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TUESDAY JUNE §,

POLICE RESERVE.

ORDERS FOR THE CURRENT WEEK

NEW SHARESHOOTERS,

A collision between the P. & 0. launch Jeanette and the Shamshuipo Ice Factory motor boat Wang Nam occurred off Douglas Wharf. yester day at 6.40 o'clock. The launch

Orders by the Hon. Mr. E. D. C. escaped undamaged, but the motor Wolfe, CMG., Inspector-General boat was damaged fairly exten- of Police, are as under;-. sively. No persons were injured.

General.

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CHEFOO NOTES.

PROSPECTS OF A GOOD WHEAT HARVEST.

EMPIRE-DAY.

(From Our Own Correspondent.) ***Chéfco, May 25.

On the afternoon of May 20, in

Revolver Practice. The regular glorious weather, a large number of For stealing a quantity weekly revolver practice will take friends gathered at the CIM Pre clothing and two wrist watches from place at the Bowen Road Revolver Paratory School to enjoy the Annual 127, Apliu Streat, the property of Range to-morrow at 5p.ni.

Sports of the little ones, and is seven coolies, a Chinese was in the will be open to members of the In-we watched them run, jump, and Kowloon Police Court to-day cent dian Company, Hong Kong Police skip through their various races, to jail for two months with hard Reserve. labour. Two months' imprison. ment was also imposed on the samé man for the theft of a jacket, the terma tu' run concurrently.

your. Correspondent finds it hard to any, who enjoyed themselves most, the grown- am .sure that

...Training Course-Part II.. The weekly classes: for Police the children or Reservists will in fature take place pyet

at the Chinese Company's Head such an enjoyable afternoon was quarters, 17 Queen's Rond Central. Spent that it will be hard to forget. ALLEGED RAPE OF A The next class will be held to all we saw, and our hearty con-

NIECE.

R75 Ip

Indian Company. Strength. Constable R.264 A. K. Kuramat has been taken on the strength of the Indian-Company as from June 1.

June 6.

Constables R405 H. Greye: R417 L. Dowdall; and R422 R. Stewart (Sgd.) D. L. KING, D.S.P. (R)

HOTEL CECIL..

MUSICAL ATTRACTION AT DINNER DANCE.

David Kidder and John Slichter proved the champlons of the after- noon and came out "a tie" at the end of the sports, so that this year a. second- Silver Pendant has to be found, it being impossible to divide the Championship Medallion" be-

tween two. The prizes were

graciously distributed by Miss Rice amid the cheers of all present. The prizes this your had been contribut ed by British children, members of the CIM. Comradeship. '

Empire Day.

As Empire Day foll on a Sunday'

spiring talk to the children on the value of Empire Day and why it. was established as an annual holl day: after which the Union Jack was broken at the masthead by David Landsborough, the Senior | Prefect of the School, during which the British National Anthem was heartily oung. Master Jimmy Bruce then presented to Mrs. Pratt a bouquet of red roses, white iris, and -blue cornflowers amid the ring. ing cheers of all present.

Sporta Programme,

A long and most interesting

day at 5.30. p.m. All members gratulations must be given to the of the Chinese Company who have Staff for the oxcellent programme not yet passed Part 2 of Training provided. Course should attend. (Continued from Page 1.)

Chinese Company. Plaintiff's Story.

Strength-Constable Plaintiff was then called, his Ping-chi has been permitted to re- evidence In the main being corro-sign having completed one year's borative. He described how de service with effect from April 21. fendant accused him of an offence against Se Ah-mui ́eight years ago. Defendant pointed to the girl when he made the remarks. He (plaintiff) would swear that the allegation was false.

Flying Squad. Cross-examined by defendant. The weekly instructional patrol, witness admitted that in the first of the Kowloon Section will take place. defendant accused him of place to-day. Fall in at Trim- acting like a beast." They were taa-tsui Fire Brigade Station at this year it was arranged that ali sitting side by side at the time. 5:30 p.m. sharp. Drees Khaki celebrations should be held on the The matter had never been uniform and cap with khaki cover day before. At noon the British brought up before.. 'He denied The weekly instructional patrol members of the Club were at Home that the whole affair was "of the Hong Kong Section will to their friends, when most of the trumped-up charge." Nor was it take place on Friday. Fall in at community gathered to celebrate correct that defendant had not Central Police Station at 5.15 p.m. Empire Day and to enjoy all that his facts before expressing his put the accusation quite so strong-sharp. Dress-Khali uniform and hat been provided by the generosity

ly. It was a definite charge of cap with khaki cover.

of our hosts. precious opinions thereon.

seduction.

