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Saturday's results in the Hongkong League:
"Division "L. Hongkong Club... 11.M.S. Carlisle... O A: ILMS.“ impetch 4th China... 0 H.M.S. Ambra 2 S. Phonics, L ILSIS. Tamu 1. KULmcorper. T HLM.S. Hawkins 0 Hongkong Police 0
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THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 27th, 1999.
THE EXTRA GYMKHANA.
ENTRIES FOR NEXT SATURDAY.
محمد عبيليه
Following are the entries for the races the extry Gymkhana which the Hong- keng Jeg Club are holding next Saturday:
HURDLE
Rick Flash,
Boian Consul, 170; Roman Warrior, 160;!
11.
TALE OF A TREASURY CHEST.
DARING COUR FRUSTRATED
AT RANGOON..
Further particulars have become, araili
FATHER MAKES A NEW STATEMENT.
INQUEST ON A BADY AT SHANGHAI,
A JUROR EXPRESSES HIS. DISSATISFACTION.
contains the following rapord
The Shangas Terenry of Sovember 21st
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P. A. Cus; Jock, Mr. Shaw; Carlisle, how Privates Hayward, Grey and Briggs W. II. S. Dent; Hurry On, Dr. Forsyth; | 2nd King's Own Royal Regiment, and A.
"Before Alrighty God, I am holding Alaba, A. W. da Koza; Prince Charming, Jordan, C. Simmonds and C. Lambden of nothing back," said Mr. O. S. Kingsley in Albert and Arnold: The Male, Harley Rangoon, are alleged to have attempted reply to a juror at the continuation yester Strathfarrar, R.. Uyer; Kingha, J. G. to iteal the contents of the traudry day afternoon of the inquest into this fleath Lyan; Popolt, K. Previte; Nastara chest of the regiment and were frus of his baby sau, Maurice Kingsley. And, H. M. M. Nanazei Fesenjaa. . M. H. trated. It appare that the first, inforinu
the juror in question persisted in giv $ HMS, Androan. Namazon New Year Gift, H. Seth; tion concerning the affair was. furnisheding his opinion that the father of the child was deliberately holding something t University
Whistling Rufus, A. R Asher: Kira. to the Commsioner of Fulico who at Mr. N. E. Laston, the Coroner,
Luck ...... 1 HAMES Curtiale Dynasty Apache Scout, L. Nekou: Tus-once communicated with the officer con-
no right to do that. He could put questiona South China "A"
pany, A. H. Puts... HMS, Matuzion 2 Wandersing ..-* A "CLASS" Handicap, { Mileming the regiment and deputed the to the witness hut he could not render his
43:staut commissioner of police t
opinions, " You can question him," said ME
Well I will let H.K.F.C.; B.M.S: "CARLISLE,) 0.
Roman Pride, 163: Rialto Star, 1s] work in conjunction with the regintsatal Liston.
it go at that authorities. The information was to the replied the juror, only I am not satisfied." Strathfarrar, 15: Stamperiale, 155; On the St. Joseph's ground the Club West River, 155; Wombat, 183, Paw effect that the three soldiers and the Testimony was given yesterday afternou fielded a mixed side. McCubbin turned shop. 151: Roman Bandit, lat; Cherokee three civilians mentioned would at 3 am. by Drs. Gauntlett, Dana and Laudis. The last two, who jointly performed an autopay on the child, declare in their report that bit at back, J. Rodger Plated Outside Scout, 110: Hurry On, 148: Lighting, 143;ou Thur day morning make their attempt
Dandy Kid, 144.
to rub the treasury cheat, which is said the cause of death was unknown Inceply right to MePhail, G. Rodger made is wel
-ST. ASDREW Stakts, Mile.—to inve contained Rs. 8,000. "Plans were to the Coroner and Major Holcomb, who enne re-appearance in goul, and Stewart Roman Consul, 103: Natale Sent, 182: with curing in charge er oftest the District Attorney, the marks
a. malo was hack again in his old position at Roman Pride, 102: Spotted and, 162 with a sergeant in charge were postel were about the size of a
Rialto Star, 162: Pawnshop, 182; } for WeCnesday night, 6 pâm, to 6" 1.0, on there were no finger marks and for that centre half. McPhail won the toss and Mosaic Tile, 159: Dandy Kid, 160 Ronan Thursday to guard the chest. The infor affirm anything. An analysis of brown reason the witnesses felt themselves anable But the sailors to lace the wind. The Bandit 130; Cherokee Scout, 180; Hurry mation given to the commissioner of police
found in the baby's stomach mads
will statel that Hayward had arranged to get a Carlisle was the first to attack; but Me-On, 133: Darenjan, 139,
B CLASS HANDICAP 3 Mile.dupbeate key to open the chest while Laboratory today, upon the order of the by Dr. Hill at the Municipal Apache Scout, 180: The Dunlin, 156: Briggs had drawn a map showing the Corner and the recommendation of the Roman Law, 138 New Year Gift, 136: ronds leading into the British Infantry District Attorney. Shining Star, 185: Norwood 135 Alah, lines from the main public thoroughfares 150 Delight Dablis, 157: The Don, 149: and he had drawn it dotted live, from Kickapoo Scout, 148; Knockuh Leg, H Pagoda road to the guard house where the
Dunmore, 17: The Fesenjan, 144:
trenanre chest was kept, on the map as Roamer, 1; The Müle, 140.
