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CEYLON DEFENCE FORCE.

THE SERVICE DOLLAR.

DRILLS AND CAMPS CAN-

CELLED FOR 1919.

CONCESSIONS TO NAVY

MEN.

THE HONGKONG TELEGRAPH.

TO-DAY'S SHARE QUOTATIONS.

B-SELLERS; SA-BALES; B-BUTERS; N.—NOMINAL-

OFFICIAL PRICES

BANKS.

$410

North Chinss linicas Yangtszes Far Easteros

FIRE INSURANCES, China Fires b H. K. Fires

Recently, the military author- While the question whether compulsory training should be ities in Hongkong were notified of

certain concessions in pay appli discontinued in Ceylon is being cable to the troops in the China. & 5. Banks s. 1760 53. 750/780

MARINE INSURANCES. discussed, says the Times e Command, by reason of the abnor- Cantons Ceylan, the following Defence mally high rate of the dollar. Force General Order by Bridga- Information is now to hand that

the Admiralty has approved of) dier General RB. Fell, C.P., bas

a scheme whereby naval men been issued All unmobilised and civilians employed ashore Ceylon Defence Force Corps are are to receive their pay and notified that for the year 1919 allowances up to £300 a year at the drills laid down in Ordinancea - dollar instead of 75 per cent. as formerly. Half of any salary No, 42 of 1916 are hereby cancell-

over £300 a year is also to be ed. All regimental camps are paid at at 2- to the dollar and cancelled for 1919. All corps will the remainder at the current rate. fire their annual course of musk-Officers and men ailoat are to be etry on their regimental ranges for paid 60 per cent. of their salaries at the 1- rate instead of 50 per the year 1919 under regimental

The new scheme [cent. hitherto. arrangement(Sgd.) F. J. Tothill.

is retrospective from January 1. Major, acting Staff Officer, C. D. Force.

Major Tothill. sern by a representative of the Times of Ceglou as to the effect of the order, said it was quite clear that all drills and camps were cancell. ed. Officers commanding units.

on being shown the order thought it was quite clear that there were to be no drills or camps during the year. Each had drawn up a programme for the year but it would have to be

abandoned.

"No drills, no camps," said n well known Major, reading the order a second time. "Asked whether he would not carry out a programme of drills to maintain the efficiency of his unit, be replied with a smile: "Should I hold drills, it is not very likely that they would be attended on the face of this order."

THE HONGKONG PROBLEM.

SINGAPORE'S PLIGHT.

SUMMARY COURT.

ALLEGED FORGED

DOCUMENT.

Douglases Steamboats indos (Pret.) Indos (Def.) Shells Ferries

THURSDAY, MARCH 13. 1919.

CITY

ST.

HALL

ANDREW'S HALL

MALINI

TO-NIGHT.

Prices $3.00 8 2,00

"Peking, March 1.

TO-DAY'S

ADVERTISEMEN15.

FOR SALE.

publicity. The former disclosed FOR SA E-Several new Sets

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b. L. 123)

b.

D.

b. 2005 as, 1010

$225 26

OUR PEKING LETTER.

R.

#175 8935

SHIPPING.

(From Our Own Correspondent.)

b.

93

b.

211

b.

$32

D.

b.

D.

#161 160%- $37

Both Chinese and Japanese seem to be engaged in a contest of

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REFINERIES.

Sugars Malabon

Kailan Langkata Raubs Tronoha Urals

n

n.

$120

MINING

b.

b.

4%-

ated

DOCKS, WHARVES. GODOWNS, &C

$117 $ 183 t 129 $24

5. b

In the Summary Court this | H. K. Wharves n. mening before Mr. Justice Kowloon Docks Melbourne, Tsang Man Tai Shai Docks

limed that an Authority dated, N. Engineerings March 15, 1911, purporting to have been signed by the plaint in respect of two houses at Shex Shan, is a forgery and asked for declaration by the Court that plaintiff is entitled to the Crown lease of Lot No. II, and the said premises, and the rectification of the Register avcondingly.

LANDS, HOTELS AND BUILDINGS. Centrals H. K. Hotels 1 and lavest H'phreys Est. b. Kloon I ands b.

Reclamations P. West Points

b

$10.

b

$7

b.

$1 8. $7:0

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$175 $i-

D. COTTON MIELS

Kung Yiks b Lau Kung Mows b.

$173 $145 $72 $158 19.80

$51 #12)

B

b.

$24

D. b.

$31

Orientals

b. S'hai Cottons b Yangtszepoos t.

