An Imperial edict has been issued stating that the Cabinet has submitted a memorial to the effect that outlaws in Shensi have rioted and perpetrated massacres; it is also reported that foreigners have been killed.
The edict says—"This inhumanity is deeply to be regretted. Lot Sheng Yon, the new Governor of Shensi, and the officers of the Tangchow, brigade with their troops, proceed to Shensi immediately to suppress the outlaws,. carefully protect foreigners, investigate the alleged murder of foreigners and report to the Throws ae soon as No further confirmation of the nows of marciers in Sianfa hes boon received here.
LEGATION PRECAUTIONS, At a mooting of the Foreign Ministers it has boon decided that it visable to increase the Legation Guards.
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