This Xmas worry is silly
You may search the shops.
for Novelties.
a gift...
But she'll always prefer, as
Silk Hosiery....
The 'brightest, and best VAN RAALTE.
OR
A CHIC HANDBAG
ESPECIALLY IF IT COMES
FROM
GORDON'S, LTD.
WHO HAVE THE BEST. Closing Hours:————
Monday to Friday 6. p.m. Saturday
DO NOT BUY-UNTIL YOU HAVE SEEN THE NEW
Westinghouse Refrigerator
AN electric refrigerator is an absolute necessity-a real investment.for no other method of food preservation can guarantee the absolute, automatic protection that is Inherent in the
the electric.
But don't be too harry in your selection. Compare other makes, point by point, with the Westinghouse. We know before you start that
you
they will all full short of comparison, but we want you to satisfy yourself,
Come to kee Com
us for a demonstration, and we are confident that the Westing. house will appeal to you as the last word in beauty, utility and engineering-
the utmost in economy. No obligation to you.
W
切り
7 p.m.
REISS MASSEY & CO., LTD.
7, Queen's Road. Tel. 28009.
Shameen,
Canton.
Call for a demonstration at our offices or at:--
RADIO SERVICES, LTD., Cloucester Bldg. WILLIAM C. JACK & CO., LTD., Powell's Bldg, H. K. ELECTRIC CO., LTD., Des Voeux Rd. C.
AND NOW-
WHITE'S
Upaco.
ELECTRIC BRUSH
made in both
LADIES' and MILITARY MODELS
Just switch on the electricity-and brush the hair for five minutes morning and night, and the electricity will help nature to restore that hair-beauty which is naturally yours.
USED BY THOUSANDS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.
ALSO A NEW MODEL IN THE COMB
Fitted with an attractive multi-coloured handle.
THESE HAVE ARRIVED JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS, and are now on sale at the leading Stores.
A PRACTICAL GIFT which will be truly appreciated.
Solo Agents (wholesale) W. R. LOXLEY & CO., Hongkong.
THE HONGKONG. TELEGRAPH. FRIDAY; DECEMBER 23, 1932.
FINE SERVICE WITH THE GOVERNMENT.
THE SPLENDID RECORD OF MR. SIRDAR KHAN
A no record of service in the Hongkong Government is the proud Achievement of Mr. Sirdar Khan, of the Harbour Office, who is shortly retiring and going back to India for a well-earned rest,
Mr. Sirdar Khan arrived in Hong. kong no a soldier in the Hong- kong Regiment as far back no 1897, but the lure of a good posi tion in the Government caused him to resign from military ser vice the following year, and he Joined the, British Post Office, in Shanghai, where he aubaequently acted as chief clerk in 1908 and in 1914.
In December 1914, Mr. Khan re- turned from Shanghai and joined the Hongkang Police Reserve. He was instrumental in forming and training the Indian Corps of the Hangkong Police Reserve, then numbering about 100 men.
As
result of his work for them he was promoted to the rank of Chief
COMING SOON
TO THE
KING'S
Inspector and placed in command RONALD!
of the Indian Corps, having two companies, each in command of a sub-inspector under him. On the disbandment of the Police Reserve after the war he was awarded a medal for good service.
Work During Strike. During the strike of 1925, - Mr. Khan was responsible for raising a section of Indian speelal con stables. and was given charge of a special constabulary of all - ionalities in the Eastern District. detailing men for duty nightly and himself taking a prominent part. Again in 1927 he was in- strumental in forming a company of Indians as special constabulary. and this section was soon after- wards transformed into the Hong-i kong Police Reserve, the present Indian company being the outcome of it. In recognition of his ser- vices he was promoted to the rank of A. S. P. (R) in July 1927, and given command of the Indian sec- tion, which work he has since car ried out to the satisfaction of all concerned,
Mr. Khan has been working in the Harbour Ofice since 1914, and has for several years been the chief clerk there.
His Social Activities, In his social
Mr. activities, Khan is best remembered as one)
of the founders of the Indian Mos- Jem Society, which began its exis-: tence ia 1916.
COLMAN
THE UNHOLY GARDEN
| DAY WEAY CHINE WIOR CARENHIMA
INDIAN DISORDERS.
