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HONG KONG DAILY PRESS

TRIBUTE PAID TO NOTED CHINESE

REV. FATHER

MAESTRINI

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Presentation Made From Parish

Valedictory addresses and a pre- sentation were made to the Rev. Father Maestrini, Rector of St. Teresa's Church. Kowloon, on the 'occasion of his transfer to Hong

Kong as Secretary to His Lordship

Bishop Valtorta.

CARTOONIST

ARRIVES

MR. JACK CHEN

Mr. Jack Chen, noted Chinese

San

DEATH OF MR.

W. MCEWEN

PI. Business Man Dies Here

GENERAL

MACAO-LISBON RADIO LINK

Direct Service" Inaugurated

Speaking on behalf of all the Associations of the Partsh. Mr. A. F. Osmund. President of the Apostleship of Prayer, said:-The duty has fallen on me to address you on behalf of all the Associa- tions of this parish. We have ga-

Mr. Chen has returned thered here tonight in full force China with exhibition of graphic veyed to bid you farewell on your trans art dedicated to the struggle of steamer, fer to the Cathedral to take up the Chinese a more important post as private secretary to His Lordship Bishop Valtorta

Mr. William McEwen, assistant cartoonist and critic arrived by manager of the Liggett and Myers

(From Our Own Correspondent) the President Coolidge at. the Tobacco Company in the Philippine

Macao, May 5, charge of an exhibition of modern President Coolidge on conclusion of a world tour in Islands, died on board the 8.8. First direct radio communics- Tuesday tion between Mackó and Lisbon his way to Hankow. Chinese graphic art. He is on morning when the vessel was was established at 12.45 am to- alongside the Kowloon Wharf, day when, in the presence of lead- Paris, New York, Boston,

In Moscow, London, Edinburgh, was revealed yesterday.

ing oficials of the Colony, H. E Mr. McEwen, who had not been the Governor of Macao, Dr. Artur Francisco and other centres this in good health, was on his way Tamigaini de Sousa Barbosa, EX- first exhibit of the new art of from Manila to the United States changed messages of greetings China roused tremendous Interest for treatment. He was accom-jwith the Minister for Colonies. and won the acclaim of leading panied by a private nurse. critics:

The inauguration of this radio Several thousand dollars Death WES due were collected by the exhibit for haemorrhage. The body was em-formally set up by the Marcont to cerebral link with the Home country was medical relief in China.

balmed by Messrs. Brown, Jones Wireless Telegraph Company of to and Company and is being con-Lisbon. Local newspapermen' and to America by the same representatives of Hong Kong dailles were present daring the people by English The late Mr. McEwen had been exchange of messages. and American artists from American Artists, Congress

the resident in the Philippine Islands Among the officials present were: and for many years and was a well--Dr. Carlos Sampalo (Colonial

the British Artists International known figure in American circles Secretary). Capt. C. de Sousa Gor- Association. This exhibition will in Manila.

galho (Police Commissioner). Mr.

During the absence of Father Gratelli in Italy to recuperate you be presented to the public shortly The nurse who accompanied him Luciano Martins (Postmaster- took up the post of Rector of this in this Colony and will then be has returned to the Islands, Parish for about four years and taken to Canton and Hankow, during this period I am very glad Mr. Jack Chen is the younger to mention that under your able son of Dr. Eugene Chen, and be- and, zealous management greatgan his artistic career at the age improvements were made.

of 17 by drawing in the "Peoples Tribune," Hankow (China formation Service).

you,

In conclusion, I will ask In the name of all the Associations which subscribed so liberally, to to ccept this cheque as a token of our appreciation for the valu- able assistance you have rendered to us.

FR. MAESTRINI REPLIES

In accepting the present, Father Maestrini said:--

CHIEF JUSTICE GOING ON LEAVE

Atholl MacGregor, leaves on May His Honour the Chief Justice, Sir

FUNERAL OF-

General): Dr. V. Raposo (Colonial Treasurer). Dr. A. Miranda (Chief Judge). Maj. Lello (Chief of Staff). Maj. Arez (Chief of Police). Comm. Samuel Vieira (Earbour Master). Dr. Brito Chaves (Médical Officer),

MRS. CHALLINOR L.-Col. J. Vieira (Private Secre

MANY FLORAL TRIBUTES

FUNERAL YESTERDAY

tary), Lt, Macedo Phito (A. D. C. to H. E the Governor) and Mr. Pedro Lobo (Chief of Economics Service).

