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morrow,

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THE KENNEDY-ROAD CASE

TROTSKY

IN EXILE FOR ANTI-SOVIET ACTIVITY

WANTS TO GO TO GERMANY

London, Yesterday.

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Managing Directors.

CARL ZEISS

ZNA

WE CARRY COMPLETE STOCKS AT REASONABLE PRICES,

LAZARUS

The Optician.

13. Queen's Road, Central.

LADIES COMMITTEE "WRETCHED FELLOW" MRS. EDDY'S ALLEGED

AT Y.M.C.A.

YEAR OF GOOD WORK.

MANAGEMENT EXPRESS GREAT APPRECIATION

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the

| REMARKABLE PROCLAMATION TO ISLAMS

IRRELIGIOUS AMIR

USE OF DRUGS

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THAT $1,000 - OFFER

¡NEWS FROM WASHINGTON AND FROM BOSTON

[statement by the Christian Science Board of Directors as follows:-

"Because of aggressive propa- ganda, apparently circulated to discredit Mrs. Eddy and to in- duce belief that she abandoned her own teaching, 'Only through radical reliance on Truth can scientific healing

be power (Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, page 167), we deem it timely to make the following statement.

reaHsed

Allahabad, Yesterday. The doubts cast on the re-

Habibullah has issued from Kabul port of Trotzky's arrival in Con-

a remarkable proclamation to the stantinople by rumours that he MRS. LEWIS, NEW CHAIRMAN Islamic world, in which he declares REVISION OF “LİFE STORY” TRADE IN THE DELTA

had not left Russia are dispelled

that he is a "humble person who! H.E. the Genara! Offken Com "The jury can stop the case if they by Moscow transmitting an off-

Tributes to their enthusiasm and had no aspiration to become King Mr. 'W. FL. Adler, This morning the annual meeting

Christian of shareholders in the Hong Kong, manding, Major General G C. want to. There is some material cial report to the newspapers to what they had done were paid to or Amir," but a devotes of Islam, Science Committee on Publication Canton and Macao Steamboat Co., Luard, C.B., Caf.G., is leaving for the exercise of their discretion," the effect that Trotzky was exiled the Ladies Committee and lady and when Amanullah followed the for Hong Kong, has sent the anti-Soviet acti-helpers of the Naval and Military falth and creed of Europeans he "Chins Mall" a marked copy of Limited, was held at the office of Hong Kong on about March 8 on said his Hondur the Chief Justice from Russia for the Company.

Sir Henry Gollan, C.B.E.) at the vity and Constantinople affirming YM.C.A., "Cheer O" Canteen, City was obliged to come forward as the "Christian Science Sentinel" Mr. T. G. Weal H.M.'s transport "Dorsetshire."

The amended programme of the February Criminal Sessions this that there was not the slightest Hall, at the annual meeting to-champion of the cause of God to dated Jan. 26, 1929, containing a (chairman) presided, and there were

doubt that Trotzky was there. day.

oppose "this irreligious Amir.” also present Sir Robert Ho Tung, "Dorsetshire," following the delay morning.

The jurors, after retiring, indic-

Berlin, Yesterday.

He describes Amanullah as "this Messrs. R. K. Batchelor, C. G. S. to the "Somersetshire," is now an-

Special reference was made to ated that they did not wish to hear Herr Loebe, President of the the retiring

wretched fellow," and concludes by Mackie, J. M. Alves, A. B. Stewart.nounced as:-

chairman of

and

Tse-fong

the defence and prisoner was, ac- Reichstag has received a telegram Ladies Committee, Mrs. E. D. C. replying to "Those who think that Arrive Messrs. T. P. Fong, Lo Kai-hong, Shanghai Feb. 23 March 2 cordingly, discharged.

Prisoner was Leung Fong, asked the German Consulate to her departure for Home, made a

from Trotzky stating that he has Wolfe, M.B.E., who, on the eve of the government of the country is a monopoly of the Royal Family" by C. B. Brown, J. Owen-Hughes, K. Hong Kong March 6 March 8

workman at the Royal Naval Yard, permit him to come to Germany. special appeal. for more helpers.

