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SPIRIT WORLD.

YOUNG CHINESE WOMAN'S SEANCES WEIRD CLAIMS,

The Calling Up of Gods and Ghosts.

Claiming supernatural powers, a young Chinese woman has been startling a section of the Hongkong community by holding sexnces with really surprising results,

Beggar Woman's Takings.

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Ugly Evil Which Must Be Dealt With Now!

Having contributed £250,000 towards the provision of measures "for the security of the Empire at sea, Hongkong is awaiting the announcement of some return in the shape of greater safety for the coasting vessels subjected to the piracy menace.

The police crusade against Unlike most the mediums and answered to the effect that profits beggars resulted in 25 persons, others of the profession, who are had already been gained by Mfr. Aostly of decrepit appearance, usually to be found in sedentary who, however, could not disposeBeing sent to Canton last night. occupations this young woman is of a big lot because prices had begging were sent to Po Loung the question were sent home all such boats.

Yesterday three children caught

really a cow-herdess, and she will only conduct seances for friends with introductions..

About a month or so ago, her village was in peril through a clash with neighbours strong enough to enlist the aid of the local garrison. A good many of the villagers fled, uniong, them the young woman, who came to Hong- kong leaving her herd and her father's padi-fields to care for themselves. *

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gone down. Another query brought an assurance that Mr. market had showed signs of reing for begging, two arrested at A's worries had decreased as the the Central Magistracy this morn Three persons were charged at

covery. Sure enough, Mr. A. had speculated in sugar with results indicated by the medium who does not know the first thing about commerce!

A day or two afterwards, Mrs. home. A. wanted the woman to visit her Mrs. B. insisted that she had spoken first. Words led to blows and a stool was thrown, luckily, without effect.

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defendant women, who had

On the person of one of the

small boy with her, was found a cheque issued by the International Banking Corporation in favour of the boy for $800. donation from a Chinese gentle The money was evidently a

man, as the cheque was endorsed

Since the recommendations of been published of orders having the Committee which considered been placed for the building of the news that the Imperial The lethargy with which those

that steps have been taken to those who have any idea at all of publish is the statement of the treating the matter is giving rise Government has thought fit to responsible would appear to be Under Secretary for the Colonies to considerable uneasiness, for increase the number of patrol conditions on the high seas and

instituted in narrow waters. craft and the system of escort by inland waters in China.to-day gunboats and armed launches know that piracy is not theoretical but an ugly fact, and the opinion is growing that the continuance of the evil is largely due to the jealousies and negligence of the

in the China Sens but who would is to protect their national trade four allied powers whose duty it

of co-operation.

Meanwhile representatives. of. shipping interests and of the officers who have to man the boats such grave risks are asking when which at present are subject to

these patrol boats are going to

In her native village she had been credited with being able to communicate with the Fifth tears in her eyes, the cowherdess at the back to the effect that the operate, for it is a well-known fact, appear to be neglecting measures

Princess of some leavenly Sister hood, but she seldom held sences, When she was paying a visit to friends, of her relatives in Hong- kong one day, a discussion started as to some poor results, gained by In lady's visit to an old woman medium in Wanchai. Casually the country gift remarked that no matter how virtuous a married woman might be, matrimony wrecked all chances of intercourse- with the gods or even with spirits of the departed...

When it became known that she had "practised at home, she was begged to try.. Her modus operandi, calling up a ghost or a deity, is to burn three incense sticks in front of herself, pase a weary and rather grimy hand over her weather-beaten face, and go off, or pretend to go off, into a trance.

A "China Mail reporter who was privileged to be present on several occasions, could not but note the profound respect with which everybody treated the medium. Whatever the source of her information, the way in which she identified everybody present and defined their respective. relations to the spirit of the dead person who for the time being spoke through her was, to say the least, quite remarkable. Everything she had to convey was sung. Each sentence bogan with ashrill high note followed by what resembled a groan and then came the words in a curious mix- ture of the classical and colloquial.

refused both, and when pressed again threatened to leave for her native village.

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amount was to be paid to the boy when he reached the age of five

years.

