565. Telegram 1736 from Geneva1
1736. From Johnson.
Stanley’s orders expire April 13. If Holdridge or replacement will not arrive prior to April 19 meeting request extension Stanley’s orders. Consider it absolutely essential someone be available during meetings with sole duty maintaining accurate notes so that Osborn can be free to advise and assist me as necessary. Have to anticipate this might well become more important in future than during recent meetings. It is not possible for Osborn to do both jobs and also believe any reduction my staff present at meetings, to only officer and interpreter would tend give impression we downgrading talks. Stanley’s Chinese-language ability has also proven be very valuable and useful and would be desirable replacement also have language qualifications.
Therefore if Holdridge or other similar replacement cannot be detailed strongly renew my suggestion for over-complement assignment Stanley to ConGen Geneva as most efficient and economical use personnel.
- Source: Department of State, Central Files, 611.93/4–856. Official Use Only.↩