(Two armed robberies were committed last night, one in the Concession and the other in the Settlement. Three men, two of whom carried pistols, invaded a Chinese shop at 221 Avenue Edward VII and stole $30 worth of property. On an alarm being raised, a Chinese constable of the French Police—fired one shot, but missed the robbers who escaped. The hold-up ín the Settlement was Staged by four men, one armed, at House No. 32, Lane No. 1851, Sinza Road, at 6 pin. A quantity of cash and clothing was stolen. No arrest was made.
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