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Steel Orders For Britain'

London, May 10. A British firm has received an order for £1,000,000 of steel for acroplane hangars in Coy- Ion.

The Royal Mail Steamship Company has placed an order for four cargo steamers of about 8,000 tons for the South American run with Harland and Wolfe of Belfart-Reuter Dulletin.

Russia Turns Down

Proposal

France Not Worried By Hitch

Staff discussions detalls of military pact;

Kulangsu

JOINT PROTEST LODGED

Amoy, May 10. It is revealed that the British, American and French Consuls at Kulungsu lodged a Jolni protest with the Japanese Consul-General regard- ing the action taken by the Japancso naval forces in connection with the altuck by unidentified Chinicae on Mr. Hung Lich-hsua-Domes.

LONDON COMMENT

London, May, 10. The omelal report of the Japanese demands in Kulangsu received in London is substantially as published and plainly would reduce the Ku- langau Council to C Japanese machine if the demands are granted. 11 fa understood that the Chair- man of the Kulangsu Council is ex- peeled reply to the Japanese that he must refer the demands to the treaty Powers. Japan will be in- formed that Great Britain cannot condone forcible interference in Ku- Inngsu's administration.

The question of landing British bluejackets in Kulangsu, which was strongly pressed privately on Gov- ernment by Influential members of the House of Commons as a practi-

Wednesday,

HONGKONG TELEGRAPH

"Fork Out Our Colonies"

Is German Demand

Vienna, May 10.

Under the slogan:“heraus mit unseren kolonien” „(fork out our colonics), three days of Intenso colonial activity begin here fo-day with a meeting of the Reich Colonial Congress, in which 30,000 people are participating, including many former colonial governors, adminis- trators and contingents from overseas.

A feature of to-morrow's programme is the celebration of the golden jubilee of colonial troops of German East and German South- west Africa.

To-day the streets of Vienna are full of men of 50 and over wear- ing the once familiar khaki and the enormous pinned up sombreros of the former colonial troops, and, as a background to the decorations in front of the Rathana where the congress meeting is held, is AD enormous black map of Africa-Reutor.

King Zog Protosts

Vienna, May 10. King Zer of Albania has addressed Teller to the Leaguo Secretarial protesting against the Italian occupation of his country, It is stated, however, that the letter formulates no precise demands. King Zog's nephew, Prince ilussein, who is now in Geneva, has

·been received by the Becratary-General of the League, M. Joseph Avenol, according to an announcement made here to-day--Trans- Ocean.

CHIANG KAI-SHEK'S APPEAL TO AVENGE AIR RAID MASSACRES

CHUNGKING, May 16. GENERAL Chiang Kai-shek has issued a call to the people of the nation to avenge the Juponese air massacres.

The General revealed that in the first two weeks of the month, the Japanese air force has conducted no less than 50 raids on congested re- sidential districts of Chinese clifes. In Chungking alone, deaths and in- juries were counted by the thousands,

In addition to Foochow, Slan, Lo-

! demonstration of Britain's close interest in the crisis, is now being considered. The decision may, awalt trom Admiral Sir Percy ⚫ report Noble

It is pointed out in London that London, May 0.

with It.M.S. Birmingham and Scout The Soviet counter-proposals, according to London political circles, now in Amoy, he has ample men for reiterate in detail the former pro-an effective landing party. It is not yang, Siangyang, Fancheng and vari- Improbable that the Government willous points on the Hunan, Hupeh, and posals; namely:

The conclusion of a mutual assis-request the Admiral to remain in Xiangst fronts, which were subject- tance pact between Russia, France Amoy for some days.

ed to repeated air attacks, the Japan- Lord Halifax and Mr. R. A. and Britain;

ese air raids have been extended to discussed the Kulungsu Chuanchow, to agree on the Butler

Hituation at length yesterday.

