MR. LLOYD
GEORGE'S
"NEW DEAL"
National Reconstruction Proposals
CHINA GIVEN PROMINENCE
London, July 15.
Vast proposals for National Reconstruction are contained in Mr. Lloyd George's "New Deal”, memorandum recently submitt- ed to the Cabinet.
The main features are a prosperity loan of £250,000,000 for 'product've public works during the next two years; formation" of a National Development Board to survey industriál, agricul- tural and financial resources and plan economic progress; finan- cial assistance for development of overseas markets; the Cab- Inet to consist of the Prime Minister and four or five ministers without departmental "duties; the Bank of England to be placed under the control of a Board representing the financial, Indus- trial and commercial interests of the nation.
Mr. Lloyd George (advocates the abolition of quotas after the expiry of the Ottawa' agreements, but urges tarif protec tion for British agriculture with effective measures to prevent dumping whether from abroad or from the Dominions.
He emphasises the immense posibilities inside the Empire in partly developed countries like India and the Colonies, also unlimited room for expansion of International trade in Russia and Ching.
For future world harmony it is vital that Great Britain, the United States and Russia, agree on a po- licy equally strong as Japan's and Join that country in a ding China
The magnitude of undeveloped, self rather than let her alone to possibilities in China and the im- the tender mercies of Japanese ex- portance of the diplomatic and ploitation. financial policy we pursue in the Far East is given prominence.
"The
memorandum says that owing to lack of equipment and deplorable deficiency in transport facilities, the Chinese workers' out- put of wealth per head is under one-thirtieth of Canadian and American workers.
On many grounds, apart from commercial advantage, there will be disaster if the Western Powers railed to co-operate in the process of helping China to establish ber-
FOUR DEMANDS BY ITALY
Almost Hopeless Situation
Geneva, July 15.
The latest development in the Italo-Abyssinian dispute is the submission by the Italians of four, demands as follows:-
1-Frontier rectification; 2-Economic concessions; 3-Railway between Eritrea and
Somaliland;
4Appointment cf Italian ad-
H
to get on her feet.
Mr. Lloyd George urges that we advance credits to China on 1 generous scale and devote much more serious attention at this time to Far Eastern diplomatic problems and transfer our representatives to Nanking where there is the best influence in the course of events.-- Reuter.
NORTH CHINA FLOOD
Heavy Casualties At Ichang
Peiping. July 15. Although the situation in West Shantung is still most serious. there is considerably less threat of a flood Gusaster in the Tsinan area.
The water leve' at Lokow, which was 30.7 feet on July 12 has new. dropped to 329 feet.
Reports also state that the river level in West, Shantung has drop- ped. but "this is possibly due to the break in the river dykes along a 5,000 foot front reported from Moniing.
as a result of this breach. It is stated. large streams of food way ter are dowing several tions, endangering the towns
visers in Ethopia departments on the British analogy in Egypt. Private talks on this basis are proceeding between London, Faris and Rome, but the situation is re- garded as
almost hopeless for though the first two points pre- sent little difficulty, Ethiopia is resolutely opposed to any protec-Chuanchen, Tuncheng. Tsacchow tive zones on either side of the proposed railway and adamant on the question of appointing foreign advisers. Reuter.
"NO BLUFFING
and Chuyen
direc-
01
The loss of life in the Ichang area is officially fixed at 12,000.
The level at Tchang has fallen but at Chunklang it rose slightly yesterday.
HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, TUESDAY, JULY 16, 1935.
Mr. Lloyd George, whose "New Deal" proposals have been given consideration by the Cabinet.
NATIONAL FETE DAY
IN FRANCE.
Festivities Pass Without Untoward Incidents
[Special to the "Hong Kong Daily Press" (Copyright).】
Paris, July 14. The French National Fete Day celebrations passed off without precautions being taken by the any untoward incidents; elaborate Government and Police to prevent the etated reeling" customarily prevailing for this occasion from degenerating into political animo- quite ade-
FRENCH BUDGET sities, having proved
DEFICIT
Serious Position Envisaged
quate except for a few trialng Incidents which the Police handled promptly and effectively.
