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BAY BLY 28, 1917.
AT MOUNT
CHURCH
The Annual Report."
Following is the annual report bf St. Mary's Sohool, Kowloon (Italian Convent Branch), in connection with which the prize distribution is taking place shią `afternoon-DURA HOLAND
the the
the same i
talent appearech is on, getrag occasions and the artistes meza an
welcome sa ever,
One of the most popular items of the evening was L., Sayer's
and encore, Mother abres" and *Follow Me. The old favourites, rendered in
rich baritone voice, were treat which everybody enjoyed.
Both the wit and anging of the Comedy Four was very good, and they had a fine reception from the boys.” Pin, Crane war, RE usual, very comic, and this time appeared as "Weary Willis" and
so as "Charlie Chaplin."
"The work submitted was band to be satisfactory in every reapt ok - I-recommend that she highest Grant be awarded." Thus concluded the official report of the Inspector of English Sabonis on St. Mary's School. Again the school has been found to be thoroughly efficient, During the chool year ander review the Staff of St. Mary's School suffered a great loss by the death on 8th Angust of Sr. Emilia, than whom
Other artists ware Ptes. Chelsom no more, zealous or afficient teacher can be found; her place and Agar, who were very fanny wae temporarily taken by Hiss and, much appreceated. Sgt. Besga, who helped with the teach-Payne aang "If your'e going back ing of Classes 3 and 6. The to London," Pte Malone recited Ben mistress and Sister Candids Mad Carew, and Pte. Perry.con- were responsibile for the conducttributed "Kiss me, Sergeant" in
fine style. of Case 3, 4, 5 and 6. ***
the event.
The arrangements were in the The record enrolment in 1916 has again been: exceeded; there hands of the Battalion Entertain- were on the roll during 1916-17 menta Committee, who are to be (181), there were present at Congratulated on the suooses, of inspection 184; the comparative Cigarettes and hight refresh figures for the previous year were 163 and 140, respectively, thaements were kindly provided by showing an increase of 9.94 per the Committee of the Services Entertainment Fund and were cent. in enrolment-and 17.4 per
much appreciated by the men. cent, as inspection.
The German and English Law:
Situated the school-house is in one of the healthiest sitse on the Peninsula, with its spacions grounds, the school has maintain-
Mr. J. Barria Vickry, formerly ed its condition of perfect health private secretary to the United inese throughout the year. la
Etates "Ambassador in Berlin, the words of the Inspector, hose report is dated as late as the 19th, speaking at the Aldwch Club on English Law Reform" recently, instant;"All the clase-rooms aid that he had received a Ger are cool and siry and the building man book which was a remarkabla throughout scrupulously clean".
digest of English law. It had been Not too propitious weather at prepared to farther those pro- tended the annual athletic sports cesses of peaceful penetration at the Happy Valley last spring. from which the German was reap- In spite, however, of the in- ing a rich barvest when the clemency of the weather, quite - A war broke out, and from which large number of children entered he hoped to reap a further harvest for the event for St. Mary's School
after hostilities. The German2, Findly provided by the Rev. Bro. Director and Committee of the St. Joseph's College Sports. The winners of the handsome prizes were Carlos Figueiredo and Lims Boobs.
having already codified their own law, thought that it was time to codify the English law, not for our benefit, but for their own. The work was begun in 1905, and he received the 11th volume four months ago. No doubt the
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Trinity, 29th 1917 Holy Communion (7:50 a.m.) Matins (11 s.m Responses Feñal Vonite: Savage. Paalms: Turton. To Deum. Woodward, Smart and Tarte Benedic us Garrett. Hymns: 550, 190. Ged Save the King. Evensong ( p.m.)« Besponses: Ferial; Psalms Rimbault and Stainer, Magni- ficat: Wesley (12th evening). Nunc Dimittis: Poland (22ed morning). Hymns: 271, 529, 477 N.R-Faalm 124:vareed 1, 6, and 8-in unison. Psalm 343 verses 1, 2, 7 and 8, in unison.
St. Andrew's Church, Kowloon
Sunday 29 July, 1917 8th Sunday after Trinity, Holy Communion and Morning Pra- yer 11a.m. Responses: Ferial. Venite: Savage. Paalms: 29th - Morning; CXXXIX: Turton. CXLI Barby. GXLI Brown- smith. Te Deum: St. Jude. Jubilate Ouseley. Kyrie: Mondellsohn. Hymn: 5 (A & M 4) 229, 315, 556, God Save the King. Evening Prayer 6 pm. Responses: Ferial. Psalms: 29th Evening. CXLII Foster. OXLIII Turle. Magnificat: W. "A. "398" Stainer." Nurs Dimittis: W. A. 376 Stainer, Hymns: 3 (A&M 19) 247. 149, 519. Vesper Hymn. God Save the King. -
Union Church, Kennedy Road.
Sunday Services. July 29th Morning 11. Evening 6. Preacher: Rev.
Kirk Maconachie:
Peak Church:-8.15 am. Holy Communion 6.30 p.m. Evening Prayer, Preacher: the Bishop. St. Peter's Church, West Point.-
11 am. Morning Prayer and sermon. Preacher: Rt. Rev. the Bishop of Victoria.
