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Intimation.

Powell's

ALEXANDRA

BUILDINGS.

ARE

NOW SHOWING

the latest production in British

CARPETS

in the

most exclusive designs & colourings,

Jute Art Squares

for Bedrooms, from $9.50.

Kensington Art

Squares,

in 3 sizes, frih $18.75.

Kidderminster Squares,

all wool, Special Thick Quality,

TH

THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH THURSDAY DECEMBER 31 1908.

Auction.

PUBLIC AUCTION.

"HE Undersigned have received instructions

to sell by

PUBLIC AUCTION,

FOR ACCOUNT OF THE, CONCERNED,.

00

· TUESDAY,

the 5th January, 1909, at 2.30 PM, at their,

Sales Rooms, No. 8, Des Vœux Road,..

corner of ice House Street, SUNDRY VALUABLE HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE,

Comprising

SILK TAPESTRY-COVERED DRAW ING ROOM SUITE, TEAKWOOD WARD. ROBES with DEVELLED GLASS, MAR- BLE-10P WASHSTANDS, DINNER WAGGONS, Single and Double IRON BEDSTEADS and BEDDING, CROCK ERY, GLASS and EP...WARE, CARPETS, ED RUGS, PICTURES, CANTON CARVED BLACKWOOD WARE, COUKING STOVE and UTENSILS, &c., &ei;

ALSO

COMMERCIAL.

WEEKLY SHARE REPORT. Reviewing the share business for the week, Mesir.. E. S. Kadooris & Co. write this

AfterDOON:

The wack under review hat not bean markad by any special feature, and business continues dall, though a fow"stocks show hardening tendency, and rates generally remain steady.

· A. comparative statement of values of the principal stocks on December gist for the past ten yours is appended, which we think will be

of interest to our reader.

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constituents locally and abroad, a Happy and We take this opportunity of wishing all our Prosperans New Year."

Baoks-Hongkong and Shanghai, Banks continue on offer at $845. Though the Lon- don rate has advanced · in ̊ £81.10/-after drop Piog during the week to 81.17.6 the local rate' has not responded,

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SHIPPING AND MAILS

MAILI DUK

Canadian (Empras of Japan) ist prox ¿French (Sydney) 4th prox..., de Indian (Gregory. Aßcar) 4th prox. Indian (Fooksang) 6th-prox., *

· German (Prins Sigismund) 6th prox. Indian (Kumuang) 10th prox.

The un. „Skimosa arrived at New York on 15th inst,

The B. & A. Co. 1.4. Barters from Sydney, &c., left Port Darwin to-day, for Timer, Manila and this port.'

The Imperial German Mai! 10. Manila, which left hors-wo 4th inst, arrived at Sydney

on 29th inst., p.

The Apcar Co.'s an. Gritory Apear from Yokohama, Kobe and Moji left Moji yesterday afterasen, and may be expected bere on 4th prox, at daylight.

The M. M. Co's 1.3. Sydney with the French mail of the 6th lost, and mails from London „of the 5th inst, will leave Saigon on 1st prox, Marine Insurances-Yangtzes have advance tam, and may be expected to arrive here on 4th pros, and will leave for Shanghai and ed to $175 and are wanted, Cantons are un-Japan on the same afternoon,

One COTTAGE PIANO by The Robinson changed at $195. Unions are weak and ob Piano Co.

· TERMS :—As usual.

Catalogues will be issued.

HUGHES & HOUGH, Auctioneers, Hongkong, 2th December, 1908,

(1124

Intimations.

Jaíunbic at $832). ?*

Fire Insurances.-China Fires have been 'sold at the reduced rate of $105. Hongkong

Fires have sellers at $jas.

THE WEATHER.

The following report is from Mr. F. G. Figg Director of the Hongkong Observatory:|—— Shipping-There are no changes to record.

