123 Stokes, William N.: Telegram
The Consul General at Peiping (Clubb) to the Secretary of State
[Received December 1—3:04 p. m.]
2143. Ward’s 148, November 26, received today, follows:
“Stokes was summoned to unspecified court this morning 9 o’clock to attend hearings on spy ring charges. Am uninformed whether Stokes was summoned in capacity of observer, witness, or accused. Translator Chow Yuan-szi who has participated in Chinese staff concerted stoppage of work since close business October 11 was summoned with Stokes. In absence information to contrary, I assume spy ring charges under reference are those given publicity through Hsin Hwa News Agency on or about June 18 this year and published in Mukden press on June 20. My oral request attend court hearings with Stokes was refused.”