THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1900,
To-day's Advertisements.
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ING of the SHAREHOLDERS in the above A. S. WATSON & Co., Company will be arki at the rise of the Company, on WEDNESDAY, the Sevent day
of March, at Noon, for this purpose of passing
the following RESOLUTION,
3. That the Proposal of the Dantors to rail
up the Unpaid Capital of the Pompany in ONE CALL of $50 per Share PAYABLE 1st July next, is approved.
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And if such Residuation is passed, for the CLARETS.
purpose of passing the following SPECIAL RESOLUTION:
2. That the Profits arerned to the Company from the issue at a Peulum ofthe New Shares in the Company, authorised to be issued by the Special Resolution passed on the 6th, and cun- firmed on the 2180 day of April, 1889, amount; ing to the sum of $uzsboro, and which was then carried, and is now standing, to the Credit of the Reserve Feud in pistance of such Specia! Resolution. he capitalized and be applied in part payment of the CALL of $50 per Share on all the Shares in the Company, to be made by the Board
Should the above Special Resolution be passed by the year it will be sub: mitted for confirmation at a subsequent Meri- ing to be called for the purpose in due course.
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Cape Colony.
LATER.
Col. Brabant's Colonial troops during three days operations, have had some sharp fight ing and expelled the rebels from the country between Penhock and Hordrecht, capturing waggons and stores. The enemy's last posi- tion North of Dordrecht was carried at the point of the hayonet.
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News from Chievely Camp, date! 17th-1. instant, says that the British have weupied and entrenchel Hassar bill five miles to the North Ensi, and stelle the Boers on Hangwane hill preventing the enemy from re-inforcing.
WEATHER REPORT.
The Observatory cepit says 1-
On the 20th at 11.55 am. barometric changes are slight. The high pressure area remains central wer N. China. Gradients mederate with strong minston on the coast, and in the N. part of the China Sea. FORECAST:-Moderate N. winds; weather improving.
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$7.36 IN our report of Saturday's performance of the 960 "Yeomen of the Guard" we opitted to men- 1392tion that the part of Kate was admirably taken by Mrs. Grace, Mrs. Lowson being prevented by Indisposition from appearing.
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and are not artificially made | grape "as is generally the case with cheap
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Sample bottles and smaller quanti- ties will be supplied at proportionat wholesale rates.
We guarantee our Winesand Spirits to be gennine only when bought direct from us in the Colony or from our authorised Agents at the Least Ports.
A LOYAL Indian lady, the Maharani Sahiba of Hathwa in Behar, has given Rs. 10,000 to the Transvaal war fund through the Maharaja of Darbhanga. The same lady is presenting to each planter or assistant planter holding villages in the Halwa raj, who may be accepted as a member of the Rehar Light Horse Contingent for South Africa, enough to provide him with
charger.
THE Shell Company have proved that a tank steamer which is capable of carrying oil on the outward voyage is not the less able to take general 'easter cargoes homewards, and their efforts in this direction have been deservedly crowned with success. The latest addition to their fleet is the Strambus, which is 426 feet
long by 32 feet beam, and carries about 8300
tons on a moderate daught of water. She is the largest oil steamer afloat.
ONE
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A. S. WATSON & CO., LIMITED. ghostly enemy?" called forth the saucy re-
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in the and of "ela uary, at Amay, the wife of The attention of Passengers is directed to the Rev. A. J. Har hinson, of a son (HENRY the excellent commodation provided by this JAME- steamer. She is fitted thrighom with Electric
Ligit: and is suppled with a Refrigerating Chamber.
A Doctor is canicul.
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HONGKONG, TUESDAY. FEBRUARY 20, 1900,
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NOTES AND COMMENTS.
We are pleased to see that the Star Ferry Company have actest upon the suggestions we threw out the other day ancnt their service. Not only have they since put on one of the double ended boats, as a
which
will be despatched for the above Port on of theatre inch for each of the Amateur about the 5th March,
Dramatic Club's performaures, both to and
For Freight, apply to
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THERN PACIFRE STEAMSHIP
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES. STEAMSHIP QUERN ADELAIDE" FROM TACOMA, VICTORIA, YOKO.
