The reception at the Civie Centre was attended by several hundred for-ign and Chinese officials, including members of the Consular" Body, At noon, the Mayor proposed a toast which was drunk by all. The spa-cons auditorium was gally decorated for the occasion, while the huge staircase was draped in the national colours, years have elapsed. she hus ree generated herself. Less than 25 years have elapsed since Soviet Russia succeeded in consummating her Revolution, "To-day she occupies a position tion of the world dares ignore her. Less than three-quarters of a century have elapsed between the reformation in Japan and the attainment of her present eminence, During a pried of less than 25 years, Italy has regenerated hertelt, Feminding us of the former glory of the Roman Empire. Great Britain it famous for her ability to govern hi people and to cope with international relations. It is her determination and steadfastness that have made her powerful.
"These nations have become successful because they have political parties with definite principle national leaders, and powerful Gov: ernments. By virtue of these three Briceless elements, they are becoming Gaily more prosperous. Those which suffered disaster have recovered, an the weak have become strong past the Republic of Chit Tacked these three elements or was unable to utilize for national regeneration. Now, we actually have Party with definite principles, ational leader, and a. powerful Government. The' value of these three factors is being gradually realized by the entire people, "At this juncture, we must deepen this realization, in order that the entire people may give their support to our Party, our leader, and our Government. "If the entire country Rives Its fervent support, these three loments will be able to' manifest an immense strength which cane utilized for the solution of the national emergency, reconstruction of the State, and regeneration of the nation.
"Shanghai is the greatest metropolis of China, It has always played Jeading role in this country. It has been in closer contact with' the outside world than any other part the country. In celebrating National Independence Day this year, the citizens of Shanghai should there: fore urge their compatriots through out the country to give their support and manifest their loyalty to th Party, the leader, and the Government. In this way our celebration of National Independence Day will be more significant. Especially must we recover our traditional power of self-confidence and rebuild China into a modern State, for only thus can we secure a bright future for the Republie."—Kuo Min, s*See page 48.
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