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THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, THURSDAY, AUGUST 201, 1914

themselves to blame. He says: An over- riding consideration in this connection is that the present situation has arisen out of what the Chinese Authorities describe as the protracted negotiations ending in the refusal of the Consortium-bankers to

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obsorve that the Chinese Authorities can be hardly blamed for doubting the wisdom of a financial operation involving several the payment of interest on millions of sterling which admittedly could not be utilised for some time and necessarily would remain on deposit with the Bankers." However this may be, it. cannot but be recognised that the heavy decline in the Customs revenue, the general disorganisation of trade and the enormous loss the Government would suffer in exchange owing to the current price of gold are reasons sufficient in themselves to merit favourable considera tion of China's claim. Moreover it is: pointed out that "even if the Authorities. decided to pay, there would be no means or made through which payment could be effected, since the channel indicated expressly or impliedly at the time the several commitments were incurred are closed for the present.". The refer ence is to the international banking- houses which have suspended the

transaction of exchange business. China is not seeking to delay the fulfilment of her obligations without good reason, and the experience of the past few years will have satished the country's creditors that. China will be scrupulously careful to make arrangements for meeting all obligations as soon as the situation in Europe has improved."

The Chief Justice of Hongkong, Sir Wm. Rees Davies, eat on the bench in the Divorce Court on 23rd ult, with the

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The N.Y.K. European line passenger ateamers Kateri Maru, Kamo: Maru and) Kashima Maru have recently been equipped with wireless apparatus. It is. ancióipated that the example will preb. ably be followed by the remainder of the liners.

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A meeting was held in the Gordon Hall, Tientsin, on August 11th to discuss the means by which the British population of Tientsin may be able to help in the relief work, for the aid of the wounded, and the widows and children of those who. BONGKONG OFFICE: 108, Des Vexx Ron Chave lost their lives while serving their LONDON OFFICE: 131, FLEET STREET, EC, Country."

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HONGEONG, August 20th, 1934.

Mr. Ellis, the manager of the "Elite" Cinema Company, has handed to H.B. M. Consul-General at Canton a cheque for $196, 40-to-be-devoted to the relief of suffering caused by the West River foods. This generous donation represents the proceeds of a cinematograph performance

given in the Canton Club Theatre under the auspices of the Consular Body The cheque has been sent to the Honorary Treasurer, West River Flood Relief Fund, Hongkong.

TYPHOON IN SWATOW.

A FEW DAYS ago there was published in the Chinese Press an announcement to the effect that the Chinese Government was considering the advisability of de claring a partial moratorium in conse quence of the war in Europe. Doubtless this somewhat strange announcement has reference to the short-term loans which have fallen due. The Ministry of

A correspondent writes:-Late on Fri Finance on the 10th inst. issued a state day evening, August 14th, a typhoon ment on the subject of these loans de struck Swatow with terrific force, and to foreign banks, foreign firms, foreign with such disastrous consequences as to companies and foreign shipbuilders"-in which it was announced that owing to give it rank as one of the worst typhoons

that Swalow has ever experienced. The || the outbreak of the war and the conse typhoon lasted about thirteen hours and quent disorganisation of the money during that time the devastation which market, these payments could not be was done to shipping and property made, and the Government asked the ashore ran into thousands of dollars. The Observatory was able to give timely Diplomatic Corps to inform the foreign warning of its approach; consequently, banks, foreign firms, foreign companies, none of the coasting or ocean-going foreign shipbuilders and all foreigners steamers had the misfortume to be wreck- ed or otherwise seriously damaged. to whom short term debts are due by the Three or four launches were sunk includ Chinese Government, that payment must ing the unfortunate police launch. Sonie be delayed for the time being and that big junks and cargo-boats were, sunk and as soon as the situation in Europe has several lives were lost in the stormy seas, A privately owned hoseheat capsized in improved arrangements will be made to the vicinity, while a few sampans werd It will be battered to pieces against the sea walls, meet all obligations." recognised that there i abundant justi- The number of lives lost during this

typhoon is not yet ascertained. Anhoro, | ication for this declaration of a semi large numbers of big trees were blown woratorium by China, and we cannot down and many streets and lanes were doubt that it will receive the sympathetic flooded; in addition the electric lighting...

wae completely subduod. The roofs and and favourable consideration of the verandahs of some of the houses have Powers concerned. We notice that one been entirely striped off, but fortunately

there were no casualties: dinong: "their Chinese writer in a Peking paper says inmates of the houses.. in effect that the Powers have only

THE

WAR.

