Foreign Relations of the United States, Diplomatic Papers, 1938, The Far East, Volume IV

394.112/16: Telegram

The Consul at Chefoo (Roberts) to the Secretary of State

Chefoo, July 28, 1938—11 a.m.
[Received 12:20 a.m.]

My cipher telegram July 27, 9 p.m. Japanese Consul has called formally:

1, to express his regret that Japanese patrols assaulted two Americans.

2, to convey information that Japanese commander shall begin punishment of Japanese naval personnel guilty of assault.

3, Japanese authorities will take steps to prevent recurrence of incident.

Please telegraph instructions.

Repeated to Embassy at Hankow and Peiping.

Roberts