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JAPANESE LINES HEAVILY
ACTIVE PACIFISM COMES MANY CASUALTIES REPORTED
TO HONG KONG Peace Pledge Union
MEMBERS TO RENOUNCE WAR IN
ALL CIRCUMSTANCES
A branch of the Peace Pledze Union of Great Britain was formed" in Hong Kong last night at a meeting held in the Jacobean Room of the Hong Kong Hotel af which the the Rev. J. D. Maclean presided. The aim of the Peace Pledge Union is to endeavour to have war abolished by the promotion of pacifism in the world....
The meeting was addressed by Mr. David, Spreckley of the Peace Pledge Union of Great Britain after which a number of questions were asked by some of those present of whom there were about 25.
The Rev. J. D. Maclean opening the meeting said:
This meeting has been called. not to discuss Pacifism, but to form a Group of the Peace Pledge Union,
It may seem a mad moment to attempt to found such a group in this outpost of British Imperialism. It may even seem to some a plece of rank impertinence, or that we are attempting to add insult to in- jury, by seeking to found a Peace Pledge in a community of people who were the victims of western Imperialism, and whose country is at present being devastated by the cruelties of war. If that should be the opinion of any here, then I
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can only ask you to bear, with us until you have learned the reasons and the nature of the Pledge which we are hoping to found.
I do not wish to trespass at all on what the speaker may have to say this evening, but before calling upon him to address you. I would like to make clear a few points concerning the conduct of this meeting.
In the first place, let me relte- rate that this meeting was called with the express purpose of form- Ing a Group of the Peace Pledge Union." After the speaker has
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His Excellency the Governor, Sir Geoffry Northcote, accom- panied by the Hon. Mr. T. H. King. Inspector-General of Police and Chief Officer of the Fire Brigade, carrying out the inspec- tion at the Hong Kong Fire Brigade annual display yesterday afternoon.
(Photo, Cheng Studio),
Nanking Prepares
To Evacuate
Shanghai Nov. 18. I evacuation is absolutely necessary. General Chang Fah-kwel, Com- Forty Britons in the capital have mander of the Chincio "Tronsides," moved to the now Embassy, ready has launched a counter-offensive for speedy evacuation should ne- against the Japanese troops which cessity arise. German advisers to are pressing on towards Kashing, the Chinese Government are under according to Chinese reports, orders to depart at a moment's Heavy fighting is in progress.
notice, while the German Embassy Meanwhile reports from Nanking | stan is prepared to board a 'char- state that the compounds at the tered merchant steamer as soon War Ofice and other ministries as it is necessary to do so. Mem- have been lighted up by huge-bers of the Italian Embassy and bonfires as officials are burning Italian air advisers to the Govern- the records and archives which, ment are likewise ready to leave, It has been decided, will not be while the Bovist advisers are transferred to the new quarters at į awaiting developments. The Hankow, Changsha and Chung-French are prepared to ́ board a king,
French warship, while two Ameri- Fifty Americans remain in Nan- can warships are going down river king, most of whom are doctors to supplement the one already at and nurses- who, will stay until Nanking. Heuter.
AT QUINSAN
CHINESE REMOVAL OF CAPITAL A GESTURE OF DEFIANCE
Shanghai, November 18: Although the Japanese announce the occupation of part of Kashing the situation on the front has, according to Chinese reports, taken a turn for the better after one week of considerable confusion. While the left flank is withstanding all the attacks the Chinese claim that not only have they halted the Japanese advance in the centre to Soochow but have gained ground' as a result of a powerful counter-offensive. Despite rain and poor visibility thirty Chinese planes are stated to have assisted in the operations heavily bombing the Japanese lines and base at Quinsan and causing heavy casualties." Chinese reports assert that two thousand more Japanese troops arrived in three transports this morning "bringing the total number of Japanese reinforcements during the past fortnight to sixty thousand."-Renter.
