711.93/12–1347: Telegram
The Ambassador in China (Stuart) to the Secretary of State
[Received December 13—8 a.m.]
2393. In conversation with me, Foreign Minister has expressed deep concern with regard current rumors here that proposal for $60,000,000 interim aid China has been thrown out in conference possibly at instance State Department. Foreign Minister greatly fears adverse effect internal economic financial situation and if there is basis in fact for these rumors, I am impelled to suggest that a statement from you to general effect that there is no change in our [Page 1232] over-all policy of desiring adequately to aid China would have reassuring effect at this time.