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DETECTION OF MURDERERS.

SYSTEM THE FINEST IN · THE WORLD.

BRITISH STANDARD.

of Commons Select Committee on

POLAND AND HER BORDERS,

NO VIOLATION TO BE

ALLOWED..

''THE HONGKONGR

Warsaw, Aug. 31.. The recent speech of Dr. Treviranus was the subject of a demonstration by ten thousand a resolution people to-day when The most searching examina- tion ever made into capital punish-was passed condemning all claims ment concluded when the House aiming at any diminuition of Polish territory and declaring that Poland would never allow itself to be deprived of even an inch of liberated territory.

The Foreign Minister, Zaleski, to which the resolution was conveyed, gave an assurance to the delegation that the Govern- ment would never permit any violution of Poland's rights.

the question held its anal sitting for evidence.

M. Erik Kampmans, the Danish General Director of Prisons, was the last witness, and he had pro pared for the Committee a docu- ment of 25,000 words. He said there had been no execution i Denmark since 1892.

was carried out..

Reuter.

M.

That was the case of a man who

Speaking recently at a demons- had killed three warders in seven tration to celebrate the tenth years. Three death

sentences anniversary of the plebiscite of were passed on him, and the third East Prussia (in which ninety per cent. of the inhabitants expressed Sir Ernley Blackwell, of the a desire to remain in Germany), Home Office,, was recalled, and Dr. Treviranus referred to the spoke of "arguments that are pub Vistula region of Poland as an licly made about undetected mur-unhealed wound in Germany's derers." He said:

eastern flank. We are constantly asked how it He said the future of. Poland is that, in 1927, for instance, there could only be assured-if Germany were 127 murders known to the and Poland were not kept in a police and only 61 persons were state of perpetual unrest by un-

just frontiers.

arrested.

"The answer

was that in 43 cases the murderers committed cases suicide. In many other there was more than one victim.

"A man, for example, turns on the gas and kills his wife, three children and himself. That case goes down as four murders-and no arrest.

Sir John Anderson, also of the Home Office, said:

"We have reached a standard in the administration of the law, at any rate, as to the capital offence, which I do not think is approach- ed in any other country. Nobody knows that better than the pro- fessional criminal."

He added, however, that pre- meditating poisoners, a rule, believed that they could "get away with it."

"Yes," remarked Sir Ernley Blackwill, "I believe a good many do."

MACHINERY STOLEN FROM FOUNDRY. BIG HAUL. MADE DURING WEEK-END.

Dr. Treviranus added, "Our eyes see with grief the land which to-day is lost to us, but one day it may be re-won. A day will come when a fight for justice will free Germany and Europe."

AMERICAN NATIONAL

DOUBLES.

LOTT AND DOEG BEAT VAN RYN AND ALLISON.

Brookline, Aug. 31.

national III

the, American doubles Chals Lott and Doeg, the hoiders of the title, beat Van Ryn and Allison after a five set match, The holders had a stern struggle to win the first set at 8-6, but they took the second at 6-3.

The third went to Van Ryn and Allison at 6-4 and the next set was productive of no fewer than, 28 games. The long-drawn-out strug gle eventually resulted in the set going to Van Ryn and Allison at 15-13, making the score two sets all. The holders went on to vic- tory by winning the fifth at G-4.

In the mixed doubles, Allison Machinery and wooden planks worth $860 were stolen from the was partnered by Miss Edith Cross Kwong Hing Cheong Foundry, 5.6, and they had an easy victory over Connaught Road West, according Frank Shields and Marjorie Mor- to a report received by the Policerill, winning G-1, 6-1-Router's

| American Serpice. during the week-end.

Apparently the thief or thieves were able to effect an entry by breaking the lock of a gate: They stole six sets of riming machines, five sets of cutting machines and wooden planks.

POLITICAL SPLIT. MORE TALK OF EARLY GENERAL ELECTION.

London, Aug. 31. The Sunday Express states that relations between George and Mr. Ramsay Mac Donald are

WARNER BAXTER AT

THE QUEEN'S.

APPEARS IN "SUCH MEN ARE DANGEROUS."

Something out of the ordinary is offered in the talkie "Such Men are Dangerous" which is being shown at the Queen's. Warner Baxter takes the leading part of Mr. Lloyd a millionaire who is successful in everything he turas his hands to very strained. The except winning the love of women, Liberal-Labour unemployment and this on account of a repelling conference in London on Wednes- appearance. A modern idea is day was productive of no result. introduced into the story when the Another meeting is being held disappointed Croesus turns as a next week but its failure la re- lust resort to a plastic surgeon, who succeeds in improving his garded as a certainty.

