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PRINCE HENRY ARRIVES IN

HONG KONG.

ROYAL WEATHER AND A ROYAL, WELCOME.

BUSY DAY OF FORMAL AND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENTS.

By a strange chance the arrival in Hong Kong yesterday of H... the Duke of Cloucester "coincided with two events of very great interest, throughout the British Empire, Yesterday happened to be the birthday of the Duke's sister, H.R.H. Princess Mary, and also aa anniversary which is very solemnly observed throughout Australasia-Anzac Day. The heavy grey and black clouds hovering ever Hong Kong early yesterday morning had passed away by the time the great P. & O. liner Morca entered harbour at ten o'clock, and sunshine and blue

kies greeted the Duke of Gloucester as he landed at Queen's Pier an hour later. THE PRINCE STEPS

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SCENE ON QUEEN'S PIER.

The official landing of Prince Henry was timed for 11-.. bu an hour earlier crowds were lining the streets and balconies giving on to Statue Square, and the Star" Ferry Wharf was thick with spects tors, some of whom had

even climbed to the roof.

Queen's Per was decorated with

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dags, palms, aad & red carpet which was upon the steps. On the pier were gathered members of the

Executive and Legislative Councila, the Consular Body, representatives of the Churches and of His Majesty's

Services.

Drawn up in front of the pier was the Guard of Honour provided by the Somerset Light Infantry, under command of Capt. Strachey.

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Low-lying clouds swirled around the top of the Peak and many an- xious glances were directed "sky- ward. But rain beld' off and, os casionally, the rays of the sun penetrated the grey panoply over-

It is particularly gratifying to

We have memories of the year head. The crash of guns broke the knew that Your Royal Highness is 1099 when Hong Kong welcomed ed among the hills, and the distant ose of conveying to His Imperial Wales; and three years later when expectant stillage and reverberat Proceeding to Japan for the pur His Royal Highness the Prince of strains of the National Anthem, ajesty, the Emperor of Japan and His Majesty's Ship Hawkins was The Duke of Gloucester then is followed by echoed cheers, indicate Japanese people a token of the on her Far Eastern Commission, spected the Guard of Honour, theed to the crowd that His Royal exist and which will; we hope, con- was stationed in this very place. high esteem and friendship which | His Royal Highness Prince George National Anthem being played by Highness had landed at Statuetinue to exist between the British Thus within a single decade have the band of the Somerect Light | Pier. Infantry, 15 he stepped off the At similar functions at Home, Pier, and entered a motor-ear for one could exchange good-humoured his drive round the streets.

badinage with the proverbial Lon- The Royal Vaitor is a slender den "Bobby," but, on this occa young muin with a small moustache.sion, we who waited had to be con- and the same charming nanner tent, for obvious reasons, to admire which distinguishes all the Royal the pipe clayed topees of the blue Princes. He was wearing on this jackets and the burnished instru- occasion, a white aniform with the ments of the band. blue ribbon of the Garter.

A GLIMPSE OF VICTORIA.

The H.E. Volunteer Defence Force were in Connaught Road between Queen's Pier and the Star Ferry WEST POINT EN FÉTE. Wharf under commander of Major R. A. Wolfe Murray and alongside

The short drive taken by the them were some álty members of the British Legion led by Mr. J. Prince and his party round the W. Jumes and members of the Exity between the official landing Active Service Men's Association and his reception in the City Hall, under Mir. T. T. Laurensen.

was by way of Connaught Road and“ the Prays to West Point. There the party tursed up Hill Road and Boria Queen's Road to the City Hall.

His Excellency the Governor (Sr Cecil Clementi," K.C.M.G.), accoin. panied by members of his staff, went out on the launch Britannin to the Muren, which was anchored fo mid-harbour, to greet His Royal Highness, returning at 10.50 to Queen's Pier.

The approach of the launch Lila carrying the Prince with his staff was heralded by the playing of the National Anthem from the quarter deck of HM.S. Suffolk, and as flis Royal Highness stepped out of the launch to be greeted by H.D. the Governer a Royal salute was fired by the sanie warship and given by the Guard of Honour..

The whole route was decorated with flage both British and Chinese. and number of people watched from the pavements and balconies overlocking the road. At the june tion of H Road and Queen's Road West where the big Chinese Restau. rants are situated the Kam Ling, which the Prince will visit tö-mor- row, and the Man Kwok-Was 8 huge triumphal arch which over topped the buildings. It stretched right across the road in three arches and was built up in three tiers, the second showing one of those scenes of the Chinese Heavens which are often seen on ceremonial occasions in the Chinese quarter. The whole arch was made of coloured and pic. tured matting and was decorated with a message of welcome in large letters, flowers and Bags, Two

CROWD AND ROYAL GUARD.

