751G.11/7–1053: Telegram
The Consul at Hanoi (Sturm) to the Department of State
22. Repeated information Saigon 11, Paris 9. Governor Tri says that while delay in formation of Laniel government is one explanation of Bao Dai’s postponing trip to France, an equally pressing reason is to be found in fact that about two weeks ago Emperor’s pet dog was found to be rabid. On insistence of doctors, entire Imperial household, including number French, has been undergoing Pasteur treatment for past fortnight.
Bao Dai’s course will be completed next week, at which time Tri expects him to take off promptly for France, especially since Empress has broken an arm at Cannes.