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THE CHINA MAIL, JANUARY 24, 1940

MIRROR OF WORLD OPINION

DID SOMEONE SAY

“WAR GUILT”?

Most Americans 'classed the British Blue Book as propaganda. But they found its statements coincided fairly well with their own observations of developments that led to the present war in Europe. Now they classify the German press attack on the Blue Book as counter propaganda. But they find that the German statements do not coincide with neutral observations,

These statements charge the British with duplicity because, Britain's states- men said the Poles were ready to ne- gotlate with Germany. The German press says Poland was not ready to ne- gotiate because It relied on Britain for its security. The German press fur-

the dark until August 31, "when prac- tically everything was too late", and that Lord Halifax prevented direct contact between Polish and German statesmen.-"Christian Science Moni-

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THINKING TOWARD

PEACE Constructive peace thinking has not been entirely submerged even by the war. This is proved by the growth of the Federal Union movement in Great Britain and elsewhere. Founded not much more than a year ago, this or ganization is able to report that it now has upwards of fifty branches in var- ious parts of Britain. Most of these are in the south, but in the north also, especially in Bolton, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen, the movement is

making rapid progress.

ance at the present moment. Indeed it has been freely stated that substan- tial schemes of development will be and from that point of view the gain necessary ›in Russia before they are,

to Germany to be derived from the understanding with Russia is likely to be very small for a considerable time to come. British funds can more use- fully be used elsewhere, for whatever could be supplied by Russia can be obtained from other countries whose situation do not offer the same obsta- cles to rapid transportation. It is quite obvious that the greater the economic isolation of Russia the less assistance will it be receiving in its assault on the Finns, and the gallantry of that brave nation demands that nothing whatever shall be done which may in any way help the Russians. "North China Daily News."

ADVANCE GUARD

deep,"

"I can call spirits from the vasty,

boasted Owen Glendower. Britain, mother of free peoples, can do more than this; she can call to her side, in time of adversity, the splendid youth of the Dominions and colonies, who know that her cause is their own. As in 1914 so in 1989 the unspoken summons is answered. The arrival of the first Canadian infantry contingent has been quickly followed by the land- airmen, the spearhead of an aerial force which will ing of 193 Australian powerfully reinforce the hosts of the R.A.F. The news of their safe arrival will gladden Australia, as it has stirred the people of Britain. Their numbers are relatively small, but their coming is a pledge of the unstinted assistance which the Commonwealth is prepar- It has gained supporters in every ing to render, alike in the air, on the walk of life, Mr. J. B. Priestley shows land, and at sea. "Sydney. Morning the hold it exercises over bold and Herald'”.' ranging imaginations; the Archbishop of York represents the church; Dr. Vaughan Williams, music; General Sir Ernest Swinton, the Army; Mr. Ern- est Bevin, the trade unions; Sir RI- chard Gregory, the world of natural science; and so on and so forth. There is almost no end to the list of famous people who now endorse the policy of a firm democratic union of peace-lov- ing, peace-respecting nations,

The significance of these develop- |ments can hardly be exaggerated. It is time to-day for people to begin thinking peace, firm in a determina- tion, when the opportunity comes, to establish a lasting, just, and settled or [der.-"Christian Science Monitor."

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FINISHING THE JOB

Possibly there may be something to the theory that the intensification of the threat of heavier offensives by Germany is after all a manoeuver de- signed to frighten the democratic al- lles away from extending aid to Fin- land. However, London and Paris cannot proceed on the assumption that it is bluff. They are forced to be prepared for the worst.

By that preparation they possibly may lessen the actual danger, but in any. case the job remains to be finish- ed.-"Manila Bulletin." .

