Intimations.
A. Ș. WATSON & CO.,
LIMITED.
ESTABLISHED A.D). 1841.
CHEMISTS BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS EXCELLENCY THE -GOVERNOR.
THE
HONGKONG DISPENSARY
IMPORTANT NOTICE.
IN ADDITION TO THE
5 PER CENT. DISCOUNT
ALREADY ADVERTISED,
FURTHER
REDUCTIONS Have been made from this date IN THE PRICES of many of the following:
PATENT MEDICINES,
INFANTS' FOODS,
SOAPS,
PERFUMES.
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 241906
BIRTH.
YI Keun-tanik, an inflential Corean, Minister On the 18th February, at Shanghai, the wife of War, has been stabbed and is in a critical of H. VON RUCKER, of a daughter.
condition. His assessins are at large. " MARRIAGE.
On the 4th January, at Camden, South Carolina, U. S. A, ELIZABETH CAPERS ZEMP youn.est daughter of the late E. C. ZEMP, Esq., and the Rev. PALMER CLISBY UUHOSE, of the South Presbyterian Mission, Seochow.
DEATH.
AN Association football match was played on the Naval football ground at Happy Valley. yesterday between the West Kents and H.M.S.
goals.
On the 16th February, at Shanghai, THOMAS On the Hongkong Hockey Club ground yes, P. DE CAMPOS, aged 50 years.
terday a hockey match was played between the 129th Baluchi regiment and H.M.S. Sure. The Baluchis, who played a good game, won by four gaols to que,
heonghong Celegraph
HONGKONG, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 19:6.
SIR THOMAS JACKSON.
Of the many pleasing functions which have taken place in connection with the most prominent of the past citizens of Hong kong, the ceremony of the unveiling of the statue of Sir Thomas Jackson-which was gracefully performed by the. Governor, Sir Matthew Nathan this afternoon—takes pro- bably the chief position. Sir Thomas Jack son was not an Empire-builder in the sense of those two men to whom Sir. Matthew | inade reference in his speech to-day; but in his own particular sphere he is as great a figure in the service of his country as either Sir George Goldie or Sir Frank Swetten
ham. A record of 26 years' continuous service in the East, with but very short intermissions, is the proud achievement which Sir Thomas Jackson has to his credit in his connection with the growth and development of the Island. He
assumed control of the H. K, and S. Bank
in 1876. Hongkong of 1876 was not the Hongkong of the present day. had the notoriety of insalubrity, and if its citizens were no less hospitable than they are now, the shorus of the Island lad the reputation of inhospitality inasmuch as malaria, which tien prevailed to a yery large extent on the Island, carried away very many of its resident population. Thanks to the physical endurance of the man who accepted to control the destinies of the Hongkong and Shanghai - Bank just ten years after its incorporation, Sir Thomas A. S. WATSON & CO., lived through the long period that be
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resided in Hongkong without in any way having his physical or mental capabilities impaired. Thus he was able to shapen the destiny of the Bank, whose circumstances,
in the words of the chairman to day, were "somewhat humble," to one of considerable 134 strength on the eve of his departure from these shores in 1902. Through good and through bad mes Sir Thomas Jackson steered his craft with a steadfastness of pur- pose; and an unflinching determination to weather all storais, He has seen very many crises. He has seen the result of specula. tion in stocks and in land, and he has seen how the outcome adversely affected and sapped the vital economy of the Colony but at every stage in the affairs of Hong kong he was able to seize the flood which Jed the Corporation, for whose finances he was responsible; to fortunu upon the basis that it is established to-day-a basis which
GREGOR & CO.'S
IMPERIAL
HIGHLAND
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HONGKONG & SHANGHAI -
BANKING CORPORATION.
ANNUAL MEETING."
Mr. Jupp, and have much piped in moving the adomion of the reportant count. I feel I am only veicing the "fontitredy of air" shareholders; present in congratiäring--the directors," the Chief Manager and staff on the
SIR THOMAS JACKSON.
