THE CHINA ·MAIL, FRIDAY, APRIL 1040*
Burma Conditions
BUTTERFIELD &SWIRE Not So Bad, Says
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SAILINGS TO Amoy, Shanghal,
Yokohama & Kobe ... Inchon & Tientsin... Swalow
Swatow, Amoy &
Foochow
Salion & Bangkok
Swntow
Shanghai
Singapore 2
Singapore, Batavia.
Cheribon, Sourabaya
& Macassar
* Sails from Custodian Wharf
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"SINKIANG"
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"POYANG"
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"FATSHAN**
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ARRIVALS FROM
Swatow
Bornee, Amoy &
Poochow
5 p.m. 1st Apr.
4 p.m. 2nd Apr.
10 a.m. 3rd Apr. *
4 p.m. 4th Apr.
5 p.m. 6th Apr.
4 p.m. 7th Apr.
4 p.m. 8th Apr."
9th Apr.
•
12th Apr.
9 a.m. Int Apr,
1/2nd Apr.
Singapure, Saigon &
3/4th Apr.
4th Apr.
4th Apr.
6th Apr.
How
Shanghai
Kate & Keelung
rusan & Amoy
Shanghai & Keelung Kotr
Tientsin & Inchun
RIVER SERVICE
Hongkong/Canton DUT. 1gkong 10 p.m. 1st April, Midnight 4th April
HK MACAO DEP I.K.
Noon 2nd Apr. 8.3. 4th 5th
61: 7 & 8th Apr.
6th Apr. 9th Apr. 9/10th Apr.
Canton/Hongkong ARR. Hongkong 11
a.m. 3rd Apr. 7.30 x.m. 7th Apr. MACAO/UK ARR. H.K.
6.30 p.m. 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th & 8th Apr,
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"STENTOR"
"ANTENGR"
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vla Gros Marseilles & Glasgow Schedule Bh'p.
Arrivals from
U.K. via Straits
U.K, via Straits
8th Apr. 12th Apr.
24th Apr
In port
3rd Apr.
9th Apr.
U.K, via Straits & Manila
9th Apr.
14th Apr.
20th Apr.
UK la Strafts & Manjla
NEW YORK SERVICE
.....frum U.S.A, via Manila
26th Apr.
23rd Apr.
Carriers option to proceed via other torta to load and discharge
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Sailings to
Kure & Yokkachi ...
Sandakan, Brisbane,
Sydney & Melbourne
Arrivals from
Australin
Australia & Manlia
23rd Apr.
28th Apr.
19th Apr. 21st Apr.
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1/4/1949
3/4/1940
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10.p.m.
5/4/1949
4/1945
TUNG ON WHARF
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9 p.m.
214/1349
9 p.m.
77/4/1949
9 p.m.
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9 p.m.
1/4/1949
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Conditions in Burma today, though not normal, still are not as bad as depicted by some cor- respondents.
Mr. U Tin, Parliamentary Secretary to Prime Minister Thakin Nu of Burma, who passed through Hong Kong yesterday on his way to the UN Assembly at Lake Success, described Burma's present difficulties as a legacy of the war with Japan.
"There was bound 10 be some sort of trouble", he told the press.
pattern of events all throughout the South East Asia area. Burma is in a position today Mr. U Tin said that certain in-where she must move carefully. dividunis lacking in foresight is to her advantage to avoid some of them Hitish--were part-power polities; therefore, she is ly responsible for the trouble in doing business and
friendship with all. Burma today, but he emphasised
"One thing I can tell you- that it was individuals who were whatever the trouble in the coun- responsible tather than any Gov-try may be, we are very euli-
emment.
"I would be very wrong to say that the British Government was inciting trouble," he declared.
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Of the 1,000,000 Karens Burma, Mr. Tin estimated that about 10 per cent were fighting against the Government. This 10 itself with per cent ha allied
the Communist element in Burma. A compromise between de- mocracy is known to the West and Cominusin was best suited to the new Republic, he said. (Burma's present Government is Socialist.)
Mr. U T expressed doubt that pure Congmunismo would ever find a large following in his coun- try.
General Pattern
cultivating
dent that the present Govern- ment can queil it within a reason~ able time," he declared. Only
A glant and five midgpts who comprles the Freak Show North Point—("China Malt" photo).
at the Alta,
Britons Decorated
present Government could keep By China
Burma friendly to the cracles, he added.
demo-
Referring to old-time Burmese tenders, Mr. U Tin commentes:
the
have nothing against them as Individuals, but they cannot run
show today." On
subject of the
Burmu's economy, the Parliamentary Secretary had this to say: "What- ever conditions may be, we will never starve.
we
We can produce
enough for our own consumption. However,
want to produce more and contribute toward the solution of the food problem of the world."
Help Welcome
The Chinese Ambassador in London, Dr. Cheng Tien-hal, number recently presented a
of decorations conferred by the Chinese Government in recognition of services ren. dered to China during the second world war.
