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NAZIMOVA
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RUDOLPH VALENTINO
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"CAMILLE"
The world's greatets drama,of love and sacrifice by Alexander Dumas, the. Younger
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DEFENCE CORPS. PARADE.
INSPECTION BY MAJOR
GENERAL LUARD."
A FINE TURNOUT.
The annual inspection of tho Hongkong Volunteer Defence Corps was held yesterday even- ing on Murray Parade Ground, and a smart body of mon paraded, some 400 strong. The Mountod Infantry and Armoured Car Section were on, too ground beforehand, as well as the Arcil lery batteries. About a quarter to six. the Pipe Band led the Engineers, Machine Gunnors, Infantry, Scottish and Rosorvon on to the ground, where a big throng of spectators had as aomblod on, all sides. The mon marched on smartly, and took up positions facing Gardon Road..
At six o'clock, the G.O.C., Major: General O.C. Luard, arrived with his staff, and was received by the Volunteer Commandant. Lt. Col. L. G. Bird, D.9 O.; the troops pre- sonting arms. The General thon proceeded to inspoot. the various
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units, saying a few words here Shanghai and there to the men who wore U.S. A.. Ornada, Japan & Shanghai... Pres. McKinley waaring more than the usual dis-Japan & Shanghai play of modals, some going back Shanghai
to the South African war. The inspection over, General Luard took up bis position at the salut-
Straits
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ing base, the troops marching past Canada, U.S.A., Japan & Shanghai in review order, and a few minutes Japan & Shanghai later they formed up on three Manila... sides of a square for the General's | Australia & Manila addrese.
The G.0.0 complimented the Corps, both on its increase in num. bers and smartness on parade. He thought their movements and marching had been excellent,
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G.O.C.'s Speech. Major General Luard said strength of the Corpe year was 310 and this year*** 452. That inercase was very satis-Straits & Egyp Tctory. It was not due to any Amoy... special circumstances; but to solid Swatow work on, the part of Officers, N.C.O's and men of the Corps in showing that the Corps was a real and solid contribution to the pro tection of the community....
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In the Artillery Company, the formation of an additional section Japan. Canada, U.S.A., C. & R.
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Engineer Company. The reorganization of the gineer Company had placed that adit in a good position to meet the present day requirements of the Corps. The Field Company Sec- tions, though only formed last year, had done good work; including three week-end camps. The unit was keen and turned out well for any show.
The Mounted Infantry Company reminded him of his early days. It was full of life. The importance of horsemastership must be remem- bered; and they must keep their ponies fit to go on service. It was; difficult with a China pony, but they must not try to move too fast. The armoured lorry was a great accession of strength to the whole Corps. He hoped it would induce recruits to join up.
The Machine Gun platoon under modern conditiona was one of the most valuable units. They should remember that gun teams must be expert; and theirs were, AS was shown in the field firing Fanling Camp.
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Value of Infantry. The Infantry, as always, were the backbone of every Corps.. In- fantry work was not always 30. exciting or intoresting during! peace time as that of other units, but they must stick to it and not) mind that. They ought to remember that the Lewis gun was becoming more and more the weapon of In fantry, and a high standard
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akill with it was necessary.
The Reserve Company would form cadres on which the Corps could expand in emergency. It was absolutely necessary; and he hoped all would join as time. for active service. passed.."
He was glad to see the Pipe Band on parade; it constituted a valuable part of the Corps. In conclusion General Luard said: "T congratu- late you, Colonel Bird, and your headquarters on the results which many instances of intelligence this parade shows you have attain- In the autumn of 1902, writes a I have soon is shown a naturaled, and I hope that, with the con- correspondent to a London paper, history book with coloured tinued support of the community, I brought back a monkey from illustratione. Ho helped to turn next year will show as big an im Douglas, in Griqualand West, the pages neatly with one finger,provement in the Corps under which had been captured there and at once recognised monkeys your command." when quite young. A moog with evident pleasure,
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Nothing pleases the public like a good comedy ! On Sunday
there will be shown at
THE CORONET
one of the very best long comedies we have ever shown, it is known as
"THE YANKEE
and
CONSUL'
io start to finish.
Gcream
99.
DON'T MISS ITI
ENTERTAINMENTS.
To cope with the Crowds that
wish to see
OUR EXCLUSIVE PICTURES OF THE FUNERAL OF
DR. SUN YAT SEN.
An Extra Performance
will be given daily
at 12.30 p.m. at
THE CORONET
Prices 80 cts., and 40 cto.
Usual daily performanceo at
2,30, 5.15, 7.15 & 9,15
The big picture is
"THE FIRE PATROL"
A mighty drama of the sea with
“ANNA Q, NILSSON, MADGE BELLAMY
and a whole host of other stars,
THERE IS ALWAYS A GOOD SHOW AT
WORLD THEATRE
LAST CHANCE TO SEE
THE METEOR OF COMEDY
JOHNNY HINES
in
"LITTLE JOHNNY JONES"
See Johnny Hines with all pep and fun as the Yankee Jockey forging to Victory in one of the most spectacular Horse Races over recorded on the screen. This pictures packed with
intrigue will hold you spellbound........
FINAL SHOW TO-DAY, 5.15 and 9.15 p.m. 'Don't Miss Your Last Chance
STARTING SUNDAY
A great human story that you will place among the film that you have most enjoyed,
"THE REJECTED WOMAN”
with ALMA RUBENS, CONRAD NAGEL, WYNDHAM STANDING AND A BRILLIANT CAST
TO-DAY till TUESDAY, 2.30 and 7.15 p.m. Tae Great Chinese Super Production.
Saturday and Sunday
11
EVIDENCE
(In Ten Reels)
THE
STAR
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April 18 and April 19
FOR TWO NIGHTS ONLY!
FAREWELL PERFORMANCES
of
FLORADORA
VAUDEVILLE COMPANY
and
HOBART BOSWORTH
Supported by.
PAULINE STARK AND FRANCIS FORD
HEARTS of OAK
Coming
A Romance of the Radio
THE DORROS
: In
Their wonderful Song and Dance act.
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