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"Hongkong Dally Press"-August 1939 Temperature: Max. 89. Min. 77, Humidity 66.

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HONGKONG, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2, 1939.

GERMAN AND ITALIAN ARMED

FORCES START MANOEUVRES:

RESERVISTS CALLED UP FOR AUGUST

BERLIN, AUG. 1 (REUTER)—GERMANY'S ARMED FORCES ARE ABOUT TO START WHAT MAY PROVE TO BE THE BIGGEST MANOEUVRES TO BE HELD FOR MANY YEARS.

Huge areas in North-Western Germany will be closed to-day to air traffic for 48- hours, while war planes carry out exercises. Foreign air attaches have not been in- vited to witness these exercises.

Although all details of these exercises have been withheld, the size of the pro- hibited area shows that they will be on a very large scale.

Manoeuvres by motorized troops { will follow and they are being held over 4 large area in south-east Germany, including parts of Silesia, Sudetenland. Bohemia and Moravia and will extend to the Polish frontier

Reservists have been called up for an early date in August in many districts, "private cars have been requisitioned and the shor- tage of petrol for civilian use is becoming apparent.

ITALIAN TROOPS OPERATE IN PO VALLEY ROME. Aug. 1 (Reuter)-Simul- taneously with the German atr exercises. Italian troops will be: carrying out manoeuvres in the Fo Valley, which will be attended by the German Generals, Gen, Helder and Gen. Werth.

About 150.000 troops will be in- volved in action against

enemy" which is assumed to be coming from the direction of the

French frontier.

The exercises will cover an area 220 miles long and 45 miles wide.

"VITAL IMPORTANCE"". TARANTO, Aug: 1 (Reuter)—A communique issued at the close of the Italian naval manoeuvres - in the central Mediterranean Bays

that the manoeuvres from July 24 to July 30 were of "vital import- ance." Nearly all ships, su marines and aircraft of the fleet," also large formations of the air force participated.

The final meeting of high of- cera was attended also by higher officers of the German mission, headed by Admiral Grossman, and the head of the Spanish mission, | Commander Regalado.

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Positive, Even More Aggressive Policy

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Kowloon Residents Ask Questions

About Ferry

Crews, Emergencies,

Lock Road Unsanitary Conditions

AS LAMMA ISLAND SUGGESTED S SETTLEMENT FOR REFUGEES BY MEMBER AT QUARTERLY MEETING

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE ABILITY OF CREWS ABOARD FERRIES in Hongkong harbour to deal with such emergencies" as" fire or collision, and about what the Asso- ciation proposed to do regarding complaints about unsanitary conditions in certain areas in Kowloon, were asked at the second quarterly open meeting of the Kowloon Residents' Association held on the lawn of St. Andrew's Church yesterday evening.

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An interesting suggestion was put forward by a member who described, Lamma Island as an appropriate, settlement for refugees. It was proposed further that some enterprising landlord would erect houses on the Island.

Another member suggested

CANBERRA, Aug. 1. (Reu ter)-The Defence Minister of Australia, Brigadier G. A.{ Street, declared that the that to facilitate rescue work Government is constructing at night, each ferry boat. six motor torpedo boats with carry at least two lifebuoys a maximum speed of 42 knots. equipped with Holmes light.

The member also asked if The vessels will carry tor- pedo tubes as well as A.A the crews on the ferry boats guns. They will be built at had to undergo any form of

life-saving drill. the naval dockyard on Cocka- too Island In Sydney Harbour. Brig. Street also announced that six more of these vessels will be built later.

Income Tax Increase In New Zealand

Major CM, Manners, O.B.E, who presided, replying to this question. said. "I assure you that the crews aboard Star Ferry boats. know their stationa. All the sallors swim They are all prepared för trouble; fre or collision.”