On the 31st at 11.55 8.-The barometer bas Refineries. Chins Sugare remain steady atrizen considerably over Japan and N. Chion. 52. Perak Sugars have advanced to Tis go, with buyers. Lazans have declined to $18

*

at which rate there are sallers,

Mining Chinese Engineerings are firm at

INTERNATIONAL SLEEPING GAR | TIs, 171 and Raubs are obtainable at $84.

and

EXPRESS TRAINS (0,

(THE

GREAT TRANS-SIBERIAN ROUTE

HAV

TO EUROPE.)

AVING been appointed, AGENTS for the above Company, we shall be pleased to give any information as to rates of passage, &c., in connection with above.

SHEWAN, TOMES & CO.

..: Agents.

Hongkong, stat Tole, rset,

DON'T BUY

2

ELSEWHERE BEFORE YOU CALL AT

4

FRENCH STORE

(Opposite ASTOR HOUSE).

*NOW SHOWING

A Large and Fancy Assortment of The Best FRENCH TOYS, DOLLS,

TOM SMITIPS CRACKERS,

CADBURY'S CHOCOLATE,

PERNOT BISCUITS,

3 by 4 yds....

*$87.60

3} by 44 yds...............

..$60.00

by 5 yds.....

..$65.00

&C. *cc., &c,

Hengkong, 21 November, ros8.

i:

A Large Variety of

Velvet Pile Squares,

from 9ft, by 6ft. to 15ft. by 18ft., from $35 to $200.

Seamless Axminster

Squares,

in Artistic Designs,

3 by 3 yds. 3 by 33 yds. 3 by 4 yds. 31 by 4 yds.

4 by 5 yds. 5 by 6 yds.

from $50 to $275.

Hearthrugs

to match.

POWELL'S

Carpet Department,

First Floor, ALEXANDRA

BUILDINGS.

söch December 1908

D. NOMA,

PROFESSIONAL TATTOOER

ANO

Docks, Wharves and Godorus Kowloon Wharfs show so improvement, and are now inquired for at $15 Hongkong and Wham- poá Docks are out of favour, and are obtain. able at 5go. Shanghai Docks bava bayers at TIE 75

Luods, Hotels and Buildings-Hongkong Hotels have advanced to $34 closing in de | mand. Hongkong Lands and Humphreys Estales bare sellers at $91 and respec |tively.

Cotton Mills-All the Northern mills have advanced, internationals to Tls,67), Lan Kùng Mows to Tls. 7% and Soy Chess to 286. Ewos are in demand at Tls, 76. Hongkong Cottons are offering at St.

Miscellaneous, China Providents have changed hands at Sto Ices have declined to. Szza with sellers. Electrics have been sold at $18.

Exchange.-The Bank's selling ralé on Lon- don is 1/8 13/16 on demand. The T./T. rate on Shanghai 1 758.

Dividends Payable.-Shanghai. Dick and Engineering Co. interim of 'Tis 24 payable on 4th January,

German-Han) T.). Indla T. T......

The depression is moving away over the Pacific to the N.E. of Japan, and a high pres

sure ares now.covers N. China.

Gradients are steeper along the China coast, and strong monsoon will prevail in the Formosa Chaquel and the China Sea.

Hongkong Rainfall for the 24 hours eading at to a.m. to-day, 0.00 inches.

FORECAST t-Hongkong and Neighbourhood, N.E. winds, fresh to strong; fair.

2-Formosa Channel, same as No. 1.. 3.—South coast of China between Hongkong- and Lamocks, gamme at No. 1.

4-South coast of China between Hongkong and Halons, sama at No. 1.-

DOOK RETURNS.

HONGKONG AND. WHAMPOR DOCKS, H.M.S. Virago at Kowloon Dock Triumph... H.M.S. Fame

H.M.S. Janus Michael Jebsen..... Masdal

Tarango......