Sharpshooters' Company.

At 2.30 the children of the CA.M. Continuing, the Straits Echo

Excited Defendant,

Strength.-Constable R422 C: H. and the Japancas Schools (the say's: There are mui tsal in Answering the Chief Justice Coutts has been permitted to re- children of the French Schools being. Hong Kong, and there are prob-vitness said that in the begin-sign having completed one year's unavoidably absent) gathered

ning the conversation was in service with effect from June 1.

around the flagstaff at the C.IM. ably slaves, but there are burglars confidential manner. Defendant The following members hayo Boys School, with many friends, in Penang, yet Sir John Simon spoke in a low tone, but when he been taken on the strength of the when I Britannic Majesty's Con- does not criticise our Govern (witness) demanded what defen- Sharpshooters Company as from aul, Mr. B. S. Pratt, gave a most in- ment for legalising burglary. If dant meant by it, defendant's tone became, louder, and he thumped Sir John were to devote his the table with his fist. energies to assisting the Hong As regards the terms of the Kong Police in arresting those letter of apology, it was settled who were known to be harbour-that defendant should give an apology at a dinner, and set off ing slaves, he would be render-fire-crackers. This was to be put ing a better service than he is in the letter. Defendant, how- performing by denouncing a sys-ever, would not agree to pay the costs 'up to the date of the letter tem that does not exist under the being written. Nor was uny. The Hungarian Zimbal, which law. In the meantime, the most thing arranged as to what should may be regarded as "the father" generous interpretation, we can be put in the letter leading up to of the modern piano as it WAR place on Sir John's, intervention the question of terms. Further, played in Europe long before no arrangement was made for de-pianos were in existence, finds its is that supplied by our Singa- fendant to admit the slander in origin in China. It is so difficult Sports programme was then carried pore contemporary, ie, that it is the letter:

to play that it has become almost out, to the intense satisfaction of "due to the enthusiasm of his Indignant Father,

a lost relic. In appearance it looks the children present, all of whom Se Chi-kwan, the girl's father, like a miniature piano with a shal entered most heartily into the wife."

was then called.

He described low box and exposed strings, which various Items, 'some of the items Thus is another chapter writ- the events on the night of Novare manipulated by the fingers and causing much merriment as the ten of the Secret History of Hong ember 8-9. Defendant had shown with two soft hammers wielded by "bundle of living asparagus," or the Kong. Some may have a more him a paper written by Se Ah the player.

"mule team" fell and rolled along, suitable

Professor Alois Barna who is finding them calves not quite as sure .word than "en-mui, and then taken it back again."

Defendant also told him as to his touring round the world has de-footed as mulas generally are. At 'thusiasm" to describe the activi- suspicions as to what happened voted 13 years to this instrument. the close of the sports a very sub- His Wife's Enthusiasm. ties of Lady Simon. We know eight years ago.

with his cymbal, metallophone, stantial and greatly enjoyed tea, He ordered defendant out of xylophone, and glasses, ha has en-was provided for the children finish. A Parliamentary version of meddling with the mini-tsal pro- the house, and sent for plaintiff raptured many an audience in in "the woman tempted me" is blem in this Colony has earned Later, defendant was also get North China, Korea, Japan, Grent brought forth screams of delight, for, and the two men brought to Britain, Germany, France and and. thus a very happy and success- forthcoming in the facetious dis for her a much more forceful gether Defendant wished to Amories. The amazing rapidityful day was.brought to its close, ong closure by the London correspon word than enthusiasm." Those fake plaintiff to the Police Sta- and skill of his manipulation of to be long remembered by all who dent of the Singapore Free "Meddlesome Matties" ought to tion, after repeating his accuse the Zimbal is as fascinating to his took part.

tion, and asked Se Ah-mui to listeners as the qualities of the Press that Sir John Simon's be restrained from influencing struggle with plaintiff, to give instrument or the beauty of the that we bade farewell to Mr. and It was with real sorrow of heart intervention in the mui-tsai their husbands into interfering him a pretext to do so. Witness music. Par question "was, of course, due to with subjects of which they know fially sent defendant away

