RUBBER OUTPUT RESTRICTION.
NEW APPROACH BY DUTCH GOVT.
AGREEMENT HOPE.
The Hague, Mar. 10. Hopes for an
be- agreement tween British and Dutch [TD=
Dutch
THE
NANKING STEEL FOUNDRY.
Contract Given to German Firm.
FULL DETAILS.
HONGKONG
TELEGRAPH.
HOPES & FEARS IN NORTH.
SHANGHAI OUTLOOK.
PUZZLING,
CHINA'S STAND. ·
Berlin, Mar, 10. Full detalls of the arrangement ducer for the restriction of between the Nanking Government rubber output have been revived and a famous German Arm for the by an announcement that negotin- prection of large fron and steel tions are pending in London works in China, have now been dis-sembly's resolution of March 4, which will be attended by Heer | closed, Luytfor, Adviser to the
The firm concerned in the scheme Colonial Minister and a Britlah Is the Gute Hoffningshrette, of Government oficial.
Oberhausen, one of the works bc- Hear Luytjes has been in-longing to the Haniel concern. structed to point out
The $101- A contract has already been culties with which the Dutch Gov-signed with the Nanking Govery ernment la faced and to acquaintment, and the Oberhausen firm wil himself with the British ideas erect an iron and steel foundry in with view to an early decision the neighbourhood of Nanking, for by the Dutch Government.
the production of rolled iras, steel
The Committee, of The Dutch and pig-iron. Rubber Growers Association, who
are all restrictionists, haye niso
Capital Agreement,
left for London to confer with The necessary capital will be sup- British growers who favour a re- piled by Messrs. Haniel on credit striction sehrnte.
to the Chinese Government, repay The present negolintions are a able in Instalenients. The continuation of last November's | Hon iA estimated discussions, which were attended by Dr. Van Der Waals, a Dutch Government official, - Heater,
COOLIE'S FIND OF AMMUNITION.
DESCRIBED AS “AN OLD FOOL."
An old natio numed Tsang Shing
was charged before Mr. Fraser at the Kawloon Magistracy this morning with possession of 87 rounds of 38 ammunition,
Inspector Smith, who proscent- ed, afhted that the police raided a
tu cost
FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 1932.
THE DANUBIAN COUNTRIES.
ECONOMIC FUTURE
DISCUSSED..
London, Mur. 10. Answering a House of Commons question
to-day, the Foreign Under-Secretary, Captain Eden, stated that some weeks ago the British Government Initiated between the Great Powers on the preliminary exchange of views
Danubian countries. economic restoration of the
A
Shanghai, Mar. 10, "The Japanese authorities At Shanghat, both civil and military, tions with the Chinese authorities are prepared to enter into negotin- in accordance with the League As-
Owing to material difficulties of Baya a Note handed to the Chineso arranging simultaneous meetings authorities by the Japanese Minis-nt Geneva between the representa- ter, Mr. Shigemitsu.
tives of these Powers, It has been imposable an yet to carry the discussion to a point where any announcement could be made by the British Government in regard to any plan of action, but it was the intention of the Foreign Secretary to pursue the matter in Governments collaboration with the other concerned. British Wireless,
of
The Note adds: "As there is reason to some naxlety concerning entertain adorn the front, it is deemed a matter argent necessity forthwith to reach as early as posalble definite ngre and then discuss and determine the ment for the cessation of bostllitlen
arrangement for the withdrawal of the Japanese forces.
"The Japanese authorities have all along presisted that the Japan- ese attitude on the matter has been understood by the Chinese authori erecties. However, having falled to thorities since the aforesaid re- hear anything from the Chinese III- solution was passed, they wish to make clear beyond all doubt their lines laid down in the resolution.- readiness to negotiate along the Reuter.
17820,000,000 but it will not begin until normal conditions in China
Bave been restored.
ugree-
The Chinese-Hoffnung ment provides for the issue to the Company of Chinese Government bands to the value of G$20,000,000
per cent, interest, re- devniæble in ten years by instal-
fruter,
zit.
זירות
"LADIES NIGHT.”
SUCCESSFUL EVENT
AT YM.C.A.
An
A Japanese View. Shanghai, Mar, 10, 6.09 p.m. Declaring that the Chinese hitherto had made no mave te im- plement the League Assembly's re- solution of March 4, n Japanese diplomat seen by Reuter said the outlook was not very hopeful.
He believed China intended to rely on the League rather than on direct negotiations with Japan, atd now apparently is waiting for the
SUN COMPANY TRICKED.
CUSTOMER'S RUSE SUCCEEDS.
