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Forowded. #The pressure was, however, relieved by a refreshment room, adjoining the ante- room, where light refections were dispensed, and a card-room and bar in the Library, where stronger liquors aud cigars and cigarettes were to be had. Major Sir John Carrington, as the principal host of the evening, was much in evidence. Vice Admiral Sir Edward Seymour and Major-General Gascoigne, and Lieu1, Hobson, the hero of the "Merrimac" were also present. The death of Prince Alfred of Coburg prevented the attendance of 1.R.H. Prince and Princes Henry of Prussia and H.E. Sir Henry and Lady Blake. For the same reason many of the Gurmiau naval officers were prevented from attending. There was, however, no lack of variety among the uniforms, from the gay scarlet tauic to the khaki-coloured
CHINÁ OVERLAND TRADE REPORT.
PIRACY ON THE CANTON AND WEST KIV, 18.
MEASURES FOR ITS SUPPRESSION.
THE BRITISHI CONSUL MAKES REPRESENTA TIONS TO THE VICEROY,
The pirates of the West River and Canton delta appear to be becoming bolder than ever. On the 1st instant a steam-launch owned by Chanchiun left her anchorage off the Custom Mr. Fisher and running between Canton and house at Canton shortly after 10 e.m. and pro- ceeded on her customary run, but when she had reached a point off Birdsnest Fort she was attacked by a number of pirates who had come on board at Canton as passengers.
These men
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report on the effect of raising the fees. I am, however, of opinion that not more than a dozen boys left on the latter account Over 100 boys returned in September cheerfully paying ar- rears, which varied from $12 to $18; and 148 new boys were admitted, the largest number ever enrolled in the last quarter of the year; both of which facts may be taken as indications that the Chinese recognise the increased rate as reasonable.
4.-The total amount of fees was $21,598
which is an increase of $8.138 upon the pre- than double the collection in 1896. Owing to a vious year's revenue from this source, and more reduction of $1,200 in the Crown Agents' ac count, the cost of the College to the Govern- ment was $16,303, or $9,320 less than in 1897.
5.-The following table will illustrate the
cloth of the Maxim company of the Volunteer | produced revolvers aud having overawed the varying fortunes of the College during the last
Corps.
crew proceeded to search all on board and se- The music was supplied by the band of the
cured booty to the value of over $200. They then Royal Welsh Fusiliers, whose playing was much
left the launch in a snake boat which was wait admired. We may add that a feature in thing for them and cleared off. programme was The Bluejuokets Waltz," by Mrs. Davison, wife of Commander Davisou, R.N., of the Humber, which was given in public for the first time.
and The composition does Mrs. Davison infinite credit. The follow
ing was the full programme :—
Č Valso **** Valse
Lancers
Valse
Barn Dance
The Caledonians
Polka
Valse
Lancers Valse
Highland Sohottische
Valso
The Caldonian's
Válne
Birn Dance
Valse Gulop
" Victoria & Merrie England." Darling Mabel." "Up to Dato." "The Blue-jackets waltz."
"The Little Jap." "Eugene Oreguin
"A Giddy Night."
"Hosen Aus Dem Suden."
"Monduscht suf Due Alster."
** Memories." "Hand-in-Haud.' "Pagliacol. "The Trumpet Call.” Dancing commenced at nine o'clock, and was kept up until half-past one the following morn- ing. There was an interval for supper, which was served in the Theatre, the following being Sygethe ménag-.
*
Lobster Salad.
¤ Saddle of Mutton. Roast Beef. Roasthicken.
i orued Beef. Corned Tongue.
Roast Capon.
Roast Turkey. Cold Ham
Game Pis.
Roast Pheasant
Orange Jelly.
Jam Tarts
Calf's Foot Jelly.
Blanc Mange.
Assorted Cakee.
Strawberry Ice Cream, Coffer Ice Cream. Pineapple Ice Cream,
Fruit.
Cheese.
Coffee.
The following were the stewards :-Major Sir J. W. Carrington, Knt. C.M.G.; Captains L. A. C. Gordou, R.A., Chapman, E. D. San dora; Surgeon Capt. J. A. Lowson; Lieuts, D). Macdonald, G. . Fullerton, M. W. Slade; Surgeon Lieut. F. O. Stedman; Corps Q.-M.- Sergt. G. W. Watling; Bty-Sergt.-Major G. L. Duncan; Coy,-Sergt.-ajor F. J. Bade- ley By.-Qr.r.-Sergt. J. Coyle: Sergt. Drum- mer A. Brown; Sergeants H. M. McPhail, W. H: Armstrong, A. H. Skelton, J. H. Under wood, Corporal M. S ̃Northcote; Bombardiers A. P. Nobus, W. Hart; Guuuers W. M. Thom- son, C. E. Birt, R. Head, A. Uphill, 0). 1.
Thomson.
