Messersmith, G.S., Vienna. Despatch No. 475 to Secretary of State [Cordell Hull], Washington.
Date
1935-07-03
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
Abstract
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Reports conversation between German Minister Franz von Papen and Austrian Minister of Foreign Affairs Baron [Egon] Berger-Waldenegg; von Papen raised question of improving relations between their countries; complained Austrian press unfavorable to Germany; Foreign Minister replied Austrian press at least factual which could not be said of German press; von Papen stated Germany had no designs on independence of Austria or desire to interfere in her internal affairs; Foreign Minister suggested he put this statement, along with any suggestions in writing and submit it to his government for approval, and that any such communication, from German government would be carefully examined and a reply made; believes nothing will come of conversation; von Papen merely trying to bolster his diminishing prestige in Berlin; most heads of missions remaining in Vienna throughout summer, including von Papen.
Keywords
Messersmith, George S. (George Strausser), 1883-1960.