It is stated in Peking that the Imperia] Clan and the Imperial Houschold's representatives in lo Palace have agreed to adopt the Chinese, or rather Republican, ceremonial dress from the beginning of next month. It is difficult to congratulate the ex-rulers of China on their decision, readily as one recognizes the desire it indicates to bring themselves as far 2 possible into line with the country's new aspirations, They and Yheir former subjects are making change which is not real-
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