Another suspicious case of white slave tragic has been unearthed by one of the local Russian papers which rather specializes in sensations of all kinds. The story runs-that a young and pretty. Russian girl was approached by two Russians regarding marriage to a young Italian who was. alleged to reside in Shanghai. Her photograph, it is alleged, was sent him ud alli arrangements made, she 10 Feceive ¥.200 for her journey. The young lady asked for some guarantee of good faith. and not receiving any, she informed the police. Both Rusplans were taken into custody. They will remain In gaol until the police thoroughly have investigated the matter.
Two More Disappearances During the past week two men have disappeared under mysterious circumstances, the first named Isayett 68 years of age, being the owner of large house in New Town, who went fora walk one evening and has been missing for about eight days. 'The second was the part owner of a large store on Kitsaikaya, named Witenson, who had a man' call on him on important business. and going out with him three days ago, has not returned. 'These cases are' shaking' the nerves of local shopkeepers and house-owners, some of whom are clearing out of the city, fearing that they may be the next victims. It is reporied that the large firms of Bent Bros, & Ca, and Arcady Bent propose to close here and remove to Shanghai.
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