MISCELLANEOUS, Green Islands b. Borneos

Ի. China Light & P.s3. Providents Dairy Farms H. K. Electrics Macao Electrics

Mr. Goldring, on behalf of the Ewos plaintiff, sild that the Authority was signed in Hongkong in 1911, | and he would bring witnesses to the plaiuti was prove that never in the Colony during that year and therefore could not have signed the document. He hal applied to the authorities to have the Register rectified but had been informed that it was first necessary to prove in Court A correspondent to the Sing that the signatare va the upore Free Fress writes and Authority was forged. e. Lad others await with a certain degree therefore brought the activa. of curious interest the assessment

Plaintiff's nephew stated, from value which the Municipality propose to put upon certain houses the witness box, that his uncle when they next came under con-was too ill to come to Hongkong Steel Foundries sideration. And the reason for and he had power to appear La U. Waterboats b. that interest is that we can foresee his uncle's behalf. The houses Watsons some property owners will find in question were reated to the de- | Wm. Powells b. themselves in a very unpleasant fendant and rent was paid right Wiseman's position which we will explain by the following example we have up to 1917.

in mind. A and B are two

Ropes

Frams,Low Level s

Trams, Peak, old b Trams, Peak, new b Laundries

افلام

B

b

.

$7.80 cts. .75 $ 59 $12

b.

6.15 $94

$27

Defendant's nephew stated that

Hongkong, March 13, 1919.

the other had been mortgaged and

European model houses of fairlyne house was purchased and

large size which have for years had been redeemed by defendant. HOW TO KEEP WELL IN WINTER. commanded rentals varying some. where between one hundred and

while

23.

one hundred and thirty dollars, Some

A ago taken

by Japanese - Oyer tepanty who offered $250, which

THE CANTON GERMANS.

.

Do not let your blood get thin this winter. For people who have a tendency toward anaemia, or bloodlessness, winter is a trying

the

of Dissel Engines by Vickers Ltd., Barrow-in-Furness row ready for delivery in Hong- kong.

ABSTRACT OF SPECIFICATION.

ach Set consists of tw 8

as they thought all the agreements between the two countries which had not so far been divulged, but as these contained no reference to the much discussed War Parti- cipation Loan and the ArmsAgrCO- ment of 1916.it was believed that these documents were in posses- sion of the Chinese who negoti. Cylinder four stroke reversing

Tele-engines. instruments.

one right hand, the grams from Tokyo reported that other left. these agreements had been pub- Each Engine has Cylinders lished in Japan, the inference | 14), diameter by 15" stroke and being that the Chinese Govern- and is designed to devolop Suo meat had not acted in good faith | B. H. P. at 330-403 R. P. M. when it informed the peace delegates in Paris that there remained no agreements which had not been disclosed.

Such inference however was not just itied. The Government acted

The Sets are

BREEZY GARAGE.

Tel. No. 2499.

$1, Des Voeux Road, Central.

The latest model," Chandler". "Hudson" and "Oakland" cars

for hire.

Theates parties Pleasure trips.

Shopping etc. at moderate charges.

Our ears are only driven by experienced driver, so that all

clients are sure of every safet and comfort.

Large stocks of spare parts and children's "Skudders" on sale. Metor car, launch and oycle repairing done daily, Call and inspect.

*

THE

#WING ON CO., LTD. *

貨

HONGKONG.

UNIVERSAL PROVIDERS,

Most up-to-date and Cheapest House in Hongkong.

Prompt attention given to Orders.

JUST ARRIVED.

Large Assortment of

Lace Works, Embroideries, Drawn Thread Works,

comprising

永安有限公司

Collars, Blouses, Handkerchiefs, Table & Bed Covers, etc., Filet & other Hand-made Laces

Excellent quality,

designed for Exquisite modern desigas,

and are

driving twin-screwa complete with propellers. pro- peller shaft, all air compressors, air reservoirs. auxiliaries and apare parts. The

recessary

in perfect good faith when Engines are, bowever. also suit

it made the announcementable for shore installations.

in question. When the Pre- sident made request for copies of these treaties he was referred to the War Participation Bureau, which in turn referred him to the

Arrangements ight b male for erectio and installatio: to be supervised by an expart of the makers

Chinese Minister in Tokyo. The Full Specificati ns and part- latter replied that the documenticulars may be obtained from the was in the archives of the War Asiatic Petroleum Co. (South Participation Bureau. This reply | China) Ltd, Marice Department, was shown to the Bureau. Then King's

Bai dings, Hea kog. the documents were forthcoming. Enquiries will also be received The end of the war proved that by any of the offices of the the apparently impossible could | e-mpany in South China, be achieved. Taat was seen in

the crushing of rampant mil- itarism. It is seen in China in the repatriation of Germans. Less than a years ago it was deemed unlikely that deportation would be carried out. Now it ix ap accomplished fact in spite of the bluffing Huns. They maintained their ai of braggadocio to the last but it was not quite so effective when they were shepherded into the special trains which conveyed thern from Peking and Tientsin en route to Shanghai, where they embarked for their enforced journey home- wards. Foreigners are now free from the irritation which they conld scarcely avoid when they encountered sneering Huns on the streets.

