August 1, 1934 - Peking fell to Japanese forces today when Chinese forces retreated following defeat after the Marco Polo Bridge Incident. Many believe Tianjin will fall within a day.
Many see this as a culmination of Japanese ambitions as they continue to march throughout China on their way to supreme domination. The question is whether Chinag Kai-shek will return to the negotiating table or finally declare war. The latter remains an unrealistic bet as to do so would put Chiang in a two front war against both the Japanese and the communists. Numerous allies are pleading with Chinag to make peace with the communists and forge a united front before the whole of China is lost.
SOURCE: New York Times
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