We recommend 1.—That for the present the work of the rest house'and all transportation to and from the mountain be under the control of the Secretary, as well as all assistants, servants and workmen connected therewith. That he be furnished with a competent native assistant and that he be authorized to take all steps necessary to enforce the regulations relating to the landing, the rest house and the transportation service; and as far as possible to look after the general interests of the Association, 2.—That the Association express its appreciation especially of the services of the chairman, Dr. Parker, and of the Treasurer, Mr. Ware, who have given much of their time to furthering the interests of the Association during the year and who have both resigned their offices because of intended absence from China.
3.—That the incoming Board of Directors be instructed to take steps to issue licences to all contractors and dealers doing business on the mountain, charging such fees as they may decide upon; and that the Board be authorized to revoke the licences of those who
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