File No. 656.119/552

The Minister in the Netherlands ( Garrett ) to the Secretary of State

[Telegram]

3194. My 3189, June 16, 1 p.m., in regard to the Dutch East Indian convoy. The French Minister without instructions from his Government has today addressed a note to the Dutch Government asking whether it will give France the same assurances that it has given Great Britain in answer to the British note of June 7 telegraphed you in my 3163, June 13, 4 p.m. He also asks what these assurances are. He hopes to see Loudon tomorrow and get his answer.

Do you wish me to take similar or other steps in the matter?

Garrett