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UNION INSURANCE. SOCIETY. OF CANTON, LTD., (Incorporated in Hong Kong.)
NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS.
NOTICE
YESTERDAY'S RAIN
1:195 Inches Recorded at the Observatory.
IS HEREBY GIVEN HIGHEST SINCE THE DROUGHT
that the FIFTY-NINTH OR?
WIFE OF BRITISH CONSUL IN MANILA
HERE
To: Visit Empire Products Fair.
HATES PUBLICITY
Company's Board Room, 1st Floor, DINARY YEARLY MEETING Yesterday's rain, which began Exchange Building, Hong Kong, on the Society will be held at the with a sharp shower at about WEDNESDAY, 8th JUNE, 1932, HEAD OFFICE, Union Building, noon and continued spasmodical- Mrs. Thomas Harrington, wifej
Hong Kong, on FRIDAY, 27th ly throughout the evening, was of Mr. Thomas Joseph Harrington at Noon.
The TRANSFER BOOKS of the MAY, 1982, at 11 o'clock am, for generally welcomed in view of C.M.G the British Consul-General Company will be CLOSED from the purpose of receiving the Re the long period of drought, which of the Philippine Islands accom- 28th MAY, 1932, to 8th JUNE, port of the Directors and the the Colony has experienced, with panied by her charming daughter, 1932, both days inclusive.
Statements of Account to 81st De-its resultant water shortage. Miss Dorothy Harrington, were cember, 1931, and of declaring The rainfall recorded at the among the passengers arriving here Royal Observatory from noon this morning, from Manila, per the The TRANSFER BOOKS of the yesterday to 9.80 this morning,.s. President Grant. Soclety will be CLOSED. from was 1.195 inches, which is the Mr. Harrington amilingly told a 9th MAY to 27th MAY, Both Days highest recorded since the begin-China Mail representative that she inclusive.
ning of the drought. The rain-hated publicity and declined to give fall on the island, yesterday, was an interview. slightly heavier than on the However, Mrs. Harrington ex mainland.
pressed her delight at being in the
By Order of the Board of Directors,
A. W. BROWN, Manager & Secretary Hong Kong, 20th May, 1932.
FOR SALE.
An attractive European resi- dence at Taipo.
Situated South of Railway be tween Tal Po and Taipo Market Stations, containing 3 Reception
Rooms and 4 Bed-rooms, 2 Bath-
Dividenda, etc,
By Order of the Board.
PAUL LAUDER,
General Manager. Hong Kong, 30th April, 1932.
MONDAY MAY 23, 1932.
Echo Of Shanghat Bomb Outrage
Korean To Be Dealt With By Japanese Law
CLAIM OF CHINESE NATIONALITY UNAVAILING.
CHARGES NOT DISCLOSED
Shanghai, May 16. However, just what the charges Although no charges are men- are against the prisoner where A Waterworks Engineer in Colony for the Empire Products tioned, Mr. C. H. Ahn, arrested by he is to be dealt with "accord- formed the "China Mall" to-day Fair and stated her intention of Korean, who has been held since ing to the national law of Japan" that the 1.195 inches of rain does visiting it. After a stay of four April 29 by the Japanese con- could not be learned last night. THE CHINA FIRE INSURANCE not make any appreciable differ- days here Mrs. Harrington and her sular police in connection with According to a statement
COMPANY, LTD.
ence to the Colony's water situa daughter will proceed a Japan for the bombing incident in Hong- issued last night, Japanese are (Incorporated in Hong Kong.)tion, but it is encouraging to note a stay of about three months, kew Park, will be dealt with in quite certain that there was an NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS. that the Royal Observatory ex-visiting their, many friends in that accordance with the national law organized gang behind the actual pects more rain to-day, the fore country and Formosa, where Mr. of Japan," it was announced performance of the bomb-throw- rooms, English baths fitted with hot and cold water, Flush Water" TOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN cast being south-westerly winds, Harrington spent most of his time yesterday in a communique ing act executed by Mr. In Fong
NOTICE
from 1896 to 1920. closet, Fitted for Electric light, that the SIXTY-THIRD OR- Occasional rain.
issued by the Japanese Con- Kec. sulate-General. Hard wood floors, Lawn, &c. DINARY YEARLY MEETING of
It is not definitely known how Mr. Abn's alleged acquisition many Koreans were arrested in For further particulars, apply the Company will be held at its Superintendent of Crown Lands HEAD OFFICE, Union Building,
of Chinese nationality, even it the French Concession following and Surveys, P.W.D., or District Hong Kong, on FRIDAY, 27th
it be true, it was said, would not, the incident. Eleven were ad- Officer, North, Taipo.
