THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 1949.
FOR YOUR SPARE MOMENTS
.MCKENNEY
ON BRIDGE
Switch To Spades Establishes Suit
DY WILLIAM E. McKENNEY
LTHOUGH I frequently any A that bridge champlons come from all walks of life, for some reason most players still think that the experis do nothing but play bridge. They would be surprised lo know how buy most of the experts are in other fields.
Leo Hazen, a New York at- torney and a member of the 1cam who recently Won the Vanderbilt Cup national knock- out team-of-four champlonship, is active in the national bridge organsation and in the New York bridge unit. He is also chairman of the card committee of the New York Bridge Whist Club.
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He was a four-letter athlete in his school days. He once broke the quarter mile track record, but unfortunately it never got In the book because the winner of the race naturally establish- ed a better record. He played semi-professional baseball, and once had the privilege of play- ing with Lou Gehrig, and an- other time against Babe Ruth.
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REGISTRAEOUS PATENT OFFICE LET'S WANDER ALONG THE : BRIDLE-
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WALK YOUR HORSES
SCIENCE. AT WORK
JOHN Motor
Motor Tyres Good For
THIS IS
So SUDDEN
CHESS PROBLEM
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By P. DAREON Black, 6 pieces,
White, 9 pieces,
White to play' and mate in two. Solution to yesterday's problem:
75,000 Miles Foreseen
By PAUL F. ELLIS
BY THE
WAY
by Beachcomber
N
In announcement,
A heavy black type, that
nowa
mothballs stop birds nesting The cold rubber, according to in Now Zealand "power ONE synthetic rubber ex- Fryling,
NE of these days, according
stronger and pert, motor cars will be run tougher than ordinary synthetic plants, will be good ning 75,000 miles with the same rubber It even outwears na- for all who have given their lives to combating this Saventy-five thousand. miles Better Than Heating menáce.
set of tyres.
is three times around the world..
Dr Charles P. Fryling. of
to
Phillips, Texas, in a report the American Chemicol So ciety, said the new type of automobile tyre
result may from a material, known as cold rubber, that has been develop-
ed..
Check Yorr Knowledge
1. What large ocean is entire ly in the eastern hemisphere?
2. Why is mill called the perfect food?
3.
all Name the city which Mohammedans face when they
pray.
turni rubber.
:
The development of the new rubber goes back
tall
The truth is that when thei to research birds begin to nest Ina during the war when chemists, power plant (Herba Poterlatta) who, were making synthetic the jovial New Zealanders pelt rubber maleria: in heated vals. them with large moth-bails. realised that a better material Hence the name Auckland could be obtained Wrough acorruption of Auckland, ̈ where the great auk has been hunted low-temperaturo proceES.
At that time, however, it was with moth-balls from time well- necessary to turn out the syn-nigh immemorial, thetle rubber rapidly, and the
hent method did that. Synthetic Beautifying Oxford rubber is made from two
chemicals, known styreno
and butadiene. Under the SIR
procces
abou
FOR THE BUSINESSMAN
Britain's
Economic
Difficulties
PESSIMISTIC REPORTS CAUSE CONCERN IN AMERICA
- ༔
Washington, June 20. Government officials are watching Britain closely for an indication of the effect which current reported economic setbacks there may have on the rest of Europe.
Some experts feel that if the present apparent slipping of the British recovery effort continues, it may have damaging effects on the situation of her continental neighbours, who still possess strong ties with the United Kingdom's financial and commercial system, despite post-war changes in their traditional economic relationship.
by
In the Middle Ages houses far is targely
bullt they are blended to-were often
on bridges. description of the symptoms as gether by heat.
being Why not utilise Magdalen Bridge present
displayed
and rising The improved process, using in this manner, to accommodate British economy,
And new, catalysts to accelerate the a small, gas-container?
the curely
Redcliffe combination, is done at
Camera port the freezing mack. Fryling ex- would need vary little alteration There has been comparatively plained that the reason for the to make it into the perfect gas-little discussion of the causes
cold container. The view of it from exceptional strength of rubber seems to be the regular the Bodleian would be superb.
the shape of the molecules In
Yrs truly, substanco. Rubber, molecules,
or
"Art For Gas's Sake."
