Singapore, Jan. 12.
Great indignation is expressed Netherlands Indies newspapers over new Bill brought forward in Holland to determine the division of expenses of the Netherlands Indies Navy.
Although the Netherlands Indies contributes about 30 per cent. of the naval expenditure in the Indies, it has no share in the contro! of naval matters. Holland contributes nothing. fo Army expenditure in the Indies. This also is criticized.
The Netherlands Indies is making for a minimum of six cruisers, but it is not expected this number will be approved by Holland. 'The Nether lands" Indies" already has three cruisers, as well 25 other vessels, ircluding' submarines—Reuter.
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