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F The Week fl British Columbia Newspaper and Review The Official Organ of the Victoria Real Estate Exchange and of the Royal Victoria Yacht Slab Vol. XIII, No. 4S-14th Year Victoria, B.C., Canada, May 13, 1916 5c. a copy $2.00 a year' Progress of the War WHILE nothing sensational has happened since the surrender of General Townshend, the operations of tbe war have preceded without'abatement on all fronts. The army of tho Grand Duke Nicholas is approaching Diarbekr, and is expected to invest it by the middle of next month. The German attacks on the Eastern front, especially in the Dvinsk district, have been repulsed, and the allied Teutonic forces are not gaining ground at any point. The Italian armies, under General Cadorna, are within twelve miles of Trent, and although every inch of the way is being disputed by the Austrian forces, be is almost within striking distance, and is confident of being able to take the city. By the end of the present month it is probable that a decisive action will have been fought at this point. On the Western front there has for more than a month been continual daily fighting on the British lines, particularly in the neighbourhood of St. Eloi, but although the Germans have been on tho offensive they have not gained any ground. Of course the central point of interest is Verdun, where the fourth terrific assault was made last week end. It continued for three days without any German gains, and to everyone's surprise, then subsided. Military authorities declare that tbe attack was entrusted to a practically new German army. If so, the failure is all the more marked. In any event it confirms the confidence expressed without reserve by General Petain, and endorsed by General Joffre, that the Germans cannot take Verdun. Everyone is wondering when the "great offensive" will begin. It is doubtful if there will be a "great offensivo" in tho sense in which the term has generally been used. Everything points to a general offensive at many points simultaneously, and wo nre rapidly approaching such a condition. The best authorities agree that Germany has sacrificed half a million men in tho assaults on Verdun. She can never again afford such a price for any assault, and while tbe world has been greatly deceived as to the resources of Germany, especially in tho matter of munitions of every kind, it cannot be very much deceived as to her resources in men. These can be tabulated and checked, and the result of tho checking is to intimate that we are within measurable distance of the time when it will be absolutely impossible for the Central Powers to replace their losses at, the front. Latest, advices from reliable resources indicate, probably for the first time, an absolute shortage of food of the most, necessary kinds in Germany. Nothing could 1x3 more significant, nor more surely presage approaching weakness than the curtailment of soldiers' rations, and the inability to supply them with an adequate quantity of meat. No surplus in farinaceous foods can for long supply the place nf meat. The attitude of tho German government towards the United States strengthens tlie impression that Germany intends almost at once to inaugurate a Penco campaign, and the greater freedom with which unfavourable news are allowed to appear in German papers is not, without significance. One of the best authorities writing on the war, Mr. James Douglas, saj's that ho is in possession of reliable information which justifies him in saying that the end is rapidly approaching, nnd ho obviously expects it to fake the form of collapse. On the other hand, Mr. James Garvin contemplates a continuance of tho war until at least the end of next, year, with tho Eastern and Western fronts still held on tbe defensive by the Allies, and the great offensive attack made from the south, by way of tbe Balkans and Austria. In balancing these conflicting views, one thing must ho borne in mind, which is that the Allies will never make terms with Germany, that Germany will be beaten, absolutely and finally, and the treaty of peace will bo dictated in Berlin under tbe shadow of the armies of the Allies. Every utterance of tho Great Powers confirms this view, and nothing thnt Germany can say, or influence her friends to say, will weaken this determination. Religious Education IT is not often that a minister of religion makes as bad a "break" as that made by tbe Rev. J. B. Inkster, nor often thnt any public man is so effectively answered as ho was by Miss Law- son in last Sunday's Colonist. In characterising his utterances as "rash statements" his critic let him down very lightly. Tf. after rending Miss Lnwson's article, Mr. Inkster had written to the Colonist admitting that he had made an exaggerated and incorrrect statement and withdrawing it, the matter would have ended llivre, but inslend he attempted nu elaborate defence which greatly aggravates his first offence, lie starts out by correcting the reporter, who usually has to bo the scapegoat for rash statements, by saying that he did not, say "the schools of B. C. are altogether immune from religion," but, "the schools of B. 0. are immune from religions education." This is something worse than a quibble, because overlooking the improper use of the word "immune" it is surely impossible to contend logically that there is any practical difference between the two phrases unless one interprets the word education as meaning something authorized by and included in tho curriculum. Miss Lawson shows clearly how the character of tho teachers, the Christian tone imparted by them, as well as the definite religions teaching embodied in the various "readers" constitutes in a very real sense "religious education." To press the meaning of the phrase as Mr. Inkster does to a technicality, is to exalt, the "letter" above tho "spirit." If, as Mr, Inkster claims, he read the text books before preparing his address, then he certainly did misrepresent, the educational system of this Province. After reading Mr. Inkster's letter it is not clear whnt ho really does want. At the public meeting held in the Y. W. C. A., he said that he wanted "religious education in tho schools; other Provinces in the Dominion had seen the necessity of having some form of religious training in tho schools, why should this Province stand apart ?" Yet in his letter of defence, paragraph fi, he says, "I do nnt want religion to be taught in the Public Schools, because whether we like it or not the separation of Church and State is too deeply rooted to allow religious education in the schools." If the latter is Mr. Inkster's view, why on earth did ho ally himself to the movement whose sole object is to secure religious education for the school, and specially, why did he espouse the cause of Dr. Henry Cope, of Chicago, Secretary of the Religious Education Movement in North America? On the subject of "pagan" children a good deal might ho said, and Mr. Inkster obviously realizes that he should not have used the word. The only standard meaning of the word "pagan" is "heathenish, idolatrous." Just why this ordinary meaning of the word should have been set aside in the mind of the Reverend gentleman to make way for what he describes as tho sense in which it is applied to "Greek and Roman people of culture and education, but who do not receive any Christian instruction" is not apparent. It was a strong word to use, not justified by tho facts, and certainly not justified by the very far-fctehed explanation offered. The old question of religious education in our schools is an important one, but it has been solved long ago for Canada. The tone of our schools is admirable, and the atmosphere Christian in the best sense, but the people of Canada will not stand for dogma, nor for the re-introduction of the denominational squabbles which threatened