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HONGKONG, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1941.

LORD CHATFIELD WARNS ON THE POSSIBILITIES OF GERMANS MR. CURRIE INCREASING THEIR ATTACKS LEAVES AGAINST GREAT BRITAIN CHUNGKING

LORD CHATFIELD, FORMERLY MINISTER FOR CO-ORDINATION OF DEFENCE, ISSUED A WARNING YESTERDAY TO THE BRITISH PEOPLE ON THE POSSIBILITIES OF THE GERMANS INCREASING THEIR ATTACKS AGAINST ENGLAND, STATES A LONDON MESSAGE.

"We must expect more losses in merchant shipping. They may possibly be alarm- ing at times but you must p it your confidence in the Navy.

"THE GERMAN BROADCASTS ARE ALREADY ATTEMPTING TO SHOW THAT THE BRITISH SHIPPING LOSSES ARE HEAVY BUT THESE REPORTS ARE VERY GREATLY EXAGGERATED."

Another message from London states that it is being suggested to neutral corres- pondents in Berlin that the BALKANS and the MEDITERRANEAN are not considered by the Nazis as the main theatres of war.

Heavy Bombs On Targets Both Sides Of Rhine

COLOGNE, which is of particular importance to the German war production, and which has been ralded 55 times, had its first attack. by British bombers since Dec. 31 on Wednesday night, states'a Lon- don message which adds that the invasion ports were also main tar- gets

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The rald was observed by watchers on the south coast of England who saw big explosions particularly in the direction of Boulogne.

In the sweep on Calais, British bomber and fighter formations met with no opposition from the enemy.

Further details reveal that in the raid on Cologne, heavy bombs were dropped on targets on both sides of the Rh ne Aerodromes in enemy occupied territory in North-West France were also attacked and one pilot reported that he damaged a plane on the ground at each aerodrome he visited.

MATSUOKA TO 'VISIT BERLIN

LONDON, Feb. 27 (BWS)—A re- port from Shanghai that Mr. Mat- suoka is to visit Moscow and Berlin has attracted some attention here. If the report, which there is no reason to doubt, is true. It suggests that Japan is still striving to reach an agreement with Russia.

As for the possible visit of the Japanese Foreign Minister to Ber- Four of our aircraft are missing in, comment is made here that from these operations while two similar visits by other foreign fighters are reported missing from statesmen suggest that the Japan- patrol operations on Wednesdayese are not likely to get the best

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of that argument.

CONSIDERABLE SCALE Enemy air activity over Britain on Wednesday night, states an Air Ministry communique quoted in a London message, was on а COL siderable scale

It was mainly in the southern half of England though no heavy attack developed in any particular area. There were very few casual- ties

The raids began shortly after dusk and lasted until midnight.

Casualties were caused in the London area and in a town 'in South Wales.

An enemy bomber was shot down off the east coast of England yes- terday morning while two were des- troyed on Wednesday night. One.

NEW AIRACOBRA REACHES

620 M.P.H.

BUFFALO, Feb. 27 (Reuter) -The new Airacobra interceptor pursuit plane reached a speed of 620 miles per hour in a rou- tine test flight here recently.

The machine plunged 21.000 feet during the dive.

The previous record for a plane dive was 575 miles per hour, made two years ago in the now obsolete Curtiss Hawk 75,

a Junkers 88 was shot by a squad LEASE AND LEND

ron-leader who saw his bullets striking all along the fuselage at a distance of 200 yards.

CONVOX ATTACKED

A late message from London yesterday stated that R.A.F. planes had carried out a successful attack

BILL PLANS

President Roosevelt has called two conferences to plan for future

action when the Lease and Lend Bill has been passed by Congress states a Sydney, message.,

Mr. Laughlin Currie, President Roosevelt's personal representative. message from according to a Chungking, handed members of the Press, a prepared statement before he left for Hongkong where he was

expected to arrive last night,

Mr. Currie expressed his warm est thanks to. the Chungking authorities for the co-operatofn and help they had given which nad made his task very much easier.

He expressed regret that he was

It was suggested that the not able to visit Shanghai but be

left Chungking with a sure con Germani move in the Balkans adence that China will be able to may only be intended to con- shape ber future destiny and take ceal their plans for an attack her rightful place in the world.-

(Special) on the main front.

This is expressed in a number of broadcasts but it is generally felt in London that attacks on British shipping will not allow the British Government to divert its attention. from the Mediterranean and the Balkans.-(Special)

NEW U.S. ENVOY

TO CHINA

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CANBERRA, Feb. 27 (Reuter)— Confirmation of the appointment of Mr. Clarence Gauss, United STRUGGLE NEAR

States Minister to Australia, 25 German broadcasts while making Ambassador to China, was little mention of Bulgaria, though nounced by the American Legation It is known that preparations are in Canberra today. almost complete for Nazi occupa- Mr. Gausa # leave here for tion, are loudly proclaiming that Sydney early in March and will the beginning of the decisive fitch the first available steamer struggle is near, states a London for New Zealand, from where he message.

will fly to Washington to confer It is believed in London that with officials of the United States. Hitler may well find, much against his own will, that he will have to attempt an invasion of Britain.

