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The Chinese displayed great energy and resource in forming defenses against any advance inland from Kelung or Tamsui, and the French government was brought to face the fact that there was nothing to be gained by carrying on these desultory operations, and that unless they were prepared to send a large expedition, it was computed of not less than 50,000 men, to attack Pekin, there was no alternative to coming to terms with China.
The students would not rest until it was buried, and the remembrance of the horrible creature's visit for some time spoiled the charm of the little upper room. The rocks at Kelung harbor were another favorite spot for this little traveling university to hold its classes.
He and his comrade were standing side by side on the steps of a heathen temple as they had done at Kelung. The angry crowd was scowling and muttering, ready to throw stones as soon as the preacher uttered a word.
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