THE WAR IN THE EAST.

Press, Volume LII, Issue 9024, 9 February 1895, Page 7

THE WAR IN THE EAST.

CHINESE SHIPS SUNK.

A GENERAL KILLED.

CHINA'S DESIRE, FOR PEACE. I —_— ■■■.♦■

Press Association—By Telegraph—Copyright. Shanghai, February 7. It is reported that General Nodzie, commander of the Fifth Division of the Chinese army, has been killed. February 8. The Japanese fleet on Sunday fiercely bombarded the Linkungt&n forts. The Ting Yuen and three other Chinese warships bravely assisted the fort 3. Admiral Ting* ordered all to fight till the last, and until slain. On Monday the shore batteries were held by the Japanese, and the latter's warships resumed bombarding the Chinese ships, and repeatedly hit the guns, which were disabled, though the crews fought with spirit. Both the Ting Yuen and the Chen Yuen were riddled with shot, and sank at their stations frantic shouts from the victors. Other Chinese ships are in a disabled condition, and their capture is regarded as a certainty. The Japanese are preparing to attack the forts on Linkungtan. General Otera was amongst those killed. Mines at the entrance to the harbour prevented the Chinese fleet escaping at night. The Emperor has ordered the Envoys to remain at Nagasaki, declaring that he has been deceived, and that he is just beginning to understand the situation. The Chinese loan has been a failure. \ .- ■■ 7?akis, February 8. A Chinese envoy has arrived here, j accredited to endeavour to persuade the great Powers to intercede and arrange for peace.