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CHINESE DIPLOMAT HOPEFUL
Signs Of Poaco A
Year Honce
London, Apr. 24.
Britain
Compulsory Military Service Unlikely
London, Apr. 24.
Preis comments this morning in- dicate that the decision whether military conscription is to be in- troduced in Britain cannot be delay- ed much longer. It is generally be- Heved, however, that there is little chance of such an introduction especially owing to the persistent opposition of the Labour Party.
The papers hint at the strong pres Euro exercised by France and the Brilla Government for speedy In- troduction of military conscription
Mr. Quo Tai-chi, Chinese, Amin Britain and point out the good Im- basander, speaking at
meeting of pression such a British step would the Manchester China Relief Com←
In the smaller European coun- another tries.
make mitice, thought that in
whether there year'a time,
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The Dalip Telegraph states that International war er not, we shall
arc in several Cabinet members seo signa of n peaceful settlement.
for favour of forced service
able The Influences contributing therelo
bodled men between 10 and 20.- that the were the heartening fact
Trans-Ocean. European nations were at Inst be-
tu ginning resist aggression, no indicated by Mr. Franklin Roosevelt sending the American fleet to the Pacific and Mr. Neville Chamberlain's promisc that China will be kept in mind in forming
combination of also countries to resist aggression, that the Japanese people, against quarrel, were whom Chinn had no beginning to get war-weary. The Japanese militarists, however, would
KING'S THANKS
London, Apr. 24. Lord Munsten speaking to 2,000 national service recruits said that he has been commanded by His Majesty the King to say how greatly he ap- preciates the patriotle service they were rendering.
Tuesday,
Assault In Wanchai
HONGKONG - TELEGRAPH
Some exellament was caused
at tiflis timo yesterday when a young Chinese was unddenly wel upon by six
persons on Hennessy Road near Tin Lok Lane.
The Incident was witnessed by many pedestrians, a number of whom allempted to arrest the, asaltants, who, however managtil to escape,
The victim, Lai Kwo-wal, 24, was subsequently taken to the Queen Mary Hosplial by the Fire Brigade Ambulance, withi injuries to the body. IIo was, however, not detained,
The notive of the attack is. not known.
Yugo-Slovia And
The Axis
M.
Marcovic Going To Berlin
Parts, Apr, 23.
to
Shanghai
BRITON'S FACE IS SLAPPED
Shanghal, Apr. 24.
4o
April 25, 1939.
Shanghai Suicide
Shanghai, Apr. 24. American businessma22. Br. J. Rosenfeld, committed #aloldo here to-day in his office, with Shanghal Volunteer Corpa service revolver,
Lie left a note explaining that the mativo wid "Inancial troubles." It is understood that ho was particularly depressed over his for business which faced bankruptcy because the Japanesa hare taken over con- trol of the northern für sources. He is survived by his wife and child,United Press.
It is understood from a reliable source that a Japanese navy man slapped the British Assistant Com- missioner of the Municipal Police Mr. A. D. Samson, in the course of an argument at the General Hospital following a Japanese bus and meter car collision in which Mr. Betram Lille, a Britisher and Principal of the Lester School who had returned from England to-day, was killed, and China Mrs. Lille and a British sergeant of the Municipal Police, R. J. Wimselt, were seriously injured.-United Press
|Mystifying Movements
Of Ambassador
Chamberlain To Make A Statement
London, Apr. 24.
not give up their designa of conquest national service recruits. It is in- upprochem a new agreement for tive departure for Berlin yesterday.
The Football Association are to ask all the 210 clubs in membership to play their part in the new drive for yet. Meantime Die Chinese people tended that players should join terri- would carry on the fight with re-torial units as clubs so that they doubled energy,
can remain together for training. Reuter's Dulletin.
Mr. Gordon Thompson, Secretary of the British China Relief Fund, snid that every advance or retreat of the Chinese troops mennt more suffering. His appeal for 50,000 field dressings by the end of April has been already met. Manchester contributed 17,000, He has appealed for another 50,000.