to wreck popular education half a century ago, and that is why The Week thinks that a minister of Mr. Inkster's ability and influence should think twice before allying himself with a movement headed by an alien agitator. What is wanted is not so much more religion in the schools as more religion in tho homes, and that is essentially the work of the Christian churches. A Kindly Thought OX Thursday about two dozen returned soldiers were entertained at Government House. Mrs. Barnard was assisted by a number of ladies who vied with each other in showing their appreciation of the inestimable service rendered to the country and the Empire by men who have braved the dangers of the battle field and hear its scars. It was a kindly thought, and ono which should be productive of much good. Victoria has done splendidly for everything connected with the war, except thc treatment of returned soldiers. In saying this, Tho Week does not wish in the slightest degreo to belittle the labours of tho several Committees which either welcome the returning ones or provide at a later stage for theirsnitable employment. Nor does it for a moment overlook the important contribution furnished by the convalescent hospital in Esquimalt. But in spite of these there is still something lacking, and Mrs. Barnard has pointed the way to supply it. Why should not the well-to-do people of Victoria, who have commodious homes and pleasure grounds, entertain returned soldiers on a more extensive scale? Why should they not follow what is the almost universal custom in England to-day, where returned soldiers, not sick enough to need the ministrations of a hospital, are taken into private homes and cared for during the period when they are either recovering heir strength or trying to find their bearings. This would involve a little inconvenience, a little hard work, and a little expense, but all this would be n trivial acknowledgement of the call of duty and the responsibilities of loyal citizenship. We are so far removed from the actual scone of conflict that our personal responsibility has not been brought home to us as it has to onr relatives in the motherland. At the same time the demands upon us would be very limited, oven if every returned soldier was thus provided for temporarily, and allowed to woo back health and strength under thc sympathetic ministrations nf those whoso happy homes have been preserved by his valour. Will not somo largo hearted philanthropic woman take this matter up nnd carry Mrs. Barnard's opening to its logical conclusion ? The Shipping Bill IN by fnr the ablest and most businesslike speech delivered in tho House this Session Mr. II. B. Thomson introduced tho Government Shipping Bill on Monday last, and has taken charge of the Rill at the special request of the Premier. Ever since this men- sure wns promised in December, when the Honourable \V. .1. Bowser assumed office, public expectation lias run high, believing thai he would produce such a measure ns would give, immediate relief to the lumber industry, and at the same time bring about a substantial addition to our Mercantile Marine. The principle of the measure is Government aid to shipbuilding by a system of loans not to exceed 55% of the full value of any ship constructed under the provisions of tho Act. To enable the Government to make Ihis provision it is authorized tn sell Government securities tn the sum nf $2,000,000. All ships built under these subsidies will operate under the British Merchant Shipping Act in force throughout tho British Empire. It is not necessary tn discuss the urgent requirements of the Province in respect of transportation, nor is there any difference of opinion ns to thc immediate benefit which will accrue to tho lumber industries, indeed it is mainly fo ensure thc development of this, our most, liquid industry, that the Shipping5 Bill was initiated. The only tnngiblp objection urged is that it will not benefit established shipyards or encourage them to the same extent as would be the case under the bonus system, and Vancouver in particular is opposing the Act on these grounds. There is, however, a ready answer to the opposition, and it is in the first place that it would not be constitutional for a Provincial Government to bonus an industry, that is the sole prerogative of the Federal Government. The other answer is that the main object nf the Government is tn ensure the speedy construction of big lumber carriers. Tbis cannot be achieved by giving finnncial aid tn a number of small yards, nnr can it be achieved by encouraging shipyards to produce any other vessels than the large ones specifically and urgently required for the carrying of lumber. The other criticism offered in the House, that as it is a measure largely for the relief of the lumber industry, there is no reason why the lumber men should not shoulder the responsibility of securing transportation, betrays a lamentable ignorance of existing conditions. The case may bo stated thus:—The industries of the Province are languishing, its revenues are falling off, it is the first duty of the Government to maintain those revenues at the highest figure possible iu order to continue the development of the Province. The quickest and surest way of doing this is to increase the sales of lumber. This is more imperative for tho Province than for the lumber men. The Province cannot affaird to take a chance because it must have revenue. As the quickest, surest and most constitutional method the Shipping Bill should receive the undivided support of tho House, as it will undoubtedly receive the ondorsation of the public. The Steel Industry AT last the Industrial Commissioner seems to be awake to the possibility of doing something substantial, and if the brave words in which he has expressed his intention to the Daily Press are lived up to, there will be something to show for the expenditure of many thousands of dollars of the taxpayer's money. The Commissioner says "We will never quit the campaign until steel works are established on Vancouver Island, or until we know the reason why. We have written all over Canada about the Steel Mills proposal, and are gathering information that will be of direct assistance in encouraging the development of the iron and coal resources of this Island. We are going to carry this through absolutely." The Commissioner says that he is already meeting with ridicule in certain quarters. The Week warned him to expect this, and he will have more of it, but if be has half the determination which his words indicate, he will not bo discouraged thereby. The reason why the V. I. D. A. has not accomplished more is that it has talked too much. If tho Commissioner had said nothing about his intention, but bad gone to work, as others have' done in the same cause, he might some day he able to report progress. The Commissioner has a good Special Committee, if ho will be guided by them, sufficient reliable information and data can easily be acquired from the Board of Trade without writing all over Canada. Tbe Board, as tbo result of many years work by men who have a permanent interest in the success of the iron nnd steel industry, has a fund of information, and this would be at any rate a good starter. Tlie Week was never more in earnest than when it says tbis project is ripe for fulfilment, all it needs is judicious handling by men who can influence investors, and who also can influence the Federal and Provincial Governments to give that measure of assistance to the industry without which it cannot possibly bo established. A similar industry in Nova Scotia was bonused by the Federal Governmenl to the extent of practically $10,000,000. The day of bonuses has gone by, at any rate for steel, but there are other ways in which the situation can be met, and it is tho solution of these which calls for the most careful and expert