FRIDAY, JULY 18-1924
SHAMEEN STRIKE.
ARMS FROM EUROPE.
STEVEDORES NOW TAKE A HAND.
CROWN NOT READY,
SOLICITORS PROTEST.
CORRESPONDENCE.
THE CHINA MAIL.
SUNDAY LABOUR. ·
RIVER SKIPPER FINED.
OTHER HARBOUR OFFENCES,
T
HUGHES HELPED."
AN EASTERN ENTERPRISE.
AGAT.COM
£20,000 LIBEL SUÏT.
PEAK TRAM FARES.
[To the Editor of the China Mail.
Lieut.-Commander Conway Sir-On May 15 last you Hake, R.N., sitting as Magistrate
Letter From Mr. Kotewall. Further protests were made by published information regarding in the Marthe Court this morning, defending solicitors at the Central an alteration in the fares in had before him several cases of Magistracy this morning in the case connection with the Peak Trams, the usual type of port Infringe-
Arthur Nickells Bishop, who is suing Smith's Newspapers, Ltd., in which three men, thought to be In order to make the matter clearer ments. part of a group responsible for the Ibeg to quote in full what you then Police prosecuted Tam Kwan, libel in articles published in Inspector Bond of the Water for £20,000 damages for alleged importation of arms into the published:----
Male patrons of the Peak master of the Wuchow steamer Smith's Weekly dealing with his Colony, are charged with import-
Sun On" for working cargo, at Tramways will learn with grati-- ing arms without a licence.
fication of a reduction which has the Yuen Un wharf, without a business career in the East. was further gross-examined in the been made in the cost of, their permit, on Sunday, July 13. season tickets. The new system
Defendant's excuse was that his Supreme Court, Sydney."
Mr. Watt, K.Ç. (for defendants): brings down the cost of their load of 220 toos had been dis- tickets $3 per month..
charged by Saturday and what the Do you adhere to your statement Under this new arrangement, inspector saw being removed from that you were appointed Queens- there will be no more quarterly the ship on to the Wharf, belonged land Trade Commissioner, in the season tickets on "the trams. to the crew,
East? Previously, adult men paid $36 His Worship ordered the master per three months for their to pay $75 for the permit which he ticket. In future, all adults will had omitted to apply for and will have to pay $9 per month fined him a further $10. for a season ticket. This means that ladies will pay the same as their escorts, an increase of $1 рет month. Before, women passengers paid $24 for three
MEDIATION IS PROBABLE.
(From Our Special Correspondent) Practically all the 2,000 men and 300 women connected with foreign hongs or familles in Shameen, Cunton, left the foreign
Several adjournments had prev concession July 17 to join the viously been granted the Crown strike against the new traffic and and owing to the protest of police regulations there. The Messrs E. Davidson. and H. C. strike was to begin July 16 and Macnamara, defending solicitors, all were expected to leave the Mr. R E. Lindsell had fixed this concession by six o'clock in the morning, for the Crown to give of the case afternoon of July 15, but more some Indication
At a previous than 30 remnined with their against the men. employers up to the 17th. This hearing, Mr. Lindsel! had agreed Was discovered by the committee with Mr. Davidson that it was not directing the strike and every one right that the men should have to had to leave or suffer accordingly. appear week after week without whatever being
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The Stevedores Union in Canton bas decided to sympathize with Addressing Messrs Davidson the Shameen Chinese in their pre- and Macnamara this morning, sent strike against what they Mr. Lindsell said that Mr. Perdue, believe to be unreasonable and Assistant Director of Criminal insulting regulations, and no goods Intelligence, had been to will be transported by union mem-him and it appeared that the examined bers
from any steamer, to documents so far Shameen.
were not sufficient for the crown Dr. C. C.. Wu, Dr. Sun Yat-sen's to base any sort of opening case Secretary of Foreign Affairs, has on. offered his good offices to effect a reconciliation between, Shameen Chinese and the British and French authorities in the con- cession. Besides Dr. Wu, the General Chamber of Commerce of Canton and other influential bodies are now doing their best to bring about an early settlement of the
He (Mr. Lindsell) had in- dicated that he was prepared to grant a further week's remand and
the i if at the end of that time the Crown solicitor was able to state a prima facie case a further remand for the full hearing would be granted; if case could not be made out against at least one of the men they would be discharged.
INNOCENT MEN?
a
dispute. What the Chinese object Mr. Davidson said he would
against these people was one of importing arms without a licence,
months.
to most is the requiring of photo-like to observe that the charge What I wish to be allowed to do graphs of Chinese resident in Sharmeen who wish to pass the gates outside the regulated hours and the specifying of certain roads where Chinese may walk while in Shameen.
