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WEDNESDAY, MAY. 15, 1929.

A MEMORIAL

POLITICAL PARTY LEADERS ON PROHIBITION

INDIVIDUAL LIBERTY

THE

CHINA MAIL,

U.S. AGRICULTURE TRENCHANT REPORT can be attractive to an undesir

SENATE PASSES FARM RELIEF BILL

OPPOSITION TO PRESIDENT

(Continued from Page 1)

Measurement of Steamers (d) The method of measurement of River Steamers for passen- ger, certificates. (i) River steamers

Washington, Yesterday. The Senate has passed the Farm Relief B, embodying the export debenture alan, to which the House; of Representatives and President Hoover

Zre opposed. - Reuter's American Servicę.

WHEAT FUTURES

A national memorial of "Young Electors" on the subject of temper- ance legislation was recently for- warded to the leaders of the three political parties, who have

How forwarded their replies. The me morial, which was signed by two young electors in cach single- member constituency in England, inquired the official attitude of each party on the question of legislative temperance reform with particular reference to the three points pro- gramme adopted by the temperance executives of all the Churches- namely. local option for England and Wales, an adequate public control of liquor supply in register- ed clubs, and Sunday closing of liquor bars. The memorial was the outcome of the work of the Active mate turnover during the first Service Order, which enrols young day was 75,000 quarters.-Reuter. men-and-women- to advance the

cause of temperance reform.

LONDON'S NEW COMMODITY MARKET

FIRST DAY'S TURNOVER

London, Yesterday, A new commodity market has been inaugurated in London to deal with wheat futures.

The approxi-

Mr. Geoffrey Fry, in his reply on MALAYA COMMAND behalf of the Prime Minister, writes:-

"I am directed by the Prime Minister to inform you that he has read with interest the Memorial of Young Electors, which was for- warded to him with your letter of

RELINQUISHED BY MAJ.-GEN. SIR VAN STRAUBENZEE

pointment.-Reuter.

London, Yesterday. The oficial "Gazette" announces that Major-General Sir Van Strau- March 9. He has considered the henzce, eommanding the troops in proposals put forward as reforms which might help to advance socialMalaya, has relinquished his ap- progress. He is sure that you understand and agree that we all desice to do our utmost for social progress, but it is not always pea- sible for us to agree upon what arc best the particular measures calculated to bring about practical improvement. His attitude to the questions contained in the morial is as follows:-

me-

The British Character "The Conservative Party has always regarded individual liberty as one of the most valuable assets of the British character. We be- lieve that that character has made for the progress of the world and for the spread of the principles of of Christianity, contribution a which we as Britons may be justly proud; and, further, that one of its strongest constituents has been the combination of courage and self-control which are only nourish- ed in an atmosphere of individual liberty.

Holding thin belis, the Conservative Party feels that in- terference with the free behaviour of individuals should be maintained at that minimum which is essential in order to safeguard the rights of other citizens.

"Much as we desire, therefore. to see the evils connected with the dis- of alcohol intemperate use appear, we believe that such a re- sult cannot be brought about by the proposals which are put forward in the memorial without grave dis- the Prime Iu advantages. Minister's opinion, we may reason. ably hope to see these evils con- the tinuing to decrease under influence of an enlightened public opinion and a higher standard of We must ultimately de- conduct. pend upon the upright private character which, by the force of personal example, the young elec tors can do so much to improve."

Labour Party's View Mr. MacDonald wrote:-

"I am much obliged by the memorial you have beer good enough to send to me signed by the representatives of the young men about to who

and

women

are

exercise the franchise for the first time in the various constituencies of the country. Needless to say, I welcome with all my heart the interest which the signatories and those whom they represent show in. the question of temperance.

"Every one who has worked at this problem and who has added to his experiences in this country those of foreign States knows how intricate the solution of the pro- blem is. At annual conference after annual conference the question has been before us, and varying decisions have indicated the movement which has taken place in the practical proposals made for dealing with it as social conditions have changed, and ex-

Maj. General Sir Van Strat- bence. C.B., C.M.G., (R.A.) had been in command since 1927 and left the Straits Settlements some time ago on completing his term of service. He was very popular in Malaya.]

periments, like those that have! been conducted in Scotland on local option, have been studied.

"At Scarborough, for instance, in 1920, the party, I am glad to say, passed a resolution in favour of local option, Lust autumn it declared for a Royal Commission to inquire into the whole of the problem, so that treatment would be systematic and would have definite bearing upon the actual facts. Og pages 35-36 of the manifesto which the party recently issued, "Labour and

a

the Nation" (copy of which I enclose), you will see the following statment:-

"The problem, however, is one which cannot be ignored in any national policy. A Labour Go- vernment would appoint a Royal! Commision To inquire into the developments and changes which have taken place both at home and abroad in recent years, and to re- port upon what modifications in the law and what changes in the method of control should be made with view to the necessary

a legislative action.

