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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
IN THE SUPREME COURT OF HONG KONG
PROBATE JURISDICTION
IN THE GOODS of WILLIAM ALFRED AUGUSTUS WEST, late of Adelaide, in the State of South Australia, in the Commonwealth of Austrália, Agent, deceased,
NOTICE is hereby given that the Court has by virtue of the provisions of Section 58 of Or dinance No. 2 of 1897 made an order limiting the time for credi. tors and others to send in their claims against the above estate to 15th December, 1937.
Hong Kong
THE HONG KONG JOCKEY CLUB.
The Eleventh Extra Race Meeting will be held (weather permitting) at HAPPY VALLEY on Saturday, 20th November. 1937, commencing at 2.00 p.m.
HONG KONG DAILY PRESS. FRIDAY,
MARRIAGE The wedding between Miss Olgi Maria de Castro Basto and Mr.
Fernando José dos Remedios will take place at 10 am, on Saturday, November 27, at St. Teresa's' Church, Kowloon
Tong. No invitations will be
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NOVEMBER 19, 1937.
gladly. As it takes a clever tion ANNUAL REPORT PHILIPPINE REVIEW
to play the fool, so the same;
applies with a nation, and for so Į many years Japan was able to font the world.
"Hands Of". China? Not for Japan!
Issued but relatives and friends brigands" are bringing up more Whilst the Japanose territorial |
will be welcome at the Church and afterwards at the recep- tion to be held at 29, Granville Road, Kowloon.
DEATH
OF BOY SCOUTS' ASSOCIATION
RECORD FIGURES
REVEALED
Serious Financial Position
and more of their mass-murderers to capture the capital of China, and whilst the Chinese are rush- 5752 ing troops to defend Nanking with all their right and main. Japan has the cool cheek to onder the other Powers to keep out of China till Japan, presumably, has this year reveal progress in every done just what she likes with its direction. We are glad to be able people and its policies of producto state that our Group and grand tien, exchange and administra- totals have this year reached the
The funeral services of the late Mrs. Margaret Florence Jor- gensen, aged 58 years, who died
in the Kowloon Hospital on
November 18. will be held at the Chapel of Resurrection at
4.30 p.m. to-day.
"
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友“之國中
BONG KONG, NOVEMBER 19, 1937.
21
HANDS OFF!??*
There is something quite quaint about the complaint which the
tion.
01
A policy more fantastic preposterous Can scarcely be imagined. But, of course, the Nipponese brain is very fertile especially when it comes to the matter of telling others what they should do (for the benefit of Japan).
Hands Off, by all means but it must be the policy of "Hands Off China."
OUR AMBULANCE SERVICE
In our issue of yestérilay" we commented on two of the crying needs of the Colony, namely the Housing Problem and, the need for a new building for Queen's College. There is another very Pressing problem that we wish to bring to the attention of Flis
"In contrast with the fun clal position, the census Agures
record figures of 678- and 713 res- pectively, while as we go to press, the formation of three additional Groupe is well under way," states
Trade With The Philippines
On the basis of the facts which it has developed the Los Angeles. Chamber of Commerce seems to be fully justified in asking, as it does, that as few barriers as possible be placed in the way of trade with the Philippines.
The chamber believes that the present mutual preferential- . trade agreement with the islands should be extended at least till June 30, 1946; that a continuing study of trade relations be made in. the meantime; and that the present provision for mandatory export duties on goods sent to the United States be changed to make such duties permissive.
Exports from Los Angeles Harbour alone to the Philippine Is lands during 1936 amounted to $8.184.000, and for the first"four months of this year were $2,413,000, indicating a considerable gain
for 1937.
the classications into which these goods were divided. Since it is It takes three closely spaced, type-written pages merely to list agriculture interests of the nation, and particularly these interested
In vegetable and animal ofis, which are most vociferous for shutting off Philippine trade, it should be noted that in the list of exports to the Philippines, agricultural products of all sorts take a prominent part and this purt even sold to the Philippines $9,000 worth of
Included in the list were barley, corn, oats, rye, wheat and rice; flour and meal; other grain preparations: oll cakes and meals; daliy and poultry foods; dried and preserved vegetables; fresh vegetablest oranges: other fresh fruits: dried fruits: canned fruits, preserved canned vegetables; vegetable preparations; grapefruit, lemons. fruits and preparations; walnuts; cther nuts and preparations: dairy products. and honey.
the annual report of the Boy vegetable oils. Scouts' Association (Hong Kong Branch) for the year 1938.
