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THE WASHINGTON CONFERENCE.
Position Respecting Shantung and Siberis.
(Reuter's Service.)
London, December 31. While replies to the exuberance of Japan on the Root resolution are still awaited, the prospect of a friendly arrangement regarding methods of submarine warfare seems to have somewhat revived
hopefulness Washington.
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DEATH OF SIR THOMAS SUTHERLAND
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Paris, December.31. The preliminary inter-allied conference, presided over by M. Sir Thomas had been ill for some months and bisa much Loucheur, approved in its entirety the Franco-British plan for the worse on Saturday. Pueumonia set in and Bir Thomas died at his constitution and groupings of private interests to ensure resump-man of the USS Wi
tion of commercial relations between the cations of Europe. The Far Eastern side of the Conference, however, has made
[Sir Thomas Sutherland G.C.M.G.," K.O.M.G. LLD, born
Geymany to Participate Conditionally,
War killed and two little progress during the past ten days. This is chiefly owing to August 1834, entered the service of the P. and O. Co., which he
sailors and one marine, all-âme: the delay in the receipt of instructions from Tokyo, also to naval represented in China for some years, and of why he became issues monopolising atention.
Later.ricans, were seriously hurt ħfi Chairman. He was one of the founders of the Hongkong and credit in Europe approved to-day by the preliminary inverslied latter abbing the victims
The proposed corporation for re-establishing international bawl with Italian sailors, the It is expected that the next step of the Far Eastern committee Shanghai Bank and of the Hongkong and Whampoa Dock Cam-conference would have a capital of £20,000,000 apportioned will be consideration of spheres of influence and China's request for pay, and was a member of the Colony's Legislative Council, Sir between France, Britain, the United States, Italy, Germany, and fined to their shipalai
The crews have now been con- discussion of the Twenty-One Demande treaty. It is understood that Thomas was Vice-President of the Suez Canal Company and ex-a lesser proportion between Belgium and Holland. Japan will refuge to consider thin. Probably the whole subject will Chairman of the London Board, a Director of the Loddon City and be pigeon-holed, the general feeling being that it is impossible, ot, Midland Bank, and Chairman of the Marine and General Assurance German Government would be authorised to subscribe of affair.
The corporation would be run by privats enterprise, but the authorities are investigi
Both the American at any rate, at present inadvisable, to go back on tresty agree-Society. From 1884 to 1900 he represented Greenock as a L.U.)
condition that it surrendered half its profits to the Reparation Commission.
специи.
The Siberian question also awaits discussion, but the Conference is not expected to go farther on this matter than a general declara tion, regarding the territorial integrity of Russia and equal opport unities. It will probably be left to a commission to thrash out th question of Chiness railways.
DIMENSIONS OF THE SOVIET ARMY.
Trotzky Defends Retention of Large Forces.
London, January 1,
China Cannot Make Any More Concessions.
A Moscow telegram to the Observer announces that Trotzky, in Shantung negotiations are not likely to be resumed until other reduced from over five millions to 1.300,000, and defen led The reten speech to the Soviet Congress, states that the Army has been Far Eastern questions are out of the way. In face of the repeate tion by complaining that Poland, Rumania, and Finland were send- Japanese Assertions that Shantung is not upon the agenda, sing bands across the frontier. does not come within the scope of President Harding's invitation t the Conference, the Chinese spokesman declared that the question of the territory of the Far Eastern Republic and said that this was He protested against what he termed the new Japanese invasion will be brought up at the Conference by them to break the Sind the best answer to Mr. Henderson and other British democrats who Japanese deadlock, unlese some other solution is found before the urge that Russia evacuate the Red Army from Georgia and other next meeting of the Far Fastern Committee. He added that China Republics. The moment the Soviet did so, Trotsky sted, she would is unable to make more concessions, and that he has made too be invaded as she Far Eastern republic had been. thany already.
No Harding-Hughes Estrangement.
President Harding has issued a statement characterising reports regarding an estrangemant between himself and Mr. Hughes over the interpretation of the Pacific pact as silly.
Japan's Attitude.
Washington, December 31.
Mr. Hanihara stated that if China did not reconsider her attitude towards Shantung, a settlement of the problem would be most difficult.
Virtual Agreement Over Auxiliary Craft.
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Washington, December 31.
It is understood that the proposel limiting auxiliary craft to 10,000 tons was virtually agreed to at this morning's session of the Naval Committee, where all the delegations agreed except France, who is expected formally to approve later.
