hat Will Your Building Lumber a Cost 10 Years Hence ?

In view of the approaching exhaustion of accessible stunds of lumber all over tha continent, the average man may yrell ask the question. This province and this district in particular has

lumber at low prices for so long that it seems almost can ch Yet it will, and within

© Ts this not worth considering in your building plans?

| Let us serve you and your com- iy with a nice hot drink or a oda. Or replenish your tobacco ‘supply. We have some swell cho colates--try them Ice Cream all year ‘round,

The-Arbor

Ice Greatn Parlor and

Tea Room J. K. FRASER, Prop.

Do You Figure Deterioration?

More than summer heat aro the frosts and rains of winter a test of your building material. Clayburn brick and other pro- ducts do not swell, warp, Shrink, -twist or deteriorate, Your build- ings are only as good as the materials of which they are built. It pays to estimate YEARLY DEPRECIATION in your build- ing costs. PERMANENOY is TRUE ECONOMY,

Highest grade Bricks, Tile, Drain Sewer Pipe, Etc. Ete,

ATRBRUSH PAINTERS

the better way

ave all penne large-surface work

Limited CLAYBURN, B.9,

Clayburn Co.,

;business successfully for many years.

terials, and it is safe to assume that construction costs will be isiderably lower this year than three or four years hence,

NE BLS OLUND . LEHMAN.

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

How often you promise yourself that ‘‘next time I’m around the store’’ you’re going to get several needed hardwaro articles. And every time you’ve gone back homc—to forget it until you needed it again. Why not check off some of the things you need

| and bring it with yout Btove Pipe V Wire Dish Drai Dutch Ovens, Door Checks, Oval Disk Pans; Oil Stoves, Flashlights, Weather Strips, Bar Solder, Set of Scales, Blow Torch, Oil and Putty,

f ‘Meat Grills, Good Lanterns, Coal Scuttles

g if it?s hardware, Knoll can = ( supply it. e TARGHST STOOK BUILDERS’ HARD WARE IN VALLEY

fe. KNOLL

Abbotsford, B.C.

Phone 28

ABBOTSFORD, LOCAL MENTION

Mr. Justice D. A. McDonald handed down judgment in Supreme Court last week in favor of a number of Lynden farmers for $30,000 damages sustained when fire swept from the A. L. M. and D, Co.’s holding and destroyed the farmers’ growing crops and grass.

Boyce Sutherby of Ladner was the guest at the homo of his uncle, F. Sutherby, last week.

On Monday evening, February 16 Franeis Bursill (‘‘Felix Penne’’) will give a lecture on Shakespeare at the Parish hall, under the auspices of the Abbotsford Men’s Club.

Rey. Mr. E. W. Biddell, new pastor of St. Matthew’s church will not ar- rive in Abbotsford until the end of February.. Writing from Smithers Mr. Biddell says the accident to his wife, who unfortunately broke her leg will delay him until nate next month.

_The monthly meeting of the W. A. of St. Matthew’s Church will be held in the Parish Hall at 2.30 p.m. on Friday, January 30.

On Wednesday ovening of this week Mrs. Tapp was hostess at a reception at her home in honor of the newly ap- pointed minister for St. Paul’s Church, Huntingdon, Rey. T. S. Paton, and family. The evening was a most sociable one, and much enjoyed by all.

The Mens Club are holding a whist drive and social next Monday night.

Contractor Olund has just completed the Orange hall addition at Mt. Leh- man,, and the Stanley Harvie residence and is starting wark on J, Mutch’s house at Clayburn. It will be a 6-room Colonial bungalow with full basement and all conveniences,

J. C. Tucker has started business in

SUMAS_AND_MATSQUI_NEWS ~__ Fi casasasarasesesctesesesesmas Sasso eSESRSESESESESES EA Coffee Talk

Coffee Prices Rule High and Firm

Brazil produced a record a saleable grade, to boost the prices.

Fresh Ground

wc rec I

crop of coffee but very little of

Buyers have bought so heavily of these as 28. ‘There is little hope lower for sonie time as only the production of large quautities of good coffce will lower the price.

that coffee will be

For a Limited Time only, we offer

A Fine Bulk Coffee, per lb.--50c

for Every Order

W. A. WATTIE

THE HOME OF GOOD THINGS TO BAT PHONE 67

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Veteran Concert Equals City Vdbille

Quite characteristic of a good English variety concert and equally excellent in its every detail was the entertainment given by the G.W.V.A, before a crowded audience in the Parish hall last Thursday, Presented entirely by local artists, the program made a great “hit’’ with the audience, who, as invited guests of the associa- tion, were later socially entertained with refreshments and dancing. E, Barrett, president of the veterans? local, was the agreeable chairman, who without imposing any formal oratory upon the gathering, introduced with commendable brevity the various “‘turns,??

The program provided plenty of var- iety. R.- Millard surprised all by his ability in reciting Lord Tennyson’s “Reyenge.’2 He strode the quarter- deck, fitting himself into the nautical

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24 hours a day

No matter what hour of the day or night you need our facilities, you will always find us available. tion ig prompt and the worl yell done. Join our increasing number of satisfied qustomers.

Our atten- always

20S Oe LaHARN TY EYEKOOO? OS

Abbotsford Motors

Star Durant Dealers

Phone 62

atmosphere of his piece and put his heart into the expression with an em- phasis that captured the applause of everybody present,

Versatile Professor Harvey was the backbone of the entertainment. His Violin selections “Japanese Sunset’? and ‘‘Hungarian Dance’? were musical gems interpreted by an accomplished entertainer. He was well accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Harvey.

Tommy Snashall appeared next with a lively love song ‘‘The Girl T Kissed on the Stairs.’ His enthusiastic ¢ gusto indicating anything but repentence, and _was decidedly Suggestive should another opportunity develop. As a yodler he went from bad. to worse— not that anything seemed to be wrong

Abbotsford as a ker and jeweler, He is bringing his stock from Veteran, Alta., where he was last in business, but is already for watch repairing in the Alexandra. Mr, Tucker had experience with Ding- wall’s, Winnipeg, and has followed his

Some readers are confusing this paper with the Sumas News,, which changed hands a week or two ago.

equipped jy

with his voice. In fact, he was a

The Mills Store

For the BEST of your HOUSEHOLD NEEDS

ANNUAL STOCKTAKING SALE

Quality Groceries, Well Chosen Dry Goods, Strong Boots, Shoes and Rubbers -

A number of local Caled visit- the Burn’s commemoration at Chilli- wack last Friday and report an en- joyable time. The Saturday meeting of the Society was made more inter- esting by a talk upon the Scottish poet given by Rev. Mr, Paton. The Cale- donians formally attended service in the Presbyterian church on Sunday, and were delivered a stirring sermon by Rev. Mr. Paton.

F, Broughton, proyincial constable has issued almost 300 auto licenses so far this year out of the 350 allotted to this district.

Frank McCallum, recently .return- ed from Ontario, Cal. is in no hurry to return to the sunny south. Frank tells us that our climate and conditions appeal to him far more than the south and he is going to stay in B.C. if cir- cumstances. permit.

A. H. Harrop reports that the watch and overcoat reported stolen from the local hall has been recovered. The loser of the watch, Mrs. Campbell, of Bellingham, found her timepiece under her car seat, and the missing overcoat was returned to its rigktful owner from whom it had been taken by mistake a few days later.

Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks of the Dominion of Canada and Newfoundland

Aldergrove Lodge No. 66

Regular Meetings First and Third Tuesdays at Aldergrove, B.C. Visiting Bretheren Cordially Weleome E.B.: 8. Campbell Secy.: M. C. Walker

ABBOTSFORD FEED STORE J. J. SPARROW

Hay, Grain, Flour aod Feed

Wholesale and Retail At the Old Stand Abbotsford

In Tn all our warehouses in the Fraser Valley we maintain complete and abundant stocks of all the standard feeds and mashes for poultrymen, seeds, hay, oats, flour and straw for . the farmer, and spraying chemicals and artificial fertilizer for the orchardist, in fact we can suuply you with practically any-

you need in our line at the very lowest prices G@onsult us about your feed problems; our selling experience at your disposal. Try our Poultry Mash, It’s a W-nner

_ Brackman & Ker Milling Company, Ltd.

_ Abbotsford branch - F. Marshall, local mgr.

AUCTION SALE

Second Saturdays

In the Abbotsford Auction Room

Bring in your goods and have them sold by auction.

