Kiangchow, Jan. 15.
There is no sign of excitement about the political situation. Proclamations on red paper announced the change in the style of year. On the other hand the "'tu-fei' the Shensi side of the Yellow River are causing much alarm. Travelling and transport are very perilous ess men and local mis-8 are apprehensive. These "bandits" have been growing in power for some time, but they have no political significance.
January 1 passed quite unnoticed, excep in the yamens, where red paper scrolls were posted. A good fall of snow has relieved anxiety about the' Spring _wheat:—From Our Own Correspondent.
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