Americans Gather at the Columbia Country Club A reception wa given to Mr. Paul McNutt, High Commi joner for the Philippines, by members of the American community in Shanghai between 5 and 5.45 pr. yesterday Mr. McNutt arrived here on Thursday in the USS, Augusta on a ug visit" during which he will discuss the Philippines situation with Admiral H. E. Yarnell He is leaving again for Manila to-day on board the Augusta, and on arrival there will take the China Clipper for Alameda, and' then fly on to Washington to report to the President.
A large gathering of members of the American community was present at yesterday's reception, representing the American naval and military forces in Shanghai, the consular service, and local American businessmen," They were introduced to Mr. McNutt by Dr. J, C. Mc-Cracken, chairman of the American Community Association of Shanghai.
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