A_ most enjoyable picnic took ph jen Monday under the uspicesof the tesbury House, the Shanghai Seaman's Mission, to the beautiful grounds of Mr. E. Tenner Hogg at Jessfield. The party left the Shaftesbury House shortly before 11 o'clock, and cot ed of men from H.3 Arethu bot, U Helena and ith ladies and workers of the min's Mission, who drove and cycled to Between 70 and 30 partook of ch on arrival, and games and sports were ler of the day. Capt. Startin, Arethusa was present, and a leading part in all the games, the tug-"
ar being the principal feature. At the eonclusion of these tea was served, and later prizes were distributed to the successful competitors by Miss Bell. The heartiest thanks are due to Mr. and Mrs. Hogg for throwing their grounds open to the men and for the arrangements made by them for the convenience of the company. A round of cheers were given for Mr. and Mrs, Liege.
is Bell and Capt. Startin, before the
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