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THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, THURSDAY, APRIL 23RD, 1914.

disturbances in the North, the severity of

plague in the Colony and the abno TELEGRAMS. TELEGRAMS. TELEGRAMS. TELEGRAMS.

high price of cotter, the mill had to eloss down after funds to the amount at one time of 81,656,000 had boon advanced by the General Managers in order to complete the mill and to work it. Thus quite early in its career the Company was faced with the question of liquidation or reconstruction? It was reconstructed, and thereafter it paid for a year or two dividende of 10 per cent, but bad fortune dogged its footsteps. The

THROUGH EHUTBE'S AUKNUT.]

UNITED STATES

MEXICO.

AND

ADMIRAL FLETCHER SEIZES THE CUSTOMSAT, VERA CRUZ.

(THROUGH RIUYER'S AGENOT.] KING AND QUEEN IN PARIS.

ENTHUSIASTIC RECEPTION. --

PARIS, April 22nd. Their Majestice King George and They were Queen Mary have arrived. received by the President, M. Poincaré,

[THROUGH REUTER'S AGENCY.]

SCENE IN THE HOUSE OF COMMONS.

MR. ASQUITH AND MR. BONAR LAW.

LONDON, April 22nd, One of the stormiest scenes which has

dividend fell to 5 per cent, the last 200 MEXICANS AND 4 AMERICANS and his Ministers, and received a rapturever occurred between Party leaders in the

being paid in 1907 with assistance from the oqualisation of dividend fund, and finally it has come to a question of the withdrawal of the industry. As the idea has long being cherished by many residenta that Hongkongmore particularly the New Territory-might one day develops into a Inanufacturing centre, the reasons for the

KILLED.

DISCUSSION IN THE SENATE.

WASHINGTON, April 22nd. The House of Representatives adjourned

until to-day without taking any action on the subject of Mexico.

In the debate in the Senate, Senator Lodge, speaking to a substitute resolution,

ous welcome by a vast concourse.

The first banquet took place at the Flysce

M. Poincaré expressed the intenso

pleasure of France at being able to wel- come the Sovereigns of a great and friendly nation. The visit was a brilliant consecration of a friendship which had

["DER OSTASIATISCHER LLOYD' SERVICE.]

CHINA SERVICE,

A NEW CENSORATE

PEKING, April 22nd.. The new Council of Administration a kind of seems to be intended as

Censorate, since a number of well-known

House of Commons took place when Mr. erstwhile Bonar Law renewed his request for a judicial inquiry in connection with the statement issued by the Ulster Unionist

Conneil.

Mr. Asquith and Mr. Bonar Law alternately went to the table challenging

one another,

censors have found place

therein, like Chiang Chun Lin, and Chao Chi Lin. The first named, some years ago, intrepidly denounced Yaan Shih-kai, Ching Tani Chen, Chu Chin Pao and

others.

CHINA'S LIABILITIES.

PEKING, April 2nd. According to a report of the Board of failure of the enterprise given by the Hon.

Amid very angry cries Mr. Asquith

Finance, China is to pay this year Mr. LANDALE at the meeting of shareholders said he could not join nay resolution stond the test of time and experience: demanded Mr. Bonae Law to make millions of dollars-Boxer Indemnity which proved that its permanent efficacy the accusations before the House itself. 20; Various Bank Loans 21.15; other would become one of the surest guarantees. He refused, to orfler an inquiry, but said: Inns 17.70; interest on the first big loan that he would give the earliest date for 13 the large loans, 50; and loans in short European equilibrium. The King, speaking in French said be.

n discussion if Mr. Bonar Law would terms, Th

on Monday deserve to be specially noted. Experience, he said, had shown, in the first place, that the hot damp climate we hava here for so many months greatly hampers pining operations; secondly, that the labour obtainable in Hongkong is more expensive and less efficient than that to be found in Shanghai; thirdly, that the raw material has all to be imported, and to the prios of raw cotton bought in Shanghai for Hongkong has to be added the cost of packing, freight and export duty M LANDALE explained tha: China cotton has been found more suitable than foreign grown cottons for spinning the yarn requir-

which made the United States prefer one

cut-throat to another.

Foreign Committee, speaking on behalf Senator Shively, a member of the

Lodge's substitute

in Ulster.

