WM. POWELL, LTD.
HONGKONG TELEGRAPH SUPPLEMENT, CHRISTMAS, 1901.
THE EDITOR'S REVERIE.
TIME: CHRISTMAS EVE. THE EDITOR LOQUITUR.
Christmas! Aye let the days run darkling, Circling fleetly toward the close
Of the year, that ebbs with no joyous sparkling, Weighted with burden of human woes..* What do I care! So my pipe draws sweetly, Musing at case in my bamboo chaig," * How many days have withdrawn discreetly. Adding themselves to the waning year. See, how the smoka on the air up curling Weaves me the pictures of bye-gone days; Pictures of life in Hongkong unfurling History imaged in pulsing waves. Ab! There are two young ladies speaking,
What does May say?"it is past repeating, The way Flo acts is a sheer disgrace!" Another whiff, and there Flo is standing, Whispering what she has heard of May. Into the ear of a friend, demanding, "What do you think of such conduct, pray?" Dim grows the scene from the smoke out
weaving,
Residents of Hongkong who remember the above firm under the old style, on paying a visit to the store now, have an object lesson before them as to what can be effected by management, experience and general up-to- dateness, On mounting the staircase and entering the first department one is struck with the air of bustling business that pervades the place. Every oe seems busy, but not so much so, that the intending purchaser is at once taken in hand, and after a time leaves with a feeling that he has been to a church Bazaar and must go and borrow 10 cents for a ricksha to get bene. The children never get past the first room, as it is literally smothered in toys. Toys for babies, toys for girls and toys for boys, from the 25 cents doll up to the sturdy youngster' bicycle and rocking horse. Air guns for the boy of 16, and prams for the little miss of 7. The glass cases are very prettily dressed, (and in the evening lit up with fairy lamps), with the daintiest of selections to take the eye of those most interested; viz. the child-Gossiping: surely I know that face! N ren. Those in charge are also pleased when they find that all these goods most be disposed of to make way for fresh shipatents, and prices range accordingly. Powell's, motto is to keep on going, and if a stream of cases are con- stantly arriving, a procession of parcels must be continually going, and they see that it is so, or want to know the reason why. Another department that is well patronised just now is the Fancy goods for Xmas presents, Here one finds writing, dressing and glove cases, ink stands, photo frames, nickel plated cruel stands, silver ware, purses, trays &c. &c. All these must be cleared, and one has the satisfaction of giving a present and the pleasur able feeling of saving money. Moving on one comes to the ladies paradise. Right down the centre of the long show room are arranged a succession of glass cases, each distinctive in colour as they are in the materials displayed. The first is devoted to opera cloaks, fans and feathers in the very latest Parisian fashions. These have only just arrived, together with a selected lot of woollen goods. Art needle work, lace hand- kerchiefs, and stiver toilet utensils occupy the next case, arranged very artistically
There sits the Board of Procrastination, dainty and delicate as the most and look critical eye could wish, besides redounding Glib with excuses, and reasons pat. very much to the credit of the little lady who Blamine, for cause of the visitation has sole charge of the setting out of these That hideous monsier-the household rat! goods. Millinery, fur and feather necklets, not forgetting some very charming chiffon ruffles,Up men! Be doing?" he cries out wildly, evening capes &c. &c., are on view in all shades, designs, and makes, so that any lady in ordering a costume in the dressmaking department can obtain any of the 100 and et ceteras in any shade, to match the material selected. Space will not allow of us going into everything displayed and we can only say in conclusion, go and inspect. You will go away poorer in pocket, but richer in knowledge of the latest fashions and what is being worn on the other side of the water.
MESSRS. J. ULLMANN AND CO.
A neat litle article of jewellery makes a pleasing present for Christrans nnd one that can always be kept as a token of good will and friendship.
