July 29, 1949
MEMORANDUM OF CONVERSATION WITH THE PRESIDENT
Item No. 1
Chinese White Paper
I left with the President the memorandum on the China White Paper, first of all going through with him the various questions to ask whether he wished to decide them now or later.
The President decided the White Paper would be released and it should be released as soon as possible. He will be given a copy to read over the weekend. He and I thought tentatively that probably the very last part of next week would be the best time. Statements by him and me will be given to him on Monday, and he will tell us then the exact date, so that we can go ahead with sending out copies, etc., etc.
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July 29, 1949
MEMORANDUM OF CONVERSATION WITH THE PRESIDENT
Item No. 2
Jay Franklin Carter
The President does not believe that it is advisable to employ Mr. Carter in the State Department.
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July 29, 1949
MEMORANDUM OF CONVERSATION WITH THE PRESIDENT
Item No. 3
British Financial Discussions
I reviewed the preparations which we are making for the discussions with the British in September, telling the President some of the principal matters which will be discussed. He is fully aware of the wide scope of these discussions and of their great importance. He wishes the discussions handled in the most cooperative way between the Treasury and the State Departments.
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