Be at length wins appearance. the hand of the lady of his choice. Warner Baxter's performance is feat the Government when Parlia-satisfying, and he is supported by ment meets on October 10, there a well-balanced cast.

A complete rupture is possible, in which case the Liberals will join with the Conservatives to de-

being a general election in Novem-

ber.-Reuter.

WATER LEVELS.

ON WEST, NORTH AND EAST RIVERS.

The following table, lozued by the Kwangtung River Conservancy Commission, shows in English feet the West the water levels on River, North River and East River, on the dates named:

Shiuhing

Tsingyuen

Samshut

Sheklung

9.4

5:8

8.0

6.5

3.4

2.8

A PORPOISE, NOT A SHARK.

SEEN OFF MAINLAND BEACH.

Reports

over

the week-end that

CANTON FINANCE

PROBLEMS.

TELEGRAPH. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1930.

THE QUEEN OF THE MARY NOLAN NOT

NETHERLANDS.

DRUG ADDICT.

ROYAL BIRTHDAY HONOURED AT LOCAL CONSULATE.

of Her

(Continued from Page 1.) dollars, with interest 10% per annum, payable half-yearly. The A large number of people were bonds will be transacted through present at the Netherlands Con- the Central Bank and are "secur-sulate between half past eleven ed" on the Revenue of the Kwang and noon on Saturday to celebrate

fiftieth birthday tung Province. Issued during this the month, they will be refunded, capi- Majesty, the Queen of the Nether. commencing in the Consul General, Mr. M. J. tal and interest, in 15 monthly lands. Guests were received by instalments, February, 1931, and being com- Quist, supported by the Vica pleted on April, 1932. The month- Consul, Mr. M. J. van ly instalment payable will amount to $1,050,000, which will be drawn by lots.

Forced Subscription.

Schreven.

A toast to His Majesty, King George. was proposed by Mr. Quist, and Major General J, W. a toast to Sandilands proposed Her Majesty, the Queen of the Netherlande, a hearty response

were

The loan is to be forced on the people in the following, way-being given.

Hia Excellency the Governor Shops in Canton, Swatow and all

A.D.C cities where licences are issued was represented by bla will take up 3% of their capital; Capt. Coltman, while Rear-Admiral banks will take up 5%; residents, R.AS. Hill, C.B.E., R.N., accom firms, wharves, godowns, etc., will panied by Paymaster Commander be based on one month's rent pay-Passmore, R.N., also attended. able by the landlord. All kinds The following Consulate re-

present of fines imposed will be taxed an presentatives additional 20%. All licences, re- Panama, Mr. and Mrs. Roberto gistration fees, stamps taxes, etc.,Vallarino, Peru, Mr. and Mrs. are to take up an additional 20%. Santiago Llosa de Arguelles, and It is rather amusing to read that Mr. J. C. Mognaschi (Vice-Con- certain conditions as to the form sul) and Mrs. Mognaschi; France, of payment in taking up the loan 3ion, and Madame G. Dufaure de If the loan is la Prade; Cuba, Mr. and Mrs. Fr. must be observed. taken up during August, 50% of Bonachea y Romero, Spaid, Mr. the payment for the loan may be and Mrs. Jose Ledesma; Germany, made in Central Bank notes and Dr. and Mrs. B. Hahn, First Chan- 50% in silver coin: if the loan cellor G. K. Frederking and Chancellor C. Neidt; is taken up in September 30% may Second be paid in Central Bank Notes and U.S.A., Mr. H. Shantz; Japan, Mr. 70% in silver coin, and for those and Mrs. T. Yoshida; Chile, who take up their share in October Consul Patricio Smart; Slam, Mr. 20% may be paid in Central Bank and Mrs. J. T. Bagram, Brazil,

80% in silver coin. Chevalier and Mrs. Jose M. Alves After October, the total amount Denmark and Norway, Mr. and Mrs. Karsten Larssen; Guatemala, must be paid in silver coin,

Consul J. G. Gonzzales de Bernedo; Belgium, Mr. and Mrs. M. van Mr. and Mrs. Wylick; Portugal,

notes and

The Commissioner of Finance also states that all Central Bank notes received in payment of the in the bonds will be sealed up vaults of the Central Bank and will not be issued again. Our Own Correspondent,

OBITUARY.

