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CHANG READY FOR PUNISHMENT

Follows Generalissimo To Nanking

WILL ACCEPT EVEN DEATH

Other Captives At Sianfu Reach Capital

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Nanking, December 27.

On his arrival in Nanking, Marshal Chang Hsueh-liang, who was responsible for the detention of the Generalissimo for twelve days at Stanfa, regretted his action and expressed readiness to take punishment. In a letter to Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the Young Marskał wrote:

"I am naturally rustic, surly and unpolished and therefore committed an impudent, criminal act. Now I have penitently fol- lowed you le Nanking in order to await the punishment befitting my crime.

"I will accept even death if it is beneficial to my country, Do not allow sentiment or friendship to deter you from dealbar with me as I deserve."

Generals Chen Shing. Chien Ta- f chun and other Government off- cials who were detained at Slanfu arrived this afternoon, some en- tering the Central Hospital for treatment and rest.

This morning Dr. H H. Kung called on Marshal Chang Hsuch- lang and Mr. T. V. Soong.

WARM WELCOME AT CAPITAL

Nanking, Dec. 26. and party, who left Loyang at 10 Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek

a.m. to-day, were greeted at the military aerodrome outside Nant-

Feng Yu-halang and other pro- minent officials.

A mass meeting was held celesing by President Lin Sen. General brating the return of the General issimo under the chairmanship of Ma Chao-chun, while General Ho Ying-chin made a speech as re- presentative of the Generalissimo.

There are persistent rumours afloat that Mr T. V. Soong will become President of the Executive Yuan Router

SOONG PRAISED

Nanking, Dec. 27. Mr. T. V. Boong, Chairman

of

Dressed in Chinese Elvilian clothes, the Generalissimo looked very well and cheerful as he shook hands with the amcials and then motored with his wife and Dr. H. H. Kung, the acting Premier. to the aerodrome Inside the city, where a crowd of 200,000 gave him a vociferous welcome. The party later proceeded to Dr. Kung's re- sidence.

The Generalissimo and party

HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, MONDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1936.

CHIANG FACES ALTERNATIVES

MESSAGE TO WORLD

B

Destructive Forces Of Civil War

London Comment On Sianfu Affair

London, Dec. 27. In a leading article commenting en the release of Marshal Chiang. Kai-shek, the "Sunday Times" be- Leves that Marshal Chang Hsuch- lang was given very strong as- gurances of immunity.

The paper says that Marshal Chang Hsueh-lang's atatement that the revolt was due to a "mis- understanding" was probably true to the extent that the motive for the kidnapping was financial, The story about a large sum of army pay which falled to reach Chang's at my need not be true, but it ser- ves its purpose if it provides an excuse for Nanking to repeat the large payment.

In regard to Marshal Chiang Kal-shek, the "Sunday Times asks if he will recover his former prestige and be able immediately t> resume the work where it has been broken off, or will it be felt that to Owe his life to the clemency of a powerful enemy in- capacitates him from future leadership.

The rat alternative. saya", the

paper. corresponds broadly to the

ghest interest of China, but the second is said by some to be most a accord with Chinese Instinct and tradition. If the second is followed, some excuse, probably ill-health, could be found for Chiang's early withdrawal, but the problem of effectively replacing rim would remain.- Reuter,

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RELEASED AFTER TWELVE DAYS.

Young

Marshal Explains Cause Of Revolt

Nanking. Dec. 25. Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the revolt began on December 12 who was detained at Sianfu since has been released and arrived at Loyang by air.

It is officially stated that the Generalissimo was released uncon-

the National Economic Council, only knew they were leaving Slar-ditionally and that his first ́ection

was to-day congratulated by high government leaders and, colleagues for his success in securing the release of General Chiang Kai- shek from bis detention in Slanin, whither he flew twice to negotiate for the general's freedom.

fu an hour before their actual de- parture to Loyang yesterday after- noon in the Young Marshal's pri- vate seroplane.........

