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HONGKONO TELEGRAPH For and out bchuti oj
SOUTH CHINA MORIEG POST, LTD.
The
Hongkong Telegraph.
EMOTIONAL STORY REVEALED IN WAR HERO'S TRIAL
Paris, May 8.-A Military Court today ac- quitted Rene Hardy, a French resistance leader, accused of betraying underground comrades to the Gestapo.
Amid thunderous applause, the six judges answered "No" to each of three questions put by the president of the Court, which decided the ver dict.
A crowd estimated by the, of treason police as the biggest ever seen he had betrayed
at the Court had earlier pressed for the
and declared that his comrades love of dark-haired
for adiniitance t the trini Lydie Bastien, neared its end.
had wked the Court to find Hardy guilty
The Prosecutin
IMPORTANT
BERLIN
Beautiful 24-year-old Lydie wax not in Gratien
Churt as Major Gardon summed up for the Prosecution nt the 12th and last hearing in Hardy's second tria.
He could have asked for the death
or a term of Pranlly Imprisonment but be made no spreified request. At the end of his sunning up, Majer Gar- dan turned to Hardy and said directly to him: "If you are in position to be guilty it was because
hael You
Previously Berlin, May 8-The Amerl-been in a position to be herole.
tio Prosecutor spok". can District Attorney today ank- | ed for revers entences on six Hardy sat in the dock drawing
TEST CASE
amlessly on a white the:t of Fast German policemen appear- ing before an American Court Paper on his lap, except when here charged with wearing the seized by an occasional brief it
uniform of a paramilitary or- gantsation and carrying wa= 1996 contrary to Control Coun ell orders.
of coughing.
a terrible CALEDO
TUESDAY, MAY 9, 1950.
Dine
At the
For
P.G.
Reservations
Price 20 Cents
Tel: 27880
Hardwar Celebrates The Kumbh Mela Mr Acheson Guarantees
A remarkable plcture at Hardwar where a million Hindus “invaded" it to bathe in the most sacred spot in the most sacred river, the Ganges, where sins are washed away. Elaborate precautions had to be taken to save people from death by stampeding and crushing. (London Express Service).
Winnipeg
Fighting Sagging Dykes
TERRIBLE THREAT "Mfter his arrest by the Get- murs in June, 1943, Hardy had
Womnipeg. Any B.-Every Germans be- for the Evidence had been given that to
work
threat hung available man was thrown into the polic men were aned in the American rector on April 13 over the heads of people who the fight to strengthen ranging to bim-his Banere, dykes today as the weatherman In posession of German Army were dear
vioslat
1:1111- machine-pistols and revolvers. Lydie Baution, and her parents," Predicted
storms would hit this floode This was
erine of the Major Gardon said. worst degree in occupied Ger He added that when Hardy city in a matter of hours.
it was estimated that 10,000 Gestapo serve the District Attorney, refused to
were
homeless many," the
persons Mr Irving Robbins, stated,
any IORET, Lyc
Lydie
Bastien's Southern Manitoba, "These men are not police-Parints were arrested.
"fre worst Is Warned that final momento men in the ordinary sense of in the
to come," 1,450 persons the word, but members of aj spech, the Prorecutor referred yet
in suburba to Hardy's courage, the necundled their homes performing
people's army.
When,
of his
In
military duties," the District stepped drawing and look-Winnipeg in taxis, private cars
Allorney raid.
"The young men, who parse! ed straight from the Hitler Youth Into this army, have
never had
what
a chance to learn freedom
meate These 40,000 to 80,000 mus in uniform,
ed up, very pate.-Reuter.
Communist Ban On Cigarettes
May
B.-The
and Army vehicles, During the weekend, mother 4,000 had been forced out when the flood- ing Red River enveloped near- ly 1,000 houses,
A handful of dykes suli held, but it was feared the promised Triestr.
weaken them a pro-rains would armed with tankes, artillery and Cominform Communist Party of land week's rainfall did Le Automatic weapons, are a dan-Trieste toony prohibited mem- dykes that subsequently broke rer to Germany"
from smoking Deta
· elgarettes | down under pressure of flood Dr Fritz Kaul, a Communist įnade in Yugoslavia. A Party waters. Defence Counsel, riated that he vrcular sal; "He who smokes The Red River level here this had abandoned his proposal telgarettes from
traitorous morning was 9.8 feet above the i call defence witnesses. Verdicts country is not worthy of betong-minimum flood level, a rise of will be given when the trial is ing to the Communist Party."six Inches in the last 18 hours. resumed on May 15.-cuter. United PrUS.
