The Archive · 1935

SWATOW REJOICINGS Frost Our Own Commsrowext

Swatow, May 11.

The small British community in this port set themselves to make a hearty. celebration of the Silver Jubilee, and succeeded. The success was in no small port due to the presence in the port for several days, including the day itself, of the two destroyers Delight and Duchess. These added not only numbers to the festivities, but also the zest and cheerfulness which the navy carries! with it, The celebrations began with 2 service of thanksgiving inthe Kakehien church conducted by the Rev. Dr. Wallace of the English Presuyterian Mission, at which the prescribed form of service was used.

the afternoon sports were held the spacious lawn of Messrs. Bradley Ca, in which the navy took large part, and the children of the community had their share, while the

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