1937-04-07 — Page 7

HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 1937.

If Gossip We Must LONDON

(BY TATLER)

Quite e best party of the year was given by Erik Nelson at his fat at the Kowloon Magistracy on Sunday night.

His original invitation to "as- semble in any garb, to eat and drink and criticise the artist's ink, to shake the legs and fry, some Cars"

was accepted by quite 170 people and as one's taxi swept up to the entrance of the seat of justice one was greeted by the glow of Chinese lanterns, the sparkling splutters of braziers and the cheering smeli of trying saushgea and bacon.

The caricatures which decorated the walls were of outstanding vir- tuosity. The genial gubernatorial | smile no less recognisable than the profile of our local First Sea Lord Dreadnaughts hung side by side

with

nymphs errant and other-

and

Naval officer who prepared our eggs, sausage and bacon. The superb wireless and our host at the plans provided excellent music and everybody danced on well past midnight. Mrs. Waymouth Mrs. McKean were amongst those whom we saw dancing. Mrs. Jupp and Mrs. Cavanagh Mainwaring left early to everyone's regret as did the Misses Kotewall who were due to help entertain the Mayor of Canton,

The Misses Simmonds were ob-

to inspiration

the vlously amateur culinary volunteers.

There was much anticipatory about the forthcoming gossip S.P.C. Charity Ball which is fixed for April and one enthusiastic saleswoman peddled tickets with great success

GAZETTE

The following War Office com- munication appeared in the "Lon- don Gazette" last month.

REGULAR "ARMY

CORRESPONDENCE

Tsun Wan Bridge

l..

(The Editor, "Hong Kong Daily Press.")

Bir About this time last year, and in another place. attention

Col. 3. W. J. Ralkes, O.BE. h.p.. is placed on ret, pay under the provisions of Art. 552, Royal War-

was directed to the condition of rant for pay and Promotion, 1931 (March 24): Lt. Col. G. I. Gartlan. Certain bridges in the New Terri- D.S.O.. M.C.. h.p. 1st, late R.V. Riftories. The typhoon of August 1936 emphaalsed the fact that to be CoL (March 22), with seny Jan. 1, 1936.

COMMANDS AND STAFF The follg. relinquish their appts:-Mal. R. G. Price, R.A, as Aldershot Comd. Star Capt.. (March 18); Capt. E...I..E, Strong R.A., as Staff Capt., British Forces in Palestine and Trans-Jordan (temp.) (Dec. 21, 1938); Lt. R. B. G. Bromhéad, R. Berks R.. Spec. Appt. (G1 GG), 15th Inf. Ede. (temp.) (Dec. 5, 1938).

mention of the bridges was made none too soon, were they to be maintained in a condition to en- sure complete public safety,

The reason stated by Govern- ment for deferring work, such as the placing of these bridges in perfect order was that the finan«," ces of the Colony called for "sup- ply" for more urgent public works.

Before the season of severe typhoons and heavy rains sets in this year, it is not inappropriate" to invite the attention of Govern-

ment once again to a work of urgent necessity. While the public Works Department cannot be held responsible for the routine main- tenance of recurrent works be- Cause, the holders of the purse

The tolls appts. are made:-Col Mrs. Clarke, who has recently P. C. a. Hobart, D.8.0., OBE, wise: and who could the opulent come back from Singapore was M.C., h.p.. to be Dep. Dir. of Staff without her husband, who was Duties, War Office, and is granted Victorian be.who waltzed so‘grace-

literally at sea. Mr. and Mas

the 'temp. rank of Brig."whilst so fully round the canvas with the Richard Johnstone have just re-

empld. (March 18); Maj. G. B. "doyen of the medical profession?

turned from leave and it was de-Vaughan-Hughes. M.C., R.A. from Mr. and Mrs. King brought their lightful to see them back in the Staff Offr. R.A. (G.S.O. 3rd Grade). two daughters. Mrs. King wore midst of things again. We noticeds. Comd., to be Staff Capt., Alder-strings of the Colony withhold green velvet and Mrs. Steele, un Commander Loly and his wife shot Comd. (March 18); Capt. D. black, looked charming, Mrs. Ab-talking earnestly to Commander R. E. Shaw, R. Sussex R., to be bott was' sparkling in a group of and Mrs. Broome. Commander

Camp. Comdt. (CLF), British friends. Mrs. Swinburne came Broome, by the way, provided the Forces in Palestine and Trans-Jor- with her fox-hunting husband. mural decorations at Erik Nelson's dan (temp.) (March 13)... The keen members of the Fanling last year's, party. Hunt were all present and made

If one were to give a compléte appropriate hunting noises at frest of the people at the party it quent intervals. Mr. Bosanquet would all a column. Let it suffice was in excellent voice:

that there was not one dull mo- ment and that everyone from the host to the merest cook seemed to be revelling in the party, while Erik and his double had some amusing moments.

