In spite of the wet weather the procession that was arranged to celebrate the eve of the German Emperor's Birthday was a great success, The German Company of the 8. V. C. tarned out at fall strength, and assembled at the Loongfei Gate of the Race Course at 9 pp. A few minutes later, preceded by three mounted Sikhs and the band of 8.M.8, Iltis, the procession started for the Band. With the exception of amall armed party all the German Volonteors carried flaming torches, as also did a number of German residents who followed in the rear. The undulating line of fire presented spectacle daring the march down Neal Road. Crowds were awaiting the arrival of the process sion at the German Club, the) verandah and balconies being packed with spectators. The river frontage of the Club was illuminated for the occasion, a large " W" formed of electric light, being " prominent feature. The Volantesrs were drawn up ip double ranks facing the entrance to the Club, and were then inspected by Mr. 'W. A. ©. Platt, Vice-Chsirman of the Connell, accompanied by Lt.-Colonel Barnes and Captain Collyer.
The inspection completed, Mr. Platt addressed the Germany Company from the Club steps. He expressed Mr.
\dale's regret at his unavoidable nce and then, in a short but felicitous speech, referred to the event that the Germany community was celebrating. The Emperor William, he said, was one of the Rolers of the world whose chief care was to look after those over whom they roled, and all present on this occasion joined in doing him honour, Oneof his principal doctrines was that all youths ought to have a military training, not only for the good of their country, but for their own good. Nearly all the members of the German Company bad bad " military alsiog, and the consequence was that the Company was " model to the rest of the S.V.C. Before very long they would have the honour of receiving the Crown Prince, and he lisd no doubt that His Royal Highes would be able to report to his angast parent how well their military training bad borne fruit here. Volunteering in China jas not ® pastime; it was a necessity, as bad been shown recently not only in Shanghai, bat also in Hankow. "Bo proceed with your procession in honour of your Emperor," Mr. Platt concluded, "knowing that our hearts go with you and that we all join in doing him homage on his birthday."
Captain Sebellhoss then replied in" brief speech, in which be emphasized the camaraderie that prevailed among. the various units of the 8.V.0, He concluded by calling for three cheers for the Vice-Chairman of the Conzeil, the
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