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ENGAGEMENT.
CLASS-WOLPMANN. The GA- gagement was announced on October 24, 1937, in Hamburg.
restive and there are indications that they do not seem too pleased at the idea of their money being
of Gwendolyn, elder daughter spent on a war against a people of Cart Wolpmann, Oberstleu- with whom they, individually, tenant A.D. and Frau Wint | have no quarrel,
fate Mr. and Mrs. Dunean
Glass. of Shanghai.
DEATHS
fred Wolpmann (nee Moller) We do not intend to be raske to Malcolm Alexander Glass,gh to predict when the lens- of Hankow, younger son of the
ilities will be terminated, bug in dealing with this vast subject of Sino-Japanese hostilities à few to be constantly points have borne in mind.
In the first Place, from the Japanese point of view, the campaign, north of the Yellow River is far more important than the operations in and around Shanghai thongh we cannot say that the campaign in the north has been slowed down in order that all available troops may be despatched to Shanghai. weaker Though numerically than the Chinese forces opposing them, the Japanese in North
NEW-On Saturday, November 20, 1937, at Dr. New's Nursing Home, 190 Route Ghisl, Dr. Way Ling New. M.A. HCH.. M.R.C.S.. LR.C.P., the dearly beloved husband of Mrs. Catherine Lau New, father of Abraham, Joan, Mary. Martha, son of Mrs. S. C. New and brother of Mrs. C. L Hsia. WILGELMININ-At her residence, Jubilee Court, Shanghai, on November 21, 1937, Antonina
Wilgelminin, Ivanovna uctive member of the Russian Orthodox Confraternity and the beloved wife of Nicolas
An
4 Gossip We Must
the The beckoning lights of
decorated Peninsula brilliantly Hotel lured us across, the harbour last Friday for the Annual Ball of St. Andrew's Society, and we ar
ived in time to watch the. Official Party make a spectacular progress
to the 'Dals in the Rose Room.
His Excellendy the Governor and Lady Northcote, led, with the Chieftain, Sir Atholl MacGregor and Lady MacGregor, It Was a mast impressive sight and the splendid kilts and the gorgeous pipes lent an authentic Highland atmosphere.
There were So
many "lovely dresses there that it is almost im- possible to particularize.
Wilgelminin of the Shanghai China, by reason of their superior forts to acquit myself creditably
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more
war equipment, proved than a match for the provincial forces they encountered, and Nanking was obviously reluctant to despatch National Division's north" of the Yellow River where they would be dependent upon two precarious lines of conumuni- cation.
I would appear, that if the Japanese army occupies the whole left bank of the Yellow River the Chinese would be hard put" to recover the last ground. A Japanese withdrawal from the Yellow River enclave will only be brought about by negotiation. “and one can only speculate as to the terms on which it could be arranged. Direct indirect pressure from other quarters, however, may cause the Japanese Government to hesitate. in an attempt to impose conditions which would permanently impair China's sovereignty over this
or
GENEVA'S PALACE
OF LUXURY"
Yht this cite Tucks about the cost of the new League of Na
a tons ouiding at "Geneva?
NORTH CHINA
When the Lukuochiad incident first came
to light the students o Chinese politics who were in the vicinity of this now world-large area. renowned place, were agreed that what was causing world- wide concern was not who fired the first shot, but rather when the last would be fired, and where. It seemed possible then that even if a local settlement reuld not be effected the trouble would at least be confined to uncisi, opening of the Assembly North China. llow mistaken, tuway arough tins year s these judges were we now well | Lague Assey, has aroused & know, but fairness to them storm of angry accusations from
1 is always let it be said that lew foreigners hostile ---or for the matter of that, been fashionable to attack the Chinese even thought for one League of Nations on the scor It is believed, however, that as long as the first Yangste Boom holds, and single moment that the hostilities of its cust, despite the casily the Japanese fleet cannot reach the would extend to Taiyuan. Cheng-ascertainable fact bat Great capital, Nanking, will hold out. A second boom has been erected at chow, Hankow, Nanking, Kwer-Britain has to pay for the Leagu Chingkiang and it is confidently ex-iu; Wuchow, and last but not no more than she does for print POLICE DEPARTMENT pected that this will draw out hostili test, Canton. The conflict hos ing and stationery in the Ad-
ties for a considerable time.
