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TELEGRAMS.

(Reuters)

"The Strike of V. 8. Coal Miners.

LONDON; October 5th

President Roosevelt made strenuous ap peals to both parties concerned in the strike of U. S. coal miners, in order to avert the suffering of the people, which, in view of the cold weather, amounts to a national calamity, Though his intervention has momentarily failed, it is believed that it will not be entire ly without result, as the public are becoming exasperated against strikers and trusts gene- mally,

The New Japanese Loan. The new Japanese loan will be issued in London on Tuesday, at £102, 15, 8d., being the equivalent of par.

Agent's Note: The loan amounts to fifty million yen, and will be issued in bonds for one thousand yer each at a guaranteed exchange of ajoj.

LATER.

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THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 1902.

CHAIGENGOWER CRICKET.

CLUB

ANNUAL MEETING.

THE NEILL FRAWLEY COMPANY.

AT THE CITY HALL

"LORD AND LADY ALGY.”.

To a crowded house almost to overflowing

The Annual General Meeting of the above Club Club's the Company again appeared

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Dec has held in the Cable pavilion at Wong-las. Nell-Frawley Goure Royal in Mr, BR, C. Braidwood, the president, presided and there were present a good number of members. The president after reading the notice conveying the meeting, the Hon. Sec. read the following report

To the members of the Craigengower Cricket Club-The Committee have much pleasure in presenting their report for the season 1991

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Membership -During the season the num- ber of members admitted reached the maximum under Rule 2, viz., sixty.

The number of matches played was nineteen, being a record, of which thirteen were won, four

lost and two driwn.

Mr. J. P. Jordan heads the list of baiting averages with 22 to in thirteen innings, thus scoring his first win for the Belilius Challenge Shield from Mr. R. Bass, the present helder, who is second, with 17.61.

On the whole, the form shown was very good, as greater interest was taken; the exist ence of the pavilion had not a little to do with this improvement.

Carton's play Lord and Lady Algy. There is not much plot in the play, but it is a piece where much mirth and semi-serious acting is required, Lord and Lady Algy is simply a story of a man and wife, both thorough sports," and some- what weak on horseflesh, though Lady Algy is a far superior judge of things relating to the turf. This, with his preference to Egyptian cigarettes, whilst she prefers Turkish cause a sort of disagreement, but for all that Lady Algy proves a regular "brick" whenever her spouse gets into tight corners and they deter- mine to run in double harness again and to compromise on the question of cigarettes.

The play does not command serious analysis yet its interest as portrayed by the talented Company is ably sustained, especially the second act wherein Lord Alay commands the whole attention of his audience by his tipsy vagaries at a fancy dress ball. Mr. Frawley appeared to perfection as Zord Algy, whilst the cute remarks and sayings which he launched forth appeared always to be in the right place and at the right moment. get-up was simply splendid, whilst his acting was all that could be desired, is "tipsy scene" at the fancy dress ball was very ludicrous especially when be impresses upon his audience that he simply went there on behalf of a disinterested party and then go

His

THE AMOY FIRES

SIXTY-FIVE STREETS DEMOLISHED.

8.8. "HAICHING" ARRIVES FROM AMOY. The Douglas steamship Hatching urrived from Amoy this morning and brought us many fresh particulurs regarding the great fire, which broke out at the end of last week. The vessel was not in part during the height of the con- flagration, and did not drop anchor there until the 4th inst, when the vas; expanse of ruined debris was smouldering and great clouds of smoke were being blown seaward across the harbour by a breeze off the shore. At that time it was thought the fire had been overcome, but from the harbour it appeared to still have life in it. The outbreak commenced between ten o'clock and eleven on Friday morning and the flames spread rapidly burning down one thoroughfare after another. Loss of life statistics are not yet to hand, but it is believed to be small despite the rapid spreading of the flames. Had the outbreak happened at night time, there is little doubt many persons would have been killed. Sixty-five streets and 13 native markets are demolished. a waterfront view, a good half of the town appears to be destroyed and the reins stretch from the Amoy Dock to the centre of the town. This is the inshore side. The premises of Messis George H. Macy are still standing, but' those of Messrs. Douglas, Lapraik and Com. pany and Messrs. Jardine Matheson Company appear to be entirely demolished. The officers and engineers of the ships in har bour were called out to assist in battling with the

