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THE

"APOLLO ”

MAKES MUSICIANS. OF US ALL.

IT

EASY.

OUNG AND OLD CAN PLAY THE NOBLEST SCORE WITH THE FINISII

AND EXPRESSION OF A MASTER.

HOME IDEAS OF CHINESE

REFORM.

THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8TH, 1904.

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JOINT STOCK SHARES.

issue, are procurable at $132, and the new issue | at $13. Ieas are in the market at $250. und Tramways at 3800, Steam Waterboats have Messrs. Vernon & Stayth say in their wookly heen booked at $23 and 82, and more shures staro report, dated Hongkong, 7th October are wanted at the letter quotation. Campbell 1904-During the past week a fair general Moores are in repeat at 10 and China Provid business, mostly at gradually impwing rates,ents at 293. Alhambra Tobaceos hare dropped

as again been transacted, whilst in China to Su sollers. Sugars and Indos a furtlior substantialadvarice has been established, the market closing howary yearly mosting on the 20th inst.: trafor MEMOS:Union Insurancs Society's ordin- rer for both the stocks somewhat easier, and books close from the 10th to 20th inst. juslųsi re at slightly lower than the highest cales Canton Insurance Office ordinary yearly meet- ing on the 21st inst. Transfer books close BANKS--Hongkong and Shanghai havy to-day uufil 21 just. gain been booked at $550 and close in demund this figure. London is unchangel at £67. Nationals are now procurable at $99 after und sales at 805 and $10.

realized,

MARINE INSURANCES.--Uxions have im- proved to 56'0, at which rate shares are still in inquest Chin Traders are still in the market

61, North Chinos have advanced to Tls. 75. and Yangiszen to $145, both clesing in request. Canton have fyen booked at 8257! and $260, no shares being now obtainable under $265,

FIRE INSURANCES. - Hongkongs have been booked at the improvel rate of St. Chinas have again changed ownership at $87. and more shares are wanted

Loug experienes has made the Western nations justifiably sceptical as to the sincerity of the Imperial Edicts which from time to time profess to check the Administrative abuses with which the Colestial Kingdom is honeycombed The test proclamatious of the Dowager. Empress embody a real change of policy. Not IT IS A SPLENDID ACCOMPANIST only lus clemency boon extended to the survivors of the 1898 Reformiers. it some af the riclust sincecures in the Empiro have been abolished, MAKES ENTERTAINING VERY Not only has economy been inculcated, but a storn rabnike has been administered to those offi- cials who have failed to carry out the Imperia commands in this respect. And the Empress has given practical proof of her determination by refusing the rich, gifts which had beon pre- Pared for her birthday festivities and by directing that they should be doroter instead to the betterment of the people at large. In that land of universal nake-believe it is not,

SHIPPING. - Hongkong. Canton and Macsos strange that high-sounding santinents should are somewhat firmer at $29 buyers, but shares; be accepted at a good deal below their face are procurable at 8 Indo-Chinas sold t rapidly advancing ratos up to $133 cash and ade; and when these edicts were first pro-8136 December. But have since reacted to $331 mulgated foreigners and Chinese alike regarded cash, at which a few cloves are said to be pre- AND IS SOLD AT A REASONABLE them as so much solemn comedy-But the curable. The closing quotation in Shanghai

Douglases are firmer ¦ editors of the native Press, and many of the is wired at Tls. 93 cash.

with, sales and further buyers at 82. China and highest officials throughout the, lund, are now

Manilas and Star Parries aro nuchanged with convinced that the force old lady is in earnest, sellers at quotations. Shell Transports, are on There is constoraation among the Court. para offer at 25/-. sites, and alarm among the hiemrely that livestrong demand rose rapidly to 24 cush, and REFINERIES.-Chùm Sugars opening in by "querze. Whether ovon the Express can $250 and $250 Doromber, hut have since react- remedy by a stroke of the pen the cngrained est, and loss with sales and probable sellers at habits of renturies is another matter; and the 8243 cash and $248 December. Luzona can be depths of her mind are unfathomable. But if, placed to a small extent at $6. us is believed, she is really contemplating retiremout, and is smoothing the path of reform for the Emperor, we may yet bire to see the inauguration of the régime so rudely inter rupted by the comp d'état of six years ago... Alube.

