868.00/10–2245: Telegram

The Chargé in the United Kingdom (Gallman) to the Secretary of State

11050. Foreign Office official expressed gratification at Dr. Grady’s appointment and said that ideas contained in Department’s 9292, October 20 seemed practicable. Official remarked however that British had not selected appropriate representative but matter was under active discussion and that it was hoped that appointment would be made within next fortnight. Official believed however that British would not be able discuss question of Greek elections with Grady “before 2 or 3 weeks”.

Sent to Department as 11050; repeated to Paris as 679 and Athens as 71.

Gallman