357.AD/3–3051: Telegram
The Secretary of State to the United States Mission at the United Nations
824. Be Ross–Hickerson telecon concerning reported intention UNCURK to issue cease-fire appeal addressed to North Koreans:
Dept has little doubt authority UNCURK to make proposed appeal, in view very broad terms of reference in Oct 7 Res GA. In Dept’s view, however, it might be desirable for UNCURK, prior to issuing any such appeal, to discuss with GOC, which under subsequent GA Res has broad authority to exercise its good offices to bring about peaceful settlement in Korea. If it is decided that it wld serve useful purpose to approach or appeal to North Korean authorities, US certainly wld not wish to make objection. We have repeatedly made it clear that we do not wish in any way to interfere with efforts to bring about peaceful settlement.
[Page 284]You may indicate foregoing informally to Cordier or GOC. If asked for Dept’s views on merits of proposal, you may add that we do not have much faith in effectiveness of approach or appeal to North Koreans to bring about peace.