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LADIES‘ AUXIUIARY OF / THE LEGION FOR TIMMINS Vol. XIIL. No. 16 A very pleasant evening was enâ€" joyed by dll attending the first social gathering of the Canadian Legion in Timmins, on Tuesday evening, April 17th, in the 1.0.0.F. hall, Timmins. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Garner, Dr. and Mrs. A. S. Porter, Mr. and Mrs. J. Bowen, Mr. A. H. M. Day, Miss J. Maxwell, Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Bennett, Mr. Ausâ€" tin E. Neame, Mr. W. Pennington, M.M.; Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Devipe, Mr. T. Fellows, Mrs. G. Clegg, Mr. J. Bodell, Mr. Geo. E. Cole, Mr. and Mrs. A. Wilford, Miss Elsie Wilford, Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Harris, of Schuâ€" macher, Mrs. Charlebois, Mrs. D. Bough, Mr. F. E. Armstrong, Mr. W. F. Morgan, MXC.; Mr. G. H. Byrom, etc., etc. Plans to This End Perfected at Enâ€" joyable Social Evening of Canaâ€" dian Legion on Tuesday Mr. Austin E. Neame, the popular first viceâ€"president of the Canadian Legion in Timmins, qpresented the prizes, the winners being : first, ladies, , Mrs. J. Bowen ; second, ladies, Mrs. E. F. Bennett ; first, gentlemen, Mr. Ausâ€" tin E. Neame; second, gentlemen, Dr. A. S. Porter. Mr. W. Pennington, in charge of the tables, made an effiâ€" cient and capable M.C. Refreshments were served by meinâ€" bers of the entertainment committee, assisted by Mr. H. C. Garner and others, and afterwards dancing took place, to the able accompaniment of Mr. W. A. Devine on the piano. TEMISKAMING BAGSEBALL LEAGUE HERE SATURDAY At the conclusion of a very enjoyâ€" able evening announcement was made of the grand dance and prize draw to be held in the Melntyre Recreation hall, Schumacher, on Tuesday, April 24th, and a description of the various prizes was given. Quite a fair number of ladies gave their names in to the secretary of the Timmins Post of the Canadian Legion, British Empire Service League, and it would appear that this new organâ€" izationâ€"the Timmins Ladies‘ Auxili< ary, will be even more successful than the Timmins Post itself, as indicaâ€" tions point out that a larger number will join at the commencement than had the men‘s organization. Annual Meeting Postponed from Last Saturday, to be at Timmins, Saturday 21st LANCASHIRE FOOTBALL ~ oRGANIZED FOR SEASON The annual meeting of the Temisâ€" kaming Baseball League will be held in the A. E. Moysey Co. offices at Timmins at 5.30 p.m. on Saturday of this week, April 21st. This meeting was first called for Saturday last, April 14th, at Kirkland Lake, but owâ€" ing to the most of the delegates beâ€" ing unable to attend has been postâ€" poned to the coming Saturday at Timâ€" mins. Claius will then be proceeded with to make 1928 the biggest and best season yet in baseball in this North. Mr. H. W. Hooker, of Timâ€" mins. Plans will then be proceeded Temiskaming Baseball League. | On Sunday last at the special meetâ€" ing of the Lancashire Football Club at which a very good attendance was present, the club organized for the coming season. . Mr. W. Kevan was elected president for a second term, and W. A. Devine undertook the secretaryship. It was felt that with the necessary financial support behind the club, that a much better showing will be made this year. _ A strong team is being organized and it is the intention to help along the efforts of the N.O.F.A. and ‘the P.D.F.L, to place football once again as the North Land‘s favourite sport. _A general discussion of the conditions took place, and the past season reviewed. A rummage sale is being held in the basement of St. Matthew‘s church on Saturday, April 21st. A hearty vote of thanks was given to the past officers of the club and enâ€" dorsed with ‘special compliments to the past secretary for the splendid bank balance on hand. % Paid Circulation Last Week 2763 *4 APPOINTED TO QUEEN‘S Dean R. W. Brock, head of the facâ€" ulty of Applied Science at the Univerâ€" sity of British Columbia, who . has been appointed to the council of Queen‘s University, Kingston, Onâ€" tario, for a period of six years. P.D.F.L. HELD INTERESTING MEFTING LAST SATUROAY New Local Playing Rules Up for Disâ€" cussion, and Other Matters Beâ€" fore Meeting The P.D.E.L. held a special meeting on Saturday evening in the town hall. Mr. James Cowan, the president, ocâ€" cupied the chair in very eficient