being the safest route to take to avoid being stopped by sentries. The sergeant
Mr. Kingsley, examined and examineri of the guard knew nothing of the scheme at some length said he had been thinking and at the proper time was to be chlore things over carefully and now realized that ford by Hayward, the information he had failed to state something at the stated. Hayward's plan, it was further previous inquest. It was that on Friday stated, was to open the chest while Briggs morning, at about 3.30, while he was still and Geey were asleep and have all the in half-sleeping state, he heard the baby cry. When after several minutes no farther money, which was in notes of small deno-sound came from the baby's crio, he walketi minat on, is readiness for Simmonds who across the room to see what was the had been chosen to receive it from Hay matter, and then found the baby quite ward; Jerglen and Lambden to be waiting still. Witness presumed the child was
ear by in case of trouble. After the money was made over to Simmonds, Hayward was to chloroform himself and await the arrival of some one to discover him and the
Mrs. Thoinns and Mrs. Blooms testified to
having been too upset to have out of the child and were treads of Mr. and Mrs King-
particularly, They were fond aley Testimony was also given by the amah, coolic and cook
Cubbin relieved and Melhail sent in a #hot frota" long range, A scramble near the sailors goal ruded with the ball being sont inhind, the Clut being awarded a corner. The next visit by the Club was stopped through off-side play. York gut away in the sailers' left but delayed his centre and israel elgard. Eldrett came *tu but was beaten by McCubbin, who
Forsyth away. Forsyth went in and nettel the ball but the goal was disallow
some infringement, ed owing to penalty kick was awarded the Club, from which Forsyth opened the score. Cartine got away from the centre, kick, but the ball was sent in wide. The Clab got well down and Valentine, made no mistake. brating Needham from close range, The
lors went off with 'n rush, but" McCub 140: Norwood, 132; Lighting, 153; Delight sergeant. His signal to Simmonds that you are holding back something." With
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LADIES NOMINATIONS.-P. A. Cox, G. W. Snowwell, W. E. S. Dent, J. R. H. D'Acth, F. 3. L Soares. A. W da Roza. Dr. Lyon Brown, G. A. Harriman, R. H. C. Hallifax, J. G. Lyon, Hooper, K. E. Previte A. E. Farrell H. Seth, A. R. Esler. C. S. Fisher, Wakeman-Musgrave, A. Young, A. H. Potts, H. C. Macnar mara, D. C. Logan, J. Bartholomew, E. G. Spinks, L. Nelson. H. Croucher, J. M. Remedios, C. C. Bord, G. H. Gibson.
6.-DearRIES DEBRIS, Mile-Hurry Up, 155: Aloha, 152: Rialto Star. 133 Dunmore, 152; Strathfarrar. 153: The Roamer, 153 Pawnshop. 133; Knockuh Leg, 146: New Year Gift, 155: Wombat, 153 Sherwood Lad, 153; The Dunlin Dahlin, 153; Kickapoo Scout, 140; Apache Scout. 138; Roman Warrior, 155: Reman Bandit, 8: Reman Pride. 135.
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The District Attorney sail that this was a remarkable statement in view of the different A Juror"I think, Mr. Kingsley that testimony submitted on Saturday morning.
much feeling, Mr. Kingsley replied "Before Almighty God, I am holding back nothing."
bin cleared. The sailors were back again and Jarratt turned the ball outside the pesta from a centre from the right. At the other end, Valentine tested the gual Reper, and the sailors were seen in front , of Rodger, who saved well from Black-f West. River, 14: Pawnshop. 153: Wom- afterwards, after ho had assigned the District Atterney and the Coroner
nell. Bishop cleared on the next visit by the sailors by heading the ball to touch. At the other end Forsyth was pulled up for off-side, and, the sailors getting away, Wright skimmed the cross-bar with a hard drive. Valentine gave the ball to Forsyth cluse in, and the latter scored the third -Point for the Club, Play, went in the
Club's favour i
it and just before the interval Michail cetted from a pars but the whistle Ind sounded for off-side and the goal was disallowed.
