893.00/7–2146: Telegram
The Ambassador in China (Stuart) to the Secretary of State
[Received July 21—1:46 a.m.]
1174. Reference Department’s telegram 472, July 18, 7 p.m. Following from Kunming.
“67. July 19, 6 p.m. At 5 today, representatives of Foreign Office delegate and General Ho’s Headquarters called at Consulate General and presented formal written guarantee from Garrison Commander of protection and safety of refugees at Consulate General who are at liberty to return to their homes or to their garrison headquarters, whichever they prefer. The individuals in question have decided to return to their homes and are expected to leave the Consulate General tonight.”