As. to the circumstances which necessitated the proclamation of martial law in consequence of the disturbances in Tokio, the Premier and other Cabinet Ministers felt themselves responsible therefor and approached the 'Throne asking whether they shall stay in office or not. In this connection, Prince Iwakura, in accordancs'with Imperiel instructions, communicated to Count Katsura that Hi Majesty wished the Cabinet would remai jn® office' without any cavil. These "encouraging words from the Throne have not unnaturally induced the Ministers of the Crown to deal with the crisis with renewed vigour and untiring energy. The recent conferences of the Governors and Chief Procurators respectively-are in respect to the present unrest. The illness of Baron Komura will not affect the ratification of the peace treaty. - Present indications show that Russia is also in haste to ratify the Portsmouth agreement.
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