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THE TIMES, MQNDAY, 2, I9OO, LATEST INTlHjfci QENOE. THE CRISIS IN CHINA. ANARCHY IN PEKING. MtKDKR OP THE OKRJIAS MINISTER. EtUKQILkl, Jt 27.

From a trustworthy source la close touch with the Nanking Viceroy's Yamco I hare reed red the following Information relative to affairs la Peking since tho last direct news. Internal and other cridence joist to tho probability ot the general rerrectaemof the statement which obtains fall 'credence from the highest Chinese officials In this vawvlnce. It stated that the Viceroy Ua has received by tcVgrsph from Yuan Shlh kal an edict, dated Peking, June 3(1, by special urgent courier. trbcreia the Throne, after referring to the dlffi catty of aolrlng tbo problcn of the anti foreign tmnrmrnt and the. gloomy outlook for the future.

bid the Mceror protect his fawn border while doJag hi boat to help Poking inYthls crisis. WciHnformed Chinese regardthe document as valedictory, and are thereby convinced of tho truth ot the earlier report that the Emp IVwtisjt and the Emperor have flod westward and that Prince Tuaa, having assumed the control ot the government, has placed his son, the heir designate, on the Throne. It is farther stated that Xi Ilong Chang has received a message from Tnng La, dated Peking, June 21, bidding him ignore any decrees Issued thereafter. Ii Hong Chang communicated this to the YiecToya of Ks.nl tag and Wu chang, who hare alnee combined in a Joint policy ot Inde pendence of Peking at the present crisis. General Tung fuh slang, commander of the Mahomedan levies.

Is aaid to be content flitting Independent action with or without Prince Tnan, while Tnng La, who is still com ssander tn ehlct, is opposing his anti foreign pnlicr and endeaTonring to obtain combined action on the part ot the Viceroys and Yuan SHh kal, whose troops are a considerable factor. No explanation is offered of the fact that whOe the Chinese and Manchn leaders are able to commnnkate with Prions, and although re assuring Intimations are given by Tnan Shih kai aato the safety of the foreign residents in the capital, no direct news from the latter has been received since June 14. Jess 30. A private telegram from Nln ehwang yesterday aays that no trouble is expected there, and that business is progressing favourably. Jctt 1.

Shteg has received to day by special courier service from Peking ria Pao tingrfn an urgent message, from Tnng La, dated June 25, direct ing him to urge on a speedy advance ot tbe foreign troops and stating that the position in Peking is critical and that the soldiery are rioting In the streets. The Emperor, the Tsung li Yamea. Prince Chlng, and himself are power less to control errata. Sheng, in an interriew with the British Consul generally confirmed the Information in a message of Friday stating that Prince Tnan was dictating a violent anti foreign policy assisted by 15,000 troops under Tung fuh siang in Peking, those under Nieh at Ties tain, and the Boxen." The Viceroy Yu La is belie red to be supporting Prince Tnan. Tnan Shlh kal la an unknown factor, bat expected to follow the lead ot the southern Ylnruja Sheng regards the position In the north extremely serious.

Telegrams from Tain tan yesterday report serious attack on German railway engineers In tho neighbourhood of Kau mL The European! escaped, but many Chinese were killed and pro perty was destroyed. Tho memorial church at Teh chan fu has been burnt, and tho missionaries at Tsi nlng hare been jnVered to leave by the Mandarins. It is further stated that Tnan Shlh kal, Governor of Shan tung, has refused to permit German troops to go to Wci hsien to assist the American Ii in official Information receired confirms the news that tho German Minister was murdered by native troops on June 18. The Nanking Viceroy yesterday telegraphed to Sheng an assurance that the Legations were all well on the 25th. This is eonllrmed, in a sense by information which have received from a military correspondent at Tien tain, writing on the 26th, to theeffect that arrived there on the 24tb that the British Legation was tho refuge of all the Europeans, and was holding out.

had refused to accept a Chinese escort and leave the capital, holding the Tsong ll Yamin re sponsible for its safety. From tho tame source I am Informed that Admiral Seymour advanced within 25 mil en of Peking and was there opposed by Tung fub uang's troops and obliged to retire, fighting his way and short of food and water. He awaited relief at the Hugo Arsenal, which he had captured together with a large quantity of guns and ammunition. ILM. torpedo boat destroyer Fame destroyed Usin cbeog Fort on the Pei bo River on the 25th.

