TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1931.
ROUND THE LOCAL This latter, together with the
CINEMAS.
Reviews from Official Sources.
"BODY AND SOUL."
During the unfolding of the plot of "Body and Soul," Fox Movietone
drama, now playing at the King's
Theatre,
A
aviation
other girl's husband, set ut for the studio in a fit of romantic pique, but are forestalled by the other pair, who arrive before them and are mistaken by callers for man and wife. The callers include a portly clerle and his precise, wife, and a Cockney, book-maker and his adipose lady to say nothing of a couple of burglars who are forced to remain muto witnesseUS of the going-on.
RADIO
TO-DAY'S PROGRAMME.
THE
The following programme will be broadcast to-day from the Hong Kong Broadcasting Station Z.B.W. on a wavelength of 855
metroa
68 m.-European Programme of Colmbla Records kindly sup The subsequent comedy of complied by the Anderson Music Co. plications may readily be imagined. The climax la reached with the arrival of the husband and his now disgruntled lady, followed by the
6-6.27 p.m.-Orchestral & Band Selections.
in a Camp of the Ancient Britons
(Ketelbey),
Albert W. Kételbey's Concert Orchestra (9868).
Pique Daine-Overture (Suppe),
her silly-ass accomplice, Frederick "1812" Volpe us the prosy cleric, Alf Goddard as the radiant bookie, and other erring Sari Maritza na the little lady.
Police. thrilling
The portrayal features Jane sequence is introduced, -
As a young American ace hops Baxter, a pretty new-comer,, with, a off, under orders to shoot down anflair for comedy, in the role of the enemy balloon, his buddy vaults Lruant wife, Richard Cooper as into the plane and rides with him, In accomplishing their errand, one of them is killed and the surviving flyer lands the bip just inside the British lines. After propping the dead aviator'a body up in the
"COCK O' THE WALK," cockpit, he sends the plane back. the enemy lines with its
"Personally supervised by James. ghost pilot..
A similar incident occurred dur- Gruze," "Cock O' the Walk" will ing the World War. The illustrat-be shown at the Central Theatre on ed London News of July 13, 1918, Thursday with Joseph Schildkraut recorded it under the heading, "The Cruise of the Dead,"
features
"Body And Sant" Charles Farrell, popular acreon idol who was voted "King of the Movies" in the recent popularity contest. Playing opposite him la Elliaso Landi, sensational Euro-
pean screen
and Broadway stage atar who is heralded as the Alm's prize find of the year. Myrna Loy and Humphrey Bogart ure also featured in this Fox drama which Alfred Santell directed.
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starred.
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Sir Dan Godfrey Conducting the Bournemouth Municipal Orchestra (3496). Overture (Tschaikowsky),
The Regimental Band of H.M. Grenadier Guards (678R). 6.27-7 p.m. Instrumental. Piano Solo-
Poisson's D'or (The Gold Fish)
(Debussy),
(a) La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin
(The Maiden with Flaxen Hair), (b) Menestrels, (Minstrels)
(Debussy),
Myra Hess (7151-3). Finlandia--Tone Poem (Sibelius), Valse Triste (Sibelius), Organ Solo-
G. T. Pattman (0143) La Campanella (Liszt),
Mischa Leviizki (2039-M). Violin Solo-
Song of Indin
(Rimsky-Korsakov-Kreisler), Rondino (Beethoven-Kreisler),
While the story was being trans- luted into screen form, Cruze wasPiano Solo- always on hand, and, although he himself did not direct "Cock O' the Walk," his unfailing touch is evi- dent throughout the talkie. R. W. Neill provided the direction for the story, which is based on the novel, "Happiness Insurance," by Arturo
Mom.
a
"IT'S A WISE CHILD." -
Sidney Blackmer, although
newcomer
the to screen, dates his first experience to the days of the flickering thrillers.
"THE DRUMS OF JEOPARDY." comparative
Warner Oland in a role made to order for the man who created a sensation as "Eu Munchu," is at the Central Theatre to-day and to June Collyer and Lloyd Hughes in "The Drums of Jeopardy."
morrow
with
This is a thrilling story in which Warner Oland plays the role of a vengeful chemist, His daughter has killed herself because she was betrayed by one of the Petrosa, Royalists of Russia before the Revolution. As she dies with the secret of which one betrayed her, her father threatens all the Petrofts The with 'death.
ruby-atudded drums that hung on a necklace that was onco belonged to the Fetroffs he uses as an omen of death. One by one he takes them off and sends them to the next Petroff to fall a vletim of his mad vegeance,
"SHIPMATES."
When he was at school, Blackmer obtained work as an extrà in "The Perlis of Pauline," In which Pearl White was starred, Later he abandoned a legal career to go on the singe.
