File No. 761.91/55
The Secretary of State to the Minister in Persia ( Caldwell)
[Telegram]
Washington,
August 13, 1918, 6 p.m.
75. Your 10 a.m., August 1, and 11 a.m., August 4, and Department’s 6 p.m., August 7. Ascertain discreetly and report fully and promptly attitude all foreign legations, particularly German, Austrian and Turkish, relative to decree of Persian Cabinet. Department desires to receive all possible facts and suggestions relative to this matter. Instruct Southard also to investigate and report his views.
Lansing