The Archive · 1935

Action Against Pirates Urged

Referring to the Tungchow piracy' and the lack' of success of the measures so far taken, Mr, Bernard tong as piracy can be made a profitable venture with very little Fish, it will continue to be a constant. menace to shipping The only real remedy is for the Chinese authorities take such action against the bases of the pirates which are well-knowh to them as would discourage the Inhabitants from participating."

"The chairman next made a spirited defence of Chinese eggs again the Fecent attacks in Parliament.

He emphasized the far-reaching. Importance of the egg trade, and quoted the Government analyst as dorsing the wholesomeness of Lord Winterton, Conservative M. P. for Horsham and Worthing division lof Sussex and former Under-Secretary for India, was elected President the Association in succession to It Gen. Sir George MacDonogh.

The latter, who has held the post since 1930, was paid a glowing tribute fon his relirement—Reuter,

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