Mr. Denby to Mr. Olney.
Viceroy Liu superseded two months ago, but ordered to stay at Chengtu. His successor is in charge. British minister has not decided to send commission to Chengtu. French commission proved ex-viceroy’s guilt. We have strong affidavits showing his negligence; Yamên does not seriously deny his guilt. I have demanded banishment; that he be declared forever ineligible to office, and that his sentence be published with the reason given that he did not protect foreigners. Will demand punishment of other officials; will get proof taken by the French commission. English consul can not leave Chungking. Proposed commission can not be organized now. Will you have another? I ask support in demanding viceroy’s punishment. Affairs at Kutien proceeding well; many convictions.