Hongkew, However, is Quiet During Week-end A slight increase in the Japanese military display in Hongkew and the North Szechuen Road area wes noted Oct, 24, It was believed to be duc chiefly' to the return to duty of marines who had enjoyed leave during the week-end. The district generally was quiet.
Japanese sentries posted at various strategic points in Hongkew and the North Szechuen Road area wore steel vests after dark, in addition to steel helmets.
Hongkew remained "out of bounds" to American bluejackets and marines, sentries carrying batons being posted fon the bridges across the Soochow Creek. American sailors on shore Yeave went elsewhere for their' fun, notably to the French Concession.
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