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Viceroy Chang Jen-chun.
A VISIT TO "MARBLE HALL"
SIR FAUZ. CHATER DUBBED
""PORCELAIN KINO,"
A FELICITOUS APPELLATION.
bas instructed Tantai Ching to purina as co- thusiastic canvas amongst the gentry and peo ple in Canton for subscriptions. Viceroy Chang believes that, in the end, a further sum of about: $350,and may be forthcoming from Cantra and neighbouring districts, inclusive, of course, of the $100,000 guaranteed to Sir. Frederick Lugard by H. E. Cheung Pal-sze, It is hoped that sympathy from the new Viceroy, H. E. Yuan Shu-fuo, may be enlisted for the scheme, the more so, ag a sɔn aud† a daughter of Hà E...Yugi have been, educated in Europe. It is presumed, there fore, that in His Excellency will be found an enthusiastic advocate of Western learning.
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We have received for publication the follow. ing further papers in connection with, the Hongkong Un versity schema:— 5
The committee referred to in the memoran dum entitled Hongkong University dated Ja- musty, 1959, was appointed in that month and consists of the following gentlemen:-
Chairman. The Governor. Members. The Bishop of Victoria, the Colonial Secretary, the Colonial 1 reasurer, the Director of Public Works, the Registrar General, Hon, Sir O. P. Chater, Mr. Mody, the Director of Education, Hop, Dr. Ho Kai, Hon. Mr. Wei Yuk, Mr. Lau Chi Pak, and Mr. Clementi.
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"The chairman irformed the committén ihat Mr. Mady 'batic amated, to keep his offer | By opan till the end of the year. This be bad done some time ago but haḍ, desired that the incr should not be known in order to stimulate subscribers.
Viceroy of Cantón.
200,000
Mostra, I. Swite and Son £30,000; Talkoo Suger Refin ing Co., $5,000; Ocean Sterm) 453,440* ship Company £5,000; at 1/9] (rate of exchangeustdate of gift); } Mr. Stokos...conqui servimai dingen
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550
$1,029,745
F. D. LUGARD, Governor and Chairman of Committee July 23rd, 1909.
ANNEXE I
Downing Street, 27th April, 1909.
Replies to the Governor's letters have also been received from Hia Excellency the Gor- arnor of Macao (7th April, 1909) promising every assistance in his power, and from Hit Excellency the Governor of the Straits Settle, meats (24th February, 1909) warmly approving the scheme and offering any assistance. In [Letter from Becretary of State for the Colonies.]. consequence of trade depression it was now, he said, a bad time for an appeal, but Inter on the Chinesein the Straits hopa'to give effactual assistance. His Excellency the Viceroy of fadin regretted the inability of the lodian Government to contribute. The chairman, Shanghal Municipal Council, warmly approved the scheme and said he would reply later ro garding contributions. (9th February, 1909).
