May Be Used London, Jan. 21.
That the British authorities arn watching the Japanese naval construction situation is indicated by the news that Sir Robert Craigie, the British Ambassador in Tokyo, has. been instructed to report to London on the statement made yesterday. by: Rear-Amadiral Noda, spokesman of the Navy Ministry, Contrary to American reports, no exchanges have yet occurred between Great Britain, the United States and France regarding Japan's naval programme, and it 1s gathered that none Wkely until Sit Robert Craigie' report ins' been received and Japan's intentions are known, It is pointed out that if any non:
atory Power of the London Naval ity exceeds the 35,000-ton limit for battleships, {t 4s possible that the signatories, wilt invoke the escalator:
'The' question, however, will not until the position is clearly known,
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