IT

IS

PRICE

THOROUGHLY RELIABLE

EITHER FOR

Cash

OR....

PURCHASE

Hire

URCHASE FROM

$385.

THE APOLLO MASTER

PIANO PLAYER.

DAILY RECITALS,

THE

CHINESE ENGINEERING AND

MINING COMPANY, LD,

MINING-Ranbe have been, placed and are still enquired for at $6.

Docks, WHARY, AND GODOWN- Hong- long and Whampoa ara firmer with sales and harves have again been hooked at Stand buyers at $25. Hongkong and Kurloon

continuo in request. Now Amoy Docks pre neglected at 827) sellets, Farnham Boyds after total sales at Tls, 181 and Tls, 19 have reeaded to Tls. 176 with probable sellers,

LANDS, HOTELS AND BUILDINGS. --Hong- kong Lands have steadily declined ad now procurable at $1491. Kowloon Lunds "Figge been hanked at $39. West Points are easier with sellers at $60. Haplneys Estates are in co- guest at $125 (old) aml 85 (new). Shanghai Tauds can be disposed of locally at The 112, Hongkong Hotels have been Inoked at $136 and $137, closing steady at the latter rate.

COTTON MILLS.--Unchanged and without

business.

The report for the year ended February 9th states that the profit and loss account, after providing for interest on the debenture issue. the sum of £10,000 attributable to the year in rospect of the redemption of debentures, and the expenses of administration in Europe

MISCELLANEOUS-From Island Cements showan balance of £107,502, including: £2,119 | continue in request, ut $1, and Chinn Borneos brought forward. Out of this'sum, £1,582 has at $11. A. S. Watsons (orlimaries) es the new been written off preliminary expenses, thus closing that account, and £20,00 has been transferred to the reserve for depreciation account. leaving an available balance of £82,820. The board popose that a glividend bes déclared of 7 per cent. on the share capi al, which will 12150 absorb £75,000, leaving a balance of £7,820 to

ROBINSON PIANO CO. LD.

Hongkong 24th August, 1904.

DAVID CORSAB

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MERCHANT NAVY NAVY BOILED LONG FLAX

RELIANCE CROWN TARPAULING

& BON'S

be envried forward, subject ta provision being made for income-tax. The sales of onl showed a satisfactory increase over those of the provions year hoth in tonnage and value, and CANVAS the board are pleased to be able to state that the sales from February last down to the present time show a further increase in both respects.

ARNHOLD, KARBERG & CO..

Sobe Agents.

ROWLAND'S ODONTO

WHITENS THE TEETH.

SWEETENS THE BREAT

PREVENTS DECAY

SOLD BY STORES AND CHEMISTS

EDWARDS'

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FOR THE

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IN HOT GLIM! ES

where a good antiseptic p.is often mere a necessity thar Juxury,

CALVERT'S

20 per cent

Carbolic Soap

has a ready sale, on account of its refreshing qudities, and the prater- tion its use gives against mosquito bites. It contains 20% Crystal Cat- belic, and is useful for insect bites or stings, ringworm, itch, &c.

Calvert's Disinfecting Powder

is au contend to contain es? Carbolic and an in cheap to use as is need only be lightly sprinkled to destroy noxious and unpleas eur doors and prevent the approach of juletion

b. 1 lb, and at this.

F. C. CALVERT & Co, Manchester,

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as SOFT as VELVET

BEETHAM'S

2380-2

Removes all K ROUGHNESS, REDNESS, HEAT.? IRRITATION, TAN, and KEEPS THE SKIN SOFT, SMOOTH, and WHITE ALL THE YEAR ROUND. Defightfalle COOLING & REFRESHING

during the suLITIES Batsle

1/, 1/9, and 26cach.

