90% of the Silk Exports to America move via the
SEATTLE
Ship via Public Terminals
Short Raute.
NO EFFORT has been spared in pro- tecting the Port of Seattle terminals against fire. Automatic sprinklerand fire alarm systems, fire extinguish- ers, chemicals and, hose reels, fire walls form an effective safeguard.. Watchmen make rounds at regular intervals—in fact every modern fire protection method is employed to make the terminals safe.
This protection reduces shippers' insurance rates to a minimum.
Insure Safety, Economy and Dia- patch by Shipping via Port of Seattle.
Write for copy of the Port of Santṣin Youry book-It contains much information and -data valuable to truffle mASKERIE, MANN- facturers, exporters, importers, and others interested in trading with the Orient. It's free for the anking,
Traffic Department, Bell St, Terminal Seattle, Washington
The PORTOF SEATTLE
GATEWAY TO AMERICAN MARKETS
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables from the States
Iced head lettuce. Celery Louis. Fresh Asparagus. Hot-house Tomatoes, California Oranges and Grapefruit. Washington Apples... These are specialties on the President Liners...That is one rea- son why the experienced traveler
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prefers this American Service.
DOLLAR STEAMSHIP LINES and AMERICAN MAIL LINE
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KLAVENESS LINE
· (PACIFIC COAST-ASIATIC SERVICE.)
·REGULAR TRANS-PACIFIC SERVICE.
HONGKONG direct for
SAN FRANCISCO, LOS ANGELES HARBOUR, PORTU' ND, ORE., VANCOUVER, B.G., SEATTLE ýnd TACOMA.
M.V.
BRONXVILLE"
M.V. "PLFASANTVILLE"
M.V. 480MERVILLE"
Alsa
Sailing 20th March
Sailing 22nd April Sailing 16th May
!!
uing through Bills of Lading to Gulf and Atlantic ports, with transhljiment at San Francisen to Luckenbuch Line,
SOUTH BOUND...
M.V. "PLEASANTVILLE" due H'kong 10th sailing 18th Mar, M.V. SOMERVILLE"...dua H'kong 11th sailing 12th Apr.
Accepting cargo for Manile, Java po; la and Singapore,
For Freight rates and all other information please apply to THORESEN & CO., LTD. Agenta.
Queen's Buildings.
Tel. 0, 450 & 2003.
SAFEGUARD YOURSELF
AGAINST
FINANCIAL
THROUGH
LOSS
ACCIDENTS & SICKNESS BY A POLICY
WITH
CHINA UNOERWRITERS, LTD.
Hongkong Bank Building, da Des Voeud Roud Central.
[HONGKONG.
Tel C. 1121/2
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH.
CHINA MERCHANTS.
CRIMINAL CHARGE AGAINST MARQUIS LL
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1990.
EWO VICTIMISED.
ACCIDENTAL. DEATH OF
́À TRESPASSER.
Hankow, Feb. 11. An unfortunate accident occurred on Messrs. Jardino's, steamer Kutwo on her way up rifer, which led to the holding of the vessel for over four hours by the Chinese authorities. While she was moored at the hulk, Chinese hated runner jumped from
CONSIGNEES' NOTICE.
N. Y. K. LINE, (NIPPON YUBEN KAISHA)
From EUROPE and STRAITS. The Steamship.
"CAPETOWN, MARU,”. having arrived from the above ports. Consignees of Cargo sro hereby informed that their Goods are being landed and placed at their risk in
Godown". Company's Godownr at Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Kowloon, whence, delivery may be
A privato criminal prosecution brought by Mr. T. C. Chao, managing- director of tho China Merchants charging Marquis Lễ Koh-jik, the ex- chairman
of the company, with un- Inwfully
converting to
to his own use Tls.5.000 of the company, falling to deliver certain documents pertinent to a loan which the company took from the pontoon on to the to the the Hongkong Bank, and unlawfully and started to rush charge deck circulating rumours to the injury of other side of the ship: Cargo was complainant's business credit, was } ·being "worked and there were sum- obtained. brought before Judge Kao in the
to enable the coolles to Provisional Court at Shanghai. The work, bot, coming from the light case was adjourned indefinitely after outside into the semi-darkness, The it was intimated that Marquis Li had runner failed to notice an open hatch filed
a countercharge against the and plunged down to the bottom of the complainant.
hold. The accident was at once re- Marquis Li was not in court but ported to the captain by the officer on his counsel produced a doctor's certi watch, but nothing could be done as fleato, showing that he was sick, the man was dead. Discarding the document as insuf ficient, opposing counsel suggested that the Marquia' absence was flagrant contempt of court. Judge Kao, however, was antisfied with the certificats.
