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001B6C1A jltb I@ Ig serss 'HsR t this &i&ben 'etary e .O.I liPg Repairs d fiess L Ibst 114 tages PARK on Iepast iha 1120 pab I, p.ald alee prese Park ber ver uip'fEl Iurgsss I, 2nd ;T RAY RES Gsr. Idfh 20 tIgg ~Wfsf )ike @fest I BGG germ November 10th, 1926. Boys'lub of United Church Last week Mr. Fred O'Hal- loran gave a most interesting address on "Fingerprints" to a keen audience. The demonstra- tions appealed strongly to all, as the lecturer is an ex-officer of the B. C. Provincial Police and a specialist in the fingee~rint sys- tem of identification, conse- quently everyone felt that they were getting the right "dope." At the conclusion of the lec- ture, Mr. Herrin, in a vote of appreciation to the speaker, apt- ly remarked that it was more than likely that there would have been no "unknown war- riors" in the late war had sol- diers been identified by this wonderful system. Dr. Knipfel kindly gave a much appreciated address on First Aid last Tuesday. This is the first of a series of most valu- able lectures on this subject. It should be remembered by older boys that the position of time- keeper cannot be obtained un- less one has a first aid ticket. Now is a good opportunity of acquiring some real knowledge which should be most valuable. Mr. W. C. Goudie, an ex- lieutenant of the Royal Flying Corps, gave some interesting and thrilling accounts of his ex- periences in aviation and has promised to extend his address next Tuesday. The senior boys made a fine showing at their drill and if they progress at the rate they have done they will be hard to beat. It would prove a difficult job, perhaps, for the juniors to equal them, but it is surely up to the younger squad to show that they can. Taxes May Be Reduced $40,000,000 Surplus Prospects are bright for fur- ther tax reduction in the coming r L year as the result largely of the '.& qcompulsory economy practiced during the last five or six months, when money for federal purposes was available only through governor general war- rants. Taxpayers may look for a re- duction in the sales tax from its present rate of 5 per cent to 21/2 per cent.; further downward adjustments in the income tax and removal of the stamp tax on cheques. The total estimated require- ments for the fiscal year ending March 81, 1927, are, in round figures, $860„000,000. During the past stormy ses- sion interim supply of 1-16 was passed four times, making 1-4 of the total estimates, or rough- ly $90,000,000. Forced Economy It is safe to say that the money expended since July 1, under warrants, will reach a total of $80,000,000, making a total expenditure of about $17,.- 000,000 up to the opening of parliament. If no capital expenditure were required, and if ordinary outlay during the remainder of the fis- cal year were at the same rate as during the past six months, the minister of finance would be embarrassed with sui~lus close r 'o $ 100„000,000. Surplus of $40,000,000 Certain capital outlay is im- perative, however, such as the money required to proceed with the construction work on the New Welland ship canal, for which $ 14,000,000 was asked in the main estimates for the cur- rent year. This and a number of press- ing items, chiefly public works in various provinces, will rapidly swell the money demanded, so that the actual sue~lus for this fiscal year is likely to be about $40,000,000. THE WEST VAN NEWS Norman Johnston, son of Mrs. Johnston, Fourteenth and Wa- terfront, has returned from Pasadena, Cal., where he has been for the past six months. Dr. Nash, who has been in medical practice in Lilloet for many years, has bought Mr. Rimmer's house, Fifteenth and Clyde, and will bring his wife and family to reside there on the 18th. Dr. Nash will practice in West Vancouver. I Mrs. Banks of North