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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1924.

BOXER INDEMNITY.

BOXING.

THE CHINA MAIL.

SILENCE IS GOLDEN.

RUSSELL AND DICKENSON SECOND TOURNAMENT ON LEAKAGE Of us. naval

NOT WANTED.

PONSONBY ASKS WHY.

(Reuters Scrvine.)

LONDON," December 17. In the House of Commons to day, in reply to Mr. Arthur Ponsonby (Under Secretary of

TUESDAY.

SIX BOUTS ARRANGED.

SECRETS.

NAVAL COURT ORDERED.

(Reuter's American Service.)

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On Tuesday next the Hongkong Boxing Association stage the second tournament of the season at the Theatre Royal and, as was the case at the first, a promising programme has been arranged.

Main interest, of course, centres State for Foreign Affairs-in-then the return contest between Jimvastigate the unauthorised public Labour Government), Mr Austen Cartlidge, R.N. and Matty Smith tion of information valuable to Chamberlain (Foreign Minister) for the lightweight championship possible enemy countries. said that the invitations to Mr. of the Colony.. When the pair met Lowes Dickenson and Mr. Bertrand on November 15 Jast Cartlidge Russell, to join the Advisory Com took the verdict on points, and mittee on the expenditure of the public opinion is to the effect that China Boxer indemnity, had beef he will again win, and thus make cancelled because reconsideration the Light Weight Belt his pro-. showed that the composition of the perty, commitice-which it was important to keep numerically small-was insufficiently sepresentative.

For instance, said Mr. Chamber Jain, it did not include a member with practical experience of educa- tionale organisation in China,

Ponsonby's Retort.

Mr. Ponsonby, in reply, asserted that both gentlemen were fully qualified: they had been excluded because they were associated with

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Both men possess worthy re- cords, outlines of which have 'already appeared in these columns, Briefly, Cartlidge has fought 08 times. has only lost five contests, and, has fought two to a draw,

He has never been knocked out, One of his best performances was land. when he just lost on pointa against Danny Frush'at. Premier-

er fifteen rounds

Smith has taken part in 254 contests, has won 74 by, a knock the Labour Party (Labouriteout. ile has held the feather- Cheers),

Mr. Chamberlain said he was not weight championship of Canada. anxions to discuss their qualifica-and of the Pacific Coast, and also

two lightweight championships. tions unless Mr. Ponsonby forced } .

Minor Bouts. him to do so.

Views of Tuan).

up, he thought it would be best for

Another well

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SINGAPORE STRIKE.

bUS DRIVERS OBJECT TO PENALTIES.

SHADOWS BEFORE.

Coming Events Advertised In The Mail,

ENTERTAINMENTS.

December 18-Coronet Theatre; The Thief of Bagdad."

December

18. Queen's

Singapore November, 9:-Bu- mours which began to circulate about a week back as to a pro- bable strike of motor bus drivers.

December 18-Star Theatre; in view, it la. said, of the severe WASHINGTON, December 17.

being. Mr. Curtis D. Wibur, US. way in which they are

"The Silent Command "", Secretary of the Navy, tas ordered dealt with by the authorities."The Greatest Boxing Show."

December 18-World Theatre; naval court of enquiry to in-materialised yesterday, when not a single, motor bus could be seen on the roads throughout the day. Theatre. "Polly of the Follies," There was a vision of what and, "Long Tak Sam's", last per. Singapore would be like without formance. motor buses and it was indeed December 19-20, Theatre satisfying to think that for a day Royal, "The Yeomen of the at any bate one could cross North Guard," 9 p.m." Bridge Road in comparative December 26.-Theatre Royal, The traffic constables Edgar Warwick presents the must have found it infinitely inimitable Wish Wynne. easier to discharge their duties. January 12 to 17-Hongkong Where had the buses gone? A.D.C.'s production," "St. Joan," They were to be seen bunched 9 p.m., January 14, 4.30 p.m. together in groups or parked faway in twos and threes in the different streets where they had as usual been driven to the pre- vlous night after the day's work was done. But there was no December 28.-St. Andrew's early morning stir of motor buses St. George's Golf Match at

OPIUM TRADE:

BRITAIN ANXIOUS FOR SUPPRESSION.

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safety.

in such streets as Prinsep Street, Victoria Street, Arab Street, etc, yesterday.