Goods not cleared by the 25th February, 1980, will be subject to rent,
· Damaged packages must be loft in the Godowns for examination by the Consignes's and the Co.'s representa tives on any Tuesdays and Fridays, at 2.30 p.m. within the free storage Period.
All claima must be presented arrival hero, after which date they within ten days of the atonmar's cannot be recognized.
No claims will be admitted after the goods have left the Godowne.
No frs insurance has been affected.
The second compradore wont to the Police Station to report the mat ater and asked that the body might be removed, but in a little while a noto came from him that he was də- tained by the police till an inquest had been held. A policeman was also posted on the ship to see that the body was not moved. It soon ber ̈* came clear that the question was 201 one of an inquest, but of a payment in hard cash, and after some bargaining a sum of money was handed over to the police by the company and then the body was removed. The money Is supposed to be required to
pay for coffin for the man, but why. steamer company should have to pay compensation for the death of a man who had no right on board the steamer puses, comprehension--N. C. D. News,
Police Advocate Mr. R. T. Bryan watched the proceedings for the police while Mesars, W. Chang and Li Sing-yuen appeared for the com- plainant and Meara. Ll Si-zes and Lou Chaug were for the defence, It was learned. that Miss Soume Tcheng, Chinese woman jurist, had 'been retained by the complainant, but I was away in Nanking,
The specific charges on which the Marquis stands accused are: Un- lawful conversion of T5,000 belonging to the company at the end of the 16th year of the Republic of China com- trary to Article 357 of the Criminal Code; Further with failing to deliver certain official documenta, contrary to Articles 144 and 140 of the Chinese Criminal Code and, circulating ru mours thereby injuring the complain- ant's business credit, contrary to Art- Icle 330 of the Criminal Code.
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The complainant's petition. asking for a warrant to be issued for the Marquis briefly outlines the events leading up to the prosecution follows: That during the 16th year of the Republic, the National Gov. vernment, ordered an investigation into the affairs of the company and that in the 17th year of the Republle the complainant was appointed head .of a commission for the purpose. That in the 18th year of the Republic the Central Executive Committee of the Government decided that there should be a sort of committee of ad-
justment and that subsequently the
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AMERICAN PROTESTS.
RELIGIOUS PERSECUTION
IN RUSSIA.
New York, Feb. 19, Lutherans, Jews and other reli- Klous denominations are supporting le campaign, of protest against religious persecution in Russia, in- augurated by Dr. Manning, the Protestant Bishop of New York dioceso, announcing special prayers of Intercession in the Cathedral on March 16.
Rev: Arthur Brown, prealdent of the Presbyterian Board of Foreign
NIPPON YUSEN KAISHA, Hongkong, 18th February, 1990,
PASSENGERS.
DEPARTED.
Per ad. Shinyo Maru for San Francisco on 19th February:-Mr. K. H. Paterson, Miss A M. Moncreif, Mr. J. Mayunling, Mr. Nishimura, Mr. Hayashi, Mr. Hamilcar Cers,
Chrung Yan-tze
Mr. Chan Sek. Mr. To Chiu-long, Mr. 8. F. Mr. Yang Pak-chim, Mr. Chiu Pao-yung Mrs. A. Feng Wonk Mr. and Mrs. G. H. Dang, Rev. Karl L. Reichelt, Mr. Shu Hor, Mr. Chan | © KI, Mrs. Lau Sin-king, Mr. Wong Son-check, Mr. H. Kiyama, Mrs. T. Tateishi,
Miss M. Tataishi, Mr. James
Leo.
R. McClaymont, Misa M. Roche, Miss S. L. E, Roche, Miss M. Romani, Mrs. Hamill, Mr. F. Napal, Mr. H. Romero, Frank C. Wagner, Mrs. Carson Mr. J. G. Cook, Mr. J. C. Cook Sr., Mr. J. W. Jackson, Mr. V. Nixon, Miss A. E. Akin, Mr. P. A. Henson, Mr. A. A. Henson, Miss Ho
Mr. William Ma, Mr. F. Chan, Mr. K. II. Chu, Mr. Leon Blu, Mrs. Chan Shee, Mr. Leung Sik-an, Mrs. Hou Shinn- Fung-sung, Mrs. Les Bhee, chan, Mr. Yung Tac-auen, Mr. Nang Mr. Yuk King-tak," Mr.