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NAZI ANXIETY

STRANGE SUGGESTION The quaintness of some politicians' views on the subject of what is best to. Germany's leaders must be watch- be done about Russia could surely noting the development of the Russo- be more clearly demonstrated than in Finnish struggle with no little an- the suggestion by Lord Strabolgi, xiety. Not only is the war. cutting Labour, in the House of Lords, that off from the Nazis materials and the best way to prevent Russia assist- supplies which the combatants are Ing Germany would be to purchase retaining for their own needs, but from her the goods that are vitally there will be reactions among the Important to the Reich. Viscount German people, whose sympathy with Elibank was more nearly correct when the Finns in their apparently hopeless he retorted that it would be better to. let Germany and Russia stew in their own juice, and with that sentiment there will be a great- deal of sympathy. It is not believed that Russia is in any position. to supply Germany with much in the way of essen- tial goods, and if

THE FORCES OF EVIL

If Hitler and, the forces-of- evil. should win this war there can be -hë »neutrala: 1and, doolation" for : North America would", prova':,, myth. In that-evant life- on this continent - would not be worth living, Mr. Mackenzie Kipa. Premier of Canada.

struggle will now be strengthened by admiration for their valour. The⚫ Russian alliance WEL accepted in Germany, though not without mis- giving, as a sacri- fice of principles made in exchange for an immediate political advantage. Russia Hywas de-

she can she will only be paid for them, tached from the so-called “encir- in terms of barter. The suggestion alement” Powers, but she enforced an that Britain should buy from Russia, inordinately high price for her change and it is to be assumed pay her in of front, and her value as a military is a ridiculous one, when it associate must appear increasingly

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THE CHINA MAIL, JANUARY 24, 1940

SMUTS RIDDLES HERTZOG IN WAR DEBATE

CROWDED

CAPETOWN, TO-DAY. THE PARLIAMENTARY GALLERIES WERE YESTERDAY WHEN GENERAL HERTZOG THE EX-PREMIER, MOVED A RE- SOLUTION THAT THE TIME HAD COME FOR THE STATE OF WAR AGAINST GERMANY TO BE ENDED AND PEACE RESTORED.

General Hertzog said he would consider it gross ne- glect of duty if he did not seize this first oppor- tunity to utter a warning and insist on a peaceful settlement.

"HE NEVER SLEEPS"

One of the most venerable priests in the Shanghai Russian colony is revered by his closest followers as something of a saint. Church cirafew say that he never sleeps, sitting bolt-upright in his chair at nights, in deep contem- plation. Some time ago he de- clined an invitation to speak at a youths' club because the club ap- proved of the unsaintly custom of dancing. Recently, an Impeceable authority told, us, when officiat. ing at communion, he tore off the neckties of all present, describ- Ing these accutrements as "un- necessary luxury."

The bitterest passions were being stirred and previous op. MR. JINNAH

portunities to discuss peace terms rejected. All was leading to Armageddon.

KILTS REACH THE COMMONS

London, To-day.

The controversy over kilts reached the floor of the House of Commons yesterday.

The Secretary for War, Mr. Oliver Stanley, questioned on the subject, re- plied that for technical reasons, largely connected with the possible use of gas by the enemy, kilts would be replaced by battle dress in theatres of war or in training.

They could, however, be used for walking out until worn out, but no further issues would be made during the war except to pipers and drummers.

Mr. Stanley gave an assurance that the kit would be reintroduced after the war.-Reuter.

NEW PLAN FOR OLD AGE PENSIONS

"Responsible people must feel that this dishonourable state of Inter- national lunacy should be ended," he declared.

General Hertzog contended that the accusation that Germany aimed at world domination was complete- ly unfounded and unjust. He concluded by saying that the declaration of war was the greatest blunder ever committed by South the African statesmen, and made Union sink to the level of a vassal

London, To-day. As a result of the consideration Gov- ernment has been giving to Old Age Pensions, the Chancellor of the Exche- quer outlined in the Commons yester- day afternoon,a plan for supplementary pensions, payable through Post Offices, who, on investigation of to those household means, are found to require them.

state of Europe.

PREMIER'S NEAT BALLY General Jan Smuts, the Premler, said General Hertzog's speech was one of

the most amazing he had ever heard.

With South Africa at war the for- mer Prime Minister had no word to say in support of his country but presented the enemy's case.

General Hertzog's speech read

Mein like a chapter of

Kampf (laughter). General Hertzog's presentation of his case was a complete distortion of the facts, General Smuts maintained.

The unjustified and overwhelming attack on Poland by Germany caused the war.

ISSUES A WARNING

New Delhi, To-day. Mr. Jinnah, President of the All-India Moslem League, declared yesterday that the British Government must not yield to threats and coercion by one party.

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