HONGKONG'S POLO ENTHUSIASTS.

that the present strength of the Navy is insufficient to allow of any increase, and nothing has

On Tuesday afternoon the Civilians defeated the Royal Navy, in the first match for the K.O.Y.EL. Cap by 4 goals to 2, at the Polo ground, Causeway Bay. The teams were (left to right)-—Lieut.-Commdr. Spragge, R.N., Major Rotheram, Lieut.-Commdr. Thompson, R.N., Mr. Bartholomew, Capt. Sturges, Royal Marines, Mr. Pollock, Capt. Neville, R.N., and Mr. Beith.

DIOCESAN SCHOOL,

Her eyes were closed all the time MR. PIEROY'S LETTER TO

"OLD BOYS."

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co-operation one has only to bear For examples of this lack of

in mind the pirating of large French and British steamers on the high seaa between Singapore and Hongkong and of the daily outrages against life and property which occur in inland waters. The question is being asked "must we wait until a P. & O. or a Pacific Mail liner has been similarly treated before those responsible take action?"

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It was the British Navy which broke the power of the Eastern pirates, everywhere except in the vicinity of Hongkong and Canton, and even here between the years 1834 and 1860 sloops of war flying the white ensign, were chasing and hunting down pirate junks. The prospects were "that they 10000 would have made these parts safe for traffic also had it not been for the fact that the Chinese Govern- ment accomplished it themselves. With the Manchu abdication it became impossible-for-Peking to "direct the Viceroy of the Two Kwangs to make even an attempt at piracy a capital offence and it is well known that nothing has so encouraged the pirates as the fact that no steps are ever taken against them

The solution would appear to be along the lines of those adopted prior to the time when the duty of stamping out piracy was left to the Chinese Government, and the suggestion is finding favour that some such action is necessary as that of establishing a British until the seance ended, when she

flotilla in Hongkong, as proved so smacked her forehead several

auccessful years ago. It should be times and then smiled.

comparatively easy to discover Our advertisement columna minute's rest and she would oblige

from what particular locality any announce the fact of a most enjoy. by starting off again and "going

given set of pirates come and a The "China Mail" has received able concert to be given in the

The Robert Dollar Co,'s Hong. visit to that locality should result in quest" of another spirit whose the folowing for publication from Theatre. Royal on Friday next kong office has informed name, description and resting Mr. B. C. Randall, Lon. secretary will perform and the proceeds received cable information from here, where, if found guilty, they the in the giving up of the wanted All the best of the Colony's talent "China

Mall' place had been furnished to her..

that they have men, their transportation and trial to the Diocesan School Boys' will be given to Such is her popularity that two Association women patrons, formerly staunch As proposed at the last annual Artillery Association. The objects the Shanghai office to the effect would receive the punishment

that the five United States Shipp- they deserve, friends, actually fought one dinner, a telegram was sent to Mr. of this Association are:-To create ing Board steamers now operated another to secure priority of her Geo, Piercy, the former Head- and foster a bond of comradeship by the Pacific Mall Steamship Co., supernatural services!

master, who has sent the following between all who are serving or have been purchased by the Dollar letter, dated March 36, thanking have ever served as Artillery Steamship Line. Mr. A. had seen the young the Old Boys for their

men thoughtful

in any capacity what woman and, on agreeing to pay a and kindly message” :—

This cable to the Dollar Co. HEAVY RAIN AND STRIKES. ever,

To maintain the proud means that a decision has been fee of twenty cents, had sought

Artillery Traditions" and to reached regarding the proceedings (From Our Own Correspondent,) advice regarding his business.

810 Linden Avenue, foster "Esprit de Corps." By that followed the Pacific Mall Co.'s The Fifth Princess, under a

. Victoria, B.C., the establishment of Branches"

appeal to Court, opposing the battery of questions from Mr. A.

In every part of the Bchish Shipping Board's award.

CANTON, April 24. 26th March 1925. ·

Yesterday Canton was drench- and his partners, replied. that the Dear Randall,

Isles and later, not only through-

Through the courtesy of Mr. ed by a downpour which followed cargo that he had bought on-

J. Oram Sheppard, general gent a thunderstorm and lightning. speculation was whiteish in colour

for the Pacific Mail Co., the and when put in the mouth was

"China Mail" announced that the sweet. Asked as to prospects, she

Mail Co. applied for an injunction, restraining the Board from hand ing over the 535" boats to the Dollar interests. Hearing was fixed for April 20.

