868.00/12–445: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the Ambassador in Greece (MacVeagh)
1243. For Grady Mission. Following summarizes note presented Dept Dec 6 by Greek Amb.
[Here follows summary of note from the Greek Embassy printed on page 186.]
It is Depts understanding that Allied observers did not strongly recommend date not later than March. Joint statement released in Athens (urtel 1405 Dec 4) mentions hopes that there will be “no delays in connection with holding of elections” but was presumably released after Govts official announcement of March 31.
Dept feels it essential that Greek Govt publicly acknowledge responsibility for selection of date, and requests your comment on arguments contained in reference note.