703.5493/13: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Minister in Switzerland ( Harrison )
1066. Department’s 903, April 10. Department’s 444 of even date to the American Legation at Lisbon is quoted below for your information.
“Bona fide American citizens to be repatriated on an exchange vessel may be accompanied by the following: (a) alien spouses of European or oriental origin, (b) alien minor children, (c) alien parents where presence of parent is essential to welfare of children, (d) alien nurse, companion or servant (except Orientals) accompanying American employer, provided presence certified by physician as necessary.
As above persons cannot apply for American visas until they reach neutral country, Portuguese Government should be assured that these categories of aliens will be embarked upon the exchange vessel promptly and will not be permitted to become a burden on the Portuguese Government.”