1927-12-10 — Page 7

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1927.

NAVAL PROGRAMME,

AMERICANS GOING THE WHOLE HOG.

NO BRITISH COMPETITION.

London, Yesterday. "The Americans, as far as we

can make out, are going in for their full naval programme." said Mr. W. C. Bridgeman, First Lord of the Admiralty, in a speech at Welsh

Mr. W. C. Bridgeman.

pool. He added: "I do not dispute

PREMIUM BONDS.

QUESTION FOR CHANCELLOR

YOF EXCHEQUER.

ASSISTING FINANCES,

Rugby, Yesterday.

CAPTAIN LALOR.

NO FURTHER-NEWS FROM YANGTSZE.

SEARCH CONTINUING?

THE CHINA MAIL,

THEFT OF GAS.

(Continued from Page 1.) ·

BANK NOTES.

Banks

Returns of the average amount of Bank Notes in circulation and of specio in reserve in Hong Kong, Mr. Blackburn: Only in his own during the month ended Noveniher- case! (Laughter).

30, 1327 (as certified by the Mana- Mr. d'Almada: You have not prov-gers of the respective Banks:--

that yet you know! Mr. d'Almada: I put it to you

Average Specia Amount. In Reserve. that the only reason why you die- missed the accused was because be- sides being a consumer, he was in From the text of messages be-means of finding a scapegoat?— your employment. It was an easy fore it may be presumed that the You may say so. search continues.

No despatch was sent down from the upper Yangtaze Rivered yesterday with regard to the efforts to release Captain Lalor, of the British s.8. "Siangtan," who was captured by pirates near Ichang.

Admiralty Statement. The following was sent from Rugby last night by the British Wireless Service:-

In regard to suggestion for pre- mium bonds, upon which the Con- Bervative members; of the House of Commone have been circulated, Bir Cement Kinloch Cooke has given notice that he will ask the Chan- cellor of Exchequer in the House of! Commons whether, with a view to | assisting national finances and pro- viding a means of securing money on cheaper terms than has hitherto been found possible to meet the re- quirements of social reform to which Parliament is committed, Captain Lalor, who was captur- he will consider the possibility of ed a week ago by Chinese pirates making an issue of investments in had held to ransom, has not yet premium bonds and so encourage been released.

The thrift among a large section of com-

pirates had under- munity which has not hitherto re- taken to produce him last

following garded the conditions governing Wednesday

nego- investments us sufficiently attrac- tiations conducted by Mr. Tocher, tive, and at the same time offer na Scottish missionary. It is re- further opportunity for all citizens ported that pirates have taken to possess a direct interest in the Captain Lalor further into inter- funds of the State7-British Wire-ior and that it is not known where he is. The Admiralty states that less Service,

the search is in progress.

UNLUCKY "13."

CHINESE CHARGED WITH THEFT.

A Chinese was brought before the Kowloon Magistrate on a charge of stealing $13, and whether it was a coincidence or not, the chief wit- nees against the accused was boy of 13, who told the Court that he actually saw the accused pat- ting his hand into the pocket of a

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[A British wireless message yes- terday stated: A proposal to lasue premium bonds as a means of rais- ing money for the State on advan tageous terms has been made, and Conservative members of the House of Commons are being circularised on the subject. The circular is signed by Colonel Gretton and Sir Frank Nelson, Chairman and Secre- tary of the Conservative Economic Group and it asks for the views of members on the proposal. A that they are building for their own scheme has been worked out, and it .defence. We have no reason is contended that by the introduc- coat which was hanging on a peg. to alter our plans. We do not in-tion of the element of chance, with The witness further stated that he tend to enter into building com substantial money prizes, large saw the accused take some petition with any country if we canums could be raised by the Gov- thing out of the pocket which he possibly help it."-Renter.

ernment at 2 or 2%1⁄2 per cent, input in his girdle. tercat Washington, Yesterday.