At 74, Queens Road, Messrs. Ullmann and Co. have a great assortment of watches, rings, bracelets and brooches, not to mention musical boxes and chiming clocks. They maken great specialty with their diamonds of which they may proudly boast, and their piher precious stones are no sinal credit to this enterprising firm. They have secured a great repulation in the Colony for their skilled workmanship, and any article bought from them or sent for repair is sure to please.
MESERY. DISS AND GILLINGS.
If clothes do not make the man they go a long way towards it, and when one knows he is well dressed it gives a consdence that in some cases is overdone. Messrs Diss and Gilling's have been quietly pegging along, their cutting and material being their best advertisement (Barring the H. K. T.-E4,) and relying almo-t solely on everyone wishing to look as well, as the man who deals with D, and G. One great advantage their customers have; every article that leaves their establishment is gone care- fally through in every detail by one of the beads of the firm and consequently alteration or complaints are almost a thing of the past,
Fainter, and harder their words to catch; Fading at last on the air, nor leaving, Aught to renew it. Here boy! A match, Now it is lit, and the fames go twining. Circling cunningly in and around; -- Weaving a scene, as the smoke declining Sinks like a pall to the chilling ground.
See There the city is somberly showing, Silent, and stricken with horror vague, What is that shadow that darker growing, Brooda o'er the town? Tis the fearsome Plague!
Wafting the smoke with a swirl aside. Think ye there's naught to be done, but idiy Pass resolutions that naught hetide?") There! It is gone, and the next puff lingers, Darker and deeper; a blot of shame; A shade inwoven by devilish fingers, Ha! I unfolds and exhibits a name, Cochrane Street, and it's houses of horror. Poised in the smoke-field, on hollow walls; Lives that are fated to see no morrow- A zephyr stirs and the building falls.. Falls with a crash, as the smoke drawn vision, Wreathed into forms by a Nemesis skilled, Fashiona a grave and a gaping prison, Inscribed "One is full, let the other be filled." Ah! Now the smoke from the briar ascending. Quivers and thrills with the clashing of bells. Christmas is dawned, and its Perice is des
cending,
"Forgive ye their faults," is the message it tells. Aye Let us pardon each others transgressions, Which one among us, dare cast the first stone? Who that is blameless? And the scribe arises, Knocks out his pipe, and the visions are gone.
VERA.
MESSRS, LEVY HERMANOS,
As sure as you pass along Queen's Road Central you will invariably see a small crowd of interested onlookers outside the Maison Levy
Hermanos whether it is mechanical clocks, dia mondstars and bracelets, rings set with precious stones that dazzle the eyes and excite the cupidity of the gater, there is always something ofinterest to be viewed. On entering the store a great array is seen set out to the best advantage in THE CONNAUGHT HOUSE.
plush frames under glass, pearls of price, dia. Mr. J. H. Wainwright has lately assumed the mands, sapphires, rubies &c. &c. made up in every conceivable form and in addition are a managemennt of this well known Hotel, and un- der his supervision it has bee overhauled and quantity of the very newest things in trinkets refurnished. At present it is the lending family viz. New Art Ware. This is a fashion that hotel in Hongkong, and its cuisine is rapidly: ceedingly pretty and out here still uncommon. has become all the rage in Europe and is ex- becoming celebrated. Mine host Wainwrigh
The main idea it seems to us is in copying the is always on hand, ready to rectify any errors or emissions on the part of his staff of servants, Ancient Egyptian form of ornament and slight and to see that it does not occur again. They modernising the shape and workmanship. wine cellar is stocked with the finest brands of The result is an artistic article.
MESSRS SIEMSSEN & CO.
wines and liquors, and after the first smpling, one 'cels like "Oliver Twist" and cries for more. Special attention is given to monthly baarders, and the length of their residence there is a
Christmas comes but once a year, and that guarantes, of the excell nce of their treatment. The Hotel being on Queens Road Central in the for some folk, is once too often. This is centre of the Citv, makes it very convenient for nccasioned by their suffering from that com- business men. For a perfect tale, good wines,plaint called in patent medicine advertisements
• excellent pooms and service, combined with very reasonable terms; there is no place in town like "The Connaught."
