ARMY'S GOOD RECOVERY
BRIGHT BATTING
TO-DAY
GARTHWAITE'S 97
The Army made a splendid recovery in their arcond innings against the Navy on the Club ground to-day, carrying the overnight score of 81 for 2 wickets to 238.
SZECHUAN PEACE
HOPES
KWEICHOW ALSO QUIETER
wero
Nanking, Dec, 27. After three months fighting in which thousands of lives lost and as a result of which a large part of the province has been plunged into chaos, penco appears to be looming now in Szechuan as Generai Liu Wen-hui, Chairman of the Provincial Go out at 1 o'clock, vernment, after losing the decl. They were all leaving the Navy to score 120 to win, siyo battle at Kiating and Shenju, An apparently easy task.
Lleut, Garthwaite was extremely has sent a despatch to General Liu aflor Halang, asking for an armistice" unlucky to mias his century batting in brilliant style. He reach-and Indicating his desire to retire, ed 97 and was then caught in altempt- Hopon are being entertained ing to lile a boundary. His
best
strokes were fourteen fours and a six, that an amicable settlemont will Yates was the most successful Navy be reached between the warring bowler, taking 4 for 47, whilst Jem-fections. mott obtained a further two wicketa for 48 runs,
The scores at 3 p.m. read: Navy First innings:-196
Coindr. Bhaw 83.)
Army-First innings:-86
(Jem
mett 5 for 13).
Lt. Col. Marsden, e Shaw, b
Jammett
10
Second Innings
Capt. Mirchouse, at. Shaw, b.
Yates
Llout, Garthwaite, e Jemmett, s
Yates
Lt. Cragg, b Yates L/Cpl. Colledge,
Thompson***
Pto. Dewey, Lb.w. Yaten Cpl. Davies, b Jemmett Sig. Chaffey, b Edden
B. M. Trawt.c Marshara.**.
Lt. Young, not out 8/9gt. Flood, b Eaden
Extras
Jammett
Eaden
Burnett
Yatca
Thompson
Maraham
Total
Drew.
Donald,
Bowling.
O. M.
1 0 48
ZA
19
21.5 2 4.0
A 47
17
26
NEW REGIME IN FOOCHOW
HOPES OF BETTER
TIMES
The vernacular papers here estimate that in the battle of Kia- (Liting which lasted fully ten days and which resulted in n decisive victory for General Liu Hsiang. over ten thousand officers and troops were killed. The papers conference anticipate a peace
warlords among the Szechuan 33 which will discuss and decide on the new distribution of garrison 07❘ areal,
One report states that General 12 Liu Wen-hul, after relinquishing 13hia Szechuan chairmanship, may 15 become head of the new province 4 of Slkong.
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPIS. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29, 1932.
H.E. Major General O. C. Bar- rett, CB CM.G. CIE D.9.0. the naw GO.C. China -Command, who arrived in Hongkong yester day. He succeeds Major General J. W. Sandilands.
FENG'S FUTURE
.DISCUSSED
REFUSES TO LEAVE KALGAN
Peking, Dec. 28. With reference to the report that the northern military leaders who aro gathered here for a conference discussing the North China political situation, have de- cided to ask Gen. Fung Yu-halang to elther leave for abroad or move elsewhere, it is reliably accopt a Government post and learned that General, Feng has 5 Chinese reports received here indicated his intention not to 10 also indicate that the Kweichow leave Kalgan owing to the pres 8 Hituation has also taken n' turn for sure which is being brought upon 11the botter owing to the National Hin 238 Government announcing the ap
Foochow, Dec. 24.
Govern- Provincial
The new ment has taken office without a
hitch, and everyone has
теле
a
OPERA SEASON
STARTS
FINE PERFORMANCE LAST NIGHT
In presenting those two master- pieces of grand opora, "Cavallerfa Rusticana" and "I Pagliatel," the
RADIO BROADCAST
PIANO RECITAL FROM
THE · STUDIO
S. Carlo Grand Opera Company 365 metres (846 k/c). not only made a brillfaat opening to their local grason at the Star Theatre last night, but assured themselves of the success of their stay in Hongkong.
