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MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1930.

FILIPINO PATRIOT "SPEAKEASY” ́AT THE

HONOURED

RIZAL DAY CONCERT AT

PENINSULA HOTEL

EULOGY OF MARTYR

The Mel Pilipino community cele-

THE

QUEEN'S THEATRE SHADOWS BEFORE

STORY OF BOXER WHO WON HIS WAY BACK TO POPULARITY

JOURNALIST HEROINE

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"peakeasy" is at an attempt to

COMING EVENTS ANNOUNCED IN "CHINA MAIL"

Social Functions To-day--Tea Dancos

CHINA `MAIL.

NEW ADVERTISEMENTS

ST. GEORGE'S BALL.

6th JANUARY, 1930.

HE above will be held in the

T PENINSULA HOTEL at 3.30

at Hongp.m,

brate the sory of the death of intercon "taille" at a descriptive of their petrit. De Jage, Rizal, in the the fil-vol. It has, in fact, nothing Kong Hotel and Peninsula Hotel, ADMITTANCE The small per- Penina nel last night. There was to do with the faculty of speech, un-4.30 p.m.. avery and attendance and the creamless in its philological origin

it Te-day St. George's

patrici, Dr. Jose Rizal. This day weight champion (Paul Page). As he should serve to thrill everyone of us has only just lost the championship, he from the Philippines at the recollec-is expected to be peeved, and as the tion of his heroic works and it should paper which she represents has in the serve to rekinulle into our hearts the love of freedom.

ant.

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Ball,

olf he were a drama that was sold tends to challenge the champion for for 2 ps, then workingman's another contest.

of the Filipino musical lab ats were most a venue where cultured diction Peninsula Hotel, 9.30 p.m. responsible for a very Be concert, was teboo. A speakeasy is a species which was trondvust.

of club, with a concealed bar, where of the Hong Kong Ladies' Hockey Jan. 10 Second annual dance Dr. V. N. Atienza, Chairman of the erasks, pugilists and ex-chorus girls Club, at Lane, Crawford's Restaur- Filipico Community Association gave congregate to quarret over cocktails. un interesting address on the life and Into this abode of jaded vico enters, in work of the Filipita martyr. Healt hor maidenly innocence, Alice

Entertainments said:

Woods, lady reporter of the "Tribune,"

Today Queen's Theatre. The anniversary which we hold this complete with warpaint (powder puff"Speak Easy." evening is day which serves as aand pencil). In order to please her To-day -Star Theatre, milestone murking at regular intervala editor, who snarls and barks at his "The Bushranger." "the tread of time so that with the re-staff in a manner that only Americana

case of this day we may venerate would stand, she engages

To-day World Theatre, drag "Uncle Tom's Cable” the men of our greatest Filipino "story" out of the world's ex-middle-

"Ladies at Play."

To-day Majestic Theatre;}

Sport January 8-Fanling Hunt and past devoted itself to merciless criti-Race Club Hounds meet, Hunter's cism of the boxer, it is not surprising Arms, 3.30 p.m. Born of humble parents, Dr. Rizal that he declines to make a statement. from early childhood showed glimpses She urges him to fight again and re-j

Lammerts' Auction of future greatness. Te could write trieve the belt, and, in spite of his re- Road, (second

January 10-At B. Granville and rend at the age of 3, at 7 he knew fusal, has the audacity to publish the furniture, 11 a.m.

floor) household as much as his teacher, and at 8 years following morning a report that he in-

Street, Afty bales

Jan At Sales Room, Duddell cotton blankets and three cases serge, 11 a.m. A Sincere Affair

Jan. 9-At Sales Room, Duddell ising in the arts and selence. Before her up on the telephone and threatens ture, 2.30 p.m.

Thoroughly annoyed, the boxer rings Street, household and office furni 30 he was among the select few who to inform the Editor that the whole possessed the degree of Doctor of Medi-interview

Miscellaneous cine, Daetor of Philosophy and Master takes a far milder course and falls in Lecture

was n "fake." Instead, he Tomorrow British Association

ປ່ຽນ "The love with her. It was quite a sincere English" by Professor Simpson, Difficulty of A Genius

affair, and he was not thinking of the Cathedral Hall, 580 p.m. publicity he would receive from her hands, for it is a known

January 13-Hong Kong Univer- fact that

wages for 2 weeks, At 20 he was tour-

igg the famous European universities

not beginning the study at but special-

of Arts.

