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had drawn attention to the fact that Japan depended for her vital re- sources in conducting her campaign on imports from the British Empire and from the United States. In any combined action the risk of hostile retort must be contemplated, but If that action included two of the greatest countries he did not bellový. the risk would be very great,
Anyhow a momentary inferiority in military or naval equipment should not deter them if the ultimate resources were certain to lead to the desired end.--Neuter.
Japan's Control Will Spread
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He hoped that every possible help would be given to China to purchase
arms,
The Government would hot be do- ing all it could 40 vindiente, the Covenant of the League if it did not propose, through League operation sanctions which would prevent war materials reaching Japan. If at- tacked because they were exercising economle sunetions in agreement with the rest of the members of the League, they must stand together and defend themselves, he concluded.
Reuter,
Eden Explains Policy London, Dee. 21. Mr. Anthony Eden, winding up the debate, categorically denied the sug- gestion in certain quarters that the Government
and intended to try make a settlement with Germany in the colonial fleld on the basis of n deal at the expense of other colonial Powers. He added: "Just as we are not seeking a solution to the colonial problem at the expense of other Powrs, so we are not seeking a solution of European difficulties at the expense of other Powers In Europe.
Referring to the Far East, Mr. Eden said that with regard to the advocacy of the Labour Members for sanctions, and that effective sanctions meant the risk, if not the certainty of war, nobody should contemplate any ac tion of that kind in the Far East un- less they were convinced they had an overwhelming force to back their polley. He pointed out that in the League of Nations there were only two great naval Powers, Britain and France, and an overwhelming force did not exist. Any course of action In the Far East must depend on the co-operation of other nations besides members of the League.
Acute Uncertainty `
Mr. Eden said he was convinced there would be no assurance of a last- ing peace in the world until inter- national order was generally accepted by nations and some limitation of armaments formed part of that ac- ceptance. Mr. Eden declared: "We have got to live through this period of acute uncertainton said, Britain
Continuing, Mr.
had great interests in the Far East, not incompatible with those old do nations there, which they would their utmost to defend.
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WEDNESDAY,
Ambassador
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Saw Critical Days In Cairo When Sirdar Was Slain
London, Dec. 21.
Sir Archibald John Kerr Clark Kerr, the new British Ambassador to China, is described as a man of action who has not had a full share of opportunities to display this in his recent posts.
more
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DECEMBER 22.
"BREAK` WITH JAPAN
THREATENS":
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ar. two, possibly accompanied by further apologies if Japan's respon- sibility is unquestionable.
Navy circles denounce the reports that Britain, and America are send- Ing warships to the Far East of unbelievable and foolish. A Japan- diplomat declares that the Japanese-American storm will blow over and be forgotten in a couple of days, much to the disappointment of certain countries who hoped other- wise-Reuter.
NO STATEMENT ON NEW POLICY
་
the
Tokyo, Dec. 21, No official announcement is avall- Four uneventful years as Ministerable regarding the new government at Stockholm were followed by a polley towards China: But It
semi-officially recalled that period at Iraq which proved peaceful than might have been ex- Premier, Prince Konoye, in n recent
statement referred to the
new pected. He was Counsellor at Cairo
administration in China which the In 1924 when Lecstack Sirdar murdered, and he drafted the ultima Japanean Government would possibly tum which he and Lord Allenby de- be compelled to recognise **
astho livered
personally to the Egyptian Central Government of China if it Government,
became stabilised and strong, while both Government At the time of bls Baghdad ap-
and military pointment he was the youngest Am-leaders, including the Premier, War bassador, until Sir Hughie Knatchbull-Minister and General Matsul have
repeatedly made Hugessen usurped him.
Japan will continue her drive against the National Government and troops unless and until they reconsider their anti-Japanese polley and enter: into co-operation with Japan.-
Sir Archibald is a Scot, a man of the world, keen sportsman, and ex- pert inguist.-Neuter.
MR. R. G. HOWE TO STAY AWHILE
London, Dec. 31.
It is understood that Mr. R. G. Howe, British Charge d'Affaires is remaining in China until Sir Archi- bald Kerr arrives instead of return- Ing immediately to take over the China department at the Foreign
Onice.
Efforts are also in the making to retain Mr. A. D. Blackburn in China, at least temporarily.—Renter,
ADMIRAL CRABBE COMMANDS
During Illness Of
Sir. C. Little
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Moscow, Dec. 21. The Soviet has decided to extend for one year the Fisherles Conven- tion with Japan, which is due to expire at the end of 1937, according to the Tass Agency.
Jupan has requested the Soviet to prolong the agreement for a year in view of the fact that negotiations to conclude a new convention begun in 1035 have not yet led to an agree mont.-Reuter.
