LONG FLIGHT FAILURES.
CAPTAIN COURTNEY'S
UNSUCCESSFUL ATTEMPT.
London, Sept. 3.
COMING AND GOING.
HOMEWARD BOUND ON
THE MOREA. '
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH.
CORONER'S ENQUIRY.
'MUSTARD'S COOLIE DIED THROUGH MISADVENTURE.
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Com-
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5,
1927.
ENTERTAINING THE TROOPS.
THE ST. LEGER.
OUR
TWENTY-SEVEN PROBABLE
STARTERS.
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London, Sept. 9. *
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ENJOYABLE CONCERT AT
CITY HALL
A number of Army officers were Deciding that "it was profitlons to Among the passengers homeward go any further into the circumstances
An excellent concert was provid-in The Air Ministry last night rebound on the I. and O. 8.5. Morea surrounding the death of a Chinesed at the City Hall on Saturday eelved report from the steamer which left Hongkong on Saturday, godown' coclio who was electrocuted
3leasrs. Mustard
evening, för the entertainment of Josiah Mary that the lights of an Passengers boarding the boat at in
basement, Mr. R: E. service men, the attendance being aeroplane flying eastwards had Hongkong included Mr. P. P. J.ny's been seen in mid-Atlantic at 9.40 Wodehouse, C.I.E., and Mrs. Wode- Lindsell on Saturday torminated the extremely large, and applause free p.m. on Wednesday. It is presumed house, Mr. and Mrs. A. Fothergill, enquiry and returned a verdict of and hearty. The work of organisa
tion was carried out with complete auccess by Mrs. Younghusband. this was the missing monoplane Mr. and Mrs. Ferguson, Mr. A. E death by misadventure. plies would be exhausted by mid-Mrs. N. M. Currie, Mr. and Mrs "St. Raphael," whose fuel sup- Hills, Mr. R. C. Matthews, Mr. and night Thursday or shortly after wards. On this assumption it was halfway across the Atlantic fifteen hours after departure. No news of its arrival anywhere has been received. It is considered that the
observations.to rectify it.
E. Rowe, Mr. G. Naylor, Mr. "W. H. Stowell, Mr. A. L. Shark, Mr. L. Byrde, Squadron Leader C. E. W Faster, R.A.P., Mr. M. Griffiths, Mr. M. R. C. Munroe, R.A.F., Mr. A. M. Pilling, R.N., Mr. J. F. M. Robert- son, R.N., Mr. H. Routledge, Capt. 1. A. Slater. Mr. A. G. Tackray, RAF. and Miss G. C. Williams,
Mesara Watson & Company, as
Ron's
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A number of well-known and ac-
complished local artists figured on
the programme, but because of its length it was not possible to give all the encores that were merited. From the start to the finish the various numbers, which were de- lightfully varied, were gone through: without a hitch.
Following are the probable starters the St. Leger: Son and Hair Restigouche Buckfast Shianmor Baralong
Arran Chief Trelawny Mario Tattoo Dumon Hot Night
Caledon
Bluchoy
Composure
Booklaw
Grande Vitesse
Carslake..
.C. Childs.
1235
..Evans.
.Lane.
30
Pryor.
James,
Winter.
.Smirke.
Perryman. H. Beesley. H. Gragg.
Nolan.
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139
J. Childe,
Eliott.
Weston,
....
Jullis
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34
55
158
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No jockeys have yet been selected for the other probables: Start II The programme was opened by Maidstone, Gipsy King, Jugo, Prester the popular Donnithorne Amateur Jehn, Silverstead, Chatean Palmer, Orchestra, with the waltz "Espana" Pirilodens II. Caporal, Facon and by E. Waldteufel, and "The Wild-Grey Mist-Renter. flower," a selection by Youmans and Stothart. Amongst the fun makers were Tod, and Dick, with
After rending n letter which a repertoire songs and stories to she took from a small handbag. keep the audience amused, and a popular reception was accorded to a woman climbed on to one of the a Cameronian with "Musical Ver- seats on Blackfriars Bridge and on who sustained a comedy sketch.
to the parapet. As she was
CROSSWORD PUZZLE.
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15 In tatters,
17 Barrel
1 Places down the foot,
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Pintform.
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Comfort.
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Has never been broken.
23 Peer.
26 Tell
His Worship recommended that
lessors of the building, should see to the installation of main switches in the oflices of their tenants in ancha position as to be easily accessible. Mr. F. C. Todd, of Messrs. Wat
said that the building. was leased for a long term from The only remaining hope for Princess
Hongkong Land Investment Com- Lowenstein-Wertheim, Colone!