Blackmer plays opposite Marfon Davies in her, new Metro-Goldwyn- Mayer starring vehicle, "It's a Wise Child," which will open on Thurs- day at the Queen's Theatre.
A Time of Trial. Australian Clergyman's Experience.
After an illness, when the vitality has become depleted. there often fol- lows a period when health still hangs in a balance.
Some people recuperate more quick- ly than others, but there are thosE who, seeming to have used up all their reserve strength, are unable to regain their former vigour. These after- effects may menace the health for a life-time.
Yovanovitel Bratza (4823). 7.03-7.33 p.m.-From the Studio A European Lecture by Profes- Mor G. A. C. Herklots, D.Ph., B.Sc., on "Poisonous Shakes of Hong Kong."
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CHINA MAIL.
SHADOWS BEFORE
COMING EVENTS ANNOUNCED IN CHINA. MAIL.
Entertainments. To-day King's "Body and Soul."
Theatre:
Theatre:
To-day Queen's "Shipmates."
Today Central Theatre; "The Drums of Jeopardy."
Trasile To-day Majestie, "Ladic Love Brutes."
Today Star "A Lady of Scandal."
To-day-World Theatre; "Sea Wolf.".
Sports.
Theatre:
See Sports Diary on Pago 5.
Home Mails. To-day-Outward for Europe via Siberia (Cracovia.) 4.30 p.m.
Meetings. September 20-Hong Kong St- Andrew's Society' annual meeting. City Hall, '6.46 pm.
October 9-Hong Kong and Can- Co., Ltd. ton lee. Manufacturing 2 Lower Albert Road, 10,45 a.m. Miscellaneous.
Volunteer Friday-Hong Kong Defence Corps promenade concert, Volunteer Headquarters, 9.15 p.m.
October S Annual dramatic evening; Great Hall of University. 9 p.m.
IN ROLE OF COMPLAINANT.
Man Who Stopped A
Funeral.
7.33-8 p.m.-Variety.
At Leicester
Walter recently Negro Spiritual-
Were You There?
Allen, of Forest Road, summoned Turner Leylon (Tenor). Baden Aklena, William Akiens. Saxophone Solo...
Gertrude Thompson, Rose Aliens Melody. Serenade...Rudy Wiedoeft (4503). and Lydia Coles for assault:
He said that they all set upon Florrie Forde Old Time Medley,
for an Florrie Forde with Cherus him. He was unconscious
and Orchestra (G9401).
hour and three-quarters, and a bone Piano Solo-
In his wrist was broken. Lucky Girl-Selection,'
Mr. Bennett (defending): You
Songs-
·
Billy Mayer (5178).
8 p.m.-Local Time & Weather stopped the funeral of Mr. Akiens, Ben, on July 4 by suggesting that Report.
he was poisoned?—Yes.
8.03-11.30 pm. Ko Theatre Relay.
11.30 p.m.-Close Down,
1
Shing
MYSTERIOUS SHOOTING AFFAIR.
Man Wounded In London Street.
A remarkable shooting incident occurred in a City street in London one night recently.
Wan
It was found. that he died a na- tural death? Yes.
Complainant agreed that the coroner told him he did not believe a word he said, and that he was a disgrace to the city. He also ad mitted that he had been convicted live or six times for breaking and entoring, and sent to prison.
A number of witnesses were called.
dismissed
At the close of the case for the complainant the chairman announe A newevendor, Thomas O'Brien ed that the Bench, thought there case to answer, and the (22), of Denny Buildings, Holborn, was no
hurrying along Carmelite summonses would be Street, London, EC. with a bundle without calling on the defence. of evening papers under his arm When the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
During this time of trial, the con- unit first went aboard the U.S.S. valescent period, Dr. Williams Pink when he suddenly staggered and Colorado for battle practice scenes Pills, are a wonderful ald. By enrich- foll to the ground. Blood was com- for "Shipmates," four microphones, ing the blood and increasing it ining from a bullet wound in his right were listed as casualties because of quantity, they invigorate the whole side. No one heard the sound of a functional, nervous and muscular sys-
Dr. Williams Pink Pills pro-shot, and the circumstances of the vide just that revitalising treatment affair are unknown. Casualties were also suffered which is the essential need after the A policeman who was summoned when the company went to Laguna ravages of seriousness have pull-extracted the bullet from the wound,
ed the patient down. to make love scenes on a rock just
A case of mony where this remedy From the appearance of the bullet beyond the surf line. Montgomery has been remarkably successful under and Dorothy Jordan were the ro-these circumstances is recorded in mantic' pair.
the terrific blast of the turrettem. guns.
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FOOTPATH APPARITION,
"Little White Dog With A Lantern."
SEEN ON DARK NIGHTS.
