The House of Representatives reconvened at 520 p.m, when Mr. Arita defended the Japanese Government's procedure in connection with the Asama Maru, He said that the British note of January 27 clearly showed British regrets, and this was tantamount to an apology.
The Foreign Minister's explanation only resulted in renewed disturbances, for he was interrupted with cries of "Don't tell us lies."
Mr, Arita, however, was finally permitted to conclude his statement on the case, after which he proceed-with other business, Dr. Kiyose, however, indicated that he was far from satisfied with the explanation and said that he would reopen the case at the earliest opportunity,—United Press.
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