A road from Ta ku to Tien tain is now dear, the villages being vacated. Tbe advance is hampered by tbe lack of transport and cavalry. The Japanese are still massing troops vxjpicy ci auegea edicts were received by local officials yesterday, presumably emanating from Prinoo Tnan, urging the expulsion and extermination of foreigners. increasingly evident that tbe position in and around the capital Is one of internecine war, the OftgIance ot the native troops being divided een the parties of Tung Lu and Prince Tuan, the tatter's greatly pre uouderatlng. Here among the natives the nanla is mfeMW Tbe Nanking Viceroy has issued orders to tbe local officials to cease military preparations at Wu ung snd elsewhere rith good effect Great credit is dne ue personal Influence and efforts of ConsuHJeneral, Mr.

Warren. Tho Chinese telegraph service i ln.wi defective. Ordinary messages from Chit to Shanghai lately were fire days late, and the post two. It urgently necessary thfrthe Government should conclude an arrangement on the terms nm posed by the Joint Cables Company for an iml meoiase extension of toe British cable frtm Shanghai to Ta ku. Tho need both now and nereaxter is Imperative.

Tho subkidy would only a trifling consideration. (mooca jtxem'c aczkct.) SHANGHAI. Jrrrr 1 Information has reached here that the German Minister waa attacked at Peking while he was uu way to tie Tsung il Tamfeu, where he died worn the Injuries be had received. The British Consul, at Chlfa telegraphs that the German Minister In Peking was murdered by native troops on Juno 18. Three Legations, which, are not sjOed, were ict destroyed on June 25..

Tbe Asserieaa Cnasel ben sutesUtsJatale. gr fromOeneral Tm dated June 28, reports thatho. other Uhcign, Ministers were ate thai nsorklng. but tshat their sltuatlon'was desperate, and he doubted whether they could hold out toV sier 24 'hours ho'and tho Empress could no longer protect them. irxox ocx om oouustuaiuj is.) A despatch received at tho Foreign Offloe froca tho commander ot tho Italiaa cruiser Elba, dated Ta kn, June 30, states thai the German Minister In Peking reports that' all tho Legations have been "burned excebt the! English, French, and German.

All the mombers of the Diplomatic Corps hare taken refuge In tho British Legation. The Italian cruiser Calabria has returned to Tn ku. PARIS. Jclt 1. The news ot tho assassination ot tho German Minister In Peking has arrived to night and has created a painful sensation.

This crime, it is feared, will aggravato tho existing complications. (THKOCCK BICTTS'S AOXKCT.) WASIitSGTOK, JCTS SO, The Secretary of tho Navy has received the following despatch from Chlfu, bearing to day's date, from Admiral Kemps! On the 10th Inst, the Ministers In Peking were given 21 hours' notice to leave the city. They refused to do so, and are still there. The Peking relief force got half way to tho capital. They were attacked by Imperial troops on the 18th Captain McCalla, ot the United States warship Newark, was in command.

The casual' tics were four killed and 25 wounded. Captain McCalla and Enalcn Taussic were wounded, but not seriously. There are now over 11,000 troops ashore. Commander Wise is in command at Tang ku. He is in charge otOhe transport arrangements by rail and river.

The officers of the allied forces find it neces sary to make use of some civilians in order to work the railway." xne latwwuur telemm nas been recetvea from Mr. KassdAle, American Consul at Tien tsin, dated the 27th this being the first to hand from him for a fortnight Siege Tien tsin raised. Seymour returned attempt vain. Fought seven separate battles. blx Americans killed, 33 wounded." CAPTURE OF AN ARSENAL.

THE RECENT OPERATIONS. The War Office has received the following telegram from Colonel Dorward, dated Chlfu, June SO, 1 15 pun. Arsenal north east ot Tien Uln captured In the morning ot June 27 by combined forces. British troops engaged were Naval Brigade and Chinese Regiment all remained in reser Naval Brigado four killed In action, 15 wounded, including two officers. Chinese Regi ment no casualties.

Latter checked counter attack by Boxers on left flank, with heavy loss to enemy. The following telegram has been received by the Admiralty from Admiral Bruce, sent via Chlfu, June 30, 2 10 pjn. Tbe conduct ot Commander Stewart, Algorlne, and Commander Lana, litis (German), at bom bardment Ta ku torts was magnificent and elicited admiration ot allied ships. River route to Tien tsin, 51 miles from Ta ku, now open. Kauneaa now nine miles xrom Tien tsin and road Inward not (now quite safe.

Communication with Conimander in Chief, Tien tsin, difficult. Force with Cradock had to fight way into Tien tsin. Cradock also commander stormlnc party previously forts at Ts Jrn. Fort, which commanded river 13 miles above Ta ku, was found deserted by Lieutenant and Commander Keyes and blown up by him, leaving passage up the river free. Keyes reports to dsy arsenal Tien Uln captured June 27.

