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THE Officer Administering the Goverment has, with the approval of the Secretary of State for the Colonies, appointed Mr. J. H. Kemp, to be assistant secretary to the Sanitary Board, with effect on and from the 1st of January, 1904.
THE game of football, as now played, is nothing but legalised assault and battery and pre- meditated murder; athletes of the better class are giving it up. Th- abolition of football by Act of Parliament may yet have to be seriously considered.-Sydney Bulletin, ACCORDING to the Press of Odessa, the Com. mittes of the so-called Volunteer Fleet" intends to give orders for four new ocean-going Ministry of Marine. These new steamers are steamers to replace those sold lately to the to be of the same type as the Yekaterinoslar
In the days before histrionic talent and niuch opportunity to crystalliss itself in theatres, dramatic performances. He now see large many Christmas customs took the aspect of eaded pigmics and Chistmas fairies while
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FINANCIAL RETURNS, shuiness at $30: the new shares are steady Shan Shell Transports have declared an
The financial returns for the period, January stoOctober 31, 1903, are jublished inthe Ga was $3.807,437,63, as against $3.432,557.29 for seite. The actual revenue during the ten months the same period of the preceding year. To
this han to be added revenue derived from land
torkin dividend of one shilling per share for 1993, and on the strength of this nows the shares after sales at 12/6. Other stocks in stock has firmed, and there are inquiries for this section are unchanged at last week's quo-
tutions.
sitting at case if the pantomime; but, with our ancestors, the mummiers, who represented to sales, totaling $499,136 26 no against $73.342.27 Refineries.-China Sugars have cased off and
en a similir firm of amusement, strolled collected during the sare period of the precednia on offer at Stor times it is recorded-even invading the parishi enis in revenue was $831 097.06, and the only locally. Punjoms have fallen to St and Raubs from house to house, and street to street, some ing year. The Lutal increase under the various Mining. There is absolutely nothing delug church. Christmas time was one huge, decrease, miscellaneous receipts is $35.322-73 to 87 Chinese Engineering continue in de spectacular entertain ent, and the simpler the The expenditure for the ten months under review, mand in Shanghai at Tis 6. nation, the more noticeable a tendency to was $4,380,095.30 as against $4,854.451.56. The dramatise either the event which yesterday total increases amounted to $678,245.52 against identified with it. Even in these modern days, ings, of $1,152,601.78, including $49,164 25 celebrated, or some old custrim that has become which is a total decrease, under various head these old customs linger among the less Public Works, extraordinary, $629,900 28; mia Works, recurrent On the 31st October here was a total balance in hand of $373,418.25 $350,875.94 being in Hongkong and 521,542.31 with the Crown Agents.
and the Vladimir, and with the carrying captivilised nations. The mountaineers of Serviscellaneous services, and $24,265.c6, Public
acity of the Kamn. It has not been decided yet whether these new boats will be built in the shipbuilding yards at Nicolaieff, on the Black Sea, or in an English yard.
In order to avoid conflict of authority, Viceroy Tsen Chun-hsuan of Liang Kwang memori
appoint a Christmas guest, called a "Polaznik," whose duty is to approach the household this important turning, and anounce the birth of
Christle then scatie is corn about the floor while the housewife, responding, "Venly, He is born," fings a handful ia bis face; but what the symbolic meaning of this action may be is
TURF TOPICS.
Twelve subscription China pony griffins, being
3.5. Kwong Sang "yesterday, and were drawn for in the afternoon in the presence of a large
mess in Hongkong and Whampoa Docks re- Docks, Wharves and Godowns.-The weak
shares are now inquired for at $208, Farnhams corded in our last issue has disappeared and have not maintained their position and sales are reported from the North at Tls. 117 ex the in-
Kowloon Wharves are to be had at $97. Hong- terim dividend of Tha 5 paid on the 22nd instant. hew Wharves have been parted with in Shang-
hi at Tis. 215
Lands, Hotels and Buildings, Hongkong Lands have changed hands at $157 clo ing lized the Throne sometime ago asking that the explained. A lengthy dialogue is then the fourth batch from Shanghai, arrived per the advanced to Tis, 105 at which rate sales have with sellers at $157. Shanghai Lands have gone through, during which the "Polaznik” military command in Kwangsi be vested solely receives and gives numerous presents; cors- HONGKONG, SATURDAY, DEC. 26, 19037
been effected Hongkong Hotels bave again in Governor Ko Feng-shih of that Province:
found buyers at $148, Humphreys' Estate are As no reply was given by the Throne to his monies of a similar nature taking place during concourse of lucul sporting men. Among those are in strong demand at Sri, but there are no LOCAL AND GENERAL. application, the Viceroy again memorialized the day. In German villages for the "Poleznik" noliced were Sir Paul Chater, Major Radcliffe, shares coming out.
