The Archive · 1923

ACTIONS CONDONED

In conclusion, the document says that in the present anti-Japanese movement the Chinese Chambers of Commerce, and guilds and other public bodies, as well as the Japanese Relations Society are leading a movement to sever economic relations with Japan, which clearly ignores the friendly relations between the two countries. The fact that the Chinese authorities responsible for the maintenance of peace and order have. not taken steps to prevent such illegal acts causes doubt as to their sincerity. Moreover, there are cases where it appears that the Chinese authorities have condoned such illegal acts. Frankly, there is evidence to show that the Chinese authorities are using such acts as part of their plans and acts of international discourtesy which Japan cannot bear in silence. Therefore, the Chinese Government should be held entire-

amage sustained by Japanese in responsible for the loss and China from the anti-Japanese movement. If affairs are left as at present there will be the danger of repetition of the anti-Japanese movements in future. view of the general situation and Japan's position in China, this situation can be tolerated no longer and the Chamber of Commerce earnestly requests the Japanese Government to obtain satisfaction for Japanese merchants on the above-mentioned points as speedily as possible.—Reuter.

Text read from the printed page and cleaned; old type leaves the occasional error.

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