711.61/540a: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in the Soviet Union (Bullitt)
205. I discussed briefly with the President today action to be taken with respect to Soviet note of August 27. He is not in favor of writing another note to the Soviet Government but thinks that a succinct statement setting forth position of this Government should be issued by me. Such a statement is now being prepared in the Department and will be submitted to the President for his approval tomorrow. He seems to feel that the action suggested by you, such as the withdrawal of the exequaturs of the Soviet consuls in the United States, should be held in reserve. Please give any information you deem pertinent, and do not hesitate to express your opinion.