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FLOODS IN NORTH.
RELIEF MEASURES.
THE CHINA MAIL
STABBING CASE.
"ATTACK ON CHINESE
DOCTE
ACCUSED COMMITTED.
Peking, Sept. 9.-Straightening out the flood channel to the west of the Wu Ting Ho to carry the mountain torrents from the north-
The case in which two Chinese weat directly into the main river men were charged or remand with
KF
ANNUAL MEETING ON FRIDAY
LAST YEAR'S ACHIEVEMENTS.
In St. Andrew's Church Hall,
below the city is one of the meat-cutting and wounding one Mak Kowloon, on Friday evening, the sures recommended to prevent a Kwok-sang, a Chinese doctor, on annual meeting of the Kowloon repetition of the disastrous flood of July S, on the hillside at Sai-wark Football Club will be held. July 13 in Kalgan by Mr. O. Jho, was resumed at the Central
The following is the report to Todd, engineer of the China Inter Magistracy before Mr. R. E. Lind-be put before the meeting. national Famine Relief Commis-sell, yesterday afternoon. sion. Mr. Todd in his report to
Mr. H. S. Fitzroy prosecuted and
defence.****
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Finance. The profit made os
the Commission also recommended Mr. D. McCallum äppeared for the the working of the Club for the
past twelve months was $1,130,63. that the old stone bridge be re- placed by a steel structure of two
Dr. W. L. Patterson, of the This is largely due to the decision spans of 80 feet each in order not Government Civil Hospital, stated of your Committee to take over the to restrict the flow of any possible that about noon on July 3, he Bar and run same as a Club con- flood waters. A wall built from the cast end of the bridge on the attended the complainant Makcern, instead of leasing same out left bank of the river would also Kwok-sang. He was suffering to a Chinese "boy," as in previous
from two superficial wounds, 1 years. straighten the channel through inch in length, just below the left the city.
Membership.-A large increase In membership has taken place On his recent inspection trip side of the cheat; there were also to Kalgan, Mr. Todd found that several small wounds on the face, during the past 12 months. The the Taoyin was doing splendid which might have been caused by number of members on the books work with his soldiers and police small sharp instrument. Com- of the Club on August 31, 1924. in clearing up the debris and re-plainant remained in hospital. for were 220, as against 137 members moving the sand and silt from the treatment for six days He could twelve months previously. The city streets. In some places this not say whether the cut on the Committee record with deep regret was eight or ten feet deep. An cigarette holder was caused by a the deaths of Messrs. R. Hutchison,
P. Shaw and E. Wright.
Clubhouse. Since the last an- additional freshet on August first chisel or a dagger.
Dr. E. P. Minett, of the Govern had carried boulders estimated to weigh 1,000 pounds one or two ment Bacteriological Institute, nual meeting the Clubhouse has miles down from the foot hills into stated that on September. 2 he been completed, and cost of same received a chisel from Delective-has been paid off. Several im- 00000001 | the main streets of the city.
effected thereto and the question So frequent are floods that in Inspector Earner for examination.provements have recently been certain neighbourhoods, the mer-He could not detect any trace of of fitting hot water showers in the dressing room is now under con- chants keep on hand special blood on it.
After further evidence both sideration. The Club are indebted planks, well fitted together to make a water tight compartment defendants were committed for to the generosity of three members four-feet-high-in front of their trial at the Criminal Sessions to for the gift of an overhead fan for
the Clubhouse. shops. They hold themselves be held on October 18-
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INDIAN OPIUM.
VIEW OF SWETTENHAM.
(Reuter's Service.)
London, September 16.
Mr. Todd confirms previous re- ports of the great loss. of life and millions of property damage caused by the flood there this sum- mer when the river suddenly broke through the dyke apd swept over a flat area inhabited by about five In a letter to the "Times" Sir thousand people living in mud Frank Swettenham, dealing withi huts. It is estimated that three Sir John Jordan's proposal for the thousand of these people were gradual reduction of the export of drowned or buried in the debris of opium from India and the con- their houses. The old stone bridge stumption in Far Eastern territories served as a dam to the flood waters of the Powers at the rate of ten due to the silting up of the channel per cent. a year for a decade, says and the large proportion of space that if this ivice were accepted taken up by the piers and masonry and enforced it would put an end to the production of prepared opium work forming the arches.
in India and its consumption in the Straits, Malay States and Hongkong but what about China which is producing fifteen hou and tons of opium yearly or nine-
total tenitis of
World's production? If Sir John Jardan's suggestion were accepted and enforced whint is to prevent China from producing a few more tone to replace it? Is not the Opium Advisory Committee straining at a get while swallowing a camel?
