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PRIZE SHIPS.

• TWO CASES BEFORE THE COURT.

Elsbeth. Condenined and Rajaburi Detained,

The Chief Justice, Mr Justice Gompertz, sat in Admiralty Jurisdiction th morning

consider an application by Jacob Jebsen, claiming on behalf of] Rhedria M. Jabsen, A. G. in he the true and lawful owner of the s.s. Elabeh, ker tacklo, apparel and furniture, and for all losser, costs charges, damage and demurrage and expenses which have arisen, or which, may, or

of the seizure and sinking of the said ship as u prize.

ALIEN ENEMIES AFFAIRS

HONGKONG TELEGRAPH, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1914,

"VICTORIA THEATRE.

Return of the Great Duncan,

DAIRY FARM NEWS

WE ARE ALWAYS IN A POSITION TO SUPPLY YOU, WITH THE BEST OBTAINABLE

LOCAL & AUSTRALIAN MEATS,

Continued from Page 4.)

July, 1914, less any sum of money due by such olerk or servant to auch alian enemy, or to the trade carried on by him, or to the compradore of any ench trade Fifthly, all sums of money

ine to the Crown. Sixthly, all other liabilities bonse, went through a 2 bours' rutenbly "pari passu," programme of fun and mystery: whether duo. to persons which was most entertaining. within or without the Mr. Danean's exhibition off Colony..

hypnotism was as undeniably gon-

The Great Duncan, whose com- pany had a very successful season at the Victoria some few months ago, is paying a return visit to States. His company opened last the theatre on his way back to the SMOKED FISH,

night nud, before an excellent BACON,

SAUSAGES, HAMS; CORNED BEEF.

E

CORNED PORK,

We Import

AND

(12.) Subject to the provisions uine as it was clever. Having Rent ABSOLUTELY THE BEST TABLE BUTTER THAT, MONEY

the Ordinance every such the "Lady in White" into a trance, liquidator shall conform with any he invited the audience to put directions which may be given her to various tests, all of which

him by the Governor.

were gone through to everyone's

to

shall arise, by reason or twen 6.-1.) No person shall with- entire satisfaction. He then suc out the permission of the Gover-cessfully hypnotised half a dozen nor carry on or engage in the members of the audience who trade or any part of the trade sat on the stage and their. për previously carried on by any formances provoked no small alien enemy.

wonder and amusement among the spectators.

The Attorney General, the Hor. Mr. J... Kemp, instructed by the Crown Solicitor, Mr. P. M. Hodgson, appered for the Crown

(2) Any such permission may be given subject to such con-

Joe teed, the musical tramp,

THE

CAN BUY,

"DAISY

聲樂

TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS.

BRAND.

and Mr. Eldon Porter, instructed ditinina limit stions and restrictions proved as popular as ever in his FOR SINGAPORE, PENANG & CALCUTTA.

by Messre, Deaoun, Looker, as the Governor may think fit. Deacon and Harston, for the eluimant.

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The case was adjourned on its first hearing to suable the claim ants to certain whether recipro cal treatment was being recorded to British ships by frermany in

at sea in ignorance of the outbrisk of law.

singing, playing, patter and

(3.) If any person nels in any business," and was twice re- way for any former principal of called. Hia turn, of itself, is well such alien enemy, or corresponds worth going to see, even if who such alien enemy formerly nothing or deals with any person with the Duncan had trade relations, he shall be is rarely that

Company had

presumed to be carrying on the an artist who can combine the trade previously carried on by qualities of a real musician with

else

to offer. It One finds

The s.s. "SALAMIS

31st October,

For Freight and Passage apply to

the case. where ships were caug such alien enemy, unless he shall those of a low comedian, bat this Captain Gardiner, will be despatched as above on Saturday, the

prove to the satisfaction of the Joe Reed has done very success- magistrate or the court or the jury fully. Sorra, the "Sailor Alofe,"

the case may be that he has went through some intricate "bone fide" established new trade and wonderfully clever climb- relations with such principal or ing and trapeze work," and person without the intervention deserved every inch of the Hongk ng. 27th October, 1914. For assistance of such alien enemy tremendous applause which he aud that he is not trading in any yon account of or for the nay alion enemy. 7-(1). In any case in which