An unknow
Chinese walked Hugo the Sun Company's store in Des Vouex Road Centrni yester day and, promising payment of cash on delivery, ordered Fone $300 worth of goods, to be sent to No. 14. Front Row, Bay View.
The goods were delivered at an hour arranged, and the cus- tomer, who was at the address to take delivery, requested the two coolies bringing the goods to fix up a hedstead he had included in the order. While they were so occupled, The capacity of the West Lounge decision of the Assembly before the coolies found that he had taken he disappeared, and house in Po Kwong Rond, and on at the YMCA. was laxed to its plying to Mr. Shigemitsu's note. the ground floor, where the defent last night, when the the military angle was quiet. Adashery, which they had left in He declared that the position from away the other goods, consisting of leather trunks, cloth and haber- dant lived, found the ammunition.ight Gor March was held.
erssation of hostilitles existed, but Defendant was some months ago unusually enjoyable programme was
an adjoining room. employed by a seaman to repair a eyed by the large gathering no agreement making the suspen-
The trick has been reported to hat in Ma Thu Wai. The ammuni after dinner, and the artistes whosion final had been reached. When
the police. the Japanese tion was hidden in the roof of contributed in such a degree to the this was achieved. the bat and to the process of success of the function were well could hold a conference with the repair, it kept it and took it home with the
of the Japanese forces,--Renter. Intention of selfing it. About
Chinese Reply, four days ago, he asked someone to bug the ammunition, and this | person later told the police of the matter, as a result of which the defendrant WITH arrested. The police had made inquiries into the matter and were satisfied that this
logy was probably true.
"Defendant is just an old fool," concluded Inspector Smith.
fell out. Defendant worthy of the reception accorded Chinese ta discuss a withdrawal { special Assembly convoked to con- †
|
them.
The inimitable G.W.E. True, whese songs at the piano are no less popolar than his wanderings over The keyboard set the had rolling with a delightful' effort entitial "And Her Mother Cams Too", and for it, was naturally encored. A row, harmonisations. improvisa tions and sensations with the piano helped to satisty an insistent
andi pez.
sider the Sino-Japanese dispute has drawn up a resolution pro- Shanghai, Mar. 10, 10.13 p.m. posing the creation of a Commis- China's reply to the Japanese sien of nineteen, including the terms for peace was handed to president, M. Hymans, and twelve Sir Miles Lampson to-day, for Council members, to consider the transmission to the local Japanese | subject and report to another authorities.
Assembly on May 1.
It says that the Chinese Govern- It is anticipated that the Japan. ment, having accepted the resolu-ene will accept the resolution, tion of the League Assembly, is which after that will do passed. prepared to enter into negotiations The draft resolution was sub- The names of Mrs. H. L. Lock-in accordance with the terms of mitted last night to the bureau of a law-abiding citizen and has just hart and Mrs. P. St. A. Sharpham the resolution passed at Geneva on the Assembly from the sub-com- foolishly kept this ammunition?—are now household words in Hong-March 4, and on the understand-mittees appointed to co-ordinate Yes.
His Worship:--You think he is
Insperter Smith remarked that the ammunition was old.
His Worship adjourned the case for further enquiries.
NEWS. SELLERS'
LICENCES.
WHOLE MATTER BEING REVIEWED.
Miss North Plint, D.R.C.M., a} newcomer to Ladies' Night fine-
right resolutions.
ng and with their appearance on Ing; the programme the success of thei Firstly, that such negotiations It is expected that a plenary evening was assured. Bath sang
are limited to the matter pertain-session of the Assembly will be delightfully. Mrs. Lockhart's Ing only to definite cessation of held on Saturday. "My Dear Soul" was particularly | hostilities and complete withdrawnl
Press reports state it is under- stood that the resolution to be put enjoyed as was Mrs, Sharphan's of the Japanese forces. "Comin' Through the Rre".
three sec- Secondly, no condition shall be forward will contain attached to such withdrawal.
tions, in which the preamble will assert the solemn and binding It goes on to say: tions, gave some extremely fino "The receipt, through Sir Miles authority of the League Covenant violin soles and was repeatedly re- Lampson, ef a communication from and will place particular emphasis called, while Mrs. Lowes-Smith the Japanese authorities, makes it upon the observance of Article Ten concerning the national inte- offered appropriate accompaniment. clear that the Japanese are equally grity of any member of the Lea-
The VM.CA. jester, Mr. Jack | ready to enter into the proposed
gue, and will affirm that no mem- firenbam, whose impromptu pun- negotiations. The Chinese Govern-ber of the League can regard as
tran caused The increase in the number of ing
ment considers, therefore, that the legal and valid any territorial or best form, way is open for commencing such political gain newspaper hawkers, licensed and laugh, was in bis
obtained without otherwise, resulting from the local which is suflicient to indicate that negotiations," Reuter.