The same member continued to relate how recently a person of his' acquaintance had been aboard a pubile motór-boat in the harbour, when the engine had stalled and fre broke out. With the awning or fire, this extinguishers, had been, turned to, and these were found WELLINGTON, Aug. 1 (Reuter-empty. Another pubile motor-boat Balient points in the New Zealand came to the rescue, and the re- budget will be increase in income extinguishing apparatus on the tax and death dutles and increase second boat was also found to be in tax on beer and petrol.

not in working orden

In order to meet a deficit, esti- The member asked, "Were these mated at 22,500,000 the, Govern-motor-boata subjected to a yearly

©Picture, shows an air raid siren mounted on one of the motor

cycles of the Flying Squad of the 'Hongkong Police Beser Cycles so equipped toured various districts during last wee

black-out.

ment proposeg raising the Income overhaul? Most of the public COURAGE, CALMNESS & RESOURCE

tax minimum of 1/8 to 2/- with motor-boats are antiquated, some the maximum at 8/5 in the pound. being 1922 models."

Death duties will be increased In reply to a question by Major

the narrator 01 by 20 per cent. while the beer duty Manners.

LONDON, August 1 (Reuter) The "Birmingham Post," which is traditionally a supporter of the Cham- berlain family, in eulogizing the Government's attitude towards Europe, says that one can hardly speak with quite such confidence of Mr. Chamberlain's references to the other centre of interest the Far East.. Others, apart from the Oppost-1 Government stand arm on esses tion, feel the need for a more positials in North China others would pence per gallon on petrol.

the

will be increased by sixpence from motor-boat incident said that the dealt with by the Harbour: Master. 1/3 to 1/8 per gallon and four-masters of either boat had been

There will be increased expendi-One forfeited ball of $500, and the

other was fined $250.

Major Manners promised in- quiries into the matter.

KING IN" KILTS

The exercises made it possible to tive and even a more aggressive have welcomed a more categorical amas a great quantity of experi-British policy, and that feeling has answer to certain points especially ture in the army; air and naval mental data.

been strengthened by the United with reference to Japanese cur-services. States action in abrogating the rency in North China and Chinese 1911 Treaty.

silver stored in the concessions. Whatever the risk, says the

These members are of the opinion paper, we hold that the Ministers that an unequivocal "No" to the would be wise to insist on soine Japanese demands in Tokyo would early quid pro quo in Tientsin for not be only the quickest, but the our complaisance in Tokyo and wisest course. insist that unless Japan ceases anti-British, efforts in China, we LONDON, Aug. 1 (Reuter)-The have the will and power to help Government motion for an ad. journment in the House of Com moms shows that the Government propose that the House adjourn until October 3. This is one month shorter than the usual recess.

RECESS

The Opposition last night de-. clared that the House-should not adjourn for two months in view of the international situation

WHEAT STORAGE

¡China.

Conservative members of the House of Commons interviewed by Reuter appear to be divided on the Prime Minister, Mr. Chamberlain's statement on. Far Eastern palley.

While some in close touch with the Premier are satisfied that the

At the regular meeting of the Executive Yuan," Mr. Y..T. Tsur. IN BRITAIN.

noted educator and financier, was LONDON, Aug. 1 (Reuter)-It is appointed Commissioner of Finance officially stated that wheat at pre-for Kwelchow in succession to Mr. sent stoped in the country, to Wang Tseng-gin, Mr. Tour was gether with the present harvest, formerly president of National will be sufficient for the bread Tsinghua University and Tenching supply of the country for six University, and Vice-minister of

Industry. (Central News). months, without ports.

Canadian Missionary's Death Direct Result Of Anti-British

Movement

PEIFING, AUG, 1 (REUTER)----THE ANTI-BRITISH MOVE- MENTS SHOW NO SIGN OF A DECLINE and British mission- acles a Tsangchow, to the south of Tientals, have received orders to leave by the local Anti-British Committee, who have removed all British subjects.

One direct result of the anti-British movement contributed to the cause of the death of Miss Minnie" Shipley, Canadian Missionary from London, Ontario, who died from typhus in Chenrich, Homan, ka a hospital, from which pickets had driven) all the nurses, so that there was no one to urse. Ms Shipley,

Efforts will probably be made in the debate in the House of Lords on Thursday to obtain

assurance to this effect.

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Support For Chinese Currency

FUTURE PLANS NEED CAREFUL CONSIDERATION LONDON, Aug. 1 (Reuter)- With reference to the "Finan- cial News report on inter- national support for Chinese currency, Renter understands there is good reason to believe that France has already agreed in principle.

