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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'.