The Archive · 1930

Discomforts

To the Editor of the "Nont-Cuiwa DaiLy News."

"Traveller" is certainly right' when he refers' to' Hangchow, delightful. I visited it' recently and wax charmed by the beauty of its lakes, hills and valleys. There is a most comfortable Hotel overlooking the West Lake and! lovers of the country will be well advised to spend some of the numerous holidays. that are fortheoming, at this attractive spot. Unfortunately what "Traveller" experienced on the 6.05 train from Hangchow applies equally to other trains and for about halt an hour the return journey is am example of China's worst! The "army" captures the train and. has no regard for class, or for the comfort of any. of the other passengers.

Once the "army" hes departed the remainder of the journey. becomes comfortable and the ticket inspectors appear accompanied by three armed guards! Truly comical this Inst scene!

If the Railway authorities can'

above Hangchow should prove' a over the trouble mentioned great holiday centre because there can be no question of the attraction Hangchow itself and the surrounding country.

Traveren No. 2.

Text read from the printed page and cleaned; old type leaves the occasional error.

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