HAMA, KOBE AND MOJI
Mr. G. H. Potts' b. Tocsin, 11st gib
Mr. John Peel's phd. Ting Haou, rest alb
Mr. Gresson a Mr. Borey's g. Unique Rose, 11st-alb........
Mr. Walliumler o Messrs McKie and Gove's br. Strathcona....
1st lb Crawford o Mr. G. J. Pous blk. Pirate King, 11st 1)b
Mr. Burkill o Mr.
do b. Storin King, yost ralb......
Mr. Cox o For Hongkong's blue riband event a field of nine faced the starter and a most troublesome
Mr. Mellor a
Mr. Burkill 3 Mr. G. H. Pots' b. Demon King, 1st 4lb... Mr. Derick-Hunter's g. Tube Rose, 11st 4lb
Mr. Camming o Mr, Dryasdust's ch. Beechwood, rost ral...
Mr. Johnson o -Mr. R. B. Johnson's br. The Wizard, 11st 1
Mr. Walwyn o Mr. H. Schlee's g. Eskdal, rost alb Mr. Cox o Mr. St. Simon's er. Paradox, 10st olb (late
Millstream)
Mr. West lot they puved, making no less than four false Mr. St. Simon's g. Seatog, 1st gib............. starts before they finally got away, Thunder- Mr. Andersna o storm started a hot favourite but Bulbul and After some tale the field of nine got away Mohler also had some backers. A1 the stari with Esperance in front, the test following in a "Storm"King went to the frein, closely attended- rather ragged, bouch. Fassing the village the by Bulbul, with the rest of the field in a bunch same order was maintained, Esperance still at their heels. Thunderstorm then challenged having a good lead, the sest all together, with Bulbul and ran into seconil place, in which order the exception of Eskdale who had fallen to the the Stand was passed, the bunch at the heels of rear. Counting down the straight Tocsin and the first three being altogether and capable of Demon King drew out of the fuck but Esper-being covered by the proverbial blanket. ance was too strong for them and won easily Towards the tack Rock Ting Janu showed by six lengths, hands down, a length separating up for a moment from the laggards but, despite Tepsin and Demon King Time, 1 m. 3 sec. bis many admirers, he was never in the running.
Of the Village Sturm-King wentrapidity tothe. The "VICTORIA" STARES, a sweepstakes of rear and his stable companion lay behind every
Sto each with $250 sted; second pony to
thing right up to the anish The race
down. receive $30 for China ponies; weight for
the Straight was a fine one Bulbul and Medder inches as per scale. One Mile.
running neck and neck with their jockeys Mr. Derick Hunter's d. Sandstorm, 11st tlb
doing all they knew to get every ounce out of Mr. Couming them, the race being.won on the post by a short Mr. John Peck's g. Beedmut, rost 12th
neck amidst great enthusiasm. Tima am.. Air. Gresson 2
35506. Busey's sk. Standard Rose, 11st 116.
Mr. Wailleumier 3 Mr. G. 11. Potis' by. Forest King, rist alb...
Mr. Burkill o Four only faced the starter and got away' well together on the first fall of the flag. Pass- ing the Stand. Forest King led with Sandstorm and Standard Rosein chse attendance, followed by leechnut. This order was maintained until the back stretch was mached when Beechnut commenced to draw ahead, overtook and passed Sandstorm and Forest King and took the lead at the Black Rock. At dhe Village, Beerhnut still held the lead with Sandstorm a length in the rear. O entering the Straight Sandstorm commenced to come in the Bant and splendidly ridden by ts. Cresson von frem Beechinta by a length and half, a short head separating serund and third, time 1 un. 19å sec.
The MAIN STAKIS value $400; second pony to receive $73; third, $50; for China ponics bona fide giftins on date of entry: weight for inches, as per scale; entrance $10. Three Quarters of a Mile.
Mr. G. H. Potts lik Desert King, 1ost 13lb
Mr. Burkill 1 Mr. David's in. Diplomat, fost tall) Mr. Heller 2 Mr. Waitleumier 3 Me, Busey's g. Dot Rose, rust 61b..... Mr. John Peel's g. Kingfisher, 1st 1lb.... ir 11. McMahon's g. Lukong, rist (lb.....
