VOLUNTEER ORDERS FOR. WEEK
Hongkong Volunteer Defence Corps orders by Lieut. Col. H. B. Rose, M.C., Commandant, Hongkong Volunteer Defence Corps.
Friday, Sept. 2. ADVISORY COMMITTEE Extract from Government Gazette No. 41 of 288.38.
the Excellency "No. 059-His Governor has been pleased to ap- point the Honourable Mr. Andrew Lusk Shields to be a Member of the
Committee. Volunteer Advisory August 24, 1930."
PROMOTION Extract from Government Gazette No. 41 of 20.8.38.
"No. 600-His Excellency the Gov- ernor has been pleased to approve of the promotion of Major Eric John Reinhold Mitchell, o..., to the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel in the Hong- kong Volunteer Defence Corps, with effect from August 18, 1938.---August 20, 1938,"
EFFICIENCY MEDAL Extract from Government Gazette No. 41 of 20.8.38,
"No. 663-In accordance with re- gulation of the Regulations na to and grant, forfeiture, restoration other matters concerning the Emel- ency Medal in regard to the Hong- Defence Corps, kong Volunteer published as Notification No. 579 In His 1935, 2, the Gazelle of August Excellency the Governor has been the following please to authorise awards:
Further Clasp to Emelency Medal. Company Sergeant Major Tom Bolt. Efficiency Medal Company Sergeant Major George Gordon Stopeni-Thomson.-August 20, 1030."
have
SCORE RECORD BOOK Weapon training score books been issued to Units during the past week. A copy should be issued to each member of the Corps and he will be required to carry it to the range whenever he attends to fire
the uny part of
weapon training courses.
CORPS DIARY AMENDMENTS
Pago read "11th." For "11th" read
For "Oth
For
p.m. Squad and Arms drill. overalls.
Dress.
(b) Engineer Company Owing to Monday, September 5, being a General Holiday the meeting colled for that date is postponed to 5.30 pm, Thursday, September 8.
(0) Corps Signals Tuesday, September 0. H. Q. 5.30 p.m. Musketry instruction.
(d) Mischino Gun Troop Tuesday, September 6. Causeway Bay Stables, Riding School. 5.45 p.m..
(e) Armoured Car Section Tuesday, September 6. 11.Q. 0.15 pm. for firing Part I at Kennedy toad Range.
9. H. Q. 5.30 Friday, Septembeving instruction. "g" Class-EG.D.
p.m.
(f) Motor Machine Gun Platoon p.m. Classes "A", "B" and "C" as per programme.
Friday, September 8. H. Q 5.30
ters,
THE HONGKONG' TELEGRAPH, SATURDAY,
'Opium Den' In Poet's
Charge
Flat
M.
Paris.
JEAN COCTEAU famous French novelist and poet; has been questioned by detec- tives following a raid on a luxury flat in the port district of Toulon.
The police allege that the fiul was used as an oplum den, and that the twe residents, M. Cocteau and M. least two wonien, indulging in oplum
Vilals-Murals, were found."with nt
smoking.
by Jules
ound the World Again In 30 Days."
Meanwhile eight persons have been on atreated following the seizure (E) No. 1 M. G. Company
Stonecut-board the ship Patria at Alexandreita Sunday, September 4.
Rife Table B. Launch leaves of 90 lb. of hashish hidden in crates Dress***Cocteau is eccentric, and a brilliant Queen's Pler at 8.30 8.m. and Kow-of merchandise. loon Police Pier at 8.45 a.m.
Verne, the year he was the author of -optional.
Friday, September 9. H. Q. 5.30
Class Fire Orders. "B": p.m. "A"
"C" Class- Class-Part 1 M. G. Mechanism.
(h) No. 2 BL G. Company Sunday, September 4. Same as for No. 1 M. G. Company above.
Thursday, September 8. 11. Q. 5.30 p.m. M. G. training.
1.8.38-31.7.39.
22.8.38.
SEPTEMBER
SUDETE SETTLEMENT NOW IN HANDS · OF HITLER AND AIDES
Berlin, Sept. 2.
1938.
It is believed that to-day Herr Konrad Henlein will outline Prague's concessions and decide whether the deadlock is to be peacefully or forcibly broken.