pany. Witness could not say any, Minchin and Captain Hamilton is
thing about the main switch and that they may have been picked
confessed that all he know was that up by some vessel unequipped with
hegar this morning. Captain there was a mass of fuses in the wireless, The theory maintained
Frank Courtney, who for some-passage between Des Voucs and is that intricate wind drifts over the Atlantic drove the "St. Ra-time has awaited a favourable op- Chater Road,
portunity, left Plymouth Sound at: Capt. E. F. Brown, of the Hong- phael" off its course and that the 6.26 a.m. in a Dormier Whale sca- kong Electric Company, stated that weather prevented the taking of plane, fitted with two British to air and installation of lights So far the North Atlantic has Napier Lion engines, accompanied at Alexandra building was, unde never been lown by aeroplane in by Flying Officer Downer, naviga- twenty-live years ago. He added bösities" and the brothers Dido," about to fall into the river a man
tor, Mechanic Little and an Ameri- that Mustard & Co, had a main can passenger, name unannounced, switeli controlling the lights in their Mr. Harry Ore scored great suc-clutched at her, but her clothing 12 whe aspires to be the first Ameri-office, but not the lights and wiring cosses in Liszt's "Hungarian Rhap-lipped through his figners. The 14
16 Interior slopes of ditches. can'to fly the Atlantic in a west-in the basement.
sody," No. 2, and Chopin's "Noc bag and letter, left on the seat, The intention is
turne." An exceptionally fine ren were handed to the police. The 18 Church service. ward direction. to proceed to the Azores, where,
Mr. A. E. Clark, of the electrical dering of Sanderson's "Be Still, woman was dead when taken from 20 Road mending material. after refuelling, the flight will be department of the P.W.D., said that Blackbird" was given by Mrs. Hthe water, and later the body was 21 Winter sportsmen. continued to Newfoundland and was quite possible that the flex-Minney, accompanied by Mr. J. R.identified as that of Alice Maud 24 Appendage.
widow, of no fixed 25 Delightful place.. ible wire was made "live" by the Suiter, as while Surg. Lieut. Brad- Winter,
27 Ermine. The intent apprentice thence to New York.
electrician making a field R. N. was loudly applauded abode. tion is to make a return fight to airenit as the deceased entered the for his renderings of "An Emblem" London via Newfoundland and Ire-storeroom, or that there had heen and "Smilin' Through." land. Courtney is a test pilot of leakage from another part of the exceptional skill and experience, circuit. with a reputation for caution and
Capt. Brown said that he doubt. courage. His departure to-day was unustentations. His wife ac-ed the latter suggestion as the dis companied him in a launch to the tance was so short, but he might seaplane, but only a few people say that it was just possible that other than the mechanics saw him there had been a leakage from go. He made pericet start and "live" portion of the circuit, and this the machine was soon out of sight,aused a shock.
Reuter.
the westward direction, though it was crossed in 1919 by the British airship 134, the only airship yet to make the double flight. Since then the German airship Z3 has a more southerly "course to America for delivery to United States-British Wireless.
been flown on
Sighted Half-way Across,
London, Sept. 3. The fate of the "St. Raphael" remains a mystery. The Air Ministry has received a message from the master of the steamer Josiah Macy stating that an aeroplane which may have been the "St. Raphael" passed over a point half way across the Atlan tic at 9.44 in the evening (Green- wich Mean Time) on 31st ult., while a New York message states- that a white light, possibly be longing to an aeroplane, was sight. ed by a Dutch steamer 450 miles cast south east of New York at. alx in the morning (G. M. T.) of the 1st instant. The light was travelling eastwards! If it be- longed to the St. Raphael" the pilots had evidently lost their course, since the machine was fir- ing away from its destination.- Renter.
American Assistance.
At Corunna.
London, Sept. 3. Courtney has given up the flight owing to head winds. He is land ing at Corunna-Reuter,
London, Sept. 1. Courtney has landed safely at CorunnaReuter.
Madrid, Sept. 4.
Courtney has landed at Corunna through lack of petrol. He is re- suming his flight on September 5. --Renter.
Washington, Sept. 3. Mr. Warner, acting Secretary of Royal Windor's Second Mishap. the Navy, stated that owing to "lack of information as to the most
St. John's, Quebec; Sept. 3. ¿ The Royal Windsor has resumed probable whereabouts of the "St. Raphael" it was practically im- its flight to England.--Reuter's possible for the American navy to American Servite. search for her but if the British
or Canadian authorities requested
New York, Sept. 4..
The Coroner returned a verdict with the recommendation stated above.
11 hours 28 minutes.-Reuter's American Service.
Jaurez, Sept. 4. Lieut. Carranza, related some of his experiences at a dinner given in his honour. He told how when, halfway on his journey he discovered that the wing of his plane in which 400 litres of petrol were stored, was on fire.
Telegram.
28 Proud person.
29 31
Field fortification. Water-birds. Measure,
The above-mentioned wish it to 32
Hawaiian Melodies.
be known that there are a consider-34 Store of knowledge. Professor F. Gonzalez performed able number of Troops who have 36 Sea nymph.
and phone arrived in Hongkong from Home in 37 Large house, wonders on a violin fiddle. Opera aelections were beau- connexion with the general unrest 30 Tots. tifully rendered Mr. G. D'Aquino, in this country under the auspices 41 Calm. who was accompanied by Signora of the Y.M.C.A. An Entertainment 42 Romains, Mrs. H. Balean Committee has been formed, and 46 Blot out.
some 49 Eagle. C. de Guzman. offered violin solos, being accom-has been functioning for panied by Mrs. G. W. R. Griggs, months. Part of the work of such 50 Bellows. One of the most enjoyable features Committee is the organisation of 53 Web-footed biri.
