811B.142/4: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Minister in Switzerland (Harrison)

117. American interests—Far East. Legation’s 225, January 11. Department is glad to note that Swiss Minister, Tokyo, has again proposed to Japanese Foreign Office that Japanese Government agree to designation of Intercross representative in Manila. Problem of furnishing financial relief to American nationals in Philippine Islands would appear to be solved if Intercross delegate could function there in same manner as Japanese authorities now permit such delegates to function in Hong Kong and Shanghai. The Department hopes that the Swiss Minister in Tokyo will continue to press for favorable decision in this matter.

If favorable reply not received in immediate future, Department desires that Swiss Government ascertain from Japanese Government what method for transfer of funds to Philippine Islands it will agree to.

Hull