1952-07-05 — Page 1

CORRECT on all occasions

VULCAIN

SWISS MADE

COMMENT OF THE DAYS

Modernising

CHINA

No. 35246

MOY

MAIL

Price 30 Cents'

Established `3 845 ·

SATURDAY, JULY 5, 1952.

KOMET

THE SHALL

* CALCULATING

MACHINE

Only HKSITE

Hongkong Typewriter Exchange 9 D'Agullar (St.

Tol: 21433

Sirry Pasha Plans New Middle E. Defence

Kai Tak Anglo-Egyptian Talks Stabbed To

TONGKONG has more)

H than a passing interest

In the projected Landon conference on the medernising of colonlu air- porta, announced this week, and it in satisfactory to learn that the Colony 'has! been invited to send repre- sentatives to the discussions, The presence of well- informed spokesmen at these parleys in essential in view of the high position of importance which Kai Tak! airfield has, qlready gained for itself as 3 terminal and

MEETING WITH

DIPLOMATS

NEXT WEEK

Alexandria, July 4.

Egypt's new Prime Minister, Hussein Sirry

transitory airport for all Pasha, is planning early talks with the British the major International air Embassy for the settlement of the Anglo- lines, Urgency to the Egyptian dispute, usually well informed Egyptian Ing and modernising Kai political circles said here tonight.

whole question of develop-

Tak has been given

weak by the revelation that

this Sirry Pasha is expected to receive Mr J. the BOAC Comet jet air Creswell, the British Minister in charge of the Uner must by-pass Hong- Embassy in the absence of the Ambassador, Sir kong in the course of It Ralph Stevenson, and the American Ambassador, proving flight between London and Tokyo. The Mr Jefferson Caffery, next week.

anything but consoling Although the visits are officially described as

situation thus created 18

that while Britain can lend customary courtesy calls" paid to the

new Prime

the world in providing re-Minister, who is also Foreign Minister, these sources gularly scheduled jet plane believe that Sirry Pasha will take the opportunity to passenger services, Hong-review Egypt's position towards Britain, and the kong has to watch Western Powers' proposals for a Middle East Defence Comets use landing fields Command.

the

in the Philippines other nearby countries cause Kai quate,

and be-

Tak is inade

E are not holding Govern

ment

to

blame.

An

elaborate four-phase scheme for making Kal Tok

Sirry Pasho, in his letter to King Farouk outlining his Government's programme, sald

that he would make

relentless

An album picture, of the wartime secret ser- vice

agent, 37-year-old Mrs Christine Granville, who was found stabbed to death in a London

GIANT NEW hotel, taken when she

Leaving US LINER ........

efforts to achieve the country's national

dspirations, the final word to Parliament"

capablo of handling jet A British Embassy spokes AVERAGES

planes and Stratocruisera man said tonight, "The British has bech in the course of side, expects the new Egyptian devolopment for some time Prime Minister to make the

past and stendy progress first move towards the resump

bas been made, Behind lien of Anglo-Egyptlan tolka" this major undertaking, Mohamed Hashem Pasha, son-in-

however, lurks the spectre Premier Strry Pasha's of henvy expenditure. In

the law end the Minister of winding

up

the Budget Interior, debate last March, the

34 KNOTS

Aboard the ss United

States, July 4,

The United States liner

is also expected to made an average speed of

establish offcial contacts with 34.11 knots on its first day' out from New York (the Blue Riband run of the Bri tish liner Queen Mary on the first day was 31.13 knots). The 53,000-ton new American liner, is not out officially for the Blue Riband on this maiden voyage, but many passengers

Hon. Colonial Secretary ex- Sudanese leaders. pressed the hope that HM

Early in 1950 Hashem Pasha Government would be will- ing to transfer tho £3 made an unofficial icur of the million grant for the once-Sudan where he held a series projected Deep Bay airport of talks. to help finance Kai Tak de- velopment. Manifestly, how ever, three-million pounds could only go a small way towards meeting the total,

London expenditure. Our

that correspondent reports

Mahdi

think that sho-ls trying.

