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COMPANY MEETINGS.
THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26TH, 1913.
CHINA SUGAR REFINING CO.
The thirty-fifth amual general faceting of shareholders in the above Company was held yesterday at the offices of the Company In Publer Street, Hon Mr. C. H. Ross presided, and there were also present: Hon, Sir Paul *Chater, Messrs. E. Shelling, F. Maitland; J. W. C. Bonnar atd. II. P. White (consulting
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comitive), J. Barton (secretary), EM GENTLEMEN'S OUTFITTERS.
Raymond, A. Rodger, Ho Fook, E. P. Anedų, A. J. Pomfret, F. C. Hall, D, Smyth, Wong Lang Him, Chon Po Sin; Lo Sheung Shu, G. C. Moxon, J. E. Greg. ron, F, M. da Graca and R. G. Munro,.
The Secretary having read the noties convening the meeting,
The CHAIRMAN Baid-Gentlemen-Tho report and accounts having been in your hands for zeme days I propose with your permission to follow the usual course and take them as read. When addressing you at our last annual meeting I mentioned that an improvement' in the sugar mar- kets in China might be hoped for as soon as political affairs became more settled. in that country, but 1, regret to say that during the year 1912 there was no sign of trade returning to its wonfed activity. During the first-nix months of the year. | the markets in the north were still dis organized under the influence of the re volutionary disturbances which took placo, in the nation of 1911, and there was
EVERY BEETLE practically no demand for our sugars in
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any of the large consuming centres: in July some improvement in demand took place and it seemed as if the depression which had existed for the previous niņe months had begun to wear off. Unfortan. ately at this time prices in Europe began to decline owing to largely increased estimates of the beet 'crop, and in conse quence of this, and of the severe competi- tion of other sugars pressing upon the market both here and in the north, prices fell away tapidly with the result that
· work had to be constantly curtailed dur ing the second half of the year, and pro- fitable refining was impossible. You will have noticed from the accounts presented to you that the equalization of dividend fund has been depleted to the extent of $350,000, and while I regret that this should have been necessary I may remaind you that at the extraordinary general meeting held in September last at which some of you were doubtless present I fore- shadowed the possibility of such a post- tion arising owing to the uncertainty of the future of raw sugar: a considerable To depreciation in our stocks, has since taken place, but I may merition that they have been taken over upon a conservative basis together with our other assets, and I trust that you will approve of the above mentioned transfer to credit of profit and loss account, and of the proposed appro- priation of the sum of $70,795,95 at credit of this account. I do not think that there is anything more that I cair usefully ad, but before moving the adoption of the report and accounts I shall be glad to answer any questions which shareholders may desire to put regarding them.
There being no questions,
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COMPANIES.
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AND WELL-ESTABLISHED PRIVATE ENTERPRISES
REQUIRING CAPITAL.
THE INVESTMENT REGISTRY, LTD.
2, Waterloo Place, London, England (established 1880-invested funds, £30,000,000), is prepared to purchase for cash existing, or to be created, issues of Bonds or Dotentures well secured on sound revenue-producing properties, both as to capital and itoomeran
No speculative propositions entertained. Smallest transactions considered, £40,000;
The report and statement of accounts largest, £400,000. Only principals or their
MAN, Seconded by Mr. SMYTH
was adopted, on the motion of the CHAIR-representatives corresponded with; Agents ignored. Booklet explaining how millions of pounds sterling have already been invested; advantages offered to borrowers and particulars required, will be sent only to principal or their French, German or Spanish, to the representatives, on application in English,
On the motion of Mr. Pouraft, seconded by Mr. Ha, the Consalting Committee consisting of Sir Paul Chater, Messrs. Shelline, Waitland, Bonner and White was re-elected...
Mr. Roper proposed that Messrs. H. Percy Smith and A. R. Lowe be re-elected auditors.
Me. Ho Fook seconded, and the motion was greed to.
The CHALIMAN--That is all the business, gontlemon. Dividend warrants will be ready on application here to-morrow.
LUZON SUGAR REFINING CO.
The thirty-frst. Lohnal general meeting of shareholders in the above Company was held yesterday at the offices in Pedder DAILY PRESE | Street, Hon. Mr. C, H. Ross presided and
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there were also prescat: Mesars. H. P. White and J. W. C. Bonnar (consulting committee), J. Burton (secretary), P. C. Potts, T.-P. de V. Soares, Lo Sheung Siu, G., C. Moxon, J. E. Gresson, L. N. Lacfe. Wong Larg Him Chou Po Sin
and J. D. Perry.
