c. WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS. Rooms, 25c and up. Telephone 841. A. LIPSKY, Proprietor, Milne Block, 568 Johnson VICTORIA, B.C. St. te»08an'mmm8s®8aa-»<aaatt3g RUPERT DISTRICT 17G NOTICE In hereby given that I intend applying to the Assistant Commissionei* of Lands at Alberni for a License to prospect for Coal under the following area North of Quatsino Sound, viz.: Section 30, Township 27, the Initial post being at the South-east corner. September 30th, 1909. CHARLES MILLER, nov 20 Chris Nordstrom, Agent VOUB FEB OEKT. ON DEPOSIT. We pay lour per cent. Interest on deposits of $1 (one dollar) aad np, withdrawable by chelae. Special attention given to deposits made br malL Paid np Capital over 91,000,000 Assets oyer - - 8,000,000 O. FEBMANENT X.OAB CO., 1910 Government Street, Tlctorla, B.O. FOR A SHAVER'S XMAS GIFT We have many excellent suggestions. Nothing would please the man who shaves himself better than GILLETTE SAFETY RAZOR No danger to shave with this unrivalled Razor. No trouble— just lather, then shave. See our latest pocket edition. Prices $5-50 to $i».oo Cyrus H. Bowes CHEMIST 1228 Qovernment Street Near Yates SEE BOLDEN THE CARPENTER AND BUILDER. 1 Fort Street I RUPERT piSTRICT 172 NOTICE ls hereby given that I intend applying to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands at Alberni for a license to prospect for Coal under the fellowlng area North of Quatsino Sound, viz.: Section 20, Township 57, the Initial post being at the North-west corner. September 30th, 1909. M. MILLER, nov 20 Chris Nordstrom, Agent RUPERT DISTRICT. 173 NOTICE is hereby given that I intend applying to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands at Alberni for a License to prospect for Coal under the following area North of Quatsino Sound, viz.. Section 29, Township 27, the initial post being at the South-west corner. September 30th, 1909. J. A. FLETT, nov 20 Chris Nordstrom, Agent RUPERT DISTRICT. 174 NOTICE is hereby given that I intend applying to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands at Alberni for a License to prospect for Coal under the following area North of Quatsino Sound, viz.: Commencing at the South-east corner of lot 51, thence south one mile; east one mlle; north one mile and west one mile to place of beginning. September 38th, 1909. G. A. W. HEPBURN, nov 20 Chris Nordstrom, Agont NOTICE. RECTIFICATION OF CROWN GRANT New Westminster District. Notice ls hereby given that ln pursuance of Section 98 of the Land Act, an application will be made to the Chief Commissioner of Lands—three months after date—to have the Crown Grant or Lot 226, Group 1, New Westminster District, issued on tho 17th day 01 April, 1875. to J. Roland Hett canoelled, and a corrected Crown Grant of said lot 226 issued In lieu thereof. Dated at Victoria, B.C., thia 9th day of October, 1909. POOLET, LUXTON & POOLEY, Solicitors for the Owners or oct. 16 said Lot. M. W. WAITT & CO. LIMITED (The House of Quality) HERBERT KENT. Manager VICTOR Gramophones Are Sold for as little as SI a Week GALL AND SEE WING ON Employment Agent. Wood and Coal for Sale. Also Scavenging. 1709 Government St. Phone «3 VICTORIA, B.C. The Taylor Mill Co. Limited. All kinds of Building Material. LUMBER SASH DOORS TELEPHONE 664 North Government St., Victoria WE SOLICIT A TRIAL In order to convince you that we are prompt, careful and moderate in our charges. The Pacific Transfer Co. NO. 4. FORT ST., VICTORIA. A. E, KENT, Proprietor Phone 241. § if 1 if If Leave your checks with us. MAPS OF Timber and Land. The kind that show what's taken up and what's vacant. Electric Blue Print & Map Co. 1218 Langley Street Victoria. B. C. SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Queen Charlotte. 1S4 TAKE NOTICE that William Q. Ewart of Seattle, Wash., occupation Broker, Intends to apply for permission to prospect for coal on the following described lands: Commonclng at a post planted one mlle oast of Masset Inlet and about six miles S.E. of Delkatle; post marked "W.Q.E. N.W. Corner"; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement, and containing 640 acres, more or less. Date of staking Sept. 24, 1909. WILLIAM Q. EWART. oct 28 F. H. Millard. THE WEEK, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1909 MUSIC AND STAGE (Continued from Page 5) The past year has been an extraordinary one for Kreisler, in fact the banner year of his career, having appeared in nearly every part of Europe, including a long tour through Germany, Norway and Sweden, France, Spain, and closed his season in England where he appeared in a London series of orchaseral concerts and his own recitals during April and May, leaving a trail of successes to be long remembered. Kreisler's American tour of the present season (1909-10) will be under the Management of The Henry Wolfsohn Musical Bureau, and will extend from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and from Canada to the City of Mexico. "The Travelling Salesman" James Forbes, who gave to theatregoers "The Chorus Lady," has achieved new laurels with his latest comedy, "The Travelling