consideration. It is a big problem, but it is not too big to be solved, and it would be the making of British Columbia industrially. Political amenities NO politician should he thin skinned, and if ho slays in the game long enough ho will not be. All the'same it is reserved for only a few papers to plumb the depths of political vituperation and personal insult wdiich are sounded by the Victorin Times. A fair argument cannot be too strenuous, and no mini ob- jects to it, but The Week has yet to learn that the Premier of this Province has done anything to entitle him tn be culled a "Hun," or tn hnve said nf him, "The achievements nf the Bowser memory hnve seldom been eclipsed, if they have been equalled, since tho days of Ananias." This js the kind of thing the Times used In say abonl Sir Richard McBride, and will probably continue In say ;ili"iit any Conservative Lender who may succeed him. Bui dcccnl minded men must Ixs disgusted with such a method of personal abuse, in its impotent rage at the failure of its scandalous party attacks the Times asks: "What Ihe solid and responsible elements of ihe Conservative Party in British Columbin think nf tin- riff-raff, nnd jail birds with whom Premier Bowser has associated them." The answer is easy, The "solid and responsible elements" nf nil parlies think if was nu outrage, as well us a crime, for Mr. Allied.maid's friends tn hire the riff-raff nnd jail birds to vote lor him. The Fatal Motor Accident THE Coroner's Jul Owen Rill fou "inclement weat termittent street lighlii The second point is denh familiar with the rnadw with ordinary, careful di contributing causes were down to this, that Ihe r< wish to aggravate the sn his family; even now hi minute too soon to ask h< in tho condition testified precincts of a social elll nnd The Week ventures ; for the intervention of tl snid, but at the moment ■y which enquired into the death of Percy nd the following contributing factors: her, a dangerous point of the roadway, in- :. and insobriety on the part of tbo driver." "d by the Reeve of Saanich nnd all persons ay will bear him nut in il„. statement that •iving the road is safe. The lirst and third beyond human control. Tt, therefore comes ■nl cause was the fourth. Nn one would fferings of tbe driver and tbe members of s life is not nut of danger, but it is nnt u iw it wns possible for the young men to get to by witnesses nt the inquest, within tlie I'. On this point the evidence was clear, o suggest that the conduct of the club calls ie Attorney-General. Much more could be perhaps the less, tho better. J'age Two THE WEEK Saturday, May 13 THE WEEK & BRITISH COLUMBIA NEWSPAPEB AM BETIBW Published Every Saturday by Tin WMk Publithlng Company Limited, at 635 Courtney Street, Victoria, B.C., Canada. Telephone 1983 SUBSOl-.IPTION: One year, In advance, $2.00; six months, $1.00; three months, SOc. Single copies. 5c. Foreign subscriptions to countries ln Postal Union, $3.00 WILLIAM BLAKEMORE President and Editor ers of war. The programme consists of all the favourite old nursery rhyme songs and characters, which will he very prettily portrayed hy the young people. The affair takes place in the old Victoria Theatre. A successful performance of the cantata, "The Ancient Mariner," wns sung by the Choral Society in Ihe Empress ballroom., last Thursday night. m A splendid'nl traction at the Royal Victoria Theatre next Monday, will he the performance of the four-net comedy by Jerome K. Jerome "Fanny and the Servant Problem." The play will he presented by the Player's Club of the University of Brit sli Columbia. An interesting feature is the advent of twelve members of the chorus who wear delightful gowns, which shock the two old maiden aunts. The caste is strong, and the performance should attract much interest. * Colonel and Mrs. Andrew Haggard have left town to stay at their country home on Cowichnn Lake. IHE CHERNIAVSKY RECITAL The Women's Canadian Club entertained on Tuesday afternoon ns guest of honour, Mrs. Humphries, daughter of the Hon. James Duns- muir, !n recognition of her services in the wnr zone. A large number of members were present to welcome Mrs. Humphries. The guest of honour, who wns 'becomingly attired iu a gown of black satin with transparent block hat, was the recipient of a 'beautiful bouquet of red carnations, tied with the club's colours, presented on behalf of the club by Miss Sheila McBride. Another guest of the afternoon wns Mrs. Black, wife o£ Commiss'oner Black, of the Yukon. Mrs. Black wns elegant in a sostnme of liindu brown broadcloth, tarrying a huge sable mutt. She gave n gracious and charming little speech on a recent visit to California with nn account of the, work being done there by the women for the Red Cross. Some of those present were, Mrs. Barnard, in blue cloth costume with furs; Lady McBride, in block pop!n j Mrs. Bowser, in blue with furs; Mrs. Scriven, Mrs. Henry Croft. Mrs. Stevens in blue serge with furs; Miss Muriel Dunsmiiir in black satin with ermine furs, Miss Bodwcll, Mrs. Hunter in grey tnffieta Miss Charlotte Spencer in black velvet, Mrs. R. W, Gibson, Mrs. Mc- Kenzie Clelnnd, Mrs. Robin Dims- mu'r, Mrs. Margaret Jenkins, Mrs. D. R. Ker, Mrs. P. H. Elliott, Mrs. McDinrmid, Mrs. A. C. Burdick, Mrs. Ricknby, Lieut-Colonel Henniker, Mrs. Henniker, Captain Foster, Major Bullock-Webster, Rev. Major 0. H. Andrews, Mrs. Mnnnering- Jolinston, Mrs. R. H. Pooley Mrs. Jessie Longtield. The decorations were effectively carried out with ilae aud yellow broom, under the able supervision of Mrs. El- l'ot nnd Mrs. R. W. Perry. A delightful musical programme, arranged by Miss Charlotte Spencer, wns a pleasing feature of the function. * The annual meeting of the Con- nnuglit Seamen's Institute wns held last Wednesday afternoon. There wns n large attendance of members, who expressed general satisfaction with the affairs of the Institute, and optimism for thc coining year. The election of officers was held. Hou- otirary President, Lieut-Governor Barnard; President Hon. W. J. Bowser; V'ee-Prcsidents. Right Rev. Bishop Scriven, Right Rev. Bishop Mncdonald, Hon. T. W. Patterson, and other prominent ladies and gentlemen. The Ladies' Guild; Hon. President, Mrs. Pemberton; President, Mrs. Thomson; Vice-President, Mrs. Troup; Secretary, Mrs. Rowlands; and a committee of ladies who have already rendered valuable services in the work of the Ladies' Guild. After the election, the formal presentation took place of the pictures of H.R.II. the Duke nnd Duchess of Conniuight, personal gifts from their Royal Highnesses to the Institute. Thanks was also extended to Mrs. Mary Riter Hamilton for the gift of a line picture of AI.C.S. Rainbow. Tribute wns paid to Ihe memory of the lntc Airs. Murray Tluiin, and thanks were pul on record to those who have so kind- Ij assisted lhc work of the Institute in the past Refreshments were provided under lhc supervision of Mrs. Rowlands ami Airs. MoDiarmid. A musical programme wns in-ranged by Airs. Conyers Bridgewnter. and Mrs. N. P. Shnw assisted by Mesdames 11. B. MoConnnn, Osier, Norman Lee, the Alisses Peggy Pearee. D. Harris, Mamie Fraser, and Air. Clark. Airs. li. Halso Ley (nee Miss Theresa Alesher) will hold her post nuptial reception at lhc home of her mother, Airs. G. C. Alesher, "fllas- ton House," Dnllns Road, on Wednesday, May l"tb from 3 to 0 p.m. * A reception wns held at the residence of Mrs. J. D. Helmcken on Monday afternoon for Airs. Douglas Bullen, who is leaving for Englnntl, where she will join her husband. Captain Bullen, OTlh Battalion. The children of llic Mother Goose Nursery Rhyme Club ure giving n vnrioly entertainment on Friday evening. Afny 121b. nnd a Saturday matinee, in aid of Canadian prison- The following are among the guests registered at the Westholme Hotel the past week: F. C. Lloyd, Russell Whitelaw, H. J. Erskine, E. R. Brown, A. C. Hannon, P. P. Cluslong, of