CONCERN EXPRESSED
CHINESE AND JAPANESE British Wireless RUGBY. August 20 A press mcssngo from Shanghai reports that Sir Hughe KnatchbullHugcssen underwent two blood transfusions. His condition, according to ono report, was surprisingly encouraging in view of tho serious nature of his wound, but the outcome was bound to be uncertain for at least 2-1 hours. Many Chineso officials called at tho hospital to express their sympathy. Expressions of condolence and regard were also made on behalf of tho Japanese authorities. Tho incident has created deep depression and anxiety among tho foreign community in Shanghai. News of the incident, which reached London in the morning, deeply shocked public opinion. Sir Hughe, who is 51 years of age, was appointed Ambassador at Peking in September last year. Lady Hugessen, with her two daughters, is believed to have been on holiday at Peitaiho, North China, where the 1 British authorities immediately tried to get in touch with her..
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXIV, Issue 22819, 28 August 1937, Page 13
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