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The report of the Hongkong Ico Co. Ld., some racing information, and other matter, will he found oo pago 5.
with the former differences of the tire may be the sentiments of individual mem- parties, but is actually at right angles bors, on the whole the situation tends with it. Adroitly the Liberal party took towards a continuation of our late policy, advantage of, this divergence of the two and this is probably the real reason that, sections, and went to the country nominally notwithstanding a nominal reversal of the on the question of Free Trado; actually political aspect at home, which in ordinary morely on the interprétation to be placed circumstances would betoka n 1 grave on the term, and whether the doctrine of political danger, the charge is looked f accepting a Protection more irksome than upon without any gravo symptoms of anything ever before known was to be apprehension. England has within the pre- CHEMISTS BY APPOINTMENT TO accpanied by a process of cheapening sent generation passed through far more and debusing, and accepted as a blessing dangerous crises, and there is little reason to the working mun at the expones of the to apprehend that the sun of her prestige nation at large, and destructive in the end has as yet come within say measurable to his own interests. It was, of course, distance of setting. easy for the lern school of pinchbeck Cobdenists to pose for the instant as the genuine metal, and this was rendered the easier that the usual swing of the balance between the two parties was according, to the experience of over a century actually due. The two superalded bave caused a reversion quite as markel, though in the opposite direction, that that occurred in the General Flection of 1895. Of what were the general issues tint determined the present eléction it is as yet premature to speak; the short telegraphic summaries which are all wo have to depend ou are by no means clear or consistent, and even if they were, it is by no means certain that either party has as yet hit on the right solution. Returning, however, to the pont from which we originally started/ it le plain that as concerns Hongkong, more Especially in connection with the develop
IMPORTANT NOTICE.
IN ADDITION TO THE
5 PER CENT, DISCOUNT
ALREADY ADVERTISED,
FURTHER
REDUCTIONS
Have a roade from this fate IN THE
PRICES of many of the following
PATENT MEDICINES,
INFANTS' FOODS,
SOAPS,
PERFUMES.
E MAINTAIN THE LARGEST W AND MOST COMPLETE STOCKS of these
GOODS in the Colony, and our Steoks being frequently turned oror, ensures all Goods being
FRESH and in the BEST CONDITION.
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The storm of Wednesday night gave the sampan population an onions time. No fower than four sampaus were capsized at different points of the harbour, but fortunately the occupants were all rossued, either by passing launches or noighbouring sampana.
The Hongkong Football Club plays a Rugby match against the United Services to-day (Friday), kicking off at 4.45 pm. The Club team consists of:-T. C. Gray; F. C. Kanda", T. E Pearce, M. A. Marray and W. J. Daniel C. M. Prashaw aud R. J. Blackburn; F. W. Lester, A. Boyd, F. C. Murray, J. C. Steen, E. D. C. Wolfe, J. Harron, S. C. Vickers and H. F. Chard.
Notes of the Banco Nacional Ultramarine of Jaston are now in circulation at Macio, and
will doubtless in due couras fisd their way to Hengkang. Wo are informal that the local
banks will accept those notes at their par value, or they may by cashed at the office of Mers Rozario & Co., the local agonta of the bank. Only one dollar netes and five dollar notes have been issued.
ment of our interests in China, the twe most interesting Bgares are the two com paratively new men who represent the Colonial and Foreign Ofices respectively. We use the terin
"comparatively new "
Sir Chentung Liang-chong, the Chineso advisedly, because neither Lord Eteix nor Minister, notified Mr. Roof, State Secretary, Sir EDWARD GREY are in the wider senIRE of the departure of the China Imperial Commis- unknown.