To the numerous appellatious which Sir Paul Chater, C.M.G, bas from time to time received, All adequately expressive of the originality and fertility of mind of one of Hongkong's most prosperous citizens,"must be "added
A PRICELESS COLLECTION OF CHINA, the latest which the quick-witted and ve After refreshments Sir Paul himself Tank teran di Viceroy of Canton has not beep the entire party in hand and led them from slow to coin as he moved out of the stately corridor to ball, and from ball to ball op the drawing-room of Sir Paul at "Marble Hall" stately marble staircase to the first floor. The this morning and requested Commissioner Mr. passage through there grand apartments recalled Hareis to thank the "Chu-hi Tai Wang" for to mind the Indian Taj so fittingly describ- ike hospitality which the Viceroy and his comed as a dream la maible. Withio Hangkok's
The Chinese members,rubmitted the names
- 6th Meeting-July 7th... pary bad just enjoyed at the hands of their
darrow confines representatives of China's of about to leading Chinese geartemon The discussion (begun, at the last meeting) bost The translation of the sombriquet is afficialdom were brought to an intimate; ac. (since increased by the additi in of some others) as to whether the sublecta to be included in "Prcelain King." Its appropriatsoess is at quaintancew.theartistic blending of the pricestu act as a sub-commiter for the purpose of the Arts Catrin should be in say way indicated once apparent, and it must have suggested less gems of the East with the est, and to raising funds under the chairman hip of Dr. in the resolution was continued, and it was itself to the observant Chinese official after day's visit-like yesterday's but of a different Ho Kai, C.M.G. This sub-committen has since decided that with the exception of a statement the pleasure of the inspection be and his staff kind to Quarry Bayforded the Chinese held weekly meetings, and submitted various that facilities would be afforded to Chinese to enjoyed of the exquisite collection of old
visitors a veritable class of instruction, proposals which have been considered by the|learn the language and literature of China, no china Treasured within the hospitable walls of Long before Sir Paul had fished with the commitee They also made a very careful attempt should at the present time be made to CHAM-Hongkong's most prominent citizen. As to priceless porcelain on the shelves and stands translation of the Governor's appeal into Chio define the scope of an Arts Degree, Dr. So tbe vicerega! visit to Sir Paul's privats reTo the fist room, Taola Wop and Tautai ede and printed 10,000 copies at their own Kai observed that, if beroafter any body of sidence 10-day we will shortly present a full Pun, both old collectors and capable judges, expecse for circulation. They formed corres persoas interested in any branch of learning report of the historic call,-meanwhile a slight gave real to feelings of genuine admiration poading committees for raising foods outside whatsoever, should desire to establish a Chair digression will be permitted to preserve the at the choice, beauty and rarity of the collec- the Colony. connected chain of narrative of His Excellency's tion on which their expert eyes dwelt
for the teaching of that subject, be imagined that the University would be glad to accept brief stay, in Hongkong en routs, for the vicere and feasted. There were Kang-bi's in a com
the funds and to establish the Chair, but he gal seat at Nanking.
bination of five colours and of a design on which
thought it would be premature and likely to only specialists can set a value but which even
land to misconception if such special branchés the layman can wonderingly, admire. The
of an Aria Course were specified now. chinas of the Mings and the Kien-lungs are also thoroughly representative of the Empire's
The chairman said he thought it was of im-
ancient, lost art. But the predominating features
2nd Meeting-March 5th.
portance to emphasise the fact, that in a Uni- of the collection are certainly five pairs of brought forward by the sub-committee.
The commitce discussed certain points versity there was no compulsion whatever for a student to take up any course whica he Kang-hi vases standing about thirty inches high.statement was made with the approval of the did not desire to study. So ao Arts Course On a jet black ground the floral design, with committee regarding the Chinese represent there would doubtless be alternative subjects, its wealth of colours and artistic blending ation on the Governing Body: this has since This he imagined was not fully appreciated by bespeak of the civilization China can claim bo. been rescinded and replaced by Resolation of Chiness, subscribers outside the Colony. A fore which our own pales' foto insignifi-
resolution was then passed to the effect that cance Viceroy Chang-stared, handled-and 18th June, 1909. (See resolution. No. 6.) admired long and lovingly the rare picces students should not exceed $300 per annum-Arts Course (see resolution No. 1). It was it was resolved that the fees charged to the third chair to be established should be an of bin country's art before him. It was coough maintenance, being about the same. to make any beart proud, and Viceroy Chang's must have trobbed in ecstasy when his expert porcelain judges confirmed that the Kang-hi's were veritable priceless gems. They had not seen the like of them before fa all China. A price of 10,000 is set on each pair. The visitor stood within a sanctum sanctorum when he realises that the collective prica of but ten pieces of china was nothing less than £50,000,
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After the reception at the Chinese Club last evening, the Viceroy and party moved to Glenealy," the residence of H.E. Kao Erh Chien, Special Macao Delimitation Commis sioner, where His Excellency and suite spent the evening.
