The International Development of ChinaSun, Yat-sen
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The International Development of China
Sun, Yat-sen
China -- Economic conditions -- 1912-1949; Railroads -- China
Wenchow is situated near the mouth of the Wukiang in south Chekiang.
This seaport has a wider hinterland than Ningpo, its surrounding
districts being very productive. If railroads are developed it will
undoubtedly command considerable local trade. At present the harbor is
very shallow, unapproachable by even moderate-sized coastal steamers.
I suggest that a new harbor at Panshiwei, north of Wenchow Island be
constructed. For this purpose, a dike should be built between the
northern bank and the head of Wenchow Island to block up the river
entirely on the northern side of that island leaving only a lock
entrance. The Wukiang should be led through the channel on the south
side of the island for the purpose of reclaiming the vast expanse of
the near-by shallows as well as for draining the upper stream. The
approach from the southern side of Hutau Island to the port should be
dredged. On the right side of the approach, a wall should be built in
the shallow between Wenchow Island and Miau Island and in the shallows
between Miau Island and Sanpam Island so as to form a continuous wall
to prevent the silt of Wukiang from entering into the approach. Thus a
permanent deep channel will be secured for the new port of Wenchow.
f. Amoy
Amoy, an old treaty port, is situated on the island of Siming. It has
a great, deep, and fine harbor, commanding a considerable hinterland
in southern Fukien and Kiangsi, very rich in coal and iron deposits.
This port carries on a busy trade with the Malay Archipelago and the
Southeastern Asian Peninsula. Most of the Chinese residents in the
southern islands, Annam, Burma, Siam, and the Malay States are from the
neighborhood of Amoy. So the passenger traffic between Amoy and the
southern colonies is very great. If railways are developed to tap the
rich iron and coal fields in the hinterland, Amoy is bound to develop
into a much larger seaport than it is at present. I suggest that a
modern port be constructed on the west side of the harbor to act as an
outlet for the rich mineral fields of southern Fukien and Kiangsi. This
port should be equipped with modern plants in order to connect land and
sea transportation.
g. Swatow
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