Reuter,
AMBASSADORS' VISIT
London, Apr. 24. Asked by Mr. Gallacher in the Sir of Commons House
whut Robert Craigle and Str Archi-
bald Clark Kerr discussed in their recent meeting in Shanghal Mr. R. Butler sold that Sir Robert the trip with the Craiglo made
taking a short primary object of
He took the period of local leave. opportunity of comparing notes on a number of matters of common in- terst with Sir Archibald Clark Kerr, routine visits to the headquartera of the Government to which he is ac- credited. No special significance need be attached to this.
YUGO-SLAVIAN VISITOR
Malta, Apr. 24. The 1,210-ton Yugo-Slay destroyer Beograd recently built in France has arrived here on a four-day viali. United Press.
GIBRALTAR CONSERVES
It is announced that the export of
the
FURTHER . LOANS PREDICTED
Chungking, Apr. 24.
Dr. T. J. Orchard, of Columbla University, said that he believed that more British and American loans to Chinn would be made in the fu ture.
He said, "Economists regard these loans as political rather than econo- mic expedients.
am
It is pointed out that Italy is en- deavouring to adjust relations be
amazed at the amount of in- Mr. Neville Chamberlain is expect-dustrial activity in Western China." tween Hungary and Yugo-Slavia and,ed to make a statement in the Com- following the Venice conversations,
He said that he believed that Chi- the Yugo-Slavian Foreign. Minister, mons to-day on Sir Nevile Hender-
neso economists recognise that the son's unheralded and almost secre- will Marcovic,
economic proceed
development of the west was a "war stondustries
and when the It is understood that the Budapest to sig
departure hostilities ended
would was the result of Important discus-move back to the coast and to other sions the Ambassador had with Mr. areas where transportation was more Chamberlain and Lord Halifax in the past 48 hours.
cosy and where there was a greater The impression in political circles supply of raw materials available.
He said that he did not belleve Instructions and may return. to Lon- don aguin
great economic centre. after Hitler's speech in the Reichstag, will
to report to the Cabinet The Ambassador's mysifying de- parture threatened this morning to overshadow M. Gafencu's conversa- tions with Lord Hallfax. While his
Foreign Ministers at Venice is that Sir Nevlle left with special thot Western China would ever be a
with
lun- Government. French circles
that Yugo- confirm garlan
to the
on!!- Slavia's adhesion Comintern pact has been discussed between the Italian and Yugo Slavian
Prince Paul, the Prince Regent of Yugo-Slavia, will pay an official visit to Home at the end of May.- Domel,
TRIUMPH FOR AXIS
Berlin, Apr. 24. results of the Italo-Yugo-
The
in
trial
he continued, "China have a greater indus-
after the war enda sa a result of this construction."
If China maintains her sovereignty he said,
this will result in a demand
of the past few months nevertheless machinery and heavy goods.
certain foodstuffs has been prohibit-Slav talks at Venice are viewed 'return will be found to be fully, for foreign capital in the form of
line with the Government's policy except under here as a triumphs for the Axis
powera, and a further success in their campaign to shutter the policy of encirclement.
ed in Gibraltar licence.
The object of the prohibition is to ensure that a sufficient reserve of stocks of all essential foodstuffs will the Le available at all times, Controller of Supplies will determine.
Reuter.
AMERICAN'S VIEW
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Chungking, Apr. 24. Doctor T. J. Orchard, Professor of Economic Geography at Columbla University, now visiting Chungking, in an interview with United Press stated, Feverish, activity is going on la Malaya and the Straits Settle- tive war in Europe, which will pro- bably result in Japanese aggression
this area,"
Berlin morning papers carry head- lines "Encirciement Agitators Turned Down. Intervention Efforts Fail" United Press.