At an early hour to-day there were numerour callers at "Glebeaty."—all Chinese gentlemen REFRESHING. bent on paying their respects to the high offi: cial. Soon after ten o'clock Sir Frederick Lo gard accompanied by Capt. P. H. M. Taylor L.D.C. and Capt. Simson, Private Secretary called on H.E. Chang Jen-chun os a return visit. The Governor left after a few minutes conversation with His Excellency,
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MR. MODY'S ACQUAINTANCE FORMED.. Impelled by common sympathies for the ad vancement of the University scheme, for which Sir Frederick Lugard has stood sponsor, Viceroy Chang, who takes a deep and abiding interest webe project, manifested a great desire to be ceme personally acquainted with Mr. H. N. Wody, the gentleman by whose munificence the cheme has become practicable. As stated
A visiter jokingly remarked to a Chiotic yesterday, Mr. Mody's health did not permit of official if he did not feel templed to carry his acceptance of Sir Frederick Lugard's invia pait away to Caston, when that gentlemat tation to meet the Viceroy at the official fun cheon yesterday. Arrangement was according lý made with Sir Paul Chater for the formal io-
CO..roduction to be made at his residence to-day
HONGKONG and KOWLOON
Hougtong 15th July, 1909,
with quick wit facetiously retorted: "Yes, if Dr. Ho Kai will defend me at my trial."
From large, things, as Sir Paul said, he led his guests to see some smaller pieces of Shortly after cleven o'clock in the forenoon china. One in the shape of the ideograph the Viceroy proceeded by chair to Conduit "Sad "Longevity," Taotai Pan remarked he Road, Accompanying him was a large party would be an eager bayer at Tis. 3,000, and so of Chinese officials, including Admiral Liba, the gems were also spoken of as worth Chun, Prefect such Yung-nien, Viceroy's thousands. The collection of jade was also secretary, Commodore Lin, a member of Ad seen, the tour completing with an examination miral Li's suite, Sub-Prefect. Wong Ming of the bibliography of China's purcelain includ. Viceroy's secretary, Expectant Magistrate Wen ing Dr. Busbell's rare so-guiaca volume,
hib-chen, Viceroy's secretary, Capt.
The party were fully an hour and a ball in several others. Mr. A. V. Harris, Commissioner refreshments, photographs of the entire group were laken. The Viceroy was seated and sup porting His Excellency was Commissioner Harris on the right and Sir Paul Chater op left, Mr. H. N. Mody being to the right of Mr. Harris,
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ast Meeting. February 15th. The committee met for the first time ob February 15th wh ́n a'large number of the Chinese sub-committee were present, and the Governor addressed them. There was no other business done. ~
It was guaranteed that, if the schema did aar fructify, subscriptions should be returned. A statement was made in the effect that the standard of degrees would be equal to that of an English University,
3rd Meeting.-March 61b, A resolution was passed graptioġ to subscrib. ces of $500 and upwards certain privileges in proportion to the magnitude of the sub scription, with a view to holding out induce niets for subscribers. (See resolution No. 9.)
4th Meeting-April 21st, The chairman stated that "Any decision taken or views recorded by the committee are subject-to-revision-either-by-the-committee
itself, in the light of further information, or
also decided to include in the resolutions a statement to the effect that a'knowledge of the Chinese language should be accepted in lieu of certain subjects, for Chinese applicants in the entrance examination, subject of course to the final decision of the Court. See proviso to (b) of resolution No. 5.
In order that no misunderstanding should arise as to bow the privilege of nomination should be exercised on the death of a donor entitled to nominate one or more free, students under the resolution of March 6ib, words were
added to that resolution, (See last part of re- solution. No, 9.)
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Sir, have the honour to acknowledge the receipt of your despatch No. 1a of the 13th of January, reporting the initiation and progress -- of the scheme for the establishment of a Uni- versity in Hongkong
a. I have read with great interest your des- - patch and its enclosures, and I feel that the Colony is deeply indeb ́ed to Mr. H. N, Mody 'w for his generous offer to provids the nam neces- saiy for the University buildings if fonds are. forthcoming for an adequate codowment. I appreciate also the care which you have your self given not only to the consideration of the principle of the schedïs but to the elaboration of its details,
3. I gladly approve your proposal thatibu Government of Hongkong should provide the lead for the new University, and I agree that the site which you describe.. should be utilized. for the purpose.
