Phelps conducted the civil cere-many at the residence of the Baptist ladies of the W. M, S. A reception, largely attended by the foreign community, was held at the conclusion of the ceremony, many old friends gathering to felicitate both Mr. and Mrs. Davidson, who have been long amd favourably known in the capital. The happy couple are going to take up educational work in Chungking.
Mr. Ogden has just arrived from Peking to take up the duties of H. B. M. Vice-Consul, in place: of Mr. Steptoe, who recently was appointed to Shanghai. Mr. Louis King, of Tibetan border fame, is acting in the capacity of Consul-General at present. We understand that, in the spring, Mr. G. A. Combe, of Kiukiang, will come to Chengtu, when Mr. King expects to go to Chefoo.
Captain Cockell, of the Consular staff in Peking, was.a visitor in Chengtu last week. With his wife, he has been touring the west, and renewed acquaintance with old friends in the capital.
Mr. Hussey, of the firm of architects, Messrs. Shattuck Hussey, has also been spending a few weeks in Chengtu, as the guest of G. G. Helde.
Among other visitors recently wag Mr. R. C. Bennett, -representing the "Chicago Tribune" and "Millard's Review." He has lately come from the Philippines, and proved a most interesting newspaper man. He interviewed our military and civil leaders while here.
Mr. A. E. Shepherd, manager of Messrs. Jardine, Matheson & Ca., left last week on a well earned furlough after two years' residence in this port. Mr. Shepherd was exceedingly popular while here. He was in demand at all young people's functions, where his wit and music made him a favourite. Mr. R. H. Davidson, who was formerly representative here, has returned
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