Decline In Brazil's Rice
Exports
Washington, June 20. The United States Department of
with this Faced
situation, Information received hero so
limited to a United States businessmen are looking more and more interest- edly toward new export markets, which will absorb their surplus: production as the domestic de- mand lags. It is felt that this may have the effect of bringing the United States into competi- tion for foreign markets with underlying these symptoms, beyond the oft-repeated state Britain, as well as other Euro- at a particularly ment that the British pound is pean nations, overvalued and must be adjusted unfavourable time. he said, would resemble barbed-
downwards if the exports are to An example of this already Agriculture bulletin said today. continue at wire if they could be magnified Crossing the road chief fr
level the high
at hand is the concern being that 1949 Brasilan rice exports sufficiently, and in cold rubber
Bustain Unlled voiced in some United States would probably be 120,000,000- the barbs would be more IF crossing à road is to become necessary to
a privilegs for skilled and Kingdom recovery. There are circles as to the effect the new lbs.
Ti nald the figures had been "un-less uniform.
highly trained pedestrians, then also cogent counter-arguments Anglo-Argentine trade ngrec- there must be queues at the denying that this is the case.
ment may be expected to have revised downward because of a crossing-places.
on American economy. Fears prolonged dry spell. of these as- However, most
The
United bulletin sald are being expressed The crowds must wait in en
situation are so
even relatively officially that Britain may seek States rice exports in April to He orderly manner, so many goingpects of the
talled
117,000,000 lbs-the Argentine encourage cost of sy such reduction neroas every few minutes, and technical that
the dollar largest figure for four months the rest forming into a second, well informed observers are not
aren, and in cost might result from lower third, and fourth batch, and so inclined
into a reorientation Sixty-six percent went to the detail. overhead and a saving of pure
toward Europe as a source of Far East, primarily China and supply.
the Philippines. raw materials.
What has caught the public
Burma's rice exports during. But informed quarters point May were estimated at 322,000,- ship between temperature and by "staggering" the process
as out that any United States pro- 000 lbs, compared to 387,000,000 quality was recognised as early those whose names begin with oye in the United States is the
in the test against British Initiative to lbs when as World War I,, whe
the certain letters of the alphabet appearance of words such and "depression" "slump"
same month last certain specified Germano
headlines with relation to Bri- capture Latin-American, as well year. The bulletin reported that were experimenting assembling at with
type of
synthetle hours of the day. rubber. However, it was not
4. What is the gredient of talcum powder? 5. Who was called the crowned king of Arabla"
6. What do you mean
by
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QXKi; 2, Ki-R5; K4; 1 1...QK1; 2, K1-K3 (dis ch). (Answers in Column 1)
BOYS AND GIRLS MAGAZINE
Where a Cricket Gets Songs
-They Come From a Special Music Store→→ By MAX TRELL CHRISTOPHER CRICKET said to Knarf, the shadow- boy
the turned-about with name: "I've sung a new song every night this week. And I haven't got any
new ΠΟΥ
sing. I've used them ones to all up."
"Where are you going to get any new songs?" Knarf asked. He thought for a moment that there might be a special place crickels with all their where old songs used up could go for new ones: like a sort of cricket Music Shop.
Today's hand helped Lee und his team to win one of their matches in the Vanderbilt Cup in- tournament, The most teresting feature of the hand is Leo's cue-bid of four clubs,
"Are there any cricket Music then the bid of five spades. Shops?" Knarf asked.
"Oh yes," answered Chris- When asked why he did not bid
"Several of five hearts, Lee explained that topher Cricket.