Mr. Bonar Law replied that the Premier and his colleagues had already made false

of the Government, said that Senator was profoundly touched by the volcome of make the charge that the Government had proposal meant a the brilliant capital of a beautiful devised and organised a plot with the ob plain declaration of war. He urged the country, and he felt a peculiar plenar ject of promoting and provoking a rising Republicans to wait until the Administraat being in the midst of the French tion's resolution had been tried as a means people on the terth anniversary of the to prace, and said that the State Depart agreements whereby the two countries Mment had advised the foreign diplomats peacefully settled all the questions which in Mexico to warn their nationals to leave were dividing them. From that arose the the country.

intimate cordial relations which were INSTRUCTIONS TO THE ADMIRAL

Orders have been sent to Admiral Fletcher to seize the Vera Cruz Customs House.

ed for the China market, and be farther hinted at the possibility of an increase in China's import tariff, which would addition- ally handicap the industry here," whereas mills operating in China may be given the same measure of protection in taxation as at present." The Chairman of the Com pany.

a

ADMIRAL FLETCHER'S REPORT, WASHINGTON April 22nd.

A despatch received from Rear Admiral sailors from the battleships Utah and Fletcher said: "Landed urines and

mill here cannot be made to pay, but, on the

said he would not like to admit that

general grounds above stated, thought it Florida and the transport Prairie on probable that a mill in Shanghai would pay Tuesday, and seized the Customs House. better. We do not suppose that while the

The Mexicans did not oppose the landing, recollection of this experiment endures we shall see another cotton mill started in bit opened fire with rifles and arúllery Hongkong. We cannot change the climate, after the seizure of the Customs House. but the declaration that labour is more The Prairie shelled the Mexicans out of expensive and less efficient here than in their positions. There was desultory Shanghai is one that covers presumably firing from the housetops and the rects, more than the colton mill industry, and in We hold the section of the city in the the general interests of the Colony it would vicinity of the wharves. Our casualties seem desirable that some official investign-are four killed and twenty wounded. tion should be made into the causes After the fight the American Consul called of the expensiveness of the labour, if on General Mass to assist in the restora. not into the question of its inefficiency. tion of order. General Maas refused. No We have frequently emphasised the bearing refugees were injured." of the rent problem in Hongkong upon the industrial prosperity of the Colony. If labour is more expensive here than in Shanghai the cause is probably due to the labouring classes being able to live more cheaply there than here, and the matter is therefore one of serious importance to the LONDON OFFION: 151,-FT STREZ, E.C. future prosperity of the Colony. While the Colony must regret the withdrawal of the cotton will, we have at least the consolation of knowing that other large industries, like the shipbuilding establishments and the sugar refineries, seem able to succeed here as well as anywhere in China, and to enter successfully into the competition of the markets, and, because Hongkong is not deemed to be the most suitable place for cotton spinning and wearing, it does not necessarily follow that we must give up all hope of ever seeing the Colony, particularly. the mainland portion of it, developing in course of time into an industrial centre of some importance in Asia,

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GALVESTON, April 22nd. Two hundred Mexicans were killed at Vera Cruz,

VERA CRUZ, April 2nd. Admiral Badger, with five battleships, has arrived..

PENSACOLA, April 22nd. The battleship Mississippi, with four airmen and hydroplanes aboard, has left for Vera Cruz

PRESIDENT HUERTA'S

SERENITY."

uniting them, and thanks to that they to labour together. in were able humanitarian work, and for civilisation and peace, He thanked President Poincaré for recalling that the name of his beloved father would ever remain associated with Pentente cordiale. His Majesty said he high and noble aims which the two endorsed M. Poincaré's definition of the

countries jointly pursued, and concluded by expressing sentiments of the most profound and most sincere friendship: with France.

The King has presented the French Government with six bronze bas-reliefs by the French sculptor Un Jardin, which have been long in the possession of the British Royal family and formerly decorated the statue of Louis XIV, in the Place des Victoires.

statements.

There were chcers and uproar at this statement, and Mr. Asquith again-chal- lenged the Opposition to discuss the matter in the House,

Mr. Bouar Law-If there is nothing to be ashamed of, why not have the inquiry 1

Mr. Asquith-The allegation is against the honour of Ministers-(cheers and counter cheers) and should be made in

the House of Commons.

There were cries of Marconi," and Mr. Asquith retorted that the members of the Opposition wanted a roving inquiry to discover whether there was material for

the charge.

This was followed by an uproar, and Mr. Bonar Law said that he would wait the publication of the revised White Paper before deciding upon a course of

action.

LATER.

Field Marshal Sir John French had There were brilliant illuminations in a prolonged conference with Mr. Asquith, a full meeting of the Cabinet Paris Inst evening, and wemarkable after which

was held, enthusiasm by vast crowds who cheered and shouted Vive le Roi; Fige la Reine

Bix Liberals have given notice of continuously. The wearing of miniature motion demanding that Mr. Bonar Law Union Jacks was universal.

shall substantiate, or withdraw, the Correspondents. 'coneur that

no charges of falsehood which be has made Sovereigns have ever been so splendidly against the Premier. welcomed.

