125.7146/2–1149: Telegram

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

216. Informed last night by intermediary, who stated categorically he transmitted message “in personal capacity” as local Foreign Office branch now defunct, that Communist authorities gave oral approval continued use Consular radio for present, permission without prejudice question later delivery over of station. Since my position regarding handing over Government property already set forth (see Consular reference telegram37), did not consider it appropriate or desirable argue possible later Communist demand now.

Consul General ceased accept press messages effective time Communist occupation Peiping and early issued office order directing care regarding character message sent plain, aim being avoidance giving Communists ground protest. Recommend no publicity.

Repeated Nanking 176, Shanghai 181.

Clubb
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