741. Telegram 451 from Geneva1
Geneva, November 1, 1956, 8
a.m.
451. From Johnson.
Without giving Wang any indication whether I am in Geneva passed message to him early afternoon today (Oct 31) through interpreter that not rpt not possible for meet as scheduled Nov 2 as necessary be present post at that time and suggest next meeting Nov 15 “according customary schedule.” Although I have determined he subsequently arrived Geneva late afternoon plane as of late tonight still have no reply. Assume this indicates he has felt it necessary consult Peiping.
Gowen
- Source: Department of State, Central Files, 611.93/11–156. Secret; Priority; Limit Distribution.↩