Chengtu remains very quiet notwithstanding the alarming rumours from the sent of the rebellion. Bands of robbers borrowing the rebels' name are likely to force matters to a head. Several of these were captured and put to death in the rebel district, and now couple of cities are said to be surrounded. The uew Viceroy is still keeping very quiet. He has not issued a proclamation or otherwise given evidence of his presence in Chéngta. No doubt he is actively engaged in making extensive preparations to put down rapidly any rising that may occur. It is reported that, soldiers from Yunnan and Hupeh are on the way tothe scene of the disturbances. Soldiers, a sorry lot, Intely posted through the capital fom the Tibetan der.
18th January.
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