Sandbach, August 4. it appeared as if it might have A "ghost" story contained in a ricoheted from a wall before atrik-letter, caused a welcome diversion Australia.
ing the man.
from a heavy agenda at to-day's A Methodist minister, Rev., D. A. C. Packett, of Natimuk, Victoria, states:
A man told a reporter: "Although meeting of the Arclid (Sandbach) “BED AND BREAKFAST." "After having been seriously
I was only a few yards from the Rural Council. with double pneumonia, I was, for a
man when he fell I heard no shot:
A retired farmer wrote complain- long time, in poor health, chiefly should think the shot must have ing of the condition of a feld foot- The Cinema suya-Although
through impoverished blood. I could this latest British farce presents not perform my duties, could not re-
béen fired from fairly long range, path in his district," which, he said, little that is new, it presents gain my appetite nor sleep well. Dr. Judging by the size and depth of had been ploughed up and was now was much covered with growing corn. The. enough comedy business, amusing Williams' Pink Pills were recommend the wound. The bullet dialogue, and clever characterisa.ed to me and after taking them for bigger than those used in an air writer of the letter declared that
three weeks I noticed definite im- tion to be assured of a welcome provement. I am glad to say that the gun, but slightly smaller than ser on every dark and stormy night a from the definitely popular patron. couraO of these pills did me much vice revolver size?!
little white dog, carrying a lighted Its familiar opening situation Intro- good and Williams Pink Pills Bartholomew's Hospital, where it from nowhere," lighted people along these distressing O'Brien Was taken to St. lantern in its mouth, "appeared duces to a pair of ill-assorted conditions,"
have done for me all that is claimed couples who exchange partners in for them. Otherwise I would not give Was held that the wound was not the path, and then vanished. His serious. O'Brien, however; suffered father, he said, had soon it “scores order to teach the other pair a this testimonial." lesson; and thus the stage is set for Dr. Williams' Pink Pills, the most from severe shock,
of times.", they The Injured man bas since been the ensuing farce-comedy develop. genuinely successful blood and nerve ments in a country studio belonging tone in the world, are obtainable able to leave the hospital and re- the Farish Council, in whose ares
to one of the girls.
from all chemists, There is nothing elso just an good.
turn home.
The letter is to be handed on to
the footpath is.
POLICE RESERVE,
Orders for the Current Week.
WINTER UNIFORMS.
Orders by the Hon. Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe, C.M.G., Inspector-General of Police, aro as under:
Winter Uniform.
Members of the Chinese, Indian, Flying Squad and Sharpshooters' Companies are warned to get their Winter uniform ready: those who are not in possession of same will apply to
their respective Equip. ment Officers.
Training Course-Part II. The weekly classes for Police Re- servists at the Chincaa Company's. Headquarters, 17, Queen's Road Central will be held to-day at 5.30. All members of the Chinese and of the Flying Squad who have not passed Part II of Training Course should attend.
Chinese Company.
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p.m.
• Inspection Parade-All ranks of the Chinese Company will parade at Central Police Station on Friday for a general inspection of Equip- ment, etc., by the Company Com-
Fall in at 5.30 mander. sharp, under P. Sgt. R. J. Hunt, Dress-White uniform, cap with white cover; belt (without frog), truncheon, whistle, ́armlet" and badge, "Pocket Policeman" und nute-book to be carried. Those not In possession of uniform will attend in mufti. No member may be absent from this parade without leave from the Company Com- mander. The Equipment Officer will make It a point of being pre- Rent. Recruits will attend.
Indian Company. TeaveConstable R245 Chand has been granted 8 months" leave of absence from the Colony as from September 24.
Gopal
Training Course-Part II.-Tho weekly classes for members of the Indian Company who have not passed Part II of Training Course should attend at the Chinese Com- pany's Ileadquarters, at 17, Queen's Road Central on Thursday, at 5.00
p.m.
Flying Squad.
The final Instructional patrol of the month of the Hong Kong Sec- tion will take place on Friday. No member may be absent from this patrol without leave from the Com- pany Commander. Fall in at Central Police Station at 5.15 p.m. sharp. Dress-Khaki uniform and cap with khaki cover.
Special Duty-Members who are detailed for special duty at the Races will parade at Central Polico Station on Saturday at 1.45 p.m.
Sharpshooters' Company. Notice. A meeting of N. C. Os. and Saund Leaders will be held at the Offer of 03/c Co: Government Laboratory at 5.15 p.m. to-morrow.
(Sgd.) D. L. KING, D.S.P. (R.)
́POPE BENEDICT'S SISTER.
The Countess Giulia Persico della Chiesa, sister of the late Pops Benedict XV, has died at Venice after an illness of several weeks.
Cardinal Pacelli, the Papal Secre tary of State, conveyed the Pope's blessings to the Countess before her death.
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