6th Nov. His Excellency the Viceroy of Chilli, Li Hung-chang, was at one time considered the model of all that a high Chinese official should be, and the Chinese Times, which had him constant-under its observation, used to give him from time to time the most flattering testimonials. Even before that excellent. paper perished of a want of appreciation—to the enduring grief of all titose who took an interest in Chinese polities—the praise of Li had begun to decline in the mouths of foreigners, while we are confidently assured that there is no name less dear to the Chinese public. But even those who throw most doubts on Li's sincerity do not question his ability, and he often shows
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