MESSRS, W. BREWER AND CO.
Next in order to Christmas itself, few things are mare inevitable than the gift books which crowd the stalls and oust one's time-honoured and sobe periodical. Cift books with a moral, gift books with no morals, gift book with pictures, and gift hooks about the war, have arrived in profusion and are now to be seen at Messrs. Brewer and Co.'s store. The difficulty is to know which of the many to select, but there are other presents in great profusion. Complete sets of tennis requisites, croquet, cricket, and footballs for outdoor use, TACO games, cards, bereque sets and every other game for the parlour. Then of course they have a bewildering variety of choice things in the way of Xmas greetings, to say nothing of beautiful picture calendare and, tasteful stationery
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"temporary congestion arising from over indul gence in alcoholic bevenges? One can quite understand that this complaint is particular. by prevalent at Christmas if one has happened to drop in and inspect the temptation aid in ene's way by Messrs. Siemssen in their stock of wines. However, as Eve handed down to her daughters the art of comforting man, 40 the firm in question counteracts the tempor ary congestion" arising from too much atten- tion to their gond things by supplying their customers with the famous Hirano water.
which not only mixes well with either wines or spirits, but is a capital thing for removing that dark brown taste which sometimes plagues one in the morning.
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"MESSES. COTTAM & CO.
Messrs Cottam & Co's store is not only an
G. P. LAMMERT,
NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE CO.
One does not expect to see much bustle or Life Insurance as a compulsory Savings life in a quiet thoroughfare like Duddell Street, Bank, an investment proposition, has been but Mr. G. P. Lammert's Auction Rooms are attracting the attention of the financial world there, and not content with filling their ex-for several years past. When you desire to tansive, rooms with goods generally spread make an investment of any kindou certainly themselves half across the street. Sale after investigate very carefully the financial_con- sale is conducted, account sales rendered, dit on, stability etc. of the security offered. goods delivered, and at once in comes another You also wish to find the number and class lot, and the same programme is repeated to the of investors before placing your money.
statement An analysis of the
of the satisfaction of the owners and profit of the
New York Life Insurance Co will show that venting firm. One day the place is chock- a-block with furniture and on-going next no safer investment can be found in the world. day to have another look at the parti- All the men whose names are a power in finance cular overmantel that took your fancy the are policy holders in that Co., their policies old adage that delays are dangerous" is borne being distributed throughout 82 countries, from home on you because the place is fultof Japanese one end of the world to the other. As a further goods and you have to find out who bought the evidence of the popularity of this Company we piece you wanted and go and pay an increased will state that the actual paid for, new-placed price for it. Some time ago Mr. G. 1. business during the year 1900, amounted
10 the Lammert threw hithself heart and soul
enormous sum of $233.388255, into
Aside from the investment feature the land sales line and quickly Gold
well established a firm footing, as one
of life insurance, the speedy payment able to arrange and conduct this important of a policy after death is an important branch of his business. The present year now. item. How often estates are tied up in pro- drawing to a close has witnessed his most bate for many months after the decease of the is necessary successful efforts. For some time the Euro-bead of the family. Ready money pean land owners were his chief supporters, to "keep the wolf from the door," certain invest but in a very short period the Chinese started to
ments need protection. The sorrowing widow does not know where to turn, and how she would nibble, and soun Mr. Lammert had the offer to
welcome a sum of money placed to her credit dispose of a very large area. This proved so successful and the Chinese, finding it profitable almost immediately. What thousand and one uses it could be put to, what a relief to know to themselves, other sales have followed at short intervals up to the present time. Only a that it is there, and that her future and that of few days ago $60,000 worth of land changed her children is provided for. Every thinking hands through this enterarising firm, and at a man acknowledges the inestimable benefits of date to be fixed $30 000 worth is to be a life insurance policy, but he thinks he will offered with every cliance of its rapidly going wait until "next year" to take out one. Re- off. Purchasers have found that it is to their member, it will cost you more every year advantage to buy through these brokers owing that you wait. No time like the present! to the perfect financial arrangements that have Call on Mr. Hector W. Sampson, at the heen made and which are offered to the buyer. Hongkong Hotel, who is the authorized agent In one year Mr. G. P. L. has placed over of the New York Life Insurance Co. for the $1,000,000 worth of valuable property, and Colony. Mr. Sampson is a courteous gentle- 1992 will open with every promise of beating max of the up-to-date school and can show you his previous record.
