TELEGRAMS
(Reuter's.)
The Russian Army.
LONDON, and February.
A Russian Army order dated 21st Janu- ary increases the strength of the infantry re- 'serves in Russia.
Reinforcement for the Far East.
It is stated at St. Petersburg that 50,000 troops are expected shortly at Vladivostock to strengthen the garrison. All the reserves for the Far East will probably be mobilised
soon.
··LATER. ;
It is stated in St. Petersburg that Russia's reply will not be sent for several days as several points are still unsettled.
Opening of Parliament. The King and Queen, accompanied by the Prince and Princess of Wales and the Duke of Connaught, opened Parliament in full Mr. Balfour was absent owing to an attack of influenza. The King, in his speecli, said that he watched with concern the course of the Russo-Japanese negotiations; a dis- turbance of the peace could not but have
state.
THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, THURSDAY FEBRUARY 4, 1904.
NORTHERN" NOTES,"
POSTION IN JAPAN AND PORT
ARTHUR.
FIRST MEETING OF WAR COUNCIL,
INDIGNATION OF PRIVY COUNCILLORS T
DELAY,
GOVERNMENT HOUSE BALL..
A DRILLIANT FUNCTION.
Hongkong Government House has saldom been more gay than it was inst evening when II.E. the Officer Administering the Govern ment and Mrs. May gave their first ball slace We (olie Ciron 'cle, jan, 26) learn that last Mr. May's appointment as head of the execu. Thursday two regiments were embarked at Port tive. The function was as distinguished in Arthuron transports, ready to sail for the Yale, character as it was brilliant in appearance, so it would seem that it has been determined Invitations were issued to the commanders and to strengthen the frontier of Manchuria against officers of the British and foreign war ships in possible action by Japan in Korea. The Russian barbour, the heads of military departments, warships at lort are cleared for action in case judges, clerics, members of the consular ser- emergencies should arise, but we think there vice, and to many other residents. Among need be no apprehension on that score, as those prominent to whom invitations bad been Japan is not likely to force hostilities in that sent were H. E. Major General Villiers-Hatter, way, but will content herself with taking men- | C. B., and Mrs. Hatton, Rear Admiral and sures for the protection of her interests in Mrs. C, G. Robinson, The Right Rev. Lord Korea, where she is not likely to come into Bishop of Victoria and Mrs. Huare, Sir W, M. immediate contact with Russia. In fact, even Lady, and the Misses Goodman, Hen A. M. at Port Arthur, where the feeling is so bellicose, Thomson, Sir H. S., Lady, and the Misses Ber. it is asserted that no interference will be at-keley, Hon. and Mrs. I..A.M. Johnson, He~, W. tempted with Ja an as regards, any line she may take in Korea, efforts being confined to the protection of Manchuris against possible Japanese action. The real danger seems to us to be in a collision being forced by some ultra-patriotic Japanese officer, nad it is to be hoped that Russian war-ships will for the time keep clear of the south coast of Korea.
Chatham. Hon. Dr. and Mrs. Atkinson Hun. ir C. P. Chater, C.M.G., Hon. and Mrs. C. W. Dickson, Justice and rs. A. G. Wise, Hon. and Mrs. Basil Taylor, Hon. Ho Kai, Hon. Wei Yuk, Hon. Gershom Stewart, Hon. H. E. Pollock, Mr. R. F. Johnston, Mr. N. Post, Mr. T. Hamman, Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Romano, Mr. J. G. Gonzalez de B, Mr. A. Haupt, Mons. G.
ead in water-tube boilers. It is worthy of mention that the Paul Brau is the only mer chant steamer in the East using these boilers. The new steamer, with the guests and owner on board, ran out to Castle Peak Bay, and most satisfactory results were obtained both as regards speed and the working of the boilers. Among those present were:-Captain Frangeul, Mr. J. Trevoux, Mr. Bazin, Mr. J. Landolt, Captain Godineau, Mr. Housset, Mr. Bering. doague, Mr. Rognon, Captain Le Sauvage, Mr. G. de Champeaux, Mr. J. Macdonald, Mr. W. A. Crake, Mr. W. C. Jack, Mr. T. Hamman, Mr. B. A. Hale, Mr. Muelle, Mr. H. T. Richardson, Captain W. A. Robinson, and Mr. F. H. Carmichael. An excellent dejeuner was served, the menu being as follows:
HORS DIEUVRES. Beurre.
