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THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 1939. HONG KONG

HONGKONG, BURMA, YUNNAN

LINKED BY AIR AGREEMENT BETWEEN BRITAIN & CHINA

"UNDERTAKING OF GREAT DEVELOPMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE"-DR. KUNG

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IMPERIAL AIRWAYS, C.N.A.C. TO OPERATE NEW SERVICES

CHUNGKING, JANUARY 25 (REUTER)—REUTER IS AUTHORITATIVELY INFORMED THAT THE NEW SERVICES OF IMPERIAL AIRWAYS AND THE CHINA NATIONAL AVIATION CORPORATION WILL BE IN AUGURATED IMMEDIATELY.

The inauguration of the new ser vices will see. for the first time, a foreign aeroplane with official Chinese

China

YUNNAN

Special Committee

To Investigate

SHLANGUAL, Jan. 25 (T/ Ocean-In order to develop the economic resources of the southwestern province of Yun- nan a special Economic In- vestigation Committee has been organized by the Depart- ment for Reconstruction which is now making a tour through the border regions of the pro- vince of Yunnan,

general

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THE BIG FIGHT

News of the world cham- pionship title bout at Madison Square Garden, New York, between "Joe Louis and John Henry Lewis, will be known

in Hongkong about 9.30 or 10 o'clock this morning.

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GENERALISSIMO'S

Price

· BINGLE COFY, 10 ̊CTS. PER MONTE, 59.

FORCEFUL

SPEECH BEFORE 5TH PLENARY

Japan Has Run Military SESSION

Occupation Of Course Against Rock

Barcelona Is

Imminent

LERIDA, Jan. 25 (Reuter)-- Nationalists claim the capture of Solsona, centre of communications between Barcelona and the French frontier. Meanwhile, the National- ists are closing in on Barcelona o all sides having been on the move all night long. The defenders are stated to be surrendering in Thou- sands. The occupation of the whole city is bellpved to be lņa- minent,

that

NOT SEEKING® TERRITORY IN SPAIN

CHUNGKING, JANUARY 25 (CENTRAL)- CHINA WILL EVENTUALLY EMERGE VICTOR IN THE PRESENT SINO-JAPANESE CONFLICT,”. DECLARED GENERALISSIMO CHIANG KAI-SHEK IN HIS OPENING SPEECH BEFORE THE FIFTH PLENARY SESSION OF THE CENTRAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE IN SESSION HERE.

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In his capacity as Chief Executive of the Kuomiatang, he told the C.E.C, members that from purely factual grounds, he was able to foretell the eventual collapse of Japanese aggran. dizement and the final prevalence of the Chinese cause.

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The Generalissimo pointed out that China's only course is to strengthen her resistance for a final and decisive struggle: any suggestion of halfway compromise or submission must never be countenanced.

The Generalissimo saw in Japan achieving the desired object, tend a nation which has run its military, merely to help the growth of can- political and diplomatic courses ker which is finding root in the

CHIANG KAI-SHEK

against the rock. Entirely unaware Japanese military machinery and GUERILLAS

The British and Chinese Governments signed an agreement and exchanged notes here at 5 p.m. yesterday at the Chinese Foreign Office. Mr. J. D. Greenway. First Secretary of the

The Committee of Investigation. GOVERNMENT LEAVES British Embassy, Shanghai, who is in charge of the British

which is composed of economists, PERPIGNAN, Jan. 25 (Reuter)- financiers., Industrialists and en- The Republican Government has

Froz a searching study of deeper and deeper but more Diplomatic Mission here, acted on behalf of the British Govern

gineers, intends to study the agri-left for Gerona leaving in Hat China's history, geography, and and more hopelessly into hos- inent. It is understood that the Chinese and British authoritles

cconomie celona one representative, of each culture and her racial spirit and the territory. have agreed not to publish the text of the agreement at present. cultural and

conditions and to make a survey Ministry. Senor del Vayo, Foreign economic strength, the General- The

the military failure of and Russia ate also of the natural resources of the Minister, will remain in charge in issimo said, there is unshakable Japanese was paired off by the

province.