Reuter

The sound currency situation GOVERNMENT TROOPS

in Shanghai, Nanking, Canton and elsewhere despite the sensa- tional coup d'etat in Slan was due to the ability of Mr. Scong and the Ministry of Finance in main- taining the credit of the Govern- ment notes and bonds. There wa5 no panle in the money market at any time during the crisis.

Reports are current here that Mr. Soong's colleagues are per- Asunding him to accept a high ad-

ministrative post- Union News.

RELIEF IN PEIPING

Pelping, Dec. 27! The return of General Chiang Kai-shek is a relief to diplomatic circles here, as it was disclosed that the Japanese army would intervene if General Chang Hsueh-

WITHDRAW

Settlement Made Before Combined Offensive

was to order the cessation of hos- tilities and the withdrawal of the Government troops from Shenal.

Marshal Chang Hauch-liang ex- plains that the revolt was due to à

misunderstanding which has now heen cleared up. He erroneously thought that the Generalissimo

was going to dismiss him and dis-

band his troops so he detained him for self-protection. Further- more, he believed that Nanking had falled to pay his troops but it transpired that the money had Shanghai, Dec. 28.

been misappropriated by one of his Following the release of Generan subordinates who has now Issimo Chiang Kai-shak the future been arrested of Marshal Chang Haneh-llang and the other rebel leaders is intrigu- ing political circles, who are ank ing what steps will be taken to clean up the altuation in north west China 28 revealed by the Slantu revolt.

CHANG LEAVES TOGETHER

It

is learned that Marshal

Chang Hsueh-liang arrived in layang together with the Genera- lissimo and this is taken to in- dicate that the rebel leader has received assurances for his per-

Haneh-Hang's explanation of the rally considered that the Govern- Judging by Marshal Chanz anal safety. However, it is gene- cause of the revolt, political ques-rrent cannot remain inactive ro- tions have receded into the back-

the garding

serious disruptive ground, nevertheless, It is felt that situation revealed in the north- the Generalissimo will undoubted-west and it is felt that the matter lang were to succeed in his revolty seek to give concrete expression must be cleared up without delay. The Japanese army wanted Д to his dissatisfaction over the pro- "quick settlement of the issue,"

The Japanese are now expected gress being made in the anti-Com-to press more strongly than ever according to a Tokyo report. munist campaign. It was Marshal for a thorough and

General Chang's surrender has Chang Huel-liang's doubt of the against the Communists in that Bnal drive the necessity. of joint Generalissiomo's Intentions in this section of the country.-- Sino-Japanese drive against the connection which caused him to Communists 13 advocated by

Reuter. raise the standard of revolt. Japanese troops in North China

Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek through Lleut-Col Takeo Imai,

was accompanied from Blanfu by

obviated

Japanese resident officer in Pel-Madame Chiang, Mr. T, V. Goong ping,

and Mr. W. H. Donald,

It was reported here that the Nanking divisions in the North- West will continue

the drive

In pursuance of the instructions Issued by the Generalissimo im- against the Reds, now that Gen-mediately after his release the eral Chiang Kai-shek "has return-Government troops are rapidly "ed to the capital--

finion News

CHINESE CITIES JUBILANT

withdrawing.

The release of the Generalissimo

occurred on the eve of the resump tion of the oxensive against the rebels the Government troops having rapidly taken up positions in readiness for the general ad vance. Those holding the Lung hat railway were to have occupied Weinan as soon as the order to ad- vance was received and from there were to have pushed on to Blanfa.. The other troops were advanc

CHANG TO REMAIN

IN NANKING

Future Trend Of Events Obscure.

Nanking, Dec. 26.

APPEAL. FOR PEACE

Vatican City, Dec. 24, His Holiness the Pope, in a worldwide broadcast from his bed side, deplored "the many great evils which have fallen like a scourge on humanity, civil society and the Church." He added that more than ever he felt near and present to all the Catholle world' in spirit....