to the same effect and an edict has now been attired in white, with n gilt er pink belt. Du Messrs. Rutter, Macdonald, Clarke. Hari Liuck, THE Board of Trade returns for November issued granting hs request and appointing he is accompanied by a retainer unknown to
Kadoorie, Michael, Brutton, J. H. Lewis, and 2.25 show that imports have increased by £3.605.335 Fung-shih to take sole charge of the military English children certain Knight Rupert Colony by the German mail touking as fit as his partner, H. F. White, who arrived in the campaign in Kwangsi-Ex.
ever. The result of the drawing was as fol- lows
and exports decreased by £1,610,445:
'It is reported that the ss. Saladin, which has NOTE-Port, after removal, should be been dismasted, is to be towed to Penang by the $.s. Hyson. She will be used as a tobacco "hulk'in Penang.
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These Wines are specially suited for
THE name of Mr. Alfred Wright has been added to the list of authorised architects under section of the Public Health and Buildings Ordinance, 1903. –
THE Universal Gazette states that as war is inevitable between Russia and Japan, China. has definitely resolved to co-operate with Japan in opposing Russia.
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MR. John Roberts has again been playing Invalids and general use, and are too well billiards at Taiping. In a match against Mr
known to need further comment.
Cumming at the New Club, he won easily after conceding his opponent 750 in 1,000.
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CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES.
IN HONGKONG.
Though Christmas in Hongkong is not at tended with the same pleasures and familiar joys traditional to the Homeland, no evidence was wanting yesterday that the inhabitants of our Colony, both young and old, in all classes of the community, did their utmost to celebrate the occasion with the usual brio, feasting and general fellowship we are used to associate
with the Anglo-Saxon Yuletide. It would have been difficult, in this part of the world, to secure more propitious weather for the holl day, the weather being cool, bright and dry;
in consequence of which trippers to Macao, excursionists into the New Territory and the members of the numerous ́yachting, and picnic
a substituted our familar Father Christmas,
whose duty it is to carry the huge bag of toys for his master, and empty the contents ouL before the wondering children. A touch of solemnity is added to the ceremony by the fact that if the Father hears a bad account of the children from their parents, he leaves, in-. stead of playthings, a red, with strict injunc lions not to be sparing in its use. In Germany there is at the same time much more mirth and much more sentiniest about this festival than with us. On Christmas Eve the children offer their presents to their parents, while on the day itself the parents give theirs; the scenes, on both occasions, an on-looker has
observed, being very affecting. Quite by itself is a custom once known in ap Italian province, where, on this day of peace and good-will, the women were wont to drag all old bachelors
into the church and beat them well, as a res minder to marry before next Christmas.
Like many other adjunts of this season, the
Nos. 56 and 57-J. II. Lewis. Made good running at Shanghai, and are regarded as the best of the batch on time trials.
No. 58-W. E. Gray, 59-E: Kadoorie. 60-J. H. Lewis. 61-Major Radcliffe. The slowest pony on trial, but a fine looking animal, and a thorough racer. 62-Mejor Radcliffe, 63-Macdonald,
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China Providents have
Cotton Mills, Ewos can be obtained at Tls. 34ex the dividend of Tis, 4 paid in Shanghai cin the 2and instant Quotations for the other Mills are unaltered. •
Cigar Companies.-Sumatras have been. boked at Tis: 52.
Miscellaneous-Green Island Cements have changed hands at Sz5. China Borneos are wanted at 59. A: 8. Watsons can be placed at $14 Geo. Fenwicks have been done at the further enhanced rate of $49, and are still inquired for. William Powells have buyers at $9. We make Tramways $300 ex the dividend of $20 duc to-day. Owing to forced sales for the settlement in Shanghai, Langkats have suffered a decline in value, and transactions at Tk. 305 have taken place.