An American commentator. broadcasting in Boston, said that there were three courses for Hitler, namely,

Submarine campaign; Air bom- bardment; and an attempt at in- vasion.

PAVE THE WAY Submarine warfare and aerial attacks would have to pave the way for invasion and these plans

Italians Show No Initiative Whatever

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President Roosevelt

A three-foot scroll sent by 200 Chinese students in Shanghai, ex- pressing their gratitude for assistance by American students, was presented to President Roosevelt on May 24, 1940 at the White House. The presentation was made by David Toong, General Sec- retary of the Chinese Students' Christian Association in North America. Picture above shows from left to right: Henry P. Van Dusen, Chairman Far Eastern Student Service Fund, Jack Me- Michael, Chairman, American Youth Congress, President F. D. Roosevelt. David Toong, Executive Chinese Students' Christian Association and Friendly Relations Committee, Hanson Hwang, C.S.C.A. Past President, Tennyson Chang, also C.S.0.A. Past Pre- sident. The map illustrates the migration of universities and students from their original locations to the interior of China.

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DIVE-BOMBING ATTACKS BY SOUTH AFRICAN

AIR FORCE

.. NAIROBI, Feb. 27 (Reuter)- Dive-bombing attacks on Feb. 25 by units of the South African Air Force are 'described in an R. A. F. communique issued here today.

The communique states: "Bomber aircraft of the South African Air Force made a dive-bombing attack on various targets at Lugi Fer- rendi,

"Barracks, a wireless station and mechanical transport were bombed, and also a road construction cap north-west of the village on the road to Dolo.

DIRECT HITS

"Other targets were derodrome buildings and barracks at Mad dera. Direct hits were registered on all these objectives.

"Pilots reported that the ferry at Bardera appeared to be des- troyed and the town deserted. Bombs were dropped on the bar- racks and mechanical transport.

at Isha Baidea and there were direct hits on the barracks.

"On Feb. 22, one of our recon- naissance" aircraft was attacked by two CR 42's (Italian fighting planes, but the planes were driven off"

VICHY MUST TAKE CONSEQUENCES IF REPLY TO FINAL JAPANESE PROPOSALS IS NOT SATISFACTORY

The Japanese Press say that Vichy must take the con- sequences if their reply to the Japanese proposals is not satisfactory, states a London message which adds that the NICHI NICHI in particular has been suggesting that Great | Britain is contemplating some move against Japan in the Far East.

Japan was

"The Nichi Nichi, it is stated, Japan's pact with Germany and is one of the extremist papers Italy was not for the purpose of in Japan, but it is not known spreading the war to the Pacific LONDON, Feb. 27 (British Wire-

for certain whether it is sub-neutral in the European conflict

but to prevent it. were dependent on British forces less) A Greek G.HQ. communique being concentrated on the defences states: "Intense artillery activity sidised by the German Gov-and intended to maintain that of the Island and being quiescent the various areas of the front ernment (Special).

neutrality-(Special) elsewhere.

Two enemy aircraft were shot It is understood that the French A German station called the down by AA. fire and another two | Ambassador has conferred with "New British Broadcasting Station," sustained apparent damage."

LEGLESS PILOT Mr. Matsuoka, Japanese Foreign told any Britons, who may have The Athens Radlo, in a review Minister, and handed him the

INVESTED been listening that the Axis re- of recent operations, stated: "The Vichy Government's reply to what garded the Mediterranean opera- Italians have shown no initiative the Japanese term their "anal pro- tions as a diversion from the main whatever either on land or in the posäls" for settling the border dis-: theatre of war and urged the Royal air. Plancs have kept well out of pute between Thailand and Indo- Navy to keep around Britain and sight everywhere.

China, says Reuter. the whole of the Royal Air Force

"Allied superiority" in the air is

to get ready to defend (Special)dally, becoming more evident."

SOMEWHAT CONFUSED

NEW YORK, Feb. 27 (Reüter)—–

Hitler's threat of an intensified i No Black-out

Tonight

There will be no black-out to:

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AUSTRALIAN INTEREST There is a great deal of interest Australia In the report that Japan is taking a firm stand with regard to the proposals she had made to Indo-China which she re- gards as final, states a message from Sydney.

