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

125.953/9–949: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Consul at Tsingtao (Hawthorne)

Washington, September 9, 1949—9 p. m.

265. Reurtel 481, Sept. 7. In view conditions reported tel 481, Sept. 7 and independent considerations Dept has decided close ur post as soon as possible obtain exit permits American members ur staff and necessary closing arrangements made. Recommend Dept disposition Govt property.

While no public announcement being made to press, you should take preparatory steps notify Amer cits ur District availability ConGen assist extent possible those desiring depart and confidentially advise of closure.

Travel orders and admin instrs subject separate tel upon receipt ur recommendations.

Dept taking up with Brit Govt question informal representation. Amer interest ur Cons district upon closure.

Acheson