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No. 4, Des Voeux Road, Central.

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ADVERTISEMENTS

JE_MAINTIENDRAI

The Acting Consul General for the Netherlands announces that a Register is available at the Chancery of the Consulate Gen- eral, Shell House, sixth Boor, for those who wish to offer their

congratulations on the occasion of the Birth of a Daughter to Their Royal Highnesses Prin cess Juliana and Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands.

HUMPHREYS

ESTATE

& FINANCE CO., LTD.

NOTICE, IS

HEREBY

GIVEN that the ANNUAL OR.

THE

STAR" FERRY

CO., LTD.

NOTICE TO

SHAREHOLDERS.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE FOR TIETH ORDINARY YEARLY MEETING OF THIS COM. PANY will be beld at the Office of Messrs. Jardine, Matheson & Co., Ltd., on Thursday, the 10th February, 1938, at 11 a.m., for the purpose of receiving the Report of the Directors together with a Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st Decem. ber, 1937.

The Register of Shares of the Company will be CLOSED from Thursday, the 3rd February, 1938, to Thursday, the 10th February, 1938, both days in- clusive.

By order of the Board of Directors.

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HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1938.

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NEW ADVERTISEMENTS LAURU-On Dec. 10. 1937, at San

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PUBLIC AUCTION,

PARTICULARS AND CON DITIONS of the Sale by Public Auction to be held on Monday, the 7th day of February, 1938, at 3 p.m., at the Offices of the Public Works Department, by Order of His Excellency the Governor of one Lot of Crown | Land at Fuk Lo Tsun Rd., Kow. leen City in the Colony of Hong Kong for a term of 75 years, com. inencing from 1st July, 1898, with the option of renewal at a Crowa Rent to be fixed by the Surveyor of His Majesty the KING, tor one further term of 24 years less the last three days thereof."

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Intending bidders are advised that immediately after the dis- posal of the lot the Purchaser (if not the applicant) will be required to deposit with anthorised officer who will · be present at the sale, the sum of two hundred dollars, ($200) In cash. This sum will be refunded on payment of the Purchase price.

PARTICULARS OF THE LOT

Locality.

| No. of Dale. |

Inland Lot No. 2607 Registry No. New Kowloon

Adjoint No.

Koad, Kowloon City.|

2

Janey of XUA '$922

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Boundary

Measure-

ments.

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ft. ft. ft. ft.

As por

Isle, plan.

1,693

L'ontexte in

Square feet.

Antual

Bental.

-Upset Price

About

2,257

28.

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Francisco. California, Juliet Bredon Lauru, wife of Charles H. Lauru, of Peking, and only child of the Iste Bir Robert E Bredon, K.OMG.,' of „Peking. China, and Ballintaggart, Co. Armagh, Ireland, aged 50.

MARRIAGES HARLEY: PARLETT-On Satur

day, January 15, 1938, at St. Park, Stephen's, Regent's Roderick Harley, of Rickdon. West Clandon,

Yvonne to Marguerite Parlett. of Helan, Lymington. PADFIELD; HORNBY.--On Janu- ary 20, 1938, at St. Matthew's Church, St. Petersburg Place, W.2 by the Rev. C. F. Ayerst, Roydon Edward Norman "Pad- field to Doreen Gertrude Hornby.

Editorial and Business Office: 15-19, Queen's Road Central. Tel. 30251

Night Editor (Wancha! Office):

Tel. 24511.

London Office: $3, Fleet Street

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The Baily Press

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HONG KONG, FEBRUARY 9, 1038.

MATSUI'S

MASTERPIECE!

appears a

In another culumn. lengthy statement by General Matsul," Japanese Commander-in- Chlet in China, made in a special interview with Mr. H. G. Woodhead and published in the February issue of "Oriental Affairs.”

to

Exceedingly provocative, General Matsui's statement is open 5950 challenge on most points, but, be- fore discussing it, it might be per- tinent to ask whether General Matsui is speaking personally, for the Japanese army, or for his Gov- ernment? Another query which immediately springs to wind is why

circulation?

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PUBLIC AUCTION.

such a statement was not issued to PARTICULARS AND CON the various newspapers and news DITIONS of the Sale by Public | agencies but released through a Auction to be held on Monday, magazine with a necessarily limited At the moment we the 7th day of February, 1938, are not in a position to give the at 3 p.m., at the Offices of the Public Works Department, by Or- der of His Excellency the Goy ernor of one Lot of Crown Land at Repulse Bay in the Colony of Hong Kong for a term of 75 years, with the option of

F. H. CRAPNELL, renewal at a Crown Rent to he Secretary. Axed by the Surveyor of His Majesty the KING, for one fur. ther term of 75 years.

