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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1928.

DR. J. A. DE BIANCHI

THE A.D.C.

GUEST YESTERDAY OF CLUB PREPARATIONS FOR "SPORT

DE RECREIO

LEAVES FOR MACAO

Yesterday afternoon Dr. Joao

OF KINGS".

MODERN HUMOUR

Rehearsals and general prepara-

“DOMESTIC” SWINE

THE TENTH CASE FROM

-SHAMSHUI-POW

MAXIMUM PENALTY

Inspector A. Sinton, of the Sani-

a

A. do Bianchi, Minister for Portions for the Hong Kong. Amateur tary Department, summoned a tugal to China, who is passing Dramatic Club's opening produc- Chinese at the Kowloon Magistracy through to Macao, was the tion, "The Sport of Kings," are this morning, for keeping awine in

dwellings without quest of the Club de Recreio at proceeding apace, and there is domestic King's Park, the entertainment every indication of the earlier an-licence from the Sanitary Board, at taking the form of an informal ticipations of success being more No. 9, Yee Kok-street, Shamshul- tea party on the Club's lawns, fol-than realised. lowed by a dance in the hall. With the advent of crook plays. It appears that defendant had 70 The Minister was welcomed by and the absorption of Trans-Atlan-pigs in his backyard, at the time a large gathering of ladies and tie humour, the farce, as under- of a visit paid by Inspector Sinton. gentlemen of the local Portuguese stood a decade ago, has had less Accused had been warned several community.

and less appeal every time it has times by the latter, but had taken

no.

Dr. de Bianchi entered into made its appearance before pro-na notice. conversation with all present, and sent-day audiences, and it would In view of the fact that defen- showed keen interest in the vari ndeed be a very daring theatrical dant was one of several who have

of the sporting activities

manager who to-day would take the been fined for Club. He hoped to play tennis on financial risk of presenting such Inspector Sinton asked for the the Club's court at some future past successes as "Charley's Aunt," maximum penalty.

Qus

date.

Indeed, our sense of humour hav-penalty. ing developed a liking for the

a similar offence,

The Private Secretary," and half Remarking that it was the tenth Among those present were the score of old-time favourites we prosecution against people living Portuguese Consul-General, Sen-could mention, to the modern in Shamshui-po, Mr. W. Schofield hor L. Cerveira d'Albuquerque e public.

fined defendant $50, the maximum Mlle. Castro, with. Mme. and d'Albuquerque, Liout.-Comdr. J. P.

His Worship added that defen- Fonseca, representing His Excel-

subtle, it is a matter of conjecture dant was lucky that the maximum lency the Governor of Macao, Lieut. M. Zanatti, A.D.C... to the whether comedy of the more 'elap was not any higher or he would Governor of Macao, Mr. J. M. da stick' variety has not almost entire have to pay more. Rocha, Mr. J. M. Alves, Mr. A. H. ly lost its place in our achems of

Basto, Dr. F. M. Graca Ozorio, Dr. things. The farcical situations our

R. A. C. Basto, Mr. J. F. Chagas forbears were wont to revel in LIONEL BARRYMORE (Secretary-Interpreter of the Por-without question, are regarded by tuguese Legation in Peking) and the modern playgoer as impossible Mrs. Chagas, the acting President and ridiculous, and often spurned and Committee members of the accordingly.

Club Lusitano, representatives of!

other local Portuguese organisa-]

Farce Not Dead

And so, with perhaps the excep

tions, and other prominent mem-tion of Gacar Wilde's 'classic of

IN WEIRD STORY AT THE QUEEN'S

MYSTERY DRAMA

Playing a "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. bers of the Portuguese commun-farce-The Importance of Being Hyde" role, Lionel Barrymore can- Earnest" the rollicking type of not fail to attract crowded houses, ity of Hong Kong.

At 9.30 this morning, Dr. de play has fallen, somewhat into dis-as he did yesterday when he was A tremendous pity per-shown in his latest plece called "The Bianchi, who had been staying at favour. Government House since his ar- haps, but the situation had to be Thirteenth Hour" which is also to rival here on Monday morning, faced by managers and playwrights be screened at the Queen's Theatre left for Macao on the "Demetrio alike, and the theatre going public for usual performance to-day. Cinatti," the motor-yacht of the catered for according to their mood

Those who have read Stevenson'a of the moment. Macao Government.

"Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" will It is not however, to be admit-know the atmosphere created when ted that free, in its complete sense one sees the thrilling scenes placed of the word, is absolutely dead-a before one In the latest mystery sense of the ridiculous will, we drama. To say the least one literal-' trust, always remain with us; but ly feala icy qualms running down a revision was necessary.

one's spine.

