PRINCE CITIZEN vol. e, no. ei. With Which Is Amalgamated the Prince George Leader PRINCB GEORGE, RC., THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1028 FIVE CENTS. Work of Session is Reviewed by Local Member Everything Indicates That J. D. Me Arthur Means Business on Mill Proposals Minister of Lands Will Give Saw mill* Timber Out of Existing Pulp Arena � H. G. Perry, M.L.A., arrived home on Sunday evening from Victoria to spend the Christmas holidays with hia family. In speaking of the work or the session he said there were about one hundred bills put through the Legislature, many of which were of a technical nature and had no Bpecial general interest. While on the coast Mr. Perry had a number of Interviews with J. D McArthur, who has been making preparations for the past year to place a big sawmilling plant on the Hudson's Bay property. Mr. Perry says Mr. McArthur is very much In earnest about his sawmilling enterprise, and there is a very good prospect that tho big mill will shortly become the most important industry of the city. Mr. Perry says he is :iware there has been a great deal of skepticism on the part of the people of Prince George as to the real intentions of Mr. McArthur in the matter of erecting the promised mill, but to his mind the Bteps which have been taken indicate that the promoter means business.and that a start will bo made upon the erection of the mill as soon as all the formalities liave been completed. As to the title of the mlllslte on the Hudson's Bay property, Mr. Perry says the purchase has been absolutely completed, and is now held by the McArthur interests, and steps will shortly be taken to cancel so much of the subdivision plan as encroach <>s upon It. This matter and the se� curing of the necessary booming rights on the Fraser river adjacent to the miUslte constituted the chief business of Mr. McArthur at the coast. Mr. Perry says there is every indication that the government will treat Mr. McArthur generously, having regard of course to the general development of the district, and while he was on the coast he did everything he could to assist Mr. Me Arthur in getting his project under way. Like all promoters who are first on the ground Mr. McArthur was seeking to secure what would amount to exclusive rights in the holding of logs In the vicinity o' his operations and while this did _not commend Itself to the government there was every reason to be-liove tbat common ground would would soon be found, and the road opened for the commencement of building operations. In any event, as the Fraser river is a navigable stream, authority for the creation of ho'.dlng booms would hive to he soured from Ottawa, and as '.he Improvement and use of waterways for tho movement of logs is an old matter in the east, the usual safeguards n rerreit others to use "ho improvements created upon payment of a toll will doubtless be incorporated in any authority which may be Riven. Mr. Perry admitted tha�. he was disappointed that no progress had boon made during, the session in tin matter of renewed negotiations between the promoters of the pulp and paper mill and the government. When the minister of lands made the announcement that negotiations had been reopened he had hopes that J-omething definite would result, and 'hat an announcement might bo made as to when a start would be made upon the"hydro-eleef.ric at Isle T'ierre, which is to furnish power for �he plant. While he was not possessed of all the representations made by the promoters in the later negotiations he understood they were still holding out for further concessions which the minister of lands did not feel warranted in recommending, especially in view of the attack which had been made upon him of offering too much in the wnv of concessions. Mr. Perry Bays he Is satisfied thru ultimately the pulp and paper plant will be erected, Jf not by the present "romoters. then by others who arc Prenared to take more of n chance with the province and its development. On all sides it was admitted that the pulp proportion tributary (Continued on Page 4) HIGH SCHOOL EXAM. RESULTS FOR DECEMBER The following are the results of the December examinations for the third-year class at the hi^h school: William Smith,' 81; Dorothy Mohr, 80; Elsie Paschke, 77; Bnice Towers, 76.6; Nestor Izowsky, 76.2; Arthur Van Somers, 73; Qeorgina Nault, 70; John Davis, 70; Harold Taft, *69; Dixon Taylor, 68; Reeve Harper, 65; Edward Harper, 63; Henry Waldof, 58; Angus McMillan, 58; John Coates, 58; Georgina Mc-Innls, 56; Blanche