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P. & O.
Friday
HONGKONG TELEGRAPH
January 20, 1939.
BADLY HIT BY CHINA
Orient Traffic Reveals
NEED FOR
BY
SUPPORT PATRIOTIC FIRMS
HOW cargo and passenger traffic with the Far East has
suffered because of the unsettled conditions in China
is discussed in the 98th annual report of the Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company, released re- cently.
"Our connection with the Far
Fast dates back many years THREE NEW
states the report, "and, like others with similar interests, we are deeply concerned at the con-! tinuance of the struggle between two great nations with which Great Britain has had intimate) and friendly relations for a very long period, and I um confident, you will join with me in express- ing the hope that peace, and with] it a return to prosperity, will soon be restored.
The countries concerned, combined
of cargo to the For Eust from
Home extent by increased rates freight on certain commodities.
the
of
CLIPPERS SHORTLY
Boeing Service To
Start Soon
No Successor To Wang Yet
CHUNGKING,
Jan, 19.
CHINESE circles believe that the Central Executive Committee of the Kuomin- tang at ile meeting this month will not name a suc- cessor to Mr. Wang Ching- wei, although it was provi ously rumoured that Mr. Sun Fo, son of the late Dr. Sun Yat-sen, might be clect- ed.
It is stated that nonc might be elected in order not to cause friction be tween possible candidates.-- United Press.
Appeal To
THOUGH the exact date of the arrival of the "Owing to unsettled conditions in Bocing Clipper, the world's with other dificulties nearer home on largest plane, at Kai Tak is which need not dwell, the volume still unknown, it is likely United Kingdon, and more particu-that there will be three of farly from the Continent where it is normally Teater, has dwindled con- the new Clippers on the run siderably during the past year. But, from Treasure Island, San on the other hand, this was offset to Francisco, to Hongkong be-
fore the end of February, would like to take this oppor- The first plane is expected to tunity of thanking those British firms, buyers, and shippers in this country make the trial flight, carrying who make it their mail and freight only, to Hong- and abroad business to support British ships when they can do so. They have a kong sometime after the end of choice and they are free to ship, this month, arriving here early as they choose, but they thow their in February. The second plane patriotism in tangible manner, and, in these days of foreign subsidised will be handed over to Pan
LONDON, Jan. 19. shipping, assistance of this nature is American Airways within the helpful to a degree and appreciated next few days, and the third
plane will be ready in February.! STRONG recommendations for "British shipping companies, P. &
Owing to the fact that Aylag on an active Government policy on O. Included, have helped to build up
be behalf of British export trade is a great trade with the Far East, and the Atlantic is not going to they propose to continue to serve inaugurated until May, it
wide
at is true value.
Reems
Govt. By Industries
British Interests Need Protection
WAR
Severe Decreases
A NEW TROOPSHIP TO START ON RUN
ACCOMMODATION
for
104 first-class and 90 second-class passengers, 164 troop families, and 1,150 troops will be available aboard the Ettrick, the vessel with which the P. & O. Line will resume associa- tion with trooping after an interval of 10 years.
The Ettrick, fuilt to the re- quirements of the Transport Department, recently underwent her trials and will sail un her! first trooping voyage this month,
She was the scene of a luncheon party recently when Mr. Boyd Cable, the historian, made an interesting speech, reminding guests that Company had been actively ascociat- ed with trooping since 1848, including service during the Crimean War.
Yet another ship of similar design,
bullt the Devonshire, is being Govan for the Bibby Line.
at
Broad Hint To
World
Hitler to Make Big Speech
BERLIN, Jan. 19. HERR Hitler is under- stood to be preparing a big speech for the meeting of the Reichstag on January 30, although no official an- nouncement has yet been made.
The speech is likely to be intended for home consump- tion, with a review of the past year's events, and some hint with regard to the future.-Neuter,
No German Cabinet Shake-Up
Rumours Officially Denied In Berlin
BERLIN, Jan. 19.
