Wasih, Sept. 29.
Report comes of a new motor} road being constructed in the Ihsing district (west of the Taihu) from Chanchu to Nanshan, 15 milez long; the expense of construction is estimated at $60,000 and entirely! undertaken by the Wusih rich merchant Tso Long-fong. The reason for its construction is the difficulty of transportation of native products of Chanchu, such as bamboo shoots, bamboos, fruits, woods, wheat and rice. 'These have been' transported by donkeys and mules for many years to Nanshan, whith is the only recognized export market place for these native goods.
It is understood that the survey work was begun a few days ago and two motors, of 13 tons capacity each, and 40 goods ears have been ordered in Shanghai. The road is expected to be completed within' thin year.
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