Van- couver has bought the Trimble property on the Waterfront at Sandy Cove and will take up resi- dence there. a a Mr. and Mrs. McCullogh and family are living in the Misses Harrop and Simpson cottage on Radcliffe Avenue at Marine Drive, West Bay. Colonel Savory is now happily recovered from his illness and is in regular attendance at his office. Major Arthur Sutton, D.S.O., with Mrs. Sutton and child have been visiting with Mrs. Sutton's mother, Mrs. Isabelle Munkley of Ambleside. Major Sutton is in charge of the Provincial Police at Powell River. Mrs. Lynn, Seventeenth and Marine Drive, is making a good recovery in the North Van- couver General Hospital. Mr. Aubineau of Vancouver has recently purchased three acres on Esquimalt and Tenth. Mr. J. E. Condon, Sixteenth and Inglewood, sent five French silver rabbits to the Winter Show in Hastings Park. Last year Mr. Condon was successful in winning a first and a second at the same show with his rab- bits. Mr. Troughton, of Troughton & Barrow, is confined to his home with an attack of lum- bago. Mr. Wallace of West Bay is opening a barber's shop in Dun- darave on Marine Drive, in the store'immediately east of Fergu- I son's Transfer. Mr. and Mrs. P. Trussell, Twentieth Street, have recently had an addition to their family. The new arrival, a fine baby boy, was born in North Vancouver Hospital on Wednesday, 1st December. There will be the usual Sun- day service maintained on the ferries on Christmas Day. On New Year's Eve there will be a special late boat leaving West Vancouver at midnight and Vancouver at 12.30. Wilson & Moore are having a foundation laid on the property just east of their present store, which latter will be moved on to the new foundation. They will then erect a new buikling on the old site of their store. Mr. Jack Normand, son of Mr. Normand, Fourteenth and Mar- ine, returned home from St. Paul's Hospital Saturday night and is improving rapidly. a ~ Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Laron aml family, Fifteenth and Esquimalt, have moved to the corner of Georgia and Denman Streets, Vancouver. a a Mr. Walter Cliff, Seventeenth and Haywood, has returned from Nimpkish an&I will spend Christmas and New Year's here, after which he and Mrs. Clifl'x- pect to leave here to reside in Nimpkish, Mr. and Mrs. Hiam, Twenty- seventh and Lawson, have moved to the city for the win- ter. a A Calgary lady has purchased six lots on Nelson Street this week and will build a $5,000 home there. Ernest and George, the twin sons of Mr. F. Tite, on Monday evening entertained the twin sons of Mr. A. Kerslake of Dun- darave. The evening was spent in music and games, and at the end the two guests were each presented with a photo of their twin hosts by the latter as a memento of the event. Mrs. P. C. Chapman was hostess at a bridge whist drive at her home in Altamont on Thursday evening, 2nd Decem- ber. Mrs. Harris ivas the win- ner of the ladies'rize, while Mr. Richardson secured the gentlemen'. A slight earthquake shock was felt in West Vancouver at 5.50 a.m. on Saturday. The tremor made crockery rattle and jarred the beds of some residents sufficiently to wake them. No damage has been reported ex- cept the breaking of an electric wire from the wall plug to the heater in Mr. Overington's shop. Mrs. John Hart, Seventeenth and Esquimalt, has returned to her home from the hospital and is feeling very much better. The girls of the Pauline John- son School had a basketball practice in the Ambleside Hall on Friday afternoon. West Vancouver L. 0. L., No. 2990, will hold a whist drive and dance in the Dundarave Hall next Tuesday at 8 p.m. Mrs. Dr. Knipfel and family returned from Swift Cunent on Wednesday. Dr. and Mrs. Knipfel are living in the house on Esquimalt of Mr. Hart, next to the latter's residence. Mr. William