NAVAL PLANE RAISED

The funeral service of Mrs. Challinor took place at the Pro- testant Cometery yesterday and friends. Rev. was attended by a large role of

Dean Wilson off- The naval plane; attached to for six months' leave.

clated. The deceased's remains HMS. Birmingham, which cap- with him, and they are expected

Lady MacGregor will be leaving are to be cremated.

sized and sank in the harbour on to be back a few weeks before

Among those present were:-The Tuesday, was raised yesterday by Hon, Mr. R. M..Henderson, Messrs. the naval mooring ship Moorlake, O. E. C. Marton, D. L. Strellett, D. and has been towed to Kal Tack. Mr. Justice R. E Lindsell, Pulsne C. whiteSmith, W. F. Simmons R. yet been

During his absence, His Honour G. McAvoy, B... A. C. Hallowes, P. Extent of the damage has not Judge, will act as Chief Justice. D Gillesple. F. Stafford Smith, A. feared It will be found to be ex- ascertained but It is while Mr. E. H. Williams, Assistant Nicol, W. Fleming, H. G. Williams, tensive. Attorney-General will be the Art

"It is with mixed feeling of the deepest gratitude and sincere re- gret that I am here tonight, once more to your midst. Feelings of gratitude for the spotunecus, cor- dial, sincere way by

which you christmas. have so kindly gathered to bid me farewell: but feelings of the deep- eat regret at the same time be cause this very ceremony brings more vividly, to my mind the fact that I am" no more attached to this beloved parish where I have worked for about four years. Four years which I do not hesitate to call the best years of my life.

to

Pulsne Judge.

REV. H. W. BAINES

'The following is taken from the current issue of the Andrian (St.

D. L Coppin, C, B. Brown,. R. A. Forsyth, D. Benson, Margrett, S. R. Kerr, J. H. Jessen, N. L Rallton, J. F. Robinson, Mrs. C. E. Roza Perlera, Mrs. J. L. Fraser, Miss A. W. Noronha. and Major, V. E. Duclos.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

TEA PARTY

"

You have so kindly thanked me for the very little that I have done

The annual-children's party of while I was with you, but I feel Andrew's Church monthly maga

St. Andrew's Church Sunday in duty bound to thank you after|zine).

LIST OF WREATHS

School will be held in the Church God for any 'good which may have

Wreaths were sent by the fol-grounds tomorrow at 3 p.m. fol- been accomplished. I have

The Rev. H. W. Baines has made lowing:-Mr. and Mrs. W. T.lowed by the distribution of prizes thank first of all Rev. Fr. Granelli friends during his four years in Guinness, Mr. and Mrs. H. A Bayne children's festival service will take

en unusually great number of Stanton, Mr. and Mrs. Alan Hat 5.30

p.m. On Sunday the and I am glad that I have an Hong Kong He Occasion for doing 30 publicly missed. It is one of the mistor-Brown (Singapore), Mr. and Mrs.

will be "sadly (Swatow), Mr. and Mrs. McI place in Church. both during the time of his pre- tunes of ministerial life in gen-H. A. Mill, Capt. and Mrs. P. S. the Rev RW. L Martin, Head- The preacher at Matins will be sence and of his absence he has eral, and most of all, of ministerial Whitehead Mr. and Mrs. J. E. R. master been the inspiring guide and a life abroad, that one has time to Hance, Barbara and Heather, Mr. College, Stanley, while one of the of St. Stephen's Boys' real father in the first steps in make warm friends and treasured and Mrs. R. D. Gillespie, Mr. and children will read the Lesson and my pastoral life. My task in this friendships, and to learn to value Mrs. J. D. McClatchie, Mr. and Mrs. the sidesmen will be children also. parish has been made much eesler people greatly, only to have by the excellent way he organised part from them.

to C. C. W. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs J. The preacher at Evensong, at

D. Danby, Mr. and Mrs. C. Ed-6.30 pm. will be the which ran from the opening of this vileged to know Mr. Baines will binson, Mr. and Mrs. H. T. WI-

But those who have been pri-mondson, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Ro- Hong Kong. Church to his departure for Italy be sorry at his gatog, and though liams, Mr.

our congregation in the two years

and Mrs. P. M. Re-

Mrs. D.

Bishop of

D.B.S. · CHAPEL.