Everybody Was delighted to welcome Betty Hamilton (nee Gerrard) back. She 13 looking prettier than ever and is quite re conclled to Poona and Pind. Capt. and Mrs. Akroyd Hunt seem- ed to be enjoying themselves and Capt. and Mrs. Clough Taylor,tantly, at 12.15 and the party was who had come on from Comm. A. still in full swing. It is not often Blancorl's cocktail party were In excellent form. We must recom- mend for the cordon bleu the

One gathered up one's coat and umbrella-what night-reluc

ROYAL REGIMENT OF ARTILLERY

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the means for necessary expendi- ture, public safety demands that attention be given to the pro- visions for ensuring the highways of the New Territories against preventible substantial damage and collapse...

Maj. F. 3, Rice, M.C., is secd. for On the occasion of a recent serv. on the Staff (Feb. 19): Capt. visit to the New Territories. I J. M. Smith is restd, to the estabt. could not help being attracted by (Jan. 23): Lt. B. C. Mallinson is the "tumble-down, condition of a restd. to the estabt. (Nov. 18, 1936), | bridge at Tsun Wan, crossing” the CORPS OF ROYAL ENGINEERS stream below the sandalwood

Maj.-Gen. C. H. Foulkes, C.B..

water-mills in that district and C.M.G., D.S.O., ret. pay (late R.E.), above the main road. Without is apptd Col Comdt. (Feb. 19), wishing to become at all alarmist, vice Lt.-Gen. Sir E. H. de V. Atkin-it can be stated that the bridge son, K.C.B., K.B.E, C.MG., C.I.E.. in question is absolutely danger- ret. pay (late R.E). who has at- ous if its use is continued in its in Hong Kong that one is entertained the age limit for his appt. present condition. It is, to say tained so spontaneously and ef-

INFANTRY

the least of it, dilapidated, and fortlessly.

King's Own R.-Maj. V. L. de the abutment has actually given Cordova, M.C, to be Lt. Col❘ way. The bridge itself," which is (March 31; Capt. R. P. F. White. a concrete structure, is broken in M.C., to be Maj. (March 2).

Spectators photographed at the Valley Races"

HONG KONG RIFLE

ASSOCIATION

Prize Meeting Results

The "results 01 the Hong Kong" Rifle Association shooting com- petitions of yesterday are 1.5 follows:-"

FALLING PLATE MATCH Semi-final: 1, B/R.W. Fusiliers v. E/R.W. Fusiliers;. 2. HQ/R.U. Rifles v. A/Kumaon Rifles.

SERVICES TEAM AGGREGATE CHALLENGE CUF

Won by 1st Royal Uister Rifles with 79 points out, of a possible 80, Final Order Pin Co. Lt- Rev.

Auto,-Team Mat. Mat, Mat. Mat. TIL -1/R.U.R. 19 20 20 .20 - 79 Final:-Winner of (1) v. Winner 2/R.W.F. 2017 16 19 or 18*.

1/Seaforth

of (2).

To fire on Thursday at 12 noon.

LIGHT AUTOMATIC MATCH

Hrs. 16 16 17: 18 or 19* -Dependent on result of shoot

MACHINE GUN MATCH

R. Fus. Capt. C. G. C. Wade is secd. for serv. on the Staff (March

18).

Devon R.-Lt. A. F. Hanks is secd, for serv. with the Sudan Def. Force (March 5).

parts. The platform has badly cracked in several places; some of ❘ the railings have been carried away, and the whole structure is hanging together in a very loose manner that threatens collapse at any moment.

Villagers whose business takes them across from one side of the stream to the other are making use of this crossway dally. Not only do they use it for pedestrianz traffic, but they also carry heavy londs across it. Even European hikers, were seen to make use of this bridge last Sunday.

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OVERCROWDING

OF PRISONS

New Problem For Government

K.O.8.B.-Sec: Lb. J. G. H. Moor- head, from Supp. Res. of Off.. K.O.S.B., to be Sec. Lt. (March 22). D.W.R.Lt. Col. M. N. Cox, M.C.. on completion of his.. period of serv. in command, is placed on the h.p. list (March 23); Maj. and Bt. Lt. Col. A. F. P. Christison. M.C.. from Camerons. to be Lt. Col. (March 23); Maj. R. O. D. Carey

Due to the fact that the local There is a claim on Govern Magistrates are working overtime. retires on ret. pay (March 23) ment that this essential crossing to cope with the record increase Capt. V. C. Green to be Mal should be restored to a service-in crime, the Government is faced (March 23); Capt. F. R. Armitageable condition without fear of with a new gaol overcrowding pro. is reatd. to the estabt. (March 23): momentary collapse. and I trust blem, and it is only three months

8. Stafford R.-L. A. W. E. Danfell to be Adjt. vice Lt. T. D.

that means will be provided at an since the new gaol at Stanley was early date for the reconstruction | Fitzpatrick (March 22);

of a pubite facility which has been allowed to remain too long neglected.

Dorset R.-Sec. Lt. J. G. Allen is placed on the h.p. list on account of 1-health (March 10).

Welch R. The follg. Lts to be Capts. (Jan. 21): 1. D. Fitzpat- rick, from 8. Stafford R., J. C. W. August, with precedence next be- low Capt. T. D. Fitzpatrick; J. R. Welchman, under the provisions of Art, 118, Royal Warrant for Pay and Promotion, 1931

R.W.K.-Capt. M. P. Oliver is restd, to the estabt. (March 23).

K.S.L1-LA. 8. 8. Bail is secd. for serv. on the Staff in India (March 23)-

Seaforth-Lt. R. W. G. Robert- son-Metsaat 18 seed, for serv, with

lat-B Coy. 1st R.U. Rifles (Chal-off for 2nd place in Revolver Team Bernard, CB, C.M.G, DA, is

lenge Cup and Individual Competition. Prizes). Aggregate 104. Team Commander: 2/Lt. Ryan. Team:-1/C. Gordon, Rin. Do

herty. Rin. Rush, Cpl. Kerna- ghan, Rin. Murphy, Rin. Mc- Crory. 2nd.—"C" Coy. 1st R.U. Rifles (In-

1

- י: ' .

dividual Prizes). Aggregate 74. "Team Commander; · 2/Lt. John-

stone. Team:-Corporal Stewart, Rin

Reaney, Rin. Burgenór, Cpl. Watson Rip: Furguson, Rin. Stewart (45),

arent

Final Order of Merit 1."B" Coy. Ist RU. Rines... 104

2 Coy, 1st R.U. Rifles

**' (Subject to Verification) 1st-ist Kumaon Rifles (Challenge Cup and Individual Prizes). Aggregate 600. 2nd-1st Seaforth Hrs. (Individual

Prizes), Aggregate 440. "Team Commander: Maj. Barclay,

M.BE

TeamPte. Butters, Pte. Fres.

the Sudan Def. Force (March 5).

„Camerons.- Capt. A. F. Mac- Gillivray to be. Maj. (March 23).

R. U. Rit-Maj-Gm. D. J. C. K.

appt. Col. (Feb. 41. vice Gen. Bir A. J. Godley, G.CS, KCMG. ret. pay, who has attained the age liinit for his appt.; Lt. Col. G. L. Gartlan, D.S.O.. M.G.. on completion of his period of serv. in cummand, is placed on the h.p. 1st (March 22); Maj. and Bt. Lt. Col. R. H. Lorie to be Lt.-Col. (March, 22). a Royal Tank Corps

C Capt. J.LC. Napier is seed, for ton, Pte, Hamilton, L/C. Pink-serv. on, the Staff in India (March ney, L/C. Laurie. L/0. Watson, 24).

Artillery parame

Yours faithfully.

J. P.. BRAGA. Hong Kong, April 6. 1937.

DEATH OF THREE PRISONERS

Three inquests into the deaths of prisoners in Victoria, Gaol were held at the Central Magistracy yesterday when Mr. K. Keen sat as Coroner, assisted by three separate Juries.

opened!

