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PREMISES TO LET. TO LET corner dat, No. 1 Humphreys Buildings, from beginning of June to the end of September. Tel. 58304 or apply above address. JAPANESE CURRENCY

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(Continued from Page 1) foreign trade in Tientsin was stil affected by this prohibition.

Japan's Roply

The Under Secretary, Mr. R. A. Butler, in a circulated reply, gold that the Japanese Government had replied to the British protest.

They had claimed in their reply that the measures they had were intended to secure that Federal Reserve Notes, which were the "only legni tender" in North China, should adequately fulfil the functions of a

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1t was not a cuse, said Mr. Butler, that general control of trade foreign exchange transuctions North Chinn were under contempla- tlon,

Endorsement of all transactions would be obtained without discrimina- tion, provided that the trader con-

formed with the prescribed procedure. British interests, the Japanese Note had assured, would meet with unfnir obstacles.

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The Japanese Government sidered that no question of Treaty rights could arise in connection with such measures, because the pro- visional government had full saver- eign rights in the matter of an ex- port and Import system.

For these reasons the measures in question did not conflict with the Japanese assurances that the interests of Third Powers would be respected. and the Japanese Government, there- fore, felt justified in co-operating in the establishment system.

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Britain Dissatisfied "These measures," said Mr. Butler in conclusion, "continue to seriously affect foreign trade in Tientsin.

"His Majesty's Government con- sider that the Japanese reply is un- satisfactory, and further strong representations are under considera- tion."-Reuter.

CHUNGKING TERROR

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at the same time lose our own just interests 'well? Defending our just interests coincides with justice for China and without justice peace can never come,

I beg of you in the name of Christ and humanity to urge all good people in the West to refuse to sell the Iron and all to Japan with which she tortures and enslaves China. Thirty-two per cent. of the neces sitles of war for Japan come from America and 30 per cent, from the British Empire. Without our help Japan cunnot go on murdering China. Let us stop helping Japan. The sin of the Went against China is not our trade interests in China, but our iron and oil interests in Japan. Justice and future peace demand that we sacrifice these profits, which are paid for by Chinese blood.

The flames of the spiritual mobili- sation of Chinn for the war of re- at the re- sistance were rekindled cent fires in Chungking. Now pence

cannot come until freedom is restor- cd. Only when this barbaric inva- c. 1stopped can justice and free- dom and peace come to the Far East.

The Hving and the dead in China call for our help. God help us to respond by refusing to help Japan carry on this war in China." Lindenbank Sinking:

Court Finding

MANILA, May 17-The Anding of the Consular Inquiry Into the sinking of the Lindenbank says that the actual position of the ship when she

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PARTICULARS & CONDITIONS of the Sale by Public Auction to be held on Monday, the 22nd day of May, 1939, at 3 p.m., at the Offees of the Public Works Department, by Order of His Excelloney the Governor of one Lot of Crown Land at Kau Pul Shek, in the Colony of Hong Kong, for a term of 75 years. with the option of renewal at a Crown Rent to be fixed by the Surveyor of His Majesty the KING, for one further term of 75 years.

British Docks

Draws Protest From Hankow Consul

HANKOW, May 18. THE BRITISH Consul-General has filed a protest with the Japanese Consul regarding the continued usurpation by the Japanese military authorities of wharves belonging to Messrs. Butterfield and Swire.

Nordic States: Decline

Hitler's Invitations To Sign Pacts

BEALIN, May 17-It is under- slood that Sweden, Finland and Norway have formally informed Cler- many that they have rejected Hitler's proposals for non-aggression pacts. Their relations with the Relch are very friendly, they say, and they do not fear trouble,

Denmark, whose frontier adjoins Germany's, is reported to have de- The protest states that this praccepted Hitler's offer United Pren. tice was contrary to the agreement reached last February.

The Yunyang Maru, displaying a Red Cross flag, was berthed alongside there wharves on Tuesday for the purpose of unloading troops,-Reuter.

THREE POWERS LAND FORCES

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Intending bidders are advised that immediately after the dispo ani of the lot the Purchaser (if not the applicant) will be required to deposit with an authorised officer who will be present at the sale, the sum of two hundred dollars, ($200) in cash. This sum will be refunded on payment of the Purchase price. PARTICULARS OF THE LOT. that partles

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while the American cruiser Marble- head arrived at Kulangsu Wednesday,

Doinel,

126 Mon Landed LONDON, May 17-"Reuter" was informed by the Admiralty to-day of 42 marines cuch lunded at Kulangsu from British, Americon, and French warships.

It was added that their total number would be equal to the Japanese forces the Island

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WASHINGTON, May 17,--The State Department states that detach- ment of American sailors had been londed in the international setile- ment at Amoy to protect American Ilves and property in the event of disturbances attendant

the upon Japanese occupation.

The United States ships. Marble- head and Bulmer are at present an- chored at Amoy,-United Pren.

U.S. Note To Japan WASHINGTON, May 17.Mr. Cordell Hull announced to-day that he was preparing a note to Japan on the International Settlement in Shanghal.