Lord Elox was appointed sion which was to arrive in Washingtou about during Lord Roseusny's short administra Jauuary 21 to study American political, naval, ucational, and industrial methods. Another tion in 1894 Viceroy of our greatest depe-commission, headed by Hsiang Chi-long, ia descy, Inlin, but though appointed under visiting Europe on a similar mission. It is a Liberal Government, the greater portion explained that the missions were undertaken
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casualties.
and left Vladivostock on January 29th with
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THE DEATH OF THE KING OF DENMARK.
LONDON, January 30th.
HONGKONG HORTICULTURAL
SOCIETY.
FIRST ANNUAL EXHIBITION..
VEGETADLES FROM PRIVATE GARDENS.
Class XXXIV-8 kinda of Vegetables-1, Mra Rodger, 2 Mrs. Jones Hughes,
Close XXXV- Heads of Celery-1, 'Mra. Rodger; 2. Mrs. Lowis.
Class XXXVI-6 Beet Boots-1, Mrs. Dickson; 2. Mrs. Jones Haghus
Class XXXVII-6 Carrots-1, Mra. Dek- Bon; 2, Mrs. Grifßn.
Class XXXVIII-2 Cauliflowers-1, Mrs. Deacon, Mr.
Mr. Mody.
Cina XXXIX-2 Cabbages-1, Mrs. Doncoa; 2. Mes Dickson,
Class XL-2 Lettuces-1, Mr. Mody; 2, Mrs. Brewin
The recently formed Hongkong Horticultural Society is to be congratulated on the success attending its inaugural efforts, the first annual exhibition under its auspices being opened yesterday in the Botanical Gardens sul con- tinued to-day.
A prettier site-round the fountain--could scarcely have been selected, visitors looked upon nature in its fairest form. Thore asociated with the Society have been fortunato in onlisting considerable enthusiasm and support, exhibitora, coming forward in greater numbers than was expected, while the quality and nature of the displays were also, much better than was anticipated.
and both within and without the enclosure
The entries, which numbered 420, were fairly evenly distributed, most classes being well filed and only in
thero no exhibits. Considered g
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erally, the quality of both flowers and vegetables reached-a very high level, and in. come instances the judges found a diffealty is
It was not till 2.30 p.m. that King Chris-making a selection. However, Sir Francis Piggott, and Masure. Tuteber and D. W. tian was sufficiently indisposed to retire to
Craddock discharged their duties admirably aud his bed. Only the Dowager Empress of
no fault was found with their decisions. Roses, Russia and Prince Hans were present at
were a very fine collection, and pot plants were" the end; other members of the family exceptionally strony. arrived too late. The official announcement of the death says that the symptoms pointed
to heart failure,
The accession of King Frederick the Eighth will be proclaimed to-day,
The Emperor of Germany goes to Den- mark. Queen Alexandra will also go, but the presence of the King of England depends
on the date of the funeral,
THE OPENING OF PARLIAMENT,
LONDON, January 30th. The King will open parliament with a modifed ceremonial.
BARON SUYEMATSU AND THE N. D. L.
SPECIAL INTERVIEW.
In consequence of Renter's telegrams au pouring that Baron Sayematan, while a passenger on the Ñ.D.L. s.8. Zeilen, had com.
A noteworthy feature of the show was the which were fully explained in the hard-book Mauritius und Hongkong Ecmomio Collections
and attracted considerable interest:
The
Hongkong Hotel also sent a very pretty collec tion of pot plants.
Happily, the event was favoured with brilliant weather and visitors were numerous, especially
Batt, West Kent Regiment attended and dis-
in the afternoon, when the band of the 2nd
coursed pleasing elections.
Taag: 2. Mes. Rolger.
Class XLI-50 Pods of Pour-1. Mrs. Ho
Class XLII-59 Reds of French Baans-1,
Mrs. Lewis; 2. Mrs. Diskoa.
Class XLIII-25 Potatoes-1, Mrs. Lewia, Class XLIV.6 Turnips 1, Mrs. Grilla. Cinga XLV 12 Onions-No azbibits. Class XLVI-25 Radishes-1, Mrs. Denoon; Mr. Mody.
Class XLVII-12 Tomatoes-1, Mrs. Rodger 2, Mrs. Lowi,
Mrs. Deason; 2 Mrs. Dickson.
Class XLVII-2 Vegetable Marrows-1,
VEGETABLES FROM CHINESE MARKET GARDENS.
Class XLIX-2 Heads of Celery-1, Mr. He Tang.
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Class L. Beet Roots 1. Mr. Ho Tung: 2. Castle Peak Farm.
Class LI.6 Carrots, Mr. Ho Tung; 2, Castle Peak Form.
Class LII- Canlidowers 1, Castle Perk Form: 2, Mr. Ho Taug.
Class III Cabbages. Castle Peak Close LIV. Lettuce.--1, Castle Peak
Farm.
Form
Class LV-50 Pods of Poas-1, Castlo Pank Farm
Class LVI-50 Pods of French Boane -1, Castle Peak Farm.
Clam LVII-25 Potatoes-No exhibita Claas LVIII-6 Taruips-1, Castle Ponk Farm
Class LIX 25 Raiskos-1 Castle Peak Farm.
Farm.
Class LX 50 Brussels Sprouts. No exhibits. Class LXI 12 Tomstoes, Castle Peak
PROITS, Hongkong-I, Mr. Chau Lap-ches.
Class LXII- Collection of fruits grown in
GENERAL EXHIBITS.
fruits, proserves, etc. 1. Castle Peak Form.
Prizes were given by the Soviety, H. E. the Governor, H. E. the General Officer Com manding, Sir Francis Piggott, Sir Paul Chator,
Clasa LXIII Best exhibit of Colonist Vege Mrs. Hatton, Mrs. 8. T. Duan, Mr. Ho Kontable Products of any kind includiar plants, tong. Sup Baad F. Department, Mr. Chan Sin-ki, Mr. Fang Wa-chun, Mr. J. Barton, and **Okl Adoni" through the Daily Press,
The prize awarded by hallot ticket holders writing their selection on a coaptérfoil-for the best tabla decoration want to Mes Seth by popular consent, while Mr. Chan Lup-oboe socured the distinction of having it proclaimed that his was the beatest garden in the Colony,
and Mr Noma had the honour of gaining the prize for the best arrangement of flowers and
Class XIV-Best collection of flowers grown and exhibited in a window-bax or verambu-box by any residents' son or daughter at reseding 15 years of age.1, Felix Ellis. Class LXY-Best exhibit of vegetable pro- ducts from any Treaty, Port of China--1 Mr. Leung Hing yip
Class LXVI Best dowering plant from any Palics Station in the New Territory-Nex hibits.
A. S. WATSON & CO.. of his administration was passed ader the with the object of following the example of Unionist lead of Lord SALISBURY, and Japan and of taking advantage of the best though not one of the great adininistrator modern foreign ideas which could ha cugrafted distinguished Japanese diploniat, as well as the foliage according to the rale of Japatrese ari, from Private Gardens-1, Mr. Babington,
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who have set their mark indelibly on the CHEMISTS, DRUGĢISTS, PERFUMERS great charge committed to their care, Lord ELCIK was able to retire with enhanced hoone and reputation from a difficult post requiring the exercise of some of the highest qualities of statecraft.
In lais new office hey succeed such able and sympathetic
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The Daily Press.
on Chinese civilization.
Our Macao correspondent writes about an eyesore that visitors have been noticing. He says. The road that leads from the Boa Vista Hotel to the Santa Sancha was at one time a much frequented place, especially daring the stoner when large numbers resort to this spot to enjoy the cool breezes which generally neglected by the Leal Senado and the Pablie Works department. The hillside overlooking
plained of discourteous treatmen!, a Daily Press representative was instructed to interview the
commander, immediately on arrival of the steumer at Hongkong.
