Tokyo, Nov. 17.
Reuter's correspondent—_understands that naval circles in Japan regard the proposal for the abel tion of submarines with interest. but offer no comment beyond stating that the opinion expressed by Japan at the Washington Conference hi not changed.
Nov. 18, Interviewed" by Reuter's correspondent with regard to the proposal to abolish submarines, Admiral Takarabe, Minister of Navy, stated that he personally considers the pro, posal, good in principal, but fears it is unpractical, as it is impossible unless all the powers agree. Thi he considers doubtful Referring to Mr. Hanihara's statement on the same question made to the Washington Conference, Admiral Takarabe pointed out that the Japanese delegate emphasized that submarine warfare is no more cruel than other weapons used against warships, but agreed that they should not be permitted against merchantmen.
Though not so effective against vessels equipped with blisters, Ad-rival Takarabe discredits the opinion that the submarine is useless against the warship.
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