A. R. Colquhoun
Cited as A. R. Colquhoun. — 7 quotations
Likin
“Likin,” which used to be regarded as illegal, as one of the many, “squeezes” imposed by the mandarins, is, in Jamieson's opinion, just as legal as any other form of taxation.
Most-favored-nation clause
Steam navigation was secured by the Japanese as far as Chungking, and under the most-favored-nation clause the right accrued to us.
Métier
Not only is it the business of no one to preach the truth but it is the métier of many to conceal it.
Open door
The steps taken by Britain to maintain the open door have so far proved to be perfectly futile.
Squeeze
One of the many “squeezes” imposed by the mandarins.
Terra incognita
The enormous tracts lying outside China proper, still almost terrae incognitae.
Upkeep
Small outlays for repairs or upkeep of buildings.