Larola

M. BEETHAM & SON, Cheltenham.

1925

For Cultured Smokers

Quo Vadis

CIGARETTES

Made from the Finest Turkish Leaf obtainable, Pecked in Patent Vacuum Tins specially prepared for Export, assuring freshness and condition for any time.

Obtainable from LANE, RAWFORD &Co., Ltd., Hong Kong.

ELEY & WALSH, Led.,

Manufacturors: ARDATH TOBACCO CO., WORSHIP ST., LONDON, E.G.

THE

CIGARETTES FUTURE.

1422-3

OF THE

ONCE SMOKED ALWAYS SMOKED.

E. D. PROTOPAPAS & CO.

す

ALEXANDRIA & CAIRO, EGYPT.

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LOTUS,

Large Size 35,00 per 168

Gold Tipps Median Size

1615]

$3.75 per 10

ZAFAR,

Large Size 54 60 per 100

Modum Size $4.20

TRADE MARK.

SOL" GENTS FOR HOJGKONG

KARIM,

Largo Size $3.75 par 100

Medium Size 38.50

THADIT

Largs Size $3.00 per 100 Medium $2.75 por 100

KRUSE & (()), CONNAUGHT HOUSE.

ARNHOLD. KARBERG

CLARKE'S B 41 PILLS are warranted to cure in either sex, all acquired or constitutional from the Discharges Urinary Organs, Gravel, and Pains in the Back. Fro from Mayenry. Hetablished, upwards of 301 Sohl by all Chemists and Patent | Meine Vendors throughout the Work. Proprietors. THE LINCOLN AND MIDLAND COUNTIES DRUG COMPANY. Lincoln, England JOHN

vegrs.

ON SALE.

DOUND VOLUMES of the HONGKONG

WEEKLY PRESS, JULY to DECEMBER 1903. With INDEX. Price $7.50.

On sale at the Hongkong Daily Press Office. Hongkong 25th March, 1904

HAIR

THE GREAT HAIR PRODUCER AND RESTORER.

The Finest Dressing. Specially Prepared and Delicately Perfumed.

and a Necessity to every Modern Toilet.

"HARLENE” produces Luxuriant Hair. Prevents it Falling Off and Turning Grey. Unequalled for Promoting the Growth of the Beard and Moustache. The World-Kenowned Remedy for Baldness. For Preserving, Strengthening, and Rendering the Hair Beautifully Soft; for Removing Scarf, Dandruff, &c.; also for Restoring Grey Hair to its Original Colour.

ROYAL TESTIMONY.

"Monsieur Philosophow is commanded by | H.R.H. PRINCESS MARIE of GREECE

HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN

OF GREECE

to forward-cheque for the six bottles of 'Harlene' duly received."

H.SH. THE GRAND DUCHESS OF MECKLENBURG-SCHWERIN "Requests large bottle "Harleng' for the Hair sent at once."

̈writes: -*Messrs. Edwards Preparation; "Harlene' for the Hair, has given entire satisfaction. H.R.H. wishes six more bottles of Harlene' sent as soon FLS possible."

H.I.H. THE GRAND DUCHESS

GEORGE OF RUSSIA writes: "Please send al once six bottles of Harlene,' the same as formerly sent H.1.H. when still Princess Maric of Greece."

...

Mrs. LANGTRY, the Charming Actress Manager, sorites :—

"Previous to my using 'HARLENE,'” my hair had become brittle, and was falling. off. I have used your "reparation daily for 18 months, and my hair is grite restored. I cannot recommend 'Harlene' too highly."

frilly

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EDWARDS' “HARLENE" CO., 95 & 96, High Holborn, London.

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Hongkong, 1st October, 1994.

& CO.

LARGE STOCK

OF

LIGHT RAILWAY

MATERIAL

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ROBERTS & COMPANY, LTD.

BILLIARD TABLE MAKERS.

BOMBAY.

