393.1115/7–2849: Telegram
The Minister-Counselor of Embassy in China (Clark) to the Secretary of State
[Received July 28—10:12 a. m.]
Cantel 845. Am inclined agree with Nanking’s 684, July 27, to OffEmb Canton, repeated Shanghai 910, Department 1635, regarding reconsideration by American businessmen of decision remain under Communist occupation. It seems that by remaining they become in effect hostages. However, if Department concurs Nanking opinion, suggest problem be discussed head offices (US) from whence instructions must come to individuals Canton. Unlikely individuals here would take initiative.
Sent Department Cantel 845, repeated Nanking 560, Shanghai 467.