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HAICHING CASE AT THE SILVER SCREEN.

SESSIONS.

TWO MEN INDİCTED FOR

MURDER.

„FAIRBANKS “TREATS 'EM

HEROIC FIGHT WITH PIRATES"

RECALLED.

ROUGH."

There is grim humour in the fact Doug and Mary" were seen to- that the first picture in which

gether should be a comedy of matri- monial jangling. The original story was written or at least is attri

named

A wooden model, plans and photo-buted to gentleman graphs of the Douging Steamship Company's ss. Haiching were pro- duced' at the Criminal Sessions yes- terday when the trial' of two men accused in connection with the attack on the vessel in the early morning of December. 5 last, was opened before the Chief Justice (Sie Henry Gollan). There were, two counts agninat the accused, Lam Hing and Lam Ming, of the murder of Khial Singh, an Indian guard, and of wounding with intent to commit a pirney.

Shakespeare, reputed to be the author of quite number of pocular plays. The im version of

The Taming of the Shrew" is

from its nature an exceedingly lively story. Every opportunity given in the book and they are many-for stage "business 13 fully taken advantage of, and at the Queen's Theatre this week one can see how Shakespeare can be brought up to date.

THE HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 1930.

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SANITARY BOARD

DEFIED.

CHINESE PRINTER FINED.

WARNINGS IGNORED.

Despite the fact that he had already been fined once, and had received repeated notifications from the Sanitary Department that the basement of No. 91, Gage Street, could not be utilised as a printing shop, without permit from the pro per authorities, Ho Pik Fung ignor ed all orders, and was consequently fined 830 by Mr. R. E. Lindsell at the Central Magistracy yesterday.

Inspector Clarke of the 'Sanitary Department said, that after defen dant had been aned in January, he visited the premises in question and found that a card-board cutting machine was being used, and that there was niso other printing ap paratus in the "house.

Pedantic persons may consider the adaptation bordering upon blas phemy, but the screen version of

The Taming of the Shrew "- whatever mag be sacrificed as litera- ture is certainly much more enter; Before the accused were asked to taining than the presentation of plays in modern plead, Mr. C. G. Alabaster, K.C.. Shakesperean who appeared for the defence (in-costanie. Douglas Fairbanks is scen structed by Mr. A. el Arculli), ob-

in a purt which, although it gives The landlord of No. 21, Gage jerted to the indictment on the opportunity for those daredevil Street, who was also summoned ground that a count of murder and exploits for which he is so famed,

stated that he had informed the one of wounding could not be join affords plenty of scope for showing ed. In support of his objection he the he-man spirit. Mary Pick- tenant in writing of the irregular quoted the case of Rex . Jones ford also appears in an unaccustom-ity. The tenant admitted in Court in the Court of Criminal Appeal in part no longer the coy and that he had assured his landlord appealing world's sweetheart,"

that the matter would be rectised, but n His Lordship upheld the objectype. The two make plenty of fun by charged the landlord.

vixen of the most violent and His Worship accordingly dis. tion, and the trial proceeded on

their dearerate efforts to break the charge of murder only, the ne down each other's determination cuseil pleading not guilty.

1915.

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Jarora called were Messrs. Bitzer (foreman)" Omar Ismail, L. A. Damund. Wong Kay Hong

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to be master of the situation, and

RIVER STEAMER OVERLOADED.

CAPTAIN FINED $250,- OWNER CAUTIONED,

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The master and owner of the .. Yuet On, on the Kongmoon service, wore summoned before the Marine F. Magistrate (Commander Hole, R.N.), at the Harbour Often yesterday for allowing the vessel to be averloaded on February 9..."

The owner, Mr. Sum Pak Ming, said that he left Hong Kong for Canton by train on the day in question, and was therefore inware of the alleged overloading. He had always given instructions to the ship's compradore to see that the vessel was not overloaded.

His Worship registered a convic tion but imposed a chution only.

