Many points on the north bank of Chien Tang River have been flooded following days of heavy rain and high tide, according to a Chinese report received here yesterday, The waters broke through the outer dykes over ten places, and consequently many miles of farms have been flooded between Haiyen and Haining, and a large number of houses has also been damaged, Chines villagers and farmers, whose numbers were greatly reduced after the outbreak of hostilities, were reported to be doing all what they could to protect the inner dykes along the River, Cotton Mill Fire Injure Chinese Workmen Three Chinese were taken to the Lester Hospital yesterday suffering from burns sustained during their work at the Sung Sing cotton mill 9 Macao Road.
While working with alcohol the liquid caught fire, and, in addition to burning the three Chinese, also damaged tables and a cupboard in the room.
The Fire Brigade were summoned and after 30 minutes work they were able to return to the station.
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