-Fri

'finimuoecon

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Cosmopolines Aberdeer

CHINA COAST METEOROLOGICAL REGISTER. December goth, 1908; a.m.

nr. Th. Hu, Wind Wi.. Vladivostock.7" a.m.29.88; 373; ME |o| b Nemuro Hakodate

130,16 30,21 30.21. Bonin Is........ 2993 Chefoo...................6 km 30,12| Weihaiwel... m. 30.35 Hankow..... am 30.33 18 Kinking... 130.31

TODAY'S EXCHANGE

· Salling. London Mack T............

Do, demand.. Da. '44-monibs' night France--Bank, T.T. America-Flank T.T.

930- 1965

NW

NW

..1/8 13/15

T18 15/18:

Tokio ......... Kochl Nagasaki...

[19.75

19

19.99

BW

Kagoshima...

(30.17)

137

45

Ushima....... Naham ...1.77 Ishigakijima. * ***130

10. demand.

735

Thangbae'. T.

........75

Lustige Bags

Tec H.K: Stop

74

.....841

*

Starp Peak... Gutelaff

30.37

M

12

30.32

Amoy .........6 am.30.20

it'9 1/16 19 3/16

Swatow Taibako..... Tainan.......!

30.1

m.30.21

Taichu.........

N

441

Kohun

lawyer Mark T.T. .......... sis...34

pronte at nigne,

Amnaths slee}{C}

1. danar giyht She Findes & New York...43 # 4 monenstrualit

Jn.

30 dursts(214 Spånge &- 26-sonene ...1.9 5'16

¢

4 Münchenishi. Wentice

4 months' sight Germany

Bar Silver -

THE EXPERT REMOVER OF TATTOQ.Bask of England rate.

MARKS,

No, to QUEEN's Road, CENTRAL

PATRON. H. The Duke of York, and ATRONISED by Prince of Wales, then

H. R. H. The Emperor of Russia, and baving 4.500 testimonials from all sources.

My 34 years' experience in tattooing is a guarantee of good work and prompt execution. My colours are absolutely fast and perfectly barmless, and produce a charming effect not attained by any other, as their composition is only known to me. In tattooing. uolike some species of engravings, care must be taken to baye the work done, in a perfect, high tobed manner. In order to take special precaution against possible dangers, i use fresh materiais daily.

The copying of Portraits with distinct - minuteneis a speciality......

Hongkong, 1st September, 1028,

(R04

THERAPION MAY NOW ALSO BE OBTAINED IN DRAGEE (TASTELESS) FORM.

A BROKEN-DOWN SYSTEM

This is a condluon for disease) in which doción TİVE MEYRARen, but whichipwof-thorn-realiy— Understand. Ilissimply weaknoza-a. break-down. krit were, of the vital forces that sustain the sys.

· Lem." No matter what maybe its cauame (for they are almost numberless), ita symptoma are backtbe artist Bàn bar preinout bằng ping thành sense of prostration or wearinent, dapes are of epinti and want of energy log all the y tra Affairsofle, Now, what alous la absolutel, wezi ---Valing?) sach casento inerrated vitality—ė. VITAL STRENGTH & ENK 30 thrum of these marbild Feelings, and expe proves that as might encceeds the day thải là more certainly secured by a custos of THE NEW FRENCH REMEDY'. THERAPION NË 3 ·

BY

than by any other ke wa combination. Be suril sa in fe siken in accordance with, the printed directions accompanying it, will the shattered acaith be restored.

THE EXPIRING LAMP OF UFE

» LIGHTED UP AFRESH,UNA Any a now existence impacted in pisca ói waay had so latry commed war.pal, ""used up," and valsolon. This wonderful modicument VE PROBİY Tigetable and innocuona, is agreeable to the taxta -suitable for all constitutions and conditions, in alther set; and it là difficult so irongios a cans of dleease or daringement, whose malo features are thom of debility, that wi}) noi be speedily and permanently bonuffed by tals movie-falling rges nerative essence, which is desunod to cast isla Akilivion everything that had preceded it for thi De widespread endnumerous classɗfkumamailmanta.

la sold by 1

THERAPION

Chradlia throughout the world. Frics In England, 19 perpackat. Purchassen should see that the work Thularion) - appears on, Heitka Governan) Mamy lie walia Lekkers on a rad ground) alfaad) in evicy packaga ky order of Ells Arajmay's stand Comulmanes, and without which it Valorgaj

Gold by all Chemists.