Naval Brigade losses Five men killed. Lieutenant Colomb, Endymion, slightly wounded. Gunner May and 21 men wounded. further details. Warrender quite well, doing very good work taking charge of all our forces on river and along lines of communication.

Vice Admiral Alexeleff, Governor General Port Arthur and Leao tong Province, Com nurui tr in Chlef of all Russian forces in the East, has Just arrived on his way to Tien tsin, takio sppreme command of Russian forces. Captain JeUIooe, shot through lung, doing very wcIL Forces landed to date receive it. The Russians and Germans! tech accepted one. pONG KONQ AND SHANGHAI, into ou coxjuxroiTDxxr.) nON'G KONQ. JciT 1.

The satl foreign feeling in Canton and its ighbourhood, although deepening, is kept in subjection by the stringent measures of tho Viceroy, who Is recruiting large reinforcements troops. A largo crowd threatened the Wesleyan mission at Fat shan on Friday, but no damage was dono. It is significant that tho Chinese steamer which was to have carried the Viceroy to the north Is still at Canton ten days after the advertised date sailing. It is reported that the reformer Sun Tat Sen Is at Hong kong. The services of tho German volunteers hare boon accepted by tho Government of Hong kong.

(totough kxcter's AarNcr.) SHANGHAI, Jcxi 39. Anti Christian placards have been posted up in the outlying districts ot Shanghai. From the language used it soems that they must have emanated from a literary source. Jclt X. The excitement among the Chineso hero ha calmed down somewhat.

Over 20.000 natives left last week for Ning po, Su chau, and other outlying districts. There are signs that some secret society is exciting native superstitions, but' the foreign communities do not fear any troubles here. The available landing force at Shanghai including volunteers numbers 1,200. It is reported that Liu, the Viceroy of Nan ting, has received instructions from the Empress to begin nosttUUes against foreigners, but heel takes to obey. From an official source it is learnt that the Chinese are laying torpedoes between Shanghai and Kianff nan Arsenal and that the Yane tsse forts from Wu sung to Nanking are preparing to resist foreigners.

OFFERS FROM AUSTRALIA. (thsocch nrcTKK's agcnct.) SYDNEY, Jess 30. Replying to a request made by Mr. Chamber lain that three light draught warships oh the Australian Station should be sent to China, Sir William Lyne, the Premier of New South Wales, has telegraphed "thaTVhe will be pleased to acquiesce in the proposal, adding that if the Imperial Government so desired, the members of the New South WalesNaval rigade would be prepared to volunteer for active service. Mr.

See, Minister of Defence, says that several regiments have already Tolnnteered for aervlee In China, and that from 2,000 to 3,000 trained men would be Immediately available. Officers. ilea. Germany 44 1,300 British 184 1,700 Austria 12 127 America 20 329 France 17 387 Jtaly 7 131 Japan 119 3,709 Russia 117.. 5,817 ToUl 520 13,500 with 53 field guns, 30 machine guns.

No details yet of killed and wounded with Commander in Chief. (thkough xzctek's agxxct.) TA KU, Jcxi 57. Admiral Kompff opposed the policy of attacking the Chinese army unless they began hostilities. It is now admitted that tho Powers by attacking th forts hero turned the Chinese into allies ot the Boxers." This the Americans think might have been avoided, and Admiral Kcmpff is hold ing aloof from all hostilities beyond movements necessary for the rescue of Americans. The storming of Tien tsin on the 23rd waa the occasion of some fierce fighting.

Major Waller' American contingent ot 130 marines, with Commander Cradock's British naval brigade of 500 men camped on the 22nd eight miles from the town where the railway had been destroyed, and at daylight on the 23rd marched on Tien tsin, Major Waller's small force and two companies tbe British went up the river bank, tho remainder ot the British force, consisting ot 300 Welsh Fusiliers, supporting him. The other column, composea tiueny of Bussians and Germans, took the route on which Major Waller was repulsed on tno zitt. The Busaiana became engaged first. Major Waller reinforced them and then rejoined tne British foroe which was attacking the military college. The Chinese exploded a mine under the marines, but merely bruised a few.

While crossing to rejoin tbe British the marines were exposed to a heavy flanking fire. Private John Hunter was killed, and Sergeant Taylor and Corporal Pedrick were wounded. The British had two killed and three wounded. The Anclo American forces carried by storm village outside the walled city. In Tien tsin ikay found Lieutenant Irwin and Cadet Pcttingili with 40 men in good oondition.