Caua, "56; Fred Somerton, 66; Nellie Range, 55; Mae Aikins, 51; Kathleen Powers> 46; -Helen McMillan, 4 2; Francis Webb, 22. The first four of the boys are all members of the Scouta organization. In order of merit, tho examinations in the second-year class re-jsulted as follows: Molly Haydon Alfred Ford, Dick Corless end Dor& Prosser, tied; David Williams Eve lyn Fagan, Virginia Johnson, Luc Taylor, Jack Qulnn, Kenneth Camp bell and Myrtle Williams, tied Ethel Austin, Josie Izowsky, Kirn ball Nichols made an average of 7 on the examination, but took a dif ferent exam, in a number of sub ject8. In the first-year hifjh the order o merit was: Bessie Lamb, Jean Coatea and Helen Abbott. Thornton Says in Three Years Deficits End President of Canadian National Railways Gives Cheering News at Toronto. Operation will. Cost Canada Nothing After the Close of the Year 1920 MONDAY'S HOCKEY GAMER Vancouver, 3; Victoria, 1. Regina, 2; Edmonton, 2. Calgary. 3; Saskatoon, 2. J. M. McLean Opened Court Friday Morning P. E. Wilson Expresses Gratification of Citizens Over Magistrate's Appointment New Appointee Enters Upon Hia Duties With Best Wishes of Entire Community Stipendiary Magistrate J. M. McLean held his first court In the city hall on Friday morning, when he assessed a logger who hud become too boisterous on the city streets the UBual fine of $10 and the accompanying costs of $5. There was a good company assembled to greet the new magistrate .vhen the court was opened with due solemnity by Chief Carlow with the direction, "Order in court." The ocal legal fraternity was represented by P. E. Wilson. A. McB. Young and J. O. Wilson. Before the official business waa entered upon P. E. Wilson, speak-ng on behalf of the local bar. said le considered it fitting that the awyers of the city should place on record their appreciation of tho merits of the new appointee. He said he could speak with confidence not only for the membeiu of tae bar, but for the people of the entire city, hat a compliment had been paid in .he appointment of Mr. McLean. There would be found everywhere a eeling of confidence in the new ap->ointee's ability as a nan, and in ils integrity as a judge, which hould be of very great assistance to him in the discharge of his duties. Personally, Mr. Wilson said, he had been intimately associated with Mr. McLean in a profeosional wayt and he hnd found just what every-ody else in the community had iound, that he waa a man whose word was'as good as his bond, and le was confident that in the J'~ hargo of hia official duties would bring to hia command jame good judgment which he had iisplayed in hiB prlvute business. The new magistrate would start on his duties with the best wishes of 11. coupled with the hope that his affairs would prosper, and that he would have a chunce to get fat on he fees. Magistrate McLer.ii said he had >een taken by surprise, in that he nought he would be permitted to lip into the new office unnoticed, le said he appreciated the kindly references which had 1 een made to himself and he hoped the good opln-on in which he waa held was as widespread as the speaker would make it appear. For himself, he could only assure the people of the city that in the discharge of his duties he would do his best to merit a continuance of their confidence. dis-he the Toronto, Dec. 22.�Sir Henry Thornton made tho p'xjplo of Canada a nice Christmas present when he informed the annual convention of the Canadian Travellers' Association that within the next three years he hoped to be able to wipe out tho deficits upon operation of the Canadian National railway system. In speakiug of the betterment m.ide in the system's earning, Sir Henry told his audience that for the eleven months ending November 30th, the the net earnings of the system had been $16,602,603, as against $10,-830,4 8 7 for the corresponding period in 1922, or an Increaao of 188 per cent. For the remaining month in the year Sir Henry said the earnings of the system would reach an addi-tionl two million dollars, due to the extended favorable marketing conditions on the prairies. I reviewing the outlook for the year 19 24, Sir Henry said the earnings of the. system should reach $30,000(000, and by the close of th year 1926 he was confident an end would be reached in the deficits which have attended the operation of the government lines. 9 The optimism of Sir Henry with respect to the future of the Canad ian National lines was greeted with tremendous pplause. COMMISSION IS EXPECTED TO COMMENCE ENQUIRY EARLY IN JANUARY Victoria, Dec. 27.'�It is announc ed here that the royal commission o enquiry which will deal with th charges of corruption In the matte of campaign funds and in connection with the construction of the P. G. E will get under way early in January It is said tho commission will in elude ether a judge of the appeal or supreme court. BODY RECOVERED Vancouver, Dec. 27.�The body of Rev. W. Agabob, formerly pastpr of Cedar Cottage Presbyterian church was recovered from the Capilano river yesterday. The deceased was drowned while fishing on Monday. BIG LIQUOR TRADE Vancouver, Dec. 27.�The seven liquor stores in Vancouver took in $250,000 the day before Christmas. There was a big demand for Chinese and Japanese liquors. ONTARIO GOVERNMENT WILL ENDEAVOR TO FORCE TRIAL Toronto. Dec. 26.�Attorney-General Nlckle has served notice of the crown's appeal against the court order for a speedy non-jury trial of the Home Bank directors and offl-ers. SUCCEEDS BISHOP MACDONALI. Toronto, Dec. 26.-^-Rev. Thomas O'DonneU, prjtttdentf3ft the Catholic Church Extension Society of Canada and for many years in charge "of St Anne's church in this city, has been appointed Bishop of Victoria in successon of Bishop Macdonald. Dr. R. W. Alward for Mayor Trio property owners of Prince George have formed an association to study and discuss civic affairs, with the object in view of encour* , aging a more businesslike administration. They are vitally interested In the growth and prosperity of the city, which is only possible by following sound, economical methods; and they invite all tiiose who want to see Prince George grow and prosi>or to co-operate with the Association In obtaining it City Council and Mayor who will go into municipal questions and evolve a policy of efficiency- and economy. % The Association has obtained data and information from many citJi'H and this has been studied and discussed until they have con-<-Jtided that owing to the present financial condition of Prince George there In needed a strong hand to guide the city froni pos-tdblo financial disaster. Tho Provincial Government owns nearly a quarter of the lota, and nearly a quarter of the taxable lots in the city have been taken from tho owners for non-payment of taxcH and arc now owned by tlte city,.leaving the remaining lots to boar the whole burden of taxation. Tho Property Owners' Association does not believe in taxes on improvements, and hence, with fewer lots to obtain revenue from, a very serious financial condition faces the 'incoming conndl. The Property Owners' Association lias selected, almost unanimously, h man whom they are confident is endowed with ability nnd rigid' determination to grapple successfully with civic matters tho coming yenr, and a-sk all who wnnt Prince George to prosper to help in electing OR. I!. W. ALWARD as Mayor for 1034. Tho names of candidates for other civic offices will be announced nt n later date. PRINCE GEORGE PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATION. Prince Rupert Asks Ottawa to Close Port United State* Fish has an Advantage of Two Cents per Pound in U. S. Markets This is FoTCJIngj Vcssefc to Leave Canadian He-fist ry to Avoid Paying Duties Ottawa. Dec. 26�The federal government ha3 before it a request ior the closing of the port of Prince Rupert to fishing ve3scls of the Uuited Statoa registry. This rctlon is roquerfted by the people of Prince Rupert in answer to the action of the Uuited Stales government in placing a duty upon Canadian halibut entering United Suites port3 from Prince ltuport. As the cntch of the United State3 vessels can be landed at Prince Rupert aud ehippod in bond across Canada by the Canadian National it is not required to pay the duty, which has been fixed at two cent3 per pound. Tov get away from the big handicap of two cents per pound upon their fish, u number of vessels have left the Canadian r3si..try and nre now flying tho United States flag, and it iu feared if sov.e protective measures aro not taken most of the fishing vessels in Princo Rupert under Canadian registry will be forced to do the same. By the uao of the Canadian National railway the United States fish shipped from Princo Ruport reaches ts niarkot by the mor;t direct route, but if the United States vessels were shut out of Prince Hupert the Canadian caught fish would have at least wo days advantage in reaching the narket. which would in a mea.sure off-set the two cent duty In dealing with the requeot for the closing of the Rupert port, tho government will havd to consider the effect of auch action