From Z. B. W. on wave-length of
In spite of the fact that the of arrangements were obviously the last-minute rush type, a fine crowd assembled at the Star Theatre to welcome this Company, already prime favourites In Hong- kong. They were not disappoint- The magnificent work of ed. 3lle. Galli as Santuzza in Caval leria Rusticana delighted the au- dience. She was in her best volco and also, brought into effective play her histrionic skill.
M. Scamuzzi as Alfo WAS brilliant, and splendid supporting aolo singing was given by Mlle. Morotti, M. Royo and Mlle. The chorus work, in Baldini. view of their few numbere, was find, and the exceptionally orchestra, under Cav. G. Pucetti, after an indifferent start, warmed to their task and Anished trium phantly.
Pagliacci was even finer,
and.
it in regrettable that the names of the cast were not included on the programmg which precludes
offering well-deserved from tributes.
4
18
Several portions of the. opera It is stated that General Feng were outstanding and ollested pointment of Yu Kao-taal an Act has made it clear that at presont ovations from the audience, such ing Chairman of the Kweichow he will continue his atay in an the prologue of Silvio, the "Laugh Pagliacco” song of Canio, Provincial Government and dismla-Kaigan, declaring that he is aal of the ousted governor, Gener-Chinese eltizon and also a number and the solos of Neddn. al Wang Kia-lich. Fighting in of the Central Excutive Committee It Was altogether
completely province han
of the Kuomintang and therefore ceptionally ino The Government is hopeful that he is able to live where he pleases, and the further appearances this The question of General Feng and next week, of the Company peace will shortly be restored toyu-hsiang's future, it would apare certain to attract big nu- both Szechuan and Kweichow
pear, is the chief topic of discus-diences. Reuter.
Bion among many militarists now
that
ceased,
SERVICE MEN
ENTERTAINED
HAPPY GATHERING LAST NIGHT
Over 150 Service men and hopes for a botter regime than their wives were entertained to a was enjoyed under our Inte Gover- Christmas Party, lost evening, nore. It is true that the value of the arrangements being made by Rev. E. C. Tribbeck and amall silver has fallen, apparently the through fear that Cantonese money civilian friends.
otherwiso is to
to be imported, but propecta scom bright. The Finance Commissioner holda strong hope that the Provincial budget will be balanced, and that all officials will be paid punctually, while taxation will, if anything, be made lighter.
gathered here. It in to be noted
40
Cx-
entertainment,
that three suggestions have been NEW ELECTRIFIED made: (1) That the Government provide Feng with funds to go abroad, (2) That the Government invite him to go to Nanking to
RAILWAY
5-8 p.m. European programme, 5-6 p.m.
A relay of the Reveller's Dance Orchestra from the Hongkong Hotel Roof Garden by courtesy of the recorded music will be broadcast Management (During the intervals from the. Studio).
6-7.40 pr. A programme of Victor and II.M.V. records.
6-0.23 p.m. Operatie. Sung-Trovatoro-Fierce Flames are
Searing! (Verdi). Song Samson et Dalila-My Heart
at Thy Sweet Voice (Saint- Socus);
1422.
Loube Hamer (Contralto). Band Mefistofelo-Prologus
(Boito, arr. Creatore). Band-Selections from Mefistofele
(Bolta, arr. Creators).
Creatore's Band. Song-Rigoletto-Mid the Fair
Throng (Verdi).
of Love (Donizetti). Song-Don Pasquale-Fond Dream
36071.
Tito Schipa (Tenor).
6.23-6.50 p.m. A Concert. Song Margaret at the Spinning
Whool (Schubert).
1282.
Maria Jeritan (Soprano), 0704. Piano Solo-Variations on Themes from Carmen (Bizet-Horowitz). Piano Solo-Mazurka in C Sharp
Minor (Chopin).
1327.
