740.00119PW/2–2046: Telegram
The Counselor of Embassy in China (Smyth) to the Secretary of State
[Received 10:30 p.m.]
331. Military Attaché report summary week ending February 16 follows: [Page 438]
Unconfirmed report February 3 stating Russians evacuated Mukden that date only recent news any progress neutral [toward?] govt reoccupation Manchuria. To contrary comes report Russians have postponed evacuation Manchuria until May 1.
North China situation generally quiet especially Jehol–Chahar–Hopei area. No serious fighting Shantung reported although deadlock said continuing.
General compliance with cease fire order secured by truce teams although difficulties being experienced in obtaining withdrawals from areas occupied since promulgation of order.
Conflicting reports continue to be received with regard to disarmament Japanese First Army in Shansi. With this exception, however, Japanese disarmament appears generally completed.
Rate of repatriation Japanese during past week reported as 6 to 7000 daily.