The report adds that thanks to the increase
in star. been maintained during the year, which has one or two groups which were in none too sound a position have also been investigated with the re- sult that in some cases the form of registration has been altered to the benefit of the Groups con- cerned.
In October 1, 1935, the total
number of Groups and Troops were 23 and 22 respectively. Wolf Cub Packs and Crews have increased by two in each case, making & total of 10 and six, respectively.
WOLF CUBS
Of Wolf Cubs, the report states: "A substantial increase in the strength of the Wolf Cub section. of the Association has taken place during the year, two new Packs having been registered, while the appointment of an Acting Assis- tant Commissioner for Wolf Cubs and a District Commissioner for Hong Kong has done a great deal
Fresh, preserved and canned meats went over in volume. and fish, especially sardines.
And this is only from one port, when the amounts shipped from other Pacific Coast ports are added. It is plain farmers have a con- siderable interest in maintaining Phillppine trade. Philippine Independence
With Japan on the warpath, it is easy to imagine a cooling-off process among Philippine Independence adherents. For many years there has been a well-formulated and patriotically-conceived effort by native Filipinos, for complete freedom from the United States. It has been a friendly struggle by a people who appreciated the world » of good which has been accomplished among them under the guid- ance of Uncle Sam. Friendly, but none the less vigorous.
Advocates of Independence hailed as a great victory the passage in March 1931, of the Tydings-McDuffle bill, and its subsequent sign- ing by President Roosevelt. The bill provides for complete freedom at the close of a ten-year period under Philippine commonwealth * government.
The First Bell will be rung official spokesmen for Japan are Excellency the Governor, and towards consolidating the adminis.. lands are just a step from her door. The Tokio government has
1.30 p.m.
By Order,
C. B. BROWN,
Secretary. Hong Kong, 15th Nov., 1937.
R.
making to the effect that the this may he put under the great Powers of the Brussels Conference are guilty of inter-category of Social Services." fering with the avowed object of taking trouble in the Far East by meddling in a dispute which 5730 is peculiar to China and Japan.
According to the Japanese ton guesters everyone in the world excepting themselves should re-
PUBLIC AUCTION.
PARTICULARS AND CON
There are a few motor ambulances operated by the Government for the benefit of the community; hat it must be borne in mind that one always receives a bill for the privilege of using these ambul anecs. There is, however, or
tration of Wolf Cuh matters gen-
rally."
SCOUTS
Referring the Scouts, the report states the following: "Once again the support made evident at the annual fixtures proved that the renewed activities as reported last year have not been relaxed. It is
frain from taking any practical exception and that is in cases by one, the Scout and Sea Scout'
interest in the continuing un- declared war. A stagnation po licy of "Hands Of" should be unanimously adopted.
There is much in the Japanese All Creditors and others are ac.DITIONS of the Sale by Public contention, however, and if they cordingly hereby required to send Auction to be held on Monday, would co-operate with the rest of their claims to the undersigned the 22nd day of November, 1937, the world then the policy would on or before that date.
at 3 p.m., at the Offices of the read, "Hands Off China," and it Public Works Department, by Or would be deserving of the highest DEACONS,
der of His Excellency the Gov. commendation. But we will be ernor of one Lot of Crown Land pardoned a little cynicism when at Repulse Bay Road in these comment that we do not Colony of Hong Kong for a term think such a policy is envisaged of 75 years, with the option of by Japan's rulers. renewal at a Crown Rent to be
Solicitors for the Executors.-.
1. Des Voeux Road Central,
Hong Kong.
HELENA MAY INSTITUTE.
5753
good by
It is easy to conceive a new attitude of mind among the Fill- pinos under present conditions. Japan has greedy eyes; and the 19-.
never felt any too friendly toward the United States' long stay in. Eastern territory, and if American military and naval basses were removed, and with them the fear of American intervention. there would be nothing to binder such an invasion as that now being made in China.
