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Japan’s Korea reforms face dual government risks
An American observer details failed Korean reform under Japanese rule. Officials shuffle ministries, resignations mount, and a puppet cabinet undermines progress. Critics warn that genuine change requires direct Japanese control rather than advice, while some Americans in Korea condemn the occupation’s methods. John Sturgis notes widespread venality and discontent among Koreans and anti Japanese sentiment among educators and religious workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yi Chi Yong
Agriculture
Justice
Pak
He Sun
Yi Yong Ik
Mint
North Kyungsang
Finance
Foreign Office
Graba
Ministry of Agriculture
Ministry of Home Affairs
Japan
Korea
Mikado
Koréx
JOHN @ STURGIS