Captain's Explanation... Capt. G. A. Cochend, the master, said that the vessel was allowed to carry 25 tons of cargo, but later, on finding that the vessel was top heavy, 45 toas

of bailaat was added, reducing the maximum load to 180 tons. On February 28, last, the compendere reported that the vessel was loaded with 130 tons of cargo, and witness thought that he could take more cargo on board: However, contrary to his expecta- tions, an unusually large number of passengers boarded the vessel with considerable luggage. The Harbour Department official arrived at that

marked that be had not expected such a large number of passengers

the play works out without any ANSWER TO YOUR NAMES! critical juncture. The captain re-

really serious departure from the original, though of course it has to

I. F. Grant. A. Mackenzie and J. A.be severely eat. The comedy

da Luz

In outlining the Crown case, Mr. H. Somerset Fitzroy (Assistant Attorney-General) explained in de tnil the various parts of the ship which would be mentioned in the course of the trial.

becomes broad farce in the process of concentration, and the more de liente touches of the original are lost, but the picture provides scores of laughter-making situations, to which "Clyde Cook contributes a generous share. The play is well mounted, and some of the photo- graphic effects are most ingenious and effective.

"Helen of Troy.",

Counsel went on to refer to the Piratical attack which began at About I am off Chilang Point, near Bin Bay, while the vessel was re- turning from Swatow to Hong Kong. Shots were exchanged, and when To those who assert there is no the pirates found they could not thing new in the movies, there is a direct answer in "The Private take the bridge, they set fire to the Chief Officer's cabin, which resulted Life of Helen of Troy" First in the bridge being set alight the National's version of John Erskine'a defenders being forced in conse-great novel, is now showing at the quence to retreat to the boat deck. Later the wireless operator succeeded in getting a message Through to Hong Kong and help arrived.

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A JUROR FAILS TO SAVE HIS FİNE,

on account of the bad times.

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CHINESE E AND B.O.T. EXAMINATIONS.

STRONG SHANGHAI

COMMENT.

The question of the employment of Chinese in the capacity of ships' officers and engineers in British ships or, indeed, in any ships, has been a subject which has engaged

the attention of the British Mer- cantile Marine

their through Guilds, for some considerable' time. They do not object to qualified per- sons occupying such posts; but they do strenuously cbject to any per sous occupying posts which they have

Bot the qualifications or ability to All

It was, therefore, with surprise that the secretaries of the Shang- hat branches of the Guilds read the proceedings in the House of Com

-mons mentioned in a recent Reuter telegram. The views of "Horg Kong members have been already given in our columns, and we quote from the N.C. Daily News the opinion of Mr. W. E. Kirby, secretary of the Shanghai branch of the China Coast Officers' Guild. He said the precise position exist- ing on the China Coast in regard to the employment of Chinese as officers and engineers had been sub- mitted to the London office, and it

was as a result of such represents- tions that the questions referred to in the House of Commons had been asked. It was pointed out that British subjects occupying the very responsible posts of ships officers or ships' engineers had to undergo years of apprenticeship and sen training, but that instances brought to light within the past year or so had shown that Chinese were able to supplant such officers on account of the notification above referred

The Magistrate pointed out that as master of the vessel it was his At the Criminal Sessions yester from overloading and, under the to

business to guard against danger day when jurors were empanelled circumstances he could take no for the Haiching piracy trial, Mr. excur However, it was the first E. G. Blair was absent and a search outside was made without any re-him for some time, and he would case for that sort to come before sult. The Chief Justice (Sir Henry not impose the maximum penalty. Gollan) thereupon recorded a fine A fine of $230 was imposed. of 823 on the absent juror and an- other had to serve in his stend.

About an hour later, Mr. Blair presented himself and, in answer to his Lordship, gave the excuse that he was not summoned for that day.

Mt. Blair went on to explain that there was no date on the summons, and when this was pointed out to the bailiff the latter filled in the date. February 5.

