FIGHTING IN CHINA.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXI, Issue 18814, 15 September 1924, Page 7

FIGHTING IN CHINA.

CAPTURE OF A TOWN.

SHANGHAI DEFENCE MEASURES,

Reuter. PEKING. Sept, 12. On the western front the Kwang-su forces this afternoon fell back on their headquarters at Changchow, which is threatened by the advance of the Chekiang troops west of Tai-hu Lake. The latter captured Ihing, 23 miles south of Changchow. There is no change on the southern fronts. The Che-kiangites claim that they captured two battalions of infantry, who surrendered outside Ihing. In view of tho measures which have been taken in Shanghai, no anxiety is felt for the safety of tho settlements. Effective use has been made of barbed wire on the various roads leading to the foreign concessions, especially from the north and from the Chinese city. This system of defence can be extended quickly to other roads if necessary. Volunteers number close on 2000. In addition, between 400 and 500 ex-service men (mostly British) have offered their services in case of emergency. There are also 1200 marines.

EFFECT OF IHING'S FALL.

CHANGCHOW THREATENED.

(Received 5.5 p.m.) Reuter. PEKING. Sept. 13. Heavy fighting is reported to have occurred east and west of Tai-hu Lake. The Che-kiang forces secured a notable victory in capturing the town of Ihing. This threatens Changchow, which is the Kiang-us' main base.