On arrival at Hankow the unusual condition of the Bund was noticeable. Sand bags and barbed wire showed that preparations had been made against any rush of Chinese into the Concession. But, a "peaceful penetration" was much in evidence by the large numbers of Chinese, of all classes, who were) walking or sitting on the river which until quite recently has been reserved for foreigners. We were told that literally thousands of Chinese were daily wandering to and fro enjoying their new freedom, and unfortunately abusing it by unmentionable actions, which effectively deter ladies and children
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