The continued detention by the Japanese of Mr. G. A. Smith, a Briton, who was arrested on Saturday following an argument with a Chinese policeman, is arousing bitter comment and resentment among the British community, and especially among members of the Great War Ex-Service Men's Association. Mr. Smith is a member of this organization.
Hitherto, all efforts made by My. E. G. Jamieson, the British Consul-
General to obtain Mr. Smith's re lease have proved unsuccessful.
There has been slight relaxation of the barrier restrictions, reported to be in connection with the Chinese Dragon Boat Festival today.
Britons, however, are not prepared to hail this measure as a sign of an alleviation of the situation.—Reuter.
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