Cablegram 912 CANBERRA, 1 November 1948, 5.55 p.m.
SECRET
INDONESIA
As you know, Republican Government has become increasingly
apprehensive of resumption of police action by the Dutch. Despite
all efforts to impress on the Dutch the serious consequences of
such a step, we continue to receive reliable reports that they are
contemplating further police action. This serves to emphasise
imperative need for continued United States firmness towards the
Dutch. Please advise United States appreciation of position.
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