THE GREATNESS OF BRITAIN
King Leopold's Tribute
London, November. 17. His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent, Mr. Neville Chamberlain,
STATE BALL FOR KING LEOPOLD
Modern Dance Band At Buckingham Palace
interesting to note that in spite of the Troop total having decreased accidents these anbulances are totals have slightly increased dur- provided 'free. The Hawparing the year with every hope of Arabulance is free-but that, too, a further increase next year. En- only caters for accidents. What clency has also been kept up, but we should like to see is a fre
although the percentage number of First Class, Scouts is fairly ambulance service instituted for the benefit of those who are too Branches, we feel that an effort comparison with other poor to be able to pay any fee must be made to futher this dur- and in this connection we wishing the future, as without doubt to draw attention to the plight the facilities available locally, are that some of the poorer classes places...." find themselves in when faced with any emergency. Two nights ago an employee of one of the figures has been made with regard Lord Mayor's welcome, likened thousand guests, including many local public utility companies was to Sea Scouting generally. seen carrying a very sick baby
much greater than in many
SEA SCOUTS Turning to Sea Scouts, the
"ROVERS Regarding Rover scous, the re-
Sir John Simon, Mr. Anthony Eden
and heads of the servicea attended
a resplendent banquet at the Guild- hall in honour of the King of the Belgians.
to
London, Nov. 17. When the King and Queen gave a ball at Buckingham Palace to- night in honour of King Leopold, the guests danced to the strains of a modern dance band instead of the usual string band which played King Leopold, in replying to the at former Palace balls. Over a
London to the stage of the world members of the Royal, family, theatre. To London, more than danced foxtrots, waltzes and other any other place, came the echoes modern dances in the great Ball- It will be readily recollected in his arms, trying to get a rick-port states: "The figures as shown of the anxieties to which the whole room. Heuter: xed by the Surveyor of that when the Japanese com-
shaw to take the child to hospital.in the census report with regard world is a prey. Britain, therefore.
GUILDHALL LUNCHEON Majesty the King, for one further
menced their more serious depre- Realising that here was a fine to Rover Scouts are somewhat de- had special responsibilities 1.5 term of 75 years.
London, Nov. 17. dations of China and all that opportunity to make some easy ceiving, little progress being a regards the world's affairs, more The King of the Belgians drove Intending bidders are advised China holds dear, a campaign money, the rickshaw coolie the figures shown only represent in which lie the root of the in-
parent therefrom. In actual fact particularly in economic matters in state
Guildhall to-day, that immediately after the dis was vigorusly commenced and mediately demanded an exorbi- about one half of the practicalternational problems besetting the welcome and was entertained to. where. he received an address of posal of the lot the purchaser expertly and energetically carried font fare and the poor man had figures, over one half of the Rover world.
the applicant), will if not
out in the English speaking world to go his way on foot. Just at Scouts of the Branch being shown The British Empire was so im- Replying to the toast in his be required to deposit with ander the slogan, "Hands of that moment, however, somebody under the column beaded Group portant a part of the human race honour authorised officer who will be China.
proposed by the Lord officers, "Warranted and Acting that it must realise more clearly Mayor, King Leopold said: "to your This campaign was came on the scene and paid the The shortage of suitable Rover than the other nations how closely city more than to any other there present at the sale, the sum teminently successful, and a verit fare demanded rather than argue Leaders makes the starting of many
the fate of mankind was bound come echoes of those anxiety of two hundred dollars, $200.00 in Juble army of eloquent speakers with the coolie-every minute more Crews inadvisable, but the cash. This sum will be refund thronged a
own; consequently which the whole world is a prey.. up with its thousand platforms counted for the child. We quote existing Crews have been of great their understanding in universal Political objectives are of concern 5749ed on payment of the purchase orging the obvious righteousness this an example of what must help to the Branch during the
problems is so profound that it is only to certain sections of man- price.
of this policy. This was before be happening daily and, in a past year...
permissible to hope that Britain kind, but a better ordering of the League of Nations had really city that is pleased to rank itself training of Scout officers, Salwan search for a solution to the econo- mankind
The report also deals with the will play a dominant part in the economic life is of interest to PARTICULARS OF THE LO1 disappointed the world by redue- amongst the up-to-date towns of Camp. Tests and Badges, and other mic problems besetting the world
as a whole. We are ing itself to the status of a dia- the world! lectic society.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of subscribing member will be held сп Monday, 22nd November, 1937 at 10.30 a.m.
By Order of the Council,
J. W. WHYTE SMITH,
Hon. Secretary to Council.
