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Rh acres was gained by this means, and that which was not required for the arsenal, was built over with low bungalows for the accommodation of the workmen and their families. Behind the arsenal and bungalows is a large dock, which is of great service to the owners of shipping, as, prior to its construction, they were compelled to send their vessels to be refitted or repaired at Singapore, Calcutta, or Whampoa. Now, fortunately, they are no longer subjected to such expense and trouble, as they are altogether independent of any port but their own.

Our tambangan was towed up to the town by two men, who dragged us onwards at a pretty quick rate. We passed on our way a large native village called Pandurang, built on reclaimed land; and in less than an hour reached the steps leading to the Marine Hotel, under the roof of which we were glad to seek shelter from the piercing rays of the mid-day sun. VOL. I.