310.2/10–2451: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Embassy in Italy 1
1928. Fol is draft interim reply from Acting Secy to PriMins msg urtel 1849,2 Oct 24. Unless you see objections to text pls deliver:
“Dear Mr. Prime Minister: Your letter of Oct 23 to the Secy of State reached Wash just before he departed for Europe. While he received it, he did not have time to formulate a reply before sailing.
“You may be sure that the US Govt is continuing to explore every possible course of action which wld lead to the admission of Italy into the UN. I am certain that it is agreed that, in pressing for Italy’s admission, we shld act within the Charter. To do otherwise might jeopardize the basic principles in support of which Italy wishes to make its full contribution as a member of the UN.
“The Dept fully appreciates the pol problem that exists and the necessity for finding a solution. It is my understanding that the Secy of State and his principal advisers will be prepared further to discuss the entire question with your Reps and with the Reps of the UK, Fr and other friendly countries, during the forthcoming mtg of the GA at Paris. Cordially, James E. Webb.”