Foreign Relations of the United States, 1949, The Far East: China, Volume VIII

123 [Ward, Angus I.]: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Consul General at Peiping (Clubb)

Washington, December 1, 1949—6 p. m.

853. Dept concerned over physical condition Ward others reported urtels 2114 Nov 28 and 2124 Nov 29⁸⁹ and will appreciate ur and Ward’s estimate and further recommendations all aspects this situation.

Specifically pls ascertain whether medical facilities in Mukden available to ConGen staff. If not, suggest you immed endeavor enlist aid Brit Pro-Cons Mukden. If it appears medical attn will later be needed at Tientsin, Taku Bar or other point of staff’s travel, endeavor make arrangements therefor.

Keep Dept fully informed and take whatever action necessary locally without prior reference Dept.

Acheson

89. Latter not printed.