"The boat was anchored ' alongside the bank and I was preparing lunch," said Mr. Sato, recounting the story of his capture, "Li went ashore on business, He was' searched by Chinese policemen, who found a map in his pocket. He was then taken to the offices of the Peace Preservation Corps, and shortly afterwards they arrested me.
"I showed them my safe-conduct, and explained that the map found on Li could be used only for scientific purposes. The officer in charge appeared to understand my explanation and showed signs of relenting "But suddenly he left the room, telling me that he was going to consult the hsien magistrate. About an hour later he returned, and my boatman, Li and I were thrown im jail.
"My request for permission to send a telegram to the Japanese consulate in Ichang was refused. On the third day, the Chinese boatman was released and I was able to communicate with Ichang through him.
"Following representations io the "Hupeh Provincial Government, I was released five days after my arrest and returned to Ichang in company with Vice-Consul Kiichiro Yamamoto."
Mr. Sato's instruments and maps were confiscated by the Patung authorities, who accused him of espionage.
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