Private Nicholas was killed and one man wounded when the Chinese attacked Tien tsin. On the 21st Major Waller's command with 440 Russians were ambushed throe miles from Peking Tien tsin) and compelled to retreat, tho Ameri cans abandoning a a incn nee gun ana a volt run and losine four killed and seven wounded. The greatest anxiety prevails regarding the foreigners in Peking. Admiral Kcmpff believes that large reinforcements are necessary to enable ine rowers to roach tne capital, but ne.ia avoid ing all action which would Involve Americans future dinlosnatlo discussions, When tbe forts attacked the foreign fleet the British run boat Alcerine surprised and boarded four Chinese torpedo boats under the shadow of the forts: Tbe commander offered one of them he declined THE POLICY OF JAPAN. (rSOK OCX COKUXr ONDBtT.) YOKOHAMA, Juwi 9 Japanese public opinion foresees that the gravest complications will arise out of the Chinese trouble, resulting In a situation which will Inevitably offer opportunities inviting selfish aggression unless a clear agreement is previously come to among the Powers which have identical interests.

Japan is prepared for the vigorous co operation on behalf of the open door and the integrity of China, but would bo deterred by a continuance of Indistinctness in British policy, which obscures the future. There is now a unique opportunity to find a solution of the Far Eastern question which would probably be permanent 'and satisfactory, bat effective action would be paralysed by England's fall are to assume an unequivocal attitude towards the questions which are evidently impending. (rSOst OU OW5 OOKKEBTOKDXXr.) ST. rETEHSBUKQ, Jrxi 30 It is confirmed here that Japan has taken the Initiative in seeking tbe opinions of the other Powers through their representatives atTokio as to dealing With the difficulties In China after the relief of Peking, but it is not known whether any definite replies havo yet been given. The Japanese think that it is high time for the Powers to look, ahead In order to avoid possible misunderstandings, and to consider what is to be done after the suppression of the Boxers The chief idea evidently is that a congress of the foreign Ministers should meet in Peking.

For the present, however, the control of the situation remains with tho military and naval commanders, and the diplomatists seem to have Terr little to do except to collect news. There Is a report from tnat some kind of sn understanding has been arrived at which is thought to have referenoe probably to tho maximum number of foreign troops to be employed. TheAotoe Vremya expresses astonishment at the large num bers which are being sent by England and Japan. Especially surprising to this paper is tbe inclu sion of so many British troops in the Indian con tingent of 17,000 men, for the fiovoe Vremya has for months enjoyed the belief that tho reduced garrisons of India could not spare another man even for South Africa. The object of this and of other Russian papers is simply to spread mis trust of England and Japan.

ATTITUDE OF THE POWERS. (ntOaf OCX OWX OTBXXSPONDENT8.) VIENNA, JFLT 1 Referring to the question as to whether the Powers, in consequence of tho collision between their troops and the Chinese army, must con sider themselves to be at war with China, the PolltUche Correspondent is informed that tbe contrary is the case. In support of this view it is recalled that tho information concerning the events which hare taken place in Eastern Asia is far from being sufficient to justify a declara tion of war. Furthermore, it must be borne in mind that, in presence of the circumstance that only a portion of China is implicated in the con flict, a declaration of war might tend to increase the danger already existing for foreigners. Those provincial authorities who have hitherto announced their intention of protecting the rights snd personal security of foreigners would certainly not preserve tho samo attitude If war were to be declared.

Indeed, a state of war would entail Incalculable consequences the avoidance of which is required by the most elementary prudence. Tbe Polititcke Corresponds nj adds that It was tbe Japanese Government which by first mooting the question, drew from tbe Powers this unanimous expression or opinion. BERLIN, Jen T3 The question whether tho Powers should' or should not consider themselves at war with China is being argued in some ot the German papers with unnecessary lnsistenceIt Is quite pos sible to conduct military operations against a mixed rabble of Boxers and Chinese soldiery without incurring the political consequences and responsibilities of war." The Powers were not at war with Turkey when they quelled disturbers of the peace in Crete. And why the Cologne Gazette, for example, should be so eager to havo the present action of the Powers designated by the word war remains a matter for conjecture. It may still be possible to bring home to tho Chinese the practical disadvantages of their policy and action without bestowing upon the active operations of tho Powers any other description thsn that which I believe is of German semi official origin and is embodied in the words work of rescue, when this work of rescue thoroughly and unanimously accomplished the Powers will uvea better basis for their future loint deliberations than it they had waged a war as allies and had to eonroke a second edition of the Congress of Vienna in' order to settle their rival claims to reanticm.

This forecast is, aoi doubt, purely hypothetical but I may mint out one advantage of tho avoidance of the word and we political reality of "war" against Chin. According to my own Information, the United States, while gladly and rigorously co operating with the Powers In their present action, will not ben party to any proceedings which would involve her In anything which could properly be designated political alliance with any other Power or Powers. My information on this point is so exnlleit I had almost vrrlttm emnhatle that I may be forgiven for enlarging upon It. An American, whoso acquaintance with tbe home and foreign affairs of his country is extensive and, perhaps, unique, reminded me the other day that there wero three things not contained in the Constitution of tho United States which, nevertheless, exercised upon Americana the binding force of legal enactments. One was that no citizen should hold tho office of President moro than twice.

