U. S. Flotilla Leaves Chefoo From Our Oun Correspondent Chefoo, July 9.
Yesterday afternoon the American Torpedo Flotilla with the exception of one ship left suddenly, with sealed orders for Tientsin. It is stated that the anticipated troubles in the north account for the departure of the vessels, and that the wives of the officers have been forbidden to follow, The Admiral returned to Chefoo last night. His yacht entered the harbour about sunset and anchored just inside, near to the Breakwater. It was interesting to look through the glasses and see the numerous pinnaces racing through the water to the gangway of his yacht as soon as she had let go her anchor. The flagship and one torpedo destroyer as well as the supply ship are at present here.
Epiwemic or SIcKNEss.
There is a lot of dysentery about. According to the Chinese largo numbers of the natives are down with it. At the China Inland Mission Schools there are some serious cases and the nurses are being kept very busy. The long spell of dry weather and the exceptional heat may account for so much sickness in our midst. The weather has been somewhat peculiar of late und it is difficult to avoid chills where changes are frequent and sudden.
The International Committee are laying another stretch of asphaltum road. The piece which was put down as an experiment is wearing splendidly, and judging from its durability, it will not be long before all' the principal thoroughfares are constructed with asphaltum.
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