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TO-D Y'S ADVERTISEMENTS,

PUBLIC AUCTION -

The Undersigned have received instructions to sell by

Public Auction.

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(FOR ACCOUNT OF THE CONCERNED),

SATURDAY,

the 18th December, 1915, at 230 p.m., at their Sales Room.

No. 8, Des Voeux Road, Corner of Ice House Street.

A large and varied assortment of

XMAS TOYS

Comprising

THE HONGKONG teleghapit FRIDAY, DECAMBER 17, 1915,

TU DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS,

G

WAR DEPARTMENT

CONTRACTS.

Sealed Tenders for Forage will be received at the Headquarters Office, Victoria Barracks, Hong- kong, until Noon on Monday, 17th January, 19:6

Forms and other particulars may be obtained personally at the above office between the hours of

0 am and I p.m.

Tender Forms must be properly filled up, sirced and dated and delivered in an envelope marked "Tender for Torage, and sċcom-

guarantee of good faith, which am will be forfeited to the State

Large. Small and Squeaking Dolls, Airships. Aeropl nes. Poppanied by a deposit of $100 as s Guns, Lead Soldiers, Cinematograph Boxes. Tin Trumpets, Cotton Pigeons. Rabbits, Dogs, Tea Sets. Santa Claus. Birds in Cages, Boy on Cycle, Motor Cars, Trains Automobiles Auto Racing Car. Harmonisins, Xmas Tree Omaments, Drums,

&

Ön view on Friday, a.m. Terms Cash.

Su Com

8cc...

&c.

HUGHES & HOUTH,

Hongkong 17th December, 1915,

THE NEW HARBOUR OF

REFUGE

Memorial Stone Laid.

His Excellency's Tribute to

Chinese Workers

Auctioneers.

Attention was called to the matier în December, 1903, when M. Gerabom Stewart, M.P who was then a member of the Legislative Ccoseil, brought before Council the following re-

if the Tenderer refuses to accept a contract allotted to him, or to attend at Headquarter Office when called upon.

Deposits will be returned after Tenders are accepted or declined. The right to reject all, or any, tenders is specially reserved.

(S) F. E. MILNER JONES.

Captain, 4.5.0. DAD. of S &T. Hongkong. 15th December, 1915.

WANTED.

FANTED. SHIPS"

SURA

GEONS wanted for the

| solution :—“ Thar, în the opinion | Steamers Empire” and “ Eas-

31st January respectively. For Livingston & Co. farther particulars apply to Gibb,

of the Council, it is advivable to tem sailing from Hongkong for increase if possible the means Australian Ports on 12th and of shelter for cargo beats end sampas daring the typhoon 3 802. His resolution was passed ananimously, the Acting-Coloni- al Secretary stating that the Gov- erament were fully aware of the need for such additional accom modation and that only lack of funds had prevented steps being

In his speech after he had laid the memorial stone in connection with the New Harbour of Refuge at Mongkokten yeaterday after noos, His Excellency the Gtaken towards providing it. The Lie Ternor spoke in the highest terms demands made upon the revenues of Chinese workers and their of the Colony by other pablie efficiency. He especially paid a works of pressing importance- tribute to the fine piece of work notably waterworks - were so at which the Chinese contractors had great that it was not until 1908 sxscated under the superintend- that provision could be made for

* of European engineers. The commencing the work.

ons was witnessed by a fair-

lylery

He crowd of spectators, many.

ef wh

Pom were conveyed across the

Harbor in private launcher.

(Continued on Extra)

then be frightful twinging palca of

They included the fullo sing: THE ANCIENT TORTURERS Lady May. Miss May, the Coloni- could have devised nothing more crust al Secretary (H, M. Claod Sciatica Sevara), the Attorney-General Modern Medicine can devise, nothing (Hon. Mr.J. d. Kemp), the Rimore effective than

LITTLE'S ORIENTAL BALM

tion.. It ́dows its work and does.st/well,

All pain immediately relieved. Simply rub it t

Sir Paul Coster, C.M G., the Hon. wherewith socombat this terrifying affic- M-.

C.ILG W Chatham. Director of Public Worke) the, Hoo. Mr. E R. `risilifax, t'e flon. Mr. B. E. Pollock, Kibe on

Forsciatica, theomatłem, netralgin, and all bodily aches and para LITTLE'S ORIENTAL BALM in the ope remedy" of

Hr. D. Landale, the Hon. Mr. E proven efmcy. It is waiting to reu Shellim, Hon. Mr. P. Holyoak, you If you safer further you can only the Hon Mr. Wei Yak, Hoo. Mblame yourself.