in a very few moments the great advantages ni a policy in the Co. he represents. The person- ality of Mr. Sampson, with the backing of the oldest an largest Life Insurance Company in the world, makes a business combina tion hard to heat. In the olden days in was a case of "money or your life," but we understand that he guarantees to take both. If you have not the time to spare to call on Mr. Sampson, a note or telephone messige will always r celce his prompt ttention.
HOUGHTON & CO, THE TAILORS.
G. GIRAULT.
The cup that cheers is nowhere if not at hand on Christmas Day, As a miss is as good as a mile, so is a half replenished bit as bad as an empty cellar. Look see! get in the stock before the store in Queen's Road Gentral is empty. Mr. Girault is having a tremendous demand for his many spécia ities not only in wines and spirits but in his table delicacies, French wines and liquors, and English, French, and American. confectionery, which he is now offering at very moderate prices. Toothsome cheeses are in his store piled up in great variety, and busy maters and paters can have their pick from huge assortments of everything that goes to make up a very Merry Christmas,
MESSRS. CARLOWITZ & CO.
Advertisements. THE
EQUITABLE LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY. Strongest in the World. FIGURES SHOW IT
The
Assets on 31st December, 1900 over
£63,457,929
Surplus on 31st December, 1900 over
£13,778,577
Paid to Policyholders during 1900 over £5,409,533
THESE FICURES INDICATE THE STRENGTH OF THE EQUITABLE.
Every information can be obtained of
F. KIENE. Manager, Hongkong.
Geo. P. Lammert,
DUDDELL STREET,
R.
SUCCESSOR TO
LAMMERT.
[ESTABLISHED 1855.]
Many people are possessed with the idea Auctioneer, Valuer, Appraiser, Land and Estate
that the firm who sell the lowest priced articles, do the largest trade. In some few lines this is MESSRS. H. PRICE & CO. so, but when you come to manufactures sealed uplin bottles, excellence is the criterion, and very What is so cheering as a drink of good often the most expensive article is the cheapest. whiskey? With the feeling at the same time This is somewhat paradoxical, but nevertheless true. Messrs. C. & Co. make a bold bid for a that there is going to be no visit next morning from our "too often-present friends-Mr. R. high class trade and assuredly they have secured it Take their main brand of Cham», E. Morse and R. E. Gret. If you wish to be cheered, with none of those after effects,pagne for instance, where is to be found a a bottle, of Messrs. H. Price & Co.'s Club sounder wine than Heidsiek's Monopole !" Whiskey, or their F. O. S. is the medecine
Not a cheap wine "perhaps, but splendid value for money and always in first rate You are seeking. For the small sum of $12, a dozen battles of their Clubs brand can be condition. Again with beer, "Pabst takes a lot of heating and is a capital beer secured, and if one wants the very finest old
for the vendor, as well as the thirsty liqueur whiskey their F. O S. at $15. a dosen
because there is not a flat will satisfy the most critical. If by any chance purchaser,
or corked bottle in a case. Who does not know and apprecinte "Pschorr Murchen, a you make a fatal error and are tempted to try any other brand of whisky, Messrs. Price and Co. have provided for this contingency, and are the good black beer with a body in it to gladden the heart and make things in general look a little more rosy. The teetotaller is not forgot. agents for the celebrated Tan San Mineral water, which is efficacious for that "next morning' feeling. It is one of the purest natural mineral ten, as Messrs. C. & Co. are agents for "Appol. waters on the market and it is almost incredi Waters," and this mixed with a little 1. B. D. linaris" properly called "The Queen of Table- ble to hear of the number of bottles of this Whisky is equal to the "Necktie of the water that are consumed annually-something
Gods." To the careful imbiber their stock over 3,000,000. There, are agents and sub- agents, a list of whom would fill much more space than we can devote to it in these It is the king-of all mineral columns,
and the popular brand in the waters, Orient. To the connoisseur a trip to the establishment of Messrs, Price & Company is indeed a treat. Wines of the rarest, vintages of the oldest and finest are to be found there. Champagnes, from nothing a dozen with lithographed poster gratis, to Moet and Chandon, the best and choicest brand, an he purchased there. If you wish to stock your cellar we would advise an early visit to them, as prices will be advanced shortly on account of ex- change. In Manila, where they have a branch house, the reputation of this firm is second to none, Their stock is of such a variety that they enter successfully to tastes of all nations, from the Spanish Fidalgo with his native sherr'es, clarets, &c., to the opposite inclina tions of the Yanker for his peculiar whiskies and numerous brands of beer.
