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â€" .4 _ 6 A |_ EC /y YOLUME XXVIIâ€"No. 46 25¢ Fowler‘s Tooth Paste ..............2 for 26¢ 25¢ Boxes Linen Envelopes and Paper .. 2 for 26¢ 50c Chocolates, 2 for 5le. Coffee, 2 for 51c, etc. FOR EX AMPLEâ€"You all know the famous Rexâ€" j al Cherry Bark Cough Syrup. Price 25¢. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Feb. 22, Feb. 23, Feb. 24, we give you.......... 2 FOR 26c 25¢ Cureâ€"aâ€"Cold Tablets .............. .2 for 26¢ Inch‘s Cutâ€"Rate Drug Store SEE BIG DODGERS FOR COMPLETE LIST Prices Never Offered in Weston _ and Never Better Prices, | Quality Considered, . Offered in the â€" § World So also give 25¢ MECCA SALVE, 2 for ... .. ..26¢ 10c Linen Envelopes ................. _2 for lle 10c Bachelor Cigars ..... ... THE WESTON COAL & LUMBER COMPANY H. H. RUDOLPH, Mgr., Weston. On account of the great shortage of coal and transportation facilities we ask our customers to assist us to keep everybody supplied. We can only supply coal in lots of 500 lbs. Several cars are on order and on the road. We will serve all with evâ€" ery possible care. ‘ An Announcement By all means, see our models demonstrated and give us your order earlyâ€" If your plans for 1917 include an automobile for your home or for your business, the Ford Touring Car at $495 is the best investment you can make. It gives you everything you can ask of a motor car in the way of service; it is yours for less than five hundred dollars and it exacts but little from you for running: expenses after you buy it. THE 1917 FORD TOURING CAR $495.00 f. 0. b. Ford, Ont. ‘‘Made in Canada‘‘ L222 2 for lle |Sie be Cimes & Guthe. The thrift campaign seems to have taken hold of Toronto and Montreal, as they advocate the growing of vegetables in vacant lots. No doubt the thought has not struck us that in Weston we ha ve hundreds of acres of vacant land that ought tobe under cultivation which is not. One large tract of land called Pelmo Park, with its hundreds of acres is going to waste under pasture and weeds, which a short time ago was rich farm land. Could not that land be cultivated as it has been in the past? If not, it is a shocking waste. Just figure itout at five hundred acres or more of wheat, say, for instance, capable of growing 20 bushels to the acre, meaning ten thousand bushels of wheat at two dolâ€" lars per bushel, present prices, come to twenty thousand dollars. And many other lands round about â€"is it any wonder that living is so high? Without the farm we would starve to death in six months. Again, suppose the government takes over this land for returned soldiers and cuts it up into 10 acre lots for market gardening. That would mean one hundred more families for Weston, as well as being a great benefit. Cultivate the waste land. If the fishermen can bring us food out of the sea, I am sure it is easier to bring food from the land. As our Horticultural Society gives a prize for the best kept lawn, let it be changed this year to the best vegetable garden, and let the prize for the lawn go this year. We still can have our flowers and lawns, but let the prize go to the vegetables, which is a pleasâ€" ure to grow, as well as a profitable investiment. ____ If other members of the Board of Trade are of the same opinion, may I suggest through the meâ€" dium of your enterprising newspaper that they communicate with the President, Mr. George W. Verâ€" rall, and urge the immediate calling of a reâ€"organization meeting of the Board. This body did excellent work some years ago in advertising "Toronto‘s Finest Suburb" and in assisting the Town Council to get in touch with those seeking factory sites or homes. I believe that the earnest endeavor of the revived Board of Trade, working hand in hand with our progressive council, will result in the securing of additional factories, new residents and an adequate supply of the right kind of dwellings; as well as the businesslike solution of many other pressing municipal problems. . The Weston Times & Guide, j 5 § Weston, Ontario. In answer to your request for suggestions as to ways and means of developing "A Greater Wesâ€" ton," permit me to say that in my opinion the time is opportune for a revival of our "Weston Board of Trade." ‘ a SEE SPECIAL ARTICLE NEXT WEEK ON "SOME THINGS OUR COUNCIL SHOULD ATTEND TO." ~â€" Politics and party factions are to be ignored in this new organization. The town must go ahead. The men must become a unit. Can you get a better medium than the Board of Trade? No, you can not. Therefore let every man of Weston be at the town hall at 8 o‘clock Monday night prepared to elect officers. The officers of the Board of Trade have called a meeting for Monday night. The