DINARY GENERAL MEET-| ING of shareholders will be Hong Kong, 26th Jan., 1938,

HELD at the HONG KONG

HOTEL,

Hong Kong, ON

THURSDAY, the 17th. FE.

BRUARY, 1938, at 12 NOON

for the purpose of receiving the Report of the Directors together with a Statement of Accounts for the year ended 31st. Decem ber, 1937.

The TRANSFER BOOKS e the Company will be CLOS- ED from SATURDAY, 5th FEBRUARY to THURSDAY, 17th FEBRUARY, both days

inclusive.

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JOHN D. HUMPHREYS

& SON,

General Managers. HONG KONG, 26th Jan., 1938.

5951

5933

HONGKONG TRAMWAYS,

LIMITED.

Intending bidders are advised that immediately after the dis posal, of the lot the Purchaser (if not the applicant), will be required to deposit with an authorised officer who will be Present at the sale, the sum at NOTICE 18 HEREBY two hundred dollars, ($200) in GIVEN that the ORDINARY cash. This sum will be refund YEARLY GENERAL MEET.e on payment of the purchase ING of HONGKONG TRAM price. » WAYS, LIMITED will be held at the offices of Messrs. Jardine,

Matheson & Co., Ltd., Hong Kong, on FRIDAY, the 18th day of February, 1938, at 12 o'clock 11001, to transact the ordinary business of the Company:

AND NOTICE IS HEREBY ALSO GIVEN that the REGIS TER OF MEMBERS of the Company will be CLOSED from

NOTICE OF REMOVAL SATURDAY, the 5th to PRI.

We have now removed to

Gloucester Building, 2nd Floor.

THE MACAO JOCKEY CLUB,

FOR SALE

Two Swatow Sea-going Pilot boats "RELIANCE" & "ACTIVE"

35/40 b.p.

20 b.p.. KERMATH ENGINES Hull and engines in first-class condition. Full particulars on application to Rox No. 5949, c/o Hong Kong Daily Press.

5940

DAY, the 18th February, 1938 both days inclusive,

By Order of the Board,

W. F. SIMMONS,

Secretary. Hong Kong, 27th Jan., 1938.

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answera.

If General Matsui is speaking for himself we have no comment to make, but if he is presenting the views of the Japanese army or the Japanese Government then we say empaatically that if this statement is necessary at all, it should have come from Tokyo.

It is also a matter for question Why this statement was not issued

through the usual channels. It is unthinkable that such a statement

could have come from a military leader of any other Japan.

nation but

4 Gossip We Must

Mrs. Weldon always looks so at- tractive that I often forget to note detalls, and did on this occasion, but I saw Mrs. Raworth, in dark blue velvet, and Mr. Dovey in rose-hued moire. with most in- triguing butterfly sleeves, and Mrs.

There was another cheery party at the "House on the Hill" when Dr. and Mrs. Smalley said "cock- talls again" D few days ago. There was a regular line of cars outside when we got there, and a stream of arrivals. It was one of the warmest evenings of the week, ¦ Griffiths in & and windows were flung wide open, so that the overflow could and a way out onto the lamplit veran-

daha

Quite a number of "absentees" have recently returned to the Colony, and one of the first people I noted was Mrs. Sommerfelt. looking very bright and pretty in a dress of black which seemed to have sparkling threads running through it. Another was Dr. G. D. R. Black looking splendidly at after his long holiday. Mrs. Black and Allson are still in Scotland but are returning quite soon. Yet another was Mrs. Ronnie Childe, in the very latest fashion. víz, a long black velvet coatee reaching to the ankles, and worn over a short cocktail dress of a vivid colour," and very nice too!

INDUSTRIAL CIRCLES EXCITED

Refusal To Load Japanese Ship

London, Feb. 1. Industrial circles are being excited by the refusal of Middles- borough and London dock workers to load the N.Y.K. steamer Haruna Maru. It will be recaled that Southampton and Liverpool dock workers similarly refused to handle Japanese cargo recently contrary

charming "Jane Austin" gown of dark green taf- feta,

Pat Potter wore a"dark colour with fascinating jazz spots. Peggy Humphreys combined gray and cerise with great effect. Evalyn Fullerton

came

(of "Arcadian" fame) as a "aut-brown-maid” I am so glad to see that Joan Old has quite got over her appendici-

seems His operation, and

most Dourishing. She came with her Barbara Riding-School Partner, Lord, who still retains her won-

derful sun-tan.

Mrs. Calthrop was the centre of a gay crowd, but I managed to descry a glimpse of gleaming

Mrs. Henry wore blended colours brocade, and Mrs. Jock Murray had the sweetest little black, with charming effect, and Mrs. costume piped with narrow gold Kharagat looked most distinguish- and a tiny hat with a gilt-edged There seemed to be a great many vell

men, and I noticed the Jockey Club was well represented. like- wise the Army, the Navy, and practically all the various sports.

ed in a robe of white and gold.