The
the
of gravity had suddenly shifted from Prague to Berchtesgaden and perhaps Nuremberg-
It is not believed that the Sudeten
CRIPPLING FOREIGN COMMERCE
Japanese Attempt To Oust Foreign Interests, Claim
STOCK MARKET REPORT
The Hongkong Stock Exchange
weekly report issued at 3.15 p.m.
yesterday, reads:
In the beginning of the week the market was overshadowed by the European political situation, and on the position cosing oft, the market displayed mare confidence with gen- eral all-round demand ut improved rates. The market closed arm. Shanghai, Sept. 2. Manila market is keeping steady. An urgent appeal to the American United Paracales have declared State Department and various Ame-dividend of 2 etvos, payable on Sep- rican Institutions, was telegraphed tember 15,
the
from Shanghal to-day from United States Chamber of Commerce and 10 American Mission Organisa tions representing Americans and
interests in China.
in Shanghai
The telegram says that Americans are alarmed at the steady progress of the realisation of other trade from China by means of crip- triction in North China and
Japanese plans to oust American and monopolies in trade and travel res- pling most of the important lines of
American trade there.
They consider that the present is the time for America to lake a Orm atand and insist on:
and
whether the outstanding questions are concessions will be rejected, whether Herr Hitler at Nuremberg will deliver an ultimatum to the Czechs and establish a deadline for a settlement in favour of the, Sudetens, whether the presence of key men indicates that Herr Hitler is mapping out a programme of armed force, and whether Berlin's mobilisations will develop further, especially as it is to-day on a new realism, as a surprise air raid was held over Berlin with full defence L/C. H. K, Chan, M. G. Signals, manoeuvres.-United Press.
TENSE ATMOSPHERE STRENGTH-DECREASE
Berlin, Sept. 2. L/C. A. M. Quinn, A. A. Company,
The interview between Herr Hen-
Restoration to the Shanghai Muni- nwalted in an
cipal Council of full authority and 22.8.30,
Pie. C. F. Nunes, A. A. Company, leln and Herr Hiller
atmosphere of tension and expect reply to Dr. Benes' proposals will control of the International Settle-
ment including the Hongkew (1) No. 3 M. G. Company
Plc. E. A. V. Ribeiro, No. 5 M.G.ancy. Many hope that itler himself amount to refusal, but whether the
in
Yengtsepoo sections; European dour negotiations will remain open will take the lead Saturday, September 3. Night firing
Launch leaves R.AS.C. Company, 24.8.38. seawards,
Others fear that | Henlein's interview with the Fuchrer Pic. M. M. Graham, No. 1 M. c. kotiations for settlement of the depends entirely on Hitler's attitude.
Sudeten problem. Camber at 5.15 pm, and Kowloon
spitfire influence of Dr. Goebbels, la expected to take place lo-day. Police Pier at 5.30 p.m. Dress S.D. cap, K.D. Jacket, K.D. trousers, web
Despite the care exercised by the Foreign Propaganda Minister, and Herr von inversoek and water- belt, braces,
Ribbentrop.
Ministerut authorities, further incidents have stiffening reaction,
in the Sudeten regions, produce a should Herr Hitler be strong enough occurred to make his view prevail, it is thought pointing to an increase in the local An official agency admits a some clrcles conversant with tension.
Freudenthat involving The Czech soldlers and Sudelens, the Fuehrer's views Henlein will be brawl near
Incident looked ugly at one time, but given moderating counsel-Reuter.
ended without serious consequences.
The Sudeten organ Diezelt. was Paris, Sept. 2. Speculation about the outcome of confiscated last night for the second be-time within 48 hours und for the the Berchtesgaden tier and the sixth time in a month. The offend
leader, Konrad lag paragraph dealt with the poverty Sudeten Henlein, dominates the French press in the Sudeten region of Eger this morning. The papers emphasise repeated the allegation fuet that conversation lasted people were eating oats several hours and took place in the The censorship measures have great- presence of Field-Marshal Goeringly irritated the Sudetens-Reuter. and the Deputy Party leader and Relch Minister, Rudolf Hess.
bottle (letember 5. No partde. |
STRENGTH-INCREASE
Company, 20.0.39.
Pte. M. M. Intmden, No. 1 M. C. Company, 20.8.39,
Plc. F. H. Irving, No. 1 M. G. Monday, Sunday, September 11. Stonecut-Company, 26.8.38.
Pte. A. M. Ozorio, A. A. Company, ters. Ride Table B.
p.m.
15
20.8.38.
Sigma. T. H. Suiter, M, G. Signals,
20.0.38,
Sigmn. B. K. Yip, M. G. Signals,
No. 4 M. G. Company Wednesday
September 7. II. Q. 5.30 No
Pintoon-Mechanism, 4 to 0. Headings
H. Q. 5.30 29.0.38, Friday, September 9.
15 Platoon-Meelianism, No.
20.8.38. feadings 7 to 9.
p.m.
