Intest statement of the of the Russian School in Shanghai shows that the committee are struggling with an exceptionally aimeult "ancial position. The school is in debt for food alone to the extent of $2,000 and the deficit is likely to. increase unless. stronger support be forthcoming. Tt is under stood that the sum mentioned does mot entirely cover the school's outstanding obligations. Certain essent!- Jai painting work had to be carried ut' in the summer and the expendi-ure on that account has yet to be made. Although this is asad time In which to make appeals, the com= mittee may perhaps" win the sympathy of the charitably-inclined in the etisis which faces them, The school does such good work for a deserving community that the suggestion Is made without any fear of its being regarded as inopportune, It may be mentioned that the Hon. Treasurer (whose letter—appears elsewhere) will be delighted to Fecelve donations at 45 Kiukiang Road (Room 218).
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