Mr. Giesson o
Mr. Walwyn o
Me, Hermann's d. Pedigree, ist ih Mr. Cox o Mr David's g. Enigma 11st rib Mr. Iones o Mr. G. 11. Potis' b. Damon King, test 7th...
Mr. Hart Buck o
The LUSITANO CUP, presented by the mem
hers of the Club Lusitano; second pony to receive half the entrance fees; for China ponies; weight for inches as per scale; pre- vious winners at this meeting 7 s extra; subscription griffins of this season, 1899-1900, allowed 7 ; entrance $10 One Mile and a Quarter.
Mr. Dorset's br. Pluto, rist ilb Mr. Greason I Mr. Buxcy's w. White Rost, 11st rib
Mr. Wullainier z.
Mr. Cumming 3
Mr. Walwyn o
Mr. Derick-Hunter's 2 Charger, 1st b
Mr. Mansheld's w. Ace of Hearts, 1st-lb. Mr. Hart Buck's g. Esperance, jos 13lb......
Mr. Crawford o
Mr. R. Wikiman's g. Thistic, 11st tib badania
Mr. Johnson o
Pluto jumped off with the 'n slight lead at the start, which he increased to about twelve lengils by the time the Stand was reached. Ace of Hearts and White Rose running neck and neck for se ond place. At the Village White Rose drew ahead of Ace ot Hearts as also did Charger. Pluto won bands down in n common canter, having led from the start.
1 from! Time zm. seisec, The COMPRADORA CUP, presented: second pony to receivehalf the entrance fees; for subscription griffins of this season, 1899-1900; weight for inches as per scale; winner of Valley Stakes 5 lbs. extra; Entrance $5 One Mile.
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Mr. Wheel-Rut's g. Impabla, dst 12lb
Mr. Rabington's g. The Robber, fist ib.
Mr. Burkill 1 rather amusing samples of
Mr. Tierce's Major, 11st 4lb... Mr. Gresson 7 children's answers accur in some "Remi-
The eight got off at the first attempt to a mis-Me. J. H. Lewis' g. Rover, 11st
Mr. Johnson 3 iscences," by a retired inspector of schools in crable start, Diploma leading followed by
Mr. David's g. Lightfoot, est alb Mr. Moller o the Humanitarian, We have all heard that to Lukong and Desert King. The same order was
maintained all the way to the Village, Dot Rose Mr. Wayfoong's br. Reserve, lost 12 the inpiry, "What is the text that forbids lying far in the rear. As the Straight was en-
Mr. Cox o man marrying more wives than one?" came tered Desert King gradually forged ahead, pass-
Mr. Cumming o the answer: "No man can serve two masters."ing Diplomat and Lusong, while Do! Rose At another time the question, "Who is your crept through the ruck for third place. Won by a length and a hat, the saine distance between second and third, the rest of the field joinder, "Please, sir, the 'spector".
straggling in anyhow. Time, Lm 37. sec. The VALLEY STAKEA, a sweepstakes of $5 each with $200 addoly first pony to receive 70 per cent.; second, 20 per cent; third, 10 per cent for subscription griffins of this season, 1899-1900; weight for inches as per scale. Three Quarters of a Mile. Mr. Derick Hunter's ch. Rascal, rest raib.....
Mr. Cumming 1 Mr. Pogosc's ch. Orange Blossom, lost 12lb
Mr. Willeumier 2 Mr. Tierce's spil. Minor, test 12lb
-MİT, TiressUMF Mr. G. 1. Puu's g. Snow King, frst th....
Mr. Burkill o Mr. Carrother's g. Woodpigeon, rost 13li..."
Mr. Cruickshank o Stewards:His Excellency Sir Henry A. Mr. Magpie's d. Tara, rost 120b...Mr. Jones a Blake, C.M.; His Excellency Vise-Adl. Sir bir H. McMahon's cheSartow, 191 12........