EGYPTIANS
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YOUNG KING
Cairo, Dec. 22.
to
A demonstration of loyalty King Furouk. handsome young monarch of Egypt, occurred yesterday) with thousands participating.
As the Hungarian Minister arrived at the Royal Palace to present his credentials crowds of demonstrators surrounded the Palace shouting when expressions of loyalty, and Vu-King Farouk appeared on the balcony fresh waves of yelling swept the square.
Despite the early hour, at 7 a.m. a number of residents turned out to see him off from the huik where he took a tender across the river to Wu- chang, from where the plane left. Lusty voices hid bon voyage,, with "He's a
Jolly Cood Fellow." while Five times the young monarch sailors turned out en masse and appeared and this scene was rc- cracked the quiet dawn with three peated each time. cheers as the tender, drew away. The automobile of the Finance
Neuter,
Rear-Admiral Crabbe is relleging Admiral Sir Charles Little during the indisposition of Sir Charlies. He arrived here yesterday afternoon.
KING, QUEEN SEE-ANCIENT- SCHOOL'S PLAY
London, Dec. 22. The King
and Queen visited Westminster School last night to see the Latin play acted by the pupils. After the play the tedditional Epilogue was given, in which a satire of political figures was staged.
Lord Baldwin, with a big pipe in his A member of the cast appeared as
announcing his retirement
holding dummy pig, and
however, was attacked and
anged when attempting to enter
the palace gates. Learning of this act, King Farouk ordered his own bodyguard to protect the Minister when he left-Reuter,
STOP PRESS
STUDY CHINESE
COMMUNICATIONS
Tokyo, Dec. 22.
A group of officials of the Minia try of Communications, headed by Mr. Otojire Watanabe of the Bureau for North China to study communi- of Telegraphs, is leaving here to-day
cation facilities in the area under) Japanese military occupation.
This is the first time in history Plans for the economic develop-
a ruling veg King and his Consortment of North China were discussed have attended poverishment to the For East and to nonfort a play which has been by the Cabinet at a protracted meet- annually since 1880... It ing yesterday. The Secretary- was first produced by order of Queen General of the Cabinet explained the Elizabeth who commanded the King's plans which cover the fields of in- us. Scholars of Westminster School to dustry, commerce and culture.
Perform one of a cycle of Latin plays Reuter. each year.—Reuter,
"In our view the present confilet will inevitably bring great
im every nation there, whatever their Immediate milliary gains may be. Three principles must guide First we must do all we honourably can to secure the restoration of pence; secondly we must do our full share with others to fulfil our Inter- national obligations; and thirdly we must protect our own interests, and of course, British territory."
Keeps Close Contacts Mr. Eden emphasised that the Government
WOR
constantly and
CONGRESS ADJOURNS
daily closely consulting the Govern- ment of the United States, and the
Washington, Dec. 21. fact that the British and American- The specials seusiori of Congress governments had repeatedly taken
adjourned sine die before agreement parallel or similar action Indicated
had been reached on the Housing the closeness of such collaboration. Bill which must go to the conference It would be wrong, with the world committee to iron out differences be- as it is to-day, if they were to deny
tween the versions passed by the their own authority or to belittle the
Senate
and ,the House. Final firmness and significance of their enactment will not come before the friendships. Britain was not with- regular session in January.
out friends in the world, aald Mr.. Eden, and referred to France, the
The special session thus adjourned without carrying any of President
United States, as well as the Balkan Roosevelt's major legislative Ententes, with each of which England commendations--Reuter,
was in close and Intimate relations
of friendship.
Mr. Eden said that most important of all were the relationa of the British
Commonwealth
with the United States. There was not, and could not be, any question of treaty jor entanglements, but it was a true community outlook which could prove to be an invaluable asset in the main- tenance of peace which was the first and greatest desire of the peoples of the British Commonwealth and the United States alike.
The Foreign Secretary concluded by observing that though the dimculties were great, there was no cause for defeatism, Britain had wenthered worse anxieties and nobody should make the mistake of thinking the spirit and tenacity of the British people was in any way changed in recent years. "We must seek to be patient, yet firm and conciliatory,
YANGTSE SHIPS SEND GREETINGS
The Yangtse Flotilla of HM, Navy has signalled the Admiralty Informing their relatives and friends that they are safe and well, and wishing them Happy Christmas, The signal will be broadcast at Home.
without being defeatist, and continue to arm because that was the only way to get on arms agreement. That policy the country will endorse, and it is a policy the Government will continue to pursue" (loud Ministerial: elicers).—Reuter.
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