PRINCE RUPERT The Daily News” ‘Northern and Central British Columbia’s Newspaper TA XI Phone 75 and 35 We Never Sleep PRINGE RUPERT AUTOg 707 Second Avenue M. H. LARGE PRINCE RUPERT, B. C., THURSDAY, MARC H 18, 1920. PRICE FIVE CENTS Em- e Now 374 Hands in all Throughout the Works. E RACKETS AR NEARLY COMPLETED eral Manager Optimistic to the Future of the Plant. at p esent 374 peo- yved at the shipyé ards and and K. P. in this city, New York, th resenting the ig that if Ul hey ommodation e new man ac ils Salk pul nce. He says that other method they heir prese n nt to ine lude 5) men. fail- another at was connected with shipys ard and was one of U. 8. Sbhip- agers of the rd and Emergency act jon, and 1s ate of the | Electric Co. at Schenec- work is | The) and the’ bilge brackets ig and should be com April 1 Chen framing e, The material for olding has ready been who was Rust came, manager ndent. ave being made ards. A telephone ex- stem to connect up the partments of the yard I is the latest cost for the yards. busy net says that h well af the rao nara on The e before Mr. ral superinte d estimates ol being secured inager is very opti- mn regard to the future sfor the yard. He says , Erb is negotiating for mdard Oil | ers of the fod type of 12,000 tons d also for three ships of £10,000 ar {2.000 tons ely f N egian and i tie proposal ways run made nount of rn point. INMATES NED $50 EACH | more ring the s mer to Found Guilty—Stealing Dismissed and One Man | ‘ays $25 for Spree. Uninese t from last } were } in the pol court this When soy : n 16 ore were ( LH. Lee Quong and Lem Mi pleaded guilty of being : Of an opium joint and éd &5 i they paid. iking pictures Of the guilty par- riday Y which Bailey is t records tWo char chars against Lum and | i possession of ™ Ding the kes per of an were Tre March 25. He ig f Deing sMoking der Until Dail, €e Dohher ; mn eee ‘he youth who “eka With the thert of and Lowels t the . . ym ‘Upert, was dis. | y Lathrop NK and disorc paid $25 for be- | lerly, Tonight On ly THOLME — THEATRE ALE HAMILTON His Brother’ s Place’ SCHRist ip COMED CHEsy ’ Paic SSTER OUT ING 3be and 15 krb inter-! could only | for | on another ! will} nt ¢ ommissary | | brook,” plum cases re-| | 'Me,” and The ‘the opening song “God Save All ar ——— — roe celestial government Page machines to supplement the railway service ou the Mongolian fron See The above view shows the first o_ichine being tested in Peking after SHAMROCK CLUB CONCERT GREAT Vocal, Pei ceas. and Dramatic’ Talent Displayed Was Sur- prising and Skilled. first untnas! grand dra- and musical entertainment under the auspices of the Sham rock Dramatic Club given last night in the Westholme Theatre drew & crowd that filled the house to the The matic cellent evening's pleasure for every one present. One pleasing feature of the concert was that the most of the performers were new to the audience and many olf them proved pleasant surprises in the talent displayed. The suc- cess achieved was proof of a lot of painstaking training and prac- tice and those instrumental in staging the affair are to be con- gratulated on the result attained. From the beginning chorus to the final drop of the curtain every: thing went without a hitch. The program was in honor of St. Patrick and the patron saint of the Emerald Isle was honored indeed. The opening number was a selection of Irish aérs by the Westholme Theatre Orchestra and it was executed to perfection by them. Characteristic of Irish melody the tunes ran from Lhose of the sentimental and rythinic ballads to the vivacious airs of the country dances and each was igiven its proper interpretation by the orchestra. The entre acte music was also enjoyable features of the affair. Among the airs ap- propriately played were “Wearing of the Green,” “Echoes from the Green Isle,” ‘“‘“Gome Back to Erin” “Erin's Isle,” ““Humors of Donny- and others. Chorai Recital. The finst part of the concert program took the form of a choral recital. The members of the chorus were Misses Grace Curtin, Blanche Curtin, Patricia Meagher, Pulmira Astori, H. Morency, Mrs. J. 8. Roberts, Messrs. Harry As- tori, J. 8S. Roberts, F. W. Moersch, llarry Fletcher and Gillis Cou- ture. Mr, Roberts, who is new to Prince Rupert audiences, took the most important solo role and iis clear; voice was pleasing indeed to the audience. In all his songs he was joined by the company in the choruses. “Ireland is Ireland to she Princess of My Heart” were both much enjoyed. Other soloists in this part were Harry Astoria, Gillis Couture, iH. Fletcher and Misses Blanche Patricia Meagher. sang verses of and former }Curtin two Herp.” Harry Fletcher, pleasing as ever, sang “An Trish Love Song,” and ‘Mother Machree-” The latter brought much applause and he was forced back in an encore, Quartette, consisting of Fletcher, Harry Astoria, G, Cou- ture and J. 8. Roberts, \“Dear Litthe Shamrock’’ with a beautiful blending of the voices. Lady Sololsts. Emmett Adams’ solo, | doors and provided an ex-| The Shamrock Glee Club, Harry