THE STATUR.
UNVEILING CEREMONY.
The statue of Sir Thomas Jackson, who for early three decades ruted the destinies of the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corpora- tion, was unveiled this afternoon, by His Ex- cellency Sir Maillow Natban. There was a great gathering of shareholders in the Corpora- tion and the general public at the ceremony.. The statue, which stands immediately in front" of the Bank, was cacircled with flage; in the centre was the flag of the Colony supported by Union Jacks, and the flag of the “ Way-foong," The flags of all nations were at the side, even the crescent and star being displayed. Thero was a railed-in area for those invited to attend the function. Punctually at a quarter to one His Excellency, accompanied by Capt. Arbuth not-Leslie, A.D.C., appeared in his chair, and mounted the rostrum which had been erected
The ordinary balf-yearly meeting of the share-splendid results they are again able to place holders in the Hongkong & Shanghai Banking for us The bonus of +5, of that's alaries SPEECH BY HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR, Hart. The soldiers defented the sailors by six Corporation was held at the City Hall, at noon;. Poted, to the staff, I am confident, meets with. to-day. for the purpose of receiving the repon the very hearty, approval of all shareholders. of the Court of Directors together with a state-pplause.) As regards the dividend and bonus ment of accounts to 31st December, 1905: proposed to be distributed, we hare gig.good There were present:-Mr. H. A. W. Slade reason to be pleased to see a gradual increase of returns to shareholders. We are all relieved, (in the chair), Mr. A. Haupt, Hon. Mr. C W. Dickson, Messis. B. Goetz, C. R. Lent-am sure, that the terrible war which raged H. Medhurst, F. Salinger, for eighteen months, to this part of the world man, C.
is now a thing of the past and that a rovival in Shellim, Hon. Mr. R. Shewan N. A. Siebs, (dacciors), J. R. M. Smith (chief manager), trade is beginning to be apparent, The strong Ho. Mr. Gershom Stewart, S. Hancock, J. position attained by the Bank hould hink, be a source of congratulation and pride nut C. eter, H. E. R. Hunter, C. W. May, H. N. Mady, N. J. Stabb, A. Forbes, C. J. Gonsalves only to its shareholders but to the whole Capt. Tiller, G. Murray Bain, Ho Fook, N. Colony. The Colony and Corporation have H. M. Nemazce, Dr. J. W. Noble, H. W. Fraser, Krown up together su to speak, and each has 1. A. Chinoy, A. G. Morriss, Wm. Lysaught, contributed to the growth of the other. (Ap J. R. Michaet, J. Grange, Capt. Goddard, plause.) I cannot I think do better, therefore, than conclude these few remarks with the A. R. Lowe, C. H. Rugge, A. Rodger, E. A.
'wish that they may long continuo to thriýk and Kadoorie, H. Wickham, W, 11. Purcell, J. A. Jupp, W. H. Giskell, Lo Cheung Shiu, Cheung Pui Kai, Ho Kom Tong, J. J. Leiria, C. H. Thompson, W. H. Patts, W. S. Jackson, Wong Leung Him, S. H. Michael, Ellis Kadoorie, D. Forbes, J. M. S. Alves, 11. Schroeter, S. A. Levy, A. V. Apcar, jas. "Orange, J. Barton, C. E. Anion, R. R. Hynd, W. H. Fraser, L Berindoague, F. A. Gomes, and B. Layton,
DURING the 24 hours ended noon to-day, four cases of pingue, all of which proved fatal, were reported in the Colony, all the victions, being Chinese. This brings list up to 28 cases since the beginning of the year. AMONG the new arrivals in the Colony, being passengers in thị P, and 0, 3.5. Delta, ore Lord Dynevor, and his son, the Honourable Walter Rice, who are making a general tour of of the Far East. They are at present guests at the King Edward Hotel
THE two kalian miners who were brought up yesterday at the Police Court for examination under the extradition law no a charge of mur der were committed to the Victoria Gaol, by Mr. F. A. Hazeland, pending the Governor's
order for their extradition to the Italian
authorities.
or other.
