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A NEW LOAN The Government consider that this and similar expenditure, which can be shown to be remunerativg, can properly be met from a new loan. The position is set out in the Financial Secretary's memoran- dum and I trust that the proposal, which, while safeguarding our cash balances, enables new construction to be financed very cheaply. will commend itself, to this Council.
Before I sit down I should like to invite attention to certain items of interest and to a few points not explained in the Memoranda. "
CLERICAL SERVICE Increase of Numbers in Higher. Classes
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The Finance Committee of this Cound agreed recently to a pro- posal, whereby, as from January 1. 1938. the number of posts in the various classes of the Jualor Clerical Service should bear a cer- tain proportion to the total num- ber of officers in that service.
This means an increase In 1938
the numbers in the higher classes, and so involves increased expenditure. Estimated to amount to about $7,000. The Increase can- not, however, be shown in the estimates because it will not be known until the end of the year what individuals will receive pro motion under this scheme.
The new scales of salaries. po- pularly known us the African- Scales, appear for the first time in the Estimates. These scales have s far been applied only in the case of new recruits to the Service.
NEW CADET OFFICERS Under Colonial Secretary's Office, It is proposed to recruit two new Cadet Officers in 1938. Since these ficers have to undergo a long period of training they will not be ready to take up their duties until the autumn of 1941, and it is neces- sary to make provision early for possible retirements or transfers:
Under the head "Secretariat for Chinese Affairs" will be found pro- vision for one Lady Assistant and three additional female inspectors. These appointments are being made in accordance" with the re- commendations of the Multsal Commission and with resolutions adopted by the League of Nations Conference at Bandoeng in 1937.
REORGANISATION OF TREASURY
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There is a compensating reduce tion of one Cadet Officer and his unterpréter. The reduction is, ac- tually, more apparent than real, because it has been necessary, for many years past, to deprive the Secretary for Chinese Affairs of his Third Assistant. except during a few months in the winter when the return of officers from leave made it possible to spare one for the post.
Proposals for the re-organization of the Treasury will shortly be put before this Council. "They involve, Briefly, the transter of the Fin- ancial Secretary to an office at the Colonial Secretariat, and the cres- tion of a post of Accountant Gen- eral for the supervision of the 'Treasury work proper..
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possessed by a purely administrative officer. More important still, there menace of the traffic in is the
dangerous drugs.
The Finance Committee has agreed to this appointment and steps are being taken to recruit a suitable oméer.
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HARBOUR ITEMS
I should, perhaps, say a word about the two large items of Special Expenditure under Harbour Department. The new launch is, of course, required by the Sanitary Department for towing refuse light
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The present SD. 2 is quite un- seaworthy and cannot economically be repaired. The diaphione for Waglan will replace the existing apparatus which is out of date and cannot satisfactorily be kept in re- par; it is regarded as essential for the safety of shipping approaching Hong KonE
A NEW COURT ROOM, Overworked Bench at
Central Magistracy Air Services show a large in- ereuse, inevitable when
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sider the sudden and rapid growth of Services using the Air Port.
Povision will be found under Pub- lle Works Extraordinary for the construction of a third
court at the Central Magistracy. The num- ber of cases heard at this Magis- tracy has risen to about 40.000 per annum, a greater number than can be dealt with satisfactorily by two Magistrates. The opening of the third court will necessitate some increase in staff.
There is some increase in Police personnel. Provision
HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 1937.
AREA AQUATIC SPORTS
FINALS RESULTS
5th A.A. Battery Success
Mrs. Bartholomew, wife of HE the General Officer Commanding. Major-General A. W. Bartholomew, presented the prizes at the con- elusion of the finais of the Hong Kong Area thirteenth annual aquatic sports.
The Aggregate Cup was won by the 5th Anti-aircraft, Battery, Royal Artillery, who also won the water pola knock-out.
The results were as follows:- Inter-Company Battery Relay: 1. 9th A.A Bty., R.A. 2, 7th A.A. Bty: R.A. 3. "B" Coy, Middlesex. Time: 3 mins. 9.4/5 secs.
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RIFLE SHOOTING
Invitation To Be Sent To Singapore?
