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SAMSHUI TRADE REPORT.

The following is the report for the year 1901:-

THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1903.

Intimations,

THE

ROBINSON PIANO

Co., LTD.

NOTE.

ENTIRELY

ARRIVING.

J' Local. The noteworthy events of the year 1902 have been parching drought when water was wanted, endless min when fair weather was required, destructive floods of unusual height, and typhoons of exceptional violence. There were, in addition, changes in Tariffs increase of old taxes and imposition of new ones, a constant fall in exchange and consequent appreciation of Foreign goods. With such perturbations in the meteorological elements, such unsteadiness in the foundations of trade, the year, from any standpoint, could not possibly be a prosperous one. The autumn Rice crop was almost a total failure, and Sugar Cane, Mulberry Leaves, and Cocoons produced barely one-half of their usual average. The merchants kept on the line of prudent expecta- tion or sought cheaper rates with olber institutions than the Foreign Customs: and thus it comes that the gross value of trade at SPECIALLY AND MOST CAREFULLY Samshui is . Tir. 400,000 less than in 1901 --- During July the whole West River Valley from Wuchow to Kongmoon was under water. The. Custom House was like an island in the middle of a furious stream; the office was flooded, and the archives had to be removed into large GREAT boats, which came to moor in the garden. The dikes broke in several places along the river, and terrible disasters ensurd. In August the water receded, leaving a desolate sight of destruction, 6th, reptiles, and nondescript articles. In the spring the British Consulate was closed, and the site sold to the Customs, The news that the Customs had bought and and were going to build put the enterprising Native in motion, and a dozen two-storied brick shops of pretty appearance were erected near the Custom House. In December the railway line was surveyed as far as Sam- shui city, and it is expected that before two years have elapsed the engine will be whistling under the walls.

2. Revenue. The collection of Samshui (Hk. Tir. 118,445) is HA. Tis. 5,000 above that of 100r, itself in excess of the figures for 1899. It would have been much higher had not the

fickle Tariff, constantly changing, come to paralyse trade or divert it to cheaper channels. The delta Native Customs are still competing with the Maritime establishment, with the result that the supply of Cotton Yarn need- ed for these regions is now imported vid Chanchuen, The revenue of Samshui, though steadily increasing, cannot become reliable until the uniformity of Import Duty for the same goods, by Foreign or Native vessels, ex- clusive of Likin, is assured and enforced. Kumchuk and Koogmoon suffer from the same causes as Samshui; but Kumchuk, the supplier of the rich and populous Kowkong region, has an increasing Piece Goods trade, and its income (Hk. Th. 30,951) is Hk. 7. 7,600 higher than in 1901. Kongmoon (HA. Tis. 46,100) also exceeds the Revenue of 1901 by nearly Hk. Tis. 9,000; but the trade of that place cannot be gauged until a residing Fore ign staff takes it in hand. At the end of 190r three Native Custom Houses came under the control of the Samshui Commissioner Samshui, Kumchuk, and Kongmoan, Under the old regime these, Duty-levying stations overcrowded with unnecessary parasites that the yearly collection (same Ti 40,000) was wholly insufficient to cover their emoluments, and it bad to be greatly supple- mented by contributions from the Hoppo head offica. For 190z, instead of a deficit, the col. lection of the three stations has yielded Tis. 70,000, while the expenses have attained only Tis. 5,600,

were 50

3. Foreign Trade.-(a) Imports.-A large quantity, at least one-fifth, of the goods import- ed into the southern provinces is not Foreign but Chinese produce from the northern ports, which, owing to its passage through and tran ahipment at Hongkong, reaches destination labelled as British merchandise. These goods pay an ad valorem Duty, and the fluctuations of exchange do not touch them much, But the goods coming from Europe suffer from all the uncertainties of the exchange, and certainly during the year they have, in the delia, been bought in diminished quantity. The depler- sble falling off in Cotton Piece Goods recorded in the last Samshui Report has continued during the year with increased force. Kumchuk alone has made a notable advance under this head. Not only were fewer Piece Goods purchased on the Hongkong market, but also A good number of those purchased were imported in junks and paid Duty elsewhere. Chinese importers go to the cheapest shop, the cheapest carrier, and cheapest Custom House whenever they can. Cotton Yarn is an article which, whatever its price, cannot well be missed in this region, for thousands of women require

CHOSEN BY OUR MR. ROBINSON,

NOW IN EUROPE.

