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HISTORICAL SKETCH OF THE WORLD'S CHINESE STUDENTS FEDERATION.

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Wang, Dr. Wu Chao Chu, Dr. P. H. Lo. Dr. Hawkling S. Yen. Dr. Y. T. Tsur, Dr. L. N. Chang, Dr. Hu Suh, Dr. M. T. Hu, Dr. C. V. Yul,, At this juncture when the Chinese Lyon. Dr. Y. C. Chang. Dr. Chang Dr. John C. Furguson, Dr. D. W. students are assuming a role of grave Poh Ling. Dr. U. 1. Yen, Dr. M. responsibility in the transitional deve-T. Z. Tyau. Dr. Y. C. Ma. Dr. Y. Y. lopments of a vast new republic that Tsu. Dr. Yang Pan Chien, Dr. Wang is struggling to reach the goal of true Chung Hui, Dr. Wu Lien Teh, Dr. democracy, a historical sketch of the Paut S. Reinsch, Dr. Julean Arnold, World's Chinese Students' Federation

Dr. P. W. Kuo, Dr. Monlin Chiang. is evidently of timely interest. It was Dr. John Y. Lee, Dr. W. W. Yen, on the first of July, 1905, that the Dr. V. K. Wellington Ku. Dr. Alfred Federation came into existence. In Sac, Dr. C. Chu, Admiral Lee Ting the evening of that memorable day! Sing. Gen. Chiang.. Tso-Ping, Gen. the inaugural meeting was held in the

Pah Wen Wei, Hon. Fan Yuen Lien, meeting room of the Y.M.C.A. where Hon. Yuun Hsi Tao, Hon. Tsai Yueq a large gathering of prominent educa Pei. Messrs. Chow Wan Parig, Chu tionists and other enlightened men PAC Fay. Sung Hang Chang, Y. C met in response to the invitation of Tong. C. P. Yin, J. B. Powell, David Dr. T. H. Lee, author of the plan of Z. T. Yu, S. C. Lin, K. P. Chen, organising World's. Chinese Students Ivan Chen. Eugene Chen, and Quo Federation. The main feature of the Tai Chi. meeting was the impressive address.

delivered by the future president who made an eloquent appeal in support of the raison Verre of the new Federa tion.

SERVICES TO STUDENTS GOING

ARCAD.The. Federation is in touch with the leading institutions in the West and assists intending students te enter the proper universities accord-

FOOTBALL NOTES.

[By "IONDRAMUS.")

THE CHINA MAIL.

THE WEEK END MATCHES.

HONGKONG DEFENCE

CORPS.

Administratīvo Orders by Majer . H. Wakeman, V.D., Acting Adminis- irativa Commandant.

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matches fixed for this alternoon:

The following are the league No. 785 Private A. J. Carter

Signalling Section, is permitted to re-, sign, on leaving the Colony, cared Oct. 31, 1919.

IST DIVISION.

Club. v. R.G.A.. Military Ground. Kick off at 4 p.m.

St. Joseph's v. Sour China, Navy Ground. Kick off at 4 p.m.

Kick off at 4 p.m.

Navy v. Police, Club Ground:

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2ND DIVISION.

South Chiffa "A" y. Manchesters. Club Ground. Kick off at 2:30 p.m. United v. Indians, Military Ground. Kick off at 2.30 p.m.

Navy Ground. Kick of at 2.30 p.m. Club Reserves v. Club de Recreio,

Alter reviewing the history of China since the advent of Europeansing to the nature of training they and Americans, the speaker brought desire. Passports and medical certi home to the audience the dangers Rcates are secured and passages book which beset China and proved that

ed for the students who are provided the salvation on the nation must be Subht hear her student body who. With all the hints they need for con- werd, however, not co-ordinating their dating themselves, properly during e..is un teunt of their scattered the voyage and on arrival at destina- tion. They are also given letters of 19 245 lt way would be able to pro recommendation to make sure that loves the welfare of their Fatherland

10. að án veilisation to bing they will be well looked after from the College who are

time they leave Shanghai till they

enjoyed the facilities offered by the ties. Thousands of students have

Federation.

