Mr. White to Mr. Hay.
London , December 23, 1902 .
(Mr. White reports that Lord Lansdowne has just handed him the expected memorandum,a a lengthy document, which he will cable as soon as possible.
Claims for outrages to British vessels and subjects are entirely reserved. With respect to injury or wrongful seizure of property, the arbitrator is limited to three points. All other claims will be submitted without reservation, the arbitrator to determine not only compensation, but to define security and the means of obtaining execution of the award. The President of the United States is invited to arbitrate, but, if impossible, both Governments are prepared to refer the questions at issue to The Hague tribunal of arbitration.
Lord Lansdowne said that the British Government will be greatly disappointed if the President can not consent to act as arbitrator.)