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THE AFTERMATH.

MORE FISHING VESSELS CASUALTIES.

MACAO FLEET SURVIVORS.

It will probably be some days before a correct estimate will be possible of the loss of life among the Macao fishing folk making up the fleet which was dispersed by Monday's typhoon. Few of the boats which have put into shelter after trying experiences can speak as to the safety or otherwise of others.

Six vessels believed to be part of the Macao fishing fleet limped into sanctuary at Aberdeen yesterday with tattered sails and bearing every sign of severe buffetting. They report having drifted helplessly during the typhoon blow and to have made for Hong Kong when the elements calmed.

3 Out of 16.

Reports continue to be received of loss of life on small fishing boats. The Water Police have brought to Hong Kong three Macao fishermen whose boat capsized on Monday as the vessel was on its way from Sam Mei to the fishing grounds. The three men are the only survivors of a crew of 16. They swam to Lung Shun Wan and walked some distance when they were picked up by the police.

Distressing Story.

A distressing story is told by one of the crew of a large junk which was wrecked by terrible seas at Saikung. The crew of eleven were still clinging to the large mainsail, having drifted for fourteen hours, when they were sighted by another junk. The rescue of six of the crew was effected but the master and four of his children relaxed their hold before assistance could be given them.

32 Casualties.

The four men who were taken from a drifting raft east of Gap Rock by the s.s. "Yei Maru" were the only survivors of a crew of 36. Their boat capsized off the Sa Mun Customs House as they were on the way from San Mi, Bias Bay, for their fishing grounds. The four who survived constructed their raft from wreckage of the boat and when rescued had been at the mercy of the waves for over twelve hours. Although his destination was Keelung, the master of the "Yei Maru" put into Hong Kong owing to the pitiable plight of the survivors.

Going Into Dock.

The B. and S. boat "Kweiyang," which, following a breakdown in the steering gear, was held up off Gap Rock and unable to enter Hong Kong until towed, has discharged her cargos at the buoy. As her time for half yearly docking for overhaul is due she will proceed to dock shortly. Until a survey has been carried out, the full extent of the damage will not be known.

Another Wreck.

The "Yuensang" has sighted a wrecked junk near Hong Kong.

It was learned yesterday that the two missing members of the junk crew picked up by Chief Preventive Officer Clark off Saiwan when their craft was wrecked, floated safely ashore on planking and have reported themselves safe.

Scouts Washed Out.

The typhoon season and abnormal rains have affected Scout camping in the Colony.

From the "Silver Wolf" it is learned that the Yaumati Troop was washed out one night at Taipo and the 10th (St. Paul's) Troop had a very narrow escape at Shek-O during the deluge of July 18-19. The latter returned to town with the kind assistance of a lorry belonging to Messrs. Dodwell & Co., Ltd., and were very lucky to be safe at home.

The 20th at Shek-O, Sea Scouts at Taipo and the 4th (Murray) of Tai-tam-tuk were other Troops which were affected.

The boys stuck it out cheerfully, says the article.

At Cheung Chau.

[From Our Own Correspondent.]

Sept. 28.

The typhoon (the worst blow since 1923) did considerable damage to the trees and gardens. The Government school matshed was considerably damaged, and the bathing shed also suffered, it would have been possible to have had surf bathing inside the structure. Quantities of sand were carried up, partly burying the nearby vegetable gardens.

As far as is known no serious damage was done to any of the houses. A few doors on servants quarters broke loose. Some wreckage was visible on the south side and one junk had a hard struggle to make the harbour.

資料：

1. 中華民國15年9月30日（星期四）《德臣西報》第6頁

   • 丙寅年八月廿四日

   • 公元1926年9月30日（星期四）