1938-02-23 — Page 6

THE CHINA MAIL, FEBRUARY 23, 1938

PUBLIC URGED NOT TO

ALHAMBRA GO TO BED TO AVOID

FINAL SHOWINGS TO-DAY

ELECTRIC THRILLS.

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dangerously!

by William Wister Haïnes,

HIGH VOLTAGE LOVE!

Fia trades his best |friand for his

friend's best girl!,

PAT O'BRIEN HENRY FONDA MARGARET LINDSAY STUART ERWIN

♪ FARRELL MACDONALD DICH PANCHE | Jaskyn. Sawyel Craig Reylotus Jovi Luer Lite Woman Onceren by RAY ENKIGHTUMAS

TO-MORROW

Warner Bros.

Picture

Can bor kisses make him forget 7

"TALENT SCOUT"

Donald Wood & The Gold Digger Troupe

MAKE BLACKOUT

NIGHT A PARTY NIGHT

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All listeners are reminded that "Black Out" is to take place on Mon- day evening, commencing at 7 o'clock and ending at 11.

"Black

-AMATEUR

JOCKEY KILLED

London, To-day. Hugh Lloyd Thomas was kill- ed in the Harrington Steeple- His chase at Derby yesterday. neck, was broken when his horse fell at the last obstacle when he was level with the winner.

BLACK-OUT PROBLEMS

His Excellency the Governor and Commander-in-Chief has dir- ected that a "Black Out" exer 3. cise shall take place between the hours of 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. on Monday, February 28th. The whole object of these prac-

tices are to enable the inhabit- 4. ants of this Colony to make ar- rangements

in their homes, offices, and factories, in order that they may carry on with the maximum efficiency and comfort for what may be a prolonged period, should war 5.

occur.

The easy way out-that is swit- ching off light at source and going out to dinner, or dining early and going to bed, is of no value what- soever to either the house-holder or those appointed to look after his safety, the Air Raid Precautions. Committee.

of

This war or state of emergency might last even for a period years and it is obviously quite out of the question to dine out or go to bed early every night during that period.

HOUR'S GRACE

the ground should not be for- gotten.

of

Shutters and jalousies are great value but during the hot weather the question of venti- lation has to be considered. ESSENTIAL FIXTURES Quite a large number of lights without can be switched off

discomfort causing any real

and the candle-power reduced in the essential ones. 'This inci- dentally will also reduce your power bill.

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Lights at the entrances, stair- cases and landings of houses and blocks of flats, also', gar- ages, servants quarters, ternal lights

steps on paths etc. are rather liable, to be. overlooked and can also be con- siderably reduced. The expense of providing these darkening devices should not be very large and as these "Black Outs" will be exercised from time to time will become an essential fixture to the house or flat and can be sold or rented as such. Lights on motor cars etc..

and this governed by Ordinance During the first hour of this ex will be strictly enforced. ercise the public will be free to

NO WARNING" the* experiment with

darkening devices after 8 p.m. Any lights

Finally the A. R. P Committee showing may lead to a visit by wish to impress upon the Public the Police. If the warning given that this individual darkening or- by the Police receives prompt and ganization must be perfected in efficient attention, friendly rela- peace-time. Owing to modern con- and It is therefore the intention

tions will continue. For that small, ditions little or no warning will hope of the Air Raid Precautions Com- alter

for reasons

Therefore best be given of an attack. minority who mittee that residents will not their plans in any way for this par- means extinguishing every light and ticular evening, but will carry out their going to bed, thus taking the easiest known or unknown to themselves it is essential that the Colony be That is line, of resistance. This would defeat completely disregard the orders, efficiently darkened at 12 hours no- pre-arranged programmes.

this police visit will almost cer-tice, and it must be borne in mind to say, if you had intended bringing the object.

