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government has made formal applica-
ton, through Ii Hung Chang as its
envoy, for the appointment of an
American commissioner to bring
about the cessation of hostilities in
China and the restoration of general
peace. This, coming since the cap
ture of Pekin, is the first showing of
China's complete WEAKNESS with the
struggle and her desire to make
terms. The reply of the United States
government has not yet been made
known.
Lii Hung Chang's Appeal.
Ii Hung Changes application came
TO the Chinese minister, and was de-
livered by him to the state depart
ment at 10 a. m. Shortly afterwards
the president was acquainted with
China's desires. In the absence OF
Secretary Hay and Secretary Root,
the latter having gone to New York,
who have been most active in the Chi
nese matter, there was no opportuni-
ty for cabinet council.
Minister COnger Suggested.
The application of Ii Hung Chang
is that Minister Conger or some other
Official be named as commissioner for
a cessation of hostilities. Earl Ii en-
presses willingness to go where the
powers may desire to conduct the ne
gotiations, and it is expected that
this will be either Pekin or Tien Tsin.
In that event the negotiations will oc-
curr on what is practically conquered
territory. The suggestion of the Chi
nese envoy that Minister Conger be
named as the American commissioner,
is said to be due to the fact that, as
Mr.. Conger is now relieved from per-
sonal danger at Pekin, he is free to
conduct the negotiations, and has the
advantage of being on the spot.
Similar Appeals to other Powers.
The application to the United
States is understood to be similar 10
that made to other powers. Under
the circumstances, it is probable that
there will be a conference, in order
that the powers may act in unison.
As to this, however, there is no official
announcement for Ii Hung Changes
application has barely had time to get
DGlOIt Lnt DItSlutHJ anu Ills duNlSCISs
Another Development.
Another important development is
that two of the influential viceroys' of |
China had made application to the
powers, including, it is believed, the
United States, that no disrespect be
shown to the emperor and empress
dowager of China. 1t is understood
that the government is informed that
at least one of the continental powers
is prepared to answer that there will
be no personal indignity or disrespect
to their majesties.
The Conditions in Pekin.
The condition inside Pekin was
made more clear by dispatch from
Admiral Remey, giving authentic re-
ports from one of his staff officers,
Lieut.. Latimer, as to the situation OH
moving on the imperial city," aud
"clearing out the Tartar city" This
latter city contains the Tartar ar
senal, and is the headquarter for the
vicious Tartar troops.
Admiral Remey's Dispatch.
"Tallu, Aug. 19.-Authentic report
from Pelkin, the 18th, from Lieut.. Lat
inner; Troops moving on imperial
city. Clearing out Tartar city. All
Americans who remain in Pekin are
we'll except one child. Capt. Myers
recovered from wound, has typhoid,
crisis passed, and now convalescing.
Assistant Surgeon Lippett was wound
ed upper left leg, bone fractured. Leg
saved, now recovering. The following
killed during siege in Pekin:
Sergeant j. f. Tanning, Privates C.
d. King, j. w. Tucher, j. Kennedy,
r. Z. Thomas, A. Turner and Ii.
Fisher.
Wounded: Private j. Schroeder, ell
bow, severe, now dangerously i'll
from fever; Seaman j. Mitchell, up
per arm, severe, now recovering.
All other wounded and sick re-
turned to duty.
Casualties Maj. Biddle's command,
attack Tan Pating: First Lieut.. But
Ter, chest; Private Green, wrist;
Private Warrel, right temple; all
slight.
Reported from Chinese sources that
the royal family have escaped and are
en- route to Sian Flu.
ISigned.] REMEY.
Indications of Anarchy.
1t is said at the war department
that the reports of continued fight
ing in Pelkin indicate that the al
lied forces found state of anarchy
In the city, with many disorderly peo-
pie and no method of controlling
them. This especially would be the
case if the reported fight of the en-
press dowager and emperor is true.
Consequently, 1t has been found nee
essary for the troops to retore order |
In the city and carry out the instruc-
tions under which our forces are act |
ing.
INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS.