Chungking, Mar. 23.
It is now clear that the Japanese are attempting to capture Nanchang, capital of Kiangsi province, according to authoritative circles here. The Japanese, it is stated, are at present pushing towards Nanchang in six columns, with the main body attacking the Yunghsiu sector.
Fighting now extends from Tu-chang, on the east shore of the Poyang Lake, to Wuchou, on the west shore, and is continuing westward. through Yunghsiu, Chiutsin, Johsi and Wuning, it is stated—Reuier.
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