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TELEGRAMS.

[Renter's.]

The North Sea Inquiry Commission.

LONDON, 23rd February.

DIPLOMATIC VICTORY FOR RUSSIA. The North Sea Inquiry Commission has completed its labours, and the report will probably be published on Saturday.

Later.

THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1905.

HONGKONG KACU MEETING,

THE OFF DAY.

The wind up of the Races took place, this afternoon in weather of the most atrocious character, dark and dismal and cold. The opening race was run in a drenching drizzle, and the Course, in places, was soaked. Inside the enclosure everything was most unpleasant, pools of water having collected on the lawns whilst even in the stands it was difficult to find The newspapers generally are surprised even an approach to a really dry place. The and disappointed at the finding of the In-attendar ce at the opening was naturally very small, it was amusing to see, however, the ternational North Sea Inquiry Commission, which does not discuss the presence or absence of torpedo boats among the trawlers. It declares that Admiral Rozhdestvensky might legitimately have believed his squadron 10 be endangered, and that he was entitled in the circumstances to act as be did. It takes note of Russia's undertaking to indemnify the victims.

The newspapers describe the finding as a diplomatic victory for Russia.

The Roign of Terror.

MOKE BLOODSHED IN RUSSIA.

A laconic Baku telegram states that all offices are closed, and the streets filled with corpses.

Later.

Owing to the railway strikes, Poland is cut off from Germany, Austria and the terminus of the Vienna railway.

Warsaw is occupied by troops. Alarming reports as to the condition of the Caucasus, especially at Batoum and Baku, have reached St. Petersburg. Com- munications are severed, and no details have been received; but reports agree that there has been much bloodshed.

Russian Stores.

A French steamer has landed a quantity of stores and dynamite, for the Russians, principally at Jibutil, and Diego Suarez, Madagascar.

Peace Prospects.

It appears certain that Russia has not act ually proposed any terms to Japan, but yesterday's telegram is regarded as reflecting the views of an increasingly influential peace party. Baren Suyemaisu pronounces the terms preposterous, and expresses the opinion that they will leave Russia the gainer.

JAPANBIZ BO ns.

Japanese bands have risen 1 upon the peace reports.

New Naval Programme for France.

The French Minister of Marine announc-

ed in the Chamber the new naval program-

me, which includes the construction of twenty- four large warships involving an annual ex- penditure of 44 millions sterling until 1917. Two nava bases would be established in Indo-China, and a second dock at Saigon was essentia.

CANTON NOTES.

[From Our Correspondent |

Canton, 23rd February.

THE FOG AND SHIPPING.

The thick weather on the Prail River bas also affected the West River and reports of steam launches taking the share at various points have come to hand. The British steamer Sainant (Capt. Willox) did not active at this psit at her usual hour yesterday, but reached hers at 5 o'clock this morning, Some anxiety was felt at her non-appearance, us the fog which visited us earlier in the day, travelled op the West River where it was even more dense than here, and if bay one has travelled past Kumchuk Rapids, they can imagine bow care- ful these captains have to be.

The steamer Pewan arrived nearly three hours after correct time to-day. This can be accounted for, as, after having anchored in the Back Reach, where she stayed t il about one o'clock yesterday, she must have been late in getting away from Hongkong.

EXECUTION IN TIN SI MA TOU.

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Messrs. Kelly & Walsh, Price & Co., Caldbeck, Amount to be frantferred

Macgregor & Co, Giegor & Co, Lane Crawford & Co, Kuhn and Kamar, Ying Ker, Lock | Hing, Wang Hing, and Robinson & Co... There'

re fen events on the programme. T

FRENCH CRUISER "SULLY"

MORE SALVAGE GEAR WANTEDA

jo reserve fund 59,911,20 Ma'ance to be carried far-

ward to next account...41,768.36

Total Gross earnings for year ending 31st

Pecember, 1904 -* *****

Tenney, professor of the Tientsin Chinese College. The professor asked why he did not sign the document, and he said he did not like it because it took away all the privileges of the. The professor, spoke to. Hoover, -$114,298.51 | | company.

who replied that the second document would $233,303-10 be the ruling one,, Chong then said that if

Hoover

To-day's Advertisement

WANTED.

knowledge of TYPE:WRITING.