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(UTIOES TO CONSIGNEES
SOCIETA' NAZIONALE DI SERVIZI MARITTIMI
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES,
FROM BOMBAT AND KOBE. THE Stenniship
"CAPRI," having arrived from the above port, Conelgnoos of Cargo by her are hereby informed that their Goods are being landed at their risk into the hazardona and for extrå kuzardons Godowns of the Hongkong and Kowloon Whort and Godown Company Ltd, Kowloor, whenco delivery may be obtained. Parishable Goode to be taken delivery of immediately.
All Claims must be sent to the Offee of the andersigned before Noor on the 29th inst., ar they will not im mongniseil.
All Claims must be presented within ten days of the steamer's arrival here, aflar which date they cannot be recognised,
No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods remaining nudelivered after the 26th inst, will to subject to reat.
All broken, chafed, and damaged goods met be left in the gedowns, where they will be examined on the 26th inst., at 9.30 A.N. No Fire Inanranco has been effected.
· CARLOWITZ & Co,
Agents.
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Hongkong, 19th March, 1913. TOYO KISEN KAISHA,
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.
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Tror SAN FRANCISCO VIA HONOLULU,
JAPAN PORTS AND SHANGHAI, A
THE
Steamer
huring arrived, Cousiquess of, Cargo are hereby notified to send in their Bills of Lading for countersignature, and to take immodiste delivery of Cargo from alongside,
above-nzmod
Cargo remaining undelivered on TUESDAY, the 25th inst., at Noon, will be landed of Con. signees' risk and expence and delivery must then be taken from Company's Godown.
No Fire Insurance whatever will be effected, No Claims will be recognised after the Goods bare left the Steamer or Godown, and all Goods remaining undelivered on FRIDAY, the 28th inst, afternoon, will be subject to rent and landing charges.
All chafed and otherwise damaged Cargo, te be left on board · Godown, and examination of same to be held on SATURDAY, the 29th inst.
All Claims must be filed on or befors 4th April, otherwise they will not be recognised.
S. MORIMOTO,
Agent Hongkong, 21st March, 1915.martin
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488
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES..
FROM, ANTWERP, BULL AND LONDON,
THE Stopnichip THE
GLENLOCHY,"
Captain Jones, having- arrived from the above Ports, Consignees of Cargo are hereby informed that their Goods are being landed at their risk into the Godowns of the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company Limited, Kowloon; and stored et Consignees' risk and expendo.
All broken, obafed, and damaged Goods are
examined on FRIDAY, the 28th inst., at 10 at;
All Claims must be presented within FIFTEEN DAYE of the Steamer's arrival here, after which date they cannot be recognized.
No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods remaining andelivered after the 29th inst, will be subject to rent
No Fire Insurance has been affected. Rilla of Lading will be countersigned by
SHEWAN, TOMES & Co.. Agents.
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Bigland;
MONTSERRAT
Lime-Fruit Juice.
Brings to your lips the juice
of the time fruit.
It is a drink that is always cooling and refreshing. The children love it.. Order a few bottles to-day. Large supplies have been lately shipped
from London,
MONTSECRAT is sold by all leading Storekeepers.
₤465
Hongkong. 22nd March, 1913.
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEDS.
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THE P. & C. S. N. Co.'s Steunor
WAKOOL,"
Arrived Houghing on 24th March, 1913, FROM ANTWERP, LONDON, MALTA, PORT SAID, SUEZ AND STRAITS. Consignees of Cargo by the above-maumed Tesselare hereby informed that their goods are being landed and placed AT THRI RISK in the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godowa S.W.Copy's Godorus at Kowloon, where ch Consigament will be sorted out. Mark by Mark and delivery can be obtainedl ng the Goods are landed.
