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SPECIAL BOXES FOR AIR MAILS
Letters Can Now Be Posted During Night
NEW FACILITIES
The advantage of the 50- cently erected blue plßar boxes at the General Post Office for the exclusive reception of alr malls is that the 'public will now be able to post alemall let- lers overnight.
In the past airmali letters could be posted only during post office hours, & am. to 5 p.m. A further conventence is that the GP.O. will open on Fridays at 7.30 p.m.
Airmail letters can be posted in the ordinary boxes at Kow- jaan post office until i am. Friday.
Postal authorities emphasise the necessity for fixing the correct stamps to airmail letters, for it they are inadequately stamped, as they often are, they go by ordinary services.
NO EXTENSION
It is understood that there is little likelihood of the time of the closing of the airmail, being ex- tended as 8.30 a.m. is the absolute limit. Although the Dorado does not leave Kal Tak until 11 am. the malls have to be specially pre- pared and as the bulk of the air malkis posted the last half hour, the postal staff would be unable to cope with the flood of letters if the closing time were extended.
Ordinary mails are put straight into their bags but air mails have to be counted, bundled, weighed
and entered. Each bag has also to be checked and entered on arrival
at Kal Tak
MORE WATER FOR THE COLONY
RESTRICTIONS TO STAY
Hong Kong benefited to the ex- tent of 153,000,000 gallons more of water by the heavy downpour which fell on Tuesday night, and although such is the case no fur- ther change in the water restric- tions are at present contemplated. Practically the whole of the gains were on the mainland, where an additional 130,000,000 gallons were gathered, There was, how- ever, practically no increased stor- age at Shing Mun.
The average rainfall over the entire catchment area was 2.35 inches, as compared with the 2.23 Inches registered at the Royal Ob- servatory for the hours ending 10 a.m.
The Royal Observatory forecast, issued at 10 a.m... predicts further showers, with a probable Improve- ment in weather conditions.
Hong Kong rainfall for the 24 hours ending at 10 a.m. yesterday totalled 2.23 inches. The total since January i is 18.25 inches, against an average of 17.45 inches.
"BITTER HUMILIATION” ·
Mr. Baldwin's Confession To "Deputation.
Professor Gilbert Murray, ad- dressing large gathering in the Town Hall. Oxford, last night, sald the deputation had been received with the utmost sympathy, and he thought there had been hardly an expression of their feelings about this ghastly tragedy which had not reet with response from the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister, did, In an interjection, say that he felt
a bitter humiliation,
EMPIRE DAY
A TRIBUTE
To A Departed Employee
"OLD GEORGE
***Old George " dead.
the faithful is
HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, "THURSDAY, MAY 21, 1936.
EMPEROR'S LIFE
OF ANXIETY
GOVERNOR AT AGE
OF FIFTEEN
London, May 4. The Emperor of Abyssinia has had a Hie of almost contant anxiety. His father, Ras Makon- nen, was an able diplomat and soldier who distinguished himself
George as he was known to members of the "Daily Press," was employed as office coolie and did in the war against the Italians in his last errand on Sunday night, 1898. It was expected that Makon taking ill suddenly on Monday nen would succeed his uncle Mene- morning. He was rushed to hos- ik as Emperor, but he died sud- pital where he succumbed yesterdenly in 1905, and his son-the day morning at the age of 65, after a gallant struggle. George Arst Joined the "Dally Press" at the be- ginning of the century and for thirty-six years had always given of his best.
Present Emperor, then known as Ras Tafari-succeeded him as gov- ernor of a province at the age of 15. I
From that time his responsibili ties increased.. From 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. he was receiving tribesmen, settling disputes, making laws. Even in his youth he was quiet and reserved. with 1 natural
Members of both the editorial and business stafla will miss his tumlar Agure, sitting unobtrusive- ly in the corner of the room, ready to take messages by hand when-dignity of manner. In all his dealings with his men he cultivat- ed a logical and patient disposition of mind.
ever bidden.
