893.00/3–949: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in China (Stuart)
Washington, March 11,
1949—7 p. m.
332. For Merchant. Urtels 61 Mar 9 from Taipei and 846 Mar 11 from Shanghai. Dept believes you must have certain latitude dealing with problem. If Amb concurs ur views re desirability appointment Sun, you might suggest he approach Act Pres this matter. Seems preferable you not be involved in approach in order avoid prejudice ur position if Chen not replaced.
Acheson