FRIDAY, MAY 25, 1928.
THE CHEER O."
New Quarters Formally
Opened.
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THE CHINA MAIL,
the Ladies Committee. Although THE CHINESE PRESS. Shadows Before Lady Clementi is not with us in 1s
person to-day I am sure she is with CASE BROUGHT UNDER THE us in spirit.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCE.
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The Ladies Committee, The Ladies' Committee la now under the able chairmanship of Mrs. Wolfe, and with Mrs. Ala- baster who look after the library.
AT THE MAGISTRACY,
COMING EVENTS ANNOUNCED IN THE "MAIL.”
To-day-Queen's Theatre; "Las Miserables."
pletely filled, it would be totally inadequate to cope with the large influx of men expected, and the question of how to deal with the situation was already under combi- deration when a telegram was re- ceived from Sir Arthur Yapp, head REPRESENTATIVE GATHERING. df the Y.M.C.A. in London, with an
urgent request from Major-General, Announcement of Imposing Military Duncan, G.O.C., the Shanghai De- necessitating her presence in the Two Chinese defendants, an- swering respectively as the pub- day, and Pageant For Next Autumn.
fence Force, for the Y.M.C.A. to| building nearly every co-operate and provide for the other indefatigable workers, the lisher and printer of the Hong In the presence of a large and re- troops coming to China.
Ladies' Committee does yeoman Kong "Sun Po," a Chinese morn- service, bat for them and theiring newspaper, appeared before May 26-28-Fifth Extra Race presentative gathering yesterday, Y.M.C.A., Mr. J. II. Hunt, aurmon-energetic band of helpers the Naval Lieut. Cat. F. Eaves, D.S.O., at His Excellency the Officer Adminis- ed a meeting of hla Directors and and Military Y.M.C.A. would not the Central Magistracy this morn- Happy Valley.
The energetic secretary of the
tering the Government, the Hon. Mr. V. T. Southorn, C.M.G., perto deal with the situation. formed the ceremony of declaring open the new "Cheer O" YM.C.A at the City Hall,
a special committee was appointed
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Mr. W. L. Pattenden, who pre alded, made the first announcement of an ambitious scheme to hold a Military Tatton in Hong Kong dur ing the autumn. The pageant, it
This committee. which formed the nucleus of the present Naval and Military Y.M.C.A. fraued appeals to the Press, and by post, for personal service and funds, which met with a ready response and, owing to the enthusiastic support of the many voluntary workers who came for-
have been the success it is. I knew from personal contact with men of the Service-and I have friends in all three branches-how much the presence and work of the ladies has been appreciated. We owe a drep debt of gratitude to these ladies.
ing
to answer four summonses each with regard to the publishing of certain matters in the issues of May 9 and 10, 1928,
Separate summonses were taken out by the Secretarial for Chinese Affairs with regard to each of the
To-day-World Theatre; "The
Frontiersman."
To-day-Star Theatre; "The Boy Friend."
Sports.
meetings of the H.K. Jockey Club,
June 3-Next meeting of the Macao Race Club.
Lammerts Auctions. May 20Household furniture at 9, Middle-rd.. Kowloon. 2.45 pm.
May 30--Household furniture at BA, Jordin-ed., Kowloon, (first floor). 11 á.m.
May 31-Furniture and shop fit- tings at the Cafe Regent, Pedder
was stated, would be aimilar to that ward, two centres-one in Peking- premises, besides the aupply of the summonses, the wordings of bldg., ground floor, 10.30 a.m.
held at Wembley about two years ago, although I would necessarily have to be on a smaller scale.
In addition to the Naval and Military units which will take part Tattoo, the various local in the national societies as well as the Amateur Dramatic and Philhar- monic Societies will assist to make the Tattoo the outstanding event of the year.
