791.003/121: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Minister in Persia (Philip)

[Paraphrase]

42. (1) The Department approves entirely the action you describe in your 56, May 16, 3 p.m.

(2) The Department’s understanding is that the net effect of the notes and declarations which you have exchanged and received to the present time is to insure as favorable treatment for Americans in Persia as is accorded to other foreigners there.

(3) The Department would be glad to have your telegraphic recommendations as to an exchange of notes regarding personal status and family law jurisdiction.

(4) Please send as soon as possible the texts of all the notes and declarations.

Kellogg