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A of November, containing 3 or 4 Roome,

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DIOCESAN GIRLS SCHOOL,

KOWLOON.

CHOOL will RE-OPEN on TUESDAY,

September 18th. at 9 A.3. Boarders return in the afternoon of 17th.

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DIOCESAN GIRLS SCHOOL. KOWLOON.

Pots Laxsons at the Schnal once DROFESSOR DANENBERG will give

a work during 'Term,

All ongairies about arrangements, for pupils of the School or others, to be addresses to...

THE HEADMISTRESS.

ST. STEPHEN'S

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COLLEGE

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THE MICHAELMAS TERM begins on

SATURDAY September 15th.

Studante seeking admission should call upon the Warden on FRIDAY, 14th inst., between the hours of 10 4.3. and P..

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OF COMMERCE.

CHINESE LANGUAGE SCHOOL

NEW CLASS for BEGINNERS"

MONDAY, will commerce D October, 1917, if salicient support be forti- coming.

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Application for enrolment and enquiries regarding hours of School, Fees, ote, should be made to the undersigned as early as Psaible

By Order,

E. A. M. WILLIAMS, Secretary. Hongkong, all Suptember, 1917. [1409

THE HONGKONG AND WHAMPOA DOCK COMPANY, LIMITED. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that

NDIVIDEND WARRANTS for the

INTERIM DIVIDEND of 8350 per Share payable to all Shareholders on the Company's Register at 30th September, 1917, rusy be obtained at the othee of the Company, Queen's Buildings, Hongkong, on and after the 8th October, 17.

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Notice is further given that the SHARE REGISTER and TUANSFER BOOKS of the Company will be CLOSED from the lat to the 8th October, 1917, both days inclusive.

By Order of the Board of Directors,

R. M. DYER, Chief Manager.

102 Hongkong, sth September, 1917.

NATIONAL BANK OF CHINA, LIMITED (IN LIQUIDATION).

INCORPORATED EN ENGLAND)

Unredeemed Bank Notes.

TOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that any

NOTICE BEING OVEN W paid on presentation to the undersigned on or before SATURDAY, 20th September, 1917, at Noon,

AFTER THAT DATE, holders will find it necessary to claim repayment IN STERLING from the BOARD OF TRADE, LONDON, to whom the necessary funds will be remitted.

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THE BOARD OF TRADE make a charge THE for payment of claims out of monies deposit- ed in the "COMPANIES LIQUIDATION ACCOUNT"it the Bank of England,

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The Daily Press.

HONGKONO, 12TH SEPTEMBER, 1917.

THE CHINESE HOUSEBOY.

SEPTEMBER 12, 1947.

life. The end always seems to justify the The annual Al Fresco Bazaar in aid of means. Indeed, the get-rich-quickly. "the funds of the Society of St. Vincent Chinese in Hongkong excites amongst bis de Paul will take place on the 20th inst. friends a degree of admiration denied to

The members of the R.G.A. Sergeants, the individual whom they consider less Mess held a Whist Drive in their mess at enterprising and we suppose to be more

Victoria Barracks on Monday evening. honest.

No man ought to be severely censured for not being beyond his age in virtue," wrote MACAULAY, and it is only fair that we should remember the history of our own country before too harshly conderon ing China. Every man has his price,

WALPOLE while in the zenith of his catece in the British. Farliament two hundred years ago. He recognised, quite frankly, that government by corruption' was the only form of government possible, In those days the majorities in the Con- mona did as they chose, because there was neither an independent public opinion vor an unfettered and widely circulating Press to restrain thein. The greatest foe to corruption, as to many other sing is exposure. Crime of all sorts is reduced by street lamps, and by the searchlight thrown upon individunts by the publicity

of the newspapers,

HONGKONG MAGISTRACY,

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BENEFIT OF THE DOUBT,

In the carly hours of Tuesday morning a coolin carrying two large baskets was

Master-Gumber May carried out the sped by an Indian constable, and ano duties of M.C. The following were the of the baskets was found to contain a prize-winners--Ladies-1st, Mrs. Collins; large piece of iron, which the coolie said ad, Mes. Thornton; ard, Mrs. Alderman had been given him by a small boy, to Men 1st, Mr. Clark, R.N.; 2nd, Master whom he had paid 30 cents. Gunner May, R.G.A.; 3rd, Sergt. Vanty R.G.A.

