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CRIMINAL SESSIONS
[SEFORK THE PUISSE JUDGE (HIS HONOUR ME: JUR. WOOD)].
comprised five cases
The January Criminal Sessions calendar
RETURNED BANISHEES.
SUPREME COURT.
[HETORE HIS HONOUR THE ACTING CHIEF JUSTHE (MR. H. H. I. COMPERTS)-]
NEEDLES IN DISPUTE
The hearing was reshed youterday the suit in which A. FR Negre, trading
returning from banishment on December damages alleged to have been incurred
Sin Chu was indicted on a charge of 55 B. Negre, sued Joo Morias for $7,700
15th last.
the result of the failure of the defendan to take delivery of an order of 50 cosas counter-claims for damages, amounting son of needles The defendang submitted $6.200
were
VLADIVOSTOCK INCIDENTA DETAILS OF THE TRAGEDY SENTRY TO DE COURT-MARTIALLED. In the match between the above teams An Eastern News Agency message from at the Taihang Range, on the 16th inat, Tokyo, on January 11th stated 2-~- the Dockyard Recreation Club won by ZA dispatch from Vladivostock alates that points. Scores ?——
while a guard was on-sentry in front of the ZATION, ELO headquarters of the 11th Division on Peter 200 500, 600, Total. the Great Boed, on the 8th inst., at about 39-1944.30 a.m., a foreigner catie up and focussed
The prisoner pleaded guilty. 19 his pocket-lamp on the guard and on the arrested in the street on December 15th
The Judge said:-1 ses you 113 118 beadquarters. His action being suspicious. It appears from your record that you have 113 the guard called a halt to the man in been deported from the Colony three The plaintiff was represented by Mr... 110 Rusaias repeatedly, but the latter, without times, the first time for ten yenis and the FC. Jenkin, instructed by Mfr. Crem
Fraponding, turned and took to his heels last two occasions for life. You have the defendant by Mr. Eldon Potter, in Thereupon, the guard, after giving chash the Deportation Ordinance The sen
been previously sentenced twice, ander structed by Mr. Hind," 500 for about 30 metres, called out to him tence of the Court is that you will be again, asking him whether he was Russian He Shing was also arraigned for return
imprisoned for two years. For American, The latter replied that being to the Colony on the 5th instant con-on-Crown 300 000. Total did not know and at the same time he began trary to a deportation order.
113 to approach the guard, removing, as he did He pleaded guilty
so some object out of his pocket The soner to two years' imprisonment, stated tions to try the Canton market with car His Lordship, in sentencing the priG.. Humphreys, in 1916. He had instru 114 111 Guard, retreating a few paces, took up that the prisoner was arrested in Kowtain kinds of needles. The brand ex 106 Counter-posture when, all of a sudden, the loon City at a time when he was taking frem Hongkong were the Free Link 106 man fired a revolver, to which the guard part in a fight. He record was examined.
"Two dails" and others, including, the- 108 replied with an answering shot. The man from the Colony. He was first déported which showed that he was twice deported
"Cock-on-Crown, " then attempted to take to fight, whereupon for ten years but returned before the 893 the guard fired another shor. Alarmed by order expired. He was deported again the report, the garrison at the Beadquarters and this was the second conviction under rushed on to render aid to the guard Anthe Ordinance. examination of the vicinity of the affair:
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Mr. Beauchamp...
FMr. Charlesworth
Me Chapman
"Me: "Milier
Mr. Dawes
Mr: Lyons
Mr. Trowbridge Mr. Bishop
398 399838
Total
32 10
34
Total
TRIANGULAR MATCH.
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led to the discovery of a revolver and howe blood stains. A visit to the U.S.man-of- war Albany, next morning brought out the ck for the Arst time that the victim of the tragedy was 1st Lieut. H. W. Langdon, Chief Engineer aboard the dibany
AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT-
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A KOWLOON ROBBERY.