"
A TOKIO telegram, of 16th February, to the M. C. D. News says:-The second Municipal thumphal féle out place this afternoon in Hibiya Park, Previously 2,800 troops with
the command of Prince Kanin, from Uyenu to sixteen priz: guns want in procession. under Hibiya. Park. Generals Nozu, Nogi, Oku, and Kawamura were in the procession.
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Mr. Thompson moved the re-election of Messrs. H. A. W. Slade, E. Shellim, and E Goetz as directors of the corporation.
Mr. Rogge seconded..
The motion was unanimously adopted. Mr. S. Hancock moved the re-appointment uf Messrs. W. Hulton Palts-and-A.G, Wood as auditors,
Capt. Tillett seconded. Agreed.
deserving of the greatest praise for the able manner in which they have managed the enor mous funds entrusted to their care, and the results produced as shown in the accounts just submitted to, and pasted by you.. As each report is issued I always remark that I cannot infagine how on earthy they contain such a standard of excellence. But they do. I, there- fore, propose a vote of thanks to the Court, the able managers and staff generally. (Applause.)
The meeting then ended,,
Ho Fook, T. F. Hough, Hon. Dr. Ho Kai, H. Humphreys, W. G. Humphreys, H. U. Jeffries, Dr. G. P. Jordan, J.A. Jupą, E. S. Kadourik, J. T. Lauis, D. R. Law, B. Layton, A. R. Linton, W. Lysaught, J. R. Michnel, A. S. Milara, M.
urish to their mutual benegto the good immediately under the statue... Among those of us all, I have much pleasure in seconding present were:Messrs. H. A. W. Slade, A. the adoption of the report and accounts. (Ap. | Haupy Hon. Mr. C. W. Dickson, E. Goetz, C.. plause.)
R. Lenzmann, G. H. Medhurst, F. Salinger, Hon. Mr. R. Shewan, E. Shellion, N.A. Siebs (Directors), J. R. M. Smith (Chief Manager), Colonel Chater (of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders formerly stationed in Hong. kong, an old friend of Sir Thomas Jack. The Chairman said:-Genilemen,-The re- port which I have read on the half-year's work-
son's who happened to be passing through The Military Governor of Heilungkiang hasing of the Bank is no exception to the favour
the Colony); His Han. Sir Francis Piggott telegraphed to the Waiwupu that the Chinese ble statements your Directors have had the
Sir C Paul Chater, C.M.G, T. Arnald, G., Murray Bain, L. Berindongue, J. W. Bulles, Eastern Railway Company has forcibly par pleasure of laying before you for many years
Hon. Mr. A. W. Brewin, G. de Champeaux, chased a large parcel of ground from natives of
past, and I think there is no doubt it will meet
Dr. Noble said:-Gentlemen,-Before we
Hon. Mr. W. Chathamį, J. A. “Chinay, T. P. Urga, and it must be redeemed by some means
with your approval. I hope that the proposed advice, has begun to confer with the Russian
The Waiwupu, acting on the above distribution of profits will also prove satisfactory part, would like to ask you to join, with me Cochrane, Chan Tong, T. Christiani, W. A.
to you.
We recommend the addition of tea in a hearty vote of thanks to the Court of Di- Cruickshank, W. Danby, E. Ficyvogel, W. II. Minister on the matter.