(k) Porturueno Companies Tuesday, September 6. H. Q. 5.30
p.m.
No, 5 M. G. Company, N.C.O's, Stripping and Assembling (Revi- sion).
Remainder-Stripping and
Assembling. 0-September.
"4th."
(b) Page 7-October. rend "16th. For "16th" read "gth." These amendments refer to (c) dates of M. G. firing for Nos. 1, 2 and 3 M. G. Companies.
N.C.O's. M. G. INSTRUCTORS' COURSE
A.
ii. A. A. Company. Trained men Recruits-Instruction under Sr. H. M. Britto,
i. After the parade there will be
short
on discussion
Mannlag Exercise held on August 27.
(1) Machine Gun Signals Monday, September 6. No parade. Friday, September 0. H. Q. 5.15 Subsection "D", D/R. recruits. Riding instruction.
(m) Pay Section Friday, September 9. (n) Construction Section, R.O.D.C.
Thursday, September 8. H. Q. 9.30
Tuesday, September 0. H.Q. 5.30p.m.
Class-Fire Discipline
p.m.
Training.
לידיי
M. G. SPECIAL CLASS Friday, September 9.
H. Q. at 9 a.m.
HOLIDAY
Parado at H. Q.
Corps Headquarters will be closed p.m. on Monday, September 6.
PARADES
(a) lat. Battery
Left and Signals Sections Friday, September 9. H. Q. 5.30
6.30 p.m.
Lecture on "Types of explo- sives and characteristics-Safety pre- cautions and donger signals."
LEAVE
C.S.M. D. Davies, Medical Section, 29.8.38-5.10.30.
(MANAGER)
Slamn. W, S. Geng, M. G. Signals,
Ptc. L. Musker, No. 2 M. G. Com pany, 1.0.38.
Trumpir. M. M. Swan, ist Bty. Right. Sec., 1.9.38.
5. F. HEDGECOE Captain, Adjutant, I. K.. V. D. Corps. NOTICE
1st Battery: The annus, dinner will be held at Volunteer H. Q. on Friday, September 33, at 8.15 p.m.
AFFILIATED UNIT
Nursing Detachment,
II.K.V.D.C.
LECTURE There will be no lecture on Mon- day, September 5, but. there will be lecture at the P.W.D. Offices on Thursday, September 8, for those
examination undergoing the September 12.
on
EXAMINATION An examination in Home Nursing will be held in the P.W.D. Offices on Monday, September 12, ut 5.30 p.m. (Sgd.) Mrs. E. M. BEGG, Commandant, Nursing Detachment, H.K.V.D.C.
HIR
"HAVE AN H.B.
AND THEN TRY"
The Hongkong Brewery & Distillery Ltd.
the
in
FRENCH PRESS COMMENT
Iween
Chancellor
German
the
conference
will
Le Jour says that the meeting was
ΕΙΠΕΙ that some and dogs.
arranged at the desire of Lord Runci- LETTERS TO THE
man in order to obtain a clear and definite answer to the Prague pro- posals from the Sudeten Germans.
Paris morning papers state that, following the establishment of the cantonal constitution, several future canlons would be completely Ger-
man.
French quarters express the hope that the decision reached at Berch- In tesgaden will not be negative. this case the President, Dr. Benes, would immediately grant a number concessions to the Sudeten Germani-Trans-Ocean,
substantial
BLUM'S OPINION
Paris, Sept. 2. Herr Hitler's paramount role in the in ternational situation was lengthtly discussed in the morning press.
M. Blum, writing in the Populaire, declares that it war comes it will be because Hitler has deliberately will- ed it against the peace efforts of the democracies.
EDITOR
THANKS FOR DONATIONS
To the Editor,
Hongkong Telegraph,
Si-With reference to our appeal for donations and loan of cars for the twelfth annual outing for the Inmates for the Blind Home, Pokfu- lam, which you so kindly published two weeks ago and for which I, on behalf of the organizers, am much obliged Indeed; in continuation of the above appeal, will you please be so good as to publish the following:
The Christ Church Group of the V.D.M.A. acknowledge with grateful thanks the following donations to- Hitler will have had that will if wards the twelfth annual outing for he tenaciously and implacably acts the inmates of the Industrial Home without reason, excuse or pretext, for Blind Girls which is to be held even of saving face, for he has al-on Saturday, October 1.
acknowledged
ready won his cause, as far as there [Previously, Ho Tung
| S
a cause to be won, and his bluff Sir
has already succeeded.
