124.93/11–1248: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Chargé in the Philippines (Lockett)
1354. Emb Nanking states in view very rapid deterioration ChiGovt mil position it may become necessary evacuate Emb and certain consular dependents and some personnel to point from which they could readily return after cessation hostilities, total number estimated maximum 600 persons. Temporary accommodations would be needed until return China feasible. Duration stay probably would not exceed 2 or 3 months.
Since SCAP cannot provide such accommodations, Nanking has requested Dept explore possibility such facilities Manila, Baguio or similar place Philippines. Please give top priority investigation this matter and report urgently direct Emb Nanking, repeating message to Dept.
Dept Army informing Gen. Anderson54 and instructing him extend full cooperation.
In event temporary accommodations available Philippines and evacuation eventuates, Emb instructed approach FonOff with request facilitate issuance necessary visas (on group basis if possible) and concert action with Emb Nanking.
- Maj. Gen. Jonathan W. Anderson, Commanding General, Philippine Command.↩