CHARGES DISMISSED … The charge against J. Brault, proprietor of the Canadian Hotel, “by himself, his clerk, servant or agent, keeping for sale liquor” was disposed of by Justices of the Peace H. White and N. W. Burdett, on Wednesday, when the case was dismissed. Mr. J. Spreull prosecuted and Mr. A. B. Macdonald appeared for Mr. Brault.
The facts brought out in the evidence which was heard some few weeks ago, were to the effect that Mr. Brault’s bartender had had certain transactions in liquor with various men staying at the Canadian Hotel, but it was not shown that Brault had anything to do with these transactions.
Mr. Brault went into the witness box and denied all knowledge of the matter and stated that he had given instructions to his bartender not to sell liquor. The case for the prosecution was that it was of no consequence whether Brault had given instructions or whether his bartender was acting with his knowledge or consent. Numerous cases were quoted to show that the occupant of the premises are as liable under section 38 of the British Columbia Prohibition Act if anyone in his employ or who was suffered to be or remain on the premises committed an offence against the Act.
The defence took the ground that the ordinary rule of law should prevail, that anyone could not be found guilty unless a guilty knowledge or intent was proven against him. The prosecution replied that the knowledge or intent was of no consequence.
Written arguments were submitted by Counsel on Wednesday morning and the point having been raised for the defence that the accused was before the Court without any warrant or summons having been issued against him, the magistrates adjourned to give the matter consideration. On returning to Court in the afternoon the magistrates decided against the technical point raised by the defence but acquitted the accused on the ground that they considered it necessary to show that there was some guilty knowledge or consent on his part and sufficient evidence had not been brought out to prove this.
BUCHANAN CASE … The adjourned hearing of the charges against Joseph Buchanan, proprietor of the Cross Keys Hotel, and Wilhelm Lind, bartender, came on for hearing on Tuesday.
The point was raised that under the B. C. Prohibition Act, the police have power to enter and search without a warrant, but a warrant is necessary before making an arrest, and charges of having liquor for sale in these two cases were withdrawn by the prosecution. Incidentally there-after charges were again laid and warrants sworn out. Buchanan and Lind were therefore arrested, formally released on the necessary recognizances, and the charges will be heard on Tuesday next.
Mr. Spreull is representing the City authorities, and Mr. W. A. Nisbet is Counsel for the accused.
BOARD OF TRADE … We learn that the Membership Committee of the Board of Trade is about to make a canvass of the city for the purpose of enlisting members and collecting the annual subscription fee of five dollars.
The Board of Trade is an institution that deserves the loyal support of not only the business men, but of other classes of men, who consider themselves citizens of the town and who have the welfare of the community at heart. And when the membership Committee passes around we sincerely trust that there will be no slackers.
However, do not let your interest in the Board of Trade end with your subscription. The Board needs your moral support as well as your financial support and you can give this by attending the monthly meetings held in the City Hall on the first Tuesday after the first day of each month and take part in the discussion of the various matters brought to the attention of the Board for the welfare of the Community.
The officers alone cannot conduct the affairs of the Board of Trade successfully. They must have the support of the business men of the town so that it is up to you Mr. Businessman and Mr. Citizen to shoulder the responsibility of making the Board of Trade a success or a failure.
TEN WAYS TO CONSERVE … The following “Ten Ways to Conserve” are suggested by the staff of Macdonald College:
(1) Cut the bread at the table and as required. (2) Save the crumbs from the bread board. You will be surprised to see how many there are. (3) Take a little less butter than you think you will need. It will probably be the right amount. (4) Eat one more potato and one less slice of bread. (5) Eat one more teaspoonful of porridge and half a slice less of toast. (6) If you need (?) sugar in tea or coffee take what is required to sweeten it. Do not leave a spoonful in the bottom of your cup. (7) Fat is scarce today. Do not leave the soap lying in water. (8) Do not eat more than you need. Eat what you require, you will feel better and do better work. (9) Leave a clean plate. (10) Eat slowly. Food well masticated supplies more nourishment to the body, consequently less food is required. Add one of these suggestions to the various ways you have of conserving.
Never lose sight of the fact that it is the individual who must save the situation.
CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF CRANBROOK . . . Memorial to Fallen Soldiers. It is desired to obtain a complete list of those soldiers from Cranbrook (not necessarily enlisted from here) who have made the supreme sacrifice during the present war, so that their names can be recorded on the Temporary Memorial adjoining the City Hall. The undersigned will be pleased to receive this desired information from the relatives or friends of such soldiers. Cranbrook, B. C., April 24th, 1918. Thos. M. Roberts, City Clerk
REPORTING FOR DUTY … Mr. Jack Braithwaite of Wardner spent a few days in town this week. He leaves tomorrow for the Coast to report for military duty.
DRESS MAKING CLASSES … Make your summer clothes: Dress Making Classes at King Edward’s School every Thursday evening from 7 to 9: $3.00 per month, payable in advance.
PATRIOTIC TEA … There will be a patriotic afternoon tea at Little & Atchison’s store on Tuesday afternoon under the auspices of the Women’s Institute. Mrs. Greer, demonstrator, has promised to donate samples of war-time cookery and all the proceeds will be devoted to the Institute yarn fund to provide materials for socks for soldiers.
