We translate the following from the Avenir dw Tonkin Wo have already announced the arrival of the vessels to "reinforce" the China squadron. Orders have since been given by the Ministry that from six to seven thousand men are to be held in readiness for any eventuality. Work is actively proceeding in all the garrisons to complete the armament so that the troops may be Feady to leave at the first signal. Melinito shells and other munitions have arrived. The effective of the artillery to embark would be a battery.
From another source we have received the following information:—Admiral de Beaumont arrived on the 11th of February with structions concerning the island of Hainan. A company of Tirailleurs and 'a company of Marine Infantry are leaving for Monkay.—Hongkong Daily Press,
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