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Shipping Steamers.

THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH MONDAY FEBRUARY 24 1908.

NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD, THE YOKOHAMA DOCK CO., Lo

BREMEN.

IMPERIAL GERMAN MAIL LINES.

FOR

NAPLES, GENOA,

TO BAIL

STEAMERS

ALGIERS,

KLEIST

cupiscais 2 WEDNESDAY, Capt. Rud Maya........................................ 4 P.M., 26th Feb., 1908.

GIBRALTAR, SOUTHAMPTON, ANTWERP and HAMBURG

MANILA, NEWGUINEA, BRIS-

BANE, SYDNEY, and BOURNE

MEL-

** PRINZ SIGISMUND”

Capt. v. Bincer

. Į TUESDAY,

5 P.M., 3rd Mar, 1908,

‹SHANGHAI, NAGASAKI, KOBE)" PRINZ LUDWIG "

and YOKOHAMA Y

KUDAT and SANDAKA)

Capt..v.. Binzer

No. 1 DOCK. Length inside 514 ft. Width of ⠀⠀ entrance, top 95 ft., bottom 75′ it. Water on blocks, 27.5 ft. Time to pump out, 4 hours,

No. 2 DOCK. Length inside, 876 ft. Width of entrance, top 80.5 ft. bottom 45.8 ft. Water on blooks, 26.5 ft. Time to pump out, "S ́hours.

THESE DOCKS are conveniently situated in Yokohama harbour and the attention of "Captaine and Engineers is respectfully called to the advantages offered for Docking and repairing Vessels and Machinery of avary description,

The plant and tools are of recent patterns for dealing quickly and cheaply with work and a large stock of material is always at hand, (plates and angles all being tested by Lloyda' ancrayon).

Two powerful Twis. Screw Cowboats are available for taking Vessels in or out of Block, and for taking Sailing Vessels in or out of the bay. The floating derrick is capable of lifting 35 tons,

Notices of Firms.

HONGKONG AND CHINA GAS CO

DIVING BELL UNION

ENGLISH COUPLE ACCEPT MAHOHETANISM.

The arrangements for the celebration of the Mahometnu wedding in a diving bell before M LOCAL SECRETARY dur Leaden Hippodrome audience are beleg com- pleted, telegraphe a Liverpool correspondent, Salified that all the conditions of the Islamic faith are being complied with, Sheik Quitllam, of Liverpool, the head of the Mussalmans in

R. J. MCCULBIN is appointed AG

-absence on léave of Mr GEORGE CI

JARDINE, MATHESON &

JAAR. Local Agents. 273) Hongkong, azed.February, 1

and

the British lales, is now ready to marry the INTERNATIONAL SLEELI coupin under circumstances unique in the history of wedding ceremonies in this country, Those who marry under the Islamic law have first to make a declaration, and this Sheik "Quillam is now in possession of

D'THE' BRIDEGROOM:

The prospective bridegroom ls, as we have already stated, William Henry Sark of Good

gest, London, W. He is described an a war correspondent for a French paper, and gives his age 26. Fathi-ud-Deen, meaning "delight, of the faith, is the Islamic name be bas adopted.

in

The young lady who is willing to be married a diving bell in Sybil Athelstan Smith, of May Lodge, Bexley-bill, Hertu. She bas as sumed the islamic name of Saadeta, which means "the happy onn,* *-

In their declaration, which reached SheikQull- tiam yesterday, (220d January), they say they Steam Launches of Steel or Wood, Lighters, S..el Buildings and Roots, Bridge accept the faith of talum to be the one and only Work, and äll kinds of Machinery are made on the premises.

true religion, "believing, as we do, that there i no God but Allah, the tice One, and that Tandon will be made up when required and the workmanship and material will be Mahomet (every blessing be upon him) is the

About TUESDAY,

"guaranteed.

3rd Mar, 1908.

("BORNEO

Capt. F. Sambill

Middle of March,

For further Farticulare, apply to

NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD,

MELCHERS & CO.,

GENERAL AGENTS, HONGKONG & CHINA.