54 South American port. were Hawaiian melodies, played by various musical and dramatic per 65 Repulsive. Messrs. Gonzalez, Danenberg, and formances cach week.
67 Beverage, 58. Appraises. Silva. Miss Rachael Wong, a talent- While the willing efforts of many ed pupil of Miss Violet Capell,
62 Vetch. danced Bacchante." Mr. G. W. Camateur entertainers have been of 60 Small top room;
the greatest value, the Committee 63 Old. Burnett also contributed.
on
Down,
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4
Snakes.
5 Office furniture (plural).
A turn entitled "Two minds with are anxious to obtain further talent 64 Separate.
It 05 Malay dagger. but a single thought," by the Mar- from all possible sources. vellous Haytors, mental telepathists, is possible that travelling
board various steamers pusa- excited great interest, and the
through Hongkong there. what Nots" party, lined up to ing their established reputation of may be many passengers, either who amateur, professional being bright and breezy.
would be willing to give an hour or The official pianist was Rupert Baldwin, A. T. C. L, und so to assist at any entertainments With this in the pianus were supplied by the which may be taking place during
their stay in, port. Anderson Music Company.
Mr.
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8 Snorting animals. 9 Before.
with them 13 Within.
He got out his parachute and made ready to jump, but noticed a dark cloud ahead which spelt rain. He raced towards it and 'was re- Mr. Younghusband, assisted by view; the Committee would be 10 Point of concentration. lieved to see a deluge of rain ex- Padre Buhn, distributed "Lucky obliged if anyone willing to assist 11 At the back..
by would communicate tinguish the fire-Reuter's Ameri-Number" prizes, presented
Messrs, Caldbeck, Macgregor and for full particulars. Co. The Prizes were: 2 Silver Watches, 1 Cigarette Case, 1 De Luxe Pipe; 2 Razors, 1 Belt, 1
can Service.
LOSS OF LIFE.
The Royal Windsor has landed Strong Feeling of Revulsion in Cigarette Box. 12 Packs Playing
assistance the American navy at Scarboro, Maine.Renter's would lend "hand-Reuter's | Américon Service. American Service.
COURTNEY'S ATTEMPT.
Head-winds Cause Landing at Corunna.
A PASSENGER.
Londen, Sept. 3. The British pilot Courtney and two companions have left Plymouth flying a Domier Napier "Whale dying boat to Valentia en route for New York.
Courtney is accompanied by Captain Downer and a mechanic named Little. He intends to tly first to the Azores. The flying boat is fitted with Napier Lion
twin engines with a maximum speed of 125 miles an hour,
The Pride of Detroit at Baghdad.
Constantinople, Sept. 2.
The "Pride of Detroit has left for Aleppo.-Reuter..
Baghdad, Sept. 2. The "Pride of Detroit has ar- rived here.-Réder.
It will be recalled that pre- viotts messages reported that the Pride of Detroit," on which the American airmen Brock and Schlee are flying round the world, had ↑ been held up two days at Con-
stantinople being delayed by Tur- kish' formalities.}
Flight to Hongkong.
Dallas, Texas, Sept. 4. Colonel Basterwood has cabled
the Pride of Detroit airmen offering wing area of 1,000 square feet and prize of £5,000 for a flight from will take a maximum load of 9,000 lbs.
It transpires that Courtney's fly- ing boat carries a passenger in Mr. E. B. Hosmer, of the Bank, off Montreal-Reuter,
An Experienced Pilot, Another British attempt to fly the Atlanic from east to west
Hongkong to Dallas-Reuter's American Service.
Karachi, Sept. 4. The Pride of Detroit has arrived at Bünderabbas.-Renter,
Mexican Fliers' Effort.
Jaurez, Sept. 3. Carranza landed at Fort Bliss after a flight of 1,222 miles in
New York.
New York, Sept. 3.
A strong feeling of revulsion against what is now considered.
Carde.
The British American Co., as usual. contributed the cigarettes. More Talent Required. The Hongkong Naval and Milit to be the exaggerated importance ary Y.M.C.A. Entertainment Com- attached to long distance, especial-mittee have had the following ly trans-Oceanic flights, is being notice posted up on vessels passing shewn in several quarters of the through Hongkong, by the courtesy United States.
of the leading steamship .com- panies:
At a meeting of the American Bar Association. at Buffalo it was strongly announced that all coun tries should legislate in order to stop the increasing loss of life.- Renter's American Servier.
AVIATORS RELEASED.
And Fly From Mexico Into America.
San Antonio, Texas,), Sept. 3. bean released and flew back to Fort Reynolds and Newlands have Sam Houston. Reuter's American
Service.
A message dated August 30 stated: The Customs authorities at Djinaga, or the Mexican side of the Rio Grande, report that two United States army aviators, Cap- tain Reynolds and Staff Sergeant Nowlands, landed in Mexico, and have been detained because they lacked the Government's permission to ly over Mexico.
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