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BARRIS CIA-LE
BESSIE
IN
BAWBS O' THE BLUE RIDGE
HE DID
& HE DIDN'T ”
THE JUDGE
PUNISHING A POLICE RESERVIST.
"C. BY FOR DISOBEYING ORDERS. "APPEAL ALLOWED BY CHIEF JUSTICE
POINT.
TWO MEN IN THE DOCK.
SIDE-LIGHTS ON
DOMESTIC ARRANGEMENTS.
CHINESE
· Mr. Franks : A nation, dated 17th Novem-ARMED ROBBERY AT WEST IN SEARCH OF HER HUSBAND' ber, was sent to you awarding, fine of
Fine to be paid on 29th February, 1919. #3 or 2 days CB and extra patrols.
to be warned as to C.B. for fugther de At the Magistracy, yesterday before"I're not sean my husband for some fault. After delay of over a month you Mr. R E. Lindsell, two Chinese were considerable time. paid the $3 ima. You were notiâed later charge, on remand, with being concerning me so much that I want to know He has been neglect- by Inspector Alves of the performance of ed in an armed robbery at West Point.exactly what he means. That is why I am
defendants.
Mr. J. H. Gardiner appeared for the bere," said a Chinese woman to Mr. R. E
Lindsell, at the Magistracy, yesterday. that while she was undressing in her of the management of the Astor House Complainant, a Chinese woman, stated The woman was charged, at the instance room she beard a tap at the door. no authority to enforce the matter, sir.
Self As I consider Inspector Alves had raply to her inquiry a woman replied "ppeared that her husband had been em- In Hotel, with creating a disturbance: It that she was in search of a room. Witness ployed as a waiter in the Astor House Mr. Franks On what ground did you instructed her servant girl to show the Hotel, and the trouble caused by the base your assumptions received a fine of $3 was imposed, or, asently satisfied. She then heard a man
Selfi According to the intimation minutes later, the visitor left, appaz-evening, at about 3 o'clock, she indulged wonth over a vacant room, and, a few woman led to his dismissal On Wednesday
in abusive language in front of the Hotel,
One of the most interesting applications which have ever come up before his the two extra patrols to which you re- Honour, the Chiel Justice, (Sir William plied: "Your warning memo of date to Rees-Davies, K.C.) was heard in Cham-hand and I must say that I cannot and bers yesterday, when P. 471, Wwill not perform the duties detailed Guimaraes, who had been awarded C. B. therein." Why did you refuse ↑ for disobedience of orders, petitioned for. a writ of habeas corpua The case first came up for bearing on Saturday, and was adjgarned till sesterday, when the rula air granted by his Lordship, was made absolute and leave granted to apply in Chambers at a further date, as regards
costs.
William Guinarbes was confined to
an alternative, 2 days C.B. and two extra calling out to the woman, "after which demanding to we her husband, who, sha patrols. This note sent me by Inspector several men rusted in. The facts of the case, as set forth in the affidavit filed by Mr. P. W. Gold-Alves will confirm my statement.
Two of them alleged, was concealed on the premisea. ring, solicitor for the petitioner, are us follows:-
this paper states you were fined $3 and to kill her and her maid if they made by her, and she persisted in bor demand" Mr. Franks: Well, all I can say is that pointed revolvers at her and threatened The assurances of the management that be was not there were sceptically received naise Complainant struggled, and one to see her husband. also to perform two extra patrols.
Self: It does not say so, sir. At least of the men shot at her, the bullet forty-two or three hundred collected, and the A crowd of about my version of the wording is that in pa nately only scorching her singlet. After wagedient of the Hotel, when parina- ing the 3 fine I am free of the ou stealing $30, the robbers left the premises.sive methods had failed to make her do punishwledge of English permits She then blew a police-whistle and at part, communicated with the Police, who tracted sathe Chinees constables, Witness took bez into custody. She had been sent subsequently identified the prisoners at a t to the country on four previous an identification parade.
At this stage Dir. Lindsell adjourned the bearing till, today.
custody on the
the
barracks from 1.15 pm on Saturday May 17th, to 7 a.m., on the Monday fol
this sentence to continue for the three consecutive weeks. The to be discharged from That the officlowing grounds:
or officers kong
Police Fores had acted wire Dire in awarding him 1 fine and confinement to barracks. (2) That the said he having been paid, the D.S.P. (R.) acted ultra pires in awarding him further confinement to barracks, (3) That the schedule of punishment contemplated A single period of confinement to bar- racks, but not series of disiointed periods, as in this case,
Continuing, the affidavit went state that:-
My client was absent from 2nd shift patrol on the 12th of February last, and, in consequence of such absence, he was
patrols
$3.
A
my
me.