Undertake to Supply a First-class full sized Billiard Table, desigu No. 1, to following Spesilien- tion, viz: on Eight Massive turned Legs, raised penols to Kusms, Carved Brackets, Screwed Mouldings, double bolted, best Welsh Slate Boil, extra heavy solid unshion rails fitted with our now low set Express Cushions, patent invisible Pooket Plates, host Whipoord Pockets, Six Chaik Cups, Superfine West of England Cloth, and patent adjusting toes with ever for forelling complete with the following accessories :→→

32 Selected Ash Cues

1 Batt Rest with Patent Brass Head,

1 Billiard Rest with Patent Brass Head.

1 Long Batt.

.1 Mid Butt

1 Billiard Marking Board.

I Dust Cover for Table.

Straightedge and Circle.

1 Best Spirit Level.

1 Smoothing Iron with Sloe.

nott.

Wall Cue Rack.

1. Will Bait Rack,

1 Set Billiard Rules, Framed.

1 Best Billiard Brush.

1 Sot "Crystallo" or "Bonzoline Bild. Balls.

1 Box Best Cue Tips, Assorted.

Uus Tip Fastena with File.

f Bottle Que Coment.-

1 Box Silk Spots.

*Dozen Best White Chalk.

Packed and delivered fror on Board Hongkong or Shanghai Harbour for the same of Ps. 1,4000

Illustrated price lists giving prices and particulars of ovarything pertaining to billiards can be had on application from the Offices of this paper;

Hongkong, 1st April 1904

RIP

HEAD BACK LEGS

ACHE

Ache all over. Throat sore, Eyes and Nose ruming, slight cough with chills; this is La Grippe.

Painkiller

taken in hot water, sweetened, before go ing to bed, will break it up if taken in time. There is only one Painkiller, "PERRY DAVIS'."

MITSU BISHI DOUKYARD

AND ENGINE WORKS, NAGASAKI.

CODE WORD. “DOCK" NAGASAKL A.), À B.C., Ecotts' and Engineering Codes Used.

DOCK No. 1 (at TATEGAML)* - ******** Extreme Longth...

529 feet,

--

rke

Length on Blocks

Width of Extrance on Top

513 89

*

Width of Entrance on Bottom, -77 Water on Blocks at Spring Tide 26..

·DOCK No, 2 at MUKALJIMA.) Extreme Length.......

Length on Blocks

371 feat 850

"

Width of Entrance on Top

66 I

H

1927-1

1516-1

·TONG CHONG WO & 00. No 8, QUEEN'S ROAD CENTRAL.

Manufacturers of Hand-mado Pure

HAVANA CIGARS AND CIGARETTES They are wads of best Havana. Jezvos and possess a mild and choice flavour, Inspection courteously invited. Hongkong. 26th May, 1904.

AN APPEAL.

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THE SISTERS who direct ST. ANTONIO's THE

CONVENT of Macuo will be very thankful

to Shop-korpors, Licen-drapets, Clothiers and Tailors in Hongkong, Mucao, and elsewhere who will send to the remnants of matorial, books of patterns no longer used, and any pieces of cložki, no matter how small, of which they can- not make us8.

Those who soud will thus, at no cost to themselves, afford the numerous hands in the Width of Entrance on Boftom...

convent, especially the little ones, opportunity Water on Roke at Spring Tide

for useful dempation; for pieces of cloth, evan PATENT SLIP fat KOSUGE).

of a square inch, can be stitched together and Can take vessels up to 1,000 tons gross.

very pretty pieces of work made out of cloth THE WORKS are well equipped with the that would otherwise be thrown away. These LATEST IMPROVEMENTS and car articles aro bought by charitable persons, and xecute any kind of work in SHIPBUILD the Sisters are thus helped to keep up their ING and MARINE ENGINEERING as wel very large establishment, which is maintained by

in REPAIRING of SHIPS.

the sims of friends and in a great measure by The COMPANY has SALVAGE the earnings of the girls themselves, who lead STEAMER, 712 TONS GROSS, FITTED by no means au idle life within the convent with POWERFUL BALVAGE PLANT, walls,

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READY at SHORT NOTICE.

1703 Hongkong, 18th May, 1904.

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