Apply to

they meant to hand by the supplementary AS OFFICE ASSISTANT & youth with $131,303.10 agreement it must be changed.

endeavoured to being him round to their way of thinking, but finding. Chang, im serviqua, gave vet to an expression of disgust, which Chang said would not bear repetition.

Total $233.33.10 Orat January, roos, the Capital and Reserve Fund will stand at follures. Capital

................................ ........... $3,437,180.00 Reserve fund...

200,000.00

Total ....... 52,627, 180.00,

Chief Manager.

Chief Accountant.

H. PINCKNEY,

C. Ewens,? Directors. G. C. MOXON,

The 8.3, Hanol, chartered by the Hongkong Salvage Syndicale, to go down and take the survey ng party, under Mr. J. Watt Jameso, the well-known salvage, expert, to view the renily large crowd of Chinese gathered on the on a rock in the Bay of Along, Indo- hing, GRO, W. F. PLAYFAIR,

French protected cruiser Sully, now aground. other side of the Course, all huddled together returned to port this morning to obtain further under 趄 imase of blue cotton umbrellas salvage gear, with supplies, and more men to apparently oblivious of the surrounding dis de te diving and coolic work. The trip both con fort. After the second race the attendance ways was very unpleasant owing to the bad in the stands increased somewhat. The band weather experienced, but the shivage party was of the 2nd Royal West Kent Regiment were enabled to get on board the Sully, and ex- accommodated in the stand above the weighingamine her, when it was found that she was in room and played a fins.selection of musiclying or a ledge of sharp rock, which had during the afternoon,

practically sliced open her side for nearly 85 feet, but as she had been considerably lighten- ed by the removal of so much of her gear and filttings, it was not anticipated that she would saatain any further damage, by bumping and grounding, as was at first feared. After taking in the necessary extra salvage geas, men, and supplies, the expedition, if the weather is fa- vourable, will proceed to the scene of the wreck again, and commence operations with- out loss of time.

quarters of a mile.

1. THE "ROSE" (Ur.-Presented. For all subscription griffins that have runat this meet- ing and not won a race, Weight for inches as per scale.

Unplaced ponies allowed 5 lbs. Entrance Aro to to to second pony. Three Mr. A. E. Griffin's Sport Royal 11st 1ib......

(Alderton) I Mr. W. Inglis' Eclipse, 11st. lb..............

(Inglis) a Mr. S. S. S's Prap's Nat, lost toibs.........................

(Vida) .3 Mr. Kleeblatt's The Laller, tost 12lbs......

(Gegg) o H. E. the Governor's Ching, 10st 13lbs......

(Johnstone) o Ching took the lead at the start, but going uphill Sto11 Royal overtook him, with Eclipse third. After being challenged at the village, by Erlipse, Sport Royal rounded the bend a length aliead, and coming aloog in fue style on the good ground won rather easily.

Time, 1.42 2/5.

Winner: $14.50.

'laces, 1st $8.40, 2nd $11.50. 1-THE JOHN PEET," UP-Presented. For all China ponies that have run at this meet- ing and not won a race. Weight for inches as per scale. Placed panies to carry ths. extra. Unplaced ponies allowed lbs. Off day' winners barred. Entrance Sio 'to go to second pony. One mile.

Mr. Ellis Radoorie's Somali, 11st 6tbs,

(Vida) Mr. Johnstone's Border Raider, 11st 6lbs..."

(Owner) 2 Mr G. Port's Sconish King, risi gibs...

(Lorton) 33 Mr. Buxy's La France Pose, jost ribs...