way. The business of the meeting was chiefly discussion of the new playing rules. These playing rules are to reâ€" ceive the endorsation of the N.0O.F.A. Several changes were made, and it was the general opinion that the seaâ€" son 1928 was going to be conducted on very strict lines. All delegates were instructed to have their players made conversant with the rules, it being felt that this would make for a better understanding between players and committees and for the general adâ€" vantage of the game. ~**nother meeting of the is :alled for Saturday of this week, April 21st, in the town hall at 7 p.m. All clubs wishing to become members of the League are asked to have the necessary fees ready. Forms are alâ€" so available now, and delegates are requested to obtain these as early as possible at the same fee as last seaâ€" LIGHT WEIGHT BREAD CASES AT POLIGE GOURT soOon. i 14 en se ifl('”Dm‘ing the past week Chief Macâ€" Lachlan and his staff have ‘been checkâ€" ing up on the weight of bread sold in town and most of the loaves have been found wanting, some of them as mue! as two ounces in the pound. In one bakery visited there was not a loaf of bread left, but the police chased up the wagon on the road and found lightâ€"weight bread just as the proâ€" prietors _ were congratulating themâ€" selves on their luek in having nothing for the police to inspect except the premises. _ The bakeries generally were found in good condition saniâ€" Two Fined and of Other Cases Remanded for a Week. Other Cases Justices of the Peace Montgomery and Evans also imposed a charge of $16.50 for a reckless driving case and another of $7.50 for no markers. BAND CONCERT AT THE GOLDFIELDS ON SUNDAY Another band concert will be held at the Goldfields on Sunday evening, April 22nd, after the church services. The programme is to be an extra speâ€" cial. ‘ Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Chase have reâ€" thmed from Niagara Falls, Ont., where they attendfii the funelal of Mr. Chase‘s mother. _ Further Safety Suggestions Before Royal Commussion Chlef Mining Inspector Sutherland and Number of Minâ€" _ ing Men of the North Land Outline Series of Protective _ Measures for Mines. Safety Stations and Centralized \_â€" Rescue Crews Proposed. TIMMINS, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, APRIL 19TH, 1928 The Royal Commission of enquiry into the recent Hollinger disaster reâ€" sumed its sittings at Haileybury on Thursday last, with his Lordship Judge Godson presiding. Among those testifying at the enquiry were: Chief Inspector T. Sutherland, mine managers from the Porcupine, Cobalt, Kirkland Lake, Sudbury and other mining camps, and other witnesses. The sessions were taken up chiefly with consideration of suggestions for greater safety for the men in the mines. Peter White, K.C., was preâ€" sent as counsel for the commission ; A. G. Slaght, K.C., represented the Hollinger, and W. A. Gordon, of Haiâ€" leybury, with whom was associated Mr. T. Roberts of Kirkland Lake, specially represented the men. tained at the expense of the province and placed under the supervision of the local mining inspectors. _ These stations would be at Timmins, Kirkâ€" land Lake and Sudbury. There would be no necessity for one at Cobalt where the mines are shallow. He thought such a plan prefer able to equipment at individual mines, as in individual mines enthusiasm â€" was liable to wane, and the apparatus lose its efficiencey, becoming a _ hazard rather than a help. He advised that sprinkler systems be installed at erushers and in dry shafts and also hose, with nozzles and connections, be plaved on all levels. The latter would involve little expense as practiâ€" cally all mines use wet drills, he said, and he thought it unnecessary to adopt standardized hose at the present time. Mr. Thos. Sutherland, Chief Mining Inspector for Ontario, referred to the necessity for providing suitable apâ€" paratus and of training men to handle it, for resecue work in the mines in case of need. He believed that rescue stations should be equipped and mainâ€" Mr. Sutherland also suggested that upâ€"toâ€"date plans ‘be provided, showing air currents and their velocity and direction. These would be valuable in dealing with silicosis. All waste of inflammable nature should. be brought to surface, he thought. He presented a report on this, dealing with the practice in seven U. S. states. Timber yards, he