893.00/4–2246: Telegram
The Counselor of Embassy in China (Smyth) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 22—9:32 a.m.]
718. Greater part Changchun reported in possession Communists. (Summary of M[ilitary] A[ttaché’s] report week ending 20 April.) Progress Central Government forces moving north from Mukden slowed considerably by stiffening Communist resistance. Elements new First Army reported entered Szupingkai 15 April. Communists reported moving reinforcements toward Changchun from North Manchuria and preparing defenses along line Tehui–Nungan in event their withdrawal from Changchun forced.
Peining railroad northeast of Shanhaikuan now reported repaired and in operation.
Military situation north China remains relatively quiet. Aside from minor clashes reported in Shansi and eastern Shantung, cease fire agreement appears well observed. Little progress however reported in restoration of communications.
Sixty-five percent of all Japanese, military and civilian, had been repatriated as of 12 April. Major portion unrepatriated Japanese military personnel in North China are in Shansi province.