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Optional Goods will bo landed here unless instructions are given to this contrary within 5 hours.
date of urrival will be subject to rent,
No Fire Insurance will be affected by me in Buy cam whatever,
Goods not cleared within 8 days including
Damaged packages must be left in the Godowns for examination by the Consignes and the Company'starveyors, Messrs. GODDARD and DOUGLAS, at 10 AM. on MONDAYS and TRUESDAYS. All Claims must be presented within ten days of the steamer's arrival here, after which date they cannot be recognised. No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns,
E.A. HEWETT;
Superintendent Hongkong, 24th March. 1913'
trust you will regard as not unsatisfe- EMPRESS DOWAGER'S FUNERAL of both the Empress Dowager and the tory. I any mention that, as on many previous occasions, the general agents have
waived their commission and the consult-
ing commitice their fees. Before moving the adoption of the report and accounts I shall be pleased to answer any questions relating to them which shareholders may desire to ask,
Manchu dynasty. The threns stands at the rear of a dais, the ceilings and sides of which are gorgeously beflowered and beflogged,
CROWD.
A MOTLEY CROWD.
NOTICES TO CONSIGNEES
NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD, BREMEN IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL INNE.
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.
HE Steamship
PRINZESS ALICE," baring arrived, Consigneca of Cargo are hérobý informed that their Goods, with the exception of Opinn, Tream and Valuables, are being landed and stored at their risk into the ba ous andfor extra hazardons Gadowns of the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company, Ltd, Kowloca, ond West Potat Godowns, whence delivery many be obtained.
Optional Cargo will be forwarded ou unlesă intimation is received from the Consignece before Noon TO-DAY requesting it to be landed bore.
No Claims will be admitted after the. Goods- have loft the Godowns, and all goods remaining undelivered after the 27th inst, will be subject to rent.
.".
All bruken, ohsfed, and damaged goods are to bo left in the Godowas, where they will be examined on the 27th inst., at 9.30 A.M.
All Claims must reach us before the dri Apr., or they will not be recognized.
No Fire Insurancs will be effected. Bills of Lading will be countersigned by the Undersigned.
NORDDEUTSCHE LLOYD,.. MELCHERS-& Co.,
General Agents
Hongkong, 20th Mureli, 1913.
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.
THE P.&O. S. N. Co.'s Steamer
NORE," Arrived Hongkong on 24th March, 1913, FROM ANTWERP, LONDON, MALTA, PORT SAID, SUEZ AND STRAITS. Consigneos of Cargo by the above-named vessel are hereby informed that their Goods are being landed and placed AT THEIR RISK in the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown 'Co.'s Godowns at Kowloon, whore oach Consign-. ment will be sorted out Mark by Mark and delivery can be obtained as the Goods are lazulie
Optional Goods will be landed her unless instructions are given to the contrary" within 6 hours,
Goods not cleared within 7 days including data of arrival will be subject to rent,
No Fire Insurance will be effected by me in any case whatever.
Damaged packages must be left in the Godowns for examination by the Consignees and the Company's surveyora, Mesars. GODDARD and Dovelas, at 10 AM. on MONDAYS and THURSDAYs. All Claims must be presented within ten days of the steamer's arrivul kers, after which date they cannot be recognised. No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left thu Godowus.
E. À HEWETT,
Superintendent
Hongkong, 24th 3řarch, 1913.
HONGKONGO TIDE TABLE.
From 26th March to 1st April, 1913. HIGH WATHE.
Week.
Daya of
Month
Height,
LOW WATHE
Height.
'kong
H'kong.
Mean
Mean
Dime.
Time.
hm.
ft. in. 1
it, m.
Wed
26.jm 0 20
5 5
5 25
m 11 23
6 6
6 23 a
Chure. 27
1 27.
4.7
5.44
11 55
6 6
7.30 a 1 8:
28 m 3 9
4 1m
6.0 3 7
0 3 a 6 6 ||
855 a 2 1
Satur. 29
Ne infer. high-
nor low water
1 1962
20
No intor wigh-
2 42 6 0
31
No infer high-
¡April
4 45 a 60
nor low wate
Tue.
1 m
10 45 a 2 1
yor low. water
0 2 19
9 18 4 m0 48 1 8
6 0 6 1 m 11 45
HONGKONG METEOROLOGICAL,
REGISTER.
Hongkong Observatory, March 25th
Provides Ún · Date On Dais
Jat si
Barometer Temperatures Bumidity Wind Direction
Farca Weather Hatu
དྷ
st. 2 p. 6 u.m,
pi
50.15
30.23
30 19
51
53
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67
50
36
North NNE ESE
2.
