January 14, 1941 THE FISHERMAN Page Th. ~ The following firms are on the "WE DO NOT PATRONIZE" list of the Vancouver, New Westminster and District Trades and Labor Council BARBER SHOPS Hotel Vancouver Barber Shop Taxi Barber Shop BAKERIES National Bakery Woman's Bakery DAIRIES Melrose Dairy Crystal Dairy Jersey Farms Dairy FUEL, Reliance Fuel & Heating Co. FOOD PRODUCTS Burns & Co. Products The W. H. Malkin Co. Ltd. MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS Pacific Lime Company PLUMBING & HEATING Mitchell Bros. RESTAURANTS Eden Cafe Peter Pan Cafe White Lunches Trocadero Cafe TAXICABS McLure's Taxi Co. TRANSFERS Broadway Messenger Service SHOE MANUFACTURERS J. Leckie Co., Ltd. SIGNS & PAINTERS Victor David Neon Signs David Decorators Ltd. Chas. David SHEET METAL SHOPS Alex Gair Mitchell Bros. Recipes (Contributed by Mrs. Margaret Taylor, Gabriola Island.) DREAM CAKES 1st part: 1 cup flour % cup butter 1% tbsps. white sugar Rub together as for pastry, and press mixture flat in bottom of a pan about 8" by 8. Bake in 325 degree oven until light brown. 2nd part: Beat 2 eggs, add 1 large cup brown sugar. Add 3 tbsps. flour, sifted with 1 tsp. baking powder and a pinch of salt. Add 1 cup chopped walnuts, % cup shredded cocoanut and 1 tsp. vanilla. Pour this over baked mixture and bake at 350 degrees for % hour. When cool, this may be iced if preferred. Alice Gavin Writes Editor, The Fisherman: I am writing in to congratulate you on the fine letters that have been getting into the Women's Own page lately. I was very interested in the letters from one sister, Dama Cogswell. I'm sure there must be many more women who feel as she does, and I'm sure if they would only write in and express their views it would be a great encouragement to the champions of the people's rights, such as Dorise Neilson. I read that very fine speech Mrs. Neilson made in the House, and couldn't help thinking we ought to be proud of having such a courageous representative of our sex representing the people. Women of courage and understanding are needed so much in these times of distress and destruction to help lead the people on to a happier day, when brotherly love and unity shall make this weary old earth a happier place to live in, when the mothers shall be able to bring up their children in comfort and security. We can only obtain these conditions by giving all the support and encouragement possible to those who are fighting for these rights today. Before I close I would like to wish all my friends and sisters in Vancouver and on the coast, a very successful New Year. ALICE GAVIN. Looking At The Convention From A Woman's Angle By MRS. AGNES HILL That more local Women's Auxiliaries should be set up, is realized by all the delegates who attended the highly successful recent convention of the Pacific Coast Fishermen's Union and Women's Auxiaries. In the three days during which the delegates were together it was realized that this contact should be maintained throughout the year and that all W.A.'s and members out fishing should correspond with The Fisherman and headquarters. The latter would distribute news of how they are progressing, to other groups Friends and WA. members will be glad to hear that Mrs. Sabin, who has been ill for several days, is now much better. PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS! CITY TAXI SEy. 0988 TRin. 1000 24-Hour Service—Fully Insured Stand: 404 Columbia, Vancouver 446 Railway St. High. 6060 Pressed Metal Products Ltd. Union Vancouver Made Manufacturers of Badges, Medals, Lapel Buttons. Metal Stampings. Dies, Kach Mor & Mak-Em Bite Spoons, Memorial Plates, Etc. Congratulations Finally, after much secrecy and wondering, it was discovered why James Bell, cook on the Pacinaco No. 1, was in such a hurry to get home for the Christmas holidays. Imagine the surprise of the rest of the crew on the boat to discover he had a son and heir waiting for him, born only a day or so prior to his arriving in town. Heartiest congratulations are extended and it has been suggested Pacinaco No. 3 would be a good name for the little fellow. We don't know how Jimmy pulled himself away, but the Pacinaco left as per schedule after the holidays. They were also impressed that W.A.'s not only should, but must be set up wherever possible. Comparing notes at the convention the work of the Auxiliaries during the past years, especially the year 1940, has shown their grit, because it has been hard work, considering the war, with its effect on prices, etc. The delegates expressed their confidence in building and strengthening their Auxiliaries, as they realize the economic distress that will prevail if we don't fight for fish prices, v and this can only be done by the cooperation of everyone. Success and progress was the keynote for the coming year, but emphasis was laid on the fact that every member should realize their importance to the fishing industry; and that their efforts do count. Only combined efforts will bring this progress. Let next convention show more gains than ever. In discussing our problems it was mentioned that sometimes there is a feeling that little was gained at some particular meeting so there were no results to publish in the paper. The convention urged these about during the PCFU convention of three days as an example of unity, are the following: 1. The convention delegates went as a body to parade with the Hotel and Restaurant Workers in their mass picket line, as it was realized that what affects one union affects all. Collections were taken up to afford immediate assistance. 