Congratulatory Telegram on Nexø’s Eightieth Birthday June 24, 1949 (Xinhua News Agency, Peiping, 11:16 a.m.) [Omitted section] On June 15 of this year, Nexø celebrated his eightieth birthday. On June 14, Chairman Mao sent a telegram of congratulations, stating: “Respectfully wishing the great revolutionary literary figure and champion of world democracy and peace, Comrade Nexø, a happy eightieth birthday.” In reply, Nexø telegraphed Chairman Mao to express his gratitude for the congratulatory message on his eightieth birthday. Congratulatory Telegram on Nexø’s Eightieth Birthday — No. 1179