Pope Pius sald against the will

of God they had to contend with the malevolence of many misguid- ed enemies. There still raged, with all its horror and hatred, the

carnage and destruction of the civil war in Spain. It seemed that those evil forces of which he had spoken wished to make a supreme experiment of all the destructive forces scattered throughout the world which they There were signs and portents of terrifying reality being prepared for Europe and the world.

commanded.

The Pope declared that between those who pretended to be leading the defenders or order against the

subversion of civilization and against the spread of atheism and communism he sorrowfully aw not a few being guided by false and fatal ideas in their choice of remedies and in appraisal of their adversaries.

GERMAN SHIP CAPTURED

Spanish Action Near Bilbao

Berin, December 26. According to 'à German · newa agency, "Red Spanish warshipa have. confiscated the

German steamer Palos outside Spanish to Bilbao." Observers here bellevé waters near Bilbag and taken it

that German warships are pro- This conclusion is drawn from the ceeding at full speed to "Bilbao. laconis communique announcing the seizure of the Palos.

The communique states that the "necessary measures for the re- begun. It adds that the steamer lease of the steamer have been belongs to O'denburgh, a Portu- guess company, and was bound for Spanish ports via Hamburg. The and it was taken vessel did not carry war material without any right along with the three passengers.

Cargo and

News of the incident was hurt!- edly conveyed to Chancellor Hier, as the result of whose deliberations

CONGRESS ATTACKS NEW INDIA ACT

Would Not Be Parties To Imperialist War

PRESIDENT OUTLINES

BASIC POLICY

Transfer Of Political Power To The People

Falpur, December 27.

An attack on the new Government of India Act was delivered by Jawaharlal Nehru in the course of his presidential address at the Indian National Congress. He declared that they would not be parties to an imperialist war and would not allow the ex- ploitation of the man power and resources of India for such a war. V

the above communique was issued.

The basis policy of Congress was to combat the Government of India. Act and end it, and resist in every way the attempt of While official circles decline to

British Imperialism to strengthen its hold on India and her people. reveal the "necessary measure" mentioned in well-informed spokesmen admit only logical consequence of Con- the communique, The President urged that the the sending of warning to unit only pale cas one nothing

possibility. a demonstration as a very likely to do with acceptances of office under the new Act. The real ob- The same quarters add that Iffect before Congress was to build the Palos returned intact the afair would pass off, without fur anti-imperialist forces in the coun- up a powerful Joint front of all

ther incidents, but if the vessel try.

situation might be very grave. and those aboard are harmed the

It's believed that at present between six and nine German warships are in which, at least until recently, Spanish waters

were stationed in the neighbour- Sebastian.---- hood of Gibraltar, Malaga and San

the Pope appealed for the main- Referring to the year's events. tenance of peace where it reigns, and its re-establishment where it was but a memory, To this appeal be joined more fervently than ever his prayer to God for that "tran- quility of order wherein alone peace can consist, for the execu-Renter. tion of that individual and collec- tive justice without which no or- der is possible,"

His Holiness offered up a prayer

troubled and for that very reason' particularly for Spain "now for the good of the entire Church,

so dear to us.”—- Kenter,

DAUGHTER BORN TO DUCHESS

London, Dec. 25. A daughter was born to the Cake and Duchess of Kent at 11.20 a.m. to-day, «

cellently, physicians state.

Mother and child are doing ex-

Raster.

will be taken to liquidate the alt- uation revealed in the north-west

as a result of the affair.

The answer to both questions depends on the nature of the re- lations established between the Generalissimo and the Young

Marshal as a result of the Stanfu revolt, regarding which specula-

tion is rife Reuter.

CHIANG TO ISSUE STATEMENT

PRINCE CHICHIBU

FOR LONDON

To Represent Japan At King's Coronation

Tokyo, Dec. 27. Prince Chichibu, brother of the Emperor,

representing

will

be

Japan at the Coronation of King George VI. In May next. Prince and Princess Chichibu will sall from Yokohama on March 8 via Canada and New York where they will embark on RMS. Queen Mary for London.--- -Reuter

NOTED JOURNALIST PASSES

New York, Dec. 25. Mr. Arthur Brisbane, whose daily newspapers, throughout the United editorials were read in scores of

States by millions of people, has succumbed to a sudden Miness.

