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NANKING PLEDGES SUPPORT TO CONFERENCE
HONG KONG CONDEMNS
JAPANESE
RUTHLESSNESS
League Of Nations Society Meeting
RESOLUTION PASSED: EIGHT
ABSTAIN FROM VOTING
The indiscriminatò and ruthless bombing of Chinese villages and civilian population by Japanese war planes was condemned in a resolution passed at a meeting of the League of Nations Society yesterday evening in the Cathedral Hall.
There were 58 people present and the meeting was presided over by Dr. J. H. Montgomery, the Society's President, with whom Professor L Forster and the Rev. R. Mackenzie Dow were asso- ciated.
The Chairman said:-
In opening this meeting this afternoon and before introducing our speakers. I would like to make one or two brief remarks.
:
"Firstly, let me say this meeting. has been arranged by the Council of the League of Nations Union of Hong Kong, for the purpose of pub- Hely recording our views-on the tragic
and
unfortunate Bino- Japanese conflict that is being waged at our very, doors. No one can be indifferent to the undeclar- ed war that has been forced on Ching, whether they are members i
JAPAN IS WAGING HOLY WAR"
PEACE IS OBJECT
Tokyo, Nov. 4.
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of this branch League or not. Members of the League, however, have a special responsibility at this time of crisis and suffering in China, for everything that the League stands for has been violated by Japan, and if this Society failed to take its stand now and protest in strong but just terms to what we consider is definitely wrong in principle and action, we would no longer be worthy of the name we bear and would cease to function Rs a society.
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ROYAL ULSTER RIFLES
Reports Corrected
(To the Editor, The Hong Kong
Daily Press "
Sir-Reports have been publish- ed in the press of Hong Kong to the effect that as a result of the casualties suffered by the Royal Ulster Rifles in Shanghal on Fri- day, October 29. the men of the Subse-battalion had given expression to so hostile ah attitude towards the Japanese that the question of re- moving the Battle from that part of the perimeter defence con-
A demonstration was staged out- side the British Embassy by three hundred students from the Over- seas. Univers.ty. Tokyo, on the oc- casion of the anniversary of the birth of Emperor Melji. quently the deputation presented a document to a counsellor, ex- pressing resentment at Britain's "betrayal of Japan from whose sacrifices she had derived so much In the past."
The
document declared that Japan was waging a holy war with the object of "establishing per- manent peace in the Far East and with Britain's assistance the Nan- king Govertiment is hindering the attainment of peace."
The students with a feeling of friendship urged the British Government to reflect on
the
"short sightedness" of their policy. --Renter.
DEATH OF MR, H.M: ROBINSON
Represented U.S. At Mány.
Conferences.
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Pasadena, Califórnia, Nov. 4. The death has occurred of Mr. Henry Mauris Robinson who re- presented the United States at various international, economic peace and labour conferences.— Renter
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RESOLUTION ADOPTED AT MASS MEETING
EFFECTIVE SANCTIONS URGED
Tribute To Generalissimo
Nanking. November 4: Unflinching support to the Nine-Power Conference was pledged by the Nanking populace at a mass meeting this morning on the occasion of the opening of the parley at Brussels.
Despite a drenching rain, no less than 80,000 people of various walks of life turned out to take part in the gathering held at Hsinchlehkou or the New Circle, the centre of the metropolis,
By a unanimous vote a resolution was passed to send a telegram to the Nine-Power Conference, pledging their full support to the conference and urging it to adopt effective sanctions to check Japan's armed aggression in China in order to maintain the sanctity of international treaties and safeguard peace and order in the Far East.
The meeting also decided to wire to Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, paying respects for his leadership in the present war of resistance and to the Chinese troops fighting at the front, expressing admiration for the heroic part they have played in national defence.-Central News.