THE YANGTSZE AND BRITISH INTERESTS..

QUESTIONS IN THE HOUSE OF COMMONS.

LONDON, April 22nd.

In the House of Commons Sir J. D. Rees asked what steps the Government LONDON, April 2nd, were taking for safeguarding British President Huerta has sent a message to interests in the Yangtze Valley, where, in the Daily Telegraph stating that he view of the financial activity of other awaits future events with serenity and Powers, only financial action can be that the Republic will continue to main-effectual

tain its dignity,

FEDERALS TO JOIN HUERTA AGAINST AMERICA;

Reports are reaching official eireles to the effect that Generals: Carranza and H.M.S. Formouth arrived at Singapore Villa will join President Huerta, in a on Tuesday,

common cause against the United States. Two trains containing American re- fugees were held up between Mexico City and Vera Cruz.

The letter of A Lover of a Clean Colony" will appear to-morrow.

HONGKONG, APRIL 232D, 1914. Iz is a matter for deep regret that the long-continued effort to carry on the cotton spinning, weaving and dyeing industry in Hongkong has lind to be given up and the anchisery and plant transferred to Shang- bai, where conditions are more favourable to the prosperity of the industry. When the Hongkong Cotton Spinning, Weaving and Dysing Co., Ltd., was formed in 1888 the brightest hopes were entertained of the future of the industry, notwithstanding that at that time the gloomiest prognosticatione were finding expression regarding the industry at Shanghai, where it was then in its infancy, Brilliant expectations had met with serious disappointment, Labour 3. G. T. M Edkins, manager of had not been found so cheap as was Messrs. Butterfeld & Swire's Hongkong anticipated, the market for raw cotton had House, has accepted a seat not proved favourable and things generally Directorate of the Hongkong and Shang had gone against the Companies. Hence hui Banking Corporation, Ltd. the prevailing feeling in Shanghai offered Consumers of electric current in Hong- no encouragement to the promoters of akong will be agreeably pleased to read cotton mill in Hongkong, though they the announcement appearing in our ad- were doubtless buoyed up by the considera-vertisement columns of a reduction in tion that, compared with both India and price from the 1st prox. Japan, the advantages must be on the side of local production, and it did not neces sarily follow that because entton mills were something of a failure in Shanghai, a similar venture in Hongkong would suffer the same fate. By the time the local mill was in running order, things had taken a turn for the better at Shanghai and renewed confidence in the future of the industry set

ou

the

The closing cruise of the season of the Royal Corinthian Yacht Club will be held at Kowloon Bay on Sunday next. Eight attractive events have been arranged, the races being for ladies, visitors and non- boat-owning members Mrs. Francis Clark: will present the prizes at the close.

Mr. F. D. Acland, Financial Secretary to the War Office, said the Government were fully alive to the necessity for safe guarding British interests in the Yang- taxe, and they were taking all possible steps. His Majesty's Government, how ever, did not contemplate advancing money in that connection, especially as British firms were ready to take projects. which were offering reasonable security and fair profit.

Sir JD. Rees then asked whether the

Mr.

x. O'Shaugnessy, the American Charge d'Affaires, with his wife and arms were not prejudiced by other nations child and hundreds of Americans, reassisting their nationals financially. main in the capital.

Mr. Aclund said the Government did not propose to finance doubtful propesi

AUSTRIAN EMPEROR'S HEALTH.

VIENKA, April 22nd.

It is hoped that the Emperor will soon

make a complete recovery. He transacted

his business as usual yesterday. AUSTRALIA'S BOUNTIFUL SEASON.

MELBOURNE, April 22nd. There have been splendid general caina in Victoria, and there is promise of a bountiful season.

NO NAVAL CONFERENCE.

LONDON, April 2nd- A White Paper which has been issued

To-day, April 23rd, being St. George's Day, the St. Joseph's College Scouts in in. All this made the prospect seem accordance with the desire of the Chief more cheering to shareholders in the Scout, Sir Robert Baden Powell, will. local venture, though by the time the parade with the St. Joseph's Bodyguard mill was running the shares, originally in the College Compound at 6 pm, to shows that an Imperial Naval Conference $100, were quoted in the market at salute the flag. A short address will be is impossible in 1914, 28 Australia, which $80,

and three-months later at $56. By given to the Scouts by the Inspecting desires a full Conference, is unable to the middle of 1901, owing to the Boxer Officer.

attend.

tions in the Yangtsze or elsewhere.

AFFAIRS IN ALBANIA.

DURAZZO, April 2nd. The Government are calling out 20,000 men to the colours.

HOME RACING:

THE METROPOLITAN STAKES.

THE ARMY ANNUAL BILL,

LONDON, April 92ad. The House of Commons have passed the second reading of the Army Annual Bill.