The late, General H. T. Allen, former Commander of the American Army of Oc- cupation on the Rhine, whose death is announced.

HAICHING HEROES

DECORATED.

(Continued from Page 1.)

Dr. Gerrard's Career.

C. A. da Roza; Sweden, Mr. and Mrs. G. Miskin; Costa-Rica, Ruy M. da Rocha.

Those Present.

CHARGED DROPPED BY THE GOVERNMENT.

FILM STAR'S FIGHT.

Ill-starred Mary Nolan, known throughout the United States as "the girl who lived down her past," hopes that the latest chapter of her misfortunes has been closed by the decision of the Government agents to drop the charge against her of being a drug addict.

In the hospital where she is being treated for excessive sun- burn, the film actress told the narcotics Inspector that she was the victim of a plot to blackmail her under a threat to destroy her reputation. Two former nurses swore affidavits that for two weeks past Mary Nolan had been indulg ing in an or of drug taking, but after examining the inspector. her, wrote across the search war- not a narcotic rants, "She is addic."

Triumph at 16. Bad luck has dogged her since the start of her career. At the age of 16 she won meteoric suc- cess in the Ziefield Follies under the name of Imogene Wilson. This triumph was ruined by her assc- ciation with Frank Tinney, the comedian. The professional future: of Tinney and herself appeared to have been blasted, but, under her own name of Mary Robertson, she sought work in Europe. Her gifts made her a star in German films, and an American producer recom- mended her for an engagement in Hollywood.

Changing her name again to Mary Nolan, it was not until she was acclaimed a star at Hollywood that she was recognised as the former Imogene Wilson.

CINEMA NOTES."

"GENTLEMEN OF THE

PRESS."

Others present were the Hon. Sir. Shou-son Chow, the Hon. Dr. R. H. Kotewall, C.M.G., LL.D., the Hon. Mr. C. G. Alabaster, K.C., 0.B.E., the (Acting Attorney-General), Hon. Mr. E. D. C. Wolfe, C.M.G., Inspector-General of Police, the Hon. Mr. J. Owen Hughes, the

Those who saw "Gentlemen of Hon. Mr. H. T. Creasy, C.B.E., Mr.

the Press" at its opening perform- D. W. Tratman, C.MIG., Assistant

ance at the Central Theatre last Colonial Secretary, the Hon. Mr. C.

night will talk about it for months. G. S. Mackie, the Hon. Dr. 4 R. No one who has exposed himself Wellington, D.M.S.S., the Hon. Dr.

to the spell of this tremendous S. W. T'sa. O.B.E, LL.D., the Hon. drama can ever wholly forget it. Conmmander G. F. Hole, R.N., It is life as it is-gripping, pulsa- (retd.) Mr. W. W. Hornell, C.I.Eting, satisfying, real.

Mr. H. Somerset Fitzroy: Mr. C. D.

Newspaper life as it is lived is Melbourne, Mr. E. P. H. Lang. Dr. W. B. A. Moore, Mr. T. H. King, the theme of this drama. Walter Mr. P. Jacks, Mr. W: A. Haanibal, Huston, the star, handles the dif Mr. E. W. Hamilton, Mr. A. W. G. ficult part of a veteran newspaper- II. Grantham, Major H. B. L. man, torn between the fascination Dowbiggin, Acting. O.C., H.Kof his work and his family ties, with A splendid V.D.C., Mr. Paal Lauder, Mr. H. M. admirable fullness.

of humani Hendriksen, Mr. Li Yik-mui and cast carries a variety

characterizations with stirring ef- Mr. Chan Heung-pak,

fect. There are laughs rippling through the story and pathos at

GOVERNMENT HOUSE.moments and all the time there is

Monday, August 25-His Excel- lency accompanied by the Hon. Mr. Creasy Director of Public Works inspected the new Tai Hang Road and other works.

the sense of living which only great art in writing, directing and acting could bring to the screen.

Charles, Ruggies, the well known stage comedian, translates a minor part into an outstanding role. He is naturally funny and yet patheti- Lady Peel gave a small dinner cally weak. Everyone laughs at him; everyone pities him and every-- party at Mountain Lodge.