Mr. Potter read two telegrams. The first was sent on their behalf by the American Consul General in Hongkong and read The German merchant ship Elsbeth left last

port. before War. Afterwards captured at. .. 801 in ignorance of war. D. British authorities regard as liable to condemnation? Dous Article 10 of Order-in-Council of August 5

apply?" The reply received from the American Ambassador in London was:-

benefit of

got. So too, did the "Human. Bird"-Jack Owen-who showed himself to be a highly accom- plished siffleur. Amusing turna

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PUBLIC AUCTION.

it ja suspected that any offence were also given by Barton and under this Ordinance has been Muck, the two "Funay Fellows." THE Undersigned has received omnitted by any person and in Jany oase in which it is anticipated that any such offence is about to

"Please inform Consul General be committed by any person, a under sub-section (1) of this Hongkong in answer to telegram magistrate may on oath being section. of the 14th. to ni, that the cass made before him to that effect of the Germans ship Elsbeth autorise by warrant under his or neglects to produce any books (3) Every person who refuses comes within the purrow of and and seal, which my ba in or documents belonging to or the form ret forth in Form No. 1 under his control or in his pos Artiole 3 of Bague Convention which the British vornment in the Sobedule hereto, aux session or physical custody, or to does not apply since that article person or persons named in the give any information within his was reserved by Germany in aid warrant signing Convention of Article 10 of Order-in-Corneil August 10,"

Counsel said there were so other grounds, na far as he could eee, to put before His Lordship. on behalf of the claimants in the Case,

His Lordship:You abandon. the "claim ?

Mr. Potter-Yea

A loog. argument then ensued

as to the question of costs, and in the end, His Lordship made an order condemoing, the ship and reserred the question con- cerning the costs,

The

3.9. Rajaburi's Case.

The second case on the list) was that of these. Rajaburi, which was seized in the harbour on Augnet 5.

The Hon. Attorney General, instructed by the Orown Solicitor, appeared for the Crown, and Mr. Eldon Potter, instructed by Mr. W. E. L. Shenton, of, Mesare. Deacon, Looker, Deacon and Harston, appeared for the Nord- deutscher Lloyd, owners of and agents for the TORS).

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mitted:

every

instructions to sell by Public Auction on

FRIDAY

mencing at 11 am. at No. 14

the 20th October, 1914, com-

Humphreys Buildings (First Floor), Household Furniture,

A Quantity of Valuable

29th October.

On view from Thursday, the

Catalogues will be issued. Terms: Cash on delivery.

w

GEO. P. LAMMERT,

Auctioneer..

THE Undersigned has received

instructions from L. Bois seree Esq. to sell by Public MONDAY.

(6.) To inspect all books and person or persons authorised by knowledge, on demand, to any documents belonging to or any such warrant or order in under the control of any writing aforesaid to inspect such pereon by whom it is booke or documents or to require suspected or anticipated auch information, and that such offence has been or is about to be person who obstruete any inspec Auction on

com: tion search or seizure authorised the 2nd November, 1914, com- (b.) To require any person writing aforesaid, shall be deem-Residonce "Ahmet Villa" No. 43 by any such warrant or order in mencing at 2.30 p.m. at his whom he may considered to commit, an offence against Robinson Road, able to give any informa- this Ordinance. tion respecting the busi- ness or trade of any person by whom it is suspected or anticipated that such an offence has been or is about to be committed to give euch information:

(r. If accompanied by a police officer, or if himself a police officer, to search

Bach

any premises specified in the information as having been or being used in connection with business or trade: (d.) To seize and take posses sion of all books documents and things discovered in the course of any such inspection or search which may appear to fornish any evidence that any offence under this Ordinance bas been or was about to be committed':

(e) To do all such acts and thinge as may be reason- ably necessary for the purpose of effecting such

