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The Secretary of State to President Wilson
My Dear Mr. President: The German Ambassador called upon me at half-past four this afternoon and I talked with him about the suggested changes in his memorandum. He said he would like very much to make the changes himself without consulting his Government, but that he had been so attacked by his enemies at home that he did not dare to do so. He agreed to at once advise Berlin of the changes sought and was satisfied that they would accede to them. He seemed to think there was no doubt about it. I am not at all sure that I share his optimism as I fear they may seek to modify their statements in some way.
It will, therefore, be a few days before anything further can be done, as I assume the Ambassador will not be able to send a telegram until tomorrow morning.
Faithfully yours,