It is reported in fairly reliable quarters that a delegate sent by General Tsao Kun reported to the President that General Tsao does not apprehend any armed_conflict between the Chihli and Fengtien factions in the near future. General Tsao says that he is doing his best to reach a compromise and that General Wu Pei-fu will not resort to extreme measures in opposition to him.
Hano Stumxi's Wartrye Gaxe.
Mr. Liang Shih-vi is quietly awaiting the issue of events. Having informed the President that he cannot carry on as Premier unless he is given'a free hand and assured that there will be no further militarist interference. he is leaving the matter in the hands of the President. If the latter wishes to appoint 2 new Premier he must terminate Mr. Liang's leave andj take full responsibility for so doing. Officially Mr. Liang is still awaiting a reply to his protest against military interference, and many of his friends still predict
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