Franks: But the Board intended, the Board is myself, and the intention of my own that you were to be fined and two extra patrola or two days' C.B.
Self Sir, I regret that I could only act on the written instructions and not
any person's
intention.
SMUGGLING
ARMS
AN INGENIOUS DEVICE.
Mr. Hough: Where are you employed! Self: At Messrs. Dodwell & Co. air. Mr. Hough: That is a British firm and by virtue of your knowledge of the Eng todiza language you are employed by Dod-
well's,
so I don't see any reason why you should say so much about your light knowledge of English. You know Engagglers of urmas resort were illustrated
and you know it.
at the Magistracy, yesterday.
oa to
received my note of the punishment be Mr. Alves: On the day that Guimaraes
The ingenious devices to which Chinese
Chinese passenger on the Tango called at my office to ask if it was the Maru, from Australia,
was arrested, intention or the Court to award him $
to
Mr. Lindsell (in a tone of astonish- cent): Six hundred and sixty-eight
The Police confirmed the statement,
ammunition were brand new."
and added that the revolvers and the
have beon sont away several times before. Mr. Li daull (to the defendant): You Your folly has resulted in your busband lasing his job. Your husband is not in the Hotel-Defendant; I am told be, ja there yet. I got a telephone message to that offers.
Where did you get the message from 1 - From a boarding-house.
House Hotel said the defendant's husband The assistant manager of the Astor was sent away about a month ag had not even
Defendant:
Bronched the Hotel since. the 9th instant I saw him there. I have no food, and if, as they back to my country- say, he is not there, they should send me
The court was informed that the woman. had been sent away several times before, ably, was the reason why she had come money was given to her. That prob
and
again.
defendant she kept up a running are of Whilst this was being translated to the comment.
Awarded the following punishment * Fibed 81 or 2 days' C. B. and 2 extra From the above award it is clear to my mind that the punishment meted out one and two extra patrols, and. I dis-Yesterday morning, with two revolvers in to my client was in the nature of two tinctly told him that it was so, whereupon as possession - Coft automatic and a alternatives-one of which
he iniormed me of his resolution never to do-a spare magazine and 668 WAS the pay; ment of the ane, and the other 2 days'
to partorm, the patrol, and he cannot deny rounds of ammunition C.B. and 2 extra patrols-in consequence that..
Mr. Franks: You heard what Inspector which
my client chose the first alterna tive and on April 1st paid the fine of Alves said?
rounds i Self: Yes, sir, and I say that Inspector Subsequently be was ordered to at tend two extra patrols, which, Inspectorression. It is true. I had an interview
talk The next time you go near the Alves is prevaricating, is under a fase im.
Mr. Lindself: I do not want you to Alves said, was further punishment awarded to him under and by virtue of with Inspector Alves to ask his opinion.
Astor House Hotel and create a distur; above-mentioned document.
The ammunition was "concealed in a My Inspector Alves could only tell me that
bance I'll fire you heavily. Your husband elicat refused to perform these two extra better act according to the notice, and holes drilled in the sides, in each of which care country: I discharge you, but hi he was not use himself but that I had box specially made for the purpose, with not there. Your best course is to return patrols, maintaining that his reading of the award given to him
added that he him the Also
was rather inclined was inserted a bullet. to think that
The top of the either to pay the line or submit to t
I paid the fine, which he box was covered with a layer of lozenges. advised má to do, I would not Defendant said he had received news robbers." He was taking the arms and sell to confinement to barracks for inn for the extra patrols. Upon my that his village had been raided by munition to the country for protec Mr. Lindsell, fined the defendant five hundred dollars, and confiscated the
the
gave
the
be
3 days and perform twe extra patrols: expressing a wish to see you, Inspector He was told by Inspector Alves although that might be the correct read-Mr. Franks: But I cannot recollect
furnished me with your letter." ing of the award in question it was
ion of the D.S.P. (E.) that an addi- Self: I was here on more than one occa intention
your seeing me. tional punishment was intended for bimsion bat never had the satisfaction of and he was therefore to do the two patrols.
ve two clor* finding you, sir,' On April 24th he was warned to
'to attend.
Hough: "But you see Mr. Franks D.B. to be held on April 28th for the following alleged default: Refusing to
Self: Yes, air. perform extra patrola My client at
Mr. Franks: I don't think you took tended the Board, and on April 30th he much pains to find me, as I am often here. received the following memo of punish who works in Mr. Jenkin's office and Mr.
Self: Yes, 1 I
did call and the lady Potter
ment:
1919,
(1)-Absent from patrol on 12th April,
at p.m. Central. (2)Refusing to perform duty." The ASP. (H.) has awarded the fol lowing punishment: Four days' C.B., 10th, and 11th. (Bgd.) A G. E. Alves, Inspector.