purpose is to organize the board completely. For some little time back the town have lacked the aggressive spirit necessary to carry it to the front. The opportunities have been here, but each have gone on to some other field. The need of some strong power to organize and control these items has been felt. Toâ€" day we are ripe for such an organization. The people need leadership. It can be given through the Board of Trade. Some object to the Board of Trade and would start a new organization. Why this objection? The old Board, it is true, has been dormant for some time. It, however, did good work at one time. It is affiliated with the other Boards of Trade in Canada. It is a known organization. All literature addressed from its offices carries weight. In short, it is the greatest means of developing town enterprises. The name is not important. The organization is not important. The main and allâ€" important point is the members and officers of the organization. Therefore there is no excuse for you not to be present at the meeting on Monday night because it is the Board of Trade. You should be on hand to reorganize and so officer the Board that success will be assured. Have you ever considered that the great stronghold of the big department stores is their adverâ€" tisements and catalogues. The mail order businessof these big stores has developed into a big departâ€" ment. By means of advertisements and catalogues the people are brought into close touch or contact with the goods of each store. These stores advertise their goods extensively with but one object in view, namely, to bring the buyers there. How can_the small merchant control his trade and secure the business in his centre. He must outdo the other fellow. The greatest asset of the other fellow must be analyzed and carried to greater development. The reason these big firms spend money on advertisements and catalogues is because they secure business. The moment a local man starts at the same game he will surpass the outside man.Why? Because he has the local touch. He is one of the boys. He helps to pay the taxes. He helps to keep up the town. The one way to increase your business and stop the outside man is to beat him at his own game. Let the people know what you have. Give them a description each week of what you carry on your shelves. Display your artiâ€" cles in well dressed and attractive windows. Use the paper and circular letters and cards as cataâ€" logues to be placed in local people‘s homes. Then you will see the wagons from outside diminish. Then you will notice the growth of our town and district. Men of York, be up and doing in this matter. § The Weston coal situation is getting much worse. At the present time, on account of the lack of motive power and help on the G.T.R., the coal company refuses to bill cars through. The only cars billed through aré those brought over by their ow n engine to Mimico. Again, the supply is not equal to the demand made this year. In America the coal consumed has been greater than that consumed for years. This has been on account of the severe weather. Snow has also congested the railways in the States to such an extent that some yards are completely blocked. Cars are covered over with the snow. Thus another handicap. Weston must use discretion in their ordering of coal. Place your orders early and be willing to take whatever you can get. Just remember that everybody in town is doing just as you are. Don‘t call up the coal merchant and give him a lecture on what he should do. Don‘t figure that you are the only one wanting coal. Just remember and give him plenty of time. Don‘t order coal if you have enough in your bins. Think of those who are out. These little points of thoughtfulness will help to lesson the seriousness of the situation. Try and do your little part to assist. : 4 . Municipal ownership of electricity under the Hydro Electric Commission has been a great sucâ€" cess. It has been the means of giving,.Central Ontario power at a very low price. Its development has been very rapid. Toâ€"day as a result of the Commuission‘s work we are receiving our power at a lower rate than formerly. Each year the rate is decreased as the load increases in the district. Therefore it is to the benefit of every consumer to see that every kilowat possible is taken from the Municipally owned line. With that object in view we must see that no competitive lines are given any rights to enter the district for the purpose of selling power. | Private corporations operating public utilities has been a hindrance in the development of such utilities for the benefit of the public. The past experiâ€" ence has shown us that we must guard against giving rights for