Court two more of the "Supao'"' prisoners were released from custody.
The men were Chen Ch'ung-yi, son of the editor of the "Supao," and Lung Chih-tse, who was alleged to be concerned in the Hankow plot of August, 1900.
The prosecution had asked that Chen Chrung-yi should give some sort of secur ity for his father's appearance. This was refused and the prisoner was released unconditionally.
In the case of Lung Chih-tse, no evidence was offered, but' the prisoner was called upon to sign a document to the effect that although he was acquainted with the leader of the Hankow plot he was not concerned in the plot. This was intended as a warrant to enable him to proceed unmolested to Hupeh if he so desires.
It was announced that the Chinese authorities will pay half the rent of the have been pinned xt Shangha. And with! "Sypao" premises during the time they
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