An Anglo-French Controversy.
THE PRINCE AT RANGOON.
A Richly Decorated City.
Rangoon, January 2.
In countries whose currency is considerably depreciated the Corporation would be empowered to receive payments in raw materials.
The goods conference also considerad the legal and material guarantees to be demanded from the Soviet Government for the resumption of commercial relations.
Task of the Corporations.
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HOLIDAY GOLF.
Very interesting golf compati the holidays. tions took place at Fanling over
On Sunday a match took place between teams representing the Services and the Club. In the The industrial
Later. economic conference
morning the Services gained one
the United States, these to participate equally in the capital, while ware-Services Lieut. Lindb industrial corporation comprising Britain, France, Germany, and Club's 514. The individual seora after recommending
concluded point in the establishment of an international aggregate score being 511 and the Medal Play, their
other Allies and certain neutrals will be invited to participate. The 82; Major Bagnall 73, Midskiphian. first object of the corporation will be the establishment of principles Sheffield. 83, Pay-Lieut. · Bow** on which international credit commerce can safely be conducted; it 88, Major Lalie Smith 87 and will also study the necessary measures for the reconstruction of Capt. James 90. o Club industrial life. The first work will be the reorganization of trans-R.M. Smith 81, H.Buckland 81. port and harbour systems. Private firms will be invited to participate, R. Hancock 86, E.J. R. Mitchell as the corporation's capital will otherwise be insutficient.
The British delegates proposed that the capital be £20,000,000, Ireland 90,
87, A. H. Ferguson 89 and H. U but, owing to depreciated exchanges; subscriptions will be permitted in either sterling or the franc
In the afternoon the Club gained 34 points and the Servioss 1 paint in Hatch Play, four bali foursomes, one point being 'allow-
match and
The Prince of Wales arrived at Rangoon at dayligt on Monday by these, Dufferin from Bombay. The City was riel y decorated, the main streetsbeing spanned by ten golden pandals rimonated by!
The Decision Respecting Russia.
Paris, December 31.- many exquisite pagodas. The various communities presented by resumption of commercial relations with Russia were unanimously point for bye. The scores were
Accordion to the Petit Journal, the declarations rolating to the led for ach groupsen rule offered a welcome with quaint songen 151, **squejadasted by the Inter-Allied Economic Conference, with a supple-Major Bagnall and Major Leste symbols. Immense crowds everywhere wore cherante intically in montary Italian.proposal inskiog even severer conditions than those Smith O. R. M. Smith and H. passive but unmistakably friendly. The Prince received an address originally submitted. of welcome, visited the University where lady students presented him with bouquets, and saw a big gathering of ex-service men in Dalhousie Park. The whole scene was like one vivid kinemacotour panarama in this wonderful "City of Silk."
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S. AFRICAN MINING DISPUTE.
Probability of Strike Increased.
M. Sarraut has inned a statement to the dect that France is beginning to be regarded suspiciously by other delegations. This could not continue. M. Barraut's remarks are alleged to have been precipitated by Lord Lee reading an article by a member of the Freach Naval General Staff asserting that France's only weapon of defence in the event of war with Great Britain was the submarine.
Johannesburg, December 31. M. Sarraut and General Debon immediately challenged the
An industrial conference endorsed the coahniners' strike assumption that the article reflected the views of the French Naval decision and promised every assistance.. General Staff
Threat of a Strike All Round.
Johannesburg. January 1. The coal miners' strike now threatens to develop into general strike, the Industrial Federation's Executive having passed a resolution advising all workers" organisations to propare for a sympathetic strike without delay.
The Aircraft Committee submitted its finel report, which, it is understood, recommends stringent regulations for military and naval aircraft.
Aeroplane Carrier Arrangements.
The Naval Committee has reached an agreement regarding the limitation of aeroplane-carriers giving Britain and the United States) 135,000 tons each. Japan 81,000, and France and Italy 60,000.
French Disclaimer.
Later.
NEW YEAR HONOURS.
