A function unique in the history of China took place yesterday afternoon when Mr. Arthur D. Prince, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of. Massachussets, Mr. F. Hi. Hilton, the Grand Warden, Mrs. Prince and the leading officers of the International Lodge of Peking and their wives were received avidience by President Li Yuan-hung, being introduced by Dr. Wang Chung-huh, -who is- himself member of the International Lodge.
The President heartily welcomed the distinguished v: sitors, adding that Cly: Wang had informed ium that Masonry dehaired discussion of religion or politics, which pleas-+d him, He was also glad to learn ilot Masonry was spreading in China and hoped that it weula vuntinue to do so.
In reply, Mr. Prince expressed appreciation of the honour shown to the party. He said that before leaving Amevica he had seen President Harding, who wished him to convey his cordial greetings to all Masons in China.—Reuter.
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