393.1111 Nelson, Bert N./149: Telegram
The Minister in China (Johnson) to the Secretary of State
[Received October 28—2:35 a.m.]
1219. Legation’s 1118, September 21, 1 p.m. In despatch October 14th American Consul General at Hankow reports that a Chinese messenger sent by Nelson’s friends stated that he found Nelson on a high mountain about 36 miles from Chiliping, Hupeh, and that Nelson appeared to be in good health.
2. In telegram October 26 Adams reports that he had received a telegram from Skinsnes at Sinyangchow to the effect that report of the Chinese messenger was false and that Nelson was probably killed by Reds August 21st. Adams is telegraphing for detailed information.