1936-06-22 — Page 9

HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, MONDAY, JUNE

ABANDONMENT OF SANCTIONS FIGHT TO SAVE

Opposition By League Of

Nations Union

NON-RECOGNITION OF

NEW ETHIOPIA

And No Financial Help

To Italy

Lonon. June 20.

The Council of the League of Nations Union at a meeting in Scarborough pased a resolution moved by Lord Cecil, express- `ing deep regret that the British Government propose the aban- donment of sanctions against Italy which have not in fact been fully tried out. The resolution urges the members of the Union to use all constitutional means to obtain, a reversal of the de- cision.

A further resolution urged the Government not to recognise the annexation of Abyssinia orgallow credits and other financial assistance to Italy and to thmit a proposal at the meeting of the League Assembly on June 30 that other League members should act in a similar manner. Reuter's Bulletin Service,

MR. BALDWIN DEFENDS

London, Junė 20. Defence GI the Government's position regarding sanctions.. was made by the Premier, Mr. Stanley Baldwin, speaking at Wishaw, Lanark.

Mr. Baldwin declared that the only way of altering the course of events as they have hitherto taken place was to go to war. He did not know of a single European country prepared for that and he would not cast a voice for that

course of action. ›

Had the League remained the League of "all Nations. A world situation would never have arisen because the strength of its mem- hers, apart from whoever the ag- giessor might be, would be SO overwhelming that aggression would no longer be a paying pro- position.

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WAR PREPARATIONS

The first step to get peace by collective security meant more war preparations. That was the hor- rible irony of the situation. If a fire was ever lighted again on the continent no man could tell, where the heather would stop burning. That was a risk which he was not going to take while he had any control in the Government.

They must not give up hope. however. In getting the nations back to the League and securing some form of practicable disarma-

ment.

After stressing the perils of an- other modern war in Europe, Mr. Baldwin said they were keeping straight on their course and be-- ginning to consider how to tackle

DEFENCES OF THE PHILIPPINES

Plan To Make Islands Impregnable

Maila, June 20.

A plan to make an invasion of the Philippines Impossible, by the use of speedboats, armed with tor- pedoes, in addition to air defen- ces and the introduction, has been submitted to the Commonwealth

trese problems at Geneva in the autumn.- Bruter.

The

ATTITUDE OF POWERS

London, June 20 Comments in most coun-

tries in Europe as regards sanctions are favourably inclined to Britain's step for the lifting of sanctions.

It is understood that Poland, Little Entrate and Holland, the France will support Britain at the meeing a Geneva in that con Gection.-. feuters Bulletin Service

ITALIAN INTENTIONS

Rome, June 20. Although it is not doubted for a moment, here that sanctions will:- se remitted at the forthcoming League Council meeting, Italy does not intend, according to reliable Information

Lord Cecil is leading a move- ment regretting the abandon- ment of sanctions and urging non-recognition of Italy's con-

quered territory

HEAT WAVE IN EUROPE

Paris Belief In Cause

EXPLOSION IN LABORATORY

"Hong Kong Daily Prass Special

Paris. June 20.' The extreme heat now prevailing in Paris is believed to be the re- sult of a violent explosion which occurred in the laboratory of the 13mous radium research scientist. Madame Joliot-Curie, daughter of the discoverer of radium, Madame Curie, and who is now Under Secretary of State for scientific re- search.

Although the explosion took place when Madame Jollo and her, husband were at work in the laboratory fortunately, no one was hurt, but considerable damage was done through the destruction of valuable instruments. Pransocean News Service.

THE FRANC

Devaluation Only

Last Resort

22 1936.

CONDITIONS IN ETHIOPIA

European Officer's Story

London, June 20.

Guiro. June 21 The French Finance Minister's BA European officer of the Ethio- "Verdun stand" to save the franc plan Army who escaped from caused a sharp recovery in gold | Addis Ababa before the entry of currencies, although

financial the Italians has arrived at Cairo circles are somewhat disposed to after a trek of 500 miles via Sudan. clarification of several major

Interviewed. he said that so far reserve comment pending the the Ethiopian western tribes have clarification of several major not allied to the Emperor, but now points.

when they see the lands of rich gold, silver and coffee threatened by the Italians.

the Gallas are preparing to defend their homes. at all costs.

Sinc devaluation now definitely becomes the last resort only if the new measures fall, the existing bear position must be covered, and a natural swing in favour of the franc is therefore at present Inevitable.