Rizal was indeed the greatest genius ever produced by the Malay race. To

be an anthropologist, engineer, his

navelist, occulist,

boxers are shy of getting in the papers!sity Congregation Day, 5 p.m.

torian. linguist. philosopher, physician, poet, scientist champion, and undergoes

Eventually he agrees to fight the and sculpter and then excel in nearly course of training

a strict all of those professions is a fout which the big fight, his ex-mannger, an un On the night of ordinary man cannot expect to per-pleasant individual with a perpetual form. Yet with all these accomplish- nurt, kidnaps the girl reporter with ments whereby a fortune was at his the intention of upsetting "Martin," command he chose to be and became the boxer, one of the world's greatest martyrs to nerve-and the fight. An old musiclan, so that he may lose his liberty. A noted American writer (who tries to look like spoke of him as a man of astonishing intellectual prodigs, distinguished by amazing achievements, in many diverse lines.

Apostle Pur Excellence

Beethoven)

engaged in the speakeasy · as a jazz pianist, shoots the manager and res- eues the girl. She dashes to the ring- side, shouts, "Martin, get up and win,"

and, of course, he does.

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Unoriginal Plot

If we seek inspiration for art, for poetry and for science: If we need to be steeped in the essence of the purest nationalism, the nationalism of rigid has formed the plot of a dozen similar The story is commonplace enough; it and austere principles: if we wish to silent pictures, so that soon after the pay homage to the history of our coun-etart we know very well how it will try in order to reconstruct and enrich fall plan out.

a

it and to learn to improve our cus- Very little is shown of the big fight, toms and institutings through the pro- so that those who expect to see the cess of progrez, of morality and of technique and culture, in short if we wish to find the world's championship contest will be

thrill expected of way of light and redemption through disappointed. But the film contains an the arts of civilisation, Rizal is the abundance of "thrill in itself, for those apostle, the guida and the hero par ez-who are intrigued by the anties of cellence.

Rizal consecrated his doctrines with the cosmopolitan lot that go to make crooks, pugilists, ex-chorus girls and his precious blood when, on that fate-up a speakeasy. ful day, 30th of December, 1896, at

It did not strike the writer as being

RADIO

TO-DAY'S

PROGRAMME

The following programme will be broadcast to-day from the Hong Kong Broadcasting Station Z.B.W. on 355 metres:-

5-6 p.m.-Programme of Colum- bin records supplied by courtesy of Messrs. Anderson. "Waiteufel Memories"-Fantasia

(arr. Herman Finck),

Herman Finck and His Orchestra. "A song of thanksgiving" "Love, The Polar"

(J. Thomson & F. Allitsen),

(C. Battersby & E. German),

Doris Vans with Piano. "The New Moon"-Vocal Gems (Hammerstein & Romberg),

The Columbia Light Opera Company.

(arr. Lange & Somers), "Petticoat Lane" (A "Kosher"

Melley), Fox Trot, (arr. A. W. Parry),

the age of 36, he matte the supreme a first-class specimen of its kind, in "Russian Fantasy" sacrifice. That tragic event has made the spite of the added attraction of sound Filipino nationality a living and im and voice, but it n film which perishalle force. His rame will keep always aflame, in the midst of dissolu- tions, the Are of our ideals.

It

should have a general appeal. scoms a pity that, with the boundleas Ecope offered by the talking Alm, And wow, dear countrymen, it is our American produces do not solemn duty to acknowledge our debt that cheap crooks and sordid person- realizo of gratitude to the hero who so largely alitics simply will not "go down" with contributed to our national existence. the British publle. The best way to show our appreciation of his services to our country is to try; to follow his high ideals and to con- tinue and finish the work he had be KEN.

Recent events in Washington and

'LADIES AT PLAY'

Pathos, humour, and galety are the the whole of U.S.A. have moved se ingredients of "Ladies at Play" show rapidly towards the granting of our in- ing at the Majestic Theatre, Kowloon, dependunes that the day is hot for dis- for the last time to-day.

tant when our cherished dream will be Louise Fazenda and Ethel Wales a reality and when the red, white and provide hearty laughter as two old- blue Bag with its three stars and a fashioned aunts who are compromised. shining sun will be hoisted over the Lloyd Hughes and Doris Kenyon took spot where Rizal was sint, thus herald- the leading roles and do full justice to ing to the world the birth of a new this humorous First National film. republic, the republic of our native) land the Philippines; then, we can say that Rizal gave his life that his na-1 Elon may live to enjoy the fruit of his work.

The Concert

'THE HIGH STEPPERS

Debroy Somers Band. Kirkby Malzeard Sword Dance," Folk The Flamborough Sword Dance,"

Dance (arr. Cecil J. Sharp),

Folk Dance,

B.B.C. Wireless Military Band.

"Men of England, Short Patriotic

Ods" (Thomas Campbell & Altert W. Ketelbey);

Choir with Albert W. Ketelbey's Concert Orchestra.