Lo She Hang was charged with robbing boy named Tam, in Kowloon on Decem her 18th last, of 850 in money
The prisoner pleaded not guilty. The following jury were empanelled Mesara. L. G. Rodriques, W. H. C. Rob son, T. B. Cüllane, J. P. Gutierrez, FR. Ribeiro. C. Makeham (foreman) and James Hunter.
Tokyo January 19th-An official of the War Office, interviewed on the shore affair, 500 600. Total stated that, although no detailed reports 118 yet to hand relative to the matter, the facts 113 and circumstances of the affair tended to Talow that the Japanese guard had tried to prosecuted. He stated that on December Mr. A. Dyer Bail, on behalf of the Crown 107 discharge bly duties as a sentry, which 18th last a man living at Taikomi, in 100 stipulated in a case of that kind, that, the Kowloon Peninsula, a coal merchant, 108 after calling a person to halt three times gave 800 in notes to his nephew Yam, a ho was empowered to shoot in the event of small boy of fifteen years, to take them the order not being heeded. This procedure to money changer in Mongkok to be was carried out and the fact that in spits changed into silver. The boy left the of the sentry's order, no heed was paid by house and on his way, when he was on the man, notwithstanding which she guard the new road; he was suddenly set upon as firms refrained from fring but instead by a number of men, one of whom seized carefully advanced towards the person, him by the throat. He was given a very should be recognized as an act of bravery bad time indeed, he was forced down to the 190 and coolness. The death of the officer was ~118 | a regrettable marily
Eground, aned and fofcibly robbed of JENTEY TO RE COURT MARTIALLED. The boy began to call for help and ran 250, which was taken out of his pocket Tokyo, January 12th-An authority of after the prisoner in the dock. The the Art Department slates that the con- Prisoner did not rua very far when he duct of the reentry will form the subject ran into a Chinese constable who had master of an investigation court come on the scene as a result of the hue maMist the death of the naval officer is and cry raised by the boy The coditable wwwstter for genuine regret. The oom was in plain clothes. The constable $41 mander of the Japanese forces has called would say that the prisoner actually drop- on the Captain of the Albany to offer his ped those notes. When he saw that, the personal condolences. The Minister of War constable ran up and seized the prisoner. 600. Total has also instructed the latter so convey to There was another robber who was arrest 394114 the exenmander of the diony on the ed by a coolie, who happened to be pass 35431former's behalf an expression of deep ng on the road. The reason why that
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ALACHITY". MUSKETRY STAFF.
A match between the Musketry Staff, Chins Station, and HM.8. Alacrity at Stonecutters Range on the 18th inst, ended in a win for the Musketry Staff, the scores being as follows:
MUSKETET STAFT.
FOOTBALL.
H.M.S. CARLISLE" . H.MS. CURLEW
Thero teams met at Bookumpoo yester the result being a draw of one goal all day in a United Serviers League match,
In the first half Eldrett, receiving pass from Fawcate, beat Le Gras from close range. Exchanges were fairly oven, and corners were awarded both sides, but no further scoring took place before half time, and the teams crossed over with the Carlisle leading by one goal to nut. Early
man was not charged with the prisoner was because he was certified to be leper, and no charge was brought against him. The boy would say that the prisoner was the man who removed the notes from his pocket. When the prisoner was charged at the Police Station, he made a assaulted the boy and had intended to statement directly admitting that he rob him.
his Lordship sentenced him to nine The jury found the prisoner guilty and months hard labour.
PICKING THING UP ”
CASE
200. 500.000. Total in the second half Wetherby, receiving MAGISTRATE'S ADVICE IN OFIUM
from the right wings best the goalkeeper 38 11 and made the shores equal, The Curcio 105 should have increased their land, for several
Name. Mr. Crossman 34 Me. Nizont
:41. 26
Before Mr. Orme at the Magistracy, yes
97 times they go well in, but failed.terday Mr. G. G. N. Tinson delended
28.
