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OBITUARY..

MR. GEORGE BANKER.

We regret to record the death of Mr. George Banker, head of the firm of Messrs. Banker and Co., import and export merchants, and shipowners of No 4, Queen's Road Central, and 30. Des "Vans Road West. The late Mr. Banker, who was 53 years of age, died at his residence, M. II, Hankow Road, Kow- Jonn, on Saturday morning after an illness of a few weeks', duration.

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THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, MONDAY, JANUARY 2137, 1924..

YOUNG MEN'S, ISLAMIO

SOCIETY.

BRANCH OPENED IN HONGKONG.

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SCHOOL ·PRIZE

DISTRIBUTIONS.

BELILIOS GIRLS' SCHOOL.

HONGKONG SHARE MARKET.

Messrs. Benjamin and Potts, in their weekly share report, dated, January 18th.

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The Balilios Public School's prize dis-Bay Tolamie faith atuongat foehl born Indians tribution took place at Queen's College The market opened with a fait enquiry and a moderate improvement of several in Hongkong a Young Men's Islamic on Saturday morning Inst. Lady Stubbs stocks, but during the last few days, it Society was opened in Hongkong yester presented the awards, and amongst the has quietened down a good deal, and as day at No. 2, Percival Street, Wanchai, visitors wore the Hon. Mr. E. A. Irving a rule lower rates bave prevailed, con- sequently the turnover has not been on The promoters of the Society, of which (Director of Education) and Mr. Euch a large scale na last week. The mar Mr. S. D. Mehul is "the first president, Ralphs (Inspector of English Schools). ket, however, closes with a better feeling. bave realised the want of such an institu- The Headmistress (Miss Clark), in the the slight reaction having inspired a little!

more confidence in buyers, and the under- tion for some time pust, owing to the course of her annual report, said:→

tone is distinctly firmer. fact that many young Indians, born in School days this year have numbered Hongkong are not fully conversant with; the average daily attendance was the Islamic faith and many of those of 10, the percentage

As there is one class less than i

of attendance 15 the younger generation speak only the about the same. There have boon several

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Mr. Banker came to the Colony many years ago from Shanghai and his name became well-known in connection with motor shipping transport on the West River, of which he was the pioneer. He English tongue and naturally experience on the Staff; thoad who have left include Mrs. Upsdell and Mrs. Gar- was a highly respected resident of Kow-great difficulty in following the teachings rod, to both of whom we are most grate Inno where he was, perhaps, best known of Islani (the formula" of which faith is: ful for their work in the examination by his activities in connection with St. There is

classes. Mr Adams joined the Staff in no God but Allah and January to teach Mathematics. Aliss Andrew's Church. He bell the position Mohammed is his Prophet. The new Mango and Miss Brenanu have also been at Hon. Treasurer several years. His acts of charity were countless, and is obstacles and in due

Society is to attempt to overcome these appointed. During the year, four Chi-

ncao mistresses' resigned. course weekly sionaries, especially, will have cause to

lectures in English pa the Islamic faith regret his death. He was also interested

to be delivered at the Society' premises. The lectures are open to all

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Banks-Hongkong and Shanghai Banki bave ruled firm throughout the week and sales have been made up to 81,190 at which rate there are further buyers. The London price has advanced to #197 (middle)."

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bave changed hands at 8:30 and more Marine and Fire Insurances.-Cantons" could be placed at the close at 25-

Deals have been made in Unions at

in education and served on the Committee of the Anglo-Chinese school. He leaves and are, to be delivered each Sunday to begin work after the holidays without petition by Chinese

a widow and three young children to mourn his lost and much sympathy will "be felt with them in their bereavement.

APECIAL MEMORIAL SERVICE AT

ST. ANDREW'S.

A special memorial service was held at St. Andrews Church inst evening, "in which the Bishop of the Diocese (the Hight Hes. Dr. Dappuy) and the Rev. G. Arrowsmith took part. The Rev. G. R. Lindsey, LA., officiated. A large gather ing of relatives and friends of deceased were present.

