It is estimated that on October 13 over 200,000 tons of coal (inclusive of a large quantity of anthracite) of Shanghai's total stock of approximately 300,000 tons was then in Pootung, and the following charges per ton had to be paid and are expected in connection with the removal of coal.—
Whart discharge Lighterage Wharf fee Motor lorry Total One of the largest Chinese companies reported that sea freight has worked out at $10 a ton. as again: a normal $250.
Added to the charges shown above, consideration must be given to the ever-present and additional of motor lorries being commandeered by the military authorities, In these circumstances, the official concluded, an increase in the retail selling price of coal is inevitable. but there would seem {o be no justification for any exceptional rise.
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