TELEGRAMS
(Reuters)
Death of a Sheik.
"-LONDON,, August "r2th." Letters received from Tripoli announce the death of Sheik Sensussi, at Kanem neat Lake Chad
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 1902.
the desirability of annexing the Island of | This cable will extend from San Francisco to ↑ Edward lo commemoration of the Coronation Tayti and San Domingo.
Cholera in Manchuria.
· An Odessa telegram, reporting the widespread existence of cholera of a virulent nature in Manchuria, says that on a considerable section of the Railway in that region the men are deserting their posts in consequence of the
epidemic, while the Chinese are dying Ike flies, and in the neighbourhood of Charbin whole
villages are desolated...
Audience.
DE PEKING, August 15th.. Their Majesties received Viceroy Yuan Shih- hai in audience this morning.
The King and the Boer Generals. Lords Roberts and Kitchener met the Boer generals, Botha, Dewet and Delarey at Southampton, and accompanied them on board H. M. S. Wildfire to the Royal yacht at Cowes, where Lord 'Kitchener presented them to His Majesty. Their reception by the King was of the must cordial nature.
(De Outstatische Lloyd) „Conversation was wholly informal, and, poli.
Imperial Confidence. tics were strictly avoided His Majesty re-
BERLIN, August 11th; 6,55 pm. ferred to the Boers persevering gallantry in
The relations of the German. Emperor and the field, and their kindness and consider the Tear have become rather intimate by the ation to the British prisoners and wounded. former's visit to Reval, the mutual confidence The interview lasted a quarter of in hour.of the Monarchs being very great. The Em- Lord Kitchener afterwards entertained the perors will exchange henceforth their views on Boer generals to lunch on board the Wildfire, all new questions which may be raised. and then made a tour of the fleet at Spithead.
The Tariff Negotiations. The Times Shanghai correspondent tele- graphs that the Protocol of the new Chinese tariff was signed on Saturday by the repre- sentatives of Great Britain, America, Ger- emany, and japan, unreservedly, and by the Austrian, Belgian, and Dutch representatives ad referendum. "The Chinese Commissioners are unable to sign without imperial sanction.
In Honour of our Allies, The Royal yacht wheu passing the Japa- nese warships on Saturday went dead slow as a mark of special honour to our allies.
LATER,
The Disturbances in France. Thousands of the populace resisted the closing of the Convent schools in three towns of the Departinent of Finistère, Brittany. The troops sent to enforce the decrees were compelled to breach the Convent doors, and expel the garrisons of peasants, who sang Hynins and threw filth at the besiegers.
The Fleet at Spithead Dispersed by a Gale.
A gale of wind with mist and torrents of rain compelled the abandonment of the evolutions of the fleet assembled at Spithead which steamed out to sez.:
Departure of Boer Generals. The Boer generals, Botha, Dentet, and Delarey, have gone to the Hague, but intend returning to London soon.
The Shah in London. His Majesty the Shah has arrived in Lon- don, where he was received by the Prince of Wales; who afterwards drove with him in state: to "Mariborough House escorted by Life Guards. The route of the procession was lined with troops.
Resignation of Mr. Schwab. Als. Schwab, President of the great Ameri- ean Steel Trust, bas retired on account of ill-health.
(Shanghai Times.)
Marcus Island not in Dispute.. NEW YORK, (via MANILA), August 12th. Today's 'despatches confirm impressions previously published that the United States will not contest with Japan the possession of Marcus Island. Official title searching has demonstrated that the land had various discoverers before Captain. Rosehill found it thirteen years ago, and that the State, Départ- ment, having deferred recognition of Rosehill's
France and Siam,
China, and will have landings at Hawali, of His Most Gracious Majesty the King. Guam, and the Philippines.
Travel Between Europe and Far East.
THE NEW RAILWAY SERVICE A regular service of stains from Europe by way of Siberia has now been established, by
which the journey from Paris to Peking will occupy only twenty-two days.
THE WEATHER.
In his daily report issued this afternoon, F. G. Figg states
By Command,
R. WALTER,
Magistrate.
God Save the King Given at Government House, Weihaiwei, this gih day of August, 1903.