Mr. Walwyn o
Mr. Bratton o Major General W. J. Gascoigne, C.M.; Com Mr. Alexander's w. Cocktail, 1st 4.
Mr. Sepia Fando's b. Subsidy, 418 419..........
Mr. Cox o
MAJOR C. HUME, RA, who has gone out as D.A.A.G, on the staff of Lord Roberts, acted as governor to the Crown Prince of Siam, Lord Roberts had experience of his capacity and intelligence in the Burmese war of 1886-87, in which he acted as his aide-de-camp and as Lord Intelligence Officer in the 5th Brigade. Roberts very warmly mentioned his conduct Hin-despatches. The Major's perind of service dates back to 1870, and his majority to 1807.
THE RACES.
Edward H. Seymour, K.C.; His Excellency
modore Francis Powell, R., C.; Major M. M. Morris, R.AA. Babington, Esq.; The Hom, C. P. Chater, C.; D. Gillies, Esq.; R. M. Gray, Esq., Sir Thomas Jackson, Kt:
A rather troublesome field of nine faced the
The ponies went away well ju line and at the stand Major and Reserve. has a slight fead, Going up the Back Stretch these two ponies were running neck and neck and at the Back Rock the whips commenced to go while the Robber gradually drew ahead unt at the Village he had established a lead. Coming down the Straight Ruliber forged ahead and won cleverly by a length from Major who was hard ridden. Two lengths separated second and third. The am. #41 sec The HONGKONG CLUB CUP, presented; second pony to receive half the entrance fees; for China ponies; weight for inches as par scale;:! entrance $15. One Mile and a Half Me Toeg's w. Shannon, rist 4lb... Mr. Jones T Mr. Derick Hunter's g. Emerald, stilb
Mr. Cumming: 2, Mr. David's bl. Black Prince, fost falb
Mr. Moller 3 This did not appear to be a very popular race as only three faced the starter. They got
established a lead of about four lengths from away well together but Shannon quickly Emerald which he increased to about twelve at the finish, winning easily, Black: Prince was ridden for all he was worth but, despite sonic
from: Kinsloop, but they are now duing their The Ilon. I. 1. Keswick; J. H. Lewis, Esq.; dag and it took no less than four attempts to game efforts, was unable to overtake. Emerald
for those of the Kowloon residents who go best to wake matters as easy as possible over to tilin cachrany by asking them to give an expression of opinion as to what will be the most rumenight time for the two large laméhes to rita, I to be hoped that Kowloon Foll will take the trouble express their opinions on the subject,
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fur, we all kniny how difficult it is to get Such an article, as an opinion, from any- one in this Colony on any matter whatsoever. But the Ferry Company have gone still The above Steamer having arrived, Con- farther than this and have even taken our signtes of Carge are irreby requested to send him as to the lifesaving appliances carried in their Bills of Lading for countersignature and to take immediate delivery of their Gods their craft and are not only supplying the combie anders with estra lifebuoys, but are from, alongside
ixing them on brackets on the rail so that they are tendy in a moment and do not have to be either uphuckled or torn away from à yan bashing This is certainly a step in the right dieetion and we congratulate the 14 management of the Company upon its
foresight.
Cargo impeding the discharge of the Vessel: will be landed and stored at Consignees' risk and expense,
DODWELL & Co., LIMITED, Agents. Hongkong, 20th February, 1997%
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NOTICE.
THE OFFICES of the HONGKONG TELEGRAPH" have This Day been removed to No.. 50, QUEEN'S ROAD
CENTRAL, Scent Flour, the premises formerly occupied by Messrs. 1'OWELL & Co.) to which address all communications should
Ern. F. SKERTCHLY,
Manager.
be addressed.
Hongkong, st Mar, Sng,
AN APPEAL
REUTER'S TELEGRAMS,
THE WAR.
The Pursuit of Cronje..
London, February 18th. Geneál Kelly-Kenny reinforced by the Highland Brigade continues the pursuit of Commandant Cronje's force and has captured over a hundred waggons, General French has lett Kimberley wo-operate in the pur- suit. The Guards brigade is encamped at the enemy's position at Magersfontein.