Vancouver; Harvey Gaffee, of Bellingham; J. Broder and H. Broder, of Nanaimo; E. C. Baird, of Seattle; Mrs. J. DeBit, of Oakland; Air. and Airs. A. C. Merrick, Mr. and Airs. Strawbeck, of Honolulu. EXCEPTIONAL BILL AT PANTAGES THEATRE Starting on Monday, Pantages Theatre will have a treat in store for its patrons. The new programme which will then be inaugurated possesses features that are at once novel and attractive. The predominating feature is the engagement of Patricola. Mistress Patricola is one of the big hits of the vaudeville season, iu nil cities that she has appeared so far having created a furore of applause and comment. "At Ocean Beach," a lively musical comedy comprising a cast of 14, six principals and eight pretty chorus girls, has been a big success on the circuit. The two celever comedians, Billy Batchelor nnd Don Adams arc said to be particularly comical. The Doris Wilson Trio features the famous mirror specialty, which is done, however, in this act by the three girls, instead of Ihe usual two. Keit and De Mont arc a couple of clever boys who will present "College Foolishness." They combine acrobatics, comedy, and eccentric dances. MacRae and Clegg, a man and a woman, have a particularly line cycling act. The fourth episode of the popular "Iron Claw" serial will complete this line programme. Undoubtedly one of the most attractive functions last week, both from an artistic nnd social standpoint was the Cherniavsky Recital held in the Assembly Room' at the Empress Hotel. This is the lirst Canadian tour of the three Russian brothers, Leo, Jan and Alischel, who have been members of the orchestra at the Aletropolitan House, New York. When they started out on a somewhat ambitious starring tour doubts were expressed whether they would make good, especially during the present disturbed time. No one doubts it now, for every concert they have held has spelled success. Where ever they have been Ibey have been urged lo iiinke a return visit, and their reception has been not less en- thusinstic at Ihe hands of musical experts than on the part of the general public. Opinions differ ns to which is the greatest artist, although the writer has no hestation in voting for Leo, the violinist; but nil are so excellent that they fairly rank with the finest exponents who have visited Victorin. Their executive skill is of the highest order, and possibly iu pure execution, Jan, the p'anist excclls, but when we come to tone, we must award the palm to Alischel, the 'cellist, and again for breadth of conception, for mastery of his instrument nnd for interpretation, Leo, the eldest is supreme. By the time these lines are in print the brilliant trio will be giving their second concert, and I doubt not that if they were able to give a third the hall would be packed. There is not space in this column either to analyze or to criticise the many numbers in- eluded in their programme, probably most people appreciated the playing of the trio quite ns much or more than solo work, but for the writer the outstanding work of their first programme was the violin concerto movement from Tschaikowsky, played by Leo, followed closely in merit hy Jan's rendition of Chopin's nocturne in D flat. I am hoping to enjoy Friday night's concert at least as much as the first one, nnd to give n somewhat fuller review in our next issue. Iu any event the thanks of Victorians are due to Air. Hicks for bringing this remarkable trio here. W. B. APPLICATION FOB TBE TRANSFER OF HOTEL LICENSE Notice Is hereby (riven thnt application will he made to the Board nf License Commissioners for the City of Victoria at their next regular sitting, after the expiration of thirty days from the date of this notice for the transfer of the liquor license held by me In respect of Hoyal Arms Hotel, situate at 1717 Store Street, in tho City of Victoria, Province of Brltsh Columbia, to Robert Lewis Westhrook, of the said City of Victoria. Dated this 13th day of May, 1916. ERNEST WILLIAM FERGUSON. May 13th Juno 10th APPLICATION FOB TBANSFEB OF HOTEL LICENSE CHAPLIN TO APPEAR AT COLUMBIA EXCLUSIVELY Following close on the announcement that the National Amusement Company, owners and operators of Ihe Columbin Theatre, had secured Ihe exclusive rights for Western Canada of the famous Triangle programme comes the nniiounccinent that Ihis enterprising company has also secured rights for tho entire output of Chaplin comedies for a period of Iwo years. They will he shown in this city exclusively at tho Columbia Theatre. These feature comedies, which have no equal in the film world, will piny nn entire week at the Columbin. Thc acquisition of the Chaplin comedies, in addition to the Triangle five-part dramatic features and the Triangle-Keystone two-reel comedies puts tlie Columbia Theatre in the very front rank of motion picture houses on the Coast as regards film service. Although the Triangle programme alone is being shown in the States at prices ranging from 25c to $2, Mnn- nger Maysmilh stntos that there will be no increase in the price of admission nt the Columbia, nt least for the next few months. The low price of admission is made possible by the large chain of theatres extending from Victoria to Winnipeg, owned or controlled by thc National Amusement Compnny, wh'ch will also show lliese feature films. Notice Is hereby given that application will be made to the Board of License Commissioners for tlie City of Victoria at their next regular sitting after the expiration of thirty days from tlie date of this notice, for the transfer of tlle Liquor License held by ine in respect of tlle Manitoba Hotel, situate at 610 Yates Street, In the City of Victoria, Province of British Columbia, to Ernest William Ferguson, of the said City of Victoria. J. W. SMITH. May 13th June 10th Application for license to take and use water will he made under the "Water Act" of British Columbia as follows:— 1. The name of the applicant is Maurice Alfred Porter. 2. The address of the applicant is R. 13. Route No. 1, Victoria, B. C. (Col- wood, B. C. 3. The name of the stream Is Porter's Spring, the Spring has its source in the northerly 4 acres of Block 1, Section 16, Esquimau District, and (lows in an easterly direction and drains Into Royal Bay. 4. The water will be diverted from the spring at a point about 10 feet from Its source, 35 feet south from the N.W. corner post, Lot 126. (Foreshore Lot.) 6. Thc purpose for which the water will be used—domestic and steam. (1, Tlie land on which the water Is to be used Is described as follows: Block 1, Section 16, Foreshore Lots 12(1 and 127, Esquimalt District. 7. The quantity of water applied foils as follows: (17,300 gallons per day), 12 gallons per minute and 20,000 gallons to store. 8. This notice wns posted on the ground on the llth day of Mny, 11116. 9. A copy of this notice and an application pursuant thereto and the requirements of the "Water Act" will he tiled In the office of (he Water Recorder, at Victoria, B. C. 10. This notice appears for the first time on the 13th day of May, 1916, in "The Week." 11. A petition for tho npprovnl of the undertaking will be heard In the olllce of the Board of Investigation at a date to be fixed hy tho Comptroller, and any Interested person may file nn objection thereto In the office of the Comptroller or of the Water Recorder of the County of Victoria. MAURICE ALFRED PORTER. Applicant. Per E. E. Wootten, Ills Solicitor. Mny 13th June 3rd The City Window Cleaners and Janitors. A prompt, reliable service at moderate charges. Agent for the Amberine Floor Polish. F. Quaint- ance, 2702 Oovernment Street. Phone Come to the "Bantam Revue!" Royal Victoria Theatre. Popular prices. All Star Vaudeville. Monday and Tuesday, May 22nd and 23rd at 8:15 p.m. The traction ^^^ engine was made to grip. So was Dunlop Traction Tread. Nothing has yet taken the place -»f the traction engine (or long, continuous service. We don't think any other tire will ever take the place of Dunlop Traction Tread tor the same (unction. 