4. I hope that the community of Hongkong will freely respond to the appeal for funds, that' the Chinese will show their sense of the ad;. vantages which the new. University will give them by contributing liberally to ita"endow." ment, and that the scheme will be carried to completion as it has been begun by the aid of private munificence and public spirit.
5. You suggest in the closing paragraph of your despatch that His Majesty's Government. should assist in providing the necessary funda for the Deiversity, but in view of the harvy calls upon the Imperial Exchequer I fear that I could not with any prospect of success invite the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury to ask Parliament for a contribution.—1 hava, &C.,
CREWE. Governor
Sir F; D. Lugard, K C.M,G, C.; D.8.0.
&C., JC, ! &c.
JANNEXE 2."
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[Letter from Secretary, -China"Association].
China Associatiop, 159, Cambon Street, London, E.C., 14th May, 1909. SIR-In further pursuance of my letter to you of the 12th March with reference to the project for the establishment of a University at Hongkong, I now have the boonur to inform you that at a meeting of my Commitinn held here last week Mr. J. H. Scott, our president, paka enthusiastically of the scheme; He gave the committee the benefit of the knowledge be gained-during-bis recent trip to the Far East, and pointed out that not only would a Univer- sily practically at the doors of Chisu bé 'n grant advance to Chinese desiring a Western educa Colony itself. tion but a valuable asset for the future of the
The chairman stated that with the consent of the Court of the Medical College Mr. Ng Li Hing proposed to transfer the sum of $50,000, which he bad promised to that institution, later by the Legislative Council when the to the Endowment Fund of the University, Ordinance setting up the University is intro duced, or by the Governing Bodies when ap-in anatomy of the value of Sizo per annum on condition that a scholarship for proficiency pointed."
was established and called after his name is A resolution was passed, poproving of the addition-to-the-privileges accruing under the-reach-the-public-here-it.wat.decided to insert establishment. of hostels under regulations pre-resolution of March 6 h. The proponki was scribed by the Court. (See resolution No. 1o.)
accepted' The repost of a sub-committee consisting
After discussion as to the best means to
Che Hongkong Celegraph Kwong-tung, Deputy Kwok Yikting, and going over Marble Hall, After same more of Meats: Irving, Pollock and Clementi, on Chinese sub-committee for collecting sub-the fund for endowment. I have the protr
HONGKONG, SATURDAY, JULY 31, 1909.
LOCAL AND GENERAL.
MUCH matter of local interest will be found on pages 2, 3 and 7..
In Kuala Langat, Selangor, ginger, was grown, with some success and found a ready sale
fCustoms, Kowloca, was also with the V.ce.
try, and the Hon. Dr. Ho Kai, CM.G, was Tuotai Pun Pui-yu, an among the gusta, enthusiastic-collector-of-old-china, made his first visit to Sir Paul's yesterday; he is a leadjog and influential member of the gentry,a! Canton. He was an earlier visitor, having been fully an hour at "Marble Hall before the arrival of the distinguished visitors. Mr. B. N. Mody had been asked by Siz Paul to assist him the reception of the guests. Arriving
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an advertisement in the leading London and Provincial newspapers directing attention to the scheme, and inviting subscriptivan towards" to enclose copy of this advertisement, taken from the Timer of to-day. [Not printed.]
It was also decided to reprint your memo randum on the subject in the form of a pajo- phlet for distribution, and for the farther in- formation of those who might apply for it.