La Cha Pak, Commander C. W. Beckwith, RN. (Harbour Master), Messrs. T. L Perkins, D. Jaffe, J. Duncan, E.-W. James, H. and Mrs. H. R, Ho Kom Tong, Lo Cheung Shio, Chan ein Ki, Tong Lai Cheun, Tong Yat Chuen, Lai Tai Tong, Leang Hang Shan, Chin Wan, Kwan Fak Ng, and Lo Tit Eng. -

Sold at Ha, 1 per bottle. §

Age for Hongkong.

Masses A. 5. WATSON& Co. Ltd.

TO-DAY S ADVERTISEMENTS. AMERICAN & MANOHUKIAN LINE

NOTICE TO CONSIGNEES. From NEW YORK AND COLOMBO.

THE Steamship

Mr. Chatham's Speech. In his address, the Hon. Director of Public Works said:-We are amembled here to-day to mark the completion of one of the largest and most important public

“KIOTO," works ever undertaken in this Colony.

Capt. J. A. Smith having arriv- Hitherto, the only place of ed from the above Porta, Consig- secure refuge for small craft durnees of Cargo are hereby inform

ed that their goods are being ing the fierce storms which pe landed at their risk into the Go- jodically sweep arrows our harbour downs of the Hongkong and Kow- ae bien Causeway Bay, which loon Wharf and Godown O me was protected by a breakwater in paay, Limited. Kowloon, 1883. The ares excicsed by that stored at Consignees risk and ~breakwater in 37 acres, the greater | expense.

and

the

PUBLIC AUCTION.

HE Undersigned has received

instructions to sell by Pub Auction on

TUESDAY. 21st December, 1915 com-

mencing at il am.

the Hongkong and Kowloon Wharf and Godown. Co. Ltd. Nos. 9 and 10 Godowns)

(For account to the concerned)

334 bags Bide Cuttings 117 bales Tanned Hides

570 bags Bark

39 baskets Dried Fish

13 bales Old Gunnies

245 balen, Spii: Rattan

1 basket Yellow Stalk

All more or less damaged by water es sa “Gemini "

On view now, Terms-Cash on delivery.

GEO P. LAMMERT

Auctioneer.

DAIRY FARM NEWS.

CHRISTMAS ORDERS

FOR

DAIRY FARM TURKEYS,

GEESE, DUCKS,

CAPONS and CHICKENS

SHOULD BE BOOKED EARLY TO AVOID

DISAPPOINTMENT.

J. ULLMANN & Co.

THE FRENCH JEWELLERY HOUSF

WATCHES, JEWELLERY, DIAMONDS.

EVERYTHIKO IN COLD AND SILVER WARE CUT GLASS AND FANCY GOODS

THE PLACE FOR USEFUL CHRISTMAS PRESENTS.

TO-DAY'S ADVERTISEMENTS.

WHITEAWAY'S

CHRISTMAS

BAZAAR WILL - REMAIN OPEN ON SATURDAY

The 18th inst

UNTIL 5.30 pm

AFFORDING TO CUSTOMERS AN OPPORTUNITY OF

EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING.

A Splended present is an

Eiter down Quilt, something that will Last and be appreciated.

These are covered in. fas quality French sateen well filled with eider down, ventilated in five places.

Hongkong, 17th December, 1915. Single Bed Size. $16.50

PUBLIC AUCTION. THE Undersigned bas received instructions to sell-by Pub- lic Auction on

WEDNESDAY. the 22nd Deceber, 1915.com- mencing at 230 pm. at his Sales Rooms, Daddell Street 4 A Quantity of Cut Glass

: comprising :-

Vases, bowls, wine glasses dish., ice cream plates d decantors.

A large Assortment of Table and Bed Linen

alsó

Dinner services. Tea and coffee sets, Silver and Electro- ware,

On view from Monday, the 20th inst...

Catalogues will be issued. Terms Cash on delivery

GEO. P. LAMMERT,

Auctioneer. Hongkong, 17th December, 1915.

PUBLIC AUCTION.