As some doubt exists even in the minds of
some residents as to the extent of the change, it may be added that the name of the Territory or Dependency as a whole is not affected, and that Liu-kung-tao is still Liu-kung-tao. Indeed these are both more or less geographically and Mr.historically fixed, whereas the town now bear- ing the name of Port Edward is of quile recent On the 20th at 11.55 am. Probably a depres-growth. In a map I have before me illustrat- sion is developing in the Cuina Sea in about 17 Lat. The barometer is inclined to fall over the Philippines and in Hongkong. Pressure is still high, but giving way over E. Japan. Strong N. E. winds in the N. part of the China ca Forecast :-fresh to strong E. winds; squally, showery.
DOOKING THE "THEA.”
The s.. Then, which on the 16th ult. collided with the s.s. Frithjof in Haiphong Harbour, The Siamese dis, ute is reported now to be proceeded into drydock at Kowloon to-day. restricted to Slam and France.
German Opinion of King. On the occasion of the London coronation; the German press speaks very bigbly of King Edward's love of peace, and heroism in bearing his sickness.
King thanks Bulow. King Edward wired his thinks to Chancellor Count Bulow who tendered his felicitations to the King.
Evacuation of Shanghai.
It becomes now known here, that the Ger man Government had considered, the evacua- tion of Shanghai long before it was suggested by the Chinese. It was, however, resolved that the troops should only be withdrawn, if the other powers acted in the same manner simultaneously.
Tientsin Evacuated.
TIENTSIN, August 15th.. The Provisional Government was dissolved to-day. "Governor-General Yuan Shih-kai entered the City at noon, while all foreign troops, headed by the German Regimental Band, evacuated the City late in the afternoon.
Hongkong Merchants opposed to Surtax.
HONGKONG, August 15th. The Hongkong merchants are disposed to agree with those at Shanghai who criticise the Mackay treaty, feeling despondent regarding
the terms as to the real falfilment of the promise to abolish the likin..
The vessel's "stem" will have to be taken out in addition to other repairs. It will be remembered that at the time of the collision the Thea was leaving Haiphong, harbour, and during the course of her manœuvres collided with the Frithjof at anchor. As all the damage to the Frithjoj was above the waterline, the vessel was able to complete her repairs at Halphung and the damages to the Then were not exten- sive enough to delay the vessel. She is a German steamship of 934 tons register, hails from Kiel and was built by Messrs. A. MeMil. lan and Sous Limited, Dumbarton.
THE ARMY.
leave for India early in September.
The Hongkong Regiment, it is believed, will
In India, General Officers Commanding districts are empowered to sanction the re- ́enrolment of pensioned native soldiers.
Major T. C. F. Somerville, who some time ngo was stationed in Hongkong, is to be ap pointed second in command of his regiment, the 1st King's Own (Royal Lancasters), now stationed in Malta.
A change in the Indian Army regulations makes it permissible for boys over 14 years of age to enlist 23 trumpeters in the Native Cavalry and Artillery and as buglers in Sapper Corps.
The Pompom and Maxim Battery, consisting
THE TARIFF SIGNED.
The new Customs Tariff drawn up after such lengthy labour by the Foreign and Chinese Tariff Commissioners. has at length been signed, the names of the Commissioner of the seven, European Powers interested, and of the United States, being duly affixed to the decu ment on the 15th inst: Denmark, the China Garette believes, has not yet signed, nor has China, whose commissioners Lur and Shery now declare they have not yet received full powers from Pekingto sign. But that China will ultimately have to follow the provisions of the Peace Protocol we have no doubt, though she may yet give some trouble proposing alteration io some of the items. As has been frequently
To-day's Advertisements.
ANOTICES
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Estate of the late Mr, AUGUSTO JOSE under the Style of "RQZARIO & CO." hava
·Do RozaHio, Deceased, carrying on business This Day authorited and appointed Mr. JOAO JOAQUIM LEIRIA to Sign the Name of the Firm of ROZARIO & Co., and to carry on the business as lieretofore ROZAR
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LUIZ CARLOS DO JOAO JOAQUIM LEIRIA Hongkong, 20th August, 1902.
EUROPEAN BAKERY CO. 147, Praya East, Hongkong? 35, ELGIN ROAD, KOWLOON,
EUROPEAN BAKERY COMPANY
ing the Chino-Japanese war, this place is mark-stated the average rate of the new Tariff, based ed in insignificant type as a "village" while
on the values of 1897-98 and 99, is 41 per cent.Tespectfully inform the public that they Liu-kung-tao, of course, receives due pro- instead of the effective 5 per cent, which China mineace. Moreover apart from the fact that urges she should receive. this is the centre of administration of, and out-
let for, the 288 square miles of Territory behind it, one obvious reason for the change was the senselessness of the Chinese name. This lack of significance may not have been apparent when the place was a mere Chinese village, but it is quite apparent now. Agitation is, prompted by necesity, and such was the case here. The result thereof is a "christening ' which both marks an epoch and forms a com-
memorate link.
