LAST YEAR'S P.W.D. ACTIVITIES
A Dozen Town
Schemes
Planning
WHITFIELD BARRACK AREA
CONSIDERED
of."
The report of the director public works for the year 1032 states that the European staff com prised 135 officers and the European approximately 557.
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BUILDINGS COMPLETED, * Works completed were:-A new
No Police Station: Market at Sai Ying Pun; Chair Coolie Shel. ter at Barker Road: Temporary Fire Station n Wanchai, Hut for Police at Bay View Police Station; amge for the Prison Department in Arbuthnot Road; Alterations at the Government Civil Hospital to And provide office accciamodation an Isolation Ward; Blanket 'Store ut the Central Police Station; Female Prison at Lai Chi Kok: Postal Kiusk at Kowloon City: Market at Praya East Reclama. tion: Latrine at Possession Point:" and Motor Cycle Garages at Sheng Shui.
Works under construction were Crematorium at Kai Lung - Wan Cemetery: Extension of the offices of the Public Works Department: Hospital Additions to Kowloon
comprising a new Ward Block, Block of Quarters for Nurses and a House for a second European Medical Officer: Veneral Diseases Clinic at Kowloon: New Cattle Lairage nt Ma Tau Kok Cattle! Depot: Wireless Broadenating Sta tion at Kowloon, and ሲ Medien! Welfare Centre in the New Terri tories.
COMMUNICATIONS.
Works completed included:-8" cement concrete foundation with Sand-carpeting at Des Voeux Road Central from Centro Street" to Western Street; 8" cement Concrete foundation for granite setts at Connaught Road, west of Centre Street Surfacing of Peak Road with un-skid
cement surfacing:
Improving and strengthening maint ronds chiefly between Castle Peak and Ping Shan: Diversion of Taipa Road near milestone; Surfacing and tarpainting road to "Texaco installation at Tsun" Wan; Recon- ditioning Sha Tau Kok Road be tween Fanling and Kwanti Race Course.
Works under constructoin were: -1s: Section of new 73' Road be-
tween Causeway Bay and Ming Yuen Refuse Dumps at Cheung, Sha Wan and Sung Wong Toi; Children's Playground, Cox's Road; the strengthening anil im- provement of road surfaces in the New Territories was continued, ar additional 4 of "macadam being laid and tarpainted between the 114 and 12! milestones-Chatle Peak Bond and at Mei Po. Ap proximately eleven miles of tar painting was carried out in addi, tion to new work, to preserve pre- viously strengthened portions.
Approximately 312 miles of road surfaces in the Colony were satis Factorily maintained.
The erection of the first bangar
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TOWN PLANNING. Development has proceeded gen. eraily on the lines indicated in the recommendations laid down by the Report of the Town Planning Com. mittee, 1922 Minor amendments and alterations to levels were made
where necessary to conform to pre- sent conditions.
The most important of the schemes which were prepared com. prised: ----
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(i) the redevelopment of area tounded by Pedder Street, Queen's Road Central, the Naval Dockyard and the Harbour.
(ii) the improvement of the Morrison Gap-Wong Nei Chong Road junction;
(iii) the redevelopment of the area bounded by Yee Wo Street, Caroline Road, and I.L. 467, at present covered by old and dila pidated slam property;
(iv) a development of the valley "ying to the North East of Aber
deen Village:
HỒNG KÔNG DAILY PRESS, THURSDAY. SEPTEMBER 28, 1933.
TRIBUTE TO MR."HONG KONG RESERVE"
STEAVENSON
Retiring After Thirty Years In Colony
PRESENTATION AT MESSRS. DEACONS
Breaks Out At Repulse Bay
That all-too-common malady. Hong Kong Reserve" broke out in Repulse Bay yesterday when the annual M.CL "Beach Galà was held, After the tiny tots had held their pyjama parade, with every enjoyment and success the "there Mr. D. V. Steavenson, the well-amcials announced that known local solicitor of the firm will now be an event for those of Messrs. Deacons, who is retiring aged 15 and over. Several times
apnouncement shortly, after a connection with the this
was made Colony of over thirty years, was but there was no response to the presented with a token of esteem by call and just as the judges were his colleagues at Messrs. Descorts about to leave the arena” one yesterday,
Mr. J. Scott Harston, who" him- self retired from Messrs. Deacons #few years ago, was invited to make the presentation.
dy-Mrs, Nagel-walked forward and when, after a few minutes
WAL
the
Walk-over for Migs Shoo-
smith.
