1932-02-11 — Page 9

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1932.

WAI KEE JADE SPECIALISTS ANTIQUES AND CHINESE CURIOS

GOLD & SILVER SMITH, Corner, Hong Kong Hotel Bldg. Queen's Rd. C. Pedder St.

PICTURESQUE HONG KONG.

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THE CHINA MAIL SPECIAL TOURISTS' SUPPLEMENT.

TREASURE!!!

The genuine thing what one is always looking for can be obtained at

our store.

We are the biggest dealers in Hong Kong of JADE, JEWELLERY, DIAMONDS," PEARLS, IVORY, CURIOS, GOLD & SILVER WARE.

THE GREAT CHINA TREASURE

54A, Queen's Road Central.

WOOD CARVINGS. One of the most important Indus- tries of China is artistic Wood Carving. Ita origin...can be traced back to the period when the structures were built of wood.

Chinese temples, palaces, and houres were decorated with the most gor. pro-ceilings, doors, and even windows,

are generously planted with Japan-, described in mere prose. It has to ese fire, and the streams, which are be seen to be appreciated as it de Next to the ascent and traced through the serves. plentiful, are uplands and glens by a line of descent of the Peak it is a trip that straggling Brushwood and herbage. no tourist should omit from his The hills, which are mainly compos-gramme of sight-seeing. ed of granite,

Places of Interest. rise in irregu.ar masses to considerable heights, the Statue Square and Cenotaph. loftiest point, Victoria Peak, ad- Old Kowloon City,

joining the residence of His Ex-Paddy's Market-Hong Kong. cellency the Governor (Sir William Chinese Theatres (Ko Shing. Ta Ping and Lee recommended). Peel; C.M.G.), reaching an altitude

Botanical Gardens. of 1825 feet.

There abound beautifully laid-out Hong Kong University. gardens, public and private, and Peak Tramway to Peak Hotel. solidly constructed roads, some of Happy Valley Race Course them bordered with bamboos and Anglican Cathedral Grounda. other delicately-fronded trees, and

Recreation Grounds.

and

fringed with the luxuriant growth Walks along Bowen and Kennedy

Roads. of semi-tropical vegetation. The

temperature has a yearly range of Man Mo Temple--Hollywood Road. from 45 to 99 degrees, but it occn- Tytam Reservoir, sionally falls below 40, and ice has Aberdeen Fishing Village. been known to occur on the Peak.

The Shopping Centre. Naturally you will be interested

Repulse Bay Hotel and Bathing

Beach.

Pokfulum Valley. Chinese Restaurante.

to hear about the City and the won- derful shops, both European and Talkie Cinemas King'a, Queen'a

and Central.

Victoria Peak-1,823 feet above

city,

Chinese, which attract the tourist from all parts of the world. The central areas of the City are well built, the roads and streets are for Chinese Amusement Quarter-West

Point.

the most part admirably made and

Chair and Jinrikisha Fares. kept up and many of the thorough-

For chairs the tariff latwo fares delightfully shaded with well- grown trees. The European busi-bearers-15 cents for the first ten ness quarter occupies the middle of minutes; 20 cents for a quarter of the City, from Pottinger Street to an hour; 30 cents for half an hour; the Naval Yard, but with the ex-and 25 cents for every subsequent ception of this limited area almost hour. For four bearers the fares all the lower levels, especially the are exactly double, with the excep tion that every Busequent hour western district, are covered by a dense mass of Chinese shops and after the first is charged 40 cents.

areas

Jinrikisha charges are: 10 cents for 10 minutes; 20 cents for a quarter of an hour, 80 cents for half an hour; and 40 cents for an

hour.

tenements. On the mainland new, industrial and residential are rapidly springing up.

For the lover of the by-ways, and for those seeking the unusual pur-

Kowloon and New Territories. chase (who does not?), we would!

Kowloon has splendid motors. suggest a trip that can be both in- teresting and profitable. Few tour-roads which lead to Castle Peak, ists, even many residents of the Fanling, Taipo and Shatin.

A good afternoon's outing can Colony, have heard of a district in Hong Kong called "Paddy's Mare spent at Kowloon City, omni- bases to which run from the Star ket." The origin of the name la obscure some enterprising Irish-Ferry at Kowloon Point (10 cente

Round the Island.

tance.

geous

wood-carved work. Walls,

showed the most beautiful designs of sacred scenes, holy figures, God animals, birda, etc., carved by the most famous artists of China; and in those times even a Prince or Mandarin did carving for the love of the art.

are

very

very

Telephone 27684.

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THE MOST RELIABLE

JADE DEALER

IN HONG KONG.

Just Imported a large selection of genuine JADE ROCKS worth thousands of Dollars which we send to our own Factory in Cantos and Manufacture the very best Jade Ware.

WE STOCK JADE NECKLACES, PENDANTS, RINGS,

PINS, BANGLES AND BRACELETS, JADE NOVELTIES À SPECIALITY.