(Gegr) • M. Fau's Fiscal, 1 st tol...(Leslie) o The fie'd got away well together, ia France tose lending passing the stand for the first rime, with Somali second and Baider Raider LAT

This order was maintained until Black Rock was passed wh n Border Raider and Scottish King drew up. Coming down the straight a good race ensued between Sumila and Border Raider of whom the former won by bali a length,

Time 2.19

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From the Courier d'Haiphong, and l'Aven- erin de Tokin, which latter contains some good photographs of the Su'y as she lies on the rock, we learn that the vessel's position is one of extreme danger, inasmuch as she is suspend- ed ami ships on a rock. with a reat about 90 feet in her bottom, the rack where- in lles being only 75 feet length, while the ends she is overhung for a length of 174 feet with nothing for support. There is thus the greatest fear that, in case of heavy seas, or high winds, she may break up amidships and go to the hoitom in two halves. Our contemporaries also mention that the terms of the contract catered into with Mr. Jameson are 1,500 francs per diem, and 1,0:0 cos francs if the vessel is safety floated. All, however, depends on the weather. The vessel at present lies with a heavy list to port.

In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1900, we cert fy that all our requirements as Auditors have been complied with, and we report to the Shareholders that we have audited the above Balance Sheet with the from London. In our opinion such Sheet is books in Hongkong and the Certified Returns

full and fair, containing the particulars required by the Regulations of the Company, and is properly drawn up so as to exhibit a true and tarrect view of the state of the Company's affairs as shown by the books of the Company.

The Audit in London has been carried out as usual and certified by Messrs. Deloitte,

countants.

Dever, Griffiths and Co., Chartered. Ac

The London Accounts have been made up

made and audited to November 30th, 1994.

A. R. LOWE, CA] Auditors,

J. E. BINGHAM, FLA. (N.Z]{ Hongkong, 18th February, 1995.

THE CHINESE ENGINEERING AND MINING CO. CASH,

CHANO VEN-MAO'S EVIDENCE.

[Continued from yesterday.]

At the close of counsel's opening statement, the plaintiff was examined as a witness in sup. port of the same. His Excellency gave his evidence through Sir Walter Hillier, who acted as interpreter. He did not take the oath usually administered in our Courts, but made au affirmation standing erect and holding up his right hand. He did not go into the witness- box, but by the courtesy of his Lordship was accommodated with a chair upon the Bench, Sir Waller Hillier occupying the witness-hox. His Excellency gave his evidence with con- siderable animation and much gesture, and the fluency of his language constituted a thorough test of the capacity and proficiency of the The report of the directors to the fourteen to mer Chinese Secretary of the British Lega- ordinary annual general meeting of share-tion at Peking, Mr. Younger, K.C., was the holders, to be held at the offices of the Bank, examining counsel. Vitoria Buildings, Hongkong, on Saturday, 18th March, at noon, is as follows:--

THE NATIONAL BANK OF

CHINA, LD, AND REDUCED.

To the Shareholders, the National Bank of China, Limited, and Reduced.

Gentlemen, The directors have now the

Winner $116, Pinces 1st-$8.30, 2nd 17.70. 3-THE "KING" CUP-Tresented. For sub-pleature to submit to you the accounts and balance sheet for the year ending 31st Decem- 'scription griffins of the season that have run

at this meeting and not won a race. Weightber, 19^4.

for inches as per scale Placed po ies dur The reduction of our capi at having heen ing first three days 5 lbs. extra. Oday sanctioned by the count, the aurexed state- placed ponies not penalised. Off-day winment of assets and liabilities gives effect to the hers barred. Entrance $10 to go to second altered position. pany. One mila. Mr. Johnstone's. K O.S.B, 1st lb..........

(Johnstone) I Mr. D. Macdonald's Highlander, rist alb

(Alderton) Mr. Dry s lusts' Cake Walk rost Falbs ...... (Vida) Mr. Darius' Ocean, 10st izlbs.

(.ekg) o (ttobeitron) rer being barely half a length ahead.

This race producd a good finish, the win

Time 2.21 2/5. Winner $13 80.

