1935-09-12 — Page 12

THE HONGKONG

TELEGRAPH. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12,

1935.

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RESIDENTS' ASSOCIATION

DISCUSSION

The following are minutes of a meeting of the General Committee of the Kowloon Residents' Associa tion, held Inst Monday in St. Andrew's Church Hall:

PLAIN SPEAKING

TO ITALY

This was the prelude to one of the most exciting daya Geneva has

ad for many years.

The thronged corridors cheered the arrival of M. Laval and Sir Samuel Hoare.

Geneva, Sept. 11. It is understood that M. Laval has had a telephone conversation with Signor Mussolini, but so far Prenont-Mr. LI Chor Chins can be ascertained, Il Duce was (President). Mr. T. B. Wilson not disposed to show a more

J. H. amenable frame of mind. (Vice President), Mr. Shaw, (Hon. Secretary), Messrs. D'Alinada e Castro, C. M. Hall, W. Goldenberg, R. Peston, D. W. Munton, I. N. Murray. E. Kern, Lam Ming-fan, Lt. Col. E. D. Matthews and the Rev. J. R. Higgs. Apologies for absence were re- ceived from Mesare, R. P. Phillips, II. F. Un, and W. J. Rattey.

Markets, Letters regarding "Star" Ferry Co. Ltd., N. C. Air Mail, C.B.S. stationery, Street Lighting and Public Utilities were road and approved.

Markets. The letter from the Col. Secretary on this subject having been read it was decided to let this matter stand over until such time as it in possible to obtain information as to the type of store it is proposed to erect on the vacant ground outside the the market. The sub-committee will report if the Market Bye- Laws are travened in regard to oneroachment on passage ways.

The Bus Services

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ATTRACTIVE ISSUE BY THE

MERCANTILE BANK ̧

The Mercantile Bank of India have Issued a striking new series of Nifty- dollar notes, of the same size as their old ones.

The front la bordored with decorn- tions done in brown, which is the prevailing colour of the note. The centre is taken up by two "frames,” joined together by a bar with the

Fifty

Dollars an It. The words left-hand frame contains the hand, in brown, of classical Limes, and the other frame

young Greek has the watermark, the Greek's hend

Д

reversed. From the left-hand frame emannie alternate rays of pale yellow, pale blue, and light green, stretching to the borders, taking up whatever space is left by the frames and the the bar.

Sir Samuel Hoare's Speech Sir Samuel Hoare rose at 11.12

the 4.m. to address

hushed Assembly of the League.

In his opening sentences British Foreign Minister declared that it was unjust and dangerous- ly misleading to suggest that Britain was animated by a lower motive than fidelity to the League, and also that even this fidelity cunnot be relied upon.

On the contrary the British Government's attitude has always been unwavering fidelity to the League and in the present case it is continuing that rule.

The back of the note has a picture of a great Chinese house, with a long flight of stairs leading up to it. There are three different colour variations→ Hight brown to the left, dark brown In the centre, and light green at the right. The date of issue in July 1, 1035,

Canton Bonfire

A report has been submitted to the Kwanglung Provincial Government by the Kwangtung Prvincial Bank to The recent response of public the effect that $3,000,000 old notes of opinion shows how completely the the former Kwangtung branch of the Nation supports the Government Central Bank were destroyed publicly in full acceptance of the obliga-on September 3, says the Canton Daily tions of League membership as the S. Bills of credits, about $3,000,000 in number, inued at Hoihow, Pakhui keynote of a foreign policy.

Collective security is a complex which were recalled recently, will also and Swatow by the Provincial Bank, conception, meaning much more be destroyed soon. than what is commonly called "Sanctions." It means not merely XVI, but the whole Article

Samuel Hoare's speech, and one Covenant, and

scrupulous official, A

Interviewed by Reuter, respect for all treaty obligations, asked, "why does Britain take it was based on freely accepted such a strong line against her old and fundamental obligations to friend Italy, and show

such disputes to peaceful

weakness na against Germany and methods of settlement, according Japan?" to the procedure provided by the Covennat.

Bus Services-The Secretary re- ported that no reply had been re- ceived to our letter of August 20, but Mr. Lam Ming-fan advised verbally that the question of de- creased fares or longer sections was now under consideration.

Hongkong and

China Gas Co. Lid.The letter regarding charges having been read, together with the Gas Company's acknowledg-submit ment thereof, it was deeded to let this matter stand over await ing a futher communication.

"Star" Ferry Co. Ltd.-The Tetter to the Ferry Company and their reply thereto having been rend, it was decided to let this matter stand over for the time being.

China Light and Power Co, Ltd.-A letter from Kowloon resident regarding the electricity rates of the China Light and Power Co. Ltd. was read and the Sceret ary was instructed to write to this gentleman advising that this mat- ter was in hand.

The Playgrounds Children's Playgrounds.-After the August meeting a query arose regarding the acfion to be taken on this matter, and the Secretary was instructed to leave the subject over for further discussion at the September meeting. The K. R. A. are now advised that Government

this is needed.

If the burden of the Coveriant obligations is to be borne, it must

borne be

The collectively. security of the many cannot be ensured by the efforts of the few. however powerful.

An eminent French commenta- tor expressed the opinion that the was "one of the finest speech efforts heard at Geneva. It takes one back to the days of Lord

when Curzon,

Britain emerged from her reserve and resumed the undisputed leadership in foreign affairs."-Reuter.

Comment From Chinn

Britain's Share "Britain will be second to none in her intention to fulfil within the measure of our capacity the obligations which the Covenant Dr. W. W. Yen (China), declar- lays upon បទ We believe thated that it was gratifying that the all nations have a valuable contri- | Powers forming the pillars of the bution to make to the common League, now that they are con- stock of humanity; we believe fronted with a grave situation in that the backward nations, with out prejudleing their independence and integrity, are entitled to expect the more advanced peoples to assist in the development of their resources, and to build up their national life."

Was

Europe and elsewhere, finally realised that the pence of the world depends on their efforts to infuse new life into the League, and that for the League again to fall to assert its authority would Irretrievably ruin its efficacy as an instrument of peace.

Membership of the League auto- uatically imposed the obligation to participate in joint and collec- the tive efforts to maintain territorial and political integrity of League members.

Finally there is the obligation of collective action to terminate is taking steps to improve the Chil-war in the event of any member dren's Playgrounds, and it was, of the League resorting thereto in therefore, decided to postpone any disregard of the covenant. further action until such time as Underlying these obligations the expectation that this N. C. Air Mail-The reply from system would be universally the Postmaster General on this aub-supported by the sovereign states

If all members of the. League ject was read and the Secretary of the world, or by far the fulfilled their obligations under was requested to write to this ofli- greatest part thereof.

the Covenant neither now clal and ask if representations Sir Samuel Hoare confessed principles

procedure could not be made to the people that British sincerity to the would be necessary for assuring concerned in an effort to obtain a ideals of the League springs from collective security. reduction in rates.

an enlightened self-interest, in Describing the regional pacts The Secretary was further, in-relation to which he cited theas, like half a loaf better than no structed to write

and raise the example of the possibility of better wincle question of Postal Rates

use of the world's economic re- from Hongkong.

Street Lighting.--The Associa tion's letter to the Colonial Seere tary on this subject was read, and the Secretary advised thint to date

sources.

nor

now

broad, Dr. Yen said it was im nerative that a system of regional pacts should be extended to every part of the world.

With regard, to raw materials from Colonial possessions, it is In conclusion he said that the not unnatural under the existing League, while taking cognizance state of affairs to arousc fears of wars, declared or undeclared, he had only received a formal nc-löf exclusive monopolies being in various parts of the world, had knowledgment of his communica- established at the expense tion. It was decided to let this countries not possessing colonial terest, and the means to right matter stand over and await Gov-empires. It may be that the ernment's reply.

Traffic Matters

Trame. It is considered that the islands down each side of Prince Edward Road constitute n menace to the vehicular traffic, and

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of failed, not in that it lacked in-

problem is exaggerated and exploited for other purposes, but we should be foolish to ignore it and Britain should be ready to Investigation participate in an into these matters.

Change But Not by Threats

write to the Automobile Associa-remove causes from which war is tion and nak if they would approach apt to arise,

Some other method Government in an effort to obtain than a recourse to arms must be the removal of these islands. The found to adjust the natural play K. R. A. will support any applica of international forces, but the tion on these lines.

justice of a claim for change The Secretary was further in- structed to write to the D. P. W not necessarily proportionate to the national passions which may requesting that the unmade por- be found in support thereof, and change desired too often would

Injustices than

the Secretary was instructed Something must also be done to

tion of Waterloo Road extending

from the junction at Argyle Street to approximately 100 yards, south- wards, should be surfaced for traffic. It is considered that leny. ing a portion of unmade road as has been done, and thereby form ing a bottle-nock at this point, con- stitutes a danger to the public and that traille should have the benefit

create more removed.

it

Such changes will have to be made when the time is ripe, but not before, and not by unilateral action, and not by threats of war, Members of the League of Nations must address themselves to this as well as to other aspects of the full width of the fondway.

Botanical Gardens.-Discussion of security if the rule of law in be took place on this matter and the International affairs is to Secretary was instructed to write established and confirmed. Government and ask when it was Britain Cannot Act Without proposed to begin work upon the

Support now Jubilee Park.

wrong, but that it lacked courage to bring wrong-doors to reason.

This state of things profoundly Chinese and disappointed the other peoples.

Dealing with the Internal re- construction of China, the speaker sald that in the last few years

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been remarkable. A strong and the economic development had THE ONLY ALL-ANGLE VIEW FROM ABOVE prosperous Clijnn was the key to world economic recovery and world peace.-Router.

According to a United Press that message Dr. Yen declared the League cannot concentrate all its efforts on preserving peace in

arope and remain aloof from the During the last few years the threats to pence outside Europe. statesmen of the work seem to have attached undue and greater importance to events transpiring in Europe, and tried to minimize the gravity of those occurring elsewhore. Principles were com

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the Bake expediency, and infractions of the Covenant were-in fast-tolerated. --

ETHIOPIA'S REPLY

of

The small-statured M. Hawariat, who was scarcely visible above his desk, made an outstandingly con- cillatory, speech in which ho svel- comed any disinterested steps emanating from the League

Ethiopia.

to

A United Prenn cable states that Miscellaneous. It was SUK Sir Samuel sald that while he ested that the KR.A. should realized Italy's need for room for mako a donation of $40 to expansion "Briain was in favour of raise the economic level of the St. Andrew's Church funds, as applying collective resistance to some tangible mark of appreciation all acts of unprovoked aggression." Io said: "We shall regard! for the continued free use of the IIe appealed to Italy not to resign them as a fraternal gesture Church Hall for all their meetings, from the League and emphasized guide us on the path to progress." and also that $10 should be given that Britain will not attempt to M. Hawariat invoked the prin- to the caretaker recognition of

to

his services in preparing the hall apply sanctions unaided. "If the clple of President Wilson that self- covenant-burden-la-borne it must rule was best, and affirmed the be-- This suggestion was heartily ap be borne collectively."

lief that the Leaguo hnd ended an proved and the Secretary was in-

orn Reactions To The Speech

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