thought, should be some distance from shafts. _ Fire hazards should be studied in mining engineering courses at universities, he thought. As a means of warning men underground of danger, Mr. Sutherâ€" land suggested the use of what was called **‘Skunk Odor,"‘ to be sent through the workings. _ Telephone lines underground were only practical to a limited extent and could not be earried to stopes. Means of escape, he thought, could also be provided by joining up with the workings of other mines adjoining . He favoured the recommendations of the miners that no men be employed as mine eaptain with less than five years‘ experience, as shift boss with less than four years, or as foreman with less than three. Mr. Sutherland did not reply at once to the question of Mr. Gordon asking the chief inspector‘s opinion on the suggestion for a safety comâ€" mittee elected by ‘ballot from among the miners to act in conjunction with safety inspectors or executives,. and to disecuss and consider safety meaâ€" sures regularly. The commission ruled out the question, suggesting that it was a matter for the «commission rather than for the inspector. Mr. Gordon suggested that men had found it difficult to take up such matters with their superiors. Mr. Slaght challenged this statement and pointed out that there was not a shred of eviâ€" dence before the commssion to supâ€" port such a suggestion. ONTARIO‘sS ‘‘*STRONG MAX‘"‘ RE SIGNS D. B. Hanna, (left), Chairman of t he Ontario Liquor Control Board, has resigned from that position, and Sir Henry Drayton (right), has been apâ€" pointed to suceeed him. Sir Henry will probably resign his seat in the Federal House to take over his new post without delay. Mr. Sutherland suggested again to \\\\W\\\\“\\ pine the commission that men employed as underground foremen should possess a certificate issued by the Mines Inâ€" spection Dept., indicating that they were familiar with the Mining Act and their duties generally. This cerâ€" tificate could be cancelled at any time by«+any mining inspector, but an apâ€" peal against such cancellation could be made to the chief inspector. Mr. Sutherland presented a memo regardâ€" ing the South African practice in this respect. _ Underground foremen, he also suggested, should be able to give and receive. orders in the English language. Underground powder thaw houses were not allowed in South Africa, and ‘he considered that any underground _ structures _ necessary should be of fireproof construction. Regarding ventilation, he said that this had reached a stage in the larger deeper mines when it must be dealt with. He referred to the general prinâ€" ciples for underground ventilation. He thought all fans, except Booster fans should be on the surface, and that any which were located underâ€" ground should be fireproof. Another suggestion was that a sufficient numâ€" ber of latched fire doors. should be provided on different levels, so that the shaft could be icut off from the mine, and in case of fire the smoke would not go through the mine. Friday‘s session was largely deâ€" voted to a discussion of Mr. Sutherâ€" land‘s suggestions, a large number of the mine managers expressing opinâ€" ions, chiefly favourable. John Nichols general manager of the International Nickel Co., approved the idea of resâ€" cue stations and apparatus. He was not sure the places suggestedâ€" Porâ€" cupine, Sudbury and Kirkland Lake, â€"were the ideal ones, and urged fullâ€" est study and consideration before any action. He thought the mines should bear the cost of the necessary equipâ€" ment, ‘he told Mr. White. R. J. Ennis, general manager of the Melntyre, said his company was conâ€" sidering mechanical ventilation. The Mcelntyre had tried ‘"‘stink gas‘‘ as a warning signal, but it had to be disâ€" continued. Perhaps, â€" with _ some changes it could be used. He thought the problem of ventilation one for individual mines. Mr. Ennis agreed with Mr. Nichols that there appeared to be no danger in disposing of powder debris by destruction and mixing with waste rock. Oliver Hall, mine manager of the Mond Nickel Co., said that a safety committee on which the men were reâ€" presented had been in practice at his mine, but interest had not continued. One of the plans for keeping alive the interest had ‘been the bonusing of men for helpful suggestions. Mr. G. C. Bateman, secretary of the Ontario Mining Association, while agreeing