Lonion via Bombay, 9th January.
The "Times" adopts a stronger ton" than hitherto in regard to the crisis. It declares that it is our first duty in the event of war to Posvent others joining in against Japan. England can under no circumstances afford to see the dominion of the Far East pass toa single unfriendly Power, or look on and see Japan obliterated or reduced to the rank of a second-rate Power. If war come we wust be vigilantly on the watch and be prepared to protect our interests, Reuter.
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