THE CHINA JADE CO.

China Building.

Queen's Road Central.

SHOPS TO VISIT.

JADES AND CURIOS.

WAI KEE.

THE JADE TREE INC.

Jade Tree

The

Inc. have two fine stores-one la Peniny

Hotel and the other in

Nowadays carvings of this sort Komor & Komor display some

fine

of examples rare, but Messrs.

ings which date back hur- dreds of years. The art rooms of this old-astablished firm are a sight of Hong Kong and if you can get a permit to see the private home of Mr. Komor in Prince Edward Road, Kowloon, you will and the style of decoration in the hall (see illustra- tion) drawing rooms, and dining

Situated in the Hong Kong Hotel aula rooms which you will enjoy and never forget. The colour scenic and Building, at the corner of Queen's the Gloucester Arcade. By the the wonderful combination of cary-Road Central and Peddor Street, name on the windows I felt as if inge on the wall and furniture is this firm of jewellers, with 40 years jade alone would assail my eyes. a scheme of decoration which has of business behind it, has a fine But no! I was agreeably surpris never been attempted before and reputation in Hong Kong among ed to see a choice selection of would surprise the great Reinhard residents and visitors alike for its curios, an enviable collection of could he see the bold dealgns. honest dealings and reliability as fantastic Oriental Jewellery, and experts in jades, antiques, gema, delicate cloisonne ware. Having and Chinese and Oriental works of feasted my eyes on these objects art. They are also fine workers in of delight, I turned to what I might. gold and silver trinkets, many of call the Inner chamber to find the designs having been for years other agreeable surprises in ex- unique with them and easily identi-quisite tasten in lingerie and em- fable as Wal Kee handicraft-broideries. My attention was then distinctive, attractive, and always drawn to the most select of rugs: in the mode, Mr. Wal Kee, the that I have seen in the Colony, and founder of the firm is still manag-my admiration was not lost on the ing it, and with his genial disposi-lacquer so neatly and yet KO tion has made many friends. subtly displayed.

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Every Variety and Colour of Silks, Houri Coats, Shawls, Kimonos, Bridge Coats, Ladies' and Gentlemen's Dressing Gowns, Old Em- broidery Goods, Ladies' Underwear Set of 3 Pieces, Ladies' and Gentlemen's Pyjama Suita, Etc.

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FINE SELECTIONS OF OLD'IVORY, AMBER & JADE WARE

TAILORING OUR SPECIALITY

SUITS & DRESSES MADE TO ORDER IN 12 HOURS.

POPULAR SILK

STORE

Opposite Hong Kong Hotel.

Pedder Street.

GENERAL STORES.

TABAQUERIA FILIPINA.

In this excellently fitted ont em-

A-MAN, HING CHEONG.

WANG HING.

WAH KEE.

Mag

Wah Kee is one of Hong Kong's Quaint and alluring Chinese de- signs and workmanship in gold and leading Emporium for up-to-date

in shops Gloucester Building, eliver ware has been for years the their entrance being from Des special recommendation for Wang

Their Hing, the jeweller of 10, Queen's Voeux Road Central. Road Central. It is not diffent to speciality a work in lade and they understand, the popularity of this have some of the rarest examples of firm for who, coming from the Jade craftsmanship in necklaces, Occident, is not desirous of owning Pendants and bracelets which can- something really Oriental to display not fall to thrill a lady. For the as a trophy of a vinit to the East? men, too, they have jade cuff links in unustial designs Everything, from the smallest trin- and the pins

ket to intricate aller rikishas, which make the wearer distinctive. a fine selection junks, etc., are the product of while they carry

The of shawls and silk underwear. Chinese master craftsman, shop for real work in Chinese oil. They also specialise in Blackwood Furnituro, and if you are after this," this is the shop to buy it at.

ver ware.

LOCK HING.

KWONG WOO.

SANG WOO,

THE CHINA JADE CO.

This shop, which occupies Kwong Woo, the largest Jade premises in the China Building, en- dealers here, made all their jade trance on Queen's Road Central, are goods from 'specially Imported specialista in the jade trade, and jade rocks. These rocks they send stock a variety of colours and shades to their factory in Canton which which is very difficult to surpass turns out all the wonderful SINCERE & CO.

anywhere in the East. Their work- jade goods you and in this store. manship is second to none and many This assures that their jade goods fare from Hong Kong to Kowloon). man was at the bottom of it, un-En route a glimpse is afforded of

Sincere's, the Pioneer depart-of their designs are original. A are absolutely genuine. They also doubtedly. This section of Hong the whole of the Kowloon Bay, Kong is said to resemble the remote with Lyeemoon Pass in the dis-

porium, you are assured fair prices, mental stere of Hong Kong, is a strong line is jada necklaces in carry large stocks of Jewellery. shopping sections of old Peking, or

It has long been the catch phrase fresh stock, fine quality and faith-store that every tourist should pay many captivating styles which makes Amber, Gold and Silver Ware.

a visit to. They stock everything it difficult for one to make a choice. possibly the "Thieves' Market" of

Eventually the granite wall of in Hong Kong that A-Man is the Shanghai.

the old saying that you can buy the old city of Kowloon will be last word in tailoring, and it is ful service, from the leading To worth stocking and almost perform

Sang Woo is Hong Kong's latest reached, containing the old-time a well-earned reputation. A-Man,bacconists of the Far East.