Barcelona, according to informa-basis for believing the utter im-foundering of Japanese political nearing conclusion.

possibility of à Japanese victory. agents' designs and machinations, Arrangements have been con-

The Committee plans to organize tion reaching the frontier,

It is stated the Republicans are where it is impossible for Japan to Generalisalmo Chiang pointed out. over cluded between the Chinese Gov-model farms. to open mines and fty permission to

to retreat and are win, it will be equally impossible The manipulation of puppets and Chinese territory for Imperial Air-ernment and Imperial' Airways for to establish a series of manufac continuing

creating new defence lines.

for China to lose.

employment of traitors. tar from ways machines have been given a., through air passenger and mail

turing centres. permission tu y from Burma and traffic between China and Europe.

The organization of the special particularly England. via Yunnan Hongkong to Yunnan.

Similarly the Chinese National and Burma, declared Dr. H. H. Economic Investigation Committee

mure, demonstrates Aviation Corporation machines will Kung, President of the Executive

Minister of Finance, China is doing everything in her fly from Yunnan to Burma and Yuan and

power to promote the reconstrue- Hongkong.

when interviewed this morning.

"This new Sino-British under- tlun of the southwestern provinces, taking is of great significance." whose tremendous natural wealth!

airs of growing importance in view BERLIN, Jan 25 (Reuter)-The teristics of China's revolutionary sald Dr. Kung. “The new communications will bring the of the interruption of the com- Foreign Office bulletin "Diploma- srowth under modern conditions, failures are diplomatic difficulties coast and tisch Korrespondenz expresses Japan had twice, to deviate from which place Japan more and more Chinese and British peoples closer munications with the to each other, thereby resulting in the resulting difBculty of import-surprise at the French press ad- the course of her pre-determined in an isolated position in intema-

now tional polities! General a better understanding which is ing raw materials and manufac-vocating France to occupy Minorca continental policy, and is

and Spanish Morocco if Italian floundering in a mire of desperate said. essential for peace and prosperity tured goods from abroad.

troops remain in Spain after the opportunism. among nations."

Militarily the strategy of the Japanese army has been one failure after another. The Generalissimo believed that the Japanese military have never been able truthfully to gauge their own strength and the strength of the Chinese. The result is a hopeless game of gambling, driving an unwieldy and uneffective machinery

It is learned that negotia- tions for through aly. and

passenger mall traffic between

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DR. H. H. KUNG

MOSCOW-NEW YORK SERVICE

GREAT ROMANCE

Dr. Kung stated that there was great romance behind the new project.

Centuries ago." he said. "came caravans crossed the deserts for Europe laden with silks, tea and ether products from China, taking months, sometimes years. for the journey, accompanied "by hazards

and uncertainty.

steamships

*Clippers and later replaced these caravans. but modern aeroplanes, will bring another new chapter in communications between Eu- rope and China."

BRITISH REQUEST

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war.

The bulletin added that the step would be dangerous. The paper reiterated that" nelther Germany nor Italy seeks any territory in Spain.

TO FRANCO LONDON, Jan. 25 (Reuter)-It is understood the British Government has requested Franco to exercise The "Frankfurt Zeltung" declar- restrain in territories now being ed that the French action would be occupied by his troops. It is re- an invitation to Mussolini to grab ported that the British agent as much as he could in southern Burgos has received an assurance France. fr Franco that his men wil pot be allowed excesses as acts of re- venge.

NEUTRAL ZONE PARIS, Jan. 25 (Reuter)-It is Dr. Kung then stated that a new karned the French Government highway how connects Burma with has declated it is unable to receive Yunnan, which will soon also be a contingent of some 50,000 re-

at the mighty Chinese racial and quicken Its rot. historical background, and without any understanding of the charac-

Two-Year Health Programme

影

To Be Enforced In China

ISOLATED POSITION THREATENING

Adding to military and political

Chiang

Generalissimo Chiang said be was convinced that the tendency of international relations is to- wards Justice and peace with the Democracies dally strengthening their determination and resources for staging a final show-down against world, brigandage.

