Peking, Nov. 26.
The Imperial oath to observe the nineteen articles of the constitution was taken at moon to-day. All high officials were present.
An Imperial edict has been issued as follows:—The dynasty has reigned for nearly 300 year My enthronement I have carry out the constitutional scheme, but My politics and My employ ment of men has no: been wise. Thus the recent troubles arose. Fearing the fall of the dynasty I follow the Tstechengyuan's advice and swear to uphold the nineteen constitutional articles and quickly to promulgate Parliament.
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