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LANE, CRAWFORD & CO. (contd.)

These different departments were added from time to time. During the period 1850-1905, branches were opened in Shanghai, Yokohama, and Kobe. These branches were later taken over by local Managers and subsequently turned into limited liability companies.

Meanwhile, the business in Hongkong rapidly expanded, and eventually, the Des Voeux Road premises were pushed through to Queen's Road, coming out where Lock Hing's are now in business.

Records show that the company has been closely connected with the steady progress of the Colony, and splendid service was rendered on several occasions of emergency. It was the firm's bakery that came to the Government's assistance when an attempt was made in the very early days to poison the troops; and in later years, it was Lane Crawford's water-boats which brought the precious fluid, free of charge, from Kowloon Bay and kept the Colony provided with drinking water during the very severe drought of fifty years ago. It is interesting to note that the firm was presented with a spring of water for this service; and many Governors of Hongkong have from time to time thanked the firm for assistance rendered in time of need.

The reference by "Dramaticus" to a pier and a towing service proves the many activities of this firm in its position of general providers to residents as well as to ships in port.

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL

The history of the Government of Hongkong, i.e., the Legislative Council, makes interesting reading. In these days, the Council stands high in public esteem. Occasionally, a trivial matter excites some resentment, but the fact that no income tax is levied here is never forgotten by those who have in other years unwillingly contributed to the coffers of the Chancellor of the Exchequer at Home.

In a series of articles commencing today, it is proposed to tell the early history of the Government of Hongkong.

In 1843, the Colonial Government was organised as follows: Sir H. Pottinger (Governor), Capt. G. T. Brooke (military secretary and A.D.C.), Capt. T. Ormsby (extra A.D.C.), Major-General G. C. D'Aguilar (Lieutenant Governor), Lieut-Col. G. A. Malcolm (Colonial Secretary), J. R. Morrison (Chinese Secretary), L. D'Almada e Castro (Chief Clerk), Major W. Caine (Chief Magistrate), and others holding minor positions.

An Executive Council was formed, consisting of the Hon. A. R. Johnston and the Hon. W. Caine.

The first Legislative Council contained no unofficial members and comprised the Hon. A. R. Johnston, the Hon. J. R. Morrison, the Hon. W. Caine, with Mr. R. Burgess as Clerk of Council.

The newly established Legislative Council commenced its sittings on January 11, 1844, and displayed an extraordinary amount of energy. Within four months, it had compiled, considered, and passed twelve Colonial and five consular ordinances.

Ordinance No. 1 of 1844 intended to define and promulgate the law relating to slavery in Hongkong. It was launched by the Council on February 28, 1844, but was disallowed by the Secretary of State on the ground that the English laws relating to slavery extended by their own proper force and authority to Hongkong and required no further definition or promulgation.

This first ordinance had been aimed at abolishing or at least mitigating the evil of Chinese bond servitude. The mui-tsai problem of today, therefore, goes back to the days of the Colony's foundation, and it is interesting to reflect that the same matter which raised argument in the House of Commons only a few weeks ago agitated the minds of the first administrators in Hongkong.