The telegram of congratulation, to His Ma- Jesty does not omit mention of the ceremony.
submit it as sent
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"The subjects of His Majesty the King resident in the dependency of Weihaiwei, forming to the Eastward the furthest link in the chain of the British dominions, the chief port of which has been to-day named Port Edward, as sanctioned by His Majesty in commemoration of the Coronation, respectfully tender loyal greetings while they pray that H.M. the King and H.M. the Queen may be long spared to bring lasting good to a pros. perous and united Empire."
The warships in the Bay visibly proclaimed the day of testivity. There are a goodly num ber at present in harbour, of which 1.M.S. Glory, Ocean, Cresty, Argonaut, (forming the division) and the Albion, Goliath, Blenheim and Talbot (forming the B. division) are the most imposing. A Chinese cruiser also came in for the occasion. At eight in the morning all "dressed ship,” and at noon there was the thunder of the royal salute.
When night came on, the fleet was brilliantly illuminated, the visiting cruiser being especially busy with her search-light.
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Cakes, Fancy Biscuits, &c., to their customers. both in Hongkong and Kowloon. Our Bread in made of German yeast and best flour, and is
Colony. Its beautiful taste and smell has.co equal.
BRITISH TRANSPORT DISABLED, the best Bread that has ever been made in this
The British transport Jelunga arrived from Taku and Hongkong this morning, says the Straits Times of the 14th inst., en route to alcutta, with 16 officers, 48 N, C. Os. and W, Os, and 943 men of the 4th Gookhas, in com mand of Colonel Rundall, D.S.0. The tail shaft of the transport's propelling apparatus was cracked whilst on the voyage down and she will probably have to stay here for repairs. In this event the troops will most likely be transferred to another vessel to take them to India.
RICSHA STRIKE IN PENANG,
A QUESTION OF AFRONS.
The Penang Garelle, of the 6th inst. says, that on that morning Penang arose from its slunibers to learn this fact that the 'rikisha pullers had gone on strike owing to a dispute that bas reached a crisis between themselves and the Municipality and the registered owners The point in dispute appears to be that of the
aprons,
The work is under European supervision,'' and people can be insured to have wholesome and well baked Bread as they had at home.. All our Bread will be stainped (EBC] [ address,
Sample free on application to the above
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"BARBER" LINE OF STEAMERS.
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEÈS.
S.S. "LOWTHER CASTLE,”- FROM, NEW YORK, STRAITS AND MANILA. ( ̃ONSIGNEESof Cargo are hereby informed
that all Goods are being landed at their risk into the Godowns of the Hongkong and- Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company, at Kowloon, whence and/or from the wharves delivery may be obtained.
No Claims will be admitted after the Goods ing undelivered after the 27th inst, will be have left the Godowns, and all Goods remain.
subject to rent.
sented to the Undersigned on or before the oth All Claims against the Steamer must be pre inst., or they will not be recognized
The Municipality has insisted on All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods are 'rikishas owning two sets, which the trikisha to be left in the Godowns, where they will be, pullers say they have to experiment with and examined on the 27th inst., at 3 P.M.
No Fire Insurance has been effected bear the cost of. Sometime ago the aprons insisted on by the Municipality were not con-
Bills of Lading will be countersigned by sidered sufficiently strong and water-proof to
DODWELL & Co., LIMITED, Agents. secure the comfort of passengers in wet weather.
Hongkong, 20th August, rooz. (87ad The Municipality had this kind changed for "BEN" LINE OF STEAMERS. another-the latest-and the one which has bees used up to the present. Now they seem NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES: to have reverted back to the previous one, and A week of very fine weather was terminated
S.S. DENVENUE," insist on each 'rikisha baving two sets of apron. FROM LEITH, LONDON AND on the night of the 8th by an easterly gale of The 'rikisha pullers say they have to bear the
STRAITS. ONSIGNEES. of Cargo are hereby ing, and so, as a protest, have thrown up the at their risk into the Godowns of the Hongkong maining to marking the effects of the storm, sponge, and struck to have the thing settled for and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company, weather bad abated, only a heavy swell re-
Later on in the day the sun came out, and the
once and for ever. There is still another point Limited, whence and/or from the wharves review of the Chinese Regiment--probably its
of dispute. Under the present system the seal-delivery may be obtained. last "full-dress" function, for it is fast dwinding cushions are of oil cloth, by which of course ling-was held under very favourable condi-
it is impossible to see when they are diny or tions. Some 700 men formed up in the
not. The Towkays and Municipality wanted Barrack-square, for the parade-ground was
the pollers to have the covers of white cloth so under water as the result of high-tides and heavy rains. The antists of the camera were busy, realizing no doubt the importance of the
of some 133 European troops, including two-some severity. By the morning, however, the expense and inconvenience of this experiment-informed that ail Goods are being landed.