The decorations were: Mr. Leonard F. Behren, Brilliant Star with Ribbon: Sir Ernest Burn, Brilliant Star with Ribbon: Bir Ernest Burdon, Brilliant Star KCLE, сак. with
Special Cravat: General Sir Philip
Christiaon, KBE,
CBE, D80, MC, Cloud Banner with Grand Cordon; Sir Frank with
GIII, KCNG, OBE, Brillant Star with
"The trouble is not confined to Burma alone," the Parlia Because Burma was wealthy in
Secretary mentary
continued, rice, Mr. U Tin said, he felt con- describing
Captain of the fident that friendly nations such
it as part
Surveyors' Meeting
as the United Kingdony India and Pakistan would want to see the trouble stopped within her bor- ders. (The ghting in the coun- tryside
produc- has disrupted (ion.)
already
He said that Burma had asked for a loun, which she felt confident would be forth- coming soon. Burma also needs arms and ammunition.
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groups
Two applications for admis- sion from local Chinese resi- dents, engaged in surveying
"Friendly assistance from any country is welcome." said Mr.| work, were received during
U Tin "If the terms are fair." 1948 by the Hong Kong Branch
The fighting in Burma was not Institution of of the Royal
a racial clash, the Parliamentary Chartered Surveyors.
said, and except for Secretary The Hong Kong branch held fis
the insurgent Karens and their nual meeting on Wednesday. A Communist alles, the people of review of the year's activities
country-including minority disclosed that the institution has
such as the Stans, Chins, Chinese members in its Malayan Kachins and Karennis-were all Branch but this is the first occa-solidly behind the Government of alon on which local Chinese rest-
Burma. dents have applied for Student-
If, however, it was decided that ship.
The two applications were sentiment among the Karens for forwarded to London with favour-ti able endorsement from the local a separate state in the North was really strong. the Burmese. Gov. branch committee.
ernment would willingly hold a plebiscite to decide the issue. Committee has been delegated to investigate the matter and make recommendations to the Govern ment.
A
Bir
Rosette: Special
James Henry Bcrymegor Star with Spe- Wedderburn, JP, DL. Brilliant cial Cravat; the Reverend Dr. Arthur
Taylor, DO, LI. o. Brilliant Star with Rosetta.
ab. Presentations made In
sentia
wars: the Reverend Mr. A.G. Moore. Anderson, Bril- lant Star with
Ribbon:
Mr. Iver E.L. Mackay. Brilliant Star with Ribbon; Mr. Paul Bril- Hector Munro-Faure,
Ribbon;
and liant Star with
Robert Shields, Mr. Philip Brillant Star with Ribbon.
FREAKS TO PERFORM
A
AT RITZ
seven-day
performance
by a group of freaks, includ ing a midget and a giant, will be opened at the Ritz, North Pełni, tonight.
The group, headed by Mr. Lau Hon-tsing, Includes giant, a midget, a "mall herd" man, o "Miss Falty" and an armless gil. aged seven, who is able to handle almost anything with her feet.
of Sze- The Glant, a native chuan, Is 10 feet in height and weighs
400 pounds, while the anlaget, a native of Hopeh, aged and eight 40, is only one foot inches tall.
tett
At in teu receplion to the press yesterday afternoon the midget sold:
don't know what' wrung with me and I would ap
it If you pressinen could
During the reception armices girl displayed her skill characters In writing Chinese with her feet. She also it a cigarette with them.
the
The girl, about faur feet tall, was born armless.
The group will proceed to the South Seas after their perform- ance here.
............................................. ST. JOHN ORDERS
DEFENCE BONDS Unler by Mr. A. el Arculli, Commis.
sinner, Ht. John Ambulance Belgade, Hong
Ambulance Baties Hong Kong: April
p.m., BCAA Dirkin. Bunday,
Division: Navy Ground, 4.30 29.m., Eastern Division: IKPO Ground, 4.20 p... Exel-
In accordán& 'with the provi-Kong District, follow- stons of Section 31 of the Finance to April . Warichal "A" Division, Act, 1948, the Palestine Defence Ambulance Duties Kowlooms April 4 20 Bonds and Savings Certificates (April 18. Kons Wah Division.
Football Match Dutives Saturday, April outstanding immediately before May 15, 1948 are to be treated as: HKFC Ground. 3 p., ah, day, liabilities of the United Kingdom sing Government, it was oficially April 1: Carolina 1. 4.30 pm.. KCDB stated yesterday.
All holders of and securities em Diviakin: Boundary Street, 4.30 p.m., should send in full details of their songkok Blylsion.
their permanent Vaccination Duties: KC Railway, Apri holdings and
April 2, KYMCA address to the Under-Secretary 1. KCOD Division; of State for the Colonies (Pales-Division: April 1, BCAA Divisies; April Asked to comment on Burne's tine Defence Bonds and Savings Central Divisions April 5. Bhaukiwan attitude toward
any possible Certiflentes), Sanctuary Buildings, Division: April 4, Sth Nah Division.
