893.00/12–948: Telegram
The Ambassador in China ( Stuart ) to the Secretary of State
[Received December 9—8:57 a. m.]
2468. For Butterworth from Clark. Although I agree with Ambassador’s political summation, Embassy’s telegram 2467, December 9, thoughts expressed therein are his own. If Department needs time to consider situation when Government moves or if there is thought that we will support Generalissimo in his plans to give “space for time”, I can see many reasons why my presence in Canton would be useful. In such case, however, I should think the Ambassador’s presence would also be desirable. I shall, of course, conform with Department’s wishes and am already packing, although I am inclined to believe Ambassador’s request should be complied with. Should appreciate early reply his telegram. [Clark.]