Tre recent unrest in Canton and other districts in Kwangtong has added about 100,000 "to the local census. Many have returned, conditions gradually are becoming normal, but still the fore-going figures hold good. These residents, though living here only for the time being, no doubt appreciate the protection accorded to them under the British flag. They being to the and upper classes, since the less fortunate ones cannot afford to remain here 30 long, in view of the fact that the cost of living is higher than elsewhere in the south.
The retail stores are making a. ood profit, especially in view of the approaching China New Year. The Cantonese find the British goods not only attractive in appearance, but cheap and durable. Street bazaars have made their appearance, and their sales this year are predicted to be better than last year.
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