In, coming to Wusih by motor car over two weeks ago, and in walking in the country, subsequently, one is impressed by the: exceptionally fine rice crop. Not a great many farmers are in evidence, but those one sees look remarkably fit. The evidence.of past destruction is only too conspicuous, and we crossed six bridges recently burned by guerrillas, and repaired, The work of St. Andrew's Hospital, which has been resumed, in clinic, for the past two months is far beyond the capacity of the present staff, and, until a larger staff is available, both clinic and in-patient department have to be restricted in a manner painful to staff and would-be patients. A. few cholera cases are still seen. The coal shortage, and resulting high price, will make heating the hospital this winter a very expensive proposition.
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