It is against the double punishment that my client is submitting this appeal The double punishment in irregular, and my client is justified in refusing to obey the second, punishment, as he had an
option.
дож
tion.
armoury
CANTON BRITISH WAR CONTRIBUTIONS.
British residents in Canton has been re A further sum of $220 subscribed by
Mr. Potter: I suppose you mean Mrs.mitted to London during April and May Gerrard
as undernoted:
Self Yes, sir, if that is the lady's name, and also the No. 1 boy can testify to the truth of my assertion
the
Mr. Franks: You are quite certain that No. 1 boy can tell whether you did one to see me or not?
Belf Yes, sir, I said so, and 1 now remember Mrs. Gerrard telling me on one ofthe many occasions I came that you would be in at 5.10 p.m. to attend the Finally, it was submitted, as a matter haps, spare me a few minutes, but I did Board meeting and that you might, per of law and common-sense, that no man could define the latention of a party when not choose to trouble you then, sir. putting down in writing certain words trouble if the matter you wished to soo Mrs Franks: It would have been no except those actually written down. “The 'award of punishment should have been about was of any importance; besides, fine ga and two extra patrols or two days'
you know well enough that my Dame is on the telephone book, and I can see no had been so, na my client stated to the reason why you could not have phoned Board, he would have been, as a mattere up I suppose you had a telephone of course, bound to perform the two extra me and I made the matter clear to you
in your office. Supposing you had seen patrols.
you have performed the extra Sals: I cannot say, Bir. I might have. Mr. Franks: Now that I have explain- regarding the fine and extra patrols will ed my reasons and original intention you undertake to perform them?
Belf: No, sir.
CB and two extra: patrols If that
It is further submitted that my client is being punished for what appears to be clearly the mistake made by his superior officer in his
original award of Punishment, and that in my opinion, contrary to natural justice.
would
patrols
دم
A letter from the Captain-Superinten dent
of Police
waa included in the ais davit to the effect that he was willing to just now. You don't know English. Do Mr. Hongh: Then I revoke what I said make an order for prisoner's discharge,
you the C.B.P.. *costa,
but that, as regards
50
Captain Fryatt Memorial Fund £60 King's Fund for the Disabled....: 120 Uficers' Families Fund............. Attached is a list of the subscribers for the months of March and April:
Alexander, W., 890.
Bell, F. N., 8222, Borras, di, 810, Bray, Rev. A. H., 810
Bander, S. M., ; Becke, F. G., 840
careful
“BOUGHT AND PAID FÓR.” THE TRAFFIC IN CHILDREN IN HONGKONG.
Yet another instance of the way in which Chinese children are bartered like merchandise was afforded during the hearing at the Magistracy, yesterday, of;. a charge of kidnapping a
Chinese girl, aged nine years.
It appeared that another man, not in custody, took the child, with the mother's consent, to Macao, and there sold her. The defendant-who, presumably, was an intereated party followed the man to Macao. The transaction, it would scam, was not concluded to the satisfaction of all concerned, and the girl's mother lodged a complaint with the Police, who after investigation, arrated the defend- ant.
The defendant said he knew the com- plainant, the girl's mother.
Q. $20. Dorch, O W., 366; Dent, Herbert F.,ance with the defendant Foord, H. T., $100; Forbes, D., #80. Gall, Bey, CA, $10.
The complainant denied any acquaint-
11
Inspector. Kent said the circumstances surrounding the case were rather peca- It looked very much as though the girl's liar, and even, in a degree, mysterious. mother's consent had been obtained to the transaction. He suggested that the
This was, accordingly, done.
Harris, H. P., 20; Hogg, A. V, 400; Hotson, A., $20.
Jamieson, W., C.M.G., $100. Karanjia, N. B., 20; Kitching, G. Ccase be remanded.
0
310; Mariel, H. E., $20.
MoNeur, Rev. Geo. H., #8; Martin, A., Poel, C. A. 860.
Dr. W. G., $10.
Remedios, J. V dos, #10; Reynolds,
$60; Smith, H. Staples, $100; Smith, J. Sandeman, H. H., 40, Smith, H. E,
820;.
Wilson, A. 40 Wilson, A. G., 310 Tope, Rev. 8. G., 120; E. O. T. $40. Watean, C.E., 820; White, B. J. 80;
not prepared to consent to any order our kond. You don't know English Wood, E. M., Bio-total $1,307.
by.
WEB
of English is deplorable. Mr. Hough chooses--
the full Court, in the matter
bim because it had been and lamentable. of San Ah Wan, Crown side of the Re in cases on thị the Court
Bench Division, in the absence of legisla Fe no power to award costs.
tire
The
nutes of a
tracy, yesterday, with kidnapping two A Chinese was charged at the Magis Chinese lads.
