123 Stuart, J. Leighton: Telegram
The Minister-Counselor of Embassy in China (Clark) to the Secretary of State
[Received July 16—6:37 a. m.]
Cantel 749. Although impossible obtain reliable information regarding duration Generalissimo’s visit Canton, best I can get is week–10 days (Nanking’s 1531, July 15 to Department, repeated OffEmb 641). Included [Inclined] agree impossible convince public visit Ambassador and Generalissimo Canton simultaneously was pure coincidence. Fact remains, however, that henceforth Generalissimo may be expected assume more public control and a motivation Department’s instructions Ambassador come Canton may be unaffected by his presence here. Feel we can be sure Communists will take full advantage visit regardless whether Generalissimo present.
Sent Department; repeated Nanking 495.