BATCH OF TRAFFIC CASES
SEVERAL
OFFENDERS
IN COURT
HORN NUISANCE Cause of dangerous driving and of blowing horns cessarily figured in this morning's list of traffic ensea before Mr. Schofield at the Central Magistracy,
Raham, the Indian driver of No. 144, a hire cur, was summoned for falling to stog after coming into collision with a man enrrying bass kets, for speeding in Queen's Road Central, ud for carrying no excess number of passengers.
SPANISH FLIER
HELD UP
WAITING FORMOSA
PERMISSION
THE
HONGKONG
TELEGRAPE.
NOTED FRENCH
VIOLINIST
MME CHEMET TO APPEAR HERE
TUESDAY, JUNE 14, 1932.
FRENCH FEARS OF DISARMAMENT
M. BONCOUR'S CHANGE OF VIEW
The misfortunes which have, al-
In view of the forthcoming
Paris, May 18. tended the closing stage of Senor appearance in Hongkong of the Considerable interest is being Reiny Loring's fight to Manila distinguished French violiniste, taken in the recent declaration of from Madrid continue. Following Madame Renee Chemet, lovers of M. Paul Roncour,
permanent the recent minor mishap to his instrumental music here will be French delegate to the League of machine. whereby the under-interested in the following account Nations, who, in a speech at carriage was slightly damaged, of Mme. Chemet's farewell recitalDijon, apparently in contradiction The to the thesis hitherto upheld by M. the weather conditions have now given recently in Tokyo. definitely set in against him. musient critic of the Japan Times Tardieu, is ready to envisage an He has received a warning from wrote:-"Madame Renee Chemet immediate reduction of French the Director of the Manila O gave the last concert in Tokyo of armaments without any increase
the present servatory pointing out that the her present trip to Jupun before | Bason is too late for A directa capacity audience which packed Fecurity,
guarantees of
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Hight from Hongkong to Manila,the large Hibiya Municipal Ball The importance of his remarks the prevailing wind and other last night. The convert Wases in the fact that M. Boncour, weather factors being against devoted entirely to famous French though nominally a member of the Regarding the fleet charge,,ta-Ruch an attempt. AR Senor Lor-compatrs and Win under theSocinHat Party, is far from hald- pector Saunders stated that on May inge's machine carries only suf-patronage of the French Embassying his party's views on disarma-Song-Malome Hotterfly.Fine Fine Day (Pur- 29 while driviør alteur Caine Road, ¦ Ricient aviation spirit for eight "Madame Cheret has given un-ment, and has always upheld defendant overtook twn, Sanitary hours of Dying, there is an ex.sparingly of her talent In previous Pranee's claim for security. Whe Department coolies, and while one
Tremely slight margin for head concerts here to the works of com-ther M. Boncour has always be- ancceeded in crossing the rond ont winds and other hazards, so that poser of all nations but it was loved that an immediate reduction of the way of the car, the ather, the possibilities of completing the felt that an entirely French prn-of French armaments was justified
fight to Manila via Swatow, Amoy her final appearance in Tokyo. rantees, and has only been waitingChorus Faue-Soller Chorge (od)
gramme would be appropriate to b. the present international gun-1 and Formosa are being explored.
It is understood that Senor Madame Chiemet again proved last for the change in Parliament to Loring has obtained permission night that she is entitled to rank say so, or whether it is only re- from the Chinese authorities for with the greatest masters of the frently, and as a result of his ex- the first two landings, but
violin, such as Fritz Kreister, | pericuce at the Disarmament Con- Japanese Government has not yet others. Her bow works was magni- this view, his utterances cannot Mischa Elman, Jascha Helfetz and ] fervare, that he has come round to
granted permission for the ball
Reent She plays with much spirit | fail to engry weight. at Formosa. Until this is obtain- but at the same time with perfect ed nothing can be done, and the airman naturally I chafing at his enforced delay.
who was carrying two bankets con- taining broken bottles stung from a bamboo pole, was unable
to
escapo a collision. The car's mud gaard struck one of the baskets and threw him to the ground. His Jeg was badly ent by n broken
bottle.