Radis. Saucisson de Lyon, PLATS,
Sale Normonde. Perdrix au choux. Vean Bourgeois. Caille à la Turque.
Asperges en Braucha.
Rumsteack.
Pommes Larette.
Eclair à la Chantilly.
Cafe The.
TO-DAY'S EXCHANGE.
Selling.
demand
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4 months' sight Franca....
6 months' sight
4 months' sight Germany
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ON
SATURDAY NEXT, the 6TH FEBRUARY, at 9 P.M. Sharp. in the
CLUB GYMNASIUM, KOWLOON.
ADMISSION
.....$1.00
COME AND BRING YOUR FRIENDS!
Arrangements have been made with the "STAR" FERRY CO., LIMITED, to run a Late Launch from KOWLOON, at 12.15 A.M.
HAROLD C. AUSTEN,
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Hongkong, 4th February, 1904.
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OPIUM QUOTATIONS.
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Oldest...
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Berates New
Towards the end of the repast, Captain Le Persian Paper) ........... .... Sauvage, the representative of the builders,
and, in the name of the Compagnie Francais de Navegation de Canton, thanked
deplorable consequences, and any assistance There was a Tumour yesterday that Baron Liebert, Dr. O. Gumprecht, Dr. F. Krue, Mr. Trevoux for having granted to bis Company
the British Government could give to pro- mote a pacific solution would be gladly
afforded.
(Japanest Exchance.) Tzar Wavering.
London, 22nd January. Telegraphic despatches from St. Petersburg,
published in Berlin journals, indicate that it is the Russian Government's intention to prolong the negotiations indefinitely.
The Moscow correspondent of the Times states that the two Grand Duke: are strenuous- ly urging hostilities upon the Tzar. His Im- perial Majesty is wavering,
Russia's Circular to the Powers.
Loudon, 23rd January.
The Russian Government have addressed a circular Note to the Powers in which they repeat their vague, non-committal statements regarding the future of Manchuria.
The Note completely fails to satisfy public opinion in the United Kingdom, where it is pretty well understood that Russia's object is merely to gain time.
Muscovite Methods.
Londo, 23rd January. Both the Times and the Morning Post pub. lish articles exposing the duplicity of Russia, instancing the case of Sir Nicholas ('Conor who, while accredited as British Minister to St. Petersburg in 1898, was given solemn as furances concerning the maintenance of an open door in Manchuria, only to have these unqualified assurances subsequently repudiat
Rosen bad elt Tokyo, hat, like so many similar ruaours that have found currency dur. ing the last few weeks, there was no truth in it.
WAR COUNCIL
Chev. and Madame 2. V. lpicelli, Ma. M. Noma, Mr. F. D. Barretto, Mr. and Mrs. F. J. H. Droeze, Mr. Muelle, Mr. C. de Boingowskoy, Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Marty, Mr. G. Hailing, eneral and Mis. E, S. Bragg, Rt. Rev. L. M. Piazzoli, Kev. and Mrs. E. J. Hardy, Rev. F. T. Johnson, Rev. J. H France, Rev. G. A. Banbury, Rev. T. Wright, Rev. C. H.. Mrs. and
ani Mrs. W. J. Southani, Rev. Father Augustyn Miss Hickling, Rev. and Mrs. C. W. Bridie, Rev.
The guests were received in the drawing room by H.E. the Officer Admin stering the Govern
As we s id, everything points to immediate action. A: 940 yesterday morning the first meeting of the War Cruncil was held. There were present Marstal Marquis Oyama, Fresid- Admiral Viscount Ito, President of the Naval ent of the General Anny Staff Department; St.fi Department; Adoniral Baron Inouye, Com- mander of the Yokosuka Port Ashniraby; Gen- eral Baron Kadama, Vice-resident of the Armyment and Mrs. May to whom they were inten Staff Department; General Ra on Terauchi, Minister for War; Admiral Baron Yamamoto, Minister for the Navy; Marshal Marquis Yama Kata; and Marshal Baron Oku, Marshal Baron Kuroki, Marshal Baron Nezu, and Major- General Usagawa, Chief Secretary of the War Council. The meeting, which took place at the Imperial Palace, lasted ull acout noon. It is understand that the Emperor was present
at the confe ence.