Baron Snyomatsu said that but for one circumstance he would not have consented to refer again to this disagreeable alter. He available opportunity; and at Colombo, the pablished his complaint at Port Said, the first German Consul, who happened also to be agent for the Nerd oatscher Lloyd, waited upon him
The list of officials managing the Society is as under :-
Patrons, His Excellency Sir Matthew Nation, Hatton, C... au Sir Paul Chater, K., C.30 16.07 M.44. His Excellency Mujar-General Villiers
Piggott, Kt.; General Committes--Mr. J President, His Honour Sie Francis Taylor Barton, Mies E. Bowley, Mrs. Brawin, Mr. D.
W. Craddock, Mr. A. Denison, Mr. S. T.
predecessors as Mr. CHAMBERLAIN and Mr prevail there. Of late I notice that it is sadly and assured him that no intentional dísrospect Daun, Mr. E. Osborne, Mrs. Seth, Mr. L
the picturesque Biehop's Bay has been allowed to be made a dumping ground for all sorts of objectionable rubbish which emits fearful smells"
SUPREME COURT, Thursday, February 1st.
IN SUMMARY JURISDICTION,
BEFORE MR. A. G. Wish (PCISNE JUDGE).
AN ABSCONDING PLAINTIFF,
had been paid to bim.
true.
I was quite satisfied, and prepared to regard With that assurance," said His Excellency, the incident as closed. I agree to speak for publication in the Daily Press now because of what was published in a newsp (par at Singapore [Straits Timice], as coming from the tha Captain when interviewed at Penang. That statemen is false from beginning to end. Captain von Binzar is reported to have said that the upper
seals at the Chief Officer's table were occupied by ladies. That is not
Apset from nay special claims to courtesy, I consider that as a Japanese gentleman 1 was disgracefully treated. I was seated, with my staff and three other Japanese passengers, at the foot of the Chief Oficer's table. At each port on the way out pasengers were getting uff, and if there had been any sincere desire to make amends, I could only have teen offered more honourable places. It is true that the captain approached me on board, as say, but the manner in which he did it was to add further insult to the one already given. He opproached me as I was coming out of the smoke room, when it was durk.”
The interview with the captai was not meuaged. He
was very busy, naturally, and the namerens other engagements of ou reporters prevented a mutually convenient Judgment was accordingly-entored for appointment. We reproduce, therefore, Capt. defendant with costs.
ron Binzer's explanation as it was published at Singapore the one to which the Baron has just taken exception.
W. Alarakia sued Pak Bui-ki for $1,000 due Mosses. Bruttos, Hett und Goldring! appeared on u promissory note. Mr. F. P. Heti (of for plaintiff, and Mr. A. Holborow for defondant. Mr. Holborow asked that the case bo struck off the list, as the plaintiff hal absconded.
Mr. Heit objected to this, stating that although the man was absent he might return.
His Lordship--Do you know why he is absent? Mr. Hott-No.
His Lordship-Wall, I do. It is better for him.
A QUESTION OF PARTNERSHIP.
TLTON, and though to a certain extent the diffenities of the post will be thereby lessened, in others the comparison will tend to show any personal weaknesses that may be inherent in the man. Sir EDWARD Gues, of course, stands on a pinnacle of his own; he has always more than the other members of his party claimed the right of his own convictions, and refused, when in the office of Under Secretary,, to be led blindly even by his exacting chief, the late Mr. GLADSTONE; and in the present instance | has boldly announced his intention of carry- HONGKONG, FEBRUARY 2ND, 1906. ing on his office ou the lines laid down by Loud LaNinowse; he is in fact, the hope NATURALLY the formation of 僖 new Gov.