Salesman," which scored such an enormous success at the Gayety Theatre, New York, the Illinois Theatre, Chicago, perty and they plot to buy it when it is put up for sale. Beth tells Blake about her property and that she is unable to save it. Later in the evening, Roycc joins Blake and three other salesmen in a poker game at the hotel. Blake, during the game, learns from Royce the scheme to bid in Beth's land, and he decides to be the first person on hand at the sale in order to bid in the property for Beth. When Blake is announced as the purchaser, Royce goes to Beth ancl attempts to poison her mind against Blake by making her believe that Blake has acquired her land for the purpose of selling it to thc railroad company ;it a large advance in price. He advises her that there is still a chance to save her property, because a tax deed does not become valid for six months. Drury and Royce then make the girl an offer of $5,000 for her land. She is cm the point of accepting when Blake arrives on the scene. Blake tries to explain, but Beth, who has been influenced by Royce and Drury, refuses to believe him. Mark Smith arid Miriam Nesbitt in a Scene from the Big Comedy Act, "The Travelling Salesman.'-' and the Park Theatre, Boston, will be presented under the direction of Henry B. Harris, at the Victoria Theatre Monday, December 6. The action of the play starts in the railway depot at Grand Crossing just before noon on Christinas day. The villagers waiting for their trains, thc impertinent baggageman, the gossipy widow, and the pretty ticket seller, Beth Klliott, and thc irrepressible drummer, Bob Blake, are introduced and the weaving of the plot is begun. The acquaintance of Bob Blake and Beth Elliott ripens rapidly, and Beth invites the salesman to share her lunch. After that their eternal friendship is scaled. It has been made known previously that Beth is owner of ;i section of apparently worthless land to be sold on the following day for unpaid taxes. The girl is unaware of the fact that the railroad is about to build a spur line and that her property will he needed for that purpose. Martin Drury, a capitalist, and Franklyn Royce, his tool, and also the pretended admirer of Beth, know of the prospective increase of the pro- Later, with the help of Beth's friend. .Mrs. Babbitt, the village gossip, he succeeds in getting an audience with Beth; and explains that he merely paid the taxes to save her land, and succeeds in convincing her of his honourable intentions, the depth and sincerity of his affection and finally wins the girl and thwarts the two schemers. The company which Mr. Harris will send to this city is one of exceptional merit, composed of well known metropolitan players who were so largely contributory to the success of tiie piece during its Eastern runs, and includes Mark Smith, James O'Neill, Jr., Clifford Stork. Lawrence Shec- li.'m. Theodore Kehrwald, Daniel Jarrett, Guy B. Hoffmann, Emmett Shackleford, Robert Hamilton. Miss Miriam X'esbitt, Miss Diana Huneker, Miss Marion Stephenson and Miss Virginia Hamilton, All who are interested in the fistic art should make a point of going to the Victoria Theatre on Saturday evening December II, where they will see an exact reproduction of the great encounter between Johnson and Kct- chel. Clifford Denham has secured the original films which are beautifully distinct and convey an exact impression of the fight: These are supplemented by a number of views of Johnson in training so as to furnish a full evening's entertainment. The show has been travelling all through Canada and the Winnipeg Telegram which is by no rteans easy to please has the following to say: "Nearly two thousand Winnipeg sportsmen and ladies sat in the Walker theatre last evening and watched the championship battle between Jack Johnson and Stanley Ketchel as depicted by the moving pictures. So perfect were the pictures that the audience got warmed right up to the light, and before they knew it, were applauding the good work of the fighters and every little interesting part to the scrap; was marked by loud cheering from the * spectators. If Stanley Ketchel had been present he would have received a great ovation, as he was roundly cheered throughout the evening, even when getting the worst of it. while the black giant was hissed repeatedly. New Grand Theatre Coming to the New Grand Theatre next week are Val Trainor and Myrtle Dale, in "Memories of the War," consisting of clever dialogue, old-time and new songs, dances and a lot of "business" that is very good comedy, It is a happy, humorous act, albeit.' at all times, utterly refined. Unicle acts are rarely delivered into this district, but Arthur Hill and Sylvia Sylviany have one that is a, gasp. The evolutions these two go through on their single wheels arc no less than sensational, and they have been described as great cards by all of their critics. The McLinn. Brothers will offer for those who like clever horizontal bar work a new act which shows them a-*,: experts at their work. They havc a| way' of getting the most out of the! act without striving for effect and for this reason if the act was not genuine; all round success would be welcome. The fourth act is O. L. Fultz. a riiusi- cian, appearing in ,a novelty musical! act with songs ancl a dance ancl several musical instruments. There will also be new moving pictures and Thomas J. Price sings "I'd Live or I Would Die for You," with the usual illustrations. 