In the course of his address Mr. Lind-

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morning.

A large number of the Indian com- munity attended the opening ceremony yesterday morning which was presided over by the priest officiating at the Hong- kong Mosqu10, He was assisted by the oficiating priest for Kowloon and the officiating local Chinese priests. Several speeches were delivered. In the afternoon dinner was given to the poor and in the. evening thera

"Maulood Sharif" in the Musjid.

The Vice-Presidents of the New 'Society are "Mr. Abasay, an. Indian merchant in Hongkong and Mr. H. M. Omar, a broker in Hongkong. The Hon. Secretary ja Mr.

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SMALL FIRE.

Bey said they were meeting that night in the shadow of a great loss. Mr. Banker WAS an educated Christian. For rery S. A. Rumjaha amany years he took the deepest intercat in the work of the Church generally and St. Andrew's in particular. He gave of his time, his mouey, his thought nad his prayer. He loved the little Church of St. Andrew's and served it well as n mmeber of its Vestry and as Honorary Treasurer,

TWO RESTAURANTS.

1923 has been a peaceful year," with little to distarb the even tenour of our war. Luckily, the typhoon did not dam age the baillings much, and we were able any delay. The daily round has been en- livened twice by visits to the Coronet Theatre, to see Robin Hood "Orphana the Storm.".

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The usual examinations have taken place. "A test in English was given throughout the Vernacular classes: this proved of great value in fixing a stan- dard to be reached by each division in English.

In the Locals, the school has three Matriculations, our first, three passes in Senior, and eleven passes in Junior, with five Distinctions, one in English, History, Needlework, and two in Chinese. It is the first time we have had distinction in. History and Chinese. One at least of the matriculated hopes to work at the The health of the school has been good. University for a degree in Medicine. Dr. Eslez kindly came to hold a Medical Inspection in June; about 15 per cent of those examined needed treatment by an oculist. In November, Hrs. Hickling came to the school to vaccinate. The Nursing Division helped; the work was done quickly and thoroughly, and in two afternoons 353, girls were vaccinated. The Nursing Division was invited to meet On Saturday, during the early hours, Colonel Palmer, C.B.E., Knight. of Grace the Kowloon Fire Brigade were called of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, out on outbreak of fire at No. 37, a party at Mr. Ho Kwong's country Nankia Stres, used as a restaurant. The house, and an enjoyable afternoon was fire was confined to the kitchen, and only

December 16th saw the thirtieth an- slight damage was done to the property.niversary of the school; the old building The Brigade had no dificulty in checking was opened in 1893, while the new build the outbreak.

ing was alded in 1913. I should like to think that the girls who have been at Ou the previous day there was also an Belitios took back on their school daya Mr. Banker, continued the Vicar, was outbreak of fire at a restaurant at Nos a time of happiness and of good com- man of real affection and very wide 37, Kan Chung Street, at Shamshuipo, sympathies. Not only. St. Andrew's, but when 8200 worth of damage was caused the whole Diocese would mourn the loss by the "üre. Two coolies were injured of a friend. He not only subscribed through jumping from the cockloft where liberally to the Church Missionary So the fire originated and were removed to ciety, but he was a friend of unuy Mis-hospital. The fire was put out in half an sions and individual misionaries.

The Sunday School would always re- sucumber Mr. Banker. Even when he was jving very ill he thought of the scholars and with characteristic generosity sent (thein at dozen crackers to add to their

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one's hope is that, apart from the actual panionship as well as of hard work and knowledge learnt, they bare gained self- control, unselfishness. and strength to all that comes in life. take with calm, pluck, and cheerfulness.

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335/30 and more are wanted at the latter rate. North Chinas are enquired for at, is 140 and China Fires at $110.