The
sanction of the League or by boom in Shanghai war news, again he was one of the big successes of
arned intervention, received the attention of the the evening. Two elever comedy Magistrate (Mr. Wynne-Jones) at, aided by some irrelevant the Central Police Court thist amusing patter, helped to
keep the audience in a state of morning.
Mr. T. II. King, the Acting mirth for some twenty minutes! Inspector General of Police, referring to a case before the Court yesterday, said that a news paper report with regard to what the prosecuting police officer, Inspector Shastain, had said about
many
Mrs. A. W. Ingram gave a selec- tion of recitations, including the famous
Australian "classic," Ginger Megs, the nudlence dis playing their appreciation in no uncertain manner.
Messrs. R. Dormer and E. P.
New Attack Feared. Shanghai, Mnr. 10, 6.33 p.m. According to Chinese reports, the Japanese are constructing an aerodrome at Liuho. Chinese army circles 'fear that the Japanese are preparing for another attack Reuter.
four
and
Foreign Forces. Shanghai, Mar. 10 6.09 p.m. A total of 85 warships are at pre- sent at Shanghai and Woosung. not having received instructions Selk, further YMCA, contrib transports; Britain B, the United
Japan has 55, including not to charge these people was mis-tars, kept the cathering convulsed States 15, France 4, the Nether lending. Any suggestion, Mr. King with a anche diversion, while said, that the police had not taken Mr. F. V. Whitta wound up the
lands one, Italy 4 und Portugal 2. notice of what bla Worship had programme with a clever hi The Japanese forces ashore are stated was contrary to the fact. amusing description of the Life estimated at 40,000 troops Before his Worship had comment History of Sir Walter Raleigh, 4,500 naval units,--Reuter.
Curfew Hour Being ed on the question, he (Mr. King) which, although not to be found had been in communication with the in school text books, should be!
Extended. Secretary for Chinese Affairs. Once again the Y.M.C.A. Ladies' Shanghai, Mar. 10, 6.38 p.m. The matter was being reviewed in Night proved itself to be one of As a result of the amelioration Its entirety, apart from the ques- the most successful events or- of the situation, the Municipal tion of an increase in the number ganised by the Association, and Council hus decided as, from March of licences, Mr. King added.
the Social Committee is to be 12 that the curfew hours of the congratulated on its achievement. International Settlement be from The programme was one of the 11.30 p.m. to 4 a.m., instead of be- most entertaining and stimulating ginning at 10 p.m. yet presented in the building and it was fitti-- there should be such
SNATCHER SENT TO GAOL
PORTUGUESE LADY
ROBBED.
a large gathering to display its appreciation.
Amusement reserts and others whose business has sufferet severe. ly since the curfew was imposed, are greatly relieved, not to mention those accustomed to enjoying the She amenities of Shanghai's famous shouted out for help and
gave night life. chase. the defendant running in
Shipping Resuming.
nuatched her
handbag.
A bag-snatching Incident In the direction of Chatham Road, With the removal of the war Austin Road yesterday afternoon when he was caught by a young zone, shipping is rapidly zeturning had a sequel at the Kowloon man whose name the police did to normal. Most of the Chinese Magistracy, before Mr. Fraser, not know.
companies have restored the coastal this morning, when a youth named
he Hia Worship:--Dld use and river services, while it is be- Taoi Tin-hay was charged with violence on you, Mias. Souna lieved those foreign companies anatching a handbag from Mies No. your Worship..
which dropped Shanghai from their E. Sousa.
His Worship (to defendant) - Itinerary when hostilities were at Inspecter Elston informed his it is lucky for you that you did their height, will now again in- Worship that Mies Souza was just not use violanco. Just to show clude it--Rester. etering St. Mary's Convent at you what to expect If you commit
Commission of Nineteen, about 6 p.m. yesterday when de these offences, I sentence you to
Genova, Mar. 10. fendant came up behind her and six months' hard inbour.
The drafting committee of the
The history of the various steps taken in the League Council will. it is stated, be reviewed, and reasserted in the resolution. of which the third section will deal with the numbers, personnel and competence of the commission to be established by the League to supervise peace negotiations.- | Reuter and British Wireless.
Title of Emperor.
Changchun, Mar. 10. It is predicted to-day that the ceremonies in connexion with. Mr.
Pu Yi's installation are not yet complete, and it is expected that within a few days he will be pro- claimed Emperor.
[LI
Already his entourage are giving im that title.
Tonight Changchun city walls were plastered with oficial nouncements. The new Govern. ment recognises all treaties con. cluded with foreign Powers before the Revolution in 1911.
