893.20 Missions/12–547: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Ambassador in China (Stuart)
1476. “From Sec State. Your reference in your 2327 Dec 3, 11 a.m. to ‘experimental procedure, success at each, stage guiding future policy’ is not understood and does not appear to be in consonance with second par of my 1436 Nov 28. Gen Barr’s status and responsibilities will be specifically defined and delimited before his departure so that no misunderstanding should occur as to character and extent of his activities. Needless to say I am glad that you are not unhopeful that the Chinese leaders can make a revitalized effort. Biographic sketch Gen Barr will be forwarded for transmission Gimo when action initiated for his appointment.” [Marshall.]