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The

Hongkong Telegraph.

(ESTABLISHED 1881).

69003·三拜禮號六廿月登十英港香 WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1919.

EARLIER SPECIAL TELEGRAMS.

(From Our Own Correspondents)

EUROPEAN TRIAL AT SINGAPORE.

Singapore, November $5.

After the Official Assignee gave evidence at the Assizes fester- day in the Harold Latham crimical breach of trust case, concerning $58,925.98 belonging to Capt Winsnes, V.D., Mr. Knowles submitted that there was no criminal case to go to the jury." The jury "will decide the point to-day.

Later.

Latham was discharged this morning. The Judge agreed that there was no case to theet and asked the jury to declare him not guilty."

TO-DAY'S CHINESE TELEGRAMS.

MONGOLIAN AFFAIRS.

Shanghai, November 26.

Diplomatic cireles quite appreciate the Government's activity in dealing with Outer Mongolian affairs in connection with the cancellation of autonomy, but hold the view that tas Mongolia is adjacent to the Russian territory, and the conditions there nowa. days are far from satisfactory. Mongolian foreign intercourse should he most carefully carried out in future.

ARMY REDUCTION.

Shanghai. Now Mber 2

The mandare de the shartlon of annies is held over, peading he decision of the in urial d-mumittee of the Finance Depart

NEW U. S. LOAN.

Shanghai. November 40. Chen, Chlechal has mane to Tingsin në shes streetfent for the Amadean Loan of $9 Vera () with the t-bard, ani wine duties

as security,

EARLIER TELEGRAMS.

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EARLIER TELEGRAMS.

TREATY TO BE RATIFIED NEXT MONTH~~

Paris, No gi. The American delegates continue to sit on the Supremo Council, but assume a passive role.

London, Nor. 91,

The situation arising from the American Senate's action on the Treaty is regarded by the London press as grave, though not yet desperate, as in view of the momentous world issues involved it is hoped the ten days between now and next session will be utilised to effect agreements between the op- posing parties. A carjous fact is that the action of the Seasto leaves the United States technically at war with Germany. Thas even delay in ratification is serious, as affecting the early stabilisation of world peace in the present serious economic position of Central Europe. It is recognised that the power and authority of the League of Nations will be lamentably cartailed without America: hence the belief is expressed that the idealism which brought America into the war is still strong enough to permit her to complete her work In the House of Commons, Mr. Bonar Law, replying to question as to whether the action of Congress made any difference to the Anglo-French-American agreement, stated that the British undertaking was contingent on the Treaty being adopted by the United States So far the treaty has not been ratised by the Senate.

Paris, Nov. 21.

Britain and France have exchanged ratifications of the Anglo-Freach-American agreement.

London, Nor. 91.

In the House of Commons, replying to Mr. Arthur Hender xon Mr. Bonar Law said the absence of President Wilson's ratification of the Treaty would not prevent the remaining. Allies from cheming it into effect. He assured a questionery Sir Donald MacLean, that the Government would not slacken its determinati a to see the League of Nations become effective.

Paris, Nov. 21.

The Suproms Connell las definit de Ayed December 1st. for formal antifuntin et al. Tranty mead is working out plans so that enforcement of the Trevy will not be hindered if the United States Pulls to mutify laten.

HOUSING AT HOME.

· Lohdon, Nov. 21.

In the House of Coumens, Mr. Addison, Miniter fer Health, stated that the Government would nafist Local -Authorities to obtain, doney for housing, also Ansnuially assist small bikhre The Builders Poderation agreed to each of its members undertaking a fair share of work. A BI would be introduced preventing haury building and protecting people threatened with evletion, oxing av this laad quney of bousing.

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MANCHESTER NOVEMBER HANDICAP.

Manchester, Nov. 21..

The probables for the November Handicap are:-Grand Fleet (Smith), Planet (Robbins), King John (Wheatley), Gay Lord (Whalley), Not Mach (Carslake), Golden Fleece (Side), Royal Bucks (Jelliss), Aynsley (Crickmere), African Star (W. Balding), Jackpoint (Brennan). Alasnam (Donoghne), William Allenby (Calling), Diogsos (F. Huxley), Chattor (Shatwell), John Jackett (Weston), Wild Fellow (Garnett), Gotha (Ringstead).

Later.

The Manchester November Handicap betting is: 6-1 Chattor and Alxsnam, 7-1 King John and John' Jackett, 100-8 Grand Flect and Planet, 100-7 Royal Bucks, Golden Fleece and Aynsley.

TROUBLESOME TRIBESMEN.

London, Nov. 21, Reuter is informed that the majority of the Waziris have accepted the British terms. One section deliberately refrained from participating in the recent meeting with the British, con- sequently aerial operations against them will commence forth- with. The attitude of two sections is at present uncertain. The effect of the air bombardment against the Mahsuds is already noticeable. They have begun to advance peace feelers.

A MANDATE FOR POLAND.

Paris, Nov. 21.

It is understood that the Supreme Council has decided to give Poland'a pandate over Eastern Galicia for twenty- Awo year, whereafter the League of Nations would deter mine the future of the territory..

A REFERENDUM.

Paris, Nov. 60, The Swiss people are to be asked by referendum whether they desire to enter the League of Nations.Havas.

SPAIN AND ALLIES.

Paris, Nov. 20. -Spanish Literal circles urge an economic agreement with Britain and France.-Havas

THE BELGIAN ELECTIONS..

Paris, Nov. 21..

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TO-DAY'S EXCHANGE.

The closing rate of the dollar, on demand, to-day was 58/34d.

THE WEATHER. Forecast-fae. Barometernin 30.08 Temperature 3 p.m.-66, Humidity 2pm. -59.