Representations may be The House of Representatives has made to the Government early next voted in favour of the proposal to session if the opinions expressed are elevate big guns of certain battle- favourable. It may be recalled, ships, provided that President however, that Mr. Baldwin has al- Coolidge is of opinion it will not ready expressed his disbelief that violate the Warlington Naval such a method of raising revenue Limitation Treats..

would be generally acceptable. Any

Gun Elevation.

The House of Representatives such proposal would, indeed, un- has passed the $200,000,000 first Deficiency Bill including tafter a doubtedly be the subject of acute spirited fight)

of controversy.]. provision

$940,000 for elevating the guns of the battleships "Oklahoma" and

"Nevada."--Reuter's American Ser- ALLEGED FRAUDS.

vice.

SENATORS' SEATS.

CAMPAIGN CONTRARY TO

POLICY.

CANADIAN AGAIN IN COURT.

A FURTHER REMAND.

The ease in which Richard Washington. Yesterday. Charles Williams, a native of Cana- Mr. Vare has been denied his da, is at present in Police custody oath of office by the Senate, His pending proceedings for alleged case is being referred to the Reed fraudulent conversion of large sums, Campaign Funda Commitee which discovered evidence which the Re

the property of the American Ex- press Co., was again before Mr. R. B. Lindsell at the Central Magis- | tracy this morning.

Chief Det. Inspector Reynolds ap- plied for a week's formal remand, which was granted by the Court.

Mr. Leo d'Almada Sen. informed the Magistrate that he had been in stracted to defend and asked for an order, with the accused's con- sent, that money and jewellery found on the accused be handed over to him (Mr. d'Almada). The Police having no objection, the necessary order was granted..

SHOOTING AFFRAY.

CHINESE FORMALLY CHARGED TO-DAY.

CONDITION OF WOUNDED.

The Chinese held in Police cus- tody in connection with Thursday's shooting affair, was charged before Mr. R. E. Lindsell at the Central Magistracy this morning, when Chief Det. Insp. Reynolds naked for a formal remand for one week.

In reply to Mr. Lindsell, Insp. Reynolds stated that both the publicans, Mesars. Vare and Smith, wounded Police officers and the were accused of a "campaign of second accused were. still in hos- financing contrary to public policy." pital in a critical condition. -Reuter's American Service.

W. S. Vore.

BOXING.

'REINSTATEMENT OF PAOLINO

UZCUDUN.

New York, Yesterday.

A PROPHECY.

AMPHITHEATRES FOR THE

EMPIRE..

London, Nov, 22. The advent of loud-speakers at The Basque prize fighter, Paolino public meetinga may lead to the Uzcudun, who was suspended for building of huge amphitheatres in fallure to fight Phil Scott, Las been various parts of the Empire, de- reinstated by the New York State clared Sir Herbert Baker.. In a Athletic Commisalon. - Renter's paper read before the Royal Insti- American Service.

tute of British Architects to-day.

Sir Herbort stated that be

TO CURE SICK HEADACHES believed, that in all parts of the Empire where the climate was de- arising from disordered liver or sluggish digestive processes there pendable, open air meeting places is nothing better than Pinkettes, would become centres of public and "the dainty little laxative liver national Importance.

: regulators,

Used when needed. He had seen many, such.øpen air durbars in India and two recently In Rhodesia...

Pinkettes

Pinkettes ensure that. daily regu

farity which keeps you cheery and

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With the advent of toud- speakers, large amphitheatres might becarke essential architectural necessities in all countries Times of Ceylon.”ga

It is notified for general informa- well. Of chemists, also post free, tion that a Memorial of Re-entry by 60 cents per vial, from Dr. the Crown on New Kowloon Inland Williams Medicine Co., 60 Klangse Lot No. 682 has been, rogistered ac

Hatunk cording to law, L Road, Shanghal

The case WAR adjourned until Monday next. Mr. E. S. C. Brooks appeared for the defence.

THE THRACIANS.

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In reply to the Magistrate, wit neas said that the accused had told him that his children had played with the meter and that he was will- ing to adjust the matter.

To Mr. d'Almada: I know that the accused had

a comparatively small salary and that in order to

make both ends meet both he and his wife worked at a cinema every evening.

