711.94114A/596: Telegram
The Minister in Switzerland (Harrison) to the Secretary of State
[Received 11:40 p.m.]
3777. American Interests—Japan. Legation’s 3033, May 12,64 3076, May 13. Foreign Office states informally that Gorgé observes in recent telegram that situation regarding POW questions recently somewhat changed. Japanese Foreign Office finally decided support Swiss Minister at Japanese War Ministry. Results quickly felt and Swiss Legation able visit Nagoya and Niigata camps under excellent conditions. Gorgé also received formal promise in special [respect?] other camps Japan. To prove its spirit of collaboration and understanding, War Ministry decided have qualified officer each time accompany delegates of Swiss Legation. His attitude proved helpful at time Nagoya, Niigata visits.
POW Information Bureau accepted Gorgé’s often repeated proposal to establish schedule future visits and is currently examining this matter. This Bureau also promised improve system POW lists which matter constant concern for Gorgé. He further recalls that Japanese Foreign Office informed him question visits camps occupied territory under examination.
Gorgé observes there is varied [very?] changed attitude Japanese Government and hopes this will continue.
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