Mr. Paltenden addressed the gathering as follow:-
road, Kowloon, known as "Better books and magazines, etc., also for "Ole," and the other in the pre-the flowers of which we are kept mises we have just vacated in regularly supplied, without calling Chater-rond, known as "Cheer O". were quickly prepared with facil- ties for reading, refreshments and
entertainments.
"Better 'Ole," "Cheer 0"), The Kowloon Branch "Better 'Ole" was opened on March 13 and the Chater-road branch "Cheer O," on this side of the water, on the following day, March 14. these premises were loaned to us free of rent by the Hong Kong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Co., Ltd, and the Hong Kong Land In- vestment Co.. respectively. wish to take this opportunity of ex- pressing our great appreciation to
and I
in any way on our general, funds.
Land Sale.
May 29-At P.W.D. Offices, one ot of Crown land at Kowloon, 3.
p.m.
Meeting,+
I may add that the Ladies' Com-two dates on which the matters mittes bare been responsible for complained of wore published, much of the furnishing of these Two counts were enumerated in
which were similar, with the ex- ception that the dates were altered- to cover the two separate sets of matters published. fully publishing newspaper cal-H.K. Jockey Club; H.K.
The two counts were (1) unlaw- May 20-Half yearly meeting of culated or intended to persuade or induce certain persons to refrain from dealing with or trading, with persons in the course of legitimate occupation or employment, con- trary to regulations made under the Emergency Ordinance of 1922: and (2) printing a newspaper con
We are also grateful for the de- voted services of the Association secretaries, Mr. A. W. Ingram and Mr. W. T. Grenham. The services of
these gentlemen are loaned to us free of all expense by the Y.3.0.A. in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
Call for financial
of
the
I wish to streas the fact that the work of the Both
Naval and Military Y.M.CA. was entirely made possi be by the hearty response of the Colony to our assistance last year.
His Excellency sald:— Mr. Pattenden, Ladies and Gen- tiemen: The Chairman Committee of the Naval and Mili- tury Brauch of the Y.M.C.A. has given us so ablo a summary of the events which have led up to the opening of these premises that lit tle is left for to do beyond formally declaring them open.
Before Ido so, however, I should like to say how much the Govern- ment appreciates the self-sacrific- ing energy and enthusiasm which have been displayed by the band,
these two Companies for their gen- erous and public-spirited action in letting us have these premises free of all charge.
me
taining matters in the Chinese lan- guage, other than bona fide trade *advertisements. which had not been submitted to and passed by
Secretariat for
annex, 6.15 p.m.
Club
Mitacellaneous- June 4-Reception at Govern ment. House in honour of the King's birthday,
June 4-General Parade
Happy Valley in honour of King George's Birthday, 9 a.m.
June 5-First of a series of addresses at Union Church Hall, Kennedy-rd., on the Old Testament, by Mr. J. S. Flacks. Chinese November 13 Matriculation, Affairs, contrary to the same Or-Senior and Junior Local exams. at
the Hong Kong University.
the
dinance..
Mr. S. Fitzroy, assistant At- torney General, appeared for the S.C.A., whilst the defendant were represented by Mr. M.K. Lo.
Mr. E. H. Williams, second as- Bistant at the S.C.A., was also pre- sent in Court.
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Censor III.
