The Archive · 1928

Earthquake Shocks in Hongkong and Japan

Hongkong, Jan. 30.

"A. slight earthquake shock w felt here at 10.30 last night. The amplitude was only two millimetre.—Router.

Tokyo, Jan, 30.

Accoriing to a message from Gifu, a severe shock of earthquake was felt in that city at 7.20 pin. yesterday, lasting two minutes, with the result that a tram car was derailed in front of the railway station and many cars were stalled. There was a scene of great confusion, as it-was the rush hour. No casualties are reported.—Toho.

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