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HONGKONG GUN CLUB,

ANNUAL SHOOTING COMPETITION. The members of the Hongkong God Clo will hold their annual shooting competition as the Club's Range at Causeway to-morrow

afternoon at 4 pa, ausen, the final for the championship and the Ladies Nomination Competition will be shot. At the cexclusion Miss Blake will distribute the prizes. It is expected that Sir Henry A. Blake also will be present. The members of the Club will be at home to their friends at the Club grounds on Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 6pm.

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THE WEATHER.

The following report is from Mr. F. G. Figg, Acting Director of the Hongkong Obser vatory:-

On the 7th at 11.25 am. A depression lies off the S.E. corst of Japan, with the barometer falling quickly at Tokio.

Pressure remains high over China and gradients continue slight with fresh monsoon along the cost and over the N. part of the China Sea.

Forecast:-noderate N. E. winds; fine.

Commercial.

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To-day's Advertisements.

PUBLIC AUCTION.

Undersigned have received instructions from The Official Administrator, in the matter of the Estate of the late Captain W. WENIT, to Sell by

PUBLIC AUCTION,

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THURSDAY, the 9th October, 1902, at 2.30 PM

at No. 36, Morrison Hill Road, THE WHOLE OF HIS HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE,

Comprising

TEAK-WOOD SIDEBOARD and DIN-. NER WAGGON with GLASS, DINING TABLE, VIENNA CHAIRS, DOUBLE BRASS BEDSTEADS, OVERMANTEL with BEVELLED GLASS, &c, &a, ko.

Catalogues will be issued. TERMS: As Usual.

HUGHES & HOUGH,

Government Auctioneers.

Hongkong, 7th October, 1902.

PUBLIC

THEU

AUCTION..

HEUndersigned have received instructions

to Sell by PUBLIC AUCTION, FOR ACCOUNT OF THE CONCERNED,

SATURDAY, the 11th October, 1902, at 2.30 P.M

at their SALES ROOMS. No. zo, Des Voeux Road,

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The Funeral of M. Zola. The funeral of M. Zola took place at Montmárte, in the presence of enormous but orderly crowds, at one o'clock this afternoon, The French Government was represented by the Minister of Education, who delivered an oration. Contrary to arrangement, M. Dreyfus was present at the ceremony, but he fortunately passed unnoticed, and the feared and a temperance bar with two small rooms home to bed." Another thing which made flames and did some good work. The Custom- are wanted a S3 SIEL TAVSPRT TRAD- SUNDRY ELECTRO-PLATED, CROC for storeroam and lavatory respectively. The him such a favourite was the excellence of House was only saved by blasting and pulling Sales of RAVE AUSTRALIAN G LD MINING

disturbances were avoided.

The Martial Law Commission. The members of the Cape martial law have sailed homewards.

(Manila Calle-ews.) · The American Coal Famine.

ALARNING SITUATION,

NEW YORK. Oct. Ist. Cand at twenty dollars a ton is the alarming situation which confronts the people in the

United States.

As a result of the continued strike in the anthracite fields of Pennsylvania, there is every outlook for a coal famine during the coming wister. The price of the fuel is constantly advancing, and the entire country is agitated.

President Roosevelt has requested the pre- sident of the coal-carrying railroads to visit him at Washington and confer regarding a possible settlement of the disastrons strike.

Rich American Gives $100,000 to Aid Boers.

NEW YORK, October 1st. Advices from Rotterdam state that, in answer to the plea of the Boer generals on behalf of the widows and orphans of the ruined Bor people, a wealthy American has contributed $100,000.

The Boer manifesto, which declares that ten times the sum allowed by Great Britain would be insufficient to cover the losses to their country, has caused much annoyance to

Finance, &c.:-Owing to the heary out lay in connection with the erection of the pavilion, the accounts, show a Cr. baltice of only $84.24. It was a necessity keenly felt for a long time. The building is a matshed consisting of one large room fitted with lackers

floor is of China fir. This pleasant shelter

attracted many members and their friends on match days. In the course of the ensuing season we hope to be able to wipe off the outstanding account, which amounts to $171.