The second was that members of the Electoral College should vote for tbe Presidential candidate of their party. The third was that America should avoid foreign entanglements." The present work of rescue," taken in tho widest sense of the expression, is not regarded by Americans as a foreign entanglement," nor would subsequent delibera tions oi mo rowers in wined America would tace part be regarded in that light. But a war involving alliances would bo regarded as a most objectionable entanglement. One can even imagine America seceding from the action of tho Powers wero their action to assume that aspect. Some of tho Powers might be quite willing to see her secede but they shrewdly suspect that she would neither secede alone nor remain Inactive after bcr teceasion.

For this and for other reasons there: is happily no occasion for anticipating that tho Powers will adopt any methods or formulas which might imperil their friendly co operation in the work of pacifying China and of creating guarantees against the recurrence of tho present troubles. Jclt 1. Admiral Seymour's telegram describing the operations ot the International expedition under his command is reproduced in all the newspapers. Public opinion is gratified by his just apprecia tion ot the services rendered by tho German con tingent. The Cologne Gazette replies to certain criticisms on the expediency of tho expedition, and points out that all calculations were upset by the participation ot Chinese regular troops In tbe attack upon Admiral Seymour's force.

Apprehen sions are expressed as to tho effect upon tbe Chinese of tbe failure of tbe expedition but, on tbe other hand, it Is anticipated that the fight ing between Lang fang and Tien tsin will have given the Chinese a taste of what they have to expect when the Powers resume their open' tions with adequate resources. The question ot forming a separate force for colonial operations or of developing" and trengthening tbe existing three marine battalions continues to be discussed. The Cologne Gazette devotes an articlo to the subject of Welt politik, and insists that when England, Franco, Kussia, and even America are making snch exer tions Germany must not lag behind. The Post considers that the two years' military service system cannot affect the obligation ot those who are serving to remain with the colours until any military operations in which the Imperial com mandcr ln chief may be employing them shall have been concluded. Tho new cruiser Furst Bismarck left Kiel for China yesterday and passed through the Baltic Canal.

Major von Glasenapp, who has been appointed chief of tbe staff to Major General von lopfner. In command of the two battalions of marines about to leave lor China, is well acquainted with Chinese affairs. In 18S4 he obtained an appointment as instructor In the Chinese army and held that position for several years. On bis return be was attached to the German General Staff. Sinor Crispi publishes an article in the Hamlmrgiteher Correnondent entitled" Germany, England, and the Yellow Peril." He condemns the policy which would regard Japan as a rival instead of an ally.

For tbe rest, he recommends Anglo German co operation, which would be strengthened by the support of Italy. Incidentally bo describes the South African war as a necessity from which England could not escape, and he maintains that her victory will do Europe no manner of harm. Tbe Imperial Uazette publishes the text of two telegrams which have been sent by tho German Emperor Admiral Bendemann, tho commander ot the German cruiser squadron in the Far East. The first telegram, which is dated Kid, June 24, Is as follows Full ot joy at the gallant conduct ot the litis and her crew at Ta ku, I express my recognition and my Imperial thanks to the commander and the crew. I see that the gallant men of the old litis havo come to life again.

My ships will never lsck such men of thst I am sure. Upon Commander Lans I confer tbe Order Pour le Recommendations for orders for all the officers and men are to be sent by telegraph. Honour to thoso who have fallen." In the second telegram, which is dated Trave mQnde, June 30, the Emperor says It is a matter of great satisfaction to me that the expeditionary corps of tho cruiser squadron has borne itself excellently under the strain or extraordinary exertions in distant lands. The tasks with which it was unexpectedly con fronted subjected tho corps to its first bard trial. The conduct of the officers and men is worthy to take its place among the deeds which have always and everywhere been associated with the German name.

Honour to those who have fallen 1 Mt warm sympathy for the wounded. Upon Captain von Uscdora I confer the Order of the Crown. Second Class with the swords. Send recom mendations for distinctions to be conferred upon the officers ana men. The reference in the first telegram to the men of the old litis Is intended to recall the Incidents connected with the loss of the earlier gunboat of that name which foundered in a typhoon on the east coast of snan tung on July 1890, Tbe crew of 83, of whom only 10 were rescued.

gave three cheers for the Emperor as the vessel went down. ROME, July 1 Amid an enthusiast io popular demonstration the cruisers Vesuvio and StromboU sailed yesterday from Venice for Shanghai. Each carried 20 men above the full complement. Tho armoured cruiser Vcttor Pisanl is expected to start to morrow, contingent of men, Is hero to dsy on her way to Port Arthur (nox ocs ouTt miirarusuiarj XKW YOBxV Joit lw There are despatches from Washington which, If accurate, would suggest thai this Government Is disposed to play, as between Europe and China, Bismarck's rile of the honest broker. They do not imply, of course, the least want of good faith on the President's part, or any fail ore of cordial and efficient co operation in restoring order st Tien tsin snd rescuing the Ministers la Peking.

