Foreign Relations of the United States, 1958–1960, Volume III, National Security Policy; Arms Control and Disarmament, Microfiche Supplement

360. Telegram 1913 to London¹

Washington, August 19, 1958

1913. Deliver following message from President to Prime Minister Macmillan soonest. Advise time and date of delivery.

QTE August 19, 1958

Dear Harold:

I have just heard of Foster’s talk with Selwyn concerning making a unilateral statement about cessation of testing provided the Protocol at Geneva is signed in a completely satisfactory form. In view of some doubts expressed by Selwyn to Foster, I want to assure you that it is our purpose to be as completely generous with your Government in the matter of passing information as the law will permit. I am sure you will understand the need for something being done promptly in the event that the Geneva Protocol is signed as expected.

With warm regard.

D.E. UNQTE

Herter
Acting

1. Source: Transmits letter from Eisenhower to Macmillan on public statement on cessation of nuclear testing. Confidential; Presidential Handling; Niact. 1 p. NARA, RG 59, Central Files, 700.5611/8–1958.