159 NOTICE is hereby given that I intend to apply to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands for a Licence to prospect for Coal and Petroleum on and under the following described lands: Commencing at the north-east corner of section 95, Sayward District, thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to place of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated this 14th of October, 1909. nov. 6 R. ROSS NAPIER. 162 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about one and one-half miles south-east of Kumdis Bay and about one mile south of the Myer Lake Trail, Graha.n Island; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Tomans, Ageni 164 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about two and one-half miles east of Kumdis Island and about one mile north of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west SO chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. 1 ,167 LICENSE TO AN EXTRA-PROVINCIAL INSURANCE COMPANY. Companies Act, 1897. CANADA: ■ * Province of British Columbia, No. 544.. , TfflS IS. TO CERTIFY that the "Rochester German Insurance Company of Rochester, New York," is authorized and licensed to carry on business within the Province of British Columbia',' and to carry.out or effect all qr any.of the objects bf the Company to which the legislative authority of the Legislature of British Columbia extends. The head, offlce of the Company Is situate at the City of Rochester, in the ?oun*ty of Monroe, and State of- New ofk.' ,; '-■' : ■ ' ■■ •' - * ■ ■ The amount .of . the 'capital of the Company is flve hundred .thousand dollars,* .divided Into five' thousand' shares of one. hundred dollars each. The head offlce of the Company in this Province is situate at Vancouver and J. R. Waghotn, Insurance Agent, whose address Is Vancouver aforesaid, Is the attorney for the Company. Given under my7 Hand and Seal of Offlce at Victoria. Province of British Oolumlflar this eighth day. (ft November, one • thoirsnnd nine fhljfdred and nine. CL.S.) - S.- Y, WOOTTON, . .Registrar, of Joint Stock Companies. The objects for which this Company lips -been established, and licensed are: For the fiVWpbWof 1YiA_tin8''iiisurAnc!i6"0H dwelling houses, stores and all kinds of buildings and household furniture, and other property against loss or damage by flre, lightning, wind-storms, or tornadoes, and upon vessels, boats, cargoes, goods, merchandise, freights and other property against loss or damage by all or any of the risks of lake, river, camil and inland navigation and transportation and to elfect reinsurance of auy risks taken by it. LITERARY NOTES (Continued from Page 4) or shame may come afterwards, but this moment shall ever be to her comfort or despair." "A joy that once has been is imperishable. Remembering happier things is a sorrow's crown of consolation. Thank God, I havc hac' them to remember." "There are things of the flesh that the discipline of life teaches man to subdue." "Thc great glory that had made his life a blaze of splendor for "the day, had faded, the sun in his heaven had been eternally eclipsed. But the lesser glory of the moon ancl stars remained undimned, the tenderness of twilight lost no tone of its beauty. He stood unshaken in his faith, unchanged in himself, the strong wise man, looking upon the earth and the fulness thereof, with the unclouded eyes of a child. Verse. Thc Week is in receipt of a book of poems entitled "Verse from a Western Isle," by Frederic Philips. The author has long been a resident of British Columbia, having lived for some years among the islands of the Gulf of Georgia. While his verse lacks the rugged virility of those which have recently brought fame to Robert Service, they have a quiet ancl pensive distinction of their own. Mr Philips is obviously a student of Wordsworth rather than Kipling, and a lover of nature in her various moods. There is throughout the book a sustained note of reflective observation. Mr. Philips has a facility of expression which makes the muse a natural channel for his thoughts. One of the best of his poems is "The Deserted Ranch" which paints a vivid 160 NOTICE Is hereby given that I intend to apply to the Assistant Commissioner of lands for a Licence to prospect for Coal and Petroleum on ana under the following described lands: Commencing at the south-west corner of Section 98. Sayward District, thenc. north 80 chains; thence east 80 chatns; thence south 80 ehains; thence west 80 chains to place of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated this 13th day of October, 1909. nov. 6 R. ROSS NAPIER. There's Nothing half So Sweet In Life as Love and Dudleigh's Mixture I SS. Richardson Phone 346 •* mtmmmm_mm*imLm. picture of love's labour lost in the pine forests of the West. A fair specimen of his work will be found in the brief stanza entitled "Night": Night. Lo, gentle night, who weeps at all our toil, Withdraws reluctant at the dawn's chill breath, Leaving her darling Earth with tears bedewed, And ere the sun his thirsty rays shall fling To rob us of her sweet refreshing boon, Slips sobbing o'er the wakening western hills. 