Our hearty thanks are due to the members for their liberal contributions to the "Pavilion

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TO-DAY'S INTE÷LIGENCE. There is a stag demand prevailing for BANKS and DOCKS, the former at 5607-30 and the latter at Saɔ150; business has been done at these rates CHIA & MANILA S.$. Ca

ING CO. 32 show, small cries at £1 175.

Co. at $5.50, with buyers. Sm 11 sales may be reported of KOWLOON WHARF & GODOWN CO. at $86.50. A few shares of HONGKONG LANDS, have been placed at $171. There are buyers of HoxGKONG HOTELS at $127. HUMPHREYS

KERY AND GLASS WARE,

Comprising

E. P. DISHES, LATES, CUPS and SAU- CERS, JUGS, DECANTERS, ASSORTED CLASSES, &c; COFFEE POTS, HOT WATER JUGS, KNIVES, FORKS,

TERMS:-As Usual

down the surrounding houses. Even then the venetian blinds and other woodwork attached to the outside of the building was burned. It was in this vicinity that Captain File of the

SPOONS, CRUETS, &c and

Wenchow was killed by a fall of masonary The chief officer of the Newchwang has been recommended by the Commissioner of Customs for promotion on account of his excellent ser vices in that terrible time of need. The Police turned out armed with revolvers to prevent looting. At one time the whole foreign

his impersonation, whilst not a single ges ture or word

As Lady Algy, Miss Van Buren was simply "too seet for words, Her breezy wit, her atter indifference to things, were quite contagious and she soon established herself as a warm favourite. Her acting was superb and, combined with her ready resource and her gracefulness, she received mounds of applause. Three stunning gowns added to her popularity, During the summer, some of the members The rule of Marquis of Quarmby, imperson organised a Tennis Club and a Tournamentated by Mr. Gardner Crane, was equally good. was held in September, in which Mr. F. Kapp His overflow of Piccadilly, language, was excel

lent, Mr. J. R. Amary in the cast of Swepson Rapp and R. Pestonji the Doubles. won the Singles Handicap and Messrs F.

made the most of his opportunity as Lord Algy's valet. As the lion Crosby fathro, Mr. Ashton did his part well. Miss Elizabeth

Fund," to the Hon, WV. Chatham, Director of Public Works, for granting the site and to the fresident for his usual prizes.

for the runner-up in the singles and Mr. A. E. Mr. J. H. Rustonjee.kindly presented a prize

Asger in the doubles.

R. BASA,

Hon. Sec.

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Stewart made a very good Afrs. 7udzerty, especially as the romantic wife of the irascible husband. The remainder of the Company were all good in their respective parts.

On the motion of the president, seconded by Mr. J. P. Jordon, the reports and accounts

Taking as a whole the piece was an entire were passed. Mr. Briidwood was unanimously

success and it is to be regretted that Hong re-elected president for the ensuing season, kong theatre-goers will have to wait for and the following were elected office bearers.

several months before they will have an oppor Committee:-Messrs, A, E. Asger (Hon, Sec.)tunity of witnessing again this talented com- J. H. Ruttonjee (Han, Treasurer), H. E. Hain- mer (Vice-Captain), M. E. Asger (Capt.), R. Pany. It is their intention to make a prolonged lasa, L. A. Rose, G. Rapp, and J. L. Stuart. Stay in this Colony on their return from

Philippines. The proceedings terminated with a vote of thanks to the President,

FOOTBALL.

