The distribution of prizes was held bu Wednesday in the College St. Jeanne D'Arc, in the college hall "The ceremony was presided over by M, Chancel, French Consul represent ing M. P, Auge, French Acting Consul-General Among those present were Lieut-Col Perretier, Commander of the French Forces in Shanghai, M. Fauraz, director of the F.M.C. services, M. Eh. Grosbois, Inspector of Education in the French Concession, M. Monnier, Director of the Barque Franco Chinoise, and many others.
Before the distribution of prizes, Brother Jules Raphael, director of ihe college, addressed the assembly, welcoming all those present He thanked the French Consul-General for accepting the invitation te preside over the ceremony, the French Municipality, the Allliatite Francaise, parents and friends for their help to the college.
Of the fifteen candidates, twelve passed their examinations, and received their certificates. Bro. Jules then stressed the high quality of discipline maintained in the college throughout the past year, and expressed the hope that this good standard will be improved upon im the coming year, The ceremony was concluded with student songs, sketches, group gymnasties, holiday song and a hymn to Jeanne D'Arc. Closing the ceremony, M. Chancel expressed the regret experienced by M. P. Auge at not being able to preside over the, occasion in person, and congratulated' the teachers and students on the fine results obtained during the year, and wished them all a happy vacation.
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