MAY, 1932, at 11.15 am, for
be recognized in the light of the mitted to have been taken into the purpose of receiving the Ro
national law of Japan which custody although there were re port of the Directors and the
clairas jurisdiction over any na-ports that others also had been tional holding Japanese citizen-apprehended. ship.
On May 14, according to the Since the day of Mr. Ahn's communique, five of the Koreans arrest no notice of his trial or of arrested on April 29 and 80, were a formal hearing has been made released by the constabulary to the Press. It is reported police after a series of examina- considération by his
THE HONG KONG JOCKEY Statements of Account to 31st De- cember, 1931, and of declaring CLUB.
Dividends, etc.
THE SEVENTH EXTRA RACE
The TRANSFER BOOKS of the MEETING will be held Company will be CLOSED from (weather permitting) at Happy 9th MAY to 27th MAY, Both Days Valley on. SATURDAY, 28th May, inclusive. 1932, commencing at 2 p.m.
The first bell will be rung at 1.30 p.m.
By Order of the Board,
PAUL LAUDER,
General Manager. LOST.-Strayed from 533, The Peak, MEMBERS' ENCLOSURE. Hong Kong, 30th April, 1982. On the afternoon of Saturday, May 21, Members are notified that they One Scotch Terrier Bitch-answers to and their Ladies must wear their BRITISH TRADERS' 'INSURANCE the name of Topay. No collar. Re-Badges prominently displayed.
COMPANY, LTD. No one without a badge will be (Incorporated in Hong Kong.) admitted to the Members' Enclo-
Badges admitting Nom NOTICE TO SHAREHOLDERS. sure. Members to the Members' Enclo-
ward.
POSITION WANTED. ·
Indian Constable's Rescue
DIVE FROM KOWLOON
PIER
captors."nocence.
The gallant rescue of a drowning Chinese by that he has been treated with tions which established their in- an Indian policeman took place near the Kowloon Godown Co.'s No. 5 Whraf, at 5 p.m. on Saturday evening.
Lai Shi-wan, a Chinese youth, aged 25 years, jumped into the har bour from "T" Pler, in su attempt to commit suicide. F.C. (B.100) A CHINESE COOK BOY, who can sure and Club Rooms at $5.00 for NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Sayal Ahmed, attached to the NOTICES SIXTY-SIXTH OR Water Police Station, was on duty speak English and Russian, with con- Gentlemen, and $9.00 for Ladies! Adential certificate, wishes to find (both including Tax) are obtain- DINARY YEARLY MEETING of in the neighbourhood of the Star position in either Russian Restaurant or dwelling house. Please write Boxable through the SECRETARY the Company will be held at its Ferry, and was attracted by the upon introduction by a Member, HEAD OFFICE, Union Building, commotion, Dashing to the plér, he euch Member to be responsible for Hong Kong, on FRIDAY, 27th saw the drowning man drifting to- payment of all chits, &c.
MAY, 1932, at 11.20 am., for wards the Kowloon Wharf. With- Badges admitting to Members the purpose of receiving the Re out healtation he dived in and Enclosure will NOT be on sale at port of the Directors and the Statements of Account to B1st De- the Race Course,
No. 725, c/o "China Mall."
FOR SALE
FOR SALE-Hong_Kong $ Directory ROW on sale at the offices of the Publishers, 3A, Wyndham Street.
"COASTWISE."—An interesting book of cartoons depicting "Happening" o the China Coast Price $1, on sale $t the "China Mail" offres, JA, Wynd-
Sam Street.
י
On ne pretext will children be cember, 1931, and of declaring permitted in either Enclosure dur-Dividends, etc. Ing the Meeting.
The TRANSFER BOOKS of the Tins are obtainable at the Company will be CLOSED from Club House provided they Are 9th MAY to 27th MAY, Both Days ordered from the No. 1 Boy in ad- inclusive. vance. Telophone 21920.
PUBLIC ENCLOSURE. AN INTRODUCTORY HISTORY for The Price of Admission to the schools by A. H. Crook, W. Kay and Public Enclosure is $2.00 in- W. L. Handyalde. Price $1, on sale cluding Tax, for all persons, in the publishers, New DaDer Enter-cluding ladies, and is payable at priae, Lid., SA, Wyndham Street
the Gate..
MISCELLANEOUS.
promptly printed. "Chine
By Order of the Board,
PAUL LAUDER,
General-Manager. Hong Kong, 30th April, 1932.
Soldiers and Sailors in uniform LAMMERT BROS.
are admitted Half Price.
Bookmakers, Tic Tac. Men, &c.
TOUR VISITING CARDS neatly and will not be permitted to operate. Mail" within the precincts of the Hong Tale-Kong Jockey Club during the Race
Ozon, No. 8A, Wyndham 8t shine 20029.
