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2 with Japan has been wilfully and systematically violated," said the Premier, "which I do not believe, then the treaty may have to be denounced. If only evaded by designing parties, that can be rectified." He expected Mr. Lc mieux about January 15th, and until then, the papers could not be laid before parliament. The motion was passed. The Insurance Bill.

The long expected Insurance Bill was introduced by Hon. Mr. Fielding in the House today, but the Minister of Finance said that no discussion was challenged on it at the present time. The bill will be referred to the Banking and Commerce Committee, bo that the companies and others who desire to be heard on the subject will have an opportuntly. In a nutshell, the main provisions of the bill are: Powers of the Minister enlarged; trust funds of foreign companies must be under trust of Canadian companies; distribution of surplus once in three years; expense of new and old business must be kept separate; no commissions for officials at head office; no salary of over $15,000 except with sanction of the Board of Directors; standard provisions for policies.

Ross Rifles Question. Volume II. of the Auditor General's report was presented to the House of Commons today. It shows that two members of the House drew no sessional indemnity last year, owing to absence from sittings. They are, Mr.

Joseph E. Seagram and Osier. The report contains a series of letters between the Auditor and the Militia Department, relating to the payment in advance of 75 per cent, of the price for some 25,000 Ross Rifles ordered by the Department. The auditor, in June last, refused to authorize further advances to the company on this account, on the ground that the company had failed to deliver the rifles within the time specified In its contract. Finally, after an order in councll was passed Jast August, extending the time limit of delivering the rifles ordered, the auditor's embargo was removed.

As the matter no stands, 15,000 rifles fere to be delivered before January 1st, 1908, and 10,000 before June 1st, 1908. THE MARKET. Biggest Day on Record Turkeys and Fowl In Big Demand Good Honest Prices. NEW WESTMINSTER, Dec. 21.

"By far the largest market ever held," said Market Clerk McKenzie in commenting on yesterday's proceedings at Lytton Square, and the remark fully stated the case. Pushing and shoving, tramping on each others' feet, men and women, the latter In many cases followed by a brood of youngsters, the Immense crowd surged through the hall, lining up two and three deep at the different stalls, all imbued with the same desire, namely, that of securing the necessary purchases which will help to adorn the festal board on Christmas day. The meat stalls were probably the centre of attraction, though where turkeys and other fowl were on sale the crush of good natured, laughing housewives was nearly as great and it seemed only due to a miracle that the white coated attendants were not driven frantic by the many calls on their patience and attention. Everybody took everything in good part, however, and all managed to secure what they were In need of. The meat stalls were literally loaded down with meats of all kinds, some of an Inferior kind, but the most of which was prime stock, from the heavy fat steer to the tender joints of the stall fed baby beef which Is becoming so popular for family trade.

Throughout the day the demand for beef was brisk and prime stock readily sold at 7 and 8 cents per pound on the hind quarter, while the fronts of the same quality were commanding 5 and 6. Lamb and mutton were in big demand and fell a little short on supply, the stock being first class and commanding quick sales. Mutton was selling on a fair average at 14 cents, though in some cases the price varied both ways, but 14 cents per pound can be considered a fair quotation. Mutton brought prices nearly as good a3 the ruling price for nice stock being 13 cents per pound. The demand for pork is probably at its best now and the supply was fairly well cleaned up.

The most shipped In yesterday was nice looking and sold well at a steady price of 9 and 10 cents. A air supply and good demand for veal marked yesterday's sales, and medium sized carcasses were being eagerly looked for, and no difficulty was experienced at selling for llcents, while the larger and heavier class of calf was commanding 7 and 8 cents. Batter and Eggs. A fairly good trade was done In THE CHILLIWACK PROGRESS, DECEMBER 25, 1907. Leading Business Houses of New Westminster Depot Jffotet Columbia Street, opp.

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STfoyai City Co. front 9ft tleoimintier eggs, a considerable quantity of which was placed on sale and the wholesale price held firm all day at 45c straight, without any variations. Purchases were a little better than last week which is accounted for by the holiday season approaching, but many egg dealers still state that eggs are too high and that unless they take a drop after Christmas the trade will drop back to Its previous basis. A good supply of butter was on hand and selling steadily at 35 to 40 cents per pound retail. Fowl and Fruit.

Live birds and dressed birds, birds iat and otherwise, the showing in this line was probably greater than has ever appeared within the confines erf the market hall before. Every body had to see the turkeys of course, and many and varied were the comments passed around on the showing. Old women armed with umbrellas, would struggle up within reaching distance, and making a vicious jab at one particular turkey, would enquire in the voice of a judge handing down a death sentence "What is the price?" "Thirty cents a pound," would be the invariable reply, and the wouldbe purchaser would either Mnger to have one wrapped up, or with a determined shake of the head, make a bee line for another part of the building where some more of the desired objects were displayed. The demand for other classes of feathered bipeds was almost as great, and the business kept up briskly until well on to dinner time. Large heavy fowl were selling at $6.50 to $8.50 per doz while chickens brought quick returns at $4.50 to $6.50.

