THE LATE MASSACRE IN CHINA.
The massacre of the French Consul, a Priest, and some Sisters of Mercy, with horrible maltreatment, occurred at Tientsin, not Pckin,as was stated. The outrage was committed by the populace, and with the connivance of the Government, on the 21st of July. Two Russians were also killed, but no British subjects. All Protestant as well as Roman Catholic Chapels were demolished. Great excitement is felt throughout all the treaty ports. War appears unavoidable; the trade is much affected. Foo Cnoo, July 16. Prices of teas are ranging high. Large purchases have been made for Australia.
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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume V, Issue 213, 9 September 1870, Page 3
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