Mr. John Peel's Berkely, 10st 12lb

Place tsi $8.ro and 2nd $88.

The gross profils are $233,03 10, which after deducting all charges, allowing for bad. and doubtful debts, leaves a balance of $14,598.51, from which has to be deducted (67 0 $7,619.05 payment to Founders and $5,0:0.00 she probabile costs of petition for re- 3duction of capital, leaving a clear balance of

$101,679.46. This, under re-ent circum Vances, the board do not recommend should heid in dividend but that $91.10 be of added to the reserve fund, making it $20,000 and the balance $ 1,768.26.carried forward to

THE VISITOS CLP-Presented. Value $250. For China l'onics s⋅ b cription griffins of this season that have run at this meeting anime won a race. Weight for inches 5 per scale. Usplaced ponies allowed 5lbs Off-day winners barial Entrance $10 to go to second pony. Five furlongs, Mr. Worthy's The Spintle, rist. "tib.. (Vida) | Mr. A. V. Ápcar's Cebu, rist. alb (Gegg) 2 Mr. Magp e's Soup Ment, 1151, 2lb.

(Humphreys) 3

Eight started Spiele on the rails came away alone after entering the straight, and won.

in a common canter.

*Time 1.25 2/5 Wimer: "Sil.20.

Places st: 16.30; 2nd, 59.90; 3rd, $18.70, An execution took place early yesterday" TIEN CHONG CUP-Value $ 50. Present

morning at the government execution ground, Tin Si da Tou, where six Chinese were be headed for various crimes The-e executions are public, and it is surprising to see the nut. ber of onlookers, especially Chinese, who even go so far an to laugh and jeer at the poor, un fortunate victims.

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PIRACY

The authorities are taking measures, to pre- vent the recurrence of these marauding des- peradoes, and up to the present they have been successful as Dot one report this month has come to notice. At different stations on the river, guard boats are stationed and it seems as if the pirates have moved to some other place, or are lying low until these boats are taken away..

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DANCF.

To-day being the anniversary of the birthday of George Washington, a dance is 16 be given. te-night at the Canton Club Theatre in honour of the occasion. Grøt pains have been taken

ed by G. B. Dodwell, Esq. For all griffins thai have run åt this meeting and not won a Weight for inches as per scale. A race, pany that has run secord in any race to carry. s extra. Third in any race 3lbs. extra. Penalties not accumulative. Unplaced ponles allowed gibs. Off day winners bar- red. Entrance Sto to go to second pony. Once round,

Mr. Buxey's Lamarque Rose, 11st 6b3......

(Gegg 1 Mr. Filis Kadoorie's Cascade, rist gibi........ (Vida) 2 Mr. G. H. Potts' Tuscan King, 11st ol......

(Alderton) 3 Six tarted. This was a gift for Buxey's stable, Lamarque Rose making practically all the running and winning very easily.

Time, 2.07 2/5... Winner, $39.1". Places 1st, $7.10; 2nd $5.40; 3rd $6,60. HONGKONG VOLUNTEER CORPS.

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next account.

After the general meeting the directors will take the opinion of the shareholders as to subscribing ional expital or calling up the unpaid bali, £2 per share,

Mr. Younger: When was the Chinese com- pany formed?

Witness: In the fourth year of the reign of Kwong Hsu (1878). It was formed by the. Viceroy, and the decree was issued three years later,

When did you first meet the defendant, Mr Moreing-In the third year of Kwong Hon (1877).

When were you appointed director of mines? the fifth moon of the 24th year of Kwong Hsu (1898).

