After an illness extending over six weeks the death took place-at the Victoria Nursing Home on Mon. day of Mr. R. $ Dougal who, during close on a 20 years' stay in Shanghai, had worked for Messrs. Andrews & George.
Deceased was a native of Scotland, hailing from the Glasgow district, but early in life he set out for overseas and saw service in the South African War. After the conclusion of fighting there he came to the Far East and joined Messrs. Andrews & George with whom, as stated he remained until his death. A week or so ago it was evident that he was in a very dangerous condition put towards the end of last week there were indications of improvement. On Sunday, however, pneumonia developed and he passed away yesterday.
Deceased was prominent in Masonic circles, a member of Cosmopolitan Lodge, and also an enthusiastic member of the Shanghai Scottish. In early years he served in the Legion of Frontiers-men. Aged 47 years, he leaves a' ste SRP
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