The Queen Mary won

was driving through Ger- many in 1945. She had

adventurous an

career during the wor, and afterwards became a Bri- Lish subject although Polish by birth,” ~A man ? has been charged with the murder, — Lundon Express

Typhoon Heading For H.K.

Death

Republican Party Split HOOVER STEPS IN AS PEACEMAKER

Chicago, July 4-

Command

BRITAIN, U.S., EAGER

TO SET UP SKELETON STRUCTURE

London; July 4.

British Press reports today claimed that Bri- tain and the United States were already discus- sing the possibility of setting up “soon" a skeleton Middle East defence command structure at Cyprus.

This would mean going ahead with the pro- jected four-power pact without waiting for the adherence of Egypt but the way would be left open for her to come in if she decided to do so..

But hesitation is still strong on both the British and Américan side despite eagerness to close the defence gap in the strategically exposed Middle Eastern region,

Omcials argued that such aherald a change of, policy, and course which was discussed that they are at best only a last week between the Foreign modification of tactics which Secretary, Mr Anthony Eden, may require a strong concentra- and the United States Secretary tion of Westem diplomacy once

of State, Mr Dean Acheson again in Europe.

was theoretically feasible but in It would prove difficult practice if it had to be done in the face of cutright Egypten opposition.

Other Middle Eastern States

considered here to be

kerested

ต the idea, but so long an Egypt remains opposed, they are not held likely to break the

front.

Arab

LATEST TRENDS

These trends

emerged after a week marked by the follow- ing events in Europe's and the International scene: 1-New tension

caused

the

to Britain of the Turkish Prime of com pectaculor

change

in Berlin sed by Russian intrusion in American sector.

The The postponement of the visit

Government in Cairo,

decision. to include a Minister and the Foreign Minis Beton in General Mark Clark's ter, due to Mr Eden's Miness. Command of United Nations also appears to delay immediate forces in Korea. plans or

a Middle Eastern' de-

fence set-up of which "TurkEY. ITEM

(nt among the Big-

and Red

Powera on a no Mr Herbert Hoover, only living former Pre-to be a founder party.

polity toward Rafsall sident of America, entered the fight today over. Finally, the Anglo-American Chinting at

NO DRASTIC MOVES

Chins regarding Indo- disputed Republican Convention delegates whom now over the Mediterranean

by Britain of the General Dwight Eisenhower and Senator Robert command has yet to be resolved ban on war material exports to and there are no indications that Spain: as: a result of a change A. Taft are battling to seat,

Mr Eden and Mr Acheson made of policy towards that country. considerable

their 6-Acceleration of the elec- ble progress. in talks Jagt Week

tlon 'campaign in the United The Biddle Eastern Bituation States.--United Press. thus

7

Republican leaders, in their National Committee, heard a telegram from Mr Hoover urging them to try to reach "an amicable and equitable settlement" on the

Texas issue. They were just beginning to discuss 88 sh is in the view of Bri-

contested Texas delegates,

-

~ the NO.-1-SIGNAL UP/review the whole.altuation better quality,"

many

the

diplomats, Uttle prospect for Immedinte "drastic moves

the

though pressure was expected to incrence for some carly action to initiate defence measures,

It tie

ties In largely with overall picture

stre of Western diplomacy which remains pro- occupied at present with develop- ments in Korea and Moscow.

дв

moves

MORE HOUSES

FOR BRITONS

Mr Hoover disclosed he had member nations to give the tried two weeks ago to pour United States more help in some all" in the stormy watere battling Communism in Korea, of the dispute with a proposal. They also predicted the plank He conferred with Yehia Nour

that a 'small group of eminent will promise military aid to

London, July 4. men representing both sides" freedom loving nations abroad, Bey, the Egyptian Government

Housing return's published and economic ald too, but of representative in the Sudan,

The latest top-level consulta- today show that the number of The campaign manager

in who returned to Cairo

drom trophy for the fastest crossing in

General Eisenhower, Senator

BULLES CONFERS Lions in London reflected a de- permanent houses completed Khatoum last night,