"referring to the story of King Saul Stuart-Smith, and I. S. Greenhill Singapore

March 13 March 13

who stood charged with the murder

and quoting the Koran: "The Herr Loebe handed the tele- (shareholders); with Mr. John Colombo.. March 19 March 19 of Fung Man-chiu, then a student

Mr. W. L. Pattenden presided. Arnold, Secretary,

Bombay March 23 March 26 of St. George's School, on the night gram to the Cabinet with the re- With Mr. Pattenden were trs. country belongs to God and He gives it to anyone he likes."-Reuter. commendation that they should Wolfe, Mra. D. J. Lewis (the new April 8 April 8 of Feb. 22, in Kennedy-road. The notice calling the meeting Port Sudan

Tribesmen's Support Chairman Port Said April 12 April 12

chairman) and Mr. Sensations had been caused by grant the permit--Reuter. having been read, the

J.. L.

Peshawar, Yesterday. April 16 April 16 the alleged confessions of prisoner'

McPherson of Bid-

the YMM.C.A. Habibullah, it is reported, has Southampton April 24

referred to by Crown witnesses yes.

Among the attendance were. Mrs. restored the religious leaders' al- The 1st Battalion, the Bedford-terday and this morning.

C. G. Alabaster, M.B.E. and Mrs. lowances which Amanullah had shire & Hertfordshire Regiment, One of these witnesses said that

Dudley King who were singled out stopped. which is stationed at Shamskuipo, it was generally konwn at the Naval

for particular praise. will be leaving Hong Kong, on Yard that the prisoner was going transfer, by the "Dorsetshire" on about confessing to the murder. the transport's return voyage on Some Sort of Evidence

Mr. Pattenden, Ladies & Gentle. Jer's defeat at Jagdalak.-Reuter. Detective Sergt. Shek Tui stated

Washington, Yesterday, March B.

The "Dorsetshire" is due here to that he received a pawn ticket for President Coolidge has issued anmen-It is now nearly a year ago

TRAFFIC PERILS morrow from Singapore, with the the stolen bracelet from Lee Yuan-order regulating the flight of since the meeting was held at Witness stopped foreign aircraft

over the Panama which the projected removal of the 2nd Battalion, the Wiltshire Regi- lau on Nov. 9. ment, on board, bound for Shanghai. Lee as he was walking down the Canal Zone. The latter must travel Canteen from its temporary quar The 1st Battalion, the Queen's stair. As the result of a conversation by a specified route and land at a ters in Queen's-building to more forward to a new account.

also Lee produced the ticket, with, which certain spot before leaving the permanent ones here in the City The accounts before you reflect the Royal Regiment, which is loss of about four months earnings stationed at Shamshuipo, is to leave the bracelet was redeemed.

Zone and not carry arms or war Hall was announced and plans for material the "Sui Tal" but do not include Hong Kong on the "Somersetshire"

nor take photographs.- the re-organisation of the work

were laid before you.

The Chinese driver of motor lorry Reuter's American Service.

As the result of that meeting a No. 1044 was this morning fined Ladies' Committee was formed and $10 by Major C. Willson, O.B.E., has met on the third Monday of for apeeding in Queen's-road, from every month since April.

the foot of Garden-road to Welling: Barracks. Traffic Sergeant

The net profit for the year under -review, after deducting interest, re- pairs, depreciation, etc., amounts to $105,303.68 and with the balance from last account, viz.. $11,107.15, there remains for appropriation the sum of $116,500.83.

Your Directors have pleasure in recommending payment of a 'divi- dend of $1 per share on 80,000 shares, absorbing $80,000 and that the balance of $38,500.83 be carried

Mutta

e cost of reconditioning the steam-which is undergoing repair at

after the serious fire in August Singapore.

last. The bulk of this sum is re-

"ON APPROVAL"

boverable from our underwriters but a portion will be charged to our Insurance reserve and a sum repre- FULL DRESS REHEARSAL LAST

senting the cost of improvements will be added to the book value of the vessel. These figures will ap- pear in the balance sheet for 1929.