Leùng Hau (Old George to us) his old and smelly pipe, his old fashioned. bent pair of glasses
In 1916 Ethiopia was in cha03. The Emperor Menelik had died which he always wore to glance
his 'meticulously through
tally
after a long illness, and his suc- Chinese papers will be missed..
cessor, Li Yasu, ruled without Also the quaint and prompt
principle or purpose. There was military salute he gave in greetinta popular rising against him, be a member of the stan..(S.M.N.).
was deposed, and Menelik's daugh- ter. Walzeru Zauditu, was pro- claimed Empress, with Ras Tafari
then 25-as Prince Regent. He was faced with almost over- whelming difficulties. He wished Ethiopia to progress along Europ- ean lines---but against him, was the Empress (who was influenced by the priests) and the proud rulers of outlying provinces. He wished
ONE KILLED LAST WEEK
IN TRAFFIC · ACCIDENTS
EASTER TERM AT CAMBRIDGE
A Vernal Opening
MUSEUM EXTENSIONS
COMPLETED
London, May 6
This year the Easter term opened in sunshine, and all the colours and odours of spring seemed to bars walted" for its arrival. Never can the backs and gardens have been aïrayed In a richer splendoar at leaf and flower,
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The principal event of the yaca- [able men direct from the Univer- tion was the presentation of a stty. It is estimated that out of loyal address to the King at Buck- 1,400 men who graduated last year, ingham Palace on April 2 In only 51 remain unplaced in regular company with several other "pri- employment. vueged bodies." the
Chancellor A recognition of the importance and the Vice-Chancellor, attended io advanced study and research by University officials and repre- has been the princely gift by Sir sentatives. took part in cere- | Herbert Austin of £250,000 to the mony in the reception hall, and University for the furtherance of were then presented to the King scientific inquiry. This great bëne- and to the Duke of York. The faction will enable the scheme for committee of the Oxford and the Cavendish Laboratory (to Cambridge Club bad provided carried out with a completeness Cressing-rooms, and the academic and in a style worthy of its foun- robes and insignia created an undation and its destinies. Usual scene as the two deputations Theatrical activities last Term departed for the Palace. On their produced Rhe performances return they were entertained by The Frogs and of Julius Caesar; the committee at a luncheon. and both the new Arts Theatre
De
The next occasion when the and the Festival Theatre have Chancellor will appear in state vigorous and attractive
pro- will be on June 9, when he will grammes. In May Week there confer honorary degrees on distin-wil be a performance of Samson guished statesmen and leaders in Agonistes in the garden of Mil- sclence and letters, including the ton's college. There is keen ex- Lord Chancellor and Lord Willing-pectation over the coming produc- don. Another important event on tlon of Dr Vaughan William's which In the Colony of Hong Kong to aboilsh slavery, and in fact did. that day will be the opening of the opera The Poisoned Kiss.
most recent extension of the has never till now been perform- including the Island, Kowloon and much to free many of the slaves the New Territories, during the and abolish the trade in them-Fitzwilliam Museum, where the ed; and the older generation will week ending at 8 a.m. on Saturday, but again the despotic rulers and four galleries which were designed welcome the revival of Farry's Job the 16th Instant, there were alto-the difficulties of communication by means of the benefactions of by the CDMS. Kether 48 traffic accidents, as the in the mountainous country were result of which 1 person was killed against him. In spite of all, he and 20 persons were injured.. managed to knit the country to
gether to a large extent and pre- pared the ground for further pro- press when he should succeed to the throne.
The person killed was a Chinese female. who died instantly as the
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result of injuries received when she was knocked down by i motor bus whilst walking across the road.
Of the persons injured, 11 were pedestrians who were either walk ing or running across the road and were struck by vehicles.
One pubilc car driver and a passenger were injured when their vehicle collided with traffic island.
Five bus passengers were injured while. either alighting from boarding moving motor buses.
Two bicycle riders were injured as the result of collisions between vehicles.
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Of the 48 accidents, 21 were col- lisions. between vehicles; 13 were collisions between vehicles and pedestrians; and 15 accidents were due to other causes.
