Peking, Aug. 9.
President Li Yuan-hung's note of resignation was handed back to him this morning. It is reported that the President will send another note of resignation addressed to both Houses in view of the fact that the Presidential Election Committee is composed of members of both. Houses, The Government has sent General Wang Chih-hsiang to Paotingfu and Loyang to discuss with General Tsao Kun and General Wu Pei-fu the question of the Premiership. It is currently reported that General Wu Pei-fu_ opposes the nomination of Mr. Tang Shao-yi to the Premiership but favours Dr. Wang Ching-hui. If General Wang Chih-hsiang confirms this report, it is thought possible that Mr. Tang Shao-yi's appointment will be withdrawn.
The Military Council has_ tele-, graphed to General Tsai Chonghsun, demanding a full report of the Kiukiang mutiny and ordering General Tsai to take immediate steps to prevent further outbreaks. ~-Reuter.
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