1936-10-29 — Page 7

REBUILDING FUND APPEAL

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Money Needed For

Nethersole Hospital -

Now Being Erected

BROADCAST TALK BY

HON. DR... TS'O

Listener-in of ZBW last night heard an eloquent appeal on behalf of the Allee Memorial and Amiliated Hospitals for the Nethersole Rebuilding Fund, which was made by the Hon. Dr. S. W. Tro, Senior Unofficial Chinese member of the Legislative Council,

Below we publish a synopsis of the appeal:-

of the

for aid and the Government have agreed to give us a dollar for dollar grant up to the sum of $50,000. In consideration of this promise by the Government. Madam Wu Ting

Executive As Chairman Committee of the Alice Memortal I then and Affiliated Hospitals making a special appeal to you, to whatever nationality you may be- jong, who speak the English langu-Fang contributed a sum of $18,000. age, for the Nethersole Hospital Re- building Fund. To those who speak Chinese only. I will address them another day in Chinese.

ERECTION OF BUILDING

Since Apri last year donations collected up to date amounted to $18,100 which includes the sum donated by Madam Wu Ting-fang. There are, however, other doria- tions promised which we hope to get in very soon. It was suggest-

The Nethersole was "ne of the Affilated Hospitals of the Alice Memorial. It was bullt in the year 1893 by the late Mr. H. Davis of Messrs. Linstead and Davis, oned that building operations should site fronting Bonham Road, a free gift of the London Missionary So

ciety, and was placed under the management and control of that Society upon similar trusts to that of the Alice Memorial Hospital. namely: "That the Hospital shall be open to all persons irrespec- tive of race, creed, or nationality. who shall desire to avail them- selves of the same."

TREATMENT APPRECIATED This Hospital was built as an ex- tension to the Alice Memorial. At

be started at once as delay may give the impression that our needs are noc, urgent. The Committer, therefore, called for tenders and,"

HONG KONG DAILY PRESS,

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1936.

"Pass The Baby"

PORTUGAL AND JAPAN

NEW TRAFFIC LIGHTS

Government House Installations

The attention of all motorists is invited to the recent alterations in traffic signs outside Government House. In the past, difficulty has been experienced in securing the aufety of cars leaving Government House, owing to the fact that there was no method of stopping or slowing down traffic, proceeding along the main road.

CORRESPONDENCE

Dear Sir,--One sees a great deal in the local press nowadays about Germany's "great need for and

calontes-lost asa: right to." result of an unsuccessful gamble in war against the civilized world. In consequence of this war a cer tain number of ex-German Pacifit Islands were mandated to JAPAN by the League of Nations. JAPAN has now resigned from the League: "Dead Blow" signs have now and I suggest that the logical con- clusion is to offer these Pacine been erected to cover the three

Islands as Mandates to Germany. approaches to Government House, namely on the east covering the on her becoming a member of the

When Germany has col-i approach by Upper Albart Road League. and the approach from Garden lected these "colonies" It will be Road, and one on the west cover-time for her to ask for more ac- ing the approach from Caine cording to her needs. Road. These signs 'should ensure that all motorists passing Gov- ernment House should proceed at a słów pace.

In addition, two trame control lights have been installed to con- trol both east bound and west bound traffic. These lights will normally be unlighted, but when

are about to emerge from Government House, the red gint will be switched on by the Mitar guard, and all traffic should then stop, and not proceed past the red lights until the "all clear" is given by the extinguishing of the lights.