CHINESE TELEGRAMS:

(FROM OUR PEKING CORRESPONDENT.]

GERMAN BANK MANAGER

ARRESTED.

PEKING, September 10th.

Here H, Cordes, joint manager, was arrested on Saturday on charges of con- ealing the books of the German Bank The Netherlands Minister vised the war- rant, which was issued by the local Pro-

curatorate.

DEATH OF PRESIDENTS WIFE.

Peking, Septuanley 11th. Madame Frug Kuo-chang. wife of the Acting President, died at midnight.

LEY COURTESY OF THE CHUNG XCOL SAN PO."]

It is believed that Mr.. A. J. Eggeting, China is corrupt in all members of the body politic, and the houseboy is the other joint manager, has been arrested merely following "* 'olo eustean” when he to-day, but it is not yet confirmed. robs' us at every turn. There have been 3. Couly, the French Minister, depart, Europeans who have suggested that, if ited this morning after, bidding farewell to were not for "squeeze the houseboythe nerabers of the Cabinet and Dipto- would demand higher wagen, It is, of matists, course, often a choice of evils; but most people like to know exactly what they are paying and whether they are obtairi- ing proper valne for their money, Thi present system has the disadvantages of creating suspiciou and exciting vipidity, We have no faith in the theory that the focal houseboy argues the matter out with himself and pats a limit to his income. He does not think: My master Days me eighteen dollars month and I know that I am worth at least thirty; therefore 1 will limit my squeeze to twelve dollars each month." Not a bit of it. He is limited solely by the nataire of his employer, and, since

are usually more enroless over with the Entente Ministers, amall matters than women, Om astute.

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houseboy, who loves squeeze and dislikes work, prefers to attach himself to o bachelor household. But in whatever establishment he resides he remains at heart a robber. He is always ready toj obtain his "squeeze,” and the only restraint upon his predatory proclivities is the fear of sudden dismissal. That, after all, is not very great, because of the ease with which, under existing cir cumstances, he can obtain other employ-

ment.

There is but one remedy that can be suggested, and that will only effect a partini cure. Yet we believe that the im. provement effected by it would be so great that we hope it will be pressed upon the proper authorities until some reform Tut Chinese houseboy is a subject of is granted.

We refer to the registration frequent discussion amongst the Eura-by the police of all servants in the Colony. peans whose establishments he manages. Chair and ricksha coolies are obliged to tu this Colony wo have to deal with the obtain a licence, and we can think of no Cantonese, and while, on the one hand, valid objection to applying the same prin they may lack the simplicity of character ciple to domestic servants. of some of the Northern Chinese, yet, on would, of course, be renewable annual- the other, they are quicker in thought, and it would be endorsed with and action. Judging from incidents any offence of which the holder had been which still occur in Kwaugtung and the convicted. Employers would be required adjoining provinces, we are inclined to to give notice to the police when a ser- believe that in essentials of character vant left, them, and the reasons would be theboy" is ypical of the race from recorded by a card index system. The which he springs, for there is very much expense would be covered by the cost of

houseboy

of byth arZ)

The licenco

THE Homeward Mail Steamer, carrying in comunon between the morality of the the Hicence, Not only would the result THE

His Majesty's Mails, will be despatched Chinese

and the Chinese prove a great safeguard to employers, from this port as usual, taking Passengers.fficial. The two catstanding charae- but it would be of considerable assistance, aud Cargo for the above Ports. Passengers, accommodation in the connecting vessel i tristics

cupidity and also, to the police. We should be quite secured before departure from Hongkong.