(THROUGH HEUTER'S AGENCY.] EUTER

THE

LAND OPERATIONS.

FIERCE BATTLE PROCEEDING BETWEEN BELGIAN AND

GERMAN TROOPS.

LONDON, August 19th.

10.30 a.m.

A message from Brussels states that a fierce battle is proceeding between the Belgians and Gormans along the extended front,

GERMANS AGAIN REPULSED BY FRENCH ARTILLERY.

LONDON, August 19th.

4.35 8.71.

The Germans, when making another attempt to cross the Meuse near Dinant, were repulsed by French artillery with considerable loss.

GREAT RUSSIAN SUCCESSES.

LONDON, August 18th.

3.10 p.m.

The Russians have occupied five points of German territory with

the greatest success, taking hundreds of prisoners.

SUCCESSFUL DEFENCE OF BRUSSELS, ·

LONDON, August 18th.

6.45 p.m.

It is officially announced in Belgium that it appears that every raid on Brussels has been frustrated.

The German movement in North Belgium was apparently a feint.

THE BRITISH EXPEDITIONARY

FORCE.

THE KING'S INSPIRING MESSAGE TO HIS TROOPS.

LONDON, August 18th.

4.20 p.m.

His Majesty the King, in a Message to the troops, said:

You are leaving Home to fight for the safety and honour of my

Empire, Belgium, whose country we are pledged to defond, has been

attacked, and France is about to be invaded by the same powerful foe.

"I have implicit confidence in you, my soldiers.Duty is your

walthword, and I know your duty will be nobly done.

1 shall follow your every movement with the deepest interest, and mark with eager satisfaction your daily progress. Indeed, your

welfare will never be absent from my thoughts.".

victorious."

pray God to bless you and guard you, and bring you home

LORD KITCHENER'S MESSAGE.

Lord Kitchener, Secretary of State for War, issued instructions -

to every soldier of the Expeditionary Force, to be kept in his pay-book. In them he says:-" You have been ordered abroad as a soldier of the

King to help our French comrades against the invasion of a commen enemy. You have to perform a task needing your courage, your energy, your patience. Remember that the honour of the British Army, depends upon your individual conduct. It will be your duty not only to set an example in discipline and perfect steadiness under fire, but also to.. maintain most friendly relations with those whom you are helping in this struggle. The operations in which you will be engaged will for the most part ke place in a friendly country. You can do your own country no better service than in showing yourself in France and Belgium the true character of the British soldier. Be invariably courteous, considerate, and kind, and never do anything likely to injure or destroy

property.

Always look

upon looting as a disgraceful act

You are sure to meet with a welcome, and be trusted. Your conduct must justify that welcome and that trust. Your duty cannot be done unless your." health is sound, so keep constantly on your guard against any excesses. In this new experience you may find t

may find temptation both in wine and women, You must entirely resist both temptations, and while, treating all women with perfect courtesy you should avoid any intimacy. Do your daty bravely, fear God, and honour the King."

GENERAL SMITH DORRIEN TO COMMAND AN ARMY CORPS.

LONDON, August 18th. 3.55 p.m

It is officially announced that General Sir H. L. Smith-Dorrien will command an Army Corps of the Expeditionary Force, in succession to General Sir J.-M. Grierson.

General Sir Horace Lockwood Smith-Dorrien, G.C.B., K.CB, D50, A.D.C., F.R.G.S., is a coldier a great experience. His army career up to date is followsEntered Sherwood Forestere Derby Regt.) 1873; Lt. Col. 1899; served Zulu War, 1870 (despatches, medal clasp) Egyptian War 1982 (medal, Khedive's star); Nile Expedition, 1884 with Egyptian Army; Soudan Campaign, 1985 (clasp); Soudan Frontier Field Force, 1885-86 (spatches, D.S.O., 4th class Medjidie) nominated to 4th class Osmanich for services with Egyptian Army, 1887; D.A.A.G. Bengal, 1823-04; A.A.G. Punjab, 1891-1896; D.A.A.G. of Brigade in Chitral Relief Force 1695; served in Tirah Campaiga on North-West Frontier, India, 1897-1808. (despatches, ht. of Lt.-Col, medal, 2 clasps) Nile Expedition, 1898 (despatches, bt. Col) Maj. Gen. commanding a Brigade and a Division, South Africa, 1900 (despatches twice, promoted Maj. Gen Queon's medini, & clasps); Adjutant-General in India, 1991-3; ceramanding 4t5 (Quetta) Division, India, 11933-7; Lieut-General, 1906: General, 1912; Col Sherwood Foresters; Commander-in-Chief, Aldershot, 1807-12; Southern Com- mand since 1912.

out.

