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No. 19,479 一拜 號七廿月四年五十二百九千一英
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MOTOR BUS SERVICE TO REPULSE BAY.
Hotel
PROPOSED NEW ROUTE.
Company's
Latest Venture.
The re-opening to traffic of the road to Repulse Bay via Wong Nei Chong raises once more the question of a regular motor service to the south side of the island.
Road and possibly from the Peak to Repulse Bay.
sidents a service that will be much
Miss Simmons and Mr. Proulx.
ST. JOSEPH'S CEREMONY.
STRANGE RUMOURS.
A Speculator Said To Be In Difficulties.
Stockbrokere-to-day were working feverishly to cope with the work of to-morrow's settlement (for the month of April) when it is expected that sensational revelations will be forthcoming.
A large number of friends at- tended the wedding at St. Joseph's Church to-day of Miss Florence Alice Simmons, daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. J. In Ice House Street to-day many Before the week-end there had Simmons, and Mr. Benjamin were talking animatedly about the been talk about a huge volume of The opening up of direct com- Albert Proulx, son of Mr. and Alleged diffulties that would business accumulating for the munication between the Peak dis- Mrs. Proulx of Ottawa, Cankees havedbe met by a person inter- June settlement but a few days: trict and Repuke Bay will un-Both the bride and bridegroom ested in shares. Several people ago it was still thought that, to- doubtedly bestow upon Peak re- being well known in the Colony. who were approached unanimous-morrow would pass off smoothly. The Revi Father Reganti ly declared that they were not From what has, been picked up. officiated,
concerned in the least and there-it seems as if the rise in Electrics The bride was given away by fore knew nothing about the ugly and Tramis has brought about the her father and wore a pretty rumours.
situation. dross of silver brocade with tulle As far as could be learned, it Just before last month's
settle veil trimmed with silver: Her is stated that the party is involved ment,". Hongkong Electric. Cor bouquet was of lilies and roses. fin a large sum, variously given at shares were quoted at about $68. The bridesmaids were the anything from $150,000, to half a To-day, little business was done Misses Gertrude und Kathleen million dollars. The lower figure on account of the sudden turn of Simmons, sisters of the bride, and-or even less-is more likely to events but Electrics are quoted at they wore charming dresses of be correct.
$91 buyers for cash.. Last week they started at between $70 and $80, and it is the last jump that has caused consternation to the "bears."-
The "China Mail" learns that this is to begin as soon as the re- surfacing of the road permits of heavy traffic.
The Garage De- partment of the Hotels Company is holding in readiness three Thornycroft motor coaches specially for this service, and a appreciated, as at present those China Mail" representative who not in a position to obtain a car called this morning on Mr. T. R.have either to walk via Magazine Parsons, the manager of the Gap and Blacks Link down, the Garage, was informed by him new road or else make the journey that whilst it would not be advis-down to town before a real start able to run a 'bus service via the can be made. new road at present, steps would be taken as soon as possible for the inauguration of such a service to Repulse Bay.
Asked if the Company would by reason of the considerably re- duced running distance' be in al position to charge less than the present charge, of one dollar for the journey via Aberdeen, Mr. Parsons said he thought that reduction was practically cer- Thim. It had been suggested that a charge of 50 cents per head be made for the journey each way at nothing definite had been de- elded yet. Notice would be given in due course by advertisement in the local Press.
On the completion of the Hotel Company's new garage at lappy Valley is is hope to open the ground floor at the beginning of next month) the Hotel Garage will be enabled to give practical· consideration to the matter of a cheap and quick servicg pet unly to Repulse Bay but alsh to the Peak Hotel thus, incidentally, pro- viding transportation facilities to hopses in the vicinity of Stubbs,
SEAMEN IN TROUBLE.
Before Mr. H. R. Butters, at the Central Magistracy, this morning, four Dutch seamen named K. K.. Branner, J. K. Van Doone, J Stelk, ss. Tjikini) and H. Tobber (s.s. Tjisondari) were charged with disorderly conduct and assaulting European, Sergeant Meadows at Hollywood Road jast night,
The new buses which the Hotels Co. anticipate rurning are to seat 22 passengers.
TERRIBLE TORNADO WIPES OUT ENTIRE TOWN.
RUINS
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NKFORTEILLS:
More than 100 persons were killed by the devaslating tornado that left the prosperous little pity of West Frankfort, Illinois, a total wreck. This acroplane photograph allows those fortunate enough, to escape death or injury searching in the ruins for the dead and wounded.
