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EDUCATION DIRECTOR ON PLAYGROUND,

REPORT FOR 1925.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 26, 1926.

“FANATICAL.”

SCIA. ON BOYCOTT ISSUES.

REPORT ON 1925.

CANTON DESPATCH.

CAPTURE OF YOCHOW REPORT.

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STRIKE DEMONSTRATION.

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"The Genefal Staff at the front telegraphed that Yochow was captured on the 22nd instant and that the Nationallet forces are now advancing towards Wuchang and Hankow cities.

I

In this Colony where lack of

Following are extracts from the Under yesterday's date, the Can- playing Belds is such a sad, if in-

the Secretariat Forton Information Bureau issued the report of evitable, handleap to our schools, Chinese Affairs for 1025, sub-following through Reuter:-- states the 1926 report of the mitted to Council to-day- Director of Education, to be placed "The outstanding event of the before the Council to-day, it is year was, of course, the General pleasant to be able to report that Strike and subsequent Boycott. a football ground and a ground work in connection with which available for tennis courts, both tended to dwarf completely the in King's Park were placed at the ordinary activities of the depart-1 disposal of the Central British ment. An outline of the history School at the end of the year. It of this fanatical outburst is given is hoped that a good ground in elsewhere in the report, but it will King's Park will also be provided not be fitting to let the year pass for Yaumati School; where the without special record of the pupils who are keen sportsmen wonderful spirit of loyalty and may not only play football and solidarity shown by the Chinese hold their sports but also if it can intelligentsia of the Colony in face be arranged, be taught to play of this great crisis. cricket.

Offers of service began to come

"A great demonstration wa held to-day when the merchant. -industrial, educational and labour delegations paraded thu Canton streets, protesting against the recent declaration by the Hongkong Governor that the Canton Strike Committee was a

band of banditti and pirates."

*

The claim to the capture of In spite of lack of school in ever. before any calls were Yochow has been confirmed by grounds, it should be possible to issued, and thereafter there wasemi-oficial sources.

Growing Requirements.

in June.

PICKET PIRATES.

:)

sent on the Executive Council off the Colony. Honour, like trou- bles, apparently never come singly, and the gratification of the JUNK HELD UP IN CHINESE Chinese community will by no

WATERS. means be confined to them.

In

measure

"Pitched Battles!”

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PA

One is

time of stress and difficulty. arrange for cricket matches benever the least difficulty in obtain- as the Chairman at last night's tween the bigger schools, Govern- ing suitable volunteers for such where in this issue.

The "parade" is referred to els gathering stated, the Chinese ment and Grant-in-Aid, by bor- varied posts as, postal; press and cable censors, assistants to the community regard the appoint rowing certain Club grounds.

Queen's College are fortunate Foot Controller, special police. ment of Sir Shouson to the Execu-in, having a football ground at special street guards and ferry- ANOTHER DELUGE? tive Council as the realisation of a Causeway Bay, and much is ex-past officers. long-cherished ambition, giving to pected from the new Queen's Col

Helpers Pilloried. lege playing fields, but that lies And it must always be borne in (Continued from page 1.) the Chinese & share in the gov in the future. The Indian Re- mind that, for these, volunteers. ernment of the Colony and mini-creation Club has done much for service means much more than the tion to do something towards e mising the opportunities for mis- the pupils of the Ellis Kadoorie actual work involved. They were venting, these accidents which Indian School by placing its instantly pilloried in Canton as! understandings between the West ground frequently at their dis-hunting dogs of British Imper To the engineer, difficulties pre- might almost be called avoidable. and the East, it has to be freely possl.

ialism, their assassination was sent themselves only to be over- conceded by the non-Chinese sec-

openly advocated, and despite come. It is not my province to tion that honour has been confer- The report goes on to state that censorship threatening let- point out in what manner they the Quarry Bay Junior School, ters 'consinually found their red where honour

might be overcome but 1 suggest was due.

started in 1924, had a moat suc-[way to their addresses.

that if these cuttings on these Moreover, the non-Chinese com cessful year under able manage- Nevertheless there were no defec- roads were faced with stone or munity cannot but see in the apment. The new building is well tions and the failure of the cement, if these huge retaining pointment of Sir Shouson to the advanced. Our thanks are again Moscow-Canton attack before this walls were properly built and pro- due to Messrs. Butterfield and line of defence may fairly be said perly supervised during building Executive Council the earnest of wire for their kindly interest in to have been the turning point of so that they should not act mere greater co-operation and concord the welfare of the school and for the campaign. The crisis was over, ly as dams, if these nullahe could in the future than has ever been their loan of its present premises, and we settled down confidently be trained or diverted, and if possible in the past. The appoint-The Central British School is to a war of attrition.

these threatening boulders could Following are extracts taken be removed by blasting, a great ment

cannot but exercise a most already finding that the 3 new

class rooms built in 1924 are not from a report under the heading risk of the monotonous recur- important bearing on all future enough to provide for its natural of "Labour":—

rence of these damages every year Hongkong. Thursday, August 26, 1928. relations between the Government expansion.