Changting, Klungshan, Shlukwan, Changchow, Tungan, Swa- The Baltic border States must join Great Britain will firmly resist the Yuanling, Hanchung and other cities It is learned there is no doubt that tow, Ningpe, Kinhwa, Hengyang, a frontier guarantee because other-i wise that section of the Sortet fron-Japanese demands. It is confident- tier is unprotected against an attack.ly felt that the United States will

It is believed in London that the take the same stand.

The newspapers continue to re- discussions with Moscow will be dis-

developments. The Well-informed London sources hope Manchester Guardian, emphasising continued until the Geneva meeting. port fully the Was Lord Halifax, and especially exitional Sellement at Shanghai.

the same as that of the In- M. Bonnet, will succeed at Geneva to The Japanese occupation," reach a compromise.

says The foreign political debate in the the paper, and the far reaching Ja- House of Commons on Friday aimspanese demands are therefore a test French and Americon at emphasising the altitude of the of British, Liberal opposition before the British policy. If the great democracies public on the eve of Lord Halifax's show any weakness, the Japanese departure for Geneva,-Trans-Ocean. are almost certain to apply the same

REPLY EXPECTED SOON

London, May 16,

methods to Shanghat.

"Since that would inevitably cause a grave crisis, it is better to take a Arm stand at Kulangsu. For this It is understood that the British reason it is good to hear that both reply to the latest Russian note will Britain and America have protested probably be sent to Moscow before against the Japanese uction and have the Geneva meeting The Russian sent their naval commanders-in- proposals are being carefully examin-chief of the China Station to Amoy. ed in London--Reuter.

"In this, as in all Far Eastern questions, the best hope lies in firm and united action by Britain and Aincrea.”—Reuter.

MAISKY FOR CENEVA

Geneva, May 16.

It is understood thal M. Molotov has appointed the Ambassador to London, M. Ivan Moinity, to represent the Soviet at the League meeting. It had been expected that M. Potem- kin would be selected and that he discussions with Lord would have

Halifax and M. Bonnet at Geneva.- Router.

FRANCE UFWORRIED

Paris, May 10. The rejection by Moscow of the British proposals is not commented

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Trade Unions Back British Re-Armament

London, May 10. The General Council of the British

and towns throughout the country.

Discounting Japanese

to

claims that

AMERICA WELCOMES

THE KING

May 17, 1939.

NEW BANK OPENS IN SHANGHAI

Shanghai, May 10.

The Hua Haing Commercial Bank, chartered by the Reformed Govern- ment, was opened to business to- day. The Nanking Branch will be opened on May 20,-

Supported by six leading Japanese banks, the new bank proposes to ad- Just and control the Anancial situa- tion in Central China. It is under- stood that foreign bank including the

National City Bank of New and the Chase Bank, the Hong- kong and Shanghai Banking Cor- poration,

the Chartered Bank of india, Australia and China, and the Mercantile Bank of India have not yet manifested their attitude toward the

new institution.

In a statement issued, Mr. Takeshi Washlo,

hlo, Vice-President of the Bank emphasised that the aims of the new bank were to stabilise the financial situation in Central China and 10 ease the credits situation, especially In relation to foreign commerce,

The notes issued by the Hua Hsing Bank are not designed to defeat the legal tender of the Kuomintang Government but will be clrculated side by side with the old currency.

The Hua Haing notes will be ex- changed for the old legal tender at par, while they will be freely con- vertel Into foreign currency.- Domel.

CHINA NOT-AFFECTED

Chungking, May 16. Confidence that the Chinese cur- rency structure in central China would not be undermined by the Japanese intention of issuing notes through the so-called Hua Hing Commercial Bank was expressed by a Chinese currency expert.

He pointed out that backed up by the Chinese legul strong reserves, Itender had stood the test of war for the past 22 months and the people

act strong confidence.

