Yesterday, February 1, the railway. administration started a week of extra work so as to bring departments up to date and to give better results all round. It fs thought that by putting in extra time and more energy the present deficiencies will be overcome and train services may resume normal conditions, Last night at 6 pin. the offices of the railway administration were blazing with light, the staff being busily engaged. Ordinarily the offices close at 4 p.m.
'The annual traditional ball of, the' Jewish community of Harbin took place last night at the Commercial Club, the rooms being crowded with people who contributed to Jewish Charitable organizations. Artistes Feadily gave their services, but there was also a good programme presented by Jewsish amateurs. Dancing continued li the early hours and there should be a very large sum for deserv= ing causes. Formerly the ball was held at the Moderna, every one of its large halls being required. but as s0 many people have left Harbin, the Commercial Club suMices now.
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