Shihchiachwang, Nov. 2.
Since the fall of Canton and Hankow Chinese troops that had been operating in the Tapich Moun tain range in Honan are retvcating westward in disorder, according to reports from Japanese field head+ quarters reaching here today, Some disorganized units which retreated to areas around Nanyang were looting provision stores and forcibly recruiting youths, the reports said, Their conduct was said to be causing hostility among the populace western Honan, study reports on local conditions, The significance of the society has 50 far not been ascertained, but some sources believe that it is the frst step towards a local government, Authoritative quarters, "however, are completely unaware that such an organization exists, No formal protest has so far been made against the closing of the gates north bank of the Yellow River, have crossed the river and are con centrating in the vicinity of Nan-
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