An extraordinary incident occurred in connection with this

matter.

A number of German

consular clerks were exempted from deportation in order that they might assist the Netherlands

suggesting

the landlord naturally accepted. . DEPARTURE POSTPONED.

On account of lack of tran-season. The position soon will be this. The Municipality, if they assess sportation facilities, the Bureau of As soon as you notice the tired. A at a value of $250 rental, can Repatriation of Enemy Subjects feeling, lack of appetite and short-authorities in taking care of the hardly let B, which is alongside, a has decided to postpone the de-ness of breath that are warning German archives. To the Chinese practically similar house letting purtation of the 36 enemy subjects symptoms of thin blood take a authorities at Shanghat the list

treatment with at we believe $340, remain at that now in Canton ready for depar-short

Dr. submitted by the Dutch Consul somewhat swollen, Do not seemed figure, but will have to raise it to ture. It is reported, that the Bureau Williams pink pills.

and

letter a

Was written $250. What will the landlord of Bis awaiting the arrival of China wait until the color has entirely

that

be TO- say when he finds this has been Navigation steamers to Canton left your cheeks, until your lips done? This is merely a concrete for the purpose. The enemy sub- are white, your eyes dull and examined. Unfortunately, Mr. example on a series of difficulties jects, in most cases, are still re- your ears like mother of pearl. Ivan Chen, the Commissioner for which may occur and it se siding in Fongchuer. According It is so much easier to correct Foreign Affairs at Shanghai, was mentioned because it appears to a local report, sick Germans thinning of the blood in the earl- indisposed, and the letter could to foreshadow

Dr. not be signed. The letter was for- 2 further will not be deported for their stages then later. general raising of house present, and the Germaan rais Williams' pink pills build up the warded with a covering note ex- rents, since it is quite certain the sionaries and teachers are given blood and strengthen the nerves.plaining the circumstances. The Municipality will not be so foolish the same privilege.

It this way the general health is Dutch Consul returned the letter, as to assess houses at a low rate There are four German teach-improved, the appetite increases, fish to the effect that repatriation with a statement written in Eng- when they have proof before them ers conducting the German- the digestion is strengthened, and of what similar houses alongside Chinese middle School at Chin new ambition and energy are de-a lagrant breach of inter- can be let for. Landlords in Shin Street, at Western Suburb veloped. Work becomes easier national law, and that all un- defence will have to raise the in Canton City proper, for the because it does not cause exhaus- pleasant consequences of this rents to cover the rise in assess-time being. They will probably tion. ment, since they are not going be allowed to remain. Canton

to aboulder all the increase, Times.

and the same vicious game is played again for higher stakes. Meanwhile the purity campaigners will be at work in our midst urging young men and young women to marry and be

HAWAII JAPANESE BEING NATCEALISED.

1.

Keep your system at its highest efficiency with Dr. Williams pink pills, the great blood builder and

violence would fall back upon China. Such language com- ing from the representative of a friendly nation is keenly resented by the Chinese authorities, who nerve tonic. Your own druggist can supply you, or you can obtain may have to ask for his recall in the Pills direct from the Dr. the same why as they had to do Williams Medicine Co., 96 Sze- with respect to the Netherland Another session of the United chuen Road, Shanghai, one bottle Minister in Peking, whose pro- German attitude led to un- good, and the young men and States listrict court to hear for $1.50, six for $8, post free. A young women will be asking how naturalisation cases, file by very instructive booklet Build-diplomatic language which could

not be tolerated. they are to afford to live if they Oriental soldiers, was held recent ing up the Blood" will be sent to do marry, and no one will takely at the Castuer Y.M.C.A. by you free in response to a postcard the trouble to answer them since Judge Horace Vaughan. Some request directed to the above no one in authority seems to have fifty odd applicants, all Japane88, address.

sufficient sense or energy to try were

admitted

Orientals

that

its

to

American

HONGKONG GENERAL

HAMBER OF COMMERCE.