Probably the most highly paid newspaperman in the world. Mr. Brisbane was for years the first leutenant of that

newspaper William Randolph

Nanking, Dec. 26. genius, Mr. to issue a statement "shortly

The Generalissimo is expectedHearst, and his editorials did much

*** to popularise the Hearst publica- 1 regards the 'Blanti affair. It is

tions.- understood that the statement will emphasise the loyalty of Marshai

fester.

Yang Hu-cheng, whose Chang Haeh-Hang and General actions should not be construed as revolt or mating against the Government

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The statement will also probably, point out that the Generalissimo's fe was never ini danger and also deny the raniour that the settle- ment of the trouble was arrived at on a financial, basis.

RADIO SETS FOR.

LIGHTHOUSES

Gift By Dowager Empress Of Japan

Tokyo, Dec. 27. According to well-informed cir will be presented with wireless Six hundred lighthouses in Japan cles, it was Madame Chiang's sets by the Dowager Empress of It is understood that Marshal courage, tact and personality Chang Hsueh-lang is remaining which Anally brought the negotia Japan whose presentation will for the present at Nanking, which tions for a settlement to a suc-ten the loneliness of light suggests that the reconciliation cessful conclusion when the other

house keeper.. between himself and the Gener delegates were batted

.Heute.. assimo is now complete. Earlier Marshal Chang later arrived in reports, it will be recalled, sug- Nanking in company with Mr. gested that he might be leaving T. V. Soong- the country very shortly but this || Reuter is now considered unlikely.

CHIANG ARRIVES AT CAPITAL

MANILA CHINESE

CELEBRATE

The immediate demand was for a constituent assembly leading to a democratic state where political power has been transferred to the

Reuter. mass of the people.-

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COMPLETE REJECTION

Falzpit, Dec. 28. - This normally tiny vhlage was transformed into a large tempor- ary town of thirty thousand in- habitants charged with political feeling on the occasion of the annual meeting of the Indian National Congress.

One of the main resolutions reiterated the "entire refection of the Government of India Act 1935 and the constitution imposed on India against the declared will of the people of the country." It opines that any co-operation with this constitution would be a

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betrayal of India's struggle for freedom and strengthening the hold of British Imperialism and further exploitation of the Indian masses who have been already re- duced the direct poverty under Imperialistic domination.

One of the problems the Con- gress has to decide is whether congressmen elected to the legs- tures under the new`constitution zhajl accept ministerial office. The working committee of Con- gress is to submit a resolution on this question which will be con- aldered after the elections by the National Convention composed of parliamentary congressmen others.→→ Reuter.

NEW PRESIDENT OF HAVANA

HUGE FOG BELT

IN EUROPE

All Air Services Cancelled

London, Dec. 26. Following glorious sunshine, or Christmas day, fog spread through- out the country and the continent, All air services at Croydon, hare been cancelled to-day and flying is impossible at almost every im- portant continental airport ranging from Amsterdam, Le Bourget Cologne and Berlin owing to a huge fog belt.

Motorists on holiday everywhere" in England have been" delayed by drizzling, rain or fog.

A complete blackout the many districts brought traffic to standstill.

Reuter's Bulletin Service.

WRECKING AND SABOTAGE

Prison For Soviet Railways Chiefs

Mostow, Dec. 25. "Four of the highest officials. In the Oremburg railway have beta. sentenced by the Supreme Court to terms of imprisonment ranging from one to ten years and de- putvation of civil rights for and counter-revolutionary activities.

Havana, Dec. 24. Frederico Laredo Bru, a lawyer, has been SWORN SE

President cf

Havana following the impeach-

ment of

Ozie of those sentenced Is Viaži- mir Ryabokon, ex-Minister of Rail- ways in the Ukrainian Govern- ment.