Intimations.

THE WORD OF HONOUR,

Consignees.

SHIP COMPANY..

NOTICE.

‘ONSIGNEES of CARGO per Steamship

The men who do as they says the things | OCCIDENTAL AND ORIENTAL STEAM- that prove to be what they were said to be,-- bow cheering it is to come upon them. We all hate to be deceived; especially when the deception is intentional. But all men are not liars, even if David did say so in his haste. If they were society would be impossible. Everybody knows that business is based on credit, on faith. Millions are bought and sold daily en nothing more solid than the pledged promises of men,-not written, merely verbal. The Stock Exchanges are often called nests of gamblers, yet nowhere is a promise held in greater honour. Therefore when we say that the tried and effective remedy called.

WAMPOLE'S PREPARATION never deceives any who resort to it in hope of benefit and cure, we may expect to be believed. For this assurance is given on what it has NEW STOCK done in the past in countless cases,-on its record. It is only recommended to ac- complish what it was made to accomplish. Its Debility, Throat and Lung Troubles, Blood action in Chlorosis, Anemia, Scrofula, General Impurities, etc. is convincing. It is palatable as honey and contains the nutritive and curative properties of Pure Cod Liver Oil, extracted by us from fresh cod livers, combined with the Compound Syrup of Hypophosphites and the Extracts of Malt and Wild Cherry, Dr. Austin D. Irvine, of Canada, says: "I have used it in cases where cod liver oil was indicated but could not be taken by the patient, and the results following were very gratifying." It is effective from the first dose and agrees with the mas sensitive and nervous stomachs. One battle proves its intrinsic value. It cannot deceive or disappoint you, and comes to the rescue of those who have received no benefit from any other treatment. It stands for the medical triumphs of the age. "Watch carefully against, imitations." Sold by chemists here and every where and A..S. Watson & Co., Limited.

REDUCTIONS

in our present stock of Pianos and Musical Gooda.

Our NEW MUSIC STOCK has arrived.

THE APOLLO

MASTER PIANO

PLAYER

THE BEST OF ALL.

THREE STYLES:

PRICE FROM $450 UP.

PATTI ENDORSES THE APOLLO,

Adelina Patli (Baroness Cederstrom) has given another great testimonial to the Apollo Piano-player. She was so delighted with the instrument that was purchased by her last year that this second testimonial is even stronger than the first one that she gave

' Mine. Patti says that "the Apollo never has given her the slightest trouble and that the new concert grand is one of the most wonder- ful and perfect piano-players that she has ever seen,"

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Hongkong, 28th October, roos." THE CHINA & JAPAN TELEPHONE AND ELECTRIC COMPANY, LIMITED.

HONGKONG EXCHANGE, OPEN DAY And Nicht.

SUBSCRIPTIONS.

EXCHANGE LINES, $100 Per Annum.

PRIVATE LINES, By Arrangement.

NO CHARGE FOR INSTALLATION,

N.B.-A special charge is made for lines of

more than average length.

it to weave the cloth on the selling of which ELECTRIC SUPPLIES OF EVERY DES-

depends their living. Owing to the enhanced

Tariff, these statistics show for the year a decrease of 8,000 piculs, which, it is stated,

must have come by way of Chanchuen. Iron

CRIPTION IN STOCK.

INCLUDING

is not much in demand in the delta The BATTERIES,

smitha uso Old Horseshoes, discarded Ships Plates, etc, to manufacture ploughs, spades, and farming tools; and in these tools they do not put more iron than is practically necessary; for instance in a spade, edge alone is made of iron, while the central part, which is not requir- ed to cut or scrape, is made of wood. The quantity of Nail-rod and Bar Iron imported during the year-some 12,000 piculs-is, bow- ever, a progress over the arrivals in 1901, Among Sundries, Betel-nut come this way in increased quantity (14,000 piculs), and White and Refined Sugar (20,000 piculs) seem to meet with increasing favour.

