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BOORD'S

OLD TOM GIN.

"Cat & Barrel"

Brand

The Old Favourite

Agents

CALDBECK, MACGREGOR & CO., LTD.

(lavor perated under the Compendeat tidinmners of Itongkang.)

Prisco's Building.

Ice House Strout.

Tolephone 20075,

MM

MESSAGERIES

MARITIMES

FRENCH MAIL STEAMERS,

Sailings from Hongkong.

T. MARSEILLES via Saigon,

Singapore, Colombo, Djibouti Aden) Suez, Port-Said.

D'ARTAGNAN.. 21st July. ANDRE LEBON..... 4th Aug. ANGERS

18th Aug. G. METZINGER......... 1st Sept. SPHINX.

15th Sept. PORTHOS... ..... 29th Sopt. CHENONOFAUX... 13th Oct. ATHOS II............ 27th Oct

To YOKOHAMA via Shanghai

8 Lobe

ANGERS,

21st July G. METZINGER.. 4th Aug. SPHINX...

18th Aug. PORTHOS....

1st Sept. CHENONCEAUX... 15th Sept. *ATHOS II...

29th Sept. D'ARTAGNAN.............. 13th Oct. ANDRE LEBON... 28th Oct.

We can issue through tickets to Egypt, Syrian ports,

·East Africa, Madagascar by transhipment on our mail atomers at Port-Said or Djibouti.

COMMERCIAL LINE.

From DUNKIRK Hamburg. Rotterdam, (Antwerp; : For full Particulars, apply to:-

Telophones: 20051.

Cię, des MESSAGERIES MARITIMES,

3. Queen's Building.

GLEN LINE.

FARE HONGKONG TO LONDON,

1st June 30 Novomhor

1st December/31st May

--

£65.12.08. £82.0.0.

TO LONDON, ROTTERDAM & HAMBURG via STRAITS & COLOMBO,

27th July.. 24th Aug,

Motor Vessel “OLENAPP**

Motor Vossel "GLENGARRY"

TO SHANGHAI, KOBE, YOKOHAMA & VLADIYOSTOCK.

Motor Vossal "GLENGARRY"

Motor Vossel "GLENAMOY"

Steamship "CARNARVONSHIRE"

Motor Vessel "GLENLUGE"

18th July.

3rd Aug. 14th Aug. 28th Aug.

For freight, passage and further particulare, apply to

JARDINE, MATHESON & CO., LTD. AGENTS: THE GLEN LINE, LTD.

KLAVENESS LINE

(PACIFIC

COAST-ASIATIC

SERVICE.)

REGULAR TRANS.PACIPIO SERVICE.

-DONGKONG-direct for LOS ANGELES,

SAN FRANCISCO, PORTLAND OREGON, PUGET SOUND,

SEATTLE and TACOMA,

M.8. "CORNEVILLE"

Sailing 20th July

Also issuing through Bills of Lading to Gulf and Atlantic Ports,

with transhipment at LCB ANOBLES by first opportunity. SOUTH HOUND

M.8. "PLEASANTVILLE”..... due H'kong 2646 sailing 20th July Accepting cargo for SINGAPORE and JAVA PORTS." Limited Passenger Accommodation Available.

For Freight, Paniago Raion and all other information.

Please apply to-

THORESEN & CO.. LTD.

Queen's Buildings,

Apenta.

Tel. 30237.

THE

HONGKONG

HONGKONG AT .

DAWN.

VISITOR'S IMPRESSIONS

ON ARRIVAL.

TELEGRAPH, TUESDAY, JULY 14, 1931.

THE BEN LINE STEAMERS, LIMITED

frat consideration was whether CONSIGNEES' NOTICES. to seek the luland or the maluland. As business was of little concern to me at the time, I thought that the mainland would suit me d- mirably. That also meant hotel was decided for me.

niy

So in due course, after a launch Describing his Impressions on trip from the steamer, I found my arriving in Hongkong and of his wolf landing at Kowloon, close to stay at the Peninsula Hotel, on a the big liners lying at the wharf. valt to various China Ports, the I found my way to the Peninsula Editor of the Siam Observer says:Hotel and soon was installed in I believe when you write of Hong one of the most delightful and kong the customary thing to do is comfortable of rooms, The Penin- to go into rhapsodies over the sula must be one of the finest spectacle presented from the deck hotels in the East. When I had of a stormer at night, when the

From MIDDLESBRO', ANTWERP, LONDON and STRAITS.

www.