2. All the delegates and some sister members made sandwiches for the convention dance. For thes<; Sandwiches there was bread, hem, cheese, butter, sausage; crackers and cheese and wax paper for wrapping. The material for sandwiches alone, especially when made in numbers of a thousand and more, amounts to a lot of money. The delegates saw to it that every item was bought from a union shop. They also patronized only union restaurants. These are only a few of the many things in every-day life that the members can take up. It was found that the question of high food prices and living costs in general is already taken up by the Housewives' League, with whom the Auxiliary No. 1 work in close harmony and some belong to as individuals. It is an organization that every housewife and con- groups to remember: the fact that sumer should support. Whenever A Good Old- i Fashioned Meal I've sipped a rich man's sparkling wine, His silverware I've handled. I've placed these battered legs of mine 'Neath tables gaily candled. I dine on rare and costly fare Whene'er good fortune lets me, But there's no meal that can compare With those the missus gets me. I've had your steaks three inches thick With all your Sam Ward trimming, I've had the breast of milk-fed chick In luscious gravy swimming. To dine in swell cafe or club But irritates and frets me; Give me the plain and wholesome grub— The grub the missus gets me. Two kiddies smiling at the board, The cook right at the table, The four of us, a hungry horde, To beat that none is able. A big meat pie, with flaky crust; 'Tis then that joy besets me; Oh, I could eat until I "bust," Those meals the missus gets me. JONES' for Waterproof Clothing We Carry a Full Line of Work Clothing, Rubber Boots, Black Diamond Rubber Suits, Oilskins We Manufacture CANVAS GOODS^ of Every Description SAILS — TARPAULINS — SKATE COVERS — ETC. Write for Catalogue and Price List JONES TENT & AWNING LTD. 43 W. HASTINGS ST. Wholesale & Retail VANCOUVER, B.C. < PURITY BREAD The loaf that stays FRESH longer! New scientific methods of mixing and baking have just been introduced by Robertson's Bakeries Ltd. The fresh and delicious wholesome qualities of Purity Bread are now preserved for a much longer period than ordinary old-fashioned bread. Buy Purity and you will enjoy the best when it's fresh! ROBERTSON'S BAKERIES LTD. "The House of Purity" they gathered together and had a meeting in itself is a good news item. They also agreed it safe to state by the reports of delegates of the W.A.'s that their record of regular meetings and attendance is almost unequalled by any organization. It was found that there are some members of the Auxiliary in localities where there aren't enough fishermen's wives to set up an Auxiliary, but they are carrying on just the same. Another item was discovered by comparing notes that the good work of helping with socials, dances, knitting, donating home cooking, etc., for sales of work is not confined to members of the Auxiliary. There are many supporters who are not fishermen's wives, but realize that by helping in this work they are helping not only the fishermen but themselves as well. Many thanks was voted to these women, who are in every local. Suggestions for carrying on organizational work among women was emphasized. Also that it will have tn be taken up by the women themselves as whatever the reason for this may be, the main one voiced and agreed on was the actual work of trying to make a living keeps the men's minds occupied so that they, being taken up with financial problems overlook the fact that until perfect understanding of economic conditions are developed by bringing in their wives something will always be lacking. It was hoped these women would encourage their men to attend the local union meetings, as there are many vital questions to decide now that salmon fishing begins early in the year. The question of food items are important. It is found that prices of even locally produced foods went up a lot last year; and in all likelihood will be still higher this year. Using the product produced by the fishermen as an example, it was found that, fish which is locally caught and canned, is so high in price it is a luxury to buy, considering the price the fishermen get and the price of fish after canning. No fisherman could even afford to live on fish at that rate. The exorbitant price on necessary foodstuffs such as tea, sugar, butter, eggs, bacon, and many others out on the fishing grounds was discussed. It is found that where there are co-op stores these things are adjusted, but in other places this could also be done, it was hopefully thought, and no doubt will be if, as has been said before, the members stick together. A few of the items which came and wherever possible, set up a branch. All details can be had from headquarters. The W.A. delegates all agreed that the effort of coming in for the convention was well worth it, and that by the next convention they will have even more delegates there, as it will be kept in mind and preparations made beforehand. It wound up with an urgent request to remember the slogan of the W.A. of the PCFU and allied