The closing of the city was made more effectual by the commencement of what has been almost a regular siege, by an alliance of Red Spears. Min Tuan and bandits, which has been in progress since February 4. There was very heavy bombardment on February 7, und the panic-stricken people fled fur refuge to the nia and hospitals of forels"
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