There were a great many young people but I fancy the youngest of all must have been Doreen Robertson, who is not yet, (or only Just) sixteen. Our two young hostesses looked most delightful, Mary in alim black velvet, and Rachel in one of those new elusive shades so much in vogue at pre-pencil, and that would be the end sent.

of ME.

CHINESE MOVE ON TO TSINING

Bankow, Feb. 1. A-vanguard of Chinese troops are reported to have skirted by Tsining in south-west Shantung and are located in the rear of the Japanese.

The Japanese are making every effort to defend Tsining. The ad- vancing Chinese forces moving to attack the town, are now located at Shunshihtien.

Under such favourable condi- tions, the Chinese forces at Sun- shiftien are moving farther north- ward to attack Yenchow, an im-

What a pity I am not allowed to say that "John" had a wonder- ful "crease" and "James" a most exotic tie !!!...but not a chance. ...Out would come the Editors red

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PUBLIC UTILITIES

Japanese Plans For Occupied Arens

Hankow, Jan. 30.

The Japanese commercial and industrial circles in Shanghai are planning to take over all chinese public utilities in Shanghai Nan- king, Boochow, Hangchow, Wash and other cities in Cheklang and Klangsu now under their forcible occupation, according to a report... received here.

Japanese experts have already been sent out to the different cities to make a thorough investigation of such public utilities. (Central News). at

portant point on the north sector of the Tientsin-Pukow Railway, in order to isolate the enemy

to the advice of the Unions, whose, Tsouhsten, south of Yenchow. official attitude. Is that the Chinese troops "at Lianghsiatien, Government be urged to refrain who made no appreciable pro- from selling war materials and gress during the past several days. lending money to Japan.

are now pushing forward to join towards drive concerted The question of whether

the the

Tsoubslen and Yenchow.---(Inter- dock workers' action violates the Trade Disputes Act of 1927, which national). - illegalizes strikes except in

con-

nection with a trade dispute 1s being anxiously canvassed."

MR. LIPSON WARD DEAD

The "News Chronicle" says the question will raised in Parliament.

London, Feb. 1. The dock workers-maintain they

The death has occurred of Mr. are in no way striking in the Lipson Ward, from Shanghai- ordinary sense but are only (Reuter). spontaneously

conscientious Japan in any against China

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demonstrating refusal to assist way. In the War

CAUSE OF PEACE

Sydney, Feb. 1. The Waterside Workers Federa- tion has informed the Government

load of the willingness to

wool. wheat and general cargo to Japan, but on conscientious and humani- tarian grounds cannot load war material. It is understood the Government will not attempt to discipline the Federation realising that it sincerely believes it is at vancing

In a very patronising fashion General Matsui says he is quite sure that the Shanghai Municipal Council authorities are doing their "But," he adds, "the ques- best. tion must go down to the rock bot- tom of British policy in the Far East." He forgets to add that the Shanghai Municipal Council would do far better if allowed to work out (Reuter). their own salvation and not be

MISSIONARIES SAIL FOR WUHU

Shanghai, Feb. 1. Dr. F. E. Brown and Mrs. Wesley: May, of the Wuhu General Hos- pital, sailed for Wuhu this morning in a Japanese ship.

They are the Arst Japanese missionaries to be permitted to return to their post and the first-

al'owed to be

to

00 калі Japanese ship-(Reuter),

PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS

2.

Miss Irene

The Hoa. Mr. Sydney Caine. Chutb was formerly Financial Secretary, Mrs. Caine Rogers, and is a sister, of Mr. N. and their young son were excur- A E Mackay of the "China Mail,” sionists to Macao on Chinese New Year's Day, Going over by the sa Captain F. N. Roberts, Millitary Kinshan in the morning. they Attache to the United States Em- drove around the

Portuguese bassy in China, left for Canton on. colony in the afternoon, visiting Monday by the U88. Mindanao. the many historical spots. and

the ca:28e of peace- returned by the same boat in the evening.

Mr. and Mrs. C.. HL Lammert two of the oldest residents of Canton, are at present staying in Macao. Their son, Mr. Frank E. W. Lammert, who is attached to The Sun Life Insurance Company took advantage of the Chinese New Year holidays to visit his parents.

Other local residents who made PARTICULARS OF THE LOT subjected to persistent Japanese

obstruction.

harbouring any sentimental feel-

the excursion trip to Mäcno on On the matter of supplying armslag as to China's welfare does not Monday were Dr. J. M. Gray, well- to China, General Matsut declares offset the latest reports from Nan-known Government medical off-here, he is not very well versed as to king of massacre and rape by cer, and Mrs. Gray, Mr. P. M. N. whether Britain is supplying more soldiers under Genera! Matsul's da Bilva. the stockbroker. Mr. R. than Germany or Italy. An in-

command,

Edwards. 'Second Maglatrate, Mr. squiry to his intelligence depart Considerable concern is shown by | C. W. L. Cole, of Messrs. Shewan,

ment would surely give him the General Matsul over the question Tomes and Company, and Miss of finance, another department on Elvie Yuen popular amateur con- correct answer and maybe General Mateul knows. better,"

which a soldier is no authority. He cert and radio artiste. seems to regret and envy China's steady exchange rate since the out- break of hostilities

Rural "uilding

Hegistry No.

