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= SE Sa Ra v me erp Mountainous Volume of Mail Being Handled Montreal, Dec. 12-Christmas eo tontregh fact it's almost around the corner, at least for. who are fortunate gh to be able to send presents to friends' in other cf the British Empire and joreign countries. If you do not believe it, ask the staff of 'the Bri- tish and foreign branch of the Post Office Department, located in the Stephens Building of St. Antoine street. & When it is realized that 90 per cent of the mail from all over Can- ada destined for other parts of the British Empire and all foreign coun- tries except Japan and China is re- ceived and despatched from Mon- al, it will be seen what a formid- able task faces J. P. Rohland, prin- cipal clerk, and his busy staff, when the Christmas rush is on. This sea- son begins on or about November 15, and begins to die down about a month later, % Local Rush Starts 3] the local Christmas rush is nning, so 'from the middle of November until virtually the day before Christmas the staff is work- wed to capacity. Extra workers are, _,of course, employed during this period. "+. Workers in the British and for- .. eign branch, whether permanent or : "temporary," become well-versed in : § Beosraphy while attending 10 their "tasks during the Christmas rush. Since the only countries to which _they do not dispatch mail are Aus- tralia, Japan and China, which are dealt with from Vancouver, they soon become familiar with names and places forgotten when they left school. en . Trains coming from all directions speed the mail ta: Montreal, the majority of them Jrtiving in the morning. - The sacks are d on to trucks and rushed to 'the' British and foreign branch for quick sort- ing and dispatch, : ; ohn Boychuk, a Xithuyaniah set- 'ler living at tick, berta, wishes to send a arta, of a pair of Canadian" his younger sister in the Ol try. Having first secured the moc- casins, he wraps them up in gaudy paper, encloses this pac in sturdy brown paper, 'addresses it carefully and journeys to. the. post office, This necessitates, perhaps; a. 15-mile drive. il 3, se, The Lobstick postoffice. dumps the iy is | parcel in a mail sack ip $ to' which are parcels destined for all parts of the earth; and Joads it on board a traig for Edmonton. From there, it has gone through various stages of trans-shipment, it arrives in Montreal. ~ : Parcels Classified In the sack in which it arrives here may be parcels for all the countries of Europe. It is the bus- iness of the British "and foreign branch to classify these, parcel them up in bags tagged with the cities to which they are going, and get them in time to a train, which will take them to the port from Which a ship Europe-bound is sailing. In the British and foreign branch are sacks tagged for nearly every prominent city in the world, with fhe cxception of those in Australia and the Orient." There are bags tagged Moscow, USS.R., Paris France, Stavangerfjord, Norway-- or what bave you, London mail presents a problem. The world's largest city is divided, for Montreal sorting purposes, into 14 different postal divisions. Man- chester mail is split in two. There are other cities in which the postal areas arc divided into two or more. A collector of - Canadian stamps would find himself in a philatelist's pifidise were he to be let loose in the British and foreign branch, Huge tables packed to overflowing |! with vari-colored envelopes contain- ing Christmas cards, advertisements, statements, bills and a thousand and other things would stare him in the face. He might even be hit by a thick package of letters. skilfully thrown from the sorting table into a bag by a postal worker whose aim seldom fails, & Carefully Handed Journeying into the parcels divi- sion, the visitor would see every conceivable type of package. Trucks and trucks of them, and a huge pile of 'them being sorted in the niiddle of 'the room. In a little cell-like division over.in a corner is the in- suréd parcel division, to which pare ticular attention is paid, There is the registration division, which is more orderly than the rest of the departniehts, there being no Jarge 'bundles of letters and pack- ages in evidenté: Instead: all the registered mail is neatl little compartments. stored in he atmos- r phere elsewhere, however, is one of a most orderly disorder. Only about a week remains be- fore the last boats leave Halifax and Saint John and arrive in Eu- rope in time for Christmas. Between then and now Mr.' Rohland and his staff will have their hands full. If everyone who is sending Christmas presents abroad this winter could be taken on a personally conducted tour through the British and for- eign branch by Mr. Rohland, they would realize the necessity of doin both their Christmas shopping ns mailing early, SPAIN TO INSTALL PRESIDENT FRIDAY Assembly To Name First Chief Executive of New Republic Madrid, Dec. 10.