Everything tagged: General

We were asked:

Certain histories state that Hong Kong lost most of its trees due to widespread cutting around WWII, and that all the current trees/flora that cover the mountains on the island came about as a result of reforestation efforts which started in the 1950s.  However, in many old photos of HK which pre-date WWII, including this one, it appears that there were no trees whatsoever on the hills.

I would like to check if the following is true: During the Japanese occupation, British prisoners of war received fermented beancurd as substitute for cheese when their Chinese servants visited them in the camp.

Jude

Interesting:

G'Day to All , Retired Navy and Merchant Engineer here Seeking any information on the Fate of Marry Soo of Hong Kong in the Early years Possably the 1960s through the 1970 , She along with her Merry Band of painters and Cleaners used to frequent the ships visiting Hong Kong to offer her unique services . She also was the owner of the Golden Dragon Bar down on the waterfront for years . She seems to have Vanashed from the History Books , Anyone having any info . I would certainly appreciate hearing from you . I did hear years past of an article writen up in All Hands Mag. of her passing .

Phil has a great breakdown of all the main locations in the series, with photos and a brief description for each one.

For more information about the cast and film, check the series' entry in IMDB.

When was the Rolex sign removed from the top of the building in Central?  Which building rooftop was it on?   It's sad because that display was so much part of HK just like the TST Railway Station Clock Tower, the Peak Tram, and the Star Ferry itself.  

Letter boxes were introduced on the tram cars operating to the Peak in November 1888 and they were discontinued in April 1897.

Does anybody have any photos of the interior of the tram cars showing such letter boxes ?

Back in the 1960s and 1970s, didn't trams on HK island tow a trolly car behind?  When did that practice discontinue and why?  As far as I could remember, there weren't any serious accidents occured when the trollys were in use, so I assume safety was NOT the issue. The trollys almost  increased the occupancy by more than 50% and helped ease the congestion tremendously.    

a friend of mine in hong kong has several canisters of 8mm film shot by her father in the 1950/60s.  it appears quite brittle and she is loathe to do it irreperable damage by handling it.  can anyone suggest a reliable local firm that could put this priceless footage on to a dvd (or other)  format?  also any idea of the likely cost?

any suggestions most welcome - thank you

I was astounded to see how much ShaTin has built up.  I remember going to ShaTin on a school field trip was such a big deal back in the 60s.  If someone can post some archives 1960s photos of ShaTin will be appreciated........especially areas surrounding the river/bay and the train station.   

TX!