The Chinese Minister at Washington wires that France and Germany are especially envious about the course of the: negotiations, and are trying to, avert a rupt The cession of territory and the indemnity are, of course, the essential points in the negotiations, but there is no development so far. Japan seems anxious to bring the negotiations to a close as quickly as possible; while Russia wants to keep them open as long as possible; so that it is not probable that peace will be made within this year, and China cannot save her Manchurian provinces from fresh disasters—Special service.
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