(b) Exports.-The year does not compare favourably with 1901 as regards Exports, al ways for the same reason of tariff competition. Paper, Shoes, Fire-crackers, and Timber are attracted to Chanchuen by a tarif fully one- half lower than the Maritime Tariffs and, as a natural sequence, all these articles show a decrease in these statistice, Straw Bags (6,070,000 pieces) show, however, an advance of a million pieces over the figures for the pre- ceding year. These Bags, originally from Shiubing, used to be taked to Canton and thence exported in junks; but shipping and Custome facilities are so much greater at this port that exporters are more and more abandon." ing junk transport. Exports from Kumchuk are almost it, and from Kongmoos, mostly dairy, farm, and garden product. As to Tea there was a hope in the spring that, with an ad valoram Duty, the great masses of low-value Teas produced in the delte, and exported for the exclusive use of Chinese emigrants, were going to pass the Foreign Custom House on their way abroad, instead of being smuggled out of the country in piratical junks; but the subsequent rise in the Tariff, which for these Teas means a Duty ranging from 20 to 100 per cont.,. killed the hope and sent back would-be Duty payers to their former roundabout, ways. The failure of the autumn Rice crop seemed to portend the extinction of the Rice-bird-trade for the years but not only was the presage not realised, but more Birds (30,000 dozens) were exported than in the preceding season (21,000 dozens)..." by Cap Fraded bef (c) Esports-No remarks.

(To be continued).

CHEMICALS,

INSULATORS,

4

THE TRADE MARKS ORDINANCE, 1899,

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF TRADE MARKS

NOTICE is hereby given that CARLOWITZ

& CO., carrying on business at Victoria, in the Colony of Hongkong, and elsewhere as Merchants, have on the 26th day of June, 1903) applied for the Registration in Hongkong in the Register of Trade Marks of the following TRADE MARKS:-

1. The Representation of an Anchor,

3. The Representation of a Chinese Boy

riding a Bicycle.

in the Name of CARLOWITZ & Co. who claim to be the Proprietors thereof.

The said Trade Mark Nod. 1 is intended to

be used by the Applicants forthwith in respect of the following Goods :-

Iron and Steel Pig or Cast, Iron Rough, Iron Bar and Rail including Rails for Railways, Iron Bolt and Rod, Iron Sheet and Boiler and Armour Plates, Iron Hoop, Lead Pig, Lead Rolled, Lead Sheet, Wire, Copper, Zinc and Gold in Ingots in Class

5.

Sewing Machines, Weighing Machines, Machine Tools and Mining Machinery in Class 6.

Kaives, Forks, Scissors, Shears, Files and Saws in Class 12.

Anvila, Keys, Basins (Metal), Needles, Hoes, Shovels and Corkscrews in Class 13.

Plate, Clock Cases and Pencil Cases of Precious Metals (including Aluminium, Nickel, Britannia Metal, &c.), Sheffield and other Plated Goods and Gilt and Ormolu Work in Class 14.

Window and Plate Glass, Painted Glass, Glass Mosaic and Glass Beads in Class 15:

and

Boats, Chain Cables and Rigging in Cibss 21:

The said Trade Mark Nod. z has been used

"DORIC,"

their risk being discharged into Lighters and/or are hereby notified that their Goods are at landed into our Godowns Nos, and 2, at Kennedy Town, (Marine Lot 243), and delivery may he had either from Lighters or from our Godowns apoa countersignature of Bills of Lading.

Goods remaining unclaimed after the oth instant will be subject to rent. before the 23rd instant or they will not be All Claims must be sent in to me on or recognised.

No Fire Insurance has been effected.

J. STAUKT THOMSON, Acting Agent. Hongkong, 13th November, 1903.

"BARBER" LINE OF STEAMERS.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

SS. *SAGAMI FROM NEW YORK. ONSIGNEES of 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.

have left the Godowns, and all Goods remain- No Claims will be admitted after the Goods ing undelivered after the 16th instant will be subject to rent.

All Claims against the Steamer must be pre- sented to the Undersigned on or before the 20th instant, they will not be recognized.

All broken, hard and damaged Goods are to be left in the Godowns, where they will be examined on the 18th instant, at 3 P.M.

No Fire Insurance has been effected. Bills of Lading will be countersigned by.

DODWELL & CO., LIMITED, Agents.

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Hongkang, 9th November, 1903.

"BEN" LINE OF STEAMERS.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

S.S. "BENMOER," FROM LEITH, LONDON AND

STRAITS. informed that all Goods are being landed ONSIGNEES of Cargo are hereby at their risk into The Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company's Godowns whence and/or from the wharves delivery may be obtained.

No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods unde livered after the 13th instant will be subject

to rent.

All Claims against the Steamer must be pre sented to the Undersigned on or before the 24th instant, or they will not he recognized.

