File No. 882.51/509.

The American Chargé d’Affaires to the Secretary of State.

[Telegram.]

As compromise measure Liberian Government has proposed to German Government that the claims of German merchants be adjudicated by international commission composed of one representative each appointed by Governments of United States, Great Britain, France, Germany and Liberia. Proposal subject to the approval of Governments mentioned. Confidentially informed by German Consul his Government will propose commission of three, Governments of Liberia and Germany to appoint one each these two empowered to choose third member. Shall I support Liberian or German proposal?

Bundy.