THE CHINESE QUESTION.
Pekin, September 6
The American Ambassador at Pekin has been positively informed that the treaty has been rejected by the Chinese Government, It is thought lhat possibly the treaty with America will be modified and then ratified.
Canton, September 6.
The passing of the Chinese Exclusion Bill by the American Congress created excitement m this city, and serious riots broke out. The residence of the American Minister was attacked by the Chinese, but the authorities took prompt measures to quell the disturbance, Hong Kong, September 6.
Papers here believe that the rumored edict ordering Chinese to return borne is a mere canard.
Washington, September 6.
The Chinese Exclusion Bill was denounced both in the Senate and House of Representatives as an election dodge, in order that by doubtful States being rendered neutral the Presidential election might be secured by the Democrats.
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Temuka Leader, Issue 1788, 11 September 1888, Page 1
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144THE CHINESE QUESTION. Temuka Leader, Issue 1788, 11 September 1888, Page 1
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