The note would be the reply to the recent Japanese request for addi tional representation on the Muni- eipal Council.

There is no indication of the tenor of the note, but well-informed quar-

cerning Reuter.

The Fifty-eighth Ordinary General Meeting of the Company will be held at the Offices of the General Managers, Messrs. Jarters report that the United States dine, Matheson & Co., Ltd., Pedder is contacting Britain and France con- Strost, Hong Kong, on Thursday,

Shops Boarded Up 25th May, 1939, at noon, for the

18 Japanese May FOOCHOW, purpose of receiving the Report

and Special of the Directors, passing the Naval Landing units

Service Section officers continue their Accounts, and electing Directors searches of pedestrians and houses in Kulungsu, the International Settle- and Auditors..

ment of Amoy.

The Transfer Books of the Company will be closed from the 18th May to the 8th June, 1939 inclusive.

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Most of the shops on the island ore stl boarded up-Central News.

New Admiralty Appointments

Strict Neutrality""" HELSINGFORS, May 17-It is reported that Finland has declined Herr-Hitler's offer of a- non-aggres- sion pact on the ground that the northern countries agreed to observe strict neutrality.

It is stated that Sweden and Nor- way replied in similar terms.

The replies are being published on May 10.

A Copenhagen message says that Denmark has accepted Hitler's offer of a non-aggression pact.-Reuter,

TRIUMPHAL ROYAL

TOUR STARTS

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of Wales, and, of Queen Mary in 1901, and said: "We are overjoyed that the royal visit has begun at Quebec, the cradle of the Canadian nation, where the destinies were decided) and a responsible Covernment won.

Bulwark Of Democracy

"Never shall we cease to consider the throne as the bulwark of our democratie Institutions and constitu- tional liberties," he declared.

Thele Majesties then drove to the Citadel following the cliffside road and over the paths up which General Wolfe's army clambered before the 'battle of Quebec.

Senator Dandurand, Government leader in the Senate, speaking in French, said it was fitting that Ills:

cesty should be welcomed in the

of New Frauce, and that the respectful homage of the whole po- pulation be offered in the language! of Champlain who founded Quebec In 1000,

"Vive le Roi!"

"In changing our allegiance to Britain's King, we were able to ex- clnim like knights of old: 'Le Roi est mort, vive Le Rol! And so to- day, without hesitation, and with loyal hearts, we all cry Vive Le Rolf"

Replying in French, His Majesty said they would like to pay tribute to the ancient and beautiful city and province of Quebec in the same lan- guage as those who first brought civilisation to the banks of St. Law. rence. It was here that to-day two great live

races happily side by side. The spirit of Quebec is happy fusion of a vigorous spirit of enterprise and ancient traditions proudly preserved. "The harmonious accord of all the different elements which constitute Canada, was the ideal concertation of the fathers of your confederation. It has remained for ever present in the mind, and before the eyes of those who followed,

The King's Reply

„General Managers........

LONDON, May 17-Admiral Sir Dudley-Pound-hes--been-appointed Hongkong, 25th April, 1939. Lord Commissioner of the Admiralty and Chief of Naval Staff in succession WEDDING IN KOWLOON to Admiral Sir Roger Backhouse.

"I therefore could not desire for who has relinquished the appoint-

you who hear me better fortune than the increasingly fruitful accomplish- Miss Margaret Bell Bridement owing to ill-health.

Andrew. Cun- Vice-Admiral Sir Of Mr. W. Hopper ningham has been appointed Comment of that noble vision."

mander-in-Chief of the Mediterrane- popular Kowloon girl yeater-an with the acting rank of Admiral, In succession to Admiral Sir Dudley day was the bride in a

Pound, wedding at St. Andrew's Church. She was Miss Margaret Robson Bell, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. Robson Bell, of Kowloon Dock, who was married to Mr. Cyril Douglas Hopper, Bon of Mr. W. H. Hopper, of Bangalore, and the Inte Mrs. Hopper.

The bride looked radiant in a almple gown of white satin cut

Rear-Admiral T.AV. Phillips has been appointed a Lord Commissioner

Naval Stoff in succession to of the Admiralty and deputy Chief of Admiral Cunningham-Reuter.

Vice-

GENEROUS DONATION Society for Protection Of Children

At the monthly meeting of the on princess lines. She carried a Executive Committee of the Society sheaf of arum lilies. Attending for the Protection of Children on her were Miss Nancy Kempton, Monday, the Chairman (Sir Atholl bridesmaid, and Daphne Margaret K. C. Teang had donated $1,500 in Puncheon (the bride's niece) as flowergirl. Miss Kempton wore a amart frock of turqouise mark

quisette, and the flowergirl was in white not overpink taffeta. Each carried a Victorian posy.

Mrs. George Puncheon (formerly Miss Elan Bell), accompanied by her small daughter Daphne (the flower girl) arrived in the Colony by the Ming Sung from Shanghal In order to attend her sister's wedding.

