were crowded gatherings. When; this was outgrown a committee woe temperance Hall" on a} scriptions to build a;
small site purchased for that use, abutting on the Taku Road. The building wae plain amd externally bled with a few words of English, was unattractive, but a Chinese cook, installed as steward, and was able; to prepare simple meals. There were games, papers, books (the ber! other allurements. For the use of ginning of a working library) rape this place and for heat, light, and service, the modest sum of 25 centa/ a week was asked of each registered attendant.
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