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GROWTH OF THE TIMMINS FIRE DEPT. 1917 10 1930 and Informative Address by Fire Chief Borland. Special Reâ€" ference Made to Probilems of Fighting â€" AlcoholFires. Kiwanis Hold Very Pleasing Meeting. _‘"T‘he speaker at the Kiw! luucheon on Monday was T Borland, and he gave the present some information Timmins Fire Department work that proved to be very ing and instructive. 74e personnel of the depart present constituted is thirtyâ€" posed of the chief and te: men, with an addition of twe: teer firemen. This represen crease in numbers of about cent. since Chief Borland took charge of the department in 1917, at which time the town had 18 hydrants and one horseâ€"drawn hose truck. The alarm system in use then was the pushâ€" button annunciator style and was far from satisfactory. Toâ€"day in 1930 the horseâ€"drawn vehicle is still in use as an auxiliary, but the main equipmen: is a powerful American LaFrance moâ€" tor truck, ‘triple combination,â€"hose, chemical and laddersâ€"and a slightly smaller truck, National make, and alâ€" so triple combination. Both are fulâ€" ly equipped with small extinguishers fire axes, etc., and have been the means of checking scores of inclplent fires that would have developed into serious confagrations without the use of effiâ€" ciernt apparatus. The outside equipâ€" ment has been increased to 160 hyâ€" 10 819 28, 1920 25, 1| 1924 94 1925 106 8 190. 1929 159. imewell 1OlioOWw the rec Hollinger Stores Limited Fire Alarms Fire ala he géve the members information about the Department and their ie nteires C Je e " ",. '-':; "-v'w To inspect t w T ® 4 6,135.00 11,276.00 31,770.00 83,260.00 13,790.00 28,093.00 9,920.00 1,020.00 5,160.00 6,145.00 1,580.00 e main can LaF combina! rs,â€"and nmnal mal departmer 191 vanis Club Fire Chiet I1 Let‘s have your opinion 43,100.08 104,800.00 111,200.00 107,500.00 147,500.00 243,500.00 259,500.00 320,500.00 544,500.00 368,000,00 2053,615.00 ie, comâ€" salaried y volunâ€" an inâ€" o inspect our New Fail id Winter samples of and Overcoats. Prices ranging from think they are the best we 18 a t have ever shown. $60.00 $27.50 In the manufacture of mo common alcohol distillation are employed. The hazards distillery are not as severe ir speeds up the possibility of exâ€" losion where alcohol is exposed to the ir and heated so as to throw off vapors 11 stillery Are mmonly be ct that the 101 rs Irom AiCon but they dif line and othe sadily with a ifieda form. L to holo)i ible ors thrown off by alcohol are ble, and mixtures of alcohol 1 air are explosive. Although lighter than water, weighing r cent. as much as watér, the om alcohol are heavier than they diffuse readily in air. and other fumes do not mix v with air, but remain in a olution i of water. The f petroleum and ng lighter than ind keep to the permitting the 1i, due to om which a,ro_und P is migh of th cchol is distilled contains a large aâ€" mount of water, and until a certain stage of the pirocess is reached it is not inflammable. w fires. The alcohol is usually stored in metal containers but is sometimes shipâ€" ped in metal tank cars rather than in smaller containers. In either case the presence of fire may mean the rupture of the container, the releasing of a great quantity of inflammable vapor and subsequent explosion. The alcohol itself represents a severe fire hazard and has proven a troubleâ€" some material when encountered at The chicf difference between handlâ€" ing a fire in alcchol and one in petroâ€" leum oil by modern methods is the inâ€" ability to extinguish alcohol fires with foam. The foam dissolves in the alcoâ€" hol as rapidly as it is applied, possibly due to the fact that alcohol is mixable with water. Thus a smothering blanâ€" ket cannot be placed over alcohol and hence the foam loses its effect. Covering containers filled with burnâ€" ing alcohol by use of waterproof covers, etc., or smothering the fire by the use of carbon dioxide gas will usually acâ€" complish the task. For a small fire, carbon tetrachloride may accomplish the desired result. Wt upon care The use of water is probably thne mos! effective means of handlinyg alcohol fires of magnitude. But plenty of waâ€" ter must be employed both to wet down the burning materials, protect exposed structures, and to dilute any alcoâ€" hol that may be present in open containers. Usually when fire starts in a large establishment it spreads very rapidly and by the time the department arrives the entire place may be ablaze. In this case great range of streams is desirable, and for that reason streams of large calibre are employed. The fumes thrown off by alcohol will accumulate in low places aue to the fact that aleohol vapors are heavierthan air."