The Archive · 1892

Steamer for Anhui Goverment

The Governor of Anhui states that he has for some time past employed two steamers, the Chengehrug and the Antu", their duties being to carry treasure, provisions, munitions, and so on. They have both suffered somewhat from long use, especially the Anan, which has cost a good deal to Sopair.of tole youre, ad It Deailes: very small for service in rough weather. Last winter the memorialist heard that the Viceroy at Nanking was going to lay the Tuan, He therefore asked the Viceroy to let him use it lustes The Tuan is 130 feet long, and 19 feet broad, horse-power, crew all told 49, monthly expenses Tls. 650 to 680. The anton will be laid up, as her engines and boilers are in a bad state; and her Captain will command the Tuan, All expenses will be charged to the Avhui Government. The memorialist has notified the Board of Re venue and the Bourd of War.-—Approved. 28th July.

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