To me fell the easy task of reaping they may never meet him again, medios, Mr. and Mrs. P. Tod, Mr. the harvest, but to him the more have gained something from and Mrs. N. LH. Railton, Mr. laborious one of sowing the seed. their friendship with him that and Mrs. J. Dick, Mr. and Mrs. and consequently his also is the they can never lose. greater merit. I am glad there-

W. A. Weight, Mr. and

Holy Communion will be cele fore to avall myself of this oppor-when his fiancee is able to join Mr. and Mrs. W. H Lebert, Mr. and May 22, at 8 am, followed by We wish him a good voyage, and Benson, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Jowitt, cesan Boys' School on Sunday, brated in the chapel of the Dio- tunity to thank Rev. Fr. Granell him in England, we wish to them Mrs. A. RJ. White, Mr. and Mrs. breakfast together. All old boys of for his constant support, encour-both every blessing, and all passi E. H. Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Hthe school, who have been con- agement and guidance.

ble happiness In their Die to-8. Hampden Rosa. Mr. and Mrs. Armed are welcomed to this com-

I want to assure you also that in spite of my shortcomings I have always loved this parish with all my heart, that I have always loved

gether.

and love you all without distinc-|- ACKNOWLEDGMENT

tion of race or class and that since

J Watsen, Mr. and Mrs. A. L 8. munion which will be the first Read, Mr. and Mra T. R. Mac- communion of the boys who will donald, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Lizaa be confirmed on May 14. man, Mr. and Mrs. F. Stafford

The Director of Ambulance ac-Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Nicol.

Mr. G. Hope Brett, David and

the very first day when I was ap-knowledges with thanks the follow. pointed to this parish, I have ing donations:- constantly devoted all my energies

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and abilities to its welfare and prosperity.

You have been so kind as to present me with a souvenir which I accept and appreciate as a tokeni of your affection, but I want to

Mr. Fung Wing-fong, $200.

Evelyn Strellett," Mr. P. 8. Shiu, Chemicals Industries (China) Ltd., Miss D. M. Cavanagh, Mr. H. de Director and Staff of Imperial W. Margrett, Mr. H. Dreyer, Mr. J. Chemical Industries (China) Ltd., J. Paterson, Mr. H. T. Buxton, Mr. Chinese Star of the Imperial Madame Sun Fo, $100 (Flag Day F. C. Hall, P. M. Noinsco da Silva The Ladies Committee, Cheero H. A. Keller, Mr. H. A. MUs, Mr. Chemical Industries (China) Ltd., fund).

Mrs. Fung Cheng,Tin-yin, $200. Mr. Fung Wel-shing, $100.

assure you that I need no souvenir LEAGUE OF NATIONS

to help me to remember you. Your memory, dearly beloved friends, is

deeply engraved in my heart and

no time, no other human factor

COMMISSION

"Amsterdam, May 5, The commission of the guaran-

re-

will ever cancel it to the end of tor. States of the League of Na- my days.

tions' kans will meet shortly" to The 'Rey, A. Granelli, Rector of examine the legal situation St. Teresa's Church, then spoke on garding the League of Nations' the merits of Fr., Maestrini, after loans granted to the former Aus- which three cheers and a "tiger" tria and guaranteed by the powers, were called for.

reports the "Telegram" yesterday. Among those present were:-Mr. Among those guarantor. Powers Q. A. A. Macfadyen, Dr. and Mrs. are Britain, France and the

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B. de Sousa, Rev. Fr. M Orlando, Netherlands.

successor to Rev. Fr. Maestrini,

Rev. Fr. D. Pabbo, Mr. L. A. Bar- The Netherlands will be. repre- ton, and Mr. Chan Yap-yu. Also seated at the conference by the former commissar general of the Scouts and Chibs, the St. Teresa's League of Nations in Vienna, Dr.

members of the 13th. Kowloon

Choir. Children

of Mary. and members of other associations of the parish.

Zimmermann(Transocean).

WOMAN GIVES BIRTH

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TO SEVEN The forthcoming marriage, is

Hayana (Cuba), May 5, announced... between Mr. Mario Rafaela Castners, of Bayamo, Americo Prata, clerk in the Penin- Urlenta. Prosiace, is reported to aula, Hotel, and Mias aLuria, g- have given birth to prven children. of Hof Ming 5th Lane second floor. All the children are altra-(Hou- Honan, Canton. ···

[tor).

Jr., Miss V. Blackburn, Messrs. Club, Messrs. Yue Teck, Yuen Jardine and Matheson and Co., Shep-chun, Shiti Shing, Vick M Deacons, Deutsche Farben- Cheong-hong. Cheung Loy. 1st Handelsgesellschaft" Waibel and Battery, Hong Kong Volunteer De- Co., Hong Kong Staff Imperial fence Cörps.

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FUNERAL OF MRS. CHALLINOR

The corloge at the funeral of the late Mrs. Bybu, Baby Challinor at Happy Valley yesterday, (Photo, Kwong Lam),

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