893.00/8799: Telegram
The Minister in China (MacMurray) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 28—5:55 a.m.]
493. Following telegram sent American consul general at Hankow:
“Number 31, April 28, 9 a.m. Your 32, April 25, noon.23
1. I am glad to learn that there is a noticeable improvement in the situation at Hankow. I entirely agree with your estimate of the probable causes thereof as outlined in your fourth sentence and heartily approve of your attitude in bringing the imperative necessities of the situation to Eugene Ch’en’s attention whenever the opportunity is afforded. The resolute, just, and restrained manner in which you are successfully carrying out your difficult duties at Hankow is deserving of the highest commendation.”