Foreign Relations of the United States, 1949, The Far East: China, Volume IX

893.00/10–2449: Telegram

The Consul at Taipei (Edgar) to the Secretary of State

Taipei, October 24, 1949—noon.
[Received October 24—1:43 a. m.]

606. China Customs [head] L. K. Little, having transferred headquarters here, had long talk Generalissimo latter’s request—who, although claiming unofficial status, proceeded give orders. Generalissimo seriously worried over danger invasion Formosa and wants customs boat for defense.

Edgar