Seraglio"-Overture (Mozart, arr. Buseni),

Zurich Tonhalle Orchestra, 6-7 p.m.-Chinose Programme. 7.48 p.m.-Weather Report. 9 p.m.-Programme of Columbia records supplied by courtesy of

Mesira Anderson, "Classical Memories"

(arr. M. Ewing),

Debray Somers Band. "Lightly she whipped (John Mundy, (A) "Ah! Dear Heart" (John Donne

edited E. H. Fellowes), & Orlando Gibbons, edited E. H. Fellowes).

A good and bright entertainment is afforded to patrons, of the Majestic A well-balanced orchestra then open- Theatre, Kowloon, by the "High Step- ed the overture from William Tell, after pers," a party of four British vaude- which Mr. L. R. Roseto contributed a ville stars, now showing til January violin so which was much appreciat-8, when they will visit Macao ed. Mr. J. G. D'Aquino gave a vocal) The programme gives much scope for selection, "Cacada Real" in his apual variety, and a mirthful 40 minutes is "Ivan Caryll Memories" (Ivan Caryll). finished style.

Bront.

Dobroy Somers Band.

ence.

Dancing was then indulged in, the gathering not breaking up until a late hour.

Rubens).

forated portion of the invitation eard must be produced to ob tnin admittance. CLOAK ROOMS.-A Cloak room for Ladies will be found on the first floor, and for gentlemen on the ground and first floors. DANCING-Partners will meet olther in the Rose Room or in the Roof Garden. The old aya- tom of meeting under letters of the alphabet having been dis- pensed with.

DO NOT FORGET YOUR PROGRAMMES. CARDS.-The Writing Room on the Mezzanine floor has been set SUPPER-Those intending to be

aaide for cards.

present at the Official Supper are requested to be seated in good time before the formation of the Official Party, which take place in the Lounge on the lat Floor immediately after the eighth dance.

WEDDING TO-DAY

Local Sportsman Back From Tientsin

Fiddes

PUBLIC AUCTIONS,

THE Undersigned have received

Auction

ON

WEDNESDAY, January 8, 1930, commencing at 11 a.m.,

at their Sales Room, Duddell Street, (for account of the concerned). Fifty Bales Cotton Blankets and

Three Cases Serge, Terms: Cash on Delivery,

LAMMERT BROS.,

Auctioneers.

Hong Kong, January 6, 1930.

THE Undersigned have received instructions to sell by Public Auction

ON

THURSDAY, January 9, 1930, commencing at 2.30 pm. at their Sales Room, Duddell Street.

A Large Quantity of VALUABLE HOUSEHOLD and OFFICE FURNITURE, Comprising:-

Teak Hatstands with Mirrors, Tapestry Covered Couches and Arm Chairs, Glass Cabinets, Tion- tsin Carpets, Pianos, Gramophones,

AJ.S. Motor Cycle, Gramophones and Records. Typewriters, Radio Sets, Radiators, Pictures, Curios. Ornaments, Wardrobe Trunks, Rugs, etc.

Mr. Waltor Dunbar Wilson, of Messrs. Jardine, Mathe- son & Co., Ltd. is being married to-day in St. John's Cathedral. His boards with bride is Miss Leila May Tiernan Clarke, of No. 508, The Peak.

The bridegroom was transferred from Hong Kong to the Tientsin office of the "Princely Hong" inst year. Prior to his departure, he was entertained at a function in the Sports Club where he confided to his friends that he would be return- ing toward the end of 1929 for to- day's happy event.

Teak Dining Tables, Dining Chairs, Dinner Waggons. Side- White Frost Refrigerators, Ice. Bevelled Mirrors,

Ware, Kitchen Utensils, etc. Cheats, Dinner Crockery, Glass

with Mattresses, Wardrobes, Chests Teak, Iron and Brass Bedsteads

Chamber of Drawers, Dressing Tables, Washstands, Tollet Sets, Blankets, etc.

Stands,

'and

A Quantity of BLACKWOOD FURNITURE.

On View from Wednesday, Janu-

Catalogues will be issued. Terms-Cash on Delivery.

Mr. Fiddes-Wilson plays a good game of polo but nature has pre- vented him from taking a more ac-ary 3, 1830. tive part in racing. As a starter, however, he is considored one of the best in China. As a sportsman he is even better still.·

The reception will be in the Hong Kong Hotel.

SUN-QUAN Two well-known local

*

LAMMERT BROS..

Auctioneers. Hong Kong, January 6, 1930.

families were united in the bends Tinstractions to sell by rublle

Chinese Undersigned have received)

ON THURSDAY, January 9, 1930, commencing at 3 o'clock p.m., at their Sales Room,

of matrimony at St. John's Cathe-Auction dral on Saturday afternoon, the con- tracting parties being Dr. Edward Sun, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Sun Jueyow, of 4, Babbington Path, Hong Kong, and Miss Con- stance Quan, second daughter of One Mr. and Mrs. Quan Hong-kee, of 57, Cumberland, Road, Kowloon Tong.

friends of the happy couple present There was a large gathering of

at the ceremony which was con- ducted by the Very Rev. A. Swann, assisted by the Rev, Lee Kow-yan.