POLICE SEARCH.
STAR FERRY WHARF INCIDENT,
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"SHOW ME YOUR HANDS.”
Outlining the case, Inspector ⚫Lannigan said that Sergeant Meadows went to a house at Holly. wood Road and adjusted a com. plaint made by a motor car driver that the defendants refused to pay hire. Shortly after a report was received from the same house that Sergeant Dungey and his pickets some Europeans were creating a were responsible for another pro- disturbance. The officer went secution at the Central Magistracy
return to
again, and saw the defendants this morning before Mr. J. R. coming out. They refused to Butters when a young Chinese the house in order named Cheung Chiu, well dressed to make enquiries, and on Sergeant in European clothes, was charged Meadows attempting to detain one with resisting a search near the of them he was set upon by the "Star" ferry wharf at 12.30 thi others. They were later taken to morning. the charge room with the assistance
Evidence was given by a Chinese of other police officers.. The detective, an Indian policeman, Inspector added that it was 26 and Sergeant Dungey that the certained afterwards that compen-defendant persistently refused to sation had been made for the submit and said in English "show damage done at the house to a
me your hands," Finding that lamp and other articles.
they could not get him to comply with the order, they had to take
The defendants severally plead ed guilty and were fined $10 each.him to the charge room.
FOUR ARRESTS.
The defentant said that a Cht "nese in plain clothes came up to
him and wanted to search him. There was nothing to Indicate that he was a police officer. Defendant
blue aquordion pleated georgette, trimmed with gold and bat to match. Their bouquets were of pink roses.
The bride's mother was attired in a dress of henna crepe de chine, trimmed with figured crepe de chine..
Mr. F. F. Lenfesty was best
man.
ir
After a reception at the Carlton Hotel the bride and bridegromm are to leave for Shanghai by the President McKinley, the bride travelling in a tangerine pleated georgette dress and hat to match. The wedding cake was supplied by Café Wiseman.
OBITUARY,
MR. CHARLES WHITLEY,
The funeral of the late Mr. employed at the Kai Tak Motor Charles Whitley who had been
Bus
Happy Valley yesterday.
Company, took place at
Mr. Whitley died at the Matilda Hospital on Saturday after a long
DERWENT ARRIVES.
Lying at Stonecutters, presum- ably awaiting repairs is the steamer Derwent (Captain C. R. Benstead) which had her rudder post and other parts damaged while on a trip here from Saigon
She was assisted part of the way by the Haugsang, after which she anchored in a bay. Then the Apoey took her passengers 10 Hongkong and the Whampoa Dock Co's tug, Henry Keswick, was sent to tow her back.
There were no European passen gers on board with the exception of Mr. Benstead tipe captain's wife) and their child.
NOT THE WAY,
Two Filipinos were charged be fore" the Kowloon Magistrate this morning for stowing away on board the s.5. President Mc Kinley" from Manila.
Pleading guilty, the defendants stated that it was their intention to get to America in order to prose- cute their studies
The Magistrate said that this was
MR. MONTAGUE EDE.
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In the ordinary course of events -and it is not suggested that the same has happened again--there are people who calculate on the market falling and, therefore, sell short, ie, sell without having the actual shares which they hope to pick up subsequently at lower prices. When the market goes up they are, naturally, affected adversely...
Hongkong Tramway Co. shares
BATHING
COSTUMES
A large stock of "Woollen
and Cotton Bathing Costumes is now being showa. - One piece style with skirt in the newest colçurings—some are really loud, but we have neat designs for those with
more subdued tastes.
PLAIN BLUE JARGER COSTUMES WITH RED OR WHITE TRIMMINGS
were $36 or $37 at the last settle MACKINTOSH
ment and have since appreciated to $44.
M
From a broker who is not inter- ested, it was gathered that a com- promise is being arranged so that, after all, the settlement will not be hindered. In that case, it is supposed, an arrangement will be come to whereby things will be smoothed over and sensations will not take place.
Mention has also been made of a chartered accountant's services to be enlisted in putting matters right.
Whether there is any. sub- stance in the rumours remaina to be seen when the settlement is put through to-morrow. In view of alleged restriction of transactions to-day by parties who are work- ing for a compromise, it is felt that matters will be generally subdued.