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MOTOR BOAT OFFENCES.
Plaintiff: Yes.
Bishop added that he was em ployed by the Queensland Govern ment on a commission basis only. Four masters of motor-boats were but ir. Theodore verbally offered mulcted in fines of varying sums. him a salary of £500. When examined by Lance- Is it a fact that you never at Sergeant Darkin on July 12, the any time got any appointment motor-boat "Tak Hung No. 1" from the Government as such? was found to be under way with No. I have a letter confirming it. out a certificated coxswain. There were three previous convictions against him and he was fined $20
Questioned regarding the Hong- kong Mercantile Company, Bishop said that he had advertised in The master of the "Sing Foo"
January, 1920, for a representa- pleaded guilty to not having ative at a salary of £750, He had certified engineer on board on
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the occasion of Lance-Sergeant authority to do this. Mr. Julius FEROL ALOOFER Hughes' visit on July 11. The Marcus was actually appointed at master of the "Sing Fook" like a salary of £8 a week and wise admitted an offence in respect expenses, which the plaintiff paid of July 13 and each of these two out of his own pocket. was fined $5.
Children's tickets for the month will cost $4.50 and second class tickets for nurses, sisters, and school teachers only, $750.
According to the Tramways' announcement, a pro rata rate will be made on the unexpired portion of the quarterly tickets if surrendered as from and in cluding the first day of the month oply, but not when a monthly ticket is taken: There will be
Mr. Watt: Did you ever tell Miss no refund on a monthly ticket.
For failing to observe the rules Baxter, a typist in your employ. You will remember that "May Rodents as they described of the road on July 11, the master that you only put this advertise
George Bing Noment in the paper to find out the themselves-did not learn "with of motor boat
Evidence class and number of persons cap- gratification "of these alterations- 6" was fined $10. spluttered a protest and retired to against him was given by Lance-able of Alling a position such as Three stor using drags in getting less than £700 a year- their haunts. That by the way. Sergeant Bradsell.
Three fishing-boat masters were you yourself had, and who were to draw attention to the abuse of the rate of reduced fares for the man-of-war anchorage and the Absurda
Mr. Watt: Did you suggest in a but the offence under the section nurses, sisters and school teachers, One of them pleaded that he was letter to your principals that Mr.
Wanchai anchorage on July 16. was not to obtain a licence if one
who were granted second was an importer. The charges class tickets at only $7.50" not dragging the harbour-bed but W. 11. Hughes, the Prime Minister, was co-operating in the establish- against these men were of import presumably for second-class seats. fishing for prawns. ingarms on four different steamers The matter does not seem to be
ment of agencies?-No. The Lighter Side.
and the evidence against them The strike is not without its could only be of one character. clear for it is quite evident that school teachers are travelling lighter vein, however. At a recent | All the Crown had to do was to first-class on second-class tickets. meeting of the strikers; a labour prove that the arms came in and if that is a wrong procedure,
sent to, these people
LATEST RESULTS. presumably are leader proposed that foreigners were weighing more than 150 pounds and if there was such evidence educated and intelligent people, should not be allowed to ride in surely the Crown could have able to read and understand
(Reuter's Service.). obtained 31 before now. АБ
printed regulations should be ricshas inside the Chinese city,
it had not been obtained he
If it is in order, foreigners unable to swim should thought he was in a position to then a protest should emphatically
told about it.
Paris, July 17. In the final of the rowing race not ride in Chinese sampans on! claim that accused were Chinese waters, all foreigners innocent and that they should be made at such a privileged class for fours without coxswains,
as teachers-privileged as to the should submit three photographs be discharged. What the to the Chinese authorities in Can- documents from London had to do extent of the salary they receive Great Britain (Third Trinity) was tun before being allowed to visit with it he failed to see. If the and the palatial residences freely first, and Canada second. Won by
almost-provided for them, three-quarters of a length,
In the 200 metres swimming adjournment was going to be being allowed to abuse a well" the city,
made he at least asked that it
race final, breast stroke, Sketon meant innovation. should be the last.
(America) won, Decombe (Bel gium) being second and Kirsch- baum (America) third. The time wis 2mins. 56 3/5secs.
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The Water Supply.
A China Mull man learnt Mr. Macnamara associated him- this norning. that although self with what Mr. Davidson had there is little likelihood of a said. grave water shortage consider- able difficulty is being experienced would grant Mr. Perdue's applica
regard
working tion for adjournment but said that
in
the
Mr. Lindsell indicated that he
teachers who
Yours.etc..