Special Extraordinary Gener

al Meeting of Members of the Hongkong General Chamber of Commerce will be held on Tuesday. 25th March at 3.55 p.ra. precisely, in the Chamber of Commerce Room. hartered Bank Building, for the pu-.ose of con- sidering sad if thought fit passing the following resolution:-

"That Clause VI of the Rules and Regulations of the Hongkong General Chamber of Commerce should be amended to read an follows

The Committee shall consist

of ten Members, all of whom shall be British of Representatives of British Firms, to be elected at the Anrus Meeting of the Chamber, and they shall hold Office for one year. Vacancies occurring dur ing the year shall be filled up by the Committee ".

By Order,

E A. M. WILLIAMS, Secretary. Hoagkong, 2th March, 1919.

HONGKONG GENERAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

THE Annual Meeting of the Members of the Hongkong General Chamber of Commerce will be held on Tuesday, the 25th March, 1919, at 4 o'clock precise. ly, in the CHAMBER OF COM. MERE ROOM. CHAR. ERED BANK BUILDING, for the following purpose8 :---

1. To

receive the Report and Accounts of the Com- mittee for the year ended 31st December, 1918,

2. To elect a New Committee.

3. To transact any General

basin888.

By Order, E. A. M. WILLIAMS, Secretary.

Hongkong, 12th March, 1919.

Moderate prices. INSPECTION CORDIALLY INVITED.

SWATOW DRAWN WORK CO., No. 14. DES VOEUX ROAD, CENTRAL.

THEATRE 慈 ROYAL

FOR A SHORT SEASON ONLY RETURN AND FAREWELL

OF

THE POPULAR

FRAWLEY COMEDY CO.

IN

NEW & UP TO THE MINUTE PLAYS

66

TO-NIGHT

THE PRICELESS COMEDY

FAIR & WARMER."

PRICES AS USUAL

PLANS AT MOUTRIEJ& CO.

PHILIP CARLION, Manager.

COMMENCE 9.15 P.M. SHARP.

Maison Lily

Just recrivit

76x

of

avaríment

New Thiew Flats,

Linen, Pique, Plain and Flowered Toiles.

Alevandon Building, Manyany

TO-DAY'S NEW ADVERTISEMENT. ·

THE HONGKONG

SCHOOL

OF MOTORING.

APPLICATIONS FROM STUDENTS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED,

The SCHOOL has accomodation for 200 PUPILS, the syllabus” Including courses for MECHANICS. and DRIVING.

WILL COTTON BE CHEAPER? The questions have been asked if the price of cotton is likely to and understand what is the fund-citizenship by Judge Vaughan, prepared and filed by United be cheaper now the war is over, amental cause of all the trouble. bringing the total number of States District Attorney S. C. and if quotations will fall to any. have been Huber, but no hearing can be thing like the level which obtain- made citizens close to two hold for more than two months as ed before the outbreak of hostili- BOUNTY FOR FRENCH SOLDIERS hundred. As has been stated, respondents in cases of the kind ties, says the Pall Mall Gazette of

Daring a recent sitting the the naturalisation department are given sixty days by the law in December 23. An expert, in of the armistice. Such restricti Chamber of Deputies voted through representative which to file answers. A fund reply, expresses the opinion that ions have just been removed, unanimously a Bill granting & Examiner W. H. Ragsdale, will of $2,500 is being raised among pre-war cheapness will not prevail and short selling is once more bounty of Ers, 250 to every contest all grauts of citizenship the Japanese soldiers who have again for many a long day, seeing permitted. So far this relaxation SPECIAL FACILITIES are offered to persons desirous mobilized man,

The Bill also to Orientals and it is probable been granted naturalisation as that values in all connections has not sent down prices, as specifies that the bounty of every that the outcome of all these con American citizens to defend the have been raised, and in view of might be expected, but had an individual majoration will tests will hinge on the original right rented them. Each man the increase in wages,

Dealing opposite effect. The markets Fre. 20 for the men who were ass, that of Sachi Shimolao, is contributing $5 toward the with the present position of here and in New York now work actually engaged in the fighting was the first Japanese fund, according to the Nim the industry, our correspondent in harmony, aa befits Allied Works and school-Shaukiwan Office 4 Queen's Road Centra and Fr. 15 for those who were soldier natursbeed. The contest Jiji, a Japanese daily published points out that restrictions were nations, and consequently violent

this ❞ case Las been'in Honolulu. only mobilized.

imposed on cotton on the signing fluctuations in cotton are avoided.

who

of becoming CHAUFFEURS and not at the moment having means at their disposal for their course.

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