Despite the tropical heat, the festivities took on a traditional form with military parades in the morning attended by the diplomatic corps including many distinguished guests.
All sections of France's 'defence forces were included for the first London, July 15.
time, and Air Squadrons passed The Foreign Exchange, market in order before a review by the breathed a sigh of relief on the President of the Republic M new: that "July 14 passed off Lebron, marching along the quietly in Paris, but the French famous Champs Elysees with revenue returns for the second bands playing up to the Arc de quarter of the year
which are Triomphe. where is situated the below those of the preceding grave of the Unknown Soldier, quarter and corresporiding period of last year emphasise the serious- ness of the position.
spite the fact that it was M. Her- riot who in visiting Soviet Russia laid the foundation of the present Franco-Soviet alliance, his speech as Incessantly interrupted by Communists who howled, whistled.
and hooted without intermission.
M. Herriot declared that what- ever happened he would stand by the Republican form of Govern- ment. "Not those who screech the loudest are the best friends of the | Republic," said M. Herriot in con- demning both civil war and war of the nations..
His supporters cheered them- selves boarse while the Communists showed some resentment by whistling. but the police kept the botheads from coming to blows.→→ Tranenceän Kuo. Min
RECEPTION IN BERLIN
Berlin, July 15.
The French National Fete day was celebrated by the French co- lony here at a reception given by the Ambassador, Francols Poncet.
In welcoming the guests, the Ambassador said he resented the suggestion, that the power and vigour of France were degenerat- At 2 o'clock thirty Left Wing ing. The present unrest, said M. Political Parties held their Joint Poncet, indicates the throes of a demonstrations at the Place de la rebirth similar to those which have Bastille where the crowd destroy-
occurred several times at critical ed the old fortress prison on"
periods in French history. The 1789, thus starting the French French people never tolerated tor Revolution. Late in the afternoon long any violation of the use im-
Right Wing Parties, "Fire Crossers" and Fascists made proclamations at the Arc de Triomphe. At nel-
The total revenue for the first half year is 14614 million francs which is 1,345 million below last year, and unless a reneral provement occurs or expenses are reduced, the 1935 budget defcit is expected to amount to 4000 mil
on francs,
ther
event had the Police any cause for interference,
JOINT DEMONSTRATIONS
rekindling the fame of remem- At four o'clock the ceremony of
brazice at the grave of the Un- known Soldier took place, this also being unaccompanied by any re- grettable incident,
I
It is rumoured in London that the French Government have de cided to cut all state salaries by 10 per cent. and also levy a ten per cent. tax yield on "rentes. Such action will be severely de- flationary and appears unlikely 25 it will be unpopular in all sections Holiday makers wat in cafes and in France. Nevertheless only the places of amusement while the severest of measures will suffice to parks were thronged. They also restore the budget equilibrium danced to martial music on the Renter.
great public squares as accustom- ed on every "Glorious Fourteenth". Bimliar reports of animated" but orderly celebrations from all the provinces were received, the erup- tion of political antagonisins 50
not occurred.---. much feared having fortunately
Pronzotean Rug Min
SILVER MARKET
(From Our Own Correspondent>
London, July 15. London Silver prices to-day were down 1/8 as follow:--
Spot....
July 13 .30-5/18
COMMUNISTS INTERRUPT
Paris. July 15. In keeping with their programme. July 15 the Radical Socialists of Lyons ald 30-3/15 not participate in the National 30-3/8
of equilibrium or relaxed from the adherence to the principles of the rights of man. In the present con- fusion France would not let its ideals fall.i
"Our hope Germany will one day arrive at an understanding with each other, re- mains unmoved, he said and in the last few weeks signs have not been wanting that a better era the relations between the two neigh- bouring peoples is dawning.". Transocean in Min
FRANCO-ITALIAN AMITY
that France, and
Rome, July 15 Franco-Italian friendship rests not on mere words or formulas bur on a clear realization of facts, said the French Ambassador in Rome, Comte de Chambrun in addressing the French colony during the cele bration of the French National holiday on Sunday.