According to a report received from Singapore everyope in Ma

body expects it.

war at sea is regarded by some New York papers as merely an- other contribution to the war of nerves, and the R.A.F.'s bombard- ment of Brest strengthens the be-

lef that the British would not let night. Hitler obtain the initiative in sub- The Royal Observatory has raya is prepared for war but no- marine war.

formed the ARP. authorities that The present state of American foggy conditions are likely to con- opinion on the question of giving tinue for some time and, therefore, Britain more aid at sea is some- what confused.

on a convoy of Italian supply ships A London message adds that Arthur Krock, Washington cor- two miles off Valona harbour. Mr. Roosevelt on Wednesday saw respondent of the NEW YORK The R:A.F. also made ralds on Mr. Cordell Hull and defence TIMES, declares responsible, quar- Tepelini and machine gunned chiefs and then administration ters in the capital are now pre- enemy headquarters.--(Special) leaders-(Special)

Today's News Summary

DURING THE LAST FEW DAYS

the Italians have suffered

heavy reverses in all theatres of war in the Mediterranean and Somaliland, and Kismayu, Africa. Mogadishu, capital of Italian both of which are in British hands, are the only workable ports and are now closed to enemy faiders.

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IN A WARNING ON THE possibilities of Germany Increasing her attacks against Britain, Lord Chatfield, former Cabinet Minis- ter, told the British people that they must put their confidence in the Royal Navy.?

IF THE FRENCH REPLY to the Onal Japanese proposals for settlement of the Thai dispute is not satisfactory, Vichy, according to the Japanese Press, must take the consequences.

FOOD SHORTAGE IS STATED to be one of the main reasons for an attempt at revolt in Italy which, it is predicted will take place soon, unless Germany takes over complete control.

ENEMY AIR ACTIVITY OVER Britain on Wednesday night was

of a considerable scale. Meanwhile, British bombers raided Cologne. for the 58th time and the rald was described as successful,

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pared to furnish protection tor convoys if needed, but Admiral Stark, Chlef of Naval operationsPage interviewed yesterday, declared his opposition to the transfer of fur- ther American destroyers, and at the same time officials of the Maritime Commission were quoted as saying the United States could not spare merchant ships for Britain,

As the Senate debate on the Lease and Lend B draws" to a close, non-interventionist papers are resorting to extreme propa- ganda tactics against the measure, and the New York Daily News goes so far as to prophesy a revolution in 'America after the war, if the country should enter the conflict, but indications are that the B still commands a substantial »ma- jority in the Senate..

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It is added, however, that it is

no longer correct to call Binge-

pore the Gibraltar of the East for Singapore is a greater fortress to- day than Gibraltar ever was or can ever hope to be.

FIRM STAND

The firm stand which has been taken by Indo-China, the Dutch East Indles and Singapore kas left no doubt of their intention to. resist aggression.

Mr.

LONDON, Feb. 27 (British Wireless) Squadron Leader Bader, the legless pilot, wis decorated by the King with the D.S.O. and D.F.C. at a re- cent investiture.

Bader overcame the difficul- ties of the loss of both legs to such a degree that he has led his squadron in many fights with Nazi airmen during the past year. *

Japanese Residents To Leave Indo-China

- TOKYO, Feb. 27 (Reuter)—The Japanese Onvernment has ordered the immediate evacuation of Jap- anese residents from Indo-China, according to semi-official Japanese reports which add that the success OT

fallure of the Franco-Thai peace conference will be determin- able within the next 48 hours with the present indications not too optimistic.

It is understood" that "the action 1s a precautionary measure in order to enable the Japanese Govern- ment to adopt fúll freedom of ac- tion in the event the conference fails.

Germans Attack New Vichy Cabinet

THE NEW VICHY CABINET HAS ALREADY BEEN ATTACKED BY THE GERMANS PARTICULARLY BY THE FEESS AND RADIO, states a message from Sydney.

One statement expressed dissatisfaction with two members of the Government and demanded that they should be dismissed as there could be no hope of agreement while thsee two members remained.

In the meantime, the Consul,

The Sydney message added that General for Japan in Australia, there is a growing feeling in Akiyama, stated yesterday Francs to the principles of the that his country wanted only the Free French movement. closest and most cordial relations

disaster The temporary

to

"Fear need not replace friend France cannot justify any attack ship," he said, "and it is so easy by Item nowers on her integrity for a gulf to be built round mis- and indepenence. understanding," he said.

with Australia. morale collapsed; French Empire to carry on the war: US. in no 1- minent danger of invasion; No fortification of Tangler assured.

America will inevitably de-

Mr Akiyama added that he had, read reports that France had re-

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Any garrender confronted to by

MR. WINANT ON WAY TO POST

Mr. John B. Winant, the new.. United States Ambassador to Bri-

tain, left New York by Clipper yesterday, states a London mes-

sage.

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Prior to leaving he said that he Roosevelt were and President

ald to Britain Everything now Jected the Japanese proposals for the Vichy Government would be agreed on the policy of American a settlement of the dispute with considered null and vold party depended on, what the American Bank Thailand but he added that he/cularly so far, as it applied to people did to make that aid

clare war on Axis; Crimin- al Sessions.

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Soviet-Nippon agreement. 10Finance and commerce.

had Information from Tokyo

Indo-China,

effective.

which categorically denied these Free France will not consider as "We know what Britain is doing allegations and stated that nego- | justified any concessions made by today in under Mr. Churchill's tiationi“ were proceeding most Vichy as the result of force or leadership," said Mr. Winant- satisfactorily.

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