5-30 Yards (Boys) 10-13-
Bux Burns
F. Neville Bobble Hall
6.—30 Yards (Girls) IV-12:-
Neille Pang
· Peggie' Ma
Pamela Turnbull
7.-25 Yards (Boys) 7-9:-
Douglas BurnIA
Tony Weller Anthony Grieve
8.-25 Yards (Girls) 7-9---
Pearl Ma
Norah Railton
Evangeline Nicklebards
9-15 Yards (Boys and Girls) under T-
Barbara Hazell
Basil Old
Patricia Stillingworth :
10-10 Yards (Boys and Girls)
thunder-stofm
under
*.
had elapsed, no other competitor came forward, she was awarded Arst prize. Born in Kettering. Northamp-
Taken on the whole the show,
unqualified success, tonshire, England, on October 11, 1877, Mr. Steavenson is the young-though at one stage it seemed as est son of Major J. L. Steavenson, late of the 87th Royal Irish Fast- though a postponement was m Hers, and was educated at Steviable as Paul's School, London. In 1896, he that broke over Victoria threaten- Firwever, the was articled to Messrs. Steavenson fed. Repulse, Bar.
few and Couldwell of No. 5. Fenchurch weather held, and after Street, London, and qualified as a drops of rain, it cleared, and solicitor of His Majesty's High things went "merrily on." - Court of Judicature on July 7, 1902. The Eddles had a great time He came to Hong Kong,, in with the side-shows which includ- November, 1903, to join Mr. Victored "Aunt Sally." a chute. H. Deacon, of Deacon and Hastings lucky ponds. Men from the Navy and was enrolled as a solicitor in were responsible for these and the Supreme Court of Hong Kong they are to be congratulated upon in 1904 and subsequently also en-
the success they made of it. rolled in H. M. Supreme Court for China and Korea.
MR. SCOTT HARSTON'S --TRIBUTE..
and
The guests at the official ten- party were
(v) two schemes were prepared for the development of the low- lying area south of Little Hong
HE. the G.O.C. and Mrs. Bor- rett Hon. Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe and Kong, one shewing development.
Mrs. Wolfe, Mrs. T. H. R. Shaw, us a recreational centre and a residential quarter of European.
Mr. Scott Harston in making the Mr. L. N. Murphy, Hon. Mr. Gor. Turner. don Mackle. Mr. 8. H. Dodwell, Garden City type, the other presentation said Mr shewing development as an indus. Ladies and gentlemen-Mr. Turner Major and Mrs. Swire, Hon. Dr. trial area:
bas very kindly asked me to at-Kotewall, and Mr. Tang Shiu Kin At the end of the races Mrs (vi) layout was prepared for tend here to-day for the purpose
on Borrett gave away the prizes, after completion of the development of of voleing the occasion and
was accorded three the northern end of Stanley Pen-Jour behalf presenting to our friend which she
and colleague Mr. Steavenson, a hearty cheers. insula:
a tribute of affection, and esteem, the Silver Salver engraved with the names of its donors which is now 15
(vii) a road plan was prepared for the western slope of Jardine's Lookout between Tai Hang Road
before you
and the Catchwater, to open up-In the first place. I wish to say this area for development; .
(viii) a scheine was prepared shewing a site for a new magia- tracy at Kings Park with a re- sidential and recreational Inyout adjoining;
(ix) a scheme for the develop ment of Kowloon Tsai, in course of preparation last year was com pleted and approved by Govern
ment;
(x) the proposed development of a site for the new Central Bri- tish School on Argyle Street
with considered and a tentative
layout drawn, up tị
(xi) a scheme was prepared for the development of the area north of Cornwall Street, Kowloon Tong for residential purpose; and
(xii) proposals were also pre pared for the development for re- sidential purposes of that area known as Whitfeld Barracks. Sketch plans were prepared for
that in few of my long 'associa- tion with Mr. Steavenson, I regard Mr. Turner's request as a great 15: honour to myself, for which 1
thank him,
The Prize Winners. 1.-30. Yards (Boys) from 13 to
Ip Hay Kamn
Oscar Bitzer
2.--30 Yards (Girls) from 13 to
Walk-over for Miss W. Mul
(16 and Shore 3-Raft to over) !—
Tp Hon Chai Shin Ke Sing Fong Chuas 4-Raft to, Shore
I have known Mr. Steavenson for a period of very nearly 30 years. I well: remember his arrival in the Colony towards the end of the year 1903, when he came out from Eng-
Victor over):- land to join the late Mr. Deacon, whose partnership with Mr. John Hastings was then near- ing its conclusion; and who as from
7:
Kathleen Taylor
Molly Jacks
Yvonne Blackmore
11.-Paddling on Boards (Bóys. and Girk) 10-13-
Rex Burns.