Chinese circles state that the capital assumed such serious proportions miralty. Now the onslaught is wil be defended at all costs Should bostilities near the capital, the decisive
Laut no plice of any military being directed against the ex- battle for its pussession will be fought aportance "witum
of penditure of "vast stims" to pro- at Lungtan, 10 kilomtres to the east of
Japan's long-umance bombers vide a "palace of luxury at Nanking, and Chinese military quar ters are confident that the bravery of a now be regarded as immune Geneva. Chinese troops will make the occupa tion of Nanking very difficult for the Japanese.-Transotesa
B. ALVES,
Secretary. Hong Kong. 18th Nov., 1937,
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SALE OF OLD MATERIAL
The Police Department is pre; pared to receive tenders for the purchase of a quantity of old material comprising:
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Nanking, Nov. 29. With the fall of Changshin on Satur- day, it is stated in Chinese circles that the Japanese have gained a good operation basis, as they will now be able to concentrate from three sides on Nanking
Boots, Shoes, Uniforms, Clothing, Blackwood Furni ture, Beds, Rattan Ware, Boxes and Suitcases, House HEATED PROTEST
hold Effects, Rope, Tools and Motor Spares, Leather Goods, Rubber Scrap, Brass Scrap, Cast Iron Scrap, Crockery, Surgical Instru
ments, Musical Instruments,
Against Repatriation Of Basque Children
Barcelona, Nov. 29.
The
into
reach
cryants.
Leċeasury?
There
Being a little dazed by my ef-
in the mazes of the reels, I was content to enjoy the scene as a kaleidoscope.
At the Race Course....
{BY ELSPETH)
East and West mix, treely.
describably lovely. It is a great de- light to have these versatile people. bäck again to amuse us.
FANLING HUNT
dancing space. I saw Mrs. Gold- man, wife of the well known tennis
bad д player. She
delightful dress in a pale shade of gold,
Mrs. Barry had enhanced лег Although the opening meet of striking good looks with a lovely
the Fanling Hunt does not take white lace dress, and Mrs. Fuller, place till next Sunday, a number who has just returned from Eng-of enthusiasts went out on Sun- land, came with her husband and
day 28th for a trial run with brought a large party. She wore a very unusual dress of brown lace.
I saw Mrs. King dancing grace- fully. She is to be congratulated on the M.B.E, which Was con- terred on her in the last Honours List and which was conferred on her at the Investiture held at Gov- ernment House, last week She had her two pretty daughters with her.
Mrs. Dalziel, who is always beautifully dressed, was chatting to the Chieftain who looked splendid
Mrs. Hodgkinson wore a striking in his Tartan. Mrs. Stevenson was
flame-coloured frock and was dancing with her husband, a form-dancing in a party which included er Chieftain.
Mrs. J. MacGregor in white wore
a brilliant scart of the MacGregor
made an Tartan, and,
effective picture talking to her two sons, who were immaculately turned out in the Traditional Scottish Costume.
Miss Mackichan and Mias McLay were two outstandingly attractive daughters of St. Andrews, and Mrs. Prentis, who was to sail next day. was making a farewell appearance and looked very soignee in black.
I saw the Countess de Courseulles looking very lovely.
All the world was present and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves heartily.
ROSE ROOM OPENING Last Saturday evening was the opening of the Rose Room at the Hong Kong Hotel. There is a club- like air of intimacy about this ballroom which more than com- pensates for the rather restricted
LITVINOFF ON SOVIET PREPAREDNESS
I
her sister Miss Langley. The lat- ter wore a most original dress in
Candy Striped" Taffetta. Miss Peggy Humphreys, who dances so gracefully. looked enchanting in soft black lace. Miss Knatchbull-
Hugessen also wore a lovely black
dress.
I saw
Fair in
A
the Misses young" party. Miss Betty Fair was in a lovely shade of dark blue which went well with her fair hair, Her sister had trimmings of wine
colour on her dark blue dress,
Miss Armstrong was a graceful figure in black.
Mrs. Gaysford, a newcomer to the Colony, was dancing with her husband and wore a dress in a bold design of white and black.