THX Undersigned has received

instruction to sell by Pub part of which is, however, dry, or All broken.chafed, and damaglic Auction Onli

WEDNESDAY, practically 10 at extreme low ed goods are to be left in the water. The cost of the work wes godowns, where they will be ex-the 22nd December, 1915, com-

amined on FRIDAY 24th instant mencing at 3 p.m. $96,500,

at 10 am.

at bis Sales Rooms, Daddell Street

■

All claims must be presented

As the time passed by, it be came obvious that the r quire within fifteen days of the One Full English Billiard manta of the Port had cutgrown stas ner's arrival her after Table with accessories. the accommodation available which date they cannot be recog Unless sampans and junka set nized.

On view now. Terms -Cash on delivery.

GEO. P. LAMMERT,

Anctioneer Hongkong, 17th December, 1815. WANTED

Double

$27,50

DÚCHESSE SETS.

Daintily embroidered Irish linen sets, as illustration. Price $5.75 Each.

CUSHIONS.

Plain Casement cloth cushions, in various colours, piped with white

Price $1,50 TAPESTRY CUSHIONS, In a great variety of colours and designs

No Fire Insurance has been WANTED per the 1st of Prices from $3.00 úp to $9,50 each,

el for Causeway Bay sa 6000 No claims will be admitted as the approach of a storm was after the goods have left the haraided, they were unlikely to Godowns, and all Goods remain- gain admission, whilst their early ing undelivered after the 24th withdrawal, coupled with the fact inst will be subject to rent, that they were obliged to remain in shelter until all rigus of the storm had disappeared, gare rise to complaints by the shipping firms that their operations in load- ing and unloading vessels were Hongkong, 17th December, 1915. unduly interfured with

signed by

effected

Bills of Lading will be counter-office-Books covering about April in Central Locality,

| 4,500 square feet, not, incinding SEEWAN TOMES & CO.

landings. Agents.

Please apply, stating terms, Hongkong

WHITE MUSUN CUSHION COVERS.

Frilled or hemstitched embroidered în ʻa jafge-

variety of designs.

A very acceptabis present.

Prices $1.25 #175%.

$2.00 $2.50

WHITEAWAY LAIDLAW & Co., LTD.

20, DES VIEUX ROAD, HONGKONG.

XMAS PRESENTS

FOR GENTLEMEN,

Why not give him something practical – and «nad for Christmas?

We have ready for your inspection an unrivalled": suitable presents all thoroughly well made and

息 few

dependable quality. "Here are

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HANDKERCHEFS.

GLOVES. FANCY VESTS.

STICKS.

DRESSING GOWNA" CUFFS LINES. STUDS.

suggesti

MUFFLERS

SWEATERS

SLIPPERS UY BRELLAS.

MACKINTOSH

& COLLED

Men's Wear Specialists

16, DES VOUX ROAD

WM. POWELL,

· LTD.

NEW

OVERCOATING

IN

FLEECE WOOL

LIGHT IN WEIGHT YET

WARM.

PRICES MODERATE

FOR THE BEST,

THE CHRISTMAS GIFT

THAT WILL BE MOST APPRECIATED IS ONE OF

COLLARD & COLLARD'S RENOWNED PIANOS

PLEASE

SE CALL AND INSPECT-OUR STOCK OF NEW MODELS JUST UNPACKED-

THE ANDERSON MUSIC CO., LTD.

6, DES VŒUX, ROAD.

XMAS HAMPERS.

Tel. 1323

WE BEC TO NOTIFY OUR CUSTOMERS THAT AB- SORTED HAMPERS SUITABLE FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON MAY BE OBTAINED FROM US AT THE FOLLOWING RE- DUCED PRICES:

No HAMPER.

1 Bott. Sparkling Burgundy B. Mousseux

Benedictine -D. O. M. 7.

1

Blackberry Brandy

Brandy Martel XXX --- Whisky King George IV. Pot Superior Tawny- Claret St Julien- Shrry Old Brown Gin Old Tom, or Dry. Bitters Pomerazen

(Phial)-

No. 2 HAMPER.

2 Bott Sparkling Burgundy B. Mousseur

Peppermint,

Martell XXY

Whisky Perfection

Port Wine Rich Old

Claret St. Julien Sherry Vino de Pasto "Beadictine D. 0. M.

Gin Old Tom or Dry Cherry Brandy

pint

quari

quar

quart

phist

Price Per Case $25.00

Price Per Case $23,00

OTHER HAMPERS MADE UP TO SUIT PURC

REQUIREMENTS.

GANDE, PRICE & CO., LTD

MERCHANTSA

WINE

Tel. No. 135

f. Queer's Road Central Hougzoz

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