Sovereign-studo moral vermogen

...2.24

...2.94

.1.81%

Shanghai.m.30.39

| Pescadores....] -

Garton9 8.00.139.7 Haaghoogteam. Victoria Paik

Gap Rock

.....234) Macao....assaam!

W

212 Wuchow..... 2.3.

11.50

FORUM QUOTATIONS. To-day's tions are as follows

Per picul

Malwa Naw

Old

11

Older

"

11

Oldest

Paroa New

Old.........

Henares New

* Old

гt

Persian (Paper!

CRICKET.

Hollow

Pakho

Phallon ......

Tourzne

C. St. Jamer. Aparri

.@ 1,120/1,250 | Manila....................... 1,265/1,300 Legasp!.....

Bacolod.....

lolio.

Labuan

.@ 1,310/1,325

Per chest A.1,120

@ 1,130

1,050

ليم

#1

Im 30.

o am 29.96

a.m 29.91

2.1.

NNE

на

39.87 29,88 81

NË

-129.7883 December 31st, 1908, am.. Vladivestock. m₤30031 8:57 Nemuro 6: am₤19 57;

Hakodate.... 129.81

870/500

Tokin

HONGKONG CRICKET 'CLUB V

·UNITED SERVICES,

A rejyra match will be played between the above teams to-morrow and day after, com mencing on both days st 11 am." The follow- ing players will represent the ClubR. Hancock, H. Hancock, W. C. D. Tamer, T. E' | Pearce, A. E. Lanning, A. O. Lang, R. E. O. Bird, A. A, Claxton, E. A. Fowler, C. E. Shields. ́and A, P, Dashwood,

Kochi

Nagasaki Kagoshima.. Oshima

Naba Ishigakijim.

117

F

129.99

130.25

(0.27-

30.27

'L

30 28

130.25

30 28-

m

m. 30.52

13042/46

in

30.31 65 M.E.30.20 60

30.17 a.m (39.20 30.17

Benin JF...... Chefoona ð 19 Weihaiwel „/19 - 8.0. Hankow Kisklang Stanghal. Gutzled ..... Sharp Peak... Amoy Swatow Taihoko .. Taicha....... 'CRAIGENGOWEN C. C. 1. MR, A. O. BRAWN'S XI.

*Talnau * Thịs match will take place on the ground of

Kashan.***** ibe, former Club...on Saturday next.com.

Pascadores... mencing at 2.15 p.m. The Craigengower team. Canton 9.30,26 will be composed of the following:-L. E. Hongkong 10a.m.30.24 62) Lammert (capt.), G. A. Hancock, H. L. Ma Gap Rock

Victoria Feat demos, R. Pestonji, R. Basa, J, D, Noria A Macao Orman, J. D. Kinnaird, J. W: Stewart, L. A..] Wuchow..............9 km. Rose and P. Curry,

Holbow Pakbol..... Paulian....... TOUTEDO

Steamers Exposted.

Youis

N

H

0.14

་

[30.03

11

11

M

#

It

O St. James From Açenis

Apart 5 am. Manlia Nyants Singapore. P. &O, Co. Jan.