They mean simply to emphasize the disposition shown from the first to hold aloof from any policy leading directly or indirectly to tho partition of China, even should it turn out that the Empress responsible for the attack on Tien tsin. This theory might explain Admiral Kempffa refusal tot join in the attack on the Ta ku forts, which is not easily explained otherwise. Admiral Kerapff, st any rate, does not seem to be of Tatnell's opinion that blood is thicker than water. It might explain the negotiations between Li Hung Chang and the American Consul at Canton and the agreement by which Li was to have sailed on tho Brooklyn for Ta ku had not that purpose been frustrated by the alleged order from the Empress to remain at tor The degree of confidence still shown by tho Chinese Minister in Washington accords with the same theory: So does tho curious leader la to day's Sew York Tribune arguing that Chinese accounts relating to the Ministers have thus far proved true, and that the attack on the Ta ku forts was the real cause of the Ministers being ordered, If they were ordered, to leave Peking. nat a grim joke upon the Christian world," remarks the Tribune.

The truthfulness of the Heathen Chineo is thus vindicated." Whatever may bo the causes tnflnMn the mind of this Government its attitude remains un hanged by recent events. Admiral Kemnff inaction passes, so far as we know, unrebuked. unless ordering Admiral Remey to Ta ku be a re Dure. Admiral nemptrs report that the imperial troops attacked the allies does not seem to this Uovernment to involve a state of war. (thxocgb xkctzx's agxsct.) WASHINGTON, Jmrs JO Mr.

Ilay, Secretary of State, Mr. Long, Secre tary ot the Navy, and Mr. Root, Minister of War, conferred to day and decided that further instructions for the naval commander in China were unnecessary and that reinforcements would not bo sent unless requested. The latest news has not changed the policy ot the Government and the United States are still not at war with China. The State Department says that, while the United States can be no party to the reported international understanding regarding tem porary settlement of the Chinese troubles, should the European Powers and Japan reach an understanding on a basis simllaS to that reported, tho result should be welcomed by all Powers not having selfish designs.

Admiral hempff course aa mentioned in the newspaper despatches and in the absence of official statements meets with the unqualified approval of the Administration. Tbe accident to the Oregon.which went aground on the Pinnacle Rock on the 28th wiH not seriously affect the plans ot the Government respecting China. She was ordered to Ta ku before the forts fell snd for the duty that remains to her an ordinary cruiser will suffice. As tho tide rises and falls 10ft. at the Pinnacle Bock.

the authorities are hopeful that tho Oregon may float. There are now facilities at Manila for the transportation of 4,500 troops. forces Is erldenthy dne to the fact that they sntldpste no interfarence la the direetJca of the delays which have occurred have allowed the enemy to overrun the eosartry between General suaer sad sera. Colonel Vfshon. with the Lnnerial LIxfet Bone and the rest of his force, Is now at Pretoria.

GENERAL HUNTER'S MARCH. (XKXCCCX XXCTXX'S AGZXCT.) BSUJZLSxQ. Jnrs 23. General Hunter entered this place to Many arms are being surreodered, and the town. resuming business.

General Iaa Hamilton is progressing very, favourably. Colonel Williams, principal medical officer to the Division, reports' that in all probability General will resume active romrnirvl forthwith. The casualties to Roberts's Horse were more serious' than was previously reported. While making flanking movement tbry got within 800 yards of tbe enemy, who were concealed la the sails, rive officers were hit snd Captain Whittaker was killed. He was buried to day with military honours.

CATS TOWN, JUTS 39. General Hunter reached the Vaal River on thm 28th fast, unopposed. No decision has yet beenttaken regarding the despatch of troops, but I understand that the intention of tbe Government Is to send about 1,000 men. General satisfaction is expressed at the evidence that the Italian contingent with Admiral Seymour force gallantly performed its share of the common task. Jn tbe Chamber to dav Dr, Santini, President Villa, and Signor Saracco, the Premier, ntly commemorated the fallen.

