The Chinese here take the "stop fighting agreement" calmly, almost a5 a matter of course. Some even suggest that the Japanese had be-"come uneasy and even alarmed at the massing of so many soldiers along the successive defence lines. Those who read the papers think there are other reasons for the withdrawal. The remainder of our ry. wall from. North Gate to West Gate is being removed to construct forts around the extensive suburbs. These forts as they fall them are said to be not only to prepare against outside invasion, but to insure the holding of thi section in the event of more civi this is mow the most, important stage of silk-worm feeding. Mulberry leaves from the lowest level in years have suddenly doubled and tripled in price. To date the indications are favourable for a good average yield. The price of Jcococns is extremely low, but even there are few buyers prepared ch sufficient silver to move large Tos. Losses from last year put many cat of business, The aver. age year requires Wye the cocoon crop in the Kashdistrict, Local making strenuous efforts to find funds to operate. Farmers prefer to sell the cocoons rather than spin and weave at home.
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