August 1938 when she covered The typhoon "Emma", Henry Cabot Lodge, of Massa- Mr Dulles, former Senator are on the part of United Na-Great Britain in the first five

months of this year was 90,498. the 2,038 miles between Ambrose which struck the southern chusetts did not accept the from New York and until re- tions members for an all-out

The total number of, houses According to usually well-tight in New York Harbour and

islanda and idea, Mr Hoover sald, although ceatly Republican consultant to effort to persevere in the nego more allocations than ever informed sources, Yehla Nour Bishop Rock, off England's coast, Philippine

renewed it a few days later. casualties

the State Department, has contiations with the Communists for completed under the postwar are to be made this year was asked by Sayed Sir Abdel in three days, 20 hours and 42 caused

"Despite my partial failure, ferred with Pasha, minutes, at an average speed of and much destruction, has the crux of all this is the Texas and General Elsenhower,

both Senator Taftan armistice and to avoid as far programme is now 1,203,093

1,100,847 "permanent and 137,148 from the Colonial Welfare Rahman cl

possible irrevocable

| temporary.

• that the Re- and Development funds for Sudanese religious leader and The United States covered ces apparently changed course delegation, and

Following Mt Hoover's op- and actions. National Committee peal, Senator - Taft formally The West's decision to meet

New houses built in Scotland. improving colonial airports, sponsor of the pro-independence miles in the first 20 hours and and at present is heading publican

could well review that situation offered to settle the Texas de- the Soviets ut. the conference under the postwar programme and surely Hongkong, rating Umina Party, to sound of 24 minutes,

after passing the towards the Colony,

in the thought of arriving at an

an legates dispute the terms of table some time this year may now stands at 168,705, of which as a vitni áir link between Premier Sirry Pasha's attitude Ambrose

6.36 pm. Light, at

The No. 1 typhoon wárn- amicable and equitable settle-a split of 22 votes for him to 16 give an indication of Russia's 124,520 are permanent, the West and the East towards the recent talks held in GMT yesterday.

real intentions but the best Houses completed in the Arst - merits special consideration Alexandria between representa-

She thus covered

11 miles ing sigrial was hoisted by ment. I hope you may see your for General Elsonhower. Seno available opinion is that the Ave months of this year In. Scoté · when these montes are betives of the late Goverment more in the first 20 hours and the Royal Observatory at way clear to do so and thereby tor Lodge rejected the offer.

end this confusion so detriment- 24 minutes than the Queen Mary 5,80 this morning when in-of to the election." ing allocated.

and the Mahdi-Reuter.

did with her 685 miles on her

His message was rend to first day's run of 22 hours information indicated that the 1938.

about suddenly hushed assembly of tropical storm was

The National Committee, meet-1 The American ship today 320 miles southeast of glided through calm Eut fine spray, whipped up by Hongkong, moving north-ng at the Conrad Hilton Hotel..

TO TOKYO

the choice of experienced travelers is Pan American— the world's most experienced Fairline

• Pan American affers you far more experience than any other international airline. And in the air espe cially, experience makes a difference! You notice it In the calm, enfboth efficiency of every Clipper. crew... in the way your every need is anticipated. Next time buginess or pleasure takes you to Tokyo, go by Flying Elipper. The big enging Clippers fly you there willy, comfortably. You enjoy Pan American's exclusive Sleeperatte Service at no

- extra chargol Three flights weekly.

·Forʻreservations to Tokyo ór, anywhere in the world,

Felt your Travel Agent or Edinburgh House, Phones A1839, hi030 Peninsula Hotel, Phones 47505, 67670, 07624

Horig Kona.

•Trade Marko, Pun dimerian World Aranya, Dak

PAN AMERICAN

WORLD'S MOST EXPERIENCED. ALI

Inoeperated in the Man of New York, U. & A with timini Kiskity

31,60 knots.

waters

her speed and the wind, cover ed the port side weather deck, Her speed during the run was

west or north-northwest at some 15 knots."

not disclosed but experienced The Royal Observatory said passengers guessed that it was this morning that information high,

about the typhoon was scanty, "Comumodore

Harry Manning but the following forecast was has maintained that his orders made for today: are to "observe the schedule" which would bring the United States into Le Havre at 4 a.m. on Tuesday.

