Messersmith, G.S., Vienna. Despatch No. 666 to Secretary of State [Cordell Hull], Washington.
Date
1936-01-16
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University of Delaware Library, Museums and Press
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Rumors persist concerning changes in Cabinet, but are less prevalent; rumors persist too concerning Prince [Ernst] von Starhemberg's plan to declare a regency with himself as regent; Foreign Office states that report is without foundation; Patriotic Front to meet in Vienna on Jan. 19; one report is that von Starhemberg will be declared regent at this meeting; rumors undoubtedly traceable to sources unfriendly to Government; von Starhemberg unquestionably interested in establishing regency, but he places the good of his country before personal advantage and realizes this is no time for change in government; regency not necessarily a prelude to restoration of monarchy; Chancellor left today for Prague, ostensibly to make speech but actually to discuss trade agreement; noticeable increase in Nazi propaganda during last few weeks; concern felt over Italy's inability to make payments for Austrian exports.
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Messersmith, George S. (George Strausser), 1883-1960.