711.672/280a: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the High Commissioner in Turkey (Bristol)
69. For the High Commissioner: It is the Department’s wish that as soon as you return to Constantinople you telegraph a summary of your observations and conclusions regarding the following subjects:
- 1.
- The attitude toward American interests shown by the Turkish authorities.
- 2.
- Stability of existing government and its ability and willingness to fulfill international obligations.
- 3.
- The attitude which the Turkish authorities show toward the treaty with America and the likelihood that it will be ratified by Turkey at an early date.
The Department is considering submitting this treaty to the Senate soon and wishes your report so that before doing so it may have the benefit of the observations which you made on your trip. You should [Page 731] stress, of course, besides the above points anything else which you believe should be considered by the Department in connection with the treaty.
The Department does not desire you at present, with reference to point 3, to do anything which might be interpreted as urging ratification by the Turks. When the situation has clarified here you will be given further instructions on this point. However, you should report, with reference to your telegram no. 71 of April 15, 11 a.m., any information you receive as to time when Angora Assembly will probably adjourn.
Telegraph Department if Bristol has been delayed in returning to Constantinople.