Legaspin Emp. of Japan, Shanghai, C. P; R=Co|jad: 1 Bacolod ...... 9. m. Mongolia Japan...... P. M. Co... Jan. 4 Ilo lo...... Sydney....... Singapore. M. M... 4 Coa Sado Maru.... Shangbai... N. Y. K........lan... 4 | Labar.......... Wakamiya M, Singapore. N. Y. Ki.... Isn. 'Faskung, Singapore. I., M. & Goj Jan. P. Siglundi, Sydney ..... M; & Co lep, Tenyo Maru Japanu. T; K. K. Jan. Kamsang Calcutta, Jy M. & Co an. 10 Ksgeshima M. Bombay.... NeY. K... Jan. 15

4 F

Barometer Temperatura

30.12

Ham

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Intimations

OF THE MULTITUDES » who have used it, or are now using it, we have' never heard of any one who have besa dis" appointed in No claims are made for It except those which are amply justified by.ox. perience. In commeading it to the afflicted we simply point to its record. It has done great things, and it is certain to continue the excel lent work. There is-wa'may honestly affirm no medicine which can be used with greater and more reasonable faith and confidence. It sourishes and keeps up the strength during those periods when the appetite falls and food cannot be digested. To guard against imita tions and substitutions, our "trade mark is put on every bottle of Wampole's Prepara- tion," and without it none is genuine. It palatable as honey and contains the nutritive and curative properties of Pure Cod Liver, Oil, extracted by us from fresh cod livers. com. bined with the Compound Syrup of Hypophos phites and the Extracts of Malt and Wild Cherry Taken before meals it creates an appetite, aid digestion, renews vital power, drives out disease germs, makes the blood rich, red and full of constructive elements, and gives back to the pleasures and labours of the world many who had abandoned hope. Dr. S. H. McCoy, of Canada, says:

testify with pleasure to its unlimited usefulness as a tissue relied upon. It makes a new era in medicine, builder." Its curative powers can always be

is beneficial from the first dose and represents effective medical treatment of the twentieth century. "You can trust it as the Ivy.does the Oak. One bottle convinces. Watch carefully against imitations. At all chemists here and throughout the world:

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PABST BREWING COMPANY, MILWAUKEE

FRESH SUPPLIES ALWAYS KEPT IN STOCK

BY

& Co., SLEMSSEN

'Agents for Honakowa & South China, Hongkong, 29th file, 107,

GUNS~ ·

D"

IRECT from the manufacturers at lowest. prices. 12 bore Double Breechloaders from 30s each. Illustrated catalogue of latest model Shot Guns, Combination Guns, Sporting Rides, &c., post free. D. JAMES & REYNOLDS, George Street, Minories, Lon don, E.C. England.

LEE YEE

HAIR DRESSING SALOON

1886

HAS ALWAVE ON HAND CIGARS, CIGARETTES

AND

TOILET REQUISITES

FOR SALE.

*11, D'AQUILAR 'STKRET..

Howakong

Consignees.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES,

FROM CALCUTTA, PENANG AND SINGAPORE.

"HE Steamship

“---

#CATHERINE APCAR"

Consignees.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

THE P. & D. S. N. Ca's Steamar

"ASSAYE,"

FROM BOMBAY, COLOMBO AND STRAITS:

. Consignees of Cargo, by the above-named vessel are hereby informed that their Goods are being landed and placed of their rich in the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company Godowns at Kowloon, where sack consignment will be sorted out mark by stark and delivery can be obtained as soon as the Goods are landed.

This vessel brings on Cargo

From London, &c., ex S.S. Victoria, From Australia, ex 5,9, Moldavia,

From Persian Gulf, ex BLS.N. and B. &

· P. S. N. Co♫s Steamers,

Optional Goods will be landed here unleas instructions are given to the contrary before 6 hours

Goods not cleared by the 'gist Instant, at 4, will be subject to rent,

No Fire Insurance will be effected by me in any case whatever.

Damaged Packages must be left in the Godown for examination by the Consignet's and the Company's representative" at an appointed hour."

days of the steamer's arrival bare after which All Claims must be presented within tem dire they cannot be recognised.

No Claims wit be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns!