French's March. HE SUPERIORESS of the ITALIAN
Reiter's Correspondeng at Jacobsdal wires TH
· CONVENT, CAINE ROAD, begs most respectfully to APPEAL to the Residents of that General French's march was the finest Hongkong and the Past Pons, for their kind on record. The whole movement was con- patronage and support, and desires to statedhal-reived by Ford Roberts and consisted of she will be pleased to receive orders for all kinds
different combinations all dovetailing exactly of NEEDLE WORK.
Gentlemen's Shirts male to order, and Cuffs General Frenchy led the way and General and Collars renewed on old ones.
Tucker's division' accompanied by General Kitchener followed, with General Kelly- Kenny's division close behind and despite of unforeseen obstacles, particularly those of transport, the movement was a complete success, outflanking the Boers whose only
Ladies and Children's Under-clothing Cm drea's Dresses, and all kinds of Embroidery, Materials can be supplied, if required.
The Superioress will also be most grateful for any PAPER, or old ENVELOPES to tie made Into Books for the Children of the Poor Schools, who are taught by the Sisters. Home Hourkoop zand April, 1892.
alternative was a retreat or starvation.
H. Whitehead. Clerks of the Scale Major M. 31. Mortis, K.A. and J. 1. Lewis, Esq. Judge: The Hon. C. P. Chater, CM.C. Assistant Judge: The Hon. F. H May, C.M.G. Starter: A. Babington, Esq. 2nd Stater-Ronald Hetton Potts, Esq. Hon. Treasurer; J. C. Peter, Esy. Clerk of the Course :- T. F. Hough, Esq.
Subsidy jumped off with the lead, closely at tended by Minor, Sartow and Orange Blossom. After passing the Rock the same order was maintained and passing the Village, whips commenced to go. Da eutering the Straight, Rascal commenced to crawl out of the ruck closely hugged by Orange Blossom The latter, and gradually outpaced the leaders but was still however, though ridden for all he was worth by Mr.Wailleumier, could not make an effort at the finish and was beaten by two clear lengths. Minne haished a poor third some three lengths in the rear of Orange Blossom. Time I m. 423 sec.
FIRST DAY,TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH. This morning brake grey and dull but luckily without the steady rain that yesterday promised to make the opening of Hongkong's annu race meeting anything but pleasant. Towards nine o'clock a tray gleam or two of Sunshine appeared but the dull leaden grey soon seuled down again and although the rain held off all the morning there was a raw dampness in the air that foretold a heavy course, and a general sloppiness under feat. Towards nonn Queen's Road commenced to wear its usual Race Day asped with its crowds of vehicles all wending Mr.
The FunCHOW CUP, value $250 ; presented by the Foochow community; second pony to receive $50 for China ponies; weight for inches as per scale; entrance $5. One Mile and three quarters.
Mr. Wullumier 1 Busey's g. Rose de France, losi 12... their way to the Race course or returning empty. Mr. Dryasdysť's g. Sinbad, cost olb The Police, under Mr. Badeley had made
Mr. Johnson 2 arrangements for controlling the traffic with the | Mr. John Peel's blk. Corbie, 11s: 1lb result that there was little or no confusion.
Mr. Gresson 3 The Enclosure was very wet and slopy, straw Mr. Hart Buck's g. Ilésespoir, 11st 1lb Owner having to be laid to sop up as much of the mud Mr. Toeg's g. Tiler, 11st 4lb ......Mr. Jones o as possible, but still there was a very good sprinkling of ladies present. His Excellency the Governor, Sir Henry A..Blake, G.C.M.G attellded during the afternoon and we also noticed Major General Gascoigue, Vice Admiral Seymour, Commodore Powell, Sir T. Jackson Sir Joha Carrington, and Capt. Clarke RN, and many others of our leading people.
The Stewards are to be congratulated upon the arrangements made for the comfort of members and their guests within the enclosure, Even the Press were not forgotten but were provided with a table and chairs in a railed of enclosure by the weighing-room--a great con- venience and a special stand alongside the Julge's box from which to witness the maces This was a great improvement ipon last year, when the reporter was obliged to struggle with the crowd, both at the scales and in the
could. enclosure, and get his information as best he
After the Derby had been run, rain fell for a few minutes but no wise damped the little chestnut. ardour of the supporters of Mr. Lewis' plucky.