in the main with suggestions by the chief inspector, pointed out that this did not necessarily mean that they should be incorporated in the mining act as conditions in different mines varied so much that ironâ€"clad regulations were not practical and arâ€" bitrary rules could not be fairly made. Mr. Bateman could see no objection to fire doors in shafts where they were feasible. He thought it all right that foremen should be able to give and receive orders in English. He said that the mine managers thought that a reasonable supply of oil and grease should be permitted underground. One day‘s supply as suggested by the chief inspector did not seem practical. Provision should also be made for current timber supply. Mr. J. 4. Dickenson, manager of the O‘Brien, thought the South African method of requiring â€" underground (Continued on Back Page of this section). Junior Coen, young member of the United States Davis Cup team, who was suceessful in the first round for the Davis Cup against Mexico. The United States won all three matches. MAIDS DF ROUND TABLE PRESENT GOOD PROGRAMME Interesting Comedy and Musical Proâ€" gramme in United Church Baseâ€" ' ment Last Night [Phere was a good turnout to the programme given last night in the basement of the United Church by the Maids of the Round Table, and the event was generally suceessful. The twoâ€"act â€" comedy, "The Girl Upâ€" stairs,"‘‘ was eleverly presented by a capable cast who showed much talâ€". ent for a first appearance. Those in the cast included; Missos Anna Meâ€" Neil, Getha Buown, Kathleen Mcâ€" Quarrie, Clara Durrell, Hadys Gibâ€" bon, Ina Rayeraft and Margaret Getâ€" ty.. All took their parts well. The musical programme included niimbers of very special interest and talent. Piano selections by Mr. N. Shone were very specially appreciated for their high merit, while the pianoâ€" forte duets by , Miss Shirley Payne and Mr. Shone were also much enjoyed. Another _ pignoâ€" duet, ‘‘Rakaczy March,‘‘ by the Misses Porter was given with much talent and was much appreciated. A vocal solo, ‘‘ A Son of (GHladness,"*‘ by Mrs. C. Sermon was another pleasing number., The monoâ€" logue, ‘‘The Year After,"‘ by Misgs . M. Quick, was greatly appreciated. W.0. LANGDON PRESIOENT TIMMINS HUMANE SOGIF The Humane Society _ (Fimming Branch) held its annual meetmg in the fire hall on Friday evening last, April 13th, for the election of othcms and other business. . The following are the officers duly elected for the year 1928 :â€" President, W. O. Langdon. Viceâ€"President, B. G@. Wilson. Secretaryâ€"treasurer, T. Best. Executive Committee:â€"Rev. J. D. Parks, Dr. Gagnon, N. Taillefer, A. J. Giroux and J. MceKinnon. Honorary President, A. F. Brigham. Honorary \Iembexs, J. Knox, ‘B. t Longmore and R. J. Ennis. Public to Prevent Any Cruel Animals in Town / \ Society Asks Earnest Co-opera;zén of The Humane Society wishes the coâ€" operation of the public to prevent any cruelty to animals. Should any perâ€" son see any evidence of ill usage or cruelty to animals, the society asks that the person get in touch with any of the above active officers and report the case. The idea of the society is to help those wko cannot help themâ€" selvesâ€"the dumb animalsâ€" and to assure proper treatment and usage for them. Much has already been done by the society in the way of preâ€" venting cruelty to animals, but there is much more that can be done if the wholehearted coâ€"operation of the pubâ€" lic is secured The work of the Huâ€" mane Society should specially appeal to all in this North Land where there is so much of kindness and generous good sportsmanship. _ Help the Huâ€" mane Society*assure for all animals fair treatment and humane usage. Report any cases of eruelty that you max know about and thus assist along mane Society*assure for ail animais fair treatment and humane usage. Report any cases of eruelty that you may know about and thus assist along this good work. For the prevent the work is all being done by voluntary effort, no paid officers being employed. _ Any cases reported to any of the officers will reâ€" ceive prompt attention and action. Friends of Mr. Jas. Cran, formerly with the Timmins branch of the Bank of Commerce, will be interested in the following from the last issue of The Sudbury â€"Star:â€"*‘*James Cran, of the Sudbury office of Homer L. Cihbâ€" son and Company, has been transferâ€" red to Toronto where he will be assoâ€" ciated with Mr. Gibson in connastion with the latter‘s persona| mimng orâ€" ganization.