Foreign Relations of the United States, Diplomatic Papers, 1933, The Far East, Volume III

793.94/5976: Telegram

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

Peiping, March 6, 1933—10 a.m.
[Received March 6—1 a.m.]

215. Following from American Consul General at Mukden:

“March 5, 5 p.m. Army spokesman today stated that the occupation of Jehol city practically concludes commenced military operations and that the passes in the Wall are being occupied. He also stated that cleaning-up operations will be undertaken immediately.

He reported that foreigners at Lingyuan safe including one unidentified American.”

The American referred to is presumably Miss Harriet Minns.⁴⁷ See Legation’s 207, March 3, 5 p.m.⁴⁸

Johnson

47. Protestant missionary.
48. Not printed.