I want to touch very brielly on this matter of finance. Our funds consist almost entirely of donations made us last year in response to the appeal I have already referret to, and are kept in a separate banking account, quite distinct, of course, from the general fonds of the Y.M.C.A. Our Income is so small that we are not in a position to put this fund' aside to form even the nucleus of an Endowment Fund as we should-like, but have to use
During the past year regular en- it to meet current expenses. When tertainments were provided for the in those Y.M.C.A. we have paid for the cost of adapt. Service men ing these
¡Centres and other places by a sub- to aur needs our ex- chequer will be sadly depleted and committee under the able chair the Committee have been much manship of Mr. Robert Sutherland. concerned about ways and means
We are Indeed grateful to Mr. for carrying on the work of the Sutherland and his sub-committee Naval and Military Branch of the for arranging the various enterof workers to whom the services Association, experience having tainments, and also to all those who
are indebted for the arrangements laught us even with rigid economy so generously gave their services. which have now developed into the impracticability of making the
When, last autumn, the dispoal- this present scheme. It was institution self-supporting. tion of the troops was altered thing to receive a request for help; large number of them having re- it was quite another thing to pro- turned to England the necessity vide that help promptly and effi- for so large a place as the Teking- ciently. The response of the Com- rond quartera no longer existed and on October 17 the "Better 'Ole" was mittet-indeed, as you know, it The man would say that when closed down and the work trans-
had not even waited for the call-the various sections of the papers ferred to the Association Dullding Was immediate and effective, and in Salisbury-road as formerly.
as the representative of the Gov- ernment which watches over the City Hall Lease.
general welfare of the community, We are in rather
I tender my heartfelt thanks to those ladies and gentlemen who have so effectively augmented the amenities available for the use of H.M. Forces.
A Solution.
A scheme has recently beca pro- mulgated which we hope may, to name extent, if not completely solve this financial problem. This scheme is to co-operate with the Naval and Military. Authorities in organising a Grand Tatt at Happy Valley Bame time during the autuan, on similar lines, but of course, on a much smaller scale considering the position on this side of the water means at the Colony's disposal, to where we have a Regiment perman the Grand Tatton held at Wembley ontly stationed In addition to
a
different
a couple of years ago. I am not various unita, furthermore, owing in a position at present to give to the proximity of the Naval Yard you details but the primary objest we also have to provide for the is to benefit the funds of the Naval Naval side to a larger extent than and Military Y.3.C.A. and also Ser- is necessary at Kowloon. vice charities..
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The Tattoo,
be required quarters.
we
one
"LES MISERABLES.”
BIG FRENCH FILM AT THE QUEEN'S.
Mr. Fitzroy said that with res
In adapting Vietor Hugo's gard to these summonses, he had masterpiece, "Les Miserables," to just been informed that the man
the screen, the producer has spared who was responsible for censoring neither time nor trouble to create the two papers in question was ill the true atmosphere of the novel, that morning, and would not be and the production throughout available until next Monday. He bears the unmistakable stamp of would therefore apply for an ad- sincerity and power. Three big journment, as the presence of this chevriers Dennis, Rue den man was essential.
concerned were submitted to him to be censored, the objectionable matters were not included in them Asked if he had any objection to an adjournment, Mr. Lo said that nothing he could say would avall, as he was sure that his Worship would be prepared to grant the ap- plication made by Mr. Fitzroy. was one point
However, there Nor have their
energies flagged after the first ex- citement of the arrival of the add
tional troops died down.
The Good Work.
►
Mr.
Chanvriers and Rug Montedour- were reconstructed in the style of love of old time Paris and the au- 1830. Victor Hugo had a groat thor's vivid descriptions of grocery stores, cooper's sheds, quaint hair- dressing establishments and the famous
known as "Corinthe," which at the Lime "Les Miserables' was written was over three hundred years old, have been faithfully reproduced. From first to last, the producer has caught the spirit of Hugo's great
cafe
the
principle, and that was how far Two famous veteran tennis play- could the Ordinance go in the muz-ers, Major Sir Aston Cooper-Kay zling and general suppression of and epter Latham, ex-champion the freedom of the press?
have arranged to play a match at What he would like to know was Queen's Club, where Latham is could his clients give an impartial head professional. It will prob report of judicial proceedings un-ably take place on Peter's hindered, or must they first submit birthday
Major Cooper-Kny is such report to the whim of a paid some four years older. Latham clerk in the censor's office at the will give the odds of 15.