Reich Diplomacy
Berlin, Apr. 24. A second dose of "axis persuasion" is in store for M. Markovic, Yugo- Slav Foreign Minister, when he arrives on April 20. Omcial circles evidently place great hopes on the visit.
it is recalled that only last week was it authoritatively stated that Sir Nevile would not return to Berlin- United Press.
The
DECREASED TENSION
Paris, Apr. 24.
Dr. Orchard stated that American
capitalists would certainly be willing
supply these goods.
to
told
Informed circles putaide China had Dr. Orchard that Britain was making an effort to mediate in the war at present and there were some news that Slr Novile circles that feared that Britain might Henderson has returned to his sacrince China's interests in an effort post In Berlin has made
protect Hongkong, Singapore most profound impression in French to maintain her own interests and political circles, and is regarded us
Burma. confirmation of the increasing re- What I have learned here," con luxation of international tension.
cluded
Dr. Orchard, indicates that Whether the French Ambassador, China at present is unwilling to M. Robert Coulondre, will now remediate on these terms. -Trans-Ocean.
Mr. Gallacher asked if Mr. Buller ments in preparation for a prospec- that Germany's programme is to turn to Berlin is difficult to ascertain.
WDS
prepared to make a statement regarding support for the herole Chinese who are repelling the Japan- ese and Mr. Butler replied that the general attitude of the Government
known, is well on this matter Reuter.
Japan
Festival Of The Black Ship
Tokyo, Apr. 24. With thousands of prominent Ja- panese and American citizens in at- tendance, together with 20 officers and men from the American cruiser Astori, the "Black Ship Festival was held this afternoon at Shimoda, Shizuoka Prefecture, in celebration of the coming of Commodore Mal- thew C. Perry to Japan in 1853.
An address from the Foreign Minis-
Dr. Orchard said that all able bodied men had been formed Into a and were drilling protective corps strenuously. There were also plans for immediate evacuation of all wo- men and children to Australia.
"Hawever," he added, "the men are prepared to fight to preserve their plantations and - homes."-United
Press
SINGAPORE GIFT
Singapore, Apr. 24. The Legislative Council approved of the gift of £1,000,000 for Imperial defence. This is in addition to the usual contribution of £760,000. The Governor expressed the appreciation
of
|
Little secret is made of the fact increase intimacy with the Balkan countries, taking the form of an "anti-cncirclement bloc."
While political quarters have little doubt about the participation of
and Hungary,
even Bulgaria, a special effort is being made to bring proba Slavia.
in
FRENCH PRESSURE
Paris, Apr. 24. The
question of introduction of conscription in Britain, M. Gafencu's visit to London, and the Anglo Soviet conversations occupy the at- tention of the press,
and
Dr. Orchard said that Britain will carefully watch the diplomatie steps with regard to the Far East, because she does not want to antagonise the American pro-British public, which would not stand for a "sell-out" of China.
Dr. Orchard is considered one of The Nazis will
America's authorities on Far Eastern tell M. Markovic that Ger- "The hour to introduce conscrip- economics and he is the author of many
· τίνες full support to whatever
tion to Britain has come," declares several books on Far Eastern ques- Italy chooses to regard as her living Pertinax in L'Ordre, while Dormes- tiona, After visiting Kunming, Hal- space in the Adriatle. They may son writes in Figaro, "Undoubtedly pho
phong, Hongkong and Shanghai, he also raise the question of German there is no more important question plans to go to North Chinu, Man- minorities in Tuge-Slavia and Creat on which to
derision." Le opposition, in a form which would four states that the time has surely churia and Japan to study economic qucations in those areas.--United inevitably remind M. Markovle of arrived for Britain to build up an
Press. the peculiar similarities between army
personnel capable of doing Yugo-Slavia and the former Czecho-justice to her magnificent war mate-. Slovakia.
rial.
take n
Yugo-Slav circles here anticipate "Both Pertinax and Kérülis (Iri of the British Government, and said that M. Markovic will do his best to L'Epoque) stress the importance of that
the Commander-in-Chief
maintain a neutral and non-commital, the talles with Russia. Karillis writes Malaya would recommend that the attitude.-Reuter. money be spent on the local volun- teer defence force.