1.
STRATOSPHERE FLIGHT
Women Want To Make Trip
ASCENT SOON ·
Warsaw, May 2. Tweny-two people, among them three women, want tickets to the stratosphere. Each of them is willing to pay £20,000 for a ticket.
This emerges from answers re- ceived by Professor Jean Piccard. the stratosphere balloonist, in re- ply to his advertisement stating that he is willing to take with him to the stratosphere anyone who will pay £20.000 towards the cost of the ascent,
He intends to make the ascent from Polish territory. The balloon has been ordered from the Polish military balloon works at Legiero.
50-YEAR-OLD - WIDOW ·
The list of applicants is headed by two Japanese millionaires, who have both offered a sum higher The following notification wasthan Professor, Ficcard's figure, Teceived from the Colonial Secre- `tariat's Office:---
provided that he will agree to make the excent from Japan.
the late Mr. J. S. Henderson and of Mr. John Charrington are now completed. On the upper floor is the Charrington
NEW BUILDINGS "Farrier members of the Univer-
the
buildings, although these gradual and continuous that they excite less comment among residents, An attractive Httle completed by Trinity Hall, and its harmonious union with the older building is an example of excellent designing. The new block at Bt. Catharine's
Print Room:sity. revisiting Cambridge after where ingenious devices have been many years, are struck by the number of extensions to college installed for the successive display
are SO of varied sets of prints; and in the In 1924 he visited Europe. In larger room will be hung tapes- tries and pictures which their Rome he met Signor Mussolini, "the latter conferring with him it owners have lent for the opening was announced at the time) both and for the succeeding summer court has been as Prime Minister for the Colo-months. On the lower floor the nies." "In London he was received Henderson bequest of armour has been arranged; and here wil be by King George and visited Par- Hament. Everywhere his attentive seen Henry VIII's famous suit of and discerning manner madę, a
armour from Windsor Castle, lent by the King for this special occa- favourable impression.
slon.
The Empress died in 1930, and later in the year Ras Tafar! be- came King of Kings of Ethiopia, taking the title Halle Belassie "The Power of the Trinity." The Duke of Gloucester attended the magnificent coronation ceremonies in Addis Ababa.
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Within 2
few months. Haile Selassie had to suppress a rebellion led by Ras Gugsa in Dessie. Ras Gugsa had been sent to round up bandits, but had failed and-rather than report on his own incompet- ence-had, stirred up discontent among the tribesmen
PROFESSOR HOUSMAN
also in keeping with its gur- roundings, though at present it la hidden from "general view. At Queens' the new crescent is almost Enished externally, and will evi- dently be ready for use in Octo- A new feature on the river la
A report from the Board of Re search Studies is before the Uni-ber. versity, dealing with the question the footbridge which has replaced of maintaining an even and pro- the old ferry at the horse grind. Der standard for the various doc- The Preservation Society is anxi- torates. But no matter of keen ously watching any dangerous de- controversy at present disturbs the velopments of bullding, and there Industry and peace of academic are pleasant reports of its happy life. Vacancies in professorships cooperation with the borough and will shortly have to be alled, some the collegea. At this time of year, due to retirement and some to when there is a general move to cricket fald and termis court, the death. The loss of Professor Housman, though his failing beauty of our open spaces is most When the Italian armies threa-health had for some time been conspicuously revealed as an in- heritance not to be lost or destroy- tened to invade Ethiopia last year, surrowfully observed by his friends,
has left a sudden sense of sadness ed. Emperor appealed to
which his League. During the war all his the University to
fne scholarship had brought such diplomatic
to the approaches Powers have been conducted with renown, and in more intimate cir- cles where his keen criticism and sincerity, dignity, and ability.
enjoyment of good company were a wholesome and inspiring plea sure, Another Agure now lost to view is that of Dr. Nairne, tali and shrivelled, saintly and benign,
London, May 6. with his friendly welcdine for all. The Archbishop of Canterbury which was not always without a presided at the anniversary meet- spice of roguish independence. ing of the Church 'Missionary So- The two Chairs most recently all-ciety, held in the Royal Albert ed are those of Sanskrit and of Hall, last night.