0
000
Highest open air Temperaturaan 241...54 Lowest opes wir Temperatu... op 211, 50
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EXTRA COPIES of Daily, free are ou
Sale daily at the following Stores KOWLOON BOOK STALL, Ferry Whart Mr EUNO CHEONG, Hsírbong Road
addressed the thrung, sulogizing the Em- press Dowager, the bandsmer meanwhile standing silent.
SPLENDID SCENE IN PEKING,
THE MYTHICAL BIRD. · PERING, March 18th,
After a period for sacrifices the Master foreigners and Chinese all day
There has been a continuous stream of
of Cereraonies led the representatives of menorial service for the late Empress four characters signifying that
at the In front of, and above, the dais were the various bodies, northward to mest the "The Luan mythica bird from the Dowager. Visitors saw, on the centre Empress-Dowager was one among women North." Prayers were then repeated span of the marble bridge outside the fitted to rank with the two first great when the Luan bad alighted. A hymn Tiangnễn, a teniporary pavilion of Im Chinese Emperors, Yao and Shun. periat yellow sill decorated with white
On the right side and some yards distant flowers and green stripes on the roof. from the dais was a yellow draped plate The pavilion contains the Empress form on which were monks and priests, Dowager's portrait, fruit and sacrificial whose solemn and impressive dirges alter ctensils. Here the general public, no nated with the louder but less penetrating possessing, pesses, performed sacrifices, strains of a Chinese band, similarly while on the roadside vast crowds stood situated on the left side of the dais, which gazing, though few entered the pavilion, played appropriate selections from the
Passing through the Tihanmen and great foreign masters.
welcoming the Luan is sung. The Master of Ceremonies eomes forward in front of the bier and offers flowers and fruit Subsequently the Master of Ceremonies accompanied by the representatives of the various bodies dismissed the Luan, with prayers and bymus.
The Secretary having read the notice convening the mosting,
The CRAMMAN Sail Gentlemen,The report and accounts having been in your hands for some days I propose with your permission to follow the usual course and take them as read. I am pleased to say that for the second year in succession the re finery at Malabon was kept almost con thumusly at work, and for the first six months fairly satisfactory prices for re- NGOI SAN PO | Gined were obtainable. During the cecond
Looking backwards from the Wumnên (Chinese Daily Press),
half of the year, however, there was a
one could see au interesting concourse PUBLISHED DAILY
downward movement in sugar all over the
the Tuanmên, both beautifully decorated Ascending the righthand flight of steps principally composed of Chinese and world, and this was naturally reflected
with flowered designs and scrolls en of the Wumen was a constant stream of Manchas, men, women and children in re- in the Eastern markets with the result
umerating the virtues of the deceased, Chinese, Manchus, Mongols, Mohamme- splendent attire, while groups of white. that lower prices had to be accepted for
visitors entered the second compound, dans and Tibetens, who, removing their robed eunuchs were to be seen standing passed over the central marble bridge and headcoverings, halted before the portrait, though resenting public participation in Eilent almost sullen in appearance, as our output, and the margin of profit
faced the Women, under the centre of bowed twice and passed on Foreigners gradually fell away. As appears from Mr. Cros Po Sis seconded, and the which hangs the Empress-Dowager's were diverted leftwarde, outside the line the funeral ceremonies of the last reign-
portrait, a beautiful exemple of Chiness of mourners.
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No questions were asked. The report and statement of accounts was adopted, on the motion of the Can MAN, seconded by Mr. Moxon.
Mr. PERRY proposed that Messrs. White and Bounar he re-elected to the consult ing committee.
Mr. Gasson seconded, and the motion was agreed to,
Mr. Ports proposed the re-election of Mr. A. R. Lowe as auditor,
the accounts the gain on working was motion was agreed to. $34,839.25 and the balance at debit car- The CHAIRMAN-That is all the business, ried forward has been reduced to gentlemen. Thank you for your attend 847,375.67, which under the circumstances Iance.
art, extreme melancholy being depicted The central figures on the dais were with saddening reality. In front of, and Prince Pu Jain, robed in white sheepskin beneath, the portrait is a small dragon and, alac, the Mongolian Buddha, who, throne, typifying the departed grandeur with members of the funeral committee,
ing adult of the Manchu dynasty on which they had fattened for ages.
Smart police and soldiers directed the incoming and outgoing, throngs by and the whole ceremony was decorous and different routes. There was no crush,
impressive.-Reuter.
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