GARDEN FETE

ST PETER'S CHURCH ARRANGEMENTS

The modern schools of humorists "The Thirteenth Hour" will pro- It is realised at this time of the year that many appeals are made were therefore locked to, and the vide a splendid evening's entertain- to the public, and this year is no required vein found in Ian Hay.ment which should not be missed. exzeption to the general rule. How-the wealth of whose keen wit had Lionel Barrymore plays the part of the far-flung English an old professor with great ever, the organisers of this Fete reached confidently look to these who have speaking races through his novels. ability, while Jacqueline Gadsden A Happy Theme

lends much to the human Interest helped in the past, and those who might have heard of the activities.

of St. Peter's, for their support of

this Fete.

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In "The Sport of Kinga," the in the piece. With innumerable celebrated author has combined his weird scones, bizarre effects and SHADOWS BEFORE Įwell-tried ability as a novelist with mysterious characters, the piece

to be plausible, In| It will be held in the grounds of a marvellous natural gift for stage-will be found the Sailor's Home, West Point, on construction, with the result that terest being maintained until the of Mr. F. faree though it be, the play has finish. To-day will be the final Saturday, by courtesy Baylis. It will be opened by Mrs. been built up from prologue to performances. R. H. Kotewall, following a speech climax with a care for ever-increas-

of welcome by the Dean.

Throughing interest and a regard for de- L.tail usually only found in works of the courtesy of Captain A. Snagge, R.N., the band of the more serious and dramatic kind. 1.M.S. "Cumberland" will be in at-There is a constant flow of clever, humorous dialogue, which never tendance during the afternoon.

Many attractive stalls have been flags for a moment, and the merri- organised including a hand-made-ment resulting from the abounding goods stall where many linen goods situations is of a kind to banish will be on sale; a toy stall where dull care. Dean's soft cloth toys

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The author has been happy in his

obtained; a dollar stall where many choice of a theme, and the atmos attractive prizes will be distributed; phere is charged and re-charged with the instinctive appeal that flower stall, sweet stall, etc.

open-air. and jolly One of the main attractions will horseflesh, be a grand variety concert organised crowds make in the hearts of all. by Miss V. Capell, which will com- menge at 6.30 p.m.

At Kowloon Also

MYSTERY FILM

THRILLING DRAMA AT THE

WORLD TO-DAY

COMING EVENTS ANNOUNCED IN THE "MAIL"

To-day Queen's Theatre; "The Thirteenth Hour.""

To-day-World Theatre; "The Cat And the Canary"

To-day-Star Theatre; "The Fall of Babylon."..

Theatre;

Nov. 1-3--- Queen's "Knock Out Reilly."

Nov. 1-3-World Theatre; "We're in the Navy Now."

Nov. 1-3 Star Theatre; "Honour Bound."

November 2-Dance in City Hall in aid of H.R.W.G. and M.C.L (Police branch), 9.15 p.m.

Nov. 3-Repulse Bay Hotel Car- nival.

Lammerts' Auction November 1-At Sales Room, large quantity of books, 11 a.m.

November 2-At Sales Room, valuable collection of Postage stampa, 6.15 p.m."

It is a strange coincidence that two of the leading cinemas are screening pictures of the same nature, that of mystery, entangling beautiful heroines in the intrigues of criminale. At the World Theatre to- day, the "Cat and the Canary" will be screened for final performances. The picture has been shown here be- fore, but yesterday it drew good As already intimated, the A.D.C."houses" again. Mention might also be made of has gathered together an extreme- Briefly the story presents a many side-shows, including such ly capable.caste for the occasion, mystery, compounded with tragedy fun-provoking amusements as and all appear admirably suited to and drama'in its most thrilling form. coconut shy, Aunt Sally, weight their respective parts.

It centres around the earle adven- guessing, smelling competition, uni- The play will be presented at the tures of six people who are gathered There Theatre Royal, on Friday, Novem-together in a haunted country house que fine arts gallery, etc. will also be a tea dansant and din-ber 10, Tuesday, November 20 and at the hour of midnight for the ex-general meeting of members of nor dance, which we hope will be Saturday, November 24, and at the press purpose of reading a will. The attended by many.

Star Theatre, Kowloon, on Thurs- lawyer disappears, and each in his The object of this Fete is to raise day, November 22, the curtain ris- or her turn is suspected of his mur-

There der. money for the general funds of the ing at 9.15 each evening.' Church which Includes a Chaplain's is a short prologue to the play, and The ever popular blonde beauty, Fund, expenses of the Young Men's as the interest begins with this Laura La Plante, plays the leading Club, in conjunction with which is scene, it is hoped audiences will feminine role, supported by a large the 5th troop of the Hong Kong make an earnest endeavour to be cast of prominent artists, well known Boy Scouts and the St. Peter's in their seats on time. Branch of the Victoria Diocesan Association.