All broken, cbafed, and damaged Goods are to be left in the Godowns, where they will he examined on the 14th instant, at 11 A.M. No Fire Insurance has been effected. Bills of Lading will be countersigned by

GIBB, LIVINGSTON & Co., Agents,

Hongkong, roth November, 1903.

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IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINE. NORDDEUTSCHER HAMBURG-AMERIKA

LLOYD.

LINIE

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

by the Applicants since the month of October, THE Steamship

1901, in respect of the following Goods:-

Knives, Forks, Scissors, Shears, Files and Saws in Class 12.

Anvils, Keys, Basins (Metal), Needles, Hoes, Shovels and Corkscrews in Class 13. Plate, Clock Cases and Pencil Cases of Precious Metals (including Aluminium, Nickel, Britannia Metal, c.,), Sheffield and other Plated Goods and Gilt and Ormolu Work in Class 14.

Cotton Yarn, and Sewing Cotton not on Spools or Reels, Sewing Cotton on Spools of Reels in Class 23.

Cotton Shirtings and Long Cloth in Class 24.

Cotton Lace, Cotton Braids and Cotton Tapes in Class 25.

Linen and Hemp Yaro and Thread in Class 26.

27.

Linen and Hemp Piece Goods in Class

Linen and Hemp Goods (not included in Classes 26, 27 and 50) in Class 28,

fute Yarns and Tissues, and other Articles made of Jute (not included in Class go) in Class 29.

ELECTRIC BELLS,

30.

LIGHTNING CONDUCTORS. SWITCHES,

TELEPHONES,

WIRE, &c., &c.,

PRICE LISTS ON APPLICATION,

ELECTRIC BELL INSTALLATIONS./

Erected and kept in order.

Estimates given for all kinds of Electrical

work.

Trained Mechanicians sent to Out-Ports to fit

up Installations if required.

NOTE ADDRESS:-2, 1CB HOUSE ROAD,

For full Particulars, &c, &c. Apply to

W. STUART HARRISON, AM, INST. CE.

Manager Hongkong, 2nd April, 1903,

Silk, spun, thrown' or sewing in Class |

Bilk Piece Goods in Class 31. Silk Goods (not included in Classes 30 and 31) in Class 32.

Yarns of Wool, Worsted or Hair, in Class

33

Cloths and Staffs of Wool, Worsted or Hair, in Class 34.

Woollen and Worsted and Hair Goods (not included in Classen 33 and 34) in

Class 35.

Hats of all kinds, Caps and Bonnets, Hosiery, Gloves, Boots and Shoes, and other ready-made Clothing in Class 38. 4

Envelopes, Sealing Wax Pens, (except Gold Pens Ink, Playing Cards, Blotting Cases and Copying Presses in Class 391

and Umbrellas, Walking Sticks, Brushes and Combs in Clans 50,

Facsimiles of the said Trade Marks can be seen at the Office of the Colonial Secretary of Hongkong and also at the Office of the Under- signed.

Dated the 14th day of August, 1903.

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JOHNSON, STOKES & MASTER, Solicitors for the Applicants, 8, Des Voeux Road Central,

Hongkong, THE HONGKONG STUDIO,

HIGHER CLASS PHOTOGRAPHER,

41, & 43, QUEEN'S ROAD CENTRAL, UN

TOP FLOOR.

"PRINZ HEINRICH,"

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, Kowloan, whence delivery may be obtained.

· Optional Cargo will be forwarded unless notice to the contrary be given before It A.M., TO-DAY,

No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods remaining undelivered after 18th November,, will be subject to rent.

All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods are to be left in the Godowns, where they will be examined on WEDNESDAY, the 18th Novem ber, at 9.30 AM.

All Claims for damage must be sent in before the 23rd November, or they will not be recognized.

No Fire Insurance has been effected. Billa of Lading will be countersigned by the Undersigned,

NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD.

MELCHERS & CO., Agents. Hongkong, 11th November, 1903.

Entimations.

1653

Kabutor

PURE

DELICIOUS

Feer

REFRESHING

may now be had in Cases of 4 Doz. Quarts at $15.00. MACEWEN, FRICKEL & CO.,

3, DUDDELL STREET, 1st September, 1903,

TUBORG BEER.