Details have not yet been discuSS- ed but the opinion is generally ex- pressed that future plans for sup- port will need most careful co- alderation in the light of the weak- ness in modus operandi of the Stablization Fund as operating hitherto.

Finanelers emphasize that support for Chinese currency cannot be effective unless it is accompanied by strict control of the Chinese note Issue.

It is also suggested that the Stabilization Fund should limit its operations to mercantile transac tions and not sell foreign exchange sgaizist Chinese notes."

- KOWLOON HAWKERS Another question put to" the meeting was by a member resident in Lock Road who asked what was being done regarding complaints and unsanitary about hawkers conditions in certain areas Kowloon.

"AT BALMORAL The King and Queen, accom- panied by the two Princesses, ar- rived at Balmoral yesterday where they are expected to remain until the end of September. reports [Continued on Back Page) Reuter from. London.

They were given an enthusiastic welcome at the station where the King inspected a Guard of Honour from the second battalion Scottish Fusiliers. Their Majesties were met by the Marquess of Aberdeen, The King wore Highland kilt with Balmoral colours.

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PAGE 2-H. K. Rifle Associa

tion annual meeting Lawn tennis. Hon. Mr. B. Caine on Income Tax. PAGE 3-Radio programmes. London Gazette. The Services Airport news, PAGE 5.--Cinemas,

Hungary afraid of Hitler. Turkish resident's message.

PAGE 6 Newsettes. Meri.

Music quickens up work PAGE-7-Trial, of Sub-Insp. KJAEL E. Edwards,

PAGE 8-Leading article:

New Credits for China.

PAGE 10-Urban Council

meeting.

PAGE 11. ----Unique ⠀⠀ feature of Ipoh falz. “Blank Mind” defence. Pool for Party funds urged. PAGES 12 and 13. --Finance

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BEHIND THE BARRIERS

IN TIENTSIN

BRITISH MERCHANTS FACE BLEAK PROSPECTS: BUT

ARE FEW

DEFEATISE

From Our Own Correspondent

TIENTSIN, July 16.—A full month has passed since the barriers were clamped down upon the British, Actually it seems a good deal longer. So much-and in a way so little has happened as to destroy the normal sense of time. The British community, and some of their friends of other nationalities, have ad- justed themselves in the meantime to "new ways of social life:

Palestine Casualties In July

Tientsin has had a stormy) history, and the British were in the thick of all these storms. Our foster-fathers, the pioneers who laid the foundations of the trade of a port which has also been! TOKYO, Aug. 1 (Reuter)-A second only to Shanghai, have| Foregn omce communique states left to us not a little of their that the sub-committee investigat- heritage of courage, calmness, ing the facts regarding the sliver and resource. Only the la- Since the beginning of July question sat for two hours this veterate grousers are heard to persons were killed and 28 in- morning and three hours in the

jured in Jewish and Arab incident afternoon.

grumble.

JERUSALEM, Ang-1 (Reuter)

► A TIGHT SPOT"- bh] This is the lowest number. A report was prepared for sub-

We know we are in a tight spot casualties in any one month since mission to Mr. Kato and Sir Robert in many ways and most of all in the Palestine trouble began, Craigle, British Ambassador.

the economic sense, for that is the The sub-Committee examining the fundamental confict. maintenance of peace and order in Tientsin met this afternoon and completed its report on some of the pending questions.

THE DOLLAR ́ON T.T. LONDON: 13, 2, 19/324.

ON T.T. NEW YORK: 281 From Our Own Correspondent Age London, Aug. 1

• London silver prices to-day were down 1/18 for Forward and un- changed for Spot as follows:

Spot Forward

July 31 Ang.

In economics the mysterious New SERVICE MISSIONS Order descends from the clouds of mysticism to brass tacks,

In that respect, whatever hap- pens in the political sphere, the British merchants face a bleak prospect.

2. We are the next-door neigh- bours to Manchoukuo,” and from the first restised that we. stood in more danger of shar ing the fate of the foreign traders in that territory than anybody.

MEET IN PARIS PARIS, Aug. 1 (Reuter) It learned that the Britian Militar mission to Moscow will arrive here on Wednesday and will tact with the French Thursday. After preg the two delegations Friday for MOSCOW:

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