At this Fete a special stall is also provided for the sale of work from the Eyre Refugo.

TRAM TICKETS

COMPANY MAKES TOWN FACILITIES

socure their tickets; early.

Meetings To-day-Twenty-fourth

annual

the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Club House, North Point, 5.45 p.m.

November 2-Monthly meeting of the Hong Kong Football Referees' Association, at Chaplain's Hut, Scandal Pt., 6 p.m.

Sports

race

To-day Tenth bi-annual for their ability. How finally the for ships' lifeboats (Royal H.K.Y.C. at Booking opens

Anderson's real murderer is found in their midst. Trevessa Trophy), 4 pm. *. Music Store on the morning of provides one of the finest mystery. November 3-First tournament Thursday, November 1, and the stories placed in the screen. A com- public will be well advised to parison with the picture showing at of the Hong Kong Boxing Associa

the Queen's, as to which is the better. Hon at the City Hall, '9.16 p.m.

November 6-Snooker (Billiards) is not an easy problem, for each le in

class of its own. A visit to the Championship, Palace Hotel, Kow-

loon, World will be quite repaid for the.

November 10 Seventh extra race! splendid entertainment that is pro- meeting of the Hong Kong Jockey

Club, Happy Valley.

Miscellaneous. THE "FLYING SCOTSMAN” ·

To-day-Address by Miss Royden The London and North Eastern at City Hall, 9.15 p.m:

Today Sermon, at Lee Theatre,

$500 DAMAGES CASE ONE DEFENDANT NOW SUES

FOR DEBT

The Taipo, Asherman who was The Hong Kong Trataways Ltd. announce that commencing Nov- recently awarded $500 damages for

a.m, until 1 p.m.

vided.

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ember 30, monthly tickets will wrongful imprisonment (now the Railway announce that the "Fly- be on sale at Whiteaway Laidlaw's subject of a pending appeal) was ing Scotsman," which at present by Mr. Leland Wang. 7. p.. premises in Des Voeux Road Cen-defendant in the Summary Court makes a non-stop run between To-day-Halloween" dinner and tral on the first and Inst day (ex-yesterday, cluding Sundays and. General Holi-

November 8-St. Peter's Y. Mi's The master of a Taipo fish shop King's Cross and Edinburgh, will, Concert, Volunteer Hdqrs., 8 p.m. in future, stop at Grantham, days) of each month between 8.30 (against whom and a foki and a York. Newcastle, and Berwick. Garden Fete, at Sailors Home, a.m. and 5:30 pm; except on Satur-Chinese detective! sergeant, judg The locomotive engines will con- West Point, from 2.30 p.m. days when the hours will be 8.80 ment was given for $500, followed tinue to complete the full journey November 8-Inaugural cere by leave to appeal) was pinintit. of 8924 miles, and there will be mony of the Macao Charity and No monthly tickets will be sold He sued the fisherman for recovery no alteration in the time-table at Commercial Fair, at Macao, 9 pm. at the Tramway Offices, Canal Road of an alleged debt of $388.17. Mr. either terminus, but enginemen November, Public lecture at East, Bowrington, on those days G. S. Hugh Jones, who was for the will be relieved at Newcastle Helena May Institute by Mda la when they are being sold at Whitefish shop master, stated that it upon-Tyne. The hairdressing Prade away Laidlaw's.

was an attempt to collect this debt saloons and other special features November 7-Sale of Work by Tickets will still be on sale at which resulted in the fisherman of the trains are to be retained, Wanchal Wesleyan Church in afd that office from the 20th of each (the present defendant) bringing and travellers between the inter month for renewal,

the action for damages, mediate towns will now have the Mr. A el Arculli defended. A opportunity of enjoying these sum of $30,51 was admitted and amenities, p paid into Gourt, S

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November 10-Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Dinner in Club House, 8.15 pm

Evidence was given and hearing Stratford-on-Avon Festival Com November 17-HEW.G& adjourned,

SCULLERY BOY

FINED FOR STEALING C.P.S.

BED CLOTHING.

Described as "scullery boy," a Chinese aged 43 years, was before Mr W. Schofield at the Kowloon Magistracy this morning'in answer to a charge of the theft-of two- sheets of bed-clothing from the C.P.S. a.s. "Empress of Asia," while the vessel was moored alongside the Hong Kong & Kowloon Wharf & Godown Co.'s wharf.

Mr. Joha Mackenzie, clerk to the Company's Marine Superintendent was 'complainant.

Defendant pleaded guilty.

A fine of $50 with the alterna- tive of 6 months' imprisonment was Imposed.

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