London, January 1. A communique regarding the Anglo-French incident at yester- Mr. Lionel Mabbott Woodward, Chief Judicial Commissioner for the The New Year Honours include the following: Knighthood for day's proceeding of the Naval Committee mentioned earlier shows Malay States: Knight Commander of the Bath-Major-General that Admiral Debon characterised the article which was criticized Neill Malcolm: Honorary Knights-Commanders of the Order of St. by Lord Loe as a monstrosity, and formally repudiated it in the Michael and St. George-the Sultan of Kelantan and Mr. Oliver ame of the French Navy. M. Sarraut similarly disavowed and con- Marks, ex-British Resident at Selangor: Companion of St. Michael ted the newspaper's criticism that France is Imperialistic and militaristic spirit
displaying an and St. George-the Regent of Kedah,'
Mr. Balfour and Lord Lee to Leave Soon.
Washington, December 31. Mr. Balfour and Lord Lee are sailing for home on January. 14. loading Sir Auckland Geddon to wing up the Conference matters.
Holland to Have Cable Rights at Yap.
The five principal powers and Holland have agreed to an arrangement whereby Holland, in addition to Japan and the United States will have cable rights on the island of Yap.
Allocation of Cables.
The heads of the delegations of the Big Five and of Holland have aged to Holland, as well as the United States and Japan, "celving cable rights in the island of Yap.
Later: It is indicated in American quarters that the provisions of the Japanese-American agreement giving the United States cable and wireless rights in Yap would be incorporated in a separate Japanese- American treaty.
DECORATION FOR MARSHAL NIVELLE.
Paris, December 31. Marshal Nivelle has been awarded the Military Medal.
THE ALL-INDIA MOSLEM CONGRESS. Proposed Proclamation of "the United States of India.”
Ahmedabad, December 31.
Buckland 14.Capt. James and Ejent, Lindsell, E.,J. R. Mitchell and H. Ferguson 1; Lieut. Kennedy and Pay-Lieut. Bowen 1, Morgan and H. U Ireland O; Mid." Shomulds and Stewart O, Hill and R. Hancock 1.
The final result was, therefore, .
A flery plea for a republic, to be called the United States of India," was submitted by Hazrat Mohani in his presidential address that the Club won by 34 points at the annual session of the All-India Moslem Leaguo, at which to 2. Mr. Gandhi was present.
Mohani is not losing any time, as be proposed that the republic against "Bogey" took place on On Monday & Mixed Foursomes be declared on January 1 and be attained by all possible means, in cluding guerilla warfare, in the event of the proclamation of martial law.
Serious Riot Over Attempted Rescue,
Labore, January 1.
A serious riot occurred in Ferozepurjbirk, in Rohtak district, as the result of non-co-operators attempting to rescue persons arrested for assaulting members of the Loyal Association. So far 44 casual- ties are announced, including four killed. Military from Delhi and Alwar assisted to restore order.
STRANGE EPIDEMIC IN GERMAN CITIES. Thousands of Cases at Mayence and Frankfort.
Paris, December 31.
the New Course. the winners being Mr. Williams andTM E. Grimble (rec. 11 strokes) 2 down; Commander and Mrs. Cantlis (reo. 5 strokes) 2 down.
News in To-day's New Advertisements.
The Hongkong Hotel Cold Storage Department has so inter esting announcemeat regarding butter prices on page:7,
The s.s, Glenshane has arrived and Mesers. Jardine, Matheson signees on page 4. give the usual notice to con-
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A message from Mayence states that the Mayence and Frankfort districts are in the grip of an epidemio resembling Spanish influenza. Which is accompanied by rapid mortality. Over seven thousand cases have occurred in the town of Mayence, while all the Frankfort place at the Kowloon Cinema to- An evening dress davice takes. hospitals are overcrowded. The latest returns show that over forty night-Page.
thousand are affected.
BRITISH TREASURY RETURNS.
Big. Nine Months' Decrease,
London, January 2.
Mr. J. T. Bagram has establish¬ ed himself as a share and general broker.-Pago 4.4 k
The Hongkong Hotel Company announce that Mr. A.W. Alderson has been appointed Manager of the Peak Hotel, Miss N. G. been appointed
nine months ended December 31, was £676,000,000, a decrease of Resident Manageress of the same
The British Treasury returns show that the revenus for the Plunkett has £212,000,000 se compared with 1920, of which the Excess Profits Hotel and Mr. H.J.B. Norton has Duty accounts for £127,000,000.
INTERNATIONAL RUGBY,
France Draws with Scotland.
London, January 2; -
| been appointed Assistant Manager of the Hongkong Hotel. Page 4. Couvignees of cargo by the as Overstraten from Java and the Straits should consult the notios on page 4. ture showing to-night is
The World Theatre's new pic- Laring Lips" (featuring Edith Rober -Page 12.