Firet

Against this sound Chinese cur- New York, May 10. rency structure, the Japanese attempt their air force confine its activities American continent and next month serves for the purpose of purchasing Welcoming Their Majesties to the to issue notes without adequate re- Chiong said that the objective of the to the United States, the Herald Chinese products and then selling

military catablishments, General Japanese mass bombing is tirecfold: Tribune writes that the Royal visit them for Chinese legal tender notes to demoralise the Chinese people and gisters a vast and slow change in to be converted into foreign exchange their spirit of resistance; to reduce the functions of British royalty. The was

doomed to fallure. Chinese productive capacity; and to pageant. The King would not come measures for their circulation

is more visit is

than a mere ceremonial He believed that despite compulsory disturb Chinese social peace and or if he did not feel that by so doing Chinese and foreign merchants in

he would promote ties of

of goodwill. central China would reject the Itealizing that the basis of China's common interest and friendly feel- bogus noter, which would meet the national salvation lies in her entire ing between the Empire and the same fate as the notes issued by the

In sending her King, "Federal Reserve Banic" Americas. Great Britain makes a supreme ges-China-Central News. ture of regard and fellowship which Americans will not fall to understand and appreciate.-Reuter.

der in the reae.

people, the aim of the Japanese mili- tarists is to sop and weaken the Chinese race by inflicting large nun- heaviest concentrations ber casualties where there are the of civilian populace, the General said.

Describing the Japanese massacre as an atrocity unprecedented in the annals of mankind," General Chlang

out that all pointed

theae crimes have come to naught, as Chinese calm and equaniminity, stiffened by almost two years' hardships of the war, refused to be disturbed.

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in north

Manchukuo Plan

WELCOME ARRANGEMENTS Ottawa, May 16. The Fremler of Canada, Mr. Mac- Kenzie-King, and all members of the Canadiari Cabinet are leaving Ottewn to-day for Quebec to welcome the King and Queen when they arrive Rehabilitatior To Cost to-morrow.

Yuan 1,000,000,000

Provisional ceremonics at Quebec

The General revealed that through will be carried out as originally the strenuous efforts of government, planned, except that they will be measures are being completed against two days late. enemy air bombardment. In future, not only will continuous Japanese air raids hold no horror for the people, but they will be made as wasteful as possible for the Japanese.

General Chiang then proceeded to

Their Majesties arrive at Ottawa on Friday at 11 am. There will be procession to Government House and a visit to the House of Parla- ment.

papers this morning, most of which for a session in London next Friday must be observed by the people to morning, Then the Queen will lay

on to any extent by the French

the London and

merely report Moscow statements.

Russia's categorical demand for a military alliance and mutual guaran- tee pact has failed to make a deep ompression In French political circles, since it is pointed out that the Soviet Union is highly interested in the rapid conclusion of an agreement which will afford a more effective guaran- tee of Poland and Rumania,

Excelsior atates that the French

Trades Unions has been convoked for passing resolutions concering co-operation of labour unions in the execution of the re-armament pro- Kramme of the Government.

Commenting on the convocation of the General Counell, the papers this morning point out that in trade union quarters the view is gaining more and more ground that the unions must facilitate the rearmament endeavours of the Government, even if this means that some principles of the unionists must be temporarily aban- doned.

Government has a compromise pro- posal already prepared and will pre- duce it in the event of negotiations trade union secretaries, the General In a confidential circular letter to between Britsin and Russia falling Council gave instructions through. It is intimated

to cease propaganda against and to co-operate

that this protesis and proposal may be submitted during national service the Geneva conferences with Moscow with the Government departments.- delegates ans-Ocean.

Trans-Occan. FRENCH MEDATION SUGGESTER

Purls, May 10,

FAY TO BE 182. DAILY

London, May 10. Supplementary estimates totalling £3,500,000 for the purchase of mer- chant ships and reserve form equip ment for emergency were submitted to Parliament to-day,

That the French Government may be asked to mediate between London and Moscow is considered likely in political circles, on the strength of despatches from London, which in- dicate that a dendfock has been spent buying ships, £100,000 allotted pent buying of 2,010000 will be reached in the Anglo-Rusalan nego- for fiations in consequence of the Soviet equipment will be allotted £1,500,- upkeep. and reserve .Intr Government's reply to the latest 600. British proposals.