The food control bill was also read | Rumania a second time.-Reuter's Bulletin.
NEW ZEALAND
Wellington, Apr. 24.
Mr. Savage, Premier of New Zealand, in an interview, hinted that a force of 50,000 may be required for New Zealand defences.
Mr. Savage declared that the Arst thing we have to do in order to help Britain is to help ourselves."
ter, Mr. Hachiro Arita, was read by Tir Government, he said, is deter-
the Parliamentary Foreign Vice-mined to do its part as a unit in the Minister, Mr.
Shimizu, Tomesaburo The address reads: "To-day we are
gathered at the port of Shimoda, a
place closely
bound with Japan's
of aLake Special,
foreign relations at the dawn of her Germany modern history, to fittingly observe
the Black Ship Festival.
tion that
a deep sense of admiro- that we recall the great service rendered by many of our forbeara and by Commodore Matthew Perry and the Consul-General Mr. Town-
Harris. Their noteworthy con- tions will long tributions
send
the
ase
of
fresh In Japanese people. memory of tho Thanks to the foresight and cour- our leaders during the closing
the
Empire. Reuter
HITLER'S "NO" TO ROOSEVELT
Berlin, Apr, 24. the days of
Tokugawa Shogunate, The press forecast that Hitler's Japan was able to pursue the right course and open her doors to foreign speech in the Reichstag on Eriday would refect President Roosevelt's despite the grave diplo proposals. "We intercourse
need no mediator matic situation and the clamorous and definitely not this one," says one
that time. of
paper-Reuter Bulletin.
REPLY BY EGYPT
Cairo, Apr, 24.
LEITH ROSS
MISSION ARRIVES
Bucharest, Apr. 24.
It is believed that the Leith-Ross
that If Britain concludes an alliance with Russia, Hiller will again adopt a wait and see polley.-Rcuter.
JAPAN'S DEAD
Heroes Honoured At Famous Shrine
Australia
Mr. Menzies Chooses His New Cabinet
Melbourne, Apr. 24.
Cabinet in- The new Australian cludes the following:
Premier and Treasurer, Mr. R. D. Menzies;
and Attorney-General Minister for Industry, Mr. W. M. Hughes; Supply and Development, Mr. R. G. Casey: Defence, Brigadier The Leith-Ross mission arrived in
G. A. Street; External Affairs, Sir Bucharest in what observers consider
Tokyo, Apr. 24. Henry Gullett; Interior, Senator H. In serious effort to prevent Rumania falling under Germany's exclusive
With the spirits of 10.389 war S. Foli; Health and Social Services, Stewart; Commerce economic hegemony,
the exten- Sir Frederick They believe heroes enshrined there, that Britain's best chances for succes kuni Shrine to the memory of the
ordinary spring festival of the Yasu- Senator McLeay, Vice-President of Executive Council; Civil Aviation lle in two paths to increase the
and Assistant Defence Minister, Mr. volume of British-Rumanian, trade, officers and men killed in connec
Postmaster-General with the China Affair began V. Fairban probably by subsidies, and to invest tion
and Repatriation Minister, Mr. E. J. in long term Rumunian Industries. | to-day.