Yesterday afternoon the Army with this matter, are now con- ranges at Kowloon City presented j ́sidering a draft set of rules which an animated appearance, when the has been forwarded to them for this purpose. Similarly, matters Hong Kong Rifle Association beld Its third Spoon and Practice Shoot have greatly advanced, during the
last few days. The number, at-
1.3 regards the or the season. tending was the largest seen this miniature rifle shooting section of the Association, concerning which month. In spite of other counter- attractions, such as the Area swim- an important announcement is ex- ming meeting and other sports pected in the near future. fixtures.
The light was unusually dimeult, varying from glare to deep shadow. while the wind at the longer dia- tances troubled many of the com- petitors.
to the
A pleasing feature of the shoot was the appearance, for the first time. of members of the 1st Kumaon Rifles, which unit has re- 3,cently become affiliated
Association.
The Honorary Secretary asks us to point out that the handicap awarded to a member for use when shooting with the S.R. (a) rifle. does not hold good when the same member uses the S.R. (b) weapon. and vice-versa.
Enlisted Boys (50 yards)-1, HI- den, R.WF.; 2. Evans, R.W.F.; Robinson, R.A. Time: 31.1/5 secs. "100 Yards Breast Stroke:-1, Pte. Hughes, R.A.M.C.; 2. Pte. Harris, R.A.M.C. 3. Gnr. Oliver. 5th A.A. Bty. R.A. Time: 1 min. 7 secs.
100 Yards Free Style (Indians):-
1. 3rd Bty.. H.K.S.R.A.; 2. 4th Bty.. HKSRA. 3. 1st Bty, H.K.S.R.A. Inter-Battery Medley Relay:-1, 5th A.A. Bty.. R.A.; 2. 40th Fortress, R.E.: 3. Middlesex Time: 1 min. 48,2/5 secs,
Army Boys' Handicap (50 yds.): 1. Morris: 2. T. Stanton: 3. Bland. 220 Yds. Championship:-1, Gnz Seary, 5th.A.A. Bty,‚R.A.: 2. L/Sgt. Dibben, 5th A.A. Bty., R.A.; 3. Gnr. Hobson, 5th A.A. Bly.. R.A. Time: 3 mins. 48.2/5 secs.
Army Girls' Handicap (25 yds.)" has been, D. Grinham: 2. P. Leeves.
made for ten additional Cantonese Sub-Inspectors with a corres- ponding reduction in the number of European Lance Sergeants. It
is too early yet to express an opin- lon regarding the success of this experiment.
RADIUM OFFER
A sum of $5,000 has been in- cluded under subhead 60 of the Medical Department Estimates for the purchase of radium. This sum should be regarded at present as a token.
An offer has been received from the Trustees of the Matilda Hos-
pital to sell to the Government the whole, or part, of the Radium own- ed by that institution.
It has, however, been thought advisable to defer consideration of the offer until the return from leave of the Radiologist, Dr. Farr. When his advice has been received and considered, the recommenda- tions of the Government will be brought in due course before this Council.
Head 27 D appears for the first time. It is thought desirable that funds should be available for the organisation of what would per- haps be better described as Passive Defence, that is to say, the pro- tection of the civilian population In case of attack from the ar or
decision otherwise. No
has vet been reached as to the way in which this sum will be expended.
CHARITABLE SERVICES Splendid Work of Tung Wab Hospital.
Inter Bds.-Battn. Relay (300 yds.1, 5th A.A. Bde, R.A.: 2. Middlesex; 3. 8th Hvy.. Bdc.. R.A. Time: 3 mins. 4. secs.
50 Yds. Free Style (Indians): 1, 4th Bty. H.KS.R.A.; 2. 1st aty., H.K.S.R.A. 3. 3rd Bty. H.K.S.R.A.
High Diving:-1. Pte. Nicholls, R.A.M.C.; 2. L/Cpl. Holdford, Mid- dlesex; 3, Pte. Stevens, R.E.
100 Yds. Back Stroke:--1, Gnt. Oliver, 5th A.A. Bty.. R.A.: 2. Pte. Harris, R.A.M.C.; 3. L/Bdr Lucas, 8th A.A. Bty., R.A. Time: 1. 32.2/5 secs.
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Officers Race (100 Yards):-1, 1.t. Barron. R.E.; 2. Lt. Davenport, R.A.; 3. Lt. Symons, R.A Time: 12.2/5 secs.