FIERCE BATTLE
PROGRESSING IN VICINITY
OF WUCHIAKU
Shanghai, November 4: The Japanese units, which crossed to the south side of Soochow Creek at several isolated points during the last few days are fighting frantically to affect a junction of their forces to launch a general drive to the south-west, according to information from Chinese military headquarters. Despite furious fighting last night and to-day, the Chinese forces are still keeping" "the"""
·Japanese units split up.
A fleres close-range battle is going on in the vicinity of Hsuchlachia, and Wachtaku. The. Japan- ese have sent ä flying column to attack the Chinese at Tanichinchal.
It is admitted by Chinese sources that 2,000 Japanese troops crossed the creek at Shunchipang where it is very narrow during the last three days. However, the Chinese forces have halted the Japanese advance south and inflicted 'heavy damages on the invading forces.
At one time early this morning the Japanese broke through the Chinese lines at Yaochfachal but late this afternoon the "Chinese recovered their territory.
It is also claimed that during the fighting around Lluchlachal the Chinese killed 70 Japanese who barricaded themselves in a number of foreign-style houses. It is stated that 40 other Japanese are still holding out in these buildings.-Central News.
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JAPANESE CLAIM
Holding Line Along The Soochow Creek
Shanghai, Nov. 4: A claim that the Japanese are holding posts. along a line abcut five miles long on the south side, of the Scochow Creek to a depth of half a mile to a, mile was made by a Japanese spokesman who, however, refused to say how many troops were in- volved.
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tiguous to the Japanese forces had CUP HOLDERS BEATEN
IN CHARITY SHIELD
been considered by the Military Authorities.
HIS Excellency, the General Officer Commanding, has directed me to inform you that the reports
are
entirely without foundation and furthermore, that similar re-
ports have not appeared in the (Continued on Back Para)
London, Nov. 3, In 4 Charity Shield soccer match to-day. Manchester City last season's League champions, defeated Sunderland, the F.A. Cup-holders, by two goals to nil- Reuter.
MADAME CHIANG
DR: WELLINGTON KOO
Conference Impressed
London, Nov. The "Times" special Brussels correspondent reviewing yester- day's proceedings asserts that "by common consent 'the speech of the day came from Dr. Wellington Koo who put China's case with a logic, moderation and dignity which impressed all who heard him.”—
-Reuter.
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GERMANY AND JAPAN
Brussels, Nov. 4.
At an Eight-Power meeting held
to-day it is understood that they
agreed to re-invite. Germany and will appoint a sub-committee of four States to approach Japan. "
CHINESE BOMBERS.
TENTH EXTRA RACE
MEETING
Sub-Griffins And Freemantle St. Legers
SPRINT EVENTS FOR DAILY
DOUBLE
- BY "LAST QUARTER”
The main features at the Tenth Extra Race Meeting of the Honz Kong Jockey Club at Happy Valley to-morrow will be the running of the Sub-Griffins and Freemantle St Legers. The general consensus of opinion seems to indicate a certain lack of interest, from an ac- tual racing view-point, on account of the proved superiority of Gor- dito over the other entrants in the Sub-Griffins St. Leger but this will be more than compensated by the keen struggle anticipated when Gypsy Love and Lancashire Chips meet in the Freemantle St. Leger.