THE VICTORIA DISPENSARY.
"Sufficient for the day is the evil thereof" is an oft-quoted maxim, but with Christmas it is A wel! best to give a thought for the morrow, spread Teative board, to say nothing of the inevitable cup that, cheers, tends to have an unpleasant after effect which can only be relieved by a visit to the chemist. The Victoria Dispensary will put you right at once, and when making a trip to their premises a glance at their tempting stock of English, French, and American perfumes will ensure the purchasing of further presents.. They are an old established firm having catered in Christmas requisites since 1865.
مدد
Agent.
CORRESPONDENCE CONDUCTED IN
ENGLISH, GERMAN, FRENCH, ITALIAN, PORTUGUESE
AND CHINESE.
AUCTION SALES UNDERTAKEN AT SHORTEST NOTICE,
Valuation and Appraisements made of all Classes of Goods.
of hocks, moselles, and sparkling wines Facilities always given in
recommend themselves, as they are specially selected by experienced connoissieurs and shipped direct from where grown. Any in- formation can be obtained as to prices &c., by a dote to the firm, or better still by calling at their address, next to Butterfield & Swire's, Praya front,
DORABJEE NOWROJEE.
No Christinas is complete without its Christ- mas cake, and no cake is considered chainty un'ess properly baked at the Hongkong Bakery, in Des Voeux Road. Good old English Christ- mas bites, weighing from one pound to 20 lbs, of real sound quality, have been made-te say nothing of mincegies and other tahle treats.
FIRE SIGNALS ON SHORE, HONGKONG
1st-Quick alarm Bell for 5 minutes.i
the purchase of Land by way of mortgages, &c., at lowest available interest.
ALWAYS FOR SALE: · HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE, MILNER'S SAFES,
CURIOS,
Chinese and Japanese);
GENERAL MERCHANDISE.
Stroke for Eastern district, East of Murray Sole: Agents for
Barracks 2 Strokes, Central district from Murray Barracks to the Harbour Office. 3 Strokes, Western district,
MESSRS, W. SCHMIDT & 00.
How better to spend the Christmas vacation. than with gun and well-stocked pouch and a tramp over the paddy fields and hills in search of game? At this season of the year the walk is invigorating and the sport excellent. But to match out several miles and then find the gun. gone wrong or the cartridges damp and useless makes tompers bad and language worse. Before starting drop round to Messrs. W. Schmidt and Co., in Beaconsfield Arcade and see their sparting requisites and large stock of cartridges just lauded ex as, Glenesk. They will fit you up with everything required and ensure a jolly good sporting Christmas.
METROPOLE HOTEL.