Messra, Erich Georg & Co. write, under date, 24th inst.:-
Owing to the Christmas holidays, our circular is issued to-day; instead of on Saturday. Sinca the issue of our last circular only a moderate- business has been transacted, and rates have not undergone any very material change, stocks, notably Bank shares. The sterling demand rate on London is 18, 8 9/16, while Tis. 71+ for a T/T, and Tls. 711 for three days the rates on Shanghai are unchanged, viz,
IL.E. THE Officer Administering the Govern. parties had a most enjoyable day. In Hong-Christmas tree, though associated with Ger Derby griffins and other crack ponies, includ although the political outlook lias effécted some
kong itself the festive season was kept up with many, is a relic of Paganism, having been first all the enthusiasm that it merits. The ships in known in Egypt. A palm tree was used by
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the harbour were dressed and carried at their
this nation at the time of the winter solstice to
mast-heads and yard-arms bunches of verdure symbolise the completed year, as this plant that did duty for the absent holly and misletoe. puts forth a branch every month, and by the The hotels, police-stations, barracks and the time mentioned the branches would number from an early hour, the evident good humour and ceremonies, less observed in. England now Civil Hospital put on their Christmas garb, and, twelve. The Yule log had also its peculiar gaiety of all Hongkongites, one chanced to ineet, than formerly, and for obvious reasons com gave proof that the European portion of the pletely omitted from a Hongkong Christmas population had woke up with the intcation of festival. In some places the log really.com- keeping Christmas in the good old style.sisted of two small oak trees, which were covered with silk ribbons, flowers, etc. A Members of the police force met at No. 7 Po-brand of the log was always kept in the lice Station last night to hold the annual dance. bouse till next Christmas, and was supposed to The ball-room was lavishly decorated with flags protect the house against fire, though it was and appropriate mottoes, and tastefully festoon-noticed that even the most superstitious house An article by Lord Hindlip has appeared ined with feras and flowers. The exterior of the wife gave her chimney a good cleaning some ball-room and the drill-ground was bedecked three diys previous to the ceremony, to guard Century dwells on
A COLLISION has taken place between the Greek steamers Assos and Pyloros at Athaca The bows of the Pyforos containing the second class cabin were crushed in and flooded and fifty passengers were killed and drowned,
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THE POLICE DANCE.
Eight animals, expected by the next boat, will complete the lot of ponies from Shanghai, The Kwang Sang also brought a number of ing three Derby griffins for Mr. Mody; two for Mr. Kadoorie; one for Ewos, also the famous J. H. Lewis, together with his old ponies racers, Set, Polka, Rajak; one Derby for Mr Muscatel and Starling, and others in charge of the trainer, Mr. Currum; and one Darby pony for Mr. Simpson..
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Bank Shares. A few Hongkong and Shang- hais sold at $570, but there are sellers now at $655, while the London quotation has dropped to £63. Nationals have improved to $31 buyers.
Marine Insurance Shares-Unions are still on offer at $490, while China Traders ha
havo fallen to $56. Other stocks under this heading unchanged.
Sir--Persons frequenting Happy Valley, must have noted with satisfaction, the various Fire Insurance Shares.-Hongkong's are on modifications being carried out on the Race offer at $310. China's have been done at $93, Course. Work is now in progress in front of and a small lot can be placed now at Spoj ; a the grand stand, where the water course is sale at $93 per 31st March next has been put
& CO., the Vindenth Continy whithin, and or the with strings of Chinese lanterns, which, as they, igainst the leaping of their Christmas flames. being concreted and bricked in, and I fel sure throughing Sharas-Hongkong, Canton and
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western and southern Somalilaud, point to the existence of extensive and copious anesian systems at a depth varying from a hundred, to a thousand feet. Also to a subterranean supply along dry wadys at a depth of thirty to a hundred feet.
THE King has not been advised to exercise his power of disallowance with respect to Ordin ance No. 16 of 1993, repealing the Water-works Consolidation Ordinance, 1902, and providing for and regulating the water supply in Hong kong, and for the maintenance and repair of the works in connection therewith.
GUN practice will take place from Stonecutters Island (West and East Batteries) in a south- westerly direction at ranges from 600-to 4,000 yards, on the 1st of January, 1904. If the weather is unfavourable on this date, practice will take place on the 2nd of January, Practice will commence at 9 a.m. and end about ria.m., if the range is clear.
THE Tung Wen Hu Po learns that recently, there was a fight between the Government troops and the Kuangsi rébels numbering over PHOTOGRAPHIC three hundred. On the 3rd of this Mom the
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city gate of Liu-Chou was closed, and a DEVELOPING and PRINTING
thorough search was made for rebels, resulting in the capture of about a hundred, and on the next day these were decapitated."
THE Tung Wen Hu Pao hears that recently the gentry class of Klangsi held a meeting amongst themselves to discuss methods of pro- cedure regarding the mining affairs of that province, During that meeting a resolution was passed, and this resolution was eventually sent in to Governer Bya who promptly took up the matter in hand intending to memorialize the Throne on the subject.
