THE CHINA MAIL, JANUARY 29, 1940
U.S.
SOFT-PEDALLING
New Complication In Relations With Japan Not Favoured By Government: Strong Position. EMBARGO MOVE
LIKELY TO BE
SIDE-TRACKED
WASHINGTON, TO-DAY. EFFORTS TO SIDE-TRACK PLANS TO PROMOTE LEGISLATION TO IMPOSE AN EMBARGO ON EXPORTS TO JAPAN, BUT TO EXTEND ADDI- TIONAL FINANCIAL AID TO CHINA, ARE GAIN- ING SOME HEADWAY IN THE SENATE, AC- CORDING TO CURRENT REPORTS.
opposed to creating
new complica-
These say that the Secretary of State, Mr. Cordell Hull,
has informally advised legislative leaders that the State Department would prefer that no embargo should be imposed at present. Mr. Hull Is represented as being treaty, observers express tions of the present situation follow the opinion that the United ing the expiry of the commercial States does not intend to agreement with Japan, as the expira- take discriminatory action tion of the treaty automatically meant
against Japan, although it is pointed out that America may decide on such action when she deems it advis- able.
that Japan must respect the United States' rights if she wished to con- tinue trading.
The United States, therefore, is in a strong position and can well afford to wait developments. Reuter. Tientsin Seen As A Bad Sign
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Washington, To-day. Reinforcement of the Tientsin
blockade is seen here as an indica- tion of the Japanese Army's intention to continue its anti-foreign policy in China.
Although British and French Interests are mostly affected by the blockade, the American Gov- ernment considers that American interests are also`suffering, there- fore, Washington is determined to maintain close solidarity with the other signatories of the Nine- Power Treaty which manifested itself In American diplomatic action, supported by Britain and France, especially in denouncing the Trade Treaty.
WASHINGton viewS
All indications show that the United States Government intends to safe- guard American interests in China before starting further negotiations with Tokyo for a new treaty modus vivendi or general agreement.
Political quarters here are unanim- ously of the opinion that respect for foreign interests as provided in the Nine-Power Treaty is impossible so long as Japanese troops are present In China.
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Havas.
Soviet Comment
Meanwhile Government quarters ridioule rumours that Britain has signed secret agreement with Ja- pan taking advantage of the strained Japan-American relations.
The same circles also do not be lieve that Japan will abandon her present cautious attitude towards Russia. Havas.
FRENCH DEPUTIES
IN LONDON
LONDON, TO-DAY.
HOW 'PLANES ARE PROTECTED AGAINST WEATHER-Wea- ther protection for an R.A.F. plane at an airfield apmewhere in France. These tents are so made that a plane can be clear-and away-in a few seconds. (Copyright, Fox).
AMERICANS AND WAR. OVERSEAS
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New York, To-day.
The latest Gallup poll, reveal- ed that 60 per cent of the Ameri- can population wants popular referendum before any despatch... of American expeditionary force abroad.
The corresponding" figura in last September was 61 per cent; In March 61 per cent-Havas,
AMERICAN LOAN TO FINLAND
WASHINGTON, TO-DAY.
THE QUESTION OF THE AMERI-
BALKAN ENTENTE CONFERENCE
(SPECIAL TO "CHINA MAIL") BELGRADE, TO-DAY.
THE CONFERENCE OF THE BAL. KAN ENTENTE NATIONS 18 OPEN- ING HERE ON FEBRUARY 2 AND WILL BE DEVOTED MAINLY TO THE EXAMINATION OF GERMAN- RUMANIAN NEGOTIATIONS AND GENERALLY TO GERMAN AND ITALIAN INFLUENCE THERE.
Germany takes the attitude that the whole of South-Eastern Europe must become the main source of the Reich's supply of food and raw materials, partly compensating for the loss of other sources of supply caused by the Allied blockade.
Apparently, they are not opposed to the German plan, provided Rus- slan Influence there is definitely checked. Havas.
GERMAN SENTENCED IN CASABLANCA (SPECIAL TO "CHINA MAIL") Casablanca, To-day. The French Morocco military Court
with Havas.
A VERY WARM WELCOME HAS BEEN GIVEN TO THE PARTY OF FRENCH DEPUTIES WHICH ARRIV- ED IN LONDON ON SATURDAY BY BRITISH PARLIAMENTARIANS CAN LOAN TO. FINLAND WILL WITH WHOM THEY WILL HAVE COME BEFORE THE FOREIGN RE- MANY OPPORTUNITIES FOR 'COM- |LATIONS COMMITTEE OF THE to-day sentenced a German citizen, MON DISCUSSION AND PERSONAL SENATE, WHICH MUST GIVE ITS named Schubert, to life imprisonment EXCHANGE DURING THE VISIT, | APPROVAL, ON WEDNESDAY.
hard labour, for spying. THE PROGRAMME OF WHICH HAS The Committee is expected to give ALSO BEEN PLANNED TO GIVE ready assent and proceed immediate- THEM A MEANS OF APPRECIAT- | ly to discuss the situation arising ING THE BRITISH WAR EFFORT. from the abrogation of the Treaty of
The French party is led by the Commerce with Japan. former Foreign Minister, M. Yvon Delbos, who last evening broadcast a message to France describing the pur- pose of the visit.
Political circles comment unfavour- ably upon the new Tientsin develop- ments, including electrification of the wiring round the Concessions, and ́al- The French Ambassador gave a din- though regarding the measures as re-. Moscow, To-day.
of the Japanese-sentatives met the, members of The termination
ner last night. at which the repre- taliatory action for the Asama, “Inci- the dent" point out that American inter- American trade agreement and the
French Delegation and the British ests are almost equally affected, - -- refusal of the United States to con-
government is giving a dinner to- | Reuter. clude a temporary agreement is part
night. of the United States policy of "unty- ing her hands in order to exert in creasing pressure on Japan," states "Pravda," adding that the United States is inspired by two motives, ence to the arrival of the party and firstly to strengthen her position in the meetings with British M.P.s which
Berlin, To-day. China at the expense of Japan by are regarded as providing a useful aid
The Nazi Government is reported using the international situation and to fuller mutual understanding be to be drafting a reconciliatory reply the difficulties facing Japan, and setween the elected representatives of to the request of the 21 American condly the United States wants to the British and French people which republics regarding the formation of obtain a preferential position in China is an essential foundation, for thea 300-mile "safety zone" around the and the Pacific. Reuter.
Americas.
No · Discriminatory Action Yet
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Washington, To-day. Commenting on the ex- piration- yesterday of the Japanese - American trade
To-morrow, Tuesday, the visitors will dine with their British colleagues at the House of Commons.
The newspapers give much promin-
close collaboration upon which the two Governments have embarked. British Wireless. ⠀
GERMAN-FINNISH TRADE NEGOTIATIONS
(SPECIAL TO "CHINA I
*MAIL") Copenhagen To-day,
NAZIS AND 300-MILE NEUTRAL ZONE
The Nazis are expected to express their desire to
rate. If BritainTM "same, “thing.
and France do the Reuter.
|successfully concluded,
clearing agreement between
be two
It is reported that the German- countries is to be extended until the
Finnish trade negotiations
been end of the year. ---
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