701.6518/7: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Chargé in Costa Rica (Collins)
46. Tour 63, November 2, 12 noon. In reply to various inquiries from resident diplomatic representatives in connection with recent exchange of Ambassadors with Italy Department has stated orally that Ambassador Phillips’ letter of credence was addressed only to “King of Italy” while that of Ambassador Suvich was from “King of Italy and Emperor of Ethiopia”. Department has emphasized that the latter’s reception does not raise any new question concerning the relationship between the United States and Italy. No written communication has been made by the Department to any Government in connection with the foregoing.
You may communicate the above orally to the Minister for Foreign Affairs.