7
E
(3).
705
opinion and bring back a normal state of affairs.
Having thus given proof of their sincere desire as far as they are concerned to ascertain and fix responsibility in the matter, the diplomatic representatives concerned feel bound to declare that they are satisfied that arrangements for demonstre-
Chinese tions were made on Chinese territory. government must therefore on their part take energetic measures to fix responsibility where it belongs and
More- inflict penalties upon officials responsible. over in order to (group omitted) similar incidents, it is indispensable that police authorities of Chinese city and those of concessions shall maintain a close contact with the object of assuring an effective collaboration for maintenance of order."