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Edmonton Journal from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada • 19

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Edmonton Journali
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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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ITS EASY TO PAY TILE NATIONAL WAY COLUMBIA BMIiAL SITS Self adjusts ot the natural shape of jour ltr EJmtnntmt Jmtrual linger, one tarai 57 1 nil BothlUnss Pat 9 MODERN TWO PIECE Chesterfield Suite neeklv Sill PHONE ftiaiional SOLD ft ONLY VJ Styled and tailored in new fabric. Special Value lw AT inttt Janer Ave. 4t Phone SECTION TWO EDMONTON. ALBERTA. THURSDAY.

MAY 31. 1956 PAGK 19 Edmonton' Leading Credit Jewellers Carver To Fashion "Master" Bird Squawks; Boy Caughf Four In Family Injured; 3 Other Persons Hurt Bottle Marked 'Poison' Blamed For 4 Deaths Alberto Courts To Display Plaques A young bird's egg collector who wanted a rare specimen! and so climbed into the cage of a golden pheasant, in Borden Park zoo, was caught in the act Seven persons, four from one family, were injured in Edmonton traffic Wednesday. Injured members of the Arnold Erickson family of 12214 123 Stare: Mrs. Erickson, left eye injury; Laverne, 12. head abrasions; Flora May, 9, bruised left knee; and Tim, 6, cut to forehead.

Others injured were Lewis Pirlot. 15, 12124 I Wednesday after the truck In which the lads were riding crashed into trees on the boulevard of 121 St. and 104 Ave. Police said the driver, Robert A. Pirlot, 11318 63 has been 'summoned for careless driving.

Damage to the truck amounted to $500. Mary Bendrien was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital for treats BY AL ROWE A master carver now is at work in Edmonton reproducing a Canadian, coat of arms for use as Alberta courtrooms the "symfiol of authority" long missing in courtd throughout the province. Prior to the renovation of the city courthouse four years ago, ihe English coat of arms liung in the old criminal court, courtroom No. 5, but this is to be replaced by. the Canadian armorial bear--ings.

authorized by King George Nov. 21, 1921. For some months, Arnold Mikei-sons, of 8315 73 has been at work on the project. Mr. Mikel- Drinking wood alcohol from a' bottle clearly marked caused the deaths of four In- dians, a coroner's jury ruled Wednesday.

I Dr. M. M. Cantor, chief pro-! vincial coroner, conducted the inquest into the deaths of Agnes Bugler, her son Joseph Oxiben and Ernest Nico-; tine, all -of the Red Pheasant band from the North Battleford area in Saskatchewan. A fifth; person, Ivan Eaglechief, 25, still; Is in serious condition in the Charles CamseU Hospital.

Doc-j tors are striving to save his eye- sight, which has been impaired; seriously by alcoholic Noting that there are no gov-j ernment regulations restricting the sale of wood alcohol. Dr. Cantor said there would be no reason for the jury to recom-j mend that restrictions be imposed. "Wood alcohol is used so much in industry there is no reason to restrict its sale," Dr. Cantor said, adding that it comes the same class as poisons and any quantities sold must be clearly marked as poison.

The doctor said the bottle purchased by the Indians from when the bird squawked. Caretaker August Hunt. 10735 123 called police Wednesday afternoon and turned into their! custody the 12-year-old boy.1 Hunt said he was attracted to the pheasant cage by the crowing of the birds and found the lad looking for eggs. The boy-explained he had heard eggs are destroyed at the zoo, so wanted one for his collection before they yere destroyed. Police said the boy had climbed through a hole in the fence but was unsuccessful in finding an egg.

He was warned and taken home. 60 face and head cuts; John 12. also of 12124 60 cut lips, and Mary Bendrien. of 11727 92 elbow abrasion. Vehicle damage from these mishaps amounted to about $3,000, according to police estimates.

rnent about 4 p.m. Wednesday after a car-truck mishap on 80 St. at 120 Ave, Police said she was a passenger in a car operated by Steve Kam-ineski, 21, ol Calgary, who has been charged with failing to yield the right of way. The truck driver, according to police, was Melvin William Bolton of 11006 149 St. Police said the north bound Kamineski car received about $300 damage.

They said the car's right side and roof were buckled. The the imperial Hardware in Dray 14 ACCIDENTS Traffic police said Thursday 14 mishaps were investigated Wednesday and early Thursday, and summonses had been issued in connection with eight of them. Members of the Erickson family were taken to the General Hospital at 7 p.m. Wednesday following a two-car smash on 118 St. at 103 Ave.

The other driver, Seigfried sons, who learned nis crati in nis native Latvia, first started on cherry wood, but abandoned it as too hard after breaking three chisels. think I'll work with something softer," he told The Journal "possibly silver birch. I have promised to have the work finished in 12 Mr. Mikelsons' creation will be used as a master mould from which coats of arms will be made for all, courtrooms in Alberta. The process used will be to pour a i west bound truck, they said, re ton valley, mues souinwesi, of Edmonton, was marked with a poison label and they knew what they were drinking." FOUND ON STREET Nicotine, found lying unconscious on a Drayton Valley street Friday night, was rushed to Edmonton that night, but died the next day.

On Saturday, a doctor from the town, Dr. T. H. Brooks, went to acamp about two miles from (Continued on Page Col. 5) ceived about $300 damage to the grill, radiator and hood.

North To Send Cooler Air Here Cooler air from the north will drop temperatures in Alberta by 10 degrees Friday but the weather will remain sunny and mild, the weatherman said Thursday. A weather system moving southeastward from the Peace Rivpr riktrirr. will nrMitco thiin. heated compound of rubber and Hoffman of Stony Plain, has been summoned for failing to yield the right of way. Police said the Erickson car.

driven by Mr. Erickson, received about $1,000 damage while the Hoffman vehicle received about $200. Police said the south-bound Erickson car was struck on the left side, then swung crosswise, coming to rest on the southwest corner of the intersection. OUT they must GO! Prior to Annual Stock Taking OPEN TONITE TIL 9 P.M. ARNOLD MIKELSONS CARVES PLAQUE rf.ctn, a gelatine over his carving, which can then be peeled off "like a rubber glove." Into the "glove" will be poured plaster of paris, and CFRN'TV A a design supplied by the Queen'stauthority is the armorial bearings, "enina it is still sunny, DAYS! hnn? behind the bench." Ine saw.

ine ram wiu rje accom ol repiicas; Printer, Ottawa. the required number produced. The arms will be up to date, At present, unadorned wood Panied by a shift in wind. naiwllins forms the hackHrnn tn weather disturbance Will he is working in moreover, for DESIGN SUPPLIED the judges' benches in the Edmon Edmonton district about TRUCK HITS TREES The block of wood will be th the- ton courthouse. Behind Maeisfrste midnight Thursday.

twis uiot ana jonn courtereil Queen Elizabeth, who has express Barclay in cit.v Dnlice court, how-i Wednesday's high was 70 and ly were taken to General Hospital by Smith Ambulance at 10:05 p.m. i IU.I MWLIVMI VIW inches wide, 29 high, with a maximum depth of 2lb inches. From this he will carve the intricata details of the arms, working from ever, hangs a Union Jack, together' "lc vcimSin iuw ed preference for the St. Edward's crown over its Tudor counterpart, which formerly surmounted the Canadian bearings. According to court officials.

Germon Shepherd Owners or Prospective Owners Edmonton now has a German Shepherd 'and obedience club for the betterment and training gf shepherds. We request all owners to join. For information Phone 780529 or 3185. with a portrait of the Queen. Tma? wm suy wlln a rtiii-p mnm-i fd lhiSh of TO-the weatherman said.

HAS CHIEF MODELLER Nortnerly winds aM5 miles an FRIGIDAIKE 6.1 cu. ft. CI CO Ree. $269. Special Thurs.

Fri. Sat TRADE-IN Your CAR RADIO HOUSE RADIO WASHING MACHINE REFRIGERATOR ICE BOX or Anything of Volue I KIOlllAIKt, nearly 8 cu. ft. The man commissioned to create nour Wju replace the 20-mile-an- the coat of arms for Alberta's $184.95 Reg. $269.

Hneclftl ni'vi-nAi. FI.KfTRIf!. nearly 10 cubic foot. 2d9 Reg. 1334, Special SEMI-BILT GARAGES Modern design easy to build.

M. D. Muttart Ltd. Ph. 45111 CORRECTION! NO LIVE MODELLING courts, Mr.

MikeLgpns, had long experience as an artisan, In Latvia and England, where he spent six years, part of the time as chief modeller at the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain factory. hour south winds of Thursday. PROTEST SMOKING LONDON (CP) A ban on smoking in all theatres and movie houses "in the interests of health and prevention of fire" was suggested by a society in a submission to Home Secretary Major Gwilyra Lloyd-George. TELEVISION "Chief Justice G. B.