About 9 o'clock yesterday morning rince Iwakura, Director of the Chamberlafa's Office, paid a visit to fount Katsura, the Premier, with an Imperial Message, and remained with the Premier for about half-an-hour. Prince Iwakura immediately proceeded in the Palace and reported the result of his mission to the Emperoring the furenoun the Ministers for the Navy, Finance, Communications and Agriculture, and Commerce, separately visred
the Premier.
MENACE TO CHINAS INDEPENDENCE. We are formed that since Admiral Count
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PUBLIC AUCTION, "
on
the honour of constructing the l'aul Beau, and Mr. Jack and Mr. Wilks on the skill which they had brought to bear on the designs of the THE Undersigned have been favoured with ship. Mr. Trevoux, he thought, was able to meet all competition and to carry the French flag into the heart of China. In France, the maritime world had acclaimed the inception
Indo-China to adopt the measures which are of this new company and admired the thought-
destined to encourage Mr. Travaux in the creation of a regular French line of navigation between Hongkong and Canton. The French maritime world had followed with interest the.
fulness which induced the Government of
difficult voyage which the Paul Beau had made
duced by Capt. Hurly, aide-de-camp, and shortly before ten o'clock the Band of H.M.S. filary struck up and lured many a staid citizen from a discussion of Far Eastern issues to a
from Europe, and the successful results of this few hours" worship at the shrine of Terpsichore. venture conferred great honour on his distin Following is the dance programme:-guished confrese commanding, Captain Fran- | Valse, 2 Vaise, 3 Lancers, 4 Polka, 5 Two- geul. All those interested in naval affairs in step, & Valse, 7 Caledonians, & Vaise, 9 Vatse, France, he was certain, were desirous of the 10 Two-Step, ti Lancers, 12 Valse, 13 Valse, which the able and distinguished director was success of the Compagnie Cantonnaises, of 14 Gallop.
M. Trevoux. He wished him and his company the good wishes of all present, raised his glass to Mr. Trevoux and the captain of the Poul Beau, and drank to the prosperity of the Messageries Cantonnaises.
THE NEW FRENCH RIVER
STEAMER.
TRIAL OF THE S. S. "PAUL BEAU.”
About I p.m. yesterday, the s.s. Paul Bear a new French river steamer, constructed to the order of Mr. J. Trevoux of Canton, by the Compagnie Française de Constructions Navales at Nantes, left the wharf at Wing Lok Street
instructions from Rear-Admiral ROBINSON
to offer for Sale by. PUBLIC AUCTION,
WEDNESDAY, the toth February, 1904, at 3 P.M., at their SALES ROOMS, No. 8, Des Vieux Road, (Corner of Ice House Street), HIS YACHT VERNONS
34 Footer-Y R.A.; Designed by PAYNE, Southampton; Roil by DOCK CO., Hongkong Sails by LA THORN, Cowes. Presen set of Spars; Hollow Mast, Boom and Yard, Spare Solid Spars; 2 Masts, Boom and 2 Yards
Present Main Sail and Jib new, this Season, well setting.
Other Sails Comprise- Main Sail, b. 2nd Jib and Spinnaker of last Season. All in good order.
Boat in perfect order and Winner of this Season's Championship as well as the Comme dore of the Yacht Club's Cup and other Cups.
The Yacht may be seen at Kowloon Naval Depôt.
For Orders to View, apply to
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HUGHES & HOUGH, Auctioneers. Hongkong, 4th February, 1904.
MESSAGERIES CANTONNAISES.
