The Archive · 1923

Plain Speaking at Hangchow

General Lu Yung-hsiang Defines his Attitude on the Presidential Question Gen. Lu Yung-hsiang, Director-General for the Reorganization of Military Affairs in Chekiang, in a speech given at a tiffin at Hangchow on Sunday at which the Shanghai Members of Parli ment were guests, makes very plain his attitude in connexion with the present situation in China. Gen. Lu admits that he is supporting Marshal Tuan Chi-jui, the Anfu leader, and is opposed to Marshal Tsao Kun, Chihli's nominee for the Pre sidency. He states significantly that if Marshal Tsao is elected by any other than legal means he (Lu) will be compelled to take whatever action he considers appropriate.

In the course of his address, Gen. Lu states that following the coup d'état by the Chihli military leaders on June 13, the Parliamentarians left Peking because they desired to see justice. Their action was approved by most people and they made themselves greatly respected.

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