"ff this can happen in a peace-loving. independent country, the terrors we shall have to face with China conquered can met be imagined. Rather than have our children live under Japan's rule, we mothers prefer to see them dead. Armed with the heroism of the great love—mother-love—we shall protect them to the bitter end. No sacrifice, therefore. will be too great in our fight to make China safe for posterity.
"The weak before now have over-core the strong. We mothers cannot but feel sad at the toll which this war 15 taking, but we know that the spirit of our country as symbolized in our own stioutness of beant wil justify the challenge offered to the overweening pride of Japan.
"We believe that women the world oyer will sympathize with us if they only knew what is facing us. If you will tel them, we shall be grateful."
In order to save the time of the correspondents, the Chinese press conference was held at the place, which is the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Cheng Lin. the latter being a member of the club. Following the conference, the Mayor introduced the chairman of the club to the gathering. Most members of the organization attended. Cocktails were served.
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