J.P.
Another paper says that according Anonymous
to foreign eircles, Henlein left his Anonymous
reply
$51
homes. American Restoration of institutions, business properties and goods to their rightful owners with full and free access to and use there of and prompt Indemnification for josscy.
of
Business Done During the Week: Hongkong Bank $1.447%, #1,440. Canton Insurance $229,"1224 Union Insurance $503
Hongkong Fire 12:0
Wharves $130
Docks (New) $10.05, 810.70 Providents (Old) $74
В
Hotels $7.10, 87, #096, $7.05, $7,10, $7.15. $7.10
Lands $38%. $39, $30, $38.40, 38%
Humphreys 10%
Realites 15.00
Transways $17.95, #17.50, $17.40,-$17,20, $17.30
Electrics $015, 802, 301 Telephones (Old) (25%
Cements $172
Dairy Farms $2034. $2891. $26.60 Watsons 4, 33.15
Constructions $1.00
Raubs $10
3.15 p., Changes (Ulesing Quotations):
Buyers
ILK, Fires $203
ifately $7.14
Trams 117.35
Hole #1%
Itraities 3.90 Troms $17.230 Lands $30
Hallern
Sales
disastrous
Discontinuance of Japanese censor- ship and Interference with mail.
Due respeel for and observance of telegrams, cables and other means of communication including importation all American treaty rights.
"We further urge and support all radio
equipment. Immediate return of equipment practical measures to limit the scope
In their and resumption of dredging opern- of hostilities
and effects on civilian communities and tions on the Whangpoo River Shangha! harbour in accordance with prevent the possible uitimate spread International agreements,
of the conflagration to other quar- Restoration of fuil rights and priters of the world. vileges of travel and residence in the Yangtse Valley, North China and of other areas including the rallways, shipping, commercial air ways and motor highways, with access to markets and mission centres on the basis of equal opportunity.
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"We request every effort to secure prompt consideration of the fore- going and the urgent necessity for a firm stand this time as it is vtial to the protection of American interests in the present and future-Reuter.
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Hotel, Shamcen latest proposals in Prague before leaving for Germany and that it is not negative, but evasive, permitting further negotiations-Neuter letin.
TALKS START
Progue, Sept. 2. The Henlein-Hitler conversation at Berchtesgaden began shortly be |fore noon, the Foreign Minister, Herr
von Ribbentrop being present.
The late arrival of the Foreign, Minister apparently delayed
the meeting as iieniein during the morn- ing was impatiently facing the out- side of the hotel and glancing in the direction of the Fuchrer's chalet where conversations were taking place with Herr von Ribbentrop. His train arrived 80 minutes late.-
Reuter.
London, Sept. 2.
The newly aroused optimism in London suffered a setback when it was authoritatively stated that there
is as yet little sign that the tension
of loan of cars
Further donations and loans of cars are solicited and may be sent ad- dressed to Mrs. Gertrude Goddard, care of Messrs. L. Rondon & Co., Ltd. Marina House,
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LATEST CABLED
QUOTATIONS
New York, August 2.
New York · Cotton
in Czecho-Slovakia had abated. Al October ....
present, after brisk negotiations dur- December
the last few days, new develop Inn, (1939) ments pre awaited. Consequently
Ing
calm prevailed in Government cir-Mar. (1030) May (1039) cles on Thursday.
n
Well-informed quarters state that July. (1939) important news is not expected for Spot day or two yet. Lord Halifax, how-
ever
will remain in London.
From the Czecho-Slovak
Legation
Closing
Opening
6.23/23 8.21/21 8.20/20 8.20/28
8.20/20 8.25/25 0.27/28 6.20/26 8,28/20 8.23/23 8.24/25
8,21/22 1.33
New York Lubber
10.23b/30a 10.44 747 10.56/57 10.04N Sales for the day:-1,450 tons..
here it is learned that the CzechSeptember Government hopes that Konrad Hen- December .. 10.24 25. lein will accept the new proposals March..... 10.35 /35
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The Syar,
the canton learns that of
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Chicago Wheat
02/024 0414/04% 64 704% 004700 05%/06
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Thursday's Sales:-
In what has be-September
***December come known as the "Hodzi Plan May two will be German and in Bohemia with 700,000 and 800,000 inhabitants! respectively, while the third will be la Moravia with about 500,000 in- habitants, so that about 1,500,000 Sudeten Germans would be scatter ed over Czech and Slovak cantons.-
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