OBITUARY

on 1st July last. entered into a Mrs. D. Rumjahn

contract with Messrs. Bang Lee & Co. for the prection of the new hospital at a cost of $153,000. This sum does not include architect's i fees.

and ttings, etc,

Passes Away

contingencies. furnishings FUNERAL YESTERDAY

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The new bullding will be com- picted on 1st September 1937, thai fourteen months from date of that time. the Chinese were begin-contract, The Committee must, ning to appreciate Western med-therefore, make a special effort to cine and the benefit of hospital raise, within ten months from now. treatment. To relieve the conges

a further sum of $32,000 in orde: tion at the Alice Memorial, It was

t take the full benefit of the Gov- decided that all cases of women

ernment grant. Anyone, therefore, and children treated in that Hos- who gives as a donation now gives pital should be transferred to this double. new Hospital. In consequence of such decision, the Nethersole be- came from the very beginning, a Hospital for women and children until it waS and it remained 80 pulled down in May 1934 as the buliding became dangerous on ac- of the roof beams being count eaten through by white ants.

Since its demolition, many cases of women and children coming for hospital treatment could not be taken in on acebunt of lack of nc- commodation. But for some of the more serious cases special arrange- ments had to be made in the other

Affiliated Hospitals for their ad mission. In consequence of such make-shift arrangements, the work of the other Hospitals has been put to much inconvenience.

BUILDING FUND COMMENCED

Some time back, the Committee, on discovering that white ants had made an inroad to the roof beams. realized that the Nethersole would have to be pulled down sooner or later. Repairs were undertaken to patch up the roof from time to time and the costs of such repairs bécame greater and greater every year. In anticipation of the even- tuality which has happened, "the Committee started, a few years ago, a Building Fund Campaign.

The funeral took place yester- day at the Mohamedan Cemetery of Mrs. Fatima Rumiahn, whose death occurred in the morning at her residence in Wong Ne! Cheong Road. The deceased lady was the wife of Mr. D. Rumjabin, the well- known lawn bowler of Craiger.gower Cricket Club.

Mrs. Rumjaha had been in "in- different health for some time ana was confined to bed for the past week.

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The burial rites were conducted by the Muslim community's mulvi, Noor Shah.

"PROOF OF THE NEED" On behalf of the Committee, I appeal to you for your generous support to this Building Fand. For forty years the Nethereale has served the poor and the sick and

The chief mourner was de- its services have been much utiliz- ed and appreciated by the work-

ceased's son, Mr. H. D. Rumjahn, the well-known tennis player: bro- ther-in-law, Mr. U. Rumjabn; son- ing classes in the Colony who {were accustomed to come and seek

medical ald whenever they need-in-law, Mr. U.M. Omar, another well-known lawn bowler or Cral- gengower C.C.; and several nephews among them being Mr. 3. A. Rum- Jahn, ex-local tennis champion.

ed it.

During the last afty years, the Alice Memorial and the Affiliated Hospitals have been and still are generously supported by annuál subscriptions from all sections of continuing the community. This support is indeed a testimony of the appreciation by the public of the good work done by these Hos- pitals and a proof of the need of their existence in the Colony.

HE'S REMARKS The generosity of the kunk people in charitabic work is wen-known. In support of this statement I cannot au petter tha quote what His Excellency the Governor said in his speech at the Jasc Buuger Deonte Meeting on the

Hong

instant. He said "In conclu sion I must return for a moment "to a subject on whlen I have ai- debt which ready touched, the Hong Kong owes to private charity and volunteer service, Month by and mouta 1 nave become mcre

The question of cost for replac- ing the old building with a more modern and up-to-date Hospital was gone into and it was found that with equipments included, more conscious of the amount sUALA the total cost would amount to $200,000. When the Nethersole Building was pulled down in May 1934, the fúnd so far collected 'was short of $100,000.

PRAISEWORTHY EFFORTS

extent of that debt; it is so large and covers.so wide a field that I cannot attempt here a catalogue of all the funds, societies, associa tions and

Institutions to which public gratitude and admiration is due. At a time of economic de

Others present were:

Messra, J.

S. Landolt. E el Arculi A.,0. Suflad, R. M. Omar, A. O. Madar, M. P. Madar, A. R. M. Arað. A. K. Minu, S. A. Ismall, T. All, and many others.