public utilities away. The council of Etobicoke, Mimico and New Toronto are to be complimented for their prompt and thorough action during the past. week. The Toronto Niagara Power |\Company have filed plans asking for the right to build a high tension line of 25,000 volts from their fine at Islington to Stop 15, Lake Shore Road. In Mimico it is filed to run down streets that already have three lines of poles upon them. One of these streets is only forty feet wide. What can be done with another line on them? Rights are also asked to extend branch lines where necessary. It is an excéllent opportunity for a private corporation to get its trunk lines right through a great industrial centre. Every one who has sized up the situation realâ€" izes that these three municipalities will be the home of Ontario‘s great industrial life. Should the Toâ€" ronto Niagara Power Company get away with the rights asked for the people of the district would have to pay higher rates for this reason. If the whole power consumed is taken from the Hydro Elecâ€" tric Commission the power will be sold cheaper to the consumer. If two companies divide the load the power will cost more. Therefore every ratepayer and consumer should do all he can to support the municipally owned power. No stone should be léeft unturned to defeat the present attempt of the Toronto Niagara Power Company to secure the use gf the public highways and the right to sell power in Etobicoke, New Toronto or Mimico. The council representatives who are in Ottawa toâ€"day will present the case to the Minister of Railways and Canals. and explain why they oppose this line. They should receive the endorsation of every person in the district. Municipal ownership is no experiment, but a reality and a very great benefit to the people. \Do not be hoodwinked. If we would develop this great centre of industry we must have power. Power developed by the Hydro Company means that the consumers receive the dividends. Let us all become one of the dividend receivers and do not let it go to the private corporations. ; Live Local Literature WEST YORK‘S NEWSY WEEKLY DON‘T FORGET THERE ARE OTHERS REVIVE BOARD OF TRADE WESTON, ONTARIO, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1917 Thanking you, I remain, THE THRIFT CAMPAIGN MUNICIPAL OWNERSHIP NOW COME OUT TRY IT. Yours truly, Yours sincerely, Weston, February 19th, 1917. ROBERT WRIGHT G. W. GRAY. Just ring 55 and we will look after your order. We‘ll give you prompt delivery, absolute satisfacâ€" tion, and a guarantee with all our goods. Place a trial order toâ€"day. â€" Telephone 55. SWEET POTATOES, per lb. ..........:...:. 7€ sPANISH ONIONS, per lb. .................10¢ FOR MARMALADE Order your Oranges, Qrape Fruit and Lemons from us. FRUITS The very choicest to be had are carried. Pears, Apples, Figs, Oranges, Grape Fruit, Lemons â€" at the lowest prices. ‘ Don‘t overlook our Confectionery Departâ€" ment when placing an order. flavors. Our selection of dainty Biscuits and Maceaâ€" roons are just what you require for the tea table or reception or social evening. Our stock is well assorted and fresh. Prices from 18c to 40¢ per lh. Special mixture of Fancy Biscuits at 22¢ Ib. ___ Iee Cream Bricks always on hand in all The Cruickshank Wagon Works Will give you an estimate free of charge on any repairing and upâ€" holstering on all kinds of furniture. A good assortment of the latest French and Italian tapestries now on hand at lowest prices possible, guaranteed to be fast colors and best quality. Prices from $1.50 to $5.00 a yard. f f THE PLACE TO BUY ALL YOUR CHOICE DAINTIES FOR TEAS, SOCIAL EVENTS AND PARTIES The coal shortage has grown acute, owing to the continâ€" ued cold weather, which uses more coal and hinders the operaâ€" tion of the trains. The outlook is very unsatisfactory and there will likely be no relief until the weather moderates. Phones: Weston 74 and Junction 237 Weston Branch Yard J. C. IRVIN, Mig If you are, then you must have LUMBER and BUILDâ€" ING MATERIALS. We deal in those things and can supply you with good materials to complete a house from cellar to roof. All we want is a chance to serve you. Try us. s Gibson, McCormack, Irvin Co,, A good time to get your buggy, wagon or auto painted. We have exceptional facilities enabling us toâ€"do good work at reasonable rates. Imperial Leatherette, good quality and colors Buttonwood Avenue and Weston Road Telephone 55 PHONE 264 â€" JOHN STREET, WESTON, ONT Four Doors North of Bank of B. N. A., Would be pleased to give estimates. PHONES: Shop 41r3, House 41rl The Cash Grocery R. W. GODFREY THE COAL SITUATION Main Street, Weston OUR SERVICE . COOK‘S :. COOR S $1.00 Per Year in Advance Limited , ‘fii’gg\fi Com