Laying the Foundation Stone The foundation stone of the new Customs House will be laid next Tuesday by Mr. Chu Vu-d Superintendent of Customs, in association with Mr. F.W. Maze, Commissioner of Customs. The cere-many will be'a simple one and the ions list is necessarily a very restricted one. The Superintendent. on this occasion is representing the Minister of Finance, and Admiral Tsai Tin-kan, of the Shaiwuchu, who are unable to be present.
Work on the new building is progressing steadily, and the steel columns are being placed in position. 'It is hoped to complete the structure in about two jears' time.
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