EDITORIAL
I'
Two
41
-United Press.
Lines Of Approach
beset
is interesting to compare with the substantin? progress mude by British Commonwealth countries towards a joint approach to a Japanese peace, treaty, the difficulties which now British trade interests in Japan, or in touch with Japan. Significantly, the Commonwealth consultative committee, deliberating on the treaty in London, have concerned themselves with its econ. omic aspects in complete agreement that they must be directed towards enabling Japan to stand on its own feet. In effect, to encourage revival of her Industrial capacity. What is happening on the other side was partially revented in the recent discussion in the House of Commons, when the taxes inflicted on British firnis, amounting almost to capital levy, aroused bitter criticism, and a demand was made that General MacArthur, whose head. quarters were reputed to disclaim any responsibility, be reminded that Britain did take some part in the Pacific War. Add the analysis of Japanese policies in The Times, asserting that the Japanese intend to oust all foreign interests and restore totalitarianism, that there is grow ing determination to compete unfettered In international markets, and there ap pears to be excellent reason for a sharp enquiry. Particularly as indications are that Hongkong is not flading it any ensler to carry on normal trade relations with Japan. From the moment that the Supreme Commander of the Allied Powers took control of Japan's affairs, elaborato mechanism was set up to supervise over- seas trade. Nothing could be exported or imported without the sanction of SCAP. Currency was regulated, almost to the ex- tent that all commodities ordered in Japan had to be paid for in American gold dollars. In more recent times,
there has been, ostensibly, some relaxa tion. The list of articles requiring ‘a SCAP permit was modified. Expectations
were,
that movements to as a result, And fro would be considerably simplified, to the general benelit. In fact, those proposing
to profit thereby, und making use of the recently inaugurated Hongkong-Tokyo telephone system, have been largely
Is disappointed. SCAP taking interest not so much in the nature of Japanese exports, but where they are going to. Commodities have been re- fused Reence for export to Hongkong un- less covered by an absolute guarantee that there will be no re-export, and the goods are for local consumption. No valid reason hos been vouchsafed publicly. It may be surmised that the fact that the United States has not recognised the Peking regime and that Britain has, must be taken into account. The challenge may be to trade between Hongkong and Canton where Japanese materials are an item in exchange. Nevertheless, it is somewhat staggering to find SCAP endeavouring to interfere in Hongkong's well-accepted function as an entrepot centre. Hongkong uses 80 Ittle of her imports that it may almost be taken for granted that they are going elsewhere. The Colony has difficulties enough because of Communist rule in China and the blockade from Shanghai to Macao by the exile government in Formosa, without attempts to dictate to businessmen. Apart from anything else, how far can a guarantee be carried? Between a local sale by an importer and the final disposal of goods, there could easily be five or six transactions entirely outside his knowledge or control. How forcefully the Supreme Commander pur- sues his policy is a matter of conjecture, but Hongkong's position is that it can jeopardise both commercial and shipping interests in the Colohy. An explanation appears to be required, and in the light of the Commonwealth's approach to Japan's future,
Polish Consulate Fifteen
Employees Seek Asylum
Frankfurt, May 8-Eight employees of the Pailsh Consulate here today asked German autho- the West rities for political asylum, the American High Com- mission announced.
The announcement sald that the group included a Judze. an accountant, two officials and
A 12-month- eld child.
The Poles were escorted .to the German police head- quarters for proper regis- tration. Officials at the Polish Consulate refused all Instrmation this after- noon. The porter said that the Consul-General, who Ives in the building, was out of town. Reuter,
ACHESON
AND BEVIN TO TALK
STERLING
Aid To French
In Indo-China Struggle
ALL-DAY TALKS WITH
M. SCHUMAN
Paris, May 8.—The United States Secretary of State, Mr Dean Acheson, after all-day talks with the French Foreign Minister, M. Robert Schuman, said in a statement tonight that America considered France's struggle in Indo-China war- ranted economic aid and military equipment.
"The United States recognises that the solu- tion of the Indo-China problem depends both upon. the restoration of security and upon the develop- ment of genuine nationalism,” and that United
MAN DOES BITE A DOG!
Washington, Alay 8, The Washington police to- day received a report of a man biling his dog. They investigated and found Bitwell Long, 23, direing his teeth Into the dog's haunches, to explained that it was his dog and he would be it if he wished. Police, took him to bosplial for observation. United Press.
The
States assistance can and should contribute to these American
major objectives."
Millions In
War Weapons
As First Instalment
had
Th
two Foreign Ministers discussed France's cam- Paiku in Indo-China and the entire field of Western interests In South-East Asia at a morning meeting here.
