Chungking, Aug. 18.
Chinese circles here are following with the greatest interest. develop: ments in Shanghai as a result of the withdrawal of British troops. The decision of the United States Marines take over an important section of the British Defence Sector is generally welcomed.
Chinese are watching developments in Shanghai not only. because there is a large Chinese population in the International Settlement, but also duc to the belief the decision will largely Feflect the future policy of the United States in the Far East. The Chinese fre naturally anxious there should be no change in the present status of the Shanghai International Settlement or of the French Concession—Reuter.
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