121.893/4–146: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Embassy in China
570. There is quoted hereunder, for transmission to appropriate Chinese authorities, text of letter dated Mar 29 addressed by President Truman to Gimo.
“My dear President Chiang: General Marshall has handed me your letter of March 11.66 At the same time he went over the numerous details regarding the critical situation in Manchuria and the general development of affairs in China.
“I am gratified that you feel his mission was successful and that you are so generous in your expressions regarding him personally.
“He is carefully going over with me and with the Secretary of State a number of matters directly concerning China and is also engaged in meetings with other officials of the Government in regard to financial and materiel considerations.
“The General tells me he plans to return to China in about 3 weeks, assuming that his work here in your interest can be concluded.
“With expressions of my esteem and high regard, and with assurances of my deep interest in the rehabilitation of China under your leadership, Sincerely yours”
General Marshall will present original letter to Gimo on his return to China.