"The United States Govern- ment, convinced that neither national independence hor de- inocratic evolution can exist in any area dominated by Soviet. Imperialiam, considers situation to be such as to war rant its according economic aid equirment to the and milltary associated States, of Indo-China
the
Airmen
Released
After 18. Months!
San Francisco, May 8.- The Chinese Communist The United States Washington, May 8.
military nuthorities Government plans to announce within the next 21 and to France in order to asses bours the first formal allotment of $15 million them in restoring stability and Shantung Province have re- Air worth of military aid to Indo-China, it was learned permitting these States to our leased two American
men detained since sure their proceful and de- Force mocratic development." here today.
1948 after their plane hud The
Ministers two Foreign
"invaded the air" of China, including Eurep
Peking Radlo reported to. night.
The announcement will be made in Paris, discussed" where the U.S. Seeretary of State, Mr Dean Ache-Germany's future at a preand son. today discussed the aid to Indo-China pro-meeting this afternoon in their day's preliminary talks to the
The men's names were given: gramme with the French Foreign Minister, M. "Big Tree" Foreign Ministers
meeting in London at the week- E. C. Dender and W, C. Robert Schuman.
Smith whose plane was said to end.
have landed near "The Indo-China problem was the Kinong Peninsula in the * village 21 discusæd this morning", M.
hours curly
of Jenn Letourneau, Minister
of 1945. Overseas France, stated.
statement
The $15 million worth of mili- tory equipment will be provided from the $75 million fund which has already been appropriated by Congress to President Tru man for use in assisting Asian countries'in their resistance to
in the Communist penetration
Far East.
แส
an
The
01 Munda
to aid China
Heavy
On
Raid
Ningpo
Taipeh, May B.-A Nationalist
"This question: it now finish
led and this afternoon will be
devoted only to Europe."
COUNTER-ATTACK
October 19,
Issued by the Shanlung military headquarters
said that the two men would be departed, while the plane. con cerned would be confiscated.
The statement said that the
of
Ot)". that It sald
the
two men.
Paris observers forecast that plane the two men used carried Fruit, เยน d #ic Pe Unned charts
Various and
military Slated for $800,000,000 to help maps of No. 44 Field Survey Com-TeaIT night the war uguust
the "U.S. Espionage munist forces in ludo-Chinu,
Organ
(External Service The Luggesdon made by the were French
ML. Prime Minister, Sturges brinus, for it supeme who were on active service In Atlamic Peace Council
the American armed forces ut also expected
plane landed on the line their to be discussed.
Chinese soil. were detained an Today a meetings between M Acecon and M. Schuman pro prisoners of war. duced u Strong counter-allack from Mr Acheson
wus
President is also expected Air Force communique sakl to- to receive from Congress as soon day that several waves of Na- planes nitacked the the Foreign Aid Uill is passed tionalist
airport ai Ningpo, reputedly authorisation
to spend an
for Russian-bulil fet additional sum of approximately built $100 million which could be planes,
resistance to It said the runways spent in aiding Communism in Indo-China and blasted and other hustallations other South-East Asian coun-destroyed, It reported that o Iries.
few Communist sailing Junk London, May 8-Mr Dean i Tais Sieg million in what is in Ningpo harbour were hit.
Chuanshanchun, 10 mlics Acheson, the United States
ouiginally pro-
nd now southwest of Tinghal, was also
At the beginning they had Secretary of State, will ar- vide
the general aren of bombed.,
the motive to reveal le French refused rive in London tomorrow for le
A
News Agency China, according to the
Central ECA
America should of their "anlawful flight" but vital talks with the British ill, which
dern.inda that Keelung said the beth report from b-s passed
that more i
take
large abare in the cost of recently they confessed that the Foreign
objective of the fight Secretary, Mr Houses of Centress separately Navy hnd reported
Communist than 300
Vessels the war in Indo-China. now requires their jointinen Ernest Bevin, covering the and
railways and dis- In Tingha were concentrated
Mr Acheson, who was fully reconnoître de gignature of were Approval and
constructional projects, an attack on Machu informed of the line to be taken cover whole international field.
Mr the President before it becomes Bay for meetings with
Island. Nationalist runboots by M. Schuman before ho en- the Shantung statement said,
1t added, "The confession His two
curtain-w
attacked the junks, sank more tered the inscUng, widened u Bevin
be will
It is expected here that Mir raiser to a"Big Three" con ference on Thursday with Mr Acheson will call for a three-than 80 and damaged 40 more. power British, French and The Bevin-Acheson talks will American statement of common bargaining policy in the resistance to the position
spread of Communism in South- in the subsequent
and East Asia and that he will sug- there-Powr convertations and
the rest that Britain loo should con- affect profoundly may
Sterling tribute to assisting the French whole future of the
In Indo-China-Reuter. Area, observers here predict
The crux
rux of the talks will be
Schuman.