Hon. Dr. Ho Kai, C.MG., chairman of the the subject, of the constitution of the Upscriptions, stated that the local subscription versity, was prescated, and discussion deferred fist had reached the sum of $162,235. He had until later.
received a letter from His Excellency Wu Ting, -Fang Chiness-Minister in Washington, Marm: ty supporting the scheme and saying that the Chinese so the United States would raise funds, He had also just received e sum of $450 as' the first instalment of subscriptions from Newment and pamphlet have been sent to the more la addition, letters enclosing the advertise- chwang, and bad heard from Cabton that the important Chambers of Commerce in the Un- by the high Provincial officials to a meeting to jog the project known to their members. A Chinese gentry and merchants had been invited ited Kingdom, asking their assistance by mak-
similar course has also been adopted with regard to the leading newspapers, nada. letter, has also been addressed to members of the Association, resident in this country. --
5th Meeting-June 19th, Copies of a printed memorandum by the Governor contrasting the Hongkong Univer The visitors then took their departure amidarsity scheme with that of the China Emergency many expressions of thanks to Sir Paul for, his Comthitler, were laid before the committee for genial hospitality.
private circulation. Alto copy of a letter ad dressed to Home Universities inquiring under what conditions they would confer degree The statement regarding Chit.eso representa made at the second meeting was replaced by resolution dealing with the constitution of the University, (See resolution No. 6.)
ENTERTAINKO TY, HE, KAD.
The party left "Marble Hall at 12.45 pm, and re-traced their steps to "Glenealy Build
PRINCE TEA, Bsüo and Admiral-Sab Chest the western entrance from the main ings.where H. E. Kao Erh Chien entertained: tion on the Governing Body of the University discuss means for raising subscriptions there. ping have discussed the formation of a Navy gateway, the Viceroy was welcomed by Sirbis official colleagues to luncheon. Council.
THE Petropavlovsk harbour light, hitherre white, has been replaced by a red light, from
the 21st June, 1909,
THE Chibli official body in Peking has decided to hold a meeting of welcome in Bonnur of Viceroy Tuan Fang
THE Russian Minister in Peking bas communi- cated with the Waiwupu in regard to Russian participation in the Human Railway Loan.“
DURING the year 1996, 170 alligators represent ing 1,069 feet were brought to Kuching police station for rewards, says the Suracal Gazelle
THE Ministry of the Interior is employing surveyors to make maps of the twenty-four districts ja the Imperial Prefecture of Shpatien.
We have been favoured with a copy of the pro- `gramme of the next Gymkhana meeting, bot owing to pressure of space, we as obliged to
bold it over.
HONGKONG UNIVERSITY.
Excellency, said:-Your Excellency, It was Mr. H. N. Mody rose, and addressing His with great regret that was unable to have the pleasure of mesting you yesterday at luncheon with His Excellency the Governor and gives me all the more pleasure to meet you here today and to have this opportunity of expressing to you in person my sincere thanks for the, great
iken in my scheme for the establishment of interest you have
a Univery here as well as for the munificool donation thereto, for which we bave to thank you. I pnderstand that there is, thanks to you, yet more to come from the Kwang Tung pro vince, and I have no doubt that your interest
THE VICEROY'S LIFERALITY,
ul in person who invited His Excellency and his suite to the magnificently appointed grawing room-the principal of several in ital
It was H. E. Chang Jerichun's inten- tion to pay a visit to the Italian Convent, but princely mansion, After the formal presenta, owing to the shortness of bis, stay and the tion-and-whew the visitors had been sealed,.
numerous ceremonial calls, he was prevented from making a persoaal visit. His Excellency had expressed his admiration of the excellent work carried on in the Convent, more particu larly in the direction of the care of the Chinese foundlings and the education of the Chinese girls. Unable to visit the lastitution himself be deputed his Secretary, Prefect such Yang Ning, to call on the Lady Superior this alter noon with a letter from His Excellenty expres
and enclosing the generous donation of 5300.. sing regret at his inability to visit the Convent
The Secretary was shown over the entire Con- vent building and was much impressed with the magnificent character of the work conducted in that benevolent home, in view of the interest H.E. Chang takes in educational matters, Bis Excellency was much interested in a Chinese translation of Sir Frederick Lugard's speech at the prife-giving at the Convent on the goth inst: We understand that Prefect Hauch was the bearer of the transcript from the Lady Superior who also asked His Excellency's acceptance of
of the Convent.
in this undertaking will continue in your new
The ether resolutions dealing with the ques tions of the extrance examinatiot, nominations on death of dogora, and the institution of an Arts Degico were debated and deferred, for further consideration.
