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PUBLIC

MEETING WELCOMED.

PROMINENT MERCHANTS ON NEED OF REGISTRATION.

QUESTION OF SAFEGUARDING THE FUTURE.

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In all sircles in the, Colony the public meeting called by the Hon. general Mr. P. K. Holyank for Monday evening is welcomed. There is a impression that a great deal of pretical good will be accomplished if Community will get together" and consider not only the problems of the present strike but also the means that are possible for, safe. guarding business interests, against wanton attack, in future.

There is another point which the Daily Press suggests might be, con- sidered. That is the dispatch of a cable from the whole of the Hong kong Community, complaining strongly of the way in which the troubles in China arr being misrepresented in many of the Labour papers at Home; ad pointing out that such propaganda, based upon ignorance or the distortion of facts, is encouraging the Chinese to continue their present course and by so doing is placing the lives of British subjects in isolated districts in jeopardy. The Labour people are making, great -- capital out of Chinese crisis which they represent as being entirely conditions under which the Chinese are forced due to the intolerable

to work by Europeans. The statements regarding wages and the long working hours which are continually made are calculated to secure" the sympathy of many well meaning people who do not understand the con- ditions of life in the Far East. Nothing comes from the other side and, in the circumstances, such a cable would probably strengthen very con- siderably the hands of the Home Government in 'dealing with the

situation.

"

(The City Hall has been engaged for the meeting, but arrangements If there have been made to transfer to the Theatre Royal required. is any pubile spirit in the Colony the attendance should all the Theatre to overlowing]

Yesterday the Raily Press obtained the views of Mr. T. (. Weall, the manager of Messrs. Dodwell & Co., and of Mr. 1. H. Cameron the Leneral Manager in Hongkong of the Standard Oil Company, on the posi- tion generally. Their statements are given below and will be read with: interest:-

SAFEGUARDING THE FUTURE MT. G. Weali, Manager of Messrs. Dodwell & Co., stated:-

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QUESTION OF GUILDS.

THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, SATURDAY, JULY 25. 1925

With regard to the guilds, I consider that Labour has every right to have a "At Monday's meeting. I understand. guild provided its alheials do not con cern themselves with politics.. It is prob- the Hon. Mr. Holyoak will deliver an opening speech, in which he will outline ably of general benest to have a recog. the steps to be taken in order to safe.nized guild, with which one can negotiate guard the Colony against strikes in the in the case of a wage dispute. future. It will advocate that no

The registration of all Inhour is tó salaries shall be paid for the month of be recommended, if such a plan is feas June and that no strike pay shall beible without disorganisation. countenanced under any circumstances.

My own view is that for a long time there will be less incentive to build or

to develop land. In consequence, there will be less employment.

I think that quite a number of people here are agreed that both the Govern the past, been undertaking more work ment and private individuals have, in Any than has been justified that is to any that the work on hand employs more labour than the Colony can accommodate. The natural result has been high wages, high cost of Uving and fictitious rents in fact the cost of everything in Hong kong is more than it is in Canton, espr cially coolis hire and house rint for

natives.

view the

"A point that should be made is that the guilds should be given to understand, if possible, that registration serves as much for the protection of bis file em ployees as it does for that of employers

Registration would keep out the When this object is attained an important steps forward will have been wasters.

made.'

AN AMERICAN'S VIEWS.

movement

to

THE LOCAL STRIKE. STEADY FLOW OF RETURNING ABSENTEES.

More strikers returned to ask for re- employment yesterday, and many were genated their request at a reduced-vage. So many ex-employees in various bran- chea of industry, indeed, have resumed their duties that the services of many voluntary workers are at last being dis pensed with, much to the latter's content, And the daily life of the community is gradually approaching the normal. Yes terday's details are as under:-

SHIPPING.

LOOTING IN CANTON." EUROPEANS LEAVE WUCHOW. H.MS. Tung On arrived from Canton yesterday with about 60 passengers, the majority of whom were from Wuchow.

A Chinese, who had been on shore leave while the vessel was in Canton, reported on his return that the city was in a very unsettled state and that there were several dend bodies to be seen on the streets. Gangs of looters were busy and spasmodic ring was heard from mang parts.

** Squeeze ** moary is being exacted from all persons who are going to ships in the river. The Cantonese are also endea - vouring to prevent steamers loading to Macao, it vegetables from Canton being stated that if the produce gets through to Macao it is likely to be later transhipped to Hongkong.

Atm. yesterday there were 92 vessels in the Harbour, of which 51 were British against a total of 100 31 British) for the previous day." Only three arcivals were "registered and 11 de- partures for the 24 hours ended at

Ons of the passengers from Wuchaw a.m. yesterday, compared with 14 arrivals and nine departures for the previous stated that there had been no disturb- were the ances in that city has the scarcity of 24 hours. The three arrivals 8.8. Hautua from Yokohama and Shang food awing the eyeatt had acessitàt- hai; the s.s. Dux from Bangkok anded the withdrawal of Europeans. Now Tohsichang; and the 1.5. Macauer Mart only three Europeans remain in Wa

Both the chow. He further stated that after dark from Kobe and Karaka. Mantun and Vacinar Mary brought all the Europeans had been instructed mails. The vessels that cleared were the to keep within the settlement. 8-8, Tonkin for Haiphong; s.5. Dello for Singapore; as Aki Karu for Manila: 2.3. Hydrangea for Swatow; 3.9. Tak Hing for Au Tau; ii. Toba Maru for Shanghai; s.s. Knut Jarl for Borneo; 3.4. Taikua ar for Swatow; 4.5. Amakuru Maru for. Hoihow; and the x.a. Lahore for Singapore.

The Empress of Russia, whose clearance was delayed on Thursday, left yesterday afternoon, manned by her original Japanese crew.

VICTIMS OF THE PO HING FONG DISASTER.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS.

The funeral of the wife of Mr. T. N. Chat (the local, Chinese barrister and son of the late Mr. Chau Siu (Ki) and of four other members of the family, takes place to-day (Saturday). The pro cession will lease the Tung Wah Hos- pital at about 11.15 a.m. and is timed to arrive at the University play-ground

The Macedinia also sailed yesterday at 12 noon. for the North,

The funeral of the mother of the late Mr. Chau Sin Ki will take place on The Mantua, which mails for Home Monday, leaving the Tung Wah Hos to-day, will take mails for Europe vidpital at 12 noon and arriving at the Marseilles (due Marieilles, August 22nd). Tung Wab Cemetery at 2.13

THE RIVER STEAMERS. The service to and from Macao in- augurated on Thursday by the Charles Hardouin and the laul Beau is proving successful. The boats have been worked by Chinese crews.

It was stated on the Praya yesterday that the Sai On will also be engaged ou the Macan run from today.

Over seventy per cent. of the motor boats are new running in the Harbour and it is anticipated that the fall normal service will be resumed by the week-

end.

CONDITIONS BECOMING NORMAL

it is run under Government suspices, now

rate

the

The funeral of Mr. Chau Siu Ki will take place on Thursday, also at noon.

CORRESPONDENCE.

HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR THE

FAR

EAST.

(TO THE EDITOR OF THE "HONGKONG

DAILY PRESS.

TOLE

Sin,Your comment on my letter which you kindly published in issue of July 23rd has made me realise that I have to some extent created a

my views. wrong impression of

Mr. D. H. Cameron, General Manager During the last few days, large num-

1 have no doubt that quite a number in Hongkong of the Standard Oil Com-bers of Chinese have found permanent pany of New York, considered that the employment as seamen, dockmen, clerks, of men could be found at home, gifted on cooks and houseboys. Some of them were with such business capacity, imagination, a meeting conveno Motday, was an excellent, one even if it amongst those who left their employment and largeness of vision as to be able resulted in nothing beyond a general during the early days of the strike, but to weigh the merits of half a dozen points SMALL LABOUR' DEMAND.

agreement with regard to the re-employ the majority are new men. The old of view and decide correctly between

hands

have in almost all cases been them, who would also be capable of main. taining the dignity of the offer of His "When all the present trouble is ment of those who had ceased work dur

taken back on reduced wages.

The lower wages have generally been. Majesty's High Commissioner for the Far settled, there will be less demand for ing the strike.

As regards the future," he said, "I accepted with a docility that shows the East. labour,

plenty of accommodation and

My doubt is whether British interests rents will drop, thus tending to lower feel sure all American and European strikers have been completely disillusion-

residents would welcome some form ofed regarding the value of strike agita in the Far East are magnificent enough the whole cost of living.

foregoing registration for Chinese labour.

Unless tions. Bearing in

About twenty men refused the for, such an outlay and display.

May I be allowed to add that as the factors, I consider that some "reduction

of wages imposed at

Minister at home would be in wages should be made when re-engag.

too busy a man to exercise direct con- ing old servants, who have left their en-

Government machinery "should finded them. ployers in the lurch during the recent little difficulty in organising a scheme of With the return of the workers, the trol over the High Commissioner a new registration. The Standard Oil Company harbour has taken on again its old-time Minister would have to be appointed who employs a considerable number of men in activity, and with the re-opening of the would be able to speak for British Far different parts of the world and the remarkets and re-commencement of build-Eastern interests on terms of equality cord of each is tabulated and available ing operations, the city is quickly return with existing Ministers. If the High ing to normal conditions. There was an Commissioner only maintained an Agent all-day service of the trams yesterday in London, this Agent would be liable apy conflict when required by any of our branches.

and native shops were open up to a late to be silenced in case

of opinion between the High Commission- hour.

er and the Home Departments which might come up for the Prime Minister's decision-Yours faithfully,

DOUBTER.

strike.

REGISTRATION OF SERVANTS. "I am fully in favour of the registra pulsory on the part of the employer. All servants should be registered at the ofice of the Secretary for Chinese Affairs; oo" payment of a small fee they would he furnished with a registration card, containing each person's photograph and a complete record of service.

tion of servants. It should be made com.

THE MAIN ISSUE. One of the main points, which must be impressed upon those who attend the meeting on Monday, is the absolute neces.

Dr.

however, it will be worse than useless. Naval dockyard but over 600 have accept Prime

THE HIDDEN HAND.

on

With regard to the present trouble- in Hongkong labour circles, I imagine that a solution will result from the public meeting Monday, provided the Colony's leaders impress upon those pre- sent the need. for a firm stand now, in order to prevent strikes in the future.

ANOTHER RALD ON IDLERS. Another raid to round up idlers was carried out by the police and military authorities yesterday morning.

The raid was conducted in the area which includes Sun, Moon, Stär, and Wingfung Streets, Wanchai.

The . Su Tick and the Tax Hing Have gone to Shaomei and will probably bring back some livestock and egge. At present eggs are reaching the Colony from Macao and Taipo. The Dairy Farm has ample supplies of potatoes in stock.

1*

I have heard it said that the Governintendent of Police). Mr. Dlocalities in the Chinese residential cen

ment has not been firm enough. My own opinion is that the Hongkong authorities

The coxswains of the Harbour launch Victoria and of the E.D. 7, the marine

"The more serious aspect, to my mind, A detachment of the 1st Battalion, the of everyone acting together is that Labour had no grievance of any East Surrey Regiment, under the .com y with regard to the question of pay

sort and in most cases very few employess mand of Capt. Swinton, MC, drew

Gordon around the arca, after which returned. At present, there is a regular struck of their own volition..

police officers upder the supervision of

P. F.J. Wodehouse, C.I.E. (Captain More special guards for different scramble to get them. I know of amahs being paid $35 per mansom and on To list there are names of people will

(Deputy

Superintendent of

tres have, bech raised. ing to pay as high na 45 for the services have achieved wonders with the minimum Felice), and Mr. L. V. Booth (Assistant of an wuah. An appeal to the public, of compulsion. I have only just learned Director of Criminal Intelligence) car at Monday's meeting, should have the that the border at Lowa has been guard ried out a house-to-house search. desired effect. The public have put "Ped by two policemen until Thursday After a first combing out had been superintendent's launch, have been taken with the inconvenience of the strike for night, when two platoons of Indian in carried through, about sixty persons were back, bus in each case on low grade pay. a month; and Tefeel-gure they will agree. fantry were requisitioned as a precau fondly taken into custody and marched Yesterday half a dozen newly-passed-out to hold out longer if the matter is put tionary measure. Most people were under to the Central Police Station handcuffed ecxswains and engineers drew the squip- to them in the right light.

Public utility companies have already the impression that troops had been there in pairs. The President of the Painters ment of almot strikers at the Harbour

since June 21st. blazed the trail and the Water Company,

"Those who trace the trouble, to weak. for which my arm are agents, is no ex-

aess zhown by the Powers during the

A number of postmen have returned to ception

The crews of the Company's 10 boats.disturbances in Peking, in the spring of recently returned and applied to be re 1992, have probably found the key to the the GP.O., and one of the Post Office instated I took the coxswains out onto the puzzle... The local strike was not of local launches is now running manned by a ins to their customers. We were in- verandah, pointed to the deserted harbour birth. When the interested Powers can Chinese crew. and told them that no more than three agree upon plans whereby, China can bo crews could be given employment until given a stable Government then-and

Guild was one of the prisoners.

GENERAL NOTES.

Office

Through the acquisition of a skeleton. staff of Chincas boys the Café. Wiseman are now able to serve both hot and cold formed yesterday by the management that many more boys are yet required, They everything is running very smoothly. seamen returned to work. The crews then only will the outports of China and the Railway yard at Kowloon. were engaged on the minimum, scale of the Chinese Colony of Hongkong be free have been re-engaged, but with materially Rome of the lady voluntary helpers have WAKON, settled after the strike of 1922. from agitators paid to disorganiar trade reduced wagen There was great competition as to who have absolute faith that both the Ame

A number of fitters have returned to but that the position, has unproved and

now been able to leaver

The following boats are now running should form the three crews required. I rican and British Governments have plans When the Charles Murdouin returned allowed the men to arrange the matter in the making, which ere long will restore from her first trip to Macao on Thurs from Canton to Macio dailylang simong themselves. The question of June order out of chaos. It must always be day evening, she brought back a large Cheong, Sking Cheong and Kwong Ting. pay or strike pay was never raised. The borne in mind that, for the moment, all number of Chinese pacsengers who had It is also stated that the Froz Un will anxious to placate mule their way down from Canton. Soin, this trip. From Macao to Hong men were only too pleased at the prospect Governments are of obtaining employment and never Labour, and, watchful waiting is often mistaken for weakness. At the moment, rooted the question of June wages,

Long

daily are running the Pail Bean,

At the Central Polier Station yesterday Charles Hardouin, San Ning, Kehow, "I take it that the re-employment of the outlook is far from bright, but I am there was a lessened demand for labour effion or household employees will depend confident that Hongkong will weather the ere on the part of employers, this being on the employers who should encounter sinn and that business in the Far East attributed to the fact that regular work

ers are returning. Tittle dificulty in re-engaging the men wil he booming before many months are

(Continued on hert (olumn), on their (the employers) own terms.

past.'

and Chuen Ghous in addition to the Sai On, which is reported to be going on this run from to-day, it is further stated that the On Lee will also be put. on the same route.

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