Those who have been fortunate tainly not be so friendly and that the carelessness or stupidity a party to the house, you are encour- aged to do so, or if Monday is your enough to attend the course of lec-

large fine may result.

of a few individuals may cause un- will dancing night-dance and take your tures at the China Fleet Club

When considering your darken- told disaster to the Colony. Servants party just the same.

readily appreciate the importance of

the ing devices the following should be course, must be made fully aware of the following instructions and

carrying out of same in a conscientious borne in mind: the significance and importance

who have not 1. these precautions, and made to realise manner, but listeners that in the event of employers' ab- had this advantage will benefit

the simple rules now set before them. sence, adherence to the rules is neces-

It is the earnest hope that the tak- sary.

ing of these precautions will become almost mechanical for if an air raid. 2. attack is made on the Colony, it will be swift and unexpected.

The main purpose of this Out" is to test the efficiency of the darkening of the Colony as well as accustoming the general public in the art of normal living under emergency conditions.

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of

NOT BLACK MONDAY It is particularly desired that the Black 28th will not be regarded as Monday Evening. On the contrary, it is suggested that "Black Out" parties should be encouraged, with a view to testing what can and what cannot be done in the degree of darkness neces- On sary to satisfy the authorities. no account should the 28th be made the excuse for an "early night" which

Sixty years a queɛn... • and every day a woman

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Victoria the Great

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ANTON

NEAGLE • WALBROOK H. B. Warner Walter Hiliz

With many wondrous scenes, in TECHNICOLOR

Produced and HERBERT WILCOX

directed by

GALA PREMIERE

FRIDAY

At the

QUEEN'S

Mr. Thomas was the owner of Royal Mail, winner of last year's Grand National, and intended to ride Royal Mail in this year's Na- tional. Reuter.

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The first and most important step is to ensure that no direct light is visible above the hori- zontal.

When shading external lights the danger of reflection from

FINE GENERALLYTM

Observatory

The Royal

report says that the anti-cyclone continues. to be stationary over China, Japan LIGHT REQUIREMENTS In order that no lights are visible

and the neighbouring seas; it has curtains from outside any dwelling,

own particular "Black Out," with your increased slightly in intensity with must be drawn or shutters closed. If servants in attendance, is strongly re-pressure remaining highest to the these facilities are absent, perhaps commended, so that you may satisfy North of the Yangtse Valley. Fore- in the case of servants' quarters, nak yourself that all is in order for the ast:-NE., winds, fresh; fine gen- ed lights should be suitably shaded and 28th. Don't forget that, if it isn't, you in all cases unnecessary lights ex- may be liable to a fine of up to $1,000. erally. tinguished. Another method to en sure protection which does not involve much money or trouble is to buy cheap Chinese blinds. These can be erected moment's at important points at a notice. Property owners, factory pro- prietors, and office managers should+ apply suitable regulations which will ensure complete darkness to the. ex- terior of their premises.

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If by chance any listeners are driv-} ing in their cars during this period of blackout. sidelights obscured with tissue paper should be used in place, of headlights. Headlights must be fitted with bulbs of not more than 6 C.P. and, obscured · în accordance with the requirements of the Com- missioner "of Police as notified in the Press. A little preparation now will save you a load of trouble on the night of 28th February.

DRESS FEHEARSAL The previous "Black Out” held here last December, was not entirelv a suc- cess, but as this was our first experi-i ment. we must not be disanpointed. and hope that future "Black" Outs” will be one-hundred per cent effective. It is satisfactory to know that this occasion valuable information was caine by the Authorities.

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from Z.B.W. to-morrow at 7.80 ned van are advised to take advantare - listening-fn.

Finally, a dress rehearsal

Coming to the Hong Kong Hotel next Saturday is a trio of the high- est paid artists ever to come to the Far East to present floor shows to hotel patrons. They are Kyra, Roby and Harry, Continental stars who will remain here for only a short season before returning to Europe. They have come to the Far East ei pecially for their Hong Kong Hotel engagement and will not appear elst where. Ranking as one of the best of Europe's star variety turns the trio is more than a mere ballroom- dance act and their popularity in Europe guarantees their talent and sugers well for their reception by local audiences.