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those performed by similar officials in ancient Rome. It will be remembered, moreover, that the policy and actions of the Tsungli- Yamen, and of the constituted authorities, are always liable, at
Veking as at Constantinople, to be reversed through the Palace intrigues
of
6.
women and cunuchs.
I have thought it my
duty to Keep Your Lordship informed. from time to time, of the general
• progress of events in this part of the world. But I am fully
aware
that
S
that I write under much disadvantage,
as later telegrams will generally supersede
my reports with more recent information.
my
· purposely refrain from mentioning the unconfirmed rumours now in circulation here with regard to the amount of the indemnity which the
French
may probably demand from China, and the material guarantee
which they may seize for its an payment.
I have the honour to be
My Lord,
Your Lordship's Most Obadient Humble Servant,
5. Bowen