16. Telegram 250 from Geneva1

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250. Some correspondents have learned from CHICOM newspaper sources CHICOMS gave me “lists” at this morning’s meeting and will be carrying stories this effect. I have closely questioned them and appears leak probably occurred before Wang had returned from meeting. Correspondents say CHICOM group including press spokesman thus far scrupulously observing secrecy agreement. I have assured correspondents if CHICOMS do not observe I will give them backgrounder. They seem satisfied if not happy.

Gowen
  1. Source: Department of State, Central Files, 611.93/8–255. Official Use Only.