Peking, Feb. 15.
The proposal to appoint Dr. W. W. Yen Premier appears to be gathering support daily, but it is still uncertain whether he will accept the post. A According to a Chinese report General Tsao Kun signified to General Chang Tso-lin through General Wang Chen-ping that the Chihli party did not care who was Premier as long as an Anfuite or a Hunghsien monarchist were not chosen, and that it was hoped that the President in making the next selection would keep this in mind.
Peking, Feb. 17.
According to Chinese unofficial reports reaching Peking to-day, Mr, Liang Shih-yi has resolved to proceed to Hongkong, where he will engage in industrial enterprises, President Hsu is still urging Dr. Yen to assume the Premiership, but it is still doubtful whether he will
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