The Board of Trade will be It is expected that Lord Halifax, authorised to buy and sell ships, British Foreign Secretary, who will while the Ministry of Agriculture pass through Parls on his way to will place orders for machinery to Geneva next Saturday, will take the develop the land. opportunity to discuss the possibility af such mediation with M. Daladier, French Premier, and M. Bonner, French Foreign Minister.-Trans- Ocean.

mind

stress three important points which counteract the Japanese alms:

The truth must be haminered into everyone's

that unless the Chinese people

their mili- strengthen tary force and wags the war to the bitter end, they will be doomed to annihilation by the Japanese, it be- hoves every one of the people. to stiffen ins will to resist;

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Hainking, May 16. The Manchukuo Government to- day

announced A three-year Rehabilitation "Northern Frontier Plan" designed to develop the fron- tler districts at a cost of Yuan 1,000,- 000,000,

A statement fasued by the Govern- ment says that the plan which will Trooping of The Colours in the

On Saturday there will be sebe carried out in conjunction with the five-year industrial development programme and the plan for perfec- tion of national the foundation stone of the new

defence, provides for: Supreme Court.

In the afternoon Their Majesties communication.

(1) Replenishment of means will attend a garden party and in

(2) Railways and other transport the evening there will be n Parlia-facilities to be constructed at a total mentory dinner.

cost of Yuan 600,000,000.

On Sunday Their Majesties will un- vell the National Memorial.

The importance of the decentraliso- tion of urban population and the proceed to Kingston, Ontario,

On Monday Their Majesties will development of rural

productive

It was originally planned that they economy must be clearly recognised; should stay one day in the town, While decentralisation is being but now they will drive through the must be strengthened-Central News. pushed, urban and rural organisation city only-Reuter Bulletin.

AVENGE HUMILIATION

Chungking, May 10. "I believe," said Marshel Chiang, "that the people will forever re- member the Japanese brutality and the invaders are annihilated and the will forever remind posterity, untli

deaths of their unfortunate brethren are avenged."

Elk Raid Dairies employ any man who has been under being encircled.

war

War Graves

Three Nations Work For Noble End

London, May 16,

to

of

(3) The existing 6,800 kilometres of roads to be improved and 7,000 kilometres of extensions of motor- roads and highways to be built.

(4) Electric commimication lines be replenished by installing cables. Extensions of telephone lines total about 40,000 kilom, tres.

(5) Radio stations accompanied with 50 radio towers and 3,000 re- ceiving sets to be established.

6) Three hundred post-offices to be set up.

(7) Government-managed дего- dronics and other aviation facilities. (8) Institution of flood prevention works and development of water- ways and shipping trame.

Settlements

is to be

As for cultural developments and The General enjoined evacuees to

The Prime Minister in a letter to city planning, about 30 new power observe the rules of the Government, Sir Fabian Ware, Vice-Chairman of generation plants are to be establisch- skill should assist in development. pointing out that those possessing the Imperial War Graves Commised at u cost of Yuan 100,000,000 with

view to sion, says, "The work of the Com- ja

electrifying remoter resistance on all fronts, both before tople in Germany, France and the stalled at a cost of shamenis and

He outlined the continued Chinese mitice has brought, and will continue villages.

bring, comfort to millions

to' be in- of Water supply systems and at the back

ines.

of the Japanese

British Empire who still mourn while public establishments "Henceforth," he said, "uttack, de- their dead. I should ke fence, occupation and abandonment this opportunity of thanking the improved at a cost of Yuan 6,000,000. to take streets in towns and cities are to be

of important cities and towns in the French and German Governments

IMMIGRATION PLAN fallen areas will rest in our hands." through your French and German

for Japanese im- It is announced the new militiamen during their six

that payment of He said, "Such a miracle has never Colleagues on the Committee for migrants will be established in the months of training will be 18d. dally,

been witnessed in any

of their perfect sympathy and the un- truïtuer districts. A soil conservancy

with which they have plan for the immigration national liberation in history. The failing tact instead of one shilling as previously Japanese have been sucked deep into aliowed us to honour in our own carried out at a cost of Yuan 12,500,- announced.