lakhs of dollars to our Silver Reserve. In June rectors, the 'Chief Manager, mastgers and staff, Gaskell,. H. J. Gedge, E. Georg, A. Hancock, It we increased the Dividend from £1. 10. | all of whom have laboured diligently and faith. Hancock, F. A. Hazeland, E. A. Hewett, 115/- and I am glad to say that so far, re-fully on our behalf. They are each and all | sults have warranted that step. We are able again propose a dividend of £1. 15 and as a bonus of £1, making a 'd stribution of £4, 16 per share for the year. As regards the amount of the bonus, white circunistatices have again Lccu exceptionally favourable, I feel that 1 must repeat the caution uttered by my predecessor in the chair to the effeor that The Li, bonus should not be looked upon as a recurring certainty; more especially in view of the fact that we have since added iol; a year to the ordinary dividend. fiting that i should say at once ibại the thanks o' shareholders are due to our managers, agents and staff generally, and I am sure you will approve of our action in voting them a bonus of 15% on their salaries. (Applause) Turning to the balance sheet you will find that our note circulation stews an increase of thirty Lakhs of dollars compared with the figures on 30th June last, while silver current accounts i will be seen from the following statement son. S. II. Michael, D. Forbes, . M. 5. Alves, are some sixty lakhs of dollars less, reflecting courteously.supplied to representative of the H. Schraeter, S: A. Levy, A. V. Apcar, J. Bar- the usual demand for money at the end of the Hongkong Zele, riph by ; chief officer of the ton, C. E. Anton, R. R, Hynd, F. A. Gomes, yedt. The withdrawal of one of the leavessel, was after all somewhat less serious. H. fiercy, T. Uwen, W. H. Pots, A. Gub. funds, temporarily, lodged with us in Loudon,than was at first, belved, and the strand-
bay, C. H. Grace, Capt. W. E. Clarke, Ho Kom accounts for the decrease in gold current
ing-panionk, of the nature of a rate narrow accounts. Deposits in gold remain practically escape, as stated, having taken in all of the Taiwan Bunk), F. J. V. Jorge, E. Jones Tong, Lo Cheung Shui, B, A. Hale, Shigmaga unchange.', while silver deposits. show an in
her cargo and embarked her passengers iughes, S. A. Josephi, C. E. A. Beavis, R. crease of twenty lakhs. Outstandings under the the Charles Hardouin proceeded on. her tri-Mitchell, A. G. Gordon, D. E. Brown, C. D. heading of bills payable are twelve lakhs less weekly trip to Cunton, the weather at the time Wilkinson, A. Shelton Hooper, H. B. Uccins than six months ago. On the other side of the being fine and fairly clear. She left the wharf account you will see that we are in a very0.30 pm on Thursday and was going, with strong cash position. Coin lodged with the her, cogites a "slow down the harbour, Hongkong Government against excèss Note when at to pang or one, short hail hour after Issue has risen from 18,500,000 to $10,000,000, starting, the weather bickened and a heavy-tog
ur cash shows au increase of 30
descended, falling Jike a puriain between the end we have about it lakhs more bullion vessel and all surrounding objects. Lights and in hand and in transit. Three increases beacons becoming invisible the captain gave tre mainly accounted for by the expansion'în the order to go. dead slow tint then to stop our Note Issue already referred to, and by the
while the fog signat was kept going. At about preparations made for the usual requirements five minutes after the order "stop" had been
Government rupee paper, and consols, colonial"
The report of the Shanghai Land lavestment Co., Ed., whose paid up capital is 'Tis. 2,600,000, for 1995, shows a divisible balance, alter deducing the interim dividend of 6 per cent paid in July last, of Tis. 248,875. It is proposed to pay a final dividend of 6 per cent, making 12 per cent for the year, to put Tls. 40,680 to
reserve, and carry forward the balance, Tis. 52,195
PROGRAMME of music to be performed by the Band of the 2nd Batt, Royal West Kent Rest on the New Parade Ground, on Monday next, from 4.30 to 6 pm, :—
March...................." King Carton"
.Soura Ovetturel William Tell “............. Komini Valsty
old and Silver'
,i.ctur Selection from." The Flying Dutchinso ........ Wagner...
Lacomics Aubade Pontanicie Serennile.............
"Maqnlight
„Monet Selection Tom." The Venen of the Cuard "Sullivan God save the King.
