Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, With the Address of the President to Congress December 2, 1913

File No. 868.001 G 29/10.

The American Minister to the Secretary of State.

[Telegram—Paraphrase.]

American Legation,
Athens , March 28, 1913 .

Reports that the body of the King arrived at the Piraeus yesterday, having been delayed one day on account of fog. There was an impressive procession at Athens, the streets were lined with soldiers, while the houses and sidewalks were crowded with spectators. A short service was held at the cathedral in the presence of the Royal family, the Holy Synod, the Cabinet, Diplomatic Corps and officials.

Thanks the President for his appointment as special representative.

Schurman.