The Steamship,

"BENALDER" Consigneas of Cargo are haroby in- formed that all Goods are being landed at their risk into tho bazardous and/or extre hazardous Godowns of The Hongkang and Kow- loon Wharf and Godown Co., Ltd., whence and/or from the wharves de-

lights crawl up the Peak, here and sited Hongkong and livery may be obtained.

Homo

it did not exlat, To

No claims will be admitted after the there all In order, indicating Homo truth, there was very little of Goods have left the Godowns, and all Goods remaining undelivered after the pad, but, and important road,

Lhis

the modern Kowloon that did exist. 16th July, 1931, will I like

be subject to the better, often glimmering in

in Where buildings and streets are rent, disorderly clumps, as

now found, there were only wide All claims against the steamer Kigantic hand had taken them and open spaces, and places that were

must be presented to the Undersign- ed on or before 29th July, 1931, or as you would with a landful of one too savoury. seed, scattered them around. I The Peninsula is near the ferry.they will not be recognized.

damaged All broken, chafed, and myself have before touched on the railway station and steamer Goodia are to be left in the Godowns, that

aspect. For it is a wonderful docks. It was, I am told, complet where they will be oxamined on the sight, and

I can excuse any Hong-al in 1929, at what cost I carmot 14th July, 1931, at 10 a.m., by Messrs. kangite taking a pride in it. But say, but it must have been stupen-Goddard and Douglas. at the risk of being charged with dous. It has been specially de- No Fire Insurance has been effected. sacrilege, I am going to mention signed for the climate, and nothing

Bill of Lading will be countersign- what think is even more im- has been akimped to make it com-

ed by pressive experience. Have you fortable and luxurious. The build. aver ridden into Hongkong

har-ing

in fireproof, being of reinforced hour in the very early morning, at concrete, with granite finish. It bour when landsmen {Fr has eight storeys, surmounted by a Banally unleep? If you have, then cool and delightful roof garden, I believe you will agree that you from which a magnificent view of OCEAN STEAM SHM CO., LTD. have enjoyed an experience that the harbour, the shipping, and the is unforgettable.

city of Hongkong is obtained.

CIRB, LIVINGSTON & CO. LTD.,

Agents. Hongkong, 8th July, 1931.

And

CHINA MUTUAL STEAM NAVIGATION CO., LTD.

There seems to be no end to the features one could mention. There are 260 guests rooms, magnificent- ly and comfortably furnished. Consignees per Company's Vessel, Magnificence and comfort are not always synonymous, but here they are, Most of the rooms are pro-

vided with a private bath room im

"AUTOLYCUS" From UNITED KINGDOM via SINGAPORE.

are hereby notified that their cargo

But you have to get up betimes, for you first taste the experience hefore actually you enter the har- hour. If it be just the edge of the cold season human frailties may tempt you to lie abed, but if there still be in

you the "artistic glow," you will jump up, throw on B dressing gown, too thin per-parting that sense of luxury and will discharged into Holt's Wharf haps for the carly morning chill if

providing that convenience, which Kowloon, where it will lie at Con- you have come direct from a

WAFM

is not always noticeable with hotels signees risk and subject to bermas and country, and

deck. From in the East. go on

even in the larger conditions of storage at Holt's Wharf. the sky all but a few of the bolder cities of India. There is a large The Cargo will be ready for delivery stars have withdrawn.

wn, there is a ball room, a dining room, a grill-from Gadown on and after 13th July. haze over the sea, and the dim

room In which of an evening you 1931. outlines islands bring the can deport yourself as a millionaire

of

Optional cargo will not be landed feeling that you are not far from In gorgeous surroundings.

here, unless notice has been given Victoria,

There is

san carle sense relatively slender purse. Then if prior to steamer's arrival bat carried of grandeur, grandear that is more you wish to be more informal, there on from port to port to the final of felt than seen.

