"Again, with reference to the latest development in Shanghai, in consequence of the unfortunate incident near the Hungjao Airdrome, I beg leave to call your attention to one phase of the question.
"While the Japanese authorities agree that the incident should be settled through the normal course. that is, by diplomatic means, and while investigation is under way, there has been concentrated in Shanghai an alarmingly large fleet, while the armed force of Japan is considerably increased and armaments and other war supplies are being rushed to China, Besides, fur. ther reinforcements are yet on their wa All these coeref¥e measures, while endangering the peace of Shanghai, constitute a serious threat to my countr: Under such circumstances, China must adopt such measures as necessary for self def. ence."
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