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No. 849 Private A. Coghill. B Company, is permined to resign. of leaving the Colony, from Dec. 31,

1919.

LEAVE.

Sergean: 1. Day, Engineer Com- pany, is granted two months' extension of leave, until March 1, 1920.

ISSUE OF STORES... -The Store will be closed for the Issue of stores from 22nd to 31st inst. inclusive.

RETURN OF ARMS, AMMUNITION, EQUIPMENT. ETC. TO STORE.

$96 March, Shanghai Docks, busi nesa has taken place at Tis, 120 cash owing to extreme tightness of money. Shares, however, are wanted at Tls. 135 March,

Cortons.The Shanghai market ap pears to be lifeless and very few wires have come through quoting rates. The following are the latest cash quotations-Evos Fla. 625, Kung. Yiks Tis. 50. Lacu Kang Mows. Tis. 300. Oriemals Tls. 320, Shanghai Cottons Tis. 230, and Yangiszepoos Tis. 30.

Miscellaneous. Cements have buyers at $6.50. China Borneos at FS5, Steam Laundries $34. Water

boats $12, China. Lights $7 (old) and $51 (new), Powells $12, and Wise- mans $27).

DIAMONDS LOST IN LINER.

MAIL BAG OUT OPEN.

On the arrival of the Holt liner Dates for the return of these by "Eneas" (10,000 tons) at Liverpool, it each unit will be notified later.

was found that a packet of diamonds, had been stolen from the mails. worth many thousands of pounds.

Order for Engineer Company by Lieut.

W. Brown.

D.E.L. INSTRUCTION CLASSES. These classes are discontinued until further notice.

DE.L. EXAMINATION,

No. 307 Sapper T. G. Fleming has teen granted the "Proficient" quali Acation as

an Engine Driver from

them together, we h¢ them light and have entered their chosen univers reputation to keep and are naturally June 4. 1919, inclusive.

Bevaragement, How to bydle them to vender mattua uld. On July 5 the serad meeting was held and the pic-' pud Loisuutta pepe.ed by a special committed was read and up-

are between well matched teams. and All the matches in the first division

football enthusiasts are assured of a rare treat. The match which arises the most speculation is that between. St. Joseph's College and South China. Both these teams play good football and they drew on the occasion of a previous encounter. St. Joseph's now leading the Chinese in the league tables, have a anxious to show their superiority, and at the same time consolidate their position and keep above the Chinese SERVICES TO RETURNED STUDENTS, Cntil the close of the league. The The Federation maintains an Em-Chinese on the other hand, who en ployment Bureau which has been in- tered the senior league, one season strumental in securing lucrative posi- before the Collegians, mean busi- tions for returned students, many of ness.

pation of the result of this match, A draw is the popular antici- despite the fact that St.-Joseph's are. not as strong as on the occasion o the previous encounter.

The exceclive conanie shed, with ur. 7. H. Lee, as es cent. Ar this meeting no less La SP persona signified their desire to recome members of the Federa-whom have written letters of sincere Dr. Near the end of july premises gratitude for the assistance rendered at the corner of Burkill and Cheng them by the Federation. Roads were leased for headquarters of the Federation. Here the first Quarterly Meeting was held, followed by a concert which was a great social and financial success.

From that time on the public in Shangha and other parts of China began to take a fively interest in the Federation and generously offered their loyal support, resulting in z Steady swelling of the membership hstand in the production of a series of educational and social activities which has given the Federation a status that has reflected honour not only the institution itself but also to the country Any attempt he re- Pate the events of the Federation in their proper chronological order would be impossible in a brief sketch of this

FEDERATION PUBLICATIONS-The Federation early realised the necessity of keeping in touch with its members at home and broad. It has therefore, published at different times journals of its own both in Chinese and Eng- fish. The literature is of a very vatu- able character and deals with the burning questions of the various re- forms of which China stands in need. Among the contributors were found men of great distinction in literary and political circles.

The Club-R.G.A. match which to be played on the Military ground should also prove to be a big draw.. Some are inclined to anticipate an easy win for the Club, but those who have followed local league football week after week think otherwise." Despite the fact that the civilians are the hot favourites for 'this match, we think a draw is the most probable

TIMELY LECTURES.-The Federa-result. rion has always made a point of getting distinguished speakers to give lectures on timely topics. The substance of the lectures is recorded and com- municated to the members through the tectures is recorded and com-

PAY.

