793.94/10345: Telegram
The Consul General at Canton (Linnell) to the Secretary of State
Canton, October 1, 1937—9
a.m.
[Received 9:03 a.m.]
[Received 9:03 a.m.]
Canton River closed to navigation from 6 a.m. today by order of Military Headquarters. While river continues closed Canton-Hong Kong Railway offers only means of transportation between the two cities. It is officially stated, however, that a motor road is being constructed and is expected to be completed soon.
Hong Kong mail to Swatow.
Linnell