I'm going there now. his partner knew that he had them.
don't you come
along hearts. If the opponents bid Why
with me?",
six clubs, when it came around to him again he could bld six hearts, thus giving his partner
a chance to bid alx spades. "It
Started Out
Knort said he would like to
I bid Ave hearts on the second very much, so they started out.
sang.
5-17 Christopher Cricket played and "Listen to it, 'please." And he
sang:
Daisies and Trees' stand, Bugs-alt
Simply crawl, But brooks
round," said Lee, and the op- "I've never been to a cricket running.
fre
Cost May Be Lower Fryling believes that in addi-
llon to making better rubber, the new process will reduce the
rubber. explained
on,
He recalled that the relation- Congestion might be avoided
another
pared at temperatures at below the freezing mark.
ог
to
10
the
further away from follow them in
here un-
It might also be a good thing tain, That even seasoned busi- as other, world marleets, would the Burmese government pro- sentit, 1040 that rübber was pre-to confine the use of the crossing- neasmen are not immune to the be widely considered in question posed to export 225,000,000 lbs in
places to holders of permits and power of suggestion seems apable taste in view of the consis-June-United Press, crossing-licences. Anybody found parent in view of press reports tent American encouragement of
parlarly NY FOREIGN So with 75,000-mile tyres in crossing a road without written that some importers of British European programme as vital to sight, the day may come when permission should be treated as products are holding up their recovery-and
of a vagrant, and dealt with by the orders to see whether a cheaper viewed in the light of her cur-
sterling may become rent trade dimculties. tyres may outlast the some automobiles,
CHANCE FOR RUSSIA
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TUESDAY, JUNE 21
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June 20 .US10.95-
It is suggested in ometal quarters here that whether or not the pessimistle reports a mode in official riving from Britain are justified, that a British crisis might have Canada (dollar) results in England-oclai widespread publicity Ac-unfortunate political corded them may tend to ag- Europe, where the Communists England 30-day futurce Australia (pound) .... * | gravate the situation in some have long been preaching that England 90-day futures the Free Enterprise system New Zealand (pound) (pound) respects.
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The point has been made that France-official
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靄 chance on the theory that time is now Italy-emficial" In addition, you have a real since you are rather fond of Britain might not be reluctant toward the West may be based France, commercial
and that the Italy export love of knowledge, especially what is sometimes called "high at being afforded
social
now
en-
ponents go to six clubs, what | Music--Shop---before,--Chris-There's--more--to-it-than-for-it-would not.sult you temu women, especially;-are-thusiastic descriptions... of the price system,' in view of the ex- Argentine omcial
am I going to do now?”
South failed to cash the ace of diamonds, so Lee made seven spades. At the other table the hand was played at six hearts doubled, which was defeated.
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become
HONGKONG
It may Western. economie debacle. will Norway (krone).
Portugal texeudo) of help the Communist cause more Spain (pesata) activities public what in the field of science. At some living" you may dissipate your lo point out to the overseas on Russia's side,
proofs you may be energies in time in your lifa
Switzerland-free casually in rather than using them to their consider come more than
But informed quarters here Switzerland unofficial terested in the psychle and the fullest in your work. However, its contention that a change in than further outright aggression. Sweden Krona) occult. Make this a study, it once you have a project in hand government is needed...
Egyp! (pound) could you wish, but do not become which holds your interest, yourMool Informed-sources-here contend that a British econo- Middle East.
hardly be
Iran (rial) above you
reconcede that is legitimate, pro- mie relapse in the concentration
((ira); not portrayed by the Communists as Turkey always emotionally involved
a failure of the Free Enter- Latin America question of psychic phenomena, proach. Just don't let yourself vided that the patient is
bored! get
made more sick by too
Argentina uzomelat tensive experiments in Socialist- Brazil (cruzeiro) that." said Christopher after peramentally,
very loving and affectionate disease. "I'm sure
Lype control which have been Bolivia (boliviana) you have,"
sald he finished. "I'll sing the rest
The stars have given you You are definitely not the type:
the War Chile-oficial you didn't of it later. That's a fine Music Christopher; "only
Chile tree such a variety of talents that to be "enroer girls" and for-
This is considered to be par- made there since
United Press. Shop." know it."