workers: "Unity Our Aim." The following is a list of the delegates who attended the convention: Local 1 W.A., Mrs. Hill and Mrs. Sabin; Local 5 W.A., Mrs. Barclay, Mrs. Grey; Sunbury W.A., Mrs. Mannus, Mrs. Oja; Sointula W.A., Mrs. Kaario. U.F.F.V. Women To Organize The first move toward organizing a women's auxiliary to the United Fishermen's Union is being made Friday, January 17th, when a get-together of the wives, sisters and mothers of members of Local 44 is being held. All interested women are invited and the gathering will be held at the home of Mrs. W. Burgess, 916 West Broadway. Of Interest Norman MacKay, 16-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Dave MacKay, is home recovering from an operation for appendiccitis. Norman was confined to St. Paul's hospital over the holiday season. We are glad to report he is now well on the road to recovery. Card of Thanks Janet Tynjala and family wish to thank their friends, both in Sointula and Vancouver, for their kindness, sympathy, flowers and wreaths in their recent bereavement. Sunbury W.A. Elects Officers By MRS. H. OJA The Sunbury W.A. monthly meeting was held January 6, at the home of Mrs. H. Oja. Eight members were present and two guests. An election of officers took place and the following slate was elected: President, Miss Mamie Oja, reelected; secretary, Mrs. H. Oja, re-elected; treasurer, Mrs. A. Schuit; organizer, Mrs. T. Maunus; news reporter, Mrs. H. Oja; auditors, Mrs. B. Sjoblom and Mrs. T. Maunus. Mrs. T. Manunus and Mrs. H. Oja were elected as delegates to the PCFU convention. We wish M. Tapio, who has been sick in bed for some time, a speedy recovery. We also wish all our sisters and friends a happy New Year. The next meeting of our Auxiliary will be held at the home of Mrs. Sjoblom on February 4. All fishermen's womenfolk are invited. Japanese Press For U.S. Marhet Because the British Government has shunned Japan's 1940 pack of rel salmon and given preference instead to British Columbia, anxious Japanese packers have been trying to unload $9,000,000 worth of the product in the United States market—and so far there have been no takers. Vancouver packing interests expect that by the end of the season sales of canned salmon to the United Kingdom will be as great if not greater than last year, valued at around five or six million dollars. Apart from chum quarted pack, there has been a ready sale for B.C. canned salmon overseas despite war conditions, and there will probably be no material carryover. While the Japanese offered to maintain prices according to prevailing standards and launch a national advertising campaign if permitted to dispose of their product in the American market, the whole scheme has been protested by American fishing interests. "Because they have definite international aspects and might well affect the relationships of governments, we have felt duty bound respectfully to lay before you the facts relative to this proposal and reasons for its rejection," wrote the committee of the Protection of Pacific Coast Fisheries to Secretary of State Cordell Hull. The complaint charged that Japan had lost its greatest canned salmon market, Great Britain, by its alignment with the Rome-Berlin axis, and was trying to counteract the loss by arranging for shipping 680,000 cases of canned red salmon into the United States. 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"C-I-L" Marine & House Paints, Varnishes, Enamels Brushes and Pure Linseed Oils 11 W. Hastings SEy. 4636 PACIFIC MILK Vacuum Packed and Irradiated MADE IN B.C. 2nd Annual Valentine Dance Second Annual Valentine Day Dance will be held on Friday, Feb. 14th, at the Hastings Auditorium. This will be a joint affair by Vancouver Local No. 1 and North Arm Local No. 5 of the P.C.F.U. John Hansen Wins Rubber Boots The draw for the gum boots, sponsored by the Women's Auxiliaries of Locals 1 and 5, was held January 11, at Union Headquarters. A member from Local 5 drew the lucky ticket which was held by John Hansen of Sointula. Congratulations, Brother Hansen, we hope your good luck continues throughout all of 1941. Meeting Notice The next regular meeting of the Vancouver Local No. 1, PCFU, Women's Auxiliary, will be held Tuesday, Jan. 21, in the home of Mrs. Greening, Pender Street Eest. Members are to meet at Hastings and Main at 7:15 o'clock. Convention Dance Successful A very successful dance was held in the Hastings Auditorium to mark the closing of the PCFU Convention on January 10. Delegates and members of the Women's Auxiliaries worked hard in conjunction with the committee in charge to make the dance an enjoyable one, and their efforts were not in vain. OBITUARY Alex Tauren, veteran fisherman of Sointula district, passed away in the Alert Bay hospital December 28. A man with union principles, Brother Tauren has been a member of the PCFU for many years. He will be sadly missed by union brothers and friends in Sointula, Alert Bay and up coast. Burial took place in Alert Bay. I.B.U. Dance On Monday, January 20th, the Inlandboatmen's Union are holding another of their popular social evenings and dances at the union hall, 138 E. Cordova Street. Agood orchestra will be in attendance and refreshments will be served. Everyone is assured of an enjoyable evening. Admission will be twenty-five cents. 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