[6500

FIRST Class PILSENER BEER

PORTRAITS, GROUPS and ENLAR. A guaranteed free from Salicylic Acid,

COPYING In all Sizes.

www

LARGE SELECTION OF VIEWS ALWAYS ON HAND.

PRICE VERY MODERATE. Hongkong, ifth September, 190g.

and any other Chemicals.

PRICE $10.50 per case of 48 bottles (quarto) or 6 dar, pinti.

Special Prices for Quantities.

Sola Agents

SIEMBSEN & CO. (11304||||| Hongkong, 10th January, 1903,

Mails.

NIPPON YUSEN KAISHA..

(THE JAPAN MAIL STEAMSHIP COMPANY.)

PROJECTED SAILINGS FROM HONGKONG,-SUBJECT TO ALTERATION.

AKI MARU*,

STEAMERS.

J. W. Ekstrand TAMBA MARU

J. W. Wale HIROSHIMA MARU

J. Nagao SADO MARU

F. J. G. Parsons...... BONDAY MARU.,

T. Murai.....

DESTINATIONS.

VICTORIA, B.C., and SEATTLE,

U.S.AVIA SHANGHAI, MOJI, KOBE and YOKOHAMA.

KOBE and YOKOHAMA

MOJI and/or KOBE & YOKOHAMA

LONDON, &c.............................................

BOMBAY, &c. ...............14

SAILING DATES.

TUESDAY, 17th Nov, at

4 P.M.

FRIDAY, 20th Nov, at

Daylight.

FRIDAY, 27th Nov., at

Daylight.

SATURDAY, 28th Nov, at-

Daylight.

TUESDAY, 1st December,

at Noon.

• Through Passenger Tickets issued for the Principal Cities in the United States, Canada and Europe, in connection with the GREAT NORTHERN RAILWAY and Atlantic Steamers. Round-the-World Tickets also issued. Between Moji and Kobe, 1st and 2nd Class Through Passengers have the Option of Travelling by the Sanyo Railway.

For further Information as to Freight, Passage, Sailings, &c., apply at the Company's Local Branch Office in Prince's Building, 1st Floor, Chater Road.

A. S. MIHARA,

Manger

Hongkong, 14th November, 1903-

NORTHERN PACIFIC STEAMSHIP COMPANY.

BOSTON STEAMSHIP COMPANY. BOSTON, TOW-BOAT COMPANY.

PROPOSED SAILINGS FROM HONGKONG,

VIA

Insurances..

NEW ZEALAND INSURANCE COMPANY.

FIRE AND MARINE ESTABLISHED 1859.

CAPITAL

£1,000,000

LTAVING been appointed AGENTS for the

SHANGHAI, INLAND SEA OF JAPAN, HAbove Company, we are propared to

KOBE AND YOKOHAMA, FOR VICTORIA, B.C., AND TACOMA,

IN CONNECTION WITH

NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY COMPANY.

Steamers. Tons,

issue Policies of Insurance at Current Rates,

REISS & CO. Agents: Hongkong, 5th November, 1903. NORTH GERMAN FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY OF HAMBURG.

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Captains, 1903-04. Shawmut.... 9,606 W. M. Smith... Nov. 14 Tacoma 2,812 M. Ridley... Dec. 15 THE Undersigned AGENTS of the above Olympla...... 2837 A. Dixon ......Nov. 25

Tremont

....3,503. Truebridge... Dec. 19 Company are prepared to accept First ...... 9,606 T. W. Garlick. Dec. 24 Glass FOREIGN and CHINESE RISKS A Lyrat ................... 4,417 IG. V. Williams. Jan. 21CURRENT RATES.

SIEMSSEN & Co. Hongkong, 28th May, 1895.

Victoria*

Cargo only. Steamers marked (*) have no second-class passenger accommodation.

The attention of passangers is directed to the very cheap rates offered by this line to the Pacific Coast and. to the Interior and Eastern Cities of the United States and to Europe.

Special rates allowed to members of Govern ment Services.

Through Bills of Lading issued to Pacific Coast Points and to the Principal Cities in the

United States and Canada.

For further Information as to Freight or Passage, apply to

DODWELL, & CO., LIMITED,

General Agents, Hongkong, 18th October, 1903, (874d

COMPAGNIE DES MESSAGERIES MARITIMES,

PAQUEROTS-POSTE FRANCAIS.