of the Imperialist section of the present eroment at home especially when
Cabinet; but it is, of course, too early to accompanied by the almost romantic eir-
(judge how much, or how little, this may cumstances under which. Mr. BALFOUR porten. On the whole, it is likely that, resigned office, excites symathies through notwithstanding the presence in the Govern the whole British Empire, however slightment of a wing whose avowed wishes ally may be the individual and personal them with the Little England party, the terest involved. With the strife of outside relations of the country will not parties, Liberal or Conservative, we, of undergo, for some time at least, any very course, in this little Island Colony have marked change. The bolder and more little to do; but the dispositions of the straightforward policy pursued by the Cabinet over and above their mere party Uno nist party when in office undeniably predilections may very seriously affect us coincided with the wishes of the country at not only as a Crown Colony, but as large. This was most conspicuous with re- intimately effected by the home relationsspect to the alliance with France; France with China. The first is, of course, under for all the little causes of disunion whieh $316.56, was for rice supplied to the Colonial Office; the second has to say now and then cropped up, has always been defendants, who contractors carry- to II, M. Bearetary of State for Foreign a favourite in England; and the attempting out works at the Dock Yard Extension Affairs. In both departments the new
bas always bocu mande by the people at large and Yanmati, but while it was admitted that Government labours under
one guy to minimise way little cause of friction. Otho rice had been supplied it was denied that the Savomater came on board the Zieten. Captain source of weakness in being avowedly the whole, the French people have gladly coalition between the two extreme wings responded, and both have learned by ex- of the party, those who love to call them-perience how manifold more numerous were solves Imperialists, and those to whom the occasions when both interests coincided that name, as in the ease of the PRIME than when they clashed. The alliance of MINISTER himself, is a source of loathing. France as naturally brings us into pleasant The Cabinet indeed contains within itself lines with the other Latin peoples, and this those two irreconcilable elements whose without requiring any sacrifice of their in internal strife caused the destruction of dependence of feeling on the part of any GLADSTONE'S Cabinet in 1894, and which In one respect, and that the most important caused the amalgamation of two thitherto in such an understanding, all are agreed, opposing elements, the Conservatives and and that is in the overpowering desire for the Liberal Unionists, under whom clinging peace. Russia is momentarily stilled by closely together the government of the the course of events, What affects her Empire has since been carried on. Curiously most at the present juncture is the necessity this combined party has fallen a victim for putting in order her finances; this can to similar elements of discord within the hardly be brought about unless by some party itself, though it is remarkable that amelioration of her internal affairs, and all this new split is in no way coincident this tends to the same end. Whatever, then,
action against the Tee Ting Kwong firm for The Fung Chong Wing firm brought an
the recovery of $236-56 for rice supplied. Mr. R. Harding appeared for plaintiffs, and Mr. F. P. Hatt (of Masers. Brutton, Hett and Goldring) for defendants.
The claim, which led originally beca for
wero
two men were partners.
The case was adjourned till Monday.
HOCKEY.
CLUB V. I.A.
both
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(Chairman), Miss E. M. Rowley, Mrs. Dickson, Gibbs, Honorary Secretary and Treasurer.
Flower Show Sub-Committee- Mr. J. Barton, Mr. L. Gobs, ve. Hatton, trs. J. A. M. Jouston, and Mrs. Soth, with Mr. S. T. Dunn. Honorary Secretary,
.Appended is the prize-list :-----
PLANTS FROM PEAK GARDENS ONLY.
Mr Salinger.
Class I-6 Annuals-1, Mr. E. H. Sharp; 2.
Class II-3 Flowering Plants-1, Mrs. Johnston; 2, Mrs. Turner.
Class II 2 Dahlias -No entries.
Mrs. Johnson.
Class LXVII Best group of flowering and foling plants-1, Mr. He Kom-tang.
Class XVII-Host collection of vegetables Class LXIX-Beat three lowering or foliage, planta in pots open to N.0.0's and Mon of the Garrison of Hongkong-1, Sergt. Allen, R.G.A.
and foliage according to the rules of Japaneso Clas LXX--Best arenagement of entflowers
art---No exhibits.
