Renewal of Pact of 1900
It is probable that the Pact of 1900 will shortly be renewed by the Military Governors of the provinces south of the Yangtze. It will be remembered that several days ago the various Chambers of Commerce urged Generals Li Shun and Lu Yung-hsiang to abide by this pact and thus avoid fighting and bloodshed.
To this General Lu telegraphed in part:—"With regard to your suggestions regarding the Pact of 1900, T can assure you of my approval and support. Tt shows that you are patriotic and have the peace of the country at heart. Please carry out your schemes and notify the various provinces accordingly."
General Li Hsun_ replied:—"I very much approve of your scheme regarding the renewal of the Pact
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