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be done by Associations formed for the different sections of the community. The success of this plau has been largely due, no doubt, to the fact that these different sections have themselves desired separate Association, It is evident now that the local conditions in Hongkong are not as propitious for the sucessful working out of this plau as in the West, but it was hoped at the inception of the movement here that these separate Associations would be organized before there was auy unfounded suspicion that the Associatious already formed were animated by any class feeling. To this end the constitution provided, for Chiness, European, Army, and Navy Associations, with a clans: stating that Depart ments would be formed as the work might demand. In addition to those named, the management had in mind tho formation of Associations for the college students, and non-Europeans other than those mentioned.
THE HONGKONG WEEKLY PRESS AND
principal figure at this time was Tsinshih-huaug. Ti, styled the Napoleon of China. He built the great wall and constructed canals and roads, some of which exist to this day. This monarch is not beloved by the Chinese because he destroyed all the classic works, as he wished to constract the empire anew with himself as the first emperor. Buddhism was introduced about A.D. 61. The lecturer expressed opinion that it was absurd to attempt to estimate the the number of Buddhists in the world as the number in China could not be calculate, owing to the fact that many followed several forms of religion at the same tim›. The lecturer dwelt on tho literature of China and the illustrious period when the country was onjoying a civilisation at the time that Europe was wrapt in ignorance. The leading events in the country's history were sketched by Mr. Ball, who concluded his interesting lecture by a referencs to the abatement of the anti-foreign
CONCERT AT KOWLOON DOCKS.
The open-air concert given by the Kowloon Dock Theatrical Co., at the Docks on Monday night, was a distinct success, the energetic committee, with its usual foresight, seeing that nothing was lacking to mir the pleasure of the evening's entertainment. The moon shed her mellow light on the scene, sud in conjunction with the bright are lights provided for the occasion, made the night as bright as day.
For reisons that are immaterial to this dis-feeling. cussion the time has not yet seemed ripe for the launching of these various Associations, and the managers, knowing that class distinctions are a fact in Hongkong life, saw that the original scope of this department would have to be widened, since it would be unchristian to exclude any class for whom no provision had been made. In bringing this about two things had been taken into con-ideration, (1) the feeling (right or wrong) on the part of the members that this department was intended exclusively for European civilians; (4) our obligation to those who stood at the back of us financially demanded that we should move with caution. Coincident with our efforts at a solution of this question we have been subj. cted to these. scurrilous attacks, and our problem has been thus rendered even moro difficult.
At a general meeting of the members held on the 18th of September it was found that a majority were in favour of admitting soldiers and sailors. This Committee, therefore, having arrived at a probable solution of the difficulties involved, at its regular meeting on the 2nd of October, voted unanimously to admit not only service men but any persons who might apply,
“FOUR THOUSAND' YEARS OF
JOHN CHINAMAN."
This was the title of a lecture delivered to the members of the Y.M.C.A. at their Rooms
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[October 16, 1905.
KOWLOON CRICKET CLUB.
ANNUAL MEETING.
The annual meeting of the Kowloon Cricket Club took placs at the Seamen's Institute last night-Dr, Swan presiding over a good atten.
dance.
The CHAIRMAN remarked that that was the
ing its age, he thought it was in a very satisfac first annual meeting of the Club, and, consider-
tory condition. The balance at their credit was also satisfactory. They had done very well in coming out second in the league,although in his opinion they should have won the shield.
THE REPORT.
The following was submitted:
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Report of the .C.C. for 1904-1905. Matches played in the league 18, won 12, lost 6, drawn , points 36. Position in League 2nd. Dr. Freeman presented a silver cup to the Club for the best batting average in League matches. This cup was won by Mr. Lightfoot with au Co. presented a bat to the Club for the highest average of 17.75. Mr. J. Logan of the Dock
score. This bat was won by Mr. S. Lightfoot with A The Kowloon Cricket Club have to thank acore of 96 made against P.C.C. the following Cricket Clubs for the of their grounds during the oricket season whilst the club was without ground, and they have also to thank the same clubs for their hospitality: Craigengewer C.C., Military C.C., Civil Service C.C., Parsee C.C. and Police C.C. Our present membership is 81, but there is every probability The stage erected on the courtyard displayed of this being more than doubled in a few weeks a variety of fags prettily arranged, and the
now that we have been grantel the "Cricket Sociedade Philarmonica Orchestra took up
Ground in the King's Park. Second XI. their position thereon for the opening march
members had a poor opportunity of playing dur- Hers, Thors and Everywhere," for the playing the season. They played only three matches, ing of which, under the "able baton of Mr. F. Gonzalez, they received well-meritod applause Mr. E.O. Murphy delighted the audience with his rendering of " Father O'Flyan." Mrs. Penfold followed with "Sing me to sleep," which was very sweetly sung, aud Mr. Edwards gave great pleasurs with the song of The Gay Butterfly." Me. Titmus oboe solo was excellently rendered; and Mr. W. Terrill sang Try to Forget,' though suffering from au u'cerated throat. The Belle of New York" The selection from
by the Orchestra concluded the first part of the programme, after which a tou minutes' interval was allowed for a promenade.