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the charm of the scene. About two hundred members of the larce and their friends attended, and joviality was the order of the evening.
· Inside the ball-room numerous were the dancers that held the floor, while votaries of the green cloth found distraction in the card room. Features of the evening were a Strathspray and Real, Miss Drumond, of Perth, and Reel of Tulloch by Mr. J. Sinclair. In one of the rooms below, an excellent supper was provided and most beartily appreciated by all. The arrange. ments were in the hands of a committee com- posed of the following:-Chief Inspector Bakes, President; Chief Detective Inspector Hanson, Chairman; Inspector P. McNab, Vice-Presi dent; Lance Sergeant Lee, Sergeant Floyd; Sergeant Hill, Police Constables Pitt, White, 'Cooper, and Last. The dance programme was entrusted to Police Sergeant Grant, who is to be congratulated on the excel lent manner in which he fulfilled his duties as Master of Ceremonies. Great praise is due to the Hon. Secretary, Sergeant McDonald, who, with Inspector McNab, worked hard to ensure the enjoyment of all present, the success of their efforts being evident in the complete success of
the function.
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the animals for the races would greatly appre- on the house if the Yule log white burning was approached by a person that squinted or was ciate any steps which would hasten the com- bare-fooled-the latter hardly being a likely pletion of this much-needed improvement. contingency in the depth of winter. A woman At present considerable inconvenience is occa who was flat-footed was also never allowed stoned by reason of the various materials lying to approach flames as sacred almost as those about in all directions, and if the authorities of Vesta. In Burgundy the children find their could be induced to provide additional labour, gifts, not in their stocking as with us, but at and arrange for the contractors working over each end of the log, which they fancy graws time, so that the improvements may be carried these playthings as a kind of magic fruit. out with greater expedition, the many ladies Shakespere states that at this season of the and gentlemen who are in the babit of watch- year, "No spirit dare stir abroad," but the Swe-ing the training--the most interesting part of dish peasantry hold a different opinion, for on Christmas Eve they fancy that witches have ciate the effort.Yours, etc.
the racing season-would undoubtedly appre more power than usual, and therefore remain indoors all that night. In case the hens might he affected by the malign influence, and refuse to lay, they are careful to put a little straw, into their nests. A prettier superstition, once universal, is to the effect that for one hour after midnight on Christmas Eve, animals are gifted with reason and speech, while an ancient belief existe that on this day lost. couls ceased to suffers, and enjoyed a few hours' respite from their pains.
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Something of the old earth worship common to Pagan nations is to be found even nowadays in the Christmas rites of some English counties. la Devonshire hot cakes and cider are offered as a sacrifice to the chief apple-tree, as a hint As usual, our sailors and soldiers were to thee it to bear good fruit in the oncoming year, fore in their rejoicings. High juuketings took pistols being let off and songs sung as an additional reminder. In other districts spiced place on board the men-of-war in the harbour ale is sprinkled on some of the fields, while in and the lower-deck was feasted in high style. Hampshire something of the same ceremony is Jack drank to the health and success of his gone through, to the accompaniment of rough officers, who came down to his quarters and thymes. At the Naval Yard, the quarters of the Yard in return, toasted the "man behind the gun.' Police were elaborately adorned with bunting,
and every preparation was made by its occu. pants to have a "right good time." At Rear-Admiral and Mrs. Robinson, Commander and Mrs. Dawes and other officials visited the men. The Chief of the Station expressed his satisfaction at the excellent manner, in: which they bad served under his orders, com plimented them on the tasteful decorations displayed and drank to their health, success. and well being. The members of the corps then sat down to an excellent spread and a most enjoyable afternoon was spent.
"Apples and pears and tight good com Come in plenty to everyone; - Eat and driak good caka and hot ale, Give Earth to drink she'll not fail" in Marmion, Sir Walter Scott gives a plea sing picture of an old-time Christmas, when the describes how,
"The great hall table's oaken face, Scrubbed till it shone the day to grace, Bore then upon its masive boardga No mark to part the squire and lord."
Temporary equality between servant and master was a feature of old Christmases, and sometimes led to considerable licence in the festival week. A similar custom was observed during the Roman Sattrealia, from which mony of our Christmas cuánta are defived. "A Nor was the Army behind in keeping up the relic of this old freedom is said to exist in spirit of our English Xmas, and in the barracks Cheshire, where the farmen are put to much of a 1 the corps in garrison the non-commis, convenience, because their servants go off in stoned officers and men feasted and feled their duties fill New Years Day. The interval a body on Christmas Eve, not returning to The traditional visits were paid to the different they spend in merry making in the city, putting messes by the officers and toasts were exchang up at an fan at night. This custom is naturally ed. No untoward incident marred the general regarded with aversion by the housewives good feeling prevalent du fg the day and with the longong servant has improved civilian, Jack and Tommie alike Christmas in according to his own sweet will and fancy, and upon it, for he goes off holiday making Hongkong was a rattling good time
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CHARIOTEER Hongkong, 26th December, 1903.