Hongkong, 4th February, 1908.

WEST RIVER BRITISH STEAMSHIP

THE Steariers

COMPANIES.

HONGKONG WUCHOW LINE

"LINTAN” and “SAN-UI "-

·EAIL""FROM •HONGKONG TWICE A WEEK AND COMPLETE THE ROUND TRIP IN-6 Days. These steamers have Excellent Saloon Accommodation, and are Lighted Throughout by Electricity. THE CLIMATE ON THE WEST RIVER DURING THE WINTER MONTHS IS VERY FINE AND EXHILARATING,

For further information apply to-

Hongkong, 2nd November, 1907,

·

BUTTERFIELD & SWIRE,

AGENTS, WEST RIVER BRITISH S.S. COMPANIES,

The cost of Docking, and repair work, will ba [foued to compare favourably with that 'of any port in the world;

* Telephone: Nos. 376, 606, or 881. Telegrams, "Dook, Yokohama," Codes A. B. O. 4th and 5th Edt. Liebers, Bootta,« A. 1, and Watkins.

Yokohama, May 23rd, 19050-

(39

i

IMPERIAL BREWING COMPANY,

LIMITED.

PURE CREAM BEER.

For samples, and prices please apply to

inspired messenger and prophet,

The declaration is in Arabic and English, and is witnessed by three Massulmans.

OFFICIAL ARRANGEMENTS, Notices of the wedding havé been placed with a registry office in Londen, and as the Sheik is convinced that the young couple are in earnest, he is ready to fulfil his part of the ceremony.

When he enters the diving bell be will be wearing a white robe of the finest lawn, inter woven with real gold threads. On his head b will have a fer and turban. In the centre of the latter is a magnificent brooch, consisting of

EXPRESS TRAINS.

GREAT TR

(THE

NS-SIBERIAN RO

TO EUROPE)

HAVING been appointed AGENTS for the above Company, we shall be pleased to give any loformation as tomates of passage, &c, in connection with abore.

SHEWAN, TOMES & CO.

Agents.

Hangkong, sim fúly, 1007,”.

To Let.

TO LET.

FFICES and R OMS on the tat and and Floors of No. 14 Des Vœux Road Central (formerly occupied by Messrs. Shawan, Tomes & Co.);

Apply to

THE COMPRADORE DEPARTMENT, Jardine, Matheson & Co., Ltd, "Connaught Road Central. Hongkong, 2416 February, 1908.

TO LET.

41 ROAD, Apply to

(188

6 diamonds and pearls, worked so as to forma NO LEIGHTON HILL

the word "Salaam," meaning Peace..

* LANCET" LIBEL SUIT.

-VERDICT FÖR FLAINTIFF WITH £1,000

DAMAGES.

The action in which Mr. Augustus Qduckèo. | # bush Tucker, of Horse-hill, claimed damages against the Lancet" for comments in that journal upon the specific for the cure of asthma,. avented by his brother, was concluded on 20th ut the jury finding in favour of the plaintiff,

WINE GROWERS SUPPLY CO. with 1,000 damages. A stay of execution was

Hongkong, and October, 1997,

[17

REGULAR HONGKONG-CANTON LINE OF

STEAMERS

OF THE

COMPAGNIE FRANCAISE DES INDES ET DE L'EXTREME ORIENT,

$.5. “ PAUL BEAU,” 1,900 tona, 14 knots.j

85. "CHARLES HARDOUIN, 1,900 tons, 14 knots,

The spoodiest, most luxuriously appointed and punctual steamers on the line. Departure from Hongkong at 9.30 PM. (Saturdays excepted), Departure from Canton at 5.15 2.M. (Sundays excepted),

These superb steamers carrying the French Mail are fitted throughout with Electric Light

and Fans and wem specially built for this trade. Excellent cuisine.

The Company's Wharf is at the end of Wing Lok Street (Tram Station).

Canton Agents-Messrs. E. Parquet & Co.

For further particulars, please apply to--

Hongkong, 5th April, 1907. -

BARRETTO & CO.,

Agents.