officers, leave for England per Canadian Pacific
S.S. Empress of India, on the 27th inst
The order for the new uniform for the U.S.
Army will come into effect on the 1st of next Floods in Kwangsi,
January, with the exception of the Philippines,
vince of Kwangsi, thousands of people belog wom
Large floods are reported from the Pro- where the old style will be permitted to be
drowned..
(Kobe Herald)
Japan and China.
LONDON, August and. The London Times Peking correspondent asserts that Liu Kan-yi, Viceroy of Nanking, fears the competition of Japanese launches on the Chinese inland waterways.
Lord Kitchener.:
The Kaiser has invited Lord Kitchener to visit Germany.
Ex-President Steyn in England. Free State, has arrived at Southampton,
Mr. Steyn, ex-President of the former Orange
He is suffering from paralysis.
The German Navy, Germany is increasing her effective naval strength to 35,000 men."
claims for nearly a dozen years, might wisely Russo-Japanese Tradal Relations,
have continued to ignore them.
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(Shanghai Mercury) Through Russian Train Service,
LONDON, August 11th."
A regular service of trains between Europe and Siberia has now been established, the Journey from Paris to Peking occupying twenty. iwo days.
LONDON, August 4ib,
The Berliner Tageblatt announces the for- mation of a Russo-Japanese association for the improvement of the commercial relations of the two countries. The headquarters of the society are to be in Tokio.
Ex-President Steyn. Ex-PresidentSteyn has proceeded to Holland.
(Kobe Chronicle.) United States and Cuba, PROPOSALS TO REMEDY THE PRESENT DISTRESS.
THE NAVY.
H.M.S. Moerhen arrived from Macao yester. day and will shonly proceed to Canton.
H.M.S. Blenheim is arrived from Weihaiwei to-day.
Several of Captain Percy Scott's aiming apparatus (the “dotter ") will soon be despatch- ed from Home for distribution to the fleet on the China Station.
H.MS. Arethusa :--The Shanghai Municipal Police beat the crew of the "Arethusa, in a
shooting match, by 60 points. The ranges were 200, 500 and 600 yards. Eleven men tired and
ten counted on each side. Of the Police,
Inspectors Bourke and Collins scored to: out of a possible 105.
H.M.S. Espirgle is expected to arrive at Hongkong from the North in a few days. She has latterly been cruising in the Bebring Sea.
H.M.B. Phenix returned to Weihaiwei from
they could always see to it being clean. This the pullers also object to, as it necessitates frequent washing, and are more quickly wor So on these two points the pullers decided to strike, with the result that a general disloca.
of traffic has ensued.
out.
occasion. The arrival of the Commissioner was announced by a flourish of trumpets and the presenting of arms. After a brief inspection tion, Mr. Lockbart addressed the Regiment. We congratulated the officers on the smartness and soldierly bearing of the men, whose steadi- ness was almost statuesque, and consoled them with the assurance that though they were being disbanded their work had not been in vain, for by their prompt action at a critical time they had insured peace in the Territory.
TROUBLE IN THE STREETS. The following day the journal states that a few of the private "riks" had put in an appearance and by evening there was a fair number working. One or two public ones worked, and the result was a collision be tween idle pullers and the Police at Magazine Road. A Baba was suspected of encouraging The review over, a general adjournment was the coolies to fight, and some interference was made to Government House, where the Commis-seen to take place with a pullet. Whereupon
stoner and Mrs. Lockhart held an “At Home." The naval and military elements were both in evidence, the one being represented by Rear Admiral Grenfell and Staff, the other by Major Bruce and the Officers of the Regiment. In addi-
No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods unde- livered after the a7th inst will be subject to
rent.
All Claims against the Steamer must be pre- September, or they will not be recognized. gented to the Undersigned on or before the oth
All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods are: to be left in the Godowns, where they will be. examined on the 27th inst, at II A.M.
