Hongkong, Sept. 10.
The British destroyer Thracian left Hongkong post-haste last night in answer to an appeal from the British Consul at Swatow. where the situation is reported to be dangerous as a result of Japanese air raids, another of which took place yesterday.
The Thracian, which is expected to arrive at its destination some time today, will stand by at Swatow for the present. ready to evacuate British nationals, if necessary, or render appropriate aid for their protection.
It is understood that H.M.S. Daring, which conveyed the British Charge d'Affaires, Mr. R. G. Howe. from Hongkong to Shanghai, will relieve the Thracian within a few days.
Only slight damage was done at Swatow in yesterday's air raid, in Which two Japanese seaplanes took part, but several Chinese were killed and injured.—Reuter.
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