867N.01/11–1645: Telegram
The Chargé in Saudi Arabia ( Sands ) to the Secretary of State
[Received 6:42 p.m.]
391. In memo dated 13 Nov, Foreign Minister gives [recap?] of attitude on Palestine including reminder of Roosevelt statements and White Paper guarantees. Message states same memo being transmitted by all Arab Govts to US and Britain.
British Minister informs me King noted conflict with White Paper when informed of Anglo-American decision to appoint Joint Committee to study problem Jewish immigration into Palestine. Minister also stated that King made speech to pilgrims Sunday 11th in which he referred to British as “Arabs’ best friend” and counselled patience.
Sent Dept rptd Cairo for Eddy as 357.