The China Gazette of the 1st January says:- We regret to have to record that Mr. H. w. Gye, who is well known in Shanghai, made what seems a determined attempt to take his own life, though it may have been a misadventure or ac cident, last evening in the reading room of the Masonic Club, by taking a large dose of mor. phine. Fortunately he was very quickly dis- covered to be in an unconscious state and medi- cal aid was snmmoned in time, Dr. Sloan was happily soon on the spot and was quickly followed by Dr. Reid and Zedelius and prompt measures were taken to prevent the patient succumbing to the effects of the poison. At one time it looked as if he could not recover, but this after noon we are glad to sɩy Mr. Gye was recovering, No explanation is as yet forthcoming as to his reasons for his action, which has produced a very painful impression,
Another case of piracy occurred on the 30th ultimo, when a stern-wheel boat on her way from Canton the Fatsban carrying passengers cargo was looted by pirates who had taken passage by her.
We are glad to learn that strong representa. tions respecting the present intolerable state of affairs have been made to the Viceroy by Mr. R. W. Mansfield. the British Consul at Canton. Some time ago Mr. Mansfield made a suggestion that the old German 16-knot tor- pedo boats, of which twelve are lying at Wham- poa, being useless for modern warfare, might
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very well employed in the suppression of piracy. It was in accordance with Mr. Mans- field's suggestion that two of these boats were sent up the West River the other day and we hope soon to hear that others have been detached for the same service. It would be still more satisfactory if Mr. Mansfield could induce the British Government to take the suppression of piracy into its own hands, or at least induce the Chinese Government to avail itself of the assistance of British officers in carrying out the work.
Over eighty cases of piracy were reported in the native press during 1898 and probably many more actually took place. The reach from Samshui to Shuibing has been particularly infested by pirates. The Viceroy is reported to have threatened the captains of the guard. boats with degradation on account of their lack of vigilance.
PRZE DAY AT QU'EN'S COLLEGE.
INTERESTING ADDRESS BY H.E.
THE GOVERNOR.
On the 3rd Feb. was prize day at Queen's College and as usual a large andience was assembled in the principal room for the purpose of witness- ing the successful scholars get their rewards. His Excellency Sir Henry Blake, G.C.M.G., presided, and there were also on the platform Mr. G. H. Bateson Wright D.1. (Head master) and Mrs. Wright, Bishop and Mrs. Hoare, Lady Carrington. Viscount Suirdale. A.D.C., the Hon. Sercombe Smith, the Hon. and Mrs. F. H. May, the Hon. and Mrs. Ormsby. the Hon. E. R. Belilios, the Hon. Dr. Ho Kai, Captain Müller, A.D.C., Mr. A. G. Romano (Portuguese Consul-General), Mr. K. Uyeno (Japanese Consul), and the Hon. Dr. Ho Kai.
The HEAD MASTER read his report as fol- lows:-
1.-The total number on the roll for the year 1898 was 1,344, or 132 in excess of the previous year. The largest numbers present in any one month were 1,014 in February and 1.007 in March, as against 961 and 953 in 1897. The largest attendance in one day was 991, while in 1897 it was 911.
2.-In spite of thus raising our number of seats 924 to 1014, we were obliged to turn away over 120 boys. I therefore reported to the Government that the demand for admission exceeded the accommodation, and recommended an increase in the rate of fees from 1st April. His Excellency the Acting Governor, on the advice of the Governing Body, approved, and Government Notification No. 103 was accor- dingly published.
3.The attendance from the end of March onwards was seriously affected by the plague, so that it is not possible to makethe reliable
five
years:-
Actual
Average ex-
pense of each Scholar per Average DailyAttend-
Monthly
Enrolment.
Daily Average
Attend-
School
Fees.
Nett
Expendi-
ance.
ture.
Maxm.
Minm.
ance.
Number
Number
of
School
Scholars. Days.
H
of
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647
521
825
753
12,667.
9,948
13,460
21,598 545 $11,562
$25,752.00
27,541.15 128,431,50
25,623.52
16,303.91
$47.22
43,61...
52.86
31.06
21.65
:.196
1994
1,043
292
881
1895
1,024
233
1896
988
235
1897
1,212
230
1898
1,344
235
1,014
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6. In my last report. I stated that the sug gestion for the appointment of four Senior and four Junior Assistant Masters, instead of six Assistant Masters, was approved, but that we the Senior Assistant Masters before the full should have to await another vacancy amongst Dumber of eight Assistant Masters could be attendance and ampler revenue, it has been de- attained. In view, however, of the increased cided to appoint a third Junior Assistant Master
at once.
7.-Owing to various departmental economies ($1,958), the total extra increase in the estimated expenditure for 1899, due to these charges, is $2,207; at which extra cost the College has the benefit of two additional English Masters and a native Mathematical Master. A further re- duction of at least $1,272 will be effected, when, in accordance with the approved scheme, it shall be found practicable to transfer to other departments one Senior English Assistant Master and two Senior Chinese Assistants. This will leave at most 8935 as the final sotnal extra expenditure caused by those changes.
8. Mr. E. Ralphs was appointed on March 23rd, and Mr. B. James, B.A., of Merton Col- lege, Oxford, arrived on the last day of Sep- tember. These gentlemen are the two junior Assistant Masters selected in lien of appointing one Senior Assistant Master to the vacancy caused by the resignation of Mr. Jameson, in September, 1897.
9. On the 1st March, Mr. U Hang-kam, A.A., distinguished in Mathematics at the Oxford Senior Local Examination, 1895, was
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