THE THIRD SIX-A-SIDE MATCH,

ORGAN RECITAL AT UNION CHURCH.

the

settlement was threatened. Nearly all the cargo boats and small craft in the port have been utilised for temporary abodes for the homeless and destitute. In fact, trade is a standstill and the steamer Wailoong which arrived from Tamsui on the 4th inst. was un.

able to discharge her cargo of tea as no lighters were available. The leading native merchants have sustained heavy losses of property, not covered by insurance, and several have com. mitted suicide,

Co., Ltd that comfirmatory news has been We hear from Messrs. Douglas Lapraik and

received regarding the saving of one of their sheds containing a small quantity of coal. Part of this shed is now being used as an

office. We are also informed by the local agency that they do not estimate the damage as running into very large figures. It is reported that nothing like half of Amoy has been burned down if the surrounding villages are included but about half the central town has been des

ESTATES are in demand at 512 There is a slight improvement in the Freight Market, in consequence of which INDO-CHINAS have advanced $6 to $7; there are buyers at $86.

SIVE QUOTATIONS.

Hongkong, 7th October, To-day's quotations are as follows

MALWA NEW

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11

LAST YEAR. OLDEST PATNA NEW OLD

OLD ... PERSIAN (PAPER).......

11

BENARES NEW

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Per chest. NO SALES .@$ção/980 @1000fford

€ 913) .935 ....@ 9071

...NO SALES

@ 600/670

J'o-day's Advertisements.

HUGHES & HOUGH,"

Government Auctioneers. Hongkong, 7th October, 1902,

TOYO KISEN KAISHA,

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(ORIENTAL S.S. CO.)

REGULAR SERVICE BETWEEN HONGKONG AND MANILA.

THE Company's well-known Steamship

"ROSETTA MARU," 3,876 Toas, Captain Tate, will be despatched hence for MANILA, on FRIDAY, the 17th instant, at 3 P.M.

Magnificent accommodation. Comfortable cabins. Excellent table. Unrivalled speed

For Freight or Passage, apply to

ROYAL HONGKONG YACHT CLUB. THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Club will be held on TUESDAY, the 14th etober, at 5.30 P.M., at the CRICKET CLUB Electric light. Doctor and Stewardess carried.

PAVILION.

BUSINESS:

Election of Committee, passing of accounts and rescission of the portion of Rule 12 refer- ring to re-measurement each season,

'M. W. SLADE, Hoo, Sec,

Hongleong, 7th October, igaz.

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The third match of the Hangkong Footbail England. The leaders state that they will tour Club in connection with the six-a-side chall Europe and America in aid of their people. Atenge cup was played off at Happy Valley Grimble can always be relied upon to furnish define how much of the continuous block formed Road, between HONGKONG HOTEL and

their Antwerp lecture. $2,000 was réalized.

$40,000,000 Thrown into Circulation.

NEW YORK, October 2nd.

Secretary Shaw has relieved the financial situation by throwing an extra $40,000,000 into circulation, abandoning the Treasury Department requirement, that banks should

maintain reserve funds.

In future, the Department will accept mis- cellaneous bonds to secure National Bank deposits.

THE DOCK COMPANY

AND THE S. S. " KORIA."

The Pacific Mail steamer Korea entered the No. 1 Deck, Kowloon, at about noon yesterday, and the Dock Company invited shareholders to visit the Kowloon Docks 10-day and see the largest ship that has been docked at Hongkong. The visitors saw the latest feat of

