To All Newspapers and Public Organizations:  Recently, the Southern Hunan General Command forwarded from Guangzhou a telegram dated “Yan” which states that, following Commander Wu’s withdrawal of his forces and the tripartite agreement, all procurement of food and fodder by the Hunan Army is to be carried out in accordance with the previous arrangement without any obstruction. However, yesterday our troops dispatched personnel to purchase rice; as they passed through the defensive line, they were suddenly fired upon and bombarded by the troops under Zhang Jingyao who had taken over the position, resulting in a total of thirteen soldiers killed or wounded. Unable to endure such provocation any longer, our forces were compelled to engage in legitimate self-defense. This act, originating from their side and disrupting the peace, must be held accountable to Zhang Jingyao. It is requested that this message be relayed nationwide, urging all to await a just adjudication. As is well known at home and abroad, Zhang Jingyao has long been a scourge to Hunan. Now, by deliberately provoking conflict and disturbing the national situation, he bears full responsibility. We earnestly appeal to those upholding justice to eradicate this powerful and tyrannical force. The Hunan Association of Various Sectors in Shanghai respectfully submits this petition.