1. TREVOUX & CO. HONGKONG-CANTON NIGHTLY
SERVICE
"PAUL BEAU"
Kawamura, one of the Privy Councillors, put questions implying censure upon the Cabinet at a recent special meeting of the Council, he has received much support from other Privy | Councillors. Count Soyejima, though he was indisposed, specially auter ded a meeting of the Council on ho zoth instant, and put quesne official trails of the steamer having been tions in regard to the situation The replies gone through in France, the trip was made with Japan's Work in the Probable War. Affairs, did not satisfy the meeting, and Count the intention of proving to the several friends of Trevoux for his kindly expressions, said he had and Cargo as usual and will shortly be followed
ed.
Londos, 22nd January,
Public opinion in this country fully re- cognises that japan is fighting the world's battle in the cause of progress and civiliza-
tion.
FOOTBALL.
A League match will be played 10-morrow on the Royal Naval ground, Happy Valley, be- tween the Royal Engineers and H.M.8. Cressy Kick-off at 4 pm.
To-monow (Friday) afternoon on the Happy Valley the Hongkong Football Club will play a Naval team under Rugby rules. Kick-off
at 4.30 p.m. The Club will play in stripes. The following will play for the Club:--R. W. Whitamore, full back; W, R. sobertson, T. E. Pearce, J. P. Jordon and H. A, Sclanders, three- quarters; A. G. M. Fletcherand A. B. de Veulle, balves; H. C. Sandford (Capt.), E. R. Halifax, A. Boyd, H. E. Rowley, Lieut. Richards, Lieut. Rogers, R. H. Crofton and H. F. Chard, for- wards.
JAPANESE CRATITUDE.
A WELCOME TO BRITISH OFFICERS.
of Baron "Komura, Minister for Foreign
GERMANY AND MEDIATION.
There is no sympathy in Herhin for a Con gress to settle the Far Eastern question or for
ny form of mediation.
THE NAVAL FETE.
Mr.
Voux's venture.
This terminated the official proceedings; the assembled guests then being conducted into After the stakehold in inspect the new boilers. a most agreeable trip, the Paul Beau returned to her berth at 4.15 p.m. and the visitors de- pailed alter once more expressing their good wishes for the success of the new enterprise.
Canton nightly to Hongkong at 5 P.M. (except Sundays).
The Saloon is under European Supervision.
First Class European...... 58.00 Second Class European...... 3.00 First Class Chinese... 1,50 Second Class Chinese......... Deck ...........
For further Particulars, apply to
M. LANDOLT, Agent,
80
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THE PHARMACY, Queen's Road Central. Hongkong, 4th February, 1994.
ALTERATION,
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DOUGLAS STEAMSHIP COMPANY, LIMITED.
FOR SWATOW.
THE Company's Steamship
DENTAL NOTICE.
HAVE This Day RESUMED PRACTICE.
CHADWICK KEW.
Hongkong, 4th February, 1904.
Entertainments.
THEATRE
fato
ROYAL.
BOXING! BOXING! BOXING!
AT
CITY HALL.
TO NIGHT (THURSDAY), 4th Fela...), 4904.
2ND NIGHT.–DRUMMOND ( ("THETIS")
versus Many (of " Albion ") 30 Rounds.
J. Crawley (of Glory') versus Punch For- ler (of "Thetis") 6 Rounds,
Hodger Bacon (of Derbyshire Regt.) versus Bergul (of "Tamar ") B Rounds.
G. Turner (of "Albion") versus A. Franks (of "Vengeance") to Rounds.
Holmes (of Waterwitch ") versus Osborne, R.M.LI. (of "Vengeance") 6 Rounds.
The following well known men will also apper-W. Thompson (Welterweight Cham. pion), J. Davies (of "Ocean"), Harry Fox, Phil Thomas, &c.
The Full Band of H.M.S. "Vengeance" under the direction of Signor Cado Guidotti will play selections during intervals. By the kind permission of Capt. Leslie C. Stuart, G.M.G., M.V.O., R.8., and Officers of H.M.S. "Vengeance."
Prices.-$1, $2, $3, a limited number of Stage tickets will be issued at $5.
Doors open at 7 P.M. Commence at 8 P.X.
sharp,
Tickets may be obtained from Messrs. Robinson's, The Compradore, City Hall, and Naval Canteen.
W. J. MANSER, Promoter.
H. GOW, General Manager.
Hongkong, 4th February, 1904.