50 Yards Dash:-1. Sgt. Bilton."! 5th A.A. Bty.. R.A.; 2. L/Bdr. Folk- ard, 5th A.A. Bts., R.A.: 3, Pte Birk. Seaforth.. Time: 29.1/5 secs. Plunging Competition:-8th Hvy. Bty.. R.A.
The
Middlesex "B" Company beat the "D" Company by 4-3 in a at King's football match played Park yesterday.
I have already made a passing reference to Public Works both Recurrent and Extraordinary. Pro posals with regard to the latter will be found with full explanations in the memorandum prepared by the Director of Public Works.
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In addition to these activities of the Association, the matter of the provision of a "zero" range is also receiving careful consideration, and is hoped that this most im- ortant facility will be available for use by middle October. Should this be the case, it seems likely that within a short time it will be pos- sible for members to indulge in open range shooting with the rifle und
range revolver; · miniature shooting.
with again
the and revolver; "zero" rifle range shooting with the rifle, and, clay-bird shooting with the sport- ing gun, all within easy reach of the Association's Clubhouse on the
Army Ranges,
We are also requested to make a A suggestion has been made that renewed appeal for
many consideration should be given to the possibility of an invitation be. photographs as possible of in- dividual and team prize winners ating extended to members of the the last Prize Meeting. As already Singapore Rifle Association to take stated in these columns, a selection part in the various events, to be cf such photographs will be made competed for at the Prize Meeting
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to be held in the early part of 1938, edition of the Association's Year-end in particular, to shoot for the Trophy, shoulder-to- Book, which is shortly to be pub-Inter-Port- lished. Care will be taken. In all shoulder, on the Army Ranges. It this can be arranged, there is no cases, to return all prints, and
doubt that it will largely increase negatives. If desired, to the sender.
the interest in the meeting general- ly, while the gopd, which is bound to result from a visit of this nature. is incalculable..
CLAY-BIRD RANGE
It is hoped that by this time next week the construction of the clay- bird range will have been put in hand, and the members of the Sub-committee, appointed to deal
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The SR. (a) "handicap" spoon was won by Pte. J. Baird. Ist En. Seaforth Highlanders, with a handicap score of 100.43.
Sporting Fixtures
TO-DAY
Wai-pul v A. Crawford; A. L. Sul- Bridge-Cheero Club Contract van v. S. A. Rumjahn. Bridge. 8. p.m.
Football, R.A.O.C. V., "A" Cay. (Seaforths) at 3.30 pm, on the Military ground. Happy Valley.. Reteree. Sgt. Alcock.
Meeting. Kowloon C.C. Annual Meeting. 5.30 p.m.
TO-MORROW
Hockey, Hong Kong Hockey Association. Council Meeting (St. Andrew's Church Hali), 5.30 p.m...
Tennis."D" Division: Central British v. Police R.C.. Kowloon Indians. Chinese R.C., Club de Recreio v. Kowloon C.C.
Tennis. "C" Division: Radio SC. . Chinese R.C. (1), Indian R.C. v. Kowloon
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 C.C.. Army T.C. V. Craigengower C.C., Club de Recrelo Racing--Hong Kong Jockey Chinese RC. (2); USR.C. Cham-Club's Seventh Extra Race Meet- plonships: Open. Bingics. Tsuling, at Happy Valley.
PUBLIC WORKS
The only other matter, which I think requires mention at Under Miscellaneous Services,
stage, is the transfer of Wireless any detall at the moment, because there has been a redistribution of
from Public Works Department to the matter is still under considera-grants to certain Home Institu Post Office. Under that Depart tion 7 may say, however, that the tons. A grant to the War Memor-
ment you will find an addition in proposals do not involve any addi- tal Nursing Home appears in the
the person of a Wireless Engineer, tional expediture. On the contrary
Estimates for the first time, and a and under Electrical Department, there will probably be a net saving.
sum of $20,000 has been provision Public Works Department, you will AIR MAIL·
ally included, in view of the post-and an addition of one Electrical bility that the Pacific Scientific.
