Kunming, May 10. Seventeen men and two buffaloes were killed and seven houses and five vehicles destroyed, when 27 Japanese bombers raided a "certain location" outside the south city at 3 pin. yesterday, according to an official statement.—Reuter. many. German aeroplanes were said to be scattering leaflets containing untrue statement over some districts in Holland. The statement concluded with an appeal to the Dutch people to rely implicitly on the Government and the armed forces of the country.
An official denial that Holland is negotiating with Germany or any other country was given to Reuter in Amsterdam last night. The denial referred to rumours published abroad that following German demands Holland had sent emissaries to Berlin, It was reiterated last night that Holland's defensive preparations are being taken in view of the international situation and are not a result of any demands made upon her.—Reuter.
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