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TYPHOON DAMAGE

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THE HONGKONG & SHANGHAI; HOTELS, LTD.

ANNOUNCEMENTS.

REPULSE BAY HOTEL.

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Commencing MAY 1st the ORCHESTRA will play as under:-

TUESDAYS TEA & DINNER DANCE WEDNESDAYS DINNER DANCE THURSDAYS TEA & DINNER DANCE SATURDAYS TEA & DINNER DANCE

SUNDAYS

ORCHESTRAL CONCERTS during TIFFIN & TÉA.

HONGKONG HOTEL.

GRILL ROOMS DINNER DANS ANT NIGHTLY

DANCING 6 p.r. to 12 midnight" Tables may be served in advance!

MACLAREN'S MISHAP.

SPORTING AMERICAN

OFFER.

Hakodate to Akyab.

THE CHINA MAIL.

COMMERCE AND FINANCE.!

NAM PAK HONG MARKETS.

This morning's Nam Pak Hops quotations, basis usual guild terms, were as follows:

Java sugar, average quality, per picul notFutures No. 24 rough white-July delivery $10.43, August delivery 10.23 September delivery 10.23. Spot No. 24 rough white $12,65, No. 24 fine white 14.70, No. 18 rough brown 12.50, Java brown 11.80,"

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CHINA'S IMPORTS.

'BRITISH TRADERS' CONCERN.

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LONDON, May 25, The Times city notes, dealing with the serious concern of British houses trading in the east at the

CINEMA NOTES...

The cinema-going public needs no explanation who Mac Marsh is, In Birth of Nation

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and "Intolerance" she won high praise for her respective parts and for other screen achievements she has been compared with Ellen Terry whose art on the stage le so well- known all over the world."

Miss Marsh is supported by Alec. 8. Francis and Niles Welch in "The Face In The Dark" which Rice, average quality, per picut will be put on at the Queen's gross for net-No. 1 Siam long Theatre to-night til Thursday white $9.20 No. I Saigon long The story is of an evil genius white 7.60.

whose identity is concealed even FiDur, per sack of 50 lbs from his confederates by means ol Sperry's $346,-White Greens. 2.65, a powerful light placed before his Nutmeg Orange 2.62, Kingfisher face. He directs the robberies of 2.83, Maize 251, Big Gun 2.65 banke in such a way that even the Tiger Shield 2.90, Globe 2.52, Old banks themselves are unwilling to Mil 2.52, Reindeer 2.55, Melon disclose the real facts being 2.55 C and C. 2:60, Dayton 2.53, content to leave things as they arc Kwan Tae 2.52

Through his skill the outer doors of vaults are opened but the inner barricades are left untouched, Nevertheless, genuine money is substituted by counterfeit and it is up against such odds that Jane Ridgeway, daughter of an ox- secret service man who is in league with the crooks, has to fight. Mae Mash gives a wonder. provincial taxation of foreign fully realistic portrayal as the imports to China in defiance of heroine

thrilling of this treaty obligations, declares that melodrama. the evil calls for redress. Referring to a suggestion that the Legation should assist the Peking Govern ment to maintain the treaties How many of Hongkong screen- by recognising Cheklang's de lovers have expressed a silent claration of independence as a wish to see as much of Norma justification for indulging in fiscal Talmadge ns they possibly can? retaliation against her, the Times It would be safe to assume- remarks that an action of this sort judging by the popularity she proved effectua! a few years ago has deservedly gained here- at Kwangtung when that Frovince that, she appeals to all classes of attempted to flout the authority of the cinema public, those who go the Central Government; but what merely to be entertained, those ever course was adopted the need who look on a star's work as an For prompt and effective action art, and those who are attracted could not be gainsaid.

because of skilful treatment of a pleasing and yet lifelike plot.

There are more than enough artificial barriers to trade already" concludes the journal.

MANCHESTER REPORT.

Messrs. James F. Hutton and Co., Ltd., Manchester, write on April 25

In The Wonderful Thing." which will be shown at the Coronet to-day and to-morrow, she gives another sterling performance in a play which seems specially suited to her versatile talents. This is a First National feature directed by, Herbert Bredon. She Trading both in the American is supported by Harrison Ford as markets and the markets on this the hero and Julia Hoyt one of side has been interrupted by the New York's society leaders. Easter Blidays and no new fea Blended with just the correct tares of importance have develop proportions of the lighter vein and ed. Demand for spot cotton at the more serious episodes of Liverpool remains good and misunderstandings of married near months have also been in life being cleared away by an request for trade purposes. Apart appreciative millionaire father, from these factors,, however, the picture cannot be too highly more reactionary tendency has praised. As it will only be on for 'been in evidence. Chiefy this a very short run patrons should LONDON, May 25. has been initiated in America make a point of not missing it. The death of the shipping mag-where the textile tråde reports are

Very pessimistic. More: gate and racehorse owner, Mr. again Bower Isinay from encephalitis favourable weather in the cotton lethargic, Commonly called | Arowing belt has also caused new sleepy sickness," has drawn crop the to be more neglected. fresh attention 10 the recem ist!! However, doubtful

SLEEPY SICKNESS.".