Vladimir Horowitz. Song-Out of the Night (Lidgey). Song The Yeoman's Wedding
(Poniatiwski),
E437.
Percy Homing (Baritone). Violin Solo-Gypsy Caprico
(Kreisler), Violin Solo Shepherd's Madrigal
(Kreisler).
Fritz Kreisler.
7 pit.
0712.
(Closing Local Stock Quotations, Selected London and New York Stock Quotations, etc.).
6.50-7.40 p.m. Variety.
Selection-Puttin' on the Ritz.
Now Mayfair Orchestra. G1893.
Frank Luther (Tenor). Fox Trot-If It Ain't Love.
Leo Reisman & His Orchestra.
take up a ministerial post, and (3) LONDON TO BRIGHTON Song The Moon is Low. That the Government designate a place where Feng munt Ilvo.-- Reuter.
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Following a Christmas supper, an Messrs. Swan, Culbertson and Fritz new impromptu concert was held, those have received the following quoth- Medwaytions on the New York cotton and out taking part being the
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Petty Officer. Rider. Stoker Numerous competitions were held and prizewinners included Stoker January
Officer Rider, Potty The most sincere expressions of Schofield, Lending Seaman A. regret are in connexion with the Hurrell and Petty Office Cooley, July
The prizes were presented by October
December departure of the Hon. Ch'ong
of Mr. S. Boulton, and the organisers
Spot Shin-Kuel, late Commissioner Education, who had done so much were thanked on the motion of
Petty
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entertained him to lunch; and an- other gathering on Tues., Dec. 20.
gave an opportunity for all edu- cationists to give
their
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A member of the compradore's staff on of the ss. Solviken, Yiu Ah-tau, ac- Ocidentally fell into a hatchway on the board and received Injuries to his head and left hip yesterday. Although serious condition he was not in a admitted to the Government Civil Hospital for treatment.
Injuries to his head was received by a Chinese Lai Mai, aged 18, of 373, Reclamation Stroot, when a wooden trestle accidentally fell from the verandah of 128, Shanghai Street, striking him on the head.
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Morning.
13324,
Reginald Foort. Negro Spiritual Medley.
Faul Robeson with Jack Hylton
& His Orchestra. 2287. Now Mayfair Orchestra. C1702. Selection-Dear Love. Selection-Happy Days.
New Mayfair Orchestra. C1891. Song-What is This Thing
Called Love?.
22330.
Frank Luther (Tenor). Fox Trot-Night Shall be Filled
With Music.
Leo Relaroan & His Orch. 24011. Organ Solo-If I Had a Talking
Picture.
Reginald Foort.
7.40-8 p.m. From the Studio,
B3024.
A Pianoforte recital by Mr. Frank
Taylorson.
Programme.
1. Etude In C Sharp Minor
(Scriabine).
2. Asphodel (Cyr
Scott).
3. Night in Blay (Palmgren).
4. Clair de Lane (Debussy).
G. La Fillo aux Cheveux do Lin
(Dobunny).
6. Valsa Romantique (Debussy). 8 p.m. Local Time and Weather Report,
8.3-10.30 p.m. Chinese Concert from the Stadlo.
10.30 p.m. Rugby Mid-day Press News.
10.35 p.m. Clone Down,
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The Studio programma between 3.75% 6.30 and 7.15 p.m. may, on any day 98,18/10 be replaced by a relay from England. 245 if reception of the latter happens to 16% be good. 16.0/16
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MR. OGIER'S DEATH,
The Pontmanter General wishes to draw attention to the revised rates for the Seigen-Marseilles Air Mail Service published in the Mail Notice.
TRAGEDY AT KOWLOON Choung King aged 49, of 34. The new ratos, are inclusive of ell Catchick Street, West Point, was postage charges, and the cervice has
DOCKS RECALLED Civil been extended to include a special takon to the Government Hospital yesterday suffering from in-quarter ounce letter rate postcards The enquiry into the death of Mr. jurles to his head as a result of fall-and printed papers,
commercial Theodore Ogler, Chlef Officer of the ing from a motor lorry in Kennedy papers and samples.