BOWEN RODENT. Hongkong, July 17.
of the machinery and that the as witnesses had been subpoenaed KWANGTUNG P.W.D. here have sent assistance. from the Great Eastern and Great Northern Telegraph. Companies
Apart from the usual sources with regard to telegrams sent to there are the artesian wells but it defendants from a man in Europe
OLYMPIAD.
In the final of the race for single sculls, Beresford (Great Britain) ARSENAL. was first, Gilmore (America) second, and Schneider (Switzer land) third. Won by two lengths. In the final of the race for pairs, Holland was first, and France second. Won by half length.
POSSIBLY
BOND ISSUE
MAY SUCCEED.
In the final of the race for fours The Chinese merchants in with cox, Switzerland was first Canter will subscribe to the and France second. Won by half- $1,500,000 Kwangtung Arsenal
a-length.
ste
Then what do the words with! the assistance of the London Bunk of Australia and the co-operation of Mr. W. M. Hughes," mean?---- He assisted me in the registration of a foreign company, and quite a number of things which I did not, understand.
'The plaintiff said that when he wrote, stating that he had been appointed to the executive of the Australasian Chamber of Com-
appointed, but he expected to be. merce, he had not actually been
You talk about getting the car of the Government. Weren't you trying to get his leg?-I don't think so..
With regard to the formation of the China Australian Mercantile Company, which had an office on the same floor as the Hongkong Mercantile, the plaintiff denied that he had told anyone that 50,000 shares were held by the Hongkong Mercantile, and that it was to all intents and purposes a subsidiary of the latter.
Mr. Watt: Were any of the shares paid for 1-No
"Minor. Detail."
is doubtful if the water there and from defendants to this man, (From Our Special Correspondent.) would be suitable for drinking he would take this evidence. purposes.
MORE TELEGRAM. We understand that Mr. T. G.
Mr. F. W. Spencer, supervisor Stokes of the Dairy Farm has been
The plaintiff denied having placed in charge of the handling of the Eastern Extension Tele Bonds only on condition that the In the final of the race for received a letter from Mr. Kote- of the provisions on the Shameen graph Company, produced epic products of the plant are no longer double sculls, America was first, wall stating that the Hongkong and that even in the event of the of three telegrams sent by defend supplied to Dr. Sun Yat-sen's
Mercantile Co. did not want any electricity supplies being inter-ents to a man at Hamburg on mercenaries, and this has been and France second.. Won easily.
In the final of the race for pairs shares in the new concern, and dates between September and agreed to by the authorities. The fered with there and the re- December last. He could only town guards, village watchmen, and with cox, Switzerland was first, repudiated any connection with it. Won by 40 "Mr. Kotowall never wrote that frigerating and other machines at
trace three as the Company destroy volunteers throughout the province and Italy second. the Dairy Farm being stopped ed records that were over 10 months are badly in need of arms and centimetres:
letter," he declared. and the there is enough ice on the premises old.
In the final of the race for people
Mr. Watt: Do you say it is to preserve a month's supplies. Mr. Spencer said he would like ammunition,
are not unwilling to an eights, America was first, Canada forged?-It has been engineered Mr. M. Manuk, secretary, Dairy to call Mr. Liadsoll's attention to efficient arsenal in their midst, second, Italy third and Great Bri-by "Smith's Weekly.". Farm, Ice & Cold Storage Co., the fact that it was a considerable according to sentiment expressed tain fourth. Won by five lengths.
But you say Mr. Kotewall never Ltd., informs us that supplies are inconvenience for him to attend at a recent meeting. The Canton In the final of the springboard wrote it? He never wrote it, but going up to Canton as usual and the hearings and he asked if any Government in 1920 bought arsenal diving competition, White, Des- he may have been induced to
machinery to the value of nearly jardins and Pinkston (all Ameri- that their Engineer has paid a expenses were allowed.
sign it. Mr. Lindsell said that there was $3,000,000 but have been unable to visit there and reports that every-
The plaintiff said that he had no fee for a subpoenaed witness in pay the balance due to the vendors cans) filled the places.
Tennis Results.
received a letter from Mr. Kote- thing is going on sutisfactorily.
The Japanese community on the a Criminal Investigation.
In the fifth round of the lawn wall stating that the directors Mr. H. Effersoc, supervisor of at Hongkong because of the fre- quent changes of, administration-
tennis competition, the winners of were somewhat upset at the letter- Shameen are proving of great
the Great Northern Telegraph in Canton. assistance in doing the rough Company, produced copies of twe
enter the semi-finals, head stating that the firm had The inability of Dr. Sun to which work, according to Mr. Manuk.
cabled messages to one of de raise the necessary funds was Richards (America) beat Lacoste branches in certain places, when fendants from Shanghai (received responsible for the present pro (France), 8-6, 4-6, 1-6, 6-2 and such was not the case,
posed bond issue. The people 6-3.
