393.1115/10–3048: Telegram

The Ambassador in China (Stuart) to the Secretary of State

2043. Reference Peiping 599, October 28.36 ComNavWesPac has been queried as to cost, baggage allowance and similar details sea transport for those responding to initial evacuation warning. You will be informed these details soonest possible. Meanwhile at time warning issued you should indicate efforts being made provide sea transport and should ascertain soonest possible numbers intending take advantage this facility.

Sent Peiping 204, Tientsin 189; repeated Department 2043.

Stuart
  1. Sent to the Department as telegram No. 403, p. 866.