London, November 18: The "Manchester Guardian" in a leader on the formation of the Japanese Imperial general headquarters on a grant from the Diet funds for a campaign "for the furtherance of Japan's spirit," says that whatever triumphs come to the Japanese Army will be at a heavy cost to the civilian population. The balance of Japan's economic life must be seriously, perhaps permanently, disturbed.
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The News Chronicle" eulogising Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek says that the Chinese resistance which bas roused the admiration of the world is likely to be stiffened and made even more effective by the changes taking place in the highest Government Posts.
The Birmingham Post" says that even one year ago Japan's success would have brought Pei- ping to the head of Nanking. To-day the effect is only to harden Chinese resistance. The removal of the capital is a gesture of defiance not an admission of defeat, says the paper.-Reuter.
Shanghai, November 18: Hitherto unable to break the Chinese "Hindenburg Line," the "extremists of whom were shelled from land and sea, the Japanese Army are assuming amphibian guise and are busilyushing further feets of motorised fishing janks to Taihu Lake with the intention of landing on the north-east coast for an attack on the Chinese rear. Many of these launches all of which are commandeered by Japanese fishermen come from the Inland Sea and present a most picturesque and unfamiliar sight as they steam up the Whangpoo River past Shanghai.-Retter.
Tokyo, November 18: "Now the whole nation can be put on a war-time basis. Prince Konoye will be able to centralise all administration departments, and all Government business except the waging of war will be of secondary importance."
This is the gist of the Japanese press comments upon the formation of Imperial Headquarters "in Tokyo. The decree signed by the Emperor, stipulates that the formation of Imperial Headquarters will not be restricted to "a time of actual war, but may be carried out in any national crisis. The formal declaration of war will therefore not be a pre-requisite.
It is stated that, at least for the time being, the system of Government in Japan and the exist- ing Cabinet will not undergo any changes. As a Maison organ between the Government and the Imperial Headquarters, Prince Konoye will form a body to be styled "National Defence Council"— Transocean.
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EARTH
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CINEMA "FANS APPLAUD
EXCELLENT FILM
"The Good Earth--the film we had waited for so long to see- with Paul Muni and Luise Rainer In the leading roles, had its pre- miere at the King's Theatre last night, the management of сде theatre holding a gala performance
to mark the occasion.
His Excellency the Governor, Bir Geoffry Northcote and Lady Northcote, with Government House party. attended and those pre- sent included members of the Consular Body, members of the (Continued on Bake, Page)
KING GEORGE TO BROADCAST TO EMPIRE
"On Christmas Eve
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London, Nov. 18,
Powers Define VIVID NEWSREEL
Attitude To Japan
STIRS AUDIENCE
ENTHUSIASM. AT
QUEEN'S THEATRE
Paramount's Picturization Of Sino-Japanese War
Filmed in the actual firing lines of the Chinese and Japanese forces In the Shanghai, Chapel and Nan- king areas, the Paramount News- reel organization has produced a record of achievement and disas
Brussels, Nov. 18. The declaration which was adopted on November 15 regretted Tokyo's refusal to co-operate with the conference, and affirmed that the Sino-Japanese condict was not a matter for direct settlement be- tween China and Jayan, It stated that the Powers must consider what should be their common at-ter. titude if Japan's refusal to join the talks is maintained. Reuter,
SPLENDID FIRE DISPLAY
EFFICIENCY OF H.K. BRIGADE
Governor Attends
King George will broadcast to The smartacss, efficiency and the Empire on Christmas Eve, it splendid co-ordination of the Hong is officially announced here. He | Kong Fire Brigade were fully de- will broadcast from Sandringham, monstrated at the annual inspec- thus following the example,set by tion and display held yesterday the late King George V, who afternoon in the compound of No. broadcast for the first time from Sandringham in Christmas, 1932, and for the last time in 1935, three weeks before his death--- Transocean.
