In connection with the celebration locally of the enthronement of the Emperor of Japan, the Japanese Consul-General, Mr. S. Yada, gave an entertainment on November 16 at the Cercle Sportif Francais, which was attended those members of the Diplomati Body at present in Shanghai, the] Consular Body, Naval and Military officials, including Chinese, anu many others, There was a very large crowd present who danced the balltwom of the C.S.F., which was specially decorated for the jon with the Japanese flag and other emblams-
The guests were received by Mr. Yada and enjoyed dancing during the evening, while a very pleasant interlude was provided in the shape of an exhibition of Japanese dancing. Shortly after 1 p.m. the Japanese national anthem was played after which Mr. Yada proposed the health of the Emperor] which was responded to by an enthusiastic "Banzai" by those present.
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