893.00/5–349: Telegram
The Minister-Counselor of Embassy in China (Clark) to the Secretary of State
[Received 8:18 p. m.]
Cantel 313. Li Han-hun, Minister Interior, is among those believing anti-Communist forces China can still rally if properly led and offer effective resistance Communists. Reactionary Kmt must go, he says, but liberals in Kmt and outside are getting together with strength increasing daily and he is convinced will soon offer alternative to Communism. He supports efforts get Li Tsung-jen come Canton, yet realizes Li must have authority he demands. He also tends to confirm rumors that Chen Cheng, Governor Taiwan, is expected Canton shortly.
He expressed hope that Ambassador Stuart when he reaches US will explain to American people actual situation China. He hopes also that Kan Chieh-hou, Li Tsung-jen’s prospective representative, will also be able convince American people need review situation when evidence provided effective resistance Communism.
Sent Department; repeated Nanking 242, Shanghai 195.