123 Ward, Angus I.: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Consul General at Peiping (Clubb)
757. Dept concurs suggestions ur 1859 Oct 30 re modification Deptel 750 Oct 28 and leaves to ur discretion manner in which question Ward’s [Page 997] position Mukden developed during any discussion with Chou or other Commie officials or in written communication to Chou. Dept of opinion, however, that it undesirable give Commies impression US Govt acquiesces in People’s Court exercising jurisdiction over Ward. Also believes you shld inter alia request full information re detention Ward and if as implied ur 1857 Oct 29 communications with Mukden again cut you shld request restoration. In view serious nature matter and widespread interest in US regarding it, Dept believes you shld not delay written communication for week if interview not promptly forthcoming.