Although a request was made that no flowers be sent, a number of floral tributes were laid on the. grave.

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Husband Seriously III »

The large circle of friends of Mr. D. Rumjahn will be very sorry to learn that he is at present lying

It is understood that the news of his wife's demise has not been conveyed to him; owing to his conditon. We join his friends in wishing, him a speedy recovery.

PIANOFORTE RECITAL

A Pianoforte Recital by Luba Shaftain was held at the Police

The proceeds are in" aid of the

Efforts were then made to collect pression generosity is doubly gen further subscriptions and I must erous and in the face of Hong Recreation Club yesterday evening. mention here that the nurses of Kong's three, public enemies <10%. of our Hospitals, past and present, rug, and their loathsome of spring Hong Kong Ministering League and who voluntarily undertook to

fag) voluntary service is a doubly collect one or Chinese mile of noble sacrifice of self to the com- dollars, brought in to the Fund a munity. On behalf of the Colony I humbly thank them all, donors.

sum of about $10,000. They are stal continuing their efforts ta collect the full length of one lakh of dollars which would amount to $15,000. This is indeed a splendid way of showing their gratitude for the training they received from our Hospitals. Their action is beyond all praise and our thanks to them

immeasurable.

I am.

Yours etc.

"M"

THE BAL MASQUE Local Interest Aroused Final plans for the Bal Masque which is to be held at the Glou- cester Hotel next Friday. week are

now almost complete, and a big success is certain. Under the Patronage of His Excellency the Governor and Lady Caldecott, the Bal Masque is being promoted and organized by a group of British Ladies whose purpose it is to de- vote the

help the proceeds to charitable work of the local branch of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul so those who dance the hours away are helping a worthy cause, for the Society does much

good work amongst Hong Kong poor. Table Reservations may still

be made at The Gloucester.

Thanks to the generosity of numerous well-wishers who have given donations for the purpose, handsome prizes will be provided for the costumes. These will be on display at the Gloucester before the Ball.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

We gratefully acknowledge the contributions, received towards the Prizes of The Bal Masque in ald of the funds of the Society of St Vincent de Paul

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Interesting Mombasa -Speech By Kobe... Consul

There was a large audience when Mr. F. S. Souza gave on interest- ing Mombasa speech, at the Portu- guese Institute, amongst "whom were the local Japanese Consul. Mr. Mogake and his family to- gether with several Japanese re- aldents Mr. Seuss had with him some dima which it is learned, will to be handed over to the Foreign' Office in Lisbon.

Before screening the alma, he was asked by Mr. Abreu, President of the Institute to say a few words on the subject, and in reply Mr. Souza said:

"We Portuguese whether métro- politans or colonials. have every right to be proud of our country's achievements which entitle our nation to occupy a prominent.. niche marking the progress of Western civilization. Our country Lamal and yet we possess co- lonies having an area thirty-six mother times larger than the country. We are the third colonial power in 'the world, and our ad- ministracion of the colonies is

happily free from the turmoils of revolts and other political agita- tions. Portugal is one of few coun- "tries able to balance its Budget and meet her foreign debts. Thanks to the genius of our great statesman Salazar, 'our country' is passing through an era of pros- in the perity. It is true that whirligig of time we have been outstripped by other nations, but Portugal continues to be a factor

in the

political and economical

development of the world.

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Mr. Stafford Smith 500 cigarettes After providing for the 8 prizes for the Costumes, the balance left in hand will go to the Central funds of the Society.

Mrs. Beatrice Church, Hon. Organising Secretary, Bal Masque,

POPPY DAY FUND

Captain Wilcox, the Organising Secretary of the Poppy Day Fund. speaking of last year's collection, said:

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our distinguished compatriot by the Japanese Nation. During the ceremony held in his memory at Tokushima, several addresses were read paying homage to Moraes' gealus including those from Mr. Eirota, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and other Cabinet Minis- ters. You will be interested to hear our Japanese friends will soon erect a building, costing about £2000 to be used as a permanent Museum for the conservation of all relics belonging to the late Captain Wenceslau de Moraes, our distin- guished compatriot whose ashes are buried at Tokushima together with his Japanese wife."