was relegated to the Missions, has issued a cfrentar ad Chung Mack-shee, Mrs. Wong "Shuen.
complainant post of special government represen-
iative,
Paid Himself Bonus. Reverting to the charge of unlaw ful conversion, the petition states
vising non-recognition of Russia until the persecutions cense. .-
New York State Assembly has a resolution of sympathy passed with the Christians in Russia "in their: terrible hours of agony." Reuter's American Service.
that for years the company was los- ing money, while the defendant, who was its chairman was drawing a monthly salary of Tls. 500 in addition to $50 transportation allowance In
and was unable to even pay thd fn- spite of which he paid himself a terest on the loan, resulting in injury | bonus of Tis. 6,000. The Marquis is to the company's prestige. next nccused of not submitting the matter for the approval or considera- tion of the board of committee. Further, that during the annual meet- Ing of shareholders, this item was not presented.
The petition goes on to state that | the Marquis had sent telegrams to various branches of the company that the complainant was exceeding his duty," and announced in the Chinese papers that he was the legal repre- sentative of the company, which the complainant characterized an obstruc- tion of his official duties.
Turning on the question of the loan of $5,000,000 with the Hongkong Bank the petition states that the de- fendant retained the agreement with the Bank when it should have been handed on to the complainant for safe-keeping.
Counter-Charge Mede.
The counter-charge accuses the complainant, who is also the govern ment appointed commissioner for the reorganization of tho
company, among other things of malfeasance in office.
The court proceedings were brief. A Chinese constable, was first called and testified to having served the aummons at the Marquis residence. The document was taken into the house by a servant and returned with a chop of the Marquis,
Counsel for the Marquis then asked for a remand in order that the charges and counter-charges may be heard jointly. He stressed the late data in which the Marquis received the aum- mons, expalining that consequently Continuing, the petition cites that there had not been suficicat time to the Marquia had despatched telegrams prepare a defence. The Marquis; he stating that the company was In- further explained, was sick and had debted to the extent of $14,000,000, to go to hospital.
cho họ Chung Master Chia King-leang, Mr. Jang Ho. Hr. Jung Bee, Mr Chung Jack, Mr. Chee Hong-chong, Mr. Wah Autis Tee, Mrs. Emille Juan, Mr. Mr. Hector Jdan Qui, Mrs. Manuel C Martinez, Mr. Miguel Chew, Mr. Hom Ting."
HEALTH QUESTIONS.
WIRELESS FOR EARLY NEWS
OF EPIDEMICS...:
Batavia, Feb. 19.
In his opening address at the meeting of the Advisory Council of the Eastern Bureau of the League of Nations for Epidemio logical Intelligence, at Bandoeng. Major Graham drew attention to the importance of wireless broad- casts of intelligence regarding epidemics; and the question of the effect of the extension of air traffic on the diffusion of diseases, like cholera and yellow favor.
He said the part played by the quarantine stations required red newod consideration, in view of the speeding up and alterations of, conditions-Router.
THE HONGKONG & WHAMPOA DOCK CO., LTD.
TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS MANIFESTO HONGKONG. Codes Used: A1, A.B.C. Fifth Edition, Engineering, First and Second Editions,
Western Union and Watkins, Benson's, Marconi,.'
Dock Owners, Ship Builders, Marine & Land Engineers, Boller Makers, Iron Steel & Brass Founders, Forge Masters, Electricians. The Company possesses Siz Granite Docks and 1wo Patent Slipways. The dimensions of No, 1 Dock are 700 ft. × 80 ft. × 30 ft. Call Mags, Hongkong Harbour.
International Code :-Engineer "K" or "U". Ship-wright "I". Boiler-maker“
STEAM TUG “FU PING”.
Built to the order of the Kailan Mining Administration, Tientsin, for service in Chinwangtso Dimensions Length. B.P., 110 ft,; breadth mid., 25 ft,, depth mla., 11 f.; 780-IH.P. Maan spard 11,65 knots on trial
Please address enquiries to the Chief Manager; .
R. M. DYER, B. So., MI.N.A., Kowloon Dock, Hongkon
BARBER WILHELMSEN LINE
FRANS-PACIFIC AND. ATLANTIC COAST SERVICE
İYİK PANAMA. WEXT SAILING M.S. "TAI YIN"
on FEBRUARY 20th
for
SHANGHAI, KOBE. YOKOHAMA, SAN FRANCISCO, LOS "ANGELES. NEW YORK & BOSTON,
42 Daya To New York
For Passenger and Freight information please apply :-
DODWELL & CO., LTD.