The car stopped and reversed, To get clear of the rubbish, and per- hapa, said the Inspector, of the 200. lie as well. The injured mun was taken to hospital where he was ile. tained for two days. He still went there daily as an out-patient.
On this charge, the was fined ten dollars..
defendant
DANGEROUS SPEED.
Presenting the polive ense in re- spect of the summons for danger- ous driving, Traffic Sergt. Me- Innes stated that the offence occur. et in Queen's Hond tra
entering
When
DY'.
Aguilar Street from Queen'a unrelaxed speed of between 25 to 30 miles an hotte, this in spite at the fact that water-carriers at the street fountains in this becality were going up and down. At one time he (the officers had expected one of these carriers to be knocked over by the ear. Fortunately, there were not many people about at the Lime.
Komt, the defendant maintained an
On this charge, the defendant was fined $39.
The defendant was conveying
at the passengers
time-namely three men.
Two women and four children-in a car with na ordinary seating capacity for five 'persons, which fact neeminted for the third charge of carrying an excess nur ber of passengers. On this charge, he was find $5. making a total of $45 on all three connis.
TOO MANY TOOTS,
WUCHOW NOTES
THOUSANDS GO ON
PILGRIMAGE
Wuchow, June 11.
the
the
melodious harmony, a combination They are much criticised by the rare in any but the greatest artists, Nationalist Press,
which poiala
Her playing is entirely devoid of out that while the Tardien Gov mannerisms and her natural charment, is still officially in charge. the official delegate has no right bespeaks her marvellous training.
lu express views which are dil- Mailame Chemet combines great
ferent froRE い French effeint understanding with the charm and
pulier. grace characteristje of French Wonen With all this she has perfect technique.
"The numbers selected last night required a great range of inter-
from pretation.
the extremely
classical to the light pieces given us encores. lute her playing she is able to impart a singing quality. The fact that she was able to hold
RECOGNITION OF MANCHUKUO.
JAPANESE PARTIES URGE
EARLY ACTION
Tokyo, June 13.
and Minselto
The river steamers, Kong Ning and Tai Hing feit Wachow yester- day afternoon crowded with pas- sengers en route to Yuel Shing.
all city on the banks of the
such 超 large audience in the West River. Every year on
Į single
The Sriyukał 8th day of the 5th month thousands on hall with
make a pilgrimage instrument such as the violin isparties have decided to present a of people
and joint resolution to the Diet to- to this city, where a temple is erect- ample poof of the charm
morrow, urging the Government ed over the bones of the Mother of finish of her playing."
to recognise the Manchukua Gor- crument as soon as possible. The overnment appeara sympathetic to the matter but ellelal quarters intimate that definite action is un- likely before the contents of the Lytton Commission's report are revealed in September.
a Dragon. Special steamers run Mine. Chemet is to give
one
from Hongkong. Canton, Wuchow, recital in Hongkong, at the King's und intermediate points to accom-Theatre at 9,30 pm. on the 24th modate the thousands of devotees instant.
who make the trip.
The itinerary of the Kong Ning includen Yuel Shing, the marble caves at Shiu Hing, the Buddhist Monastery below the "Gorge, and a stop over at Samshul, arriving in Hongkong on Monday.
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Count Uchida, chairman of the S.M.R., who arrived in Tokyo yes- terday, is known to favour early Two additional aeroplanes were delivered to the Kwangsi Provin-
recognition, and consequently pro einl Government on Thursday. The
ponents of the proposal are hoping he will accept the Premier's offer planes passed through Wiehow made for the entertainment
of the Foreign portfolio, Inner en route to Nanning. One of the Servier Mou, was evidenced at
circles intimate that the accep- planes was a large twin-motored the European Y.M.C.A. Kowloon
what surelypite the widespread bellef that his |
tance is by no means assured, des- [RELIEF FOR FARMERS. monoplane, the latest thing in aero-last evening when, pinnes.
