It seems more than a coincidence that the two oil companies should make such a cut—a matter of 11 cents. or about 15 per cent, within 21 days—and that their decision to. do so should come at this time, It would appear that the cut is tirely due to the discussions which have taken place between Blessrs. Honigsberg's and the A. P. otherwise, why was the reduction not made before this?) There has The public certainly have much cause to be grateful to Messrs. Honigsberg & Ca. for their fear-asaness in endeavouring to bring the price down toa reasonable profit basis as gasoline can be bought anywhere in America for 16 cents (gold) and in some places at 12 been no recent fluctuation in prices of spirit in the Home Markets. One can, therefore, only: conzratue late Messrs. Honigsberg and Hol-nnd on their successful efforts on behalf of the motoring public of Shanghai. They have ample stocks of spirit and) regular shipments have been arranged.
Tharce certificate from hia Unit 'A'Voluntocr's name will not appear in Unit Orders ax having been struck off until the above regulation has been complied with.
No. 8% Trueman Cup.—The Trueman Cup awarded to the mer ber of the Corps who makes the highest score in the annual musket try course has been won by Set. N.S. Li., Chinese Company with a score of 185.
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