In the course of the sitting Admiral Morln, Minister of Marine, read the following telegram from the officer commanding the Italian Far Eastern squadron A letter from Vice Admiral Sev mour renders thanks for the valuable co operation of Commandant Sirianni and of the sailors, whose energy, seal, and courage are equal to their high moral. Admiral Morln added tnat, though as sailor and an Italian, be had never doubted the courage and patriotism ot Italian sailors, he was clad that their valour had been recognized bv tho illustrious English Admiral. These words were received with loud general applause; (THROUGH BECTZX'S AGXXCT.) 8T. PETERSBURG, JciT 1. According to intelligence which has reached official quarters here, tbe Chinese population has placed Itself in several localities under Russian protection, having no sympathy with the Boxer rebellion.

It is further reported from Eastern Asia that the Boxer insurrection Is no longer extending, but on the contrary is declining and at present maintains itself only in the province of Pe chWi. The view obtains la governing i' circles here that, with pacific action on the part of the Powers snd the good will of the Chinese Government, the Boxer "rebellion wiU be disposed of in a short time. (rxoai ocx CDBxxarororrJ The Ycixxla JPlssA oxstente viihJ SIR R. BULLER'S ADVANCE. (tzxoccx xai.

rut's WTSSEI8 AJUC, Jess SO. General Clery, with the 4th Brigade and details artillery and cavalry, arrived on Saturday at this place, which Is nine miles distant from Standerton. This movement will eomnlete the hemming In of Do Wet. The country la flat, and consequently nothing Is seen of the but a number of them are in the Witpoortje hills, a few miles la front ot us, and ther fired 'on our advanced patrols. The railway remains intact so far.

GENERAL BUNDLE'S OPERATIONS. (tXXOCCX XXCTZX'x AOXJrCT.) junto. The Boers attacked the British position as Hammonla yesterday, but were repulsed. it is reported that only small number of Boers got through General Bundle's line, snd tnat tney afterwards returned. Their horses are la very poor condition snd are dying in large numbers.

Boers caught deserting are ordered to be shot. The silence of the enemy's guns is due to scarcity of ammunition, which they are reserving for fighting at close quarters. CAPE COLONY. (XXBOCGS XZCTXX'S ACTXCT.) CAMS TOTCT, Jorx M. Sir Alfred MIlWs visit to tho Traarrial has.

been Indefinitely postponed. It is the opinion of the foreign attaches that the war is over and that both Mr. Kruyer and Mr. eteyn win shortly surrender. The shots appeatsd in our Bsoeud Edition sf Batardsy.

Jnrs 30. It Is understood that Mr. Schrelner will resign his seat in the House of Assembly after making statement at the meeting of Parliament. Mr. Botha, member ot the House, who was recently arrested on a charge of high treason, will bo sent for trial to Aliwal North.

THE WAR THE SETTLEMENT OF THE REPUBLICS. GENERAL COLVILE ORDERED HOMX. (rxou orx srsctu. cokxaxrosiaurT.) PMTOKIA. Juxi S3.

There is practically no further development north ot the Vaal. We are in touch with Botha1 outposts along the eastern front, and there is constant Interchange of shots The enemy display a tendency to work to our north. Five trains per day on' ths'aTerage arrive with supplies. Sufficient remount, havo arrived to bring General Porter's tad General Dickson cavalry brigades, which are now la the vicinity of Kameel Drift, up to strength General Col vile has been ordered to England. South of the Vaal five columns are eonvnylnr with the object of clearing our vguftP In the north of the Orange River Colony, Two minor successes are reported already.

This movement should break up the only bases remain ing to the enemy south ot the Vaal namely, Vrede and Frankfort. The market here affords an extraordinary proof of the confidence of the farmers in the neighbour hood. (ntOK orx coxxnrosux.iT.) LORENZO MABQCE3, Jnri SO. It is evident that the destructive tendencies of the Boers are not yet ended. I learn on the best possible authority that since the British occupation of Pretoria they have commandeered 80 cases of dynamite from the Sheba Mine and 5,000 coils of fuse, besides smaller quantities from other De Kaap mines.

Several dynamos have been removed from the Sheba Mine for the pur pose of lighting the prisoners' quarters st Nooitgedacht. Desertions from the Boer ranks continue on the other hand, many deserters have been Induced to return. I am not disposed to attach credence to Boer estimates of tbe duration of the war. (XBXOCGH XECTXX'a ACXXCT.) PKBTOKIA, Jns M.s The Government of Pretoria has been gradu ally organized. A great number of vdtt Australians and Canadians, have volunteered for civil employment as police and on the railway.

A new Court of justice has been established. It has been named the Pretoria High Court. Prices are regulated according toj proclamation. The banks are allowed to do business 20 Is the weekly limit allowed to be drawn by one person. Payments in and out must be made in specie.