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Douglaa and Pandora Streets. Phone 3280. Demand PHOENIX BEER Two Quarts for 25 Cents For Sale Everywhere Patronize "HIBBS", Trounce Alley, opposite Colonist Office. Best Shoe Repairing in town. The B.C. Funeral 734 Broughton St., Victoria, B. 0. Always open. Calls attended at any hour, Chas. Hayward, Pres., F. Oaselton, Manager, Reginald Hayward, Secy-Treas. Saturday, May 13 THE WEEK Page Three 1114- -4»JP5^ai4- ^JggS-raa^. .muu S5SF8 At Tne Street Corner FISH WASTE CAN BE MADE INTO GLUE BV THE LOUNGER ifclESal Good Opening for Men With Technical Knowledge to Establish . Profitable Business If there is one thing I like it is n little frivolous chattel- about words, their origin and meaning, and my good friend, the Editor of the Colonist, often furnishes his readers with tho opportunity to indulge in what I should call a verbal anthology. In last Sunday's issue he "cut loose" with the words "endorsement" and "en- dorsation," premising that there was really no such word as the latter, and thnt in any event he would always use the former. I felt nt the time that there was something wrong, but it would ill become a mere Lounger to cross swords with such a doubty champion, unless amply reinforced by indisputable authority. I now venture to carry on this symposinen for the benefit of my readers. m I have consulted all the standard dictionaries with the following results, Cassell's Encyclopaedic Diction- ery at page 228, gives "indorsation," but without meaning. The Imperial Encyclopaedia Dictionery does the same. Of course the absence of a meaning is that the word is the same as '' endorsation.'' The . Century Dictionary Cyclopedia gives both "indorsation" and "endorsation" and very carefully differentiates between '' endorsement and endorsation,'' stating that the latter means the actual endorsement, and the former the result of that act. It gives the full meaning as "to sanction, ratify, approve as to endorse a statement or the opinions of another." The Standard Dictionery, published by Funk & Wagnalls, New York, at page 918, gives "indorsation." Webster, another American Dictionary, publ'shed at Springfields, Mass., gives neither. But our greatest authority to-day is undoubtedly Murray, and nt page 228 this monumental work gives "Indorsation ,the act of indorsing." It then goes on to give the following references: 1460 James V. C, 74, "no indorsation Sail haue faith . hot they that nre signed with the said Signcttes." Again in 1816, Scott in his Antiquary at Ch. 15, speaks of '' the ancient indorsation of letters of importance." In 1849, in a standard work. "Gilbert on Banking," edition 5, we rend: "Shall we sny indorsement or indorsation ? In England we always use the word endorsement, in Scotland, the word more generally used :s indorsation. In 1892 Stevenson, in "The Wreckers," Editor 2, page 170, has the following sentence: '' This hearty indor- snt'on clinched the proposal." A very interesting explanation nf this word is given in the minimi report of the examination papers of the Institute of Bankers, Scotland, nt pnge 46, "What effect enn be given to endorsa- t'on of deposit receipt to a third pnrty." Indorse is another form of endorse. Indorse is the form found ill legnl and statutory use, and in most political economists. It is also thnt approved in all American dictionaries, In English use practice appears to be entirely controlled by the taste of the writer, but "endorse" is said by business men to be now almost universal in English commercial use, so with derivities except endorsation, which is now almost exclusively in Scotch use. From nil of which I gather that the word "indorsation" or "endorsation" hns been recognized since Shakespeare's day, or before, ns n legitimate word. Thnt the prefix "en" h the modern English form nnd thnt the Scotsman, with thnt tenncity with which clings to everything he hns, still holds at the original Latin prefix "in." Tt mny also be gathered that with their invariable penchant for new methods, our American cousins, even in their Standard Dictionary have the temerity to ignore the word in some instances, but where the authorities are too heavy for them, they naturally incline to the Scotch form. I think this space has not been wasted, for nothing is more interesting than the study of words, especially if, in addition to giving my readers n little light on the subject, I am able to convince the editor of the Colonist that "indorsation" or "endorsation," whichever fi inn he prepers, is a respectable word which he could safely use. * About three years ago the dramatic critic nf The Week gave considerable space to a criticism of the splendid work of George Beban in "The Alien." This flue actor came with the Anna Held Company, which was running a series of vaudeville turns, and he gave a slight sketch which forms the foundation of that imposing film play seen at the Eoyal Victoria Theatre this week. I saw both presentations, and my impression is deepened that nothing finer of the kind has been seen on our local stnge. George Bebnn is nu nrtist to the finger tips, there is not a movement, n gesture or a word which offends, or which is inconsistent with his conception of the pnrt. Never hns nu alien of the poorest class been made to nppeal so directly to the sympathies of the audience. In the moment of his terrible bereavement his sorrow appealed to every heart, and we saw the unusual picture of n dirty, ragged alien finding n common meeting ground with an aristocratic lady. The play is wholesome and demonstrates the "Movie" at its best. I have always been an admirer of the scenic aspects of this class of entertainment, but I have not been so much iu love with the dramatic representations which have been featured.' As a rule they run too much to gun-play and daggers, but here is a high class, artistic, human, dramatic play, splendidly mounted and displaying the finest features of the actors' art, If the management can give us more plays like "The Alien" the Royal Victorin will enter on a new lease of life. * The greatest asset of the Island Automobile Association is the smile of its Secretary, Mr. Charles Harris. In saying this I am not unmindful of the exceptional services of the President ,but he would be the first to agree with me, that while other Presidents could bo found, it would be difficult to find another Secretary with a smile "that will not come off." 1 am prepared to vouch that from 11 o'clock last Saturday until 6 o'clock in the evening the genial Secretary never censed to smile. Whether he wns smiling most nt the pride of entertaining a compnny of bright young press men, whether he wns "reminiscing" of the days of his youth, whether the glories of the Mnlnhnt drive caused his blood to circulate more rapidly, or whether the catering of host Wylde at the Shnwnignn Hotel appealed to his gastronomic tnste nnd stimulated continuous risibility "deponent knoweth not." AH I know is that we had a fine time, as I anticipated, n glorious drive, a cracker-jack of n fenst, the best of good-fellowship, nnd to crown nil were honoured with n line-up in front of the hotel, when Ihe versatile Secretary, still smiling, snap-shotted us. What the result is I have not yet learned, but nfter this testimony to his good humour and generos'ty I fully expect him to come round nnd leave me a cardboard presentment of an historic occasion when the Automobile Association "did itself proud" and enlisted the support and sympathy of the men who wield a weapon that is "mightier than the sword." * Occasionally I drop into Pantages, generally to enjoy myself. Barely huve I seen nn exhibition which in interest compares to that given this