Queen's Buildings.
Agonis.
Telephant C. 1080.-
P. & O. BRITISH-INDIA, APCAR AND EASTERN & AUSTRALIAN LINES.
(COMPANIES incorporated in ENGLAND) *. Taking Cargo on through Bills of Lading for Straits, JAVK Kid Burms, Ceylon, India, Fersian Gulf, Mauritius, E. & 8.Afrļos,. Australasia, including, Now Zbalind & Queensland Ports, Rød Ben, Expyt, Constantinople, Greecs, Levantins. Forts,
ya •Zurope Etc.
PENINSULAR & ORIENTAL FORTNIGHTLY DIRECT ROYAL MAIL STRAMERS:
(UNDER CONTRACT WITH HM. GOVERNMENT.) |
B. 8.
MACEDONIA KASHMIR
KALYAN
+ALIFORE
¡Cargo only.
Tons
From Hong-
kong (about).
Destination
· | 11,120 || 1st Mar., Marseilles & L'don
8,985 8th Mar. | M'los, L'don, Hull, H'bg,
Rim, & Awerp |0,184 | 15th Mar. | M’les, L'don, Hull, R'dør
& Awerp
|||,5,273 | 19th Mar. | Straits, Columbo & B'bay
Frequent.connections › from Port said för Passengers 4. Cargo Constantinople. Pyrons, Smyrna and other Levant Ports by Bboundary the Xbedivtal Mail 8.8. Co.
TAKLIWA TILAWA
BRITISH INDIA-APCAR - SAILINGS.
..7,936 ¡
| 10,006 TALAHDA 8,018
TAKADA TALMA"
| 6,949 | 10,000 i
26th Feb, 15th Mar. 22nd Mar. 25th Mar
18th Apr.-
S'pore, Penang & Caloutta S'pore, Penang & Caloutts S'pore, Pening & Calcutta S'pore, Panang & Caloutta S'pore, Penang & Caloutta
B. L. Apcar Line steamors have excellent accommodation for: lat and 2nd class passengers. All steamers are fitted with wireless and carry a qualified surgeon.
EASTERN & AUSTRALIAN SAILINGS (South)
ST. ALBANS
*TANDA
NELLORE
6,956
4,500
6,958 1
28th Feb. 4th Apr. 2nd May.
Manila, Sandakan, Thurs, Island, Townsville, B’bans [Bydney and Melbourne.
*Calls Port Holland.
Regular Monthly Sailings from Hongkong to Japan and" Hongkong to Australia
The E. & A. 8.8. Co., Ltd, steşmers will also call at Shanghai, Ilolle Cebu, Kolambugan, Tawao, Timor, Darwin, or other.
r∙portą, on route. indacement offers.
Frequent connections from Australia with the followings- The Union 8.8. Co.'s Steamers to the United Kingdom via New Zealand, Vancouver, Ban Francisco, etc.,.
The P. & O. Royal Mail Steamers to London via Bues Canal: The P. & O. Franch Service of Steamers to London via the Cần The New Zealand Shipping Co. Steamers to Southampton and Londis Via Panama Canal.
*TILAWA
TALAHBA
SAILINGS TO SHANGHAI & JAPAN ·
RAWALPINDI TAKADA 1:
10,006 21 Feb D'light. Amos, Moji, Kobb, Yoko
8,018 28th Feb. ¡ Amoy, S'hal, Moji, Kobe
& Osaka M
| 16,613 1 78th Feb. | B'bai, Kobe & Yoko
6,949 4th Mar Amoy, Moji, Kobe, Yoko
Osaka
All dates are approximate and subject to alteration without notice.
WIRELESS ON ALL STEAMERS,
Parcels Measuring not more than 21 ft. x2ft x 1ft. will be received at the Co's Office up to noon on the day previous to 'sailing For Pantage Rater Handbooks, Felights, été,, amply to
MACKINNON, MACKENZIE &
J
P.&O. Bldg., Connaught Rd., C., Agente
GLEN LINE
Fare Hongkong to Londen #83,
TO LONDON, ROTTERDAM & HAR URG vie STRAITS & COLOMBS.
Motor Vassel "GLENAPP” A
Motor Vessel "GLENBEG" V Steamship"GLENIFFERT MR
TO SHANGHAI, KOBE, YOKOHAMA & VLAI Motor Vessel "GLENLUOR”- Steamship "CARNARVONSHIRE Motor Vessel, GLENI
For-
JARD