JAVA-CHINA-JAPAN LIJN.

Regular THREE-WERELY SERVICE BETWEEN

JAVA, CHINA, AND JAPAN.

BARRETTO & CO.,

General Agents,

THE PHILIPPINES CARNIVAL

February 27th to March 3rd.

SPECIAL STEAMERS,

SPECIAL RATES.

A SPLENDID OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE AN

EXCURSION TO MANILA

AND SPEND

A WEEK OF GAIETY.

A WEEK OF FUN.

A WEEK OF SPORTS.

On or about GORGEOUS PROCESSIONS.

Second half

Feb. Second half ... Fab. Second ball

Steamer.

From

Expected on or about

Will leave for

TJIPANAS TJIKINI

JAVA

JAYA

Second half

Feb Second half Fab.

JAPAN

JAPAN

TJILIWONG..

JAPAM

Becond half

JAVA

.. Fab.

TJIMAḤI.....

JAVA

Second half

JAYA

Fab,

Mar.

THIBODAS

JAYA

First half

.Mar.

TJÍLATJAP...

JAYA

Second half

JAPAN'

JAVA

First half

Mar.

Man

Becond half Marc

Feb. First half

The Steamers are all fitted throughout with Electric Light and have Accommodation for

a limited number of Saloon Passengers, and will take Cargo to all Netharland India Ports en through Bills of Lading.

For Particular of Fraight and Passago,"apply to '

Telephone No. 375,

JAVA-CHINA-JAPAN LIJN.

YORK BUILDINGS, 3st door,

AMA

Hongkong, 13th February, 1908,

TRIN TING.

Dentistry.

METHODS OF DENTISTRY.

STUDIO AT. NO. 14, D'AQUILAR STREET.

REAIONABLE FEEL:

·Consulta'ion: Iran, Hongkong, work Tank/1001))

Dr. M. H. CHAUN, THE, LATEST: METHOD

AMERICAN SYSTEM OF DENTISTRY

ROAD CE

cons the Univainity of Pennsylvan

MAGNIFICENT PAGEANTRY.

MASKED BALLS,

Return Trip from Hongkong to Manila $50.00.

AS AD inducement to Hoogkong residents to gatrosise this important event, besides enjoy. ing a holiday of ressonable length, Masers, Showan, Tomes & Co, baya decided to despatch their steamer ZAFIRO for a special Carnival trip, loxying Hongkong at 4 7,2, on the afternoon of SATURDAY, the 22nd FEBRUÁRY. The ZAFIRO will reach Manila on Tuesday morning, and in order that the fall round of festivitias may be enjoyed they shall not despatch the steamér from Manila until' z'a,M. on the morning of Tuesday, the 3rd March, She will reach Hongkong again at daylight on Thursday, the 5th March.

The Passengers, should they so desire, may mako arrangements to remain on board daring steamer's stay in Minlia.}

granted.

HONGKONG AND KOWLOON LAND AND LOAN CO. LD. No. 8, Queen's Road West, Hongkong, 14th January, 1908, 19 Trad

..TO LETNISHED:

SIX-ROOMED HOUSE on Robiáson.

Road.

Apply to--

Clo Hongkong Tilegraph. Hongkong, 10th February, 1908, ·Tars

TO LET.

-HOUSE in KNUTSFORD TERRACE

KOWLOOK. Apply to

The case was heard before Mr. Justice Ridley. The plaintiff's complaint was that the

Lance!" described the asthma intaler specific A ns quack remedy. The defendant pleaded that the words complained, of wors, fair com

ment.

Mr. Idon Bankes, KC, (for the defence), called Mr. John A. Barroit, an English" þar. rister, and nixo a member of the New York Bar and of the Supreme Court of the „United”

THE HONGKONG LAND INVEST

·MENT & ́AGENCY GO, LD. Hoogkong, 1st February, 1908.

TO LET

NAUGHT ROAD, facing the Cricket

·Ground.

