Foreign Relations of the United States, Diplomatic Papers, 1943, China

893.00/15150: Telegram

The Ambassador in China (Gauss) to the Secretary of State

Chungking, October 20, 1943—9 a.m.
[Received 3:20 p.m.]

1982. Embassy’s despatch 1580, September 16.⁷¹ Telegram of October 15 from Clubb at Tihwa states native disturbances reported in Altai region and south Sinkiang and Turki language circulars said recently distributed in Tihwa calling on people to rise against Sheng’s rule.

Clubb reports (a) that Chinese officials reputedly believe disturbances are instigated by Soviets, but he believes unsettled political grievances of non-Chinese population and continuing economic deterioration are important factors in this situation.

Gauss

71. Not printed.