· SHAKESPEARE said that content if a trial were given to the system Silk and Valtables and Tea and Cargo for Itals

France and London (under arrange- NY EUROPEAN, Non-Asiatic or Indian ment) will be conveyed by this Steamer desiring to leave the Colony should proceeding via Bombay to Marseilles and apply in person at the CENTRAL POLICE Londen.. STATION between the hours of 9'As, to 1 F.M. Parcels will be received at the Office until and 2... to 4 P.. daily.

3... the day before sailing. The contents and value of all packages are required.

cheerfulness.

Conscience does make cowards

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melodrame always

of

in the case of servants employed in European households.

DISCUSSIONS WITH THE

ENTENTE POWERS.

SHANGHAI, September 13th. The President's wife died yesterday, The Government has appointed La Chung-hsiang and Wang Tah-sich their representatives to discuss questions

A

Liu Hieu-shi, Tuchun of Kurichow, has wired to the Government demanding 3,000,000 dollars.

Fu Liang-tso has arrived at Changsu yesterday,

Tsi Yau-lin, Governor of Kwangsu, will be appointed Governor of Chili.

bis rumoured that Li Yunn-hung will

return to Hupch.

The Magistrate was not convineed” by the evidence, and dismissed the case.

OPIUM.

When a Chinese Was about to board a Swatow boat he was stopped and searched,. and a quantity of opium was found upon him. The drug was in a basket.

Defendant, who said he brought the opium from Annum for a friend, also ad- mitted having some opium dross in bis Possession. He was fined $20 for being in possession of opium, and $10 for being in possession of opium dross.

HIS MASTER'S PROPERTY.

A Chinese was found at the shipyard at Chung Sha Wan on Monday night, having in his possession certain properly belonging to his master.

The man was taken to the policy station, where he made a plea of insanity.

"

In the dock. the defendant scented soines what strange, and Mr. Wood remanded him for a week, during which time he will by kept ander observation by the medica

ahir.

PAWNED HIS UNIFORM,

The messenger employed by the Govern- ment Audit Department, who was charged with pawning his uniform, was again before Mr. Wond. The messenger ad mitted the offence, stating that he pawned his uniform because he wanted to make up his expenses.*"

The Magistrate imposed a fine of $20, and also ordered the defendant to pay $ to Detective-Sergt. Wills, which amount had been expended to get the uniform out

of pawa

LAME EXCURE.

When charged with attempting to enter Warrant Officers' quarters, Block 4, in Kennely Road, a Chinese said that he

was not going to steal anything for the

Lo Pehkin has wired to the Premier | simple reason that there was nothing to stating that he will return to Yunnan steal (au) immediately afterwards proceed to

Peking

TYPHOON WARNINGS.

Quarter-Muster-Sergt. Cox. RE said that when he was passing the quarters he saw the defendant at the door with a key in' the lock. Defendant ran away when be saw witness, but was subsequently

The following telegrams have been found and taken to the police station. recrived by the American Consulate-The flat wasstored with furniture, and pre- General, Hongkong, from the Manila sumably the defendant was trying to get Observatory :---

at this.. 10 p.m.. Sept. 10th.

The defendant here stated that the chief Typhoon in about 140deg Long. Eastcarponter give him permission to go into and isdeg. Lat, North, moving West,

10.30 a... Sept. 11th.

the flat, and the case was adjourned for the attendance of the carpenter, Cyclone or typhoon near or over Appari, moving W. or W.N.W.

COMPANY DIVIDENDS.

MALAKOFF RUBBER DIVIDENU.

SHIPWRECKED GOODS.

The novel charge was preferred against Messrs. Vernon & Smyth advise us that a Chinese at the Hongkong Magistracy they received a cable yesterday from their yesterday of having shipwrecked goods in Singapore agents informing them that the his possession.

The facts wers stated by Inspector Malakoff Rubber Co has announced ai interim dividend of là per cent, as coin-Gordon. Ho said that as the result of a pared with one of tú per cent, fast Sage large junk getting into difficulties at Clap tember

YOKOHAMA SPECIE BANK'S DIVIDEND.