Ar about hall past, ten last night Inspector Gauld, at the head of a porse of police, paid a surprise visit to a house in No. 3 Chan Tung Lane, Wanchaia dwelling house for ricksha coolies-and managed to capture thirteen me a who were indulging in a game of pai-kau, They were placed before Mr. Melbourne at the. Police Court this morning when the first and second defendants had to pay $25 and the re- mainder $2 each,
It is only
lakhs
· THÊ CHARLES HARDOUIN,"
BACK IN PORT.
Minami, E. W. Mitchell, i. N. Mody, A. G. Morris, G. C. Moxon, Dr. J. W. Noble, 1. Orange, Pabaney, H. Pinckney, G. W. F. Playfair, Han. Mr. H. E. Pullock, W. H. Potts, E. A. Ram, A. H. Rennie, E. W. Rutter, W. J. Saunders, M. W. Slade, Hon. Mr. T. Sercombe Smith, Dr. Harston, Hon. Mr. Gershom Stewart, M. Stewart, A. G. Stokes, 11. Suter, T. Takami- chi, Hon. Mr. A. M. Thomson, C.-H. Thomp- son, A. Tuiner, G: J. Veitch, F.Y. V. Verdon, J. Whita, His Hon. Mr. A. G. Wise, A. G. Wood, H. P. White, F. B, Deacon, M. S. Northcoter C. Peter, H. E. R. Hunter, C. W. May, N. Staub, A. Forbes, Capt. Fillett, N. M. El. Neinazce, 3. W. Fraser, Capt. Goddard, A. R. Lowe, C. H, Rogge, A, Rodger, W. LI, Wick- ham, W. H. Furcell, J. J. Leiria, W. S. Jack-
In our issue fast evening wagave the account. of the stranding of theas, Charles Handouts, which recorded the facts as linown up to the time of going to press now are enabled to give the full account of the accident, which
kirk, and others.
Mr. H. A. W. Slade, the chairinan, of 'direc 1018, said:-Your Excellency and gentlemen, -- By way of introduction to the ceremony which we are about to take part in, I will briedy te.
capitulate the circumstances which have led up
to it Sir Thomas Jackson took over the chief
when its fortunes were not very flourishing, managership of the Hongkong Bank in 1876
whed indeed the circumstances were somewhat
gives it the undoubted right to the title of COOLIE named Chan Ying related a very af trade at this period of the year. Indian given, and while the chief officer was prepating fuble, le laid down the burden in 1992,
being by far and away "the premier bank of | the East.". To Sir Thomas Jackson all this is due. To him the Hongkong and Shanghai Bank owes its name not merely as a finan- cial establishment for the carrying on of the exchange business of the Colony, but also as. a political factor, whose influence and power as intermediary the British Government and | Mr. C. A. D. Melbourne taught Viag a lesson the British public have not failed to realise or to utilise Sir Thomas Jackson lives in the memory of the past and present citizens of Hongkong. His name is immortalised in the beautiful replica that stands in front of the
which should be a lesson to others Fined $35, or one month's hard labour.
†
improbable story at the Police Court this mod. ing when charged with being in possession of
to let go the anchor, since to proceed further in and other securities, stand at $1,34437938 the blinding for was out of the question, a sud go catties of sandal-wood, alleged to have been stolen from a junk at Causeway Bay. Against $13.934.59964 on 30th June. Sterling den bulup was felt on the port bow immediately reserve fund investments remain unchanged. stranger came up to Ying in the street with the
Current exchange is now over 2, the rate as wood, sold it to him, and then ran away. The
which our gold reserve appears in the balance coolie's tale did not, hold, and as sandal- wood is being frequently stolen in that district sheet; but any difference on that account is more than counterbalanced by the price at which the sterling investments stand in our books as com pared with their market value. Bills receivable tre lower by about $2,001,000, and there is a similar reduction in bills discounted, loaus. and NEAR the Canton wharf this morning á free credits. The dollar totals shown in the balance fight took place, in which bahan carrying sheet, although higher than a year ago, are putes were much in evidence, and 'freely used. less than on 30th June; this, however, is ac-
indelibly associated, and the statue which of a gallon jat of meshui by a careless coolie price of silver and the consequent higher level Sir Matthew Nathan unveiled to-day, and who, rushing across the road, with his pole at of exchange. The confident expectation that WHISKY.with which the directors and the sharehold the "charge," sent the latter full tilt against revival of trade in the Far East would result ers of the Corporation have thought fit to the earthern jar, with the result that much good immediately upon the conclusion of peace between Japan and Russia, has not been perpetuate his memory on the scene of his hyuor was poured as an unwilling, or unintend abours for the best years of his life, willed, libation to some unknown deity, while the altogether fulfilled, but though more slowly carrier, with murder in his eye, gave chase to than was at first anticipated, yet surely the remain a landmark for as long as Hongkong the fleeing offender. Supporters on both sides signs of renewed activity appear. "With re- remains the important outpost of the British took a hand in the casuing maler, and the ference thore particularly to the region directly Empire that it is lo day.