The Gospel Hall No. 10 and 19 Pedder Street). Weekly Services:-Sunday. Breaking of Bread, 11 am. Gospel Meet- ing, 8p.m. Tuesday, Exposition of Scripture, 8 p.m. Thursday, Bible Class, * p.m. Friday, Bible Class for Ladies, 5.30.p.m. Saturday, Prayer Meeting, 8.
p.m.
Weselyan Methodist Church, Wanchal, — Sunday Morning Service 10.15 am Sunday Evening Service 6.15 p.m. Soldiers' and Sailors' Home Arsenal Street.-Sunday Ever- ing. Gospel Services 8 p.m. St. Joseph's Church, Garden Road,Mass and Sermon "at 10 am. followed by the Bene- diction of the Blessed Sacra-
ealy.-Low Masses at 6, 7. and 9.30 am. High Mass at 8 am 5.30 p.m.-Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. First Church of Christ Scientist. -MacDonnell Road. Sundays, 11.15am. Wednesdays, 5.30 p.m.
WEATHER REPORT.
When I had the honour of presenting my report last year, the
ment had profited by the results of the Junior Examaina Napoleonic experience, and the Roman Catholic Cathedral, Glen- tion, conducted under the supices result was that the German code of the University of Hongkong, on the deak of every German were not then announced. St. business man
as part of his Mary's presented 4 girls for ex-ordinary equipment. A discussion amition, of whom 3 passed. followed, in which one of the Annie Silva obtained distinction speakere took the view that Mr. in Religious Knowledge and Vickery had not appreciated the Sewing, Maggie Neres in elasticity of the law of England, Religions Knowledge and Sewing, nor had he give oredit for reforms and Garmen Garcia was the third in the making and for the pass with distinction in Religious codification now in progress.
On the 28th at 11.35-No returns from | Japanese stations. Pressure has in- Knowledge. As only 3 girls con-
creased slightly over Annam, and the tinued their studies in Class 1, it
south coast of Chine; and," decreased We thought beat that they
alightly elsewhere; it probably remains The Headmistress charges me highest over or near Japan. The depres should sit for the Senior. Ex- amination this year with the with the agreeable duty of inson over Tongking has partially filled girls of the Italian Convent. The timating that the special prize of P, and there are indications of a typhoon examination was held only a few $25 sa kindly presented by Hongkong Rainfall for the 24 hours days ago and it is hoped that Madame de Souss, wife of the ending at I am to-day, 3.28 inches. they have acquitted themselves gentleman who does the school the Total since January 1st, 57.74 Inches weditably and so upheld the re-honour of presiding at this fano-gainst an average of 50.20 inches.
tion, has been awarded to Miss putation of St. Mary's School.
to the sant of Luzon.
FORECAST FOR THE 24 HODES ENDING AT NOON TO-MORROW
Distries.
Borsonat.
8, to E, or.
Tariable
winds
moderate
to light;
showery at first,
At the re-opening of the School Winifred Robinson. Chevalier after the mid-summer holidays Dr. Gomes special prizes of last year, there were inaugurated $15 and $10 for each class for evening classes in Pitman's the highest attendances have Shorthand These classes have served their very desirable object proved singularly popular. In in stimulating regular attendance; addition to shorthand, typing is his prize of $20 each for Classes Hongkong to Gay Bock cloudy and also taught, and for those 4 and 5 for conduct have been who wish to learn, lessons awarded to Paulina Lopes and
His Lordship A are also given in practical Subiza. Souza cooking. The opesial classes Bishop Pozzoni has presented which now embrace shorthand, gold medal for Religious manic and painting will be: en Kiowledge. Aures Carvalho in larged after the summer recess so the winner of this coveted priss, as to include book-keeping. To Teresita Gomes parries off the those girls who seek occupations Lagard Scholarship for 1917-18.
Formoz Channel
probably improving
J.Ister.
The same No. L.
twem H.K. and Lamocki As No. L douth coast of Chins be-The same
Bouth coast of China be-) Thu' samas
sa No. 1.
in mercantile and shipping firms. Following the meal onetom, Itween HL and Hainad..
in
at the end of their school career a wish to acknowledge the school's the knowledge of the indebtedness to patrons and eler of book-keeping will be friends for numerous, kindnesses throughout the year. In parti» sp. vivily useful.
The Inspector of Schools regular would I thank the following marked in his report that for theix gifts and donations to the the Upper Classes work is done Prize and and in various other daily for War Charities? I mag Wijänomag kap mohou wish their sdd that the elder girls have bee quite delighted that they coul help the sewing of, frock "garments. For thos Brinah and French Fran/yand also for
giam, exiles, who
shelter in the
of the British Inla number of Queen Mary's und. Certifontes have been mined to our little war workers.
isations His Lordship Bishop Posson£ Chevalier D. A
باهر
C. W. JEFFRIES,-Chief Asistant.
Hongkong Observatory, July 28, 1917.
METEOROLOGICAL.
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Day On date On data
Gomes, Consul and Madame de Barometer = 29.66 1- 28.66 - 21.68 Bours, Mr B Games, Jr., Mr. | Tummature
Leo d'Almada e Castro, Captain Humidity Halliday, M-AM de Castro Wind Direction
Fasto, Mr. J. M. Noronha, Mr. E.
J Norunbat Mr. J. P"Robinson,
¿ll The School, re-opens for the new tarm on the 10th. Beptember next.
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