161 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about two miles east of Kumdis Island, and three miles north of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains, thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to point of commencement and cosntain- ing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. 163 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, Intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted one and one-half miles south-east of Kumdis Bay and about one mile south of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement and 1 containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. 161 NOTICE is hereby given that I intend to apply to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands, for a Licence to prospect for Coal and Petroleum on and under the following described area: Commencing at the north-east corner of Section 102, Sayward District; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to place of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. Dated this 13th day of October, 1909. ' A. W. McVITTIE, nov 6 R. Ross Napier. Agent 162 NOTICE is hereby given that I intend to apply to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands for a Licence to prospect for Coal and Petroleum on and under the following described lands: Commencing at the S. E. Corner 01 Section 101, Sayward District; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 8# chains to place of commencement, containing 640 acres more or less. , Dated this 13th day of October, 1909. A. W. McVITTIE, nov 6. R. Ross Napier. Agent. 157 SKEENA.LAND DISTRICT District, of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of. Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, intends to apply for a license to prospect for ooal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about one and one-half miles south-east of Knmdis* Bay and about one mile south of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thenoe west 80 'chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 dhalns to point of commencement and containing*640 acres more or Dated November 9, 1909. Ji T(1 JOHNSON, ntiv 13*' ' • '*' ' Mittthew Yomans, Agent. **...*•*••• * 158 ,*.*■ .*' .SKEBNA LANPDISTRICT .J-Jistrii-tof Queen Charlotte TAKE 'NOtWS that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria. B.C., occupation Realty, Intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about one and one-half miles south-east of Kumdis Bay, and about one mile south of the Myer Lake Trail, Granam Island, thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence : east 80 chains; thence south to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. 159 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria. B.C., occupation Realty, Intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted two and one-half miles east of Kumdis Island and about one mlle north of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. 160 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT District of Queen Charlotte TAKE NOTICE that I, J. T. Johnson, of Victoria, B.C., occupation Realty, Intends to apply for a license to prospect for coal on the following lands: Commencing at a post planted about one mile north of the Myer Lake Trail, Graham Island; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence east 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres more or less. Dated November 9, 1909. J. T. JOHNSON, nov 13 Matthew Yomans, Agent. 142 SKEENA LAND DISTRICT. District of Queen Charlotte. TAKE NOTICE that John Sheckeis, of Seattle, Wash., occupation Mechanic, intends to apply for permission to prospect for coal on the flolowing described iands:— Commencing at a post planted at the S.E. Corner of Frank Demers coal location and two miles east and one and a quarter miles south of the most westerly point on Gundas Island and on Graham Island, post marked "J. S„ S.W. corner"; thence east 80 chains; thence north 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence south 80 chains to point of commencement and containing 640 acres, more or less. Date of staking Sept. 25, 1909. JOHN SHECKELS, oct 23 P. H. Millard. 157 NOTICE is hereby given that I intend to apply to the Assistant Commissioner of Lands for a Licence to prospect for Coal and Petroleum on and under the following described land: Commencing at the north-west corner of Section 97, Sayward District, thence east 80 chains; thence south 80 chains; thence west 80 chains; thence north 80 chains to place of commencement, containing 640 acres, more or less. Dated this 13th day of October, 1909. A. W. McVITTIE, nov 6 R. Ross Napier. Agent.
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