THE MUTUAL STORE", After many vicissitudes this firm has made its way and now accupies a firm position in the opinion of the buying public of Hongkong. Their Xmas trade this year has been very satisfactory and yet they are not satisfied, so on Monday and Tuesday before Christmas Day they intend selling off every bit of the Under the management of Mr. Young his festive season's shipments. Purchasers on Hotel has become one of the popular, resorts
of Ho gkong. these two days will practically have matters in
pleasant evening their own hands as the management intend to it is a de ightful trip to take a rickshaw and clear out at some price or other all Toys Xmas ride along the picturesque Shap-ki-wan road to cards, Cadbury's Chocolates * &e, in addi.This Metropole." It is located in an ideal
to the regular nesortment that are on view, D'ont forget. all must be cleared,
establishment replete with every requirement for the mere man's wardrobe but, is a haunt for the would-be well-dressed man about town On every side is seen a carefully bought stock
·MESSRS, RITCHIE & 00.
gonds, the best English and American made boots.. Tress & Co. and Townend's hats, Although n of many year standing, this the latest thing in scarves and other neckwear.
A CHEE AND CO. firm has made up in energy and nesh what lenther putties, and leggings, underwear of all they lack in time. The consequence is they kinds inquit all seasons, in fact everything in the outfitting line that man could wish for. are kept busy all the time. They do not
There is promise of plenty in the world of beleive in waiting for orders to come to them Old residents and visitors during the course of Christmas presents this season. The fashion eo Mr. Ritchie is all the morning round and years have found that by going to Messrs. of sending tokens of greeting has revived in the About the ships and seldom comes back with C. & Co.'s and pay ng a fair price they secure past year or two, and has stimulated inventive out some good proof of his industry. Stocking an article that is good when it is new and nest in design and perfection that is a revela as they do nearly every requite for steamer or when after long service it is discarded' tion. Messrs. A Chee and Co., the well known
it is still A sailing ship they are quite preparece to
good article and during importers of European goods of all kinds, at ondertake any order from A needle
the wearing stamps the man as one who is 178 Queen's Road, have a wealth of novelties the proverbial anchor, and doing most of the shrewd enough to know that in the long run ranging from drawing room dainties to kitches work themself have no difficulty in competing the best is the cheapest. Owing to the posi requisites. Everything is new, and every de with their older rivals. We certainly advise tion of the store (under the Hongkong Hotel) sign has merit. Their photographic depart. anyone on the look out for ships stores, and less successful rivals fancy their large and menr is well stocked and amateurs or profes Avishing their vessels to be well found. to pay increasing business is solely due to this sionals can yer all they require in the way of visit to the store in Des Voeux Road for they fact, but it would be found that if even placed plates, papers, chemicals, films and other ac- will be satisfied with the gonds to be seen and in a back street their methods would be bound cessories. A visit to their premises, near the pleased with the prompt attention given to to send them to the front and their consistent Hongkong Hotel, would be well repaid, and every detail of the business by the head of the policy of stocking only the best of makes, friends would be highly delighted at the capital
would keep them there.
selection of presents you so kindly forwarded.
to
On a
spot and on a clear diy it is perfest enforment to sit in your easy chair with a perfecto between your lips and something cold and wet on the table within pasy reach, while Razing on a view that cannot be surpassed. A specialty is made of dinners and private supper, parties. with the best of wines and perfect service. All one has to do is to make one visit to this Hotel and unconsciously he drifts ont again the next evening and soon has the " Metropole habit."
NEAT,
They say that "the anti-foreign feeling in China is Increasing steadily.
Yes The Chinese are not so different from other people, are they?
Dibbs (facetiously)This is a picture of my wife's Grat husband. Tobbs-Great makes Whitbrainless looking idiot! But I didn't, know your wife was married before she met you. Dibbs.-She wasn't. This is a picture of myself at the age of 20..
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Philippines.
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MONOPOLE.
HEIDSIECK & CO.
MILWAUKEE BEER
is
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PABST
has made it so
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THE QUEEN
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WHISKY.
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HOCKS,
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HOFBRAU
GRATZER BEER
large stook of
MOSELLES,
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CARLOWITZ & CO.