Peking, May 24, According to Chinese papers pr parations are being made for the expected arrival here of Marshal Chang Tso-lin and his Staff within the next few days, It is stated that when he wus Peking the other day General Chang Hsueh-charg requested Marshal Tuan Chi-jui to issue a mandate ordering Fengtien troops to come {to the Metropolita rea to assist Marshal Feng Vu-hsiang's troops in the protection of the capital. This was desired by the Fengtien Party in order to dispel the impression that anything in the nature of coup defat wus intended. The Government thas not yet made up its mind on this subject.
May 25, Marshal Tuan Chi-jui has recelva telegram from Marshal Chang Teso-lin announcing his desire to come to Peking and emphasizing the necessity to provide permanent barracks for the Fengtien troops brought inside Shanhaikuan last Tuan Chi-jui is reported replied welcoming the prospect of seeing Marshal Chang, 'Tso-lin and having a. heart-to-hew discussion on the general situation No definite news can be obtained as regards Marshal Chang Tro-ulti flans, but it is understood that' the
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