We have to thank the Senior Consul for sending us last night the following message received by him from H. E. Shéng:—Troubles are spreading in Chekiang Province, many houses of the Chinese Christians being destroyed. " The Governor Lau has sent there five battalions of braves to restore order. Troubles have also begun at Wenchow, and Sheng Taotai has wired to Governor Lau to send troops there to maintain the peace.
Shanghai, 15th July, 1900. J. INT. Vatpez, Senior Consul.
Wuchang, 15th July.
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