393.1111 Halverstadt, Harriet/3: Telegram

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

1133. Legation’s 1128, December 26, 11 a.m.76

1.
Following from American Consul General at Nanking:

“December 26, 4 p.m. I have addressed note to Foreign Office as directed and expressing your expectation that the guilty persona will [Page 980] be sought out, tried and punished in accordance with law. Foochow informed and requested to supply additional information.”

2.
Following from Foochow:

“December 26, 7 p.m. My December 24, 4 p.m. to the Legation. Halverstadt not released. Her whereabouts uncertain. Provincial Government only making half-hearted attempt to obtain her release. Believed to be captured by bandits and prospects of release are uncertain.”

Johnson
  1. Not printed.