The chairman stated that as many of the original resolutions were now out of date, and others had been amended, he proposed to draw for approval after which they would be printed up a revised set and circulate them to members with a further set of papers giving a precis of
the meeting of the Committes, etc.
.¦ "Annexa g contains a reply from the London
that sums totalling £35,000 had already been contributed by certain members of the Associa
At the committee meeting it was announced
tion and their friends. To-day it is my pleasure to add that a runther £5,000 has been promised, bringing the total 10 £40,000-I have, &c.,
H. G. WILCOX,
Acting Secretary,
Sir FREDERICK LUGARD, K.CH., D.5.0. Government House, Hongkong”.
ANNEXE 3.
{Letter from J.-H. 'Scott, Esq. (J. Swire & Som)]
The proposal was approved and the revised set of resolutions contained in snoexe 7 were A sub-committee consisting of Mr. Brewin circulated to and approved by the Commitres, (Chairman), ML. Little (for the Director of Public Works), and Dr. Ho Kai. was appointed: istitution of all former resolutions. with the following terms of reference
"Annexe 8 contains a copy of a letter from Sir | His Excellency," "To consider and report to the committee Roben Hart from which it will be seen that be * on the site proposed, whether it is the best and considera is more "practically promising" „cordially approves ibe Hongkong. University for the purpose in view, and if so how it can than the other schemes put forward-viz., the best be adapted to the purpose: And for Emergency" or Lord, Wm. Cecil's. He therto examine the plans for the buildings,describes it as excellent and deserving of the and to submit recommendations as to any fallest support. alterations in design, &c" The chairman' read a despatch from tha Se cretary of State "gladly approving" the free gift of the site proposed for Mie University, and expressing cordial-approval of the scheme. He considered that the Colony was under a debt to Mr. Mody for his generous offer. (Annexe i')
A letter was also read from the secretary of the Chint Association informing the Governor of the action being taken by that body to raise leading London and Provincial papers, and by sending a reprint of the Governor's memoran- His-Excellency-and-suite-re-embarks-on-dum-to-the-more-important Chambers of Com board the ss. Hein Ming this aftercoon and
merce and to all members of the Association will proceed to Shanghaj later in the evening.
resident in England. (Annexe a.)
8, Billiter Fquaro,' London, EC, 21st May, 1909. satisfaction to telegraph Mr. Law, whe would Dear Sir Frederick,-lt afforded me great inform you, that the following donations have beca promised to me for the Eadawosent Fand
£30,000
of the Hongkong University:— John Swire & Son£, ............................ Taikoo Sugat Refining Co., Ltd... 5,000 Ocean Steamship Co.,
$,000
sphere of in fuence and that you will endeavour to interest the residants of Nanking in the und: raking, and that your influence there will MEESRS. Lai Tsui Lan and Benjamin Wong, ment with an equal success to that in Canton is Chinese practitioners trained in Western media foregone conclusion. I have no wish to sake cal science, are authorited to grant death certi- up any more of your valuablė time here which a small souvenir from the little Chinese girl, I subscríptions by advertising the scheme in the Committee is greatly indebted to the king Conditionally on the farther amount required
ficates in Hongkong.
is so limited and have new merely, to wish you and your distinguished company a pleasant
The Viceroy, rising, bowed his acknowledge
The speech was intérpreted to His Excellen- cy by Mr.arris,
Tux Chefs Morning Post says :—The Heliopolie | voyage and a long life. (Applause,) lest Durban on the 1st inut. for China with 2,200 repatriated labourers on board and is expected | menis. to arrive here abour the end of the month...