Το

the Blue Riband

+

on

Mr Jack Porter, head of the Kremlin's latest moves do pro-Elsenhower, Texas delega- tion, teld. reporters that while his group would confer with the rival Taft delegation, "wo have ro intention of compromising this matter."

Senator Taft made his bld

in letter to Mr Guy Gabrielson, Chalman of the Republican National Committee.--Reuter.

TAFT'S CONTROL Meanwhile, the supporters of General Elsenhower for the Re-a Publican Presidential nomination were: in a state of high indigna- tion over his rival's continued control of the pre-Convention mechinery.

Senator Talt demonstrated again control that iron-clad yesterday when he won stin more contested delegates to his The Republican National Committee ruled that 13 of the, disputed delegates in Louisiana belonged to the Taft camp, and hour at the British Food Fair at to the General's. It gave Olympia today and saw what

Fresh, squally easterly winds, gradually increasing and reach ing gale force at times later. Fair, but cloud increasing and side. Beize the Atlantic record-she must showers developing. pass Bishop Rock, off the Scilly istes. before 3.18 a.m. GMT on Monday Mary's time hours and 42 minutes-Reuter,

to

QUEEN AT

FAIR

FOOD

London, Tully 4. Elizabeth Queens

opent

дп

me of three days, 20 Troops Prepare all of Mississippi's five votes to the average man and woman in

15 Hurt In Bus

Collision

For Election

the Senator and handed one Britain will be eating in the com- which was in dispute in Missouri ing year in antioned and un- to the

rationed foods, Generol, Tho result was that Senator .They

4

Mexice City, July 4. Taft climbed above the 500 mark Sderly interested |

tex.

and housewiv About 45,000 troops and the in the number of delegate votes will be able to eat their way. antire Police force. were con- be would have when the Conven- round Olympia for the next fined to barracks here, tonight tion opened to $14 for General fortnight, when thousands of In preparation for a tenso | Eisenhower 004 are required.

free samples wat given away week-end climaxed with Sun- Most of

of the planks for the by exhibitory. London, July 4.

con- day's presidential and

new Republican

platform were

They were particulat interested Fifteen passengers were taken greasional -election. „

roughed out today but party in a combined teapot and hot. hospital after two busca

The troops and Police will leaders hoped to polish this up water jug invented to sava collided heation in Kensington, patrol the streets in small de before display.

The tea is placed in the fora pubile London.

tachments on polling day; The buses were locked in ♪

otherwise, they will leave bar. Colerador Eugeno D. Millikin of pet and water poured into

platform "chairman, inner container from which it collision, the driving cabine

Tacks only

in groups of 50 to told reporters he now has re-cops through to the ten were shaliermi and both drivers.

Housewives on Saturday can ports tipin six of the eleven start. off with a fruit drink, {vato who were unhurt, had to scrom- A clear-cut presidential vic- sub-committees working d

out through

emergency tory for Bignor Adolfo Ruiz separate planks.

then try one of the now celory windows

Smater Millikin, Mr John and cheese spread madwiches, Cortines of the Government One of the busca is thought to Parts is confidently expected Foster Dulles and Mr. Lawrence go on from there to a sausage

a few have swerved to avoid a little following the most plain speak Huding Wellard worked for on stick, walk

Zew yarda girl who stopped off, the pave-lug election campaign

In the hours last, right, on the major further on and have Welsh nation's history. A foreign policy section. They ardhit made from new, ready- About 30 people were treated If elected, Bigier Corijace did not disclose detans but to mix cheese powder, Inlah off in nearby shops for cuts and would succeed President Miguel other Committemen forecast with jelly theringia made from grakes caused by flying glass Alomkn, for the next six years chanda placian of the United meringue powder and, follow up

Nauble falling to direct with a cup $2 con Reuter Router.

bio

mont

not land totalled 10.130. Reuter,

It's the

GIN

that

counts

BOORD'S