63 STAT.] JAPAN-"AWA MARU" CLArM-APR. 14, 1949 2399 ARTICLE III The Japanese Government will, in consideration of the special omppensation or famenilies f nature of this case, endeavor to provide adequate treatment in way of solatium for the families of those who perished in this disaster as well as for the owner of the vessel. - ARTICLE IV The Government of the United States of America expresses its deep regret for the sinking of the Awa Maru and its sympathy with the families of those who perished in the disaster. AmCLE V This Agreement shall take effect as from this day's date. Executed in duplicate, in the English and Japanese languages, at Tokyo, this fourteenth day of April, 1949 (24 Showa). For the Governent. of the United States of America: [SEAL] a
G o WILLIAM J. SEBALD Acting United States Political Adviser for Japan For the Japanese Government: SHIGERU TOSHIDA Minister for Foreign Affairs Attestt DOUGt M K acARTHUR Geiral of the Aniy Uited States Army Supreme Commander for the Allied Powers 81939-52 -PT . I-- 7
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