‘‘ PROSPEGTS VERY BRIGHIT FOR MAGAULAY DPTION Clearwater Lake Property Showing Unusual Promise. Work Provâ€" ing Up . Property in Fine Shape Mr. E. A. Dowman, manager of the Macaulay option held by the Picard Gold Mines, in the East Clearwater Lake section, is in town this week having just come out from this new and promising gold field. In an interview given to The Adâ€" vance, Mr. Dowman expressed great confidence in the Clearwater district, and the prospects for the future. In speaking of the Macaulay option, Mr. Dowman referred to the fact that the property was owned by Mr. P. A. Macaulay and other wellâ€"known Timâ€" mins men, and stated that they should be congratulated on their property, and the way they have opened it up. Mr. Dowman stated that all the camps hbhave been built, bunk house for forty men, blacksmith shop, ete., all machinery is in, including a 10x8 Ingersollâ€"Rand compressor running two drills saisfactorily. **The whole plant is running‘ well, and we have sunk to the 100â€"foot level, with cut and station crossâ€"cutting to the vein. Visible gold has been tound in stringâ€" er and about two feet of mineralizaâ€" tion at twentyâ€"oneâ€"foot depth in the shaft,"‘ he said. In Mr. Dowman‘s opinion this would indicate the high values found at the surface will continue at depth. the crossâ€"cut wll go through the vein 30 feet wide, and plans are under way to drift each way on the vein, putâ€" ting in erossâ€"cuts every fifty feet to prove full width. The length of the ore body is six hundred feet by thirtyâ€"three feet in width. Of this six hundred feet, four hundred feet over twentyâ€"eight feet wide has proven by very careful samâ€" pling, and blasting trenches into the rock by Mr. C. B. Dawson, to be at least $6.27 over twentyâ€"eight feet. In his report to the Picard Gold Mines, Mr. Dawson says that this value can be brought up to over $7.00 by selective mining. _ The diamond drill holes showed values of $27.00, $11.00 and $14.00 at the 146â€"ft. horizâ€" on. In all the samples all the free gold was eliminated before being asâ€" sayed. Mr. Dowman stated that it was quite easy to pick up a couple of sacks on surface, all of which showed free gold from the whole length of the vein. The late Mrs. Brown was wellâ€" known and very highly esteemed in the North Land. She was the first qualified school teacher to come north of North Bay. She came to New Lisâ€" keard in 1895 and had hosts of fmends there as well as in Timmins, where she resided with the family for the past twelve years, with the exception of about four years spent in the south. FUNEGAL DF MRS. BROWN VERY LARGELY ATTENDED Late Mrs. Brown Was First School Teacher North of North Bay. Had Wide Circle of Friends. The funeral of Mrs. James L. Brown, who died on Thursday last, took place on Sunday from the family residence, 120 Elm street. _ The funeral services at the house were conducted by Bro. T. Edwards, of New Liskeard, of the I.B.S.A., and interment took place at Tammins cemetery. There were a large numâ€" ber of beautiful floral tributes, one carriage being completely filled with the flowers. ww Her death is very deeply regretted by wide circles who valued ‘her for her estimable character and fine qualities. To the bereaved family the deepest sympathy of all is extended in the loss. In addition to the husâ€" band, Mr. Jas L. Brown, of the groâ€" cery department of the Hollinger Stores, six Children survive. _ These are :â€" Walter, Toronto; Kenneth, New York; Douglas, Stewart, Helen and Ethel, at home. That the Macaulay option was a gcood ‘bet was Mr. Dowman‘s opinion, and Mr. P. A. Macaulay, wellâ€"known Timmins oldâ€"timer and his associates can be congratulated on the excellent prospects of their mine. PLEASANT SOCIAL EVENT AT BORDEN AVENUE HOME A very pleasant evening was, spent at the home of Mrs. Fred Walkley, Borden avenue, when they entertained at whist. _ The winner of the tirst prize was Mrs. L. Bound. The conâ€" solation prize went to Mrs. D. Cockâ€" lin. A pleasing luncheon was served and dancing completed a very enjoyâ€" able evening. Mrs. Robt. Brown will arrive thmis (Thursday) evening from Montreal where she has spent the winter. She will be accompanied by her daughter, Miss E. A. Brown, who will reture bome 4o Montreal on Sunday. PRICE FIVE CENTS