must have been one of the nest acceptance is certain. The driver of another hire car. The Kwangsi University at Wu- | successful, whist-drives ever held No. 210, was guminjoned for un- show closed its spring semester this in the Colony, was enjoyidl by the. necessary use of the motor horn, week. The University" staff and Y.M.C.A. guests. The incident occurred in Holly-students will not have to return to || Soj packed was the new West wood Road on May 27, stated the clogs work until the anturin. Sex- Lounge with tables that extra police.
gral changes have been made in the tables but to be provided on the faculty; seven new professors will veranda. begin work with the autumn Happy thoughts were expressed semester.---Our Own Correspon-in the catering arrangments and
Defendant clained that he sound- ed three tine en is horn to warn water carriers who were in his way,
The police conceded that blowing | dent. the horn was pecessary in view of
2.
JAPANESE LOWER HOUSE PASSES MEASURE
Count Uchida is conferring with the War Minister. General Araki on the policy in Manchuria, the possible recognition of Man-
Tokyo, June 13. chukuo. It is expected that Count
The Seiyukal resolution for the Uchida will see Viscount Saito, relief of farmers has been passed Premier, to-day or to-morrow with by the Lower House unanimously. reference to the invitation to be-Viscount Saito, Premier, declared with the music played through.come Foreign Minister.-Reuter, out the evening: another feature was the very large attendance of lady guests, and altogether the evening was Tor
thoroughly enjoy- able.
the speed at which the ear was beat the Canton wharf, that he was ing driven, but what accused should able to catch it. have done on approaching there water carriers was to bare slower down. In any event, it was not necessary for him to have sounded his horn as much as he did.
The defendant was fined $b.
NAVAL YARD DANGER. For dangerous driving, the chau- feur of private ear No. 106 was fined $25.
Sergt. Melanes, who chased the man on his biegele, reported that he followed
the A:เง way
were:
On being told the reasons speeding, his Worship remarked:-- "Ife was wasting his time smoking The prize winners opium."
Ladies. 1st. Mrs. Moas; 2nd, A fine of $40 was imposed, accom. [Mrs. Allen; booby, Mrs. Whoda, panied by a recommendation from Geuls.-1st, Mr. Sherson; 2nd, the Beneb for the licence tu be Mr. Cunningham; hooby, Mr. rancelled.
Williams.
Mrs. Clarke.
Ladies top Score first half.
bent bend of a tran, a public ear For cutting across the City Hall driver, summoned by Traffic Ser It is understood that the next geant Brittain, was fined $10.
whist-drive will be held on Hongkong & Shanghai Taxi | June 27, tickets for which may be * Co. driver, summoned for reckless obtained from the Y.M.C.A. the
in along Queen's Road driving In Caine Roadt, was fined addition to sources of supply pro towards Manchai. All along the speed maintained by the de$30 and warned regarding the pos.vided outside for the greater con- fendant was 25 miles an hour,ibility of having his licence can-venience of Service men.
even when he was pasing the Con- text Market and also when he was passing the Naval Dockyard at an hour when workmen were issuing through the gate.
"I was merely calling for my master to come down," pluded Hay Pui, a chauffeur in private employ who was unioned for creating a nuisance by sounding his horn in- necessarily at 11.10 pan, outside a house in Lockhart Rond.
It.
celled.
Inspector Alexander stated that the man attempted to pass a large private car which he had overtaken at the bend at Shing Wong Street, coming almost into collision with witness who was approaching from
FOOLISH CALL TO BRIGADE
ALARM
the opposite direction in his motor MINOR MISHAP CAUSES eyele combination. The bend, he further pointed out. was a dan Kerous one for such manoeuvre.
LADY FINED.
risky
Nevouaneza ou the part of a Water carrier at a street fountain
JAPANESE ARMY
HEADQUARTERS TO BE MOVED TO CHANGCHUN
Mukden, June 13.
Japanese sources state that the headquarters of the Japanese army in Manchuria are shortly to be removed from Dairen to Chang- chun.
but
it was the intention of the Gov- ernment to put it into effect as soon as possible.-Reuter.
Developments Threat,
Tokyo, June 13. The city is at present deluged with peasant delegations from all parts of Japan, urging on the au- thorities the necesalty for imme- diate rellef measures in agrarian districts, and threatening further developments, if the situation is not remedied quickly.
out.