From April onwards' reports of i would be removed A great Similarly the Kowloon Junior violent and inflammatory speeches saving of money effected as well and the Chinese on the one hand

School needs accommodation if it were received almost daily, the las loss of life and discomfort and between the Chinese and thea to meet the growing require-texts being the oppression of avoided. non-Chinese on the other. Ferments of the neighbourhood. China and China's labouring

A Modern "Atlas" that, if for no other reason, the

Effect of Troubles.

masses by the "Imperialism" and I was told the other day that a With regard to English-Teach, "capitalism" of the foreigner and report was made to the Public It was only becoming that the suggestion may be repeated that Chinese community should ar-the new member of the Executive ing Government Schools (for his "hunting dogs," the "com- Works about a boulder which was other than British pupils), apradore" class and the general sitting up a hill and threatening a range a gathering at which to Council might well be invited to be comparison of the total roll in colour being "Red" of the hue as house. The Public Works were express their congratulations to the guest of honour of the foreign May and in December shows how sociated with the Third Inter-warned that they would be held The Hoi Yuen (Sea responsible. I believe. The reply these schools were affected by the national." Sir Shouson Chow on being hon-community.

troubles that began for the Colony men's Union) and the Head La that was received was that the oured with a Knighthood and a

bour Union (Association of La-Public Works were keeping it Now, wher In May the numbers were 3,190 bour Unions) took a very promin- under observation.

such possible danger has been and in December they were 1,898, ent part in this agitation.

At the same time it must be re-j

pointed out to them, does it not- membered that numbers are not On June 15 ten representatives seem rather, casual that a depart- necessarily

of from the Head Labour Union and ment like the Public Works should efficiency.

Hoi Yuen went to Canton, where make a reply of that kind, if I The sudden fall in numbers they had an interview with Liu am correctly informed. chiefly affected the higher classes, Chung Hoi, a powerful member of almost tempted to think of the view of the unique "double event" CARGO & PROPERTY TAKEN. and instead of admitting large the new Government with strong Director of Public Works watch- there is no reason why the non-

numbers of younger pupils to the communist views. It was reporting this boulder and rushing to Chinese community should not The master of a trading junk lower classes, it is recognised thated that this man had instructed bear it on his shoulders like a likewise invite the new Knight to (T4684) which left Hongkong for school up gradually, allowing it to general strike in motion. "Finan- of shipping.

the sounder method is to build the the Hongkong delegates to set a modern Atlas when it shows signs be the guest of honour, and thus Hoihow with a general cargo on reconstruct itself by natural cial assistance was promised also Then, also, it seems to me that further in an appropriate and August 18 and returned to the stages and avoiding a temptation support, food and shelter to all evident lessons to be derived from 24 these damages are not always practical manner that spirit of Colony yesterday made a report of to emphasise the importance of strikers coming to Canton.

a piracy by strike pickets whilst mere numbers.

hours after this meeting many learned. For instance, the nullah Concord which-His Excellency the

secret meetings were reported to that goes down Pedder Street and Governor dwelt upon some months on the outward voyage,

The only Revenue collected by be taking place in union and that wrecked the street during the When the junk was at Shek

the Education Department comes Boarding House in the Colony. storm is being re-built to the same" Wan Bay; in Chinese waters, at from school fees, which amounted Rumours were set about to the dimensione as before, although on The Chairman at last night's midnight of the day after leaving in 1925 to $94,416.00 as against effect that pitched battles would a previous occasion this nullah dinner, Mr. Li Yau-tsun, Chair-. Hongkong, eight men armed with

$121,478.00 in 1924.

take place in Hongkong and that was also heavily damaged. Why mun of the Chinese Chamber of

rifles and revolvers approached in

The Expenditure was $1,019.the Colony would be burnt to the could not the dimensions be made a boat flying the strike picket fag 906.23, an increase of $86,980.58 ground. People were advised to wider? Commerce, struck a good note Five of the armed

It is said that these rainstorms over the previous year. These leave the Colony at once, other- when he remarked that Hongkong the vessel and questioned the gares do not include Expenditure wise they would be shot down by occur during high water and that has been passing through difficult master regarding his movements

the rising tide meets the rush of times, and that, thanks to the cohad on board,

and the nature of the cargo heon School Buildings or Furniture British Imperialists.

which are debited to Publie There were slight material storm waters and so prevents it But sure- changes in the general situation in escaping into the sea, operation of Sir Shouson and Dr. Ten bags of flour valued at Kotewall with the authorities, $100, clothing to the value of $100 increase of $36,500 in Personal The Boycott continued. Practi- proper size

The increase is mainly due to an September compared with August. ly if the nullah were made on a from experience peace and order have been so suc. and $40 in Chinese money was Emoluments caused by the em- cally all factories in the Colony already gained this ought not to

be a factor. cessfully maintained that the they rowed away in the direction half year; of $15,000 for. Fees and yang Bros. Tobacco Co. who were taken by the armed gang before plcyment of more staff in the first with the exception of the Nan-

Saving in the End. Chinese have been able to pursue of the shore.

