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FRIDAY,

MEANS TO AN END OUR GUIDE

MASTERY OF PACIFIC IS

JAPAN'S ABM

TO THE

London, Aug. 20. CINEMAS

"Japan's declaration of a blockado

AUGUST 27, 1937.

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

SUBSCRIPTIONS TO FUNDS OF ST. JOHN AMBULANCE

The Director of Ambulance ac- knowledges the receipt of the fol- lowing donations:

..... 20.00 Mrs. Geo. Gerrard (Per S. C.

M. Post)

10.00

is further proof that Japan is in the

Special Programme at King's Thea- | Mr. J. Sinith midst of engaging in a large scolo | tre, to-day-Continuing their effort war of aggression, aimed at nothing to raise money for the refugees in short of complete subjugation and the war-stricken Breas of North conquest of China according to plan," | Chinn, the King's Theatre in puting declared Mr. Quo Tai-chi, Chinese on another speelal programme of Ambassador to Britain, interviewed |

by Reuter.

"But the world must realise," he continued, "that Japan's alm in China is merely the meuns to an end. Having gained control over Chinese man-power and resources Japan hopes to establish mastery over the whole Pacific region."

The Ambassador asserted that the Powers appeared either to be in no position to, or they had no desire to defend their own interests and Ill-equipped as China was, she was not only fighting her own balle but that of the Powers directly affected

and tumbl by Japan's lawlessness tion.

favourities to-day. The order in: 2.30 "Love Me For Ever," 6.10 "Flirtation Walk," 7.15 "Mutiny On The Bounty," 9.30 "Roman Scandals,"

"Parole Racket” (Alhambra Thea- trc, to-day)-Prumaile expose of a racket which neeits to defeat justice. Rosalind Competently played by Keith and Paul Kelly, with an ade- quale array of supporting players.

"Love In A Bungalow" (Queen's Theatre, to-day).Kent Taylor and Nan Grey in an hilarious comedy. Romance and laughter vie with ach other to capture the audience's in- terest. Box office receipts are being devoted to the relief of North China refugees.

"Private Detective 62" (Oriental He contended that the Powers, in falling to prevent Japon from using Theatre, to-day).—Pine performance

Settlement the International military, base, had failed to main-by William Powell, the prince of private detectives, with Margaret tain strict neutrality and had failed

Lindsay adding beauty to the scenes.

in their treaty obligations to China.

"Stage Struck" (Majestic Theatre,

Mr. Quo Toi-chl said the present deplorable state of affairs in the Far to-day)-Dick Powell, Joan Blondiell, East was due to the complete break-Franks McHugh, Warren William and a host of other entertainers in a new down of international law and order

ond original back-stage show. and sanctity of treaties, which be- gan with Japan's rape of Manchuria six years ago.-Reuter.

"The Guvnor" (Star Theatre; to day), Versatile George Arliss In a new type of role which he nikes an successful as his historical studies.

tribution to an enjoyable picture.

COMMERCIAL ASPECTS Pleasing too is Gene, Gerrard's con-

Many Manufacturers Suspend Operations

EFFECTS OF BLOCKADE

Shanghal, Aug. 26, (11.15 am.). Textile manufacturing in Shanghai is at a standstill with all Chinese, Japanese and British plants closed. However, the majority of Chinese plants are not planning to move to Hongkong due to the fact that it will be impracticable to machinery which, in many cases, is obsolete.

move

their

The British-owned China Printing and Finishing Company has suspend- ed operations at Pootung.

Jardine Matheson and Company are still shipping silk, despite the fact that their Yangtzepoo factory

is closed.

The Japanese blockcade is likely to affect the Chinese companies doing export

business. However, the majority of owners hope to re-open In Shanghat as soon as the hostilities permit.-United Press.

CANTON PREPARES

Bomb-Proof Shelters to Be

Erected in City

Bomb-prcot dugouts are now being constructed in Canion. Work has also been completed in filling out some places as air raid refuge stations, says the Canton Gazelle,

The temporary suspension of the Junior, middle and elementary schools in Canton has prompted Mr. Liu Sheh-hsin, Director of the Bureau of Social Affairs, to make use of the teachers thus thrown out of employ- inent to organise a Red Cross Corps for the purpose of helping at the trout. The corps will train 400

nurses.

Suspect Detained

4

A Chinese official attached to the Numhoi district ncur Canton has beeri detained on suspicion of being ntraltor.

Removal Of Sliver

Shanghal, Aug. 20. The Japanese Dorel Agency re- ports that Chinese, banks in Canton are removing their coins and silver to Hongkong for precautionary rea- son-United Press.

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entertained at a dinner last night at the Chinese Merchants' Club, China Building, at which means of raising funds were discussed at length, The Board Room of the Bank of Canton will be their headquarters.

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8 A proverbial holiday.

9 The possessor of an historie car,

11 You must make

here.

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12 Inexpressible in rational num-

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10 Not an incisive policy.

17 Price St. (anag),

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whole, fearless.

21 Not one of the world's workers, 23 It this were to acquire 9's lost organ it might become sincere, 24 Track (rev.).

26 Midday after

noon.

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21 Deadlock.

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22 Given in a true Shakespearean

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26 A holy man of India.

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20 Corded cloth.

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