The bailiff pointed out to his Lordship that he served the sum- Majestic Theatre, Kowloon, Thermons and told Mr. Blair the date picture contains brilliant comedy he was required to attend. and sly antire, making its characters human and at times ridiculous. The most beautiful woman of all The first witness called was a cook time-Helen of Troy-is not a per- employed by the compradore, who feat wife. She is not even a perfect stated that shortly after 1 a.m. he sweetheart, as Paris speedily dia saw four or five inen inside the covered. Paris, on the other hand, bunker hatch and a number of is human too, and Menelaos hus all others around. In reply a ques- the attributes of the "tired busi- tion which he then put he was toldness-man" of to-day. that nothing was wrong. A few minutes later fring broke out.

Defence of the Bridge.

Mr. O. H. Farrar, 0.B.E., master of the vessel, anid that he woke up at about 1.15 am, and heard the quartermaster shouting. There was a scuffle going on in the alleyway, and immediately witness went on to the bridge where he saw the Second Officer, the quartermaster and an Indian guard. Other officers arriv ed on the bridge at intervals, and a skirmish followed during which the pirates made intermittent rushes on the bridge.

Carey Wilson adapted and pro duced the story, and Alexander Korda directed it. A fine intellig cnce. a keen sense of humour, and the work of both men a grasp of values is displayed in tings, designed by Horace Jackson,

Ilis Lordship said that Mr. Blair knew perfectly well the date was wrong, as it was long past.

Mr. Blair: thought I was entitled to a correct Well, my Lord, I date.

His Lordship characterised this excuse a rubbish, and, remarking that he had a good mind to increase the Ene to 850, ordered Mr. Blair permission to leave. The set- to stay in Court until he was given

stand by themselves, as does the picture. Beautiful, stately, slightly impressionistic, and always in the mood of the scene, they reflect genuino artistry and great imagina.

tion.

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Marie Corda, a Hungarian actress, takes a place immediately among the foremost screen luminaries, and Lewis Syone, na Menelaos, adds an other feature to a cap already well stocked, Ricardo Cortez as Paris, George Fawcett as Etroneus, and Alice White as Adraste, give per formances of amoothness and under

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THE DAIRY FARM HERD.

DENIAL OF RUMOURS.

Tumours

It was further pointed out that such Chinese were absolutely de- yoid of sea experience, and an ship had been lost by a Chinese instance was recounted where a skipper" who had less than eight months' sea experience. This-man was, in fact, a "cadot.

Correspondence that has passed between the Guilds and Govern- ment authorities shows that the Board of Trade have been in posses sion of all the facts for some con- siderable period and it was pointed out that the inability of Govern- With regard to the

ment representatives to reply to the questions asked in the House circulating about the Eealth of the of Commons was to say the least, Company's herd, the Manager of The Dairy Farm Company assures departmentu inchiciency. For, in a most extraordinary exhibition of

foundation, the hard being in excity of Secretary, it had been dis- us that they are entirely without

a letter to Mr. Kirby, in his capa cellent health.

tinctly set out that the Board of Trade approved of the notification above quoted and, indeed, had approved of the measure.

The fact that the milk shortage followed so closely after the out break of rinderpest in the native responsible for these rumours, but dairies at Tai Hang is no doubt

immune against rinderpest, whilst the Dairy Farm berd is 85 per cent. the non-immune animals were all sorumized against the disease prior to the local outbreak, further the Company has not lost an animal from the disease or during the in- munization period during the past 3 years. The shortage of milk is **WANTEE GO SHANGHAI," due to the fact that the demand is considerably heavier than, is usual at this time of the year, and the yield is at the moment at its lowest ebb.

HOUSEBOY GETS PASSAGE AND ROBS HIS MASTER.