yesterday, evening. The follows:-

teams were as

~~~N~"H" Rutherford"(Capt.),"G."B. Macdonald, R. A., H. S. Holmes, A. Boyd, B. H. Hanson and Capt. Boyd, R.A., versus I. W. C. Bonnar (Capt.), R. R. fienderson, E. Burns-Pye, C. C. Hickling, H. F: Chard and E. I. Davies.

The game resulted in a win for Rutherford's team by three goals to nil

THE CHINA GRIFFINS DRAWN.

RESULT.

The China Griffins that arrived from the North on Sunday by the China. Navigation steamer Kwaiyang were drawn at Happy Valley yesterday evening. The result is as follows

Horses.

Drawn by Nos 1 and 22..., Mr. G. H. Medhurst

...Mr. E. Kadooric

of the Dock Company and learned that, as far as size is concerned, the Kores is the limit.. This ship has a tonnage of no less than 11,275 |||-- gross. We are informed that the plans of the Korea and her sister ship, the Siberia, were sent to the Dock Company while these vessels were in course of construction, and that the No.1 Dock was altered, to accommodate. them. At present there is no dock in an Francisco capable of berthing these vessels, so for the present they will have to dock exclusively on this pide. A new large dock however, is being built in San Francisco. The Korea leaves dock to-morrow and will enjoy newly painted smooth hull a luxury that 'costs some 36,000.

ALLEGED ROBBERY WITH VIOLENCE.

Taree Chinamen were charged this after-

"

3 and 13.......Mr. C. H. Ross

$ 4............... Mr. W. S.. Orr

s and 14. Mr. N. Porabjee

......................Mr. R. G. Smithers

.7 and 38 ...... Mr. D. MacDonald 8................Messrs. Brown & Graham.

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9 and 11 Hon. R. Shewan

519 and 20 95 12

Mr. K. Wiebel

18 and 43

In 19

Mr. J. L. Houston

15 and 24.......Mr. Hart Buck m-16....

....Mr.-P. C.-Potts----

Messrs. Chater & Mackie- Colonel Hughes H.K. &S.Bank jaar. Mess .Mr. G. Ballock.

Mr. W. A. Cruickshank 25, 27 and 29...Mr. E. W. Rutter 26

...Hom. C. W, Dickson 28,36,45 & 37: Mr. B. N. Mady » 39, 33, 42 & 35. Mr. 3. H: Lewis

It was only natural that the organ recital at Union Church, which is doubtless a forerunner of many others, should have attracted a large congregation last evening, for Mr. George

music of the very best and contribute a large share of enjoyment to devotees of the art in Hongkong. With the able assistance of Mrs. Mudie and Miss Ramsay, who are also to be numbered among the most popular musicians in the Colony, the recital last evening was a race treat, and a repetition is certainly to be desired, The programme was as follows:-

troyed. It is impossible to correctly estimate the number of houses that have been destroyed. In fact it is said that in parts of the native quarters it would be hard to

one house. We are informed that Messrs. Jardine Matheson and Company have received wires, but they do not care to place the con- tents, which may of course be of a private nature, at

our disposal. From the China Fire Insurance Company, Limited we learn that they estimate their losses at from $15,000 to $20,000. They also inform us that the

1. Grand Offertoire in F...... ...... E. Batiste back of the Custom House caught fire for the

2. Soprano and Centralia Duct,

(a) The Angel,"

Rubenstein

(6) "The Wanderer's Night

Song," Mrs. Mudie and Miss Ramsay. 3. Grand Chorus......

4. Contralto Recit

H. F Wheeldon "And He Journeyed with Companions towards Damascus." Aria" But the Lard is mindful of His own" (From the Oratorio S. Pond] Mendelssohn Miss Ramsay. 5(a) Berceuse,"

....F. Dreyschock (8) "Salut D'Amour," (Liebesgrus), E. Elgar 6. Soprano Solo, "Ave Maria"...Bach-Gound Mrs. Mudie.

7. Prelude (Intermezzo) Edwards German

from Suiteto Henry VIII

Needless to say, Mr. Grimble played with his usual proficiency and the four sola numbers, we understand, bare not been played in long kong before and, with the exception of Batiste's Grand Offertoire in F. are new compositions. The Prelude (Intermezzo) from the Suite of Henry VIII by E. German was arranged for the organ by Mr. C. F. A. Sangster, Mr Grimble was a pupil of Mr. Sangster who, at that time, was orgainst of St. John's Cathedral and who presented his talented pupil with the original M.S. from which he played yesterday. Nos. 3 and 5 are edited and arranged for the organ by E. Lemare and are published in his "Organ, Recital Series." The arrangement of the two items of No. 5 is perfect. The" Salut d'Amour" (Elgar) was

31, 32..........Messrs. Deacon and Morris played as a violin solo by Mrs. Ough at Mr.

Mr. S. E. Joseph Mr. F. R. Marshalt

* 4iáo........................., Mr. H. P. White

Mr. Radmacher

Ward's subscription concert last March. Mr. Grimble put the heavy pieces in the first part of the programme, leaving the light, extra melodious numbers for the latter part. A plan which was entirely successful. Mrs.