No Fire Insurance has been effected. Billa of Lading will be countersigned by
GIBB, LIVINGSTON & Co.:
Agents. Hongkong, zoth August, 1902. (8734
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the Behring Sea and will remain there for the tiati to the residents of the island and mainland, police were present well "belled the strikers. THE Steamship
present,
NOTES FROM WEIHAIWEI.
(From Our Own Correspond niž
WEIHAIWZI, August toth. THE CORONATION. The Coronation of His Majesty-spared for a. period, we trust a long period, to His
there was a goodly sprinkling of visitors from Shanghai and Tientsin. The Address to the King, to which the signatures of the Commis. sioner and of the Coronation Committed were appended, and also some very, elaborately decorated scrolls presented by the leading Chinese headmen were on view. By six o'clock most of the assembly had dispersed-rickshas The Pacific Cablo, President Roosevelt has granted the applica-'
Empire was duly celebrated here yesterday and sedan-chairs were plying in the direction tion of the Pacific Cable Company, subject to
with the vigour and enthusiasm one would of the Queen's Hotel and Half Moon Bay; and the approval of Congress, to lay the proposed.
expect from a young scion of the House of steam pinnaces were hastening island wards or cable between San Francisco and China, with
Britain. The message from the King to Ilis to the warships riding at anchor. landings on Hawaii, Guam and the Philippines.
people was read by the Resident Chaplain LONDON, August 7th, |(Rey. Henry J. Brown) to a larger congregation RELIO OF JAPAN'S BARBARIC. The Title to Marcus Island. The Attorney-General of the United States than has yet assembled in the little church of
AMERICAN POSITION.
has pronounced against the constitutional right St. John; I was about to say, Mahto, but 7. August 12th.......... of Cuba to raise a loan of thirty-five million will not transgress. In that very hour Fon The Marcus Island affair is still being dis dollars. In consequence the Cuban Senate is con- Edward was added to the list (already long) of cussed in the American, Papers. The State sidering a proposal-f the Treasury to increase | British capitals the world over. Small it is, no Departments' opinion is said to be that Cap-most articles of the Tariff by 50 to 75 per cent, doubt; and perchance the citizen of Victoria tain Rosehill's claim has been invalidated by with a view to finding a fund for remedying might for a moment be moved to scorn. But his neglect to perfect his title.It is further the distress in Cuba. Stated that the United States Government has ordered vessels to visit Wake Island and Mid- way Island, where Japanese are reported ta have settled. Another version is that the United States claims Marcus Island but has no objection to Japanese settlers unless Japanese saveriguty is asscried.
ever.
DAYS.
MEMENTO OF THE SLAUGHTER OF MANÝ THOUSANDS OF CHRISTINS.
A rare relic of former Japanese barbarism has just been brought to this city. It is a small all beginnings are small, and the future is brass and ebony crucifix, with a skull and China- Progress of the revolt.
before us. Fort Edward will not be small for bones at the foot, and is called "Ebumit" meaning "picture-tread on." Early in the PEKING, August 11th... An urgent telegram has been received from interest to you. It runs as follows:-
The text of the Proclamation may be of sixteenth century the Jesuits made numerous General Mab. Yu Kun, stating that a large number of "Mounted Bandits" has appeared in the neighbourhood of Chaoyang, near Mouk Teleg aphic news has reached Peking that the rebels in Kwangsi province have increased, The Parisian papers discuss the Franco- and now number hundreds of thousands.
France and Siam. '‚RELATIONS STRAINED.
Siamese questions freely and admit that relations are strained. The Siamese Minister, Klobenkowski, has arrived -- to negotiate an understanding.
Proposed Further American.
Expansion
"TOR THE SAKE OF PEACE.
August
York Sun states, that
the
the United States is considering
for Best FRENCH BREAD:
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The insurgents in Secchuen are spreading all over the province.
The Pacifle Cable. APPLICATION GRANTED BY PRESIDENT ROOSEVELT
LONDON, August 11th
PROCLAMATION.
4་ By James Haldane Stewart Lockhart, Com. panion of the Most Distinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint George, Commis sioner of the Dependency of Weihaiwei.
converts among the Japanese. But in 1581 officials claimed the Christians were plotting to overthrow the government; and ordered the slaughter of all converts nor recanting"
Among the many tortures and punishrents
Inspector Carroll promptly arrested the Baha and was hustling him away to the Magazine Police Station when a sympathising crowd be gan to mob. A general-though not serious- fight ensued, with the result that what few
In the meantime news of the impending trouble was sent to the Sikh quarters, and a Sergt.-Ma- jor with a number of Sikh police were marched up to the scene shortly afterwards. The trou- ble was practically over then, and the arrested Baba safely landed in Magazine Police Station. Bowever, the Sikh police were at once utilized, and to-day patrolled the Magazine road in con: ples, clearing away every coolie and puller who was seen on the road, as well as keeping a sharp eye on all the houses there.