© This point must be borne in mind when protecting the men as well as guarding against injuries through exâ€" plosion of accumulated vapors. Chief Borland received hearty apâ€" plause at the close of his address, and was warmly thanked by Chairman Ken Fitzpatrick on behalf of the members. A specially fine musical programme was rendered by Messrs Robert Lowery and Robert® Spanton, introduced by Secretary W. H. Wilson. Mr. Lowery has a splendid tenor voice and is a topâ€" notch entertainer, having had over and Robert Ssecretary W has a splend notch enter The u m U the fire department is calléd operate at a large alcohol fire, st be taken to protect the men bursting containers. Bursting l by heating the alcohol in the rs and increasing interior presâ€" reby. Pressure may reach such as to burst ‘ths container, also irning alcohcl quite a distance. o af wator is nrahahlyv the most THE PORCUPINE ADVANCE, TIMMINS, ONTARIO aue to the heavierthan rne in mind o as well as called eight years‘ experience in broadcasting from every radio station in California. His vocal numbers were: "An oldâ€"fashâ€" ioned house in an oldâ€"fashioned town," "I‘m tphinting the clouds with sunâ€" shine" and "On the road to Mandalay," all being greatly enjoyed for their masâ€" terly rendering. Four instrumental selections were given with Mr. Spanton playing mandoline and Mr. Lowery the guitar and singing to the accompaniâ€" ment of the instruments. Mr. Lowery gave a unique performance with two tableâ€"spoons while a peppy march was played on the piano by Kiwanian Wilâ€" son. This item fairly brought down the house, and everyone went away feeling that it was one of the most enjoyabie meetings ever held by the Timmins Club. Three visiting Kiwanians were presâ€" ent:â€"President Len Hill, Earl Allin and Chas. A. Byam, all of the New Lisâ€" keard Club, the latter being particularâ€" ty interested in Chief Borland‘s adâ€" dress. Kiwanian Frank Feldman was named as the speaker for next week‘s meeting. ANNUAL MOOSE PIGNIG ON SUNDAY WAS BIG SUCGESS The third annual Moose picnic was held at Golden City last Sunday in spite of the cool wet weather which prevailed in the early part of the day. All preparations had been made for a splendid outing, and it turned out that Golden City did not have any rain unâ€" Golden City did not have any rain unâ€" til after one o‘clock, and then it did not amount to much. The full proâ€" gramme of races, etc., was carried through without a hitch, the only event cancelled being the softball game. The cars and trucks kindly supplied by members and friends gave a splendid service from the Moose hall to the picâ€" nic grounds, and there was no accident going or returning to mar a happy day. Several times during the afternoon Old Sol smiled through the clouds, and the crowd of over three hundred enâ€" joyed themselves thoroughly. Some of the members of the Ansonville Lodge attended with their families, and they received a hearty welcome. The folâ€" lowing are the prize winners:â€" Boys under 12, 75 yds., 1st, W. Beaâ€" ven; 2nd, F. Rumble. Girls under 13, 75 ydas., 1st, Dorothy Dickinson; 2nd, Irene Boisvert. Boys under 8, 50 yds., 1st, Alphonse Boisvert; 2nd Bernard Auger. Girls under 8, 50 yds., lst, Dorotny Beaven: 2nd, Marie Major; 3rd, Alice Desjardins. Little tots under 5, 10 yds., 1st, Rose Belanger; 2nd, Tootsie Auger; 3rC, Joan Pve. All competitors in this race received a chocolate bar. Z2nd Roy Throwing the rollingâ€"pin, l1st, Mrs. CG. Gibson; 2nd, Mrs. Stan Lees. 50 ydas. race for fat ladies, 1st, Mrs. Stan Lees; 2nd, Mrs. G. Gibson. 