NIGHT

SEASON OPENS TO-DAY

On the case for the Crown having closed, his Lordship remarked he supposed there was some sort of evidence. The jury, however, would observe (he continued) one fact that had come out since Sergt. Shek Tui, had been in the witness-box, which was that the wife of Lee Yuen-lau contradicted the police- man's evidence in what appeared to be rather a serious matter.

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His Lordship: If the Jury think, Last night the members of the It is pleasing to note that invest- ment fluctuation account shows an cast of "On Approval," which begins having regard to all the circum- stances of the case, the prisoner is increase of $112,998.35 and now its season in the Theatre Royal not to be called upon for his de- etanda at $363,331.23. It has not under the auspices of the Amateur fence, they have have the right to been considered necessary on this Dramatic Club, held a full dreas re-stop the case. We have to deal occasion to appropriate any sums forhearsal. The plece went with a fine with the facts as they are. The floating staff pension fund or shore swing throughout and, if, as there is jury can stop the case if they want staff superannuation fund, which not the slightest reason to doubt. to. There is some material for the are ample for present requirements. the company do as well to-night and exercise of their discretion.

nights, they Your fleet and property have been succeeding

will should, as at present advised, de- maintained in first-class condition, thoroughly earn the appreciation of finitely say that there is no evid and depreciation has been provided the whole community. The acting ence. If the jury intimate that to for on the usual scale.

last night was a revelation-and theme and say they are prepared to re- public performances should on turn a verdict now, there would be no need for the cabe to go on. If, account be missed.

Having witnessed the full dress on the other hand, they do not take been moderately good and compati-rehearsal, one can now understand that step, then the case will have

why there has been such a great to go on.

Trade in the Delta Although trade generally in the delta during the past year has only

of "Not

PANAMA CANAL

GUARDING THE ZONE FROM FOREIGN AIRCRAFT

NEW REGULATION

FRESH — CLOUDY

The report issued by the Royal Observatory at 11.15,to- day stated:

The anti-cyclone has weaken- ed and moved into the Yallow Sea.

The depressi...” is -crossing Japan to the south of Hokkaido. Fresh monsoon will prevall along the S. E. coast of China and over the north China Sea.

Forecast:-N. E. winds, fresh; cloudy.

INDIA'S REFORM

Monthly Meetings

Mrs. Wolfe sald:-

All

The tribes supporting Ahmed Khan have sworn allegiance to Habibullah following the form-

This Committee is composed of ton

SPEEDING IN QUEEN'S ROAD

LORRY ACCIDENT

the ladies-in-charge of each day. George. said that defendant did 24 Jan honorary treasurer and honor- miles per hour in that stretch of

road. ary secretary.

In addition there is a library Sub-Committee, the chairman have ing a seat on the Ladies Commit

tee.

Much Appreciated

ROBBERY SEQUEL

TRIAL OF SEVEN CHINESE FIXED

As we are informed, Mrs. Eddy did not, at any time' after 1866, believe in the use of any drug as a curative agent in con- nection with the practice of Christian Science. Nor did she, at any time after she became a Christian Scientist, either use 'a drug or allow one to be used for her, except as she employed, in a few instances, an anesthetic for the purpose of temporary re lief from extreme pain.

That she acted consistently with her teaching is shown by her statement about dentistry and surgery in the 'Christian Science Sentinel for December 6, 1900, and in "The Christian Selence Journal" for January, 1901, and the paragraph in our textbook on the use of an anges- thetic (Science and Health, page 464) As in a degreé pertinent, It is to be remembered that the Master himself momentarily felt a sense of separation from his divine source, for he cried out, 'My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?' but he never abandoned his fidelity to divine Principle. Neither did Mrs. Eddy."