murder in the eye of the owner of the lost sain-affected by the war, it is noteworthy that an si, might have materialized but for the time agreement has been arrived at between Japan ly arrival of a busly and breezy master mariner and China which, if interpreted in a wise and on the scent, who by his personality, aided by statesmanlike spirit, sliquid eventually secure
NOT ONE OF THE BEST,
BUT
THE BEST!
GREGOR &
Co.,
19, QUEEN'S ROAD CENTRAL.
Hongkong, 15th Junc, 1905.
leaving the institution proudly and, as we sink, Grily established as the premier Bank in the Far East. He was always the first to that these results were in a large mea laim the men who were associated with him in his sure due to the splendid services rendered by life's work; but they, on the other band; have always been ready to attribute them to bis able leadership. A born leader he was-every one who has known him on his serious side knows that but he was more than a leader. There are leaders who command admiration by the brilliancy of their intellectual achievements, but who otherwise fail to command 'our respect.
A successful B-nker must have more.
monumental building with which his name is The cause of all the trouble was the breaking counted for to a large extent by the rise in thing any water, and therefore in na danger, than intellect. He must have character. Char
LOCAL AND GENERAL,
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followed by another on the starboard bow and it was then found the the Charles Hardouin had run on the recks off Mauwan Island, Capsus-mun Pass, which were, at the then con duion of the tide, some few feet below the water. Anchors were-then dropped fo e and aft, and daylight waited for., In the morning, in response to signals, the tug hobert Cooke went to the scene and took off the stranded vessel's passengers, and after tugging the Churles fardouin of the rock-or, more correctly speaking as will be seen from the sequel, out of the rocks, and finding her not mak proceeded to take Pier and there dis charged the passengers. The officers of the Chatfer ffardouin then investigated the pasi tion in which the vessel had struck, when it was found she had had a most marvellous escape, for instead of going on a rock the lucky Jackson had bib combined, and when he left Your Excellency, and gentlemen, Sir Thomas vessel had but paked her nose between two rocks, which formed a soft of natural cofa the Colony, although happily still to be con dam, the only damage sustained being a dent accted with us as Chairman of our London in one or two of the plates on both bows, well Committee, the shareholders of the Bank forward. Finding the vessel was making no water, the taptain refused all assistance from monument should be erected to remind those decided that it was only fiting that some the feet of launches which, flew around, and the Charles ardusinseturned to her wharf who shall come after us of the man and of bie under her own steam, arriving there at 7 o'clock work. They decided that it should take the in order to lighten her, as it was deemed ad last evening, Hercargo was at once discharged, form of a statue, to by set up in the vicinity of
acter has more to do with successful banking even than brilliant intellectu, gilts; for, after all, the great thing is-10-inspire confidence.
| stentorian tones, put the whole fighting outfit for all the great commercial' nalions interested visable, under the circumstances,. to put the the Head Office, so that it might come to bo
elsewhere was not ascertainable.
A SUPPLEMENT Recompanies this issue, conto rout. Whether the battle was continued the obvious benefit of the maintenance of the taining Resler's Telegrams, a report of the Green Island Cement Company's meeting, and some matters of general interest.