Mr. Lambert mi
30
Mr. Cordon
Mr. Ansell
24 29 .33
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Mr. Burnett
38
89
Mr Gray
83
Mr. Reynolds
Name Mr. Seymour Mr. Lane raw Mr Seaward Mr. Jervis Mr. Davies Mr. Stenner. Mr. Hewlett Mr. Silcox
Mr. Williams was in charge of the game.
HONGKONG TO SHIELD COMPETITION.
A meeting was held, in the Hongkong F.O. pavilion, at Happy Valley last even- ing, to arrange the above competition for
749
1200,- 1500, 600, Total.
33 47 23- 29
this season.
39
37
139. 30
40 23
Mr. Lionel Lammert was a witness fon the plaintiffs.
had say experience in needles of the Cock
Examined by Mr. Jenkin whether he
brand, the witness stated tha be handled those needles when he was in Canton as branch Manager of Mea97s,
Did you get any Cock-on-Hen“ (NƏ Jebsen Company?—Yes.
Did you know at that time the name of
What was the position in 1916 of Jebaom. Hongkongthink they were in liquidation. The liquidators were. Messrs. W. G. Humphreys,
you were handling in Canton 1--I am almost sure they were of German origin,
What were these Cock-on-Crown " that>
Do you remember their appearance! Th you look at that package in your hand can you say that the needles were similar or dissimilar They seem similar to the Beadles I was handling in 1918.
It is suggested that these needles are not. imitations of German needles They are of German origin and that they are very good needles
being no German-In my opinion they Can you offer any opinion as to their are German needles,
It is also alleged that they are un- merchantable-No, I do not think they
479.
It is also said they are not of the Cock-on-Crown brand. They have the. same appearance as those that I had handled in 1916 as
Cock-an-Crown."
process of bending. They will not bend.
I want you to test the needles by the
the same packet and this also snapped.
Mr. Lammert then took another one from.
His Lordship: What opinion does the witness form when the needle snaps -They are good needles
Hi Lordship: You mean to any they are bad when they bend f--Yes
Lammert stated that if the needles bent: cross-examination by Mr. Pofter, Mr. they were not well-tempered
Yon can snap any needle-Yes, Witness said that he presumed that the needles he handled in 1916 were prize needles purchased in England.
You do not suggest that you know from what country they came? What you know was that they were captured and taken to England and sold 1-Yes."
No, I do not know.
know from what country they camet In the same way you do not suggest that
they may have that particular brand on: You do not mean to say that they were genuine Cock-on-Crown brand, although top 1
The Chief Justice You may find them in the markets in Bragapore or Marsellen for the matter of the One does no on the market quantify, of spurious know Your suggestion is that there is
needles made cleowhere than in Germany, to mitate the well-known brands
admitted that after the out-braak of the 3 Potter (to the witness). It has been War the orket in Hongkong wig Hooded with Japanese needle in imitation of Ger
an elderly Chtoese charged with being in possession of a small quantity of opium A Chinese detective took the opiam from man needles --It was the same in Can- the man as he was leaving hip? Helton. I cannot speak of Hongkong.. was carrying it in his hand rapped in There were Japanese needles in Canton
handkerchief Tho defendant called a with German marks. defondanting the parcel from the deck What I b fellow possenger who said the
of the ship just before the detective inter Crown brand is in fact genuine,--1 caz
putting to you is that you.... cappot swear whether, the Cock-on- posed. Mr. R. Wiltor presided, and the The defendant said he noticed the pare not swear to the origin. The 109 folowing clubs were represented: Hong and picked it up a moment before he was parcel
yer would 30101 Fong F.O.. Kowloon, Hongkong Polico, arrested: He also alleged that the Chinees
accept them, 238.1.8. Colombo, B.M.8. Tania, R.G.A. detective said he would hush the matter Crown" brand 1-Because they are good
Because they would have the Cock-o 229 Wilfabres, St. Joseph's College and the up for $80
21
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HAWKINS, WILTS. "O" CO
The following committee was appointed to run the competition Mr. Purves (Hon. Becretar M Hamilton (Hon Trea aurery, sater Gunner May Joiner Toms, 704 R.N., and Sgt. Robinson. H.K. Police
It was decided to play the first muud on Saturday, February 5th, on the Club ground. at 2 p. B
The draw resulted sa follow-
The following are the scores in a match shot off between HMS. Hawkins and
First round-81. Joseph's College v. the Wills. Regiment Company at HMS Colabo. Second round to be Stonecutters Hauge on the 15th inst: played on or before February 19th..
