Foreign Relations of the United States, 1949, The Far East: China, Volume VIII

701.0093/10–1[11]49: Telegram

The Chargé in China (Strong) to the Secretary of State

Hong Kong, October 1 [11], 1949—1 p. m.
[Received October 11—4:57 a. m.]

Cantel 1189. During Minister Foreign Affairs subdued cocktail party evening October 10 Protocol Chief informed each diplomatic mission separately date departure Canton set for October 15. Minister himself later stated October 20 as date for commencement Ministry Foreign Affairs full functions Chungking. Formal written notice received October 11 almost immediately following which FonOff verbally advised “situation changed” and whole FonOff leaving for Chungking and Hong Kong October 12.

We plan proceed Chungking October 15 or 16.

Strong