A regrettable incident occurred in connexion with the blocked condition of the. Siberian railway. Admiral Koltchak and the Premier followed by six trains containing an escort and treasure were held up by Czechs near Krasnayarsk whereupon Admiral Koltchak sent a telegram in clear accusing the Czechs of retarding traffic.
Arrangements have since been made to allow Admiral Koltchak's train to pass, while the Czechs have made themselves responsible for the safe delivery of the treasure to the Government at Irkutsk.
As evidence of the state of feeling between the Czechs and Russians, General Kappel, now in chief command of the Siberian Army, has telegraphed to General Syrovy, the Czech Commander, challenging him to a duel for dishonouring the Russian arms. The Czechs are greatly excited, and General Syrovy states that they will mutiny if interfered with.
Twenty-five British officers have been cut off west of Taiga, and the Czechs are endeavouring to rescue them.
Irkutsk, Dec. 93.
The Social Revolutionaries have revolted in various parts of the Province of Irkutsk. The town of Irkutsk, however, remains quiet.
In the Tomsk sector the Reds have occupied Yurga station.
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