The solidarity of the two coun- tries will prove just as fruitful as did the alliance concluded in a moment of danger years ago, the French envoy declared in express-
WHITEST
Gordon's
PUREST
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THE HEART OF A GOOD COCKTAIL
GOLD COAST AS RIVAL
OF SOUTH AFRICA
Bright Future Foreshadowed As Gold Producer
of the Gold
London, "July 15. "The possibility of the Gold Coast" becoming even a rival of South Africa as a gold producer is fore- shadowed in
Financial Times" by Sir Arnold an article. In the
Wilson, Governor Coasù
Sr Arnold Wilson says that the Colony possesses some of the richest mines in the world: Recent armed its richness in prospecting and development, con-
quartz and alluvial gold. The first of these is the most important, and provided the surface values are should have a bright future and maintained at a depth, the Colony
great properity as a gold producer. At the end of 1933 there were five to sixteen mines producing and developing the resources. At
banket,
Fete celebrations on Sunday, but ing a hope tha: in the interests of AUSTRIA KEEPS
Forward........30-1/2 London on New York cross rate held a demonstration Instead at 2 pm. 10-day was 4.9581: com- where M. Herriot, Mayor of Lyons pared with 4.9550 at closing on spoke. Saturday.
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ENTHUSIASTIC WELCOME
The
Legionaires In Berlin
Berlin, Jul 15. British Legion delegates
Although Herriot condemned Fascism whether coming from the Left or Right, he declared himself unconditionally for peace, and de-
EXPLOSION ON MOTOR TRUCK
(
Buiklings Ignited
(Special to "Hong Kong Bally Presa"). Telegraph. Copyright, Tale graphic
Message Ordinanes. 1891 Koceived, July 15, 4.30 p.m.j
JA
Paris, July 15. sccident of an unusual nature occurred on Sunday even-
Rome, July 15.
At Hankow, according to the who were "enthusiastically wel- latest despatches from that city, comed by the German war veter- Owing to increase in the
where there are a large number ans on arrival yesterday laid a momentum of Abyssinian military preparations. says a communique of foreign residents, conditions are wreath Flanders poppies ating at Rodez where four buildings Signor Mussolini has decided on a at the moment unchanged. There the tomb of the Unknown, Warrior were completely burnt down when fresh outburst of mobilisation is still great danger of an inunda-this morning.
Reichswehr officers in The Sila Division has been The water is at present at the uniforms and high Nazi called up for service under com- 51.3 fpot level.-- mand of General Bertini Re- Reuter
measures.
placement a Division designated. Sila II will be formed under the command of General, Demichelis, also a fifth new Black Shirt Divi- sdon called "First of February" commanded by General Attilio Toruzzi. These represent a force equal to 55,000 men of which half is destined for foreign service.
tion of the district.
* SALVAGE OF EGYPT'S
"SUNKEN GOLD
Special to the "Hong Koor
Dally Press") Telegraph. Copyright, Tela- Meriagor Ordinance. 1895 neceived, July 15, 4430 pm).
A number estimated at 16,000 ofaphic specialists in engineering, motor and air services have been called up and other contingents are warned for service.
i
a motor truck carrying a load of briliant ten thousand litres of motor fuel cffcials struck the house and exploded, accompanied the British visitors flooding everything within fifty through the streets lined by dense
metres radius with burning gaso crowds to Unterderlinden. The lae. which set fire to various British were conspicuous in their
housee bowler hats and walking sticks while they wore their war medals prominently,
The driver of the truck who was. buried under the debris of one of the destroyed buildings was killed and it is feared that a child of There was a surprise item on six who is missing was itkewise a the programme later when the Le-victim of the accident.- gionaires visited Chancellor Hitler Traniacean Kéo Min, Reuter.
DEATH OF SHIP'S OFFICER
Tientsin, July 16,
Paris July: :15. › The Italian steamer Artiglio will leave Brest where she had only Ten submarines are being im recently arrived within the next mediately constructed, for simul- few days in order to resume her taneous launching early in 1936. entorts to raise the remainder of
These moves are interpreted in the gold treasure from the wreck Norman Graham Fraser, Chief some quarters as a reply to hollow of the F&O liner Egypt which omcer of the City of Oran, who impressions - abroad that Signor is still estimated to hold about 100 was taken ill while on the voyage Mussolini is bluing and a peace-kilogrammes of gold, 171 kilo-to Taku from Japan, He was ful settlement may be effected grammes of alver and 25,000 operated on at Victoria Hospital through the League
last week and died yesterday Reut
Reuter.
ummited colna..
