Russia and China.
A Eeuter's telegram states that China will open Fuming-Fu near Foochow, as treaty port, but retains sovereign rights at Port Arthur and Pa-lien wan, both of which will be open to warships of all nations. Kiao chau remains in the hands of the Chinese. Kussia, however, will establish a small station in its environs. JJH.M.S. Barfleur, a first-class battleship of 10,500 tons and 18,000 horsepower, which recently joined the China Squadron, is proceeding to Nagasaki, Japan. The Russian flag has been hoisted at Port Arthur and Ta'lien'wan, and the Ohinese forces have been with* drawn from these positions* The Russian Volunteer fleet, which lately left the Baltic for Vladivostock, is returning to Russia. M. Hanotaux, Minister for Foreign Affairs, states that the chief demands made from China on behalf of France are made with the view to ensure the security of the Indo-Chinese territory. The first result of the demands, M. Hanocaux adda, give a good augury of success.
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Manawatu Herald, 31 March 1898, Page 2
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162Russia and China. Manawatu Herald, 31 March 1898, Page 2
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