Mr. Quan gave away his daugh- ter, who was charmingly attired in a pratty creation of white satin and carried a bouquet of white

roses,

The bridesmaids were the Misses Edna Quan and Pearl Kwan, whilst the Misses Marjoria, Fong and Betty Wong were the flower girls. The former pair wore dresses of mauve satin and carried bouquets of pink roses, whilst the flower girls were dressed, in pink satin, and had baskets of pink, roses.

The bride's mother attended in

out the

Chinese ceremonial dress. Mr. C. W. Lani carried

datics of best man, whilst Mr. T. L. Tan was the groomsman.

Honeymoon In Shanghai The toast of the bride' and bridegroom was proposed by the Rev. C.. B. Shann, and, the toast of the Bridesmaid by the Rev. Hal- best man gave suitable replies ward, to which the bridegroom and

During the cake-cutting cer emony, Mr. Harry Ore gave ap Concertpropriate selections on the plane."

A large gathering of guests was present cut the dinner.at. Haung, Kong Restaurant, West Foint last night. The bride and bridegroom' intend spending their honeymoon in Shanghai.

(B) "Sister, Awake" (Thomas

After the ceremony a well attend- Baleson, edited E. H. Fellowes),

ed reception was held at Lane, The St. George's Singers. Crawford's restaurant where the "Poul Rubens Memories"

(Paul toast to the bride and bridegroom was enthusiastically honoured. A saxophone quartette, comprised of The Aussie four opened the pro-Maritsna Vocal: Gems"

Afterward Dr. and Mrs. Sun Messrs. H. Rosete, A. B. Tubino, eramme with

(W... y. were given a rousing send off as M. I. Espelsin, and M. A. Vilela, next Maho.net

a pleasing ensemble. Wallace), Part 1,

they left for their honeymoon which Kossim, played "The Song of the Volga Boat-x-Army officer, brought the house Indian-Australia

Clara Serena, Francis Rusself, will be spent in Shanghai. man."

After Mr. A. Aquino had con-down with his baritone songs and was

Dennis Noble & Chorus. **Marilena Voca! Gema," Part 2 tributed a plano solo, the grehestra recalled three times.

(W. V. Wallaco), gave as the closing Item a selection, Sid Clarke, on the violin, played

Doris Vane, Francis Russell, "Coppell Ballet," which met with an zome Scottish and Irish sirs.

Dennis Noble & Chorus. enthusiastic reception from the audi Miss Alice Banns gave some dances,

"Follow through Selection, and was followed by a comedy skit by

(de Sylva Brown & Henderson), Kassim, Allee Beans (Elmar) and "By the blus Hawaiian Waters

The Piccadilly Flayers. Bert Bcal, tho noted Juggling Jester.. Tone Picture

The finale was "The Two Nifties" in

(Abert W. Ketelbey), which Elmar and Beal figured in a two- fold dancing display, -.,.,.

Albert W. Ketelbey's

Orchestra. There will be an entire change of pro-The Midnight Rosew (Glinka,

"Edward" (Corder & Loewe), gramme to-morrow.

English words Newmarch),

Norman Allin "Indian" Queen,

Queen, Folk Dance, (arr., Cecil 3. Sharp), "Helston Furry Processional,

Folk Dance" (arr

Coell. Sharp),

BILC. Wireless Military

Band Merria England" Vocal Gems

(B.“ Hood 4EL German),

Miffata Llcatta, Clara Sáreňa, * Francia Russell, Donnin

«Noble, Robert Care

Chorn Chinese, temple garden": (Abert Wis Ketelbey),

PALESTINE RIOTS

Commission To Report. On The Disorder

Yesterday.

.

Nothing being previously known against the defendant, a Chinese was at the Kowloon Magistrsoy on. Saturday fined $10 or 14 days' hard mis labour, for the theft of blue cotton Rés 01 Jacket, the property of a worker

employed by the Foo Lung Con tractors of Mangkok

Apparently insane, Chinese mar man tumed to Fung

Jam (30

Goy

living at 21, Mosque

the

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RAILWAY LINK

New Stations That Cost Over £1,000,000

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A new link to the Southern Rall- ways, eléctrified section, In Subur ban London will be opened to mor row, when the Wimbledon Sutton Line comes into ese Slx new sta flons are served by five and a for miles of radway, which have cost over $1,000,000,British Wireless Service

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Monet and Goyon Motor Cycle,

1929 Model,

Super Sports 350 C.C. O.V.H. Twin Port. Perfect Condition. Brand New Appearance.

LAMMERT BROS.,

Auctioneers,

Hong Kong. January 6, 1930.

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