Prince Kung to John Russell Young, October 13, 1883

Prince Kung to Mr. Young.

Sir: Upon the 12th instant I received a telegram from Viceroy Chang, at Canton, saying that Mr. Consul Seymour was willing to render his good offices in the adjustment of matters connected with the Canton riot.

I am exceedingly pleased with this offer, illustrating as it does the earnest and faithful regard in which your consul holds the existing good relations between our two Governments, and I believe you will give a ready assent to this offer.

May I beg you to instruct Mr. Seymour by telegraph to exercise his good Offices between the parties in interest in this business in a just and equitable manner, to the end that all questions may be speedily adjusted, which is a consummation much to be desired.

Cards and compliments.