895.01/9–2545: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Chargé in China (Robertson)
1569. Embassy’s telegram 1657 September 25, 5 p.m. Exit permits are being issued Syngman Rhee, J. K. Dunn and other individual Koreans as such and not as representatives of groups. For your information, such permits from United States validated for entry into Korea are granted on the basis of VD80 application form AD–1 to which following statement has been appended:
“I recognize the fact that the area of Korea South of the 39th [sic] degree latitude is now subject to Military Government administered by American armed forces and I agree that during my stay in the area, and until military government ceases, my activities will be governed by the laws and regulations of that authority.”
Outright support of any one political group presently outside Korea is not contemplated, but because of the chaotic conditions within Korea, elements having constructive ability and willing to work within framework of military government are encouraged to enter, and might be transported by airplanes controlled by the Army when space is available. Clearance of applicants for entry into Korea should be made with Korean theater command using Army channels through MacArthur headquarters. You are authorized within your discretion to communicate above to Chinese Government.81