The Hon. Atorney General Bald that the order which bet would ask his lordship to make in the case was one of detention and not for condemnation." The case come under the Hague Peace Conference, Convention 8 article i 2. There was no opposition to the order, From the affidavit of the captain, His Lordship would (2.) In any caso in which by Beo that the solo owners of the reason of the apparent urgency ship were the Norddeutscher of the occasion it shall appear to Lloyd, on whose behalf the shipte impracticable to obtain such was claimed, and Bremen was warrant from a magistrate in its port of registry. The vessel time, it shall be lawful for the

Bearoh.

any offence against this Ordinance 8. Every person who commita shall be deemed to be guilty of a misdemeanour and shall be liable upsi onviction either summarily or on indictment to imprisonment

The whole of his Valuable Household Furniture

THE BANK LINE LIMITED, Agents,

PACIFIC MAIL STEAMSHIP COMPANY.

"FROM SAN FRANCISCO, JAPAN PORTS AND MANILA.

5.9. "MANCHURIA " The above mentioned. vessel baving arrived consignees of cargo are hereby notified to send in their bills of lading for coun-1 tersignature and take immediate delivery from the Company's godown at West Point. Cargo will be isnded immediately atcon.

Friday October 30th, 1914 at noon signeos' risk.

Cargo romaining undelivered. will be subject to charges and if undelivered

landing and storage charges. Monday, November 2nd, 1914 at 5. pm. will be subject to both

No Fire Insurance whatever

will be effected.

landing

aged cargo will be examined at All chafed and otherwise dam-1 the above Company's godown at West Point September 31st. 1914 at 10 a.m.

Comprising: Teak extension dining Table & Chaira, Teak Marble Top Side- bevelled Mirrors, Teak Hatstand, livery note or list of exceptions Tea Tables, Bookcases, Desks, taken at the time of delivery to No claim will be entertained boards and Dinner Waggons with unless accompanied by short de- months and to a fine not exceed 120 Chest Teak Flower Stande, behalf of the Pacific Mail 8.S. Co.. for any term not exceeding twelve leather covered Couch & Chairs, consignee and signed for and on ing five thousand dollars. Electric Table Fans, Teak Over-

instituted under this Ordinance Brass Fenders, Carpets & Rugs, wise they will not be recognized. 9. No prosecution shall be Mantels with Bevelled Mirrors, before Nov, 27th, 1914, "other- All claime must be filed on or without the consent of the Pictures, Glass & Attorney General.

Crookery

R. U. MORTON,

1

Ware, etc., etc. Wardrobes with Bevelled Glass

Agon't.

10. Nothing in this Ordinance Fine Teak Double & Single Hongkong, 27th October, 1914 effect the rights coutained shall be deemed to Doors, Teak Marble Top Wash- or remedies stands & Toilet Tables, Toilet

of any person against any alien Sets, etc., etc. the liabilitice of such alien ed Iron Bedsteads, Bathroom & enemy, except in so far as Double & Single Brass Mount- towards anoh person. by enemy may have been discharged Pantry Requisites, etc., etc. liquidator appointed under this Ordinance.

11. Any powera given undor ition to and not in derogation of this Ordinance shall be in add-

alien onemios or any other powere any other powers with respect to of His Majesty.

TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS.

TENDER. Tenders are invited as Care

also

A Quantity of plants in pots. Un view from Sunday, 31st October 1914..

Catalogues will be issued, Terms:-Cash on delivery.

GEO. P. LAMMERT.

Auctioneer. T

AUCTIONS.

By order of the Mortgagees.

Summit

SHAPE

60

40 CENTS EACH

6 FOR $2.26

Thare is a bold swoop to the front of this collar allowing ample room for a large knot tie.

The popularity of the large (sizo tie has omphasized a need for this collar.

MACKINTOSH

& Co., Ltd.,

MEN'S WEAR SPECIALISTS,

16 DES VOEUX ROAD.

WM. POWELL,

NEW

TELEPHONE 315

LTD.

SMART AND EFFECTIVE

AUTUMN GOODS.

DRESS MATERIALS.

DIRECT FROM

LONDON AND PARIS."