week by a number of performing Sen-Lions. I think nil men nre by nature lovers of animals. There is only one race thnt I hnve met with which lucks sympathy with dumb creatures, nnd it furnishes a profoundly interesting study. Only last week a dear friend of mine discharged a servant because of his persistent nnd nlto- gi-tlier unnecessary cruelty to the most bountiful puppy dog n few weeks old. Vet when she carries Ihe snmo little dog along the street, children slop and look nt it. and ask to he allowed to pet it. Here is a problem which, if we could fnthom, would probably help us to nn understanding of something more than the mere superficial attributes of a sphynx-like incomprehensible race. But I have wandered from my subject which wns Sea-Lions. I can only express the regret that there should be a single person, and especially n single child in Victoria who missed so beautiful and appealing on exhibition. The grace and speed of the Sea-Lion is wonderful, nnd after see- :ng the performance I would not doubt the truth of the statement made by the entertainer that the Sea-Lion had towed an open boat, containing three men, n long distance at the rate of 20 miles nn hour. Some attempt has been mnde in Canada to produce glue from fish waste, but hitherto it hns usually been found that production involves too much technical knowledge and too many h'ghly paid officers. That fish glue, however, can be manufactured in Canada at a profit is clenr from the success of the Russia glue works at Gloucester. These glue works were started by two men, very humble men, some years ago; they bought fish skins and fish heads, and have manufactured glue and fertilizer, and such a success has their venture been that the company which they organized has become very prosperous. The works nre now about ten times the extent they were a few years ago, and they cannot adequately supply the demand for their product—a demand created by the excellence of the glue. There is quite an opening in regard to fish glue products. Canadian fishermen waste an enormous amount of material, which would produce fish glue, on the banks and in the Gulg of St. Lawrence fisheries, and the amount per annum would startle anybody. The fish waste is now simply dumped into the sen.—Dr. E. E. Prince in " Cnnndn's Unutilized Fisheries Resources." DE AFHISIS NIL HISI MALUM To Fl((ht Green Buff«. -Commissioner Cuthbert, of the Victoria ana Island Development Association, is demonstrating a new method of fighting green bugs. The method consists of putting a shield of tarred paper around the stem of each plant to prevent the green bugs from going from the leaves into the roots, where they lay their eggs and do the damage. The commissioner lias arranged a model in his office In the Pemberton Building showing Just how the protection Is carried out.—The Dally Colonist, April 20th, 1910.. "Een'e, Meenie, Minie, Mo, Cn.ch a gteenbug by the toe; If she hollers, don't let go. She'll get into the ground, yon know. Tie a clove hitch round her legs; That will stop her laying eggs. This precaution really safe is, 'Gaint our enemy the aphis." V. I. D. Association Makes a present to the nation Of this piece of news astounding, Entomologists confounding. 'T's a maxim scientific; Aphides are most prolific; Wondrous reproductive power; Grnudmnmmns in half an hour. Cabbages or snlpiglossis, All nre ment to their proboscis; Overwhelming is the blight Of their colossal appetite. Eeenie Meenie Minie Mo, Greenbug does not go below, When she wants to lay nn egg. Someone's pulling Cuthbert's leg. A. R, S. FISH WASTE Editor The Week. Thc following nrticle from the March number of "Conservation" is so peculiarly applicable in this Province, especinlly under prevailing conditions, thnt I think the greatest publicity should be given to it, and I venture to hope you enn find room for it. J. R. ANDERSON. Victorin, B. C, 10th Mny, 1916. PROHIBITION A Voice From the Front 0& France, April 17. 1916. To the Editor The Week, Victoria, B. C. .Sir,—Those who nre responsible for the Prohibition movement in onr Province seem to he pr'ding themselves very much on their fairness nnd open-handed methods of carrying on their campaign, It might be interesting for them to know that we who nre here in France (quite a considerable number by the way), trying to do our little bit for the Empire, are not nil of the snme opinion. We would like to know if it is quite fair to carry on a campaign of this nature when so many are away from home, nnd in consequence will not hnve an opportunity to vote on the question. It is tho opinion of a good mnny British Columbin boys nt the front thnt somebody, or some people ni'e trying to slip one over on them in their absence. CAPT. BROWN, 2nd D.S.C., Franco, Prohibition and Its Problems \7 V 1. What provision do the Prohibitionists propose to make for the re-employment of the thousands of men in British Columbia now supporting families through employment in hotels? 2. Is it right that so many men should be dismissed in order to afford special protection to a few drunkards who can he as effectively protected under existing laws? 3. What provision is it intended to make to replace the loss which will be sustained in Federal and Provincial Revenue if B. 0. adopts Prohibition? The deficit will have to be covered in some way, and it can only be done by increased taxation. 4. Has it ever occurred to you that the present Provincial Legislature, which proposes to pass a Prohibition Bill, was elected in opposition to the Prohibition policy and strictly on a policy of Regulation? 6., What compensation is to be made for the damage to and destruction of millions of dollars worth of property? 6. Do our Legislators realize the far-reaching effects of the proposed Legislation? That the rental value of all property in every license city will be adversely affected? That retail businesses now struggling along in the face of heavy debts, and workmen just making ends meet will face new competition? 7. Is it fair to the flower of our manhood to settle this question in their absence? 1102 Government Street Madame Watts Suite 401-405 B. C. Permanent Loan Building Douglas St., Victoria, B. C. Phone 1623 A SPECIAL SPRING Offer SUITS In very soft fine all wool $3.00 serge, especially adapted for the full skirts of the present season. Prices, $40.00 and $45.00 (according to size required). DRESSES Simple one-piece frocks in same quality serge, $35 and $38. SILK SUITS A few lengths only ($5.00 and $6.00 silks) for sport or afternoon wear. One Price, JL5.00. SILK CREPES A few lengths for simple and dainty frock. Prices, $35.00. A large assortment of exclusive gaberdines, tweeds and English Suitings. 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Trounce Alley, opposite Colonist White LynicHi Rooms 642 Yates Street, 1009 Oovernment Street 556 Johnson Street Best of Food amd Service Economical, Absolutely Sanitary NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given to firms and individuals who sell provisions or other supplies to Stewards ot Canadian Government Ships under this Department, that tlie Department Is not responsible for debts contracted by such Stewards. Clause No. 8 of Contract with Stewards covering the Victualling of such Ships reads as follows:— "It Is distinctly understood by the "parties hereto that the said Department shall not be responsible for any "debts contracted by the said Steward, "and the said Steward agrees to notify "all persons with whom he wishes to "contract for the purchase of any such "provisions, store or groceries, and be- "fore contracting for same, that the "said Department, shall not be responsible for any debt to be contracted by "him in that or any other respect." O. 3. DESBARATS, Deputy Minister of the Naval Service. Department of the Naval Service. Ottawa, March 21st, 1916. Unauthorized publication of this advertisement will not be paid for.