The turn provided by those clever dancers, Szita and Anis was excellent. In her second number Miss Szita wore a lovely scintillat- ing frock of Midnight Blue tulle and sequins and the effect was in-
JAPANESE
KILLED
*ĄCES''
Shanghai. Nov. 29. According to a Japanese report. three crack naval fillers perished in fames on Saturday in the course
bounds.
In spite of the promise of a cool morning the day was very hot and scent did not lie well. As is to be expected after such a Summer, the country was fairly blind and some of the more inexperienced ponies caine to griet. Milas Fair on China Clipper who is new to the country had a hasty toss and was brought back suffering from quite bad concussion unpleasant.
facial abrasions.
and
Captain Walmsley Cotter hunted hounds. The field met at Dill's Corner and moved off skirting the country club Golf Course, anally checking on the hill overlooking
Lo Woo camp.
Many of the regular Fanling crowd were out. Among those who moved off were Mr. Swin- burne, Mrs. McAvoy, Mrs. Paton, Miss Betty Fair, Mes Smalley, Wing Commander Dalziel, Mr. Mackenzle Mr. McAvoy, Mr., Nelson, Captain Menzies, Captain Hopper, Mr. Wat- son, Capt. Douglas, Mr. Archer and several others. In spite of the heat and trappy country a very good run was enjoyed.
JAPAN AND THE
CHINESE CUSTOMS
ал
Tokyo, Nov. 29. The "Asahi Shimbun" in editorial to-day on the British and American representations to Japan
Says Aggressor States of a daring raid on Chinese pasi- regarding the Shanghai Customs
Exhausted By War
Programme
democratic countries.
He concluded by saying that the fighting forces of aggressor 'coun-
tions at Kintan, south of Chang chow on the Shanghai-Nanking Railway.
1
One plane. which was piloted by one of the best Japanese naval fliers. Sub-Lieut. Tanaka, had just dropped a bomb and was prepar- ing to go into another power dive when h's gasoline tank was hit by an anti-aircraft shell The ma- chine burst into flame and it crashed in the Chinese positions.
are in the control issue "which nature of warnings", points out that Japan has not presented any formal demand whatever to any Government. General Matsui
that merely declared
Japan should, as a matter of course, take over the Maritime Customs, postal and telegraph administrations. Even if Japan makes a demand of the nature mentioned there is no reason whatever for Japan taking unjust measure in disregard of the Powers.
The report states that the fl'ers'
"It is not difficult to imagine avenced by a squa- any step which Japan may take in
which Sub- deaths were
this regard will be to the extent Lieut. Tanaka's machine belonged, or the precedent in connection dron of planes to which demolished craft battery and heavily damaged
Chinese entrenchments.
anti-air-
with the Tientsin Customs," says the newspaper,
Suggesting that Britain and A number of small junks, with
America had taken their present. Chinese crews, 'n Soochow Creek attitudes because they are special- were seized by Japanese motor
ly concerned with Shanghai or launches manned by the military they apprehend that Japan may The launches went up the creek demand more than at Tientsin. and made seizures of the junks the newspaper, continues: "On this. which were towed to the Whang-account in dealing with the Po- poo river. It is understood thewers" representations Japan need Chinese crews and their families not lower the level of demand, if are being given food while working she should make them as matters for the Japanese. As a result of of course. It need hardly be men- the seizures, numerous houseboats.ttoned that as a "victor country barges, junks and other craft Japan should adopt a grave, att!- moored in Boochow Creek are at fude.... present flying foreign flags.- Router.
Leningrad, Nov. 29... "Although faithful to the ideals
and of the League
collective security, the Soviet relies on her um attack. row can they very First, were the new League own forces and is ready to defeat well be when even defenceless buildings
any enemy," declared M. Maxima Litvinoff to an election audience villages and hulets,
to should be no doubt about the here, where a nominee for the killing the three occupants. not mention open towns and relugee answer. The humblest town or Supreme Council is being chosen.