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Shanghai advices, dated 19th inst report business done:-Shanghai and Hongkew Wharf shares at The 217) for March. Fatnham, Boyds at Tls. 127/127 for Decom ber, and Tis, 128 for March, Pulps at Tis: 110. Langkats at Tls. 315 cash, Tls: 315 for De cember, and Tis, 330 for March...
WEEKLY SHARE REPORTS, In their report, dated 24th inst. Messrs. Benjamin, Kelly and Pottt, write
Tomorrow being Christmas Day, we are issuing our circular one day earlier than usual During the period under notice, transactions put through have been few and far between and call for no special comment, beyond the fac that Langkats and Farnhams have weakened in hanghai, probably owing to the approaching settlement there which is reported to be a heavy one. We take the opportunity of wish- ing our constituents, one and all, a very Happy Xmas.
Banks-Hongkong and Shanghai Fanks are weaker, no doubt due to the critical state of political affairs in the North, and we make the closing quotation $665. The sterling price in Iondon has further declined to 63 Nationals have appreciated and are in request
PPRT al $31.0
Marine Insurances.Unions have been fixed at 5400 and more shares are offering, otherwise there is no business to report in stocks under this head,
Fie, Insurances-Hongkong. Fires keep steady at $310, while China Fires have risen to $gont which rate shares are in demand.
Shipping Steamboats have been disposed of at Sia and Pangkong, Canton and Macao
close at $31
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Macao Steamboat shares changed hands in small lots at $334 to $319, and a few shares. are for sale at $31į lodo-China's, after ad- vancing to 577, with a rise in the North to Tls. 56, have gone back to $76, the latest quotation from the North being Tis, 541. China and Manila's have sellers at $18, and Douglases are offering at $30. Star Ferries sold at $30 för Transports sold at 22s. 6d. to 230. closing with old, while new shares are quoted $19. Shall sellers at latter rate.
Refineries-China Sugars have been done at $105, $104, Sto3 and $104, closing with sellers at Sros. Luzons unchanged.
Mining Shares-Unchanged...
Hocks, Whatves, and Godowns-Hongkong and Whampoa Dock Company shares sold at $104 to $207, and shares could probably be placed now 3209. Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Co. shares improved to $98, but this rise was not maintained, and the market closes with sellers at $97. Amoy Docks north and the closing quotation is Belleis at. are unchanged. Fambams are weaker in the Tis-117) ex the interim dividend of Tle, 5 per share paid on 22nd instant. Shanghai and Hongkew Wharves have receded to Tis. 215.
Land Investment and Agency Co, shares, after Lands, Hotels, and Buildings-Hongkong improving to sales at $158, are on the market at $157. Kowloon Landa unchanged, and so are West Points. Hongkong. Hotels have been Humphreys have buyers at $11. fixed at $148, closing with sellers at that rate,
Ewo Cotton Spinning and Weaving Company Cotton Mills.Unchanged in values. The paid the dividend of Tis. 4 per share on 22nd instant, which accounts for the drop in the vale to Ts. 33.
Miscellaneous-Green Islands sold at $z44 and $25, and have sellers at litter rate. China Bomeos have improved to bayers at $31, Watsons sold and are wanted at $143 Fen wicks fetched $49, and at that fure, there are divide sways are quoted $300 ex, the dividend of $20 per share paid to-day, China Providents bave been fixed at $9Langkats, after sales at Tls, 312h cash and Tis. 3271 per 30th April, are weaker in the north and quoted Tl6305
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MAILS, DUE," Australian (Taiyuan) to-morrow. Indian (Gregory Apcar) 29th inst. French (Polynesien) 30th inst Amencan Hongkong Maru):31st inst Canadian (Athenian) 5th prox American (China) Loth prox.
The O&O. 5. S. Co.'s 5,3. Gastic with mails, &c, is due here to-morrow at 8 am.
The NYK s.s. Kasuga Maru (Australian
The NEV. Ava Maru (Europe.n Line) left Manila for this port yesterday, and is expected to arrive here on 28th instry p
Line) left Singapore for this port on 24th inst., and is expected to arrive here ou goth inst.
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