By Our Hongkong Correspondent, It cannot be without interest to any dweller in the Far East to watch the countenance, and to feel the pulse of the awakening Chinese Empire. In order to do this effectively, many physicians rust be at work, with hand on pulse and watch in hand. Whilst the West may be yet lethargic, the East may be full of life, throbbing with a growing energy; whilst the North is yet swathed in bands as a mummy, the South may be stretching its limbs, and preparing for a long leap. Movements, in an empire like this, that may ultimately impart energy to the whole body, need not necessarily begin at the heart; they may start at an extremity, and swiftly change the whole empire. It is wise, therefore, to watch all disturbances that may appear on the surface, for undoubtedly they will, sooner or later, all count. The people of South have always been noted for it turbulent character, and determined attitude, when they have become convinced that they have suffered wrong; they have also been tenacious in their purpose to free themselves from any incubus which they have regarded as unjust. Observers, therefore, will watch wit! increasing interest the rising spirit of independence that is now asserting itself, and clamouring for recognition.
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