CHEKIANG COAST
DISASTER
Shanghai, July 15. Survivors of the Chinese stea
The death has occurred of Mr.mer Ting Hal, which capsized on July 12 of the Cheklang coast, state that only six persons were drowned to their knowledge.
the 500 on board the vessel perish- Early reports said that 100 of
"Kouter:
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all nations wishing to recover their lost balance in the new order, a new intimacy of the two nations would extend to the net efforts aiming to preserve the peace of Europe.-
Transmear Kuo Min.
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MOTOR BUS FALLS INTO CANAL
Twelve Drowned
(Special tu. "Hong KonE Daily Press”)* (Hy Telegraph, Copyright, 11Traple!0 Messages Urdinance, Received, July 15.30 pm)
Brussels, July 15. Twelve people were drowned at Turnhaut, & province of Antwerp on Sunday as a motor bus fell into cyclist. Out of the fourteen occu the ramai when trying to evade a
pants in the bus, only two escaped while the others including the driver lost their lives—
cran Kuo Min.
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MR. WANG'S HEALTH'
IMPROVED
Shanghal, July 15. Mr. Wang Ching Wei, President of the Exectitive Yuan, with his wife, left by train for Tsingtao this morning,
CALM
Von Starhemberg Takes Over
Vienna, July 14.
Prince von Starhemberg, Vice-
the end of 1934 there were seven, to twenty four mines, besider Afteen companies were prospecting for gold.
Labour,
African, engaged, in gold mining both European and
has nearly doubled between the beginning and end of last year.
Dificulties exist which are un- known in South Africa. Health conditions are precarious, while dense roadless forests surround the banket reefs, MALA
The mining companies are co- operating with the Government to improve the health conditions and wage ceaseless war against malaria) and yellow fever mosquitoes.
: Government is anning new roads for the opening up. of the mining areas and are overhauling the mining legislation.— Router.
MORE RIOTING IN BELFAST
Four Persons
Killed
Belfast, July 14
A grave and tense situation ex-
Chancellor, arrived in the capitalists in Belfast to-day. to-day to assume the Chancellor's
After three days of intermittent responsibilities, following the ser- rioting and looting, and the set- lous injury of Chancellor Kurtting of a number of fires in stores Schuschnigg in a week-end motor- ing tragedy.
and private houses, the casualties Frau Schuschigs are now four dead and 73 serious- wife of the Chancellor, was killy injured. This number of are in hospital. How many more. wounded, it is officially reported. may be lying hidden, fearing the consequences of their rash 'acte,
er.
Prince von Starhemberg, attend- ed a Cabinet Council meeting to
night.
The country remains absolutely quiet and it appears certain that the tragic accident will lead to no political repercussions, though the influence of the Heimwehr, at whose head is Prince von Btar- hemberg, may be somewhat in creased owing to his elevation to the chancellorship temporarily while Dr. Schuschnigg is on leave of absence..
Dr. Schuschalgg was somewhat better to-day and was able to endure breaking the news of his wife's death to their son, His health has improved con- Contrary to previous reports, siderably and it is reported that the Schaschnigg chauffeur, al- Mr. Wang, will remain in Tsingtao though given up by doctors yes- for a long rest until he has fully terday, la still alive, and there is recuperated.
hope for his recovery Reuter
Reuter.
100,000 HOMELESS
Shar
According to West Bha there are 100.00
COLLIERY EXPLOSION
it is impossible to estimate. There are a great number of minor in- juries among rioters and police.
Having set fire to twelve houses in York Street, where the fighting broke out three days ago, and having completely wrecked thirty- eight others, the mob spread Ite activities abroad to-day and reached aardy Row District where it set fire to a shop
Two other shops were burned. after being, wrecked and tooted.
Two companies of troops of the Border Regiment with steel hel meta and rifles, and bayonets ready, have reinforced the poli
"ALL QUIET
The death-rait Owing to the death ed man.
All was quiet early this mo
month of the pit: