Many references to the traditional friendship and the close ce-operation which exist between the Municipal Police and the press in Shanghai were made at the Central Police Station Mess on Thursday evening when, on behalf of the members of the Force from Central Station and Headquarters, a presentation was made to Mr. V. F. Meisling, crime reporter of the "North-China Daily News", who is leaving Shanghai on February 24 on Home leave.
"The presentation, which consisted of a silver cigarette case and silver Cigarette box, both suitably inscribed, was made by Chief Inspector J.
arry, M.M., Officer in charge of antral Station. In making the presentation Chief Inspector Barry referred to Mr: Meisling's long association with the police force and to his popularity with all members.
Mr. Meisling suitably replied. Other references to Mr. Meisling's Tong association with the Force and to his popularity were made by Chief Detective Inspector J. W. Prince, Detective Sub-Inspector J. G.
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