Legislation

the mire and are not only under our British way our dead who lie burled | 000. An expenditure of Yuan 1,000,- will be passed by constant hammer blows, but they are in their lands." which any employers refusing to re-

000 is to be made during the current Lord Trenchard, welcoming dele-year for fostering labour In the training must give 12 weeks' wages

"The danger facing us is hardly gates.to the annual meeting, referred northern frontier. Corwin Hot Springs, Mont

and he will be liable to a fine of £50. rarely been seen in military history.".mission.

realised by the world. This also hos to the 20 years' work of the Com- Some 370,000 hectares of land are With winter ranges rather bare-Reuter Bulletin.

to be reclaimed for agricultural this year, at least one elk calf in this MALAYA STUDENTS EXEMPTED

Predicting China's ultimate victory, "We have not fenced off our dead developments. Rationalization of vicinity has solved the problem, of a

Marshal Chiang said, "The Japanese of the Great War by frontiers, we ngricultural methods and develop- It is officially confirmed, according have always boasted to the world live not carried out our national ment of agricultural co-operatives livelihood by beating the ranch mil-to the Singapore Free Press London about how well trained their army Is, duties of remembrance and honour are to be made. Production of daily ker to the milk cow. The milker correspondent, that Malayan and but its record is known to the world, in jealous Isolation, we have worked necessaries to be increased. arrives only to find that the cow has other colonial students temporarily once we started resisting. Japan kas together and learned from each already been milked, and the elk calf resident in Britain will be exempted 2,000 planes, which is 2 meagre other," he said. at n safe distance,

This lesson surely holds good in ""Granted that plones could be wider spheres. Each nation, while used to their fullest extent, they living its own intense national life, could merely overrun 2,000 country is, as we have ourselves been led to seats, but could not destroy 9,000,000 understand, linked to others ties Bonded houses are to be establish- hat the sword has been unable to ed at Mutanchiang, Chiamussu* nad villages,"

Outlining the Inhuman acts of sever. To use theso. links is our other places with a view to facilitat Japan, he said. "These sets have beca duty and to try to cut them is a ing the collection and distribution of committed by Japan against Chinese waste of Ume, and of things in-material;

the nation finitely more precious than time." Other points in the "Rehabilita- The German Ambassador, express- tion" programme include strengthen- Ho exhorted the Chinese to ing his thanks, said he would do | ing of air defence facilities, and pro- fortify their country and achieve whatever was in his power to help motion of sanitary faciililes and pre- unity and with one heart and soul the Committed to attain the noble vention of epidemies, unlication, of avenge the national humilation ends for which. It worked, British, Concordia - Society branches United Press.

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MENTAL TEST: Answers to Questions on page 0

Chicagoan Parislan Oxonian Dalinese

B. Liverpudlian

Lombard V. Neapolitan mupino 9.Moming 10. Florentine 11. Levantine 12. Peruvian 13. Madrilenfar

14. Дапо

10. Afghan

16. Breton

11. New Jeroyita

18. Punjabi

19. Transvaaler

20, Haligonlan

121, Genera

21. Aslatio

*21, Muscovite

14. Norman 29, Wyomingite -20. Welshman

27. Iraql

20. Marxm

29. Dubliner

30. Bavoyard

31. Utahan

32. Damascene

33. Now Zealander

4. Cantabrigien

25. Detroiter 30. Ceylonase or Alrighateso

37. Cypriate or Cyprian

50. Aberdonian 39. Lebanosa

40. Madagascar

41. Kirghile 43. Coloradan 43. Ohioan

44, Cairene 49. Madrna!

40. Toledan

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48, Renegalese

47. Gascon

50. Martian-

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