Icel Britain's
a frank examination of how far and how quickly Britain is will ing to come into the projecten European Payments Agreement. It will examine Brilish reac- tion to American ideas for the reonomie Integration of non- Communist Europe, according
to those well placed to analys of the preliminary the trends discussions.~~~~Keuter.
Truman
Lashes The
McCarthys
than More soldiers were Press.
100
wns to
neld of the discussion by urging: proved that the aim of this U.S. Communist the need for a less lepid atti-Imperialist aeroplane flight was killed. United tude about the cold war on the to invade our territorial air at wl for the purpose of carrying (Conld, en Paze 5. Col. 1)
out planned military recunnals- sance to help the anti-popular war of tho Kuomintang brigand"-Reuler.
Plight Of British Firms In China
Described As Acute
the
Bruin Keeps On Walking
The
P. out of the
110
the
Lake Success, May 8-Russia today extended her boycott to the 25th and 20th organisations London, May S.-Reports reaching commer-of the United Nations today.
Soviet delegate, cial representatives here today said the plight of|
walked Chernyshev, One said, "The Statistical * Cantission after Lincoln, Nebraska, May 8 British business in China is acute.
Commission denied President Truman
lashed out point has been reached where even firms with the the
elect PEKING BID
Chernyshev's motion to here today #gainst the "mud-biggest stakes in China may decide to pull out and the Chinese Nationalist delegate. slinging, name-calling opposi- FOR BANGKOK which, he said, fought cut their losses.
by a vole of 6-2.
The Commission Investments valued at £165,- poured down the drain to Status of Women, meeting for San Francisco, May 1.-The every new proposal offered for Chinese Foreign Minister, Mr the benefit of the country.
He told a
zone maintain factories which can- the first time, was notified by farming audience 000,000 in the Shanghai
chief Soviet delegate, Jacob Chou En-lal, sent a message on from the rear platform of his were suld to have been virtually not function" Sunday to the Secretary se h-tour Arain here
that it liquidated. The total for thei On the diplomatic front, the Mallk, that Rusda would not be General of the United Nations,
one condition of Nationalist Mr Trygve Lie, announcing the included the dppointment of Mr Chi-Chao had attacked farm programmes nearer £300,000,000 and even if Lean, sald
"Communistic"
Nationalist blockade and
is diplomatic recognition was the the Commission on the Status of at the ting (described as
as delegate to tempts to "enslave the far-lified, the
today "be- British merchants British support for Communist Women complained the Economic Commission
former."
now believe it will be impossible China's representation in the
in the cause no. delegate showed up to Asia
and the For East) DJ The
United Nations. He said Britain "insult mo." laws these critics had to take any out of China. Communist representative
[to | fought had led to "freedom and
sought to earn Peking's grati- Madame Cecilla Sicu Ling- attend the meetings of the
Business representatives here tude by trying to induce Cuba, zung mode the complaint as the prosperity. Committee of Industry and "Remember
that fact when said the financial drain on com- Ecuador, and Egypt to vote for Kremlin spread its boycott over Trade
opening in Bangkok to you hear people today croak-mercial concerns in China can China on the Security Council the Women's Commission by
and the "But morrow.
Ing the old charges of 'Socialiam no
no longer be borno
Egyptians, Ecuadorians
ans mail explaining that no dele- about Peking government is now in a and Cubahs stood firm and so gate would be present. Reporting this tonight Peking | and 'regimentation Radio said that Mr Chou called ovary. new propozaj for pro- position to foreclose
on many negotiations in Peking which "I am disappointed," said the for the exclusion
the gress, the President said.
of them for unpaid taxes and have already lanted for three Chinese delegate ory fjave Committee of the
He was supporting enactment reverance for employees for and a half months still drag.come all-this way to receive the |delegates and for an entry visa of his "Fair Deal measures, whom there is no work.
It surely in time to put an end Russian walkout and I was pre- for Mr Chi from the Thailand the controversial Brannan, Farm "We are of the opinion that to this humiliating and un-pared to listen to the usual So- Government-Reuter.
Plan-Reuter.
no mora money should be profitable_force.”—United Press, 'viet Insult."—United Press..
same people who whole of China was sald to be Conservative, Mr Fitzroy Mac-regrestated China's delegie to
from
Nationalist
DS
the