The soldiers are better behaved and, in case of a desire to mutiny, are not too numerous to be held easily in check. The police for the time being are really the ruling force.
The people in Ningkuofu have had trouble over disbanding the soldiers. The troops there refused to disband and the Governor of Kiangsu sent some loyal troops to clear them out. The old troops had to yield and scattered, muttering curses against the Republic.
The Government Schools are not) yet in swing and it looks if' it, would be some time before. its get properly readjusted. Two new mission schools been opened. Butterfield & Swire's new hulk is the centre of much attraction. It.
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