— 95346. April 8th May 13th APPLICATION FOB TNE TBAVSHS OP HOTEL LICENSE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that application will be made to the Board of Licensing Commissioners for the City of Victoria, at Its next regular Sitting to be held after the expiration of thirty days from the date of this notice for the transfer of the liquor license held by me in respect of the Hotel Cecil, situate at the Southwest corner of Johnson and Blanshard Streets, in the City of Victoria, British Columbia, to Thomas Jones Williams. Dated this 30th day of November, 1916. ALEX. J. McCOOL. April 15 May 20 STNOFIIS OP COAL HININO BBOU- LATIONS Coal mining rights of the Dominion in Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta, the Yukon Territory, the Northwest Territories and in a portion of the Province of British Columbia, may be leased for a term of twenty-one years at an annual rental of $1 an acre. Not more than 2,560 acres will be leased to one applicant. Applications for a lease must be made by the applicant ln person to the Agent or Sub Agent of the District In which the rights applied for are situated. In surveyed territory the land must be described by sections, or legal subdivisions of sections, and in unsurveyed territory the tract applied for shall be staked out by the applicant himself. Each application must be accompanied by a fee of J5, which will be refunded If the rights applied for are not available, but not otherwise. A royalty shall be paid on the merchantable output of the mine at the rate of five cents per ton. The person operating the mine shall furnish the Agent with sworn returns accounting for the full quantity of merchantable coal mined and pay the royalty thereon. If the coal mining rights are not being operated, such returns should be furnished at least once a year. The lease will Include the coal mining rights only, but the lessee may be permitted to purchase whatever available surface rights may be considered necessary for the working of the mine at the rate of $10.00 an acre. For full information application should be made to the Secretary of the Department of the Interior, Ottawa, or to any Agent or Sub-Agent of Dominion Lands. Deputy Minister of the Interior. W. W. CORY. N.B.—Unauthorized publication of this advertisement will not be paid for. march 22. Qualicum Beach Hotel VANCOUVER ISLAND British Columbia's Premier Seaside Resort Situated on the East Coast of Vancouver Island, 100 miles from Victoria by road or rail. EXCELLENT GOLP LINKS GOOD MOTOR ROADS For Rates, Apply The Manager. Try Clay's Cream Bread. Page Four THE WEEK Saturday, May 13 DOMINION THEATRE MONDAY, TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY FANNY WARD In 'For the Defence' T PanHne Frederick in Xydia Gilmore' Royal Victoria Theatre TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY Jesse L. Laskey Presents FRIDAY AND SATURDAY A SPECIAL THAT WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER 1 Matinee 2-5, Admission 10c. Evening, Balcony 10c. Lower Floor 15c. THURSDAY. FRIDAY and SATURDAY ANNA HELD in MADAME La PRESIDENTE Matinee 10c, Evening 10c. and 15c. Boxes, 25c. SOTTO VOCE Bv the Hornet That the Irish Rebels know by this time that tbey were not only "mad" but "deluded." That their German friends had left them in the lurch in just the same way as they left their Turkish Ally. * That military law is tbe only law to meet an emergency, and has proved its claim on this occasion to be a prompt restorer of order. * That American sympathizers with Germany would do well to study the Irish rebellion in all its different aspects, it is nothing to what would happen in the States if their friends secured control. * That the attack on Verdun is becoming rather protracted for an effort which was scheduled to succeed in five days. iTbat the latest assault looks like ending In the same manner as all the preceding ones. That all self-respecting papers have ceased to comment on President Wilson's notes', tbey nre heartily sick of the whole business. * That no one outside the United States believes that Germany will willingly modify her Submarine warfare in the slightest degree. That it Is to be hoped that Colonel Seely will be appointed to the Irish Secretaryship, he is easily the most competent man in sight for the position. That some people think that Lulu Harcourt will be too "dillctante" for the job, but they forget that the same thing was said of the strongest Chief Secretary Ireland ever had— Mr. Balfour. That Germany is finding it more difficult to produce food than munitions. MS That this is mainly due to the fact that Germany is a swine-eating nation. That if the Huns were vegetarians the production of sufficient food would present no difficulty whatever. That it is to bo hoped before long tbey will have to fall back on the same ration that General Townshend and the brave defenders of Knt lived on for weeks 'four ounces of flour nnd a little horse flesh daily." That the Victoria Times is suggest- gesting nn extension of the life of the present Parliament. That this is rather surprising when one rcmcinhers bow recently the Times backed up tlie efforts of the lenders of tlie Opposition to administer a "coup do grace." That presumably the additional time is required in order to hold more "investigations." That having proved none of the wild charges which they mnde during the by-elections, the Liberal leaders can hardly sign their programme Q.F..D. Thnt it is no exaggeration to say thnt thc so-called "fishing" expedition has turned out to be more like a "mud-raking" campaign. Thnt if one keeps on throwing mud some of it is hound to stick—to Ibe fingers. Thnt thc Victorin Liberals seem to be very fond of "Blind Pigs." What prico blind lenders? That the pelting with mud which Sir Hogcr Casement met with in the Germnn trenches, is nothing tn H»> pelting which a politician receives in Brit sh Columbia. That the Times may affect to believe that the Premier's name is "mud," but he seems to be getting there all the same. That if "Hornet" were asked to suggest a nick-name for the Opposition he would not hesitate to say "Fizzle." That recruiting is going on is Victoria better than ever before, and the llth C.M.E. will soon be up to strength, That Father Vaugbnn has been "getting after" the butterflies of fashion again, in spite of the fact that many of them think he is "a Dear." That it is a safe bet that the German squadron sighted in the North Sea, accompanied by Submarines, was cruising within the three-mile limit. m That Mr. Inkster has made rather a bad break with his attack on the "pagan" children of Victoria. That judging from his attempted defence in the columns of the Colonist, it must be a great many years since be "chopped" nny logic. That architect Rattenbury administered a cold douche to tho opposition members of the Public Accounts Committee when be told thein that the Province got "full value for its money.'' 