Class LXXI-Neatest Gardon in the Colony -1, Mr. Chun Lap-chee; 2, Mr. Flo Tang. Class LXXII-Best group of China Now Year Plants~), Tsing Lan-na.
At five o'clock the prizes were presented to. the successful com pálitors by K. E, the Governor in the presenes of a lurgə axambly,
Sir FRANCIS PIGGOTT (the President) said - I have to ask His Excellency to prasant the prizes.
His EXCELLENCY thon handed the priza to. the winners, at the conclusion of which hy said I think the show is a rory satisfactory vas for a first start. I hope next year it will be still better (applans). We are indebtal to Sir Francis Piggott, Mr. Burton, and the othor
Class IV-Pot of Visists-1, Peak Club; 2, gentismen of the committee for the excellent arrangements they have made which hara non- Class V-Pot of Mignonettu-), Mrs. Baltributed to the success of the show (applause). inger.
Class I-3 Pots of Nasturtium-1, Mrs. Dickson; 2, Mrs. Salinger.
PLANTS FROM ANY PRIVATE GARDES.
Class VII-6 Annuals~), Mrs. Ho Tung; 2, Mr. Chau Lap-oitee
Class VIII-3 Flowering Plants-1, Mr. Chan Lap-ches; 2 Mrs Brevia
Class IX-3 Roses-1. Mr. Browin: 2, Sir Pani Chater.
Class X-2 Dabliss-1. Mr. Mody; 2, Dr. Jordao,
Clean XI--Pot of Pensies-1, Mr. Mody; 2, Mrs. Dichten.
Class XII-Pot of Violets-1, Sir Paul Chater; 2. Mrs. Ho Taug
Class XIII-Pot of Mignonette-1, Mrs. He Tung; 2, Mr. Chan Lup-cbee.
PLANTS IN POTE (OPEN TO ALL).
{ass XIV Annuals—h, Mr. Korg Chi- au; 2, Sir Paul Chator.
Tennus: 2 Miss Loureire.
Class XV-3 Folingo Plaats-1, Mr. Wing
Class XVI-8 Flowering Plans-1.. Mine Loureiro; 2, Mr. Fat Ki-nn.
Class XVIl-3 Garaniume -1 Dr. Jordan; 2, Mr. Ho Kom-tong.
Class XVIII- Camellias-1, Mex. Ho
Tong.
Class XIX-2 Dahlias-1, Mr. Fat Kiun; 2, Mrs Ho Tung
Class XX-2 Asters--1, Sir Paul Chatër. Class XXI-1. Pink Carnation or Sweat William--1, Mr. Kwong Chi-Ä®; 2. Mr.
Class
relarning binese Minister, boarded the Zieten He says that H.E. Chang Ta-jen, the at Southampton. Ho (the Captain) had received that he was to expect any passenger of such instructions from his Company or elsewhere exalted rank; but when the Minister saw him, he gave him his flag, which he had hoisted at the fore, as is the customary courtesy with all passenger ships and warships when carrying a distinguished personage of alian nationality. The Captain's table was already full, but the Minister was offered the separate privato table usually reserved for distinguished persons, and he accepted it. Subsequently, at Gence, Huron von Binger had received no instructions as to bis arrival, and did not expect any more distinguished diplomats The Baron Wax Mody. received at first as an ordinary passenger of Class XXII-1 Mr. Ho Kom-tong; 2, Dr. high rank, and was given a seat at the Chief Jordan XXIII--Pot of Pansies-No exhibits. Officer's table. The upper seats were already Hockey Club, on the Club ground this afternoon ladies who occupied the seats of honour. He Tang, Mr. Ho Kom-teng.
