Renter's Agency learns that the British Government is consulting Sir John Jordan, British Minister to Peking, the advisability of landing British troops in China. At present, however, there is no reason to apprehend that the position of Europeans is any worse than formerly.
It is understood that Great Britain, Japan and the United States of America intend to act in close consultation with reference to concerted mediation in China.
They will welcome any opportunity for such action but at present thi attitude is best defined as one of strict neutrality.—Reuter.
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