Colombia (peso) it is important that you learn feit marriage. If you do, only ticularly important with respect
Maxico "Music By and by they came to the
Cx- Shop?" Knarf
to the possible reaction in Con-
Peru (official) "to specialise in youth. Diver in brook.
claimed' amazement,
sification is good if it is not car unhappiness can be in store.
Peru free age "Pardon
me,"
Chris- didn't see any Music Shop!" sald
Uruguay (peso) anidried loo far. You have a genial Combine the two, if you musttinental Europe. It is pointed topher.
Venezuela (bollvar) Then he went to the
you did," "Of course,
a world-wide edge of the brook and listened Christopher.
To And what the stars have has
Far East. "It was
the personality and can be the centre have a job as well as a family! out that since the war, Britain to the water babbling over the Brook.
India trupee) of any social group. But
United States spokes-
Pakistan rupee), Pre- you are not among those who u store fort tomorrow, select symbol of self-denial and dis- rocks and gurgling in Then they walked on.
Hongkong (dollar).... mossy
Netherlands East Indies and out among the rools of the
Let men have frequently cited Die they reached the edge are intellectually your equal, your birthday star and read the cipling,
Singapore (dollar) willow. Finally he returned of the woods. "Pardon me a you are inclined to get bored corresponding paragraph.
your British "ousterity" programme is worse show it your birthday
The turnover on the Stock to Knnef.
to other European nations as an moment, Knarf. Here's another and what a brand new Music Shop. "Tve just got
It's the Woods Avold this impoliteness at all dally guide.
conduct Exchange this morning example of the type of song," he announced to Knarf. Music Shop. They have And
ts to be $107,350.00. Transactions and WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22
necessary if recovery Bongs in here. I'll get one."
Christopher Kharf watched
23. achieved, and it is generally prices: BAGITTARIUS
acknowledged that certain other SHARES BUYERS SELLERS SALES until he
GEMINI (May 22-June 22)--
making Im-governments have fallen short BANKS AA fairly good business day, but Dec. 22)-Avold Christopher If you are looking for really portant business decision invol- of British standards in "Just got another good results, search for them in ving plans for financial expan- respect.
announced. the romantle realm!
CANCER (Juno 23-July 23)
perhaps -A partnership, romance, can prove very tunata and happy for you to day. Business looks good, ton. LEO (July 24-Aug. 29)-
Rupert & the Arrows-22
Rupert states at the arrows." Thu old gentleman does get the queetest notions," he thinks. But before he can speak he is led our of the room and into the grounds, where Podgy and Pong-Ping have at last arrived. The Professor takes the burst ball from Podgy. "So that's what my artow didto it? Whe same." Well, never mind'll give you a fine new third one Somewhere ahere, inga arrow. It's my best on if you
can End that I will give all three of you a new: ball 1,96 jun
ALL RIGHTS REERRVED,
BRONCHO BILL
CHILD
KEN,THE HORNE UP AND LOOKS AT THE BON RAHSEE
rently
go inside the woods was lost among the trees. few minutes later returned.
new song," be
The oak tree
Then he sang:
Said to the elm tree and
The elm tree
Satd to the cok:
"It's nearly half-past April HOW
"It's time we all awokel"
The trunks called
Up to the branches and The branches
Called to the twige:
for
star. be
slon until later on.
(Nov.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 28-Jan. However, if Europe should,
business th 20)-Combine
arid during the coming nonths, be social assets and the results will confronted with the unpleasant
See ad- fact that these sacrifices be very rewarding.
unavailing, the effect on publie vancement in your work.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21-Feb. morale might be serious.