States Witness said he had been asked toFFICES OF TOP FLOOR, No. 1, COK familiariss himself with the law in the State of of Massachusetts with regard to the sale of proprietary medicines containing cocaine.

INADMISSIBLE EVIDENCE.

Mr. Duke, K.C. (for plaintiff), contended (bat such evidence was inadmissible. It was im possible to make the law of Mariachuseter relative in this case,

Mr. Justice Ridley: We know what the

·Pharmacy Acts are hera.¦

Special mangements have also been made by Messm, Jardine, Matheson & Co., Lid, and d

Hongkong, 17th February, 1908).

Mr. Bankes Our case is that the specific containing these poisons is dangerous,

Mr. Justice Ridley: That won't help you' if that is all, you lost your verdict.

Mr. Bankes: It is an element in the case, 1 submit this evidence as to the law of a State on that particular point is relative.

His Lordship: I don't think it is. Mr. Bankes, in addressing the jury, referred 10 the inquest held by Dr. Waldo-og the man Cushing, which bad inspired the article ob- facted to. The question for the Jury to decide 'was whether the writer was justified in stating that the view which Dr. Waldo expressed was correct

N

Counsel appealed to the Jury act to give ike plaintiff such damages as would be one of the finest advertisements to him, unless they were convinced that the plaintiff's system of trading

was a fair one.

PROFESSIONAL TESTIMONY.

A

Mr. Duke, replying for the plaintiş, asked how it could be claimed that the remedy was fraudulent when so many paople had come forward to testify to its efficacy.

Counsel also referred to the three hundred members of the medical profession who sup. ported the use of the specific. The ranson why nobody was produced who had been either poisoned or hurt through its use was because nobody had been poisoned or hurti

The jury, as stated; found for the plaintiff, with £1,000 damages.

SWATOW DRAWN WORK COMPANY, WELLINGTON STEKET,

Dealers in all kind of ́HAND-MADE DRAWN CHINESE, LINEN, GRASS CLOTH, &c.j all of the best quality; 'ALSO'

SWATOW BEST. PEWTER-WARE, CANTON EMBROIDERY and CHINESE LACES

all from the best French pasterns, HONGKONG AND SWATOW, Hongkong, 18th October, 1907,

No10, DES VŒUX ROAD CENTRAL,

1st Floor.

! HATHERLEIGH, Conduit Road,

A HOUSE in CLIFTON Gardans, Cons

duit Road:

OFFICES in YORK BUILDING. ́GODOWNS" in PRAVA EAST, - BLUE;

BUILDINGS, and No. 165, DES Vaux ROAD next to the Hongkong Hotel. FLATS ip MORETON TERRACE, Apply 10

1.

THE HONGKONG LAND INVEST. MENT &'AGENCY CO. LD. Mangkono, 6th February, 1008

TO LET.

NOS, MORRISON. HILL,

ONE FOUR-ROOMED HOUSE, PRAVA EART, gear East Point.

***Apply to-

ARDINE, MATHESON & Co, LD. Hongkong, 19th October, 1907,

Гва

TO LET.

4 100 Race Course within easy access to the A-ROOMED HOUSES in GAP ROAD Bear Lower Level Tramway. Rent very moderate..

FLATS for Europeans in WILD DELL BUILDINGS, ND. 147, Wanchal Road.ja

Apply to... TUA NGE

PERCY SMITH & SETH, Hongkong, 16th December, 1907.

TO LET.

ODOWN NG, 3, New Praya, Kennedy -Town..

Apply to THE HONGKONG LAND INVEST, MENT & AGENCY CO. LD, Hongkong, rat February, roo

TO LET

HOUSES IR AUSTIN, AVENUE, Kowloos,

Immediate Possession,

Apply to M

ED. SASSOON & CO,

Compradora Depangant, Hongkong, 19th January, 1908.'

FABST BREWING COMPANY \MILWAUKEE A

FRESH SUPPLIES

ALWAYE KEPT IN STOCK:

SIEMSSEN & Co,

OKONO 2. BOUTE CRINI

20th July, 1907