The following will represent the H. K. occupied, and the Baron was placed below the Class XXV-1 Stump or Rockwork-1, Mrs. at 445 pm., playing in Wuito-Sub-Li, Firde When, subsequently, the Captain learned Class XXVI-Figare Plant-1, Mc, Kwong
NJP MacGillivray and F. Windirectly that Baron Suyema!an was a Chi-na; 2, Mr. San Fong-nn. Lyon; P. K. Kayvett, H. J. Ostatesman of high rank and a diplomatic Barnett sad W. ន. Dupree: H. G. representative of his nation in Europe, he
odehouse, L. d. Bird and W. W. U. Boss anquire if he desired to be placed at a C. Bailey (capt). R. F. C. Master, F. P. J. promptly sent the Chief Steward to to separate private table similar to that occupied by the Chinese Minister, This offer the Baron refused; but next morning he took such a table and ordered the slewards to lay it for him and
CUT FLOWERS (OPEN TO ALL),
plained of anything to the Captain, whom he Six Paul Chater. his party. This was done. He verer com- Close XXX-4 Blooms (any variety)—1 only saluted when addressed, but merely wrote Class XXX a Bunches of out flowers, each the places assigned to himself and suite at table, Cub. to the press. Elis complaint was solely onent of a distinct variety-1, Ladies' Recreation the entire party of Japanese claiming the right
Class XXXI-6 Buttonholes (Indies, & pondent interviewed many passengers on hoard Dickson to seals at the Captain's table. Your corres gentlemen's)-1 (equal), Miss Loureiro and Mira the s.s. Zielen, including the Chinese Minister, Claes XXXII-Hand Bouquet-1, Mre. and all expressed their satisfaction with the Dickson. treatment accorded to them during the voyago."
WEATHER REPORT.
is rising over Chins, and falling rapidly over On the 1st at 11.55 p.m.--The barometer
W. Japan and the Lecchoos. moring Eastwards. Pressure is highest over The depression is in the Easter Sea and N. Chins. the Formosa Channel, and increasing N. winds Strong W. to N. winds may be expected in over the N. part of the China Sua. weather improving.
Forest-Fresh to strong N, winds
Class XXVII-C Fra-1, Dr. Jorean; Mr. Ho Tung. Class XXVIII-Pot of Violets—1, Mrs. Ho Tung, 2 Mr Ho Korea toas
Class XXIX-Pot of Mignonette---1, Mrs. Ho Tung, 2, Mr. Ho Kom-tong.
Sir FRANCIS PIGGOTT--[ um suce you wish to express your thanks to His Excellency for presiding this. afternoon. In use of the visitors and also in name of the Society, I beg to thank you, sir, very heartily for your presence this afternoon applause).
This torminated the formal procettings and the vixilors continued thoir inspection of the whow.
CANTON.
{PROM OUR CORLESPONDENT.)
January 31st.
FOREIGN CAPITAL,
Viceroy Sham's desire to exploit foreign capital is being considered by the Board of Bavenue, whose decision is expected goon.
THE IMPRISONED GUILD-MAN,
Lai Kwai-pui, the representative of the Guilds who is kaprisoned for criticising the Viceregal government, had hundreds of New Year collers.
CHINESE EVIDENCE,
· Vioorsy Chon Fa telographed his son Chow Hok-yuan, an expectant Tantaf, to make a list of all the officials who had acted" rashly" in conselica with the recent agitation, and lo (the Liang-Kiang Viceroy) would denounce them to the Throne. Chang Chib-tang has been ordered by Peking to make privato onquiries about affairs at Canton.
POSSIBLE MAGIRTERIAL CHANGE.
The Poou-ya Magistrate, Chai Wai-tung, is in disgrace so far as local officials are concerned his colleagues wish to replace him with Tong Shing-chung, the Shantak magistrate. The Viceroy held a private consultation yesterday morning with the officials.
A SPECULATION FOILED,
beon
The Viceroy has officially clossi a granite quarry which a natúra had lot to a prominent Hongkong compradore, it having represented that the quarry was on Governmené property. The quarry was taken as a speculation
to supply tacterial for the railway.