Wednesday, August 27-Lady one understands him. His character. ization is an, evening's entertain- Peel gave a small tennis party atment all by itself. Betty Lawford Mountain Lodge.

does some wonderful work as the Thursday, August 28.-His Ex-daughter and Katharine Francis, cellency and Lady Peel moved to another Broadway favourite, is Government House. Hie Excel charming and competent. lancy presided at a meeting of One of the most remarkable

the Executive Council.

sults

"Gentlemen of the

which Paramount

are amazing.

has

things about Friday. August 29-Lady Feel Press" is the perfection of the re- gave a party on board the Kaucording. The dialogue gives the im- Sing.

Saturday, August 30.-The Hon. pression of issuing naturally from Mr. Palmer and Mr. Peel left Gov. the mouths of the characters....so naturally that one accepts it with- ernment House. Capt. Coltman, Addressing Dr. Gerrard, His A.D.C. represented His Excellency Put thinking about it. The re- Excellency referred to his medical at a reception given by M. Quist, achieved with dialogue reproduc- service during the Great War. Consul General of the Netherlands, tion in such a short space of time Dr. Gerrard, he said, joined the in honour of the Birthday of H. M.

Taken all-together, "Gentlemen medical service of the Royal Navy the Queen of the Netherlands.

Sunday, August 31.-The follow of the Press" is truly great cater- at the outbreak of the war and were in circulation was almost immediately sent to ing were the guests at dinner attainment, it reveals the real possi- It is a pic- North Russia, where his valuable Government House:-Rear Admiral bilities of the screen.

ture that everyone who wants to huge shark paid a visit to 12-services were recognised by the B.A.S. Hill, Hon. Mr. and Mrs. J. Mile Beach, along the Castle Peak late. Czar who invested him with Patterson, Mr. T. B. Hunter, see the finest and best in moving

Engineer Capt. and Mrs. Sears, pictures with dialogue must see. Rond, yesterday morning and a Third Class Order of St. Andrew: Major R. H. E. Bennett, Lt. Comdr. Aug. 29 Aug 31 evening. It now appears that the Continuing, His Excellency said D. H. Pasmore...

visitor was a huge porpoise.

that Dr. Gerrard served in hos- From all accounts the porpoise pitals and was Medical Officer in swam close inshore, moving about charge of Naval Stations. After between a raft and the water's edge the war, he returned to Russia at reiterate them. The ship, he con- while it was observed to turn on the time of the

revolution and tinued, was attacked by pirates, its back occasionally. Shortly we also served twice in Malta. His who boarded her as passengers, fore one o'clock it was seen head- Excellency said he believed it was and the situation became extreme Brussels ing out to sea again and finally dis-chiefly because of Dr. Gerrard'sly critical, more especially as the Amsterdam

Berlin The lowest level on record at appeared. It returned in the even-services to the English population pirates had effected entry into the Samshui is minus 5 feet and ating and again aroused much inter- and to the Memorial Hospital in defending area of the ship. There Copenhagen

was no doubt that the ship was Vienna Sheklung minus 2.7 feet.

In 1929, Dr. Gerrard accepted only saved by the great courage Helsingfors

Bucharest the Rockfeller Chair of Medicine and gallant defence put up by the Lisbon

In 80 this morning with the larceny of SHANGHAI SWIMMING.in Hongkong University where he $200 from a passenger on board

had done valuable work and His courage but also resource.

splendidly dealing with such

Yokohama Excellency added he considered serious situation, they had well New York the 68. Sung Shan Maru, a Chin-

FINGERETH WINS 100 YARD

the University had been very earned the honours which had been Gene ese named Chan To stumbled and

CHAMPIONSHIP.

fortunate in having obtained the conferred on them.

Milan fell down the dock steps when he

services of one who was so bril

His Excellency concluded:-"I Stockholm received a sentence of six months"

Shanghai, Sept. 1. liant and experienced.. hard labour, causing Mr Whyte

cannot say more than that your Oslo At the Rowing Club Regatth

conduct was worthy of the.highest Smith to remark that defendant evidently expected to get three Fingereth beat Brown in the 100

traditions of the Merchant Navy * years and was laughing so much yards free style Shanghai cham- that he fell down the steps. De pionship, his time being, 62.2/5 tective Sergeant W. G. Humphreys seconds.

Miss E. Schmid lowered the said the than was a hardened crim- al and the prominent leader of a ladies' fifty yard breast stroke gang of men who boarded ships in mark to 39.4/6 seconds. Our Own the harbour.

Correspondent.

record The highest levels on are:-Shiuhing, 41 feet; Tsing Fuen, 29.2 feet; Samshui, 27.3 feet, Sheklung 15.6 feet.

Charged before Mr. Whyte Smith

est.

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