For personal as well, public reasons this {journal deeply regrets to learn of the death Hongkong of Mr. Alfred Hicks, Editor of the "Hongkong Telegraph" and a veteran journalist Jot wide experience in the Far East. Mr, Hicks was a man' of sound principles with a staunch Jdevotion to the standards of his profession and he belonged to a school of journalism which Jcommanded confidence in its craftsmanship and Sense of responsibility. He was a. fervent [champion of Hongkong' interests and exerelsew salutary influence on local public opinion. He had courage as well as restraint In expressing is independence of view and Hongkong Is the poorer by his death. The greatest sympathy will be extended to his wife in the bereavement which hes so suddenly come upon her.
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