'delievered in ́London on the 23rd instant.
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The Boston Christian Herald contributes $10,000 gold to the Japanese Famine Fund.
CAPTAIN C. E. Kitson, and Royal West Kent Rogimont, arrived per ́s.5. Dotty on 23rd in stant for duty.
vessel into dry dock, and this was done this regarded as part and parcel of, and be per. morning, in order to ascertain the extent of the manently identified will, the institution in the dents, and to see whether it would be necessary building of which he, for so long, took the to remove any of the plates for the purpose of 10-ralling. Whether or not this would be necesleading, part. Gentlemen, H. E. Sir Matthew Nathan bas, kindly consented to unveil the say could not be ascertained, as at the time of going to press the docking was not completed, statue, and it now on behalf of all the share- and her bottom could not be seen.
SHIPPING AND MAILS,
open door in Manchuria and equal trading opportunities for all thus realising the aim A NEW society which premises to have a large which has been so steadily advocated from this membership and to have some interesting chait for many years. We must not forget THE English mail of the 27th January was gatherings is, the N. C. D. News learns, about that it takes considerab'e time to move large to be launched in Shanghai. It is to be called bodies of troops, and this operation has involv. the Portuguese Amateur Society of Arts and led the requisitioning of all available means of Crafts, and a preliminary meeting was called inland transport, preventing the free distribution for the 18th inst. at the Club União, Mr. C. E of merchandise to the various markets in L. Ozerio, the promoter, will explain his ideas Manchuria. Notwithstanding these difficulties, in connection with the matter and resolutions however, a considerable business has beco instituting the Association will be proposed, done, and there seems every reason tọ. A provisional committee has already been form- expect that, on the opening of the Northern ed consisting of Messrs. A. F.-L... Barradas, E. ports and with transport available through. S. Cameiro, P. M. A. de Graca, F. M. Guedes, out the country, we shall see a "greater | L. M. Guttierez, J. M. Marques, E. T. Mution demand for foreign manufactures, and the and C. EL. Ozorio. It will be suggested that opening of new and more extended markets in an exhibition be held in May at the Town Hall this large and "idiportant province, Geotle- of all kinds of artistic and decorative work. men, the Bank continues to improve its position;&O, 5. N. Co.'s . Socotra left while the Society will hold regular meetings, we have made a good start for the present half Sappie for bla bort on 23rd. inst, at 8 am
The 0. 5. S. Co. & C. M. 5. N. £6% 44 and outings for those who are photographers, year and I think you may safely look forward Agamo left Slogapore to day, and is due to practise and exhibit their work.
with confidence to the futuro. (Applause.)
here on tat prox
Owing to pressure on our space the weekly share report and the fortnightly yarn market report, are unavoidably held over.
It is reported that Russia contemplates retain
ing her army in Manchuria on the ground that China is being encouraged by Japan to prepais 136-1 || for war with Russia.
MAILS DUE. Auztican (Siberia) 25th inst. Indian (& uffang zoik inst. Franch (Longsor) 26th inst. German (Zieleń) 27th inst. "Australian ("Changška) and prox. -American (Amrita Maru) 2nd prox.
Gorman (Bayern) 3rd pros, - Geran (Prinx Waldemar) tolb prox.” Chunadian (Zmptess of China) 13ili proxi
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holders have the honour of asking him to per form the ceremony. (Loud Applause.) * His Excellency said :~Mr. Slade and gentle. men-In the three months that I spent in Engi land in 1904 between my retorn from the Gold Coast and my departure for Hongkong, 1 had the good fortune to make the acquaintance of three men whose powers of mind,' strength of character, and attractiveness of personality far transcended those which fall to the common fot. And I recognised in these three men thé type that had maintained, during the last quar ter of the ninetcosth century, the greatness of the British Empire ontside the metropolitan country, The first of the three was Sir George Dashwood Taubman Goldie, who, while guld.. ing the affairs of the Royal Niger Comptcy,