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"Chinese tradition and British liberalism have combined," she said, "to produce a heart-warming range of practical charitable
achievements, You have a totally free Press and an independent
judiciary. You have evolved a cosmopolitan community which owes much
to Chinese and British traditions. You command great industrial,
commercial and financial expertise. With such resources, this community
can face the many challenges that confront it with well-founded con-
fidence. I believe its future to be bright."
Hong Kong.
The Queen then asked all to rise and drink with her a toast to
The Queen's speech was then read in Chinese, by Augustine Chui
After another gong had sounded, grace was read by the Bishop of
Hong Kong, the Right Reverend Gilbert Baker.
Kam.
Lunch, a typical Chinese, meal, was then served. Prepared by
15 chefs under Chef M.Y. Shea, and printed on intricately folded scarlet
and gold cards, the menu' read:
Боир.
Scallops sauteed with Yuan Ham
Southern Crab in Swallows' Nests
Combs of Sharks' Fin
Honey roasted Chicken
Jade and Unicorn Garoupa
Rice and Lotus Leaves with Diced Shrimps
Spring Wheat Noodles with Oyster Sauce
Lotus Seeds in Almond Syrup with Chinese Pastries
Jasmine Tea
The Governor proposed the loyal toast after the sharks fin
After lunch the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh drove to the
Hung Hom Railway Terminal Building, to see an exhibition called
'Progress Hong Kong'.