NO DISTURBANCES,

SPORTS. December 28.Theatre Royal, Second_Tournament of the Hong- kong Boxing Association, 9.15 Pem.

Fanling.

BOOLAL.

December 19.-Children's Xmas Party, at Helena May Instituto,

Apart from one or two iso-3.45 p.m. lated attempts to prevent drivers December 26.-Grand Carni- fom getting to work there were yala, Hongkong Hotel, Grill

disturbances and the day Room.

no

PUBLIC AUCTIONS. December 20-Lammert Bros., Sales Room, suitable

passed quietly. The Police, how- December 31-Repulse Bay ever, were alert to cope with any Hotel, grand New Year Celebra- emergency and their efforts to tion, dinner dance... put an end to the affair were not. wholly without success, for. by the afternoon a few buses, chiefly at of the bigger type; were seen run-articles for Xmas presents, noon. ning along North Bridge Road to Geylang and back.

December 20.-Lammert Bros., In Arab Street six motor bus Kowloon, miscellaneous goods, at Godown No. 6, Holt's Wharf, drivers were arrested by the 11..m.. Police and charged before Mr. Venables in the Second Police at Old P. & O. Building, Des December 22.-Lammert Bros., Court with unlawful Assembly. Voeux Road Central. Office furni Three others who were unfor-

ture, 11 a.m. tunate in picking on a Police bus with the intention in exercising their authority on the driver and ordering the vehicle.aff the roads, were "promptly arrested and charged. It was alleged that the men stopped the bus in Arab Street and would not allow the In the House of Commons vehicle to proceed. They

were to-day in reply to Mr. Trevelyan charged with criminal intimida Thomson, Mr. Austen' Chamber- tion and on being produced lain said the Government was before Mr. Venables along with anxious to do its utmost to sup- the other six men, all were re- press the opium trade, but manded for further enquiry on account must be taken of the bait of $100 each. serious, practical difficulties. The situation.

created by certain proposals submitted Geneva Conference, was being discussed.

MANY PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES.

(Reuter's Service.) |

London, December 17,

at Godown No. 6, Lower, The December 23.-Lammert Bros., Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Co., Ltd., Kowloon, 285 cases window glass.

COMPANY MEETING. December 20-Sixth meeting of China. Light and Power Co., (1918) Ltd., at St George's Building, Chater Road,, 11.30 a.m.

"OTHER MEETING.

of shareholders of the Rab Syadi- December 23.-General meeting

cate Ltd., Prince's Building, Chater Road, nooo.."

EXHIBITION.

There are five other contests, full promising good fights. Perhaps PEKING, December 17, the most interesting is what hap- Marshal Tuan Chi-jol, interview. perls to be the season's first heavy- ed by Renter's correspondent this weight contest. In this, over ten

No General Muzzling. morning, sald he strongly favoured Froands, Stoker Booth of H.M.S.. using the British portion of the "Hollyhock" meets Ldg. Setman

Mr. Wilbur siates that, although Boxer Indemnity for railway con- Francis, of H.M.S. "Titania" The the Navy Department does not struction, or other constructive former was the heavyweight

contemplate a gener muzzling of work, and he added that one of the champion of the South African navy officers, it is determined to most important problems Ching Station in 1921 and has victories Prevent the spreading of informa has to face is that of improved over a number of good men. His

tion of military value. -communications.

opponent. Francis. won the Navy Questioned regarding recentrines heavies in 1922 and reports of the impending dis was runner-up in the I.S.P.A. solution of Parliament, and the championships one year. denunciation of the Tsão Kun The six round fight between Coastitution and the "Provisional Stoker PC. Young, of H.M.S: Constitution of 1912, Marshal Tuan Diomede." said the Provisional Government E. Surreys, is a return contest. and Pte. Eaton-1st did not intend to take any action In November a game display gave on this question-at present. It will the soldier the victory on paints. be referred to the forthcoming Young is a plucky, forcing, fighter Conference. When the question and his opponent more of the of a new Constitution did come "classy" order who has always China to start off with clean pleased local spectators." slate. His foreign policy had

known

and been announced, and the Govern- popular Surreys scrapper will be ment intended to respect foreignon show in the person of Bands- obligations, also to maintain the man Wareham, who meets Signal- treaties, conventions and agreeman Rogers, of the Stonecutters Wireless Station over six rounds With regard to financial policy, at the light weight, poundage. It

