Mr. Dunn informs us, among other things, that in ancient China, it is the title that sets the name for different types of poetry, not the name of the poet. Thus, if this rule is brought into use in connection with English poetry, we would read of "The Lady of the Lake" type of poetry, instead of the metres set by Scott; and Chaucerian and Spencerian schools of poetry will be listed under a different nomenclature.

Mr. Dunn gives us English translations of different rhythms employed in Chinese poetic composition, leaving no doubt in the minds of even laymen on the exact meaning of the word, "polyrhythmical," in one of the most concise and interesting articles on this subject.

To many who have resided in this country for many years, the geography of this country is less familiar than that of their homeland, which is an entirely unnecessary state, are on ever, much for there many good books available the subject. How of the information that would otherwise not be available in other than the most ponderous tomes is included in the article "A Brief Study of the Geography of China," which seeks to give the reader in a form that is easy to digest some of the most palatable information on the subject. The study of geography should not be confined to those of scholarly tastes, for it should be of general interest to all. Such is the aim of the author, who sets down in a manner easy to follow the outstanding topographical and climatic features of the country in which we live.

In the science section of this issue, we conclude the discussion on "The Use of Precious Stones in Ancient Medicine" by Dr. P. G. Mar, commenced in a recent issue. The manner in which both the ancient medicos of the Occident and the Orient combatted the afflictions of the flesh with concoctions of powdered gems and precious stones are related in an interesting rnanner, all the more so because tbe discussion is based on fact. We, in this age, of course flnd more useful purposes for a chunk of rare diamond or sapphire than to grind it into powder and to imbibe the resultant fluid when this powder is mixed with various liquids. But firm was the belief a feW centuries ago on the potency and the curative abilities of precious stones in the medical profession.

THE WAR

One envisages the outcome of the war, despite the various setbacks in the Balkans and Egypt, with optimism, thus bearing in mind the experiences of the last distressing conflict, which many are inclined to disregard, becaust it is now apparent that sea-power is lieginning to make itself felt and that although Hitler has control of Europe - a very precarious control indeed - yet the main event of the struggle depends upon the "battle of the Atlantic" as it is now being termed.

That is the true issue of the war and until the Germans can stop supplies from the U.S.A., nothing else would seem to be able to change the situation. h may be conlidently expected that friction will inevitably arise between any interference by Nazi submarines with American convoys and in this case the American fleet can be relied upon to uphold its reputation.

As regards the campaign in Africa, every Englishman can well be proud. A territory of nearly the size of China Proper has been occupied within the course of a few months from the Italians and the control of Africa is practically under British rule. An attack on Gibraltar is naturally to be expected but the difficulties from the Gerrnan side can be readily understood. To capture such a fortress as Gibraltar would be a matter of time and complications which the Nazis cannot afford.

WAR DIARY

April 1.-News from Alexandria induded a report alleging that the Italians lost seven warships during the week. The R.A.F. bombed Brcst and scorcd hits on the German warships schaishont and Gnehet'n. M. Y. Marsuoka, Japanese Foreign Minister, was welcomed by Count Ciano upon his arrival in Italy.

April 2.-Germany and Italy demanded the release of Axis ships seized by the United States authorities. Emden was badly damaged during a furious R.A.F. raid. The Butish forces captured the capital of Entree, Asmara. King George of Greece received in audience Major Anthony Eden, the British Foreign Secretary.

April 3.-Hull announced in Washington that the United States intended to reject the German protest on the seizure of Axis ships in American ports. British units advanced nearer to Addis Ababa, capital of Abyssinia. Axis ships were burned by their own crcws in Venezuela, Puetta Rica and Peru for fear of their seizure by South American authorities following suit in the steps taken by the U.S. Government.

April 4.-Washington demanded the recall of an Italian naval attache. The Gertnan battle cruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau were again heavily damaged as a result of R.A.F. action in the harbour of Brest. British forces withdrew from Benghaai. which was occupied by German and Italian units. The Italian navy lost two more destroyers, an Adrniralty communique stated from London.

Aprit 5.-British forces occupied Adowa in Northern Abyssinia. British planes bombed landing grounds and aircraft on the continent. All Yugoslav for'ces were mobilized since April 1, it was announced in Belgrade.

April 6.-The Nazis launched an invasion of the Balkans and Belgrade experienced a severe borsibing attack. Two Greek outposts in Thrace were attacked by German troops. Russia signed a non-aggression pact with Yugoslavia. British guards were stationed in Iraq oilfields, as attempts weic made by the Iraq govcrnment to resume relations with Axis powers. British forces reached Addis Ahaha and continued their advances toward Massawa and Gondar.

April 7.-The Italians moved against Yugoslavia while the Nazis moved a two-column attack against Greece. British forces in Greece moved up to assist the Greek defence. The Ahyssinian campaign was virtually ended, although some rernntnts of the Italian army remained uneonqucred.

April 8.-The Nazis reached the sea. The Yngoslavs withdrew in South Serbia. The main attacks by the German forces continued and Debra Markos was captured.

April 9.-Salomla was entered by Nazi troops. Heavy raid by British plancs on Kid. Massowa fell after long fighting and the Troops were released for further operations.

April 10.-The capture of Skopie was confirmed. Another savage raid on Coventry took place. Destruction of enemy planes.

April 11.-Drive of German units through Yugoslavia continued . Many Italians were caught at Addis Abaha. Berlin was raided by British bombers. 20,000 planes promised for Britain this year by U.S.A.

April 12.-The German troops reached Yannitsa, Monastir and advanced westward from Salonika. Hungary invaded Yugoslavia. Control of the Red Sea and Mediterranean shipping was seen by the fact that the Eastern route is available for British shipping.

April 13.-The R.A.F. bombed again the Gnehtntu and the Schanthont, inflicting severe damage. Conversations between Russia and Japan took place.

April 14.-Getrnans claimed capture of Yugoslavian capital. Matsuoka signed a neutrality pact in Moscow. An early German drive on Turkey was foreseen. Further Britiih troops arrived in Grecec. A heavy attack by the R.A.F. on Southern France and Sofia was carried out.

April 15.-Withdrawals in Greece by Allies. Stubborn resistance by the Yugoslavs was continued. British counter-attack at Tobruk took place, 53rd raid on Brest was carried out by the R.A.F.

April 16.-The R.A.F. bombarded Kid naval base. The Luftwaffe bombed Northern Ireland. The situation in Libya was relieved by the arrival of strong British detachments.

April 17.-The British and Greek troops slowed down the German offensive. London suffered heavy damage. British bombers pounded Nonhern Germany and the Duke of Aosta sent an envoy to British Headquarters.

April 18.-Berlin received the heaviest raid of the war. The British and Greek forces were forced to shorten their lines of defence.

April l9.-Heavy German losses on the Greek front were reported. German prisoners were landed in Bombay. The King of Greece took over she premiership. Turkish machinations on the part of the Nazis seemed to be doomed to failure.

April 20.-The Germans sustained heavy losses in Greece. London was again heavily raided. The German move in Iraq, against the oil-wells, was defeated by the arrival of British troops,

April 21,-The Greek and Allied Line in Greece remained unbrQken. The U.S.A. and Canada resolved to pool resources. Mount Olympus was evacuated by British troops and she Germans entered Larissa.

April 22,-The Empire forces formed new lines south of Larissa. A severe raid on Kid was carried out by the R.A.F. 2.000 troops were landed in Manila by the American authorities.

April 23.-The Greek Government left Athens for Crete. Fighting was continued in Yugoslavia and a stubborit resistance gyven to the Nazi troops.

April 24.-Up to the present, the Greek army, supported by the British held their lines. The Germans have made the anticipated third raid on Plymouth. Ratification of the Soviet-Japanese pact took place.

April 25.-Ailied forces withdrew fmm Greece. Japan protested against seizure of Yugoslavian ship in Shanghai by Italian marines. Movement of German troops tnto Spain was reponed. German troops reached Thebes lii the vieinity of Athens and the Imperial forces retired in good order. xtension by U.S.A. of neutrality patrols was announced in Washington.

April 26.-The Nazis entered Athens, despite a stubborn resistance by British troops. New American bombers were being flown to Britain in considerable numbers.

April 27.-Stroug attack on Hamburg by R.A.F. The British captured the Italian stronghold of Dessie after desperate fighting. The British evacuation of Greece began. Matsuoka was urged to conclude a non-aggression pact with the U.S.A.

April 28.-A stern attack was made on the Nazi battle-cruisers in Brest, the Schambont and the Gnei'enan, this being the 12th attack by Allied planes. Considerable darnage 'was inflicted.

April 29.-U.S. guaranteed to keep shipping rifles to Manila open. British evacuation of Greece was attempted with success. Attack on Portsmouth by Nazi teroplanes. Complete capture of last Italian stronghold of Dessie in Abyssinia.

April 30.-U.S. freeze Axis credits in the United States to the amount of G.$17,000,000. More attacks on German battleeruisera at Btest. Transfer of U.S. ships to Britain. Heavy raids on British said to be prelude to German invasion plan.