TUITION GIVEN.
FRIVATE LESSONS in English, Pesch, Music, Bhorthand and Type- writing. Terma moderate. 6, Amai Villas," Austin Road, Kowloon,..
HOME TUITION,
WESTOVER-STEVENAGE, Within
bour from London. In healthy Geighbourhood. SCHOOL for GIRLS
40 SMALL BOYS. "A few Boarders
Meeting.
Tiffins will be obtainable in the Restaurant in the Public Enclos
что
By Order,
6. A. SLEAP,
Actg. Secretary, Hong Kong: 23rd May, 1932.
FOR SALE.
Fastyed in the House of the Principal. POSTAGE STAMP CATALOGUES
Individual; care and attention. For
Particulars apply torbate
·MIES RUTH CULLEY,
(Camb. Higher
Gamb:zTeacherk-Diplómin).
MISS GERTRUDE TURNER,
(National Frodel Higher
HONG KONG HEIGHTS
For the information of visitors Ase following list of some of the highest points con- the Island and Mainland is publial
Victoria Pes
ignal Station
Mounta
1828
1774. 1774
AUCTIONEERS, APPRAISKRA AND SURVEYORS.
-Public Auctions
THE Undersigned have received Instructions to sell by Pablie
Auction
ON WEDNESDAY, May 25, 1932, commencing at 11 am.,
at their Sales Room,
4, Duddell Street,
A Fine Collection of BRITISH ELECTRO PLATED GOODS.
Comprising:
Entree. Dieh, Casserole Butter Dish, Tea Set, Condiment Sets, Candlesticks, Sandwich Stands, Sweet Dishes, Sauce Boats, Cake Basket, etc., etc.
FOR 1932
"from
STANLEY GIBBONS
Part L
J5.25
88.00
1982
$6.00
Part I “Yvärt & Tellier
Scott Stamp & Coin Co. 38.00:
GRACA & CO. Dealers In Postage Stamps, Garden Seeds: Philatelis Goods, etc,
„No. 18, WINDHAM STREET, P.O. Box No. 690.00 HONG KONG
On View from Tuesday, May 24,
Terms: Cash on Delivery
- LAMMERT BROS."
Auctionsera. Hong Kong, May 21, 1982-
all: by Public
INDIAN TOUR,
awam fully clothed in his heavy C. N. Naidu's Century
uniform, and reached the man just as the latter was sinking.
Seizing him, the constable swAI for the wharf and the pair were rescued from the water by lookers on on the wharf, with the aid of a bamboo pole.
EMPIRE DAY.
Special Church Services.
London, Yesterday. The match between the Indian To-morrow being Empire Day, a touring team and the M.C.C. was service for School children of the commenced at Lord's to-day when Colony will be held in St. John's the visiting players scored 236 Cathedral at 9 mm, at which the runs for the loss of seven wickets preacher will be the Rev. J. N. The Chinese, was later sent to the C. K. Naidu, of Bombay, scored Lewis Bryan, Senför Chaplain to Kowloon Hospital suffering, from 116 rune and was still undefeated H. M. Forces, C. or E. the shock of the Immersion,but at the close of play. Lall Bingh, | At 10.30 o'clock, the Girl Guides the constable suffered no ill-effects the Malayan all-rounder, was die will lay baskets of roses on Queen from his dip.
missed for five.-Reuter.
Victoria's Statue." Pessant da
SE SUISVISOR":
75 cents
per tîn
Player's
Please
A service will also be held in the Roman Catholic Cathedral at 9
a.m.
Guldés and Scouts Entertained. At 8.80 put: the Girl Guides are being entertained at Government House by Mrs. WT. Southern, the Colony Commissioner, and wife of H. E. the O.A.G. at Flagstaff House, the G.0.C. (H.E. Major Gentral Sandilands) will be host to the Boy Scouts of Hongkong.
SHARE MARKET.
The official summary isased by. the Stock Exchange to-day states:
There is no change of note to be reported this morning, but the in- vestment section is still attracting greater attention than the rest of the list
Docks, $18.
Saloo
Hotels (Cum. Rights), Humphreys, $15%
Hong Kong Realties, $11. Hong Kong Trams, $21. China Lights (old), $20.40. Hong Kong Electrics, $744.
Buyers. Hong Kong Banks, $1,540. Hank of Cast Asia, $118. Canton Insurances $1,200, Union, Insurances, $470. China Fire Insurances, $60 Douglases, 327,
Union Waterboats, $20. Benguets, $18.
Baubs Benguet
H.K.
Docki
ations. 81÷ centa Wharges $144,"
(old) $4.90
Providents (new), $2.20;
Hon
Shanghai Lands. Tls.