Hangchow, Jan, 23.
The business done by the Provincial Assembly has to have the sanction of the Civil Governor and his consulting body,' who are representatives of the various guilds and are chosen by the Assembly. Lately, there has been a lot of talk in the city because it was rumoured that the Assembly received $7,300 from each consulting member chosen, On Sunday, the consultants held a public meeting, at which over 1,000 people were present, and the secretary, Wang Vi-z, was) roughly handled and beaten. The Assembly is closed at present, but some 40 members are still in the city and yesterday sent a wire to all the members, asking them not to believe the wild rumours that are abroad but to put the whole uproar down to a bit of dirty jealousy.
The new motor road from Hang chow to Leyah is to be opened for traffic on February 16. China New Year visitors to the city will be able to have a joy ride.
Womens' rights are bothering a few strong-minded females, who are forming a society so that they may!
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