Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, 1894, With the Annual Message of the President, Transmitted to Congress, December 3, 1894

Mr. Denby, chargé, to Mr. Gresham.

[Telegram.]

Peking, August 27, 1894.

The consul-general of the United States telegraphs alleged two spies have resided three years as students. The papers in their possession such as intelligent students might prepare for personal information. Suggest consuls of the United States shall act as arbitrators. I state many Japanese have worn Chinese clothing without objection, though contrary to treaty.