Peking, Feb. 17.
The Waithiaopu to-day officially published a lengthy announcement regarding the results of the Washington Conference. The gist of the announcement comprises: (1) the fundamental principles of the gains which China acquired at the Conference, viz., six articles dealing with the territorial integrity of China and the acknowledgement of China's neutral rights; (2) the gains which China actually earned at the Conference, viz., nine articles, relating to the solution of the Shantung question as well as. to the Chinese Eastern Railway and (3) those matters which, though presented to the Conference, failed to reach any decision, viz., two articles regarding the withdrawal of foreign settlements in China and the Twenty-One Demands.
In conclusion, the Waichiaopu regrets that the result of the Washington Conference has failed to satisfy the Chinese people, expresses a sense of gratitude for the kindness and generosity with which the Powers extended their invitation to China to attend the Conference, and also for the great assistance given to the Chinese delegation by many Chinese organization and public bodies as well as the people of China, and hopes that the people of China will do their utmost, acting in concert and ce-operation, for the furtherance of the weal and prosperity of this country by taking advantage of the present opportunity.—Eastern News Agency.
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