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LANE, CRAWFORD & CO. (contd.) These different departments were added from time to time. During the period 1850-1905, branches were opened in Shanghai, Yokohama, and Kobe. These branches were later taken over by local Managers and subsequently turned into limited liability companies. Meanwhile, the business in Hongkong rapidly expanded, and eventually, the Des Voeux Road premises were pushed through to Queen's Road, coming out where Lock Hing's are now in business. Records show that the company has been closely connected with the steady progress of the Colony, and splendid service was rendered on several occasions of emergency. It was the firm's bakery that came to the Government's assistance when an attempt was made in the very early days to poison the troops; and in later years, it was Lane Crawford's water-boats which brought the precious fluid, free of charge, from Kowloon Bay and kept the Colony provided with drinking water during the very severe drought of fifty years ago. It is interesting to note that the firm was presented with a spring of water for this service; and many Governors of Hongkong have from time to time thanked the firm for assistance rendered in time of need. The reference by "Dramaticus" to a pier and a towing service proves the many activities of this firm in its position of general providers to residents as well as to ships in port. LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL The history of the Government of Hongkong, i.e., the Legislative Council, makes interesting reading. In these days, the Council stands high in public esteem. Occasionally, a trivial matter excites some resentment, but the fact that no income tax is levied here is never forgotten by those who have in other years unwillingly contributed to the coffers of the Chancellor of the Exchequer at Home. In a series of articles commencing today, it is proposed to tell the early history of the Government of Hongkong. In 1843, the Colonial Government was organised as follows: Sir H. Pottinger (Governor), Capt. G. T. Brooke (military secretary and A.D.C.), Capt. T. Ormsby (extra A.D.C.), Major-General G. C. D'Aguilar (Lieutenant Governor), Lieut-Col. G. A. Malcolm (Colonial Secretary), J. R. Morrison (Chinese Secretary), L. D'Almada e Castro (Chief Clerk), Major W. Caine (Chief Magistrate), and others holding minor positions. An Executive Council was formed, consisting of the Hon. A. R. Johnston and the Hon. W. Caine. The first Legislative Council contained no unofficial members and comprised the Hon. A. R. Johnston, the Hon. J. R. Morrison, the Hon. W. Caine, with Mr. R. Burgess as Clerk of Council. The newly established Legislative Council commenced its sittings on January 11, 1844, and displayed an extraordinary amount of energy. Within four months, it had compiled, considered, and passed twelve Colonial and five consular ordinances. Ordinance No. 1 of 1844 intended to define and promulgate the law relating to slavery in Hongkong. It was launched by the Council on February 28, 1844, but was disallowed by the Secretary of State on the ground that the English laws relating to slavery extended by their own proper force and authority to Hongkong and required no further definition or promulgation. This first ordinance had been aimed at abolishing or at least mitigating the evil of Chinese bond servitude. The mui-tsai problem of today, therefore, goes back to the days of the Colony's foundation, and it is interesting to reflect that the same matter which raised argument in the House of Commons only a few weeks ago agitated the minds of the first administrators in Hongkong.

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LANE, CRAWFORD & CO. (contd.) These 628 52. different departments were added from time to time. During the period 1850-1905. branches were opened in Shanghai, Yokohama and Kobe. branches were later taken over by local Managers, and subsequently turned into limited liability companies. Meanwhile, the business in Hongkong rapidly expanded and eventually the Des Voeux Road premises were pushed through to Queen's Road coming out where Lock Hing's are now in business. Records show that the company has been closely connected with the steady progress of the Colony and splendid service was rendered on several occasions of emergency. It was the firm's bakery that came to the Government's assistance when an attempt was made in the very early days to poison the troops; and in later years, it was Lane Crawford's water-boats which brought the precious fluid, free of charge, from Kowloon Bay and kept the Colony provided with drinking water during the very severe drought of fifty years ago. It is interesting to note that the firm was presented with a spring of water for this service; and many Governors of Hongkong have from time to time thanked the firm for assistance rendered in time of need. The reference by "Dramaticus" to a pier, and a towing service, prove the many activities of this firm in its position of general pro- viders to residents as well as to ships in port. * * * **** LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL· The history of the Government of Hongkong, i.e., the Legislative Council, makes interesting reading. In these days the Council stands high in public esteem. Occasionally, a trivial matter excites some resentment, but the fact that no income tax is levied here is never forgotten by those who have in other years unwillingly contributed to the coffers of the Chancellor of the Exchequer at Home. In a series of articles, commencing to-day, it is proposed to tell the early history of the Government of Hongkong. In 1843, the Colonial Government was organised as follows: Sir H. Pottinger (Governor), Capt. G. T. Brooke (military secretary and A.D.C.). Capt. T. Ormsby (extra A.D.C.) Major-General G. C. D'Aguilar (Lieutenant Governor), Lieut-Col. G. A. Malcolm (Colonial Secretary), J. R. Morrison (Chinese Secretary), L. D'Almada e Castro (Chief Clerk), Major W. Caine (Chief Magistrate), and others holding minor positions. An Executive Council was formed consisting of the Hon. A. R. Johnston and the Hon. W. Caine. The first legislative Council contained no unofficial members and comprised the Hon. A. R. Johnston, the Hon. J. R. Morrison, the Hon. W. Caine, with Mr. R. Burgess as Clerk of Council. The newly established Legislative Council commenced its sittings on January 11, 1844 and displayed an extraordinary amount of energy. Within four months it had compiled, considered and passed twelve Colonial and five consular ordinances. Ordinance No.1 of 1844 intended to define and promulgate the law re- lating to slavery in Hongkong. It was launched by the Council on February, 28, 1844 but was disallowed by the Secretary of State on the ground that the English laws relating to slavery extended by their own proper force and authority to Hongkong and required no further definition or promulga- tion. This first ordinance had been aimed at abolishing or at least miti- gating the evil of Chinese bond servitude. The mui-tsai problem of to-day, therefore, goes back to the days of the Colony's foundation, and it is in- teresting to reflect that the same matter which raised argument in the House of Commons only a few weeks ago, agitated the minds of the first administrators in Hongkong.