During the aftemoon the band of the Royal Welch Fusiliers played various selections in. the enclosure.
The WONG-NEI-CHONG STAKES, a sweepstakes of $5 each with $100 added; second pony to receive $50; for China punits; weight for inches as per scale; griffins on date of entry allowed 7-16sHalf a Miley Mr. Hart Bucks g. Esperance, Yost, Gib
Mr Crawford 1
The best race of the day, so far. The five. started in a bunch at the first attempt, Rose de France with a slight lead, followed by Corbie, while a blanket would have covered the other tree. On passing the Stin:l, however, matters had changed someshat, all were going fairly easily but Tiber bad assumed the lead with. Sinbad in close attendance. Up the Back Stritch the crowd went in a bunch in the same order with the exception that Corbiecommenced to creep up, taking third place, while Désespoir, despite an administration of the whip, fell fast to the rear and was out of the running by the time the Village was reached. Up the Straight a fine race took place between Rose de France and Sinbad,.but Mr. Wuillumier evidently knew a thing or two and took his mount well on the outside where the ground bad not been cut up, Corbie and the rest nowhere.-Time 4m. 9} sec.. thus winning cleverly by a short half length, The HONGKONG DERBY, a sweepstakes of $20 each with $500 added; (half forfeit if declared on or before day of closing entries); for China ponies bond fide griffins on date of entry (Saturday, zoth January, 1900); first pony to receive 30. per cent.; second, 20 per cent, third, 10 per cent, weight for inches as per scale, One Mile and a Half, Mr. J. II. Lewis' ch Bulbul, 1st 12lb
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Mr. Johnson i Mr. Toeg's ch. Modder, 1ost 11lb Mr. Jones 2 Mr. David's g. Strategist, stylb Mr. Meller 3 Mr. Derick-Hunters b. Thunderstorm, isst..
jib Mr. Comming
The Flyaway Stakes.
Rose de France-
Standstorm
Becchnut. W
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The Tai Yeuk. Fong Cupg
Bulbul
Pinate Kiny
Mudder
The Professional Cop :-
Pinto.. Corbia Shanuon.
The Gymkhana Stakes
Rascal
Orange Blossom Major.
The following is the programine for to. morrow's racing SECOND DAY-WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY ZIST The SCURRY STAKES, a sweepsakes of $io cacli; for China ponies bend fide griffins on date of entry welght for inches as per scale: wimiers 7 s..ext Ong Milde her The EXCHANGE PLATE, Value $500 ; presented :
by the Bankers and Exchange Brokers of Hongkang second pony to receive $50; for China ponies: weight for inchegas per scale; bond fide griftins on date of entry, allowed's lbs winners at this meeting 7 lbs. extins commck Sto From the Two mile Post Once Round and in.
The GARRISON Cur, presented by the officers
of the Garrison; second pony to receive $50 for china ponies bona fide griffins on date of entry; weight forinches as per scale; winners 7lbs, extra; entrance, $10. One mile and a quarter.
The GERMAN CUP, Presented by members of the Gennan Club; second pony to receive halt the entrance fees for subscription: griffins of this season, 1899-1900; weight for laches as per scale; entrance $ia One mila and a quarter.
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The NAVY CUP, presented by officers of H.M. Fleet; second pony to receive half the en- trance fees; for China ponies: Weight for. inches as per scale; winners of one race at this meeting g Bs. extra; of two or more mccs, 7 lbs, extra previous non-starters to carry fast, entiance $to. One mile and a quarter..
The Jockey CUP, value 3250; second pony to
receive $50; for subscription ponies of any season, winners excluded; to be ridden by jockeys who have not had a winning mount previous to this meeting in Hongkong-or China; weight for inches as per scale; en trance 157. One mile.
