The Christians in this region are not to be out-done by their wealthier and more numerous neighbours, and recently dedicated Eh the second large church (built largely with Whtjwo money) inside the city walls. The impressive services were attended by the members of both Protestant missions who formed a large and interesting audience, hearty congratulations of his Christian coworkers on the completion of this important enterprise. The Rev. Mr. Martin of Foochow preached the dedication sermon, the same being interpreted. into Lunghua by the C. M.S. pastor at Singiu. Mrs. Shaw with characteristic kindness provided a bountiful repast for the Europeans who took part in the services. It was decidedly a day of good things, both spiritually and otherwise, and will long be remembered by both natives and foreigners.
Text read from the printed page and cleaned; old type leaves the occasional error.