656D.006/3–2247: Telegram
The Acting Secretary of State to the Embassy in the Netherlands
155. Inform FonOff that proposals relative Martin Behrman set forth Note (urtel 201, Mar 2246) appeared fair in view special considerations affecting undertaking of voyage, would have liquidated aspects giving rise to diplomatic discussions and, on official information presently available Dept, relegated further determinations to regular judicial proceedings if desired by Isbrandtsen. As stated Deptel 146 Mar 2546 Isbrandtsen Counsel informed offer including statement no waiver legal rights except points specifically set forth Neth Note. In anticipation meeting Isbrandtsen query raised here whether Neth Note in fact expressed Neth intentions. Inquiry this point therefore made. Dept unwilling urge US citizen waive such legal rights he may have in order settle awkward diplomatic situation. Dept has therefore communicated new proposals to Isbrandtsen without recommendation47 and will forward reply when received. Believe Isbrandtsen reply will wait on Ryan’s return and probably be negative. Ryan leaving Batavia Apr 2.