PARITY OF POUND:
REPORTED IMPORTANT
AGREEMENT.
AN 'INCALCULABLE AID. (Reuter's American Service.)
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WASHINGTON, April 26,
The reported agreement between the New York Federal Reserve Bank and the Bank of England to take pound sterling bills in the open market, as an exchange stabiliser is regarded by many officials as tantamount to plac.
New York ing the
Bank's gold reserve behind the pound It is agreed that this will incal- culably aid British efforts to main- tain the cold basis.
Mr. Cenissinger, Governor of the Federal Reserve Board, said the Board had not been advised of the reported agreement, but the agree ment could be negotiated by the Bank without reference to Washington, and there was no
help in the movement. reason why the bank should not
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COURT OF INQUIRY.
A Court of Inquiry is to sit at the Marine Court (in the Harbour Office)on Wednesday morning,as a sequel to events which are alleged to have happened on the (British) Hongkong Swatow vessel Hydran enforced gea, last week..
The series of armed robberies was afraid that the man wouldliness. He was 22 years of age not the way to get there and he last week had a sequel at the plant some contraband on his per and arrived in the Colony with would make an example by send Kowloon Magistracy this morning son and later charge him. There his parents and family about a ing them to prison for two months! when, four men. were formally fore he asked to see his year ago, baving previously been hard labour. charged and remanded until hands. Later the Indian caine in India where his father was Friday. One of the man and held his hands up while attached to the R.G.A. Was arrested in connection the other searched him. He main The Rev. G. E. Arrowsmith con- with the attempted robbery attained that he had already ducted the Tuneral service; being. 26 Kai Yan. Street, Kowloon City, been searched when the European supported by the Rev. G. R Lind on April 22. The others are officer, who was some distance say Among those present at the The Hon. Mr. C. Montague Edo charged with being members of away, came up and ordered him to graveside were his mother and who has so closely identified him the gang on this occasion, and also be taken to the Police Station father, the Misses Peggy and Shiela self with the public life of the For complicity in the successful He called a friend to give evidence. Whitley (alsters) Masters Tom and Colony and whose haul of money and pro- This witness stated that he was Norman Whitley (brothers) as absence-from it through illness has perty at 275 Portland Street, with the defendant at the time chief mourners Mr. and Mrs. T. E been much regretted, is leaving Paris, April 25-The Chamber Yaumati, on the same date. and had also been searched. He Jackson and members of the St. the Colony on May 17, for a health by 330 voles to 204 pered 'a vote
saw the police officers round the
Andrew's Young Men's Club. trip."
of confidence in the Government defendant, who had his hands up,
Wreaths were laid op the grave Mr. Ede will leave by the Taiyo in its ability to deal with the DOG BITES LAD.
but being shortsighted he did not from, Dad, Mother, Peggy, Shiela, Maru for San Francisco and will disorder, after the debate, on an actually see whether they searched Tem, Norman, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. be accompanied by Mrs. Ede and interpellation moved by M. A European boy named C.
Robinson and Bonnie, Mrs, and | his daughter and son in law. His | Taltlinger, with reference to the White, living at 4 Salisbury The defendant was discharged Misi Hopwar, F. Spradbery, Bob many friends will join in wishing Communist attack; mentioned yes- Avenue, Kowloon, had to be treat- | wiin a caution.
and Kroio Nicholls, Mr. and Mrs Mr. Ede a speedy recovery after terday. M. Taltlinger declared ed by Dr. J. P.. Fehlly yesterday
ACV Tofu 1 Hirst and family, the beneficial voyage and the for a dog bite. The animal, owned
Mr. and Mr THE Jackson, Mr. summer at San Francisco. Fod Mr. B.W White and family, "A" Chinese bricklayer "Il down | Key, and Mrs. G. R. Lindsay. Mr. from the scaffolding da the second and Mrs. A. W. E. Davidson and floor level of a house under con- family, St. Andrew Church struction at Percival Street yester. Velry, Members of the St.
♦ by Mr. Stainfield of King's Park Building, wan. sent to. Kennedy Town for observation.
Mrs. E. Danenberg left, to-day
him.
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on the President McKinlay for a day. The man was taken to Andrew's Church Young Men's holiday in Shanghai and Japan. hospital with several injuries. Club and Bible Classr
Sydney, April 25-Customs officers found ten thousand. Ster- Ing's worth of opium os the steamer Arafura from Yokohama.
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