The Eastern Depot, which houses the Reserve Unit, is only several hundred yards distant, Hearing the row and shots, officers on duty made for the scene, Wetmore and Rangoon Roads, and charged with their batons. Skilful use of these weapons calmed the majority of the beggars, especially those in the' rear. With'the arrival of membera of the Reserve Unit, those of, Yangtszepoo station were on the spot as well. A small concentrated. effort and the affair had a speedy settlement, Chinese detectives tackled number of the more suspicious look. ing individuals and six of the leaders were escorted to Yangtszepoo station.
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