bave centres
been
His speech bristled with ironical attacked? borough claims the right to its And it is indeed hard that of all own town hall and municipal references to the Brussels Con- the cities of China, Shanghai,offices, Any department of the ference and the weakness of the the most important of them all, Civil Service would quite rightly despite its international status, object to being crammed into a has suffered the most. We have converted hotel, which until lastries were united in order to bomb- ard the Comintern," but the already in these columns, deaft year was the fate of the League PELTessors were 50 exhausted "La Vanguard.a" heatedly pro-with the problem of the rehabili-Secretariat- The League, now economically by the cost of prepar- Watches and Clocks, Jewel tests against the intended rc- tation of Shanghai and all we that it has one to stay, is en ing war that they could not decide a long war and therefore upon lery, Microscope, Printing patriation of Basque chidren who
need recapitulate now is that the titled to a home of its own.
must seek the line of least re- Press, Motor Cycles, Motor are at present in England.
Secondly, has the cost been
sistance. Van and miscellaneous lots. paper on Sunday published the very vastness of sich an under-
names of 500 Basque children, and taking, which to succeed- must excessive? That question cap appealed to the parents not to depend on outside assistance, be answered only with a know-
their repatriation allow
staggers the imagination," ledge of the normal cost of public Spain Nationalist
It is stated that the Nationalist Spanish The whole of the civilised, buildings. "If the total cost of chaplain. Father Gabanas, is now world has been asking with about one million pounds for the in England, arranging for the creasing imperativeness, howBuilding sounds a lot," said Mr. return of the children and the paper calls upon the parents to much longer the Sino-Japanese Jacklin, the League Treasurer, appeal to the British authorities hostilities are to continue, and "find out what your local Town to keep the children in England what will be their outcome? Hall costs, and remember that 5774
or send them to France or direct There is, however, one point we are the international town ly to Repúblican Spain. The paper promises to print a current which must be constantly borne hall of 57 nations.".
in mind. The Chinese have. 'as Actually, the original estimates theless, to meet the unforeseen list of other children NOTICE OF REMOVAL various countries, in order to keep i whole, rallied to the support of for construction (plus the grant expenses, the Assembly has voter
the parents informed as to the the Central Government and for fixtures, outside work and an extra £150,000... whereabouts of their children.--
there is not a man, woman or lighting) amounted to about How does the total sum com- Transocean.
child who is not rendy to take up £1,164.000. Critics sometimes pare with the cost of public arms for the country. The same expand this figaro by translating buildings in Great Britain? The may he said of the. Japanese, but it into terms of the depreciated London County Hall cost more £3,200,000. The War only up to a point. While re- pound. It must be remembered, than ports to hand indicate that the however, that the project was office building cost £1.229.000 military elements are as loyal as embarked upon a long ago as The British. Exchequer found can be expected. the peasanta 1924 and the annual contribution £1,150,000 to provide Ulster with and business classes are growing towards the cost began, to come its new Parliament Buildings.
For form of tender and further particulars apply to the Store Supervisor, Police Headquarters, Central Police Station.
Inspector General of Police, Hong Kong, Nov. 26, 1937,
As from 27th November, 1937, DUNLOP RUBBER COMPANY (CHINA), LTD., has Removed Its Offices to MARINA HOUSE, 2nd Floor, Queen's Road,"*
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COOLIE KILLED
the
Lam Kwok-kan, 50, coolie, was killed yesterday when a tin box fell on h'm while he was working at the Kowloon Godowns.”
"We and they know this ne cannot reach our borders. The de- fensive capacity of the Soviet does not depend on international com- binations, but on the unceasing growth of the might of the Red Army and fighting forces."-
Reuter
in long before Great Britain went
off the gold standard. Never-
ISOLATING
CHANGCHOW
Shanghal. Nov. 29. Questioned about the proposed safety zone at Nanking, a Japan- ese Embassy spokesman said that General Tang Sheng-ch's state- ment was "rather, discourag`ng".
The question of isolating Hang- chow from warfare was unsettled.
Reuter
CHANGCHOW FALLS
Shanghai Ray 20, According to Japanese press report, hitherto unconfirmed, "the Japanese entered Changchow this morning.- Reuter,
ing from the north and south had
and it remained up to the Chinese surrounded Thing, west of Talhn to demilitarise the area.
A. Japanese army spokesman said that Japanese forces advanc-
Lake, and he added that Klangyin was being hard pressed-- Br Reuter.