$4,000 in the form of grain was sent to Kalgan by the Commission, From among the refugees. 200 heads of families were recruited to do work in repairing the damage to the streets of the city. But the local authorities have handled the situation so well. bringing the military to the work of reconstruc tion, that the Commission at pre sent are carrying on no further relief work there.
..
Mr. Todd's chief recommenda- tion in regard to the situation in the Paotingfu region would be the granting of further funds on the part of the Provincial government for the upkeep of the dykes. Chihli has appropriated $500 yearly for the upkeep of some 250 of dykes in this region. Each section has raised further funds and contributed labour, but the: provisions have been inadequate.
the
NETHERLANDS..
PARLIAMENT OPENS.
(Reuter's Service.)
The Hague, September 16. Parliament has reassembled. In her speech fron the throne, the It was felt at the time of Mr. Queen said that they hoped they Todd's inspection trip that it had seen the end of the economic would be necessary to make fur crisis. A slight improvement in ther investigations in late Septem-vonmerce and industry was already ber or early October in order to perceptible, and there were good ascertain what portion of the prospects of the improvement of If the population would be able to reiurn the country's finances, to their farms this year and what financial measures waiting. the of Parliament were ap portion of the remaining popula-sanction tion would be available for con- proved the budget would balance.
in 1925. struction work.
MOROCCO.
INTENTION OF SPAIN,
(Reuter's Service.).
London, September 16. The Spanish withdrawal from positions on the Wadlau line in Morocco, reported on the 16th, scenia to indicate that Goueral Primo de River Is been able to execute the policy of "establishing lines closer to Spanish bases, to which the military party objected. It is officially announced from Madrid that the situation in the Spanish zone has greatly improved and the rauiours that part of the zone will be evacuated or that Spain will abandon any Inter national pacts to which she has, expressly agreed is denied.
SHIP SEIZED.
SUSPICIOUS CARGO OF
ARMS
Relations with foreign countries were of the most friendly nature. Bills would be introduced dealing with the fleet, the tax on luxuries,
Football.-Teams were entered in both divisions of the Hongkong League, but did not finish amongst the leaders. The senior XI reached the final of the Hongkong Shield for the second consecutive year, but had to rest content with being runners up, being beaten 1-3, by the East Surreys in the final game. Records for the season in League and Shield matches were:
:
P. W. D. L. XI 25 10 6 9 Second XI 16 7 3 6
First
Goals
Agst.
28
27
25 22 For the first time in the Club's history a staud was erected for spectators. The stand was well patronised and fully justified its
erection.
The usual annual dinner took place at the Hongkong Hotel at the end of the season and was a great success.
A Supper dance at the Hong- air kong Hotel and un open concext on the Football ground, were two very enjoyable social functions held during the year. Several open air Band Concerts under the auspices of the Kowloon Residents Association have taken place on our ground during the summer months.
TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENT
PUBLIC AUCTION.
BY ORDER OF THE ADMINISTRATRIX Valuable Leasehold Property Situato at and being No. 11, Hart Avenus, Kowloon, in the Colony
of Bloogkong, To be sold by Auction, Without Reserve
on FRIDAY.
the 20th day-of-September, 1924,
at 3 p.m.,
In One Lot
by
MR. A.G. DA ROCHA, Auctioneer,
at his Auction Boom at No. 2a, D'Aguiler Strest.
and the reduction of certain direct The Proparty Consists of:--- taxes, A bill, would be prepared All that piece or parent of ground providing for workers national registered in the Land Oo a Sezion D'of Kowloon Inland Lot No. 673 health and accident insurance
with the menuige and The financial situation in the gather Netherlands Indies was improving. prenies thereon kadwa ng No 13, Hari
stimates for the Indies would be venne accompanied by proposals for cer in alterations in the present seal régime.