O'Connor is i taking a great interest in having the bearings placed in all court houses in Alberta, and has appointed Mr. Justice Boyd McBride and Mr. Justice E. B. Wilson as a committee to gather information on the subject." I The chief justice, the officials said, "has received the full cooperation of the provincial public works department, and other government officials.

Including gov- fnmont Qrfhlt.tc in epHiniT tin Up To He came to Canada from Eng land three years ago, and is 150 employed as a draftsman by a city At Our South Side Store TONIGHT ft stated In last night' SALESLADY WANTED Top wages for saleslady experienced in women's ready-to-wear. Should be capable of assuming responsibility. Apply immediately to MORTONS Ltd. Jasper ot 103rd architect. Asked if he has consid Allowed on Our NEW aavernsmeni (Includes 90-Day Service Policy and Indoor Antenna).

17" (1KNEKAL CldQ 50 ELECTRIC, special 21" GENERAL CI 7Q Cfl ELECTRIC, special 24" GENERAL CAQ ftft ELECTRIC. Special tW3iW 1" SVLVAMA COXftoLE. $319.00 TRUCKERS Loading Loom, Thursday, Friday, Saturday Hl-hnav H. one mile East of city limits at Western Arch Rib Structures. Phone 62756 FOR SALE 1935 Packard Super 1953 Buick Super Low mlleiiRe I'lillv equipped HAINSTOCK SON, LTD.

TELEVISION Mineral Directors 10541 81 Ave. Ph. WASHERS ered going back to carving as a full-time job, he said, "Oite has to live. I have a wife and three children to support, and can earn only about $100 a month I carve now only as a hobby." Meanwhile, the old coat of arms which once hung in courtroom NoJ 5, is in 'Retirement," propped) against the wall near the judges' chambers. The oaken crest dates back to 1901.

VANISHING VEHICLES The last streetcar in London, England, made its final trip in 1952. machinery in motion. LEGION REQUEST It was reported from Calgary recently that the Alberta command of the Canadian Legion has asked the government to consider placing national flags In the province's courts for use during citizenship celebrations. Mr. Justice Boyd McBride, In an interview here, said: "If the government is considering flags draped beside the coat of arms, I assume the judiciary would have MECHANIC WANTED Immediately with tune-up experience, reference and license.

Phone 20237 FOR SALE 1953 "88" Olds 4 door sedan Equipped. May he seen at HOPE MOTORS 102 Street and Vt'hvte Avenne LEONARD wringer type. Reg; 149. Your CCQ CA old washer and yOSuW LEONARD semi-automatic. $169 LEONARD Automatic.

Reg. Your QIQQj old washer. and ONLY 4 DAYS To pick up your tickets tor The 4 KNIGHTS Capitol Recording "Stars Appearing in person at The Ksfe of Capri Supper Club, Ph. 892614 One Week Only June 4th to 9th A I Cfl Dancing Nightly to Toiiiinv Hanks Quartet from 9 p.m. 1S42S-1 1 1th Ave.

Ticket sale at Isle of Capri or Hcintzman's Tomorrow's Styling Todar! 6-Room CALIFORNIA BUNGALOW 6 Months Old On bus route in all-new exclusive district, June occupancy. RANGES no objections, but the important thing is not flags; it's the coat of arms." "There Is no tradition of flags in courthouses in Canada," he con- JjOW aown payment. 8720 66 Ave. REVENUE PROPERTY For Sale. Choice City Centre Location.

One three room, one four room suite. Must be sold, (16,800. No agents please. Apply owner 1 041 Jasper Black Loam For Sale Loaded or Delivered HOUG CONSTRUCTION LTD. Ph.

35288, after hours: 5S1806 Pi tinued. "The traditional symbol oi ELECTRIC 220 volt. G.E. with push button? and clock control and giant oven. CI QQ Special GAS Custom, Deluxe, with electric clock.

CI QQ Reg. $249. Special ALL SIZES COLOURS AVAILABLE. No Down Payment! Easy Payments CLOTHES DRYERS BARGAIN SPECIALS For THURSDAY, FRIDAY Cr SATURDAY FOR RENT NewStore Space Available approximately July 15. 15' 70' with some storage space in basement.

Location 10848 82 Ave. NORC-E 110 or 220 volt. 4 CO electric. Special GRAVEL Crushed or Pit Run Best Grade Fill Gravel We deliver or load jour trucks Parking Lots Graded and Gravelled Phone 4 197 4 24875 After Hours 87398 62679 DALES BROS. LTD.