The FLYAWAY STAKES, sweepst›kes of $5 each with Froo added; for China Ponies; weight for inches as per scale; subscription Ponics of any season non-vinneis allowed 7 lbs;; subscription ponies of any season winners allowed 3 lbs., previous winners at this meet ing 7 lbs. extra Three quarters of a mile. The TAI YEUK FONG CUP, value $200; presented; second pony to receive $50; for China ponies bond fide Griffins on date of entry subscription griffins weight for idches as per scale, other griffins 7. Ib. extra; entrance $10, One Milè hââu Half The PROFESSIONAL CUP, presented; second pony to receive half the entrance fees; for China ponies; weight for inches as per scale; previous winners at this meeting, of one race
ibs.extra of two races 7 lbs. extra and of three or more races to lbs, extra ; non-starters. of this meeting excluded; entrance. $10 One Mile and a Half.
The GYMKHANA STAKES, value $200 presented by the Gymkhana Committee, nddad to a sweepstakes of $5 each; for subscription ponies of any season; winners and previous non-starters excluded; first pony to receive 70 per cent; second, 20 per cent, third, to. per cent weight for inches 28 per scale. One Mile
SALARIES OF OFFICERS IN THE HONGKONG GOVERNMENT
BERVICE
The following correspondence is published in the Government Gazette.
Downing Street.
8th December, 1899 Sir, I have had under consideration your. despatches noted in the margin relative to the salaries of various officers of the Hongkong Government Sertice, and I have to inform you
ment of a'Committed to enquire into the sub- that I see no sufficient reason for the appoint
of
31 371 see.
Fject The ENCOURAGEMENT STAKES, sweep I am, however, willing, so far as you agree, stakes of $5 each with $re added; for and subject to the consent of the Legislative subscription griffins of this season, 1899-1909; | Council, to sanction the following revised scales first pony to receive 70 per cent; second, a
salaries. MEDA
→ be raised per cent, third 10 per cent.; previous winners.
3 The salary of the Governor may excluded weight for inches as per scale to $35,000 of which $8,000 should be regarded, Once Round.
as entertainment allowance; and the salary of the confbined offices of Colonial Secretary and Registrar General may be raised to $10,800,
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Mr. Gresson
Mr. Wuillumier 2
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Mr. Brution
Sir H. McMahon's ch. Sartow,
The salaries of the undermentioned offices, whichare or may hereafter be held by officers of the cadet class, should be classified in the following manner
(a.).The Treasurer, the First Magistrate, and the Captain Superintendent of Police and Prisons to receives $6,000 rising to $7,200 by. triennial increments of $500
the
Mr. E. Kelly's g. Terra Verde, f. Cumbing of increments of Soon Registar General, th
Mr. Sepii Pando's b. Subsidy, 1st alb
(3) The Assistant Colonial Secretary Second Magistmid (for the Now Territory), the inspector of Schools, the Postmaster General, and the Registrar of the Supreme Court, to Mr. Derick-Hunter's m. Rescue, fost alb...recejyd $4800 ising to $5400 by triennial
Mr.
the MmJones o Deputy Superintendent of Police, the Deputy
Land Officer the Deputy Registrar and Ac Mr. Cox acountant of the Supreme Court, and (on the 'Sartow jumped off with the lead and held his fiext vacancy) the Deputy Registrar and Ap place until the Village was reached when he praiser to receive $3,600 rising to $4,200 by was completely done and went rapidly to the triennial increments of $300 rear, Minor winning by about five lengths() The Assistant Superintendent of Police
(for the New Territory), the Assitant Superin Cossack'a good third,
tendent of the Gaol, and the Assistant Post master General to receive $2,400 jaằng tố $3,000 by triennial increments of $300
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In the Medical Department Principal Civic Medical Officer may be given 1,300 ric ing to $0,000 by triennial increments of $600; the three Assistant Surgeons may be given, $3,600 rising to $4,200 by triennial increments of $300, the present allowance to the Assistant Medical Officer of the Lunatic. Asylum beit reduced to Fl The Port Health Os the Apothecaryana ustay
$2,400 rising to $40
trienfjal increme
Brks Department
ay be increased to AbICE Years The Works and the
hts of $300. the Office $3,600
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