393.1123 Lincheng/168: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Minister in China (Schurman)
133. Your 235, June 22, 4 P.M.
Department perceives no objection to categories of indemnities designated 1, b and c your telegram. Department considers that before agreeing to indemnities of category 1 Consuls should exact convincing evidence of accuracy of allegations of loss of baggage and other property. Department considers that proof of relief expenses under category c should be exacted.
Legation may acquiesce in proposal regarding separate presentation of claims for indemnities for loss of earnings, bodily injury, death and diminution of earning capacity. Your 234, June 22, 10 A.M. indicates tendency to make exorbitant claims. Legation should exact convincing evidence in support of allegations of loss or injury.