The Cabinet appointments were announced to-night, and include Chang Heino-heu, Mr. Pu Yi's tutor, na Premier, and the redoubt. able Chinese horo, Gen. Ma Chan- shan, as War Minister.
The
include a appointments Japanese named Komai nɛ Chief of the General Department of the Cabinet-Reuter Morning Post Special.
RADIO BROADCAST
A SPECIAL PROGRAMME OF RECORDS.
Broadcast by Z. B. W. on a waves length of 355 metres. (845 K.C.).
6.00-7.00 p.m. Chinese Programme. 7.00-10.30 p.m. European Pro. Framme.
7.03-0.00 p.m. A Programme of records kindly loaned by "The British Film Distribution Company" and played on "Western Electric Sound Equipment."
8.00 p.m.
(Local Time). 7.03-7.13 p.m.
"This is the Missus"-"Life is Just Bowl of Cherries"-"That's Why Darkles Were Bora" (From George White's "Scandals").'
Played by Pavi Whiteman and Itis Orchestra.
7.27-8.20 p.m. (Approx:). First Two Episodes of A Radio Mystery in Six Episoden "The Amber God" (Henry H. Clifford).
8.20-9.00 p.m. (Approx:). "Leave the Rest to Naturo" (From "The Chance of a Nightime").
Sung by Billle Lockwood. "King of Jazz" Selections.
Played by the Regal Cinema Orch. "You are my Heart's Delight" (From
"The Land of Smiles"). Sung by Frank Titterton (Tenor). "Klas Walt
"Wine, Women and Song"-Waltz.
Played by Johann Strauss and s Orchestra, "Tu-day I Feel so Happy" (Prom
"Sunshine Sumla").
Sung by Renate Muller (Soprano), "Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2".
Excerpta (Liszt-Wood). "Partita in E" (Boch-Wood).
Played by Sir Henry J. Wood con- ducting the New Qeen's Hall Orch. "Patiendly Smiling" (From "The
Land of Smilca").
Sung by Frank Titterton (Tenor). 7.13-7.27 p.m.
Selections from "Vienness Nights."
Played by The Millionairee. "Plantation (Melodies.”
Played by Herman Finck and Orch. "Just Because I Lost my Heart
to You" (From "Sunshine Susic"). Sung by Renate Muller (Soprano).
9.00-10.30 p.m.
Operatie Concert from Studio.
Programme. Pianoforte Solo.
Rigoletto-Concert Paraphrase-
(Verdi-Liszt) Miss Luba Pecker.
Songa,
(n) Cavatina from "The Queen of
"Sheba" (Gounod).
(b) Eben ne andro lontano from
"Vally" (Catalan!). Madame Elisibeth Ferrajolo
(Soprano) accompanied by
Professor Gualdi,
Songa.
(a) Berceuse de "Jocelyn"
(Godard). (b) Arioso de "Benvenuto"
(Diaz). Mr. Li Chor Chi (Tenor) accom“
panied by Man Zemmerman. Songs.
(a) Reelt. and Aria from "Rinaldo" Lascia Ch'io Pianga (Handel). (b) The Powers that Dwell Below from "Alceste" (Gluck). Mrs. Helen Lockhart (Contralto) accompanied by Mrs. Scott-Liitin,
Songs.
(a) Eel tu cha macchiavi-"Ballo In Maschera" (Verdi). (b) Deh vieni alla finestra-"Don
Glovana!" (Mozart). Mr. G. F. D'Aquino (Baritone) accompanied by Miss Luba Pecker. Planoforte Solo.
Valse from "Faust" (Gounod-
Liszt) Miss Luba Pecker. Songs.
(a) Oh! Recall Not from
"Sonnambula" (Bellini). (b) O cleli nzurri from "Aida"
(Verdi). Madome Ellanbeth Ferrajolo
(Soprano) accompanied by
Professor Gualdi.
Songs.
(a) Una Furtiva Lagrima from
"L'Elisir d'Amore" (Donizetti). (5) Racondita Armonia from "La Tosen" (Puccini). Mr. Li Chor Chi (Tenor) accom- panied by Professor Guildi,
Songa.
Softly Awakes My Heart from "Samson and Delilah" (Saint-Saens). Mrs. Holen Lockhari (Contralto) accompanied by Mrs. Scott-Little,
Songa.
(a) Senza tetto, sonzt cuna from
"Guarany (Gomen). (b) If balen del nuo sorriso from "Il Trovatore" (Verdi), Mr. G. F. D'Aquino (Baritone) accompanied by Miss Luba Pecker. 10.33 p.m. Close Down.
NO END TO CRAZY NOTORIETY.
(Continued from Page 6.)
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