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Resampled001B6E43 December 23, 1927 RESIDENT PIANO TUNER Teacher of MANDOLIN, BANio and GUITAR. lV. Cuthbert Phone West 409Y. House School FOR BOYS Day Boys and Boarders Taken Next Term Starts January 9th Headmaster, K. H. FOYSTER Correspondence Editor, )Vest Vancouver News, Sir--In view of the forthcom- ing elections and more particu- larly concerning the road and bridge bylaw which is being re- submitted to the electors at the same time, may I ask space in e your valuable paper in which to express an opinion on the matter. Though the votes cast when the bylaw was first submitted showed in favor of it, will any- one say the majority of the per- manent residents of this muni- cipality really wish the improve- ments embodied in the bylaiv (however desirable they may be?) to be effected at the pres- ent time or in the immediate fu- ture? Consider the much more ur- gent and needful work it is im- perative to have done if our mu- nicipality is to grow to the pro- portions we all wish, viz.: im- proved water seiwice, the open- ing up of the higher levels, side- walks, a modern sewerage sys- tem, and that absolute essential --adequate fire protection. I am informed on good au- thority that because of the in- sufficiency of the fire protection, that the fire insurance rates in West Vancouver are nearly if double the rates which obtain in the City of Vancouver. I"urther, I am firmly of the opinion that had there been proper fire-fighting appliances, such as the size of our munici- pality requires, the disastrous fire which occurred at our home on the morning of December 15 would not have exceeded $500 in damage, instead of between $5,000 and $6,000 as is actually the case. One must bear in mind the ob- vious fact that future residents contemplating building homes here, will hesitate and seriously consider the question of invest- ing, say, from five to six thou- sand dollars in a home if their investment cannot be properly protected. It is indeed a serious matter and well worth serious attention. 't would be, to say the least, interesting to know how many of the permanent residents of IVest Vancouver would receive direct and immediate benefit from the passing of the bylaw.~~ I imagine but a few, and it would be much more interesting to know to what pu&7Iose and ex- tent, even that few would be I benefitted. I would ask, sir, through the valuable medium of your paper, that every elector in this muni- cipality take into serious consid- eration the facts mentione&i herein, and that in their deliber- ations they put "first things first" and vote against the by- law. Yours truly, JOHN SPECK. TRAFFIC AND REVENUE GROOVING ON P. G. E. Interesting figures relatirg to the Pacific Great Eastern Railway were given to those at- tending the luncheon on Tues- day of the transportation bur- eau of the Board of Trade by Robert Wilson, assistant to the executive of the railway. Fifty per cent. of the total in- vestment in the road is made up of interest and discount on funded debt, loss on operations since 1913, and other charges not in the nature of construc- tion or equipment of the rail- way, he said. In submitting figures show- ing the increase in traffic and earnings since the government took over the railway, Mr. Wil- son pointed out that the earn- ings for the sixteen months end- ing June 30, 1919, were $247,- 662, as compared with $401,- 469 for the twelve months end- ing 1926. It was declared that as a re- sult of reduction in freight rates to farmers to induce production, there had been a marked in- crease in tonnage of shipments. For example, 1129 tons of hay were shipped in 1921, and in 1926, 2503 tons. In 1921, the tonnage of livestock handled was 2349, and in 1926 the total was 4852 tons. Of forest products, 28,754 tons were hauled in 1921, and in 1926, 32,683 tons. Reduction in the deficit in the operation of the railway last year, as compared with the pre- ceding year, was $40,000, Mr. Wilson said, and a further im- provement was expected this year. Due to curtaliment of ser- vice commensurate wtih the traffic, the North Shore branch showing had also improved this year, he said. The speaker dealt with the agricultural, mineral and timber resources of the territory tribu- tat~ to the raihvay, and expres- sed an optimistic view of the railway from a traffic stand- point. Efforts of the new board of directors to improve condi- tions under which the road was operated were described by Mr., wilson. W. B. A. WHIST DRIVE WELL ATTENDED Election of Officers Last Saturday night the Women's Benefit Association held a progressive whist drive in Ambleside Hall which was most successful from every point of view. Refreshments were served by the ladies of Review No. 24, and all round there were very evident signs that the func- tion was enjoyed by all present. Mrs. L. R. Scribner and Mrs. P. C. Chapman were each winners of a turkey for first prizes. The consolation prizes went to Mrs. K. L. McMillan and Mr. D. Mc- Donald, whilst hIrs. McDonald was awarded the hidden prize. The travelling prize went to