Will Lynch writes about the prices of things in Shanghai, where he is being held by the Japanese along with other State Department people. As an unattached bachelor, he seems to be invited to quite a few teas, parties and other social events. Roselyn
May 21, 1942. Thursday. 165th Day.
Fine weather.
Sold radio for Chinese $600.00. Bought it in November 1938, for US$20.00.
Had tea with Mrs. Mary Kramahdoff, a widow with two daughters in early 20's, at French Club.
Repatriation looks like a possibility in June, but uncertain.
May 22, 1942. Friday. 166th Day.
Fine weather.
Mr. Howe of Cathay Theatre gave me a pass, and we saw "Blood and Sand", a wonderful picture. Best I've seen in a long time.
Bought a used leather suit case for Chinese $210.00, about US$7.00.
I must rent a radio.
C.R.B (Chinese Bank) against FAPI (old Chinese $$) was 77/100 (1.30)
Today it is 66/100 (1.51) and falling. It is a racket. A loaf of bread formerly Chinese $4.00 is now Chinese $6.00.
May 23, 1942. Saturday. 167th Day
Rainy.
Met A.M. at Sea Captain's Shop, where her friend sold check of $200.00 by Mr. C.G. We then walked back via wet streets. Celebrated ABC's birthday.
FAPI vs Chinese Bank is 1.90, though it is supposed to be 66 or 1.66. Looks like NCS will pass out. I have Chinese about $400.00 left. Darn it!
I won several sprigs of mint at ABC's cocktail party and many women swiped the leaves, leaving me only the stem. They liked the odor.
Looks as thought we sail June 15th. Mebbe. (Maybe)
Tried to rent a radio, but the shop was closed. Price quoted a few days ago was Chinese $.35--(35 cents) a month.
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