THE DOLLAR
́T.T. ON NEW YORK: 30-7/8. „T.T. ON LONDON: Is. 221/324.
of heroism, degredation, of sacrifice and struggle which bas no parallel in the history of film making as was proved by the Initial screening at the Queen's Theatre yesterday afterricon of a series of newsreels brought speci- ally to Bong Kong by air.
This astounding series of scenes of actual fighting will be screened again at all sessions to-day,
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CHINESE TROOPS
EVACUATE CHEFOO
Bank Officials Leave
Chefoo, Nov. 18: All Chinese. westward leaving the city in the troops in Chefoo have evacuated
control of the local Chinese police. Before leaving the city the
2 Police Station, Wanchai, in the Chinese attempted to blow up a presence of H.E.. the Governor, Sir Geoffry Northcote, Hon. Mr. T. Hmole but only partly succeeded. King, LG.P. and Chief Officer of the Fire Brigade atud Mr. J C Fitz-Henry, Superintendent.
Hundreds witnessed the fine dis- play. Guests were accommodated in a special stand erected at one end of the compound, whilst a (Continued on Page 9)
Reuter.
BOMBED
TO-MORROW'S RACING
DISCUSSED
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St. Leger The Main Event
BY "LAST QUARTER"
The Hong Kong St. Leger for rritins of this season with seven other handicap events comprise the programme for the Eleventh Ex- tra Race Meeting of the Hong Kong Jockey Club at Happy Valley to- morrow afternoon. "The first race is timed for 2.00 p.m. and the first saddling bell will be rung at 1.30 p.m. Judging from the entries, there is every assurance of the majority · accepting but disappoint- ment must be expressed that no provision has been made for “D” Class China ponies at this meeting. Races for this latter class of ponies have always been popular as such events are keenly contest- " ed 'and starters plentiful,
The opening event, Castle Peak Handicap, over one mile for "A" Class China ponies should be very interesting although I feel the issue will lle between three ponies only. Bear Claw has been im- proving steadily since the last outing and despite the weight should be very near, but Gladiator will undoubtedly push the Dunbar can.... didate all the way. I hold a very high opinion of Gladiator in any race over a mile or under and to-morrow with only 145 lbs, to look after and the" advantage of Mr. Marshall's services this bay should do well. Wild Life seems to have lost a little of her form but she is still dangerous. The distance is a little too much for Oak Bay, while Cossacks Beauty and Soldier of Britain, even at 140 lbs., do not ap- pear to be in the same class as the others, and may soon be due for demotion.
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HE. the Governor, Sie Géoffry Northcote, presenting prizes at the annual display of the Hong Kong Fire Brigade held in the compound of the Wanchaf Police Station 'yesterday, after-': noon. Immediately in front of the fireman and facing the cam--- era may be seen Mr. J. C. Fitz-Henry, ML. Fire E, Superinten- dent of the Brigade. (Photo, Chêng Studio).
Japanese Loot
Shanghai,
Foreign Homes
Two Bik watchmen who went
Managers of various Chinese banks have moved to Wethalwel with their staffs and some Chinese
Nov. 18: Ignoring even oil paintings had been tori officials have also left the city notices posted by the High Japan from their frames.
ese Command forbidding them to enter foreign property, Japanese to the house with special passER troops in the Hungfuo 'Road re- were speedby elected and forced sidential area looted a number of} to, return to the International „Page 6, 8, 8. | British and American homes nying | Settlement. Page 12 13. | British and American flags," ac Page & cording to British and American „Page 45; owners who visited the area this ...Page 16 morning.
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A prominent Briton who found his house intact three days ago
Despite the fact that no Chinese troops are within a radius of thirty mailes from Shangfal, the residen- tial area outalde the western peri- meter is still closed by the Japan- ese Army not to mention Honakew
was appalled to-day to see that it and Yangtsepoo which are within. had been completely plundered; the Bettlement itself
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