THEATRE ROYAL.
THE
CITY HALL.
HE HONGKONG AMATEUR
DRAMATIC CLUB
will give Six Performances of "HIS EXCELLENCY
on
"
SATURDAY, 12th FEBRUARY. WEDNESDAY, 17th THURSDAY, 18th FRIDAY,
rgth SATURDAY, 20th
13
10
14
Dress Circle
Stalls...
114
$3
141 *** 3
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*14
Pit
NO HALF PRICE. Tickets can be obtained at the Booking Office of the Theatre, City Hall, on and after MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8th, at 10 AM.
Booking Office will be opened daily from that date from 10 A M. to 4 P.M.
Lale Trams will un a quarter of an hour after the fall of the curtain.
Hongkong, 1st February, 1904.
Intimation.
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M. Trevoux complimented Captain Frangeul and Captain Le Sauvage for the ability they had displayed in bringing the vessel out from France, and thanked Captain Le Sauvage for the good wishes he had expressed for the success of the company of winch he was the manager, He asked all those present to join with him in drinking a toast to these two officers, the THE Commodious Steamer for her first spin in the waters of the Colony.sitors present, and the Press. This toast was
will make her Maiden Trip to Canton TO- heartily responded to
Captain Frangeul, in replying, thanked M. NIGHT, the 4th instant, taking Passengers by the Steamer “CHARLES HÁRDQUIN." only dose his duty, and drank to the success of These Two Magnificent and Up-to-Date Sayejua and Viscount Cawase are said to be the owner and the members of the Hongkong the Messageries Cautonnaises, on whose behalf Steamers, lighted with Electricity, will leave the indignant with Baron Fomura for the off-band Press, who were on board in res; onse to manner in which the questions were dealt with,. Tievoux and Captain Frangeul's invitation, he was determined to do his best to promote ompany's Wharf at foot of Queen's Street, Commencing each Evening at 9 P.M. precisely.
Praya West. and are taking steps to address a memorial to the seaworthiness, steaming capabilities and that success, He trusted that the Paul Beau
Hongkong nightly for Can'on at 9 F.M. the Throne on the matter. It appears that Admiral Count Kawamura has already addres- comfortable accommodation possessed by the would be the means of carrying the French (except Saturdays). sed a memorial to the Throne in which he new boat. Of the first two there could be little flag into the Chinese Empire. (Applause.) declares that the attitude of Russia forms a doubt, since it was well-known that the Paul G. Manington, of the Hongkong menace to the independence of China, is
Beau had accomplished a successful voyage Telegraph, who spoke in French, responded aggressive against Korea, and disturbs the
He mentioned peace of the Orient. The only course now left from Europe to this port, Captain Frangeul on behalf of the Press,
the Canton River, as elsewhere, is therefore an appeal to arms by Japan. The being in command, and an inspection of the that on memorial strongly condemns the Ministry for interior of the vessel suon showed that nothing God's sun was for everybody who cared its failure to deal firmly with the diplomatic had been spared to ensure the comfort of her
to come out to enjoy its warmth. There was situation, and urges that the Cabinet should be
fuusn for all and he was sure that no one would passengers. The steamer possesses a fine first- reorganised without delay,
class saloon and dining-room, upholstered inbegrudge the iricouleur the right to wave over light coloured hair-cloth and pannelled in shipping on the Pearl River. On behalf of his polished oak, capable of seating twenty-eight confrères he drank to the success of Mr. Tre- persous. The style adopted throughout is The Yokohama (Japanese) Chamber of Com- simple and of good taste, as might have been merce has unanimously adopted a resolution to expected of French builders. There are seven give an enthusiastic reception to the British fine first-class cabins, the special feature and Italian officers and men manning the new
of which being that they are supplied with cruisers Katuga and Nisshin when they arrive at Yokohama. Preparations are also being roomy iron beds with wire mauresses, a decided made in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto for the re-improvement on the old style of berth. The cepuon to the foreign officers and men, who cabins for ladies or families have a bath-room will doubiless meet with a hearty welcome in and lavatory attached. Forward of the saloon is a bright and comfortable smoking room,
