893.00/4–149: Telegram
The Minister-Counselor of Embassy in China (Clark) to the Secretary of State
[Received 9:35 p. m.]
Cantel 183. Foreign Office unable confirm press report Executive Yuan decision chiefs of mission and Political Vice Minister to be [Page 675] stationed Nanking, leaving administrative Vice Ministers and administrative units Canton. Am informed George Yeh, Political Vice Minister, Foreign Office, coming Canton next week and that definite decision Foreign Office will be taken that time.
Even though press reports prove correct, it would seem necessary retain office Embassy Canton carry on routine business. Also pending clarification peace negotiations situation, believe I should remain here. Considerations originally making desirable my removal Canton appear still valid. I continue convinced inevitable failure peace negotiations with likely resulting forced move Government from Nanking in which case someone should be free and available continue US representation.
Sent Department Cantel 183, repeated Nanking 169.