Resuming, the Club went further abend, Forsyth beating the goalkeeper with a high, shot ierucl was penalised for push; ing. The Carlisle was awarded a free kick and Rodger was forced to save a shot tr.n Downward. Valentine scored the tch geal for the Club and before the Mobirida nettel, but the whistic had 'x undead for off-tide. Carlisle forced a server but there was no further scoring The Club thus winning by live goals to wil.
The team tried out as under- Club- "Rülger," McCubbin Hash : "Israel Stewart and Mair; J. Ages Melbail, Forsyth, Valentine and A. Bride
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and
BM:8, Carlisle, ---Needham; Watson * Gruyer Barnes Eldrets and Botting; Bacaril, Wright; Jarratt, Downward- and Verk. Referee: Mr. Newton, DIVISION 1-LEAGUE TABLE TO DATE.
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THE THREE MUSKETEERS."
FILM VERSION FOR THE CORONET,
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- Pense, 14 Mile.-Roman Consul, 17e man Pride 13: Mosaic Tile, 135: Biale: Star, 156: Navaja Scout, 135: Nastaran, 155: Scamperdale, 164 hat, 135: Roman. Bandit, 153, Cherokee Scout. 380 Dandy Kit, 148: Shining Star, 147: Lighting, 147; Hurry On, 144 Prince Charming, 143.
HONGKONG TRADE.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REPORT. The fortnightly report issued by the Hongkong General Chamber of Commerce
"states:-
COTTOŃ PIXE GOODS AND FANCY COTTON Goons.There is a general enquiry for Wcollons and there are buyers of Venetians and Prints. A certain amount of business has been effected, but many orders are in abeyance pending settlement of the standard form of contract.
Greys and Whites remained moribund.
Mrs. Kingelor, in reply to the District Attorney, declared that she was still certain death had not resulted from natural causes.
Innamach as the father of the child said that in his opinion the baby was smothered under his blankets, the jurors, proceeded to the Kingsley dat in Ben Building this afternoon for the purpose of inspecting the crib.
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the bath room on Friday morning, when the ama attended to the preparation of the fool of the baby, he did not heat him cry. He was making hot water with the geyser and unless the child cried very loudly, he probably could not have beard him.
to the District Attorney, who In reply asked whether he had been drinking the right before, witne's replied that he bever drank,
party then proceeled to the United States Court, where the inquest was continued.
After considlemble deliberation, the jury returnul a verdit of death through un
3. Kingsley said that when he was in W.
The
thecoust was clear was to stand in the doorway of the guard room and bring his rille straight up in front of hith and then lunge forward bayonet to "the front. On Wednesday night the three soldier conspiratora, it is understood, were allowed to go on duty, but Col. Borrett, shortly garrison and regimental police places of biding around the British Infantry Linea with instructions to let any ous who wanted to enter do so but to stop everyone trying to leave, went to the guard room and ́ poke to printe Hayward He is said to
There were gathered this afternoon at have told him that the plan to loot the the Kingsley appartment in the Ben treasury cbest was known and that it could Build A Bir. N. E. Nelson, the Corener, not take place that the best thing he could Major Cancer P. Holcomb, the District At do was to tell all he knew about the torney and Mesers. George McGrane, War
Mckee, H. C. Pander, A. Rubel, scheme. Hayward evidently thought a ner J too, for turning King's Evidence, he is said A Bowen and J.T. Wright, who composed 4o have made a full cor fession of the plot, was examined and the parents of the child
the jury
The position of the baby's crib implicating himself, Gas, Briggs, Jordio, and the anish further questioned.. Simmende and Lambden. Hayward told Colonel Barrett that he anl he other two soldiers named hid been to the habit of visiting the house of the other thres aceas ed aud that on more than one occasion the Conversation ran on the amount of money COTTON YARN.-The Chinese having kept in the treasury chest of the rel- satisfied their requirements, the market ment and if it was sufleient to risk an ruled very quiet and, notwithstanding the endeavour to get it. When the others depreciation of exchange, our values ruled heard that several thousands of rupees slightly on the casy side. Quotations were sometimes kept in the chest, one of the No. 198 civilians, Hayward alleges, put a revolver are:-No. 108. $15 to $175. 8100 to 8176. No. 16. $150 to $105. No. to his head and told him to go to work ood 20s. $173 to 2107. "Arrivals 7,500. Ship. armage details so that they could rob the mente al Sales 2,000 bales. Unsold chest that if he did fit they would put
aim out of the way. Hayward was search stock 7,000 balcs Bargains 10,000 bales,
WOOLLEN-The woollen market ia firm.ed and his kit too. On his person, it is There has been some small lots of sergee, alleged, was found the map drawn by berringbones, etc., sold but on the whola Briggs, while in his kit was found a large
bunch of keys. Brigs and Gray with SIAM RICE PROSPECTS, the local market is quiet.