Taylor, Esqui- malt and Thirteenth, has been home for two days with tonsil- itis. On Monday a little four-year- old boy climbed over the fence that goes across the Amblesid dock and from there rushed to the extreme end of the dock just as the ferry, with his father and mother on board, was pulling out. Mr. Byrnell saw him, and fearing he might fall into the water, rushed forivard and brought him back to safety in spite of his struggles. a The council has approved sup- plementary estimates for Boar.) of Works $ 10,000 and parks $160. The new street lights author- ized by the council some time ago are now all installed, and much satisfaction is being expressed at this convenience. Metal and Tile Chimneys Are A Fire Menace A number of houses, in the more thickly populated portions of the waterfront, have metal or tile chimneys which 'are said to constitute a fire menace. It is the intention of Assistant Fire Maimhal Yates to serve notice on the owners of these houses that this must be rectified within a reasonable time, he having the approval of the council in this action. PERSONA.IiS Xmas Cakes and Puddings Special orders made up ORDER NOW Don't leave it too close to Christmas We have a big selection uf Seasonable Chocolates and Candies CANADIAN WlNDOW BARERKS (R. L. Taylor, Agent) 51arine at Fourteenth (Next Drug Store) Vfa Are Now Carrying a Good Selection 'f SHEET MUSIC AR the Latest Song aad Dance Hits City Prices CHET SHIELDS'or Confectionery, Periodicals, Tobacco, ete. 14th Si., right at the Railway Crossing tIREENWOODII GROCERY WEST 16 SPECIALS FOR THE IVEEK Pure Red Plum Jam, 4-lb. tins ...................49c Pure Greengage Jam, 4-lb. tin ........................49c B. C. Pink Salmon, erz-lb. tins; 8 for.................25c Heinz Tomato Catsup, per bottle 29c Maple Ridge Green Peas, 2 tins for................=....25c K. B. Pure Strawberry Jam, 4-lb. tfn............63c Your Last Chance for JONATHAN APPLES Per Box, $1.35 Phone Your Orders DAILY DELIVERY NEILL'S GROCERY Marina Drive, (between 21 aad 22) TOBACCO, CONFECTioNERV PHONE WEST 690 West Van. RESTAURANT 1421 Marine Drive at 14th CLONGUINIE RABBITRY 15TH AND QUEENS Phone West 133R London Fashion Far, Cbiaebi:Ia Pelting Season About to Open NO STORAGE PELTS Fresh Tanned Pelts 34.00 each HALL TO RENT The iVew AMBLESIDE HALL Corner 14th aad Marine with a floor space of 2,000 square feet, is available for Receptions, Dances, Private or Public Parties, Etc. This is the most modern and up-to-date Hall in the District and is fully furnished for ouch occasions, having Piano, Crock- ery, etc. For terms apply-- MRS. C. HAY Telephone Went 21 Hollyburn Theatre Feiaan aaa Saeaeaan are imb 6 iieb "THE SON OF A SHEIK" (RUDOLPH VALENTINO) "The Seqaei to Tbe Sheik" HIS last aad In the op&mon of many bin best picture. Also Part 3 of "Bill Gnmm's Progress" Xmas Cards, Tags, Stickers, Holly Paper, Tis- sue and Crepe and Xmas Decorations at PEARCE'S DRYGOODS 14th St. aad Marine Drive Phone West 144 Troufehton & Barrow Bap a LOT lar a Home; a Home manas a LOT. Real Estate & Insurance HEBE SDICE lain Duadarave Phone West 33 PHONE 4SSL Ambleside Tea Rooms Ferry Wharf WEST VANCOUVER Camp aad Picnic Supplies, Tobaccos, eka. PI+NO TUNING aadREPAIRS biandolln, Banjo, Guitar, au styles accurately taught W. CUTHBERT Phone )Vent 409Y e some. entanJ useful as well aa as&&acth e this Christmas? Such as Some&hie&2 Elaein'caL We have a wide variety uf gifts in all our showrooms, ranging f&um very low prices to as high as you wish io pay. Lamps, both table and flour lamps, coffee pa&cola&urn in many designs, electric heaters in various nues, electric trains for the kiddies, erecmr sets at $1.50 anJ up. Why woe coma into oiir aeaeese showroom aad sea ehesa. Ranss OEIIESIS R&scrsERamosrCa J Hu RElD FULTON Sand, Gravel and General Teamwoik