As CONCRETE CONTRACTOR Licensed and bonded With It vear experience In Industrial floors, service stations, slmkrard buying stations, cement sidewalks and drlenvs. Patios, Keeping tile, resurfacing walls, water proofing, riinian nrlik and retaining walls. Landscaping, bulldozing, traitor work and front end loading. Black loam $10.00 a load, loading now at lover Har. No.

highway, 1 block past the (iov't, scales, within miles (C licence zone) on pavement. Truckers loaded $1.50 per load. Loading till dark. Phone Alex Geier Junior, Ph. 86129 iAS DRYERS.

FRf. 309. Special Women's High Heel Pumps and Sandals $.50 C5j In white, panama pink, baby blue and green, ff Low Ai Regular $6.95. Sale pe ACT FAST Phone 38605 CASH AND CARRY SPECIALS SERVICE CONTRACTS ANTENNA INCLUDED! G.E. KETTLE.

$8.75 Ren. $1195. Special Men's Good Quality Gabardine Pants In grev, blue, fawn and brown. Sizes 28 to 40. CT QC Beg.

12.50. Sale Another Line of Gabardine Pants Regular $8.50. Sale Price $5.95 Men's Summer Work Shirts Assorted colors. Reg. $3.95.

Sale $1.95 G.fi. MIXER, C17 QC Reg. $21.95, Special G.E. IRON, Reg. $8.25 $10.95.

Special SALE! Less than Cost TELEVISION BASES'. STANDS. Rotary STANDS. ANTENNAE See Our Big Selection on the Floor. $1.95 up Open Thursday til 9 ALL DAY SATURDAY SWIFT CANADIAN CO.

LTD. Require THREE SALESMEN for Country Territories. Must have Grade 12 Graduation Certificates and be able to obtain bond. Preferred Age: 35 or under Car Supplied, Salary and Expenses Apply Edmonton Office Daily Nurses White Oxfords Women's California Casuals Regular $7.95. 7C Sale Price IJ.sJJ Regular $6.95.

OK OU1C i 1 1 9914-109 Street Phone 47295 T0838 124 St. Ph. 86343 MEN'S SATURDAY IS BROWN CALF OXFORDS Regular SIO.fl'. SAI.K AT BOTH STORES mmAY When Thinking of NEW or USED APPLIANCES Think of $5.55 WATCH TOMORROW'S PAPER FOR TERRIFIC SAYINGS. Don't Miss Soufh Side Eiectric's PRE -MOVING SALE TREMENDOUS SAVINGS on ALL APPLIANCES! OPEN TONIGHT TILL 9 p.m.

SOUTH SIDE ELECTRIC "BIGGEST CASH DISCOUNTS TO CASH BUYERS" 10546-Whyt. Ave. Phont 31313, 32617 LOWIS' BARGAIN CENTRE 8126- 103 Street Phone 30197 Open Thursday Night 'til 9 p.m. Opposite South Side C.P.R. Station Operated by Tom Lowii late of Lords Lid.

97th STREET WAREHOUSE SALES FLOOR 99th St. and 103rd Ave. virj fjTjjcrtiLfw 1 W' X3 WE NEED USED APPLIANCES TRADE YOURS TODAY Here's a REAL Special! I irMRBivw ft You Are Cordially Invited Jo The Grand Opening June 1st of Lea's Flower Shop Edmonton's newest and most rxeitlni flower slum, sneclnl- 1 REFRIGERATOR Hi. mil-Width l.ocker I ull-Wldlh hlller Locker lull-Wldlh Sliding t'rlsper Handy Lgg-rarlt and 3 spurious door racks Til-? ALMOST 10 Cu. Ft.

R09. $309.95 SPECIAL 229.95 i.i 7 I. fsJS 4 mum in luishkc3, wcQuing ana iunciai an angcmrni as wen i iiumi auto. No Trade-In Required! free Corsages tvm tlv as lllmtriited NO MONEY DOWN $8 monthly Phone Orders Accepted Door Prizes To awarded 81st June To be present to the first so women Is WHERE YOU CAN BUY AT EVERYDAY LOW PRICES. NEW, USED, DEMONSTRATORS AND RECONDITIONED APPLIANCES, ON EASY TERMS.

Refrigerator TelcvUon Gaa Ranges Combination Radios Electric Rarmrf i PlMot Automatic YUnhrrt Aul.mall Ilrwr. Wringer Washers Automatic Dryer. CONVENIENT PARKING LOT FOR CUSTOMERS SEE PAGE 3 I OK OUR BIG TAKE-A-CHANCE SALE! Bin I LEA'S FLOWER SHOP 7T 10012 Whyt Art. Phont 30384.

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