is reported from Nanking that! H.E. Toan Fang is in receipt of telegraphic dispatch from his Honour Liang Ju-hao, Taotai of this port, concerning the trouble caused by the ferry-men at Pootung. Ho has instructed his Honour to settle the matter peacefully, adding, however, that if the riotersioffer obstinate resistance, they may be sup-by force of arms. His Excellency ing that some demonstration may be made, has also requested Admiral Sah to be ready to send a force of bluejackets to aid the civil authorities whenever needed
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