ITS SPREAD IN BRITAIN, -

alarming spread of this disease whether to crap preparations are in Britain.

proceedingsatisfactorily.

TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS.

· NOTICE TO. CONSIGNEES.

TOKYO, May 26, Peading fuiler details of the damage done to the British plane Akyab, Colonel Brocine has arranged tentative plans, to rash complete unassembled plaie from It was first intended to assemble

There have been 280 cases a In he Manchester market LLOYD TRIESTINO S. N. CO, the machine at Hakodate and fly it to Akyale This arrangement week this month, ind 2,500 since business is been quieter as there was cancelled when Commande January 1st., compared with an was some falling of enquiry in the In the Abbott, ofthe B.S. 43rd Destroyer annual average of 839. The early part of the week. Division, learning of the mortality is between 12 and 21 per latter part though there has been a Britisher's "nishap, offered Col. cent...

renewal of demand for a good Official and other researches any styles, especially from the Broun: the use of an American destroyer to transport the plane have hitherto failed to discover Far Easter markets, and there appears to be some prospect of from Hakode at full speed the cause of the disease-Reuter

more business being done in the as far Hongkong. The offer depends

near future. Yarns are very firin. IRAQ DISCUSSIONS. approval

and although prices immediately CONSTANTINOPLE, May 28 advance in sympathy with rises The Anglo-Turkish negotiations in the raw material it is seldom which have been proceeding here possible to obtain full concessions since May 20, relative to the disput when the muvement is downward. innded

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the of the Admiral of the Asiatic Fleet, which is most likely to be given,

Cul. Broomer has gratefully agpepted and has commimicated details of the offer to the British

Admiral

Approximately two weeks will be required for the plane to reach Akyab.

3.

Col. Broome, in a massage to Reitters, stated that Commander Abbott's offer exemplifies sports

Reuter,

FUTURE PLANS.

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Sir Percy Cox, on behalf of

HE

Synerhip

"SILVIO PELLICO.”

FROM TRIESTE, VENICE,, BRINDISI SPALATO, PORT SAID, MASSAUA, ADEN,

COLOMBO, PENANG & SINGAPORE,

UNSIGNEES of Cargo are hereby informed that all Goods are being at their risk into the

ed territory in Mosul being incor. Spinners of Egyptian are especial Godowns of the Hongkong and Kow- porated with Iraq, have reachedly strong. In the week quotations for Wharf and Godown Company, deadlock. Fethi Bey, on hehalf are reduced d per lb for coarse Ltd., et Kowloop, whenes and/or from of Turkey, has demanded the counts whilst the finest grades the harves delivery may be obtained.

are unchanged...

Optional Cargo will be forwarded rendition of the whole district.

From India enquiry has increased unless notice to the contrary be given

before 27th inst. Britain, insisted on the present white; fine goods, dyed and printed Goods have left the Godowns, and all somewhat" especially for light

No claims will be admitted after the manship of the highest type-frontier, with slight modifications. styles, but as yet there has not Goods remaining undelivered after

The speeches at four meetings been any disposition to increase the 2nd prox, will be subject to rent, which have been held were practically a repetition of old offers sufficiently for any business

All claims against the steamer must arguments which were exhausted of weight to be arranged. For be presented to the Undersigned on that the mishap to the flying-boat at Lausanne, and, in spite of the China there has been a fair enquiry or bofors the 12th prox, or they wil

for quotations for varied makes not he recognized Vulture, was due to the machine friendly atmosphere prevailing, no Continental, demand for yarn and being waterlogged owing to the progress has been made, as is

All broken, obafed, and damaged heavy rains at Akyab.

The shown by the fact that a map hand-cloth has been good. The smaller Goods nro to be left in the Godowns,

Far Eastern markets show little life ed to Sir Percy Cox this morning and Egypt and the Near East have where they will be examined on the merely establishes the frontier Hinc which the Turks claim in an' been dull. unmodified form.

AKYAB, May 26,

Squadron Leader MacLaren says

machine, refusing to stay in the

air, dropped and had to be aban- doned.

MacLaren says that his plans are uncertain, but he has cabled to England asking for a spare machine to be sent from Tokyo.

Meanwhile, MacLaren will bably remain at Akyab,

FANCY AND FACT.

It is understood that Sir Percy has asked the Government for instructions; meanwhile, no fresh pro-meeting has been arranged.

If day-dreams could be real And froths of thought be true," My love, that one thing leal Would trace life's joy to you Would then with fate conspire, To cut down every briar Between our Hearts" Dësirë-- ď day-dreams could be real

And froths of thought be true

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But life iu filled with shadows The shadows men pursue, Those false and infrage-nieadows That stand between us two- The hope in blind ambition,

Or fame and uaine's delusion'

By some material vision-

For life is filled with shadows,

The shadowa men pursue.

-H. M. SILVA

Baby's Own Tablets

Failure to agree may mean a) reference of the question to the Council of the League of Nations, CURED THIS LITTLE GIRL

as is provided in the Lausanne OF STOMACH TROUBLES Treaty, which, it is believed, the Turks are

anxious to avold. -Reuter.

MR. J. H. THOMAS'ILL....

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LONDON, May 26.

IN KELANTAN.

Anxious parents everywhore aaksone anothor what to do when their little ones are siling. It is for the benefit of such fathers and mothers that Mr. M. Ghazaly of Kota Bahru, Kolaatan, Federated Malay States.* permits the pubilation of the following lostor.

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That Mr. J. H Thomas is sud: Re says: denly indisposed was announcedam glad to inform you that singe today when for this reason a my infant grand-daughter has taken meeting between the Secretary Baby's Own Tablets she has grown in of State for the Colonies and the weight, sleeps well at night and is free

from atomsah: troubles." India Colonies Committee to

Baby's Own Tablete the Canadian consider the latter's report on children's remedy,

guaranteed Kenya Immigration was post absolutely froe from narcotics poned.-Reuter.

or other injurious drugs, and are per- Istly banalon oren to the younger in Mr Thomas bas contracted ant. They are recommended for the pleurisy and is under the care of foverishness, constipation, cofe, diar treatment of infantile, indignation.

rines vomiting, they allay the painu of teething, quicklý roliovo sąlds and croup, New York may 26.This deathwing sleep. If you cannot obtain them arpal worms, promote peso-ful health. is announced of Victor Herbert, where you live scaid 60 couts for o, visi. the, conductor and composer.--| to... Dr. Willline Medicine Co., 60, Reuter's American: Service,

Klingna Road, Bhanghai.

a specialist-Reuter

LATHE

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2nd prox. ap 10 ...by our surveyors Messrs. Goddard & Douglas.

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No Fire Insurance bas been effected.. Bills of Lading will be countersigned

DODWELL & CO., LTD.,

Agents. Hongkong, 27th May, 1924.

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FLL $42

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TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS.

PEAK RESIDENT'S ASSOCIATION

"

HE SECOND ANNUAL MEET ING of the above Association will be held at the Peak Club or WEDNESDAY, 11th JUNE, 1924, at 6.15 p.m. at which a full attendance f all members and those interested is particularly requested."

Now residents in the Peak area who have not us yet jned the, Association but wish ço do" so are gned care of Messrs Jardine requested to apply to the under Matheson & Co, Ltd.

E. B. C. HORNELL."

Hon. Secretary. Hongkong, 27th May, 1934,

VICTORIA RECREATION CLUB NIGHT SWIMMING, FETE

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on

SATURDAY, May 31,

Admission

$1.00

at 9.00 o'clock: DANCING on conclusion of Programme. Members, Sallors & Soldiers c. 50 $1.50 Reserved Seats

Members $1,00 R. C. WITOHELI..

Elen. Secretary.

PEAK CLUB.

MEMBERS and Subscribers Do not forget that

MR. WILLIAM REUGHAN is singing at the Peak Club"

THURSDAY, 12th JUNE, 1924,

at 9.30 pin..

on

E. B. C. HORNELL.

lion, Sucretary.

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Hongkong, 27th May, 1924.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

AMERICAN & ORIENTAL" LINE.

From NEW YORK,

TBE Steamship'

"YOSERIC" having arrival, Consiguces of Carge by her are infarned that all Gols are being landed at their risk into the hazardous and/or extra hussulona Golossus of Hougkong & Kowloon Wharf & Go- down Co., Ltd., whence s divery, may be obtained.

No Claims will to uduritied after the Goods have left the Gurlowns, and di Goods reniaining undelivered after 2 Jane, 1924, will be subject to rent,

All Chins against the stentner mast ha presented to the Undertesa un or before th Junes 1924, For Bhey will not be recognised.

All broketi, chaled and thumagel' Cloods are to left in the slow, whore they will la cxamined on 2ml Jano 1924, at 10 am.

by

No Wire lasuroncs has been electod Bill of Lading will be countersigned

THE BANK LINE, LIMITED General Agout*.

Hongkong, 2715 May, 1921.

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A Valuable Collection of Postage Stamps

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On View from Thursday, the 20th May 1924

Carme :—Cash on delivery.

LAMMERT BROS, Auctioneers.

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