One London banker, interviewed by Reuter, expressed the opinion that M. Auriol was determined to fight devaluation to the last ditch. since surrender would cause Д blow to the popularity of the French Socialist Party from which I might take 20 years to recover. However, many people entertain doubts whether the proposed mea- sures can remedy the Anancial plight which the Minister s0 frankly described.

Singled out for strong criticism is the bill for the enforcement of

the

disclosure or funds held abroad. which the "Times" de- clares may accentuate rather than reduce the flight of capital, since hosiders may fear that the Gov- ernment is seeking the informa- tlon, in order to attempt some form of mobilisation of these resources even before steps have been taken to balance the budget and put the currency on a sounder basis. Reuter.

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(Earlier cables on French finance appear on page, 2)

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SILVER MARKET

(From Our Own Correspondent)

London, June 20. London Silver prices 10-day were up 1/4 as follow:-

June 19 Spot

.19-7/16 .19-1/2

LONDON SWELTERING

Londen, June 20. The weather in London to-day is glorious, with sunshine, but last night a terrific thundersorm caused Forward considerable damage. Many houses were struck by lightning," especi-

from Government quarters, to send a delegation to Geneva before a definite resolu- tion has been-passed. Only then, it is stated, will Italy abandon herly in the Thames Valley, while

position of reserve and make a positive statement of her attitude towards the League.

She has no intention, however, a Foreign Office official assured Pressmen, of putting any difficul- ties in the way of the League or of usking too much of it. The Itallen) Government had never demanded formal acknowledgment of the an- nexation of Abyssinia-that would core of itself in time. Traningen Neur Service.

(Earlier cables on the sanctions question appear on page 4.)

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LORRY AMBUSHED IN PALESTINE

British Soldier Struck By Bullet

marauders.

six giant oaks in Windsor Park were struck.

The meteorological authorities forecast hot weather over the Week-end.- Router's Bulletin Service

HOTTEST DAY OF YEAR

24 London, June 20 To-day was the hottest day of the year in London. The tempera. ture at noon was 811 degrees F. and it rose later to 84 degrees F.- British Wireless.

IRISH REPUBLICAN ARMY BANNED

Declared As Unlawful Association

Dublin, June 19.

The Ethiopians under Subded-

Jasmatch Mariam are preparing to resist the Italian invasion.

The armies of Ras Imru and Ras Desta are „retreating westward lab good order.

Big rains which the Ethiopians consider will hinder Italian air- craft have begun and the Ethio- pians will employ guerilla methods if the Italians push westward.--- Reuter.

ITALIAN OCCUPATION

Djibouti. June 21. According to an authoritative survey received here, the Italian occupation of Abyssinia is confined to the principal towns. The great- er part of the huge areas between are not only unconquered but in open defiance of Italian rule.

BELGIAN LABOUR

TROUBLES

THREAT TO WITHDRAW MINISTERS

NEW

STRIKES ON SATURDAY

"Hong Koar Dally Press" Speciali

Brussels, June 30, Although some measure of agreement has been reached in the discussions between the committees representing the employ- trs and workers in various trades affected by the strike which are now being held under the auspices of the Government, both sides are still at loggerheads regarding the question of an increase in wages and a revision of the working hours.

The Social Democrats are determined to recall the six min- Isters from the newly formed, van Zeeland Cabinet should the de- mands of the trade unions not be fulfilled. The Cabinet will meet again on Sunday to consider the situation.

The commencement of the negotiations has not had the slightest influence on the strike which continues unabated, new strikes having in fact I oken out on Saturday,

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Matters have grown stili, worse in The jo'nt committee of the Borinage district where it has nine owners and employees to- been found necessary to put all day agreed on a daily minimum public buildings, factories, banks ! wage and most of the other trades Fecom- and railway property under mills have now accepted the iary protection.

mendation of the Arbitration Committee.

Further detachments of the gen- darmerie equipped with armoured cars and machine guns have been despatched to this region.

The total number of workers on strike is estimated to be 400.000.- Trampian News Service,

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Employers in practically all iṛ- dusteles, are leaving the question of a forty-hour week to the Gov- ernment to settle. The matter Will be discussed at a Cabinet :- Council meeting to-morrow.

The general outlook has consi-

The Italians not even attempted to penetrate the west and south. i Banditry in the west has given place to organised government. The strike situation is The Galla districts under Dedjas-

everywhere. According to the match Mariam are unrestrained Ministry of

the Interior, there and lawlessness prevails in many have been only a few minor inci- areas in the south.

CALMER ATMOSPHERE

Brussels. June. 20. «derably improved.--

calm Reuter.

dents in Ghent.