It was alleged that the defendant, nid- W. Gordon, 00;ed by a woman, inveigled the boys from Stunts" Hongkong, $100.
their home in Yaumati, and kidnapped cause his conscience smote him, he made them. He then went to the country. Whether from a sense of chivalry or be a dramatically sudden appearance at the Yaumati Police station, and gave hiraselt be took this course in order to lighten the up. In reply to questicas, he said that charge against the woman implicated. At the time of his surrender, he had $150 in his possession.
Mr. Tape Then why not undertake to
Mat Potter about the punishments do perform them now 1
Now that Captain Franks
has
patrols Belf:
refuse to perform the extra
Yes, sir
of the H.IS. B. Mr. Potter: Waymo before you only Headquarters, states that I was fined' 63, or two days C.B. and two extra patrols, and I cannot
were included in the affidavit
Discipline Board
Self: For the very reason I have stated. Mr. Birdar Khan: Then you refuse to to any, duimarae perform the patrol?
Mr. Franks: Have you anything more Belt
28th Apwing were the members, of the toco "to "the" amendment made by this the room
The
1919. Board: D.S.P. (B.) J. W. Franks, A.8.P.
ter
and another
Mr. FrankFector
the
you have
performed
wish.
Bir,
At the request of the Police, the case was remanded until next week.
Mr. Frank
Then please retire from Board when Mr. Franks' intention could wishes to consider its decision.
called for, as the Board ORGAN RECITAL AT ST. ANDREWS (B) Tape, Sirdar Khan, and C. M. Alves
T Hough Staff Inspectors Pot intimation sent me by
have very well been expressed on the
Mz Franks: The Board has decided,
CHURCH. that you are to undergo 4 days' C.B. with Mr. T A. Martin, the organist at 8t Mr. Potter: Would Inspector Alves:
patrols if the notice. sent you had out the option of a fine. As we do not Andrew's Church, Kowloon," will give Before I proceed with the examination I wish to say that Mr: fully expressed our intentions 1-
to affect you in your employment Hough is still in office as his leave of
Self
I consider the 3rd May," although
the you will be confined from Saturday, the organ recital at 9.15 p.m. to day. His absence has been suspended for the punishment meted out to me too severe
p.m. till Monday morning Horowski; A Water Scene (Narcis programme
is a follows: Prelude, sent 1 a saying this for the benefit of sacrificed my laisure hours and also in. understand
for light offence, considering how I and the
Saturday week. Do you any who might object to his presence on curred ricksha fares, etc. Inspector Alven give me time to appeal.
sus), Nevin; Minuetto, Calkin Even the Board as, according to official notice, declined to approve my claim for
Self: Yes, sir. I hope the Board will ing Song Bchumann Cloche du he is supposed to be on leave. You are incurred during the period I have been in your appeal. In the event of your appeal
Boir," Chauvet, Postlude Moderato in B P. 471 W.
expenses Mr. Franks: You have until Friday for Flat, Faulkes Belf Tenis
the force, although I have attached duty being unanswered by Saturday, you may School will ring Rodney Calvary
The children of the Diocesan Girls'. Mr. Hough:
liste in support of same. you please, air, air, air."
further and Adam, Geibel's “Hark, Hark, Belf: I beg your pardon but I did would write a letter-such as the one you Mr Alabaster's contention was that Guimaraes, do you think a gentleman
Soul." address Captain FrADE AS
Beil: Yes, sir. Mr. H
Hough: But I did not hear you wrote to Inspector Alves-to a superior!
Self Perhaps not, sir, but you must of da
defendant had been confined for neglect romember that
duty and also sentenced to three unofficially I was not writ
The Japanese are selling in Lancashire. absent, from ing to a superior.
pede the periods of confinement to barracks, i patrol on February 12th,
a little cotton vest which costa f. d. to Mr. Tape: Do I understand you to say that there was no power to confite to ootton warp in the Lancashire Mi
rala nini was granted on the ground place there on the market, to make the naked the reason you replied in writing patrols if the notice sent you had been in
I was much occupied with office work proper order 1 and could not perform my police duty."
SAY
Hoist to your superiors if Mr. C. M. Alves: Put officiality aside consider yourself free until
fault of mine."
orders...
Mr. Franks: You were on being that von would have performed the extra barracks and Ans, this punishment being entails the same expenditures. The for
Booking
BOBINSON
Do you remember?
Belf I do, air-
Belf: Yes, sir.
(Continued at foot of nezt solumn.) -
the alternative Farther, no Board could ed article can only be sold for 12 sa Comâne, & STROn to barracks for more than What will the cotton workers of Laca one period of punishment Three periods thire-say to competition - ruinous, na worn excessivė;
this