J. COTTRILL

AUCTIONEER Dealer in COAL, WOOD, BRICK, LIME and CEMENT — TRANSTER & TRUCK SERVICE Phone 9

P. B. and L..SNASHALL, Prop.

on all lines

BIG REDUCTIONS

of Woollen Underwear,

Overalls, Boots, Etc, Zc,

fairly good singer. The Senior Mr, reciting

Snashall followed, Kipling’s ‘‘Gungha Din,’’ eulogizing a colorful Indian ‘army character, The reciter had his lines well memorized and by intonation and expression made his piece very vivid. Prof. Harvey next presented a sketch which provided roars of laughter. His cast of characters were a rotund English vicar of the provincial type, a retired ‘‘Colonel’? who Sings base

in the village choir and a young re¢-

tor, all of whom were humorously por-

CORPORATION OF THE VILLAGE OF ABBOTSFORD

ELECTION NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given te the electors of the Corporation of the Village of Abbotsford that a Poll has become necessary at thé election now pending for the same, and that I have granted such Poll; and further, that the persons duly nominated as Candidates at the said election and for whom only votes will be received are: Thorn, F. S., Abbotsford, Retired Webster, Edwin, Abbotsford, Dist. Rep. B.C.E. Ry. Hunt, E. A., Abbotsford, Retired Hulton-Harrop, A., Abbotsford, Rep. Imperial Oil Ltd. Higginson, J., Abbotsford, Farmer Parton, J. E., Abbotsford, Painter Marshall, F., Abbotsford, Rep. B. and K, Milling Oo. Benedict, O. W., Abbotsford, Keeper Of which all persons are hereby re- quired to take notice and govern themselves accordingly. Date of Election—29th day of January, 1925 Polling Place, Corporation Office, Ab- botsford, B.C. -From 9 o’clock a.m. to 7 o’clock p-m,, of which every person is hereby requested to take notice and govern themselves accordingly. - Given under my hand at Abbotsford this 26th. day of January, 1925. G. E. HAYES Returning Officer

Best Workmanship and Materials

Thos. Coogan

Quality Tailoring Gleaning and Presring

Store

Che Bungalow

Garage

A Proven Reputation

At this time of the year when your car needs repairs, the need is usually urgent and the demand for sbsolately reliable workmanship. In this connec- tion the staff of the Bungalow Garage have proven themselves during business career in this district. you call in the ‘‘Bungalow service’’ you are assured of skilled workman- ship and charges that will meet with your approval.

their When

Oils, Greases, Gasoline, Accessories GREGORY TIRES

MATSQUIS MODERN GARAGE

The Value of a Pharmacy Service

You cannot estimate in dollars and cents the value of an efficient pharmacy in a community. You never kiow when severe illness will make it a life and death necossity that medicine be im- mediately obtained. And when this need arises the Abbotsford Drug Store is never found wanting. With one of Widest ranges of high quality drugs in the Valley and fully qualified dispens-

ing facilities we are at your service.

Eric T. Weir

PRESCRIPTION DRUGGIST Phone 8 Abbotsford

Quick Truck

Transfer Service

Night or Day, no matter when or where you want goods moved youll find my light motor express service quick and efficient. My rates are low and I dis- charge every order personally , I want your business, and service that merits it.

E. J. BOYCE

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offer a

Always the Best Prices the Lowest

Delivery Service

White’s Meat Market |

Phone 41

Phone 55 Abbotsford

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trayed by Mr. Harvey. ‘‘Life is but a melancholy flower,’? a song of doubtful genesis, was soulfully render- ed by the Professor during his comedy he singing the trio voices with some ability and effective comicality. He ilso played another fine violin solo “The Cuckoo.’? Two excellent provided by

musical trios were

Mr. and Miss Andrews,

. Stuart and Snashall who play-

in airs on guitars and ukelelo,

Sandwiches, coffee and dancing ¢on-

cluded one of the most sociable socials

given in Abbotsford for a long time.

eee es

Miss Gwen Sumner spent the week-

end with Mrs. P, A, Buchanan of North Vancouver.

$7,000,000 LOST

Chiefly through lack of British Columbia

pay roll last year saw 10,- )00 people leave the province. This said Mr, W. L, Macken of Chilliwack in a recent address before the Vancouver Board of Trade, a loss of about $7,000,000. purchase of food stuffs, clothing and other goods,

Pacific Milk Co., Ltd.

Head Office: Vancouver, B.0. peas DES at Ladner and a Abpea

Make

Che Alexandra

Your Rendezvous

Teas Parties Candies Soft Drinks Smokers’ Supplies Gramophones Records

meant,

in

MRS. A. THORNTHWAITE

J. K. McMENEMY

HORSESHOER & GENERAL

BLACKSMITH

Phone 42X | ABBOTSFORD 15

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