Manila, Jan. 16.
The proposed visit of Mr. Paul V. McNutt, United States High Commissioner to the Philippines, to Shanghai, is for consulting with Admiral Yarnell, Commander of the U. S. Asiatic' Fleet, on the Philippine situation, a statement issued by Mr. McNutt's office said to-day.
Ordinarily, the consultation would have taken place in Manila if Admiral Yarnell's presence had not been required during the present crisis.
It was pointed out that Admiral Yarnell is a veteran student of Philippine affairs and has been frequently consulted by the High Commissioner. Hence, Mr. McNutt desired to obtain his views on the Philippine situation' before boarding a clipper for Washington ta report personally to President Roosevelt.
In view of the Sino-Japanese crisis, Mr. McNutt has asked the President whether he would object to his contemplated visit to Shanghai, the announcement said.
Mr. McNutt is returning to Manila from Davao this afternoon. He is expected to announce his decision concerning the Shanghai visit shortly after his arrival.
Port Darwin, Jan. 16.
Four of the five Royal Air Force flying-boats, which started from England on December 2, on the longest formation flight ever undertaken, arrived here to-day.
The fifth plane was held up at Akyab owing to.engine trouble.
The destination of the flying-boats is Sydney, where they will represent the Royal Air Force at the celebra: tions this month in connection with the 150th anniversary of New South Wales.
The planes hopped off from the same spot near Plymouth where Sir Francis Drake started on his voyage round the world 360 years ago. Compared with his journey of 35,000 miles, which took him three years, the squadron's actual flying time is estimated at 400 hours—Reuter,
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