835.00/11–2145: Telegram
The Chargé in Argentina (Cabot) to the Secretary of State
[Received November 21—4:40 p.m.]
2927. Serious source within Peruvian Embassy reports as “absolutely certain” that Cooke has told unidentified chief of foreign mission in Buenos Aires date of Argentine elections was advanced on suggestion Bevin.69 Cooke reportedly stated Bevin proposed various actions by Argentine Govt., of which first was advance in election date, to avoid decision by United Nations Assembly to expel Argentina from United Nations.
Source places two possible interpretations on Cooke’s remarks: Either story of Bevin’s advice is true and England is endeavoring protect Argentina (and British investments this country) or Cooke is attempting spread impression of close British-Argentine relations.
- Ernest Bevin, British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.↩