868.48/178a: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Chargé in Greece (Caffery)
Washington, October 9,
1922—7 p.m.
71. Following from American Red Cross.
“American Red Cross is prepared to send mission to Athens to assist in administration of relief measures on behalf of refugees from Smyrna if approved by Greek authorities, and if these authorities are prepared to afford full protection for personnel and provide necessary storage and transportation facilities for supplies.”
Communicate above to Greek authorities as coming from the Red Cross and cable prompt reply.
Repeat above to Bristol for his information only.
Hughes