Damer Badk The Commisiloter Street, London, Pacific Pact, Mr. U Tin replied Great Smith that his country would probably S.W.1., whether or not they have has approved the wearing of the Trans- port Badge for all CIt's qualißed to wear
will submit mat join, unless it proved detrimental already communicated with the same. v. Supte,
their Beufor Otherr of aft members of their. Division who hold a XK driving Hence to drive in) Larrlee, (B; All types of vehicles, quoting the cence number and date of renewal.
The Chairman of the Branch, Mr. J. Ring, proposed Mr. G. L. Wilson,
FRIKA., FRICS., (Pabner and Turner) as Chairman for the ensuing year. The election was carried unanimously,
Other appointments were Vice- Mr. A.E. Lissainan; Chairman, Hondary Secretary, Mr. F. Shanks. Committee Members: Messrs, G. W. Grey, M.I. De Ville and JE.
to lier interests. Richardson.
ed
Mr. Richardson, who has, carri
out the duties of Honorary Secretary for the past 20 years, was recorded the thanks of the Branch for his interest in, and services to the Institution in Hong Kong.
The meeting concluded with vote of thanks to Mr. J. Ring for his work as Chairman for some
10 years, and for his hospitality during the evening.
HK-SHANGHAI
Colonial Omce.
Canada The Land Of Opportunity
The Dominion of Canada, with its tremendous natural resources, is a land of opportunity, ready to welcome newcomers.
Promotions and Appointmenta: A/Dist. Off. L, Bones to Die, Of. Kowloon w...t. Apr 4, 1948: A/Dut. off. Wong Xam Cheung to Dir on. HK *. December 20, 10481 MJ/Corps Supt. R. A. Falwords to Corps Supt. Kowloon wat. November 12, 1948: Cpl Ng Bick Nam promoted Cpi. w.c.f. January 11, 1949: Pte. Two Bhin Ker appolpted L/Cpt. w.et. January 11, 1949: Pre. Chau Tal-Woo appointed Ifon. See, Sgt. war, February 1, 1949.
A bazaar by St. Paul's Colleg will be held tomorrow at No. 33. Mr. Kenneth Noble, Cana- Mr. Noble presented Canada to Macdonnell Road. It
will be Lopened by the Right Reverend Bishop R.O. Hall at 10.30 am.
PHONE OPENED dian Trade Commissioner in Hong Kong at the invitation e
A 10-minute exchange of Hong Kong, told a large au- the British Council. greetings between the Gov-dience at the Helena May In-
ernor of Hong Kong and the Mayor of Shanghai yesterday morning officially opened the Hong Kong-Shanghai Radio- Telephone Service.
stitute yesterday a little about the far-away country, which to so many people here is little more than a large pink blotch on the map.
Bre
Sir Alexander Grantham spoke Mr. Noble spoke of the great Cannula. to Mr. K.C. Wu from Government wealth of natural resources, atill House.
The conversation was largely untapped, in
Many relayed over the telephone line to More than half the fresh water in the Cable and Wireless office for the world is in Canada,
waterfalls
harnessed transmission by radio to Shang of her.
to provide cheap slectric powerį but there still remains a great The service will be open to the public at IK$21 for a minimum untouched, supply. three-minute call from 8 a..
Canada's forcats, minerals and ain felds also contribute toward today.
making her a rich and prosperous country.
hai.
NEW DUTY
Her 10 provinces (including Newfoundland, which felned to- The duty on table water was day) enjoy a wide variety, of Only Liz the three Increased to 48 cents a gallon by | climate..
a resolution passed by Legislative Prairie Provinces, where there is Council yesterday, eg
no large body of water to modify
The increase became affective the climate, are extremes of heat from midnight yesterday.
SAF-KIL RAT BAIT
kills rats surely and slowly enough to allow then to get away from building or return to burrows before dying.
and cold registered.
Mr. Noble gave a brief sketch He of the history of Canada, also outlined her political and economic position. She ja the of the trading nation third world today, after the United Brates and the United Kingdom. Her remarkably palygot popu- lation is barely 50 per cent of Anglo-Saxon origin.
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BRITISH INDUSTries fair MAY 2-MAY 13th 1949.
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Very ENCASHMENT OF TRAVELLERS CHEQUES AND
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Mr. Noble pointed out that Canadians word similar 19 Americana in many ways--notably in: lánguage - and. distinct WREA culture there difference. He described this differences a, steadiness which did not make Canadians prone to the mass Hysteria to often evident in the United States,
#rwo, sims, brought dong by Mr. Noble helped to mimirate
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il 29th Apr.
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from Calcutta vin Strmita. for Japan via Amo
Calcutta from Strat
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P&O./B.I. JOINT SERVICE
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for Bombay & Karachi. for Bingapore, Penang, Madras, Cochin, Bombay, Karachi l'emalan Gulf.
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A "EASTERN" "
... "NELLORE"
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due
end Apr.
alis en May
Team Japan & Shanghal tor Manila, Rabaul, Brisbane, Sydney, Mel bourne Adelaida, from Australia,
for Manila, Rabaul & Autralian Porta,
Acerpin cargo on through hills of lading for NEW ZEALAND & FIJI ISLANDS PORTE,
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