Mr. F. Marshall, one of Shanghai's premier jockeys, and whose prowess is already well-known to racing enthusiasts, returned to the Colony early this week and owners have not missed the opportunity of securing his services for the meeting, though in the main he will be taking care of the candidates from the Eve stable. Mr. Ip Kui Ying's recovery from his recent accident has been sufficiently com- plete to enable him to don colours again to-morrow,
SUE-GRIFFINS ST. LEGÉR
A good betting rate which should reflect itself on the part- rautuel returns will open the pro- Gordito, the champion sub, will gramme. It is over the Cham-
go out on an equal weight basis, ploria" distance, 11⁄2 miles, and con-
for the first time since the An- fined to "B" Class Australian zual Race Meeting, with subscrip- ponies. A good field should go to tion griffins of the year that have the post, of which Bag Tor looks succumbed to him time and again. the most promising, as both the The race should result in an easy distance and weight are well victory for this gallant dun as I within his power. Vixen Tor, from am of the opinion that the others the same stable, is also in fine will not be able to stay with Gor- condition and it properly nursed
dito after the first mile. For should run close. Racing Heart
second place I think Shipmaster. came up very fast towards the end
stands the best chance though In his last race and should "have Tempest is fighting fit and will
Raid Chinmen Island
some chance. I am quite taken Amoy. Nov. 4: Three Chinese with the chances of Perfect Day heavy bombers raided the Japanese as this Chau Bros' entry is in ex- on Chinmen Island off Amoy yes-cellent condition at the moment
terday evening, it was disclosed to- and the distance is just right for
night. The planes drew heavy fire a pony of this calibre. This from the Japanese warships but chestnut will need some watching flew away unscathed.-
and if the jockey does not demand Central News.
too much of his mount over the first half mile, but allow bir to gradually settle down. I think Perfect Day will be hard to beat. I cannot see any of the others upsetting here unless Australian Boy and Snowy River come right up to top form on race day.
ARMISTICE DAY CELEBRATIONS
In connection with Armistice Day Ceremony special accommoda- tion for three hundred persons is
1:
It is understood that a commit being reserved to the north of the MRS. MOODY TO
tee of eight met this morning and considered the appointment of, a small committee to get in touch with Japan.- Heuter
Law Courts. Appplication for tickets should be made before November 8 to the Deputy Assistant
· China Adjutant General,
Com-
mand
CHIANG KAI-SHEK
Taken on the 51st birthday of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek which fell on Monday, October 18, 1937 when the Commander-in-Chief of the Army, Navy and Air Forces and bis wife who is Secretary General of the National Aeronautics Commission spent a few` lei-
surely hours together.
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TOUR AMERICA
AS PROFESSIONAL
Huge Earnings For Single Season
ex-
New York, Nov. 4. Despite a previous dental, Mrs. Helen. Wills Moody, the famous
and lawn'. tennis player Wimbledon title holder, has agreed to turn professional and will tour the United States in the winter. Mrs. Moody's, potential earnings for a single season will be between £10,000 and £20 000. It is belley- ed that her first match will be against Panna, Jedrzejowska, the Polish champion, who is said to be considering an offer Panna Jedrzejowska was runner-up in the ladies" singles final at Wimble- don this year, Reuter.
have plenty of time to get going. Coronation Day has been showing excellent form recently and if kept "behind, as on the past two occa- sions, will have a good chance of being placed. Whalsey, at one considered as a stayer, has won most of the stakes money for the stable in miles events or under and I am not at all keen on his chances though it has been whis- pered confidentially in certain cir- cles that this bay will be worth following.
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CHARITY DANCE
The Welfare Committee for Shanghal Refugees" announce that a Benefit Dance will be held at the China Fleet Club on Wednesday Dext.
This is to aid the seven mother- less children of the late Mrs. E Stuart Xavier. & Shanghai .refugee who died recently leaving them destitute.....
Prizes for Spot Dances and Lucky Programme Numbers.
"Music by Tonf and his Dance Or- chestra.
Admission: Gentlemen $1:50, and Ladies 50 cts. All are assured of a good evening's enjoyment.
THE DOLLAR
TT. ON NEW YORK: 30-3/4. T.T. ON LONDON: 1. 2,7/62.
London Silver Market
(From Our Own Correspondent).
London, Nov: 4.
HONAN RAILWAY, BOMBED Hainhsiang. Honan. Nov. 4: Three Japanese bombers flew over London silver. prices to-day Paolienssu, south of Anyang, and were down 1/16 for "Spot" and released a number of missiles on 1/8 for "Forward," as follow:- the station. Several railway work-
Nov. 3. Nov. 4 men were injured.-
......10-7/8
19-13/14 Central New.
Forward...19-7/8
Spot....
19-3/4