MacGregor)

announced that Mr.

memory of his mother, Mrs. Tsang Kl-look. The money had been in- vested and the income would be used for educational purposes. The Committee's deep gratitude for Mr. Trang 4 generosity was expressed,

The King handed Mr. Duplessis the reply to his address of welcome, in which His Majesty expressed heartful appreciation of the welcome tendered the Queen and himself.

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He added:" "Canedians of French descent are justly proud of their ancestry and deeply attached to their language and customs. They have, In associations with their compatriots of other lineage, evolved a common citizenship, united In love for Canada, loyalty to the Crown, and devotion to the ideals of democracy and freedom which are dear to all who dwell under the British dog." Reuter,

Canadians Are Hoarse

Quebec, May 17. From early morning till late to- night, thousands upan thousands of Canadians have cheered themselves hoarse in an enthusiastic welcome to Their Majestics.

This afternoon, 30,000 school-

It was Renounced that the amount ren, singing' "God Save The

many mcă-

and "O Canada" greeted the raised by the Women's Auxillary King and the Queen on the Plains of at the recent ball, when outstanding | Abraham, monies were received, would total Later Their Majesties issued a $2,800,

statement which sald they were The Treasurer (Mr. A. McKellar) "deeply touched by the

welcome Mr. M. Robson Bell gave his stated that there were two new life sages of

and goodwill daughter away in marriage. Mrs. members, Mrs. A. S. Johnstone and reaching them on their arrival from and the all parts of the Dominion with a corsage of African daisies.

"The volume of these messages is so great that it is not possible for Their Majesties to answer them' In- dividually. They wish, however, i express to the senders, their sin- cerest thanks for the good wishes."--- Reuter,

struck the reef was 10 miles south of Bell wore a clover shaded lace frock Mr. Wong Chi-po.nowledged the United States,”

her estimated position.

Whether the error was due to the unusual set of the currents, or other wise, it has not been determined.

The report adds that the Master took all steps possible to ensure the safety, of the ship and the crew.→→ Reuter,

The Committee

Rev. J. R. Higgs offelated at the | grant for 1939 of $250 from the ceremony, and Mr. Rupert Baldwin Ministering Children's League. was at the organ. Mr. Peter Morri- undertook the duties of best

ITIKE.

A largely attended reception was held at the Peninsula Hotel, after which Mrs: Hopper changed into a turquoise blue linen frock with white "WE ARE ABANDONED" | accessories. The honeymoon is being

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(Continued from. Page 1.) pected that 10,000 chlidren will be Involved.

The whole scheme a subject to approval by the League, and the Permanent Mandates Commission is expected to consider it in. Juno, par Ing it on to the League Couneli

The White Paper will be discussed by the House of Commons on Monday and Tuesday next, when Mr. Malcolm MacDonald will explain the Govern- mit's reason for the decisions Aduter

The case report for April showed 174 new cases; 3,852 people visited the Society's offices and the average income per head of cases on relief was $1.50.

Mrs. W. Park, Secretary for the Creche, reported that attendance had shown a gratifying increase and now

averaged about 40 daily.

SANCTIONS BY LEAGUE spent at Repulse Bay.

WEDDING NOTICES

The Commilleo learnt with regret

"ARE" URGED The following forthcoming wed-of the resignation, owing to their dings are announced:

impending departure on leave, of Continued from Pagë 1.) Alfred Slukay Lau, solicitor, of Mrs. N. L. Smill and Mrs. A.N No. 1. Suffolk Road, Kowloon Tong,Overell, Chairman and Secretary

Mr. Leslie

what instructions to Miss Beatrice Yu So-law, of No. 1, respectively, of the Women's Auxs were given to the British represents- Robinson Road.

Trang Chil-wen, staff of the Minis Committee's deep appreciation of the mit the Government, beyond saying fiary. The Chairman expressed the live, but Mr. Butler refused to com- try of Communications Kwangtung, work done by them for the Society, that Viscount Halifax would be of No. 101, Fuk Wah Street, Shum The Chairman extended a welcome attending shuipo, to Miss Do Ling-po, of No. 17. Wyndham Street.

to Mrs. J. T. Smalley and Mrs. T. J, Mr Lealle then asked. Is the Gould, now Chairman and Secretary Minister aware that huge quantities nt ho Auxdiary

one of nickel ore are being sent from Canada to Japan? Isn't it.ume como netlon aliould be taken?

Lie Hak-joo, merchant, of No. 8, Peace Avenue, Hemuntin, to Miss It was decided to appoint a sub- Wong Piu-chail, of No. 41, Sal Yes committee to consider means of Street, Mongkok,

Increasing, the Society's work for Simon Lau, clent, of No. 112,children between the ages of ave Gloucester Road, to Miss Chian, Lel- and nine, for whom little, was done chun, of No. 111, Gloucester Road at present, c

Mr Butler replied that no doubt consideration would be given to ind point to which Mr. Lealle,referred. Reuter

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