Ropulse Bay, Road. -

Locality.

ft.

As per

male plan

About

$

$30

4,000

General Matsui's answer regard ing the Chinese Customs is indeed illuminating. "Originally" he says, "I had it in mind to take over the Shanghai Customs right away, but, as the Panay and Ladybird in- cidents occurred, I thought if better to treat the question on more mo- 5952 derate lines”

A very well-known figure in Shanghai, Herr Wolfgang Sɔrge, "Berliner correspondent of the

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Mr. J. R. Benner. of the star of of the National City Bank. Canton:" is coming down to Hong Kong today for a few days' vacation. While here, he will reside at the Hong Kong Hote!.

"In regard to the Chinese Customs

Dr. Hialario Moncado, a very revenue the doughty soldier is Lokalanzeiger," is at present in well-known Filipino figure, will Dr. quite naive. "When I talk," be the Colony on a short visit and is shortly visit Hong Kong.

has previously stayed says, "about taking over the Chin-staging at the Gloucester Hotel. Moncado

here on many occasions and, is. 2′ ese Customs, that does not mean

Re- Mr. F. W. Bhaftain Assistant great admirer of our' Island.' the administration will come into

richest Japanese hands," (Oh, no!)-"but Director of Criminal Intelligence,puted to be one of the

*dave On men in the Philippine Islands, be only that the new Chinese regime, is proceeding Home on whatever it may be called, mustFebruary 19. Before appointment was formerly very active in labour draw its financial resources from to his present pas Mr. Shaftain reform work. the Customs."!}..

was Principal of the Police Train-

Mr. Martin Gold, famous Bhang- hal orchestra leader, has joined the staff of the local office of Messra. 8. E. Levy and Company. stock and commodity broker. He is staying at the Hong Kong Hotel.

We wonder if "I thought" should not read "the authorities in Tokyo HONOUR REGAINED

The attacking of vessels flying the flag of nations with whom you are Berlin, Jan. 31 desirous of negotiating loans is not On the occasion of the celebra- | exactly conducive to good will be- To sum up, General Mataut ap-ing School His wife, the fonner tion of the fifth anniversary of tween the parties concerned

very Le- parently makes an official state- Miss Laba Pecker, is a the National Socialists 'assump- General Matsui infers that he ment that we consider should have complished planist and bas tre- public and tion of power, Dr. Goebbels, Minis- thinks as the negotiations are tax- come, if at all, from Tokyo. State- quently played in ter "of Propaganda, in a radio ing too long a time he might have ments such as this should not be broadcasted from ZEW station. talk to boys and girls of the Hitler to revert to his original attitude, lamed through any person who is

During the absence of Mr. Shaf- youth movement throughout Ger- Might we add, if no more Panay or not in a position to carry the full

tain. Mr. H. W.. Heath, A.B.P., will many, reviewed the events of the Ladybird incidents occur or if no responsibility for his remarks. act as A.D.C.L past five years and said the dream

diplomats get struck by Reading between the lines, Gen- of all, Germans to make the coun- Japanese soldiers.

eral Matsul's policy appeara de- The many friends, of Mis. Irene try strong and restore Germany's Our heart almost bleeds in pendent on the behaviour of bis Chubb wife of Mr. Thomas Chubb honour and lead her into the clr-sympathy with "Ilustrious subordinates. A not too reassuring of the Standard-Varnum Oil Com 'cle' of nations had become. 筵 General that he should feel assumption in view of the many pany, Foothow, will be interested has brought to the Far East many entertainers- and reality.

deeply

was presented of the best delay incidents that have occurred and to learn that she any Dr. Goebbels appealed toin restoring the war-stricken which, according to the General with a baby daughter on Chinese theatrical companies having been Both mother in this part of the world more students to work and learn to areas and the Chinese population. himself, have forced him to adopt New Year's Day.

Mrs. more than 22 years fight, be strong."--(Reuter). Unfortunately this admission of a mere moderate polley.

and child are doing well

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more there is anything you want

buy or wall,

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25 words $1.00 prepaid for 3 Insertions,

about

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An interesting visitor to the Cólony is. Mr. R. T. (Dick) Hamil-

well-known theatrical im- ton, pressario, who is a guest at "the Hong Kong Hotel

Mr. Hamilton

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