3* That the Opposition never thought of the very simple test of measuring up thc floor space, and comparing it with that in the old building. * That if they had done so they would have saved the valuable time which has been wasted on the enquiry. Thnt the publicity campaign projected by Ihe Empress Hotel must be a great surprise to Ibe Industrial Commissioner. That the 1,000 "personal letters" sent by the manager of the Hotel must also be a surprise. * Thnt the rate payers naturally will be asking why it is necessary to duplicate such an effective service. Hi That it will be a staggering surprise to the public to learn that, according to the Colonist, "this publicity campaign has been conducted without nny suggestion or assistance from the V. I. D. A." That the "Rainbow" has made two captures within a fortnight. ■IU That in spite of the "scoffers" it is obvious that onr little fleet is of sumo use. That in Ibe matter of tho "Nurses" Hill, public opinion will undoubtedly incline to Ihe view held bv Dr. Young. Thai it is a pity the Government could not hnve seen its way to supporting bis amendments, That if there is one mnn in the House who understands this subject belter than nny other, it is Dr. Young. That anyone experienced in the management of hospitnls knows lhc necessity for such provisos ns he suggested. and brooches, and indeed an endless number of original designs which for a few cents can be acquired by nny one desiring of having a small memento of the military epoch in Victoria. Presiding over this unique collection a meditative kewpie has been installed, and now for the benefit of June brides over whose destiny kewpies are supposed to preside, Mr. AVilkerson is organizing an exhibition of kewpies sufficient in number to guarantee the long life aud happiness to every girl who is fortunate enough to secure a June bridegroom. If you don't believe it, go and see. THIS IS IT A Telephone Spasm hy 1.1.1.1. KEWPIES FOR JUNE BRIDES With his usual keeness for the novel nnd attractive, our enterprising townsman, Mr. W. H. Wilkerson, having scored heavily wilh the mystery clock, hns now devoted one of bis windows to the display of n unique collection of militnry souven- icrs. There nre Ihe badges of every regiment) the1'0 are p:ns, buttons I do not love thee, Mr. Bell. The reason I will gladly tell— Your telephone (you made it well!)— I wish the darn thing were in fragments I —Tennyson's "Ode to the Telephone. '' Number, please 1'' "One oh Ave three four." "Wanno five three four?" "One oh five three four." "One oh live three four?" Central has been too courteous to point it out before—but, really now, could- u't you select a better numeral to start with than "one"? But you are adamant. "One oh five three four" is what you doggedly stick to. It begins to dawn on Central that you actually mean it. It seems incredible, but can she doubt her own ears? Her voice comes reproachfully, even pleadingly, "One oh five three four?" There is a hint of tiredness iu it,—she is beginning to lose courage. Nothing can touch you, "One. Oh. Five. Three. Four." you chant in five merciless sentences. Have you no heart ? ' Central braces herself for the supreme effort. She can almost understand you wanting "one" and "oh" and "five" and, yes, even three," but—"Wanno o five three FOWER?" sbo shrieks. She cannot bring herself to think that anyone, no mntter how depraved, could possibly want "four." "Ono oh five three four," you say in a low, passionless vo:ce. Y'ou are not without traces of the struggle yourself. Half-time. The next thing you remember is somebody shouting very suddenly nnd. it seems, triumphantly, "Thnt line is b " What dreadful thing beginning wilh B it is that hns happened to the line you never know, for Ihe voice censes ns though lorn in two by lightning. Then you hear three loud concussions like a heavy locomotive crossing a defective switch. You wonder if yonr eardrum is shattered. . . . Horror! Is your reason going? Do you ronlly benr someone ask if you will take Ihreo Ions of lime? While wondering how you can refuse you become aware of n soprano voice asking, "Would Hint be nlright, Mr. Watson if ?" when it is brutally interrupted by an nvalnnche of numbers— statistics of some sort, probably. A gong sounds Then: A cool, sweet voice, very soothing, very healing, is talking, "Are you waiting for your number?" "One oh five three four" you sny reverently. It hns become a ritual. "One moment, please, and I will give you your operator.'! "Ob, never mind nn operator—an undertaker will do now." SB And when the 'phone rings nnd I sny "Hello?" nnd Central says, as happens once in every four times, "The parly calling Iris hung up," I reply, "Yes, I nm not surprised. Often, when trying to get a number I nm tempted to comnvt suicide myself." But Central is not listening. "Witchery of Kodakery" Invest in a Kodak Camera—Helps one to forget the dull grey places in life —helps one to remember scenes that are bright and fair. FILMS DEVELOPED, 10c PRINTS 35c AND 50c PER DOZ. TERRY'S DRUG STORES Fort Street, near Douglas Pandora and Douglas Where "TERRYSCRIPTIONS" Are Prepared Brentwood Beach Hotel MOST ATTRACTIVE SUMMER RESORT ON VANCOUVER ISLAND Ten Miles by the B. 0, Electric, Frequent trains both ways. Good roads for motorists, by West Road, 12 miles; East Road, 14 miles. Good Boating, Bathing, Fishing, Tennis, etc, Free row- boats to guests staying in hotel except on Sundays Bar, Billiards. RATES ON THE AMERICAN FLAN By the Day By the Week With Private Bath (one person in room)... .$1.00 $24.50 With Private Bath (two in one room) 7.00 42.00 With Detached Bath (one person in room)... 3.50 21.00 With Detached Bath (two in one room) 6.00 35.00 Top Floor 3.00 17.50 Special rates for longer terms and families. Price of Meals: Lunch, 75 cents; Dinner, $1.00, Private Dances and Dinners catered for. Phone 21L, Heatings, or write H. OANOELLOR, Manager. TRY CLAY'S BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND AFTERNOON TEA Excellent food, Moderate prices We Specialize in Salads Phone 101. Motor Delivery Our Service and Charges are Reasonable. Our Entertainers are of the highest order. ^L^^^^^^_ The WESTHOLME GRILL Light Refreshments to a Full Course ^^^^^Jt Dinner ^^^^^^^ We Serve Only the Best of Everything Obtainable in Our Grill MR. PETE MURPHY, Tenor MISS BUSTER LA MAR, Rag Time Soloist MISS BEATRICE WATSON. Pianist 1417 Government Street. Phone 4544 G. Preller &6o's CLARETS, SAUTERNES AND BURGUNDIES Preller'B Claret—a dinner wine that cannot fail to please the most exacting—perfectly aged, healthful and palatable. Preller'B Sauterne is a true test of the vintner's skill—delicate, yet full-flavoured. Preller's Burgundy is as rich as fine old port—yet refreshing and invigorating as champagne. WHOLESALE AGENTS Pither & Leiser Limited VICTORIA VANCOUVER B. 0. PANTAGES Unequalled Vaudeville Week Commencing May 15th PATRICOLA The Singing Violinist MacRAE & OLEGG The Intruder and the Queen of the Wheel KEIT & DUMONT B College Nonsense snaa mowi daily—s, 7iso *»» tai Matinees 16c. Evening: Orchestra and Balcony 2R. Boxes 60 "THE OCEAN BEACH" A Big Musical Tabloid 12 PEOPLE 12 THE DORIS WILSON TRIO Presenting "Through the Looking Glass" If you're a little man, remember the "Bantams" WHOLESOME MEALS Well cooked and served in pleasant surroundings THE TEA KETTLE MISS M. WOOLDRIDGE Corner Douglas and View Sts. Phone 4096 frfr§fidi "THE CIGAR OF QUALITY" Smoke the BIG B. The Best 10c Cigar on the market, Messrs. Pepper & Walters, Manufacturers, 579 Johnson Street, Victoria, B.O, Phone HOC. Devonshire Cream, made by Devonshire people. List 2821 Gosworth Road, also at Stall 6, Block B„ City Market. Market days, Wednesday and Saturday. Phone 3219. WeArnleh DtsioNS/br Newspaper Advts, Catalogue Covers, business Stationery, Labels. We make Fashion Drawings, 5ions, and Commercial Illustrations o/all kinds. Advertising Service We Write ADVERTISEMENTS,lETTERS,aild Compile Catalogues. Wc place Advertisements everywhere. 321PEMBERTON BIDa V1CTORIA.B.C # Clay's specialise on Scotch Cakes. Try Clay's Luncheons. Spring is here, likewise the Quality Hat Shop, comer of Fort and Broad Streets, We will make ladles' and gentlemen's panamas over like new. Latest styles in Men's headwear. ... We specialise irv Rolls of Honour Illuminated addresses PhaneMM Madame Fredc Russell has reopened her hair dressing parlors at 202 Campbell Building. Facial massage, scalp treatments, toilet specialties, etc.
Publisher changes in chronological order: publisher not identified (1904-1906) ; The Week Publishing Co., Ltd. Offices (1906-1907) ; �The Week� Publishing Company, Limited (1907-1918) ; publisher not identified (1918-1920)
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