H.E, Chang Chih-tung is a very hard worker. He reads and attends personally tw all despatches and business great 0 all. Nothing passes out of the yamé; without his sanction. In fact, he permits no interference whatever from his large staff of secretaries and scribes. Lately he has been most anxious about the recent ts, and has passed many sleepless nights. Weighed down work and worry, he was attacked by sick headache and dysentery; but beyond regulating his diet and taking me medicine he made no change in his mode of life, neglecting the excellent advice given him to take absolute rest. He has, however, recovered from his illness, to the great joy of the people and his subordinates.
A private examination has been held of Chen Kin-lung, the alleged member of the Kolao Hui. The proceedings were conducted with the utmost secrecy. Chen was again remanded.
The influence of the recent typhoon must have extended to Sungkiang. On the 24th and 26th ult. severe rain and wind storms continued without cessation. The city was flooded and small boats were in requisition. Much damage was done to Property. and many des the are deily reported.
An epidemic is still raging in Wenchow,
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