Maintenance for Students in working overtime, were working their occupations peacefully. The The junk continued her voyage Training at Hongkong University: with half their pre-strike staff. landslides occur pretty, nearly history of the recent-and indeed to Hoihow and reported the in- of $5,400 in Rent: of $11,400 un. The labour supply was, however, always at the same place or in the present-crisis through which cident at the Harbour Office on her der Capitation Grants: of $8,400 quickly approaching a parity with places closely adjoining previous the Colony is passing amply de-

the subsidies paid to Vernacular the reduced needs of the Colony ones and apart from the removal Schools: and of $10,00 under and all serious anxiety on this of the slipped sof nothing seems nionstrates that the best Chinese

Building Grants.

score was definitely over by the to be done. I have watched with thought and opinion are ever on

middle of October, although there great interest for months and the side of the flag that gives

Regarding Technical Institute was still some shortage in the months. every day, coolien on classes, gratifying reports, the re-more skilled branches of labour. them the surest protection-the

port states, continue to be receiv- Union Jack. Whatever may be

ed of the good work done in; the end of the present troubles in

various schools by teachers who have been trained in these classes. China itself it can be forecasted with the same confidence that the Chinese as a whole shall never

The wedding is expected to take

The popular demand said to exist walking in Wing Lok Street sud- that it might last for centuries. turn their backs on the Power place in Hongkong towards the almost ceased as soon as provision denly found a cheque which he But the same thing occurs every

end, of October of Dorothy

was made to meet it. There were carried in his pocket snatched time. The next heavy rain that the same place. And thus, not the ages to secure for them a Holyoak and the fate Hon. P. H. Classes would be largely attanded; escape in the direction of the only in safety not secure but we worthy place in the comity of Holyoak, to Capt. C. D. Arm hand, Mathematics and French was on a Chinese Bank in favour of money voted to effect what in the result, Classes in Short- Wester Market. The cheque have every year very large sums nations and to further. by all strong, M.C, 1st East Surrey were formed and have continued of another man for $678.78. honourable means that position in Regiment.

with fair success; the Book-keep- A rolled gold wrist watch valu. Prove to be only temporary re-.. international trade for which her

The annoucement of the forthing Class is in a moribund condi-ed at $48 which a saloon steward unrivalled resources so admirably terday in the usual manner on the onen Classes in Practical and left in a box which he kept under all these danger spots, they would coming marriage was posted yea- tion. Preparations were made to of the 8.8. "Empress of Canada" was formed who would examine entitle her. That by the way. Registrar's heard.

Theoretical Chemistry and in his head as a pillow was found to be able to make recommendations In this Colony the Chinese are: Mrs. Holyolk and her daughters Physics, the number of appli- have disappeared while he was which if acted upon might obviate not ungrateful to the Government kong by the na. "Antenor" which the formation of the Classes: in

are leaving England for Hong- cants for admission did not justify asleep.

these recurrent storm damages. For about a week thieves are re- It might be costly, but in the long and they owe much to leaders mails from Liverpool on Septem- Cookery, for which there was sald ported to have taken from May run it would be cheap. I have such as Sir Shouson, Dr. Kotewall, her 11 and is due to arrive here to be a very great demand, there Road, Bowen Hoad and Garden therefore no hesitation in putting and Sir Robert Ho Tung for their on October 18.

was not a single applicant, al- Road, 500 feet of telegraph cable forward this resolution for the. The East Surrey Regiment is though a highly-qualified Teacher valued at $400, the property of the approval of the Council and for sincere and undisguised co-opera- duecto leave Hongkong for India of long experience was prepared Eastern Extension Telegraph the consideration of the Govern- tion with the authorities in every at the end of October

Company.

Iment.

ago.

return..

men boarded

COMING WEDDING.

MISS D. M. HOLYOAK AND CPT, ARMSTRONG,

FIXED HERE FOR OCT.

Works.

in

Cost of Department,

Kowloon Apathy?

THREE THEFTS.

"I have also seen that these

Stubbs Road near the Peak tram station where there has been a notable slip not yet righted; I have watched these coolies sit- Yesterday has been a busy day net with mud in the hope that the ting and gently patting the pars-

In October an effort, was made for thieves and snatchers.

to establish Classes in Kowloon. A Chinese shopkeeper who was

Fevptian sun would harden it so

that has done so much through Muriel Holyoak, daughter of Mrs. grounds för expecting that the away by a man who made his/comes along causes a wash-dut in

to take charge.

pairs.

I maintain that if a Commission