H.E. LIEN Yü, fmperial' Resident in "Lḥassa, has applied to the Poking Government to send to Tibet some officials who understand the English and Tibetan languages. THE appointment of Lieut. C. W. Beckwith, B.K,, to act as Harbour Master, Marios Magis trate, Emigration and Customs Officer, Regis trar of Shipping, Superintendent of the Guo- powder Depôt,” Collector of Light, Dues and Superintendent of Imports and Exports, during the absence on Isaya of Com. B. R. H. Taylor, * or until farther notice, with effect from the gik proximo, is gazitted,
After a brief pause, the Viceroy's Secretary tore and said:-Mr. Mody and Gentlemen,-1 am directed by His Excellency to thank you most cordially for your kind speech. His Ex. cellency wishes me to say, in his behalf, that although he is now, proceeding to Nanking, bis heart is still here. Thank you very much
DEPARTURE FOR shanghai.
MR OTACIRS, A director of the Yokotams Specie Bank, left Shanghal on the morning of the 13th ins'ant for Dairen, whence he is to proceed to Peking. He is expected to return to Shaoghai next month and to proceed to Europe direct from Shanghai."
for the kindness of your speech. (Applause.) THE German flgship' Scharakteret "and a Light refreshments were then served...⠀ torpedo-destroyer left Miyaza for Tsuruga on We understand that, in spite of H.E, Chang's the 16th instant. While at Miyam on the departure from Canton, His Excellency has previous day one of the sailors of the flagship taken adequate steps against interest in the was drowned in the course of swimming Hongkong University waning in Canton, He practice. No particulars kru ye
His Excellency afsp read a private letter to the telegram in which the following donations himself from Mr. Scolt (annexe 3) confirming had been announced
J. Swite & Son,........ Taikoo Sugar Refinery Co., Ld...... 5,000 Ocean Steamship Co.,
5,000* Two letters from the Viceroy of Caston dated 1st March and 9th June, 909, were road (an sexes 4, 5 and 6), the former containing a copy of the manifesto te had issued pointing out the great benefit the University would be to Sonth China and the latter intimating that he had collected $100,000 towards the Endowment
Fund.
University relative to the examination for degrees which is very satisfactory so far as it goes, and 1 understand that it is probable that the London University will find no difficulty in supplying examiners to conduct the final ex- aminations, and guarantee that the standard is up to that of the Leadon degrees, provided that University incura do pecuniary liability," Our
to make ip the sum of £170,000 stipulated for. A., D. Sc., F.R.S., who has assured me of his fore the 31st December, 190). When the build- assistance of the principal, Dr. H. A. Miere, M. by Mr. Mady being obtained from others be services consist_in_aby-way-sbat-lies-in-bisings approach completion and the time arrives power.
for disbursing monies to the University, our The subscriptions or promises towards the firm's 'donation, will be made in 5 per cent. Endowment Fund are as follows af this date mortgage debenture bonds. The Trust Deed Tis: 20,000 by the Chinese Government trustees to hold such bonds, which are not including a subscription (fast announced) of will, of course, be drawn so as to enable ike
By Chinese residents of
$134,295
Hongkong............................. $174,95). Ng Li Hing transferred from Medical Collega. 50,000) Chinese residents in Saigos. 39,000
Nowchwang..
1,450 Guaranteed by Mr. Cheung Pat Szy” ***
from Walchow, EIC........................ 100,000 Contributed by the Chinese Govern
H
ment through H.Mis Minister at Peking. Tis, 10,000 Contributed by Hia Exculieucy' the
trusted securities,
I was glad to learn from your letter to the China Arrociation dated 14th April that local.: Chinese had already subscribed over $100,000,- and that you expected a further large sum would in be received from the Chinese in Hongkong and . obar quarters.
It is to be hoped that the appeal by the China Association to its members and to the she public will draw out's considerable number of
un
14 poo, donations and that dimct applications mada
in good quarters will also baaz fruit