A fine day for all new ideas. 19)-If dealing with the public,
make definito gaine
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New British diffeuliles might which revive criticisms Start a new job. Excellent form
active
day for all your also Pocially
have been volved in the past marriages and engagements.
VIRGO (Auz, 24-Sept. 25) major projects.
FISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 211 that the economic policies of UTILITIES A day for making or receive
recovery general European duc
to marriage is in prospect. to "Please open up your sleepy ing a marriage proposal. Also Perhaps a change in residence Sir Stafford Cripps are adverse
wedding. If buds
a good day for
A good time to set up house and nationalistic in character. A possible effect of this is the "And Jet us havo
some planning one.
keeping.
the European LIBRA (Sept. 28-Oct. 23)- ARIES (Mar, 22-Apr. 20) weakening of spriga!
in struggle toward economic unity "It's
д wonderful
song," Particularly good for love and
especially Partnerships, Knorf said.
romance. A friendship may, business,
are well favoured which the ECA Administrator "Brand new, siraight from turn out to be more than that. now. Personal matters go along Mr Paul:: Hoffnian, and other United States eelals here con- the Music Shop," said Chris Marriage in prospect, perhaps well, too. topher.
So Knar!learned where SCORPIO" (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) ・・ TAURUS (Apr. 21-May ay sider of great importance.
From the viewpoint of the Christopher Cricket got ble Business takes a back. Best-It! You are progressive and
on Ingenius, you should be able to United States, as well as the British songs. To be sure, Knirf had for romance, Concentrate
very world generally, the soon these Music Shops before. Four personal matters for the work out your plans
satisfactorily. best resulta
slump'comes at a difficult time,
EL But he never knew,:
Surrounded
By Harry F. O'Neill
· KETIN-BYBO
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Newfoundland
Trade Boom
Montreal, June 20.-Now- foundland bad' experienced an increase in business since Con- federation, and prospects for business ond industrial pansion in the new province ap- be good, Mr.R, C. Vaughan, President of the Canadian National Railways,
Peared
to
Ex-
17 1000 @ 16.65 | said here lasts arrived in
ARER ER
Mr
Vaughan
13 500 13.00 Montreal after completing a 3,200-mile inspection trip over CNR'S main line to St John's.
He said conditions on the island made economie prosperity dependent upon transport facili tico.
Rough; terrain, ́ ́this “
trafic linca - and
and distances between outposts, presented - serious operating problems, but since“ confederation there had been a marked increased in the num- bur of travellers to Newfound..... land, and in the column• OL freight handled.—United Press.
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Bustiem" was done in the local exchange market "this.
Winding-Up OF Bank Ordered London, June 20-An order was made' in the "High Court Jy50 | today for the compulsory wind-
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For one thing, the States itself is facing a period at. economie slow-down which economic has many domestle- experts concerned, press reports that President unofficial
moming at the followɔrig - gates!-- Truman' Council of Economie. Piening pounds note: (per, 22:16.60 advisers has prepared a new 18. doute (per 1).
Tic pisstres (per 100). private report warning of this, NTs (Dhe, 100) and urging that some degree of siem ileals (per 109). Tederal Government deficit be Singapore (Bizalia) *** accepted as preferable to an increase in taxes, which would draw new and possibly
out of the Jute Goods For PL Abu Tahir Mohammed Siddique
textile traders and creditors of business" "systoni,i) contribute to recession. How- Manila, June 20India is the company on the grould that erloko Zar it appears that planning to allocate 2,000 tons of the parent bank in India, suss MTruman dhimaal 11 feels to goods to the Philippines for hither taxes should be 1 imposed the second half of the year end to Balance the United States ing December 25, It was and
nounced today ---Reuter/WTAR
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|ing-up of the Exchange. Bank
SORING The petition" was, brought
liquidation. The pet counsel said, that the bank-War not represented, and there w no oppouttost