November will be issued at Engineer Pay and Travelling Expenses for Company Office, H.K.D.C. Head- quarters. between 5.15 and 5.45 p.m. on Tuesday, 23rd inst.

Orders for Cadet Company by Liont A. D. MED.

STRENGTH.

Cadet . J. Burden. joined on the 15th inst. and is posted to Section 1. Cadet. H. Balean is permitted to resign, on leaving the Colony:

CAMP

All who wish to attend should notify at once their Section Commanders.

PARADE.

Monday, Dec. 22.-5.15 p.m. The whole Company at Murray Parade Ground.

G. E. STEWART, Captain, Adjutant, H.K. Delence Corps. Hongkong, Dec. 19, 1910.

NOTICES.

HONGKONG RIFLE LEAGUE. Members of the Corps are remind-

The Police who as evidenced by the last two week end riatches are playing much improved football and are begin- ning to be able to take care of themed of the practice shoot at King's selves, meet the Navy on Saturday, Park Range at 2:30 p.m. on Saruz-

kind. The following general descrip- lectures have attracted large audiences If the sailors turn out the same team day, 20th inst.

than is intended to show how the Federation has lived up to its original ideals and how it is capable of doing more useful service to educational China it an additional measure of generous support and energetic en- couragement is forthcoming:

AM. The aim of the World's Chinese Students' Federation is to promote better understanding and etoser sympathy among Chinese stud- ents all over the world.

MEMBERSHIP.--Honorary Member- ship is intended for those who have periorted meruorious services to the country or to the association. The list of Hon. Members includes such distinguished men as Dr. Wu Ting Fang, Admiral Sah Cheng Ping, the late Dr. Jeme Tien Yew, and Dr. F. L. Hawks Pott.

Life Membership is intended for those who donate a sum of $200 or more for the maintenance and develop ment of the Federation. The list of life members includes such prominent men as Hon. Tong Shao Yi. Dr. C. C. Wang, Dr. Sao-ke Alfred Sze. Hon. Chang Chien, Admiral Tsai Ting Kan, Messrs.. F. M. Sah, M. Y. Chung, Y. M. Chien and Hon. Yang Tehing.

and the effecis produced by the spoken word were notably conducive to the general, awakening which is a neces- sary prelude of the salvation of China. In addition to lectures Special Orator- ical Contests have been held at an- nual intervals.

as the one fielded last Saturday when they met the Staff and Departments. they should manage a win.

Of the three matches in the second

1.m.

CORPS RIFLE CHAMPIONSHIP. The Corps Championship will be shot for at King's Park Range on Sunday, Dec. 21, commencing at 9.30

Conditions 200, 500 and 600) division one. that between two ban-yards. Bisley Targets, open sights. 7 Rounds and Sighting Shot at each range.

Regulation slings allowed. Entries to be made on the Range. Entrance fee 50 cents.

ing educational institutions which have The list of the lead- taken part, includes St. John's Uni-the Indians, should be well attended.

tam teams, namely, the United and versity, Nanyang College, Futan University, Baptist College, Nanking Teachers' College, Soochow Univer- sity. Cheklang University and Nan- king University.

of interest to football enthusiasts is The other match which should be

Club de Recreio. These two teams that between the Club Reserves and WEEKLY SHARE REPORT. have been giving very good accounts of themselves so far and their en- counter should produce some good

SOCIAL SERVICES.-The Federation maintains also a social department which seeks to develop the spirit of mutual understanding and sympathy among the various Chinese circles as football. well as to cultivate sentiments of genuine friendship, between foreigners

Between South China "A" aid

made a personal donation of $1,000 President Hsu Shih Chang has to the Federation.

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on Dec. 19:

Messrs. W. Logan & Co. report

We have again to report a dull week. of business with only a small number tions for the approaching settlement of transactions passing mostly liquida-

on the 23rd inst. The only strong stock in the market is China Sugars which rose from our last quotation of $193 to $211 buyers. The Shanghai market for cottons remains very dull and prices are mostly nominal.

