Nov. 5, 2:00 p.m.
Last night Soochow turned revolutionary. At nine o'clock this morning the Governor took over the new revolutionary seals, nominally for the five Profectures south of the River. This means that the whole of Southern Kiangsu has gone over to the revolution. It is enid that practically all of the offi remain in office. The city walls and gates are heavily guarded. It is said that all the camps of soldiers have turned revolutionary with the exception of one camp of old soldiers. This amp is just across the canal from the Customs; but this camp may turn before the day is out.
Everything is most peaceful. I slept most peacefully last night and knew nothing of the crisis until this morning. We are holding our services as usual to-day. Business is going on as usual. Some stores tried to close their doors about eleven o'clock this morning, but were ordered to re-open. There are strongly worded proclamations everywhere, ordering the protection of foreigners, the Manchus, etc. White flags are flying everywhere—slso over many of the stores. Foreigners receive every courtesy.
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