Mr. C. Talbot-Bowring, who has just retired from his post as Commissioner of Customs at this port, was presented with a handsome aving cup by the members of the foreign staff on his retirement. The presentation was gracefully made by Mrs. Nilson, on behalf of the staff, and was courteously acknowledged by the retiring Commissioner.
He has retired after the long service of 39} years in the Customs. It is interesting to note that he left here on Saturday evening in the str. Changwo, and it was the same steamer which brought him to Ichang 25 years ago, when he had his first appointment as Acting Commissioner.
The good wishes of the whole community follow Mr. Talbot-Bowring into his retirement, and it is hoped that he will enjoy many years of leisure in the homeland.
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