Chinese reports indicate that robbers are active in Hungjao area in the western district where many Chinese residences were recently victimized and where villagers constantly live under threats. In a village called Koo Ka Tang one woman is stated to have been killed by the bandits.
At midnight on Monday, it is stated, two well-known Chinese residents in Hungjao village were visited by more than 20 robbers. The houses of their relatives were also victimized. In all, over 20 houses were ransacked by the bandits who are also charged with having beaten many of their victims.
Another band of desperadoes is said to be responsible for robbing more than 30 houses in several small villages in Hungiao area including Chukamowchiao, Changkatai and Sanchuen. Details of these crimes are lacking, but it is asserted, that three villagers were severely beaten by the robbers.
In the area specified in these regulations, the went on to say, foreigners may travel freely but require passes if they intend to reside there, while all Chinese employees lor servants require passes when entering or leaving areas bordering on territory under Japanese occupation.
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