Berlin, 30th March, No measures will be taken by. the neutral Powers with regard to the declaring of Martial Law by the Russians at Newchwang, as Newchwang is considered part of Manchuria.
The "Temps" publishes the wording of the very strong protest made by France against the Pope's allocation. The "Osservatore Romano" denies that the protest has been handed to the Vatican.
The outlook for the nomination of President Roosevelt, to be a candidate for the Presidency, is the very best.
The instruction given to the officers commanding in German South-west Africa contains the order to conduct the war against the Hereros in the most humane way possible. Otjivero, which was deserted by the Hereros, has been occupied by Major Glasenapp.
31st March, Russia considers now that large Russian forces have arrived near the Chinese frontier, the danger that China will break hor neutrality is almost removed.
The declaration of Martial Law at Newchwang is very calmly treated by the European Press. No complications of Russia's relations with Great Britain and the United States are expected.
The King and Queen of Great Britain have already arrived at Copenhagen in order to take part in the celebration of the King of Denmark's eighty-sixth birthday, on the 8th of April.
The French Chamber has passed a vote of confidence in M. Pellotan the Ministpr of Navy.
The Figaro" announces that several parts of the Anglo-French agreement must be approved by Parliament. Consoquently, the final closing of the treaty is expected only in a fow weeks.
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