1934-04-17 — Page 9

TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 1934.

WATSON'S

EXPERIENCE

GOOD YEAR

$65,000 Net Profit

Shows Progress.

CANTON BRANCH AGAIN

RETURNS LOSS

Directors Congratulated

In spite of a loss on the Can-

Branch. the Lon

accounts of Messrs. A. S. Waison and Com-. pany, Lid.. show a considerable improvement

of last on those

year. With a net profit of $65,902.74, an increase of $37,-) 055.90 over last year. the direc tors felt justified in paying u dividend of 30 cents per share. ~Those present were Mr. D. E. Clark (Chairman), Sir Shou-son Chow Kt, Mr. J. Scott-Harston aud Mr. A. B. Stewart (Directors), Mr. J. A. Tarrant (Secretary), and Mesurs. W. S. Bailey, J. L. Quie, J. E. Jupp. J. F. Grase. F. S.; Stapleton, H.

P. C. Summers, Potts. N. V. A., Croucher, Wongl Kin-troi. Lo Chung-wan, Peter! Wong, and J. M. Wong,

Chairman's Report. Moving the adoption of the re port and accounts the chairman,! said: "The results for the year show B

eunsiderable improvement on the previous year. The balance: of working account being over $90,000, better, with an increased net profit of $37,055.90. Under the

THE CHINA MAIL.

"No More Rackets" BRITAIN'S TRADE To-day's Short Story.

Ralph Capone

"I'm through with all rackets," said Ralph Capone, brother of "Scar face Al" upon his release from the McNell Federal penitentiary on Inland. He is shown above leaving the ferry which brought him from the island to Seattle, Washington. on the mainland, Capone was sen tenced to three years for income tax evasion, but his sentener wes cur several months by his god behavior.

BRITISH LEGION MEETING.

circumstances the Board feel. $14,297 Collected For

·

Earl Haig's Fund.

RECOVERY

Further Increases In Overseas Trade.

SPLENDID POSITION " SHOWN. IN MARCH RETURNS

London. To-day.

A further increased in overseas trade is disclosed in the Board of Trade returns for March.

TRIFLES

7

By Hjalmar Bergman.

"

HE had lain, awake all night. What if he should not come, after t The waves, breaking allt. So much can happen-de- against the solid blocks of the lays; hindrances. Or he might wharf, made a swishing, gur-have changed his mind- gling, spluttery sound. Towards Just don't think. The old man dawn it was calmer Something had stopped his reking and wan- was thrown into the water. The dered off. But the boy was still Imports last month were of the gulls collected, shrieking. A yelling Yodelling they calf 1. value of £61,960,627,

as com-door banged in the draught. Probably he was swinging on the pared with £57,553.979 in Feb-Someone called. Footsteps on bee-saw just under her window. ruary, and £56,351,612 in March the carpeted corridor,, steps, No, he had written that he of last year.

pause, steps, a pause. It is the would come, so he surely would. Exports last month represent-Boots, collecting the shoes of the Oh no, oh no, she knew very well ed £33,068,580 worth of United guests. It must be six o'clock, that he would accept no hindrance. Kingdom manufactured goods,

if he wanted to come. " In five hours, then, in five [coal, and other raw materials,

and £6,631,427 of re-exported hours- merchandise. mainly raw mater Two years and five hours. She ials dealt with by merchant firms. had waited two year and now five

Excluding re-exports, competitive hours were left. She lay gazing never stopped yelling? The board- export figures for the previous at the pale yellow, shining window ing-house was not large. She month, and for March 1983 were curtain. It was best to lie there, knew all the guests. Perhaps new £30,060,461 and £32,550,721. better than getting up. It was people had come by the evening best to lie without thinking, just boat. The little devil, if he knew

pectively.

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In every classification of im. ports of raw materials and ar ticles mainly unmanufactured There was an increase last month over March 1933.

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Who could that boy be, who

TO-MORROW'S STORY

To-morrow's story will be "Ancient Lights," by Alger non Blackwood. . ·

his

The hands of the clock move so slowly, so terribly slowly

It is noteworthy that, owing to waiting. With every breath he how be tormented her with the Enster holidays, there were two was coming nearer; that was all shrill voice. fewer working days last month than she needed to know. They had

a March 1933.

been separated for two yearsi dur- The value of re-exports in Marching those two years they had taken last year was £3,883,020, an increase no notice of each other. For two over March 1933 of £5,618,015, while years they had pretended to be In imports over £4,000,000 is repre, strangers indifferent, not seeing cented by the increased imports of each other, not hearing from one [raw materials, and indicates addi- janother.

tional employment in staple indus- And now remained five hours tries.

scarcely five hours.