Tso Mun Pass the vessel was washed on to the rocks, and the crew were placed in a matsbed. During the night a large number of small craft came alongside the The local offices of the Yokohama Specihelpless junk, and the cargo on board was Bank informs us that it is in receipt of

quickly taken away. No less than 700 a telegram from the head offer to tho effect that at the half-yearly meeting of fruit and other things. The robbers even piculs of charcoal were taken away, besides

ty all," and the villain of the old

We do not expect immediate foul REBIOTEC one of his punishments.

forms, but That, of

we hope in time to sea course, presupposes the existence of a con- some concerted action in the matter of For further particulars, sailing dates, ete.cience, which must not always be taken dealing with Chinese servants.

for granted. Sonie of the most notorious satirist can often accomplish much, and the shareholders held at the head office, went so far as to remove the junk's water. '1E. V. D. PARR.

Saperintendent.

Applice identification paperption

will be required to produce Passporte

All persons with certain exceptions who apply to remain in the Colony for more than 7 days am required to Register themselves under the REGISTRATION or PERSONS ORDINANCE 1916.

Forms of Registration giving the par ticulars required may be obtained, at the G.PO. and at ali Police Stations.

The Penalty for am-compliance is a fine not exceeding $50

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FOR SALE.

UROPEAN POSTAGE STAMPS, all-

different, in packets of -

123 Stamps for $0.50 | 275 Stampi for $1.50

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ON SALE

A TABLE OF TAR

BATES OF EXCHANGE AT BOMBAY

For Demand Drafts on London on the day, of or preceding the departure of the " English Maila; also Table of the Yearly Approximate Average for 35 years.

65 squeezers in Chinese official life are

The

passession.

The excuse put forward by the defend- ant was that he found the goods floating about the harbour. He had also purchased some from fishing boats which had picked up other things.

wo think that few of our readers failed Yokohama, on the 10th instant, it was tanks. The defendant was subsequently fat and jolly individuals, who obviously to recognise the essential truth contained resolved to pay a dividend of 12 per cent. found with two piculs of the goods in his sleep well at nights, are endowed within the amusing Ballad of Pau Ahp.a. for the half-year ended the 30th June, excellent digestions, and are evidently Chan" which recently appeared in our 1917; to add to the reserve fund, Yen perfectly satisfied with themselves and the columns. Ridicule has killed many abuses, 900,000; and to carry forward the sum of world in general. From time to timus some and it is really a matter for ridicule, Yen 2,290,000 to the next account. of their hare settled in Hongkong, after and also for indignation, that the British safely depositing their ill-gotten gains in citizens of this Colony should be systemati British banks, and, no doubt, they have eally robbed, more or less openly, by their HONGKONG TRAMWAY CO., LTD.

The approximate statement of traffic proved un acquisition to the Chinese servants, We are, at present, caught in a social life of the Colony Fer it must vicious circle. The dollar continues to receipts for the week ending 8th September be admitted, in fairness both to themselves soat, but there is no reduction in the price is as follows — and their friends, that bublic opinion of local produce. Meanwhile, we should amongst the Chinese is not very critical like, at least, to limit the gains of the

0.60 $800

9.00

-0.75/350

3.00

1.00 400

4.50

GRACA & CO

PRICE

#CASH.

of the methods by which wealth is great local profiteer," the Chinese This Year On Sale at the DAILY PERES CE Cequired either in official or in private bouseboy,

Last Year

Decrease

KO. 4. WINDRAM STREET, Hangkong

Loes! Booksellers.

Receipts for

week. $14451

15.49 1,398

Aggregate receipta,

for: 36 weeks

$185,757-

624,714 38,057

A second man who was similarly charged was stated to have been found with 75 piculs in his possession. This defendant also stated that he had found the goods floating in the harbour.

The defendant was fined $20, and the second was ordered to pay a fine of $50.