On arrival at the Race Course, the Specials lined up on the grass track, awaiting the arrival of Mr. Franklin, Shortly after 11 o'clock, Mr. Franklin arrived on the parade ground, led by Deputy Commissioner R. G. MacDonald, in charge of the Specials, and Commissioner F. W. Gerrard of the Shanghai Municipal Police.
Mr. Franklin, after inspecting, the divisions of the Specials who distinguished themselves. during the hostilities of last year, stood at the saluting base, under the municipal flag, as the parade, led by Superintendent J. C. Porritt, marched past before him.
Later, a group picture of the whole Specials Force was taken and officers were hosts at a reception at the Race Club to various police, military and civil officials and their ladies.
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