Perhaps it would be best, to get The old man was dragging his up after all. She had her boat. rake slowly over the gravelled Why not row over to the station shrill voice of sand back? That would take a child. yodelled. It was a lovely good hour. An object? She could morning. The child must be shrilly ask for letters. No, she did not For the first three months of the voicing hie delight. She smiled adare. No inquiry for letters- current year imports are valued at a little at the boy's shrill tones, al- But she would row there and working, The Aerated The general meeting of the Bri-26,690,789, more than in the cor-most painfully shrill. Now the back, without an object. She Water business there took some tish Legion, Hong Kong Branch, responding period of last year, but ferry-boat's, whistle was heard.

jumped up, slipped on her wrapper It was the signal for departure. and drew aside the curtain. The time to recover from the effects of was held in Mesars, Jardine Mathe they are £9,620,612 less than in the

Next time it would signel arrival. sun was not yet high, ita beans first three months of 1932, the cholera epidemie of the pre-sons' Board Room yesterday. Mr. vious year; and although sales F. C. Hall presided, and there were Exports compared for, the same In less than five hours.

shone through the fir, treas on the It was such pretty things, that neighbouring leland. It must rise were fairly satisfactory, the high also present: Mr. G. R. Suyer Rev. three months show increases,

had separated them, just trifles, higher, much higher, almost to the dating imposed on raw materials, Waldegrave, Mr F. W. James, Mr. pectively, of £5,011,995 and £2,387,- and the adverse, exchange rate, as H. R. Forsyth, Major C. M. Man 333. Increases in exports fall main-small, mean. pathetic bagatelles-zenith. The sky was blue and

and spoiling two lone years of life, two white, between Canton and Hong Kong, ners, Mr. C. E. Terry, Mr. G. B. S.ly under the headings Iron

without any sign if bad were factors, which have contribut Thomson, Mr. H. S. Hills, Mr. H. Steel, non-ferrous metals, woollen years of youth. But she must not weather. The gulls were flying

think about that. not about that-out towards the sea. ed to the unsatisfactory results. M. Cockle (Secretary).

This day must not be clouded. But Prices were increased during the The Chairman, in presenting the care--British Wireless Service.

Quite right, there was the boy she was anxious, so very anxious. on the see-saw, jumping about and year under review, and, given report and accounts for the two favourable conditions: we hope to years ended December 31, stressed

screeching worse than a gull She show better results this year.

had not seen him before. He was

justified in recommending a small dividend. and trust this, and the proposed allocation to Reserve! etc.. will meet with your approval. We regret that our Canton Branch again made a loss on the year's

Stringent Economy,

MERGER WITH EX-ACTIVE SERVICEMEN'S "ASSN.

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forming a Committee to deal ade- AIR VICE-MARSHAL

SCARLETT DIES

In times, such as we are ex-quately with the business of the Le- perlancing, it is very necessary to gion.

Bre

auditors consider it unnecessary.

Paul

Thanks are

Former Head Of R.A.F. In Middle East.

WAR-TIME WING-CAPTAIN

LORD TYRRELL IN a thin child, pale and sickly look-

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Sir John Simon in a telegram to

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GERMANY'S ARMAMENT

INCREASES

Continued from Page 1.

"The allocation of these sums in the budget for this purpose arises from the state of the negotiations in regard to the Disarmament question," "Expenditure for the naval bud-

Tel. 22170.

FLYING

BOATS DELAYED

R.A.F. Planes Due To-morrow.

FLIGHT FROM SINGAPORE

The arrival of the three Super-

pay extra attention to expenditure} The Ex-Active Servicemen's Asso in all directions; and I can assure ciation had been merged with the shareholders that special care of British Legion, and the item of being taken, and will continue to $3,456.32 shown on the income and be exercised, to ensure that costs Expenditure Account was the bal-

reduced to a minimum, Andance transferred from that Associa-j every possible economy affected. tion.

The funds had also been Turning to the Balance Sheet, maintained by the interest received

London, To-day. think there is very litle that calls from the late Sir

The death occurred to-day of Chater's for special mention.

fund, the present working income of Air Vice-Marshal Francis Row- Land And Buildings.

Lord Tyrrell's long and distin-are you yelling so loudly? Won't the Society being derived entirely of the Royal Air Force, at the land Scarlett, C.B., D.S.O., late

you play a little more quietly?" guished career as British Ambas Particulars of Properties. which from that source.

sador in Paris ended yesterday- his mouth. One could see

He stopped, stared and opened had previously been shown in. de-

that The Poppy Day appeal, organised age of 59. — Reuter. Lail, do not now appear.

Our by the parent body in London was Marshal Scarlett became Captain in

Joining the Royal Navy, Alr Vice. He returns to London to-day.

for an instant he made on effort) to understand this unexpected Aerated Water Machinery and Hong Kong and China Branch, reed Wing-Captain in the R.N.A.B.

most successfully carried out by the 1914, and a year later was appoint Lord Tyrrell says,

question from a stranger. Butį Plant shows a considerable in-sulting in $14,297.02 being remitted In 1918 he was Brigadier-General in me to express to you their sincere silence. In the

"His Majesty's Government wish there WAS only a moment of crease, due to the installation to Eari Haig's Fund.

next instant he Canton of a complete water dis due to the many ladies and gentle-

the R.A.F., and in 1919 became Air thanks for your manifold and in-made a bold little grimace and tilling plant. The installation of men, who gave such generous help

Commodore.

valuable services. I should like turned his back to her. this plant was completed late in in this connection.

Appointed Air Vice-Marshul in to add an expression of my own She dressed quickly. She was June last year, and after some

1924, he commanded the constal area gratitude for all the advice and as-really in no hurry, there was minor trouble to commence with the amount of $7,512.11 was expend-fear was Air Officer Commanding me while I have been Secretary of Then she remembered that she estimated

During the period under review from 1924 to 1928, and in the latter sistance which you have afforded to plenty of time, too much time. (get," the note continuce, has been marine Southampten machines of It is now working satisfactorily led on Relief work.

at 290,000,000 Relche the 205th Flying Boat Squadron. Our factories In Hong Kong and this $2,000.00 was donated to the tain, (temporary). Before leaving in maintaining and furthering An-way. The way he was used

nated to in-Chief Air Defence of Great Bri-State. Your constant contribution must put up her hair into the marks. This increased expendi- R.A.F., due here this afternoon, Canton are now equipped with the Poppy Day Funds 1932-3.

to,ture of 50,000,000 is due to the in has been delayed until to-morrow afternoon according to a message inost modern plant and machinery The Chairman then proposed the to take command of the R.A.F. in glo-French relations in deeply ap Or was she too old now? Two creasing cost of systematic

by Squadron Leader Unless, due to unforeseen circum adoption of the statement of sc-manded the fighting area, Air De- men".

the Middle East, in 1929, he com-preciated by your fellow country, years?

vation of the long sinco

obsolete received

C. R. Keary, O. C. at the R.A.F. stances, further expenditure of counts which was seconded by Rev fence of Great Britain.

ro And if he didn't come, she must units of the German fleet, the any importance should not be

Lord Tyrrell replied.

remember that there could be placement of which, partly on the Base at Kal Tak

"The machines, which should Waldegrave and carried, unanimous- necessary for some years.

ground of the security of crew, have left Illcos Sur this morning, "I deeply appreciate the generous hindrances, unexpected delays. Diessage from His Majesty's Govern She threw on a shawl and ran can no longer be postponed.

turned back owing to heavy, winds, ment and beg you to accept for your down the stairs. The air

and will not take off until to- FAREWELL PARADE self and to convey to your colleagues cold, but she would get warm row-

morrow morning," said Squadron my gratitude for their appreciation ing. She intended to row right Vice President:-Col. G. K. Hall FOR LT.-COL. RAIKES. of my services, I very much regret over to the island, where the sun

Leader Keary to the China. Mail this afternoon. the decision, imposed upon me by hung among the pines. She ran my health, to sever my official relato the landing stage, and knelt tions with you, which always aimed down to open the lock on the boat at the continuation and promotion chain.

Stocks and Sundry Stores taken together are down $18,000, odd. In

Uy.

The following officers were elected previous Balance Sheets these have to serve during the ensuing year:

President:-Mr. F. C. Hall.

been shown separately. On the suggestion of our auditors they now appear in one item.

30 Cents Dividend.

Brutton.

Committee:-Mr. G. II. Sayer,

in 1931..

He retired

I now propose that the Report Mr. E. J. R. Mitchell, Mr. F. W. O.C. Leaving For Home

and Statement of Accounts,

James. Mr. II. R. Forsyth, Mr. H.

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3. Hills, Mr. A. C. Wilsox, Mr. G.

On Saturday. presented, be adopted and that the G. N. Tinson, and Major C. N. INSTRUCTOR AT SHEERNESS

allocation of profits, as

recom-

mended be passed, as follows:

To pay a Dividend of 30

Manners.

Secretaries & Treasurers:- Thomson & Co., at a remuneration ........$45,000,00 of $300 per annum.

