The Secretary of State to Minister Rockhill.

No. 195]

Sir: I have to acknowledge the receipt of your telegram of the 28th ultimo, reading as follows:a

You will continue pressure for the customs-houses, and you will inform the Chinese Government that the demand as to Newchwang will be renewed with increased emphasis if the present condition is allowed to continue.

I am, etc.,

E. Root.
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