The Commission would be ap pointed immediately a Labour: Government was in

It power. might be asked to report in sections to avoid delay, and we would most heartily enlist the assistance

are measured for passengerr accommodation in accordance with Ordinance No. 10 of 1890, section 38, which authorises the issue of a "special licence" under the re- gulations contained in Table F. This "special licence" is in all essentials â passenger certi-

ficate.

able type of master.

10. To find a remedy for this state of affaire is clearly no easy matter and, since neither party can

be expected to co-operate. some form of coercion would ap- pear to be necessary.

Three possible lines were con- sidered:-

(a) Legislation with regard to the engagement of masters (Ruled out as impracticable, vide para. 13). (b). Action by II.B.M. Consul Gen-

eral, Canton (vide para. 14). (e). The possibility of action by the China Coast Officers Guild The Inst suggestion opens up large questions outside our terms We nevertheless of reference. consider that, were the guild in a better position to exerelse its "in" fluence, this particular difficulty could readily be overcome.

(ii) The existing Hong Kong re- gulations are far too brief to be of any real value and diff- pulty is experienced in apply. ing Board of Trade regulations as those are not designed to cater for ships carrying large numbers of Asiatic passenger on short runs. (iii) A comparison was made of the

11. It is considered that the numbers of passengers that further supervision of ships and would be allowed under the the determined co-operation of existing Hong Kong regula Masters, and officers themselves tions, the Board of Trade re- gulations for St. 4 ships and would eventually eliminate unde- proposed regulations drawn up sirabic officers and establish the by officers of the Government appointment of those who would Marine Surveyor's Sab-Depart-insist on equitable terms of em- ment.

has A memorandum been

ployment. prepared embodying the

essentials of ench method of 12. We are of the opinion, bas- measurement which it is sug-ed on our personal inspection of gested should be adopted in River Steamers, that every River

Steamer should be inspected im

be revision of Table F. Free Passengers

(e) The carriage of large num- bers of free passengers as commission agents.

(i) There people are principally carried in the smaller West River steamers with the cognis ance

owners. of the

DON'T WASTE

WATER!

The mediately prior to sailing. To majority of them act as touts give effect to this proposal we re- for passengers and cargo whilst others are live stock coolies, commend the temporary appoint- hawkers, ete. They pay no ment of two additional Boarding fare and invariably carry a Officers, one of whom should, if small amount of cargo (some possible, have some experience 25 times dutiable) for their own

a Marine Surveyor. It is thought account. Provided that their number does not result in an that the nett cost of these appoint excess of the number of pasments would not be considerable sengers allowed by the ship's and would at least ensure that passenger certificate and their activities are profitable to the those owners whose ships are run in accordance with the best tradi-

owners, we are unable to re commend any effective method of regulating the carriage of such passengers; though it is from an ad- considered that, ministrative point of view, their elimination would be desirable. Embarkation and Loading

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PUBLIC AUCTION.

ARTICULARS & CONDITIONS of the Sale by Public Auction to be held on TUESDAY, the 21st day of

May, 1929, at 8. p.., at the Offices of the Public Works Department, by Order of His Excellency the Gov- ernor, of one Lot of Crown Land at Shamshuipo, in

the Colony of Hong Kong, for a term of 75 years, commencing from 1st July, 1898, with the option of renewal at a Crown Rent to be fixed by the Surveyor of His Majesty the King, for one further term of 24 years less three days.

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COMING EVENTS ANNOUNCED IN THE "MAIL ”

ENTERTAINMENTS

To-day Queen's "No Other Woman".

To-day World. "Let Women Alone."

tions of the Mercantile Marine To-day -- Star would not be penalised by the un-"Becky". fair competition of other badly found ships.

18. tu conclusion, we do not wish to haply that the conditions (f) The system of embarkation of obtaining in all River Steamers passengers and loading or are open to criticism but the fact, cargo.

that in some cases irregularities (i) Passengers are embarked at do exist, must be recognized.

any time the ship is alongside We have endeavoured to effect and no system is maintained in an improvement by suggesting the the majority of river steamers general application of a standard but, with inadequate pier ac- commodation and easy access such as might be expected in any from sampans, supervision is British ship difficult, passengers and cargo being embarked at the same time. Difficulty is experienced in handling, and stoving cargo under these conditions and

leave ships frequently

with- Vassengers l

indis- targo criminately on the main decks and in the holds.

Theatre;

Theatre;

Theatre;

To-day Majestic Theatre; "Adam & Evil".

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May 18-Star Theatre; "Rookery Nook," 9.15 p.m.

Home Mails To-morrow-Outward for Europe via Siberia ("Chenan".) 3 p.m.

Land Sale

May 21-At P.W.D. Offices, onc lot. of Crown land at Shamshuipe, 8 p.m.

Sport

May 18 & 20-Fifth extra race meeting of H.K. Jockey Club, Happy

FURNITURE STOLEN Valley.

