The situation on the Concession borders has hitherto been quiet, although, as far as is visible from the Concessions, dense crowds of Chinese are lined up, awaiting admission.
Some Chinese, who were allowed to enter, stated they had seen a number of farmers carrying their produce, vainly hoping for admission, turned back, although they had been waiting for admission since last night.
It is estimated that only about 200 Chinese are admitted daily at each entrance.
A visit paid by Reuter's correspondent to the market today revealed bare and empty stalls, with only a few vegetables, of the coarse st were given to understand at the time that the front door could be used by uniformed men, as this was contrary to. previous agreements made between the authorities concerned.
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