Cotton Market THE Reich Press Minister,
Washington, Jan. 19.
Herr Dietrich to-day officially denied reports of
Farm officials to-day indicated an impending shake-up in that Mr. Henry Wallace's proposal the German Cabinet.
for an international collon confcrence
was a broad hint that unless other He said that the "rumours countries join in a co-operative effort,
POPULAR & NEW REX DANCE RECORDS
0301-Palais Glide.
Lambeth Walk.
0342-In Santa Margherita, (How to Dance),
My Lost Love. (The Tango)
0372-A-Tisket A-Tasket.
MAXWELL STEWART'S BALLROOM ORCH..
I Can't Remember Her Name,
9121-Cinderella, Waltz,
Love Makes the World Go Round. 0422-Change Partners. ("Carefree").
Ride Tenderfool
0357-Love Walked In.
"
.BILLY COTTON'S BAND.
There's A New Moon Over the Mill. B117-Now It Can Be Told. (Alexander's Itagtime Band).
On the Sentimental Side .....ROY SMECK'S HAWAHAN ORCH. 9355-Says My Heart.
I'm Sorry, I Didn't Say I'm Sorry
9414-Says My Heart.
BRIAN LAWRENCE & HIS SEXTETTE..
Now I Can Be Told. 9420-Rex Show Wagon in Lambeth Walk,
Introducing-Gracie Fields, Bandy Powell, Billy Cotton, etc. 0427-How Can I Thank You. (Little Miss Broadway),
(Alexander's Ragtime Band)
DIANA MILLER (PERSONALITY GIRLY.
Be Optomistic. (Little Miss Broadway)
IRENE PRICE (THE ENGLISHI "SHIRLEY TEMPLE"), ....SANDY POWELL. 0425-Sandy the All-In Wrestler 0123 Sixty Seconds Got Together.
A Lille Toy Ballboat .....OSCAR RABIN & HIS ROMANY BAND.
TSANG FOOK PIANO COMPANY
the United States may adopt men-published in the foreign press of THE sures to enable American exporters alleged changes in the Reich of cotton to meet foreign prices,
thai trade with all the energy they likely that the new Clippers will be urged by the British Federation | States could subsidise cotton exports foundation."
possess.
CHINESE EXPORTS DECLINE
kept on the Hongkong run for the rest of this winter, providing n weekly service to San Francisco,
of Industrica.
It is pointed out that the United Cabinet were completely without similar to wheat, or release some of the cotton loan which would lower The persistence of most varied
price American
level, thus rumours In the change of status of facilitating
ting exports.
the
The Federation emphasises that it is not so much the organisation of Omelals expressed the opinion that Field-Marshal Herman Gorring, Dr. The Patt American terminal at German industries which has enabled the introduction of the wheat subsidy Josef Goebbels, Herr Heinrich Himm- "As was to be expected, the export
was largely responsible for the curler and others on January 30, lcd Herr trade of China has been dislocated Alameda is being changed to Treasure Germany successfully to compete in as a result of the present upheaval, Island, the site or the 1939 Exposi- fereign trade, os the Government's rent loans for the international Dietrich to take the unusual step of but China's powers of recovery are tion. After the exhibition is over, support of German industries such that, given peace, we are conf the whole of the island will be nicans of subsidics, political pressure, sidy might have a similar effect. foreign presa to announce a dental in dent trade will resume its normal course within a short space of time converted to a permanent land and and other methods,
after the cessation of hostilities.
"The passenger trade in the Far East has also been adversely affected. to The holiday, truffle from India China and Japan, yenich was on the haa disappeared, trend, upward though, fortunately, some of it has! been diverted from India to Australia. In normal times there is a certain amount of round-the-world business emanating from America which tie:
sea plane base for air companies.
Pres. Pierce Makes Call- At Shanghai
Shanghal, Jan, 20.
by wheat conference, and a cotton cub- summoning representatives
While the Federation does not ad- voente adoption of the German sys- tem, it considers that British Industry must be assured of the Government's prompt effective readiness to take netion against any of the countries which are not prepared to make reasonable arrangement with the Bri- tish export Industries.
