The Archive · 1939

Japanese Refusal

Mr. Kato was said to have replied. that the Japanese Government positively is unable to treat Tien-isin policing questions separately [from economic questions "although consideration regarding the. transfer Jor. the silver bullion."

The Japanese official also was lsald to have told the British Ambassador that the British—aititude deeply disappoints the Japanese Jauthorities who have been patiently waiting for a faithful "reply by Britain."

Mr, Kato was reported to have promised the British Ambassador a detailed reply to the British memorandum as. soon as he could jeonter with Japanese Government After conferring with Foret War OMice chiefs, resume the parleys soon because [London must have had ample time to consult with Third Powers on the leconomie questions involved, Japan-fosse reports said.

Mr. Kato was stid to have warned. the British Ambassador that Britain will be held responsible breakdown in negotiations "and for all consequences resulting from such fa. breakdown." The final meeting yesterday Last for an hour—United Press.

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