KNOX CHURCH NEWS … A meeting of the congregation of Knox Church, Cranbrook, will be held on Sabbath evening next, April 28th, at the hour of half past eight, for the purpose of considering and voting on the question of promoting closer relations between the Methodist and Presbyterian Congregations in Cranbrook. All members and adherents of Knox Church, Cranbrook, are requested to be present at this meeting.
KNOX CHURCH SINGERS … Knox Church is to be congratulated in her possession of so many talented singers who voluntarily give their services in the choir. Under the able leadership of Mr. W. H. Wilson the choir has grown in members and proficiency until today it is equal to many found in larger cities. Praise enriches and enhances worship and Knox congregation is happy in her possession of and grateful to all those who thus contribute so worthily to make the services of praise and worship a success.
CAME IN BY WAGON … Mr. R. Wright with his wife and two daughters arrived in the city last Friday from Didsbury, Alta., having made the entire journey in wagons. They left Didsbury on March 23rd and Mr. Wright states that during the early stages of the trip they experienced considerable trouble with snow storms and roads, but during the last two weeks of the journey the roads were fine and the weather ideal which made travelling all that could be desired.
Mr. Wright who is a farmer and rancher intends to locate in this district and is looking up land in the vicinity of Fort Steele.
WHIST DRIVE PARTY … An exceptionally large crowd attended the whist drive on Wednesday night held by the Women’s Auxiliary to the Great War Veterans’ Association in the Association rooms at the Royal Hotel All the tables were taken and keen interest in the program of music and the card games were shown by all present.
The program of music consisted of several vocal and piano numbers, all of which were much appreciated. The vocal numbers were rendered by Mrs. C. Lafleur, Miss Frances Drummond, Mrs. J. E. Kennedy, Mr. A. Parker and the piano solos were given by Mrs. R. W. Edmondson and Mrs. J. Whitehouse.
After a delightful supper the prizes were awarded as follows: Ladies first prize, Mrs. G. Smoke; gentlemen’s first prize Mrs. F. Dennison.
PARK/WATSON … On Friday, April 19th, at the home of the bride, George Park was united in marriage to Elizabeth Watson of Slaterville. The ceremony was performed by the Rev Hillis Wright.
TENDERS FOR PAINTING … Tenders for the Painting of the roof of the City Hall and for renovating the interior will be received by the undersigned not later than noon on Saturday, May 4th, 1918. Further particulars can be obtained upon application. The lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Cranbrook, B. C. April 24th, 1918. Thos M. R oberts, City Clerk
LEASK/BRAITHWAITE … The wedding took place at the bride’s home, Slaterville, on Wednesday evening, of Miss Charlotte, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Leask, to Mr. John Edmund Braithwaite. The young couple were supported by Mr. and Mrs. Harry Caldwell. Rev. Mr. Pow officiated. The “Herald” extends congratulations and best wishes.
MOYIE NEWS … A social, sale of ice cream, and whist drive was held on Saturday evening in the Presbyterian Church building here, in aid of the Red Cross.
Prizes won for the whist drive as follows: Mrs. A. Cameron and Chas. Peterson, 1st; Mrs. Montpelier and Oscar Burch, consolation. Louie Desaulnier and Edgar Montpelier were awarded prizes for selling tickets. Nearly all the residents helped to make the entertainment a success and the sum of $50.00 was realized.
James McNeil, who four years ago was road foreman, is employed as foreman this year, and has a gang of men repairing and building the government road between Moyie and Yahk.
WARDNER NEWS … Mr. Jack Braithwaite left Tuesday for Victoria where he will appear for military training on the 29th of this month. He will spend a few days visiting in Cranbrook before his departure for the Coast.
FORT STEELE TRAPPERS … Mr. Wm. Stork who has been trapping on White River all winter, returned to Fort Steele with his winter’s catch, a while back. He had ten lynx, two coyotes, six martins, one wolverine, one cougar, thirty weasels, and three mink. Billy stated that he saw two bunches of Elk, twenty in one herd and thirty in the other; mountain sheep and goats are also plentiful. Mr. Stork and Julius Queen have gone back to White River; Queen is after beaver.
INVERMERE NEWS … Hunter guide, miner and trapper, but of late chiefly the latter, Henry Watson Conover, of Field, B. C., recently trailed his weary way back to civilization with his winter catch of furs. He had gone off over into the reaches of the Upper Kootenay River on the first of November and was only now back for the first time to dispose of his furs and to hear the latest and the last about the world’s great war.
As a result of his winter’s wanderings he brought back with him the pelts of thirty-one lynx, eight marten, one wolverine, one red fox and thirty weasels. He had also been successful in bagging two golden eagles and had killed a cougar but the latter had gotten away.
Late in the fall he had packed his winter’s supplies in to his “shanty” by pack horse following the route of the Banff-Windermere automobile route, up Sinclair Pass, over the divide and down the other side to the crossing of the Kootenay River. Here he has a pre-emption and here he made his base for the next five months.
TENNIS CLUB … The annual meeting of the Cranbrook Tennis Club was held in the City Hall, Tuesday evening, April 16th which was well attended. The Secretary presented the financial report for last year, which showed the Club to be in good standing. Among other matters brought up for discussion was the question of holding Saturday afternoon teas.
After much discussion both for and against, it was decided that the ladies should supply refreshments consisting of tea and white and brown bread and butter only. The courts are now in excellent shape for play and prospects are good for a successful season. The Club is making a special effort to obtain new members this year and anyone desirous of joining the Club should interview Mr. A. Raworth, Secretary,