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different departments were added from time to time. During the period 1850-1905. branches were opened in Shanghai, Yokohama and Kobe. branches were later taken over by local Managers, and subsequently turned into limited liability companies.

Meanwhile, the business in Hongkong rapidly expanded and eventually the Des Voeux Road premises were pushed through to Queen's Road coming out where Lock Hing's are now in business.

Records show that the company has been closely connected with the steady progress of the Colony and splendid service was rendered on several occasions of emergency. It was the firm's bakery that came to the Government's assistance when an attempt was made in the very early days to poison the troops; and in later years, it was Lane Crawford's water-boats which brought the precious fluid, free of charge, from Kowloon Bay and kept the Colony provided with drinking water during the very severe drought of fifty years ago. It is interesting to note that the firm was presented with a spring of water for this service; and many Governors of Hongkong have from time to time thanked the firm for assistance rendered in time of need.

The reference by "Dramaticus" to a pier, and a towing service, prove the many activities of this firm in its position of general pro- viders to residents as well as to ships in port.

* * * ****

LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL·

The history of the Government of Hongkong, i.e., the Legislative Council, makes interesting reading. In these days the Council stands high in public esteem. Occasionally, a trivial matter excites some resentment, but the fact that no income tax is levied here is never forgotten by those who have in other years unwillingly contributed to the coffers of the Chancellor of the Exchequer at Home.

In a series of articles, commencing to-day, it is proposed to tell the early history of the Government of Hongkong.

In 1843, the Colonial Government was organised as follows: Sir H. Pottinger (Governor), Capt. G. T. Brooke (military secretary and A.D.C.). Capt. T. Ormsby (extra A.D.C.) Major-General G. C. D'Aguilar (Lieutenant Governor), Lieut-Col. G. A. Malcolm (Colonial Secretary), J. R. Morrison (Chinese Secretary), L. D'Almada e Castro (Chief Clerk), Major W. Caine (Chief Magistrate), and others holding minor positions.

An Executive Council was formed consisting of the Hon. A. R. Johnston and the Hon. W. Caine.

The first legislative Council contained no unofficial members and comprised the Hon. A. R. Johnston, the Hon. J. R. Morrison, the Hon. W. Caine, with Mr. R. Burgess as Clerk of Council.

The newly established Legislative Council commenced its sittings on January 11, 1844 and displayed an extraordinary amount of energy. Within four months it had compiled, considered and passed twelve Colonial and five consular ordinances.

Ordinance No.1 of 1844 intended to define and promulgate the law re- lating to slavery in Hongkong. It was launched by the Council on February, 28, 1844 but was disallowed by the Secretary of State on the ground that the English laws relating to slavery extended by their own proper force and authority to Hongkong and required no further definition or promulga- tion.

This first ordinance had been aimed at abolishing or at least miti- gating the evil of Chinese bond servitude. The mui-tsai problem of to-day, therefore, goes back to the days of the Colony's foundation, and it is in- teresting to reflect that the same matter which raised argument in the House of Commons only a few weeks ago, agitated the minds of the first administrators in Hongkong.

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