The refugee problem in Kiangpeh is not yet acute, according 10 reports just received. One must remember that the area is rich in all kinds of farm produce, which means that people have food, the crops have been abundant, and that some ready cash is on hand. The extra help needed to carry the heavy freight a Tiensengang demands many thou ands of hands which a few month ago were without work. Farm work is now entering upon " busy time and more help is needed and many refugees can be absorbed. Besides the Kiangpeh people have always entertained strangers and shared with them.
The relief problem is a bit more acute in Taichow and further inland, but in Tungchow, Jukao and Tungtai the hsien authorities still proudly handle their own problem. Up to the present no special tax has been levied in some of the hsiens, according to information' obtained.
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