63rd
that he would like to bring up. He work, and the gereen version is cer- had already discouraged his tain to enjoy a wide popular appeal. Grateful as we are to the Hong
clients to the effect that they "Les Miserables" will be shown at As Mr. Pattenden has pointed could not expect to receive any as the Queen's Theatre again to-day Kong Land Investment Co. for the late Chater-road premises,
out we have on this side of the harsistance from His Worship, but all and to-morrow at 2.30, 6.00 and If the contemplated programme have felt that as the work on this
bour a permanent garrison of the same he (Mr. Lo) would like 9.20 p.m. enn be carried out, and the Naval side of the harbor is of a
Naval and Military Forces, and it to raise Important question of morc and Military experts see no reason permanent nature it was necessary
was very properly felt that the why it should not, it will be one for us to look about for other good work once commenced should of the outstanding events of the
we should have be continued for their benefit in year in the life of this place. In
quarters, where more security of tenure, it being more permanent, quarters. addition to the Naval and Military realised that with an improvement Pattenden has referred to the good unita who will participate, it is hoped that various societies, such
in trade, we should sooner or later work of certain individual helpers. our late I desire to ussoclate myself with to vacate St. Andrew's Society, St.
his eulogy of their good work, and George's Society. St. David's Society. The Amateur
The City Committee very kindly at the risk of repetition would like Dramatic Society, and Philharmonic Society, lease for two years at
came to the resente by granting us a to remind you of the very great will give their services.
a nominal share taken by Lady Clementi, not
S.C.A.? rental of those quarters that you, only in furthering the work of the seems to me that such a scheme as this should serve a three-hould like to add that we are great-Y.M.C.A. generally, but especially now opening for us. I Naval and Military Branch of the fold purpose. Provided that the weather conditions are favourable ly indebted to Mr. Bernard, Chair-in helping to secure these excel-ings would in any way be interfer- not only will it help considerably for the help and interest he has manent
man of the City Hall Committee, lent premises as a more or less per-ed with. deserving Naval and Military char
home, through the of securing generosity and willing itles, also relieving the Naval and shown in the matter Military YM.C.A. of financial res-largely through Mr. Bernard's In-Committee
these quarters fur us. "It was operation of the Chairman and ponsibility for sometime to come.
of the City Hall. It should help to create interest interest, who was also Chairman of Mr. D. O. Russell and Mr. J. R. the matters complained of would the Land Investment Co., that we Wood also took a large share in be absolutely privileged in all civi- local movements and, furthermore, in the preparations and the train- were able to obtain our quarters in the negotiations and Mr. Pattenden ised countries, and yet they had this prosecution. If the same pri- vilege is not going to be extended to would the press here, then they have to apply another adjective to this Colony..
It
be available. All that I ask is that when this pronouncement is made
Sir, are
Cheter-rond.
Present Quarters.
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Mr. Fitzroy remarked to Mr. Lo partial report of judicial proceed- that he did not think that an, im-
Mr. Lo called his Worship's at tention to Mr. Fitzroy's remark "in sotto voce," and commented that
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Advice to Cilenta
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PUBLIC AUCTION.
THE Undersigned have received Instructions to sell by Publie Auction
ON
THURSDAY the 31st May, 1928, commencing at 10,30 a.m., at the Cafe Regent, Pedder Building, Ground Floor.
A Chantity of FURNITURE and SHOP FITTINGS. Comprising:-
"" also"!!
ing that will be necessary before
with characteristic modesty has the scheme can be brought into
omitted all reference to his own effect, it should provide relief from
Our present quarters comprise very considerable contribution to routine to men of the various the room in which we are now as the success of the scheme. branches of the Services during the sembled, which will be used for
Funds. trying summer, months when there concerts, lectures etc. and is pro- Mr. Patienden has reminded us His Worship pointed out that sc- is so little to do.
vided with a bufet, where light that institutions of this kind can-cording to the Ordinance *every- Couches, Oil Paintings in Gilt, Public Pronouncement.