EMERGENCY ORDINANCES MAY DISAPPEAR
London, Dec. 22. In the House of Commons to- day Sir Samuel floare announced that following the decision of the Councils, they were prepared to Indian Assembly and Provincial take powers to deal with any re- erudescence of trouble. He was glad to say that by the beginning of the New Year the, emergency Fordinances would be required no
longer-Reuter,
The Society's Khan, have retired from the Hong- funds are utliized for the upkeep cong Government Service, the of the Mosque and Mohammedan former having the title of Khan cametery, the expenses towards Sahib conferred on him, while a which it shares with another third brother, Captain Ajab Khan, body. The Society 1/90 re-is a retired military officer in In- patriates poor and needy Indians din, and has been decorated with who have lost their jobs, and have, the O. . E. and I. O. M. no means to return to India. It also settles the civil and other dis. putes between the members of the community, thus saving them the expense and trouble of legal prot ceedings. Mr Khan has had thei
He is being entertained this honour of holding the positions of afternoon by the Indian section of President, Hon. Secretary and the Hongkong Police Reserve.
Treasurer at different times in this Society.
Mr. Khan has also prominently associated himself with the neti-l vities of the Indian Recreation Club, and has been a member of their committee for seven years. during which period he has filled the position of Vice-President several times. He was also keen- ly interested in cricket, and cap tained the Club's second eleven on several occasions, besides having had the distinction of
Mr. Khan sails for India on January 23, and he will carry with him the best wishes of all his friends and acquaintancea in Jongkong.
IDEAL FAMILY! LAXATIVE
Even in the best regulated familics essential. Pinkettes, 50 gentle a good laxative for general use is yet both sexes, for old and young. efficacious, are equally good for winning Everyone needs an internal cleansing them the shield one year. Mr. occasionally, If upset, alck headaches Khan is also, the putting-the- and depression are to be avoided. weight champion at the Club, and Keep your family, fit by the use of at every sports meet has carried
off this distinction.
Mr. Sirdar Khan is not the only
lustrious member of his family. Two other brothers, Khan Sahib
PINKETTES
Hasham Khan and Mr. Khawas Dainly over and laxative pill.s
FOR YOUR XMAS WEEK TREAT
LOVE ON THE SPOT
THE BEST BRitish MusicaL
featuring
RICHARD DOLMAN and ROSEMARY AMES Adapted from "THREE OF A KIND,”
BY SAPPER
COMING SHORTLY TO THE QUEEN'S
Hongkong.
DOWN THROUGH THE AGES" Christmastide has been celebrated. by merrymaking and feasting - and, always has the-
CHRISTMAS TURKEY
taken pride of place at the
FESTIVE BOARD,
Never were turkeys better than in the year-
1932
--but how is the time to make sure that the Dairy Farm keeps one for you.
CHRISTMAS FARE at the
DAIRY FARM includes- CAPONS CHICKENS GEESE DUCKS PHEASANTS-
——GAME
ENGLISH HAMS
PRIME MEATS and BACON
Sausage Meat
for Stuffing
PRIME FED PORK SUCKING PICS
a variety of Cheese and other Dairy Products of the finest quality—
The Dairy Farm Quality! THE DAIRY FARM, ICE & COLD STORAGE CO., LTD.
Kowloon,
PERFUMES & TOILET PREPARATIONS
All at Very Competitive Prices. Special Discount for Quantities.
Chanel Perfumes.
Uno Idee
No. 22.
Gardenia No. 5.
Carotis Perfumes.
Nuit de Noel Pois de Senteur. Narcisse Noir Acaciosa.
Morny's Perfumes.
June Roses. Chaminado..
Houbigant Perfumos.
Mon Boudoir. Quelques Fleurs. Au Matin
Essence Rare.
Racquel Perfume.
No. 5.
Lentheric Perfumes,
Lotus D'or Miracle.
Eau Fil de L'eau. 4711 Perfumes.
Tosca.
Cieldorado.
Ambra.
Rhine Gold.
D'orsay Perfumes.
Toujour.
Toujour Fidel.
Canika.
Royal Origan.
Vivelle Perfumes.
Tansy.
Peony.
Coeur de L'eto.
Coty's Perfumes.
Emeraude. Chypre.
Jacee. Styx.
LANE, CRAWford, LTD.
Perfumery Dept.
For the Festive
Season
We are offering a limited
quantity of the famous
N. J. Club Whisky at
$5.00 por bottle.
$56.00 per case duty paid.
LANE, CRAWFORD, LT
Wine & Spirit Dept.
All Departments will remain open until 6 p.mL
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