GERMANY. QUESTION OF WAR GUILT SHELVED.
(Reuter's Service.)
Berlin, September 16. The Cabinet to-day did not die- cuss the question of formal repudiation of Germany's WRE guilt, postponing decision till Herr Ebert & return from holiday gi
armania
It is officially, antounced that after long converaytion-betweent (Router's Scrolog.): Hert Marx and Bor Stresemisán, no difference existed between them Durban, September 16. on the questidura wakt Customs authorities, searching Her Marx's orga the trump steamer Nordnurk,' says that it is incit from Hamburg, discovered a thou-ont that the sand rifles huge quantity of Germany's war guilt atanunition and number of the political situation machine-guns. There was nothing fore may be taken for in the ship's papers to indicate the the Cabinot on This nature of the cargo which it is shelve the question of carmised, was intended for China.notifying bad ropad The vessel was placed under armed proptions mon dira, Kariva guard and taken to Congelle basin, the question.
Particulare and Conditions of Sale may be obtained from
Monara. WILKINSON & GRIST.
Solicitors, No. 9, Queen's Road Central, i
Hongkong,
or from
Mr. A. G. DA ROCHA:
The Auctioneer.
Also
On WEDNESDAY,
the 24th day of September, 1024, at 2.80 p.my
MR. A. G. DA ROCHA,
at No. 11, Bait Avenue, Kowloon, & Quantity of Household Furniture Also
1 Baby Grand Piaro by "Challen
in fint elles condition.
Beby Grand-Piso by Kammler
Coin good condition.
1 Vistor Gramophone and Records.
1 Dining Room Suite.
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TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS.
HONGKONG PHILHARMONIC
SOCIETY.
NOTICE.
HONGKONG SHAREBROKERS
ASSOCIATION,
THE following are members of the
- above Association:
M. A. Razak, J. W. Kew,
A. H. Carroll,
THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Sucisty will be held at 5.15 p.m. on MONDAY, 22nd September fn the Cathedral Hall, (by kind permissing). W. J. Carroll, to be followed by the first chorar C. Kitchell,
Yip Yuug Pak. rehearsal of "The Yeomen of the F. M. Lr soaros. Guard."
in
All those desirous of taking part the Opera are particularly requested to attend.
G. H. PIERCY
Hon. Secretary. Hongkong, 17th Sept., 1923.
PUBLIC AUCTION.
THE Undersigned have received in- atructions to sell by Public Auction
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TUESDAY, 23rd Sept., 1924.- en mammoing at 11 a.. at No. 21 Open Passago, The Hongkong Kowloon Wharf & Godown Co., Lad.,
Kowion,
(for account of the concerned).
451 Corrugated Square Ston
Pare 6/8" x 40 414 Corrugated Square Steel.
Bars 5/8" x 40" and 3⁄4” x 40′ Terms: Cash on delivery.
LAMMERT BEO,
Auctioneers. Hongkong, 17th Sept, 1924.
H. E. Edwards.
J. F. Gross.
V. Ivanovich
H.K.H. Email.
A. P. Greaves.
Sen Kon Chi.
Harry 0. Odell Soo Pet Shao,
By Order of the Committee, J. W. KEW, Becretary.
Hongkong, 14th May, 1934.
NOTICE
HONGKONG STOCK EXCHANGE.
Logan, W.
Matheson II.
THE following are members of the Aabore Brokange. ・・ Abraham, Eara. Alver A. A. Bagram J. T Benjamin V. Birkott B. Cox M.J.
Niwim A. Perry L.8.
Pestonji R.
Potta Geo. 11.
Raymond
M.
Crancher N. V. A.. Potta P.C. Ellis, F. M.. Gould J Gutterres A. A. Lammert Geo. P Lammort H. A.
Silma P. H. N. da
Smyth F. R
Tester P.
Kew Fréd
By Order of the Committee,
A. NISSIM,
-Secretary Mongkong, 14th May, 1924.
TO-DAY HII SATURDAY
THE PHOTODRAMATIC SENSATION OF THE SEASON
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LATEST MASTERPIECE
"HAS THE WORLD
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