The e.s. Peru has arrived from Copenhagen and ports. Con- signees will find the usual notice Go page 4.
the Chinese delegates have begun conversations with Mr. Hughes) un the subject of the Twenty-One Demands Treaty, insisting on the Wang minintains that as these demands infringe America's Open- necessity of this and resulting questions being settled now, Mr. Door policy, they nullify treaty agreements, and, as the United States in formal notes has made a protesting reservation as far as A tentative six-Power treaty embodying the arrangement and Japanese demande infringe or curtafl American rights and interests, replacing the Japanese-American Yap treaty has been drafted. It continued silence would amount to acquiescence in Japanese praten- provides for the allotment of the Tap-Guam cable to the United atons. It is believed that China will refuse to sign the treaty unless States; the Yap-Shanghai cable to Japan; the Yap-Menado cable to there is a satisfactory Shantung solution. Holland. Britain and Italy accepted with reservations, Britain indicating that British interests might also desire in future certain will ratify any agreements unless the Shantung problem is solved. It is regarded as extremely unlikely, therefore, that the Senate rights in Yap, while Italy claims an interest in one of the existing Great pressure is being brought to bear upon Japan and the outlook cables there.
for a settlement in the next few days is described as promising. Meanwhile, the British and American press generally underline three points each. The matob was played at Paris. Recent Chinese threats to bolt from the Conference are deprecated. In the rugby international match France drew with Scotland, much that has already been achieved, though the Hearst press is still bitter against the cunning attempt of England and Japan to lure Uncle Sam into world entanglements." "It la pointed out from Washington that whereas a few months ago the people there were: talking about a Japanese-American war, to-day that talk-haa practically disappeared and there fas much better Japanese- American feeling.. Two gora plenary sessions, dealing with the naval and the Far
Far Eastern Republic's Allegation Eastom questions respectively, are expected to clear the decks. The
Washington, January 2. naval exporis still have minor details to finish, like the establish which has come here to ask for a hearing in regard to the Siberian The special delegation of the Far Eastern Republic of China, ront of standard system measuring tonnage scrapping methods question, has published alleged secret correspondence between aid the conversion of merchantmen into cruisers in war time. Japan and Franco with regard to supposed Franco-Japanese
It is ratiofpeted that the various naval decisions will be put into proposal to act in concert at the Washington Conference in respect urges unity and discipline, and adds. Ignore the English and Mr Hlor Xam Jung
In an appeal addressed to the nation Madame Zagblul some kind of five-power-treaty.
Should it be found impossible to embody the decisions regarding this connection it is alleged that France promised her support by to say the following prayer Almighty God, give back our for
to the establishment of a Japanese. Protectorate over Siberia. In do not cooperate with them," She aska gach man and wom ins in treaty form the Conference will probably make a general all means, provided Japan took into consideration French interests dear exiles to their country. May they find it radiant under Decor and
sion in regarda China's territorial integrity. ...
lewed bette sailing for home from New York, the Earl of and participated in the restoration of Russia. Fratico Japanese
in the Chinese Eastern Railway lu Manohuria and in concessions, the sun of independence.", that the French nationalists were continually growing delegations, describe the allegations as a forgery and malicious but a doubted whether they would submit to the cost fabrications, M., Kammerer, the Director of the Far Eastora
BANQUE INDUSTRIELLE'S STOCK JUMPA the French Government's submarine building programme, Department of the French Foreign Office, has declared that the
An Interesting Berlow,
French Government has Had no communication whatever with
Banque Industrielle de Chine stock has jumped London, January 2.5" Japan respecting & Protector Mr. Hanibars Ras declared that taking the frano at par~~Havas, isposal of most of the naval questions, Sino-Japanese there is no shadow of truth in the documents as far as Japan is
The foto again at Washington. It is stated that concerned and therefore, must be forgeries,
The Conference's Remaining Programme.
Washington, January 1.. Itis evident that the Conference is drawing to a close, as the delegations, one after another, are announcing the dates of their departo..
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THE NEW GOVERNOR OF BENGAL Earl Lytton to Succeed Lord. Ronaldshay.
London, December 31. Earl Lytton has been appointed to succeed Lord Ronaldshay as Governor of Bengal in March.
THE EGYPTIAN SITUATION.
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