sang “The Bells of St. Mary's" sang by Miss | is becoming aware of the importauce | Patric ia Meagher in her har: detianee jclear soprano, Was one of the jmost delightful parts of the pro- gram. She was applauded loudly jand was presented with a bouquet. The assistance of the members ie the melodious chorus put much | spir it into the song and its melody | | jleft its impression on the audi-! lence. Miss Blanche. Curtin sing- ling ‘*The Kerry Dances’’ displayed | ! a good deal of ‘skill and was well | being presented; reeeived, also with bouquets. W. J. Pitman! played the accompaniments in his! well Known and popular style. | Second Section. The second section Pe the pro-j; gisim was opened by J. 8, Roberts} with two solos, “Mac ushle,” and | “Father O'Flynn,’ with Mr- Pit man accompanying on the stage. Will Edmunds gave a cello solo, “My Wild Irish Rose,” and.in re- sponse to vociferous applause | played “Believe Me if All Teer Endearing Young Charms.” Right of the younger girls* 0! the Annunciation School appear- ed in Irish and Welsh dances. These were among the most en-' joyable numbers on the program. They were very pretty and were executed with harmony and un'- son that told of careful and pains: taking training. The little girls taking part were Misses Martin, Riel, Bowness, Burritt, Reilly, MéLaren, Bostrum and Palmer. The costuming of the girls was a feature that was remarked in favorable terms. The Farce. farce comedy “That Rascal Pat,’ proved most enjoyable a: Fred Ritchie, Jr., taking the part of Chas. Livingstone, a proud but penniless young Englishman, showed a good deal of talent and stage Pat McNoggerty, a typical Irish valet, was played by F. W- Moerse h and he took his diflicult part exceliciuuy. Miss H. Morency acting the flippant maid, in love with Pat, excelled herse if. Major Puffjacket was played by J. 8. Roberts, and Laura, the Ma- jor’s niece, was excellently por- trayed by Miss Grace Curtin. tue farce shows the escapades of the Irish servant on accepting a place with Major Putfjacket af ter months of | unre warded service on The prese nce, J. 8. ROBERTS of the office staff of Kelly- Douglas | & Co, Ltd., and fonmerly of Van- couver, who was the soloist at the concert in the West- holme Theatre last night. proving a great accession to the musical life of the city. jourtin, vt aircraft tor commercia: purposes, aud lias receptly ordered sis Haudie (DECISION RESERVED Application by Mullen to Examine Mr. Justice Orde Regarding Bank of Montreal. {Special by Government wire.) VANCOUVER, March 18.— The Judicial decision was reserved in the application by the Mullen interests for a commission to examine Mir. Justice Orde, now of Toronto but formerly of the legal firm of solicitors to the Bank of Mentreal in regard interviews with Deputy ter of Marine Johnstone over the shipbuilding con- tracts for Prince —e } HOUSE SHORTAGE : IN VANCOUVER i Almost Impossible to Rent Either Residence or Fiat in The Oy: VANCOUVE R. ‘Mare h 18—It is| ilmost impossible to rent either 1 House or a flat in Vancouver to- day. ‘The demand is steady and not only rents but the price of homses has gone up. i Two years ago there was no, sate for houses: in South Vancou- | yer or any of the suburbs a short distance from town. Today resi- dences are changing hands every lis every reason to believe jthis will be a record year both for tourist [British Columbia. steamships, las it was thought more important ‘DISAGREE WITH THE jon MANY BOOKINGS FOR TOURISTS TO NORTH |Attempt Made to 6 to Corral All Ac- commodation to Alaska by American Ships. Mare h 18.—There that SEATTLE, and general Alaska and northem One booking ney offered to take the whole a sediasisnidbehacet on one line of but this was refused passenger travel to to cater to the local needs first. at is a greater advantage to the isteamship companies to carry ‘people who are developing the ‘country than- tourists. ' Bere segs is looking to the eth. Stewart and Hyder are very much in the public eye, not ‘only in mining but in transporta- tion circles and among business men generaHy-. It is recognized that the development of these mining districts will have a big effect on the trade of the northern | {eountry this year. jargument that the man was sim- iply a first class stupid witness. 'He had not POLICE COMMISSION Great War Veterans’ Association Will Refer “Stool-Pigeon” Case to Attorney- General. meeting of the Association Great last At the War Veterans’ ‘evening the letter in reply to one the “stool-pigeon’’ question from the Police Commission was day and the prices are stiffening./read. It was considered unsatis- ferms are not as easy as they factory and the association does were and the sums asked are not believe that the man in ques- much greater than they have been'tion was in possession of all his sinee the land boom before thei faculties. They also take issue war. {with the commission on the state- i lynent that a “stool-pigeon” is on ‘SPEAKS HIGHLY OF |! BAPTIST MINISTER William slarchant: customs in- \spector, arrived in the city on the last train from the east and will} remain here for some days look- | ing into local conditions: He came} by way of Calgary where he was | delegate at a Baptist convention. | Mr. Marchant speaks highly of | Rev. James Dunlop, who is com- | ing here, | —- -—— | Delayed in leaving Edmonton | on account of the prairie storms, tonight's passenger train is not Addresses the same footing as aprivate de- | ective. The matter is to be re- ip ee to the attorney- goneral by association. ‘the demeanor ‘accused at the first trial. WITNESS SAID TO BE STUPID Patmore Argues that Keir is not Bright and did not Intend to isload- William Keir, charged with jperjury in connection with a re- cent disorderly house case in the polfce court, was up for prelimin- hary hearing this morning. It is lallege d that his evidence in the i first case was not according to ‘fact and he freely admitted that he had made a statement in the | trial that was not true. The de- jfence put in by L. W. Patmore, ‘defending, was that the accused ‘was stupid and that he did not ,understand the questions asked by Prosecutor Williams. False Evidence. Stipendiary Magistrate McMul- lin conducted the trial and Magis- trate McMordie was called to the box as a witness. He told as to and evidence of the Chief of Police Vickers gave evidence, {telling of a phone call he had had from the accused at the resi- dence of Louise Adams in the evening as contradicting his evi- | i | ;dence at the first trial when he ‘said he had not been there after the Sunday morning in question- Louise Adams testified as to the ‘accused being at her house on the Sunday evening. The accused took the box and he admitted that he had been at Louise Adams’ house on the Sun- day evening. He had been mixed up at the first trial and mis- understood Mr. Williams’ ques- tion. He stated that he had not discused the evidence with any- body since the trial, later amend- ing this-and’saying that he had talked it over with Mr. Patmore. He said that he was not very bright sometimes, and that he had had a poor education in Scotland. He had been second engineer on the Point Ellice and that he was latterly blacksmith’s helper at the Cold Storage. Stupid or Not? Patmore advanced Mr. the intended to deceive. No one could suggest that his stupidity was designed. The charge of perjury must show in- tent to mislead and it would be foolishness to commit the man on such evidence. Mr. Williams contended that the man was not as big a fool as he would have the court believe. Of course this was his only defence: To be second engineer on a boat like the Point Ellice he cannot be altogether a fool. If he was a fool he should be in the asylum. There should be a check on this misleading evidence. Adjournment was made ‘until 10 o'clock tomorrow morming when Magistrate McMullin will give his decision. AUDITOR (OR HUNT FINE CONCERT AT 1S EXAMINED BAPTIST CHURCH Vocal and Instrumental Music and | Literary Selections Entertain Audience. A very enjoyable entertainment was given lasi night at the Bap-| List Church, music and recitations passing the time most pleasantly. were given by the expected in before 4 o'clock to- pastor, Rev. Mr. Vansickle, and morrow afternoon. who is in love with the niece but | in disfavor of the uncle on ac- count of his poverty. Finally Pat brings about the inevitable meet {Mrs. ing of the two masters and after some words betwéen them {make peace and the two romances ‘the soloi8ts were A. W. th ey IK rey, Du. Grant and at the close | ; = yrefr eshments were served by th with the poor English gentleman ; ladies. The excellence of the program may be judged by the fact that Ciark, L. P. Wright and Miss Pim, yall of whose efforts were well re- seived: Interesting ‘were given by Miss Vierick and lcome to a happy consummation. | Miss Warrior and a monologue Those who had witnessed the) lfarce elsewhere commented fav-| leading! orably on the way it was handled |yiolin, Mrs, The two|J, Peyton, each of whom played|G ¢, Watker, Phone Blue 389, tf He is|ladies were presented with bou~ivery well. by the local performers, 'quets before the final drop of the iby Mrs, Clark was something new. The instrumentalists were— R. B, Linzey; cornet, Phone a1. 8. C. Undertakers. recitations | | ————-— Court Registrar Burritt has been Making Discovery Examina- tion for Drydock: Trial. Fred Richard Hunt, locai audi- tor for the Prince Rupert Dry Dock & Engineering Co., has been undergoing examination for eyir dence which will be produced at the trial between the Erb and Mullen interests at Vancouver on April 7. On Friday and Satur- day examination was made by {Count Registrar Burritt at the dry dock offices and it is being concluded this afternoon. L. \ Patmore appears for the plain- tiffs, Newman Erb et al, and W. E. Williams for the local com- pany under Mullen. Mrs. E, A. ‘Howatt was an ar- rival at the Hotel Prince Rupert from Port Clements this morning. Pianos correctly tuned. 86.00, Ledysmith Coal, The best. Prince Rupert Coal Company, Phone 15,