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H. M. S. HUNTER

FUNERAL OF MR.

DAVID CHEN SEE

Over Thousand Friends At Graveside

The funeral of Mr. David Chen See, Managing Director of the Sincere Co., Ltd., and a newly appointed Director of the Tung Wah Hospital, who died under tragic circumstances at the Kow- Icon Hospital, took place at the Chinese Protestant Cemetery yes- terday afternoon when the Rev. Yung Tang Sang officiated.

Kau Yun. Sr. Cecilia Joseph, Sr. Felicie, Sr. St. Leon, 8. Castro, J.

The funeral was attended by over a thousand friends, including about 150 students of the Tung C. Marcaremburg. P. Gockchin.. Wah Hospital Free School, and 30 David W. K. Au. H. Owen-Hughes, chorlaters of Kung Li Church.A. K. Mackenzie. Chau Shiu Ng. There was also a train of 150 motor Tang Shlu Kin.

cars.

It will be recalled that on Thurs- day night, the late Mr. Chen was. stabbed in the back by an un- known asailant in Prince Edward Road shortly before 10 p.m. when he had just emerged from a cafe.

He came from the Ko Yui dia,

FLORAL TRIBUTES

There were also floral tributes from

Tung Wah Hospital Free School, Medical Staff of the Tung Wah Hospital, Directors of Tung Wah Hospital. Bank of Canton, Dr. Ar-

Peneral Manager

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CASUALTIES ARRIVE AT

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GIBRALTAR

EXPLOSION TRAPS FIVE

RATINGS

Gibraltar, May 16.

On the arrival of H.M.S. Hunter, which was badly damaged in the explosion, four of those seriously injured were rushed to the military hospital. Ten were less badly hurt following the „ Hunter's list to starboard.

Considerable damage was caused to the destroyer. The wireless aerial was carried away, the foremast was broken, there was a hole in the starboard waterline, and the bows were badly submerged. The vessel was quickly towed into dock and a naval diver went down to inspect the damage,

A naval rating from HMS, Hun- ter. Interviewed by Reuter, · said that the explosion occurred at 2,30 p.m. a few miles from Almeria. The Captain ordered the boats to be lowered as the ship immediate- ly began to sink forward. All feared that she was sinking quick- fy: Several Spanish steam tugs and trawlers rushed to assist.

trict. Kwangtang and became the thur Woo, Dr. Matha Hocking, Ho WORLD FAMOUS

Managing Director of the Sincere Co., Ltd., last Wuly when he suc- ceeded Mr. Ma Ying Pui following a reorganisation of the Company.

The chief mourners were the de- ceased's wife, four sons and a -daughter.

Amongst those present at the funeral were:-

Hon. Mr. M. K. Lo. Kan Thng Po. Li Chi Fong, Lam Chi Fung. Rev.

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Shau. Wing, Sir Shou-son Chow, Johnson Stokes and Master. M. M.. Watson, G., G. N. Tinson, C. Y Kwan, Mustard and Co.. H. Rut- tonjee and Son, F. E. Nash and Co., R. A. D. Forrest, Melchers and Co.,

SONGS

Classical Concert".

Percy Smith, Seth and Fleming Over The Radio

Palmer and Turner, M. K. Lo, M. W. Lo. Director of Po Leung Kuk, Gande Price and Co. Staff of the Sincere Co., Ltd.

All eyes on the board. A fine snapshot of a group during a critical study of possible winners last Saturday.

Lovely Lido

Bathed in the brilliant sunshine any further so-called modernising.

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of Saturday and Sunday, a gratifying proportion of the youth "and beauty of the Colony found invigorating outlet for recreation 'and rest at Repulse Bay where the amenities of the Hotel and the elegantly equipped Lido were thoroughly appreciated.

Visitors generally acclaim Re- pulse Bay as one of the world's most entrancing beauty spots- and all are not on their honey- moons, The beauty of Repulse Bay is undoubted, and with such excellent facilities for bathing. sunnning, promenading and din- ing, it is not remarkable that gradually residents of the Colony are according this voguish rendez- vous the support which it so rich- ly merits.

With characteristic enterprise there have been provided the most modern in furnishings and service in those picturesque bun- galows above the main promenade commanding a view of panoramic splendour which is a joy as well as an inspiration.

It would appear that this sea- son will register a "bumper" but It is devoutly to be hoped that the

increasing popularity of Repulse Bay will not bring in its train

of matsheds. Nothing could be more picturesque or harmonious to the landscape than the native matshed with its soft tones and These mat- primitive comforts,

sheds are being more widely used this year than heretofore which is another indication of the in- creasing popularity of this world-famed. recréation resort,

A most unique classical concert was given by Elvie Yuen (Soprano). Gaston d'Aquino (Tenor) and Prue Lewis (Violin) at the ZBW Broad- casting Studio between 9.20 and

Many of the ship's company were already in the boats and others in the sea, added the in- formant.

Other ratings from the Hunter said that the explosion occurred on the starboard side amidships, blowing the wireless office and galley to smithereens and quickly

Highest Scout Honour

For Local Commissioner

It was ascertained yesterday, that the Chief Scout of the World. Lord Baden Powell of Gilwell, has awarded the order of the Silver Wolf, to the Colony Commissioner, Rev. N. V. Halward.

The Silver Wolf is the highest honour of the Scout Movement, and it is only awarded for out-

10 p.m. yesterday, when they pre-standing service. Each such de- sented a lovely selection from world-famous songs.

