740.0011 European War 1939/9393: Telegram
The Minister in Yugoslavia (Lane) to the Secretary of State
[Received March 28—12:32 p.m.]
252. I called officially on Ninčić, newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs, this evening. Due to his evident preoccupation, I saw him for only a few moments. While, because of disturbed conditions, I had no authorization from the Department to take any action constituting recognition of the Simović government I considered that prompt action on my part would be important in showing approval of a policy which evidently has the support of the people of this country and which seems to be in accord with the views publicly expressed by the President.
Please telegraph urgently whether Department approves my action. I have requested audiences with King Peter and General Simović.