715.1715/1174: Telegram
The Special Representative of the President ( Corrigan ) to the Secretary of State
[Received April 9—8:50 a.m.]
66. Referring to the first paragraph of the Department’s No. 23, April 7, by agreement between the Commission and both delegations a recess begins tomorrow.
[Page 255]Referring to the second paragraph of the Department’s telegram in reference an exhaustive canvass of the situation with the other two members has been going on for the past 7 weeks and I am thoroughly familiar with their views. No definite bases nor clear-cut plans can be elaborated that would be acceptable to both Governments as a solution at the present moment. The direct negotiations suggested by the Department may produce a formula of compromise to which both Governments can agree.
The Venezuelan member of the Commission has expressed a desire to place his views personally before the Department. I think it would be desirable since his juridical study has been very complete.
The wavering attitude of the Costa Rican Government which developed toward the mediation since the visit of the Panaman Foreign Minister imperils success. If the Department perceives no objection I should like to present this delicate matter personally. Please expedite travel instructions.