The opening in the wall of the Tmperial City, north of the British Legation, which formerly led to the British Headquarters, and is now a gate-way to several English families, is to be closed. It was near this place that a colossal platform was erected by the Imperial troops for firing guns* into the Legations. "Things are gradually returning to their former status. ff the Legations can restrict the Chinese, the Chinese can also restrict foreigners."
8th November.
Mourning for Li Hung-chang.
To-day, being the third day after the death of Li Hung-chang, is the special day for the mourning family to receive con: dolences. Many Chinese friends have come throughout the day. In the afternoon an interesting spectacle was that of the visit of the diplomatic body, some of
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