The following statement from the Chinese press will, if true, be read with much interest "Through the efforts of Mr. Wei Tze-chun, the Chinese Consul-General in Australia, an arrangement has been arrived at with the Australian immigration authorities whereby Chinese merchants' families and students may be permitted to land in Australia.
"Chinese students have been allowed to remain in Australia for an unlimited number of years provided they do not carry on any activities other than study. Failure to comply with these rules means deportation.
"Families of Chinese merchants (who have hitherto been prohibited from landing) may be allowed to land provided they produce regular passports issued by the Chinese Government. In case of the death of the merchants, the Chinese Government will be responsible for repatriation of the widows and chil ren.
"Chinese travellers will be permitted to stay in Australia for one
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