F: Neville
Willam Pryde 12-Paddling on Boards (Boys
Girl) 14-18:- Norman Lee
and
Oscar Bitzer
H. Summers
13-Men's Relay Race:-
1st E.K. Bea Scouts. 14-Pyjama Parade (8-14)—
Peggle Eccleshall Pamela Shaw
Special Frizės.
Pat Greenhill and Betty Wod- more.
15-Pyjama Parade (15 and over)
Mrs. Nagel.
Sand Castle Competition.
(1) Under 6:--
1-Pamela Carrington Sykes
2. Mary Cooper
3-8ydney Carpenter
(2) Over 8:-
1-John Baumber
2.-Percy Lam
3. Percy Hitchen
Special Prize for Band Sphinx Marygold Sorby,
The writer saw one lady in three different sults of pyjamas.
(16 and during the afternoon, but he re-
fuses to go into further details!
the commencement of the year was, a brother of Mr. A. P. Stokes
1904 entered into partnership with of Mesars, Blokes And Platt, Shang- Mr. Looker and Mr. Frank Deacon hai, and formerly of Messrs. John- under the style of "Deacon, Looker son, Stokes and Master-was also and" Deacon."
present at the dinner.
OLD TIMES RECALLED.
PARTNERS FALL OUT
I vividly recollect the occasion. Dispute Brought Into
Court
On the day of Mr. Steavenson's arrival, Mr. Victor Deacon invited me to meet Mr. Stevenson and Mr. Holborrow (now a member of after dinner, we adjourned to the the firm, of Messrs. Hansons of Billard Room which was then Shanghai) who had arrived with situate on the Arst floor of the him. at dinner at the Club on the space now occupied by the following proposed buildings: Club. Mr. A. G. Stokes, a share the "Red Room." where a game of New Post Office and Government broker then in business here-who "gnooker" took place, wherein I The sequel to the failure of the Offices. at Kowloon; Vernacular (Continued at foot of next CoL) played the part of onlooker, and I china Printing Press firm, was Normal School for women; Bunga-
remember that Mr. Stokes com- A partnership dispute brought low a Fanling for His Excelleney
mented to me somewhat caustic-before Mr. Justice Lindsell at the the Governor; Residence for the Director, Royal Observatory. Kow.
ally on the lack of skill with the cue shown by Mr. Steavenson and Summary Court yesterday. Icon; Quarters for
his confrere, to which I answered
Officer-in-
CONTRACTS FOR PUBLIC" WORKS.
at Kai Tak Aerodrome wis com- Station; Belilios. Reformatory: made in the control of these on
pleted early in the year.
THE COLONY'S - ACCOUNTS
Well Kept And Some Criticisms
on
that such lack of skill probably augured well for their future suc- cess as Solicitors!
Fok Bin Ming, Chiu Keung Wa
and Chan Ewok Kwong, all of Princes Building sted Tsang Blu Tong. allas Blu Bing Tong, allas Bing Blu Tong, c/o 37. Connaught Road Central, for $260 and Costs.
Charge, Cope D'Aguilar Wireless A visible improvement has been
Latrine, Praya East.
tracte, and it is essential that strict control should not be relaxed.
One case occurred, however, My relations with Mr. Steaven- which this Department had to son have throughout been very
Mr. W. M. Brown, of Hastings make submissions to the Govern. pleasant always found him the
a conscientious & Co., represented plaintiffs and mett. On a contract which should soul of honour, have been completed on the 27th worker and of the type of Eng- Mr. P. 8in appeared for defen- April, 1931, extensions first of axis gentlemen which Mr. Victor dant. months then of three months were Deacon himself was, and I am sure granted. Early in July, 1932, the that I am giving expression to the contractors were warned that up to sentiments of those present when The Director of Colonial Audit During the year transfer were the 31st May 1832 they had become say that we one and all regret ex in his report on Hong Kong Gov-made from the Adjustment of Ex-fiable to a fine of $1,280, but on the ceedingly that Mr. Stevenson, 18 erniment accounts remarks that change Account to the Exchange 3rd December, 1932, the work hay severing his connection with the "Subject to the comments contained Account.
ing been completed on the 28th firm which he has served so meri- in this report, the accounts for the At the close of the financial years November, 1832, the fine up to the toriously during the course of so their shares and to the extent of year under review were satisfacsom was transferred from the Ex-31st May was rescinded and a re- many years. We are, however, glad 50 per cent. of their shares. It torily kept and rendered, and exchange Account to the Adjustment trospective extension of time grant to know that Mr. Steavenson is was contended by the plaintiffs cept as hereinafter mentioned the of Exchange Account for the pured. Penalty of 31,320 only was not terminating his sojourn in the that defendant did not pay his system of accounting appears to pose of obtaining the correct ha enforced instead of a penalty of Colony, and that he will be due share which amounted to $250, provide sufficient checks against lance in the latter account irregularity and fraud."