THE GREAT UNPAID.

NEW J. P'S APPOINTED.

Hi Excellency the Governor has been pleased to appoint the following gentlemen to be Justices of the Peace for the Colony of Hongkong:

Non-Official.

Bailey, William Seybourne, Bell, William Henry. Black, George Duncan Ralph, M.D., C.M.

Chan Tio-son,

Davison, Arthur Wellesley..

Fung Ping-shan.

Hepkins, Leonard Egbert.

Hornell, William Woodward,

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James, Frederick William.

Knight, Charles Crosby,

Ma Chee lung.

Marah, Francis Richard. Ross, John Black.

Williamson, Smart Taylor. Wong Tape, Benjamin.

It was a surprise and delight to receive your telegram of yes terday's dale couveying "Love and esteem from all Old Boys and I husten to write on behalf

out the British Empire, but to every part of the World where such Course is feasible to institute

Gunner Friend" in the strictest sense of the world Le. To watch

of Mrs. Piercy and myself to the interests of the Artillerymen, thank you and all associated with their families and dependants, of you for your thoughtful and kind-all ranks and all branches, and to ly message, presumably from a dinner or socini meeting of the Old Boys' Association.

We are proud of the School and of the manner in which so many former and present pupile are maintaining its justly high reputa- tion, and pray God to prosper and bless all connected with the old. and new school.

We eagerly search the Hong kong newspapers for familiar names and have gladly welcomed many old friends visiting Victoria, B.C. (on Vancouver Island but not the same sa Vancouver City, which is on the mainland),"

Trusting you are well, and with our kindest regards to all,,

tam,

Yours faithfully, (891.) Geo. Piercy." B. Rondall Hon, Secretary Diocesaiz Bchool Old Boys Association;

Hongkong

extend a helping hand to those who are sick of lu trouble through no fault of their own. To organise Employment and Information Bureaux. To give those who have served as Artillerymen some means of retaining touch with Old Comrades. To act as Trustees for Orphans, Regimental Property etc. To zive financial assistance | with Education..................k By Grants or Scholarships under, the Bursary Scheme. To form a representative body to farther the interests of the Regiment in all matters.

On faquiry from Mr. Sheppard this morning, the "China Mail" was informed that no further news had been received since the last mentioned date.

HOME MAIL.

The London mail of March 26 (papers only) via Negapatara due by the s.s. Diomed at daylight this morning had not arrived at time of going to press,"

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The letter mail dated London, April 3, via Siberis, by the k.ú. Kanchow, will probably arrive late

A collision occurred in the har-In the afternoon to day. bour yesterday between the steam Bunch Kong Ching and as funk. The latter was damaged to the extent of $60.

A coolle, of the Sang Lee Com: |pany-ruljed down Marzifon, til Kwhilst at work yesterday. The man died-hortly, after admission 1oto hospital

.CANTON ITEMS.

The 40,000 workers who struck fn protest against the luxury taxes, reported previously in the "China Mall" took part in a demonstra tion and camped out for a night outside the Governor's Yamen. They have since returned home on securing promise of favourable consideration from Governor. Wu Han-win..

There is still no sign of settle ment of the, oil fuel trouble. In] spite of the strike, a few cars are still running about The ferry. boats, considered a public service, are still in service as they are, it is understood, granted limited supplies. The Canada Bus Co.'s

buses are not out.

REVOKED LEASE.

(Reuter's Service,)

Moscow, April 24.

The Sluclair company has ap¬ pealed to the supreme tribunal

A search carried out by the against the Saghallen oil leass police under a warrant at. 243 Pak judgmentira Ngau Shek (White Bulf. Rock) Insta

den erordnincsyesterday rec... Paris, 4 pill 24′′ – The Sonate his sulted in the seizure of a revolver, voted for the reinstatement of il e and to rounds af summanibon One French Legallon at Bangkok.* raan was tiken into custody Havis Agency,

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