856e.00/9–2048: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Consulate General at Batavia
443. Estimate situation Repub urtel 811, Sep 20, appreciated. Dept believes presence American observer Repub territory important this [Page 362] crucial time; suggests you devise means sending member staff ConGen to Repub territory soonest to bridge this difficult moment pending the reestablishment of USDel contact with Repub authorities in such manner as will not be misinterpreted or excite speculation. Dept believes Davies’ training suggests desirability his choice this assignment. Coordinate this assignment with Cochran.