851.00/10–248: Telegram
The Ambassador in France (Caffery) to the Secretary of State
5168. Devinat, Secretary State to Presidency of Council and Queuille’s closest confidant, has had a long talk with Tyler1 whom he knew during war, during which they discussed possibility Communists returning to government (mytel 5128 September 80).2
In reply to inquiry concerning our reaction to such a development, Tyler at my express authorization, told Devinat that this would unquestionably mean cessation US aid to France. Devinat promised inform Queuille and recommend government immediately release unequivocal statement to press against return Communists to government. Although statement has not yet appeared Devinat telephoned last evening to say whole question and our attitude as expressed to Devinat had been thoroughly aired at full Cabinet meeting in presence President Auriol and that we could be sure matter was absolutely settled.