As to the loan of 1,210,000, witness said that, in spite of the agreement, up to june, 1900, he only received between £60,000 and £70,003 Asked as to his arrest by a British naval officer. Chang said this was at the time of the Hoxer rising.he station at Tiemsin was burned and he took fuge in the Foreign settlemen', where he was arrested. When in prison Mr. Detring visited him every day. He told him that the position was extremely critical, that the fate of the Legations was lianging in the balance and he advised witness to hand over the property for him to dispose of. The mines were in danger of confiscation. At that time Dering was not officially connected with the company, but was in the position of being a friend of his Excellency, and as such was deputed during the Japanese-Cl-a war to

The perinden director, Mr. Chan Ka Shan, vacated his seat and Mr. Kwan Fong Kuk was elected an ordinary director in his place. Mr. Ewens was re-ele ed a director in the place of Mr. Harston and on the depar-assist in the promoting and conduct of the ture of Mr. Julius Focke in Swatne Mr. affurs of the remnany. Chang was sub. Harston was re-elected; these changes wil sequently released from prison, and be then went to Sbargħai, where Huover met him, and req ire your confirmation.

wished him good-bye, as erting that he was going in London. That was on the 14th day No docments were of the seventh moon.

in jan., 1994. Ha wer returned shown him. in China with De Womers, and they saw witness in Peking. oover said everything had been arranged satisfactorily, in England, and asked witness in sign angerment; but he was referred in Me. Detsing. De Waels

Str. Marston retires in rotation from the head ffice board and being eligible for re-election offers himself accordingly.

You will be asked to elect Mr. Horace Mocalia to the London committee in the place af Mr. John Battery, who does not seek re- election,

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Witness then cut an amusing figure by endeavouring to explain by gesticulation the nature of the expletive, which, however, was only understood by the interpreter.

·Court adjourned amid much laughter.

The

THE HUNG CONG& WHAMPOA

"DOCK CO., LD. Hongkong, 25th February, 1905.

FOR SALE ----

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(EST "HEMMOOR* ČEMENT, to arrive

muvements caused some merriment, and the BS.S. "ABERGELDIE, about and March.

[To be continued.]

HE new extradi ion law for the Philippines recently passed by Congress is to be made use of for the first time in taking bick to Manila, Juin Montaner, the alleged embezzler, fram Singapore, where he is now under arrest,

To-day's Advertisements.

NAVY. CONTRACTS, 1903-1906.

Se received by the VICTUALLING STORE OFFICER, H. M. VICTUALLING YARD, until Noon on. TUESDAY, the 14th March, for the undermentioned articles:--

BISCUIT.

~EALED TENDERS, in DUPLICATE, will

be

HREAD, SOFT.

FLOUP.

BEEF, FRESH,

VEGETABLES.

POTATOES.

RICE

SUGAR.

Forms of Tender, and particulars as to quality, etc., can be obtained on application.

Samples of Biscuit, Flour, Nice, and Sugar, proposed to be supplied, should accompany Tender.

The right to reject the lowest or any Tender is reserved.

WM. HOGARTH,

A. H. RENNIE,

2. Chaler Roid.

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Hongkong, 25th February, 1905.

Entimations.

YOU WANTS

PROVISIONS

AND

WINES

IN

1905.

GET YOUR SUPPLIES

FROM

Victualling Store Officer. A. CHAZALON & Co.

14. M. Victualling Yard,

Hangking, 2nd February, 1905.

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GOVERNMENT NOTIFICATION.

INFORMATION has been received from the Military Authorities that GUN PRACTICE will be carried out as under-

On WEDNESDAY, 1st March :-

From Pak-shawan, towards entrance to Junk flay, al ranges of 600 to 4,000 yards, commencing at 9:30 AM, and finishing at 11 A.M.

On FRIDAY, 3rd March :--

From Sywan and Pak-sha-wan, towards entrance to Junk Bay, at ranges of 600 to 6,000 yards, and foɔ to 4,007 | yards, respectively, commencing at 930 AM. at Sywan and continuing at Pak-sba-wan ihereafter, and finishing

nt 11 A.M.

The weather is unfavourable on either of the above dates, Practice will take place on the

ollowing day,

keep clear of the range.

All ships, junks and other vessels are to

L. BARNES-LAWRENCE, Captain, R.N.,

Harbour Master, &c. Harbour Department,

Hongkong, a5th February, 1905.