100 yds. dash, men over 30 years, 1st,. Jack Pye; 2nd, Tommy Williams; 3rd, Cliff Rickard. 75 yds. for bandsmen, playing inâ€" struments while running, l1st, Oswald McCann:; 2nd, M. A. Chantler. Tugâ€"ofâ€"war, Lodge No. 1658 won from Lodge No. 80. Girls under 14, 75 yds., 1st, Dorothy Dickinson: 2nd, Irene Boisvert. Girls under 15, 75 yds., 1st, Olive Hawse:; 2nd, Irene Boisvert; 3rd, Dorâ€" othy Dickinson. ven the Weather Did Not Spoil Enâ€" joyable Feature at Golden City. Remarkable Array of Prizes Added to Interest in the Hot dog race for boys, 1st, Bobby Roâ€" berts; 2nd, Virtue Thompson; 3rd, Rene Cardinal. Rutchensky Boys under 10, 50 yds., 1st. Bernard Auger; 2nd, Harry Smith; 3rd, Alâ€" phonse Boisvert. Girls under 12, 50 yds., 1st, Rosamond Sherriff; 2nd, Ivy Paice. The array of prizes for the different events was an imposing one and proâ€" moted the ksenest of competition in nearly every contest. The winner of the Karl Evyre Cup holds it for a year and receives a gold medal, donated by Mr. Albert Odgers, while the seconc winner got a handsome: pullâ€"over sweaâ€" ter. Other prizes were donated by merchants and individuals. The race for the bandsmen was a big attraction and caused lots of fun, while in the wheelbarrow race Jack Pye made up for his spill of last year by taking second prize. The committee in charge of the arâ€" rangements worked hard under disâ€" {couraging weather conditions, and deâ€" up O serve vgrevat cregit for the success of the whole affair. They deeply appreciated the kindness of the bandsmen. under Hamâ€"hittir 0 ydas., boys under 17, for Karl Eyre ist, Gordon Gauthier Jr.; 2nd, rlie Hamilton. olling the egg, l1st, Mrs. Powell; _ Mrs. G. Gibson; 3rd, Miss Viola 100 relba men men‘s race, 50 yds., list, Jos. Larâ€" Ind, Eugene Guinard; 3rd, Wm. to Interest in the Programme. jo0ys und Billy Be w race t, Mr. ar e contest, Tommy Johnâ€" Mrs. Stan Lees. or fat ladies, 1st, Mrs Mrs. G. Gibson. men over 30 years, 1st Tommy Williams; 3rd of Mooseheart Leâ€" Mrs. Williams; 2nd seaven e : for ind M 11 ladies . Geo. Gibâ€" and Mr. J New Minister in Bennett Cabinet Preâ€" sented With Gold Watch. Fleet of Motor Cars Meet Him on Highâ€" way and Escort Him Home. HAILEVBURY GIVES WARM WELCOME TO W. A. GORDON New Minister in Bennett Cabinet Preâ€" sented With Gold Watch. Fleet of Motor Cars Meet Him on Highâ€" way and Escort Him Home. Several from Timmins went down to Haileybury on Monday to watch the reception accorded to Hon. W. A. Gorâ€" don by his home town in recognition of his elevation to the Dominion Cabine: as Minister of Immigration and Colonâ€" ization and Minister of Mines. It may be suspected also that the visitors from Mayor Geo. T. Hamilton on behalf of the people of Haileybury presented Hon. Mr. Gordon with a handsome gold watch as a mark of the appreciation of the people for his many services to the | town and district and as an evidence of his popularity with all classes. Mrs. Gordon was also duly honoured, being ! presented with two beautiful bouquets of flowers. The flowers were presentâ€" ed by the little Misses Mary Miller | and Margaret Legris. A pleasing feaâ€" | ture of this part of the presentation \ was the fact that while the father of l one of the little girls is a strong Liberal | in politics, he is neverfheless a personal | friend and admirer of the new Minister and the incident is one more evidence of the popularity and esteem in which Hon. Mr. Gordon and Mrs. Gordon are North Temiskaming also added their| held by those of all parties Mrs. C. voices to the general noise of welcome| C. Farr, widow of the late C. C. Farr, to the Cabinet Minister from the North. It was expected that Hon. Mr. Gordon would receive a very hearty welcome on this, his first visit home after his elevation to Cabinet rank. The actual demonstration exceeded all expectaâ€" tions in its spontaneous and sincere pression of appreciation and approval.