One of the function of Canton, in which all the Europea and American Indies take part, is th arly bazaar held on behalf of the Gitfs' Boarding School of the Wesleyan Mission. It was held a woak ago in the Club theatre. The building was tastefully decorated with the flags of many nations, among which those of the Great Powers were conspicuous The nttondance was not quite so large on some previous years, because unfort-nately the Hongkong regatta fell on the same date and several of those who usually patronise the bazaar were down yonder winning both prizes and renown. However, those who took part in the sale, and neatly all the ladies on Sh were kind enough to ussist, were with the results of their efforts. More than seven hundred dollars wore taken. and though something must go to meet current expenses and something more for Japanese works of art, all those who are interested in the well-being of the women of China will be glad to know that a considerable balance will remain to meet the current expenses of the big boarding school for the coming year. other hospital will presently be opened ned tions, consisting of skilfully worked rad under French auspices. The institution Chinese characters forming such legends owes its existence, it is said, to the, energy and munificence of a French gentleman, Mr. Paul Doumer, who spent some years in Annam, and moved to pity for] the Chinese when they are overtaken by serious sickness, and the appalling ignorance of those who care for the health of their fellow-countrymen, determined!to found a hospital in Canton. It was reported to me that the French Government also assisted. I went through the building to-day. It is finely situated, for whilst it is placed in a comparatively poor position, it occupies a healthy site on the river's bank, and stands in its own grounds, which are somewhat extensive as things are down here. The hospital buildings are built of red brick and the floors are laid of glazed tiles. All modern medical improvements a: in evidence. The operating theatre seems to a layman eminently suited for the work that will be done therein. It was reported to me that the Chinese ha subscribed a large sum of money, in ad tion to the donation of the French gentleman, and that sufficient fa institution pital. This is perhaps to be regretted, because the doctors in charge of the older hospitals, both in Canton and Fatshan, have been making persistent that the hospital will be a great boon to the Chinese, and will confer untold blessings on those who are moved to seck its proffered assistance. Dr. Mins, of Shameen, will have control. indicates that both Chinese fave united to erect it. It is said that it no way affiliated with the Roman Catholic Cathedral here.
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