The fund in aid of the sufferers by the recent typhoon has reached the substantial sum of $17,352, plus £50 generally donated by the Maharajahs of Gwalior and Bikanir. The Chinese residents, I am pleased to seo, have come forward in good numbers to help their nationals in distress.
BOXING CONTEST, A boxing contest took place in the Theatre Royal on the night of the 19th inst., at which the Governor, H.E. Sir Blake, and party were present. Both contestants were from H. M.S. Undaunted. The prize was a handsome silver cup of Chinese design, having in front a shield and ribbon, the former for the winner's name and the latter for the names of the competitors. Donald, H.M.S. Undaunted, was the winner.
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