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LIEGE FORTS HOLDING OUT.

LONDON, August 10th.

1,35. 11. Official French despatches state that all the Liege Forts are holding

BELGIAN REFUGEES.

LONDON, August 19th.

10.30 8.m.

Many refugees are arriving at Tirlement, a Belgian town.

GENERAL INFORMATION.

SECURING GERMAN BUSINESS FOR BRITISH FIRMS.

LONDON, August 18th.

6.6 p.r.

The Right Hon. Lewis Harcourt, Secretary of State for the Colonies, has been making inquiries regarding German and Austrian trade with the Colonics, in order to alleviate the loss of business and to secure that business for Great Britain and the Colonies. The Trade Commis- sioners have already secured samples of goods in which British manufae- turers might compete.

Sir Edward Grey is obtaining similar information from British Consuls in neutral countries.

Mr. Harcourt intends the samples, etc., to be exhibited in London as soon as possible..

PRESIDENT WILSON'S WARNING TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE,

LONDON, August 18th.

8.40 p.m.

President Wilson, in an address to the American people, warns them against "That deepest and subtlest breach of neutrality which may spring out of partisanship, and out of passionately taking sides."

It is known that President Wilson looks with disfavour upon attempts to embroil the United States and Japan.

CANADA'S SPLENDID PATRIOTISM,

LONDON, August 19th.

4.35.a.m.

II.R.HI. the Duke of Connaught, in the Speech from the Throne convening the Canadian Parliament, emphasised the splendid response to

the call to duty from every province. The same spirit, he said, inspired the whole Empire, and this united action to repel a common danger would not fail to strengthen the ties binding the Dominions.

GREEK AND TURKISH STATESMEN -TO-DISCUSS SITUATION.

LONDON, August 19th.

12.10 p.m. Greek and Turkish statesmen are proceeding to Bucharest for

general discussion on the situation.

SERIOUS UNREST IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA.

LONDON, August 19th.

12.10 p. Telegrams from Rome say that the unrest in Bosnia and Herze govine is assuming the character of a formidable rising.

THE TSAR AND HIS PEOPLE.

LONDON, August 18th.

6.45 pm.

The arrival of the Tsar at Moscow was heralded by the ringing of the bells of the city, The Imperial carriage passed slowly through the thronged streets, and the clergy of every church came out carrying ikons and banners. The public enthusiasm is immense.

GOLD INFLUX CONTINUES.

LONDON, August 18th.

6.40 p.m.

The gold influx into the Bank of England since Saturday amounts to £1,250,000.

NAVAL NEWS.

DESULTORY FIGHTING" IN THE NORTH SEAL

LONDON, August 19th.

1.35-8.m.

The Press Bureau announces that there was desultory fighting dur-

ing Tuesday between British patrolling squadron flotillas and Germen reconnoitring cruisers

No losses are reported or claimed.

A certain liveliness is apparent in the southern area of the North

Sea.

CAPTURE OF A B. & S. BOAT.

NEWCHWANG, Angust th One of Messrs. Butterfield & Swire's

The half-yearly financial statement of

the Naighi Wata Kabushiki Kaisha, Osaka, Japan, which has three spinning beats, the Wesing, which left Shanghai mills at Shanghai, showed a net proût for Tientsin on the 4th igist was for the half-year of 1.257,979, which, with saptured by a German man-of-war on the Y.157,905 brought forward from lost tor, way. Another steamer belonging to the

zamo firm, the Kinghow, which arrived gave a balance of Y:415,135 for disposal. at Tsingtao the other day in detained This was apportioned as followe there by the German authorities. Two of Reserve Fund Y30,000, Bonus Y 38,000, Batterield & Swire's steamers havbera Dividends (at 15 per cent. p. a) Y 234,500, detained at Tientsin, and two of Messrs. Jardine, Matheson's ships are tied up in carried forward to next term Y.1:2,685 Wei-hai-wei-Mainichi.

Y.415,183..