The Federnlion urges financial facilities In favour of countries willing to buy more British goods.- P. & O, Company has the privilege) of carrying in Far Eastern waters;!
The President Pierce arrived here Reuter Special, this, too, was considerably reduced, yesterday inaugurating the service in the past year."
for the President Line, renewing the service discontinued last call almost two years ago. sprinkler system since the bombing or President mid that the
Bre-fighting was very elective. Hoover in the summer of 1937.
bulkheads had been built lifeboats re-equipped.
Prisoners Go On Spree
and also
Forty-five passengers disembarked, while 115 passengers are bound for Manilla, including United States naval omcers and their wives.
Sydney, N. S. w. A wrong label enabled prisoners. in a Brisbane gaol to have a spree. Caplain Charles Jokstadt described A four-galion in labeled "bolled the new nfety features which have linseed oil" turned out to be spirits. been built into the ship since her
Reuter.
Tientsin Concession Blockade
Chungking. Jan. 20.
of the
very strong terms.-United Press,
Kerr Clark Kerr, the British Am- bassador to China, who is expected to proceed to Tientsin towards the end of this month, regarding the situation. After the consultation, they will resume negotiations, with the Japanese authorities.-Centrul
News,
UNREST CONTINUES
The Japanese blockade of the Unrest in the outskirts of Tientsin British and French Concessions Injis reported in a message from that Tientsin continues, and negotiations city just to hand.
in this connection
between the
It is stated that sporadle rifle and for thorities remain deadlocked, accord-machine-gun fire was clearly vudible on Monday night. The Japanese are Newling to a report from Tientsin.
precautions. Central
He Japanese and the Concession au-
and the
The ship showed signs of a rough sait. crossing, due to the crusted Evidently the sea spray had gone smoke with right over the ship as the stack was ringed 'nt the top all crystals-United Press.
ANCHOR
Butter
NOW
$1.15 per pound
NEW ZEALAND FINEST GRADE "THE WORLD'S BEST"
NICHO
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BUY "ANCHOR“ IT IS THE BEST AND HAS NO EQUAL
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'ISOLÉ AGENTS AND DISTRIBUTORSI
It is learned that the British ou-taking strict thorities will consult Sir Archibald News.
Crown Land Sold At
Upset Prices
SALES of Crown Land took place by public auction at the District Office South this morning when the following lots were disposed of: 21,600 square feet at Kwai Chung, Tsun Wan, to Mr. Wong Ping-cheung, No. 301, Nathan Road for $648 (one dollar more than the upset price); two lots of 12 acre and 2,400 square feet at Mang Kung Uk, Hang Hau, to Mr. A. E. Ablong of the A.P.C. for $13 and $48, upset prices, respectively.
PURE BLOOD PERFECT HEALTH
"The Blood is the Stream of Life." IMPURE BLOOD is the root cause of Skin Diseases, Bolls, Eczema, Rashes, Ulcers, Sores, Painful Joints, Rheumatic com- plaints. Unless the blood is cleansed of impurities and poisons, the arterios and internal organs are damaged, causing premature old age. The
direct way
to health is by purifying the blood with Clarkes Blood Mixturo.
In UQUID or TABLET form.
Of all
'Chemties and Seco
Ask for and be sure roset Clarkes Blood Mi
Mix
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She Solved The Murder and Got Her Man!
Barbara STANWYCK Hanry FONDA
The MAD MISS MANTON
with
SAM LEVENE
FRANCES HERCER STANLEY RIDGES WHITNEY BOURNE
Soo what a group
of society girls do
Learn about lightning courtship in the story of a dizzy dob who turned detective-and turned the whole police force upside downt
to the crime of the year!
110
BANO Picture
Barbara in
a totally dif ferent role
..and Henry more romantic than ever!
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