STERN MEASURES RESPONSIBLE. Marshal Tuan said that the main is anticipated that Wareham will

It is believed that,, while the have a stiffer proposition to beat plank was "reconstruction. A

the blame is being thrown on

December 18-A unique col- the scheme of financial readjustment the Signalman than he had when

now drivers, the owners are really at and gold lacquer at Messrs. lection of Japanese prints, ivory put into operation, he met 1. S. Wrigley in November, Mr. Thomson suggested BritainThe grievance appears to be in

the bottom of the whole affair-Komor and Komor from 9 a.m. to embracing the consolidation of Rogers, last year, went ten rounds should give the lead in foreign and domestic loans. He with Jim Cartlidge in a Fleet

the the heavy penalties inflicted on

6 p.m. matter. sary to apply for a foreign loan, lost on points. He was feather thought it better not to say more sion arrived at regarding the pro- did not think it would be neces championship final and only just

Mr. Chamberlain replied heThere has been no definite deci. bus drivers, particularly of late. but the whole financial question weight Champion of the Atlantic until Government had had an posed security of $250 whieh It LATEST SHIPPING NEWS.

opportunity to consult their re- was recently thought necessary This Conference will deal with There is one other lightweight presentatives at Geneva. The to demand of owners before they argent questions relating to ad contest, hetween Stoker Lee of whole subject was most difficult were given a permit, ministration and reconstruction, H.M.S. "Hawkins and Tele- as he knew because the assist- Mr. Farrer told the "Free including the disbandment of graphist Emmerson. of H.M.S.ance of the Council of the League Press that the

Kaying, (Br.) B. & S., from troops, financial and political Marazion." The former is a good of Nations had been invoked in trouble was most probably the

root of the Bangkok, Swatow. reorganization, etc.

man and scraps to the last second. the matter.

City of Shanghai, (Br.) Bank. It will also draft regulations to Emmerson, too, is no novice. He

stern measures, it had been neces-Line, from Gensan, Shanghai. "BREEZE" AT GENEVA, govern a second Conference, or won the Chatham Port Divisional

Geneva, December 17.

sary to adopt of late in dealing i New Mathllde, (Br) YI Tái, National Convention.

After a breezy discussion in necessity for taking these steps Championship in 1922 and was

motor bus drivers. The from Haiphong, Pakhol. It will probably last about a runner-up in the recent amateur sub-committee, none of the opium-was emphasized by the frequency Saigon.

Derwent, (Br.) Taj. Yuen, from month, but no date of opening championship in Hongkong.. He, producing States are able to of motor bus accidents and the could be given, as many matters like Cartlidge, claims never to agree to the American proposal fact that there had been sixteen from Manila, Amor.

Yuensang, (Br) J., M. &. Co., had first to be adjusted. It was have been knocked out.

to limit the

production deaths' resulting from bus accl-

Cochinchine (Fren.) Kee Yee from Haiphong, Shanghai. phong. Fort Bayard.

Hanoi, (Fren.) M-M., from Hai-

Yan On, (Chil) Yan Woo, from Hofhow.

ments,

would

be

would be worked out by the and Mediterranean Fleets in forthcoming Conference,

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ARRIVALS.

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Banka, (Dan.) J. Manners & Co..

Fingal, (Nor.) M.. B. K., from

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Tasmania Maru, (Jap.) N. Y. K,

from Bremen, Singapore.

Amazon Maru, (Jap.) O. S. K, Rhine Maru, (Jap.) M. B. K., from Kobe, Singapore.

not possible to say much about the The other fight is a welter affair of opium, to medical and dents during the year. Convention, "for its duties and between A.B. Campbell of H.M.S. scientific requirements scops would be entirely deter"Titania" and Pte. Barber, of the present drafted. Report to this Affairs stated that he had not at The Secretary for Chinese mined by the first Conference. Surreys. Campbell is not very effect will be submitted at the been approached with regard to He could not say whether Changwell known here, but Barber has plenary conference in January. Tsolin, Sun Yat-sen, or Fang appeared often, and, has always

any matter touching the strike. Other sub-committees Yu-hulang would attend personal given a good account. himself.

It is generally expected that practically concluded ly, but, if not, their responsible

their the trouble will blow over in a The contests, so far as the Naval labours. The delegates are day or two. As a matter of fact, representatives would be there.

