International Shanghai will _combine to-day to extend congratulations: to the Norwegian community on the celebration of their national" day' which marks the move for independence and the introduction of a constitution on May 17, 1814 Although Small in "numbers the Norwegian community has always been a progressive unit in the civic Ie of Shanghai and an outstanding factor In the shipping world of China. Headed by Mr. RIV. Aall, an energetic Consul-General who has not only served the interests of his country with distinction but has played an. Important part in the affairs of the! Shanghai community as a whole, the Norwerian community has every rea son to be proud of their standing and of the anniversary they observe to-day, Many people are apt ignore the fine historical record the Norwegians, It was Lief Ericson who, many authorities believe, anticipated Columbus in the discovery of the North American continent, In the realm of literature, music, science and exploration many. mous names are to be found. Ibsen. Hamsun and Sigrid Undseth and [Bjornstjerne Bjornson, both Nobet Jprizewinners; Edvard Grieg, Nansen fand. Amundsen, who helped to wrest the seereis of the Poles—all Jare part of Norway's contribution to civilization and world progress, [descendants of a sturdy, enterprising people whose "Skoals" will resound] to-day in tribute to their national Inheritance.
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