fourth or fifth time as late as six o'clock on Saturday moming and that the premises of Messrs. Cass & Co, have been partially destroyed...

CANTON NOTES.

(From Our Own Correspondent.)

CANTON, October 6th, 1903.

INDEMNITY,

There is some trouble in Fa Un city over the house tax levied to meet the indemnity. The failure of crops has made money scarce and the people refuse to pay.

NEW DEPARTURE IN EDUCATION. The efforts to start colleges for wester learning have not met with great success. The Tai Hok Tong (Viceroy's College) is closed and there is no telling when it may be opened. The Shi Man Kok Tong seems to be doing something. The attendance is good and the teachers appear to be giving some satisfaction. The superintendent is the son-in-law of the

N the Yight of the 4th instant in Queen's

WANCHAI, GREEN LEATHER POCKET BOOK with Initials D.M.D. on the corner; containing Money and Documents.

A REWARD of 520 will be paid to anyone bringing same to

Sergi. GERRARD,

Government House. Hongkong, 7th October, 1902.

[rozod NOTICE..

THE

HE Undersigned has been appointed AGENT for HONGKONG and VICINITIES for the NEW YORK LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY from This Date.

ALEC KIENE. Hongkong, 20th September, 1902.

TO LET.

1989d

MEIRION The Peak Room House near the Flagstaff; from 15th October, 1902.

Apply to

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DISTILLERS

BY APPOINTMENT TO

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Having connection with Company's Mail Steamers to ADEN, SUEZ, PORT SAID, MESSINA, NAPLES, LEGHORN and GENOA,

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At BOMBAY, the Steamer is discharging in VICTORIA DOCK

For further Particulars regarding Freight and Passage, apply to

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Hongkong, 7th October, 1982.

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HIS MAJESTY THE KING.

THE TWO POPULAR

district magistrate of Tung Kun. The wife of SCOTCH

this man is somewhat of a scholar and has

begun a movement for the education of girls. A large meeting of leading women was held some weeks ago and the result of that meeting is that a girls school has been opened in connection with the Shi Man ok Tong. The wife of Wong Tsin Yan, the superintendent of the College, will have charge of the female department This is certainly a new departure for Canton. There is a very strong desire for western learning. among all classes of the Cantonese, but that

expected. It is to be hoped that this is but the forerunner of many other schools for girls.

“Doon before Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe at the Police THE ROSETTA, MARU which left for Mudie's singing of Gounod's "Ave Maria the women should take part was hardly, 10 be

aboard included the Hon. John Barrett, Com missioner General for the St. Louis World's Fair, bis secretary Mr. Theodore Hardee, Mrs. Taft, wife of the governor of the Philippines, and the Neill-Frawley Company. While steam-

Count with armed robbery with violence on Manila to-day had not a single, berth to spare. the 5th September At mid-day on the 5ther passenger list was complete. Those

inamas hired a sampan lying off No. Station. After bargaining for some time, he came to the conclusion that he would pay $1.40

take five men to Tookoawan which the sampan owner gladly accepted. When mearing their destination they held out daggers and various dangerous looking weapons and proceeded to rausack, the boat,

ying:nway with them 5200 and a gold coin. They were remanded.

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out of the harbour the band aboard the: Ma sock was ordered to strike up and as the Rosiile passed alongside the Neill-Frawley Comp

showed their appreciation of this

special favour accorded themi:

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was well rendered and Miss Ramsay's re- citative and aria from Mendelssohn's St. Paul were likewise. The collection on behalf of the organ fund only amounted to about $óc.

THE NAVY.

H.M.S.Albion, Rear Admiral H. T. Grenfell, C.M.G., arrived from the North at seven o'clock this morning.

The French flagship D'Entretasteaux arrived from Amay at six o'clock this morning. She will shortly leave for Macao.

RAIN,

The dry weather still continues and reports of distress continue to come in. In some places the rice merchants have combined to raise the price of rice. The poor people are alread suffering greatly, Yesterday the new governor Li went to the Shing Won Mui-to pray for | rain.

"THE HOG FARM.” The Kwong Chau Fu has not yet sold the monopoly for hog killing for the prefecture of Kwong Chau. He has been offered $180,000 for it, but thinks he can do belter,

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