Messersmith, G.S., Mexico City. Telegram to Secretary of State, Washington.
Date
1944-11-12
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
Abstract
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Talked with [Norman] Armour and [Joseph] McGurk on telephone; cable to which Armour referred not yet received; believes procedure U.S. following in directly approaching other American governments a threat to American unity; [Ezequiel] Padilla's approach to Argentine problem, as set forth in his memorandum, not contrary to U.S. policy; disregard of Padilla's initiative will alienate Mexico and other American republics; procedure U.S. contemplating will increase impression, already existing among Latin Americans, that U.S. aim is to punish Argentina rather than to return her under proper conditions, to continental unity; will appreciate telegram being brought to attention of Roosevelt.
Keywords
Messersmith, George S. (George Strausser), 1883-1960.