Under the magic spell of music, Miss Elvie Yuen, sang in sweet clear tones, some lovely songa of (Continued on Back Page)

HEALTH RETURNS

Case Of Animal Rabies In New Territories

On case of animal rabies oc- curring in the New Territories, and one case each of diphtheria and dysentery were notified to the local Health authorities on Friday!

THE DOLLAR

T.T. ON LONDON: 1 2-27/32A. T.T. ON NEW YORK: 30-1/2

London Silver Market

From Our Own Correspondent)

London, May 15... London silver prices to-day 'were down 1/16 as follow:-

... May 14 20-7/18 20-9/16

Spot Forward"

May 15

20-3/8

20-1/2

Mrs. Y. K. Leung, wife of the managing director of Kweng Sang

s' Hong, L4d., and her daughter Mrs. Ma at the races.

coration is personally authorised by Lord Baden Powell himself, and this award is of dual significance, inasmuch as it not only recognises the great value of the Rev. N. V. Halward's Inspiring leadership of youth; but also it shown the keen appreciation of the World Chief Scout of the developments of scouting in this colony.

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TO-DAY'S RACES

Final Selections

(BY "LAST QUARTER") RACE 1-12.30 P.M.

Apilas

King's Coronation Scenic View.

RACE 2 Lancashire Chips Electron Hollday Eve

RACE 3 Amberley Bistre Royal Highness

RACE 4 Diana Bay Cossack's Beantr Honeymoon Eve

RACE 5 Gordito Shipmaster Tabby Cat

RACE, 6 Racing Heart' Blandford Sancy Face

RACE 7

Valorous Plain View

Gold Coin

RACE 8

New Star

Soldier of Honour

Red Feather

HACE 9

Declasse

Mac's Adventuro

March Beowi

RACE 10

Tthan

Bose Evelyn" Commencement Bay DAILY: DOUBLE" Gordito & Valorous

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Gooding the bows. The impact caused a boiler explosion, trapping Ave ratings.

Despite the great shock caused by the explosion, there was a re- markable absence of anything in the nature of panic.- Rauter.

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STEEL WALKOUT PENDING

Crisis Likely On May 18

Pittsburg, May 16.

A strike of the workers at Ave big independent steel corporations employing 200,000 men may be called here by Mr. Philip Murray In whom is vested the authority to call such a "walkout" it is hinted. This action may be taken if the workers' demands for a collective bargaining contract is not met.

Mr. Murray intimated that the crisis is likely to come on May 18 when the meeting of Hofnagle. chairman of the Crucible Steel

five Company, one of the panies concerned, takes place.-- Reuter.

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MANILA STOCKS

Finance Feature

Commenting To-morrow

In view of the fact that to-day is a Grown holiday, we wish to advise that our special Philippine gold clure quotation service will nat commence until tomorrow.

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WOOD CUTTERS ARRESTED

A raid was carried out by the Botanical and Forestry Depart

yesterday duzing which some 30 people of the Po Kong Village were arrested for larceny of pine wood from the hillsides in Kowloon,

MR. DONALD BLACK

RIDES FOUR WINNERS

Only Three Favourites Fulfill Expectations

STRATHROY WINS CORONATION CUP

The first day of the Whitsuntide Race Meeting, at Happy Valley on Saturday, was featured by some excellent riding by Mr. Donald Black who scored four wins, the way in which he brought Wild Cat first past the post to beat King's Warden, the hot favourite, being his best performance of the afternoon.

Mr. J. K. MacGregor's champion Australian pony, Strathroy, ridden by Mr. Black, won the Coronation Cup and after the race Mr. M. T. Johnson presented the trophy to the owner, this very pleasant function taking place in the Stewards' Room.

last race of the day when Ship- master (Mr. D. Black) "pipped" Mountain View (Mr. P. P. Botelho) at the Post. The Daily. Double paid $122.50 while Rob Roy, Strath- roy and Shipmaster were the only favourites to win during the after-

noon.

The crowd that attended on Saturday was not very big, but some useful dividends were re- turned

the first while most of prizes in the cash sweep was over the $1,000 mark. Mr. C. L. Cre- gory, the novice jockey, scored a very dne win on Daylight Eve and a very close finish was seen in the

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The march past of Holland at the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides

Rally held at Happy Valley last week.

There were

Turf Gossip

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It is learned that Mrs. Newill's atable is summering out on Fan-

Mrs. ling with

BUI Stanton's stable.

We saw Mr. Norman Delta on the course with his arm in a sling and therefore could not ride on Saturday; he recently returned from a visit to Shanghai..

a fair number of quiet at the gate and has com- people at the races on Saturday pletely got over his panic. but in the members enclosure we "noticed some gaps, probably due to the wonderful dance of the night before. Jack MacGregor was the lucky owner, he won two races, one with Strathroy and the other with Daylight Eve., Mr. Gregory is coming on well with his riding and if he is not careful he will be getting the "once over" from some of the young mar- zieds, Strathcarrick from the same stable is a bit green yet, anyway he staged a bit of a "star turn" in the paddock in declining to allow his jocky to mount. -

We were glad to see Roolfy out again after the accident. He was

Beany Proulx was in good form and was

six all bis placed in starts with one win. He was par- ticularly amart at the post for the Shatin Handicap He beat the the starter and ducked just 25 gate went up.

Col. Dowbiggin was at the races, be having returned from a busi- ness trip to Manila.

Glibert Harriman was there too. He also has been on a business trip to Manila..

We are sorry to hear that owing to a breakdown in, health, Mr. Jack Potts, son of the late George Potts, left on Friday for Home and hopes to return in October,

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Miss Lee (right), daughter of the late Mr. Les Hysan, and Miss - Tong snapped at the race course."

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