The sea in the is the cafeterka, where you can bu call to which the option extends, dawn has that

All broken, chafed, and damaged with one. way

Weserved with the simplest dish or goods are to be left in the Godowas, do not feel that indescribable smelt of a bloak cold morning of with a dinner or lunch as elaborate where they will be examined

fans you could order in the grill room. Tuesdays and Fridays between the harder and steruer clime, with a During my stay I tried the lot, hours of 10.45 am and noon within lowering sky

and the bite of according to the mood.. and driving rain. There is here some thoroughly enjoyed ench.

The

and

ពន

***They have been provided with a

the froc storage period.

any

No claims will be admitted after

remaining

undelivered after the 20th July, will

be subject to rent.

thing softer, something more children are specially catered for. Godown, and all Goods

the Goods have left the steamer's lusive

something m more allur- ing. There is a nip in the air if you have lived for a few years in warm climates, you will shiver in your tropical dressing And set away in a quiet part must be presented to the undersigned

robe; but in the soft langourous breeze there are fitful sighs, there are fascinating secrets in this morning air around you, and your heart in warin.

even with on bath Foom Alted luxuriously, but on a minor scale.

of

All Claims against the Steamer

on or before the 3rd August, 1931, or they will not be recognized,

No Fire Insurance will be effected.

BUTTERFIELD & SWIRE.

Agents. Hongkong, 13th July, 1931.

the building is an operating theatre. with doctor in attendance at cer- tain hours. There are many peo- ple who are fascinated by an operat- ing theatre. I am not one, but it That is your approach. As you

was not hard to believe that here enter the harbour and the ship was

was not a toy but a place equipped noses around for its anchorage.

even for major operations. I men- you

high grey buildings that then the theatre to show how every pass

a worry and to react on the ner- spunk of a world port, you look detail has been considered in the yes, but the guest in this respect towards the Peak with its houses struction of this palatial build-is quite safe at the Peninsula, for strewn irregularly on its side, and

with all the grandeur, all the

ing.

you turn towards the level land I have mentioned the building "system" he is not swamped,

of the Peninsula and wonder how many harbours in the world eat present such a picture.

1 arrived at Hongkong under such conditions, and if I were to have the cholce, infinitely would I prefer a morning entrance to one in the dusk of evening, when the lights begin to twinkle.

Je his

But

and its lety aut, but not the service gains the impression that This is of the best. The servants pleasure and his corsfort are the are all specially selected in order special care of the management. that no touch of incapacity will de- That is something that is too often preciate the comfort the guest feels wanting in the large hotel. when set down in such splendid sur Mr. E. 0. Arregger, the Manager. roundings. You may remain in and Mr. A. G. Piovanelli, Assistant von your room, or even your bed, and by Manager, are highly experienced means of the telephone, ask to be in their profession, and nothing put in touch with whatever depart-could be more genial and more.

ennsiderate and more ment you desire. Your guide is

personal On arrival at Hongkong the printed list, Bung by your bedside, than the manner In which they estion was where to stay. Unless informing you the departments that contrive to keep in touch with, you are a person of regular habita deal with different services, Every- and to meet the wishes of their and make but your programme thing moves quietly and smoothly, guests while most efficiently run- beforehand, this usually is a ques as if on well oiled wheels. Thinking this gigantic establishment. tion that confronts you when you what this means to the mental con- The Peninsula Hotel is a "hume arrive in some strange port. Oftentment of a guest.

· from home"-and yet something a Į received advice. The} Too much efficiency is apt to be great dent more.

Where to Stay.

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M.V. "TAI

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JULY 18th

for

SHANGHAI, KOBE, YOKOHAMA, SAN FRANCISCO, LOS ANGELES. NEW YORK & BOSTON.

For Passenger and Freight information please apply :-

DODWELL & CO., LTD.

Queen's Buildings.

Agents.

Telephone 28021.

P. & 0. BRITISH-INDIA, APCAR AND EASTERN & AUSTRALIAN LINES.

(COMPANIES Incorporated in ENGLAND) Taking Cargo on through Bills of Lading for Straite, Java and Parma, Coylon, India, Persian Gulf, Mauritius, E. & 8. Africa, Australasia, including, New Zealand & Queensland Perts, Red Sea Egypt, Constantinople, Greece, Levantine Porta Europe Etc.

PENINSULAR & ORIENTAL FORTNIGHTLY DIRECT ROYAL MAIL STEAMERS.

(UNDER CONTRACT WITH B.M. GOVERNMENT.)

8. S.

RAWALPINDI 1*PERIM

+KHYBER

Tons

From Hong-

་

Destination

kong (about)

17,000 18 July. noon.

7,700 25th July.

Bombay, M'los & L'don M'ies, Havro, L'don, H'burg,

Rotterdam & Antworp

*KIDDERPORE 1*SOMALI

9,000 5,300 6,800

1st Aug.

M'las, L'don, R'dm & A'werp

5th Aug.

Straits, Colombo & B'bay

8th Aug.

M'los, Gibraltar, Havre,

L'don, H'burg, R'dam & A'worp

RAJPUTANA **PADUA

↑ KARMALA

*Cargo only.

17,000 | 15th Aug. | Bombay, M'los & L'don

5,900 22nd Aug.

M'les, Havre, L'don, H'bus,

Rotterdam & Antwerp

9,000 | 29th Aug.

|

M'los, L’don, R'dm,

A'werp & Hull.

Calls Casa Blanca. Calls Djibouti.

"Calls Karachi & Porta Bwettenham.

Frequent connections from Port Said for Passengers and Cargw so Constantinople, Pireaus, Smyrna and other Levant Parts by Steamgen of the Khedivial Mail 9.8. Co.

BRITISH INDIA-APCAR SAILINGS

*SIRDHANA 8,000 27th July. *TILAWA 10,000 | 7th Aug, "Calls Port Swettenham.

S'pore, Penang & Caloutta

S'pora. Penang & Calcutta

B. I. Apcar Line steamers have excellent accommodation for lat and 2nd class passengers.

--EASTERN & AUSTRALIAN SAILINGS (South) -

NELLORE TANDA NANKIN

7,000 7,000

1st Aug.

2nd Sept.

7,000

2nd Oct.

Manila, Rabaul,

Brisbane, Sydney

and Melbourne

Regular Monthly Sailings from Hongkong to Shanghai and Japan and Hongkong to Australia.

Hong-Kong to Sydney--19 days, Frequent connections from Australia with the following:--- The Union 8.8. Co's Steamers to the United Kingdom via New Zoaland, Vancouver, San Francisco, etc.,

The P. & 0. Royal Mail Steamers to Londen 'and

The P. & 0. Branch Service of Steamers to London via Bum.. The New Zealand Shipping Co.'s Steamers for Bouthampton mad- London in Panama Canal.

SAILINGS TO SHANGHAI & JAPAN CHEAP SUMMER TRIPS TO JAPAN. JUNE TO SEPTEMBER.

TILAWA

| 10,000 | 16 July. p.m. | Amoy, S'hai, Moji, Kobe

& Osaka 17,000 17 July, 10 a.m. 8'h, Kobe & Yoko 5,300 22nd July. | Shanghaj, Moji & Kobe 8,000 31st July. Amoy, Moji, Kobo; Yoko

& Osaka S'hai, Moji, Kobe & Yoko S'hal, Moji, Kobe, Osaka

& Yoko

RAJPUTANA

ALIPORE SANTHIA

KARMALA TANDA

¡SOUDAN CATHAY *TALMA

INANKIN

1Cargo only.

J

9,000 31st July. 7,000 7th Aug.

16,800 | 8th Aug. 15,000 14th Aug.

|| 10,000 | 14th Aug.

S'hai, Kobe & Yoko S'hai, Kobe & Yoko

Amoy, B'hai, Moji, Kobe

& Osaka

| 7,000 | 27th Aug. | S'hai, Kobe & Yoko Calls Nagoya

*Calls Wei-Hal-Wai, Tsingtau & Shanghal on return from Japand All dates are approximate and subject to alteration without notice.

Parcela Measuring not more than 5 oft, will be

received at the Co's Office up to noon on the day previous to sailing For Passage Rates, Handbooks, Freights, etc., apply to

MACKINNON, MACKENZIE & Co..

P. & O. Bldg., Connaught Rd., C., Agents.

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