Mr. P. M. Hodgson was brought A houseboy formerly employed by before Mr. Whyte-Smith at the Kowloon

Magistracy yesterday morning, and charged with the theft of articles, valued at $238, The defendant, on pleading guilty, was sentenced to three months' im prisonment with hard labour.

Replying to his Worship, Mr. Hodgson said he was surprised that defendant should have done such

thing Ho had considered the man to be a good worker.

the case from a Board of Trade Putting aside all the aspects of

called Chinese officers and engi point of view, it is a fact that so-

neers are usurping the positions

held by British seafaring men on the river and coast at salaries far helow the rates" established by British shipping companies in the East, and it seems that some British companies are ready to fall in line with the march of events, for, oa the Yangtze, Chinese offi eers and engineers already are em- ployed in positions formerly held by properly certificated British seafaring men.

Contrary to the Law.

"We have just received" adds the Manager, a shipment of Pedi- will soon be in milk. The addition gree Ayrshire Cattle of which 15

. It was also pointed out that the of these animals should go a long ment was not in accordance with

action of the ilong Kong Gloveru way towards taking care of the un- expected increased demand if such British law as applied to seafaring should continue throughout the Special provisions are made summer,

in regard to aliens, all of, which appear to have been overridden by the notification above referred to.

We hope that the supply will be equal to the demand from April 1.

SHIPMASTER'S CRUELTY TO PIGS.

LAWYER'S INGENIOUS

PLEA-REJECTED.

The flames from the Chief Officer's. cabin worked their way to the bridge, which became untenable, and officers retired aft. to the boat deck, taking with them Mr. A. K. Woodward, who was seriously wounded. At this time another at standing. tack took place from three men who' appeared from the starboard side of the port deck. This attack was re pulsed, one man after being shot

in the shaft tunnel, hoping thereby. either jumping er falling over the officers on the bridge a chance to to delay matters and give the rails and another being shot dead.

31r. Farrar spoke of his visit to

get ready for defence. However a the Indian guard's cabin after the Teaser, under threats, pointed out arrival of Sub-Lieut. Lewis with a the kerosene tank.

Defendant had been in Mr. The pirates naval. party.

Here he saw Khis splashed the oil about and set fire Hodgson's employ for five months Singh dead, and the second accused to it, but this did no more than and at the end of February an whom he also took to be dead. local damage owing to the steel sur- nounced that he, wished to go to

Shanghai. He was discharged and.Capt. Lemos, master of the s.s. Later he saw the second accused roundings. in the saloon, where there was an

The stopping of the dyname which was slab given passage money by Wing Wo, was

Mr. Hodgson.

prosecuted by other Indian guard and several plunged the whip in darkness was

Sergeant Riddell, yesterday before other wounded passengers.

The houseboy left the house on the next more of the pirates, said

Mr. Whyte-Smith, at the Kowloon Ms. A. F. Johnson, Second Officer, Mr de Mello, and he was then February 23 in the morning, but Magistracy, for cruelty to pigs.

returned in the afternoon, gaining and Mr. R. Perry Chief Officer, walking in front of them as a shield, admission with keys obtained in ordered to take them to the bridge, gave evidence of the steps taken to with a man pressing, a revolver to the earlier part of the day, and it protect the bridge immediates the his side. When passing the Chief was then that he committed the firing began. Mr. Perry said that Officer's cabin, an electric torch was theft. When arrested he was found in bis rush towards the bridge from flashed and the witness was able to to be in possession of some of the the starboard alleyway, he was con- fronted by a man who was half way recognise a man standing at the door stolen articles. down the ladder. Witness was shot as the first accused. Witness was in the left side, but. succeeded in

sure of his identity and he saw the reaching the bridge, having used his man again after he had been pulled revolver on his assailant as he paes: locker. Witness also identified the out from underneath the lifebelt ed. Mr. Perry also said he was in charge of the lifeboat in which the men who were lending him along.

second accused as one of the four wounded Mr. Woodward was placed. The latter died at about 4 1.m2-

FIRE-CRACKER FACTORY.