The Italian tenure of Godjam is Troops have been placed in restricted to a few isolated garri-position to block the roads in the sons, while even at Addis Ababaevent of a threatened march on shooting is nightly in occurrence. Brussels eventuating, but the The Italian executions which are strikers are not now expected to proceeding unchecked falled to resort to such action. deter the bandits raiding the city

The population at the capital is how only a tenth of the former number. the majority of the clti- zens having Bed to join the chief- tains still in the field.

ADVENTURE ON THE SEA

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Girl Pat Crew In Police Custody

The Addis Ababa-Dessle road has become unsafe for Italian columns June 23 despite the Italian punitive expedi- į 10-11/16 tions which burned villages and 19-3/4 executed suspects. This led to a!

declaration by Marshal Graziani in which he threatened that unless " the embarrassments by the Ethio- plan chiefs ceased immediately the

Georgetown, June 20. Italians would embark on whole- The Grimsby trawler Girl Pat sale annihilation.

which set out on an unauthorised Meanwhile financial confusion treasure hunt and was seized by prevalls throughout the country. the Government motor vessel The railway is likely to become a Pomeroon, tied up at the Customs ajor issue soon as the French aus wharf. The members of the crew thorities refuse to accept lire in were taken to the police station. payment of Italian military freight fares.-- Reuter.

DARDANELLES QUESTION

Turkey's Request To Refortify

NEW CANDIDATE

IN U.S.

Washington, June 19.

.The Captain and crew 'absolute- ly refused to grant interviews, but they declared that they intended to make a full statement to the. police as regards the affair.

According to an official police statement, the Captain and crew bave now placed their affairs in the hands of a soliciter,

"Hong Kang Daily Press” Special

Geneva, June 21. At the forthcoming 'Dardanelles conference which begins in Mon- treux on Monday at 4 o'clock, Britain, it is reliably asserted here,

It is reliably learned that the will take up the position that -- in

Mr. William Lemke; member for police and Lloyds are not acting time of war she must have unNorth Dakota in the House of Reagalist the crew of the Girl Pat hindered passage through the

presentatives, and author of the which is being held for the an- Dardanelles, to the Black Sea. In

inflationary Frazier-Lemke farm derwriters---- mortgage bill, has announced his Reuter. candidacy for the United States presidency. ::

The Free State Goverment hus peace time, on the other hand, she has no objection to the prohibition of passage of eli nations.

formally declared the Irish Re- publican Army to be an illegal or Jerusalem, June 20.

ganisation and has prohibited the The main water supply has been parades arranged

for Sunday, somewhat affected by the dynami- which may cause trouble of a ser-

a pipe in the: hills by tous nature. ting Ci

The Government statement de A lorry containing a military clares:

Was ambushed on the Assembly by the newly-created picket

"The methods and activities of Philippines Field Marshal Douglas Nablus road and shots were ex the organisation styling itself the changed. The vehicle ran off the Irish Republican Army and the Formerly United States Army

a ditch, Two British commission of crimes of violence, Chief of Staff, with the rank of soldiers were slightly injured and obviously organised, makes neces- another was wounded by a bullet-sary that it should be made clear Reuter.

MacArthur.

General Field Marshal MacArthur

was only yesterday "given the high-

est post in the Philippines Army.

He has put forward a ten-year 作 scheme which will cost appro-

ximately 380,000,000 (US. -Cur-

rency) and involves the creation of an army consisting of regulars and reserves, supported by an air force and marine division.

When the defence

scheme

road into

is

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*completed, according to Field Marshal MacArthur, it will make a conquest of the Philippines 59 costly in men and money as to give pause to the most ruthless and powerful foe.- Peuter

ITALIAN WAR HONOURS.

Baron Aloisi Among Recipients

Rome, June 20. Among the war honours bestow- ed were a Lieutenant-Generalship

HEAVY RANSOM

DEMAND

Terms For Release Of Father Burns

Mukden, June 21.

The bandits have demanded $5,- 000 000 and a quantity of artillery

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Turkish plans for a new pact to

He will be the candidate of the replace the Dardanelles agreement of July 24, 1923, it is understood, new Union Party, and it is widely 'will guarantee complete freedom of predicted that Father Coughlin. passage to merchant ships, but in the famous Canadian-born priest the interests of national. security, and economist, who is said commercial and military aero-virtually control a million voters. planes will not be permitted to ny will support this candidate.—.

Reister. over the Straits when they have been fortified.

Military provisions of the draft pact, it is said, state that warships that continuance of this unlawful of all nations whose coast lines do organisation will not be permitted. not abut on the Black Sea may "The Government has therefore only enter the Black Sea for the decided to make an order formally purpose of making official visits declaring the organisation an un- and only up to a maximum of 28,- lawful association."