"To all who contributed in one! way or another.to the success of the Poppy Day Appeal, a sincere debt of gratitude is owing, and this gratitude is nowhere more After the conclusion of Mr. keenly felt than in the homes and Bouza's speech, the flims were pro- hearts of the hundreds and thou-Jected on the screen and the pic- sands of ex-Service men who are, tures unfolded were greatly ap- or have been, the beneficiaries of preciated by the audience. the British Legion."

POPPY DAY FUND CONTRIBUTERS

Previously acknowledged

Anonymous Anonymous Han, Dr. Kotewall R. H. Phillips, D. Drummond ELK, Jockey Club J. K. Bousfeld

Ministering Children's League funds. There were approximately V. M. Grayburn:

EL R. Sturt persons present.

The programme included ex-

and workers alike, for all that cerpts from Chopin, Schuman and they have done, are doing and, I Llazt, which were well received. hope, will always continue to do

for us.

RECEIVERS NAMES

. May I then add my hope that you will continue to support

the Alice Memorial and Affiliated Through their efforts and the Hospitals and help the Nethersole subscriptions we received from the Rebuilding Fund? Committee of Robert Morrison Any subscriptions, large or Centenary, our Building Fund small, will be gratefully received reached, at the end of 1934, the by our Hon, Treasurers, figure of $100,000.

Mr. H. R. Forsyth or Mr. A. Som-

In March last year, the Commit-merfelt, c/o Messrs Linstead and tee approached the Government Davla. Exchange Buliding.

Or by Dr. F. R. Ashton or Dr. R. M. Alderton, c/o Alice Memo- rial Hospital, No. 8. Bonham Road.

-Or The Hon. Mr. T. N. Chau, c/o Chun On Fire Insurance Co., Ltd. No. 8, Queen's Road West,

Or Mr. Tang Bhiu-kin, c/o Tang" Tin Fuk Bank, No, 171, Queen's Road, Central INEEN MADE

$885.00 15.00 100.00

25.00

HOTEL GUESTS

New residents at local hotels 5.00 yesterday were as follows:-

At the Gloucester: Mr. Ray- 25.00 mond Kabaikin, from Harbin; Mr. 500.00 | G. 8. O. Mayne, Mr. A. Olsen, Mr. 50.00 F. O. Beach, from Shanghai; Mr. 200.00 J. Falconer, from Singapore; Mrs. 50.00 H F. Nalder and child, Misa Prosser, Mrs. J.. Y. Lum, from Lon- $1,855.00 don

At the Hong Kong: Mr. L. de Further contributions will be c. Blechynden, Dr. and Mrs, F. grateful" received by Mr. F. G. Kayter, from | Manila; Mr. M Maunder, Secretary to Kari Haig's Besanko, from South Australia: Fund, York Building, Hong Kong Mr. H. A. Marsden-Law, from Irad: Chequer should be made payable Mr. E. A Davidson; from New to Thomson & Co. and crossed Orleans, USA; Mrs. T. C. Hamp "Poppy Day Fund."

LEAGUE VISITORS

During the month of July there Or by me 8. W. Te'o, c/o Messrs, were over 21,000 visitors to the new Tro and Hodgson, Prince's Build-headquarters of the League of

Nations. ing. No 5, Ice House Street

ton, from Colombo.

At the Peninsula: Mr. R. A. Lord, Mr. A. Hoyer, from Mania; Mr. J. E, Dorr, from New York; Miss Mariatie Haunt, from Binga- 'pore; Mr. T: 8. Smith, Mrs E Brooks and child, Miss K. Carey, Mr. N. Beale and child, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Heydén, from london.

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