Canton Shipping Hongkong, Macao Steamboats have declined to a buying quotation of 18. The weakness is caused by rumours of increased cota- steamers. Star Ferries have been dealt in at $61/6 Douglas Steamships have strengthened and are in demand at the close at 855.

Refineries.China Sugars show some improvenient over last week's closing quotation, the price having advanced From $255 to $269, at which buyers pre- vail. Malabons at $53 have not moved.

Oils and Mining-" Shell" Transports are asked for at 81/- after transactions at 82/1 Raube have been negotiated at 65-10. Kailans could be placed at 60/- Langkats (Combined) at Tls. 34 and Tronohs at 301-

Electric Companies-China Lights were dealt in early in the week at 118), but the market has since receded to 817, at which they could be placed. Hongkong Electrics which were done at $33) at the

outset, have also declined and buyers are now offering 833 Hongkong Trams. touched as high as $27), but soon after- wards developed weakness and sales were made down to 8251.

Docks, Wharves and Godowna Hong- kong and Kowloon Wharves shew a con- siderable drop after the display of strength of last week, and business was down to 8174, but there has since been some recovery and buyers prevail at the close at 8180. Hongkong and Whampos Docks were also affected and the price has depreciated to $160. Shangbai Docks bave cased somewhat and are obtainable at the close at Tls. ." Deals have been made in Nex Lagineerings at Tls. 7.10. Hoogkew Wharves have lapsed to a nominal quotation of Tis, 176.

Lands, Hotels and Buildings-Hong- kong Lands were acgotiated at 899 in the beginning of the week, but the price. ever, firmer again with buyers at $95. soon dwindled to 93. They are, how Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels are a shade easier; hat could be placed at 3204 Humphrey's Estates are steady at 825..

Cotton Mills-Ewos have cased off to Tis. J. Orientals seek buyers at Tls. 53. Shanghai Cottons are offered at Ils.

the nominal quotation..

hour. The premises are said to be in to-day to give away the prizea: the Head 70, while the New shares et Tls, 31 remain

MISSING MOTOR CAR DRIVER

La private life he was a devoted hussured for a sum of $2,500 with the Sincere band, a fond father and always a faith- Company. The cause of the fire has not ful friend. In Church lile he was gener- been ascertained yet. ows, always humble, of a retiring disposi tion but a man of deep convictions. There was little doubt that business anxieties and they were many-aggrav- ated his physical weakness, and it was only after a lingering illness that he finally passed away. "But," concladed | the Vicar, "he is not dead'; he only sleeps."

THE FINERAL

WANTED BY THE POLICE.

In conclusion, I beg to thank those to whom we are indebted first, Lady Stubbs, for her kindness in coming bere master of Queen's College, for allowing us to have this Hall; and all the sub- scribers to the Prize Fund. And I ask the Staff to accept my most grateful thanks for all they have done and are doing, for the school.

Miscellaneous.-China Providents after sales at 829 are rather easier and close with buyers at 82 Dairy Farms were put through at $251, but are enquired for at 821 at the tinte of writing. Green Cements have shown a dropping tendence, males, having been made down to ge, but a spasmodic enquiry for the shares yesterday lifted the price up to $35. They are, however, casier again and shares are to be had at $37. Hong kong Bapes have been distinctly quieter The Hon. Mr. Irving thanked the Head and only a small business has been deue car collision at Shui Po village on mistress for her good wishes. The time from re down to Ses. Watsons have Friday afternoon, in which a coolie met had come, he said, for him to take formanl been in better demand and mark a rise his death, is alleged to be hiding from farewell of them all. He paid a tribute at gas. Hongkong Realty's are a shade to the excellent work of Miss Clark, better and could be placed at $230 after the police. A warrant has been issued under whom Belilios School had pro-sales at 821. Lane, Crawfords have been grossed wonderfully. The school's work bought at $171. There are buyers of for his arrest,

throughout the year had been more than Peak Trams at $15, Union Waterbeats at antisfactory, and be was pleased to hear $171. W Powells at $20 and Taxicabs that three of the scholars had matriculat 841. ated.

This, nuded Miss Clark, was the last prize-giving at which they would have Mr. Irving, and she would, therefore, express, on behalf of the school. their regret at losing him. She wished him

The police are searching for a Chinese motor-car driver, who after a intal motor-all health and prosperity.

It appears that a motor-lorry on the Castle Peak Road was overtaken by a motor-car (driven by the wanted man), The motor-car, according to the driver

The funeral took place at the Protestant Cemetery, Happy Valley, yesterday after- moon, and was attended by a large num ber of sorrowing friends, both European and Chinese. The burial service was con ducted by the Rev, G. B. Lindsay, Vicur of St. Andrew's Church, assisted by the of the lorry, gave no warning of his Hing, Wong Sau King, Hai Wai llan, Rev. G. Arrowsmith. Assistant Vicar: approach, and a collision ensued. The The pall hearers were members of the lorry was thrown over the embankinent May Law, lo Sui Hing, Hung Kit Fong. English Subjects: Class 1-Li Sui Mai (matric.), Can May Ling (matric), Pau Choi Chue (matric), Nellie Chenalley. Beatrice Xavier, Yim Hang Ho.

St. Andrew's Church Vestry, of which the and a coolie sitting on the lorry was deceased was also a member. They were killed. The car, which was filled with Messrs. Packham, J. J. Robson, D. A. passengers, drove on, its driver apparent Parves, and Captain Pyne of the motor ly not being aware of what had occurred. vessel Kong Ning. The chief mourners were Mr. S. E. Green (brother-in-law), Mr. D. S. Green (nephew)'uüd Mr. Pang Patience THO, Mr. C. E. Rathsain, Mrs.

Forward Settlement Days.-29th Janu- Prize winners included the following ary (Tuesday), 26th February (Tuesday) Government Scholarships-Tang Yuk and 25th March (Tuesday), 1924.

Exchange. The T.T. selling rate on London to-day is 2/33.

Class -Ng Shut Hing. Beatrice Ozorio, Ho Yan Chi, Jennie Baker, Fok Kuru Ho, Kwok Tai Ming, Ng Henng You, Ng Shuk Chi, Carmen da Roza, Wan Yun Kwai, Yerng Sui Hing.

Class 3-Fung Sul King, Esther Bose, Kwok Lai Bim.

Class 4-Au Sui Hing, Yung Po Yick, Chan King him.

Cina 5-Hui Lok Yip, 'Hui Wai Han, Tang Kari Chee.

Class 63.-Cissie dos Santos, Francisca Gomes, May. Law, Wiania Yan, Alice Rodriguez.

Rathsam and Annie, Mr. and Mrs. Lo Shiu Ming. At the conclusion of the Cheung It, air. C. S. Roselet, Mrs. burial service the Rev. Mr. Lindsay ex- Russelet and family, Mr. Wu Huy Tong, pressed sympathy with the sorrowing rela- Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Murray, A. Ling and Co., Mr. and Mr. P.. A. Yvanovich, Mr. lives on behalf of St. Andrew's Church.

and Mrs. Wong Kam Fook, Mr. and Mrs Among the exceptionally large number. P. Greaves, Air. and Mrs. Gittins, Mr. of floral tributes were those from the . Jex, Mr. W. Ford, Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Hatsam, Mr. W. A. Fox, Mr. and following:-