IN a valedictory notice on the departure of the upholstered in the style already described, The vessel is lighted by electricity and provided late manager of the C. E. & M. Co., the with fans. The second-class accommodation | P. & T. Times says: With regard to his work in connection with the Ch.aese Engineer- quarters for the first-class Chiese passengers. is comfortable and spacious as is als the
ing and Mining Co. it is obviously impossible The ‹ auf Beau is specially fitted up for the fish
to speak with knowledge. Mr. Wynne has. raffic from Canton, a series of non tanks, received the enconiums of the London Board, through which seawater cuculates, being fitted which is more than satisfied with the condition up on board. A commodious galley with the of the Company, and this must be the greatest most modern culinary appliances, and presided stufiction to him. We are also aware that aver by a French chef,exists on the steainer, and there is a section of the shareholders who are the succu ent dej,uner seived to Mi, Trevou 's
Qual a satisfied, and who deen a 5% dividend nothing short of insult added to gastronomical treats passengers may expect en guests yesterday gave splendid promise of the
injury. But they attribute this to the confusion this line. The following are the technical of ideas and arrangements which has denied details of the new vessel. She is a steel twin-
them so far the existence of a China Board, screw steamer built to the highest class of the and not to Mr. Wynne who has been under Bureau Veritas, her principal dimensions being the disadvantage of being at the helm through- as follows:-
out under very difficult and trying circum. stances. That he has faced those circumstances with pluck and tact can be honestly affirmed, and that he has maintained the most cordial and satisfactory relations between himself and each of the
numerous departments, was forcibly demonstrated by the unanimous ex- pressions of esteem from both the foreign and native staffs on the 9th ult.
this country.
FINANCIAL
The gold and silver in the reserve, beld by the Bank of Japan, now amounts to 113,000,000 yen, in addition to which 20,000,000 yen out of 50,000,000 yen of the special reserves put aside. kept in gold, while 20,000,000 yen in guli of out of the indemnity received from China is
the money realised by the issue of Bunds in Lordon is still reserved in the English metropolis. Thus the Government has at its di posni a sum of over 150,000,000 yen in gold and silver,
With reference to the reception to be give to the English officers and crews of the Nisshin and Kasuga, the Foradzu wrues: "We might almost say we owe the safety of the Ausuga and Nisskin to the substantial help our European ally has given us. Should we not express dur
IMPORTANT NAVAL ORDERS. gratitude to our faituda friend in some proper From the Kobe Aftraid of 26th uh :— way? More.ver, this is not the only instance
On Saturday, the Official Gazette published of England's real fnendship towards us.
as emergency Imperial Ordinance promulgat. For the past half year or so, she has been countersigned by all the Ministers of ing the Defensive-waters Regulation," having helped us in many and powerful ways State. According to the new Order, the Naval in our struggle with Russia. We need authorities may define the sphere of defensive not dwell on these marks of England's friend-
waters in the event of war or other emergency. In that case, all vessels excepting those belong. ship, for they are ineffaceably engraven in the ing to the Anny and Navy are prohibited from and grateful memory of all our countrymen. Let entering or navigating through defensive-waters us us give a hearty welcome to the English from sunset to sunrise (ie, at night). No
length 228 feet, beam 38 feet, draft loaded 8 crews of the auga and Nishin, and show vessel out of the military and naval service is feet 6 inches, with a total displacement of 1,200 allowed to enter the zone of naval ports or how grateful we are towards them and their
stations, located in defensive-waters. Any tons and 1,200 indicated horse power. The country. Impin badly needs m ney at the vessel authorized to visit, defensive waters eng nes are of the tri-compound type, having must accord with the instructios of the au cylinders 134, 214, and 36" with a stroke of present juncture, but we believe all our country- men will gladly contribute towards the expense Captain of any vessel, or the one in charge, thorities concerned at each movement. The needed for the entertainment of the brave violating the above provisions (constituting
The boilers are of the celebrated Niclause "British seamen."
