News has been revolved in Tokio of a strong protest made by the Ger. man Press against' the' recent allegation by the "Jiji Shimpo"'that the German authorities might allow the Russian Port Arthur squadron to, find refuge in Kiaochou harbour, apparently. under the presumption of the statement having been inspired by the, Japanese Government. In this context, I can safely, state that the "Jiji's" article, does not by any means reflect' the official opinion, The "Jiji" is usually well versed in naval affairs, but has no connection with Government circles. It is called and styles itself an "independent, paper." The Tokio Government has, no doubt of Germany's good faith in observing strict neutrality.
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