It is reported here that fighting between Communist and Government troops has been proceeding in recent days in the four provinces of Kiang-ssu, Anhwei, Honan and South Shansi, end that serious disruption of the united front is likely unless the dispute between the Reds and Chungking can be settled in order that the fullest resistance against Japan can be maintained during what undoubtedly will be a critical period in Far Eastern history. Reports concerning the controversy are complicated and contradictory.
At present sympathy here in this dispute is more with Chungking; it. is hoped in many quarters that the differences will be settled and the entire country will stand firmly behind Gen. Chiang Kai-shek.—Reuter.
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