NOTICE

STEAM FOR SAIGON, SINGAPORE, BATAVIA,

COLOMBO, PONDICHERRY, CALCUTTA, BOMBAY, ADEN, DJIBOUTI, EGYPT, MARSEILLES, MEDITERRANEAN AND BLACK SEA PORTS. LONDON, HAVRE, BORDEAUX;

ALSO

PORTS or BRAZIL AND RIVER PLATE.

AN TUESDAY, the 17th November, 1993, ON

"AUSTRALIEN," Captain Verron, with Mails, this Port for MARSEILLES, via Ports of Call, Passengers, Specie and Cargo, will leave WITHOUT TRANSHIPMENT.

This Steamer connects at COLOMBO with the Australian Line S.S. Occanten bound for MARSEILLES vid BOMBAY and ADEN.

Cargo and Specie will be registered for Lon. don as well as for Marseilles, and accepted in transit through Marseilles for the principal places of Europe.

Shipping Orders will be granted till Noon only on MONDAY, the 16th instant, Specie and Parcels received until 4 P.M. on the same day. No Cargo will be received on board an TUESDAY,

Parcels are not to be sent on board, they must be left at the Agency's Office. Contents and Value of Packages are required.

For further Particulars, apply at the Com-j pany's Office.

G. DE CHAMPEAUX, Agent. Hongkong, 4th November, 1903.

Hotel.

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N°

To be Let...

TO LET,

[O. 1, RIPON TERRACE (in FLATS).

HOUSES in WONO NEI CHONG ROAD

facing Race Course,

FLATS in MORETON TERRACE, facing

the Polo Grating.

OFFICES now in course of erection, CON.

NAUGHT ROAD (near BLAKE PIER). GODOWNS in BLUE BUILDINGS. GODOWNS for Coal or Yam, PRAYA

EABT.

Apply to

THE HONGKONG LAND INVEST. MENT & AGENCY CO, LD. Hongkong, 12th November, 1903. [13590

TO LET. CHEAPEST HOUSES IN THE COLONY,

i

MORRISON HILL GAP ROAD, Nice

Houses, 4 Rooms, Bath Rooms, Dut": houses and Verandahs, Only $40 inclusiva^- of Taxes.

WILD DELL BUILDINGS, No. 147, Fints of 2 or 3 Rooms, from Sz5 inclusive of WANCHAI ROAD. Comfortable and Airy

Taxes.

S. A. SETH, Land and Estate Broker, Dairy Farm Co., Ltd.

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Hongkong, rath September, 1903.

TO LET.

FURNISHED HOUSE on the ROBINSON

ROAD LEVEL. Apply to→

LINSTEAD & DAVIS. Hongkong, 10th November, 1903.

Intimations.

MEE CHEUNG,

PHOTOGRAPHER,

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Tor FLOOR OF ICE HOUSE, IN

Ice-House Road, +

↑ 5 now in a position, in his New and Com Amodious Premises, to eclipse, as heretofore, ALL PHOTOGRAPHIC ART PRACTICED in the Colony or in any part of the Far East.

GROUPS AND VIEWS a speciality. Hongliang, and Septembr, 178.

Jaso

KING EDWARD F. BLACKHEAD & CO.,

HOTEL.

A HIGH CLASss Private HOTEL

LADIES' AFTERNOON TEA ROOMS.

PRIVATE BAR

AND

BILLIARD ROOMS.

Hot and Cold Water throughout. Electrically Lighted, Electric Fans (if required). · Electric Passenger Elevator to each Floor,

Table D'Hote at Separate Tables, D For Terms, &c., apply to the

Hongkong, 43rd October, 1903,

MANAGER,

(11190)

SHIP-CHANDLERS, SAILMAKERS, COAL AND PROVISION MER- CHANTS, NAVAL CONTRACTORS AND GENERAL COMMISSION AGENTS,

PRAYA CENTRAL HONGKONG, SOAP MANUFACTURERS, SOLE AGENTS FOR LT ARTMANN'S RAHTJEN'S GENUINE COMPOSITION RED HAND BRAND, HARTMANN'S GREY PAINT DAIMLER'S PATENT MOTOR LAUNCHES,

C+

Sola Agents for FERGUSON'S SPECIAL CREAM: and

P. & D. SPECIAL LIQUER SCOTCH

WHISKY, &C, .... EVERY KIND OF SHIP'S STORES AND REQUISITES

ALWAYS IN STOCK:

REASONABLE PRICES. Hongkong, tath May, slow