CHINA AND OPIUM.
HUGE STOCKS WAITING,
Press Assn—By Telegraph—Copyright Received 12.5 a.m. Slxanghai, Yesterday.
The accumulation of opium stocks, valued at £12,000,000 sterling, in consequence of China's systematic obstruction of the foreign trade, has created a serious situation. It is believed that China desires to repudiate the Anglo-Chinese treaty.
Mr Jordan lias therefore warned China that unless its observance is assured he will be compelled to direct the attention of the British Government, to the subject.
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Manawatu Times, Volume LXV, Issue 1802, 19 December 1912, Page 5
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