793.94/4576: Telegram
The Minister in Switzerland (Wilson) to the Secretary of State
[Received March 4—5 p.m.]
53. With reference to resolution of the Assembly adopted this afternoon transmitted by Gilbert, I have received following letter from Drummond dated today:
“The Assembly this afternoon adopted the accompanying resolution regarding the cessation of hostilities in the vicinity of Shanghai which, as you will see, invites the cooperation of the powers having special interests in the Shanghai Settlements.
The British, French and Italian representatives accepted this suggestion for cooperation insofar as their respective Governments are concerned. I should be very grateful if you could inform me if the American Government would also be able to cooperate”.
In this connection see my 52, March 4, 6 p.m.
Simon informed me during course of debate that the words in the first paragraph “and without prejudice to the other measures therein envisaged” had been inserted at his instance because he thought this would be more satisfactory to you.