A local Japaoese firm received a from Canton saying that the ty of the city was expected to)
d yesterday by agreement with the Viceroy. On account, however, of the Imperial troops of Hupeh having been viciorions at Hapkow. the Viceroy has changed his attitude, and the declaration of neutrality poned, The native city condition, and all trade is stopped.
With reference to a report gained currency that Koangsi a Kaangtoog bad declared themselves republic, there is absolutely no authentic mews to support th quently it is at present disbelieved.
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