Mra. J. Gibson, Mrs. Gelding and family, Mansic (the widow), Ethel, Nasey and Dr., Ars, and Miss. H. W. Woc, Mr. C Baby (deceased's children), Lizzie, Sam K. Young, Mrs. Abraham and family, Mr. and Dedo, James and Ah Ying, Dave and and Mira. Lo Ching Shui, Mrs. Gourdlin Maggie, Ah Chow and Family, Staff of and family, airs A. Burleigh, Mrs. B. ALLEGED FOOTPADS BEFORE Banker and Co., Wuthow Shipping and Carroll and the Misses Smith, Mr. and Nanning Offices, Staff, Asiatic Petroleum Mrs. J. M. Noronha, Mr. and Mrs. U Co the members of the Vestry of St. Bumjuhu, Mr. E. 5. Ford, hir. and Mrs. Andrew's, St. Andrew's Men's Associa W. Smith, Mrs. Anderson, Mr. and Captain and crew of the s.8. Sun On, Airs A. Mackenzie, Mr. El A. Loug, lir. the Hung Fat S.S. Company, the Man and Mrs. D. Harvey, Dr. and Mrs. C. Hing S. Company, Officers of the

Wang, Air. and Mrs. N. Vessoona, Mr. motor-vessel Kong Ning, St. Paul's Col

Mr. and Mrs. W. Goldenburg, Mrs. F.

THE MAGISTRATE

THE STANLEY ROAD ROBBERY.

J. R. Wood at the Magistracy, on Satur Two Chinese woro charged before Mr. day, with highway robbery, in respect of

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*lege Council, Sir Robert and Lady H Lenfesty, Mr. and Mr. F. E. Naab, the holding up of two Chinese women at Tung, Miss Pitts, Mr. G. H. Elliott, Mr. W. Stapleton, Mr. and Mrs. A. Carroll, Stanley and relieving them of jewellery Mr. and Mrs. W. Carroll, Mr. and Mia and other property of the total value of Brage, Dr. G. H. Thomas, Mrs. J. Benton and family, Mr. Chan Harr, Miss Marie Inspector Aris said that most of the Kacker, Mr. and Mrs. T. Arnott, Mr. 8. stolen property was in the possession of E. Ismail, Miss Mackenzie, Mrs. A. Bunje, the first accused when he was arrested, Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Waller, Mr. and Mrs outside the Wongneichong Gap Station. Tregillus, Mr. L. Becker, Mrs. Ho The Booond accused was then accompany Kwong, Mr. and Mrs. II. W, Ahwee, Mrs. ing the first. The case was remanded And Miss Kop Woo."

until Thursday.

1. P. Robinson and family, the Rey A. D. and Mra Stewart, Capt. and Mrs P Going, Dr. 8. C. He and Mr. K. F. Lay, Mr. . H. Lyson, Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Churn, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Hall, Mr. and Mrs. 8. W. Ho, Mr. and Mrs. He Iu, Miss Ho Kam, Mr. and Mrs. Teo Chak Kau, Mr. and Mrs. Tao Chak Wan, Miss

Continued at foot of nezt column),""

HONGKONG TRADE.

The fortnightly report of the General Chamber of Commerce contains the fol- lowing:

Cotton Piece.Goods and Fancy Cotton Goods-During the interval our market has improved and a considerable busi- ness has been done in Greg and White Shirtings and Fancy Goods at calanced. Tates. At the close local values are firm and in some cases advancing. "Manches ter reports a strong market. Olearances are fairly satisfactory.

Cotton Yarn.Since our last report there has been a 'curtain amount of ́en- quiry, but only small business has re-. sulted. Prices, bowever, remained un- changed.Quotations aré-No. 10s $20/ 2103 No. 125 $230/245; No. 16s $240/250; No, 20.8225/235. Arrivals: 700 bales. Shipments n Sales 700 bales, In- sold: 10,00 bales. Bargains: 2,500 bales

Woollens. The market is very quiet, üs is usual at this time of the year. prices are inchanged.

Baw Cottons.No gales to report and

Metala-Market continues quiet and although home prices have dropped, there has been no response from this sido. Spot prices are steady but little businesa în reported..."

Flour-Stock: 500,000.) Market: Dall Window Glass Market continues strong for Epot" lots."

Saltpetre.--Stocks: 19,000 baga. Strong demande for 5 por cent. guarantee,

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