WELSH DISESTABLISHMENT.

LONDON, April 22nd.

In the House of Commons the Welsh Disestablishment Bill passed the second reading by 240 votes to 285,

BRITISH LEGAL CHANGES.

LONDON, April 2nd.: The Hon. Mr. Justice Channell, the well-known Judge of the King's Bench Division, has resigned, and Mr. Montague Sheurma), K.C., and Mr. John have been appointed Sankey, KC., Judges of the King's Bench,

[Mr. Justice Chonnell became a barrister in 1863, and was made a Q.C. in 1885.]

OBITUARY

LONDON, April 22nd.

HESIGNATION OF A MILITARY COMMANDER.

PEKING, April 22nd.

The resignation of Chang Shao Cheng, first in command at Sai Yuan Cheng, and

the Twentieth Division, has been accepted. formerly the well-known Commander of Pan Chu Ying is his successor.

THE PREMIER INDISPOSED:

PERING, April 2nd. Sun Pao Chi, the Premier is slightly indisposed and is taken five days' leave,

EUROPEAN SERVICE. BRITISH ROYAL VISIT TO FRANCE,”

LONDON, April 21st. T. King George and Queen Mary started this forenoon on their three days' visit to Paris, where they will stay, as guests of the Republic at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The main event during the visit will be a review of troops at Vincennes. An act of especial politeness lies in the fact that Sir Edward Grey accompanier Their Majesties and great expectations are con-

nected with this circumstance. The wish has been heard expressed that the occasion may lead to changing the Entente into a formal Alliance. On the part of Eng- lang there is no inclination to this enti, but rather to continue with the Entrate as before. It is therefore expected that the official speeches at the banquets, will lay stress on its full meaning.

UNREST ON THE ALBANIAN FRONTIER.

BERLIN, April 21gt. The unrest on the Albanian Frontier in the territory of the Malissores in growing and the Montenegrins, have occupied the district of Castrati, which has been They now threaten assigned to them. that they will advance against Albania in case the Albanians attack.

DISBANDING RUSSIAN

RESERVISTS.

BERLIN, April 21st. The Reichspost's correspondent at St. Petersburg reports that an order bas bean issued by the Russian Minister for War that all the reservists who had been called to the colours shall be sent home towarda the middle of April. This affects 450.000.

тел.

THE GERMAN COLONY IN MEXICO.

BERLIN, April 21st.

The German Minister to Mexico. assembled the German Colony to diseitsa- the situation, and it was decided to send all the women and children out of the country on board the chartered steamers of the Hamburg-Amerika Linie.

GERMANY AND THE MEXICAN

The death is announced of Sir Edwin Durning-Lawrence at the age of 77 years.

BERLIN, April 21st. The attitude of the German public The deceased was BALL.Bin Honours, and a Barrister of the Middle towards the American-Mexican conflict Temple, in 1874 For a short time he was is one of neutrality. The main wish is

member of the Metropolitan Board of

Works! He contested East Berks in 1865, for a speedy restoration of order. Huggerston in 1866, and Burnley in 1892, THE EMPEROR OF AUSTRIA- being eventually elected as

Liberal Unionist for Truro from 1805 to 1906,]

HUNGARY.

BEELIN: April 21st.

A slight improvement is noticeable in the health of H.M. the Emperor Franz Josef, although it continues grave..

THE LATE CARDINAL KOPP'S ESTATE

HARBIN BANK'S LOSSES:

The second Mutual Credit Bank of Harbin, which has a capital of Roubles TONDUN, April 22nd. 100,000, most of which is subscribed by The Great Metropolitan Stakes, which small merchants and artisans, has was run at Epsom on Tuesday over a suspended payment, owing to misapplica distance of two and a quarter miles, re-tion of funds by the Board of Directors. The Public Prosecuter discovered the sulted as follows:

fraud and arrested the directors and also one of the editors of the Nornye Zisn.

Fürther arrests are expected. The losses are estimated at R. 150.000.

Shareholders at an extraordinary meet- iux decided to continue the bank by: subscribing 140 per cent. of their former subscriptions. Other local Russian banks An amnesty has been pronounced in and also the Railway Company have Portugal for the members of the late promised financial support.

Franco Cabinet.

Аднесу

Vermonth

Gravelotte

1.

2

Nineteen ran Won by three lengths, four lengths separating second and third

The betting was 100 to 8 Annecy

2 Vermouth; 100 to 8 Gravelotte.

to

***** ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ ̄ BERLIN, April 21st, The private estate of the late Cardinal Kapp is $350,000 and the sole beneficiaries are the Cathedral Chapter at Breslau,

THE PORTUGUESE REPUBLIC.

BERLIN, April 21st.