upon the earnings of tho Canadian National railway. At pre3e.n� there Is -virtually a solid fish express every other day, and the business is very profitable. In short it furnishes the only excuse for a daily train service between Princo Rupart and the eoHt as it is secured by tacking the necessary passenger and other coaches on to the fish express. Hanson Has Liberal Views on Beer Sales If Required Majority Is Secured Ho- tol.s May Secure Parlor and Dining Room Licences Municipalities Will Have No Voice in Granting of Any Form of licence If a majority of the people of British Columbia who vote on the beer plebiscite record themselves in favor of the sale of beer by tho glass, the government is prepared to see to it that they have ample opportunity for making their purchases. None of the details appear to have been worked out, and even the time for taking of the plebiscite hna yet to be fixed. When the matter was being discussed in the Legislature W. J. Bowser moved that the question be voted upon in connection with the approaching general elections, but this was opposed by Attorney-General Manson upon* two grounds. In the first place, he said there was no certainty as to when the general elections would be held, as it was possible for the government to remain in office until 1926, and the question was too important to be shelved until that time. 'He also opposed the taking of the vote n connection with the "general elections as it would make it possible or the liquor and the prohibition interests to pledge candidates upon he question, and he did not con-iider this advisable. From remarks dropped by the at-orney-general in the course of the debate, it may be taken for granted hat in the event of the required majority being recorded in favor of he sale of beer, all licences author-zing the r.alp will be granted by the govornment through the liquor oard. The right of the municipality o licence such places will be abrogated. The attorney-general will not tolerate any beer cabarets; beer wi|l not be permitted in dancing places; and there Trill be no- licences granted to restaurants. With respect to hotels, the attorney-general prepared the way for a double licences. The one licence would be for a beer parlorf in which tables and chairs would be provided for patrons, and the other would be a dining room licence in which beer could be served with meals. In defending the views which he ^expressed, the attorney-general admitted that there probably was more hard liquor consumed by the people under the existing regulations than was good for them, and that this excessive drinking might be lessened if freer facilities were given for the drinking of beer. While the government will continue to bcII hard liquor in the vendors' stores, and probably permit the sale of beer in licenced parlors, bona-fide clubs and hotel dining rooms, it will have a fine of $25 for trhe firse offence for drunkenness. It may be expected that the prohibitionists and the beer interests of the province will put up quite a fight when the plebiscite is taken. RIfi STORM CAUSES LOSS OP LIFE AJND PROPERTY DAMAGE FOUR CHRISTMAS VISITORS St. John. N.B., Dec. 26.�Santa C'laus called at the home of William Mcllaney on Tuesday and left four babies, three girls and one boy. All the new arrivals are healthy and strong. EX-CHIEF DEAD Vancouver, Dec. 26.�R. G. Chamberlain, who was chief of police here from 1907 to 1912, died in Montreal of pneumonia, following a surgical operation. He was 60 years old and at the time of his death was head of the C.P.R. investigating department. Seattle, Dec. 26.�Six lives were taken and damage estimated at $200,000 was occasioned by a gale, declared by the weather bureau to have been the worst experienced in twenty-five yearB, which swept Puget Sound lato Monday night and early Tuesday morning. Four persons were drowned when the tug "Tyee"foundered in the storm in Pedder Bay. near Vietoria, (ins Quarnstom was killed by being struck by an electric wire at Aberdeen, and Mitchell Grasnoff, a 13-year-old lad, of this city_ was electrocuted when he attempted to pick up a fallen'electric wire. The steamer "Dawn" sunk at her dock in Lake Washington, and two other small steamers foundered, but there was no loss of life. Six ships are burled in the mud at Hoquiom but suffered no damage to their hulls. CHIEF ANDERSON INJURED Vancouver. Dec. 26.�William Anderson, chief of police, was badly njured last night when an auto in which he w&s riding crashed into & street car% due to a defect In the steering gear.