Expectant Crowds,

and Japanese nations. Colony of Hong Kong has had to During the past few years, the face unprecedented political and financial difficulties, but we are glad to be able to tell Your Royal Highness that these difficulties are now things of the past. We hope that the friendly relations to-day existing between this Colony and the Chinese people are settled and

three of His Majesty's Sona stopped tion for this distant Island which and stayed here, a Royal distinc- has surely never been equalled.

with all respect and from the depths Now all of us, old and young, of our hearts pay our tribute of loyalty to His Majesty the King with, the prayer that you will convey this tribute to him.

ly as the noise of an approaching perity which will redound to the of years both for His Majesty and Then the crowd swayed expectant-permanent. and we trust that there! And we tender our heartfelt wishes is now dawning a new era of pros of boundless prosperity and length motor-cycle was heard. The arrival of a Chinese detective with a Euro-benefit not only of this Colony but for Your Royal Highness, and of

of the Far East generally..

continued peace for the Empire. pean colleague in the sidecar caus-

During the recent troubles His ed warning commands to be given. Majesty thought fit, for the protec- anes and unfeigned sincerity we Wherefore with respectful obeis- In perfect unanimity, the bluetion of his subjects and their pro- now offer up this our Ode:- jackets and soldiers were called to attention.

"Present Ar-r-r-ms !!!. "Swish! Click! Slap!"

As one man, the guard became galvanised into actior, sloped arms, and stood steady, awaiting the next commiand.

perty, to increase" His. Naval and Military Forces in the Far East. We are grateful for His Majesty's concern on our behalf. We here did what was in our power for the health and comfort of His Majesty's. Sailors and Soldiers and are deeply appreciative of His Majesty's re- cognition of our citizens who assist- ed in those endeavours

Four Big Cars. Almost silently, it seemed, four The population of.. the Colony big cars awang into the square. continues to increase, but such in- Guards were called to attention aerease brings with it enhanced res a tall, blue-sashed figure clad in ponsibilities. It may interest Your white uniform, bedecked with Royal Highness to know that the medals, stepped out of the lending Colony is at the moment engaged sár, accompanied by His Excellency in an extensive scheme of improved the Governor, their Aides-de-Camp, water supply. The winter months and Chiefs of Staffs.

were exceptionally dry and this drought bas necessitated irksome restrictions. Our improved water supply is designed to meet the needs of all sections of the Colony's population.

Came another command, rifes clashed as the Guard presented arms, the colours were lowered in Royal salute, and then the band crashed forth the strains of the

National Anthem,

The Duke had arrived.

Followed an inspection of the Guard, and then the party entered the City Hall for the presentations of addresses of welcome.

The Port of Hong Kong etili holls its dominant position as n world shipping port, and work is in progress to enable this Colony take its place as one of the great Air Ports of the future.

Now is our Prince

Young in years but sage in

counsel;

Beside his skill in letters He is well versed in martial

affairs.

Of late he has received the

King's behest

And bears the token of his East-

ern mission'; Where'er chariot

c

points his starry

There do all men feel the soft

air of his benevolence.

Upon his devious travels he

comes among, us

Te visit us his people; We crane the neck to see his

Royal person

With shouts of joy like thunder.. Tiny is our rocky islet

But for long has it been girt by ...

the Royal benevolence; High is his virtue and his good-

ness is spread abroad Reaching to the humblest of us

bis subjects.

To see with our eyes the Royal

presence

This is to enjoy a glorious for-

tune;

With unfeigned sincerity we

offer up this Ode,

This humble tribute of our rude

verses.

HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS.

We sincerely regret that the dora- The electric candelabra caused tion of Your visit is short, but we the gold braid of the naval and realise that You have many and military officers on the platform to important duties to perform, and glitter and added brilliance to the we can only hope that Your Royal scene. Obviously pleased with his Highness will take away pleasant

His Royal Highness memories of your sojourn bere. reception, took his seat after the band We wish Your Royal Highness a. of the Punjabis had played the fair voyage and a safe return National Anthem. Came a brief Rome, and we beg You on reach- hush .AS His Excellency the ing England to convey to our Be- Governor, "Sir Cecil Clementi, rese loved Sovereign & message assuring HONG KONG'S," LOYAL SPIRIT and bowed to the Duke, The Him of the loyalty and devotion we Governor then briefly introduced bear Him, and of our joy at His His Royal Highness and called recovery from His recent illness.

Hong Kong, April 25, 1829. upon Sir Henry Pollock to present the address of welcome from the British community.

FROM THE CHINESE

COMMUNITY. »

Having shaken hands with His Excellency, the Royal Visitor was then presented to the following gentlemen who formed the recep tion party on the Pier-Vite Admiral A. K Waistell, C.-in-C., China Station: Major-General J. W Sandilanda, C.B., C.зLG., D.S.O., the Colonial Secretary (the Hon. smaller arches had beer erected in Mr. W. T. Southorn, C.M.G.), the Queen's Road West, and several Attorney-General (the Hon. Si more of these miniature temples Joseph Kemp, K.C., C.B.E.), the were hung overhead front one side Secretary for Chinese Affairs (the of the street to the other. Hon. Mr. R. A. C. North), the Colonial Treasurer (the Hon. Mr. Mel, Messer, OBE), the Director OUTSIDE THE CITY HALL. of Public Works (the Hon. Mr. H. T. Creasy, C.B.E.), the Harbour Master (Commander G. F. Hole. LX.), the Director of Medical and Sanitary Services (the Hon. Dr. A. Wellington), the Acting C.SP. (the Hoa, Mr. T. H. King), the Hon. Sir Henry Pollock. K.C., the Hon. Sir Shou Son Chow, the Hon. M. B. D. F. Beith, the Hon. Mr. W. E L. Shenton, the Hon. Mr. J. P. Braga, the Hon. Dr. S. W. Too, O.B.E.. Ar. D. W. Tratinan, the Hon. Dr. R. 1. Kotewall, C.L.G.. the Hon. Mr. A. C. Hynes, the Right Rev. the "Bishop of Victoria (Bishop C. C. Duppuy), his Lordship Bishop Valtorte, Pay A bevy of ladies took up a posi HONG KONG'S MESSAGE OF Captain Ayre, R.N., CBE, His tion of vantage on seats to the Honour the Chief Justice (Sir front of the parade ground op- Hoary Golhan, K.C., C.M.G.), His posite the City Hall, and employees Honour the Puisne Judge (Mr. of the various banking institutions Justice J. R. Wood), Flag Lieut. in the vicinity forsook their desks D. P. Evans, R.N., Flag Captain and ledgers to watch the proceed- J. Wolfe-Murray, D.S.O., R.N., ings from verandahs. The rhythmic Major C. B. Mullins, R., Surg bent of drums, the skirt of pipes, Comdr. H. R. Briggs, R... Pay and the measured tread of march Comdr. C. S. Johnson. R...ing feet, announced the arrival af D.S.O. Comdr. G. G. Muirhead the Royal guard provided by the Goeld. R.N., D.S.C., Comdr. ILG. | K.O.S.B.

Long before the anticipated time of the arrival of His Royal High- ness at the City Hall, little knots of spectators began to gather. At 10.15, a detachment of bluejackets arrived, led by a tall bearded Com mander. The fickle sunshine glint. ed upon their polished bayonets and the brass fittings of their ac coutrement. They lined the ap prosebes to the City Hall and the crowd watched their movements with intent interest.

BRITISH COMMUNITY'S

ADDRESS.

Was AD

TRIBUTE TO "THE ROYAL

.. LINE.

OF CO-OPERATION."

When the applause following the address had subsided, His Royal Highness rose to his feet, bowed, and then delivered the following speech:

You have lately" been passing

"I thank you most sincerely" for the welcome you have extended to me on behalf of the British and Chinese communities of Hong Kong, "The address from the Chinese indeed glad to have this opportu on my arrival here to-day, I am LOYALTY.