Al the accused were charged. with "wrecking and sabotage.” resulting in a serious breakdow on the Soviet railways.- Reuter.

Gomes in the Senate. SHIP EXPLOSION

Gomez has already vacated the Presidential Palace. Renter

SARAH CHURCHILL

MARRIED

New York, Dec. 24. the British statesman, was mar- Barah Churchill, daughter of ried to-day to Mr. Vie Oliver, the comedian, They will spend their honeymoon in England. Reuter

ESCALATORS SAFEST

AT MASSAWA

Twenty Killed And Hundred Injured

Rome, Dec. 28 It has been just announced that injured in an explosion on the Its- twenty were killed and a hundred lian liner Ceasare Battist at Mas-" awa an December 23. Seventy three of the Injured people are in a serious condition and may not. survive,

The expletion occurred while the ship was unloading The liner is now resting at the bottom of the harbour which is shallow at that point- -Reuter.

SOVIET ICEBREAKER

ABANDONED

Nanking, Dec. 28.

There has never been a fatal Nanking, Shanghai and the

It is generally felt that the Gen-

accident on the escalators of Lon- cther cities went wild with joy as

eralissimo crisis with increased power and emerged from the

Manila, Dec. 28.

'don's Underground, and in the first the news of the Generalissimo'sing on Bianfu from Hankow, along prestige, The Chinese press em-

The city police stations were

nine months of this year they were. release was fashed throughout the the Hupeh-Shend highway. and phaalses that the affair demon-

packed last night with Chinese used by 371,000,000: passengers. 4 country. Huge crowds thronged were already within striking diestrated the strength of the Gov-

Nanking. Dec. 28.' Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek violating the

people who were rounded up for Mr. Ingleby Oddie, the West- the streets in Shanghai, blocking tance of the rebel city, having ernment as well as the growing has arrived here. accompanied by bibiting the firing of crackers ment recently when he recorded a

Ordinance,

pro- minster Coroner, made this state- the traffic, shouting and cheering made contact with the 13th Divi effectiveness of public opinion. his wife, Madame Chiang, Mr. W within city limits. and letting off crackers, while fon, which had been defending

| verdict of accidental death on Mr. seroplanes circled over the city stenyang. They were also in touch at the Generalissimo's release and Colonel J. L. Huang, who left eralism's release created the author, who fell down a fixed stair-so-called pride of the Northern

Foreigners are equally gratified H. Donald, his European adviser. Reuter's flash of

Moscow, Dec; 26, 2 the Gen- Osbert Henry Burdett, aged 51, the The ice-breaker, Sibiryokoff, the dropping coloured papers

with the troops of General Fent which, it is felt, has averted a ser for Sianfu in the early stages of greatest excitement in Chinais case at Hyde Park Corner Station, Sea Route, has been abandoned, "Processions marched through the Chin-chal, one of General Tang lous weakening of business con the revolt to keep the Centralia-quarters. Extras were rushed dut [strecta · carrying banners with Hu-cheng's subordinates, who refidence. The two questions now atmo company,

Mr. Burdett seldom travelled by Ice-locked, in Novoyazındya, in bearing the glad tidings and moet Underground, and, walked down the Kara Sea. The tone salvag -ending "Long Live Chiangcently gave, his allegiance to Nan freely asked is what repercussions Mr. TV. Soong arrived here of the people who were arrested the stairs fustead of using the ing Jee-breakers which were rush- Kai-shek and Long Live the Re king, although General Yang had are to be expected as regards the from Loyang two hours after the expressed the opinion that It was escalator.

thrown in his lot with the rebels. personnel and constitution of the Generalisalino.

ed to the scene, rescued the en public."-

well worth t Reuter,

Mr. Ooddie said that the stairs tire crew- Government and what measures Beuter.

were in perfect condition.

Renter,

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