462.00 R 296/38½

Memorandum by the Secretary of State of a Conversation with the Counselor of the Italian Embassy (Rosso), October 29, 1923

Mr. Rosso said that he had been instructed by Mr. Mussolini to say that the Italian Government had answered the British to the effect that they were willing to have an expert inquiry, as suggested by the Secretary. Mr. Rosso did not leave a memorandum, but stated in general terms the acceptance of the Italian Government without indicating any particular reservations. He also expressed his Government’s appreciation of the Secretary’s willingness to cooperate.