J. ULLMANN & Co.

The leading French Jewellery House. WATCHMAKERS, FANCY GOODS,

WATCHES

WRIST

OPTIOLANS.

"FOR LADIES & GENTLEMEN. GRAND ASSORTMENT OF BINOCULARS.

COLUMBIA

GRAFONOLAS

and RECORDS.

Tumble

SUPPLY YOU WITH MUSIC FOR EVERY MOOD.

"JELEWA

CLASSICAL, OPERATIC, SONG

and DANCE.

ANDERSON MUSIC CO.,

LTD..

SOLE DISTRIBUTORS. 6, Des Voeux Rd,

Tel, 1922.

BY SPECIAL APPOINTMENT TO THE IMPERIAL JAPANESE HOUSEHOLD DEPARTMENT.

KIRIN BEER

Mr. Geo. P. Lammert has Light Palatable and Wholesome.

ed instructions to sell by

PUBLIC AUCTION

оп

THURSDAY,

Eminently suited for this Climate.

the Exhibitions.

the 12th day of November, 1914 Won the Highest awards at all

at 3 p.m. at his sales room Dud-

dell Street Vistoria, Hongkong.

The Following

valuable Leasehold Property

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF situate at Victoria, Hongkong,

HONGKONG

IN BANKRUPTOY.

No. 17 of 1912.-

viz.

All those pieces or parcels of For Sale at all the Hotels and ground situate at Victoria afore-

Restaurants in Hongkong.

Ro Unoos Labbey Ahmad said and known and registered in Mobideen trading as Mohideen & the Land Office as. Section A of Company of No. 35 Queen's Road Marine Lot No. 118 and The arrived in Hongkong on Captain Superintendent of Police,

Central, Victoria, Hongkong. Remaining Portion of Marine Lot August 4 at abont 4 p.m., or the Deputy Superintendent of

Jeweller, at a pint Debtor. No. 118 together with the messu- just before war wae declared, Police, or any Assistant Super-takor and Caterer of European Notice is heroby given that the ages thereon respectively known from Bangkok, with a generintendent of Police, by order in Club in the Coteny. Applicants above named Debtor was on the al cargo on board. On the morn-writing under his hand, which desiring to tender apply to 22nd October, 1914 discharged. and Nos. 52 and 53 Praya East PRICE PER Hongkong Telo

Club" 0/0 **

ing of August 5 she commenced may be in the form set forth in graph" when conditions and contrging, the cargo and was Form No.2 in the Schedulo horoto, specifications will be furnished. Beized the same day by the on such grounds as he may think Copies of Testimonials must no detention officer;

fit and without any information company applications. Mr. Potter assented to an order being laid or sworn, to authorise being made for the detention of say person or persons named in

TO LET.

O LET NO. 33 Conduit Rond,

as Nos, 54 and 55 Praya East

Fresh Supplies by every Mail.

DOZEN QUARTS, DUTY PAID $12,60 ER CASE 4 25 Des Vouz Road Contral; conditions of sale apply to

Term 999 years." Annual Crown rent$18.32&pd851.32 respectively. PRICE PER CASE 6 DOZEN PINTS, DUTY PAID $13.00

For further particulars and Messrs. JOHNSON, STOKES & MASTER, Prince's Buildings Ice House Street, Hongkong,

Solicitors for the Mortgagees or to

TO LET OLET. Part of Ground Floor, splendid situation Apply DRA- GON CYCLE Co.

FOR SALE.

the ship, until the end of the war, anch order to do all auch actsTO and this was dono, the question and things as he or they might Six roomed house with ten- FOR SALE-A large number of costs being reserved until the have been authorised to do by 81914. Apply to EA. CARVAL: "CANARY"

nie court from 1st November, of well-bred Canarion Apply adjustment of the goale of fees.

warrant issued by a magistrate HO, No. 5, Macdonnell Road,

Telegraph.

0/0 Hongkong

MT. GEO. P LAMMERT, The Auctioneer. Hongkong, 27th October, 1914.

SOLE AGENTS

GANDE PRICE & CO., LTD..

Queen's Road Central,

Hongkong

Tel. No. 135.

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