(A)-Winners of St. Josephs Colombo 1.
ELE. HAWKINS 600. Kowloon, Name, on 200 500 600. Total
Mr. Beauchamp 4338 40 121; (B)—8.0.&. . H.M.B. Titania Mr. Charlesworth 40 46
Mr. Bishop
Mr. Lynas
Mr. Chapman
40%
Mr. Millers
121
·40·
Mr. Trowbridge
42-
40
Hr Dawes ****
115 110 109
103
3190
868
WILTH."
500 600. Total
102
34
* Name Mr. Tessell Mr Kearley
Mr. Vinall
Mr. Soook Mr. Clements... Mr. Sargenunt Mr. Rogers
Mr. Alderman
(C)-RGA. v. Hongkong Club,
(D) 2nd Wilshiros v. Hongkong Police. Semi-final winners of (4) r. winners of (8)and winners of (0) winners of (Dy
CLUB.
60 Wiltshires
HONGKONG LEAGUE,
TABLS TO DATE.
∙Division
30 Hongkong Club
74 NEGA.
65.] !!Tamar”
63 Kowloon
69. S.CA
Hongkong
845 Ambrose
#Titani
The Magistrate if people will pick up The detective dented this strange parcels they must take the conse quenos.
Mr Tinson: Is not that rather danger. eus doofrine, your Worship1
The Maguwate Picking things up is an excise I constantly hear if I accepted It, there would be no convictions st all for possession, ANNEN A the defendant he was sorry he should have The Magistrate, through interpreter, told made the charge against the detective although it had not influenced his mind in coming to a decision. A fine of $500 or two months imprisonment, would be im posed.
WOMAN AS
SLEEP-WALKERA
Beedles,
handle needles after 1017,
Mr. Lammert stated that he did not The case is proceeding.
GOVERNOR'S A.D.C. FINED. FOR OFFENCE UNDER TRAFFIC REGULATIONS.
was dealing with summonses issued or Yesterday morning when Mr. Landseik behalf of the Traffic Department, it wa mentioned that a summons bad hoon taken out as far back as a month ago against Captain McGrath, A.D.O. to H.E. the Governor, for leaving his car, No. 33, un... attended in Queen's Road Central on De comber 12th last.
Inspector Garrod stated that the summons. was faken out a month ago, but the de fendant failed to appear before the Cours at the stated date. The summons and to be reserved about a week ago,
DENNISTON'S OPENING PLAY"," The first appearance in Hongkong of She Walked in Her Sleep" is to be at the Theatre Royal on January 24th, the opening night of the Denniston players. The defendant did not appear in Coart The farce ran for several months in New yesterday morning, in person, but he de York, and had long runs in Boston and puted the Custodian of Government House Chicago. Written by Mark Swan, it is (Mr. Descon) to act as his representation. said to be highly funny, being negligée In reply to a question by Mr. Lindsell Dir both name and treatment. The fanny as to whether the offense was committed by 16 8 15 part of the show centres about tite van Captain McGrath himself Mr. Deacon 12 dering of a young woman in bed-room said Tes. Al letter written by Captain 912 attire around a fashionable New York McGrath to the Court was read by the 1310 Hotel. Clad in a pink night robe, the Magistrate z
GOALS
34 3 10 11 enters rooms belonging to others add His Worship then decided that, in view 3330-100 causes endless complications. Hez ten of the fact that the summons had to be 14 25 a 4 dency to wrap her arms around the necks re-served, he would Inflict. A double fine, 1616223 of strange men already under suspicion namely, 410, and asked Mr. Desconto.
convey this decision to Captain McGrath
99 by their wives, causes trouble: