CHINA: Chiang Dares

(See front cover)

The general psychology of our Chinese people today can be described in one word: listlessness. Our officials tend to be dishonest and avaricious; the masses are undisciplined and callous; adults are ignorant and corrupt; youth becomes degraded and intemperate; the rich become extravagant and luxurious, the poor become mean and disorderly.

THE PREMIER OF CHINA* The Chinese people have such strong nerves and docile wisdom that they have taken Premier Chiang's scoldings in good part, and last week on his 50th birthday he was unquestionably the greatest man in...

Want the full story?

Subscribe Now

Subscribe
Subscribe

Learn more about the benefits of being a TIME subscriber

If you are already a subscriber sign up — registration is free!