He emphasized that China" has hitched her wagon to the

star beckoning

of interna- tional Justice and righteous- ness and will march .unflinch- ingly on towards her goal. China; he promised, will stick to the last of her policy of re- sistance. China, the Generalissimo declar- ed, is fighting an uphill battle for her own preservation and Far East

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POOTUNG TOWN

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HWAIYIN, KIANGSU, Jan. 25 (Central)-Chinese querilla uniis operating in.Pootung are making a vigorous drive on Chuensha, an important, town in Pootung, Shanghai

The Japanese "outer defences at Changklakia, west of the town, were broken through by the gueril- as on Monday. About 200 Japan- ese employed Irregulars were slain in action.. Two hundred Japanese reinforcements dispatched from the town later were also rented.

The Japanese are now guarding a creek in the outskirts while the guerillas continue to push forth. Puppet officials are fleeing from. the town.

HEROIC FEAT Another heroic feat was staged by 35 gueria fighters at Sikwan- . and world peace and justice. This kang, Pootung, recently. The small cause for self-preservation and group of guerillas was surrounded

connected by air. He expressed fugees in reply to a question by ESTABLISHMENT OF PERMANENT world vindiction must prevail in by a Japanese force of over 200.

the hope that Burma will shortly Senor del Vayo. It is said the

be connected with Yunnan by French Government has reached

the end of their resources regard- ing refugees but may admit a Umited number of women and children

VLADIVOSTOK, Jan. 25 (Intl)-railway. The Soviet authorities recently

Imperial Airways have given decided to open a new air service much thought, to operating the between Moscow and New York service from the base in India to via the North Pole, beginning Yunnan and Hongkong." said Dr. It is suggested a neutral zone about October this year,

Kung.I am happy to state that for refugees in Spanish territory Three aeroplanes, which are to this is now an accomplished fact. created

bc by on the route, are now under Authorization has already been re- construction at Moscow, informa-ceived from the Chinese Govern-

ment to sign such an agreement." tion reaching here states.

More Than Two Hundred H.K. Students Ask For Relief

several

MORE THAN 200 CINESE STUDENTS. Including girls, have registered with the Kengkong Committee for Stu dent Relief, accoding to the record of the, Committee at the. close of the first period of registration January 1 to 21. More are expected to register in the second period which began on Jan- uary 22, says "Central News."

control.

under international

THREE JAPANESE WARSHIPS HIT CHUNGKING, Jan 25 (Reuter) | --It is officially claimed that three Japanese warships were damaged when Chinese planes bombed a concentration of Japanese war- ships and transports in the vicinity of Walchow Island, opposite Pak- hol, on January 23.

AUSTRIAN LOANS BERLIN, Jan 25 (Reuter)--It is

All those who have registered are University. as chairman: Mrs. S. students from the interior running F. Huang as vice-chairman; Mrs announced that the United States short of funds to continue their C. S. Chan as secretary, and Miss has accepted the German pro studies as a result of the war. T. F. Wong of Lingnan University; posal to negotiate with American They have applied for loans either Dr. Hsu Cheng-yang of Sun Yat- creditors of Austrian loans with a to defray their tuition fees or tra-sen University; Rt. Rev. R. C. view to reaching an agreement.

The proposal corresponds to the velling expenses to return to the Hail, Bishop of Victoria, Hongkong: interior to study.

Dr. Yau-tsit. Law of Chan Chung attitude of Germany towards Bri- tish creditors with whom 1.0 Their applications are now under Girls Middle School; Dr. Yam- the careful consideration of the tong of True Light Girls' Middle agreement was reached. Committee. Financial aid will be School Mr. Yuen Hong-pong, gén- | extended to them when it is found eral secretary of the Hongkong FLIGHT RECORD that they are actually in need.

The Committee was organized į Education Association; as members.

branch of the China Christian

LONDON, Jan 25 (Reuter)-The

on December 16 last year in view A sum of $20,000 (Chinese cur-non-stop fight of the British R.A. of the urgent need of refugee rency) was secured from the Na-F. bombers from Ismal to Darwin students coming to Hongkong from tional Relief Committee as an ini- has been recognized by the Inter- More funds national Aeronautic Society as the "the interior after the fall of Can-tiation relief fund,

The officers include,Dr. are being solicited both at home world's record distance declared to

be just over 7,158 miles, Shang-ling Fu of the Bun Yat-sen and abroad.