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IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINE. NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD, BREMEN.

STEAM FOR SHANGHAI, NAGASAKI, HIOGO AND. YOKOHAMA,

HE Imperial German Mail Steamship

* PRINZ REGENT LUITPOLD," Capt. R. Kirchner, dete here with the outward German Ma 1 shout WEDNESDAY NIGHT, will leave for the above places about 12/24 hours after arrival,

NORODEUTSCHER LLOYD, For further Particulars, apply to

MELCHERS & Co,

Agent.

13 Hongkong 29th February, 1975.

INDO-CHINA STEAM NAVIGATION

COMPANY, LIMITED.

FOR MANILA VIA AMOY.

said he represented the Belgian shareholders THE Company's Steamship

* YUENSANG" Clam P.. Rolfe, will be despatched as above, on WEDNESDAY, the 1st March, at

in the concern. On Feb. 15,0 1, Witnes returned to Fieisin, and he saw Mr. Deviny. Hoover and De Wouters subseqiruly told witness that the rangements made in Ionian provided for his continuance in the position (P.M. director-general of the company, and that the company would be continued as bef re do ument was produced but witness declined to sign it.

For Freight, apply to

JARINE, MATHESON & Co

General Managers. Hongkong, 25th Febranty, 1995. ¿ [789

FOR ROB AND YOKOHAMA.

E Steamship

The accounts at the head ffice have been audited by Mr. A. R. Love, chartereil ac- The Luer was appointed owing to Mr. R. C. countant, and Mr. J. E. Bingham, F 1.4. (N.Z.). Wilcox leaving the Colony. Messrs. Deloitte, Paver Griffiths and Co., chartered accountants. audited the London accounts as usual.

Your obedient servant,

G. LWENS,

Chairman, Hongkong, 18th February, 1903,

Mr. Younger: Why did you decline? BLANCE SHEET; 31ST DECEMBER, 1994. Witness said the clauses were not in accord

Liabilities,

with his instructions or intentions or the Authorised Capital:-

memorandum. When they were told this they 99.925 ordinary shares of £7 each LE99.475 replied that the decument was simply for regis

tration, and that the procedure would not be in Captain Kneisel, will be despatched for the accordance with the document. Witress still arve Pous, on FRIDAY, the 3rd March, al Issued Capital (at rs. 8d. to the $);- 40,453 ordinary shares of £7.

refused to sign, and the men went away. Next cach, 45 paid up; £202,265...$1,477,180.00 day they again called, and produced a supple. Reserve fund........

140,088.80 mentary agreement. After a discussion lasting Notes in circulation

359,025.00 the whole day they could not agree, witness 630,593 37 objecting on the ground that although they said 356.684.35 bis grievances were disposed of in the second document, he thought the supplementary docu- 164,938.45 ment was tantamount to the sale of the com

pany to the other side. (This exhibition of 368,125.47 shrewdness drew loud laughter.) Then they

Fixed depositsand current accounts Loans payable

Blis for collection and brunch

balances.ne Drafts, acceptances and endorse. ments (Bills re-discounted/......

T

4 P.M.

"SUEVIA”

For Freight, apply to

HAMBURG-AMERIKA LINIE, Hongkong Office. Hongkong, 25th February, 1905. [291

EXCURSION TO MACAO.

to decorate the hall, and it is hoped that it will meeting to be held at the Tai Hang range on Balance of profit and loss account 114.298.51 tried to frighten, him. They said that if he did T

be a very successful function,

23rd February, 1905.. *WASHINGTON " BALI.