000 tons altogether and with pre- The statement adds that the vious permission of the Turkish Government has decided to pro- Government. Single warships of hibit the holding of a mobilisa-over 14,000 tons as well as sub- tion of the Irish Republican Army marines will not be allowed to pass on Sunday at Ballins and Bodens through the Dardanelles at all town and warns all citizens to Transocean News Service. avoid visiting these neighbour-

Reuter.

as ransom for the release of Fatherhoods on Sunday.- Burns of the Maryknoll Mission, The letter conveying the demands was signed by Father Burns.--- Reuter

in the Army Medical Corps to Bir Also Castellani, who was Director

HERZOGIN CECILIE

SALVAGED

London June 19. "The famous windjammer. -Her-| of Medical Services in East Africa zogin Ceellle, which went aground during the Abyssinian war, and off the coast of Devon some two honorary Rear-Admiralships for months ago, has been released off Marchese Marconi and Baron the rocks and towed to Salcombe Aloisi.-

for repairs.-- Reuter's Bulletin Seruice,

Reuters Bulletin Service.

LINER MAKES GOOD PROGRESS

Trans-Atlantic Record

May Be Broken

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BANDIT LEADER

WOUNDED

Attack In Japanese Concession

Tientsin, June 21.

to

his residence in the Japanese Con- cession last night.

BRITANNIA TO

BE SCUTTLED

Most Famous Yacht In History

London, June 20. Britannia, King George's racing cutter, perhaps the most famous racing yacht in history, is to be scuttled at sea. Orders to this ef- tect have been given by King Ed- ward.

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DOCKERS AGREE

Antwerp, June 20 The dockers have accepted a compromise increase in wages of twelve francs per day us suggested by Premier van Zeeland.

The workers' have now agreed to return to work on Monday.---- fruter's Bulletin Service,

AMERICAN SHIP

SUBSIDES

For Construction And Operation

BILL PASSED BY SENATE

Washington, June-20. Acepting a minor amendment by the House of Representatives, the Senate passed the Ship Subsidy Bill which has been sent to White House.

The Bill provides outright sub- sidies for construction and opera- tion up to 50 per cent. of cost, from the Government at 35 per

cent, and gives them subsidies zo operate vessels.

NEW TAX BILL The Senate by 42 votes to 29 pāṣā- ed the new Tax Bill estimated to produce $800,000,00 The Bill has

now gone to. White House for the President's signature.

The passage of this measure re- moves the last major obstacle in the speedy adjournment of Con- gress.

The Congress adjourned sine die at thirty nine minutes past mid-t night. All day long a filibuster over the new Tax Bill prventet the passage of the substitute Guffey Coal Industry Bul which with the deletion of sections to which the Supreme Court object- ed was passed by the House of Re-. presentatives last week. Reuler."

CHINESE TWINS AT CAMBRIDGE

Examination Success

London, June 20 Liu Keui-tang, notorious bandit The Britannia is lying at pre-

The Chinese twins Yu Chung-. leader, was critically wounded by sent on a slipway at Cowes. She hs and Yu Ho-hsi, former stud- two Chinese, gunmen who invaded will be launched for the last time ents of St. John's Shanghai, and at next spring tides on July 7 or a first-year men at Trinity College,

have Cambridge, and handed over to the Admiralty.

passed the Liu was watching a mah jongg

The yacht, which has more than Economie Tripos, Part 1, the for party when he was struck by four 200 victories to her credit, will be bullets. He was rushed to the hos- towed out to sea and then scuttled. latter in the third class.- pital In the meantime the assall-The icad keel weighing 60 tons will ants escaped by scalling the wall not be taken out of the yacht when

DEGREE CONFERRED Reuter.

mer in Class 2 Division, 2 and the

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ahe is sunk.

London; June 20. The Britannia was built for the. The degree of Doctor of Philo- present King's grandfather, Kingsophy has been conferred by Cam- London, June 21. There is no prospect of fog which | Edward VII, when Prince of Wales: bridge on the Venerable P. Vaji- Reuter's correspondent aboard delayed the liner on the last cross- It had 43 years of racing. Theranana Thera, who is ́ £bus the the Queen Mary states that the Ing, and if the speed is maintain-Britannia started in 625 races and first Buddhist monk to study for run from. noon yesterday to nooned It is possible that the record won 231 firsts and 129 other and pass the examination as an to-day totalled 745 miles at an may be broken.---

prizes.

English university- average speed of 29.8 knots.

Renter

British Wirelen,

Reuter,