The hearing was again adjourn-

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In addition Sterling Securities deposited with the Crown Agents valued at £1,267,000), In addition Securities deposit- ed with the Crown Agents and Straits Government valued at £3,287,205,

In addition Securities deposited with the Crown Agents valued at £180,000.

The following statement Coolidge's illustrated by the fact that he tele-Agents by the Mercantile Bank of

prudence

of the securities lodged with the Crown phoned to Mexico, but is actually India, Limited, against their notes going to Cuba-Albany Knicker in circulation, is published for gen

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EXCHANGE.

TO-DAY'S QUOTATIONS, On London-

Bank wire.....

2/-%

Bank on demand..... 2/- 7/16 Bank 30 day's eight..

Bank 4 months' sight 2/- % Credits 4 months' sight 2/1% Documentary 4 months

sight

On Paris-

2/11/2

On demand........ 1260 Credits 4 months' sight 1335

On Berlin-

On demand

An attractive programme has been arranged by the "Thracians"

On New York- who are giving a variety enter-On demand...

49% tainment (by kind permission of Credits 60 days' sight 514 Comdr. H. E. Snepp, RX.) at the On Bombay... Old Sailors and Soldiers' Home, Wire. Arsenal Street, this evening, at On demand 8.30.

On Calcutta- The proceeds will go towards the Wire Building and Equipment Fund On demand for the New Sailors' and Soldiers' Home which is now being built on the junction of Prayu East and Anton Street.

The programme comprises ten items in each halt.

Admission will be by programme.

ARMS SEIZURE,

POLICE RETICENT ON JUNK

MYSTERY.

Mystery at present surrounds the soizure by the Police yester day of some arms and ammunition and a quantity of dynamite on board trading junk No. 4,996, in the harbour.

The Police are reticent, but state that the master has been ar rested for unlawful possession.

Security

Treasury repay-

Bonds

able at 100 in 1930

Latest Amount mkt. price.

£180,000 101-102

PASSENGER LIST.

ARRIVALS.

Per ss. "Changte" from Aus- tralia on December 9:

Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Hill, Mr. C. J. Sabiston, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Manning, Mr. T. Hughes, Misa M.. T. Hughes, Mr. P. M. Williams, Mr W. L. Wedderburn, Master D. Quirk, Mrs. R. Shade and Mr. R. Keen.

NOTICE.

134%

On Singapore--

On demand

134%

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MACAO RACES. MACAO RACES. MACAO RACES.

On Manila-

On demand

par

On Shanghai-

30 day's sight (private On demand

paper)

nom.

1074

9.50 2634

On Yokohama—. On demand... Gold Loaf, 100 fine

(per tael) Sovereigne (Bank's

buying rate) Bat Silver in Hong Silver (per oz)

Kong

2% prem Chinese Copper. Cents 6% prem. Chinese Copper Cash nom.

Rate of Native in-

terest

7% p.a. Chinese Sub. Coin ... 28% dis. Hong Kong Sub. Coin par.

For Economy in Happiness

Fill Your

Children's Stockings

with

TOYS

That Mean Joy

on Christmas Morn

FIFTH EXTRA RACE MEETING.

SUNDAY 11th DECEMBER, 1927. (Weather Permitting)

First Saddling Bell 12.30 p.m. First Race at 1:00 p.m. sharp. Public Enclosure 40 cents. Members' Enclosure $2.00.

STEAMERS TO MACAO. S.S. Lungahan-8.30 a.m.

Sunday, 11th December. S.S. Sui An-9.30 a.m.

Sunday, 11th December. RETURN FROM MACAO. Sut An-3.30 p.m. Lungshan-5.00 p.m.

By Order,

S. W. CHENG,

Secretary. Hong Kong, 3rd December, 1927.

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2 qts. King George IV Gold

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1 qt. Superb Tawny Port

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1 qt. Old Brown Sherry Black

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1 qt. Puritan Old Toni or Dry

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1 qt. Burgoyne's Burgundy

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