WOMAN WHOSE TRUST WAS RUDELY SHOCKED

3322 MISSING

(ii) This could be obviated by the introduction of the regulations

That her amah and coolie have in paragraph 24 of suggested this report in Ordinance No. absconded with furniture and 10 of 1899, Table F, making jewellery to the total value of the carriage of passengers on $322, is stated in a report to the the main deck conditional on Police made by a Chinese woman, the hatches down and cargo

being and Ng So-man, widow, 27 Stanley

only allowed on the main deck when proper-street. ly secured.

Uncertificated Pilots

of every one. like those whom you! represent, who are determined to (g) deal with this pressing problem without prejudice and solely in the interests of the whole nation.

Liberal Opinions

On behalf of the Liberal Party Sir Herbert Samuel replied:-,

"The policy of the Liberal Party in relation to teraperance was de- clared at the meeting of the National Liberal Federation, held in Great Yarmouth in October last, when the following resolution was adopted-

""The present national drink bill.

and represents an unproductive wasteful expenditure by the con- munity, which is indefensible in the existing economic situation and inioical to the health and efficiency of many of the consumers, Im- proved facilities for recreation, better housing conditions, and a wider education in temperance are the necessary foundation for fur- ther advance. But it is also nec- cessary that the system, where- by the sale and distribution of alcohol is regulated, should be revised and improved.

with chay McAvoy and

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She states that she entrusted ber arah and coolie to carry the The employment of uncertifi-goods to Hai Lo Ting, residing in cated pilots.

Des Voeux-road Central.

rivers.

not seen them since.

(i) Two pilots are generally carried The woman has since ascertain- and are usually men who have ed that her servants did not de- Required Romd piloting ships in the

experience liver her property, and she has They have however. ΠΟ other qualifications and are not suffi- ciently reliable to be regarded

officers-a position have often been known to

as

sume.

they

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(ii) The extent of their authority

depends upon the master and, whilst it might be desirable to accord official recognition to such of them 28 are able to

COTTON TRADE

THE WINDING UP OF AN ASSOCIATION

London, Yesterday. A Manchester meeting of mem- pilot ship efficiently, the is bers has adopted a nesolution in sue of a licence as pilot is not practical for the following rea-favour of winding-up the Cotton

Yarn, Associatiori.

sons:-

Proposed Merger

It is understood that the proposed

(a) The pilots are. Chinese and are employed almost entirely in foreign waters. If licences are required the Chinese merger of Egyptian spinning mills Maritime Customs would ap- with those of several districts in pear to be the appropriate Lancashire is nearing completion, authority for their issue. the Boards of Directors concerned were established it is difficult having provisionally agreed to the to know where a competent terms.-Reuter. examiner could be found to

(b) Unless a River Inspectorato

candidates in sea- examine manship and a comprehensive knowledge of the rivers of the Canton delta

(e) It is felt that this Commis- sion cannot encroach upon

the maritime responsibilities of another Power, whatever

its opinion on the subject may be.

General Conclusions

8. The Commissioners are of the opinion that the irregularities which exist in a certain class of River Steamers are the direct re sult of the employment of unsuit- Lable masters and there is no doubt but that, in certain cases, the em- ployment of such masters is ad- vantageous to both parties.

9. It is apparent (though direct evidence was, for obvious reasons, difficult to obtain) that owners exist who prefer a master who, whilst holding the qualifica÷ tions required by law, will coun- tenance any irregularity that in- creases the earnings of the ship. At the same time masters are ob- tainable who, through age," mis- fortune, or other causes are com pelled to accept whatever terms may be offered them,

Masters in these circumstances are probably required to refund. a considerable portion of the agreed salary and such a practice

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Meetings May 16 (H.K.V.D.C.) Sergeants' Mess Meeting. 6 p.m.

. May 17-Half-yearly meeting 'of voting members of H.K. Jockey Cub, H.K. Club Annex., 5.10 p.m.

May 23--Forty-eighth ordinary general meeting of shareholders of the Canton Insurance Offee Ltd., Messrs. Jardine's offices, noon.

May 24-Meetings of Union Insurance Society of Canton, Ltd., China Fire Insurance Co., Ltd., and British Trader's Insurance Co., Ltd., at Union Bldg., 11 a.m.. 11.15 a.m., and 11.20 3.m, respetively.

Miscellaneous“

May 30-Dinner at Hong Kong Hotel to serving and ex-officers of the Royal Engineers.

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The oldest raan in Kent, Mr. John Edward Taylor, of Hillside, Green Street Green, was 105 in mail week. When his wife died two years ago at the age of 103 they were the oldest married couple in England, and had been married aixty-six years.

Mr. Taylor, who was a carpenter, remembers when London was lit by oil lamps, when constables, wore top-hats and white ducks, and when watchmen cried out the time of night and the state of the weather. He helped to erect the Great Ex- hibition in Hyde Park in 1851.

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