Asked what he thought of the subject to official approval, owing

participants are concerned, are departing for their homes."

the lay off has been profitably Protocol Powers' recent Notes, to a China Fleet Order just issued

used by several owners, who have from Calcutta, Singapore. Marshal Tuan said that yesterday concerning ratings, boxing ashore,

found time to repair and paint he gave instructions to the Foreign but it is confidently anticipated Office to draft a reply, which would that all contests will take place as

their buses. Several buses, which were parked in the different side be known in due course. He also

were being tuned up and painted. streets throughout yesterday, had given instructions that the arranged. Linchong demands should be settled as soon as possible. It was

The most serious thing of all regrettable this affair had been

was the inconvenience caused to allowed to drag on so long.

those who have grown, accus- tomed to depending on motor bus But the "taxi" did a roaring for Shanmi. conveyance to and from home, day's trade and the tram cars were packed and over-crowded. Yokohama, Shanghai, The Tramway Company were responsible for easing the incon- venience by putting out all cars available.

QUEEN'S THEATRE.

LONG TACK SAM'S

FAREWELL, “

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Long Tack Sam's Chinese, en- Zertainers are going "great guns" at the Queen's Theatre, where before large houses a change of programme was presented. Many of the feats of the week were retained. Long Tack Sam is ni wonderful juggler and contor-

Bookings for the tournament! are already on the heavy side, and early application for tickets is advised in order to; obviate the disappointment occasioned by many in connection with the November tournament.

Mr. A. Murdoch will referee the big fight.

· LEEDS UNIVERSITY. CONGRATULATIONS FROM MANY QUARTERS. (Reuter's Service.)

London, December 17, The celebration of 'the coming tionist, but one of his company of age of the University of Leeds is even more marvellous. He was marked by the reception of does some horizontal bar work delegates and the presentation of that has never been done before, congratulatory addresses from and must be seen to be believed. universities all over the world The Company are all star per- including universities in farmers including his two Dominions. India and Hongkong- Hexutiful daughters.

The Rev. Dr. Mackichan, speak-i The company will bring its ing for the Universities of India. Hongkong season to close to Burma and the Far East, pointed. might, and those who desire to put that the danger in Indla was sea the finest entertainment of that knowledge was pursued too its kind ever presented to. Hong- exclusively for the students' own Long theatregoers should not sake; therefore, contact with the fail to attend the Queen's Western world was both beneficial

Theatre.

and corrective.

the

STRESEMANN REFUSES THE

TASK.

(Reuter's Service.)

Berlin, December 17. President Ebert has asked Herr Stresemann to form a Cabinet. Herr Stresemann is considering his decision.

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MOROCCO.

SPANIARDS IN FURTHER WITHDRAWALS.

(Reuter'a Servico.).

Tangiers, December 17.

The Spaniards have completed the withdrawal to the Tetumn- Laraiche line of 3,000 troops

DEPARTURES.

Kitano Maru, Jap.) N.Y.K., for Yokohama, Shanghai.

Wa Sun, (Chinese) Pak Hong,

Glentara, (Br.) J. M. & Co, for

Shanghat, Swatow.

Sinklang, (Br.) B. & S., for

Nam Wah, (Port) Tajshing & Co., for Tourane, Hoihow.

Sodegaura Maru, (Jap.) Y.K.K., for Holbow.

Kueichów, (Br.) B. & S. for Cantori.

Kogika Maru, (Jap.) Y. K. K. for Halphong.

Song Bo, (Fren.) M. M. Cie, for Haiphong, Hofhow.

Ombilin, (Dut) I. C. J. L. for Haiphong

Lushan Maru, Jap.) N. Y. K for Shanghai, Swatow.

Tak Hing, (Chi.) Fook Hai, for Autati

which have been seat home. Other Mr. James P. Davis, U. S. contingents will leave shortly and Executive Consul, left Shanghai spend Christmas in Madrid. by the U. S transport "Chau- Later. Efforts are being made to subdue mont" last Friday, on Homer It is announced that Herr the Anfera tribesmen by means of leave. Mrs. Davis and children Streseman has declined to form a serial bombardment. Several tong accompanied him and will reture. Cabinet, owing to the opposition of explosives have been launched with him in about four months' of the Central Party.

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