893.00/12–147: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Ambassador in China (Stuart)
1564. In view highly fluid state present hostilities and evidences increasing Communist efforts arouse anti-American feeling, Emb requested consider advisability instructing Consular Offices caution [Page 415] American citizens residing interior points their Consular Districts dangers residence close proximity areas hostilities and probable inability Consulates give last minute warnings and effect evacuations.
Dept aware of probable adverse affect on morale local Chinese and on ChiGovt such warnings accompanied by wholesale evacuation Americans and hesitates urge such action except as necessary precautionary measure. In view situation however believe matter deserves prompt and careful consideration. Inform Dept views Emb and action taken.