Denial Asked The "China Mail" some months ago, cabled to the Christien Science Board of Directors, Boston, as follows

For allowing two passengers to sit beside them on the driver's seat the drivers of motor lorries Nos. 1508 and 984 were fined $7 each.

In the latter case the Police Officer who summoned the defendant The Canteen was opened in said that when the lorry was pulled these premises on Empire Day by up suddenly one of the men fell off H.E. the Officer Administering the and got under the rear wheel. The Government and thanks to the accident would not have happened if loyal support of the men of H.M.'s the driver's seat had not been Forces stationed out here I think crowded. I may be allowed to say that the work has been carried on very SIMON COMMISSION WELL

successfully. Ladies are in at- RECEIVED AT MADRAS

tendance daily from 4 p.m, till 10 p.m. working in two shifts of ́SOME, OPPOSITION

three hours and there is anrple evidence that their preserce con-

The six Chinese men and a woman Madras, Yesterday,

tinues to be very much appreciat- charged in connection with the arm- The Simon Commission has ar-ed.

ed robbery at No. 78, High-street, May I take this opportunity of on February 7 were brought before presented with hine addresses of appealing for

more helpers? If Mr. E. W. Hamilton at the Central welcome by the local residents. any of you here to-day know of Magistracy this morning.

Sir John Simon, acknowledging, newcomers to the Colony who may Mr. A. el Arculli appeared for the said it was a great encouragement be interested in this work you defence of the fifth man, Kung to receive such a striking demon- will be affording a real service by Kum-wul, charged jointly with the stration of co-operation in a centre sending in their names to the hon. others with unlawful "posscasion of like Madras.

secretary, Mrs. Bellamy, No. 358, four revolvers, one dagger, and 40 Opponents of the commission the Peak, or care of the Canteen. rounds of ammunition on the first staged a black flag procession and

floor of No. 12, Gough-street, where

Our Second Cable a boycott meeting was held. A

the arrests were made by the police. The "China Mail" then cabled partial hartal was observed in In-

The other six accused were not Mr. John V. Dittemore, Deputy dian quarters-Reuter,

legally represented.

Leader of the Christian Science

tion keen, we have had a complete demand for bookings and why an The jury announced that they had year's uninterrupted trading with free movements of passengers and extra night in the season has been decided there was no case to answer rived from Rangoon and has been freight. The three difficult years, found necessary. If the critics play and returned a verdict 1925-27, have been weathered and, their part as well as the performers Guilty.""

there ought to be a super-abundance His Lordship said he thought the although shareholders have had to forgo any return on their capital, of verbal bouquets whilst the season jury was perfectly right.

was some sort of evidence, but he agreed with their view.

it is gratifying to note that your Company is once more on á sound financial basis and, as long as peace- ful trading conditions in South China

lasts.

YANGTSZE RAPIDS

continue, we may look forward to the DRY SEASON CAUSES SHIPS TO

future with more confidence.

The question of laying down new

tonnage for the Macao run to mest

the demands of modern conditions

BE HELD UP

"PINGFU" BADLY ASHORE

and increasing trade very naturally The dry season'is having an ad- came up for the closest possible con- verve affect on navigation in the Bideration after the "Sui Tal" fire. Upper Yangisze River.

A R.N.

There

CHEFOO TROUBLE

ATTACKING FORCE REACHES HALF WAY

HARBOUR CLEAR OF ICE

The force operating against Gen- eral Llu Chen-nien, who holds

On examination, the hull and engines wireless communique says:- of this vessel were found to be in The Kulingtin Rapids are block-Chefoo, has now reached Pachino, good condition, and the damage aus-ed and all up and down traffic is Indicating that the "rebela" have a miles to cover before tained in the fire did not permit of held up by the s.s. "Pingfu," which few more our abandoning the ship as a con- la badly ashore across the Channel. they attain their objective. structive total loss. It was, there-

R.N. wireless commuique adds:-

The east beach and the harbour are clear of ice.

