July 21.
'The leading" papers, commenting' in their editorial columns on the, alist Government abrogating the Sino-Japanese Commercial Treaty, express very deep regret.
The "Asahi" doubts whether the! Nanking Government really intends to enforce temporary measures pending the conclusion of a new treaty, because if these measures are enforced they may cause serious! developments.
The "Jiji" says that Of China wants an equal treaty she should first perfect her internal administra. tion, maintain peace and order and protect foreigners.
'The "Kokumin" thinks that China should consider seriously special r ations with Japan which, it says, is the only nation in Asia' capable of] effectively aiding the emancipation of China, The "Chugai, regarding the Note as an indiscreet demand, says that! auch an unreasonable abrogation of treaty means the severance of international relations.
The "Hochi" is rather sympathetic with the stand taken by the Nationalist Government, while denouncing the Note as a breach of international faith—Reuter.
A Steen Wai to" Manchuri Tokyo, July 21.
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