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ORGANIZATIONS IN PROVINCES

CHUNGKING, JAN. 25 (CENTRAL)—A TWO-YEAR HEALTH PROGRAMME, covering all important phases of the health pro- blem confronting the nation at war is being enforced by the National Health Administration under the direction of Dr. F. C. Yen.

Emphasis of this programme is placed on the care of wound- ed soldiers. The National Health Administration. in helping the "Army Medical Service, is maintaining a force of 1,000 doe- tors and nurses in the various base hospitals. In addition, 400 men specially trained in epidemic preventive work are stationed in the different war zones.

GUIDE TO THE NEWS

PAGE 2-Interport rugby trääl, Softball notes: Training gallops. Local, soccer fore- mast

PAGE 3-Radio programmes.

The Services, PACE 5. The cinemas. Cross- word puzzle. Diary of local events.

PAGE 6-Women's page, Wed- ding at Peak Church New- settes. PAGE 7-Murder trial verdict. War Resisters" International Repulse Bay Robbery. Rub- ber" factories fined. PAGE 3.-Leading article: Fast Hello and Moving Events, goodbye.

PAGE 10-Food page. PAGES 11, 12 and 13.-Finance

and commerce.

PAGES 14 and 15-Shipping

news and directory.

At present, the personnel will be further increased by fresa gra- duates from the training institutes and classes conducted by the ad- ministration.

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The Programme also calls for the establishment of permanent

vinces of Szechuen, Yunnan, Kwel- chow, Bikong, Chinghai, Kansu, Ninghsia, Sinkiang and Inner Mongoila

the long run.

Despite the enemy's numerical superiority the guerillas. fought

CONFIDENCE TO WIN With every assurance of victory them for more than three hours. vouchsafed for, however It be- Thirty-three of the partisans were hoves every members of the Party killed while about Afty Japanese. to strengthen bis determination also tell in the engagement.

The two guerilla survivors' suc- to fight and confidence to win, Generalissimo Chiang admonished. ceeded in breaking through the When every member understands Japanese cordon and returned to himself, the enemy, and the abso- their headquarters to report the Jute development of circumstances event and state of affairs, the Gen- erdiissimo said, he would certainly clearly see the final outcome of the present war.

The Generalissimo 'sald from now on China's efforts should be directed against the weak- || nesses of the enemy.

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SMALL-POX RAGES IN HENGYANG HANKOW, Jan, 25 (Int’1)—A small-poz epidemic is raging in Hengyang, south Hunazi, with the number of victims among Chinese soldiers and residenta morating

daily, refugees from the interior

revealed to-day,

health organizations in the pro- COTTON INDUSTRY

ENABLING BILL Being the important area of the 9th War Zone, Chinese authorities LONDON, Jan. 25 (Reuter)-The are taking preventive measUTES": Daily Telegraph industrial cor- against further spread of the respondent understands that the In Szechuen, the Administration Prime Minister, Mr. Chamberlain,

disease. is alding the local authorities in told the Lancashire cotton de- setting up a province-wide health putation that the Cotton Industry commission with one health and Enabling Bill might shortly be in- medical station in each of its distroduced and made law during the tricts. Meanwhile in Chungking present session. Mr. Chamberlain Chengtu, and Bzekung, three of made it clear that much depended. the largest cities in the province on the form of the Bill. health bureaux are being formed.

The plan for the establish- ment of a health commission in Slkong, the new' province, bas already been approved by the Executive Tuan. As soon as its budget Is passed, actun! organization work will start.

THE DOLLAR

10.

T.T. ON LONDON: 1. 27/32d. T.T. ON NEW YORK: 28,7/8 London Silver Market

(Our Own Correspondent)

London, Jan. 25. London silver prices to-day were

The Prime Minister agreed that In future trade agreements and negotiations Lancashire, Interests will be carefully watched and he was also sympathetic to the formula mentioned which sugges- tiop..if pat into effect, would, it was down 1/16 as follows:- contended end the practice of fox- eira countries "sending · „cotton Spot fabrics to Britain, to be finished. Forward

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