Peking, Dec. 12.
In the absence of the Premier the Cabinet did not meet to-day. It is understood, however, that Dr. C. T. Wang has informed the President that he will arrive in Peking this evening. Dr. C. T. Wang is stated to have left all the affairs in connexion with the transfer of Shantung in the hands of General Hsiung Ping-chi, Tupan of Tsingtao. Meanwhile Mr. Wu Ching-lien and, Mr. Chang Po-lich have returned from Paotingfu but it is not expected that the House of Representatives will consider the Bill dealing with General Chang Shou-tseng's nomination as Premier for several days.—Reuter.
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