B.S. Kwongsal, whose body was found Nanking, Dec. 28.
in a camber in Kowloon Docks in the With reference to the action
The death occurred on Tuesday early hours of the morning of Do- taken by the Nanking Municipal
At a meeting of the H.K. Practical afternoon at the Royal Naval Hon- cember 5, was continued at the Kow. Government in requesting all Psychology Club at Lane Crawford's pital. of Patty Omeer Sterling of loon Magistracy yesterday afternoon with Mr. Butters sitting as Coroner. legitimate municipal taxes, Mr. Restaurant at 6 pm, on Friday, the .M.S. Veteran, who died of double
The jury empanelled consisted of Lal Lion, Secretary General of the speaker will be Mr. Victor K. Kwong, pneumonia after a week's illness.
Menara. J. H. Shaw (foreman), Wong Municipal Government, disclosed and the subject: "Some observations The funeral, with full Naval honours, in an interview to-day that a on Advertising and Business-Peycho took place yesterday afternoon at the Chor-leong and P. W. Osborne.
Evidence was given by Dr. J. D. Protestant Cemetery, Happy Valley, number of foreign firms had logy."
being largely attended by officers and Mackay, who stated that death was caused by drowning and gave the rofused to pay the Business as
Whist being driven along Lockhart men from deceased's ship.
opinion that the body could not have well as Rontal Taxes, which had Rond in a
motor lorry yesterday long been enforced among the morning, a man named Ng Shing
Pun Tun-shut, alias Poon Ngol-ahan been in the water for less than six Chinese residents.
Mr. R. Owon, of the ns. Cheung aged 60, fall into the roadway and (or-Sun), a retired merchant, late of hours. recolved injuries to his head and facs. 17, Fook On Street, Honam, Canton, Ile was later removed to the Govern- who died on September 28th, 1918, On, testified to seeing the deceased on mont Civil Hospital,
left local estato valued at $44,100, the night of December 7. Probate to the will wae granted on
The Municipal Authorities have, therefore requested the foreign Consula in Nanking to request their respectivo nationals to full their obligations.
•
The Coroner, at the conclusion, said A stable boy of the Volunteer January 24th, 1920, to his widow, Pun the evidence given throughout the B. Tho Municipal Government Stables at Fanling was removed to Chan-shi, who died on January 21st,enquiry Indicated that the deceased the Kowloon Hospital on Tuesday 1931, Intestate and leaving part of the was sober when returning to the ship.
The Jury agreed, and returned official emphasised that the taxes night suffering from injuries to the estate usadministered, Letters of ad- involved word put into effect lower part of his abdomen, infleted ministration cum tortaments annexe verdict of "death by misadventure."
They further made the recom- according to law and paid by the by two-man and two women during de bonis non havo now been granted Chinese residents, thera. being a quarrel on the railway line between to Pun Ifung-pe, 0, High Street, and mendation that guard rails or warning
camber. no discrimination whatsoever Fanling, and Theung Shul on Tuen-Pun Pik-Jun, 127, Des Voeux Road lights should be placed around the
West. *Manter.
day afternoon.
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5.30 p.m. Time Signal from Big Ben. Pianoforte récital.
0 p.m. The Art of Reading: The Poetry of Reality-Wordsworth, by Mr. Desmond MacCarthy.
0.30 p.m. Gramonhone records of popular Chamber Music.
7.15 pm. News Bulletin.
KZRM PROGRAMME. To-day's Broadcast Manila station:
6.00 p.m. Studlo Munic. 6.45 pm-Health Talk by Dr.
Robocca Parish.
from the
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6.30 p.m. English Informational
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7.00 p.m.Benavides Radio Club. 7.30 pm-Studio Roquents.
7.45 p.m.Rockne Programme. 8.00 pm. Aguinaldo-Now Year In Bohemia-Maria Alpoll.
8.80 p.m-Apo Centent l'ogrammo
Lopes Luna.
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