In Chinese circles here confidence prevails and it is declared that the Chinese troops, among whom are those of the Shantung army formerly commanded by Governor Han Fu-chu, are firmly determined to hold the present front. Fears held in many quarters about the loyalty of the Shantung troops, above all about that of the officers, are not shared here. It is stressed that not only the latest recruits among the young officers but also the older officers who served for a long time under Han Fu-chu, have declared themselves willing to fight for the Central Government.
It is pointed out that General Chiang Kai-shek's energetic attitude towards the Shantung Government 1s the best proof that his position has been strengthened. The whole army stands firmly behind General Chiang Kai-shek and is determined to keep on fighting as long as one man remains alive.—Trans-Ocean.
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