INDIAN GUNNER'S MURDER.

TWO MEN CHARGED TO-DAY.

In connection with the recent murder of an Indian gunner of H.E.S.B.R.G.A., two Indian gun- ners of the same battalion have been arrested by the Police. They were to-day remanded at the Police Court for a week

The body of the murdered Igunner was

found on the 22nd July last in King's Park, bearing marks which showed that the man had been strangled and. then stabbed. The discovery was made by a forest guard who found the body beneath a clump of bushes in the central part of the Park.

A PLUCKY GIRL.

On a Staffordshire farm, where all the men were on strike, a cow got stranded on a small piece of land in the middle of a wide and swift-flowing river. The animal refused to cross to either bank, One of the land girls took off her overall. boots, and stockings, swam across the river, and roped and drove the cow before her to safety.

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GERMANY'S ARNHES.

Lotelon, Nov. 21.

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Dacussing the sciantes of Gemany's armed strength recently given promioman, at mathority just returned from Gestany informed Ham that these ate three entegories of anted forem in Germany, desty the National Army of 100,00%, $xed 21 Versatiles, swoonly the Foblin Defence Corps, estimated at 100,99), evréentrated in the cities and tantamount to permanent Military Podies, all ex-soldiers living in barracks, and thirdly tie Citizens Defence Corps, consisting volunteers, which sprang into existence as a result of the Spartacist troubles last year, actively contributing to the re pression of the disturbancer. It's numbers are incalculable, but it is known to be well armed and oficered and it is a doubted that the reactionaries count on its support. The force possesses organisations in the rural districts besides the towns. Stocks of arms and munitions are scattered broad- cast in Germany for emergencies, notably in Pomeranit, were every country house is an arsenal. The authority. when in Berlin, was most impressed with the growth of British prestige. The Germans, especially the business men, believe that Britain is most sympathetic towards the reconstruction of Germany and look very hopefully to Britain and the colonies for raw materials, without which Germany will starve.

TO PREVENT DUMPING.

London, Now £1.

The text of the Anti-Dumping Bill shows that the Com mittee, mentioned previously, is styled the Trade Regulation Committee. It will consist of the President of the Board of Trade, the Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Parliamentary Under Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Secretary and Comptroller of the Overseas Trade Department, the "Per- manent Secretaries of the Board of Trade and ten members of the House of Commons. Orders will be made by the Board of Trade under the various heads mentioneil These will be submitted for the Committee's approval, and the Board of Trade will be empowered to grant licenses for importation of prohibited goods, having regard to whether the restriction en imports is likely to unduly raise prices in the United Kingdom; and, as far as practicable, preference will be given to goods from other parts of the Empire.

ITALIAN SOCIALISTS IN POWER.

London, Nov. 21.

The Daily Telegraph" correspondent at Milan says it is estimated the new. Chamber will include nearly 400 new men. Tha greatest defeat sustained was by the Giolittians, once 200 and now night, while the Socialists are 155, Catholics 18, Liberals and Conservatives 137, Democrats and Independents 80, Reformists 18. Exciting sessions are anticipated in con- sequence of the Socialist predominance..

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Paris, Nov. 21 The Italian Chamber is expected to consist of 135 Socialists, 130 Catholics, and 240 other parties.

THE FRENCH CHAMBER.

Paris, Nov. lv.

The new French Chamber of Deputies is divided as follows in the new Chamber, 10s Conservatives, 121 Progres” sives, 100 Left Republicans, 125. Radicals and Radical Socialists, 29 Republican socialists, 55 Unified Socialiste, 7 Extremists, against in the old Chamber, 32 Conservatives, 50 Progressives. 50 Left Republicans, 950 Radicals and Radical Socialist, 27 Republican Socialists, 105 Unified Socialists, and no Extremists. Havas

The French Ministry of the Interior gives the following. particulars: Nutaber of Depaties to be elected 616; Results known, 577; Second Ballot, 20; November, 6; Results not yel received from devastated areas, 33-Havas.

THE FLIGHT TO ALSTRALIA,

London, Nov. 21.

A Blackburn aeroplane entitled Kangaroo," piluted by- Lieutenants Hendle and Williams, competing in the fight to Australia, has departed from Hounslow. There has been no Dews of Matthews since 16th. November, when i was reported that he landed at Mayence. The papers draw attention to the mysteriousness of the silence,

SIR ROBERT BORDEN."

Ottawa, Nov. 21.

Sir Robert Borden, who has been convalescing in Virginia und at Atlantic City, has accepted the invitation to accom- pany the Prince of Wales on the battleship Renown from... New York to Halifax. The Prime Minister's health has so greatly benefited that he will proceed from Halifax to Ottawa to resume his official duties. It is announced that during his recent visit to Washington Sir Robert had an important con- ference with Viscount Grey, the British Ambassador.

GERMAN EXPORTS TO FRANCE.

Paris, Nov, 20.

In future the import into France of German colouring matters free of import duty will be allowed-Haras.

Prohibition of the exportation of foreign bonds by Ger- many will come to an end on November 30th. according to present legal regulations-Havas.

THE ECONOMIC COUNCIL.

Rome, Nov.

The Inter-Allied Economic Council has opened.,-

In the Belgian elections the Catholic party losses are 24. Liberal losies 19, and the Socialkt galus 23.

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TO-DAY.

Theatre Royal-Frawley Com- pany present. "The Misleading Lady.9 15 p.m.

Coronet Theatre-5.15 and 9.15

p.m.

Victoria Theatre-9.15 p.m.

TO-MORROW,

Caronet Theatre-5.15 and 9.15

p.m.

Victoria Theatre-9.15 p.m.

S. SENATORIAL AMUSEMENT.