Banks-Hongkong and Shanghai Banks have improved and shares are enquired for a: $527}.

and Chinese. It has taken an active the Manchesters, the Chinese is the part in the local receptions held in better team and should manage to honour of Dr. Paul S. Reinsch, Dr.wa. Julean Arnold, Dr. Frank Crane, Mon. Thomas Sammons and most recently H.E. Sir John Jordan, K.C.M.G. The Federation enthu siastically espoused all movements tending to the amelioration of social conditions; and while it is by no means political organisation it conducts Sustafaing Memberships and Ordi-self as becometh a patriot when it rary Memberships are intended for has to be outspoken in criticising a those who are interested in the wel- Krave national issue. Fare of the Federation and who pay terpreted the wishes of its members

It faithfully in anually the sums of $25 and 39 when it joined the focal organisations respectively.

that demanded the removal of the raitors not long ago... The Federation There are 500 students attending 30 energetically participates in the Day and Evening Schools estab- vents which are calculated to pro-lished by the Federation. sote. better international relations be- The following statement of the re- ween China and the foreign Powers. ceipts and expenditures of the Federa-ness has been done at cheaper rates.

U. GANISATION. The association is managed by a board of di ecto:s co sisting of 15 members, and a general Scdictare. The board of directors meet chce monthly.

There are

The Federation hopes to be able to build a home of its own in the course of the next year.

Marine Insurances.--Cantons are on offer at $400 and North Chinas at at present altogether Tis. 170. The following are all leading professions of the country. Yangiszes... $260, and Far Easterns 2,000 members representing the quoted

nominal:-Unions $185, in 1909 the total o! membership was Tis: 22. only 200.

Shipping.-Indos (deferred) were. done at $237/240 but at the close have sellers at $230.

Steamboata

are quiet with sellers at $22. Doù- glases are quoted at $90, but busi-

Refineries. China Sugars, shares have changed hands at various rates with buyers now offering $211 cash and $2274 March, with no shares coating out. Malabons remain nom inai.

Looking back upon the history of it did very good work during the tion for the past ten years is a proof Shell Transports have buyers at is growth and devel pment, the World's War Work Fund campaign of the generosity of its members :- Federation justly prides itself of the and also secured numerous members fact that a large number of promin-for the American Red Cross Society. ent and progressive inen who are GENERAL-Its membership cam- actively engaged in shaping the des-paigns that of 1919 is the 9th of the tiny of the great republic of the kind-have been rendered necessary Orient, have, at one time, been, con by reason of its lack of endowment neered with the Federation in a direc funds. The response has always been torial or secretariat capacity. Among very liberal. Mr. Wu Ting Fang and this band of Inyal helpers to whom

Dr. C. T. Wang did real feats in the the Federation still owes a debt of first and fourth membership campaigns gratitude may be named Dr. C. Trespectively.

Year. 1909

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1917

$205/ Star Ferries are quiet with Receipts.

Expenditure... sellers at $31. 51,844.680 $1,564.640 3,535.410 3,392.740 0,629.890 6,102,200. 5,248.610 4,783.710 6,106.510 5,834.090 8,352.820 .6.121.650 0,530.019 5,095.7,10 9,322.300 0,115.830 11,682.244 5,625.704 191821,448.250 16,378.940

Docks and Wharves.--Kowloon Docks are quoted $175 but shares are available at slightly cheaper rates. Wharves are wanted at $92 cash and

The liner, homeward bound from Australia, called at Capetown where the mails, including the registered packet of diamonds, were placed on beard.

At Liverpool the mails were unloaded in the usual way. After wards nine diamonds were seen in the hold. The mail bags were inspected, and one was found to have been ripped open and a packet containing carats was missing. The diamonds rough diamonds weighing 1,000

were consigned to a London firm.

The police believe the theft occur. red while the liter was anchored at Capetown. Expert thieves, who knew that diamonds were being dispatched must have been concerned in the robbery, for the bag cut open was one of several hundreds placed in the ship.

The package was probably extracted edly done their work hastily. at night. The thieves had undoubt

Recently a theft of diamonds was

to Japan. reported in a steamship on a voyage

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