25,000.00

·centa por share which will absorb

Place to Reserve Fund Write off Building Improve.

menta

Transfer to Chinese Staff

Superannuation Fund

And carry forward to next

account

.

WIN

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"The budget of the Air Min-* istry cannot be regarded nu, an armament budget, It consists of a budget for air transport and a budget for air protec!: --

The three machines, under the tion.

command of Group-Captain 8. W. "The estimated expanses for air Smith, left Singapore on April 2, transport amount to 160,000,000;

are so vital to the maintenance of boy was beside her, bending over. Reichsmarks for the previous in Mantis on Monday, April 8, and of Anglo-French relations, which She heard heavy breathing. The Reichsmarks as against 77,000,000 and have visited Borneo and the Philippine Islands. They arrived

left, on the peace of the world."-British hands on knees. She could see the year.

Sunday last for Salom- A farewell parade took place this Wireless Service:

veins on his forehead through his; **The increase is due to the fague and filcos Sur, morning on the Murray Parade

pale yellow skin.

replacement of obsolete aeroplane There are thirteen, men aboard Ground fn honour of Lieut. Col. G.j

“Are you going out rowing?" be material of the privats German air the three machines, and one of the asked. His voice was unpleasant transport company, Lufthansa objects of the triple to enable A meeting of various Chinese T. Raikes, D.3.0., O.C., who is leav 7,060.07

|ly shrill "Then I'll come with which, as in other countries, re: Group-Captain Smith to Inspect hotel proprietors was held recently, ing for England on Saturday to take

you."

ceives Government subsidies to the the R. A. F. Base here.. 5,000.00 at the Chinese T.M.C.A., French up his new duties as instructor of

She could not help taking an expenses necessary for increased Concession, Shanghet, when they the Senior Omoers' School, Sheer

svorion to this arrogant," shrill, security in the air, and, for the in-

IMMUNISATION OF YELLOW FEVER

Years Of Work

92,547.20 decided to launch a campaign for There were on parade Major R. G. Discovery After Eight voiced little homunculus. It had stallation of lighting and wireless

$176,207.33 $200,000 for the purchase of acre-

planes for the Government Air Lochner, M.C., Major P. Gottwaltz, Force..

MC, Capt. A. D. Smeathern, Capt

been so peacefull in the boarding-direction-finding, syslems, owing to tima only in ita Arat stage. |bease hitherto, only quiet, gentle winter operation and night flying on "A newly-developed organisation. Pasadena, California, poople, And just to-day cams this long distance Boes, and to the deve-is devoted to the protection of the Dr. George E. Vincent, former little stranger to disturb the peace, topment of overses air transport and civil population againit air attack.

the

Rockefeller She Jumped into the boat. When of scientific investigation in the Its activity consists of the erection

Directors Congratulated;

V; J. F. Popham, Capt. N. R. G. In seconding the adoption of the report and accounts Mr. W. 8. the Hon. Sir Sbou-son Chow, Kt., Tucker, Capt. H. M. Jordan, Capt. Hailey congratulated the directors and Mr. A.B. Stewart was carried C. P. G. de Winton and several sub President of on their able management of the on the motion of Mr. D. E. Clark, alterns, the Battalion's Fife and Foundation, has announced the disha tried to scramble after, she sphere of air transport generally. of gas-proof cellars, the develop business during the past year, and reconded by Mr. P. C. Potts. Drum Band attending.

covery of the secret of yellow fever gave him a by no means' gentle "The estimates for air protectionment of a fire extinguishing system, expressed his conddence in their The retiring auditors, Mr. C. Brevet Lieut. Col, A. E. Williams Immunisation. after eight years of push. He puckered up his face as amount of 60,000,000 Reichsmarks the training of special squads for ability to continue on the sams Bernard Brown, A.C.A., and Mr. S. 1,5.0., M.C., who has been appoint research work, during which several though he were going to cry "In last year's budget, only 18 warnings, technical repairs, and the linen during the coming year. T. Butlin, AC.A., were re-elected ed to succeed Lieut. Col. Ralken, will lives, were given to the cause, thought better of it and gave out 000,000 Reichsmarks, were provided rendering harmless ... of...," polsonous.

for this purpose since the arginius gases, and other similar measures, The re-election of the retiring on the motion of Mr. J. E. Jupp, leave England for the Colony on He did not describe the method of an ex-splitting yodel

J. Bcott-Haraton, seconded by Mr. T. W. Stapleton, May 12 directors, Mr

sation of air protection was at that-British/Wireless Service).

immunisation,--Reuter, “

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