Referring to the war in Abyɛ-
the
THE INDIVIDUAL AND WAR
the
London, May 3. A writer in the "New Statesman and Nation gives a telling extract from an inquiry into alleged Com-Imperial and Naval History. Pro- munism at Chicago University. One witness was Professor Robert Mosa Loveth, who is an out-and-out paci- Ast. His examination is said to have 'run as follows:--
Question-If a young man had come to you in 1917 to ask whether to join up in the recruiting cam- paign, what would you have told him?
Answer-I should have given him the same advice that I gave to my son!
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QuestionWhat was that,
"AN EMPEROR SICK
AT HEART
The Primate On Abyssinia
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fessor Rapson, after a long and sinia, he said that their hearts gistinguished tenure, gives place went out in sympathy to the Em- ic Professor H. W Bailey, who peror, sick at heart with long-de- will bring to Cambridge a remark-ferred hope of help from the unit- able knowledge of Oriental langu- ed nations of Christian Europe. ages; and Professor E. A Walker turning weary and distressed fram comes from Capetown to take the his gallant and dignified effort to room of Sir Herbert Richmond, save his people. If their hearts who has been in realdence for all were moved with sympathy for foo short a time and has made for him and his stricken people, hey must be moved, too," by Indigina- Elmself many friends,
tion at the means which had been POST-GRADUATE CAREERS
used to accomplish that tragedy of In the first few days of Term people almost defenceless, striv- recent developments in educational ing to preserve the dependence practice were discussed at a gath of their native land, (Cheers,) ering of former students of the
"Only let me add," said the Pri- Teachers Training College. It is mate. "that because of this grie natural that yocational
Courses yous disappointment let none of us should be receiving increased at lose our faith in the League of tention owing to the difficulties Nations Rather let us see in this experienced in recent years in comparative failure a call to do finding regular posts; but on gen- ail that is possible to strengthen the League and to make it really eral grounds also there is a grow. ing confidence in the work of representative of the nations and higher education,, and the last capable of ensuring that security. report of the Appointments Board for which the whole world la long- records a remarkable number of ing." "(Cheers.) successful applicants: This may be taken as evidence of general in dustry in the University and of the Professor Fiecard is reputed to practical and theoretica) value of have said that he would not under-the various lines of study; also of A rich woman from Delhi wants take the fight with a woman pas the continued desire' 'on the part
‘of business firms to obtain suit- - anfiual report.
The public are hereby reminded Another applicant is a 50-year- that Monday, May 25, 1936, the old widow, whose condition is that, day following Empire Day, Sunday,
in the event of an accident, a May 24, 1938, is a pubic holiday monument should be erected to her and that all educational establish- memory. zments, public offices and Govern- The wife of a South American ment departments will not be open for ordinary business on that day.
CONCERT POSTPONED
business man entreats Professor Plecard to take her with him so that she may have "at least one
Interesting day in a tiresome and
boring life."
FOR Å SYMPHONY
Answer That he was of age and must not accept my views because they were my views; that it was inevitably his own responsibility whether he fought or not.
Question-And what did your son Answer--My son is buried in
do?
France.
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And that, says the writer, closed the examination.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the concert, promoted by Miss Maria Margarida Gomes in order of a bicycle factory in America, The ages of the applicants range
to secure funds for the "Caixa Ecolar" for the education of poor Portuguese boys in Hong Kong, has been postponed to the 2nd Proximo at 9p.m. at the Club de Recreio.
A Swedish woman pilot, owner
who composes music, ia anxious to gather material to write a "strato- sphere symphony.".
that "no one learns of her exploit."
from 71 to 14.
to take part in the ascent provided *senger.
The Bishop of the Upper Nile the Rev, Addison Hs) and the Bishop of Cheklang spoke of work their particular countries, and the General Secretary (Prebendary. Wilson Cash) gave a review of the
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