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THE HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, MONDAY, MARCH 25, 1929.

INDIGNATION IN CANTON. CAPSUIMUN KILLING THE AIR CIRCUS." REQUIEM MASS FOR

THREE-DAY ULTIMATUM TO CHIANG

KAI SHEK.

TROOPS MOVING TO KWANGTUNG NORTHERN

BORDER.

COMMUNISTS EXPLOITING THE SITUATION.

Our Canton correspondent sends us a graphic and important account of the situation in Canton and Kwangtung generally. The city is solid behind Marshal Li Tsai Hsin and the Garrison Commander has sent a sharp request for his release-its tone. amounting, our correspondent considers, to an ultimatum.

Trcops from all parts of the Liang Kwang provinces are being rushed to the Northern border, though this is partly due to a serious outbreak of the Communist brigands who are already exploiting the Wunan-Nanking differences. Meanwhile there is another run on the Central Bank of China and general apprehen- sion" prevails.

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AFFAIR.

PILOT CHARGED.

ECHO OF LEUNG KWONG DISASTER.

At the Kowloon Magistracy on Saturday Lo Tai, pilot of the .. Anjou, appeared before Mr. T S.. Whyte-Smith on a charge that "he did on May 9, 1927; feloniously kill and lay one F. E. A. Martin and others on board the .. Loung Kwong at Capsuimun."

EXCELLENT PROGRAMME AT THE QUEEN'S.

PICTURES SHEWING THIS WEEK.

THE SAMOAN DANCERS.

[BY OUR FILM CRITIC.).

I strongly recommend a visit to the Queen's to-day. The programme is an unusually good one.

His Worship commented that the

"The Air Circus in a picture charge was very unusual inasmuch as the accused was charged with of youth, acted by young people

killing and slaying."

with verve and enthusiasm. Most Sub-luspector Andrews said that of the action takes place in a dying in making out the charge he had school and a large proportion of adbored as far as possible to the the scenes are taken in the air. I wording on the warrant.

can remember no pictures of sero The Magistrate inquired the planes which gave me so nearly charge would be amended later. the impression of actual movement The Inspector replied that through the air, and seemed to make thought

the words "and the machines so real and necessary others" would have to be deleted,

Mr. Whyte-Smith remarked that a part of the drama.

The three chief characters are in fairness to the accused he should

MARSHAL FOCH.

INTERNATIONAL GATHERING AT R.C. CATHEDRAL.

FATHER BYRNE'S ORATION.

A Requiem High Mass was cole- brated at 10 a.m. on Saturday in the Roman Catholic Cathedral in bonour of the late Ferdmand Foch, Marshal of France and Generalis- simo of the Allied Armies in the Great War.

Bishop Henry Valtorta, the Vicar Apostolic of the Colony, officiated, assisted by Fr. Biottarie (French) and. Fr. Noval, the head of the Spanish Dominican Mission in Hong Kong. The large number of priests of various nationalists, and the presence of the Consular Body, of His Excellency the Governor (Sir Cecil Clemonti, E.C.M.G.), Government Officials, and represa tatives of the various communities of the Colony, invested the service with a peculiarly wide and inter

CANTON DENOUNCES CHIANG KAI SHEK. know who he was charged with kill- Sue Carol, David Rollins and national sigrificance.

ing

Evidence of arrest was given by Inspector Lanigan who said that at [FROM OUR CHINESE CORRESPONDENT.] the Congress to declare war en 6.30 6.1, on March 12, he arrested Wuhan," he said bitterly. "Chiang the aconsed on board the s.s. not only detained Marshal Li butAnjou, and took him to the Cen- all those whose views did not coin tral Police Station. cide with his own as well. Thus

Defendant alleged that he did not Wu Tze Hui, Wu Han Min, and know why he was arrested. even Admiral Chen Cank, are re-

CANTON, March 24. There is widespread indignation and alarm in Canton at Chiang Kai Shek'a desention of Marshal Li Tsai

Replying to the Magistrate, In-

Arthur Lake, though Charles Delaney as the principal of the school, and Louise Dresser as the hero's mother, have also big parts, which they play with conspicuous unselfishness as older people in a story of youth.

Palestrina's Requiem was chosen, being chanted by the officiating priests from the altar, and taken up in the responses by the voices of other priests from the choir at the far end of the Cathedral.

Hsin. Rumours have been current ported to have been likewise de- spector Lanigan said that he had intensely keen to become a flyer the Catafalque which stood before

for several days but the news wtained. That Chiang Kai Shek is not widely credited until oficial destroying the unity of China is information was received on Friday night.

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Canton appears to be, solidly be bind Marshal Li Tsai Hsin and local officials declare that his con- tinued detention is likely to have

obvious. But the 8th Military

aubmit not

cautioned the accused, and also re posted to the Chief Oficer on board

the Anjou.

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Route, who have behind them His Worship That is not answer. great record in the revolutionary ing my question. Have you any movement, will

to reason to think that defendant threats of this kind. We want knew why he was being arrested?" peace and we will not quarrel with

Inspector Lanigan replied that he most serious consequences. "Mar-Sänking unless we are compelled to had reported to the Captain and abal Li," said one official, "went do so,

the Chief Officer and had told them to Nanking to mediate between the Wuhan and the Nanking factions at

why he wanted the accused. Chiang's request. He made conces sion after concession in favour of Nanking and did everything in his power to uphold the authority of Nanking Government.

entrusted to the newly crganised "The protection of Canton is now

have just received, a First Independent Regiment.

cablegram trom the North stating that other Kwangtung leaders have made good their escape from Nanking and are

accused, Addressing the

the

David Rollins takes the part of "Baddy," the hero, whe although

cannot conquer a fear of the air consequent to a crash early in his training. Of course, in the end he rises triumphant and it is part of the charm of the picture that his companions accept this as they would in real life, "not as a heroic Buddy" episode. In contrast to is Speed," the dare devillad who has a little respect for the air as be has for anything else. A

Sue

The service was divided into three main parts, the High Requiem ass, the address delivered by Fr. G. Byrne, S.J., and the blessing of the High Altar surrounded by candles. Chopin's Funeral March, played by Maestro Riganti on the grand organ, brought a impres- sive service to a close.

Amongst those present were M. Dufaure de la Prade, His Excel- lency the Governor (Sir Cecil Clementi, K.C.M.G.) accompanied by Captain F. G. Billiton, A.D.C., representatives of the Government

Sisters of the various Religious Orders established in the Colony, as well as many members of the general public.

I Magistrate said that it was quite clever, and natural characterisation and of the Consular Body, thei

right that the Inspector did not given by Arthur "Lake. inform him why he was being Carol is sister to the principal of the aviation school and one of his In England it is arrested.

instructors.

Accused remarked that even at

"In addition to this. Marshat Li' now in safety. Pending the retrura that moment he did not know what doubtful whether the best qualifier-

was at Nanking as the bead of of General Chen Teai Tong, I shall the Liang Kwang provinces delega-be responsible for peace and good tion to the Kuomintang Conference. order in Kwangtung."

the charge was.

Mr.. Whyte-Smith replied that the charge had been read to the accus- interpreter.

This Congress in the embodiment It appears that Canton will un-ed only a few minutes ago by the

of the highest authority of the land and is supposed to have power over the Government itself. An im possible state of affairs will arise if the delegates have no guarantee of personal scl!. conduct., Marshal Li is one of the most enlightened of the national leaders and of un- questioned integrity, If he is not Framune from Chiang's high handed ness then no one is safe."

Other expressions of indignation were equally strong.

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doubtedly be involved if there is war between Nanking and Hankow. During the last two days 8,000 troops have poured into Canton from the West River on their way

Accused then said that he was not guilty as he had never killed anybody.

A week's formal remand was given.

:

ANOTHER ARMED ROBBERY. GANG DRIVEN OFF BY SHOUT

ING VILLAGERS.

Shiukwan by the Canton Hankow Railway. These troops were from the 4th Army, under the command of General Chen Tsai Tong. a loyal adherent of Marshal Li. It consists of three Divisions, che of which is stationed in Korg- moon and the other two are in Shiuhing on the West River and in GARRISON COMMANDER'S

Sheklung in the East River respec

According to a report made to the INDIGNANT · CABLE.

Li's most reliable troops. Two big in the village of Samukling early tively. They are considered Marshal police, four men raided a house A father, General Tang Shin Tsang, Can rice sampans and several junks yesterday afternoon. ton Garrison Commander and net.

were commandeered last Thursday mother, two daughters, and a son ing Director of the Headquarters of and ordered to Kongmoon and were resting at the time when they the 8th Military Route, has sent a Shiuhing to transport troops back

were surprised. sharp note to Marshal Chiang Kai to Canton. Several thousands of One of the men produced a re- Shek demanding a full explanation nea under

Brigadier Generals volver, another brandished a knife, Heang Han Ping and Yu Hau while the other two armed, with able lieutenants of sticks, mounted guard at the door General Chen Tsai Tang, have also By means of threats, they obtained moved to Shiukwan "and northern 827. Kwangtung and. are awaiting eventualities A detatchment from the troops under Brigadier General Chen Chang Po is also on its way to northern Kwangtung.

for his action in detaining Marshal

Li. The note is tantamount to an Mow, two

ultimatum to the Nasking camp and

• gave Marshal Chiang three days in which to reply. A free translation of the note is as follows:-

COMMUNIST SUCCESS..

