Nanking. Nov. 5.
Chinese troops effected a strategic withdrawal to new lines at Shihlinkwan, about 40 li south of Hsinkow and 120 li north-east of Taiyuan. on the night of Nov. 3, according to U.S.A, Sells More Arms to China, Japan Washington. Nov. 5. Export licenses granted by the United States for aeroplanes and munitions showed an increase during October. reaching U.S.
Principal buyers during the month were Turkey. the U.S.S.R.. China and Argentina. China total was 10.5.090,000 while Japan bought military aeroplanes to the value of U.S.$85.000.—Hava. military reports received here last right, The withdrawal was ordered to facilitate guerilla warfare to harass the rear of the Japanese forces and to cut off their food and arms supplies.
Strongly entrenched in their new positions. Chinese defenders are reported to be preparing to launch an encircling attack on the invaders.
On the Tsinpu front, a message from Tsinan states. severe fighting continues in Kuochiachai in north ern Shantung where a Japanese column, assisted by tanks and field guns. started a furious attack on Clfese positions yesterday morning.
On. Nov. 3 mobile Chinese units operating west of Pingyuan scored a minor victory Over the invaders. More than 20 Japanese soldiers were reported to have been killed and a number of rifles seized—
Central News.
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