Foreign Relations of the United States, 1947, The American Republics, Volume VIII

711.252/5–1947: Telegram

The Secretary of State to the Embassy in Chile

confidential

Washington, June 11, 1947—7 p.m.

283. Dept surprised coolness Bernstein, Vergara and statement treaty ultimately dependent results Geneva conference ref Embdes 15297 May 19, 1947.⁸² Under circumstances considered desirable now above all secure reaffirmation Chilean interest in treaty.

Unless strongly felt attitude Vergara, Bernstein accurately and fully reflects views FonMin or other serious objection perceived, Emb instructed approach FonMin with view securing reaffirmation even in general terms pointing out not immediately seeking opening formal negotiations.

Urinfo only Dept feels present inopportune press further for Chilean views specific articles US draft or attempt conduct concrete discussion.

Marshall

82. Not printed.