While they were searching the house, however, the eldest son es caped through a rear exit and gave the alarm to neighbours who sex up such a shouting that the robbers

made off.

Marshal Li Tsai Hsin has been supporting you and the Nationalist Movement for many years and has always been loyal and devoted to both country and Party. In the matter of purging the Party of Communists he was solidly behind Serious Communist trouble has The 11th Army (General Chen Ming you, facing all kinds of dangers, again broken out in souther Fu Shu's force) is in southern Kwang- and overcoming the greatest-di-kien-and-along--the-borders of tung and its attitude is, non-com- culties. He went to Nanking for | Kwangtung and Hunan. These mital. So far none of its units has the third time the last year when desperadoes are said to number been ordered to move. malicious rumeurs of all kinds were over 3,000 and are fairly well acm-

ment.

tang.

tions would admit her to the post, for she dresses and behaves in a way not at all conducive, one would think, to the peace of mind of as piring young sirmes. However, the school was in California where ali things are possible!

Captain T. T. Laurenson, D.B.C., president of the Ex-Active Service Men's Association, and Secretary of the Chias Coast Officers' Guild, represented those bodies, many of whose members were also present.

Father Byrne's Sermon, ". A most inspiring address Was given by Father G. Byrne, S.J., during the service, in the course of which reference was made to the fact that the speaker was, in his early days. fellow-student of Marshal Foch's brother."

The text "was from the Book of Job xiv. 10.

"But man, when he shall be dead and stripped" and consumed, I pray you where is he? "Ferinand Fach, Marshal of

is France,

dead," he began. **Within a few hours of his death, the world knew it. For an hour or

two in Paris, the wheels of com- merce will pause, the streets will be crowded; the crowds will have thoughts other than the thoughts of pleasure or gain. The cities of Europe will have sent of their best to walk in funeral procession be- bind military bands, which play solemn music-music of mufted

drums.

The story moves along with a rush and every scene is interesting and crisp. The Air Circus is a film which you will enjoy and remember. THE SAMOAN DANCERS. The Samoan" Dancers, after a auccessful week in Canton, have re of their delightful turned full enthusiasm, and received a very warm welcome at the Queen's yes gramme, taking about half an hour, of songs and dances, which is ex- terday. They give a short pro-

cellently arranged, so that each item merges into the next with no in- terval. The experience which they have gained since they come first to Hong Kong about three weeks ago has borne good fruit, and their stage presentation has become more practiced, without detracting in the least from the spontaneous and happy atmosphere of their enter- tainment. They are appearing at all houses, to-day and tomorrow, before leaving for a "European tour, and if you have not already seen them you should spare no effort to do so, for they will give you an experience of the delightful and

Foch. was a leader. At best a carefree life of Samoa, which is altogether unique and unforget-leader is one to whom God seems to have given & greater share in His own strength. The use of this strength will lift up the feeble and encourage the faint-hearted. But the misuse of it may make deserta of flourishing cities. He alone de serves the lasting gratitude of man- kind who, be he teacher or leader, seeks to show forth the greatness of

he makes of the gifts. When a inan To-morrow: "Skirts," Syd. Chaplin's latest comedy and "The do this in an heroic degree, we Sumona Dancers," farewell perfor call him a saint. We honour him mance with a change of programme. in a special way, because by hon- Wednesday to Saturday: Four uring him we feel that we are Sous,"

war story with an all honouring God. star cast. :

able

PICTURES SHEWING THIS

" WEEK.

Queen's.

and

To-day:-"The Air Circus "The Samoan Dancers." At 9.15

Curci.

"After a moving description of the scene in Paris before the Arch of Triumph, and some personal re- miniscences of the great Marshal, the preacher went on:-

Chen Ming Shu Anxious, circulating. But the Marshal paided and organised under the leader- General Chen Wing Shu, head no heed to them whatever, and ship of Chu Tak and Mo Chak of the

Kwangtung Provincial calmly submitted himself to the Tung, two notorious bandit Com-Administration, who is lying at the orders of the National Govern munists. Taking advantage of the Government Civil Hospital in He went to Naaking this quarrel between Nanking and Wu Hong Kong, has wired to Generals month as the leader of the Kwang han they have left their fairs in the Wang Shiu Hung and Tang Shih. Recital by Madame Galli the Giver God, by the use which tung delegation to the Third mountains and captured Pak Shek, National Congress of the Kuomin- an important town in southern sang entreating them not to resort His integrity, devotion and Hunan. From there they are rapid to military force. He added that the nature of his mission are plainly advancing towards Wo Ping and both Nanking and Wuhan desire as daylight. There is, and should Fing Ping. If they take those resorting to arms.

e satisfactory settlement without not be, the slightest suspicion. what places Nan Hung, a strategic point

He requested the two Generals to But to our great surprise near Shiukwan in northern Kwang smooth matters, down, and to fur- reports have come to hand to the tung, will be threatened. At present ther the cause of peace. effect that Marshal Li has been General Wong Yin Yin, Rehabilita forcibly detained.

At first we tion Commissioner for Northern thought they жете groundless Kwangtung, and Brigadier General rumours and tried to relate them. Liu Woon Im, commander of the But their protracted persistency is Third Division of the 15th Army not without reason and you are are in their field against the rebels. requested not to listen to the ad-"

ever.

vice of unscrupulous and the un principled men and in so doing."

TROOP MOVEMENTS.

destroy the unity of China. If you. But the object of despatching so do, you will incur the indignation large a body of troops to Northern of the Chinese people, and you will not find it easy to win back the confidence of the soldiers and the staff of the 9th Military Route. You are requested to take note of this and reply us.

(Signed) TANG SHIA TRANG, Chief of Staff of the 8th Military Route.

"

DESTROYING THE UNITY OF

General Chen deprecated military force as ineffective and dangerous and concluded by hoping they will try to settle the situation.

General Chen has also wired to Marshal Chiang, asking him to restore the freedom of Marshal Li.

RUN ON THE BANK.

People are apprehensive and their fear reacts on the Central Bank of China. There was another

·World.

,

To-day--At 220, 5.00; 7.15 and 0.20, The Merry Widow," with John Gilbert, Roy d'Arcy and Mae

Murray.

It is not ours to judge the sanc- tity of the great Leader and great Teacher, who has passed to God. But this we do know, Foth was n alike honour him. Rulers and man. To-day soldier and civilian statesmen will bow to greatness, as the coffin passer. They will do more than bow to the remains of Ferdinand Foch; they will respect Thursday and Friday:The in their heart of hearts a man who never sacrificed his convictions to Play Girl," with Madge Bellamy.

Saturday and Sunday: Wolf expediency, who never stifed the voice of conscience when to do so

To-morrow and Wednesday:- "Fireman Save My Child," with Wallace Beery and Raymond Hat

ton.

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run on the Bank on Saturday, the Fongs," an exoclient story of a building being beseiged by clamour-pack of wild dogs and a tragic would have meant a temporary.

Star.

At 5.30 and 9.20.

gain.

Kwangtung is to protect the Pro- vince from a possible invasion by Chiang Kai Shok and if necessary the troops will proceed to Hunan and Kiangst to support Wuhan against ing crowds wanting to have their heroine. Nanking. Kwangsi is co-operating notes changed for silver. No money

When in the hour of victory he with Kwangtung and is also dechangers in the street are changing

was received at the Cathedral of patching a strong force to its the notes now, but they are still To-day: West Point." William Strasbourg. His voice trembled northern border. The latest reports accepted by merchants at face Haines and Joan Crawford in a with emotion as he said to Canon from Kwangsi state that three of value. Everybody is now keeping. General Wu Ting Yang's regimente silver money and passing on bank picture of America's Sandhurst, Schaekele': have been ordered to. Kweilin from notes. Linchow.

Meanwhile nocturnal restrictions "General Tang Shih Trang, in con-

It Kwangtung is drawn into the are again enforced in Cantan. In versation with the local Fressmen conflict only the 4th Army will be certain quarters, including the on Saturday at the Headquarters able to offer effective service. In front of the Central Police Station of the 8th Military Route, said that conversation with a military doctor and Marshal Li Taai Hin's house be and all the soldiers of the 8th of the oth-Army the writer was told no person or vehicle in allowed to Military Boute are most indignant that 5th Army cannab very well pass after 10 p.m. The number of at the detention of Marshal L. leave their territory just now, Police patrolling the streets has Chiang Kai Shek detained Mar- owing to banditry and brigandnge. been increased. So far no arrests

(Continued on gežt Column), of any sort have been made. shal Li because he could, not get

CHINA. *

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also Nina and Jacques-dancers..

To-morrow and Wednesday: "The Latest from Paris," with Norma Shearer, in a comedy of love and business.

Thursday and Friday:The King of Kinga"

Baturday and Sunday:"The King of Kings," at 2.30 and 8:30. At 9.15, The Banrard Musical Comedy Company in "Lido Lady"

"Yes, the victory is oura. But this victory we owe to God: it is to thank Him that I have come here."!

Ferdinand, Foch.. is dead. The || Marshal's band will never grasp the baton again; No, brethren, Ferdinand Foch is not dead. It is true that the soldier's hand is still It is true that the soldier's brain will never again think out the (Continued at foot of next column')

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problems of war. But Ferdinand of the Somme. Ho has passed the Foch, the man, is alive. He has frontiers of time, where man thinks passed; that is, his great immortal not of war. He has entered the soul has passed frontiers greater land of eternal peace. May it than the barriers of the Marne, sound the same victory for ust