Art. 11, 1V. and V. of the Regulations) is water tube type, two in number each capable of An Mr. Tsubona, Mayor, of Kobe, Mr. Kishimoto,fiable to a termel major imprisonment not ex developing 750 11. P. and it is stated that the President of the Kobe Chamber of Commerce, seeding one year or a fine of not more than vessel can attais a speed of to knots with lose Yzpo. I is.a.so provided that, in case of Mr. Ushiba, president of the Kobe Jitsugy necessity, the authorities concerned may sus boiler. These boilers have given the greatest -Kiokai, Mr. Matsugais, president of the Kawa-pened or restrain fishing and other practices, satisfaction on the passage out, both from an
siki Dockyard, Mr. Yaisui, Manager of the
economical point of view and from the facility Nippon Yusen Kaisha, Mr. Kafuku, Manager
with which they are fired. Messrs. J. and A. of the Osaka Shosco Kaisha, Mr. Karemalsu.
Niclause bave fitted their boilers in the vessels Mr. Muto, Manger of the Kanegafuchi Cotton
of the principal navics of the world and, as the Spinning Co., and several others, met at
result of trials in H.M.§. gunboat Stagull, it the Chamber of Commerce, Kobe, on the 27th
bas now been decided by the Admiralty to have Shanghai advices dated the 30th ult. report ule and considered the programme for the re-
them fitted to the new ist. class armoured business dost-Docks Tls. 126 cash, Tis ception of the British officers and crew on board
cruisers of the Monmouth type. Many mer-130 March, Tis. 131 and 132 April. Langkats, the Wirkiniam and Kasuga Kas, on: their
chant vessels in France are now fitted with this | Tis 292) cash. Indos, Tis. 57) cash. Suma- Arrival there.
class of generator which promises to take the | tras, Tỉn, șà caob,
which are recognized as detrimental to strategy, in defensive waters. Any one infringing these provisions {representing Art. VL) is liable to a term of major imprisonment for not longer than six months or a fine not more than Y. 1oo.
The new Relations are of a very strong nature, for it is especially provided that the power of arms, when deemed necessary, may be exercised against any vessel, which does not observe the lestructions to keep its course in defensive waters according to its officially, stipulated destination
It".
COMMERCIAL.
RAUB CRUSHING.
The Raab crushing for the past four weeks resulted in 600 oz, gold from 2,400 tons ore.
"HAILOONG," Captain Gibson, will be despatched for the above Port, TO-MORROW, the 5th instant, at To A M.
For Freight or Passage, apply to
DOUGLAS, LAPRAIK & Co., General Managers. Hongkong, 4th Fbruary, 1904. (208
POSTPONEMENT.
DOUGLAS STEAMSHIP COMPANY, LIMITED.
FOR SWATOW, AMOY AND FOOCHUW.
THE Company's Steamship
"THALES," Captain Robson, will be despatched for the above Ports, TO-MORROW, the 5th instant,
at It A.M.
For Freight or Passage, apply to
"DOUGLAS, LAPRAIK & Co.
General Managers.
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"SHIRE" LINE.
FOR HAVRE, LONDON, ANTWERP AND HAMBURG. THE Company's Steamship
"RADNORSHIRE,"
Captain C. H. Burch, will be despatched for the above Ports on MONDAY, the 8th instant
This Steamer has Superior Accommodation for Passengers.
For Freight or Passage, apply to
SHEWAN, TOMES & CO., Agents. Hongkong, 4th February, 1904. [ur
COMPAGNIE DES MESSAGERIES MARITIMES.
PAQUEBOTS-POSTE FRANCAIS.
FOR SHANGHAI, KOBE AND YOKOHAMA THE Company's Steamship
"AUSTRALIEN," Captain Guigues, will be despatched for the above Pots on or about TUESDAY, the 9th instant.
For Freight or Passage, apply to
G. DE CHAMPEAUX, Agent. Hongkong, 4th February, 1904.
THE POPULAR
SCOTCH
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"BLACK & WHITE"
JAMES BUCHANAN & CO. SCOTCH WHISKY DISTILLERS. By Appointment to FM. THE KING
and
HRH the PRINCE of WALES
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Supplied at all, the LEADING CLUBS-4° and HOTELS, and to be obtained from LANE, CRAWFORD & CO, Queen (6) Central
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