Mrs. V. Mortensen as they left us on Having delighted many radio the evening of May 23, after their the enthusiasm of his wife." It nothing beyond what has been again. That was about 4. a.m. fans and attracted: large crowds long term of nearly 20 years in our The hearing is proceeding. wherever he gave recitals, Profes midet. Mr. Mortensen, as Manager is pointed out that one reason why dinned into their ears by wives |

sor Barna has gained renown for of the Cable Company, which he so Sir John Simon has fallen into a with a hobby to ride. Little SIR F. MILNER. his soulful harmonies throughout faithfully served, was respected by grievous error in his campaigu wonder that truth is perverted,

the whole world. He is a gifted all, both Chinese and foreigners against mui-tsai in Hong Kong is and that Hong Kong is painted DEATH OF FORMER M.P. FOR composer as well as a performer, alike, while Mrs. Mortensen had BASSETLAW. that he has not taken sufficient in the floure of Commers as a

"Gallop Mashinengewahr" la one endeared herself to us all in so many of his most popular compositions, ways that we shall miss her much. trouble to acquaint himself with veritable cesspool of iniquity.

and "Fourth Zimballo Etude and We wish them both a very happy. facts which can easily be gleaned Let these females at Home with The death occurred this morn International Songs are his other and restful retirement, and trust by a casual glance at the news so much "enthusiasm" take their ing of Sir Frederick Milner, aged favourite pieces,

that they may be spared for many Hong Kong music lovers are new years to come to enjoy it.. papers. There was a debate lorgnettes off Hong Kong for a 82, who since the war devoted

"Bon Voyage." which lasted for four hours in change and give a hand to Dr. practically his whole time and again given an opportunity of en- the House of Commons three Barnado's

energies to the organisation of Joying Professor Barna's wonder- Home, Quaker's settlements for consumptive ex-ful melodies, as the Hotel Cecil has

A number of friends gathered at- weeks ago, Sir John Simon being Homes, and the Salvation Army soldiers.

made special engagement with the jetty to wish them "bon the principal speaker and critic in their endeavour to make child

Professor Barna to play his four voyage" and the best of luck. I Frederick George Milner was

that Mr. of the policy of Sir Cecil Clementi life at Home more tolerable and born In November, 1849, the instruments in the dining hall have been informed

second son of the 5th Baronet. When a dlaner dance will be held Mortensen-was presented with an during the latter's Governorship more comfortable than it is at the lie was educated at Eton and on Saturday

elegant and beautifully engraved of Hong Kong. Sir John stated; moment!

Christ Church, Oxford, and in The management of the Hotel zilver plaque by the Staff of the 1880, when he succeeded his Cecil make a charge of $3 Includ Cable Office ere he left as a token that he had taken the trouble to

brother in the Baronetty, married ing dinner, primarily for the pur learn certain facts from Hong

a daughter of Mr. W., Beckett, Pose of "affording their patrons an Kong newspapers; in that con-

M.P. From 1883 to 1885 he was occasion to appreciate Professor nection it is extraordinary that The lowest open air temperature MP. for York. After unsuccess. Barna's skill and expertness In his he should have given a piece of information which, apparently. the House of Common's swallow

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Hong Kong.

June 9, 1931.

another lady at Home whose

News in Brief.

Rugby, Yesterday.

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with ice-cream which

of their esteem and good wishes.

Although we have had a cold Spring and everything in the gar den and field has been retarded there.

Yesterday was 70 degrees. At 10 fully contesting the Sowerby and ancient Instruments, th by the present beautiful weather is am,, the humidity was 77 and at the Radcliffe-cum-Farnworth divi- There will be added specialty making the fields rajalce, and there. 4 p.m.: 87,

sion, he was returned in 1890 for dances by Miss Bella, the accom is every prospect of a good Wheat the Bassetlaw Division of Netts, panist being, Miss Luba Fecker Harvest in the future,

Booking is now open at the Hotely

a good time on Saturday night are requested. to make reservations early

Fed without question, Asked by: Twelve months hard labour was for which he sat as a Conservative Cecil and those desiring to enjoy in MUA ILLATOKKAITISHAMINGJAN BAHAMAN *.

Mr. Lovat-Fraser as to the value banishee, at the Kowloon Palice Vice

Imposed on Teling Hi, a returned until 1906 British Wireless Sor of the Hong Kong dollar, Sir Court this morning. Accused was

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about two sent away for 10 years in 1920 for having participated in an armed rolibary.

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