Regarding a bill of £3,260 which will subscribe to the bonds and all In the fourth round of the the plaintiff had not met in Sydney boad-holders will be given pre ladies' competition, in which the on behalf of the Hongkong Mer- ference in the early delivery of winners enter the semi-finals, Misseantile, and about which head- arms ordered from the Kwang-McKane beat Miss Jessup 6-2 and quarters had written, Bishop said tung Arsenal where the new
he did not regard this as a serious machinery will be installed. The 6-0.
complaint. Kwangtung Arsenal is not operat-
REV. E. H. CARNE.
SAVED FROM BANDITS..
-HEAVY-RANSOM. ZAID..
News reached here, last night that the Rev. E. H. Carne, who had bean in the hands of Fu River bandits for nearly two months, had been released on payment of approximately $5,500 raised
in September and October) also another from London...
The case was then remanded
until July 24.
THERE'S LUCK.
GETS FREE STOWAWAY
PASSAGE TO MANILA.
An unemployed Filipino will
In the fourth round Miss Wills
ing for the present owing to beat Mrs. Mallory (Norway), 6-3 constant demands from
the and 6-3,
Miss McKane (Great Britain) mercenaries for its products for which they refuse to pay.
Miss Wills (America), Mile. Vlasto The mercenaries still owe the and Mame. Golding (France) have Arsenal more than $150,000. For qualified for the semi-finals.
"If you understood Eastern trade," he said, "you would-realise that it was only a minor detail."
Mr. Watt: tay be a small matter to you, but it would not be
to me!
a time the Yunnanese and then In the fourth round, Cochet The plaintiff denied that the the Hunanese commanders con: (France) beat Williams (Ameri- China-Australian Mercantile Co. trolled the Amenal, but now the ca), 5-7, 6-3, 6-2 and 6-4. Demor-was formed for the purpose of by the merchants of Chin Ping. get a free passage from Hongkong Cantonese troops friendly to Drpurgo (Italy) beat Harada
getting a "rake-off" on the Hong- The Rev. W. H. Oldfield appears
stationing mea at (Japan) 6-4, 6-1 and 6-1. Borotra kong Mercantile Co.'s business. to have been mainly instrumental to Manila as a result of his stowing Sun are in obtaining Mr. Came's release away on the "President Mac-Shekcheng, where the plant is (France), beat Jacob (India) 4-6, Mr. Watt questioned him regard-
6-4, 7-5 and 64. News from Wuchow states that kinley "--but he will have to serve located, to give it protection.
Mr. Oldfield accompanied a party 10 days' hard labour first. of Chinese soldiers from Chin Ping
'to the bandits' stronghold.
He was charged at the Yaumati
On arrival Mr. Oldfield saw the Court this morning, Sergeant chief and offered the ransom, Mr. Spears stating that he had come to Carne was not visible, but Hongkong from Shanghai by the Mr. Oldfield was assured that "Président Madison" about a week delago and had since then been-on ho was there was
His home was in cided to wait until daylight, the streets." In the morning Mr. Care was Manila. The Admiral Line, wore released and the party resumed to prepared to send him back gratis Chia Ping, Mr. Carne had suffer- Mr. Hamilton: When does the ed considerably Huring his six next boat gol weeks incarceration, and was in a of nervous breakdown. Skate
Wachow was reached on July 9.
Sergeant Spears: On the 20th:
Mr. Hamilton 10 days' hard Tabour
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A
ing a shipment of tea which was aold for £728,5s. 8d., of which only £661 118. was paid into the Hong- kong Company's account. paper was produced with the Messrs Joseph Gould & Co.
China-Australlan Company's let-1 A message to the "Daily Bulleter heading on which were calcula kludly supply the following share quotations ruling on the Shanghai from Kobe reports that the tians and notes relating to the market this morning:
Osaka Shosen Kaisha steamer sale of this tea; and showing a Tla ........ 171⁄2 Buyers. Havre Maru" collided with the payment of £78 98. 9d to that Langkats Ewo 11 Bayers. Norwegian cargo steamer Hall company. Plaintiff denied any Shanghai Docks 98 Buyers, grim," causing the latter to sink, knowledge of this
MrWatt: There were cross New Engineerings 624 Boyars. There were no casualties. Orientals 3 Buyers. The Havre Maru. Is seriously payments between the two com Shanghel Cottons 57 Buyer's damaged, e
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