‘ Hon. Mr. Gordon was met on the Ferâ€" guson highway by a regular fleet motor cars and headed by the Engleâ€" hart piptt band and the Haileybury ze CC U Lsnls x‘ Aacrt ‘ALm | founder of Haileybury, and who herâ€" | self has been a pioneer and valuable citizen of the town, spoke briefly at the event. Another special speaker was Dr. Joyal who tendered the conâ€" gratulations extended to Hon. Mr. Gorâ€" | don by the Frenchâ€"Canadians of the town and district with whom the new | Minister is very popular and esteemed. of| Hon. Mr. Gordon in his usual happy way thanked all the citizens for their 'kind wishes in his new sphere of duâ€" ties. Y as Minister of Immigration and Colonâ€" ization and Minister of Mines. It may be suspected also that the visitors from North Temiskaming also added their voices to the general noise of welcome to the Cabinet Minister from the North. It was expected that Hon. Mr. Gordon would receive a very hearty welcome on this, his first visit home after his elevation to Cabinet rank. The actual demonstration exceeded all expectaâ€" tions in its spontaneous and sincere exâ€" pression of appreciation and approval. Hon. Mr. Gordon was met on the Ferâ€" guson highway by a regular fleet of motor cars and headed by the Engleâ€" hart piptt band and the Haileybury fire truck the decorated motor fleet esâ€" corted the new Minister in triumph to his own home town. It was a rousing reception and one to please any man. In the evening the citizens of Haileyâ€" bury gathered at the court house to do honour to Hon. Mr. Gordon, who had just returned from Ottawa where he had been duly sworn in as a Minâ€" ister in the new Bennett Cabinet. Bandsmaster Wilford, in attending the picnic. as the music helped greatly in keeping everyone in good humour while the skies were overcast. The kiddies had lots of iceâ€"cream and "mp" while the committee had on hand a plentiful supply of hot tea, with milk and sugar, which the cool wind made very acceptable. Two Days Only %5555555555555555%5555%555555555wflm P with their very newest styles for Fall, in Afternoon, Sports and Evening Wear. Be first with the New Fall fashions by ordering them now at this special showingâ€"every model on display is in favoured Paris detail in fabric, colour and style. Ordernow and be assured of their fashionâ€"rightâ€" ness during the season. We will also have on display a very exclusive line of Fall Coatsâ€"Coats of distinction at moderate pricesâ€"showing Friday and Saturday. A. J. SHRAGGE LIMITED FRIDAY and SATURDAY 29 Third Avenue COAT FROCKS SNUG HIP LINES MODIFIED We have with us once again the famous Frenchâ€" American Dress Details SCARFS Style for the purpose of taking orders In Style and Value the Store That Sets the Pace Our First Important Fall Showing In addition to the motor parade around Haileybury the party also paid a brief visit to New Liskeard where Hon. Mr. Gordon was given an equally pleasing reception. The annual Kiwanis summer carn:*â€" val at Cobalt concluded this year on Saturday last. It was held at the Coâ€" balt rink and is set down as a good success. Attendance during the three days in which this fair or carnival was in progress proved very good and it is estimated that the net receipts will be estimated that the net receipts will be close to $1500.00. The detailed figures will not be available for some time ANNUAL COBALT KIWANIS CARNIVAL BIG SUCCESS 0 th ty i mm i Thursday, August 14th, 1930 The programme arranged by the Coâ€" balt Kiwanis Cliib for the event is reâ€" ported as an unusually good one and one that met with general favour. People who attended the fair once were sure to come back again and bring a few friends as well. The circle of patrons thus kert widening on the merit of the carnival, The weather was generally favourable and despite holiday season and other circumstances the carnival held its popularity. The proceeds from the event are to be deâ€" voted to the work of the Cobalt club for the underprivileged child. much taken aback by this unexpected display of aggressiveness as the lady had been at the sudden appearance of the bear, and he dropped back on to his front paws and shambled off into the woods as quickly as possible, leavyâ€" ing a somewhat palplitating but vicâ€" torious heroine on the verandah. Quinte Sunâ€"Wake up if you want vyour dreams to come true." Two Days Only