The Army is fully alive to the dangers of the situation, and is do- Three cities were considered, ing its utmost to stave off the post- Mukden, Changchun and Harbin, albility of serious agrarian
the military authorities breaks. finally decided on the capital of the new Manchukuo State, and the necessary barracks and other quarters are shortly to be con- structed. This will take place as soon as purmission is received from Tokyo.--Reuter.
WATER LEVELS.
WEST, NORTH AND EAST RIVERS
The Prime Minister, Viscount Saito, also recognises the gravity of the situation, and is doing his best to relieve It.
It is believed that the peasant de- legations are being directed by a Central organisation-Reuter.
PROMOTION AHEAD
SIR MILES LAMPSON'S FUTURE DISCUSSED
London, June 13. The future of Sir Mlles Lampson, British Minister to Chinn, la being discussed in diplomatic circles, on the assumption that he is unlikely Junto return to China on the expiration of the leave of six months, which ho is at present enjoying, except per- hapa, for a few months,
Traffic Sergeant M. Clark atated that the man had sounded his syren ;
Miss In How-hing, of 11, Ken- in Tai Hang is believed to have
The following table issued by five times before fu put a stop to nedy Road, the owner of a saloon be the cause of a call bring
Conser- car, was summoned for disobeying sent through to the Central Fire the Kwangtung River
Commission shown the A fine of $7 was imposed, the de- the signal at the Arsenal Street Brigade this morning just as the vaney
heavy rain commenced, summon- height of water in English feet fendant having had a previous conjunction, in that she continued to
on the dates named in the West, viction, for a similar effoner, drive along Queen's Road when the appliances to the scene.
signal was against her and in it was found that the alarm was
On the arrival of fire appliances North and Enst Rivers:
Highest exs Lowest June favour of traffic coming up from false and the engines later re-
rezuri, un recar. 12 West Niver at Arsenal Street,
Įturned to their Stations.
#hiubing.. 41.7 She complained that this light was From unofficial sources, how. North liver at
Telngyuen, +26,1 much too high for her i have ever, is stated that some met North River observed it, but was toht that it were at a street fountala just bc
mchut +27.3 -6,3 could not possibly be placed lower.fore the
Ex River si rain commenced, and
.Sheklung 128,0 -37
SMOKING OPIUM.
The fact that his employer had been lingering over his opłumu pipe, and, nwakening to the fact that he was late in catching the bont to Canton, had told his chauffeur to drive at a furious rate through the city, was admitted by the chauffeur who was summoned for dangerous driving.
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His promotion to ambassadorial runk is regarded as likely to be an- nounced before the end of 1982. Several embassies in Europe and South America are likely to be vacant in 1933.
His Worship remarked that if at when the downpour suddenly sturt- hundred yards she saw a greened one of them slipped and was light, she must not expect it to re-injured. Fearing that he would main green. The fault was with be washed away" by a stream of Traffic Sergt. Clark said he chas- the owner if she bought, a car with water which was flowing down
The only question is whether Sir ed the car from a starting point in a low hood, as she had stated. the street, a companion instantly
Miles will succeed in one, or whether Hennessey Rond, towards the city, Inspector Alexander said that the telephoned to the Fire Brigade for | LATEST CABLED QUOTATIONS | Sir Robert Vansittart, Permanent and stressed the fact that even at light had previously been lowered, | assistance l
Under-Secretary of State —-16 Hillés un hour on he bleyde, he- and this was the fit for a long ---Tite men had=1811-the-scene-by- -Viessin;---Carroll Bros, have re- | Foreign Affairs, would care to ex- was unable to overtake the car, time that he had heard a complaint the time of the arrival brigade, celved the following latest quota- |change his present appointment for Further, it was not until the tar from ♫ motorist regarding the Whose officers were unable to dis- tions of Shanghai shares, hnd turned back to town, apparent- | position of the light. ly after having deposited the owner Mies I was fined $10.
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one, in which event Sir Miles might be naked to auccoed Sir Robert Vansittart-Reuter,
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Whanghai. fighting.