Exact Agures are not available but it is learned that since -- 1930' the number of prisoners received from the different courts have more than trebled, the figures for 1936 and 1930 being 20,000 and 6,493 respectively.

Available accommodation at the new Stanley Prisons allows for the" reception of only 930 prisoners and even when the new prison is fully completed there will be ac- commodation..

only 1,500 prisoners.

for

As a result of the overcrowding evil that again threatens the colony's prisons, it appears that Government will have to retain the the old Victoria Gaol for In all instances, verdicts of death from natural causes were returned, overflow from Stanley.

Chung Wing died of a number Under the circumstances the of complications including tuber-plans for adopting Victoria Gaol culosis, and dysentery, while, Cheng as a market will almost certainly Yau died of tuberculosis, and Chan have to be abandoned. Ming from meningitis and pneu- monia

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ACCIDENTS

H.M.S. BERWICK

HMS. Berwick left yesterday on coolie, Nut Po, was, admitted a visit to Balgon, from which port to the Kowloon Hospital with she will return on April 19. On Injuries to his head which he re- April 22, she leaves for England for re-commission and re-ft. ceived when he fell while carrying having completed her service on Subadar Ghulam Mund retires Teung Ting, 25, was admitted the Chris State reconstruction on ret. pay (Jan. 1), Jemadar Sul- to, the Government Civil Hospital tan Bux to be Bubadar (Jan. 1:autering from injuries to Havildar Major Daulat Shah to be head, when a piece of Iron fell 600 Jemadar (Jan. 1),

on him from the s.s. Hupeh, lying at the Talkoo Dock

Pte. Rea: Pte. Beard, Pte. Mc- Hong Kong-Singapore 'Royal Connachle, L/C. McNeill, L/C, Wilson, Pte. Didcock, L/C. Mc- Intosh, Pte. Enterkin, Pte. Clark, L/C Dunean.

Final Order of Merit-

74

74*

1st Kumaon Rises"

1st Seaforth Hrs.".

"D" Coy. 1st R.U. Rines... 4.-"B" Coy. ist Seaforth Hrs. 54 5-"D" Coy. 2nd R.W. Fis... 40 "B" Coy. 2nd R.W. Fus..... 28 7R, Marines, H.M.& Cumn-

berland

8-1st Kumaon Riflessi "A" Coy 1st Beaforth Hrs.

Counted out

22

Points to count for Service Team Aggregate Challenge Cup:

2nd RW. Fustilers

1st R.U. Rines

1st Seaforth Hra:

10

20

2nd R.W. Fusiliers

·lat R.U. Rifles

WEGG POOL (300 YARDS)

►

440 Royal Army Medical Corps 415 Capt. J. E. Bwyer to be Major 380 (March 14),

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7011888, Rrn. McColl, K.UR. $20.

› DECIMAL TARGET (800 YDS).

Agg.

DELPHINUS ARRIVES

the

Chan Fook-ki seaman on L

Station. She will

been Work that has already carried out: on H.ME! Cumberland and H.M.S; Suffolk,

RAILWAY STATION

light belonging to the Green Is- MINOR MISHAP AT land Cement Co. Ltd., fell into a hold while she was moored at the Company's wharf and trace tured his left leg. He was re-

A minor mishap occurred at the moved to the Kowloon Hospital.

Kowloon Railway Station yester- Ching Yee. married woman. des when a locomotive, shunting and 4.700 kilos freight, She also was sent to the Kowloon Hospital an empty 15-ton truck into the carried two passengers Mr. R., 8. suffering from a fractured leg Station, was de-ralled. Nobody was Davis and Miss A. Davis, from Bris- | received as the result of a fall | injured and the damage sustained

into a nullah at Homuntinlää

by the locomotive was negligible,

yesterday with 224.911 kilos of mail

Capt. Kenyan, 3/R.W.F.\\.(38).....$3 CQ.M.S. Wallace, 1/R.U.R. (88) 3 The RMA Delphinus arrived C.QMS, Wallace, 1/EUR. (89)...£3 Cpl. Watson, 1/R.UR........... (39). $3 L/C, Trimble, 1/R.U.R. ...........(30)...$3

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-17 | Capt. Gwyder-Jones, 2/R.WF .....$1, l' bane.

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