Letter to Zhang Zhizhong [1] (May 5, 1951)  Mr. Wenbai: I have carefully read your letter.
I am very concerned to learn of your illness.
With Mr. Shao [3] leading the inspection group [2], that will be sufficient; you may rest assured and devote yourself to recuperation so as to recover soon.
Wishing you a speedy recovery!
Mao Zedong  May 5  Printed from the manuscript.
Included in Selected Letters of Mao Zedong.
Notes  [1] Zhang Zhizhong, courtesy name Wenbai, was at the time a member of the Central People’s Government and Vice Chairman of the Northwest Military and Political Committee.  [2] Refers to the Central Huai River Control Inspection Group.
Originally, Zhang Zhizhong was slated to serve as its leader.  [3] Refers to Shao Lizi, who at the time was a member of the Administrative Council of the Central People’s Government.