Harrison: Customs and Trade, Mr. A ceremony to mark formal open-
J. N. Lawson Reuter. mission goal is to achieve in the ing of the Festival was observed in
The new cabinet has been chosen solemn plinosphere before the economic domain the same infuence
following the appointment of Mr. that Britain gained in the political sanctuary of the Shrine at 8 am. domain by guarantees of Rumania's In the presence of Viscount Arihids Menzies as Prime Minister after the
sudden death of Mr. Joseph Lyons. Chigusa, Master of Ceremonies, act- Independence. Some political quar ters are asking themselves if Britaining as the proxy, of His Majesty, has not arrived too late. United the Emperor, and many high officials of the Government, the Army and Press,
the Navy, Mr. Suzaki, the Chief CONVERSATIONS BEGIN
Priest of the National Shrine, nd- London, Apr. 24. M. Gateneu, Rumanian Foreign vanced prayers before the spirits of
the National heroes. Minister, began his talks this morn-
About 30,000 relatives of the ch ing when he called at the Foreign shrined lined up in the ground in Olice to see Lord Halifax. He will front of the sanctuary. Admirali see Mr. Chamberlain in the House Congo Hyakutake, Chairman of the The Minister was accompanied by Festival Committee, Lieut-General two secretaries, but no commercial Seishiro Itagaki, üle War Minister, end Admiral Milsumasa Yonal, the Is indeed most gratifying to our Gov-enquiry from Germany regarding her
experts.
Trade discussions between Rum-e sacred stand.
Navy Minister, presented gifts, ernment and people that the founda-acntiments on the question
pression, ion of friendly" relations between
Egypt replied that she was not in-anla and Britain, however, will
As members of the bereaved Japan and America, established dur-
families offered their prayers, `mill- ing 1850, is being further strengthen formed of President Roosevelt's begin at Bucharest to-morrow where messago to Iler and Mussolini the Leith-Ross mission is due to-day.
and naval bands played re- at all Police Stations It is not known whether beforehand. amply reflected, I believe, by the great courtesy shown by interested in safeguarding her in-
It was added that while deeply Gafencu will have conversations with quiem masses to close the formal
Mr. Oilver Stanley, Fresident of the ceremonies on the Brat day. America in providing the Americon tegrity she naturally welcomed any
Relatives of the war heroen who Board of Trade. It is understood cruiser Asterin to transport the ashes | undertaking of non-aggression.--- that a formal meeting has not been assembled from all parts of the country to attend the Festival rites, fixed yelRetter,
· Reuter,
LEITH ROSS MISSION re permitted by the Emperor to
visit the Imperial Garden at hin tunity,
London, Apr. 24 -Sir Juku. The first group of 1,300 view of Japan and pay their respects to set by Germany in the questionaire Frederick Left-Ross, heat of ed, the cherry blossoms in full blooms President Franklin Roosevelt, to Cept as those received from other analler anld, fuld that the visit was made la the Garden this afternoon. Richmond K. Turner and to the Towers. She declared that the coun- at the suggestion ot King Carol officers and men of the Astoria, and, try has no fear of a threat from when he invited England recently. at the more time to express on be-Cermany, but said that if a general The object was to increase trade in increase of Rumanian importa into half of my Government an assurance war broke out Norway would feet in both trections Reuter's Dulletin, Britain would not in any way pre- to America of their profound grati-be in danger therefrom-Reuter Bir Frederick added that an Bri- Judico Empire and Dominion trade.
táin is a free country for trade, --Reuter Bulletin, Bulletin, tude."--Domel
a time when the international political situation is more complex
than ever before, and the state of According to the newspaper Al of Commons this afternoon.
AB to call affairs in East Asia Sination, si Ahram, Egypt has
for our increased
edhis
of the late Mr. Hiroshi Salto.
"Avalling myself of this oppor
nity, it is
Is my pleasure to give volca sentiment of the entire people
received an
NORWAY'S REPLY
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of a-
Oslo, Apr. 24.
tury
Domel.
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BISHOP OF LONDON
London, Apr. 24. The King has nominated the Right Rev Geoffrey Francle Fisher, Bishop ot Chester, for election as Bishop of
The reason for this is that the London. In succession to the Fight
Rev. A. P. W. Ingram, who is re ecclesiastical authorities have strong uring Reuter Bulicun.
ly exhorted all those young couples
who were married: at the raffleg
office during the Republicati regte th Madrid, arrangements Have been to go through a church ceremony mada for collective
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