When asked whether he had any reason to believe that Japan would give a lead to the other Powers in this matter, the great revolutionist replied that he, was con-vineed the Japanese people were with him to a man. He had had assurance of support from the Government, but, if the Tokyo offcials were unwilling to act, he was still confident that the people would force them.
When reminded that he had been had bitterly criticized the country's aggressive policy in China, Dr. Sun said he did not care to speak of that at present, The Nishihara Loans Tt was also pointed out to Dr. Sun that he had formerly been anything but friendly to Tuan Chi-jui and his Anfu party, with whom he was now in alliance, The position seemed a little awkward to the outsider, especially as the Anfu party had been responsible for raising the notorious Nishihara loans 150,000,000 or so which it was admitted had not been used for China's benefit. It seemed clear that Japan was supporting Tuan now, largely in the expectation that Tuan would see that the Nishihara deal was honoured by Chi Sun Yat-sen replied that it would be well worth Yen 150,000,000 if Japan could be induced to support China in her demand for independence. China was willing to sacrifice a little for the sake of restoring the life of the nation.
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