No transfers or current accounts are permitted. The oath or neutrality nas been made con siderably stronger than that originally used in the Free State. Those who take it are obliged to sign a declaration solemnly affirming that they have not only delivered up their arms, but sre not aware of any being concealed. la a further proclamation Lord Roberts emphasizes the fact that any damage done to the telegraph or nil way must bo done with the connivance of the neighbouring inhabitants, and wans all concerned that when such damage Is committed the nearest farmhouses will be burned and the prin cipal civil resioenia wiu oe maoe prisoners war. Three mails, addressed chiefly to the Cavalry Brigade and beginning on April 20, hare been burned by AM wee Lord Kitchener has returned here.

DsUyed trsnsssissiam. riKXAAES POOET. Jew Yesterday the enemy's from several directions approached: ther position held General Pole Carewand ahots were exchanged. On the south the Boers' eommeneed sniping frees, a kopje lying opposite our outpceis, bet two guns of," "Bsttery were and. opening are, tuspersea tae enemy whV There wen bo casualties oaoer side.

The Jar rasssst sgthtosat LORD ROBERTS AND THE INDIAN ARMY, (ntoat ocx ooxxuruxiiLRT.) SIMLA, JciT I. The Ccsasnuider ln Chiei. has telegraphed td Lord Roberts as follows Tbe Army la India snd your many friends amongst the native Princes are full of admiration for the successful operations under your lordship's brilliant leadership." Lord Roberts seat yesterday the following wpy On behalf of ameif and the force which It Is my privilege to friers nd, I tender you and sll oar comrades of the Indian Arnry our grateful thanks loryostf fti Jdo psesi fsiseTseh. THE FRENCH BOER COMMITTER (raoat ocx owx coxsxsroxDxxr.) rARIS.Jrn.Tl. The French Boer Independence Committee, as formed yesterday, has Senator Paallat for presi dent aad MM.

Knots, Rambaud, sad Goer in, ex Mmisters, and M. Caron, municipal councillor, for Tiee presidents. Its object Is to bring together all the sympathies existing In France and among civilised nations in favour of the independence of the Boers." For success in lis work the committee has the greatest eon fldeace la the ideas of justice which exist In a large portion of the English nation, as testified by the generous appeal recently addressed to the British people by important personages in England." The International Parliamentary Conference, which is to meet la Paris on the 31st, will be asked to. discuss the' question, and the committee win co operate vrlth the Boer delegates on their arrival next Friday. As to the Parliamentary Conference M.

Yves Guyot remarks in to morrow's Slide, If the question raised I shall be there tho discussion will be THE ASHANTI RISING. (TSXOTBH XXCTTX'S ACXXCT.) PRAHSTJ, Jess 2. The river Prah has overflowed Its banks, and the road to the north of Pmhsa Is completely submerged. Rain still continues to fall. ITbs shove appeared is oar Second Edition of gataxdsy.

ACCRA, Jen 30. Mr. Low, Colonial Secretary, was sworn in on Friday as Governor of the Gold Coast. Captain Benson and Captain Wilcox are pro ceeding; to Axim to take command of the native levies who are to be employed for the purpose of creating a diversion to tne eastward of xiumassi. Colonel Willeoeks Is understood to be advancing north of the Prah, and aa engagement is imminent.

INDIA, (noaf ocx OQBiMrosmjT.) 8IXLA, July 1. The monsoon Is still retarded. The currents are not savaaeing inland in any strength. Famine expenditure, therefore, continues unchecked, involving a serious drain on tho resources of the Government. Recent reports show that the Central Provinces are nvaged by cholera, 8,500 persons having died la May.

The epidemle Is severest in the tracts suffering from acute famine. Indo Esvr opastt Tcieyrujjfc. AUSTRALIA. (raXOCQB XXCTXX'S ACXXCT.) STOJTSf Jrax Ia Introducing the Wharves Besumntlon Bill. Sir W.

Lyne, the Treasurer, stated that ho intended to issue 4X00.000 four per cent. Inscribed stock to provide the necessary funds. Tho shove sppssrsd hi sr Seceod Edition sf Saturday. rj JriTl. The revenue of New South Wales foe the year ended June 30 amounted to being sa Increase of as compared with the omitsiMtdlng period preceding year.

THE UNITED STATES, (rxoic ozx cnnrrissTsrosiiSJir 1 1 TOBT. Jtxt X. TSe President has gone hon fo'Cnimfora, helidsyv Mr. Hay Is so far leeui eredss to be able toatteni to bairness, Whcerssr handles the Chinese esesekst t4.ks ohHged to re esosetaasa? ever' the possible consider asore closety'. taasf esTeei ot aesae MJm Oexerai IseJsa 'alataes.

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