893.00/5950: Telegram

The Minister in China ( Schurman ) to the Secretary of State

26. My 18, January 13, 4 p.m.11 Following from American consul general, Shanghai:

“January 15, 11 p.m. United States and other powers landed sailors about 4 p.m. Americans took position in conjunction with French as guards of interned Chinese soldiers at Haig reserve school. Some two hours later, I am informed by the French consul general, one interned Chinese was killed and two wounded by gunfire of American sailor. In company with Jacobs and Graham made investigation by interviewing French and Americans on guard but am not able as yet to report who responsible for casualties, though French state positively caused by Americans. Have asked American Navy to investigate further and report tomorrow. Not repeated to the Department.”

Schurman
  1. This and other telegrams (not printed) reported the details of military conflicts and looting in the vicinity of Shanghai.