To-day's Advertisement.
IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINE
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.
HE Steamship
S.S. "PRINZESS IRENE," of the NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD,
having arrived, Consignees of Cargo are hereby informed that their Goods, with the exception of Opium, Treasure and Valuables, are being landed and stored at their risk into the Godowns of the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown. Company, Limited, Kowloon, whence delivery may be obtained.
Optional Cargo will be forwarded unless notice to the contrary be given before 4 PM TO-DAY.
No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods remaining
"NIPPON," having arrived, Consignees of Cargo are hereby. informed that their Goods are being landed at their risk into the Godowns of the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company, Limited, whence delivery may be obtained. Lot No. 1295-6. Yarn will be landed at Lap-Sap-Wan Godown
less
Optional Cargo will be discharged here, un- notice to the contrary be given immediately. This Steamer brings targo from Levant Ports ex 5.3. Franz Ferdinand.
No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Claims must be sent in to the Office of the Undersigned before Noon, on the 27th instant, or they will not be recognised.
No Fire Insurance has been effected, and any Goods remaining in the Godowns after the 27th instant will be subject to rent.
Bills of-Lading will be countersigned by
SANDER, WIELER & CO, Agents.
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Hongkong, zoth August, 1902.
NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES "HE P & O.'S. N. Co's Steamaliip
THE SO
"CANDIA, FROM ANTWERP,LONDON,PORT SAID, SUEZ AND STRAITS, Consignees of Cargo by the above-named vessel are hereby informed that their Goods are being landed and placed at their risk in the Company's Godowns at Kowloon, where each Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown consignment will be sorted out mars by
mark, and delivery can be obtained as soon as the Goods are landed.
Optional Goods will be landed here unless
been graciously pleased to sanction that the been added a significant skull and crossbones. undelivered after the 26th instant will be instructions are given to the contrary. before
Whereas His Majesty King Edward VII has Port of Weihaiwei, hitherto known by the
name of Matou, shall be called Fort Edward in commemoration of the Coronation of His Majesty:
Now, therefore, I, James Haldane Stewart Lockhart, Companion of the Most Dis *** President Roosevelt has granted the applica- tinguished Order of Saint Michael and Saint tion of the Commercial Pacific Cable Com-George, Commissioner of the Dependency of pany, subject to the approval of Congress, for Weihaiwel, do hereby proclaim that the Fort powers to construct the proposed Pacific cable. of Mat'ou shall be called from this day Post
"GIRAULT: WINES, LIQUEURS,
BEER, and SPIRITE
employed the Christians were compelled to tread on pictures of the crucifix, to which had Hence the name "picture-tread on." Later actual "crucifixes, marked with the death's head, were used, but the old title of ebami was retained. Over 150,000 Japanese martyrs were slain in the wholesale massacre for refusing to tread on the crucifix. The cbumi in the illustration came from Osaka, and is probably the only one in America. It is the property of Rev. R. L. Pruett of Nashville, Tenn, the general evangelist for the Christians.
G. GERAULT for the best assortment of GIRAULT GENERAL GROCERIES,
FROVISION ad BAKER,
CONFECTIONERY
subject to c
All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods are to be left in the Godowns, where they will be examined on TUESDAY, the 26th instant, at 9.30 AM., and THURSDAY, the 28th instant, at 9.30 A..
All Claims must reach us before, the 2nd September, or they will not be recognized. No Fire Insurance bas been effected/ Bills of Lading will be countersigned by the Undersigned.
NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD.".
MELCHERS & CO., Agents..
Hongkong, 20th August, 1901,
9 AM, TO-MORROW.
Goods not cleared by the art instant at 4 F.M., will be subject to rent fa
No Fire Insurance will be effected by me in any case whateversing Adm
All damaged. Packages must be left in the Godowns and a certificate of the damage ob- tained from the Godown Company who will survey goods fit:11 A3Lon-TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS: Certificates of damage must be obtained within ten days of the Vessel's arrival here, after which no Claims will be recognised.
EA HEWETT, Ben Superintende Hongkong, zoth August, 1999
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