File No. 893.00/1103.
The Ambassador of Great Britain to the Acting Secretary of State.
Washington, February 24, 1912.
Dear Mr. Secretary: His Majesty’s Principal Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs understands that a memorandum has been communicated to the Government of the United States by the Government of Japan stating the conditions which should be secured when there shall be in China a government entitled to recognition. This memorandum, which further advocates that the powers should continue to act in concert, has been communicated to Sir Edward Grey, who has replied that he agrees to it in principle. I should be very glad if, should there be no objection, you could let me know for Sir Edward Grey’s information what answer the United States Government propose to return to this communication.
Very sincerely, yours,