Hayward were at once placed "under" arrost and the civil police siotised, but the nowa The paddy crop reports issued by the of, the arrest of the three soldiers Department of Agriculture, Biam, aro leaked out somehow and got to the three getting more up-to-date, the latest ro civilian accused as they did not go near ceived being for the week ended Septem- the lines. Orders werent once issued for her 24th. Out of the thirty-eight dis- the frest of Jordan, Simmonds and Tamb.tricts from which returns had been sent dea and they were arrested. The auldiers in, the districts from which the major were made over to the "civil authorities at portion of Siam's rics comes, twenty-two arst, but were later returned to the military report the crap 4 doing well, twelve na authorities who now have them in custody. doing fairy well, three as not doing very well or well, and is one case nothing is Bid sure that the plants are 12 niew high. In fourteen dhtricts the growing orop has been damaged by drought, Hood or insect pests, but this only represents wo nething in the vicinity of one seventy. MR. HICKSON'S EXPERIENCÈS.
fifth of the also under crop in those dis- tricts. In the figures of paddy and rice. A Cape Town message 6837 →→
prices in the producing districts, both are Extraordinary details have been pub-23 a general thing a good deal belo. lisle of unprecedented scenes which were those ruling at the same time last year. witnessed in connection with Mr. J. M. But as the last issue of the "Record " Hickson's faith-healing mission among pointed out there is still a large stock of natives of the Transvaal. On-one | last year's padly, said to be from 400,000.
to 510,000 tons, waiting to come down the missioner found himself'
RAW COTTON.In the absence of stocks, quotations are nominally as follows: Indian descriptions at $30 to $85. Chinese grades at 832 to s.
METALE.Business has again been quiet, Clearances to the consuming districts have been restricted, the unrest in Kwong 6 being mainly responsible. Small lots of Wire Nails have been done 1-Hin. speci- fication of $0.50 Steel Bars are reported to have been done he low as $1.40. Steel Plate Cuttings are enquired for at $3.50 to $3.80 without finding sellers.
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FLOUR STOCK. — About 700,000-nacks, Quotations-American Patent, 83.70 per sack; American Strnight. $2.80 per sack; American Cut-off, 32.00: per sack Shaug. hai Flour, 2.10 per sack; Australian No, 1, 3 per sack,
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WANDA HAWLEY AT THE WORLD occasion in a place near prevented from up-country," so that. a sort of a glut |
THEATRE,
Not to have read "The Three
with an enormous crowd, there being over is the atened; that is if the exportable Musketeers, the famous novel by Alex-
tene thousand natives present. Sick persons avira Dumkiss to have missed the The Outside Woman," the latest to the number of about 5,000 were placed surplus of the new crop roaches tho, esti- chance of meeting sque very charining Wanda Hawley Realart picture, which in long lines of 100 each and the laying mated total of 933,000 tons. The million
ple whose acquaintance it would was screened at the World Theatre last on of hands took place. menys have been a very delightful ex-night and will be shown to-night and to At the conclusion of the mission there periarce, to siner. Those to whom morrow is one of those clever domestic was a dramatiescene. While Chirstians Avtagnna and his friends have become farens in which a frivolous wife is taught stood, singing one Dimittis hentheus Bomething more than the inere characters a sound lesson through a series of com-throw away their charms and amulets. in book will be delighted, it is safe to plications which threaten for a time to Yumerous cures have been reported, and A great impression prevails that the result predict, with the film version of the epic wreck her reputation and happiness may be a movement for which no branch
misunderstanding. The story ory that is being shown at the Coronet the reef this week. Douglas Fairbanks was res concerns a young married couple, the of the Christian Church is prepared. roucible for having the picture made and feminine half of which in inoculated with [ Hickson visited Hongkong a year heit is who plays the part of d'Artagnan, the virus of Swap. Her exchanging go.).
role which in all filmdom there is no one of a seemingly valueless Aztec idol for a mare sited by temperament to sustain. pair of Armenian shawls causes unexpect According to a message from Toronto Tyne intended to have begun the fed complications when the idol proves the Fergusson, Archeological Expedition, worth many thousands of dollars. At which has been working en Isle Royals, screening of "The Three Musketeers
and a half tons of rice Biam will have at her disposal sounds very nice, but what the foreign demand will prove is a distinctly problematic factor in the situation. The Ips in Indo-Ching, Burman and Japan are generally reported to be good and euch al these thres countries is said to have a cou siderable surplus of last year's rice still in hand. Hence the situation is distinctly problematical and there is little nu in trying to indicats jis what may or may not happen, Bangkok Daily Mail
to day, but owing to a slight delay to the Phe nude, his jealous Spanish wils, and mains of Stone Age Town, Covering It is reported that the Union of South
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atent comedy, will be shown today really a play that makes everybody laugh cannot be less than a thousand years
· from start to Ansch
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