CHARGED WITH USE OF ILLEGAL INGREDIENTS.

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The regulations referred to, which appear in Board of Trade Regulations and in the Merchant Shipping Act, are as follows:-

Board of Trade regulations re- garding Masters and Mates in the Mercantile Marine Section 2. This section expressly lays down that no alien" will be examined, for a certi- ficate of competency, and in the cases' where aliena may sit for examinations at all they have to show meritorious service.

The Aliens Act as incorporated in the Merchant Shipping Act 1804, No alien shall be employed in part 18, section 2 states that any capacity on board a British ship registered in the United King- dom at the rate of pay less than. the standard rate of pay for the time being current on British ships for his rate.'

ing for the defendant said that Mr. Leo d'Almoda, nr., appear- Capt. Lemos had been trading for 14 years between Kwang Chow Wan and Hong Kong. His ship brought cattle, and pigs to the Colony three times a month. Mr. d'Almada ex- plained that although the pigs were piled up in three tiers of, flexible Shipping circles (seagoing "em- crates, there were supports between ployees) on the China Const accord- cach row." This method of trans- | ingly are much perturbed as a re- porting pigs was imposed by méces- sult of information contained in Bity for if pigs came into the the recent cables from Home in Colony in one tier, only 300 instead regard to the Board of Trade atti- When they had got to the end

1,000 could be conveyed at one tude, and representations are being of the alloyway, witness said that he Third Engineer's Escape.

time. That would perhaps result made through the proper channels pushed the man acarest to him and

The management of the Kwong in an increase in the price of pork, with an idea to ascertain the Mr. A., de Mallo, Third Engineer, ran across to the ladder on the port Man Loong cracker factory at The animals were not brought to Government's conception of the described the sudden, appearance of side, where one of the Indian guarda Kowloon City were summoned be the Colony by defendant but by the actual position in the China constal four men in the engine room from shot at him from the bridge but fore Mr. T. S. Whyte-Smith at the owners, who were present on the shipping trade. the etokehold. They were armed fortunately missed. Witness added Kowloon Magistracy with revolvers

yesterday ship and had paid for the freight. carbine. that he bad previously been allowed morning for manufacturing fire- The method of carrying the animala Shortly before they entered, wit to shout up to the officers on the crackers which contained illegal was not different from that adopted ness said he communicated with the bridge" not to fire, and at the time ingredients. Second Officer on watch by means of his escape from the gang tho. The defendants were represented the new Territories to Hong Kong. in the transportation of pigs from of the speaking tube, as he had Chief Officer fired two shota into by Mr. M. K. Lo, Inspector Shaf- His Worship remarked that pil heard the firing of shots.

the alleyway which checked any tain, who prosecuted, said that the ing up pigs three or four deep was The four men, continued witness, pursuit by the gang.

palice were not pressing the case cruelty and was not merely a tech- ordered him to stop the engines. Corroborative evidence being as the regulations had been made nical offence. Ho complied with this order and given by this witness of subsequent to govern other trades and not the men then demanded kerosene, events on the vessel until help ar-

Sergeant. Riddell stated that two crackers for export. He added pigs on the top row were found Witness did not immediately show rived in the morning, hearing was that a report had been submitted dead and also that he did not see them where the kerosene was kept, adjourned until this morning when to the authorities suggesting an the supports mentioned by Mr. but put them off by saying it was he will be cross-examined by the de- amendment of the Ordinance. d'Almada

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A finx of 830 was imposed,

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A fine of $15 was imposed.

'BUS ACCIDENT IN WANCHAI.

At about 6.15 yesterday a bus belonging to the Hong Kong Tram way Company running from Taikoo to the Post Office, skidded, near the Grand Theatre, Wanchai. struck a pillar. No one was hurt fortunately. The hood of the 'bus was damaged and one pane of glass broken.

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