123 Olive, William M.: Telegram
The Consul General at Shanghai (Cabot) to the Secretary of State
[Received July 14—1:49 p. m.]
2764. Re Deptel 1401, July 13. Consular body meeting called for 11 a. m. tomorrow. Beyond informing proponents we will agree to protest, have carefully refrained from any initiative in accordance with Department’s instructions. However, Brazilian colleague, who has been particularly active, says he is confident protest will be acceptable to practically all, if not all, Consular body. If too much wavering and abstention occurs, I shall take initiative to prevent ineffective protest. I shall, of course, bear in mind Department’s desire to have protest as broad as possible and I feel this will be agreeable to my colleagues.
Sent Department 2764, repeated Nanking 1554.