Engineer. Congress may be held in Hong Kong These additions and alterations are consequent on the retirement, in 1938, of Mr. L. H. King. I need not remind you of the splendid
NEW KOWLOON work done by Mr. King in connec-
Buildings of tion with the development
New Kowloon Cemetery No. 7- wireless telegraphy and broadcast- Quarters. Storeroom, etc, for Sex- ing in the Colony and I am sure tons. $8,000.-There is nu accom- you will all wish to associate your-modation at present in this new selves with me in expressing our gratitude to him for his past ser- vices, and our hope that he will long enjoy the rest he has earned
The Air Mall payment and sub- sidy again appear under the Post Offee. Of the sums under Sub- heads 2 and 3, £4,250 represents. the subsidy at present payable in respect of the service from Hong Kong to Penang.
In 1938. $25,000 has been provided for a new edition-now somewhat overdue-of the Ordinances and Regulations.
Under Charitable Services, the grant to the General Chinese Charities Fund has been increased The other figures represent Hong by $30,000 at the request of the Kong's contribution to what is call- Committee which administers the ed the "all-up" service, under Fund. The Tung Wah and AssO- which all arst class mall for des- ciated Hospitals which are the tinations within the Empire will be principal beneficiaries have suffer- carried by air at ordinary rates Aed much in recent years through beginning has already been made the general fall in income from elsewhere and we expect that the, house property and mortgage in- system will be extended to Hong Kong early next year.
MR. H. A. TAYLOR Under Imports and Exports De- partment will be found provision for the payment of a personal allowance, already approved by the Finance Committee and by the Secretary of State, to Mr H. A. Taylor in recognition of the value of his services to the Colony: also, for the salary of an Assistant Monopoly Analyst,
The title is somewhat misleading, since the opium monopoly, what- ever may have been the case in in past, is now of little importance. On the other hand, the control of liquor and tobacco, both very im- portant sources of revenue, requires technical knowledge not usually
terest, while their expenses, owing to the high cost of efficiency, and to a large increase in the number of patients treated, have swelled from year to year.
FAMOUS THROUGHOUT THE EAST
I should like to take this oppor- tunity to urge those charitable persons and organisations, whose contributions hitherto have main- tained this splendid Institution, not to relax their efforts in the future.
The Tung Wah Hospital is famous throughout the East, and It would be nothing less thap calamity if it were forced, through lack of adequate support, to choose between insolvency and coming on- the rates...
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"Roads, 840,000-To meet expen-. diture for surfacing. kerbing and channelling roads inade necessary by new development,
Customs Pass Road Widening, I should like, on my own behalf, $10,000-To complete this con- to thank the staff of the Colonial tract, which covers the widening Secretariat for their assistance in and Improvement of the lower the preparation of these Estimates, section of the existing road so as and, in particular, Mr. Clarke who
to permit it to take modern traffic. has had to add this work to a day
Castle Peak Road--Improvement already sufficiently full. Normally, between Kom Tsun Street and Lal, the Colonial Secretary has four as- Chi Kok Pass, $10,000. The exist- sistants, but this year we haveing road is insuficiently strong to been one short all through the take modern traffic. summer, and this has thrown on the remainder, and on Mr. Davies, the chief clerk, a great deal of additional work, ‹
The troubles in China too have not made things easier. I hope therefore that, if you And any sing or commissions, you of omission will remember these difficulties and look on them leniently.
I now move the first reading of the BIL
Aerodrome Runway. $40 000.- To cover half the cost of a runway which is to be constructed by the Works and Buildings section of the RAF at Kal Ták. The other half of the cost is being found by. the Air Ministry.
Recreation Grounds. $20,000.- To. continue the new Recreation Ground development to the west of the Polo Ground at Boundary Street.
Repairs to Bea Wall and Road at La! Chi Kok, 845.000~~~To com- plete the work of reinstatement after typhoon damage to this sea wall and road which was caused by the typhoon of 1936. The work was commenced this year.
New Kowloon Cemetery No. 7, x20,000-To 'permit of the forma- tion of a further section of this cemetery. Expenditure will be of principally on the formation burial spaces, access paths and storm water channels. Work on this cemetery was commenced this year...
NEW TERRITORIES
Roads, $10,000-To meet expen- diture on road surfacing, kerbing. channelling and the construction of footpaths in areas under de- velopment.
Ha Tsuen Road, 822.000.—To pro- vide motor access to Ha Tauen and This sum the surrounding area. was provided under last year's Budget but no work was carried out.
Bridges Strengthening, 850,000.- To continue, the programme of bridge strengthening which was commenced last year.
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