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in China engaged in lawful occupations, such as the build-
ing of a railway are placed under the special protection
of the Chinese authorities. If these neglect their duty
in this respect and foreigners are subjected to insult
and hurt, regrettable international complications must
inevitably ensue.
In the case of the recent disturbances on the
Kowloon-Canton Failway the Magistrates of Tsang Ch'ang
and Tung Kuan have apparently failed in their duty in
these three respects.
Firstly, they have not rendored loyal assistance
to an important Chinese undertaking; secondly, they havO
signally failed to maintain order within their jurisdic-
tion; thirdly, they have not afforded British subjects
proper protection.
It is difficult to sac how they can o8020
severe omaure when these facts become know.
During Your Excellency's administration law-
lessness has been put down with a firm hand, uncouragement
has