--Historic epi- sodes in the development of the Spanish Republic are scheduled within the next 48 hours, beginning with the session of the Constitu- tional Assembly to approve the new republican constitution. The first President of the republic will be elected by the Assembly and inaugurated Friday. The choice is expected to be Niceto Alcala Za- mora; Republican leader and first provisional President of the repub- ic. The first official act of the Presi- dent will be a reception on Satur- day for the diplomatic corps. The. city was active with prepar- ations for the inauguration, whic will rival the splendor of displays of the late monarchy. Various naval and military units arrived at the capital to participate in. the cere- monial. . A double row 3&f flowers will line the route of the presidens tial parade, SUGGESTS BOYS' BAND Representing the Canadign Junior Band Association, W, E. Clancy, of Toronto, addressed the Oshawa Ro- asking for its interest in the forma. tion of a boys' band-in the city: The organization of 'such a band, he said, would have a definite value in giving' boys a musical education, and helping them to make a worth- while use of their spare time. The matter was referred to the musical committee of the club. Buya w COAT fo Wear During . the Holidays at Every cont ib' stock--every' important winter style--is included. Distinguished quality made every one a splendid value at its orig'n- At the Turn of a Switch tary Club 'at yesterday's meeting, So many artieles {p the gift list these days are d bed as Vieto rian, but not one of the marvels of the modern kitchen can come un- der that description. If a Victorian housekeeper had been told of the future of even her old flatiron she would not have belleved a word of it. She could not be expected even to vision in the highest flights of her {imagination the wonderful labor-savers and household eonven fences and comforts made possible by electric appliances. That the modern woman takes pride in her kitchen, in her elec tric range and what it ean do for her, in her laundry facilities that have remeyed, drudgery from the role of the housekeeper, . in her beautiful untarnishable coffees per- colator, toaster and grill that make the preparation and the serving of all meals so much easier, is a well- known fact. She cannot imagine how her grandmother or her great. grandmother kept house with none of them. Although she may have a pre" sentable group of electrical devices and labor-savers, no household is quite complete in these, ahy more than it is perfect in its other ap pointments. There is always a chance to add to the home's com- fort or the home's beauty, There is always something that should be replaced or renewed. is most often the case in such a field as that of the electrical equipment, The range of electrical gifts is larger than ever this year. It is possible to buy electrical for every member of family, for the use of the great modern servant, power, is not limited to the household, First of all comes the radio, which is a delight shared by every member of the home. There are flashlights for the boys and for Dad. And has everybody got a suitable and efficient reading lamp by the bedside? There are air heaters and air coolers which are shared by all, and the clock electrically controlled is a friend and a guide for the whole family Have you thought of a sunlamp as a gift for the house? What a comfort and a health maintainer for winter! One thing that stamps an eledtrical gift is its inherent pos session of utility and durability. People who pride themselves upon being pract' 1 and preferring tr give practical gifts are quite safe n the electrical shops. Those who like to choose a gift that carries with it a touch or air of luxury will also find the elec trical gift---possibly one of the new, rich designs in a coffee péroolator --a means of fulfilling this demand. One of the new electrical alarm clocks, designed in colors and form to suit any room, would also answer this gift question. The clocks have dials that may be dimmed or brightened, and serve the double duty of night lamp. ] You may be confident that the electrical gift will be sure to please. | Christmas lists bave a way of mounting and growing toward the | énd of the available shopping days. Don't worry and search for the elusive idea about something that = would be suitable. Step into gn electrical shop and look about yop. | Such an array as you will see Will solve the problem, for electrigal | gifts are suitable, useful, and plan- | ned to give and carry comfort. CAMERAS Fh ns SPECIAL 98¢c Vest Pocket Kodaks $5.00 1A Kodak $11.25 Ciné Kodaks $70.00 up What a thrill the gift of a Kedak or Red, Green, op Blug In fine alligator or pebbled leather with 50 loose leaves nicely bound with silken cord. A bappy choice for man or woman. Our regular $2.25 Album NOW $1.49 A kid bottle of Jasmine Regular value $1.50, JASMINE STATIONERY beantiful silver and black box eof fine paper and and envelopes, Also a 3 dram Perfume in each box. SPECIAL $1.19 Other Boxes 35¢ to $3.50 anities 'and C} cate chased designs. Yardley Compacts $1.00 Deauville Single $2.00 ii» Deauville Doublette $3.00 | Chatelaines $6.00 & $8.50 Loose Powder Vanities Loose Powder V Chatelaines of brilliant inlaid. enamels and intri- Shari Silver and Gold $1.50 | Debut Vanity $3.00 & $6.00 PLAYING CARDS New futuristic designs in bridge see playing cards, Gaudy colors in match, ed decks or single packs. Singles 69¢ to $1.00 Doubles $1.40 to $2.00 me of fine creams, picked French J For Each P ONE VOTE ON THE DOLL CONTEST ..:Our Store From Now Until Christmas Eve, 10 p.m. enny Spent in G MADE EASY EE ) Others $2.00, $2.50 & $3.50 RE SA EO Essence of Loveliness to adorn mflady's dressing table. | Cleansing Creams | Vanishing Cream Jasmine Taleum ..... 35c Jasmine Rouge ...... Face Powder .......$1.00 Cold Cream .. Ea. PEN AND PENCIL SETS Every man, woman and child has need of a thoroughly reliable Pen and Pencil Set, Our stock includes every reliable , style, and price to Leakproof Pens .....$1.25 Gold Crown Pen .... 1.50 Gold Crown Pencil ... 1.00 Waterman Pens-- esessnssss $2.75 to $10.00 Waterman Pencils-- $1.00 to $5.00 Parker Pens $2.75 to $10.00 Sheaffer Pens $3. to $10.00 Pen Sets $2.50 to $15.00 Desk Sets $4.00 to $35.00 MODERN AND S JASMINE TOILETRIES see. POC ise DOC 50c 50c CBA i a TRS oy aS =| An all-Canadian creation EE Cl (a Ly cass : in containers i fairly glisten Jasmine Sets will be the popular choice this Christmas, IN SETS FROM $1.00 to $10.00 Facial Astringent ...$1.00 Single Compact ..... 1.00 Bath Salts .. Jasmine Perfume ... | Dusting Powder .... 1.25 || AT ELECTRIC HEATING PADS A most practical trouble-proof beating unit. Adapted to many uses where beat is required. SINGLE HEAT PAD SPECIAL $2.98 THREE HEAT PADS $5.75 and $8.50 DUSTING POWDERS naar werevser S100 125 1.00 Narcissi Jasmine ......... iter. BATH SALTS Give a freshness to your bath that lingers, Duska Bath Xtals $1.25 Arden's Pine Granules 1.75 Georgia Rose 75¢ Lavender 75¢ and $1.00 Three Flowers $1.00 _-- Others up to $6.00 PERFUMES In gay Christmas Bowes and of eufh- cient variety for the most exacting tastes. Lavender 65¢ to $10.00 Seventeen $1.00 and $2.50 Shari $1.50 to $13.00 Evening in Paris $1.00 Three Flowers $1.00 up Coty's 50c to $3.50 Jasmine 50¢ to $4.00 60c 50c [I dolls, dressed. SHAVING SETS Williams men's set will give many delight'ul shaves. Aqua Velva, Cream, Talcum, Toilet Soap and Safety Box for Blades. $1.00 and $2.00 Yardley Sets $1.00 to $4.00 THE WORLD FAMOUS ROLLS RAZOR Will bring joy to any man's heart and real shaving comfort to his face. Imperial $6.95 De Luxe . $8.95 EP fiom: i wwii ENGLISH POTTERY BATH SALT JARS Painted Cryotte, Reghtar Salus Vases filled with fine Lavender Bath $1.50, " SPECIAL $1.19 Yardley Bath Salts $1.00 to $6.00 Georgia Jasmine 'Bath Salts 75¢ th Xtals 60c NOVELTY WHISKS A thing of beauty as well as great utility. Strong col- ored fibres set in fancy doll- heads or dog heads. Also sects for the traveller. 8 Priced 85¢ to $2.00 Genuine WATERMAN DESK SETS Beautiful On Marble Bases, wi aterman Formerly $7.50 SPECIAL ...,. Others up to $35.00 and fitted Pens. $4.98 EA Fig Genuine $1.50 RUBBERSET SHAVING BRUSH and 50c tube KLENZO SHAVING . CREAM At a special Chrismas Sale Price Both For $1.19 YARDLEY TOILETRIES OF VARIETY AND STYLE BEYOND OUR POWERS OF DESCRIPTION. ASK FOR SPECIAL FOLDER ILLUS- TRATING ALL THESE BEAU- TIFUL - SETS SPECIALLY PREPARED FOR CHRIST- MAS GIVING. They Are Priced at 85¢ to $10.00 --| M: : P and combined sets of The Rexall Stores Ia + FIRST PRIZE IN DOLL CONTEST is $19.00 electrically lighted, 6 roomed house. 2nd Prize-- S roomed house. 3rd td 15th Prize-- Lifelike talking beautifully PEARL ON AMBER TOILET SETS Here you will find the Biggest Showing in the city at prices that are sure to please. Let us match your set with any pieces you would like to add. CUTEX SETS For the care of the nails quite so convenient as a set of Ci accessories, Miniature Set ...... 33¢ Compact Set ....... 60¢ {i Five Minute Set ....$1.00 | Travelling Set ......$1.80 1 Boudoir Set Marquise Set .......$3 FINE GIFT CANDY araschi Holly's Neilson's Jennie Lin Hunt's As le sessssnpecsssesnes £8, Ib, ...cocenananenes b. sssessscessessene Betty Ann ! Packed in 1-3.3-4-5 Ibs. Boxes. Magnificent Array of PERFUME SPRAYS In gay colors-- individual powder and sprays, New low prices throughout the whole line. $1,25 to $8.50 TE SAVE HOURS.OF WORRY 'AND TRAMPING. SHOP EARLY AT JURY & LOVELL © SIMCOE S--PHONE 68 KING E--PHONE 28 ALL CANADIAN SERIES CHRISTMAS CARDS 20 Cards--All different Total Value $245 20 in each box What is more, they are made for || the small house and the large ome. = A an i a Be yy Ee