HONG KONG BREWERY AND DISTILLERY LIMITED
NOTICE
All bottles supplied marked with the initials "HB" and the name "Hong Kong Brewers and Distillers Limited" are and re main the property of the Hong Kong Brewery and Distillery Limited and are supplied to cus- tomers upon the understanding that such delivery confers no right of ownership or usage to customers or others. All sales of beer are made by the Brewery or their denters' subject to this condition. When empty. all bottles must immediately be re- turned either to the Brewery De pots in Hong Kong No. 8, Dud. dell Street or in Kowloon No. 58, Canton Road, or to the Com." pany's agents when 3 cents and
4 cents will be refunded for each pint and quart bottle respectively.
6750
No. of Salo.j
Rural Building
Lot No. 403.
Repulse Bay Road.
Registry No.
Locality.
Benndary
Measure-
ments.
As per
sale plau,
Contents in
Square feet.
About
185,800
Anstal
Rental
Upact Price.
$
2,133
A Job?
Consult
The
WANT ADS
37,160
5744
14
Was
activities.
to-day- Reuter.
luncheon.
faced with a world which is com plicated by various national pro- FINANCIAL POSITION
blems. To solve these difficulties The health problem. like the
Messrs. Thomson and Company,
we need a clear view of economie There was no means. at that housing one, demands the imine- Accountants of the Association,
realities, seen with a dispassionate time of taking a census of world diste attention of the authorities. submit the following report:- opinion on the subject, ħut judg- | T the past these have too often "Last year we reported on the year. Our subscribers, officers, eye and divorced from every other
consideration. ing by the enthusiasm displayed been put on the shelf as being financial position of the Associa-Scouters; the many examiners who
The British Empire represents 50 have cheerfully given their time a the public meetings and the " inexpedient " hnt we cannot tien, polating out that the gur-
to test the results of the training important a part of the humán views expressed in the Press. afford any longer to pursue a
plus account was being seriously reduced. This year we have to given to the boys; the numerous race that it cannot help but realise there was every justification for policy of laissez faire. These two report that another deficit of members of he public who have more clearly than any other nation how closely the fate of mankind is displays and aggiated with our presuming that in Britain ani problems must be tackled without $1,020 has reduced the surplus toailles, including the parents and bound up with its own. That 18 America there
D over-further delay and without being $28. This means that your Assete whelming majority opinion in unduly pessimistic we forsee the at their present balance Sheet friends of the actual Groups who why your understanding of great do so much to assist the Scouters universal problems is so profound, favour of the "Hands Off China" day; unless this is done, when gure are only $28 more than
in their work with the individual and why it is permissable to hope that Great Britain may play a' policy, One nation, and une the authorities will he faced with your Liabilities. When it is con- members.
sidered that the Salwan property
prominent part in the search for a mation only, made screechingly a problem that will be even more may not be worth the value shown We feel that it would be unjust solution of the mafor economic-. articulate its hysterical disappro-serious than the last cholera in the Balance Sheet, the post- to close this report without making | difficulties British Wireles, val, and that nation was Japan. epidemic. Let us then go ahead tion is more serious. Perhaps one a special acknowledgement of the But in those distant days, almost with slum clearing and better of the most disappointing items in tremendous amount of nelp will the accounts le the great falling ingly given to the Association, and twenty years ago, the really great cedical service for the poor
which last | Groups by the members off of subscriptions,
of "the Powers were apt to treat Japan classes, "and when we have enc-year amounted to $850 and this China Meet. Troop of Deep Sea as a bit of a joke. That waa cessfully combatted these two year have only reached the total Scouts under the leadership of quite mischievous and erroneous menaces for as the position is, of $509.” is has been proved to the very menace is the only name to give great detriment of China which it we pay then consider giving has suffered because the world the prisoners at Stanley better was pleased to suffer Japan, just rations and possibly spring as some people can suffer fools! beds!
TATARESCU · FORMS CABINET
Pay Commander, M. K. Lawder,
Bucharest, Nov. 18. THANKS
O.B.E, Without their help many Premier Tatarescu has recon- The Association, annual report ¦ of our activities would have to be stituted the Cabinet which resign- concludes:
curtailed, and it is apparent that led recently with slight changes. "Our thanks are due to the many Scouting in the East and Far East It is almost an entirely liberal? friends of the Association who have owes a large debt of gratitude to Ministry.... assisted in the success of the past the Deep Sea Scouts."!
Beurer.