A

BIG MEASURE

M.P.'S PASS THE LOCAL

GOVERNMENT BILL.

AMENDMENT DEFEATED

London, Yesterday.

Home Atmosphere

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"Statements have appeared that doctors attended Mrs. Eddy, also that she used, drugs during her last years. Desire by tale- graph categorical denial, or con- firmation from directors for pub- lication."

to the

only

First Reply The reply from Boston "China Mail" was as follows:- "For the present our statement is that Mrs. Eddy's life was entirely consistent with her published writings."

I have heard from time to time that ladies have complained of not having been asked to help. I do

His Worship fixed hearing of the Parent Church, Washington, as assure them it is not necessary to case to start at 11.30 on Thursday follows: wait for an invitation. If they and to continue in the afternoon. will only send in their names work will very soon be found as it is a case of the "more the merrier." I would remind you that the presence of ladies means a touch of. "home" atmosphere

NAVY'S LOSS

SIR FRANCIS CHARLES

BRIDGEMAN DEAD

Nassau (Bahamas), Yesterday. The death has occurred · hare of

Admiral Sir Francis Charles Bridge man, at the age of 81 years-Reu- ter.

"China Mail' requested Chris- tian Science Directors Bostan, Mass, by telegraph categorically to deny or affirm Eddy's use of druge and doctors. Directors an- swered: 'For present our only statement is that Mrs. Eddy's life was entirely consistent with her published writings.' 'China Mail Hong Kong, desires your statement for simultaneous pub- Hcation."

fare, decided to rebuild on improved Mesars, C. G. S. Mackie and A. B.

The House of Commons by 292 which is so sadly lacking in the lines with steel upper works and in-Stewart were re-elected Directors..

votes to 118 passed the third readives of many of our countrymen creased accommodation; and, on be-

Election Confirmed

The foregoing would indicate ing of the Local Government Bill, in this distant outpost of the Em ing placed once more on the run The Chairman said that ever that General Liu's retreat, by the labour amendment for the rejection pire. Concerts, dances and whist drives are arranged periodically early last month, she has proved since the loss to the Board through sea, in the event of defefat, is of the Bill being defeated.

[The late Admiral was Com- entirely satisfactory.

and are very popular.

At Christmas a special pro-mander-in-Chief, Home Fleet, 1907- gramme of entertainments was ar 9; A.D.C. to the King; a Lord of as follows:- ranged and on Christmas Day the Admiralty, 1910-11; and First gifts of home-made food were sent Sea Lord of the Admiralty. to the Canteen and much appre 1911-12.] ciated.

the death of Mr. Chau Sui-ki in open.

One of the deciding fractors in da- 1924, the Directors had had in mind vour of rebuilding the "Sul Tal" was the advisability of Hing the that by so doing we could have a vacancy, but deferred doing so, boat in commission with the loss of owing to the political troubles of only four months' earnings compar: 1925 and subsequent years. During ed with fully a year in the event of

the past year, he has on several new boat being laid down.

Occasions approached Mr. Li Tec- Office Economies

Reference was made at the last

meeting to the queation of office ex

The measure now goes to the House of Lords-Reuter.

NAVAL RELIEFS

THREE SHIPS COMING OUT FROM HOME

CUBA'S SUGAR

THIS SEASON'S TOTAL OUTPUT NOW FIXED

fong and also his brother, Mr. Li H.M.S. Cleopatra" and H.M.S.

reflected until the next balance sheet prevalling upon Mr. Li Tec-fong to H.M.S. "Dartmouth" left Spit Is presented. If the present scheme accept their invitation and his elec head on Feb. 14, alap with reliefs can be carried out, a further saving tion needed their formal confirma- for China.

The

Havana, Yesterday.

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Loyal Support

New Delhi, Yesterday. Chap-

Offer of $1,000 Mr. Dittemore's cabled reply was

"Mrs. Eddy sanely used drugs doctora numerous occasions. Present Boston Church oficials permit peial denials by distant rerpresentatives but themselves conceal and evade facts. Will donate thousand dollars any Hong Kong charity if China.

·Mall' can secure definite official. denfal her use drugs from Boa- toa Church executives."! G Admission Alleged to

On Jan. 28 M. Dittemore again cabled the "China" Mall" - as

In referring to the report of man, the second stranded airman, Kun-chun, but presumably modesty "Caryafort" are leaving Home to:

Agricultural Department our meeting on March last has been brought by air to Peak prevented their accepting a seat on day with Royal Naval rellets for state that the Cuban sugar grind year. I was reminded that we war-Reater. penses, and I am pleased to say that the Board. However, alnce the re-the China Station, the former sailing season will, conclude on March then had to bid Mr. McPherson

To-day we very gladly is always ready to assist us in further economies have now been port for 1928 was circulated, Siring from Sheerness and the latter 28, with a total output of 4,500,000 goodbye. effected which, however, will not be Robert. Ho Tung had succeeded in from Plymouth.

tona-Reuter's American Service.extend him a welcome on his re every possible way, and to Mr. turn. I cannot let this opportun- Ingram who continues to take such MILITARY CONFERENCE ty pass without saying a little a keen interest in this work. I about the gratitude we ladies feel must not forget several other Shanghal, Yesterday. to the members of the Naval & gentlemen who come regularly to follows:- It is reported from Mukden that Military YM.CA. Committee and help and to whom we are most a conference for military on the particularly to their chairman, Mr. grateful. rehabilitation of Manchuria has Pattenden, for the kindly and I am very glad to be able to been called for Feb. 20 at Shen- ready help given to us on all oc-announce to you that Mrs. D. J. yang by General Chang Hsueh- caelons.DANA

Lewis has taken my place as chair- Hang. All officers above the rank of Brigadier-General have been in vited to attend. Reuter.

is anticipated in 1989.

No further comments appear to be necessary; and I, therefore, propose that the accounts and report be adopted, and when this has been seconded I shall be glad to answer any question dealing with the ac counts, which shareholders may care to nak..

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Mr. Greenhill seconded,

Carried unanimously.

· Directors, Re-Elected

On the motion of Mr. T. P. Fong, ́seconded · "by Mr. Lo Kal-hong,

All three vessels are tion at that meeting. He moved due to arrive here on April 8. that the election of Mr. Li Tse-fong be conflimed.

Mr. Arnold seconded. Carried unanimously.

Auditors

On the motion of Mr. J. Owen- Hughes, seconded by Mr. K. Stuart. Smith, Mesars. Linstead and Davis and Messrs. Lowe, Bingham, and Matthews were re-elected auditors.

SAIGON FLIGHT

POSTAL AND COMMERCIAL. LIASION

Istre, Yesterday. Paikerd and le Brix have started The Chairman announced that a flight to faigon by stages, e dividend warrants were ready, and Hahing a postal and commare the meeting ended.

Haison with Indo-China.—HaYMS,

"Directors of the Christian Science Board, Boston, publish

In the "Sentinel admission that Mr Eddy used drugs, also that they will comply with our de- As retiring chairman of the man of the Ladies Committee. 1 mand to remove from Wilbur Ladies' Committee, I personally am leaving for home very shortly blography the denial that drugs wish to thank Mr. Pattenden most and in bidding you all goodbye Į were ever used by her". Heartily for his loyal support and want to thank you for your loyal (It is significant that the date encouragement

co-operation and to wish you all of Mr. Ditfemiore's cable is Jan. 28. **Meners. Grenham & Ingram – the best of luck, and the "Cheer and that of the statement by the The closing rate the dollar on ⠀⠀ We should also like to record 0′′ Canteen continued success; Christian Science Board of Direc demand, to-day was 1/11 11/16. our, thanks to Mr. Grenham who

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TO-DAY'S

OLLAR

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