refreshments are served. Adjoin not be carried on without funds, thing other than trade advertise Frames, Desks, Tea Waggons, Car All this is "somewhat
ing we have a library, reading sad and I take this opportunity of enments would have to be censored, peta and Runners, Folding Screens, vague, I know, but a pubile pronouncement writing room. while downstairs dorsing his appeal that when the and he did not see how Mr. Lo Feel Chairs, Flower - Tubs and a. grilor dining room time comes you will give every pos- could expect him to make a state-Plants, Ceiling and Table Fans, will be made shortly, when much there is more detailed information than where meals of a more substantial aible support to the Committee's ment on the lines suggested.
Electric Lamps and Shades, Type- am in a position to give you will naturo than those served in this scheme for raising money for the
writers; ice Cheats, Wine Waggons, room can be obtained. All the food Institute.
Mr. Lo said that that was just Peol Tables, Teak and Tile Top both upstairs and downstairs is I now have much pleasure in de- it. He had anticipated that his Tables, Tank and Cans Seat Chairs, you give it your hearty support. supplied by Messrs. Lane Crawford.claring the new premises of the Worship would say that, and there- Wardrobes with Mirrors, Enamel- Referring to the opening of the The wremises are open from 2 p.m. Naval and Military Y.M.C.A. open, fore he had advised his clients to led Bath, Stoves, Wall Clocks, etc., new premises Mr. Pattenden said. till 10 p.m. We have various and that pleasure is enhanced by take a serious view if at any time
On behalf of the Committer of forms of entertainments in the the fact that to-day is Empire Day, any impartial report was not pass-A Large quantity of Kitchen Gear, the Naval and Military Y.M.C.A., I evenings. There is nearly always than which there could be no more ed.
something on, a concert, sing-song. | fitting and auspicious occasion for wish to express our deep apprecia-dance or whist drive.. I wish we this opening ceremony. H.M. hearing of the case for 2.15 p., The Magistrate decided to fix tion of the honour conferred on us by your Excellency in coming this could enlarge our sphere and in-Forces will And here good com
on Friday next,
One Grand Piano afternoon to open our new quar-clude a billiard room, but, as you pany, good food and good litera-
Afterwards his Worship Ex- On View from Wednesday, the ters, and, also you, ladies and gen- will see, our accommodation is ture, and I trust that this new pressed the view. to Mr. Lo that 30th May, 1923. tlemen, for your presence. It will somewhat limited.net
home of the Naval and Military
Terms: Cash on Delivery. not, I think, bo inappropriate on The work of the Association, is YMCA will radiate oven greater under the Ordinance, even a ro
LAMMERT BROS. such an occasion as this to give a
under the direction of a committee comfort and happiness than did its port of the proceedlage then in Court could not be published un-
Auctioneers short resume of the history of the eight including four members of predecessor in Chater-road...
Hong Kong, May 25, 1928. Naval and Military Branch of the the Board of Directors of the Euro- Refreshments were served fal- less they were censored. Y.M.C.A., in Hong Kong.
'pear" Y.M.C.A.. There is also a flowing the ceremony, after, which Mr. Lo replied that that would Early fast year when the news Ladies Committee, which I wish to the gathering, which included many be so unless his Worship would came through that the number of make special reference to. Lady Servicemen were treated to a most say that the Ordinance was uncon troops in the Colony would before Clement who has been so closely enjoyable and well sustained prostitutional at a time when there very long be largely augmented, it associated with the work of the gramme of musical items, provided was no state of emergency.
anime and me je med Norside ETEEN GAUrum:-by-the-Mitges-Bleen-and-Dorist- thorities that es in ordinary, cir. the start, and has taken such a keen Woods, Mrs. L. CF. Bellamy, and cumstances the Association build-interest in everything connected Mr. F. Masen who was the accom ing in Hong Kong: la often com- with it, was the first Chairman of panist.
Mr. Lo said that could say
as much
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and
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