Russia and China.

Manawatu Herald, 14 May 1903, Page 2

Russia and China.

MOVEMENTS OP TROOPS. Mr E. BL Conger, United States Minister at Pekin, has cabled to Colonel Joho Hay, American Secretary of State, stating that the Russians re-entered Niuohwang, but subsequently retired. Other reports state that the Russian troops have again from the forts at the ihonth of thl Liao-ho river. ■ / ' Colonel Hay is publishing despatches relating to China. They show that Count Lamndorff, the Russian Foreign Minister, on being reminded of his promises regarding China, denied America's right to intervene between Russia and China. On being further confronted with pledges given by Russia, the Count repeated that he was etill in favour

• of an “open door” in Manchuria “as understood by Russia.” ■ THE FEELING IN AMERICA. The Times is not disposed to think that Russia’s action at Niuchwang Indicates any new development of moment. The New York correspondent of The Times says The comments of every American newspaper reveal the hUEeasing gravity of the situation. Roosefelt and Colonel Hay take strong measures the country wUI back them. The New York Sun declares that the interests of the United States and Great Britain in repelling Russian aggression are like two halves of . a single unit. The officials at St. Petersburg belittle the reports regarding Russia’s action at Niuchwang! They, declare that reinforcements were, sent there temporarily, and will be definitely withdrawn. Chinese Viceroys and Governors have telegraphed to the Grand Council at Pekin urging that a firm stand be taken against foreign aggression. Vice-Admiral Sir Cyprian A. G. Bridge took the Glory to Hankau. She was the first battleship seen there, and was Warmly welcomed.