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HONGKONG FLOWER SHOW,
The
The second part was opened with the cake last night by Mr. J. Dyer Ball. Dealing with walk, "Hunky Dory" Mr. Hume following their origin, Mr. Ball said we first knew about with "The Carnival," which was well sung. the Chinese about 4,700 years ago, but where Mr. Wulstow, king of comics, kept they came from was not known, at least with his audiencs in
of laughter during certainty. The mytholory of the Chinese pre-his singing of It's a curious thing." In ceded their real history, theu came the response to an eucore he sang "Courting legendary history. The practice of agriculture and Married," and later obliged with and the use of wheeled vehicles commenced Pantomime," following this up with a variety about this time, during the reign of Whang Ti, of imitations in response to a vociferous encorë. whose dominions extended as far South as the Mrs. Penfold was applaudel for her song “ Ob Yaugiszə. No one had even attempted to Promise me," and Mr Pearson by the rondoring wrest the honour of the discovery of porcelain, of several violin selectious gare proof of no meau
the instrument. lacquer ware and the minufacture of silk from ability on
Mr. Murphy's the Chines, and it was the wife of Whang Ti comic song "The Prodigal" proved an attrac (B.C. 2,600) who was said to have first farmed, tive item, the refrain being lustily sung by a silk worms. The next period was the Golden number of the audience. la respouse to a Age, during which roads were made and vessels recall, he sang "Micky Rooney's Band" which built for the first time. The idea of boats is was equally well received. The Sociedade said to have originated from the study of leaves
Philarmonica's selection Crown of Gold " floating upon water. Chopsticks also came
terminated a most pleasant entertainment. into use during this period, when the Chinese did not exceed mors than two millions; ia fact the Chinese population never numbered more thau 60 millions until the end of the 17th century. The Yollow River and the province of Honan were brought under cultivation in the Golden Age, but other parts of China were over-run by wild beasts. The Chinese were not the first people to inhabit that great lind, but they either tried to drive out the aborigines or took them into their own body politic. At the period of the development of Honan everyone was so honest in China that nothing was stolen and all one had to do to keep a man prisoner was to draw a circle round him and he was confined. As in ancient Peru and Mexico kuotted cords were used at this time instead of writing, but they advanced ia due course to the knotched stick method of conveying their ideas, picture writing, and finally to writing on paper. In the next ora, Feudalism prevailed and the people were con- stantly at war with each other. This strife was succeeded by the rise of Greater China. The
We have received from the hon. secretary, Mr. S. T. Duuu, a copy of the rules and c'ass list for the guidance of intending exhibitors at the two days' Flower Show to be held on or about February 8th and 9th, 1996. Rule 2 states that all articles exhibited for competition must be grown by the exhibitors or have been in their possession at least six weeks before the day of exhibition, with the exception of button-holes and table decora. tions, and rule 7 is to the effect that the judges shall have authority to withhold the prize in any case where they are of opiuiou that there is not sufficient merit to justify an award, and to award special prizes for anything not mentioned in the catalogue.
The catalogue embraces 66 classes-6 plants for Peak gardens only, 7 plants from nay private gardens, 16 plants in pots (open to all), 16 cut flowers (open to all), 13 Chinese market gardens only, I fruit and 4 general exhibits.
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both ground and many opportunities to play all of which they lost. This season they will have
with other clubs. The Hon. Treasurer's report shows a credit b.lince of $441.96.
The report was unanimously adopted.
APPOINTMENTS,
On the motion of Mr. Cowan seconded by Dr. Swan, supported by Mr. Logan, Mr. H. Goyne Stevens was re-elected secretary. That genilə- may,
in roturing thanks, emphasised the and stated that the Colonial Secretary had necessity of maintaining the interest in the club
informed him that the Cricket Ground in the
King's Park would be allotted to them year by year on condition that they kept it in a proper state as a cricket ground.
Mr. G. H. May not being able to retain his office as treasurer, Mr. Cowau was elected to the position.
Mr. Goldring suggested that a team secretary be elected, leaving the appointment of captain to be made on the field.
The CHAIRMAN spoke in favour of a perm ɩ- nent captain.
It was decided to ask Dr. Swan to again
accept the position of captain, and that gentle-
mau consented.
Mr. Lightfoot was appointed sub-captain. The meeting agreed that a captain and sub- captain for the second XI should be appointed and it was resolved that a match sub-committee be elected in addition to the other sub-com- mitteės.
HONGKONG CORINTHIAN YACHT CLUB.
The annual general meeting of the Houg- kong Corinthian Yacht Club took place on Oct. 9th at 3 Queen's Road-Dr. Clarke, M.O.H., president, in the chair. The other members present were Messrs. J. Reidie, secretary, M. McIvor, W. H. Donald, E. M. Hazeland, J. W. Baius, F. Howell, P. Gibson, J. Hand, W. A. Crake, and Inspector Withers.
ANNUAL REPORT.
The annual report was read as follows :— The Committee have much pleasure in sub- mitting to you the Club's Annual Report and Accounts for the year ending 31st September, 1905. The club which is only in its infancy started in September last and has now a mɔm- bership of 71. The club deeply regrets to have
record the death of Mr. Sawson, one of its original members, who took great interest in the affairs of the club, and was a part owner of the Ariel. The subscription and entrance, feas for the
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