PRIZE MEETING. Particulars have been issued of the rifle Saturdays, the 4th and 11th prox. The Com.. mittee is composed of M:jor Pritchard, Major Chapman, Capt. Skinner, Lieut. Northcote, The ball given fast night by the Canton Hance, Penning, Lapsley, Corp. Cameron, C. M. S. Logan, Sergis, Stewart, Andrew, "American" bachelors at the Canton Club Bombr. Watson, Troopers Potts, Macintyre, Theatre was very largely attended. Invita and Gunner Darby, with Major Pritchard nad ticas were seat out to all local married cou. Lieut. Nerthcote, hon. secroisaties. The com- petitions will be open only to those members

Assets,

HE Splendid Steamer

"YING KING,"

not sign, the British, American, and Belgian Total.........$4,570,93195 Ministers would go to the Chinese Foreiga

Office and crush him. Witness sull refused, Captain Page, will make an EXCURSION

Government securities (£27.300.0.0 Cash on hand and at bankers.....$339,:00 8o asserting that he would never assign to them TRIP TO MACAO, on EVERY SUNDAY, property which belonged to a number of leaving the Company's wharf at the end of Chinese merchants, So they went away Wing Lok Street, at 8.30 &.M., and returning at 1/11 9/16)...... Bill receivable, loans and advances 2,736,616.0)

again. On the next day they tried to from Macao at 7.30 P.M.

The Steamer will lay alongside the SS Bills for collection receivable and

get over him by saying that similar branch balances...... 1,216,048.09 procedure had taken place in connection with Perseverance's wharf at Macao.

Chinese steam navigation company during a

FARE:: war between France and China.

+

278,068.97

10,000.01

Total.....$4,570,933.95

PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT, Year ended 31st December, 1908. – Charges, directors' fees, salaries, etc;5119,004.59]. Amount to be paid to

ples and nearly all residents on the Shamico, who have done the necessary number of drills Furniture.................cor_ and only a very few failed to attend. The to make them efficient, but this does not apply theatre was elaborately decorated by Shelby.to the members of the Troop or to any mem A large portrait of Washington was exhibited bers of the corps who have joined since in a prominent part together with the cross | November tst last, who must have done a axes. The hall was festooned in the three sufficient number of drills to the satisfaction of colors and an electrical device: in red, white the Commandant. Prizes have been presented and blue, with a central festoon and a large by H. E. Sir Matthew Nathan, Hon. Sir C. P. axe hanging therefrom was exhibited, The Chater, Mr. . R. M. Smith, Major C..G. Prit ball was undoubtedly one of the best that has been given on Shamien, and will not quickly -be forgotten,

chard, Mr. H. N. Mady, officers of the corps, Messrs. Watson & Co., and Mr. G. H. Petts, the Ladies Nomination prizes being given by

founders shareholders £75200 at 1/11.04 $7,619.95 Probable cost of petition

for reduction of capital $,000.00

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Mr. Younger: A ho were the four men? 1st Class Single Ticket $1.00, with Cabin $3.09

Return De Wouters, Hoover, Letring, and White-

?! $3.00,

$5,00 Cooper. There was a beated discussion, and

Tiffin and Dinner may be had on Board' matiers became rather warm. (Laughter.)

at $1 each meal. There was a row, and the parties left the room one by one until only White-Cooper was left to argue with his Excellency."

Did they return on the fourth day?—Yes; and they brought a supplemental agreement. Hoover went away; and returned with Mn

YUK ON & Co., LD...

··S. A. NORONHA, Macao Agent.

Hongkong, and September, 1994.

(SUCCESSORS TO

G. GIRAULT

6, QUEEN'S ROAD CENTRAL,

Opposite Connaught l'otel.

Who are Suppliers of High Class

Wines, Spirits and Provisions,

French Bakers,

Navy Contractors,

and

Commission Agents..

BRANCHES : HONGKONG, SHANGHAI, HANKOW.

130 Hongkong, 22nd February, 1905.

THE POPULAR.

SCOTCH

IS

"BLACK & WHITE"

JAMES BUCHANAN & CO.

SCOTCH WHISKY DISTILLERS. By Appointment to

EM. THE KING.

"arid

HRH the PRINCE of WALES

Supplied at all the LEADING CLUBS and HOTELS; "and" be obtained from [16 | the principal Stores

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