The stocks of smokers' requisites anything from a pin to a white

elephant in their palatial store.

Born in 1870, like its contemn-jewellers, Thby guaranteed that What has been well described as residence of the official representa- Hing Cheong's shop of gentlemen's

outâtters is situated at 54, Queen's carried in this store are large and one of the most magnificent drives tive of the Emperor of China.

Their roof garden is very well porary, Johnnie Walker, this shop all their goods are genuine and in the world is that by motor ear! There is also a School for the Road Central, and they have a very round the Island. The route fol- Blind, where dainty articles may fine range of the newest seasonable varied, including a fine selection laid out and here if you are daring is still going strong and is now, an carry a complete stock of curios, materials for all wear, and their of Dunhill pipes. They have all the enough you can partake of a most essential keystone In the structure jadasfone, pearls and. diamonds. lowed is from Queen's Road Cen- be purchased. tral, thence into Garden Road, pastį Returning by bus marked cut, fit and workmanship of suits best known brands of American excellent Chinese repast at a very of native business in Hong Kong. They are situated in Pedder Street, Government House and the Botanic "Yaumati" the tourist can alight for all occasions are just right and bacco and cigarettes in stock, and small cost. You also have the Its premises are at 38, Queen's opposite the Hong Kong Hotel. Be

satisfaction of knowing that all the Road Central. Included in its sure you pay them a visit. Gardens, along Caine Road, Bon-in Jordan Road and spend an en- to be A-Man dressed is to possess:

a la carte be duplicated, the handiwork of ham Road, past the University of joyable time in King's Park, where that self-confidence which is born they are also famous for the lines foods are prepared under the most stock are some pieces which cannot Hong Kong, along Pokfulam Road, are laid out football, tennis, and from the knowledge that you are of Manila cigars which they carry. hygiente conditions,

menus all in English for your craftsmen long since departed. Aberdeen Road, and Repulse Bay, bowls grounds for various Clubs well turned out. They are able to

convenience if you want to see All orders for sults within 24 where a stop can be had for re- and institutions.

what you are eating. freshments or the more enjoyable As an alternative a visit may hours. Be sure to call on A-Man,

The best way to find your way, mado to Kowloon Tong, Hing, Cheong for your tailoring

GRACA AND COMPANY. tiffin. Leaving Repulse Bay Hotel be

to this store is just to step fato a the journey is proceeded with to which ties off the main bas and requirements......

Don't forget to visit Mesars, rikishe and tell the puller Stanley Bay, Tytamtuk Reservoir, motor road in Kowloon, namely,!

Komor & Komor's art galleries. Sincee"; this magic word will Collectors of Postage Stamps and Sai Wan Gap and thence to Nathan Road. This is destined-to Shaukiwan. Within a short time be a model settlement and garden

which are open daily from 9 am. bring you right to the door. should, while in Hong Kong, pay a Sincere's are, the departmental visit to Messrs. Graca & Company, Talkoo Dock is reached, and from city combined. and the self-con- Waing Hing is the shop for to 5 p.m. for all art lovers. They store of the East, having branches 10 Wyndham Street, who have a there it is a very short drive back tained houses, each with strip China Ware. If this is what you to the original point of departure. of garden, are a distinct change are after there is no need to hesitare now showing a special range of and agencies in nearly every prin- very fine collection of Stamps, es- Central, are jade specialists on a The entire drive covera e dis-from the row upon row of fats ate: Just call here. They specialise Chinese Art Wares of Messrs. Lcipal city of China. When you visit pecially those of Hong Kong, China large scale. They do both whole- tance of 26 miles, but the scenery which the vehicles pasa in Nathan in Tea and Dinner Services specially Shainiz & Co. Shanghai, that will Shanghai do not fall to see their and Macao of which they have all gate and retail business and their

issues.

goods are of the highest quality for foreign use.

Interest all wholesale buyers...... en route cannot adequately, be and other roads in Kowloon,

a

WEING HING.

KOMOR & KOMOR'S,

store, there

-- TACK LOONG.

Tack Loong, of 39, Queen's Road Central, carries an excellent stock of Jade, Diamonds, Pearls, Amber, Ivory, Gold and Silver Ware. A visit here is worth while.

TACK HING.

Tack, Hing, of 37, Queen's Road

PIONEER SILK STORE

Leading Silk Store for Tourists and Local Business.

Dresses and Suits made within 12 hours time.

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