The fact of such widespread representation is an indication of the large place the Y.M.C.A. has in the national life of China. Without question, it is one of the leading national organizations of the Chinese at the present time. Holding a high place in the thought of the people for its unselfish service for the country's good, and commanding the confidence of the Chinese people in every city and educational institution in which it is organized. Without political affiliations of any sort, its membership and personnel being Chinese, Tt gives the people of China a chance to meet on a united programme of wholesome advance for the good! of the country scarcely offered by any other body.
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