Mrs. Grisedale. At the regular meeting held )Vednesday of last week there was an election of officers, when the following ladies were elected to office dating from 1st Janu- ary next: Past president, Mrs. Laura E. Edwards; president, Mrs. Henrietta Urquhart; vice- president, Mrs. D. McTavish; recording secretary and treasur- er, Mrs. Harry Thompson; fin- ancial secretary, Mrs. A. Stronge chaplain, Mrs. F. Rivers; ser- geant, hIrs. C. Hay; captain of guard, Mrs. Dennison; color bearer, No. 1, Mrs. J. Burkhart; press secretary, Mrs. S. E. Ro- mans. Other officers will be elec- ted next month. The IV. B. A. meets monthly in the Ambleside hall. FOR SAI.E NE&V ESSEX COACH nnd a SFDAN (never used). Latest model. Taken in trade and will sell either cav for 9100 below regular sale price. Address, P.O. Box 606, Hollyburn, B. C. THE tVEST VAN NEtVS J. hl. Barrie's "Peter Panco'n Screen Next Monday The secret of the origin of fair- ies is out. "Peter Pan" gives it away at last in Herbert Brenon's production of J. 5L Barrie's famous fantasy for Paramount, coming to the Hollyburn theatre next Monday. IVhen the first baby laughed for the first time, its laugh broke into a thousand pieces and they all went skipping about. That was the beginning of fair- ies," says Peter Pan. Children who believe in fair- ies are the ones who keep them alive, according to Peter. "Every time a child says 'I don't believe in fairies,'ne of them suddenly dies. Fairies are nearly all dead now because so many children refuse to believe in them any more." The adventures of the three Daring children, Wendy, John and Michael with Peter in the Never Never Land form the theme of Barrie's wonderful fan- tasy. For more than twenty years, "Peter Pan" has been a favorite with millions of theatre-goers. For the first time this wonder- ful story has been brought to the screen. Betty Bronson, chosen by Bar- rie, plays the tilte role; Ernest Torrence, Cyril Chadwick, Vir- ginia Brown Faire and Anna Wong are featured in the pic- ture. IVillis Goldbeck wrote the screen play from Barrie's stage production. Roy Pomeroy's art- tistic genius materially aided Herbert Brenon in the filming of many fairy-like effects. Jim Jefferies Starts Training For Channel Swim "Jim" Jefi'eries has seemingly decided to start training for the Christmas Day swim. The first practice was held yesterday (Wednesday) morning, in the creek running alongside his meat store. Evidently this first ex- perience dampened his ardour very considerably and it certain- ly dampened his clothes, which he had neglected, in the rush of things, to take off. Mr. Jeffer- ies says that "a skate" is going to be good enough for him in fu- ture. Let those bathe who will. It is said that all things have a beginning as well as an ending. The beginning of this episode lay in the fact that hIr. Jeiferies felt an overwhelming desire to start work, but the spring lock on his store door prevented him from gaining admission, so, be- ing more or less of an athlete, he decided that he would gain entry through the basement. Hence he started to clamber down the rocks with this object in view. Suddenly his foot slip- ped on the icy surface, and he was immersed in the creek. We have it on good authority that any records made by other "channel" swimmers were total- ly eclipsed in J. J.'s get-away. It is a good thing it was in the early morning--right after por- ridge--instead of at night, or we would have been thinking very much of Christmas cheer. Dr. F. Stainsby, 19th and Marine Drive, who recently suf- fered an infection in one of his hands, has now fully recovered. RIDLEY --CATES A pretty wedding was solem- nized on the evening of Novem- ber 30, when Ethel Uneata, youngest daughter of Captain H. E. Cates and hIrs. Cates, was united in marriage to iMr. Charles Ridley, second son of Mr. aml Mrs. Ridley 'of Caulfeild. Rev. A. H. Sovereign oil'iciated. The bride, who was given in marriage by her father, wore a gown of white silk georgette, her veil held in place by a wreath of orange blossoms and bril- liants. She carried a shower bouquet of pink rosebuds, carna- tions and lily of the valley. She was attended by hIiss Annie Rid- ley sister, of the groom, wearing a gown of peach georgette and a black picture hat. Her bou- quet was of carnations an&i lily of the valley. The groom was supported by hfr. Arthur Ridley. Mr. Bullen played the wedding march and during the signing of the register Mr. Stanley Stenes sang. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of Captain and Mrs. J. A. Cates, uncle and aunt of the bride, when the rooms were decorated with huge bowls of chrysanthemums and ferns. Mr and Mrs Ridley are now residing at the hfowat House, Cypress Park. SCHOOL HOLIDAYS The public and high schools close today, (Thursday), for the Christmas holidays, and will not re-open until Tuesday, January 3rd. The Capilano Timber Co., Ltd. extends to all its friends and Patrons of West Vancouver its Best wishes for A Very Merry Christmas The Capilano Timber Company LI ihIITED hIAIN OFFICE PHONE iNORTH 306 I'emberton and ira(crfront Residence I'hone: West 316