E..A. HEWETT,

Superintendent. Hongkong, 24th December, Tons,

"SUNDA,"

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

THE P. & O. S. N. Co.'s Steamer

FROM ANTWERP, LONDON, MALTA,

· PORT SAID, SUEZ AND STRAITS. Consignees of Cargo, by the above-named vessel are hereby informed that their Goods are boing landed and placed at their' risk-in-the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Company's Godowns at Kowloon, where nach consignment will be sorted out Mark by Mark,. and delivery can, be' obtained as soon as thá Goods are landed.

Optional "Goods will be landed hero unlea instructions are given to the contrary before, 6 hours.

J

Goods not cleared by the 28th), inst., ut 4 P.M., will be subject to rent,

No Fire Insurance will be affacted by me in any case whatever.

Damaged Packages must be left in the Godowns for examination by the Consignes's and the Company's representative at an ap pointed hour.

All claims must be presented within ten days of the steamer's arrival here after which date they cannot be recognised.

No claims will be admitted after the Gooda have left the Godowns,

EA. HEWETT,

Superintendent.

Hongkong, 1st December, rool

"BEN LINE OF STEAMERS,

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES.

S.S." BENVORLICH,"

FROM MIDDLESBRO', ANTWERP, LONDON AND STRAITS,

"ONSIGNEES of Cargo are hereby.

Cinformed that all Goods ssa, being landed

at their risk into the hazardous and/or extre bazardous Godowns of the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Co, Ltd, whence and/or from the wharves delivery may be obtained.

No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godownt, and all Goods remain- ing undelivered after the 1st prox, will be subject to rent.

All Claims against the Steamer must be pre-

having arrived from the above Ports, Consignees of Cargo are hereby informed that their Goods | sented to the Undersigned on or before the will be delivered from alongside.

Caryo impeding the discharge of the Vessel will be landed at once, at Čonsignees' risk and expense.

Cargo remaining on board after 4 P.M. of the grst instant, will be landed at Consignees' risk and expense.

Consignees of Cargo from SINGAPORE End PENANG are requested to take IM- MEDIATE DELIVERY of their Goods from alongside, auch Cargo impeding the dis charge of the vessel will be landed and stored. at Consigners' risk and expense,

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

DAVID SASSOON & CO., LIMITED, Agents.

2

Hongkong, 29th December, ron8.

f1120

"BARBER" LINE of SteamERS.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES..

* STEAMSHIP “SURUGA,” FROM NEW YORK AND STRAITS.""

CONSIGNEES 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

No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowas, and all Goods remain. ing undelivered after the 6th January will be subject to rent bad

All Claims against the Steamer must be pre- sented to the Undersigned on or before the 30th January, or they will not be recognized.

All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods are to be left in the Godowns, where they will be examined on the 6th January,' at 3 PAMU No Fire Insurance has been effected." Bills of Lading will be countersigned by

DODWELL & CO., LIMITED

Hongkong, 91st December, 1908,

7th prox, or they will not be recognited.

All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods are to be left in the Godowns, where they will be examined on the 31st isst, at IX'AM.

¿No Fire Insurance has been effected,

Bills of Lading will be canntersignad by GIBB, LIVINGSTON & O

Agents. Hongkong, 28th December, 1908 [izig

NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD, BREMEN.

IMPERIAL CERMAN MAIL LINE.

NOTICE TO CONSIGNERS.

THE Beamship.

*

"PRINZ EITEL FRIEDRICH,” 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 intothe'bazarious and extes hazardous Godowns of the Hong kong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown Com pay, Limited, at Kowloon, and West Poldi Godowns, whence delivery may be obtalands

No Claims will be admitted after the Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods ramaļu. ing undelivered after the 6th of January, 1909), will be subject to rest.

All broken, chafed, and damaged Goods ar to be left in the Godowns, where they; will We examined on the 6th of Janpary, at 9:39 A.M.,

All Claims must reach us, before, the,ruth of "January, fgcg, or they will not be recognised.

No Fire Insurance will be affected, Bills of Lading will be countersigned by the Undersigned.

NORDDEUTSCHER LLOYD,

Hongkong," yoth December;