Community was mounted on a mas-nity of visiting Hong Kong, which sive blackwood screen of "four the

courage panels, standing some six feet in British pioneers and British mer

and enterprise of The address from the British height. This screen, which community

Waschants have converted, in less than skilful piece of illuminated work beautifully carved and on the op-isiand itia one of the most import exceedingly specially made in Canton, was one hundred years, from a desolate colours on parchment.

posite side of the panels bearing ant sea-ports of the world. I am The casket containing it was, of the Chinese text of the address contained in a silver and blackwood there were typical embroidered silk articularly glad to be here at the casket made by Mesars. Lock Hing designs representing birds, animals the point of our Empire nearest to prescot moment, an this island is from a design by Lieut. Col. L G and rural scenes. Bird, D.S.O., O.B.E. The casket Accompanying the Chinese ver- His Majesty the King-Emperor has Japan, and the Mission, with which bore on its lid the Arms of the sion of the address was an English now entrusted me, is a mark of the D. Acland. R.N.; D.S.O.. Engineer The swing of red kilts caught the Colony, in silver, whilst the front translation, enclosed in a black-traditional friendship that unites us Captain T. E. Aitkenhead, R.N., eye as the detachment swung into was embellished with representa wood case inlaid with silver. The so closely to that leland Empire. Captain the Hon. W. S. Leveson the square formed by the bluetion of Chinese junk in full sail, address which was read by the Hon. Gower, R.N.. D.S.0., Captain G. jackets, and the click of heels, slap, also in silver. The Address which Sir Shou-son Chow was as fol through very difficult times, and I S. Arbuthnot, D.S.O., Captain E, of hands on rifle butts, and the was rend by the Hon. Sir Henry lows:- G. Robinson, R.N., V.C.. O.B.E., crash of arms upon the ground fol- Pollock, was as follows:-).

Presented to His Royal High gratulate you on

hope that you will allow me to con. Captain J D. Campbell, R.N.lowed the hoarsely-shouted com-

the courageous LČK Prince, Henry William M.V.O., O.B.E.. Wing Commander mands as the guard came to atten-

Proderick Albert, Duke of Glow co-operation, with which you have manner, and on the spirit of loyal A. H. S. Steele Perkins, 0.B.E.. tion at the halt, turned right and

cester, this 25th day of April, faced those difficulties, and which Commander A. B. Lockhart, IN., formed two-deep, ordered, arms and D.S.C.. Captain A. Maitland Dou stood easy.

1920, by the Chinese Community has enabled you to live and carry A brief respite, and 1. R.N., Commodore R. A. S. then came a slight shuffling in the May it please Your Royal High-

of Hong Kong.

on your busincee in salety, while Hill. R.N., and his A.D.C., Pay. centre of the lines as the guard ness.

Of late the tidings of the illues China has unfortunately been a Lt. Comdr. D. N. Passmore, Engi- were called

The subjects in Hong Kong of of His Majesty King George were prey to civil war. and to attention

The prosperity: acer Commander F. H. Hall, R.N.,

li dressed by the right."

His Majesty the King offer Tour to us and to all his subjects a of Hong Kong is intimately con Surgeon Captain W. W. Keir, R.N.,

Royal Highness's most cordial and matter of grave anxiety. But now nected with that of China, and I loyal welcome. C.M.O., CM.G., M.B., Ch.B. It

that the happy augury of His know that the internal difficulties: Commander D. N. Bridge. R.N.,

We desire to record our heartfelt Majesty's recovery allows our of China have had a serious rË- Enginger Captain W. H. Michell,

gratitude for Your Royal Father's Prince with an untroubled mind to action here, but I am, I hope, RN Colonel J. McD. Hackard,

recovery. All sections of our com- direct his golden chariot upon this justified in believing that we can C.M.G.. D.S.O., Lt-Col. T. A. F.

munity watched with breathless in- Royal mission, and at last to come now look forward to a new epoch Robineon, Colonel R. B. Skinner,

tercat the daily struggle of that among us, the people of the Colony, of peace and prosperity in that. Q.B.E.. Col. T. E. Fielding, D.S.O.,

As the moments passed, the crowd long and painful illness and were old and young, make manifest their great country. No one will wel- M.B., Colonel F. S. Exham, D.8.0., around the City Hall increased and lost in admiration, of His courage delight; they rua hither

and come the early arrival of that epoch Colonel R. A. B. Young, O.B.E., the fortunate ones who possessed and patience.

thither to spread the news and offer more sincerely than the British and. Major F. R. Roche-Kelly, Lt. Col. tickets of admission into the

The high mission on which Your their greetings from the roadsides, Chinese communities of Hong Kong, C. H. Little, D.8.0., Lt. Col. J. L. Theatre began to arrive in little Royal Highness is now proceeding enger for the joy of resing Your whose interests are so closely inter Comyn, Q.M.G., D.S.O.. Lt. Col. groups, the brilliant dresses of the is of special interest to this Colony Royal person.

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The commanders of the naval and

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