DEPARTMENT BANK
ACCOUNTS.
Transfers between these two se The actual Revenue for the year counts ars irregular. amounting to $33,549,716.29 fell short of the Estimates by 441,- 793.71, and the actual Expenditure of 832,050,253.52 was $2,931,377.48 less than the estimated figure of 234,981,681.00.
6,740.
with our
time, resume his residence hert. POLICE DEPARTMENT.. And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, I will, on your behalf, present to Theft from the, Charge Room. In the latter part of December Mr. Stevenson this token of your the Chinese Constable who had feelings towards him, The position as regards these been on special Charge Room duty best wishes for his future welfare, bank accounts remains unaltered,
for many years was found to have
MR. STEAVENSON'S THANKS. and in view of the remarks made absconded and the sum of 2020.75 IN AA INSURANCE COMPANY in the Report för 1931-"..
to be missing from the Charge Room Safe, it is again necessary to point out
The money is being refunded. “
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DEPOSITS.
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In reply Mr. Steavenson said: "I cannot thank you enough for
Plaintiffs were stated to be re- celvers of the partnership which formerly carried, on the business of the Chius Printing Press. All the partners agreed to contribute additional "capital in proportion, to
Evidence was given by Fok and Chin who were cross-examined closely by Mr. Bin as to the ac- curacy of the accounts of the
Arm.
The case was adjourned October 17.-
In previous years these deposits that a considerable amount. of A shroff employed in the A-giving me this handsome token of RECEPTION TO MRS. HALL
"When I joined the firm of Dea
have not been included in the ac money was charged in the year's counts of the Colony: but in view accounts which had not in fact counts Office of the Police Depart your esteem. T'accept it with very
By Members Of St. Andrew's of the fact that Insurance Com been disbursed, it appears neces the Chinese New Year holidays
ment failed to report for duty after true feelings of thanks."
"Mr. Scott Haraton has said a
Church panies, carrying on business in the sary to deal with this subject. The 1933), and subsequent investiga good deal of the old experiences we Colony have to deposit certain Board of Survey on the Treasury tions' disclosed that he had before had when I first came out here.. aums in cash in an approved bauk referred to in paragraph 30 of this his departure misappropriated vari in the name of the Registrar of report, reported that they found i ous sums of money amounting, con, Looker and Deacon, it had St. Andrew's Church, Kowloon Companies, it was pointed out by total sum of 884.520.87 in cash also far as has been established, to a more talpans than solicitors. There was the scene of an informal this Department that such monies sum of 8531,499.28 in partly or total loss of 88,252,
was a small staff of 10 clerks and gathering yesterday afternoon were in the custody of the Govern¦ wholly drawn up cheques represent- The matter has been reported to we had a floor situated at 10 when Rev. and Mrs. Rogers enter ment and should therefore be in ing disbursements in respect of the Secretary of State
Queen's Road Central. On the setained friends and members of the cluded in the Colony's sccounts. 1932 and not yet completed. These The liability of $1.329,050.00 (de purported disbursements are shown
OPIUM MONOPOLY.
cond floor was a boarding house congregation, to meet His Lordship posits) was verified with the rele as final expenditure in the Treasury The revenus derived from the kept by Mrs. Watling the Bishop of Victoria and Mrs. vant documents.
Accounts for 1932, and it appears sales of prepared opium during the "I wish to thank Mr. Scott Hars- Hall, who has recently arrived from ADJUSTMENT OF EXCHANGE irregular that a financial system year shows a decrease of 8895, 770.75 tot very much for attending Here, England. After tea had been The Adjustment of Exchange Ac should obtain which permits such on the estimated revenue for the especially as 1 andersand he if not served Mr. Rogers introduced. Mrs. count, which was incorrect in 1931 a state of affairs. In a subsequent year. The decrease of the sales as in the best of health, and I think Ball to those present who were remained incorrect during the paragraph it will be explained that compared with the previous year in you all for this handsome. alverdelighted with her charming per financial year under review owing certain items of expenditure that accounted for by decrease of tzels salversonality Although His Lordahlp Spa and Mrs. Hall have only been here to the non-observance of the proce appear as final entries in the Tres 36,802,30 Hong Kong Prepared The ceremony was attended by short time, they have endes inre laid down by the Secretary of sury accounts were in fact subse: Opium; and taels 6,026 Kamshan
many local sobcitors..
themselves éo, the community, State
quently embezzled.
Opium
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