Ducks which were in large demand also were selling steadily at from $8.50 to $10. The following can safely be considered average quotations: Turkeys, live weight, 26 to 28 cents per pound; dressed, 30 cents per pound; chicks, dressed, 22 to 25 cents; live geese, dressed, $1.00 and $1.25 each. Very few pears were In evidence and there did not seem to be any demand for them, apples, however, were steadily selling, with probably a slight increase in demand since last week, at from 80 cents to $1.25 per box. Other Products. A fairly large supply of potatoes was offered but the demand was hardly any brisker than last week, and sales closed for the day at $18 per ton.

Onions are still scarce, and were selling yesterday at $2.75 per sack. A number of farmers attending the market and hating a good supply of hay at home were looking for buyers, offering It at $20 per ton landed in the city. M. Monk was kept busy at the fish stall all morning, and was handling as a side line wild ducks which looked eery tempting as they hung along the top of the stall Sam Craig, the flsh man who Is now Cement Vancouver Portland Cement Co, Write to us for the best quotations obtainable in the market. Silley S3ros.

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Forty Pages a Week. Market News a Specialty. a regular attendant at the market had this morning apart from his usual display of flsh of all kinds, a splendid line of dressed turkeys and chickens, the latter being without question the largest and nicest looking birds on the market. Mrs. Domlny was at her lunch counter as usual and dealt out refreshments to many a weary market visitor.

In view of the holiday season, Mrs. Dominy was serving out mince pies which were greatly appreciated by those who patronized her stand. The auction sale of horses and cattle was well attended, and quite a number of animals disposed of by AuBtioneer Trapp. BAPTIST CHRISTMAS TREE. On Wednesday evening, the 18th the Baptists opened the festive season in Chilliwack by holding their annual school entertainment and Christmas tree.

The evening was bright and clear, the roads smooth as a pavement and the holiday mood had entered into the spirit of the occasion so that a crowded house resulted. This does not mean merely that the seats were filled to overflowing, but that standing room was at a premium and the privilege of hanging on to the gasoline fixtures and a seat on the step ladder could not be had at reserved teat prices. The superintendent of the Sunday school, Dr. W. V.

Davies, after a neat little address, presented the programme which was a treat and consisted of the following. Chorus, by school, "The Lord is Come." Scripture verse, by school. Invocation, by pastor. Recitation, "Welcome," by Hattle Mldglcy. Chorus, by primary class, "This Is the way at Christmas." Recitation, by Marjorle Stade.

Chorus, "Bo Peep," by primary class. Chorus, by members of B. T. P. U.

Recitation, by Myrtle Menales. Duet, by Jack and Chas. Davies. "Brownies' Workshop, by Brownies. Discovery of Brownies, by girls.

unorus, "I Think I Hear the blelghbells Ringing," by school. Entrance of Santa Claus. Solo, "Are You Really Santa," by Aiyrtie Menzies. cnorus, "Good Old Santa," by irownies and Girls. Tableau.

Old Santa at this stage distributed presents or old and young, which he had prepared upon an old fashion ed Christmas tree beforehand. The programme throughout was well rendered, the choruses by the primary class were very prettily den dered as was also the performance by the Brownies In their workshop, Steamboat Wholesale Liquors and Cigars. T. FREEMAN r.O. Box 184.

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W. V. Davies, who had spent considerable time and patience in drilling and instructing in the various numbers. COSTLY RIGHT OF WAY. The award in the Brown vs.

the V. V. E. railway case, which was taken up this morning by the solicitors for the railway company, calls for the payment of the sum of $16,910.63 to Mr Brown as compensation for the depreciation of the value of his farm because of the entry of the railway oa to his property. The arbitrators have handed down a comprehensive state ment setting forth the various features of the case and itemizing the damaf.es.

Following are figures: 1. acres for right of way, 2. for filling in ditches, S2S5.00; 3. damages to 4. damages to 5.

damages to D.C. I. II. 6. increased damage by lire, 7.

general depreciation of whole farm, total, for rebuilding ditches, grand total, $16,910.63. The alphabetical letters above refer to various sections of the farm bl sected by the railway line. The award states that if the company so chooses it can enter into an agreement with Mr Brown on or before February 1st next to improve and maintain the draining ditches and thereby save the last item, $2244, otherwise this sum may be collected by Mr. Brown, making a total $16, 910.63 as stated. The arbitrators were F.

J. Coulthard, appointed by Mr. Brown, F. W. Howay, represent Cambridge appointed by the court.

New Westminster Columbian. EXCITING HOCKEY' CONTEST. WINNIPEG, Dec. 20. As a climax to a most spirited exhibition of hockey last night, Referee Clinton Bennett awarded the test game to the Maple Leafs when the score was six to four against Winnipeg, and the referee refused to rule off for the balance of the playing time Hall for slashing Charlie Tobin.

The Wlnni pegs protested frequently against the tactics of the Maple Loafs, and by the appearance of things the amateurs were getting the worst of it, they forming a regular procession to vhe dressing rooms. First Mllner the new man was hurt and returned to go off again with a slash on the leg. Ha got an accidental blow of the puck that finished him, and then Charlie Tobin, of the Lyceums, went on, signalizing his arrival by scoring. Vhe Vp to date Tjculor 245 front Westminster Suits to Order 120.10 Overcoats to Order 115. 00 Pants to Ordr $5.00 Smoke B.C.

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